Advanced Drainage Systems Announces Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results

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Advanced Drainage Systems (NYSE: WMS) reported Q3 fiscal 2025 results with net sales increasing 4.3% to $690.5 million. However, net income decreased 23% to $82.3 million, with earnings per diluted share falling 22.3% to $1.04.

Year-to-date performance showed net sales up 3.1% to $2.3 billion, while net income decreased 10.1% to $375.8 million. The company's Infiltrator segment showed strong performance with a 30.3% sales increase to $135.3 million, boosted by the Orenco acquisition.

The company maintained its fiscal 2025 guidance, projecting net sales between $2.900-2.975 billion and Adjusted EBITDA of $880-920 million. During the period, WMS repurchased 0.4 million shares for $69.9 million, with $147.7 million remaining in the buyback authorization. The company's trailing-twelve-month leverage ratio stands at 1.0 times Adjusted EBITDA.

Positive

• Net sales increased 4.3% to $690.5 million in Q3
• Infiltrator segment sales grew 30.3% to $135.3 million
• Strong liquidity position of $1,078.4 million
• Low leverage ratio at 1.0x Adjusted EBITDA
• Active share repurchase program with $147.7 million remaining authorization

Negative

• Net income decreased 23% to $82.3 million in Q3
• Earnings per diluted share fell 22.3% to $1.04
• Gross profit declined 7% to $241.6 million
• SG&A expenses increased 10.4% to $100.8 million
• Free cash flow decreased from $563.9M to $373.9M year-over-year

Insights

Financial Analyst

Advanced Drainage Systems' Q3 results reveal a complex narrative of strategic growth amid margin pressures. While top-line growth of 4.3% appears modest, the composition tells a compelling story. The Infiltrator segment's 30.3% growth, particularly in tanks and advanced treatment products, demonstrates successful execution of the company's diversification strategy.

The margin compression, reflected in the 6.2% decline in Adjusted EBITDA to $191.5 million, deserves careful analysis. This appears to be primarily driven by pricing pressures and material costs rather than operational inefficiencies, suggesting potential recovery as input costs stabilize. The company's robust 27.7% EBITDA margin, though lower than last year's 30.8%, remains impressive for the industry.

Three strategic elements stand out:

• The Orenco acquisition strengthens ADS's position in the fragmented but growing decentralized wastewater market, offering significant cross-selling opportunities
• Continued investment in recycling capacity, with the Cordele, GA facility expansion, reinforces both environmental leadership and cost advantages
• Strong free cash flow generation of $373.9 million and low leverage (1.0x) provide flexibility for both growth investments and shareholder returns

The company's maintained FY2025 guidance of $2.9-2.975 billion in revenue and $880-920 million in Adjusted EBITDA suggests management's confidence in their execution capabilities despite near-term headwinds. The $225 million planned capital expenditure indicates continued commitment to organic growth opportunities.

HILLIARD, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (NYSE: WMS) (“ADS” or the “Company”), a leading provider of innovative water management solutions in the stormwater and onsite septic wastewater industries today announced financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended December 31, 2024.

Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results

• Net sales increased $28.2 million or 4.3% to $690.5 million
• Net income decreased $24.6 million or 23.0% to $82.3 million
• Net income per diluted share decreased $0.30 or 22.3% to $1.04
• Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) decreased $12.7 million or 6.2% to $191.5 million
• Adjusted Earnings per share (Non-GAAP) decreased $0.28 or 20.3% to $1.09

Year-to-Date Fiscal 2025 Results

• Net sales increased $67.9 million or 3.1% to $2.3 billion
• Net income decreased $42.0 million or 10.1% to $375.8 million
• Net income per diluted share decreased $0.47 or 9.0% to $4.77
• Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) decreased $19.2 million or 2.6% to $712.5 million
• Adjusted Earnings per share (Non-GAAP) decreased $0.31 or 6.0% to $4.86

Scott Barbour, President and Chief Executive Officer of ADS commented, "The fiscal third quarter financial results were in line with expectations. The ADS business progressed on plan while the Infiltrator business modestly outperformed driven by double digit growth in both tanks and advanced treatment products. The construction market demand, pricing environment, material cost and operating performance played out like we thought they would going into the quarter."

