Acuity Inc. (AYI) reports earnings

The report was filed on April 3, 2025

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Acuity Inc. (AYI+1.77%) has submitted its 10-Q filing for the quarterly period ended February 28, 2025.

The filing includes financial statements for the quarter, showing an increase in net sales to $1,006.3 million from $905.9 million in the same quarter the previous year. This increase was primarily driven by the acquisition of QSC, LLC, which contributed $95.1 million in sales.

Gross profit for the quarter was $468.0 million, up from $412.4 million in the previous year, with the gross profit margin increasing to 46.5% from 45.5%.

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Selling, distribution, and administrative expenses rose to $357.8 million from $294.3 million, largely due to the inclusion of QSC operating expenses and acquisition-related costs.

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Operating profit for the quarter was $110.2 million, down from $118.1 million in the previous year. This decline was attributed to increased expenses, despite higher gross profit.

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Net income for the quarter decreased to $77.5 million from $89.2 million in the previous year. Diluted earnings per share were $2.45, down from $2.84.

The company reported net cash provided by operating activities of $191.6 million, compared to $292.6 million in the prior-year period, reflecting higher payments for inventory and acquisition-related costs.

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Acuity Inc. completed the acquisition of QSC, LLC for $1.2 billion, expanding its Acuity Intelligent Spaces segment. The acquisition was funded using cash on hand and a term loan facility.

The filing also details the company's financing arrangements, including a $600.0 million revolving credit facility and a $600.0 million term loan facility.

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Acuity Inc. paid dividends of $0.32 per share during the quarter and repurchased approximately 0.1 million shares of its common stock for $21.5 million.

The company continues to focus on strategic acquisitions and investments to expand its portfolio and enhance growth opportunities.

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This content was summarized by generative artificial intelligence using public filings retrieved from SEC.gov. The original data was derived from the Acuity Inc. quarterly 10-Q report dated April 3, 2025. To report an error, please email earnings@qz.com.