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NVT SEC Filings

nVent Electric - 116 total filings

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nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 30, 2026)

nVent Electric plc furnished an 8-K (Item 2.02) attaching a press release announcing third-quarter 2026 results, which the company described as record sales and orders. Reported sales were $1.5 billion (about $1,514.9 million), up 44% on both a reported and organic basis, with the release stating that broad-based double-digit growth occurred across all verticals and geographies. Reported diluted EPS was $1.23, up 68%, and adjusted EPS was $1.52, up 67%. Operating income was $282 million, up 70%, and adjusted operating income was $335 million, up 57%. Management said new products contributed approximately 30 points to sales growth. Cash flow from operations was $303 million, up 12%, and free cash flow was $268 million, up 6%. nVent raised its full-year 2026 guidance. It now expects reported sales growth of 48% to 49% (previously 37% to 39%), organic sales growth of 38% to 39% (previously 32% to 34%), GAAP diluted EPS of $4.54 to $4.57 (previously $4.29 to $4.39), and adjusted EPS of $5.36 to $5.39 (previously $5.00 to $5.10). For the fourth quarter, the company guided to reported sales growth of 45% to 48%, organic sales growth of 26% to 29%, GAAP EPS of $1.13 to $1.16, and adjusted EPS of $1.30 to $1.33. The company stated that it closed the Maverick Power acquisition on October 1, 2026, which it said broadens its data center exposure. Results are presented on a continuing operations basis, with the Thermal Management business reported as discontinued operations under a previously announced sale agreement. The filing also notes a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per share payable on November 6, 2026, and a conference call held at 9:00 a.m. ET on October 30, 2026. The press release is furnished under Item 2.02 as Exhibit 99.1.

Oct 30, 2026 10-Q

nVent Electric Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Sep 30, 2026

nVent Electric plc reported strong third-quarter 2026 results, with net sales of $1,514.9 million, up 43.7% from $1,054.0 million in the third quarter of 2025. Organic growth was 43.9%, driven mainly by the infrastructure vertical and data centers within the Systems Protection segment. Operating income rose to $282.3 million from $166.3 million, and operating margin improved to 18.6% from 15.8%. Net income from continuing operations was $202.4 million, and diluted earnings per share were $1.23, compared with $0.73 from continuing operations a year earlier. Gross margin declined to 35.8% from 37.4%, which the company attributed to inflation, capacity investments, and unfavorable product mix. For the first nine months, net sales were $4,228.2 million, up 49.6%, but net income was $560.7 million, down 5.2%, because the prior-year period included a $435.3 million pre-tax gain on the sale of the Thermal Management business. The balance sheet changed significantly after quarter-end. On October 1, 2026, nVent completed the acquisition of Maverick Power, LLC for approximately $1.75 billion in cash, with up to $550 million of additional contingent consideration tied to 2027 and 2028 performance metrics. The company stated that the acquisition added approximately $1.65 billion of new indebtedness, funded through the $800.0 million 6.150% 2036 Senior Notes, a $600.0 million 2026 Term Loan Facility, and $250.0 million of Revolving Credit Facility borrowings, together with cash on hand. Total debt was $2.2 billion at September 30, 2026, before this increase. Cash and cash equivalents were $1,121.8 million at quarter-end, and free cash flow from continuing operations was $489.0 million for the nine months, compared with $371.7 million a year earlier. The company also disclosed $2.6 billion of remaining performance obligations, most of which it expects to recognize within twelve months. It declared a quarterly dividend of $0.21 per share, and a new $500.0 million share repurchase authorization runs through July 22, 2029. Management stated it was in compliance with all financial covenants at September 30, 2026. Investors will want to monitor how the company manages its higher leverage following the Maverick Power acquisition.

Oct 30, 2026 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Obligation (Sep 29, 2026)

On September 29, 2026, nVent Electric plc, together with Hoffman Schroff Holdings, Inc. and nVent Finance S.à r.l., completed a public offering of $800.0 million aggregate principal amount of 6.150% Senior Notes due 2036, issued by Hoffman Schroff Holdings, Inc. The notes are fully and unconditionally and jointly and severally guaranteed as to payment of principal and interest by nVent Electric plc and nVent Finance S.à r.l. Interest is payable semi-annually on March 15 and September 15, beginning March 15, 2027, and the rate is subject to adjustment based on certain rating events. The notes were registered under a Form S-3 filed February 17, 2026. The company states it intends to use the net proceeds, together with borrowings under a $600.0 million senior unsecured term loan facility, borrowings under a $250.0 million specified revolving facility, and cash on hand, to finance the acquisition of Maverick Power, LLC for approximately $1.75 billion, and to pay related fees and expenses. Any remaining net proceeds may be used for general corporate purposes. The Maverick Power acquisition is governed by a Membership Interest Purchase Agreement dated August 21, 2026, with an outside date of November 20, 2026, extendable to February 19, 2027. If the Maverick Power acquisition is not consummated by the outside date, is not expected to be consummated, or the purchase agreement is terminated, Hoffman Schroff must redeem all outstanding notes at 101% of principal plus accrued interest. The notes also carry a make-whole redemption before June 15, 2036, a par call thereafter, and a 101% change-of-control repurchase offer, and the filing describes customary events of default.

