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Armstrong World Industries(AWI) - 2020 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2020-07-28 11:00
[PART I - FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=4&type=section&id=PART%20I%20-%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) [Item 1. Financial Statements](index=4&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents Armstrong World Industries, Inc.'s unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements and notes for Q2 and YTD 2020 and 2019 [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income](index=4&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations%20and%20Comprehensive%20Income) Net sales and operating income decreased significantly in Q2 and YTD 2020, with a substantial net loss for the six-month period due to a pension settlement Q2 & YTD 2020 Financial Performance (in millions, except per share data) | Metric | Q2 2020 | Q2 2019 | YTD 2020 | YTD 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net Sales** | $203.2 | $272.0 | $451.9 | $514.1 | | **Gross Profit** | $67.8 | $103.4 | $159.1 | $194.8 | | **Operating Income** | $62.4 | $87.2 | $138.4 | $141.9 | | **Earnings (Loss) from Continuing Operations** | $49.5 | $63.7 | $(173.1) | $100.1 | | **Net Earnings (Loss)** | $50.3 | $54.5 | $(175.9) | $93.6 | | **Diluted EPS from Continuing Operations** | $1.03 | $1.28 | $(3.61) | $2.01 | [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) Total assets increased to **$1,544.3 million** as of June 30, 2020, driven by cash and receivables, with total liabilities and shareholders' equity also growing Balance Sheet Summary (in millions) | Account | June 30, 2020 | Dec 31, 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Current Assets** | $320.0 | $244.4 | | **Total Assets** | $1,544.3 | $1,493.3 | | **Total Current Liabilities** | $156.9 | $155.2 | | **Total Liabilities** | $1,141.4 | $1,128.4 | | **Total Shareholders' Equity** | $402.9 | $364.9 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Net cash from operating activities increased to **$78.7 million** for YTD 2020, driven by favorable working capital and lower tax payments, with investing activities providing cash Six Months Ended June 30 Cash Flow Summary (in millions) | Cash Flow Category | 2020 | 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net cash provided by operating activities** | $78.7 | $47.0 | | **Net cash provided by (used for) investing activities** | $10.3 | $(31.6) | | **Net cash (used for) financing activities** | $(16.7) | $(102.6) | | **Net increase (decrease) in cash** | $71.8 | $(85.4) | | **Cash and cash equivalents at end of period** | $117.1 | $250.3 | [Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=8&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The notes provide detailed information on accounting policies, acquisitions, segment results, debt structure, a significant pension settlement, and litigation matters - In February 2020, the company settled **$1,045.3 million** of retiree defined benefit pension obligations, resulting in a settlement loss of **$374.4 million** recorded in the first quarter[99](index=99&type=chunk)[101](index=101&type=chunk) - During Q2 2020, the company sold its idled mineral fiber plant in China, recording a gain of **$14.1 million**[45](index=45&type=chunk) - Subsequent to the quarter end, on July 27, 2020, the company acquired TURF Design Inc. for **$70.0 million** in cash, plus up to **$48.0 million** in contingent consideration[41](index=41&type=chunk) Segment Net Sales (in millions) | Segment | Q2 2020 | Q2 2019 | YTD 2020 | YTD 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Mineral Fiber** | $157.9 | $214.1 | $355.6 | $410.8 | | **Architectural Specialties** | $45.3 | $57.9 | $96.3 | $103.3 | | **Total Net Sales** | $203.2 | $272.0 | $451.9 | $514.1 | Segment Operating Income (in millions) | Segment | Q2 2020 | Q2 2019 | YTD 2020 | YTD 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Mineral Fiber** | $45.6 | $79.4 | $115.6 | $127.0 | | **Architectural Specialties** | $4.3 | $9.5 | $11.8 | $18.7 | | **Unallocated Corporate** | $12.5 | $(1.7) | $11.0 | $(3.8) | | **Total Operating Income** | $62.4 | $87.2 | $138.4 | $141.9 | [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=30&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses