Canada's Russel Metals Q3 revenue jumps 56% to record
Overview
Canada metals distributor's Q3 revenue rose 56% yr/yr to record C$1.8 bln
Adjusted EPS for Q3 rose to C$2.67 from C$0.60 a year earlier
Company completed sale of Color Steels subsidiary for C$42 mln cash
Outlook
Russel Metals expects current market dynamics to continue in the near term
Company expects Q4 service center daily shipments to be similar to earlier quarters, with fewer operating days
Company expects energy field stores to benefit from solid energy activity in 2026
Result Drivers
FAVOURABLE MARKET CONDITIONS - Co said strong market conditions across most business units and regions drove revenue and margin improvements
MARGIN IMPROVEMENT - Co attributed higher gross margins to improved margin profile at acquired Kloeckner branches and Canadian service centers
KLOECKNER ACQUISITION - Increased revenue and EBITDA contributions from former Kloeckner branches supported results
Company press release:
Key Details
Metric | Beat/Miss | Actual | Consensus Estimate |
Q3 EPS | C$2.29 | ||
Q3 Net Income | C$125.50 mln | ||
Q3 EBIT | C$173.20 mln | ||
Q3 EBITDA | C$199.90 mln |
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