"Reflecting on the 2024 hurricane season that concluded in November, it is clear that storm events are growing in their intensity and frequency. At the same time, it is becoming increasingly evident that much of the current stormwater infrastructure has not kept pace with this change, leaving many communities in a challenging position. In fact, a recent survey conducted by ADS and The Harris Poll showed 60% of Americans are concerned with stormwater infrastructure in their communities, up nearly 10% compared to the prior year. Additionally, 64% of Americans reported stormwater having a negative impact on their communities. ADS' solutions are uniquely positioned to address concerns around stormwater management, including flood mitigation and minimizing property damage, while continuing to support the development of more resilient communities."

"With the growing demand for water management solutions, we continue to add products and capacity to ensure we grow our leadership position in both stormwater and decentralized wastewater. In the third quarter, we closed the acquisition of Orenco, expanding our offering in a highly fragmented and fast-growing segment of advanced treatment in decentralized wastewater. We recently broke ground on an ADS Recycling facility expansion in Cordele, GA to increase capacity in the Southeast, and we will continue investing capital to support growth in markets like the Southeast where material conversion opportunities remain."

"As we move into the final quarter of this fiscal year, we are focused on executing our sales strategies and driving increased productivity. We will continue to deliver exceptional service to our customers and pursue profitable growth through attractive products, markets and partnerships, while at the same time investing capital and resources across our business to drive sustainable growth and profitability longer term."

Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results

Net sales increased $28.2 million, or 4.3%, to $690.5 million, as compared to $662.4 million in the prior year quarter. Domestic pipe sales decreased $5.7 million, or 1.6%, to $343.4 million. Domestic allied products & other sales increased $5.0 million, or 3.2%, to $161.5 million. Infiltrator sales increased $31.4 million, or 30.3%, to $135.3 million. Excluding the acquisition of Orenco Systems, Inc. ("Orenco"), Infiltrator organic revenue increased 5.8%. The overall increase in domestic net sales was primarily driven by demand in the construction end markets. International sales decreased $2.6 million, or 4.9%, to $50.4 million.

Gross profit decreased $18.3 million, or 7.0%, to $241.6 million as compared to $259.8 million in the prior year. The decrease in gross profit is primarily driven by unfavorable pricing and material cost as well as the mix impact from the inclusion of Orenco. This unfavorability was partially offset by favorable volume and mix of construction market and Infiltrator sales.

Selling, general and administrative expenses increased $9.5 million, or 10.4% to $100.8 million, as compared to $91.3 million. As a percentage of sales, selling, general and administrative expense was 14.6% as compared to 13.8% in the prior year, primarily driven by the acquisition of Orenco.

Net income per diluted share decreased $0.30, or 22.3%, to $1.04, as compared to $1.34 per share in the prior year quarter, primarily due to the factors mentioned above.

Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) decreased $12.7 million, or 6.2%, to $191.5 million, as compared to $204.2 million in the prior year, primarily due to the factors mentioned above. As a percentage of net sales, Adjusted EBITDA was 27.7% as compared to 30.8% in the prior year.

Segment sales results are based on Net sales to external customers. Reconciliations of GAAP to Non-GAAP financial measures for Adjusted EBITDA, Free Cash Flow and Adjusted Earnings per Share have been provided in the financial statement tables included in this press release. An explanation of these measures is also included below under the heading “Non-GAAP Financial Measures.”

Year-to-Date Fiscal 2025 Results

Net sales increased $67.9 million, or 3.1%, to $2,288.5 million, as compared to $2,220.6 million in the prior year. Domestic pipe sales decreased $0.3 million, to $1,185.3 million. Domestic allied products & other sales increased $23.8 million, or 4.6%, to $544.5 million. Infiltrator sales increased $51.1 million, or 14.9%, to $394.0 million. Excluding the acquisition of Orenco Systems, Inc. ("Orenco"), Infiltrator organic revenue increased 7.5%. The overall increase in domestic net sales was primarily driven by demand in the construction end markets. International sales decreased $6.7 million, or 3.9%, to $164.6 million.

