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Dec 31, 2024

ADS Q3 2025 Earnings Report

Advanced Drainage Systems' financial performance was reported for Q3 2025, showing increased net sales but decreased net income and adjusted EBITDA.

Key Takeaways

Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS) reported a 4.3% increase in net sales to $690.5 million for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025. However, net income decreased by 23.0% to $82.3 million, and adjusted EBITDA decreased by 6.2% to $191.5 million. The company's Infiltrator business modestly outperformed expectations, driven by double-digit growth in tanks and advanced treatment products.

Net sales increased by 4.3% to $690.5 million compared to the prior year quarter.

Net income decreased by 23.0% to $82.3 million.

Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 6.2% to $191.5 million.

The company acquired Orenco, expanding its offering in decentralized wastewater treatment.

Total Revenue
$691M
Previous year: $662M
+4.3%
EPS
$1.09
Previous year: $1.37
-20.4%
Gross Profit
$242M
Previous year: $260M
-7.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$489M
Previous year: $561M
-12.8%
Free Cash Flow
$374M
Previous year: $564M
-33.7%
Total Assets
$3.6B
Previous year: $3.16B
+13.9%

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Forward Guidance

The Company is confirming its previously issued financial targets for fiscal 2025. Net sales are expected to be in the range of $2.900 billion to $2.975 billion and Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be in the range of $880 million to $920 million. Capital expenditures are expected to be approximately $225 million.

Positive Outlook

  • Net sales are expected to be in the range of $2.900 billion to $2.975 billion.
  • Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be in the range of $880 million to $920 million.
  • Focused on executing sales strategies.
  • Driving increased productivity.
  • Delivering exceptional service to customers.

Challenges Ahead

  • Fluctuations in the price and availability of resins and other raw materials.
  • Disruption or volatility in general business and economic conditions.
  • Cyclicality and seasonality of the non-residential and residential construction markets.
  • Risks of increasing competition in existing and future markets.
  • Uncertainties surrounding the integration and realization of anticipated benefits of acquisitions.

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