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Acuity Brands (AYI) Earnings: 1Q Adjusted EPS Surpasses Expectations at $3.97

  • Acuity Brands reported an adjusted EPS of $3.97, beating the estimate of $3.90.
  • Adjusted net income was $126.3 million, surpassing the estimated $121.6 million.
  • Net sales totaled $951.6 million, slightly below the estimated $962.4 million.
  • Independent sales network net sales were $643.9 million, ahead of the $638.7 million estimate.
  • Direct sales network net sales reached $107.2 million, exceeding the $99.6 million estimate.
  • Retail sales net sales were $44.9 million, falling short of the $55.6 million estimate.
  • Corporate accounts net sales were $32.7 million, below the $43.5 million estimate.
  • Gross profit was nearly on target at $449.3 million, compared to the $449.6 million estimate.
  • Adjusted operating profit came in at $158.7 million, just above the $158.1 million estimate.
  • The adjusted operating margin was 16.7%, matching the estimate.
  • Adjusted free cash flow was $113.3 million, which did not meet the $138.7 million estimate.
  • Analyst recommendations include 4 buys, 5 holds, and 1 sell.

Acuity Brands on Smartkarma

On Smartkarma, an independent investment research platform, analysts at Baptista Research have provided insightful coverage on Acuity Brands, a key player in the lighting and building management sector. In their report titled “Acuity Brands: The Intelligent Spaces Expansion & Other Major Drivers,” the analysts highlighted the company’s strong performance in the fiscal 2024 fourth quarter. Acuity Brands reported a 2% year-over-year increase in net sales, reaching $1 billion, driven by growth in its Lighting and Intelligent Spaces businesses. This growth was attributed to the company’s innovative product lineup and strategic pricing, which effectively managed costs.

Furthermore, Baptista Research‘s report “Acuity Brands Inc.: Expansion Into New Vertical Markets & Integration Of Intelligent Spaces Solutions! – Major Drivers” emphasized Acuity Brands‘ successful expansion into new vertical markets and integration of Intelligent Spaces solutions. The fiscal 2024 fourth quarter results showcased solid sales growth, margin expansion, and increased profitability in the company’s key operational segments. With a revenue increase to $1 billion, up by 2% from the previous year, Acuity Brands demonstrated the effectiveness of its diversified business strategy, supported by the success of both the Lighting and Intelligent Spaces segments.


A look at Acuity Brands Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value3
Dividend2
Growth4
Resilience4
Momentum5
OVERALL SMART SCORE3.6

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

Acuity Brands, a company specializing in indoor and outdoor lighting systems, has been assessed with Smart Scores across various factors crucial for its long-term outlook. Ranked on a scale of 1 to 5, the company received a commendable score of 4 for both Growth and Resilience, indicating strong potential for expansion and ability to withstand market challenges. Momentum, another key aspect, earned Acuity Brands the highest score of 5, suggesting a positive trend in the company’s performance. While Value and Dividend scored slightly lower at 3 and 2 respectively, the overall outlook remains promising for Acuity Brands.

Acuity Brands, Inc., known for its comprehensive range of lighting and control systems for diverse applications, demonstrates a favorable long-term outlook based on the Smartkarma Smart Scores analysis. With a focus on innovation and market presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, the company’s strategic positioning in the lighting industry is highlighted by its strong Growth, Resilience, and Momentum scores. While Value and Dividend scores play a role in the overall assessment, the emphasis on growth potential and resilience bodes well for Acuity Brands‘ future prospects in the market.


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