The earnings call reflects a mixed performance with some areas of growth due to acquisitions and product diversification, but significant challenges remain due to market conditions and external disruptions such as hurricanes. While there are strategic efforts to drive cost savings and share repurchases, declining organic sales and margins, alongside lower net income, point to ongoing difficulties.
Company Guidance
During the GMS Q2 2025 earnings call, management provided detailed guidance on various metrics affecting their performance and outlook. The company reported net sales of $1.47 billion, a 3.5% increase year-over-year, largely driven by recent acquisitions and volume growth in Ceilings, Steel Framing, and Complementary Products. However, organic sales declined by 4.6% due to softened market conditions and disruptions from hurricanes, impacting net sales by approximately $20 million and adjusted EBITDA by $6 million. Gross margin stood at 31.4%, with a 90 basis point decline from the previous year attributed to a shift in product mix and pricing dynamics. Net income for the quarter was $53.5 million, down from $81 million, while adjusted EBITDA was $152.2 million compared to $167.6 million a year ago. Looking ahead, GMS expects third-quarter net sales to rise slightly, with gross margins improving to between 31.5% and 31.7%, and adjusted EBITDA projected to range between $113 million and $118 million. The company also highlighted its strategic focus on expanding Complementary Products and maintaining operational efficiencies to navigate the challenging market environment.
Revenue Growth
Net sales increased 3.5% year-over-year to $1.47 billion, driven by recent acquisitions and volume growth in Ceilings, Steel Framing, and Complementary Products.
Ceilings and Complementary Products Growth
Ceilings sales grew 16.6% year-over-year with a 5.5% benefit to price and mix. Complementary Products sales increased 9%, marking the 18th consecutive quarter of growth.
Cost Savings Initiatives
Implemented cost savings initiatives are expected to achieve $30 million of annualized savings, with half realized in the second quarter.
Share Repurchase Program
Repurchased 593,000 shares for $52.3 million at an average price of $88.19 per share, with a renewed authorization to repurchase up to $250 million of shares.
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GMS (GMS) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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GMS Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Dec 05, 2024
$102.29
$97.76
-4.43%
Aug 29, 2024
$91.15
$85.00
-6.75%
Jun 20, 2024
$89.89
$84.40
-6.11%
Feb 29, 2024
$89.96
$89.31
-0.72%
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FAQ
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GMS Inc (GMS) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 27, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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