Griffon Corp - GFF STOCK NEWS

Griffon (NYSE: GFF) announced that its subsidiary, The AMES Companies, acquired Pope from The Toro Company. Pope is an Australian provider of residential watering products. This marks AMES's seventh acquisition in Australia since 2013 and expands its product portfolio in the Australian market. Pope is expected to add approximately $25 million in annual revenue and positively impact Griffon's earnings in the first full year. Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed.

The Toro Company (NYSE: TTC) has announced the sale of its Australia-based residential Pope Products business to The AMES Company, a subsidiary of Griffon (NYSE: GFF). The sold assets, focused on garden watering and irrigation, were exclusively marketed in Australia and New Zealand. This divestiture aligns with Toro's strategy to concentrate on high-growth sectors such as golf, sports fields, and professional contractor markets. Financially, the sale's impact on Toro's fiscal 2024 results is negligible and was already factored into their previous forecasts.

Griffon (NYSE: GFF) has successfully repriced its $459 million Secured Term Loan B, which matures in January 2029. The repricing reduces the spread above the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) by 25 basis points and removes the Credit Spread Adjustment (CSA), resulting in an estimated annual savings of $1.8 million in cash interest expenses. The applicable SOFR floor has also been reduced from 50 to 0 basis points. This adjustment reflects Griffon’s strong balance sheet and operational results and aims to lower debt costs. Bank of America acted as the administrative agent for this repricing.

The AMES Companies celebrates its 250th anniversary, marking a significant milestone as a historic U.S. company. Founded in 1774, AMES started by creating America's first metal shovels and has grown into a leading provider of hand-powered landscaping tools. Today, AMES manages over 22 brands worldwide in the cleaning, home organization, lawn and garden, and outdoor living sectors. Headquartered in Orlando, AMES is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Griffon (NYSE:GFF). Notable historical contributions include supplying shovels during the Revolutionary War, the California Gold Rush, the construction of the Union Pacific Railroad, the Panama Canal, and the Empire State Building, among others. President Bill Glusing praises the dedication of AMES team members and their commitment to quality and innovation. Griffon supports AMES through strategic oversight and resource allocation, further enhancing its growth and diversification.

Griffon reported its fiscal 2024 second-quarter results, showing a 5% decrease in revenue to $672.9 million. However, net income improved to $64.1 million, or $1.28 per share, compared to a loss in the prior year quarter. Adjusted net income was $67.5 million, or $1.35 per share. The company raised full-year segment EBITDA guidance to $555 million, repurchased shares, and announced a global sourcing strategy expansion for CPP.

Griffon (NYSE: GFF) declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share, payable on June 20, 2024. Griffon is a diversified holding company overseeing subsidiaries specializing in home and building products and consumer and professional tools.

Griffon is set to announce its fiscal second-quarter results on May 8, 2024, with a subsequent conference call. Griffon is a diversified management and holding company overseeing its subsidiaries in the Home and Building Products and Consumer and Professional Products segments.

Griffon Corporation announces repurchase of 1.5 million shares of common stock from Voss Capital at a 3.7% discount, with Travis Cocke resigning from the Board. The transaction is part of Griffon's strategic plan to create shareholder value through stock repurchases and dividends.

Griffon Corporation reported fiscal 2024 first quarter results, with $643.2 million in revenue, a 1% decrease from the prior year. Net income was $42.2 million, or $0.82 per share, compared to $48.7 million, or $0.88 per share, in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA increased 7% to $116.4 million. HBP revenue remained consistent at $395.8 million, while CPP revenue decreased 2% to $247.4 million. Griffon announced the expansion of CPP's global sourcing strategy to include long handle tools, material handling, and wood storage product lines. The company reported pretax income of $29.9% and effective tax rates of 27.9%. Share repurchases totaled 1.6 million shares for $69.6 million during the quarter, with $237.5 million remaining under the Board authorized share repurchase programs.