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Oil-Dri Corporation of America (NYSE: ODC) is a prominent manufacturer and supplier of high-quality sorbent products, chiefly derived from clay. Established in 1941, the company has evolved over 80 years into a leading player within consumer and business-to-business markets, offering diverse products that leverage their mineral expertise.
Oil-Dri operates through two main segments: Retail and Wholesale Products Group and Business to Business Products Group. The company's varied product range includes well-known brands like Cat's Pride, Jonny Cat, Amlan, Agsorb, Verge, Pure-Flo, and Ultra-Clear. Their offerings extend to cat litter, floor absorbent products, toxin control substances for livestock, and agricultural chemical carriers, providing essential solutions across multiple industries.
Recently, Oil-Dri has achieved substantial milestones. As per their fiscal first quarter of 2024, the company posted its sixth consecutive quarter of record net sales and eighth consecutive quarter of record gross profit. CEO Daniel S. Jaffee highlighted the doubling of net income to an all-time high, reflecting the company’s robust financial health and strategic growth initiatives.
The company is committed to innovation, as evidenced by Amlan International, its animal health division. Amlan continues to showcase their advanced mineral-based feed additives globally, participating in significant industry events like the International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE) and AMVECAJ International Congress. These efforts underline Amlan's dedication to enhancing animal health and production efficiency using natural solutions.
Furthermore, Oil-Dri has expanded its market presence through strategic acquisitions, such as the recent purchase of Ultra Pet for $46 million. Ultra Pet is renowned for its innovative crystal cat litter products, like Litter Pearls, which align well with Oil-Dri's existing product portfolio.
Oil-Dri's vertical integration streamlines every process step, from research and development to supply chain management and marketing, ensuring product quality and customer satisfaction. The company’s ethical and moral values, combined with a passion for excellence, underpin their mission to create value from sorbent minerals, continuously enhancing the value delivered to customers.
Oil-Dri of America (NYSE: ODC) has announced price increases ranging from 5% to 8% on its industrial, automotive, and sports field products, effective November 1, 2024. The company states these pricing adjustments are necessary to offset higher costs and support continued investments in manufacturing infrastructure improvements. Oil-Dri is a vertically integrated manufacturer and supplier of specialty sorbent products serving various markets including pet care, animal health, bleaching clay, fluids purification, agricultural ingredients, sports field, industrial, and automotive sectors.
Oil-Dri of America (NYSE: ODC) has scheduled its first quarter fiscal 2025 earnings release for December 9, 2024, after market close. The company will host a combined Q1 FY2025 earnings discussion and FY2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders via webcast on December 11, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. Central Time. The voting eligibility record date was October 14, 2024. The webcast will be available for replay on the company's website under Quarterly Archives.
Amlan International, the animal health division of Oil-Dri of America (NYSE: ODC), has announced a strategic partnership with VetPro as its new distributor in Northern Brazil. The collaboration focuses on distributing Amlan's flagship products, Calibrin-Z and Varium, in Brazil's animal nutrition sector, which produced 81.1 million metric tons of feed in 2022. VetPro will leverage its regional expertise and distribution network to promote these mineral-based feed additives, which protect against mycotoxins and enhance gut health in livestock and poultry. This partnership aims to expand Amlan's market presence in one of Brazil's most dynamic livestock markets.
Amlan International, a subsidiary of Oil-Dri of America (NYSE: ODC), has appointed Pinyo Kantasakorn as Regional Sales Manager for the Asia Pacific region. With over 18 years of experience in animal nutrition sales, Pinyo will drive Amlan's growth and market presence in the area. His responsibilities include developing new customers and markets, maintaining client relationships, and working with regional partners to enhance Amlan's reach.
Pinyo holds a bachelor's degree in animal science and an MBA. Dr. Michael Hua, Regional Director Asia Pacific, expressed enthusiasm about Pinyo's role in delivering innovative mineral technology solutions, including natural feed additives Calibrin-Z®, Calibrin-A®, Varium®, and the upcoming launch of Phylox®. Dr. Wade Robey, President of Amlan International, emphasized Pinyo's importance in expanding the company's footprint in the Asia Pacific region.
