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Richelieu Hardware (TSE:RCH)
TSX:RCH
Earnings Data
Report Date
Apr 09, 2026TBA (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
―Last Year’s EPS
0.25Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 0 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Q4 2025
Earnings Call Date:Jan 15, 2026|
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call highlighted solid top-line and EBITDA growth, strong U.S. performance, substantial cash flow generation and disciplined balance sheet management, supported by active M&A that added about $100 million of sales and expanded distribution. Key positives include a 7.3% Q4 sales increase, 9.1% EBITDA growth in the quarter, materially stronger operating cash flow (Q4 $68.7M; FY $202.4M), inventory reductions and a clear M&A pipeline. Headwinds include a notable Q4 pullback in retail channel sales (timing-related), modest full-year EPS growth, acquisition-related integration and margin risks, and tariff uncertainty that could hurt certain customers. On balance, the favorable operational and financial momentum and strong balance sheet outweigh the challenges.Company Guidance
Quarterly Revenue Growth
Fourth quarter sales increased 7.3% to $511.0 million compared with Q4 2024.
Full-Year Revenue and Manufacturer Sales Strength
Total sales for fiscal 2025 reached $1.96 billion, up 7.2% year-over-year. Sales to manufacturers for the year were $1.7 billion, up 8.0% (4.4% internal growth, 3.6% from acquisitions).
EBITDA and Margin Improvement
Fourth quarter EBITDA rose 9.1% to $59.2 million. EBITDA margin improved to 11.6% from 11.4% in the same quarter last year. Full-year EBITDA increased 6.2%.
Cash Flow and Working Capital Progress
Fourth quarter cash flow from operations reached $68.7 million (including a $30.1M reduction in inventories); adjusted cash flow from operations was $48.3 million. Full-year operating cash flow was $202.4 million versus $133.6 million prior year. Working capital finished at $622 million and the company closed the year with positive cash and almost no debt.
Earnings Per Share and Net Earnings
Fourth quarter diluted EPS was $0.46, up 4.5% from $0.44. Full-year net earnings were $86.0 million and diluted EPS was $1.55, up 1.3% year-over-year.
Strong U.S. Performance
U.S. sales: Q4 USD 164 million, up 12.3% (manufacturers USD 157M up 12.9, including 8.8% internal growth). Full-year U.S. sales USD 638 million, up 10.9% (5.0% internal growth, 5.9% acquisitions). U.S. sales represented 45% of total sales (CAD 892 million, up 13.9%).
Acquisition Activity and Strategic Expansion
Completed 9 acquisitions during the fiscal year (including Ideal Security, Finmac Lumber and Klassen Bronze) and about $100 million of incremental annualized sales from recent M&A. Subsequent acquisition increased historical total to 100 acquisitions and added Pacific Northwest distribution centers. Management targets ~ $100 million of acquisitions per year with a healthy pipeline.
Shareholder Returns and Capital Allocation
Returned $50 million to shareholders during the year: $34 million in dividends (37.5% payout ratio) and $16 million in share repurchases. Investing activities included $47.1 million for 9 acquisitions and $15.2 million in primarily maintenance CapEx.
Inventory Optimization and Lower CapEx
Achieved material inventory reduction (approximately $30.1 million reduction in Q4, $33 million over the year) and reduced CapEx to $15.2 million, described as returning CapEx to a maintenance level.
TSE:RCH Earnings History
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TSE:RCH Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan 15, 2026 | C$41.96 | C$41.37 | -1.41% |
Oct 09, 2025 | C$32.67 | C$34.14 | +4.50% |
Jul 10, 2025 | C$36.39 | C$36.92 | +1.46% |
Apr 10, 2025 | C$35.69 | C$33.20 | -6.98% |
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FAQ
When does Richelieu Hardware (TSE:RCH) report earnings?
Richelieu Hardware (TSE:RCH) is schdueled to report earning on Apr 09, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
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