the significant negative impact of COVID-19 on customer demand and sales in Q2 2020, covering consolidated and segment results, company responses, and liquidity [Overview and COVID-19 Impact](index=30&type=section&id=Overview%20and%20COVID-19%20Impact) The company experienced a significant decrease in customer demand in Q2 2020 due to COVID-19, leading to reduced capital expenditures, deferred tax payments, and a suspended share repurchase program - The company experienced a significant decrease in customer demand in Q2 2020 due to COVID-19, with lower net sales expected for the remainder of 2020 compared to 2019[152](index=152&type=chunk) - In response to COVID-19, the company has reduced capital expenditures, discretionary spending (compensation, travel, marketing), and deferred U.S. federal income tax payments[152](index=152&type=chunk) - To bolster liquidity, the company borrowed an additional **$100.0 million** from its revolving credit facility and **$30.0 million** from its accounts receivable securitization facility in March 2020, and temporarily suspended its share repurchase program[154](index=154&type=chunk) [Results of Continuing Operations](index=33&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Continuing%20Operations) Consolidated net sales for Q2 2020 fell **25.3%** to **$203.2 million**, with operating income decreasing **28.4%**, primarily due to lower volumes and reduced legal fees Consolidated Results Summary (in millions) | Period | Net Sales | % Change | Operating Income | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Q2 2020** | $203.2 | (25.3)% | $62.4 | (28.4)% | | **YTD 2020** | $451.9 | (12.1)% | $138.4 | (2.5)% | - The decrease in SG&A for the first six months of 2020 was largely due to a **$20 million** decrease in legal and professional fees, driven by expenses incurred in Q1 2019 under a settlement with Rockfon[179](index=179&type=chunk) - Other non-operating expense for the first six months of 2020 was **$365.0 million**, primarily due to the **$374.4 million** settlement loss associated with the U.S. Retirement Income Plan (RIP)[184](index=184&type=chunk) [Reportable Segment Results](index=34&type=section&id=Reportable%20Segment%20Results) Both Mineral Fiber and Architectural Specialties segments saw significant Q2 2020 declines in net sales and operating income due to lower volumes and demand, while Unallocated Corporate income increased from a plant sale - **Mineral Fiber:** Q2 2020 net sales decreased **26.2%** due to lower volumes (**$55M**) and unfavorable AUV (**$1M**). Operating income fell **42.6%** due to lower volumes, reduced WAVE equity earnings, and unfavorable AUV[188](index=188&type=chunk)[189](index=189&type=chunk) - **Architectural Specialties:** Q2 2020 net sales decreased **21.8%** (**$13M**) due to reduced demand across most product categories as a result of COVID-19. Operating income fell **54.7%** due to lower sales volumes and increased amortization expense from 2019 acquisitions[192](index=192&type=chunk)[193](index=193&type=chunk) - **Unallocated Corporate:** Operating income increased in Q2 and YTD 2020 primarily due to a **$14 million** gain on the sale of the company's idled mineral fiber plant in China[194](index=194&type=chunk) [Financial Condition and Liquidity](index=35&type=section&id=Financial%20Condition%20and%20Liquidity) As of June 30, 2020, the company held **$117.1 million** in cash and **$370.0 million** available credit, with operating cash flow increasing to **$78.7 million** for YTD 2020, and was compliant with all debt covenants - As of June 30, 2020, the company had **$117.1 million** of cash and cash equivalents and **$370.0 million** available under its revolving credit facility[207](index=207&type=chunk) - The company is subject to two main financial covenants: an interest coverage ratio (>= 3.0 to 1.0) and a leverage ratio (<= 3.75 to 1.0). As of June 30, 2020, the company was in compliance with all covenants[200](index=200&type=chunk) - In March 2020, the company amended its Accounts Receivable Securitization Facility, decreasing it to **$30.0 million** and extending the maturity. As of June 30, 2020, the facility was fully drawn[204](index=204&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=38&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) This