The earnings call highlighted strong financial performance, growth in revenue and shipments, and effective acquisition integration. However, challenges such as wire rod supply constraints, increased SG&A expenses, and tariff-related uncertainties were also noted. Despite these challenges, the company remains optimistic about future demand and is well-positioned for continued growth.

Company Guidance

During the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, Insteel Industries reported robust financial results driven by increased shipment volumes and a recovery in spreads between selling prices and raw material costs. Net earnings rose significantly to $15.2 million or $0.78 per share, with adjusted earnings at $0.81 per share, excluding nonrecurring restructuring charges. The company experienced an 11.7% year-over-year increase in average selling prices, alongside a 10.5% increase in shipment volumes. Gross profit surged by $15.4 million to $30.8 million, with gross margin expanding by 650 basis points to 17.1%. Operating activities generated $28.2 million in cash, and the company ended the quarter with $53.7 million in cash and no debt. Insteel highlighted ongoing challenges due to limited availability of domestic wire rod, which they supplemented with offshore volumes, and noted that their strategic pricing actions helped manage rising raw material costs. Despite uncertainties in the construction market and macroeconomic environment, Insteel expressed optimism about future demand, supported by recent acquisition synergies and favorable market conditions.

Strong Financial Performance

Net earnings for the quarter increased to $15.2 million or $0.78 per share compared to $6.6 million, or $0.34 per share in the prior year. Adjusted earnings were $0.81 per share.

Revenue and Shipment Growth

Average selling prices rose 11.7% year-over-year and 8.2% sequentially. Shipments for the quarter increased 10.5% year-over-year and 3.5% sequentially.

Gross Profit and Margin Expansion

Gross profit for the quarter increased $15.4 million from a year ago to $30.8 million, while gross margin expanded by 650 basis points to 17.1%.

Strong Cash Flow and Liquidity

Operating activities generated $28.2 million in cash during the quarter. Ended the quarter with $53.7 million of cash on hand and debt-free.

Positive Acquisition Integration

Successful integration of Engineered Wire Products and O'Brien Wire Products, contributing to the growth and improved performance.

Insteel Industries (IIIN) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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IIIN Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Oct 16, 2025	2025 (Q4)	0.79 / -	0.24	―	―	―
Jul 17, 2025	2025 (Q3)	0.69 / 0.78	0.34	129.41% (+0.44)
Apr 17, 2025	2025 (Q2)	0.29 / 0.52	0.35	48.57% (+0.17)
Jan 16, 2025	2025 (Q1)	0.10 / 0.06	0.06	0.00% (0.00)
Oct 17, 2024	2024 (Q4)	0.31 / 0.24	0.29	-17.24% (-0.05)
Jul 18, 2024	2024 (Q3)	0.43 / 0.34	0.54	-37.04% (-0.20)
Apr 25, 2024	2024 (Q2)	0.29 / 0.35	0.26	34.62% (+0.09)
Jan 18, 2024	2024 (Q1)	0.12 / 0.06	0.57	-89.47% (-0.51)
Oct 19, 2023	2023 (Q4)	0.66 / 0.29	1.24	-76.61% (-0.95)
Jul 20, 2023	2023 (Q3)	0.67 / 0.54	1.96	-72.45% (-1.42)

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IIIN Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Jul 17, 2025	$38.52	$36.08	-6.33%
Apr 17, 2025	$26.70	$30.38	+13.78%
Jan 16, 2025	$24.78	$25.70	+3.71%
Oct 17, 2024	$28.44	$27.04	-4.92%

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Insteel Industries (IIIN) is schdueled to report earning on Oct 16, 2025, Before Open (Confirmed).

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IIIN EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q4) is 0.79.

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