BrightView Holdings, Inc. - BV STOCK NEWS

BrightView Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BV) has acquired NatureScape LLC, enhancing its commercial landscaping services and expanding its market presence in Maricopa County, Arizona. The terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. BrightView's President, Andrew Masterman, emphasized the alignment of values between the two companies, while NatureScape's owner, Brian Smith, highlighted the increased opportunities for employees and improved client services. BrightView remains the largest commercial landscaping provider in the U.S., employing approximately 20,000 team members nationwide.

BrightView Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BV) has acquired Winter Services Incorporated, a respected snow and ice management firm located in Ringwood, N.J. This acquisition allows BrightView to enhance its snow removal operations in the Tri-State Area. Winter Services adds 125 full-time employees, growing to 450 during peak snow seasons, and contributes advanced equipment and certified professionals to BrightView's offerings. The transaction's terms were not disclosed, but it signifies BrightView's strategy to expand its services and improve operational capabilities in the snow management sector.

BrightView reported a total revenue of $591.8 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2022, up 6.7% from $554.4 million in the prior year. Maintenance Land revenue saw a growth of 11.0%, contributing to 7.3% organic revenue growth. However, net loss widened to $12.8 million versus $12.0 million previously, with a flat net loss margin of 2.2%. Adjusted EBITDA decreased 18.7% to $42.6 million. The company anticipates a revenue guidance between $620 million and $680 million for Q2 2022.

BrightView Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BV) has acquired Performance Landscapes, a commercial landscaping company based in Honolulu, Hawaii. This strategic acquisition aims to enhance BrightView's existing services by incorporating landscape maintenance in Hawaii, a market where they have been active since 2008. Performance Landscapes has a strong workforce of over 100 trained employees, servicing various market segments. Although the transaction details remain undisclosed, both companies express optimism about the integration's benefits, including improved services and growth opportunities.

BrightView Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BV) is set to host its first-quarter earnings conference call for fiscal year 2022 on February 3, 2022, at 10 a.m. EST. The detailed earnings results will be released prior to the call. Investors can join via a designated conference call number or through a webcast that will also be available on the company’s investor website. BrightView is recognized as the largest provider of commercial landscaping services in the U.S., employing approximately 20,000 people and servicing various sectors including healthcare, education, and hospitality.

BrightView Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BV) announced a buyback of 5.9 million shares from MSD Partners at $13.98 per share, totaling approximately $82.5 million. This transaction represents a 2% discount compared to the closing price on December 7, 2021, and accounts for half of MSD Partners' stake in BrightView. The repurchase will be funded through existing cash and credit facilities, with completion anticipated in January 2022. This action aligns with BrightView's share repurchase program initiated on December 6, 2021.

BrightView Holdings has announced a $250 million share repurchase program authorized by its Board of Directors. This initiative aims to facilitate ongoing investments while utilizing moderate leverage and enhancing shareholder value. The program is effective immediately and allows for repurchases through various methods, including open-market transactions and accelerated buybacks. It supports BrightView's established mergers and acquisitions strategy, which has seen the company acquire 29 landscape services firms since 2017, strengthening its market position as the largest commercial landscaping provider in the U.S.

BrightView reported a strong fourth quarter for fiscal 2021, achieving total revenue of $673.7 million, a 10.8% increase from $608.1 million the previous year. The company improved from a net loss of $6.1 million to a net income of $26.8 million. Full-year revenue reached $2.553 billion, an 8.8% rise year-over-year. Adjusted EBITDA stood at $302.3 million, up 11.3%, with significant contributions from Maintenance Services. The company completed eight acquisitions in FY21, generating $158.6 million in annualized revenue. Q1 2022 guidance indicates revenue between $570 million and $600 million.