Sep 29, 2026 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Obligation (Sep 17, 2026)

nVent Electric plc (NVT) entered into a $600.0 million senior unsecured term loan facility on September 17, 2026, to help finance its previously announced acquisition of Maverick Power, LLC. The acquisition is being made by its subsidiary Hoffman Schroff Holdings, Inc. under a Membership Interest Purchase Agreement dated August 21, 2026, for a purchase price of $1.75 billion, subject to customary adjustments. Hoffman intends to borrow the full $600.0 million, either to fund part of the purchase price or to pay related fees and expenses. No loans were outstanding on the effective date. The term loan is guaranteed by nVent and nVent Finance S.à r.l. and bears interest at a base rate or term SOFR plus an applicable margin tied to either nVent's Net Leverage Ratio or Hoffman's debt rating. Ticking fees of 0.10% to 0.20% per annum on undrawn commitments begin December 19, 2026. The facility matures on the third anniversary of the date the term loans are made and can be prepaid without penalty, subject to customary breakage costs. Its financial covenants require a consolidated debt-to-EBITDA ratio of no more than 3.75 to 1.00 (or 4.25 to 1.00 for four testing periods in connection with certain material acquisitions at Hoffman's election) and an EBITDA-to-cash-interest ratio of at least 3.00 to 1.00. Separately, Amendment No. 2 to the Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated June 30, 2025 adds limited conditionality to a $250.0 million revolving credit sublimit that can also be used to finance part of the acquisition. The overall credit agreement remains at up to $875.0 million in aggregate. Funding under both facilities is conditioned on the acquisition closing, the absence of a material adverse effect at Maverick Power since August 21, 2026, and other customary conditions. The Loan Agreement and the Amendment are filed as Exhibits 4.1 and 4.2.

Sep 17, 2026 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Sep 16, 2026)

nVent Electric plc (NVT) reported in this Form 8-K, filed September 16, 2026, that on September 15, 2026 it, Hoffman Schroff Holdings, Inc. and nVent Finance S.à r.l. entered into an Underwriting Agreement with BofA Securities, Inc., Citigroup Global Markets Inc. and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, as representatives of the underwriters. Under the agreement, Hoffman Schroff agreed to sell $800.0 million aggregate principal amount of its 6.150% Senior Notes due 2036 in a public offering. The Notes will be fully and unconditionally and jointly and severally guaranteed as to payment of principal and interest by nVent Electric plc and nVent Finance S.à r.l. The offering is expected to close on September 29, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. The Notes are being registered under a Form S-3 registration statement (Registration Nos. 333-293530, 333-293530-01 and 333-293530-02) filed with the SEC on February 17, 2026, and the company is filing the Underwriting Agreement with this report for purposes of that registration statement. For investors, the filing is a debt-financing disclosure: it establishes the size, coupon, maturity and guarantee structure of the new notes but does not describe the use of proceeds or any other financial results.

Sep 16, 2026 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Sep 15, 2026)

nVent Electric plc (NVT) filed this Current Report on Form 8-K on September 15, 2026, disclosing under Item 8.01 the information in Exhibit 99.1 regarding its proposed acquisition of Maverick Power, LLC. On August 21, 2026, the company entered into a membership interest purchase agreement under which its subsidiary Hoffman Schroff Holdings, Inc. will acquire Maverick Power for an aggregate purchase price of $1.75 billion, subject to customary adjustments, plus potential additional cash consideration of up to $550 million based on performance metrics in 2027 and 2028. Maverick Power is a manufacturer of engineered power distribution and infrastructure solutions for data centers, headquartered in McKinney, Texas, with about 900 employees and revenues of approximately $527 million in the twelve months ended June 30, 2026. The closing is expected in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to customary conditions including regulatory approvals. To fund the acquisition, the company describes a planned offering of notes, a new $600.0 million senior unsecured delayed draw term loan facility with a three-year maturity, and a $250.0 million conditionality draw under an amended revolving credit facility, with a $1,500.0 million senior unsecured bridge facility committed as a backstop. The filing states that the company expects total new indebtedness of approximately $1,650.0 million in connection with the acquisition, compared with $1,500.0 million of total consolidated debt as of June 30, 2026. The company notes that its indebtedness will increase materially and that the new term loan and revolving financing are not assured. The filing also lists risks including integration, unknown liabilities, and leverage-related constraints.

Sep 15, 2026 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Aug 18, 2026)

nVent Electric plc filed this Form 8-K on August 18, 2026 under Item 5.02, which covers changes in officers. The filing reports that Randolph A. Wacker, who had previously announced his intention to retire effective September 1, 2026, will instead remain with the Company. He will continue as Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer. The Board of Directors appointed him to this role on August 14, effective September 1, 2026. The change reverses the retirement disclosed in the Company's June 17, 2026 Form 8-K. The filing is narrow in scope. It does not describe financial results, compensation terms, or other corporate developments. Tyler Krutzig is unchanged and will continue as Assistant Corporate Controller. The report is signed by Gary L. Corona, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. For investors, the main takeaway is continuity in the finance and accounting leadership. The chief accounting officer role stays with an existing executive, which removes the planned transition that had been disclosed in June.

Aug 18, 2026 10-Q

nVent Electric Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2026

nVent Electric plc reported strong second-quarter 2026 results, with net sales of $1,471.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026, up from $963.1 million a year earlier, and operating income of $300.7 million versus $156.7 million. For the six months, net sales were $2,713.3 million and operating income was $496.4 million. Net income for the quarter was $215.9 million, compared with $109.5 million in the prior-year quarter. Growth was driven primarily by organic sales increases in the infrastructure vertical, including data centers, along with contribution from the Electrical Products Group acquisition completed May 1, 2025. Six-month net income was $358.3 million, down from $470.2 million, mainly because the prior-year period included a $276.5 million income from discontinued operations tied to the Thermal Management sale. Gross margin declined modestly as a percentage of net sales, reflecting inflationary cost increases, unfavorable product mix and capacity investments, partly offset by volume leverage and productivity gains. The filing notes approximately $25 million in reimbursements of IEEPA tariffs in the second quarter and first half of 2026, offset by other incremental tariffs. Segment results show Systems Protection net sales of $1,072.1 million in the quarter, up 69.6%, and Electrical Connections net sales of $399.2 million, up 20.6%. Balance sheet and cash flow metrics were solid. Cash and cash equivalents were $256.0 million, total debt was $1,500.0 million at face value, and total equity rose to $3,986.9 million. Free cash flow from continuing operations was $221.1 million for the six months, compared with $118.5 million a year earlier. The company paid $68.2 million in dividends and repurchased $50.4 million of shares in the first half, and the Board authorized a new $500.0 million repurchase program on May 16, 2026, beginning July 23, 2026. The company stated it was in compliance with all financial covenants as of June 30, 2026.

