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Global Industrial Company issues updates on its role as a value-added national distributor and source for industrial equipment and supplies. The company serves business and public-sector customers with maintenance, repair and operations products, including storage, safety, material handling, facility maintenance, HVAC, tools, packaging, lighting, foodservice and related workplace categories.
Company news commonly covers quarterly and annual financial results, sales and margin trends, cash dividends, share repurchases, product launches under Global Industrial Exclusive Brands™, restaurant and facility-operations solutions, industry events, customer-market initiatives and commercial partnerships.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) is set to sponsor Sheldon Creed at the NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship Race on November 6, 2021. Creed will drive the No. 78 Global Industrial Chevrolet Camaro at Phoenix Raceway, one day after participating in the NASCAR Truck Series championship race. This event marks Creed's only NASCAR Xfinity Series start for 2021. The partnership with Richard Childress Racing aims to enhance Global Industrial's brand visibility in a premier racing environment, forging connections with NASCAR's dedicated fanbase.
Global Industrial Company (GIC) reported Q3 2021 sales of $277.4 million, a 2.9% decrease from Q3 2020. Despite supply chain constraints impacting product availability, the company achieved a record gross margin of 36.8% and an operating margin of 11.0%. Operating income totaled $30.6 million, reflecting a sequential growth of 23.9%. Net income per diluted share from continuing operations was $0.61, a 4.7% decline year-over-year. The Board declared a $0.16 dividend per share.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) has announced a multi-year floor care trademark license agreement with Caterpillar, launching a new line of Cat® Floor Care Equipment. This product range includes industrial scrubbers, sweepers, and vacuums tailored for facility maintenance. Notable products include the C49R Auto Ride-On Sweeper and the C40R Auto Ride-On Floor Scrubber, designed to enhance productivity and cleaning efficiency. The new line will be showcased at upcoming trade shows in November 2021.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) will report its third quarter financial results on November 2, 2021, after U.S. market hours. A conference call will follow at 5:00 p.m. ET, and interested parties can join by calling 412-317-6347 or accessing the webcast on the company's website. The call will be archived for 90 days for those unable to attend live. Global Industrial has over 70 years of experience in distributing industrial and MRO products, offering more than a million items, including exclusive brands.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) has launched the Trash Talk connected trash can product line in collaboration with Nordsense, utilizing IoT sensor technology to enhance waste management efficiency. This partnership aims to reduce waste collection by up to 50%, optimizing fleet routes and providing real-time monitoring of fill levels. The product line, which includes 11 types of trash receptacles, is designed for municipalities, waste operators, and facility managers, reinforcing the commitment to environmentally friendly solutions and customer experience.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) will participate in the Sidoti & Company Fall 2021 Virtual Small Cap Conference on September 22, 2021, at 9:15 a.m. ET. CEO Barry Litwin and CFO Tex Clark will present. The presentation will be available via webcast on the company’s investor relations website. One-on-one meetings with investors will also be conducted on the same day. Global Industrial has over 70 years of experience as a national distributor of industrial products and MRO supplies, offering a vast selection of over one million products.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) has appointed Alex Tomey as Senior Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Tomey, who has over 20 years of experience in merchandising, will be responsible for enhancing the company's merchandise strategy. He previously served as Co-Chief Merchandising Officer at Petco and held positions at DICK'S Sporting Goods, Kohl's, and Walmart. CEO Barry Litwin expressed confidence in Tomey's ability to drive margin performance and expand product categories, which is expected to benefit GIC's operations.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) reported a 12.6% increase in sales to $272.6 million for Q2 2021, marking the fourth consecutive quarter of double-digit growth. Operating income rose 22.9% to $24.7 million, with operating margin expanding to 9.1%. Net income per diluted share from continuing operations increased 37.5% to $0.55. The company declared a $0.16 dividend for shareholders. Cash and cash equivalents stood at $41.6 million as of June 30, 2021, with positive operating cash flow of $11.6 million.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) will participate in the Jefferies Virtual Industrials Conference on August 4, 2021. CEO Barry Litwin and CFO Tex Clark are set to present at 9:00 a.m. ET. Investors can access the live webcast via the company's investor relations page. Additionally, management plans to hold one-on-one meetings with investors on the same day. Global Industrial has over 70 years of experience as a value-added distributor of industrial products and MRO supplies, offering more than one million products, including exclusive brands.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) will release its Q2 financial results for the period ending June 30, 2021 on August 3, 2021, after U.S. market hours. Management will conduct a conference call at 5:00 p.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results and answer investor questions. To join the call, dial 412-317-6347 or access the webcast on the company's website. An archived version of the webcast will be available for 90 days.
Global Industrial has been a leading industrial distributor for over 70 years, offering over a million products.