Gross profit decreased $26.0 million, or 2.9%, to $868.0 million as compared to $894.0 million in the prior year. The decrease in gross profit is primarily driven by unfavorable pricing and material cost, partially offset by favorable volume, mix and manufacturing costs.

Selling, general and administrative expenses increased $19.4 million, or 7.2% to $289.0 million, as compared to $269.5 million. As a percentage of sales, selling, general and administrative expense was 12.6% as compared to 12.1% in the prior year.

Net income per diluted share decreased $0.47, or 9.0%, to $4.77, as compared to $5.24 per share in the prior year. Results for fiscal 2024 include a $14.9 million gain on the sale of assets, which after considering the income tax impact of this gain impacted net income per diluted share by $0.13.

Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) decreased $19.2 million, or 2.6%, to $712.5 million, as compared to $731.8 million in the prior year, primarily due to the factors mentioned above. As a percentage of net sales, Adjusted EBITDA was 31.1% as compared to 33.0% in the prior year.

Balance Sheet and Liquidity

Net cash provided by operating activities was $540.3 million, as compared to $700.3 million in the prior year. Free cash flow (Non-GAAP) was $373.9 million, as compared to $563.9 million in the prior year. Net debt (total debt and finance lease obligations net of cash) was $920.8 million as of December 31, 2024, an increase of $59.9 million from March 31, 2024.

On October 1, 2024, the Company completed the acquisition of Orenco, a leading manufacturer of decentralized wastewater management products serving residential and non-residential end markets. Orenco results are included in the Infiltrator segment.

ADS had total liquidity of $1,078.4 million, comprised of cash of $488.9 million as of December 31, 2024 and $589.6 million of availability under committed credit facilities. As of December 31, 2024, the Company’s trailing-twelve-month leverage ratio was 1.0 times Adjusted EBITDA.

In the nine months ended December 31, 2024, the Company repurchased 0.4 million shares of its common stock for a total cost of $69.9 million. As of December 31, 2024, approximately $147.7 million of common stock may be repurchased under the Company's existing share repurchase authorization.

Fiscal 2025 Outlook

Based on current visibility, backlog of existing orders and business trends, the Company is confirming its previously issued financial targets for fiscal 2025. Net sales are expected to be in the range of $2.900 billion to $2.975 billion and Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be in the range of $880 million to $920 million. Capital expenditures are expected to be approximately $225 million.

Conference Call Information

Webcast: Interested investors and other parties can listen to a webcast of the live conference call by logging in through the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at https://investors.ads-pipe.com/events-and-presentations. An online replay will be available on the same website following the call.

Teleconference: To participate in the live teleconference, participants may register at https://registrations.events/direct/Q4I457861292. After registering, participants will receive a confirmation through email, including dial in details and unique conference call codes for entry. Registration is open through the live call. To ensure participants are connected for the full call, please register at least 10 minutes before the start of the call.

About the Company

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of innovative stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions that manages the world’s most precious resource: water. ADS and its subsidiary, Infiltrator Water Technologies, provide superior stormwater drainage and onsite septic wastewater products used in a wide variety of markets and applications including commercial, residential, infrastructure and agriculture, while delivering unparalleled customer service. ADS manages the industry’s largest company-owned fleet, an expansive sales team, and a vast manufacturing network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers. The company is one of the largest plastic recycling companies in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year. Founded in 1966, ADS’ water management solutions are designed to last for decades. To learn more, visit the Company’s website at www.adspipe.com.