Jul 31, 2026 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 31, 2026)

nVent Electric plc filed this Form 8-K under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) to furnish a July 31, 2026 press release announcing second-quarter 2026 results and a conference call. The release reports record second-quarter sales and EPS: reported net sales of $1,471.3 million, up 53%, with organic sales up 47%. Reported diluted EPS was $1.32, up 103%, and adjusted EPS was $1.45, up 69%. Operating income was $300.7 million, and adjusted operating income was $322.7 million, up 61%. Operating cash flow from continuing operations was $188.8 million and free cash flow was $167.3 million (non-GAAP). Management raised full-year 2026 guidance. Reported sales growth is now expected at 37% to 39% (organic 32% to 34%), versus prior guidance of 26% to 28%. GAAP diluted EPS guidance is $4.29 to $4.39, up from $3.68 to $3.78, and adjusted EPS guidance is $5.00 to $5.10, up from $4.45 to $4.55. For the third quarter, the company guides reported and organic sales growth of 32% to 35% and GAAP EPS of $1.18 to $1.21, with adjusted EPS of $1.35 to $1.38. The results are reported on a continuing operations basis after the company reclassified its Thermal Management business as discontinued operations under a previously announced sale agreement. Systems Protection net sales rose 70% to $1,072.1 million in the quarter, while Electrical Connections rose 21% to $399.2 million. Balance sheet items include total assets of $7,146.3 million and long-term debt of $1,478.6 million at June 30, 2026. The company also noted a previously declared $0.21 quarterly dividend payable August 7, 2026.

Jul 31, 2026 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Jun 17, 2026)

nVent Electric plc (NVT) filed this Current Report on Form 8-K on June 17, 2026 to disclose a leadership change in its finance organization. On June 11, 2026, Randolph A. Wacker, Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, notified the company that he intends to retire effective September 1, 2026. On June 12, 2026, the Board of Directors appointed Tyler Krutzig as Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, effective September 1, 2026. Mr. Krutzig, age 39, has served as the company's Assistant Corporate Controller since 2019. Previously, he held corporate controlling and external reporting roles at Pentair plc from 2016 to 2018, and worked in the audit practice of Deloitte & Touche LLP from 2008 to 2016. In connection with his appointment, he will receive a Key Executive Employment and Severance Agreement (KEESA), in the same form applicable to other executive officers. The KEESA provides for potential severance and other benefits following a change in control if he is involuntarily terminated (other than for disability or cause) or resigns for good reason, as defined in the agreement. The filing reports no acquisitions, pro forma information, or shell company transactions. The only exhibit is the form of KEESA, incorporated by reference from the company's Form 10-K filed February 20, 2024, along with the cover page interactive data file.

Jun 17, 2026 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Shareholder Vote Results (May 18, 2026)

nVent Electric plc held its 2026 annual general meeting of shareholders on May 15, 2026, as reported in this Form 8-K under Item 5.07. As of the record date of March 18, 2026, there were 161,698,299 ordinary shares issued and outstanding and entitled to vote. A total of 139,815,402 ordinary shares, or 86.47%, were represented at the meeting. Shareholders elected all nine director nominees to one-year terms expiring at the 2027 annual general meeting. Each nominee received substantially more votes for than against; for example, Danita K. Ostling received 128,205,005 votes for and 104,422 against, while Herbert K. Parker received 124,384,620 votes for and 3,926,595 against, the largest opposition among the nominees, alongside Michael L. Ducker at 121,635,529 for and 6,678,596 against. Shareholders also approved the non-binding advisory vote on named executive officer compensation, with 122,528,143 votes for and 5,685,933 against. Shareholders ratified the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditor for the year ending December 31, 2026, with 139,044,641 votes for and 671,184 against, and authorized the Audit and Finance Committee to set the auditor's remuneration. Shareholders also approved Irish-law proposals on allotting and issuing new shares, opting out of statutory preemption rights, and the price range for re-allotting treasury shares. The preemption opt-out drew the most opposition of these, with 8,500,809 votes against and 131,149,348 for.

May 18, 2026 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 1, 2026)

nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) reported record first-quarter 2026 results, as detailed in Exhibit 99.1, a press release dated May 1, 2026. Net sales were $1,242.0 million, up 53 percent from $809.3 million, with organic growth of 34 percent. Operating income rose 51 percent to $195.7 million, and adjusted operating income rose 53 percent to $248.5 million, for an adjusted return on sales of 20.0 percent, flat year over year. GAAP diluted EPS was $0.86 from continuing operations, up 65 percent, and adjusted EPS was $1.09, up 63 percent. Systems Protection sales grew 76 percent to $894.8 million, driven by data center demand, while Electrical Connections sales grew 15 percent to $347.2 million. Backlog increased to $2.6 billion, per CEO Beth Wozniak. Management raised full-year 2026 guidance. Reported sales growth is now expected at 26 to 28 percent, versus prior guidance of 15 to 18 percent, and organic growth at 21 to 23 percent, versus 10 to 13 percent before. GAAP diluted EPS guidance is $3.68 to $3.78 (previously $3.27 to $3.42), and adjusted EPS guidance is $4.45 to $4.55 (previously $4.00 to $4.15). For the second quarter, the company expects reported sales growth of 28 to 30 percent and adjusted EPS of $1.12 to $1.15. The Thermal Management business is being reported as discontinued operations under a previously announced sale agreement, and prior periods have been reclassified. First-quarter operating cash flow from continuing operations was $89.9 million and free cash flow was $53.8 million. The company also noted a regular quarterly dividend of $0.21 per share payable May 8, 2026.

