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Core Insights - AZZ Inc. reported fiscal second-quarter 2026 results that fell short of analyst expectations, leading to a more than 4% decline in share price [1] - Adjusted earnings per share were $1.55, missing the consensus estimate of $1.59, while revenue increased by 2% year-over-year to $417.3 million, but was below the expected $428.79 million [1] Business Unit Performance - Metal Coatings revenue increased by 10.8% to $190.0 million, driven by strong demand in construction, industrial, and electrical transmission markets [2] - Precoat Metals sales decreased by 4.3% to $227.3 million due to ongoing weakness in building construction, HVAC, and appliance sectors [2] Full-Year Guidance and Financial Metrics - The company maintained its full-year fiscal 2026 guidance, forecasting revenue between $1.625 billion and $1.725 billion and adjusted EPS between $5.75 and $6.25, aligning with consensus expectations of $1.664 billion in revenue and $6.04 EPS [3] - Consolidated adjusted EBITDA was reported at $88.7 million, or 21.3% of sales, compared to $91.9 million, or 22.5%, in the same period last year [3] - Operating cash flow improved by 23% to $58.4 million from $47.5 million a year earlier [3]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total sales increased by 2% to $417.3 million from $409 million in the prior year period [9] - Adjusted earnings per share rose by 13.1% to $1.55 compared to $1.57 in the prior year [14] - Operating cash flow improved by 23% [5] - Consolidated adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $88.7 million, reflecting a margin of 21.3%, down from 22.5% in the prior year [14][15] - Reported net income for the second quarter was $89.3 million, compared to $35.4 million for the prior year quarter [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Metal Coatings segment achieved a sales increase of 10.88%, driven by higher volumes and infrastructure-related spending [9] - Precoat Metals' sales declined by 4.3% due to a weaker end-market environment, particularly in building construction, HVAC, and appliance end markets [9][10] - Metal Coatings margins were at 30.8%, slightly down due to a mix of lower-margin solar and transmission distribution projects [5] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - End-market sales for utilities increased by 19%, and consumer sales were up by 7.6%, while construction sales were up by less than 1% compared to the same quarter last year [18] - The demand outlook for Precoat's end markets remains mixed, with ongoing tariffs contributing to customer hesitation on non-infrastructure-related projects [7][19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on technology upgrades, including migrating data systems to Oracle and exploring AI opportunities [8] - The company anticipates multi-year tailwinds associated with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) spending, particularly in energy and power generation capacity [17][22] - The company is pursuing strategic growth opportunities, including bolt-on acquisitions that align with its market leadership in metal coatings [24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the strength of core markets and growth potential for galvanized steel in construction and industrial projects [5] - The company reiterated guidance for total sales in the range of $1.625 billion to $1.725 billion for the fiscal year 2026 [23] - Management noted that while markets may be choppy in the second half of the fiscal year, strength in projects and structural steel demand forecasts support their outlook [23] Other Important Information - Interest expense for the second quarter was $13.7 million, a significant improvement from the prior year due to debt paydown and repricing [12] - The company generated cash flow from operations of $58.4 million and invested $19.3 million in capital expenditures [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more color on Precoat market share gains? - Management indicated that market share gains were due to a significant decline in pre-painted imports because of tariffs, allowing the company to capture approximately 3% to 4% of market share despite a 9% to 10% market decline [28][30] Question: What is the outlook for Precoat Metals segment volumes in the back half of the year? - Management expects to sustain market share gains and anticipates ramping up production at the Washington, Missouri facility, which is currently operating at about 20% capacity [32][33] Question: What factors could drive the adjusted EBITDA guidance higher? - The biggest impact on EBITDA guidance is the loss of AVAIL equity income, with management hopeful for a strong fall season in the remaining AVAIL business [43] Question: How is the M&A pipeline looking? - Management noted a healthy pipeline with nine good opportunities in various stages, expressing hope for closing deals