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Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN) has released its 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, highlighting significant progress in environmental and social initiatives. The report details Beacon's efforts to halve emissions intensity by 2030, reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions through investments in renewable energy, and disclose metrics on waste, energy usage, and fuel consumption.
Additionally, the report includes policies and investments aimed at fostering a respectful and safe workplace, improving safety performance over the past four years, and maintaining governance that ensures integrity and transparency. Beacon's President and CEO Julian Francis emphasized the importance of these values in achieving the company's Ambition 2025 strategy.
Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN), a publicly-traded specialty roofing distributor, has launched new branches in Attleboro, Massachusetts and Mississauga, Ontario. These expansions are designed to better serve residential and commercial roofing contractors in the Providence, Rhode Island metro area, southeastern Massachusetts, and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The Attleboro branch offers enhanced service capabilities and access to Beacon's PRO+ app for online services. Meanwhile, the Mississauga branch provides a wide range of roofing products to support the GTA's growing population. Year-to-date in 2024, Beacon has opened seven new locations and completed four acquisitions, aligning with its Ambition 2025 plan which aims for above-market growth.
Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN) announced an additional $225 million Accelerated Share Repurchase Program with Citibank N.A. The program aims to repurchase Beacon's common stock, emphasizing shareholder value and capital allocation. The ASR highlights confidence in the business model, execution, and long-term growth strategy under the Ambition 2025 plan.
Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN) reported record first quarter net sales with growth in all three lines of business. The company achieved better-than-expected gross margins and expanded customer reach through acquisitions and new branch openings. The recent acquisition of Smalley & Co. strengthened their specialty waterproofing platform. Beacon continues to execute on its Ambition 2025 initiatives, driving growth in digital, private label products, pricing models, and customer experience. The company remains optimistic about the supportive end markets and focuses on enhancing customer experience, pricing, and efficiency.
Financially, first quarter net sales increased by 10.4% to $1.91 billion, driven by organic growth and acquired branches. Gross margin decreased to 24.7% due to higher product costs and a shift in product mix. Operating expenses increased primarily due to acquired branches and organic SG&A expenses. Net income and Adjusted EBITDA declined compared to the prior year. Beacon revised its branch classification criteria during the fourth quarter of 2023 to better reflect operational changes.
Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN) has completed the acquisition of Smalley & Company, a regional specialty waterproofing distributor based in Denver, CO. Smalley operates in six states and is known for providing tailored sealant and waterproofing solutions since 1967. The acquisition aims to enhance Beacon's Waterproofing Division with Smalley's technical expertise and industry-leading status, expanding service offerings for customers.
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