May 1, 2026 10-Q

nVent Electric Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Mar 31, 2026

nVent Electric plc reported first-quarter 2026 net sales of $1,242.0 million, up 53.5% from $809.3 million a year earlier. The filing attributes the increase to organic growth of 34.4%, acquisitions contributing 17.0% (including $137.7 million of sales from the Electrical Products Group acquisition completed May 1, 2025), and currency contributing 2.1%. Operating income rose to $195.7 million from $130.0 million, and operating margin was 15.8% compared with 16.1%. Gross margin declined to 35.9% from 38.8%, which the company attributed mainly to inflation including tariffs, investments in capacity, and unfavorable product mix. Income from continuing operations was $140.4 million, versus $87.0 million. Reported net income of $142.4 million was far below the prior-year $360.7 million, which included a $433.9 million pre-tax gain on the sale of the Thermal Management business. Growth was concentrated in the Systems Protection segment, where net sales rose 76.1% to $894.8 million and segment income was $203.1 million, or 22.7% of sales. Electrical Connections net sales rose 15.3% to $347.2 million, but segment income was flat at $84.8 million and its margin fell to 24.4% from 28.3%. Remaining performance obligations were $2,591.0 million at March 31, 2026. Cash generation and balance sheet items were mixed. Operating cash flow from continuing operations was $89.9 million, and free cash flow of continuing operations, a non-GAAP measure, was $53.8 million. Working capital increased by $128.3 million, primarily from accounts receivable. Cash and cash equivalents were $190.0 million, and total recorded debt was $1,564.7 million. The company repurchased $50.4 million of shares, leaving $96.5 million available under its 2024 authorization, and paid dividends of $34.2 million. The company stated it was in compliance with all financial covenants at March 31, 2026.

May 1, 2026 10-K

nVent Electric Annual Report, Year Ended Dec 31, 2025

nVent Electric plc (NVT) reported 2025 net sales of $3.89 billion, up 29.5% from $3.01 billion in 2024, with organic growth contributing 12.6 percentage points and acquisitions 16.3 points. Net income rose to $710.2 million from $331.8 million, but this was driven largely by $281.7 million of income from discontinued operations, mainly the gain on the sale of the Thermal Management business for $1.6 billion in net cash proceeds. Income from continuing operations was $428.5 million versus $240.8 million, and the effective tax rate fell to 22.1% from 43.9%, which reflected a $92.8 million 2024 valuation allowance that did not recur. Operating income rose 17.0% to $616.8 million, though gross margin compressed to 37.7% from 40.2% on tariff and labor inflation. The company now operates two segments. Systems Protection grew net sales 42.2% to $2.59 billion, supported by the Electrical Products Group acquisition for approximately $1.0 billion and the Trachte acquisition, and by data center demand. Electrical Connections grew 9.9% to $1.30 billion. Backlog reached $2.35 billion at December 31, 2025, up from $749.3 million, and management expects most of it to ship in 2026. Balance sheet and cash flow improved. Total debt fell to $1.56 billion from $2.16 billion after repayment of term loans, and free cash flow of continuing operations was $561.0 million versus $427.5 million. The company repurchased $253.1 million of shares in 2025, leaving $146.9 million available under the 2024 authorization, and paid dividends of $0.80 per share. The quarterly dividend was raised to $0.21 in December 2025.

Feb 17, 2026 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Feb 17, 2026)

nVent Electric plc (NVT) reported in a Form 8-K filed February 17, 2026 that, on February 16, 2026, it and its subsidiaries nVent Finance S.à r.l. and Hoffman Schroff Holdings, Inc. entered into Amendment No. 1 to the Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated June 30, 2025. The credit agreement provides for revolving, term and other financing in an aggregate principal amount of up to $875 million. The amendment allows Hoffman Schroff Holdings to be a primary borrower alongside nVent Finance, and requires nVent Finance and Hoffman to cross-guarantee each other's obligations, in addition to the parent company's guarantee of both. On the same date, the company, nVent Finance and Hoffman entered into a Sixth Supplemental Indenture to the March 26, 2018 indenture governing nVent Finance's 4.550% senior notes due 2028, 2.750% senior notes due 2031 and 5.650% senior notes due 2033. Under this supplemental indenture, Hoffman joins nVent Electric plc as a fully and unconditionally, jointly and severally liable guarantor of nVent Finance's obligations under the indenture, including the notes. The filing is administrative in nature: it reflects a restructuring of guarantor and borrower relationships within the group rather than new borrowing or a change in the notes' terms. The 8-K reports no financial results, acquisitions or pro forma information, and Items 2.03 and 9.01 are cross-references or not applicable, aside from the listed exhibits.

Feb 17, 2026 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 6, 2026)

nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) furnished an 8-K under Item 2.02 reporting fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, attaching a press release as Exhibit 99.1. Fourth-quarter 2025 net sales from continuing operations were $1,066.7 million, up 42% reported and 24% organically, with Systems Protection sales of $737 million (up 58%) and Electrical Connections sales of $330 million (up 15%). Fourth-quarter reported EPS from continuing operations was $0.71 (versus $(0.10) a year earlier), and adjusted EPS was $0.90, up 53%. Operating income was $163.8 million, and adjusted operating income was $210 million. For full-year 2025, net sales were $3,893.1 million, up 30% reported and 13% organically. Reported EPS from continuing operations was $2.60 and adjusted EPS was $3.35, up 35%. Net cash provided by operating activities from continuing operations was $649.0 million and free cash flow was $561.0 million. The company reports the Thermal Management business as discontinued operations following a previously announced sale agreement, with prior periods reclassified. For 2026, nVent guided to reported sales growth of 15% to 18% (organic growth of 10% to 13%), reported EPS of $3.27 to $3.42, and adjusted EPS of $4.00 to $4.15. First-quarter 2026 guidance calls for reported sales growth of 34% to 36% and adjusted EPS of $0.90 to $0.93. The company also announced an Investor Day in New York on February 24, 2026, where it will present its growth strategy and medium-term financial targets, and noted a regular quarterly dividend of $0.21 per share payable February 6, 2026.

