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Lennox International Announces 2022 Financial Guidance

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Lennox International (NYSE: LII) announced its financial guidance for 2022, projecting revenue growth of 5-10% and GAAP EPS from continuing operations between $13.40 and $14.40. The company expects corporate expenses of approximately $95 million and capital expenditures around $125 million. For 2021, it maintains its guidance of 13-15% revenue growth and GAAP EPS between $11.97 and $12.17. Additionally, Lennox plans stock repurchases of $400 million for 2022 and $600 million for 2021. The company will discuss these insights during a virtual investment community meeting.

Positive
  • Projected revenue growth of 5-10% for 2022.
  • GAAP EPS guidance for 2022 between $13.40 and $14.40.
  • Continued stock repurchases of $400 million expected in 2022.
  • Maintained revenue growth guidance of 13-15% for 2021.
Negative
  • Potential risks from higher raw material prices impacting costs.
  • Dependence on North American HVAC market performance.
  • Possible adverse effects from regulatory changes or COVID-19 resurgence.

DALLAS, Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Lennox International Inc. (NYSE: LII), a global leader in energy-efficient climate-control solutions, today announced 2022 financial guidance and is reiterating 2021 financial guidance.

For the full year of 2022, the company expects:

  • Revenue growth of 5-10%
  • GAAP and adjusted EPS from continuing operations of $13.40-$14.40
  • Corporate expenses of approximately $95 million
  • An effective tax rate of approximately 20% on an adjusted basis for the full year
  • Capital expenditures of approximately $125 million
  • Free cash flow of approximately $400 million
  • Stock repurchases of $400 million

For the full year of 2021, the company still expects:

  • Revenue growth of 13-15%, including a 1% benefit from favorable foreign exchange
  • GAAP EPS from continuing operations of $11.97-$12.17
  • Adjusted EPS from continuing operations of $12.10-$12.30
  • Corporate expenses of approximately $95 million
  • An effective tax rate of approximately 20% on an adjusted basis for the full year
  • Capital expenditures of approximately $135 million
  • Free cash flow of approximately $400 million
  • Stock repurchases of $600 million

As previously announced, Lennox International is hosting a virtual investment community meeting today, starting at 9:00 a.m. Central time. The company will discuss strategic, operational and financial information, including the company's outlook for 2022 and beyond. The presentation will be webcast and presentation materials will be accessible on the company's website at www.lennoxinternational.com.

Lennox International Inc. is a global leader in energy-efficient climate-control solutions. Dedicated to sustainability and creating comfortable and healthier environments for our residential and commercial customers while reducing their carbon footprint, we lead the field in innovation with our air conditioning, heating, indoor air quality, and refrigeration systems. Lennox International stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and traded under the symbol "LII". Additional information on Lennox International is available at www.lennoxinternational.com or by contacting Steve Harrison, Vice President, Investor Relations, at 972-497-6670

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
The statements in this news release that are not historical statements, including statements regarding the 2021 and 2022 full-year outlooks and expected consolidated and segment financial results for 2021 and 2022, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on information currently available as well as management's assumptions and beliefs today. These statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by the statements, and investors should not place undue reliance on them. Risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from such statements include risks that the North American unitary HVAC and refrigeration markets perform worse than current assumptions. Additional risks include, but are not limited to: the impact of higher raw material prices, availability and timely delivery of raw materials and other components, the impact of new or increased trade tariffs, LII's ability to implement price increases for its products and services, economic conditions in our markets, regulatory changes, the impact of unfavorable weather, a decline in new construction activity and related demand for products and services, and any resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic impact on the company and its employees and customers. For information concerning these and other risks and uncertainties, see LII's publicly available filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. LII disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

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SOURCE Lennox International Inc.

FAQ

What is Lennox International's expected revenue growth for 2022?

Lennox International expects revenue growth of 5-10% for 2022.

What is the projected GAAP EPS for Lennox International in 2022?

The projected GAAP EPS for Lennox International in 2022 is between $13.40 and $14.40.

What are the stock repurchase plans for Lennox International in 2022?

Lennox International plans to execute stock repurchases of $400 million in 2022.

What is the revenue growth forecast for Lennox International in 2021?

Lennox International maintains a revenue growth forecast of 13-15% for 2021.

What risks does Lennox International face according to the recent press release?

Lennox International faces risks such as higher raw material prices, market performance, regulatory changes, and potential COVID-19 impacts.

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