Oil-Dri of America (NYSE: ODC) reported record sales and gross profit for Q4 and the highest annual net income in company history for fiscal year 2024. Highlights include:
- Consolidated net sales reached $437.6 million, up 6% year-over-year
- Record annual net income of $39.4 million, a 33% increase
- Q4 net sales hit $113.7 million, up 6% from the previous year
- Acquisition of Ultra Pet Company contributed to growth
- Strong performance in cat litter and fluids purification businesses
- Gross margins expanded to 29% in FY2024 from 25% in FY2023
- Operating income increased 26% to $51.6 million for the full year
The company saw growth across its Business to Business and Retail & Wholesale segments, driven by higher pricing, increased demand for fluid purification products, and the Ultra Pet acquisition.
Oil-Dri of America's (NYSE: ODC) Board of Directors has declared quarterly cash dividends and approved a two-for-one stock split. The dividends of $0.31 per share of Common Stock and $0.233 per share of Class B Stock will be paid on November 22, 2024 to stockholders of record as of November 8, 2024. The stock split is subject to stockholder approval at the annual meeting on December 11, 2024. If approved, stockholders of record on December 20, 2024 will receive one additional share for each share held, with distribution expected after market close on January 3, 2025. Trading on a post-split basis is anticipated to begin on January 6, 2025. The company aims to enhance liquidity and attract a broader investor base with this move.
Oil-Dri of America (NYSE: ODC) has been selected as one of the Top 100 Finalists for the 23rd annual Chicago Innovation Awards. The company was nominated for its Cat's Pride® Antibacterial Clumping Litter, the first and only EPA-approved cat litter to kill 99.9% of odor-causing bacteria.
This innovative product addresses consumer concerns about bacteria in litter boxes and offers powerful odor control, easy cleanup, and is 40% lighter than traditional scoopable litter. The lightweight nature of this clay-based litter also reduces the number of trucks needed for transportation, lowering the carbon 'pawprint'.
As a finalist, Oil-Dri will receive a $2,500 scholarship to attend The Practical Innovator course at Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management. The company is also in the running for the 'People's Choice Award' and could be among the 20 winners selected by judges for the Chicago Innovation Awards.
Oil-Dri of America (NYSE: ODC) has announced a change in the timing of its previously scheduled fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024 live webcast. The webcast will now take place on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time, an hour earlier than originally planned. Additionally, the duration of the earnings discussion has been extended to 45 minutes.
The company will release its earnings for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024 after the U.S. stock market closes on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Participation details and webcast replay will be available on the company's website's Events page. Archives of previous webcasts can be accessed under the Quarterly Archives section of the website.
Amlan International, a leading innovator in mineral-based feed additives for poultry and animal production, has appointed Marty Thompson as Southwest Key Accounts Manager for the U.S. Thompson brings extensive experience in the livestock and feed industry, with a proven track record of success in business development and sales growth.
In his previous role as National Account Manager, Thompson successfully grew sales of vitamins and feed additives to major poultry integrators and livestock feed manufacturers. At Amlan, he will focus on strengthening customer relationships, driving sales initiatives, and supporting the company's commitment to advancing animal health with their mineral technology.
Thompson holds a B.S. in Animal Science from Oklahoma State University and has completed graduate studies at the University of Arkansas. His appointment aligns with Amlan's strategic objectives in the Southwest region and is expected to contribute to the company's continued growth and success.
Oil-Dri of America (NYSE: ODC) has announced the dates for its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024 earnings release and live webcast. The company will release its earnings report after the U.S. stock market closes on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Following this, Oil-Dri will host a live webcast on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time to discuss the financial results. Investors and interested parties can find participation details on the company's website's Events page. The webcast will also be available for replay, and archives of previous webcasts can be accessed under the Quarterly Archives section of the website.
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