before the end of the year [65] Question: What is the impact of zinc prices on margins? - Management indicated that while zinc prices have rebounded, they have sufficient inventory to mitigate immediate impacts on margins, with minor effects expected for the current year [96][98]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total sales increased by 2% to $417.3 million from $409 million in the prior year period [9][14] - Adjusted earnings per share rose by 13.1% to $1.55 compared to $1.57 in the prior year [14] - Operating cash flow improved by 23% [5] - Consolidated adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $88.7 million, reflecting a margin of 21.3%, down from 22.5% in the prior year [14][15] - Reported net income for the second quarter was $89.3 million, compared to $35.4 million for the prior year quarter [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Metal Coatings segment achieved a sales increase of 10.88%, driven by higher volumes and infrastructure-related spending [9] - Precoat Metals' sales declined by 4.3% due to a weaker end-market environment, particularly in building construction, HVAC, and appliance end markets [9][10] - Metal Coatings margins were at 30.8%, slightly down due to a mix of lower-margin solar and transmission distribution projects [5][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - End-market sales for utilities increased by 19%, and consumer sales rose by 7.6%, while construction sales were up by less than 1% compared to the same quarter last year [18] - The demand outlook for Precoat's end markets remains mixed, with ongoing tariffs contributing to customer hesitation on non-infrastructure-related projects [6][19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on technology upgrades, including migrating data systems to Oracle and exploring AI opportunities [8] - AZZ is pursuing strategic growth opportunities through capital allocation strategies, including organic growth and M&A [16][24] - The company anticipates multi-year tailwinds from infrastructure spending, particularly in energy and power generation capacity [22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the strength of core markets and growth potential for galvanized steel in construction and industrial projects [5] - The company reiterated guidance for total sales in the range of $1.625 billion to $1.725 billion for the fiscal year 2026 [23] - Management remains cautious about the mixed demand outlook for Precoat Metals but is optimistic about market share gains and new customer wins [6][19] Other Important Information - Interest expense for the second quarter was $13.7 million, a significant improvement from the prior year due to debt paydown and repricing [12] - The effective tax rate decreased to 21.9% from 25.6% in the prior year, attributed to increased R&D tax credits [13][14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more color on Precoat market share gains? - Management noted that share gains were due to a significant decline in pre-painted imports because of tariffs, allowing them to capture approximately 3% to 4% of market share despite a 9% to 10% market decline [27][28] Question: What are the expectations for Precoat Metals segment volumes in the back half of the year? - Management indicated that sustaining market share gains and ramping up the Washington facility would be key, with optimism about a potential rebound in construction [31][32] Question: What would take you to the higher end of the adjusted EBITDA guidance range? - The biggest impact on EBITDA guidance is the loss of AVAIL equity income, with potential upside from operational improvements and market conditions [42][43] Question: How is the M&A pipeline looking? - Management reported a healthy M&A pipeline with several opportunities in various stages, expressing hope for potential acquisitions before the end of the year [64][65] Question: What is the outlook for interest expense for the fiscal year 2026? - Management expects interest expense to improve in the second half of the year due to debt reduction and favorable market conditions [84] Question: Can you provide insights on the zinc market? - Management noted that zinc prices have rebounded, which could create pricing opportunities, but current inventory levels mitigate immediate impacts on margins [96][98]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total sales increased by 2% to $417.3 million from $409 million in the prior year period [9] - Adjusted earnings per share rose by 13.1% to $1.55 compared to $1.57 in the prior year [13] - Operating cash flow improved by 23%, reflecting disciplined execution [4] - Consolidated adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $88.7 million, with a margin of 21.3%, down from 22.5% in the prior year [13][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Metal Coatings segment achieved a sales increase of 10.88%, driven by higher