section refers to the company's 2019 Annual Report on Form 10-K for detailed information on its exposure to market risks, including interest rate, foreign currency, and commodity price risks - The company directs investors to its 2019 Annual Report on Form 10-K for a full discussion of its exposure to market risks[210](index=210&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=38&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2020, with no material changes to internal control over financial reporting during the quarter - The principal executive officer and chief financial officer concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2020[211](index=211&type=chunk) - No material changes were made to the company's internal control over financial reporting during the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2020[211](index=211&type=chunk) [PART II - OTHER INFORMATION](index=39&type=section&id=PART%20II%20-%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) [Legal Proceedings](index=39&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) This section incorporates by reference Note 21, detailing the company's involvement in environmental matters at three domestic sites and other ordinary course litigation - The company refers to Note 21 for details on legal proceedings, which primarily concern environmental investigation and remediation at several sites[213](index=213&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=39&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) The company highlights public health pandemics, specifically COVID-19, as a material risk due to uncertainty regarding its duration, government actions, and impact on construction and customer demand - The company identifies public health epidemics like COVID-19 as a significant risk factor, citing uncertainty regarding its duration, government responses, and impact on construction activity and customer demand[214](index=214&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=39&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) The company repurchased **0.4 million** shares for **$34.4 million** during YTD 2020, temporarily suspending the program in March, but later approving an additional **$500 million** authorization, totaling **$1.2 billion** - The share repurchase program was temporarily suspended in March 2020[216](index=216&type=chunk) - On July 28, 2020, the Board of Directors approved an additional **$500.0 million** for the share repurchase program, increasing the total authorization to **$1.2 billion** and extending it through December 31, 2023[216](index=216&type=chunk) Share Repurchase Summary | Period | YTD Repurchases (shares) | YTD Cost (millions) | Since Inception Repurchases (shares) | Since Inception Cost (millions) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Six Months Ended June 30, 2020** | 0.4 million | $34.4 | 9.6 million | $596.2 | [Exhibits](index=41&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists the exhibits filed as part of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, including CEO and CFO certifications and XBRL data files
Armstrong World Industries(AWI) - 2020 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-04-27 20:01
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (NYSE:AWI) Q1 2020 Earnings Conference Call April 27, 2020 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Tom Waters - Vice President, Corporate Finance Vic Grizzle - Chief Executive Officer Brian MacNeal - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Keith Hughes - SunTrust John Lovallo - Bank of America Ken Zener - KeyBanc Kathryn Thompson - Thompson Research Group Susan Maklari - Goldman Sachs Michael Wood - Nomura Instinet Stephen Kim - Evercore ISI Philip Ng - Jeffries Garik ...
Armstrong World Industries(AWI) - 2020 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2020-04-27 11:01
UNITEDSTATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share AWI New York Stock Exchange FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission ...
Armstrong World Industries(AWI) - 2019 Q4 - Annual Report
2020-02-25 12:56
Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share AWI New York Stock Exchange Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EX ...
