Welcome to our dedicated page for Owens Corning news (Ticker: OC), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Owens Corning stock.
Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) is a building products company that regularly issues news on its operations, financial performance, and strategic initiatives. The company describes itself as a building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation, with products that provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions in roofing, insulation, composites, and related building materials.
Investors and industry followers can expect Owens Corning news to cover quarterly and annual financial results, including net sales, margins, cash flow, and the use of non‑GAAP metrics such as adjusted EBITDA and adjusted earnings from continuing operations. These results are often accompanied by commentary from senior leadership on market conditions, structural improvements to the business, and capital allocation plans such as dividends and share repurchases.
Company announcements also highlight strategic investments and portfolio actions. Examples include the selection of Prattville, Alabama, as the location for a new shingle plant in the southeastern United States to expand the Roofing manufacturing network, as well as the sale of certain building materials businesses in China and Korea and progress on the planned divestiture of the glass reinforcements business. Such updates provide insight into Owens Corning’s geographic focus and efforts to strengthen its building products portfolio.
Owens Corning news frequently features leadership and organizational updates, such as the appointment or promotion of executives in innovation and information technology roles. These releases describe the company’s focus on product stewardship, process and product innovation, digital tools, and emerging technologies like generative AI and agentic AI as part of its enterprise strategy and The OC Advantage™.
In addition, Owens Corning issues product and branding news, particularly around its roofing business. Announcements include the Shingle Color of the Year and new colors in the TruDefinition® Duration® Designer shingle line, emphasizing the role of roof color in home design and the combination of aesthetics with performance features such as patented SureNail® Technology. Recognition for corporate responsibility and ethics, as well as awards related to its roofing brand, also appear in the company’s news flow.
For readers tracking OC stock, the news stream offers a consolidated view of financial updates, manufacturing investments, portfolio changes, product launches, and corporate governance developments that shape Owens Corning’s position in the building products sector.
Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) announced its first-quarter 2023 results, reporting net sales of $2.3 billion, consistent with the previous year. The diluted EPS rose by 38% to $4.17, while adjusted diluted EPS fell by 5% to $2.77. The company experienced an operating cash outflow of $164 million and a free cash outflow of $322 million, attributing this to seasonal trends and capital investments. Owens Corning returned $183 million to shareholders through dividends and buybacks, increasing its quarterly cash dividend by 50%. Despite strong performance, the company anticipates a moderate decline in net sales for the second quarter due to ongoing economic challenges. The year-to-date outlook suggests capital additions of approximately $520 million.
Owens Corning has committed to recycling 2 million tons of asphalt shingles annually in the U.S. by 2030, addressing the waste created by the approximately 12-14 million tons of shingles discarded each year. The company's circular economy initiative aims to convert waste into usable raw materials through innovative recycling processes in partnership with companies like ASR Systems and CRS Reprocessing Services. A pilot program in Indianapolis, launched in December 2022, is exploring methods to extract liquid asphalt from old shingles. This initiative aligns with Owens Corning's sustainability goals of enhancing positive impacts while reducing negative footprints. The company seeks to lead in sustainable practices within the construction industry, addressing critical waste challenges in materials like asphalt and concrete.
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