Griffon Announces New $400 Million Share Buyback Authorization

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Griffon (NYSE:GFF) announced a new $400 million share repurchase authorization. This follows the company's previous buyback activity from April 2023 through November 12, 2024, during which it repurchased 9.4 million shares (16.4% of outstanding shares) for $458 million at an average price of $48.74 per share. The new authorization provides Griffon with $400 million available for future share repurchases.

Positive

• Authorization of substantial $400 million share buyback program
• Successfully completed previous buyback of 16.4% of outstanding shares
• Demonstrated commitment to returning capital to shareholders
• Previous buyback executed at average price of $48.74 per share, showing disciplined capital allocation

Negative

• Significant cash outlay of $400 million may reduce funds available for operations or growth investments

Insights

Financial Analyst

The $400 million share buyback authorization represents a significant capital allocation decision, equivalent to approximately 11.7% of Griffon's current market capitalization. The company's aggressive buyback strategy is evident from their previous execution, having repurchased 16.4% of outstanding shares at an average price of $48.74 since April 2023.

This continuation of substantial buybacks signals management's strong confidence in the company's valuation and future prospects. The previous buyback program's successful execution at an average price below current market levels has already demonstrated value creation for remaining shareholders. This new authorization provides flexibility to opportunistically reduce share count further, potentially driving EPS growth and supporting stock price appreciation.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Board of Directors of Griffon Corporation (“Griffon” or the “Company”) (NYSE:GFF) has authorized the repurchase of an additional $400 million worth of shares of Griffon common stock.

Since April 2023 and through November 12, 2024, under previous authorizations, Griffon repurchased a total of 9.4 million shares of its common stock, or 16.4% of the outstanding shares, for a total of $458 million or an average price of $48.74 per share.

As of the market open today, Griffon has a total of $400 million available under its stock repurchase program.

Forward-looking Statements

“Safe Harbor” Statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: All statements related to, among other things, income (loss), earnings, cash flows, revenue, changes in operations, operating improvements, industries in which Griffon Corporation (the “Company” or “Griffon”) operates and the United States and global economies that are not historical are hereby identified as “forward-looking statements,” and may be indicated by words or phrases such as “anticipates,” “supports,” “plans,” “projects,” “expects,” “believes,”, "achieves", “should,” “would,” “could,” “hope,” “forecast,” “management is of the opinion,” “may,” “will,” “estimates,” “intends,” “explores,” “opportunities,” the negative of these expressions, use of the future tense and similar words or phrases. Such forward-looking statements are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, among others: current economic conditions and uncertainties in the housing, credit and capital markets; Griffon’s ability to achieve expected savings and improved operational results from cost control, restructuring, integration and disposal initiatives (including the expanded CPP global outsourcing strategy announced in May 2023); the ability to identify and successfully consummate, and integrate, value-adding acquisition opportunities; increasing competition and pricing pressures in the markets served by Griffon’s operating companies; the ability of Griffon’s operating companies to expand into new geographic and product markets, and to anticipate and meet customer demands for new products and product enhancements and innovations; increases in the cost or lack of availability of raw materials such as steel, resin and wood, components or purchased finished goods, including any potential impact on costs or availability resulting from tariffs; changes in customer demand or loss of a material customer at one of Griffon’s operating companies; the potential impact of seasonal variations and uncertain weather patterns on certain of Griffon’s businesses; political events or military conflicts that could impact the worldwide economy; a downgrade in Griffon’s credit ratings; changes in international economic conditions including inflation, interest rate and currency exchange fluctuations; the reliance by certain of Griffon’s businesses on particular third party suppliers and manufacturers to meet customer demands; the relative mix of products and services offered by Griffon’s businesses, which impacts margins and operating efficiencies; short-term capacity constraints or prolonged excess capacity; unforeseen developments in contingencies, such as litigation, regulatory and environmental matters; Griffon’s ability to adequately protect and maintain the validity of patent and other intellectual property rights; the cyclical nature of the businesses of certain of Griffon’s operating companies; possible terrorist threats and actions and their impact on the global economy; effects of possible IT system failures, data breaches or cyber-attacks; the impact of pandemics, such as COVID-19, on the U.S. and the global economy, including business disruptions, reductions in employment and an increase in business and operating facility failures, specifically among our customers and suppliers; Griffon’s ability to service and refinance its debt; and the impact of recent and future legislative and regulatory changes, including, without limitation, changes in tax laws. Such statements reflect the views of the Company with respect to future events and are subject to these and other risks, as previously disclosed in the Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made. Griffon undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

About Griffon Corporation

Griffon Corporation is a diversified management and holding company that conducts business through wholly-owned subsidiaries. Griffon oversees the operations of its subsidiaries, allocates resources among them and manages their capital structures. Griffon provides direction and assistance to its subsidiaries with acquisition and growth opportunities as well as divestitures. As long-term investors, we intend to continue to grow and strengthen our existing businesses, and to diversify further through investments in our businesses and acquisitions.

Griffon conducts its operations through two reportable segments:

• Home and Building Products ("HBP") conducts its operations through Clopay Corporation ("Clopay"). Founded in 1964, Clopay is the largest manufacturer and marketer of garage doors and rolling steel doors in North America. Residential and commercial sectional garage doors are sold through professional dealers and leading home center retail chains throughout North America under the brands Clopay, Ideal, and Holmes. Rolling steel door and grille products designed for commercial, industrial, institutional, and retail use are sold under the Cornell and Cookson brands.

• Consumer and Professional Products (“CPP”) is a global provider of branded consumer and professional tools; residential, industrial and commercial fans; home storage and organization products; and products that enhance indoor and outdoor lifestyles. CPP sells products globally through a portfolio of leading brands including AMES, since 1774, Hunter, since 1886, True Temper, and ClosetMaid.

For more information on Griffon and its operating subsidiaries, please see the Company’s website at www.griffon.com.

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Company Contact

Brian G. Harris

SVP & Chief Financial Officer

Griffon Corporation

(212) 957-5000

IR@griffon.com

Investor Relations Contact

Michael Callahan

Managing Director

ICR Inc.

(203) 682-8311

Source: Griffon Corporation

FAQ

How much is Griffon's new share buyback authorization worth?

Griffon's (NYSE:GFF) new share buyback authorization is worth $400 million.

How many shares did Griffon repurchase in its previous buyback program?

Griffon (NYSE:GFF) repurchased 9.4 million shares, representing 16.4% of outstanding shares, from April 2023 through November 12, 2024.

What was the average price per share in Griffon's previous buyback?

Griffon (NYSE:GFF) paid an average price of $48.74 per share in its previous buyback program.

How much did Griffon spend on its previous share repurchase program?

Griffon (NYSE:GFF) spent $458 million on its previous share repurchase program.