Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. Announces Share Repurchase Program

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Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PPIH) announced the Board's authorization of a $965 thousand share repurchase program, set to commence within the next year. The buyback will be conducted through open market and private transactions, contingent upon market conditions. This program aims to enhance shareholder value and potentially boost earnings per share. The company, a leader in pre-insulated piping and leak detection systems, operates across thirteen sites in six countries.

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• Authorized a $965 thousand share repurchase program to enhance shareholder value.
• Share repurchase may lead to an increase in earnings per share.

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SPRING, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PPIH) (the "Company") announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized the use of $965 thousand remaining under the share repurchase program previously approved on October 4, 2021 that expired on October 3, 2022. Share repurchases may be executed through open market or in privately negotiated transactions over the course of the next 12 months.

The specific number of shares that the Company will ultimately repurchase, and the actual timing, per share price and amount of share repurchases, will be dependent on then current market conditions and other factors.

Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc.
The Company is a global leader in pre-insulated piping and leak detection systems for oil and gas gathering, district heating and cooling, and other applications. It uses its extensive engineering and fabrication expertise to develop piping solutions that solve complex challenges regarding the safe and efficient transportation of many types of liquids. In total, the Company has operations at thirteen locations in six countries.

Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements and other information contained in this press release that can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and are subject to the safe harbors created thereby, including, without limitation, statements regarding the expected future performance and operations of the Company. These statements should be considered as subject to the many risks and uncertainties that exist in the Company's operations and business environment. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following: (i) the impact of the coronavirus ("COVID-19") on the Company's results of operations, financial condition and cash flows; (ii) fluctuations in the price of oil and natural gas and its impact on the customer order volume for the Company's products; (iii) the impact of global economic weakness and volatility; (iv) fluctuations in steel prices and the Company’s ability to offset increases in steel prices through price increases in its products; (v) decreases in government spending on projects using the Company’s products, and challenges to the Company’s non-government customers’ liquidity and access to capital funds; (vi) the Company’s ability to repay its debt and renew expiring international credit facilities; (vii) the Company’s ability to effectively execute its strategic plan and achieve sustained profitability and positive cash flows; (viii) the Company's ability to collect a long-term account receivable related to a project in the Middle East; (ix) the Company’s ability to interpret changes in tax regulations and legislation; (x) the Company's ability to use its net operating loss carryforwards; (xi) reversals of previously recorded revenue and profits resulting from inaccurate estimates made in connection with the Company’s over-time revenue recognition; (xii) the Company’s failure to establish and maintain effective internal control over financial reporting; (xiii) the timing of order receipt, execution, delivery and acceptance for the Company’s products; (xiv) the Company’s ability to successfully negotiate progress-billing arrangements for its large contracts; (xv) aggressive pricing by existing competitors and the entrance of new competitors in the markets in which the Company operates; (xvi) the Company’s ability to purchase raw materials at favorable prices and to maintain beneficial relationships with its suppliers; (xvii) the Company’s ability to manufacture products free of latent defects and to recover from suppliers who may provide defective materials to the Company; (xviii) reductions or cancellations of orders included in the Company’s backlog; (xix) risks and uncertainties specific to the Company's international business operations; (xx) the Company’s ability to attract and retain senior management and key personnel; (xxi) the Company’s ability to achieve the expected benefits of its growth initiatives; and (xxii) the impact of cybersecurity threats on the Company’s information technology systems. Shareholders, potential investors and other readers are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made herein are made only as of the date of this press release and we undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. More detailed information about factors that may affect our performance may be found in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available at https://www.sec.gov and under the Investor Center section of our website (http://investors.permapipe.com.)

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Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc.

David Mansfield, President and CEO

Perma-Pipe Investor Relations

(847) 929-1200

investor@permapipe.com

Source: Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc.

FAQ

What is the purpose of Perma-Pipe's $965 thousand share repurchase program?

The program aims to enhance shareholder value and potentially boost earnings per share.

When was the share repurchase program authorized for PPIH?

The share repurchase program was authorized by the Board of Directors in October 2021.

How long will the share repurchase for PPIH last?

The share repurchase program is set to take place over the next 12 months.

How will Perma-Pipe execute its share repurchase program?

Repurchases may be conducted through open market or privately negotiated transactions.

What factors will affect the timing and amount of shares repurchased by PPIH?

Market conditions and other factors will determine the specific timing, share price, and amount of share repurchases.