Company Performance - Masco Corporation (MAS) reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 87 cents, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 92 cents by 5.4%, and down from 93 cents in the prior-year quarter [4] - Net sales were $1.8 billion, falling short of the consensus mark of $1.84 billion by 1.9% and declining 6% year over year; excluding divestitures, net sales decreased 3% in local currency [4] - The adjusted operating margin contracted 60 basis points year over year to 18.5%, with adjusted EBITDA at $245 million compared to $255 million in the prior-year quarter [7] Segment Analysis - Plumbing Products segment net sales declined 1% year over year to $1.18 billion, with North American sales up 2% and international sales flat in local currency [6] - Decorative Architectural Products segment reported sales of $617 million, down 16% from the prior-year period; total paint sales decreased in mid-single digits, while PRO paint sales increased in the mid-single digits [8] Financial Position - As of March 31, 2025, Masco had total liquidity of $1.246 billion, down from $1.31 billion a year earlier, with cash and cash investments of $377 million and long-term debt of $2.95 billion [13] - The company repurchased 1.8 million shares for about $130 million and returned $66 million to shareholders in dividends during the reported period [13] Market Environment - The disappointing performance is attributed to a challenging macroeconomic and geopolitical environment, including new tariffs; Masco is implementing pricing adjustments and cost-saving initiatives to address rising cost pressures [2] - Management has refrained from providing full-year 2025 financial guidance due to ongoing uncertainty regarding external developments affecting industry demand and pricing dynamics [3]

Core Insights - Masco (MAS) reported $1.8 billion in revenue for Q1 2025, a year-over-year decline of 6.5% and below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.84 billion, resulting in a surprise of -1.91% [1] - The company's EPS for the quarter was $0.87, down from $0.93 a year ago, with an EPS surprise of -5.43% compared to the consensus estimate of $0.92 [1] Financial Performance Metrics - Decorative Architectural Products net sales were $617 million, below the estimated $665.29 million, reflecting a -15.9% change year-over-year [4] - Plumbing Products net sales were $1.19 billion, slightly above the estimated $1.18 billion, with a year-over-year decline of -0.6% [4] - Adjusted operating profit for Plumbing Products was $219 million, close to the estimated $220.91 million, while for Decorative Architectural Products it was $96 million, below the estimated $117.35 million [4] - Reported operating profit for Plumbing Products was $217 million, compared to the estimated $229.70 million, and for Decorative Architectural Products it was $96 million, below the estimated $123.89 million [4] Stock Performance - Masco's shares have returned -12.7% over the past month, underperforming the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -6.6% change [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 4 (Sell), indicating potential underperformance relative to the broader market in the near term [3]

Core Viewpoint - Masco (MAS) reported quarterly earnings of $0.87 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.92 per share, and down from $0.93 per share a year ago [1][2] Financial Performance - The earnings surprise for the quarter was -5.43%, with the company previously expected to post earnings of $0.88 per share but actually producing $0.89, resulting in a surprise of 1.14% [2] - Masco's revenues for the quarter were $1.8 billion, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.91%, and down from $1.93 billion year-over-year [3] - Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times and topped consensus revenue estimates just once [2][3] Stock Performance - Masco shares have declined approximately 15.4% since the beginning of the year, compared to a decline of 10.1% for the S&P 500 [4] - The current Zacks Rank for Masco is 4 (Sell), indicating expectations of underperformance in the near future [7] Future Outlook - The current consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter is $1.22 on revenues of $2.03 billion, and for the current fiscal year, it is $4.25 on revenues of $7.7 billion [8] - The estimate revisions trend for Masco is currently unfavorable, which could change following the recent earnings report [7] Industry Context - The Building Products - Miscellaneous industry, to which Masco belongs, is currently ranked in the bottom 38% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating potential challenges ahead [9]

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 March 31, 2025 or ☐ 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: 1-5794 Masco Corporation (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Delaware 38-1794485 (I.R.S. Employer I ...

Exhibit 99 2025 First Quarter Results "During the first quarter, we delivered solid adjusted operating profit margin of 16.0 percent and adjusted earnings per share of $0.87, and we returned $196 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases," said Masco President and CEO, Keith Allman. "We also experienced significant changes in the geopolitical and macroeconomic environment, including the enactment of new and broad-reaching tariffs. Our experienced teams are actively taking steps in an e ...

Core Viewpoint - Masco Corporation is expected to report a decline in both adjusted earnings per share and net sales for the first quarter of 2025, primarily due to lower demand in key product segments and ongoing inflationary pressures [1][2][6]. Financial Performance - The adjusted earnings per share (EPS) estimate remains unchanged at 92 cents, reflecting a 1.1% decline from the previous year's EPS of 93 cents [2]. - The consensus estimate for net sales is projected at $1.84 billion, indicating a 4.7% decrease from $1.93 billion in the same quarter last year [2]. Segment Performance - The Plumbing Products segment, which constituted 65% of total net sales in Q4 2024, is expected to see a 1.9% year-over-year decline in net sales to $1.17 billion [4]. - The Decorative Architectural Products segment, accounting for 35% of total net sales in Q4 2024, is anticipated to experience an 8% decline year-over-year to $675.3 million [4]. Geographic Performance - Net sales in North America, which represented 79.2% of total net sales in Q4 2024, are expected to decline by 3.8% year-over-year to $1.47 billion [5]. - International net sales, making up 20.8% of total net sales in Q4 2024, are projected to decrease by 5.7% year-over-year to $377.2 million [5]. Cost and Economic Factors - The company's bottom line is likely to be adversely affected by high costs, unfavorable sales mix, increased marketing and employee-related expenses, and persistent inflationary pressures [6]. - Despite implementing strategic cost-saving initiatives, commodity cost inflation continues to pose challenges [6]. Earnings Prediction - The current model does not predict an earnings beat for Masco, as it has an Earnings ESP of -0.82% and a Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) [7].