Feb 6, 2026 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 31, 2025)

nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) reported third-quarter 2025 results on October 31, 2025, according to Exhibit 99.1 attached to this Item 2.02 filing. Reported net sales from continuing operations were $1,054.0 million, compared with $782.0 million a year earlier, an increase of 35%, with organic growth of 16%. Systems Protection net sales rose 50% to $715.6 million and Electrical Connections rose 11% to $338.4 million. Reported diluted EPS from continuing operations was $0.73, up from $0.47, and adjusted diluted EPS from continuing operations was $0.91. Operating income was $166.3 million, and adjusted operating income was $213.3 million. The company described the quarter as a record for orders, sales and backlog, and said it was its first billion-dollar sales quarter. Cash flow was also strong. Net cash provided by operating activities of continuing operations was $271.7 million for the quarter, and free cash flow was $253.2 million, compared with $142.9 million a year earlier. For the nine months, free cash flow was $371.7 million. Results reflect the reclassification of the Thermal Management business as discontinued operations following a previously announced sale agreement. nVent raised its full-year 2025 guidance. It now expects reported sales growth of 27% to 28% (organic 10% to 11%), GAAP diluted EPS from continuing operations of $2.57 to $2.59, and adjusted EPS of $3.31 to $3.33. For the fourth quarter, it expects reported sales growth of 31% to 33% and adjusted EPS of $0.87 to $0.89. The company also reported a regular quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share, payable November 7, 2025.

Oct 31, 2025 10-Q

nVent Electric Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Sep 30, 2025

nVent Electric plc reported third-quarter 2025 net sales of $1,054.0 million, up from $782.0 million in the prior-year quarter, with the filing attributing the increase to organic growth of 16.0%, acquisitions contributing 17.8%, and currency contributing 1.0%. Operating income rose to $166.3 million from $133.2 million, though gross margin declined to 37.4% from 39.8% of net sales, which the company attributes mainly to inflation including tariff impacts and investments in capacity. Net income was $121.2 million for the quarter versus $105.0 million a year earlier. For the nine months ended September 30, 2025, net income was $591.4 million, including $278.7 million from discontinued operations, primarily the gain on the January 30, 2025 sale of the Thermal Management business. Balance sheet and cash flow highlights include total debt of $1,602.0 million at September 30, 2025, down from $2,166.3 million at December 31, 2024, following debt repayments of $869.7 million. Cash flow from continuing operations was $426.6 million for the nine months, and free cash flow of continuing operations was $371.7 million, compared with $277.1 million a year earlier. The company spent $978.7 million to acquire the Electrical Products Group on May 1, 2025, and repurchased $253.1 million of its shares during the nine months. Goodwill increased to $2,678.8 million and intangible assets to $1,916.9 million, reflecting the acquisitions. The company reported that it was in compliance with all financial covenants as of September 30, 2025, and the board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share payable November 7, 2025. The filing states that Systems Protection and Electrical Connections represented approximately 66% and 34% of revenues in the first nine months of 2025, respectively.

Oct 31, 2025 10-Q

nVent Electric Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2025

nVent Electric plc reported net sales of $963.1 million for the second quarter of 2025, up 30.2% from $739.8 million a year earlier. Organic growth contributed 8.7 percentage points and acquisitions contributed 20.7 points. For the first six months, net sales were $1,772.4 million, up 20.4% from $1,471.9 million. Operating income rose 8.1% to $156.7 million in the quarter, but gross profit as a percentage of net sales fell 3.0 points to 38.6%, which the company attributed mainly to inflationary raw material and labor costs and investments in capacity. Net income from continuing operations rose 14.5% to $106.7 million, while total net income was $109.5 million, down 1.4%. Management cited the Electrical Products Group acquisition, which contributed $78.5 million of net sales from May 1 to June 30, 2025. First-half 2025 net income of $470.2 million was driven largely by the January 30, 2025 sale of the Thermal Management business, which produced a pre-tax gain of $435.4 million net of transaction costs. The sale generated $1,585.2 million in net cash proceeds. Against this, the company acquired the Electrical Products Group for $975.4 million in cash in May 2025, and it repaid $866.3 million of long-term debt while repurchasing $253.1 million of shares. Cash and cash equivalents were $125.8 million at June 30, 2025, and total debt principal was $1,775.0 million. Free cash flow from continuing operations was $118.5 million for the six months, compared with $134.2 million a year earlier. The company stated it was in compliance with all financial covenants. Management highlighted electrification, sustainability and digitalization megatrends, including increased use of artificial intelligence, as drivers of infrastructure sales growth, which it expects to continue through 2025 and beyond. It also flagged continuing inflation and uncertainty from tariffs and trade policy changes. The company stated that tariffs imposed in the first half of 2025 did not have a material impact on first-half results.

Aug 1, 2025 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (Aug 1, 2025)

nVent Electric plc reported record second-quarter 2025 sales, orders and backlog in its August 1, 2025 earnings release, furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Item 2.02 filing. Reported sales from continuing operations were $963 million, up 30%, with organic sales up 9%. Reported EPS from continuing operations was $0.65, up 18%, and adjusted EPS from continuing operations was $0.86, up 28%. Operating income was $157 million, up 8%, and adjusted operating income was $200 million, up 18%. Operating cash flow from continuing operations was $91 million and free cash flow was $74 million, compared with $117 million and $101 million in the second quarter of 2024. The company said the Trachte and Electrical Products Group acquisitions performed better than expected. The company raised its full-year 2025 reported sales growth guidance to 24% to 26% from 19% to 21%, and raised organic sales growth guidance to 8% to 10% from 5% to 7%. It updated full-year GAAP EPS guidance to $2.48 to $2.56 from $2.48 to $2.58, and raised adjusted EPS guidance to $3.22 to $3.30 from $3.03 to $3.13. For the third quarter of 2025, it estimates reported sales growth of 27% to 29%, organic growth of 11% to 13%, GAAP EPS of $0.67 to $0.69, and adjusted EPS of $0.86 to $0.88. The results reflect continuing operations after the previously announced agreement to sell the Thermal Management business, which is reported as discontinued operations with prior periods reclassified. Six-month income from discontinued operations was $276.5 million, largely reflecting that transaction. The company also declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share, payable August 1, 2025. Balance sheet changes included goodwill rising to $2,678.7 million from $2,221.8 million and long-term debt falling to $1,752.1 million from $2,117.5 million at year-end 2024.

