The earnings call for Insteel Industries highlighted strong financial performance, with increased earnings, margins, and cash flow, supported by successful pricing strategies and acquisitions. However, challenges such as raw material supply constraints, increased expenses, and uncertainties from trade policies balanced the positive aspects.

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Q4 2025

Insteel Industries' third quarter of fiscal year 2025 showcased a strong financial performance, driven by increased shipment volumes and a significant recovery in spreads between selling prices and raw material costs. Net earnings for the quarter rose to $15.2 million, or $0.78 per share, compared to $6.6 million, or $0.34 per share, from the prior year. Excluding nonrecurring restructuring charges, adjusted earnings were $0.81 per share. Average selling prices increased by 11.7% year-over-year and 8.2% sequentially, reflecting strategic pricing actions to offset rising raw material costs. Despite supply chain challenges with limited availability of wire rod, shipments grew by 10.5% year-over-year. Gross profit surged to $30.8 million, with a margin increase of 650 basis points to 17.1%. Operating cash flow was strong at $28.2 million, supported by higher earnings and improved working capital. The company ended the quarter with $53.7 million in cash, maintaining a debt-free status with no borrowings on its $100 million revolving credit facility. While facing macroeconomic uncertainties and the impacts of trade policies, Insteel remains optimistic about future demand trends and is well-positioned to navigate these challenges.

Significant Earnings Growth

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.

Pricing and Margin Expansion

Average selling prices rose 11.7% year-over-year and 8.2% sequentially, contributing to a gross margin expansion by 650 basis points to 17.1%.

Increased Shipments

Shipments for the quarter increased 10.5% year-over-year and 3.5% sequentially, driven by acquisitions and improving demand in construction markets.

Cash Flow and Financial Flexibility

Operating activities generated $28.2 million in cash, with the company ending the quarter with $53.7 million of cash on hand and no debt.

Positive Acquisition Outcomes

The acquisitions of Engineered Wire Products and O'Brien Wire Products have yielded expected benefits and are contributing positively to operations.

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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FAQ

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

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Insteel Industries, Inc. (IIIN) earnings time is at 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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