ACCO Brands Corporation reports recurring developments tied to its branded consumer, technology and business products for schools, homes and workplaces. Coverage includes earnings releases, segment trends in the Americas and International businesses, dividend declarations, cost-reduction actions, cash flow and leverage commentary, and updates on office product demand and technology accessory growth.
Company news also covers product activity across its brand portfolio, including Kensington computer and mobility accessories, VeriMark security keys, and other categories such as storage and organization, notebooks, shredding, laminating, binding and presentation products. Recent corporate updates include the completed EPOS acquisition and its role in ACCO Brands' technology peripherals portfolio.
ACCO Brands (NYSE: ACCO) has announced its upcoming second quarter 2024 earnings release and webcast schedule. The company will release its Q2 2024 earnings after market close on August 1, 2024. Following this, ACCO Brands will host a conference call and webcast on August 2, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. EST to discuss the results. Investors and interested parties can access the webcast through the Investor Relations section of the company's website at www.accobrands.com. The webcast will also be available for replay, allowing those unable to attend the live event to review the discussion at their convenience.
Five Star®, a leading student-focused school products company, has expanded its Five Star Study App compatibility to include wide ruled notebooks, composition books, and filler paper. This expansion aims to enhance learning for younger students by combining handwritten notes with digital studying and organization.
The app allows students to convert handwritten notes into digital flashcards, organize them in digital folders, and access study materials on-the-go. It also integrates with student planners, enabling task prioritization and syncing with digital calendars. This initiative aligns with schools' approach of blending paper learning with digital tools to improve academic experiences.
Kensington has announced the launch of the Pro Fit® Ergo KB675 EQ TKL Rechargeable Keyboard, a new product designed to reduce wrist and hand strain. The keyboard is compatible with Windows and macOS, featuring an ergonomic tenkeyless (TKL) design and secure connectivity for up to three devices. It has won the 2024 Red Dot Design award for product design. The keyboard includes video conferencing keys, customizable options with Kensington Konnect software, and a long-lasting rechargeable battery. Additionally, it has a sustainability focus, with 65% of its outer casing and keycaps made from post-consumer recycled content.
Kensington has launched the Elevated Stand for Surface, designed exclusively for the Microsoft Surface Pro and Surface Go. This sleek, portable riser enhances ergonomics, security, and productivity. It elevates the screen to eye level, supports tilt options for optimal viewing angles, and includes security features. Kensington's range of Designed for Surface (DfS) products also includes docking stations and other accessories that expand the capabilities of Surface devices. The Elevated Stand aims to reduce desktop clutter with magnetic storage and cable management. These accessories are available in North America through Kensington's store and partner sites.
ACCO Brands reported net sales of $359 million with a gross margin expanding 120 basis points in the first quarter of 2024. The company is on track to achieve over $20 million in cost savings from their cost reduction program. Net operating cash flow improved by $51 million, generating free cash flow of $26 million. The consolidated net leverage ratio stood at 3.5x. However, the company reported a loss per share of $(0.07), but adjusted EPS was $0.03, in line with expectations.
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