volumes and infrastructure-related spending [9] - Precoat Metals' sales declined by 4.3% due to a weaker end-market environment, particularly in building construction, HVAC, and appliance end markets [9][10] - Metal Coatings margins were 30.8%, slightly down due to a mix shift towards lower-margin markets [4] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - End-market sales for utilities increased by 19%, while consumer sales rose by 7.6% [18] - Construction sales were up by less than 1% compared to the same quarter last year [18] - The demand outlook for Precoat's end markets remains mixed, with ongoing tariffs contributing to customer hesitation on non-infrastructure-related projects [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on technology upgrades, including migrating data systems to Oracle and exploring AI opportunities [8] - AZZ is pursuing strategic growth opportunities through capital allocation strategies and evaluating bolt-on acquisitions to extend market leadership in metal coatings [23] - The company anticipates multi-year tailwinds from infrastructure spending, particularly in energy and power generation capacity [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the strength of core markets and growth potential for galvanized steel in construction and industrial projects [4] - The company reiterated guidance for total sales in the range of $1.625 billion to $1.725 billion for the fiscal year 2026 [21] - Management remains optimistic about the operational performance and cash generation capabilities despite potential market choppiness [22] Other Important Information - Interest expense for the quarter was $13.7 million, significantly improved from the prior year due to debt paydown and repricing [12] - The effective tax rate decreased to 21.9% from 25.6% in the prior year, attributed to increased R&D tax credits [13] - The company plans to buy back $20 million of its shares, indicating confidence in its stock value [88] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more color on Precoat market share gains? - Management noted that share gains were due to reduced pre-painted imports because of tariffs, with a 3% to 4% market share increase offsetting a 9% to 10% market decline [26][27] Question: What are the expectations for Precoat Metals' segment volumes in the back half of the year? - Management indicated that sustaining market share gains and ramping up the Washington facility would be key, with expectations of a rebound in construction [30][31] Question: What would take you to the higher end of the adjusted EBITDA guidance range? - The biggest impact on EBITDA guidance is the loss of AVAIL equity income, with potential upside from operational improvements and market conditions [35][36] Question: Can you provide an update on the M&A pipeline? - Management confirmed a healthy M&A pipeline with nine good opportunities, focusing on bolt-on acquisitions that align with strategic goals [54] Question: What are the expectations for interest expense for the fiscal year 2026? - Management expects interest expense to improve in Q3 and Q4 due to debt paydown and favorable repricing [66] Question: What is the outlook for equity in earnings from unconsolidated subsidiaries? - Management guided for zero equity income from AVAIL for Q3 and Q4, with potential for slight positive contributions in Q4 [68]

Core Insights - AZZ Inc. reported earnings per share (EPS) of $1.55, slightly below the estimated $1.56, with total revenue of approximately $417.3 million, lower than the estimated $426.2 million [1][2] Financial Performance - Total sales increased by 2% year-over-year, reaching $417.3 million [2][6] - Metal Coatings sales rose by 10.8% to $190 million, while Precoat Metals sales declined by 4.3% to $227.3 million [2] - Net income surged by 152.3% to $89.3 million, with adjusted net income increasing by 13.8% to $46.9 million [2][6] - GAAP diluted EPS rose by 150% to $2.95 per share, and adjusted diluted EPS increased by 13.1% to $1.55 [3] - Consolidated adjusted EBITDA was $88.7 million, representing 21.3% of sales, slightly down from 22.5% the previous year [3] Segment Performance - The adjusted EBITDA margin was 30.8% for Metal Coatings and 20.2% for Precoat Metals [3] - Infrastructure Solutions reported an adjusted EBITDA of negative $2.3 million, excluding gains and other adjustments [3] Strategic Developments - AZZ completed the acquisition of a galvanizing facility in Canton, Ohio, for $30.1 million [4] - The company paid a cash dividend of $0.20 per share to common shareholders [4] - The strong performance of Metal Coatings was driven by infrastructure project spending and growth in construction, industrial, and electrical transmission and distribution markets [4] Market Valuation - AZZ has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of approximately 12.19, indicating the market's valuation of its earnings [5][6] - The price-to-sales