Residential Segment Net Sales Growth: 9% year-over-year in Q2 2025. Deck, Rail & Accessories Net Sales Growth: 11% year-over-year. Exteriors Net Sales Growth: 2% year-over-year. Adjusted EBITDA Margin: Expanded by 40 basis points year-over-year to 27.5%. Residential Segment Adjusted EBITDA Growth: 11% year-over-year. Residential Segment Adjusted EBITDA Margin: Expanded by 60 basis points year-over-year to 28%. Consolidated Net Sales: $452 million, an increase of 8% year-over-year. Gross Profit: $168 million, an increase of $11 million year-over-year. Gross Margin: 37.1%. Adjusted Gross Profit: $171 million, an increase of $10 million year-over-year. Adjusted Gross Profit Margin: 37.8%. Adjusted EBITDA: $124 million, an increase of 10% year-over-year. Net Income: Increased by $5 million to $54 million or $0.37 per share. Adjusted Net Income: Increased by $7 million to $66 million. Adjusted Diluted EPS: Increased $0.06 year-over-year to $0.45 per share. Commercial Segment Net Sales: $15 million, down 4% year-over-year. Commercial Segment Adjusted EBITDA: $1.9 million, a decrease of $1 million year-over-year. Cash and Cash Equivalents: $147 million at the end of the quarter. Net Debt: $392 million, with a net leverage ratio of 1x. Net Cash from Operating Activities: $47 million, an increase of $62 million year-over-year. Free Cash Flow: $1 million, an increase of $35 million year-over-year. Full Year 2025 Guidance - Consolidated Net Sales: $1.52 billion to $1.55 billion, representing 5% to 8% year-over-year growth. Full Year 2025 Guidance - Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA: $403 million to $418 million, representing an increase of 6% to 10% year-over-year.

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Release Date: May 06, 2025

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

Positive Points

The AZEK Co Inc (NYSE:AZEK) achieved 9% year-over-year growth in its residential segment, driven by mid-single-digit residential sell-through growth and channel expansion. Deck, Rail & Accessories net sales grew 11% year-over-year, with each product line experiencing high single-digit to double-digit growth. The company expanded its adjusted EBITDA margin by 40 basis points year-over-year to 27.5%, while continuing to invest in long-term growth initiatives. The proposed merger with James Hardie is expected to unlock $125 million in cost synergies and $500 million in incremental sales synergies. The AZEK Co Inc (NYSE:AZEK) was named to Barron's 100 Most Sustainable US Companies list for the first time, highlighting its commitment to sustainability.

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Negative Points

The Exteriors segment experienced only 2% year-over-year growth, indicating relative stability but slower performance compared to other segments. The commercial segment saw a 4% year-over-year decline in net sales, primarily due to weaker demand in the Scranton Products business. GAAP SG&A expenses increased by $5 million year-over-year, driven by acquisition-related expenses due to the proposed merger with James Hardie. The company faces macroeconomic uncertainty, with contractors and dealers expressing concerns about the potential impact on future customer behavior. Tariffs on internationally sourced materials are expected to have a $4 million to $6 million impact in the fiscal year, though the company plans to offset this with pricing actions.

Q & A Highlights

Q: Can you discuss your expectations for Decking and Railing versus Exteriors in the second half? A: We are not providing specific guidance for those segments. However, Deck, Rail, and Accessories have been outgrowing Exteriors, largely due to differences in geographic and end market exposure. - Jesse Singh, President, CEO, Director

Q: How are you managing cost pressures, particularly with PVC prices? A: Our cost structure has been steady overall, with some inflationary pressures from supply chain issues and tariffs. We have offset these through pricing adjustments. - Jesse Singh, President, CEO, Director

Q: Can you provide more details on the expected sales synergies from the merger with James Hardie? A: While it's early to discuss specifics, we anticipate significant sales synergies. Both companies have strong sales forces, and we aim to maintain stability in our sales organization and distribution while focusing on material conversion. - Jesse Singh, President, CEO, Director

Q: What is the impact of tariffs on your operations, and how are you addressing it? A: Our current tariff exposure is between $12 million and $15 million annually. We have implemented modest price increases to offset this impact, which we expect to continue into subsequent years. - Jonathan Skelly, President - Residential and Commercial

Q: How are you approaching inventory management given the macroeconomic uncertainty? A: We are maintaining conservative inventory levels, ensuring we can provide excellent service without overstocking. Our current inventory levels are below historical norms, and we are prepared for potential market fluctuations. - Jesse Singh, President, CEO, Director

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

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