Aug 1, 2025 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Jul 17, 2025)

nVent Electric plc filed a Current Report on Form 8-K dated July 17, 2025, under Item 5.02 (Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers). The filing discloses that on that date the company's board of directors increased the size of the board to ten directors and appointed Diane Leopold as a director and as a member of the Audit and Finance Committee of the board. The filing states that Ms. Leopold will participate in the company's standard non-employee director compensation arrangements, described under "Director Compensation" in the proxy statement filed with the SEC on April 1, 2025. She will also enter into a Deed of Indemnification with the company and an Indemnification Agreement with nVent Management Company, a subsidiary of the company. The forms of these agreements were previously filed as Exhibits 10.4 and 10.5 to Amendment No. 2 to the company's Form 10 Registration Statement, filed January 31, 2018. The filing contains no financial results, guidance, or operational updates. Its main significance for investors is the board expansion and the addition of a new independent director to the Audit and Finance Committee, which bears on board composition and audit oversight.

Jul 17, 2025 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Jul 17, 2025)

nVent Electric plc filed this Form 8-K under Item 5.02, which covers departures of directors or certain officers, appointments, and compensatory arrangements. The filing reports that on July 11, 2025, Jon D. Lammers, Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary, notified the Company that he intends to retire effective April 1, 2026. The filing states that the Company will conduct a search for Mr. Lammers' replacement. No successor is named in this report, and no compensation terms or other financial figures are disclosed. For investors, the main takeaway is a planned senior leadership transition in the legal function. The filing is limited to the retirement notice and the search for a successor, so the impact on the Company's operations or financial results is not addressed here. The report was signed by Beth A. Wozniak, Chief Executive Officer, on July 17, 2025.

Jul 17, 2025 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Jun 30, 2025)

On June 30, 2025, nVent Electric plc (NVT), together with its subsidiaries nVent Finance S.à r.l. and Hoffman Schroff Holdings, Inc., entered into a Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement with a syndicate of banks. The agreement provides a five-year $275.0 million senior unsecured term loan facility and a five-year $600.0 million senior unsecured revolving credit facility. It amends and restates the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated September 24, 2021. The company may request an additional increase or additional term loan tranches of up to $300.0 million, subject to customary conditions. Proceeds were used to repay in full all amounts outstanding under the Loan Agreement dated April 26, 2023 and the Term Loan Agreement dated June 21, 2024, with the remainder available for general corporate purposes. On the effective date, $275.0 million was outstanding under the term loan and $200.0 million under the revolver. The facilities are guaranteed by nVent, bear interest at benchmark rates plus an applicable margin tied to either the net leverage ratio or public debt rating, and mature on June 30, 2030. The facilities contain financial covenants limiting the consolidated debt to EBITDA ratio (generally 3.75 to 1.00, or 4.25 to 1.00 for four testing periods following certain material acquisitions) and requiring EBITDA to interest expense of at least 3.00 to 1.00. They also restrict liens, mergers, acquisitions and subsidiary debt, and include customary events of default.

Jun 30, 2025 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Shareholder Vote Results (May 16, 2025)

nVent Electric plc held its 2025 annual general meeting of shareholders on May 16, 2025. Of the 164,635,656 ordinary shares issued and outstanding and entitled to vote as of March 19, 2025, a total of 149,133,930 ordinary shares (90.58%) were represented at the meeting. Shareholders elected all nine director nominees to one-year terms expiring at the 2026 annual general meeting. Each nominee received substantially more votes for than against, with Michael L. Ducker (5,247,556 against) and Beth A. Wozniak (7,123,203 against) drawing the largest opposition. Shareholders approved the named executive officer compensation on a non-binding advisory basis, with 133,880,793 votes for, 6,809,445 against, and 254,480 abstentions. On the frequency of future say-on-pay votes, 138,772,693 shareholders recommended an annual vote, 68,462 recommended every two years, and 1,941,108 recommended every three years. The board approved holding the say-on-pay vote annually until the next frequency vote, which would occur at the 2031 annual general meeting. Shareholders also ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditor for the year ending December 31, 2025 (147,022,442 for, 1,967,400 against), and authorized the Audit and Finance Committee to set the auditor's remuneration. They approved the board's authority to allot and issue new shares under Irish law, to opt out of statutory preemption rights, and to set the price range for re-allotting treasury shares, with each proposal passing by a clear majority.

May 16, 2025 10-Q

nVent Electric Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Mar 31, 2025

nVent Electric plc reported net sales of $809.3 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, up 10.5% from $732.1 million a year earlier. The filing attributes the increase to organic growth of 1.6%, acquisitions contributing 9.8% (including $71.4 million of sales from the Trachte acquisition), and a currency effect of (0.9)%. Operating income declined slightly to $130.0 million from $131.9 million, and gross profit as a percentage of net sales fell to 38.8% from 39.7%, which the company attributes mainly to inflationary labor and raw material costs. Income from continuing operations rose to $87.0 million from $85.2 million, while free cash flow of continuing operations was $44.4 million compared with $33.6 million. Segment income for Systems Protection was $104.2 million and for Electrical Connections was $85.1 million. Net income of $360.7 million was driven by $273.7 million of income from discontinued operations, which reflects the January 30, 2025 sale of the Thermal Management business for a purchase price of $1.7 billion in cash. The sale produced a pre-tax gain of $433.9 million, net of transaction costs of $34.7 million. Cash and cash equivalents were $1,343.0 million at March 31, 2025, up from $131.2 million at December 31, 2024. During the quarter, the company repaid $392.5 million of long-term debt, leaving total debt of $1,773.8 million before unamortized issuance costs and discounts. The company also repurchased 1.0 million shares for $53.1 million and paid $33.4 million in dividends. After the quarter, on May 1, 2025, nVent acquired the enclosures, switchgear and bus systems businesses of Avail Infrastructure Solutions (the Electrical Products Group) for $975.0 million, funded with available cash on hand. The company also repurchased 3.9 million shares for $200.0 million in April 2025, leaving $346.9 million available under its 2024 repurchase authorization as of March 31, 2025. Management expects inflationary cost increases, including tariff-related impacts, to continue throughout 2025.

