Friedman Industries, Incorporated reports developments in metals processing, pipe manufacturing and metals distribution through two operating segments: flat-roll products and tubular products. Its flat-roll operations process carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum products using temper mills, cut-to-length lines, stretcher levelers and slitting capabilities. Its tubular products segment manufactures electric resistance welded pipe and distributes pipe through the Texas Tubular Products division.
Company news commonly covers quarterly operating results, sales volume trends, cash dividend declarations, acquisitions, facility investments and added processing capabilities. Recent business updates also include the completed Century Metals and Supplies acquisition, which expanded Friedman’s product portfolio, processing capabilities and geographic reach in the southeastern United States and Latin American markets.
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Friedman Industries, Incorporated (NYSE: FRD) announced a cash dividend of $0.02 per share, payable on May 26, 2023, to shareholders of record by April 28, 2023. This marks the company's 205th consecutive quarterly dividend, having consistently paid dividends since becoming public in 1972. The Board of Directors aims to maintain stable dividends and potentially increase them as financial conditions allow. Significant factors for this decision include financial health and future cash needs. However, declarations are subject to Board discretion and may change.
Friedman Industries (FRD) reported net earnings of $1.38 million ($0.19 EPS) for the third quarter ended December 31, 2022, contrasting a net loss of $2.96 million (-$0.45 EPS) from the previous year. Sales surged to $111.86 million from $51.66 million due to increased volume from newly acquired facilities and a new plant in Sinton, Texas. The company processed 113,000 tons of steel compared to 39,000 tons in the same quarter last year. Despite rising hot-rolled coil prices, margins were pressured during the quarter. The company anticipates continued growth, projecting 115,000 to 125,000 tons in the next quarter with margin improvements expected.
Friedman Industries, Incorporated (NYSE: FRD) declared a cash dividend of $0.02 per share on December 5, 2022, which will be paid on February 10, 2023, to shareholders of record on January 13, 2023. This dividend represents the company’s 204th consecutive quarterly cash dividend, continuing its record since becoming publicly traded in 1972. The Board aims to maintain a stable dividend level, subject to the company’s financial condition and operational performance.
Friedman Industries reported net earnings of $2.47 million ($0.34 per share) for Q2 2022, a significant decline from $13.18 million ($1.91 per share) in Q2 2021, despite sales rising to $149.69 million from $92.57 million.
Challenges stemmed from a 47% drop in hot-rolled coil (HRC) prices compared to a prior surge, leading to margin compression. Coil segment sales increased due to acquisition, though operational losses of $1.12 million were reported. A positive outlook anticipates slight margin improvements and adjusted sales volumes for Q3 2023.