Forward Looking Statements

Certain statements in this press release may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. These statements are not historical facts but rather are based on the Company’s current expectations, estimates and projections regarding the Company’s business, operations and other factors relating thereto. Words such as “may,” “will,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “anticipate,” “predict,” “potential,” “continue,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “projects,” “believes,” “estimates,” “confident” and similar expressions are used to identify these forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ from those reflected in forward-looking statements relating to our operations and business include: fluctuations in the price and availability of resins and other raw materials and our ability to pass any increased costs of raw materials on to our customers in a timely manner; disruption or volatility in general business and economic conditions in the markets in which we operate; cyclicality and seasonality of the non-residential and residential construction markets and infrastructure spending; the risks of increasing competition in our existing and future markets; uncertainties surrounding the integration and realization of anticipated benefits of acquisitions; the effect of weather or seasonality; the loss of any of our significant customers; the risks of doing business internationally; the risks of conducting a portion of our operations through joint ventures; our ability to expand into new geographic or product markets; the risk associated with manufacturing processes; the effect of global climate change; our ability to protect against cybersecurity incidents and disruptions or failures of our IT systems; our ability to assess and monitor the effects of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics on our business and operations; our ability to manage our supply purchasing and customer credit policies; our ability to control labor costs and to attract, train and retain highly qualified employees and key personnel; our ability to protect our intellectual property rights; changes in laws and regulations, including environmental laws and regulations; our ability to appropriately address any environmental, social or governance concerns that may arise from our activities; the risks associated with our current levels of indebtedness, including borrowings under our existing credit agreement and outstanding indebtedness under our existing senior notes; and other risks and uncertainties described in the Company’s filings with the SEC. New risks and uncertainties emerge from time to time and it is not possible for the Company to predict all risks and uncertainties that could have an impact on the forward-looking statements contained in this press release. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking information included herein, the inclusion of such information should not be regarded as a representation by the Company or any other person that the Company’s expectations, objectives or plans will be achieved in the timeframe anticipated or at all. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the Company’s forward-looking statements and the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

Financial Statements

ADVANCED DRAINAGE SYSTEMS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (unaudited)
	Three Months Ended December 31,								Nine Months Ended December 31,
(In thousands, except per share data)	2024				2023				2024				2023
Net sales	$	690,538			$	662,367			$	2,288,484			$	2,220,633
Cost of goods sold		448,944				402,518				1,420,495				1,326,647
Gross profit		241,594				259,849				867,989				893,986
Operating expenses:
Selling, general and administrative		100,778				91,289				288,962				269,525
(Gain) loss on disposal of assets and costs from exit and disposal activities		(477	)			2,512				432				(10,669	)
Intangible amortization		14,429				12,782				38,140				38,376
Income from operations		126,864				153,266				540,455				596,754
Other expense:
Interest expense		23,094				22,331				69,074				65,984
Interest income and other, net		(4,792	)			(4,772	)			(18,864	)			(15,827	)
Income before income taxes		108,562				135,707				490,245				546,597
Income tax expense		27,091				30,131				117,897				132,665
Equity in net income of unconsolidated affiliates		(818	)			(1,304	)			(3,437	)			(3,880	)
Net income		82,289				106,880				375,785				417,812
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interest		1,058				1,241				2,770				2,719
Net income attributable to ADS	$	81,231			$	105,639			$	373,015			$	415,093
Weighted average common shares outstanding:
Basic		77,540				77,857				77,541				78,455
Diluted		78,115				78,586				78,196				79,188
Net income per share:
Basic	$	1.05			$	1.36			$	4.81			$	5.29
Diluted	$	1.04			$	1.34			$	4.77			$	5.24
Cash dividends declared per share	$	0.16			$	0.14			$	0.48			$	0.42