Armstrong World Industries(AWI) - 2019 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-02-24 20:14
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4 2019, sales grew by 3% to $247 million, adjusted EBITDA increased by 14%, and adjusted EPS rose by 40% to $1.11, driven by increased earnings and a lower tax rate [6][17][12] - For the full year, total company sales were up 6% to over $1 billion, adjusted EBITDA increased by 14% to $403 million, and margins expanded by 270 basis points [12][22] - Adjusted free cash flow declined by 19% year-over-year, but was up 13% when excluding the special WAVE dividend from 2018 [18][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Mineral Fiber segment, average unit value (AUV) increased by over 5%, while volume was down 2% due to softness in the lower end of the product range [6][8] - The Architectural Specialty segment saw sales increase by 5% in Q4, despite a supply disruption from a key vendor [9][10] - Adjusted EBITDA margins in the Mineral Fiber segment expanded by 430 basis points, while the Architectural Specialty segment's adjusted EBITDA was up 2% [9][22] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Commercial activity in the U.S. remains favorable, with positive bid activity and backlogs, while Canada and the big box channel showed continued softness [8][15] - The company expects a mixed demand environment across various verticals in 2020, with growth anticipated in office, education, and transportation markets, but a soft year expected for retail [15][12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to continue focusing on innovation and new product development, with expectations for high-single-digit sales growth and double-digit adjusted EBITDA growth in 2020 [30][32] - The company aims to close one to three acquisitions in 2020 to enhance its Architectural Specialties capabilities [11][22] - A significant pension obligation transfer agreement was made to reduce balance sheet risk, which is expected to result in a non-cash expense of $350 million to $400 million in Q1 2020 [25][26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the year ahead, citing strong backlog and custom product growth, despite a slower start due to supply chain issues [35][36] - The company anticipates a stable market environment similar to 2019, with continued focus on productivity improvements and digital initiatives [15][14] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining a strong balance sheet and generating robust free cash flow for future investments and shareholder returns [27][30] Other Important Information - The company celebrated the 20-year anniversary of its recycling program, which has recycled over 200 million square feet of ceiling panels [29] - The company repurchased $50 million of stock in the quarter, with a remaining $138 million under its share repurchase program [19][12] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of supply chain issues on Architectural Specialties - Management acknowledged a supply disruption due to a quality issue with a vendor, which temporarily affected sales but has since been resolved [10][69] Question: Outlook for manufacturing productivity - Management expressed confidence in ongoing productivity improvements driven by digital initiatives and strong leadership in manufacturing [40][41] Question: Dynamics of smaller project spending - Management noted that smaller projects are often discretionary and can be delayed based on market conditions, but improvements in education sector budgets are expected to support growth [42][43] Question: Revenue growth expectations from price versus volume - Management expects continued AUV growth in the Mineral Fiber segment, with a flat to slightly positive volume outlook for 2020 [51] Question: Capital allocation strategy - Management emphasized reinvesting in the business as the top priority, followed by acquisitions and returning cash to shareholders [54][55] Question: Impact of Coronavirus on supply chain - Management confirmed that there has been virtually no impact from the Coronavirus on the supply chain [56] Question: Demand drivers for Architectural Specialties versus Mineral Fiber - Management indicated that growth in Architectural Specialties is driven by new construction and market penetration, while Mineral Fiber growth is supported by high-end product innovations [58][60]
Armstrong World Industries(AWI) - 2019 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2019-10-28 21:12
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (NYSE:AWI) Q3 2019 Earnings Conference Call October 28, 2019 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Tom Waters - Vice President of Corporate Finance Vic Grizzle - Chief Executive Officer Brian MacNeal - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Keith Hughes - SunTrust Stephen Kim - Evercore ISI John Lovallo - Bank of America. Michael Wood - Nomura Instinet Kathryn Thompson - Thompson Research Ken Zener - KeyBanc Phil Ng - Jefferies Garik Shmois - Longbow Research Justin ...
Armstrong World Industries(AWI) - 2019 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2019-10-28 11:02
UNITEDSTATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share AWI New York Stock Exchange FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commis ...
Armstrong World Industries(AWI) - 2019 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2019-07-29 18:48
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (NYSE:AWI) Q2 2019 Earnings Conference Call July 29, 2019 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Tom Waters - Vice President of Corporate Finance Vic Grizzle - Chief Executive Officer Brian MacNeal - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants John Lovallo - Bank of America. Kathryn Thompson - Thompson Research Ken Zener - KeyBanc Garik Shmois - Longbow Research Keith Hughes - SunTrust Stephen Kim - Evercore ISI Phil Ng - Jefferies Justin Speer - Zelman & Associates Opera ...