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The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) is the leading marketer of branded consumer products for lawn and garden care as well as indoor and hydroponic growing products. Headquartered in Marysville, Ohio, the company boasts an impressive portfolio of well-recognized brands including Scotts®, Miracle-Gro®, Ortho®, Tomcat®, and Roundup®. These products are sold primarily through major retailers such as Home Depot, Lowe's, and Walmart, allowing the company to maintain an advantageous market position.
The company is dedicated to helping individuals of all ages enhance their outdoor spaces. Their industry-leading lawn, garden, and outdoor living products and services aim to create a beautiful world. Scotts Miracle-Gro is also committed to sustainability, offering products that cater to natural and organic gardening solutions, as well as indoor and urban gardening. The company listens to consumer feedback to continuously develop products that meet their needs.
Scotts Miracle-Gro's subsidiary, The Hawthorne Gardening Company, is a prominent provider of nutrients, lighting, and other materials used in the indoor and hydroponic growing segment. The Hawthorne division underscores Scotts Miracle-Gro's expansion into the burgeoning cannabis market, making it a key player in cannabis-growing equipment in North America.
Financially, Scotts Miracle-Gro has demonstrated robust performance. With approximately $3.6 billion in sales, the company continues to focus on improving its financial and operating performance. Recent achievements include near-record retail shipments and mid-teens percentage growth in year-to-date POS units versus the previous year. As stated by CEO Jim Hagedorn, the company is also making significant strides in debt reduction and covenant compliance, aiming to achieve a $1 billion free cash flow target in the fiscal '23 and '24 period.
The company's commitment to community and environmental sustainability is reflected in its philanthropic efforts. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation aims to build healthier communities, empower the next generation, and preserve the planet. The foundation supports non-profits dedicated to these causes through grants, endowments, and multi-year capital gifts.
Scotts Miracle-Gro continues to innovate and lead in its industry, evidenced by its recent decision to remove neonics from Ortho® outdoor products to protect pollinators like honeybees. This decision highlights the company's responsiveness to consumer concerns and its dedication to environmental stewardship.
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The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) has announced a cash dividend of $0.62 per share, approved by its Board of Directors. This dividend is set to be paid on June 10, 2021, to shareholders of record by May 27, 2021. Scotts Miracle-Gro is a leading marketer of branded lawn and garden products, with approximately $4.1 billion in sales. Its prominent brands include Scotts®, Miracle-Gro®, and Ortho®.
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE SMG) will report its second quarter financial results on May 5, 2021, before U.S. market opening. A conference call is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. ET, with dial-in details provided. The Company, a leading marketer of consumer lawn and garden products with around $4.1 billion in sales, will also offer a live webcast of the call. Notable brands include Scotts®, Miracle-Gro®, and Ortho®. For more information, visit their investor relations website.
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (SMG) has raised its fiscal 2021 sales and earnings outlook. The U.S. Consumer segment is now expected to grow 4-6% compared to a previous forecast of flat to -5%. The Hawthorne segment anticipates a growth of 20-30%. Overall, company-wide sales growth is expected to range from 8-12%, increased from 1-6%. Adjusted earnings per share are forecasted at $8.60-$9.00, up from $8.00-$8.40. However, free cash flow expectations have decreased to $250 million from $325 million due to rising capital expenditures.
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) will host a virtual Investor & Analyst Day on April 8, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. ET. The event aims to provide insights into the Company's strategies for its Hawthorne Gardening Company and U.S. Consumer businesses, featuring presentations from its executive team followed by a live Q&A session. Interested investors can register for the event to participate and submit questions. Scotts Miracle-Gro recorded approximately $4.1 billion in sales, holding market-leading brands like Scotts®, Miracle-Gro®, and Ortho®.
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) will host a virtual Investor & Analyst Day on April 8, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. ET. This event aims to provide insights into the Company's strategies, particularly focusing on the Hawthorne Gardening Company and U.S. Consumer businesses. The agenda includes approximately 2.5 hours of presentations followed by a live Q&A session. Interested investors and analysts are encouraged to register soon. Scotts Miracle-Gro reported approximately $4.1 billion in sales, with leading brands like Scotts®, Miracle-Gro®, and Ortho®.
Scotts® has launched Turf Builder® Long Island Lawn Food, a new lawn fertilizer designed to enhance local water quality. This product features 50% slow-release nitrogen and reduces nitrogen content by 20%, aligning with the Long Island Nitrogen Action Plan. All profits from sales will be reinvested in local water protection efforts for the next three years. The initiative includes educational outreach programs and partnerships with environmental organizations to combat nitrogen pollution, a significant threat to Long Island's water supply.
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation announced recipients for its inaugural Water Stewardship Grant: The Nature Conservancy’s New York Chapter and The Everglades Foundation. The grant supports efforts to combat harmful algal blooms (HABs), which negatively impact U.S. waterways and cost the economy $2.2 billion annually. Funding will enhance septic systems on Long Island and further research for Everglades restoration. The Foundation emphasizes clean water as a priority, having previously reduced phosphorus in its products by 10,000 tons yearly.
Instead has launched a new natural lawn care brand that emphasizes simplicity and sustainability. The product range includes tailored fertilizers and grass seed mixes, all made from natural ingredients like molasses and alfalfa. Co-owned by actress Drew Barrymore, who highlights the commitment to environmental responsibility, the brand targets millennials seeking convenient, eco-friendly options. Instead's products are designed for direct delivery, reducing guesswork and packaging waste. Backed by 1868 Ventures, this initiative aims to innovate and disrupt traditional lawn care.
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) announced the pricing of $500 million in 4.000% senior notes due 2031. The offering, which has not been registered under the Securities Act, is expected to close on March 17, 2021. Proceeds will be used to reduce borrowings on the senior secured revolving credit facility. Scotts Miracle-Gro is a leading marketer of branded lawn and garden care products, boasting approximately $4.1 billion in sales. The company emphasizes this issuance as part of its strategy for financial management.