ADVANCED DRAINAGE SYSTEMS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (unaudited)
	As of
(Amounts in thousands)	December 31, 2024				March 31, 2024
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash	$	488,859			$	490,163
Receivables, net		247,940				323,576
Inventories		476,369				464,200
Other current assets		31,928				22,028
Total current assets		1,245,096				1,299,967
Property, plant and equipment, net		1,017,555				876,351
Other assets:
Goodwill		720,543				617,183
Intangible assets, net		462,491				352,652
Other assets		156,569				122,760
Total assets	$	3,602,254			$	3,268,913
LIABILITIES, MEZZANINE EQUITY AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Current maturities of debt obligations	$	10,621			$	11,870
Current maturities of finance lease obligations		30,944				18,015
Accounts payable		183,913				254,401
Other accrued liabilities		162,205				154,260
Accrued income taxes		407				1,076
Total current liabilities		388,090				439,622
Long-term debt obligations, net		1,253,129				1,259,522
Long-term finance lease obligations		114,927				61,661
Deferred tax liabilities		193,285				156,705
Other liabilities		88,437				70,704
Total liabilities		2,037,868				1,988,214
Mezzanine equity:
Redeemable common stock		95,250				108,584
Total mezzanine equity		95,250				108,584
Stockholders’ equity:
Common stock		11,693				11,679
Paid-in capital		1,269,230				1,219,834
Common stock in treasury, at cost		(1,219,404	)			(1,140,578	)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss		(38,378	)			(29,830	)
Retained earnings		1,427,891				1,092,208
Total ADS stockholders’ equity		1,451,032				1,153,313
Noncontrolling interest in subsidiaries		18,104				18,802
Total stockholders’ equity		1,469,136				1,172,115
Total liabilities, mezzanine equity and stockholders’ equity	$	3,602,254			$	3,268,913

ADVANCED DRAINAGE SYSTEMS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (unaudited)
	Nine Months Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)	2024				2023
Cash Flow from Operating Activities
Net income	$	375,785			$	417,812
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization		133,671				112,014
Deferred income taxes		510				335
Loss (gain) on disposal of assets and costs from exit and disposal activities		432				(10,669	)
Stock-based compensation		21,758				23,636
Amortization of deferred financing charges		1,533				1,533
Fair market value adjustments to derivatives		383				(162	)
Equity in net income of unconsolidated affiliates		(3,437	)			(3,880	)
Other operating activities		(1,849	)			5,720
Changes in working capital:
Receivables		83,059				67,230
Inventories		(179	)			59,752
Prepaid expenses and other current assets		(2,564	)			(534	)
Accounts payable, accrued expenses, and other liabilities		(68,838	)			27,475
Net cash provided by operating activities		540,264				700,262
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Capital expenditures		(166,410	)			(136,385	)
Proceeds from disposition of assets		—				19,979
Acquisition, net of cash acquired		(237,310	)			—
Other investing activities		831				527
Net cash used in investing activities		(402,889	)			(115,879	)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
Payments on syndicated Term Loan Facility		(5,250	)			(5,250	)
Payments on Equipment Financing		(3,909	)			(6,361	)
Payments on finance lease obligations		(17,820	)			(8,624	)
Repurchase of common stock		(69,922	)			(178,187	)
Cash dividends paid		(37,324	)			(33,111	)
Proceeds from exercise of stock options		8,927				3,956
Payment of withholding taxes on vesting of restricted stock units		(10,646	)			(8,859	)
Net cash used in financing activities		(135,944	)			(236,436	)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash		(2,526	)			1,271
Net change in cash		(1,095	)			349,218
Cash and restricted cash at beginning of period		495,848				217,128
Cash and restricted cash at end of period	$	494,753			$	566,346
RECONCILIATION TO BALANCE SHEET
Cash	$	488,859
Restricted cash		5,894
Total cash and restricted cash	$	494,753

Selected Financial Data

The following tables set forth net sales by reportable segment for each of the periods indicated.