ratio stands at about 2.00, with an enterprise value to sales ratio of around 2.38 [5] - The enterprise value to operating cash flow ratio is approximately 7.66, and the earnings yield for AZZ is 8.20% [5] - The company's debt-to-equity ratio is 0.49, suggesting a moderate level of debt relative to equity, and it maintains a current ratio of 1.51 [5]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record high sales of $422 million for Q1 2026, a 2.1% increase from $413.2 million in the same quarter last year [12][13] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $106.4 million, representing a margin of 25.2%, up from $94.1 million or 22.8% in the prior year [17][18] - Net income for Q1 was $170.9 million compared to $39.6 million in the prior year, with adjusted net income of $53.8 million or adjusted diluted EPS of $1.78, up from $44 million or $1.46 [17][19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Metal Coatings segment saw a 6% increase in sales due to higher steel volume processed, while Precoat Metals experienced a slight decline of 0.8% in sales due to inventory challenges [12][13][14] - Adjusted EBITDA margins for Metal Coatings were 32.9%, while Precoat Metals had margins of 20.7% [6][12] - The company incurred a $3.8 million restructuring charge related to the closure of a powder coating facility and divestiture of a plating facility [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Demand from infrastructure-related projects benefited the company across multiple end markets, particularly in construction and electrical sectors [20] - The aluminum transition in food and beverage packaging remains a key growth driver, with the new Greenfield plant ramping production [20] - Prepainted imports fell 38% year-over-year in May, indicating a positive impact from tariffs on domestic sourcing [38] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on disciplined execution of its strategic plan, including market share expansion and converting customers from post-paint to prepay [23] - Recent acquisitions, such as Canton Galvanizing, are aimed at scaling the galvanizing business and enhancing customer relationships [9][10] - The company plans to pursue regular and opportunistic share repurchases and has increased its quarterly cash dividend by 17.6% [19][23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's financial position and growth trajectory, despite ongoing tariff uncertainties [56] - The company anticipates continued demand growth driven by infrastructure spending and reshoring initiatives [20][21] - Future sales and EBITDA guidance remains unchanged, with adjusted diluted EPS expected to increase by 10-20% over the previous fiscal year [24][23] Other Important Information - The company generated cash flow from operations of $314.8 million, including $273.2 million from the Avail divestiture [18] - The net leverage ratio improved to 1.7 times, down from 2.8 times in the prior year [19] - The company is committed to maintaining a disciplined capital allocation strategy focused on debt reduction and strategic acquisitions [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Did Q1 benefit from normalization in volumes? - Yes, about half of the recovery was from Q4 and the other half was organic growth [27] Question: What drove improved zinc utilization for Metal Coatings? - The team has been focusing on digital tools, training, and operational excellence, nearing theoretical zinc efficiency levels [28][29] Question: How are customer inventory levels impacting Precoat? - Customers are pulling down inventory, indicating true demand, despite overall market declines [36] Question: What is the outlook for Precoat given tariff impacts? - Precoat has been affected by tariffs, but margins are up, demonstrating adaptability in cost structure [72] Question: Will share repurchases increase in future quarters? - Yes, the company is committed to share buybacks and has a $100 million facility approved for this purpose [46] Question: What is the outlook for solar projects? - There is an expectation of a pull forward in solar projects due to recent legislative changes [81]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record high sales of $422 million for Q1 2026, a 2.1% increase from $413.2 million in the same quarter last year [15] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $106.4 million, representing a margin of 25.2%, compared to $94.1 million or 22.8% in the prior year [20] - Net income for Q1 was $170.9 million, significantly up from $39.6 million in the prior year, with adjusted net income at $53.8 million or $1.78 per diluted share, a 22.2% increase year-over-year [20][27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Metal Coatings segment saw a 6% increase in sales due to higher steel volume processed, while Precoat Metals experienced a slight decline of 0.8% in sales due to inventory challenges [16][19] - Adjusted