May 2, 2025 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 2, 2025)

nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) reported first-quarter 2025 results on May 2, 2025, as described in Exhibit 99.1, a press release attached to this Item 2.02 filing. Reported net sales from continuing operations were $809 million, up 11%, with organic growth of 2%. Reported EPS from continuing operations was $0.52, up 2%, and adjusted EPS from continuing operations was $0.67, up 10%. Operating income was $130 million, down 1%, while adjusted operating income rose 4% to $162 million. Net cash provided by operating activities of continuing operations was $64 million, and free cash flow was $44 million, up 32%. Management raised full-year 2025 guidance. Reported sales growth is now expected at 19% to 21% (previously 8% to 10%), with organic growth of 5% to 7%. The raised outlook includes the Avail Electrical Products Group acquisition, which closed the day before the release, and reflects strength in data centers and power utilities as well as tariffs. Full-year GAAP EPS guidance is $2.48 to $2.58 and adjusted EPS guidance is $3.03 to $3.13, both up from prior ranges. For the second quarter, the company expects reported sales growth of 22% to 24% and adjusted EPS of $0.77 to $0.79. The Thermal Management divestiture closed early in the quarter and is presented as discontinued operations, which drove a $273.7 million income from discontinued operations in the period and total net income of $360.7 million. The balance sheet shows cash and cash equivalents of $1,343.0 million at March 31, 2025, up from $131.2 million at year-end, and long-term debt fell to $1,748.1 million from $2,117.5 million. The board's regular quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share is payable May 9, 2025.

May 2, 2025 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Mar 11, 2025)

On March 11, 2025, nVent Electric plc announced the appointment of Gary Corona as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective March 31, 2025. Corona, age 51, is currently Senior Vice President, Corporate Finance of Medtronic plc, a role he has held since serving as Medtronic's interim Chief Financial Officer from August 2024 until March 2025. Previously he held finance roles at General Mills, Inc. over a 26-year tenure, most recently as Vice President, Corporate Finance from 2020 to 2023. Sara E. Zawoyski, currently Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Interim President of Systems Protection (formerly Enclosures), will remain CFO until the effective date, at which point she becomes President of Systems Protection and ceases to be Chief Financial Officer. Compensation for Corona includes an annual base salary of $600,000, a target annual incentive of 80% of base salary (pro-rated for 2025), a 2025 long-term incentive award of restricted stock units with a grant date fair value of $1,500,000 vesting ratably over three years, a $500,000 new hire cash bonus subject to repayment if he voluntarily leaves within two years, and a new hire restricted stock unit award with a grant date fair value of $2,500,000 cliff vesting four years after grant. He will also enter a Key Executive Employment and Severance Agreement, effective on his start date, providing severance and benefits after a change in control under certain termination conditions.

Mar 11, 2025 10-K

nVent Electric Annual Report, Year Ended Dec 31, 2024

nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) reported net sales of $3,006.1 million for 2024, up 12.6% from $2,668.9 million in 2023, with the increase driven by acquisitions (10.3 percentage points) and organic growth of 2.4%. Operating income rose 13.9% to $527.1 million, but net income fell to $331.8 million from $567.1 million, largely because income from continuing operations dropped to $240.8 million from $459.7 million. The decline reflects a $92.8 million non-cash valuation allowance on Luxembourg deferred tax assets, which pushed the effective tax rate to 43.9%, along with higher net interest expense of $106.0 million. Diluted earnings per share were $1.97, compared with $3.37 in 2023. The company is in the process of exiting its Thermal Management business, which it agreed to sell to an affiliate of Brookfield Asset Management for $1.7 billion in cash. The sale closed on January 30, 2025, with cash proceeds of $1.65 billion, subject to customary adjustments, and the business is presented as discontinued operations. Acquisitions in 2024 included Trachte, LLC for approximately $687.5 million in cash. Total debt was $2.2 billion at year end, and the company was in compliance with its financial covenants. Free cash flow of continuing operations was $427.5 million in 2024, and total free cash flow including discontinued operations was $562.0 million. Order backlog rose to $749.3 million at December 31, 2024, from $462.8 million, mainly due to the Trachte acquisition. Management expects inflationary cost increases, including the impact of tariffs, to continue into 2025. The company also plans to rename its Enclosures and Electrical & Fastening Solutions segments to Systems Protection and Electrical Connections in the first quarter of 2025.

Feb 18, 2025 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 6, 2025)

nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) filed this Form 8-K on February 6, 2025 under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) to furnish a press release announcing its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 results and a related conference call. For Q4 2024, reported net sales from continuing operations were $752 million, up 9%, while organic sales decreased 1%. Reported EPS from continuing operations was $(0.10), compared with $1.26 in the prior-year quarter, while adjusted EPS was $0.59, up 7%. Reported Q4 operating income was $117 million, flat year over year, and adjusted operating income was $158 million, up 12%. For full-year 2024, net sales were $3.0 billion, up 13%, with organic sales up 2%. Reported EPS from continuing operations was $1.43, down 48%, while adjusted EPS was $2.49, up 7%. Full-year cash flow from operating activities from continuing operations was $501 million and free cash flow from continuing operations was $427 million. The company attributed the year to its 2024 acquisition of Trachte and the recently completed sale of its Thermal Management business, which is reported as discontinued operations. For 2025, nVent guided to reported sales growth of 8% to 10% (organic growth of 4% to 6%), reported EPS of $2.45 to $2.55, and adjusted EPS of $2.98 to $3.08. For the first quarter of 2025, it guided to reported sales growth of 7% to 9% and reported EPS of $0.52 to $0.54, with adjusted EPS of $0.65 to $0.67. The company also noted a regular quarterly dividend of $0.20 per ordinary share payable February 7, 2025.

