ADVANCED DRAINAGE SYSTEMS, INC. - WMS STOCK NEWS

Advanced Drainage Systems (NYSE: WMS) has announced a $0.12 quarterly cash dividend per share, marking a 9% increase from the previous year. This decision reflects the company’s strong balance sheet and cash generation capabilities. The dividend will be paid on March 15, 2023, to shareholders recorded by March 1, 2023. CEO Scott Barbour stated the increase demonstrates a commitment to returning capital to shareholders while maintaining investments in the business. Advanced Drainage Systems continues to lead in innovative water management solutions across various sectors.

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (WMS) reported its fiscal Q3 2023 financial results, revealing a 8.4% decline in net sales to $655.2 million due to weak demand in December. However, net income increased 11.7% to $83.2 million, highlighting effective cost management and pricing strategies. Year-to-date, net sales rose 17.3% to $2.45 billion, with significant increases in gross profit and adjusted EBITDA. The company anticipates continued challenges in the construction market, adjusting fiscal 2023 sales guidance to $2.975-$3.050 billion and adjusted EBITDA to $850-$890 million.

Advanced Drainage Systems (WMS) announced a $3 million donation from the ADS Foundation to create the Advanced Drainage Systems Behavioral Health Professional Development Fund at Nationwide Children's Hospital. This fund aims to address the shortage of pediatric behavioral health professionals by providing scholarships and expanding internship programs for employees at the hospital. The initiative is part of ADS's broader commitment to enhance community well-being and support the development of professionals in behavioral health. The funds will assist in training psychiatric nurses, therapists, and mental health specialists.

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (NYSE: WMS) announced the retirement of Executive Vice President Roy Moore, effective May 31, 2023. Craig Taylor, currently serving as Vice President of Finance at Infiltrator Water Technologies, will succeed Moore as part of the company's succession plan. Moore has contributed over 35 years to Infiltrator and played a significant role in its growth. Craig Taylor, who joined ADS in February 2020, has extensive experience in finance, including managing a $3 billion division at Stanley Black and Decker. The transition aims to ensure continued leadership stability as ADS focuses on innovative water management solutions.

Advanced Drainage Systems (NYSE: WMS) will release its unaudited financial results for the third fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2022, before the market opens on February 2, 2023. CEO Scott Barbour and CFO Scott Cottrill will host a conference call and webcast on the same day at 10:00 a.m. ET to discuss these results. Investors can access the webcast through the Investor Relations section of the Company's website. ADS is recognized as a leading manufacturer of stormwater and septic wastewater management solutions, operating approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 37 distribution centers across North America.

On January 5, 2023, Advanced Drainage Systems (WMS) announced a $500,000 donation from its foundation to The Nature Conservancy. This three-year grant will support water conservation projects in California, Florida, North Carolina, and Texas. The funding aims to create demonstration sites, enhance freshwater resources, and engage community stakeholders. WMS, a leader in water management and plastic recycling, emphasizes its commitment to sustainability through both operational practices and community support efforts.

Advanced Drainage Systems (WMS) announced a $25,000 donation from the ADS Foundation to the Florida Disaster Fund to aid recovery efforts following Hurricanes Ian and Nicole. The foundation aims to support communities impacted by these disasters and promote clean water initiatives. ADS is committed to enhancing Florida's water resources and has a significant role as the largest plastics recycler in North America, recycling over 600 million pounds of plastic annually. This donation emphasizes ADS's dedication to environmental stewardship and community resilience amidst ongoing challenges.

Advanced Drainage Systems has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.12 per share, marking a 9% increase compared to last year. The dividend will be paid on December 15, 2022, to shareholders on record by December 1, 2022. CEO Scott Barbour emphasized the company's strong financial performance and commitment to returning capital to shareholders while investing strategically in growth.

Advanced Drainage Systems (NYSE: WMS) reported strong fiscal second-quarter results for the period ended September 30, 2022. Net sales rose 25.2% to $884.2 million, driven by sales growth in construction and agriculture markets. Net income surged 101% to $153.4 million, while Adjusted EBITDA increased 59.7% to $263.2 million. The year-to-date results showed similar growth, with net sales up 30.7% to $1.798 billion. Despite ongoing inflationary pressures, the company aims for revenue guidance of $3.100 billion to $3.200 billion for fiscal 2023, maintaining Adjusted EBITDA forecasts.