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 Ferguson plc(FERG) - 2023 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
 2023-09-26 15:53
 Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for the year was $29.7 billion, representing a 4.1% increase compared to the previous year, building on a 25% growth in fiscal year 2022 [15] - Adjusted operating profit was $2.9 billion, down 1% year-over-year, with adjusted diluted earnings per share increasing by 1% [15][26] - Gross margin for the year was 30.4%, a decrease of 30 basis points from the previous year [25]   Performance by Business Lines - Residential revenues, which accounted for over half of U.S. revenue, declined by 4% during the quarter [17] - The commercial mechanical customer group saw a 1% decline, while industrial, fire, fabrication, and facility supply businesses delivered a combined 6% growth [18] - HVAC segment grew by 4%, with a two-year stack of 22%, driven by the execution of the HVAC growth strategy [34]   Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. organic revenue growth for non-residential markets was 7%, outperforming a modestly growing market [36] - Canadian segment net sales declined by 5.1%, with organic revenue down 2.7% against a strong prior year comparable [42] - The overall residential market is expected to decline in the mid to high-single-digit range, while non-residential markets are anticipated to be down in the low-single-digit range [56]   Company Strategy and Industry Competition - The company is focused on investing in organic growth, consolidating fragmented markets through acquisitions, and maintaining a strong balance sheet [66] - The strategy includes expanding HVAC capabilities and enhancing Waterworks business to capture a larger market share [89] - The company aims to leverage its scale and multi-customer group proposition to capture growth from significant megaprojects over the medium term [51][65]   Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management anticipates a broadly flat revenue environment for fiscal year 2024, with expectations of mid-single-digit declines in end markets [46][56] - The company is seeing structural tailwinds from megaproject construction spend over the next five years, supported by on-shoring activity and aging infrastructure [65] - Management expressed confidence in the business's ability to adapt to changing market conditions, highlighting a balanced business mix and flexible cost base [52]   Other Important Information - The company returned $1.6 billion to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks during the year [33] - The adjusted operating margin for the year is expected to be between 9.2% to 9.8%, reflecting modest normalization driven by strong first-half comparables [63]   Q&A Session Summary  Question: What does organic growth look like quarter-to-date? - Management indicated that organic decline is similar to Q4, with expectations for continued pressure in the first half of the fiscal year [55]   Question: Can you elaborate on the margin guidance? - The guidance implies a 30 basis point decline in operating margin, driven by strong first-half comparables and expected organic decline [57]   Question: How is the pricing environment expected to evolve? - Management expects a broadly neutral pricing environment for the fiscal year, with some pressure on prices due to commodity dynamics [61][85]   Question: What is the focus for capital deployment? - The company remains committed to investing for organic growth, sustaining dividends, and pursuing bolt-on M&A opportunities [125]   Question: How does the company view the non-residential market outlook? - Management noted softness in traditional non-residential areas but highlighted increased bidding activity for megaprojects [93][104]
 Ferguson plc(FERG) - 2023 Q4 - Annual Report
 2023-09-25 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended July 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-40066 Ferguson plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Jersey, Channel Islands 98-1499339 (State or other jurisdiction of incorpora ...
 Ferguson plc(FERG) - 2023 Q3 - Quarterly Report
 2023-06-06 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-40066 Ferguson plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Jersey, Channel Islands 98-1499339 (State or other jurisdiction of  ...
 Ferguson plc(FERG) - 2023 Q2 - Quarterly Report
 2023-03-07 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Jersey, Channel Islands 98-1499339 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended January 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-4006 ...
 Ferguson plc(FERG) - 2023 Q1 - Quarterly Report
 2022-12-07 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended October 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-40066 Ferguson plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) 98-1499339 incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identi ...
 Ferguson plc(FERG) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report
 2022-09-26 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended July 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-40066 Jersey,ChannelIslands (State or other jurisdiction of Ferguson plc (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) incorporation or organ ...
