Hni Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

HNI (NYSE: HNI) has announced the installation of solar energy systems at two strategic manufacturing locations, reinforcing its commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability. The company was recently recognized by USA Today as one of 'America's Climate Leaders', ranking 19th out of 450 companies for its efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and focusing on energy conservation.

The new solar projects are expected to generate approximately 2,500 MWh of solar power and offset more than 2,000 tons of CO2e annually. HNI's renewable energy initiatives also include renewable energy credits and power purchase agreements. The company, a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and residential building products, has been improving living and working spaces for over 75 years.

HNI reported strong Q2 2024 results, with GAAP EPS of $0.75 and non-GAAP EPS of $0.79, up 44% year-over-year. The company saw significant margin expansion in Workplace Furnishings and strong accretion from the Kimball International acquisition. Net sales increased 10.7% to $623.7 million, driven by the Kimball acquisition. HNI expects net sales growth to return in both segments during H2 2024 and anticipates record EPS for the full year. The company projects $70-$75 million in savings from Kimball synergies and its new Mexico facility, with $45-$50 million benefiting 2025-2026. HNI maintains a strong balance sheet with gross leverage of 1.5x.

HNI (NYSE: HNI) will host a quarterly conference call on July 25, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern to discuss its second quarter fiscal 2024 results. The call will be accessible via toll-free dial-in at 1-855-761-5600 using Conference ID 7175411, or through a live webcast on HNI's investor relations website. A replay will be available until August 1, 2024. Results will be posted online before the market opens on the same day.

HNI , a longstanding manufacturer of workplace and residential building products, operates under two main segments. The Workplace Furnishings segment is a global provider of commercial furnishings under various brands, while the Residential Building Products segment is the leading U.S. manufacturer of hearth products.

HNI (NYSE: HNI) has elected David Roberts to its Board of Directors. Roberts, President and CEO of Verra Mobility since 2018, brings 30 years of expertise in technology, innovation, finance, and strategic management. He will serve on the Public Policy and Corporate Governance Committee.

HNI's Chairman, President, and CEO, Jeff Lorenger, expressed confidence in Roberts' ability to add significant value as the company drives towards long-term profitable growth. The election increases the Board to eleven members, including ten independent directors and the CEO.

HNI manufactures workplace furnishings and residential building products. The company operates through two segments: Workplace Furnishings and Residential Building Products. HNI is a market leader with a strong portfolio of brands.

HNI (NYSE: HNI) announced it will close its manufacturing plant in Hickory, North Carolina, in the first half of 2025. The production will be consolidated into other North American facilities to enhance productivity and operational strength. HNI anticipates annual cost savings of approximately $11 million by 2026, with $8-$9 million realized in 2025. The consolidation, enabled partly by the integration of Kimball International (acquired in June 2023), will incur charges affecting pre-tax earnings by about $10.3 million in 2024 and 2025. Around 200 employees will be impacted by the closure. HNI will retain a commercial presence in Hickory through its HBF brand.

HNI (NYSE: HNI) has announced an increase in its quarterly dividend to 33 cents per share on its common stock, payable on June 12, 2024. Shareholders of record by the close of business on May 24, 2024, will be eligible to receive the dividend. HNI, a company with more than 75 years of history, operates through two main segments: Workplace Furnishings and Residential Building Products. The first is a global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, while the latter is a leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products including fireplaces and stoves.

HNI (NYSE: HNI) reported strong earnings growth in the first quarter of 2024, with an EPS of $0.37, up 825% on a GAAP basis and 185% on a non-GAAP basis YoY. Workplace Furnishings operating margin expanded by 730 bps GAAP and 720 bps non-GAAP YoY. Full-year and second quarter 2024 non-GAAP EPS expected to increase significantly YoY. Sales for Q1 were $588.0 million with net income of $17.7 million. The acquisition of Kimball International contributed to strong results, with estimates of $0.10 to non-GAAP EPS. Residential Building Products also posted solid profits despite a soft housing market. The outlook for 2024 shows strong earnings growth driven by continued profit transformation in Workplace Furnishings and benefits from KII. A solid increase in second quarter earnings is expected with momentum from profit transformation initiatives and KII accretion. The company's strong balance sheet and strategic initiatives position it well for future growth and profitability.