MYR Group Inc. Announces New $75 Million Share Repurchase Program

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MYR Group Inc. (NASDAQ: MYRG) announced a new share repurchase program authorizing the purchase of up to $75 million of its outstanding shares. The program, effective from May 5, 2022, will expire on November 7, 2022, or when funds are exhausted. The initiative aims to enhance shareholder value and reflects the Board’s confidence in the company's long-term strategy. The repurchase will be funded through cash reserves and borrowings, demonstrating MYR Group's strong financial position and commitment to capital allocation.

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• Authorization of up to $75 million for share repurchases, potentially increasing shareholder value.
• Demonstrates the company's strong balance sheet and ability to fund growth opportunities.
• Management expresses confidence in the long-term strategy and attractiveness of the stock.

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• None.

HENDERSON, Colo., May 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MYR Group Inc. (“MYR Group” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: MYRG), a holding company of leading specialty contractors serving the electric utility infrastructure, commercial and industrial construction markets in the United States and Canada, announced today its new share repurchase program (“Repurchase Program”). The Repurchase Program authorizes the Company to repurchase, in the aggregate, up to $75.0 million of its outstanding shares of common stock from time to time on the open market or in privately negotiated transactions in accordance with applicable federal securities laws. The Repurchase Program will expire on November 7, 2022, or when the authorized funds are exhausted, whichever is earlier. The Company intends to fund the Repurchase Program with cash on hand and through borrowings under its credit facility. The Repurchase Program was authorized by the Board of Directors (the “Board”) on May 3, 2022, and will be effective May 5, 2022.

Management Comments
Rick Swartz, MYR Group’s President and CEO, said, “We are committed to driving value for all MYR Group shareholders and directing capital to investments that generate strong returns. Today’s announcement reflects the Board’s confidence in the Company’s long-term strategy and our belief that our stock represents an attractive long-term investment opportunity.” Mr. Swartz continued, “MYR Group has a strong balance sheet that enables us to capitalize on future growth opportunities while continuing to expand the Company through organic and acquisitive expansion. We will remain disciplined with respect to the allocation of capital, and are confident we are taking strategic steps to grow the Company and create greater shareholder value.”

About MYR Group Inc.
MYR Group is a holding company of leading, specialty electrical contractors providing services throughout the United States and Canada through two business segments: Transmission & Distribution (T&D) and Commercial & Industrial (C&I). MYR Group subsidiaries have the experience and expertise to complete electrical installations of any type and size. Their comprehensive T&D services on electric transmission, distribution networks, substation facilities and clean energy projects include design, engineering, procurement, construction, upgrade, maintenance and repair services. T&D customers include investor-owned utilities, cooperatives, private developers, government-funded utilities, independent power producers, independent transmission companies, industrial facility owners and other contractors. Through their C&I segment, they provide a broad range of services which include the design, installation, maintenance and repair of commercial and industrial wiring generally for airports, hospitals, data centers, hotels, stadiums, convention centers, clean energy projects, manufacturing plants, processing facilities, water/waste-water treatment facilities, mining facilities, intelligent transportation systems and roadway lighting. C&I customers include general contractors, commercial and industrial facility owners, government agencies and developers. For more information, visit myrgroup.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
Various statements in this announcement, including those that express a belief, expectation, or intention, as well as those that are not statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements may include projections and estimates concerning the timing and success of specific projects and our future production, revenue, income, capital spending, segment improvements and investments. Forward-looking statements are generally accompanied by words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “likely,” “may,” “objective,” “outlook,” “plan,” “project,” “possible,” “potential,” “should,” “unlikely,” or other words that convey the uncertainty of future events or outcomes. The forward-looking statements in this announcement speak only as of the date of this announcement. We disclaim any obligation to update these statements (unless required by securities laws), and we caution you not to rely on them unduly. We have based these forward-looking statements on our current expectations and assumptions about future events. While our management considers these expectations and assumptions to be reasonable, they are inherently subject to significant business, economic, competitive, regulatory and other risks, contingencies and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed and actual results may differ materially from those projected. Forward-looking statements in this announcement should be evaluated together with the many uncertainties that affect MYR Group's business, particularly those mentioned in the risk factors and cautionary statements in Item 1A. of MYR Group's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, and in any risk factors or cautionary statements contained in MYR Group's subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q or Current Reports on Form 8-K.

MYR Group Inc. Contact:
Betty R. Johnson, Chief Financial Officer, 847-290-1891, investorinfo@myrgroup.com

Investor Contact:
David Gutierrez, Dresner Corporate Services, 312-780-7204, dgutierrez@dresnerco.com

FAQ

What is the purpose of MYRG's new share repurchase program?

The purpose is to enhance shareholder value by repurchasing up to $75 million of outstanding shares.

When does MYRG's share repurchase program expire?

The program expires on November 7, 2022, or when the authorized funds are exhausted.

How will MYRG fund the share repurchase program?

MYRG plans to fund the program through cash on hand and borrowings under its credit facility.

What is the potential impact of the share repurchase program on MYRG's stock price?

The share repurchase program may increase stock price by reducing the number of shares outstanding, thus enhancing earnings per share.

Who authorized the share repurchase program for MYRG?

The program was authorized by MYR Group's Board of Directors on May 3, 2022.