EBITDA margins for Metal Coatings were 32.9% and 20.7% for Precoat Metals, indicating strong performance in both segments [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Demand from infrastructure-related projects benefited the company across multiple end markets, particularly in construction and electrical sectors [24] - The aluminum transition in food and beverage packaging remains a key growth driver, with expectations for continued demand due to reshoring activities and tariffs [24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on disciplined execution of its strategic plan, including market share expansion and converting customers from post-paint to prepay [26] - Recent acquisitions, such as Canton Galvanizing, are aimed at scaling the galvanizing business and enhancing customer relationships [11][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the fiscal year 2026, reiterating sales and EBITDA guidance while increasing EPS guidance due to strong demand forecasts [26][27] - The company remains cautious about sales due to ongoing tariff uncertainties but is confident in its ability to manage costs and improve margins [62] Other Important Information - The company generated cash flow from operations of $314.8 million, including $273.2 million from the Avail divestiture, allowing for significant debt reduction [21][22] - The Board approved a 17.6% increase in the quarterly cash dividend from $0.17 to $0.20 per share [22] Q&A Session Summary Question: Did Q1 benefit from normalization in volumes? - Management confirmed that Q1 saw recovery from Q4 weather impacts, contributing to organic growth [30] Question: What drove improved zinc utilization for Metal Coatings? - Management attributed it to digital tools, training, and operational excellence, nearing theoretical efficiency levels [31][33] Question: Outlook for Precoat Metals given customer inventory levels? - Management noted that while overall market demand is down, customer inventory drawdowns indicate true demand, with tariffs impacting imports [40][42] Question: Plans for share repurchases and capital allocation? - Management confirmed commitment to share buybacks and strategic acquisitions, with a focus on maintaining a disciplined capital allocation strategy [50][52] Question: Impact of copper tariffs on business? - Management indicated that while recent tariff announcements are new, prior positive trends in project viability remain, with ongoing monitoring of customer feedback [55][56] Question: Expectations for Precoat Metals segment? - Management expects continued margin improvement despite lower volumes, with the new facility ramping up production [77][80]

Summary of AZZ FY Conference Call Company Overview - AZZ is the leading independent galvanizing firm in the US, recently expanded by acquiring Precoat Metals, a major player in metal coating and precoating steel and aluminum [1][3][4] Financial Performance - AZZ has shown strong financial results over the past two to three years, with expectations for continued improvement [2] - Sales for the metal coatings segment reached $665 million, while Precoat Metals generated $912 million in sales [10] - The company has a consistent adjusted EBITDA margin of 27% to 32% for metal coatings and a slightly lower margin for Precoat Metals due to higher paint costs [13] Strategic Focus - The company aims to grow faster than GDP and is investing in a new aluminum coil coating line in Washington, Missouri, with a $125 million investment [5][14] - AZZ is committed to reducing debt, having reduced it by $110 million in the past two years, with a target of at least $165 million reduction this year [6][19] - The company is back in the M&A pipeline, looking for both small and larger acquisition opportunities, particularly in the Precoat Metals segment [6][25] Market Dynamics - AZZ operates in various end markets, including construction, industrial, transportation, consumer goods, and electrical sectors, benefiting from funding through the AIIJA [9] - The company has no exposure to steel or aluminum price fluctuations as it operates on a toll processing model [11] Technology and Innovation - AZZ has invested in proprietary technology, including a digital galvanizing system and Coil Zone, enhancing customer efficiency and visibility [12][16][17] - The company has been recognized for its sustainability efforts, being named one of America's most responsible companies for three consecutive years [18] Economic Resilience - AZZ's metal coatings segment demonstrated resilience during economic downturns, with EBITDA growth during the last cycle [20] - The company is focused on strategic capital allocation, including M&A, managing leverage, and returning capital to shareholders [21] Guidance - For the fiscal year, AZZ projects sales between $1.625 billion and $1.725 billion, adjusted EBITDA of $360 million to $400 million, and EPS in the range of $5.50 to $6.10 [21]