Insteel Industries Declares Regular Quarterly and Special Cash Dividends

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Insteel Industries (NYSE: IIIN) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.03 per share and a special cash dividend of $2.00 per share, payable on December 23, 2022, to shareholders of record as of December 9, 2022. This marks the sixth special dividend of at least $1 per share since 2016. The company expresses confidence in its financial position, emphasizing its ability to support capital investment and pursue acquisition opportunities in the coming fiscal year.

Positive

• Declared a special cash dividend of $2.00 per share.
• Record financial performance allowing for returning capital to shareholders.
• Sixth special dividend of at least $1 per share since 2016.
• Financial flexibility to fund capital investments and acquisitions in 2023.

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• None.

MOUNT AIRY, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Insteel Industries Inc. (NYSE: IIIN) today announced that its board of directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.03 per share and a special cash dividend of $2.00 per share of common stock payable on December 23, 2022, to shareholders of record as of December 9, 2022.

“Following another year of record financial performance, we are pleased to return capital to our shareholders through the payment of a special dividend. This represents our sixth special dividend of at least $1 per share since 2016. As we look ahead to fiscal 2023, Insteel remains well positioned to fully fund its aggressive capital investment program while maintaining ample financial flexibility to pursue acquisition opportunities, and to acquire Company common shares as appropriate,” commented H.O. Woltz III, Insteel’s President and CEO.

About Insteel

Insteel is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications. Insteel manufactures and markets prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement, including engineered structural mesh, concrete pipe reinforcement and standard welded wire reinforcement. Insteel’s products are sold to manufacturers of concrete products that are used in nonresidential construction. Headquartered in Mount Airy, North Carolina, Insteel operates ten manufacturing facilities located in the United States.

Forward-Looking Statements and Risk Factors

This news release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not descriptions of historical facts are forward-looking statements that are based on our current expectations and may include commentary on our plans, financial position, liquidity, and other business developments. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Future results could differ materially from those described, and we do not undertake and specifically decline any obligation to correct or update any forward-looking statements. For further information regarding risk factors that could affect our operations and future results, refer to our reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended October 1, 2022.

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Mark A. Carano

Senior Vice President,

Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

Insteel Industries Inc.

(336) 786-2141

Source: Insteel Industries Inc.

FAQ

What is the special dividend amount declared by Insteel Industries (IIIN)?

Insteel Industries declared a special cash dividend of $2.00 per share.

When will the dividends be paid to shareholders of Insteel Industries (IIIN)?

The dividends will be paid on December 23, 2022.

What is the record date for the dividend payment for Insteel Industries (IIIN)?

The record date for the dividend payment is December 9, 2022.

How many special dividends has Insteel Industries (IIIN) declared since 2016?

Insteel Industries has declared six special dividends of at least $1 per share since 2016.

What is the quarterly cash dividend declared by Insteel Industries (IIIN)?

The quarterly cash dividend declared is $0.03 per share.