Leggett & Platt

Leggett & Platt, Inc. engages in the manufacture and distribution of furniture and engineered components and products among homes, offices, automobiles, and commercial aircraft. It operates through the following segments: Bedding, Flooring, Furniture & Textile, and Specialized Products. The Bedding Products segment supplies products and components for the home, including mattress springs and specialty foam, as well as adjustable beds, bedding machinery, steel rod, and drawn wire. The Flooring, Furniture & Textile Products segment is a producer of an extensive line of components and engineered systems for office, residential, and contract furniture manufacturers. The Specialized Products segment supplies titanium, nickel, and stainless-steel tubing for the aerospace industry, and serves the construction market with its hydraulic cylinders group. The company was founded by J. P. Products and C. B. Platt in 1883 and is headquartered in Carthage, MO.

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Leggett & Platt reports mixed 2022 results, eyes aerospace growth

Leggett & Platt's 2022 performance showed mixed results with sales growth but lower earnings.
The company faces challenges in supply chains and softening demand in key segments.
However, opportunities exist in aerospace, hydraulic cylinders, and improved cash flow generation.
Strategic focus on critical investments and working capital management for future growth.

Leggett & Platt reports mixed Q1 results, eyes Automotive recovery

Leggett & Platt's Q1 2023 performance showed mixed results across segments, with challenges in the Bedding and Specialty foam businesses.
The company's focus on cash generation and balance sheet strength remains a key strength.
Opportunities lie in Automotive cost recovery, consumer spending trends, and growth in specialized product segments.
Maintaining guidance and monitoring market dynamics will be crucial for navigating future uncertainties.

Leggett & Platt Q2 2023: Sales Decline Amid Challenges, Recovery Opportunities

Leggett & Platt faced sales decline and earnings challenges in Q2 2023, impacted by market conditions and segment-specific issues.
Strengths lie in the Specialized Products segment growth, strategic focus on value enhancement, and cash flow priorities set by the new CFO.
Challenges include soft demand in bedding and furniture segments, along with depleted backlogs affecting sales, while opportunities exist in market stabilization and inventory management.

Leggett & Platt reports Q3 sales decline, focuses on cash management

Leggett & Platt faced challenges in sales decline and lowered guidance amid macroeconomic uncertainties but demonstrated strong cash flow and debt management.
The company's diversified portfolio showed resilience, with opportunities in stable housing market demand and managing price-cost dynamics for profitability.
Analysts raised concerns about segment weaknesses and operational challenges, while management expressed confidence in navigating market headwinds.
Optimism exists about consumer spending strength despite economic concerns, positioning Leggett & Platt for potential growth opportunities.

Leggett & Platt navigates challenges, focuses on restructuring and pricing

Leggett & Platt faced a tough Q4 and full year, focusing on restructuring and optimizing operations. While challenges persist in the Bedding and Furniture segments, opportunities exist in specialized products and effective cash management. Pricing adjustments and market alignment are key strategies for navigating uncertainties.

Leggett & Platt Q1 2024: Challenges and Opportunities Amid Restructuring

Leggett & Platt's Q1 2024 performance reflects challenges in certain segments but also highlights strategic priorities towards deleveraging and operational improvements. The company is navigating market competition, restructuring, and cost management to drive profitability and growth.

Leggett & Platt reports Q2 earnings decline, navigates market challenges

Leggett & Platt's Q2 2024 performance reflects a challenging environment with sales decline and earnings impact from a noncash charge.
The company's strengths in restructuring progress, shareholder focus, and employee empowerment position it for resilience amidst market challenges.
Challenges from lower demand, Automotive market volatility, and segment-specific issues require strategic responses for sustained growth.
Opportunities exist for Leggett & Platt to leverage its strengths, adapt to market dynamics, and drive future growth and profitability.

Leggett & Platt reports Q3 challenges, focuses on efficiency improvements

Leggett & Platt faced challenges in Q3 2024 due to weaker demand in key markets, but efficiency improvements and restructuring efforts are driving positive results.
Despite sales decline, the company's focus on operational efficiency and debt reduction is strengthening its financial position.
The revised 2024 outlook sets clear targets for sales, adjusted EPS, and EBIT margin, indicating a strategic approach to navigate market challenges.
Addressing challenges in residential and automotive markets while capitalizing on opportunities for operational enhancement will be key for future success.

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Leggett & Platt, Inc. engages in the manufacture and distribution of furniture and engineered components and products among homes, offices, automobiles, and commercial aircraft. It operates through the following segments: Bedding Products, Specialized Products, and Furniture, Flooring & Textile Products. The Bedding Products segment supplies products and components for the home, including mattress springs and specialty foam, as well as adjustable beds, bedding machinery, steel rod, and drawn wire. The Specialized Products segment supplies titanium, nickel, and stainless-steel tubing for the aerospace industry, and serves the construction market with its hydraulic cylinders group. The Flooring, Furniture & Textile Products segment produces an extensive line of components and engineered systems for office, residential, and contract furniture manufacturers. The company was founded by J. P. Products and C. B. Platt in 1883 and is headquartered in Carthage, MO.

CARTHAGE, Mo. , Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leggett & Platt's Board of Directors declared a dividend of $.05 per share for the fourth quarter 2024.

