Strong Fiscal 2025 Performance
Steelcase reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.12, exceeding the top end of their target range. They delivered an adjusted operating margin of 5%, with the Americas segment achieving 7%.
Order Growth and Market Share Gains
Fourth quarter order growth was 9%, led by 12% growth in the Americas. This marks the sixth consecutive quarter of year-over-year order growth in the Americas, with market share gains reported.
Improved Gross Margin
Steelcase achieved their 11th consecutive quarter of year-over-year gross margin expansion, improving over 500 basis points since fiscal 2022.
Positive Demand Signals
Increased office leasing activity in the US, with Q4 leasing up 24% versus Q3 and 23% year-over-year, marking the highest quarter in three years.
International Segment Improvement
The international segment showed improvement in the first half of the year, driven by cost reductions and positive demand signals from large and national accounts.
Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns
Steelcase generated $100 million in free cash flow and returned $84 million to shareholders.