Lighting Company Acuity Brands' Q2 Sales Dip But Profits and Margins Rise
Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri
Acuity Brands, Inc (NYSE:AYI) reported a 4.0% decline in Q2 fiscal 2024 net sales to $905.9 million, missing consensus estimates. However, its adjusted EPS of $3.38 exceeded expectations. The company saw a mixed performance across segments, with Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls revenue down by 5.3% Y/Y, while Intelligent Spaces Group revenue increased by 17.0% Y/Y. Adjusted operating margins improved across the board, and the company generated $292.6 million in operating cash flow for the first half of fiscal 2024. AYI stock has gained 43% in the last 12 months and is part of the First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Green Energy Index Fund (NASDAQ:QCLN) and SPDR S&P Kensho Intelligent Structures ETF (NYSE:SIMS) portfolios.
April 03, 2024 | 11:53 am
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Acuity Brands reported a Q2 sales decline but exceeded EPS estimates with improved margins, indicating operational efficiency.
Despite the sales decline, the beat on EPS estimates and improved margins are positive indicators for AYI's operational efficiency and profitability, likely leading to a positive short-term impact on its stock price.
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AYI's performance and inclusion in QCLN may influence investor sentiment towards the ETF, given AYI's recent gains.
AYI's positive earnings report and its significant 12-month stock price increase could positively influence QCLN, as AYI's performance may be seen as beneficial for the ETF's overall portfolio.
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Given AYI's inclusion and recent performance, SIMS ETF could see a positive impact from investor optimism.
AYI's inclusion in SIMS and its positive earnings outcome, coupled with a significant stock price increase over the past 12 months, may contribute to a positive perception of the ETF's value.
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