Core Viewpoint - The market anticipates a year-over-year decline in Masco's earnings due to lower revenues, with a focus on how actual results will compare to estimates [1][3]. Earnings Expectations - Masco is expected to report quarterly earnings of $0.92 per share, reflecting a -1.1% change year-over-year, and revenues are projected at $1.84 billion, down 4.7% from the previous year [3]. - The consensus EPS estimate has been revised 1.36% lower in the last 30 days, indicating a bearish sentiment among analysts [4]. Earnings Surprise Prediction - The Zacks Earnings ESP model suggests that the Most Accurate Estimate for Masco is lower than the consensus estimate, resulting in an Earnings ESP of -0.82% [10][11]. - A negative Earnings ESP reading, combined with a Zacks Rank of 4, complicates the prediction of an earnings beat for Masco [11]. Historical Performance - In the last reported quarter, Masco was expected to post earnings of $0.88 per share but delivered $0.89, resulting in a surprise of +1.14% [12]. - Over the past four quarters, Masco has beaten consensus EPS estimates three times [13]. Conclusion - Masco does not appear to be a strong candidate for an earnings beat, and investors should consider other factors when making decisions regarding the stock ahead of the earnings release [16].

Company Overview - Masco (MAS) shares increased by 8.6% to close at $63.77, following President Trump's announcement to suspend U.S. tariffs for 90 days, which renewed investor optimism [1] - The stock had previously experienced a 17.7% loss over the past four weeks [1] Earnings Expectations - Masco is expected to report quarterly earnings of $0.93 per share, unchanged from the same quarter last year [2] - Revenue is projected to be $1.84 billion, reflecting a 4.5% decrease from the year-ago quarter [2] Earnings Estimate Revisions - The consensus EPS estimate for Masco has been revised marginally higher over the last 30 days, indicating a positive trend that typically correlates with price appreciation [4] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [4] Industry Context - Masco is part of the Zacks Building Products - Miscellaneous industry, which includes Gibraltar Industries (ROCK) [4] - Gibraltar Industries closed the last trading session up 9.8% at $56.40, but has returned -22% over the past month [4][5] - Gibraltar's consensus EPS estimate remains unchanged at $0.86, representing a 7.5% increase from the previous year [5]

Core Insights - Behr Paint Company has announced Cedar as the 2025 Exterior Stain Colour of the Year, reflecting a trend where 76% of Canadian homeowners plan to undertake exterior renovations in 2025 [1] - A significant 66% of homeowners prefer updating their home's exterior rather than selling it this year, indicating a shift towards home improvement [1] Company Overview - Behr Paint Company, founded in 1947, is a leading manufacturer of paints, primers, and stains in North America, dedicated to meeting the needs of DIYers and professionals [5] - The company offers a variety of products, including BEHR PREMIUM® Solid Colour Waterproofing Exterior Stain and BEHR® DECKPLUS®, exclusively available at The Home Depot Canada [4] Market Trends - The launch of Cedar coincides with a growing consumer preference for natural, earthy tones in home design, as 78% of homeowners are open to painting their home's exterior a different color [2] - Nearly half (48%) of homeowners feel overwhelmed by the factors involved in choosing exterior paint, prompting Behr to curate a collection of 45 trending colors to simplify the selection process [2] Product Offerings - The Curb Appeal Collection features four sub-palettes designed to cater to different design styles: Classic Haven, Modern Escape, Casual Oasis, and Artisan Retreat, each offering a unique aesthetic for homeowners [5] - Cedar's warm and earthy light golden-brown tone is designed to complement various architectural styles, enhancing the natural beauty of wood surfaces [3]

Core Insights - Behr Paint Company has announced Cedar as its 2025 Exterior Stain Color of the Year, reflecting a trend towards natural, earthy tones among homeowners [1][2][4] - A significant 82% of homeowners are opting to enhance their current homes rather than purchasing new ones, indicating a strong market for home improvement products [1][4] Company Initiatives - The company is launching its second annual Curb Appeal Collection, featuring 45 exterior paint shades that cater to various design preferences, from earthy tones to vibrant colors [2][3][4] - Behr aims to simplify the color selection process for homeowners, addressing the concern that 51% find too many factors complicate their exterior paint choices [4] Product Details - Cedar is described as a warm, light golden-brown that enhances the natural beauty of wood and complements various architectural styles [5] - The Curb Appeal Collection includes four sub-palettes: Classic Haven, Modern Escape, Casual Oasis, and Artisan Retreat, each designed to evoke different atmospheres and aesthetics [6] Market Research - A study commissioned by Behr revealed that 71% of U.S. homeowners plan to update their home exteriors with stain, and 81% with paint in 2025 [1][9] - The survey included 1,000 American homeowners, balanced across demographics, with a margin of error of +/- 3 percentage points [9]