The earnings call reflected a positive sentiment, with the company exceeding financial expectations and raising its outlook for the year. Strong shareholder returns and sustainability initiatives further supported the positive outlook, despite some concerns about flat residential sales and dependency on projected construction starts.
Company Guidance
During the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Q3 2024 earnings call, guidance was notably positive, with the company raising its full-year outlook for several key metrics. The third quarter saw a core growth of 4%, which translated into a 9% adjusted EBITDA growth, pushing margins to 25.6%—a 150 basis point expansion year-over-year. The company's free cash flow for the quarter was $87 million, with $50 million allocated to repurchase 1.6 million shares, and leverage reduced to 0.8x. For the full year, Zurn Elkay anticipates free cash flow around $260 million, and has raised its dividend by 12.5% to $0.09 per quarter. Additionally, the company expects a year-over-year margin expansion of 250 to 270 basis points, reflecting strong operational performance and confidence in market resilience.
Strong Financial Performance
Exceeded Q3 guidance with 4% core growth leading to 9% adjusted EBITDA growth; margins expanded to 25.6%, a 150 basis points increase year-over-year.
Increased Full Year Outlook
Raised full-year outlook for margin expansion to 250-270 basis points and free cash flow expectation to approximately $260 million.
Shareholder Returns
Repurchased 1.6 million shares for $50 million and raised the dividend by 12.5% to $0.09 per quarter.
Sustainability Initiatives
Highlighted progress in sustainability, including collaborations in Michigan for clean drinking water in schools.
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Zurn Water Solutions (ZWS) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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ZWS Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Oct 29, 2024
$35.84
$35.82
-0.06%
Jul 30, 2024
$32.08
$32.30
+0.69%
Apr 23, 2024
$32.51
$31.88
-1.94%
Feb 06, 2024
$31.56
$32.87
+4.15%
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FAQ
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Zurn Water Solutions (ZWS) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 11, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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