	Three Months Ended
	December 31, 2024											December 31, 2023
(In thousands)	Net Sales				Intersegment Net Sales				Net Sales from External Customers			Net Sales				Intersegment Net Sales				Net Sales from External Customers
Pipe	$	356,010			$	(12,607	)		$	343,403		$	360,733			$	(11,629	)		$	349,104
Infiltrator		152,384				(17,083	)			135,301			131,144				(27,273	)			103,871
International
International - Pipe		36,909				(2,860	)			34,049			44,203				(5,420	)			38,783
International - Allied Products & Other		16,372				(58	)			16,314			14,166				(1	)			14,165
Total International		53,281				(2,918	)			50,363			58,369				(5,421	)			52,948
Allied Products & Other		165,233				(3,762	)			161,471			159,162				(2,718	)			156,444
Intersegment Eliminations		(36,370	)			36,370				—			(47,041	)			47,041				—
Total Consolidated	$	690,538			$	—			$	690,538		$	662,367			$	—			$	662,367
	Nine Months Ended
	December 31, 2024											December 31, 2023
(In thousands)	Net Sales				Intersegment Net Sales				Net Sales from External Customers			Net Sales				Intersegment Net Sales				Net Sales from External Customers
Pipe	$	1,227,288			$	(41,972	)		$	1,185,316		$	1,217,302			$	(31,672	)		$	1,185,630
Infiltrator		456,104				(62,093	)			394,011			406,361				(63,405	)			342,956
International
International - Pipe		125,281				(10,150	)			115,131			133,787				(9,219	)			124,568
International - Allied Products & Other		49,664				(174	)			49,490			46,789				(27	)			46,762
Total International		174,945				(10,324	)			164,621			180,576				(9,246	)			171,330
Allied Products & Other		556,920				(12,384	)			544,536			528,303				(7,586	)			520,717
Intersegment Eliminations		(126,773	)			126,773				—			(111,909	)			111,909				—
Total Consolidated	$	2,288,484			$	—			$	2,288,484		$	2,220,633			$	—			$	2,220,633

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release contains financial information determined by methods other than in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). ADS management uses non-GAAP measures in its analysis of the Company’s performance. Investors are encouraged to review the reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the comparable GAAP results available in the accompanying tables.

Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release includes references to Adjusted EBITDA, Free Cash Flow and Adjusted Earnings per Share, non-GAAP financial measures. These non-GAAP financial measures are used in addition to and in conjunction with results presented in accordance with GAAP. These measures are not intended to be substitutes for those reported in accordance with GAAP. Adjusted EBITDA and Free Cash Flow may be different from non-GAAP financial measures used by other companies, even when similar terms are used to identify such measures.

EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP financial measures that comprise net income before interest, income taxes, depreciation and amortization, stock-based compensation, non-cash charges and certain other expenses. The Company’s definition of Adjusted EBITDA may differ from similar measures used by other companies, even when similar terms are used to identify such measures. Adjusted EBITDA is a key metric used by management and the Company’s board of directors to assess financial performance and evaluate the effectiveness of the Company’s business strategies. Accordingly, management believes that Adjusted EBITDA provides useful information to investors and others in understanding and evaluating our operating results in the same manner as the Company’s management and board of directors. In order to provide investors with a meaningful reconciliation, the Company has provided a reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to net income.

Free Cash Flow is a non-GAAP financial measure that comprises cash flow from operating activities less capital expenditures. Free Cash Flow is a measure used by management and the Company’s board of directors to assess the Company’s ability to generate cash. Accordingly, management believes that Free Cash Flow provides useful information to investors and others in understanding and evaluating our ability to generate cash flow from operations after capital expenditures. In order to provide investors with a meaningful reconciliation, the Company has provided a reconciliation of cash flow from operating activities to Free Cash Flow.

Adjusted Earnings per Share excludes (gains) losses on disposals of assets or business, restructuring expenses, impairment charges and transaction costs. Adjusted Earnings per Share is a measure used by management and may be useful for investors to evaluate the Company's operational performance.

The following tables present a reconciliation of EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA to Net Income, Free Cash Flow to Cash Flow from Operating Activities, and Adjusted Earnings per Share to Diluted Earnings per Share, the most comparable GAAP measures, for each of the periods indicated.

