The earnings call reflected a mixed performance for Watsco. While the company achieved record gross profit margins and maintained a strong financial position, challenges such as declining sales, increased SG&A costs, and inventory management issues were evident. Despite these challenges, investments in technology and expansion through acquisitions provide a positive outlook.
Company Guidance -
Q3 2025
During the Watsco Second Quarter of 2025 Earnings Conference Call, CEO Albert Nahmad provided detailed guidance on various operational metrics despite challenging market conditions. The company reported a 4% decline in sales due to lower volumes, although they achieved record gross profit margins and increased EBIT margins. Sales from residential new construction and international markets were subdued, with residential new construction down 15-20%. Watsco's balance sheet remains strong, with no debt and a solid cash position. Their e-commerce business is now a $2.5 billion segment, accounting for 34% of sales, with mobile app users growing by 17% to 70,000. The company's digital platform, OnCall Air, contributed $1.6 billion in sales, growing 19%. Watsco is targeting a 30% gross profit margin and aims to grow its parts and supply segment, currently 30% of sales, into a larger component of the business. They are also developing a technology-driven sales platform to capture national customers, expected to launch in 2026. Watsco has accelerated the adoption of their pricing platform, Pricefx, and launched two AI platforms to optimize operations and customer experience.
Record Gross Profit Margins
Watsco achieved record gross profit margins despite a 4% decline in sales, driven by OEM pricing actions and their pricing technology platform, Pricefx.
Strong Cash Position
The company maintains a robust balance sheet with a strong cash position and no debt.
Technology and Innovation Investment
Watsco's e-commerce has grown to a $2.5 billion business, accounting for 34% of sales. Mobile app users grew by 17%, and the annual volume on their digital selling platform OnCall Air increased by 19%.
Expansion through Acquisitions
Watsco added 10 new locations from recent acquisitions, expanding their market reach.
Watsco (WSO) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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Beat
Missed
WSO Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Jul 30, 2025
$464.82
$442.64
-4.77%
Apr 23, 2025
$499.97
$443.57
-11.28%
Feb 18, 2025
$477.82
$524.31
+9.73%
Oct 23, 2024
$476.26
$458.23
-3.79%
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