Brady Reports Strong Q4 Earnings and Outlines Positive Fiscal 2027 Outlook
Brady Corporation (NYSE:BRC) reported strong financial results for its fiscal fourth-quarter, with a 10% increase in sales driven by organic growth of 8.4%, acquisitions contributing 1.1%, and foreign-currency benefits adding 0.5%. Adjusted diluted earnings per share rose to $1.48 from $1.29 the previous year, representing a 17.5% gain. The company also outlined an optimistic fiscal 2027 outlook following its acquisition of Honeywell's Productivity Solutions and Services business (now renamed Intelligent Productivity Solutions or IPS). Brady expects adjusted EPS to range between $6.25–$6.75, with approximately $1.15 billion in revenue from the new division. Brady’s gross margin improved significantly year-over-year due to cost efficiencies and tariff refunds. The company also reported strong cash flow growth and announced its 41st consecutive annual dividend increase.
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