 Ferguson plc(FERG) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report
 2022-09-26 16:00
 Financial Performance - Fourth quarter net sales reached $7,971 million, a 21.4% increase year-over-year, with organic growth contributing 19.5% and acquisitions adding 2.1%[8] - Full year net sales totaled $28,566 million, reflecting a 25.3% growth, driven by 23.5% organic growth and 1.8% from acquisitions[13] - Operating profit for the fourth quarter was $814 million, up 23.1% from the previous year, while adjusted operating profit increased by 21.5% to $849 million[10] - The full year operating profit was reported at $2,820 million, a 44.6% increase, with adjusted operating profit rising 41.1% to $2,951 million[14] - Organic revenue growth for Q4 2022 was reported at 21.4%, while the organic revenue growth for the full year was 19.5%[44] - Net sales for the twelve months ended July 31, 2022, reached $28,566 million, up 25% from $22,792 million in the previous year[57] - Gross profit for the twelve months ended July 31, 2022, was $8,756 million, representing a 25% increase from $6,980 million year-over-year[57] - Operating profit for the three months ended July 31, 2022, was $814 million, a 23% increase from $661 million in the same period last year[57]   Acquisitions and Investments - The company completed seven acquisitions in the fourth quarter, contributing annualized revenues of approximately $470 million[3] - The company incurred $650 million in cash outflows for business acquisitions during the twelve months ended July 31, 2022[65]   Shareholder Returns - A total of $1.5 billion was executed in share repurchases as part of a $2.0 billion program, which has been extended by an additional $0.5 billion[5][23] - The final dividend was increased by 15% to $1.91 per share, bringing the total annual dividend to $2.75 per share, also a 15% increase[4][24] - The company declared a final dividend of $1.91 per share, with the payment date set for December 8, 2022[32]   Debt and Financial Health - The balance sheet remains strong with a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 1.0x, at the lower end of the target range of 1-2x[6] - The company’s net debt as of July 31, 2022, was $3,194 million, significantly higher than $1,192 million in July 31, 2021[50] - The net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio stood at 1.0x for July 31, 2022, compared to 0.5x for the previous year, indicating increased leverage[50] - Ferguson plc's long-term debt increased to $3,679 million as of July 31, 2022, from $2,512 million in the previous year[50] - The company aims to maintain its net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio within one to two times, reflecting its commitment to investment-grade credit metrics[48]   Economic Factors and Guidance - Inflation for the fourth quarter was approximately 20%, impacting gross margins which were reported at 30.5%, down 90 basis points from the previous year[8][9] - FY2023 guidance includes net sales growth in low single digits and an adjusted operating margin forecast of 9.3% to 9.9%[6] - Forward-looking statements indicate potential risks including supply chain challenges and economic uncertainties that could impact future performance[35]   Income and Earnings - Ferguson plc reported a net income of $580 million for the three months ended July 31, 2022, compared to $674 million for the same period in 2021[45] - Net income for the three months ended July 31, 2022, was $580 million, a decrease of 14% from $674 million in the same period last year[52] - Adjusted net income increased to $608 million for the three months ended July 31, 2022, compared to $529 million in the prior year, reflecting a 15% growth[52] - The company reported a basic earnings per share of $2.86 for the three months ended July 31, 2022, compared to $2.38 in the prior year, marking a 20% increase[57]   Assets and Cash Flow - Total assets as of July 31, 2022, were $15,661 million, up from $13,709 million in the previous year, indicating a growth of 14%[60] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $771 million as of July 31, 2022, from $1,335 million in the prior year[60] - Net cash provided by operating activities of continuing operations was $1,149 million for the twelve months ended July 31, 2022, down from $1,337 million in the previous year[65] - The adjusted EBITDA for the twelve months ended July 31, 2022, was $3,153 million, compared to $2,259 million in the prior year[45]
 Ferguson plc(FERG) - 2022 Q3 - Quarterly Report
 2022-06-13 16:00
Exhibit 99.1 June 14, 2022 Ferguson plc reports third quarter results CONTINUED STRONG SALES AND OPERATING PERFORMANCE | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |-------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------|-----------------------------|-------------------------------------------|------------------------|-------------------|------------| | US$ (In millions, except per share amounts) | Three \n2022 \n(1) Reported | months \n \n(2) Adjusted | ended April \n2021 \n  ...
 Ferguson plc(FERG) - 2021 Q4 - Annual Report
 2021-09-27 16:00
Exhibit 99.1 Results for the year ended July 31, 2021 September 28, 2021 STRONG PROFIT GROWTH DEMONSTRATES THE AGILITY OF OUR BUSINESS MODEL | --- | --- | --- | --- | |-------------------------------------------|--------|--------|--------| | US$ millions | 2021 | 2020 1 | Change | | Statutory financial results | | | | | Revenue | 22,792 | 19,940 | +14.3% | | Profit before tax | 1,891 | 1,292 | +46.4% | | Total basic earnings per share | 674.7c | 427.5c | +57.8% | | Total ordinary dividend per share | 239.4c ...
 Ferguson plc(FERG) - 2021 Q4 - Annual Report
 2021-09-27 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 20-F ☐ REGISTRATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended July 31, 2021 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR ☐ SHELL COMPANY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of even ...