Reconciliation of Adjusted Gross Profit to Gross Profit
	Three Months Ended December 31,							Nine Months Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)	2024			2023				2024			2023
Segment Adjusted Gross Profit
Pipe	$	90,900		$	115,621			$	348,559		$	402,126
Infiltrator		78,285			68,392				250,835			216,319
International		12,071			14,012				49,179			51,380
Allied Products & Other		92,938			88,150				314,129			300,574
Intersegment Elimination		1,749			(1,922	)			180			(4,431	)
Total Segment Adjusted Gross Profit		275,943			284,253				962,882			965,968
Depreciation and amortization		30,754			23,088				88,502			68,509
Stock-based compensation expense		1,335			1,316				4,131			3,473
Inventory step-up related to Orenco acquisition		2,260			—				2,260			—
Total Gross Profit	$	241,594		$	259,849			$	867,989		$	893,986

Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to Net Income
	Three Months Ended December 31,								Nine Months Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)	2024				2023				2024				2023
Net income	$	82,289			$	106,880			$	375,785			$	417,812
Depreciation and amortization		47,766				38,053				133,671				112,014
Interest expense		23,094				22,331				69,074				65,984
Income tax expense		27,091				30,131				117,897				132,665
EBITDA		180,240				197,395				696,427				728,475
(Gain) loss on disposal of assets and costs from exit and disposal activities		(477	)			2,512				432				(10,669	)
Stock-based compensation expense		7,798				7,402				21,758				23,636
Transaction costs		5,924				1,030				8,619				3,054
Interest income		(4,545	)			(6,515	)			(18,478	)			(15,141	)
Other adjustments(a)		2,545				2,382				3,775				2,414
Adjusted EBITDA	$	191,485			$	204,206			$	712,533			$	731,769

(a)

Includes derivative fair value adjustments, foreign currency transaction (gains) losses, legal settlements, inventory step-up costs, the proportionate share of interest, income taxes, depreciation and amortization related to the South American Joint Venture, which is accounted for under the equity method of accounting and executive retirement expense.

Reconciliation of Free Cash Flow to Cash flow from Operating Activities
	Nine Months Ended December 31,
(Amounts in thousands)	2024				2023
Net cash flow from operating activities	$	540,264			$	700,262
Capital expenditures		(166,410	)			(136,385	)
Free cash flow	$	373,854			$	563,877

Reconciliation of Diluted Earnings per Share to Adjusted Earnings per Share

The following table presents diluted earnings per share on an adjusted basis to supplement the Company's discussion of its results of operations herein.

	Three Months Ended December 31,								Nine Months Ended December 31,
	2024				2023				2024				2023
Diluted Earnings Per Share	$	1.04			$	1.34			$	4.77			$	5.24
(Gain) loss on disposal of assets and costs from exit and disposal activities		(0.01	)			0.03				0.01				(0.13	)
Transaction costs		0.08				0.01				0.11				0.04
Income tax impact of adjustments (a)		(0.02	)			(0.01	)			(0.03	)			0.02
Adjusted Earnings per Share	$	1.09			$	1.37			$	4.86			$	5.17

(a)	The income tax impact of adjustments to each period is based on the statutory tax rate.

 

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FAQ

What were WMS's Q3 fiscal 2025 earnings per share?

WMS reported earnings of $1.04 per diluted share in Q3 fiscal 2025, down 22.3% from $1.34 in the prior year quarter.

How much did WMS's net sales grow in Q3 2025?

WMS's net sales increased by $28.2 million or 4.3% to $690.5 million in Q3 fiscal 2025.

What is WMS's current share repurchase authorization balance?

As of December 31, 2024, WMS has approximately $147.7 million remaining in its share repurchase authorization.

What is WMS's revenue guidance for fiscal 2025?

WMS expects net sales to be in the range of $2.900 billion to $2.975 billion for fiscal 2025.

How did WMS's Infiltrator segment perform in Q3 2025?

The Infiltrator segment sales increased by 31.4 million or 30.3% to $135.3 million, with organic revenue growth of 5.8% excluding the Orenco acquisition.