LEGGETT & PLATT ANNOUNCES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND OF $.05

Leggett & Platt, a former Dividend King, was forced to cut their dividend by 89% earlier this year due to headwinds. The company now expects to use freed-up capital to pay down debt and deleverage towards their long-term target of 2.0x. With the dividend reset, LEG is expected to cover the dividend with free cash flow by the end of 2024.

Leggett & Platt: A Fair Company At A Wonderful Price

We might see a slimmed-down company in the near future.

Why Leggett & Platt Stock Zoomed 4% Higher Today

LEG's third-quarter 2024 results reflect soft demand trends in residential end markets and headwinds due to ongoing economic challenges.

Leggett Misses Q3 Earnings & Sales Estimates, Lowers '24 Guidance

Leggett & Platt, Incorporated (NYSE:LEG ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call October 29, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Cassie Branscum - Vice President, Investor Relations Karl Glassman - Chief Executive Officer Ben Burns - Chief Financial Officer Tyson Hagale - President, Bedding Products Sam Smith - President, Furniture, Flooring & Textile Products Conference Call Participants Susan Maklari - Goldman Sachs Bobby Griffin - Raymond James Peter Keith - Piper Sandler Judy Merrick - Truist Securities Operator Greetings and welcome to the Leggett & Platt Third Quarter 2024 Webcast and Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode.

Leggett & Platt, Incorporated (LEG) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Legget & Platt (LEG) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended September 2024, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

Legget & Platt (LEG) Q3 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates

Legget & Platt (LEG) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.32 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.33 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.36 per share a year ago.

Legget & Platt (LEG) Lags Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

CARTHAGE, Mo. , Oct. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 3Q sales of $1.1 billion, a 6% decrease vs 3Q23 3Q EPS of $.33; 3Q adjusted1 EPS of $.32, a $.04 decrease vs adjusted1 3Q23 EPS 2024 EPS guidance is ($3.56)–($3.71), including impact of non-cash goodwill impairment charge, restructuring charges, real estate gains, and certain other costs 2024 guidance lowered: adjusted1 EPS of $1.00–$1.10, sales of $4.3–$4.4 billion President and CEO Karl Glassman commented, "We continued to make solid progress on our restructuring and operating efficiency improvement initiatives, although demand headwinds were more challenging than anticipated in the third quarter.

LEGGETT & PLATT REPORTS 3Q RESULTS

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Leggett & Platt's gross profit margin has been shrinking for the past eight years, which has offset any growth in sales during that time frame. The true earning power of LEG may have been overestimated due to acquisition costs, which are not included in net income. A more protective stance on foreign imports after the U.S. elections could benefit LEG in the mid-term.

Leggett & Platt: True Earning Power Could Have Been Overestimated

Leggett's (LEG) second-quarter results reflect slow demand in most of the markets served.

Leggett (LEG) Q2 Earnings Meet, Sales Miss, 2024 View Down

Leggett & Platt, Incorporated (NYSE:LEG ) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call August 1, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Cassie Branscum - Vice President, Investor Relations Karl Glassman - President and Chief Executive Officer Benjamin Burns - Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Tyson Hagale - Executive Vice President, President, Bedding Products Samuel Smith - Senior Vice President, President, Furniture, Flooring & Textile Products Conference Call Participants Susan Maklari - Goldman Sachs Bobby Griffin - Raymond James Keith Hughes - Truist Securities Peter Keith - Piper Sandler Operator Greetings and welcome to the Leggett & Platt Second Quarter 2024 Earnings Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode.

Leggett & Platt, Incorporated (LEG) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Although the revenue and EPS for Legget & Platt (LEG) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended June 2024, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

Legget & Platt (LEG) Q2 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates

Legget & Platt (LEG) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.29 per share, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate. This compares to earnings of $0.38 per share a year ago.

Legget & Platt (LEG) Q2 Earnings Match Estimates

CARTHAGE, Mo. , Aug. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 2Q sales of $1.1 billion, an 8% decrease vs 2Q23 2Q EPS of ($4.39), primarily due to a non-cash goodwill impairment charge 2Q adjusted1 EPS of $.29, a $.09 decrease vs adjusted1 2Q23 EPS 2024 EPS guidance is ($3.43)–($3.58), including impact of non-cash goodwill impairment charge, restructuring charges, real estate gains, and certain other costs 2024 adjusted1 EPS narrowed to $1.10–$1.25; sales guidance lowered to $4.3–$4.5 billion President and CEO Karl Glassman commented, "While our second quarter results reflect the ongoing challenging macro environment, I am immensely proud of our team's execution.

LEGGETT & PLATT REPORTS 2Q RESULTS

Leggett & Platt's share price has declined by more than 80% over the past 3 years, culminating in a drop of over 25% after the recent dividend cut. Recent weakness in the industry and low-cost competition from overseas have caused revenue and margins to decline, ultimately making the hefty dividend payout unsustainable. The company's challenges are real, but the drop in share price offers an opportunity for long-term investors to generate an attractive return.

Leggett & Platt: A Cash Generation Machine Priced At A Discount

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Leggett & Platt, Incorporated has cut its dividends after 51 consecutive years of dividend hikes. A key lesson I learned for analyzing dividend stocks is to not just look at the yields and simple payout ratios. Instead, analyze the company's financials more holistically. Looking ahead, I am seeing strong EPS headwinds, inventory issues, and stretched balance sheet.

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