Feb 6, 2025 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Acquisition Completed (Feb 4, 2025)

On January 30, 2025, nVent Electric plc completed the sale of its Thermal Management business to BCP VI Summit Holdings LP, an affiliate of funds managed by Brookfield Asset Management, under a Share and Asset Purchase Agreement dated July 31, 2024. nVent received approximately $1.7 billion in cash from the buyer, subject to customary post-closing adjustments. The filing states that the purchase price is expected to be finalized within approximately 150 days of the closing and may differ materially from the estimates used in the pro forma statements. The filing includes unaudited pro forma condensed consolidated financial statements that present Thermal Management as a discontinued operation. On a pro forma basis as of September 30, 2024, cash and cash equivalents rise to $1,717.1 million from $137.1 million historically, and total assets rise to $7,258.2 million from $6,918.0 million. The pro forma balance sheet also records an estimated tax liability of $180.0 million associated with the taxable gain and a $304.7 million after-tax gain, net of transaction fees and expenses, within retained earnings. For fiscal 2023, pro forma net sales from continuing operations are $2,668.9 million compared with historical net sales of $3,263.6 million, and pro forma diluted earnings per share are $2.77 compared with historical diluted earnings per share of $3.37. The pro forma statements exclude estimated synergies, dis-synergy costs, and any gain on the sale from continuing operations. nVent also entered into a Transition Services Agreement with the buyer under which it will provide certain post-closing services for up to nine months, with options to extend up to fifteen months in total. The pro forma statements reflect estimated income from this arrangement as a reduction to selling, general and administrative expense for 2023. The full purchase agreement is filed as Exhibit 2.1.

Feb 4, 2025 10-Q

nVent Electric Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Sep 30, 2024

nVent Electric plc reported net sales of $782.0 million for the third quarter of 2024, up 9.4% from $715.0 million a year earlier, and $2,253.9 million for the first nine months, up 13.9% from $1,978.4 million. The filing attributes the growth mainly to acquisitions, which contributed $58.6 million of sales in the quarter and $208.1 million in the first nine months, along with organic growth in the infrastructure vertical. Operating income rose to $133.2 million in the quarter from $126.2 million, and to $410.0 million for the nine months from $345.2 million. Net income from continuing operations was $78.9 million in the quarter versus $81.9 million a year earlier, and total net income was $105.0 million versus $105.5 million. Results for the nine months were $257.3 million from continuing operations and $321.1 million in total. Higher net interest expense of $30.4 million in the quarter, and an effective tax rate of 22.3% versus 17.6%, reduced the bottom line. The balance sheet and capital structure changed substantially during the period. Total recorded debt rose to $2,270.0 million at September 30, 2024 from $1,792.5 million at December 31, 2023, mainly to fund the $691.3 million cash acquisition of Trachte, LLC, completed July 16, 2024, which was partly financed with a new $500.0 million 2024 Term Loan Facility. The company also agreed on July 31, 2024 to sell its Thermal Management business to BCP Acquisitions LLC, an affiliate of funds managed by Brookfield Asset Management, for $1.7 billion in cash, expected to close by early 2025 subject to regulatory approvals. That business is presented as discontinued operations, contributing $26.1 million of net income in the quarter. The company repurchased $100.0 million of shares in the first nine months, leaving $400.0 million available under its 2024 authorization, and paid a quarterly dividend of $0.19 per share. Cash and cash equivalents were $137.1 million at quarter-end. Net cash provided by operating activities was $418.5 million for the nine months, and total free cash flow was $365.9 million, compared with $250.0 million a year earlier. Management stated it was in compliance with all financial covenants and that there is no material uncertainty about its ability to meet them. Management also disclosed that it is integrating Trachte's internal controls and augmenting company-wide controls, and it concluded that disclosure controls were effective.

Nov 1, 2024 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (Nov 1, 2024)

nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) reported third-quarter 2024 results on November 1, 2024, per Exhibit 99.1, with the Thermal Management business now reported as discontinued operations for the current and all prior periods. Reported sales from continuing operations were $782 million, up 9%, with organic growth of 1%. Reported EPS from continuing operations was $0.47 and adjusted EPS from continuing operations was $0.63. Total EPS including discontinued operations was $0.62, and total adjusted EPS was $0.84. Operating income was $133 million, up 6%, and adjusted operating income was $168 million, up 4%. Cash generation was a highlight. Net cash from operating activities of continuing operations was $158 million, up from $123 million a year earlier, and free cash flow from continuing operations was $143 million, up from $107 million. The company updated full-year 2024 guidance to a continuing operations basis, estimating reported sales growth of about 13%, organic growth of about 3%, GAAP EPS of $1.99 to $2.01, and adjusted EPS of $2.49 to $2.51. For the fourth quarter, it estimates GAAP EPS of $0.45 to $0.47 and adjusted EPS of $0.58 to $0.60. Management stated it expects the pending sale of the Thermal Management business to close by early 2025, and that the Trachte acquisition is off to a good start. The company also declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.19 per share, payable on November 1, 2024. The filing's forward-looking statements flag risks including completion of the Thermal Management sale on expected terms, tariffs, currency and commodity volatility, and integration of acquisitions.

Nov 1, 2024 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Aug 6, 2024)

On July 31, 2024, nVent Electric plc ("nVent") entered into a Share and Asset Purchase Agreement with BCP Acquisitions LLC ("Buyer"), an affiliate of funds managed by Brookfield Asset Management, to sell its Thermal Management business (the "Business") for an aggregate purchase price of $1.70 billion in cash, plus the assumption by Buyer of certain specified liabilities of the Business. The Purchase Price is subject to adjustment for net working capital against a specified target, increased by cash and decreased by indebtedness as of the closing. Closing is subject to customary conditions, including completion of a pre-closing reorganization, expiration or termination of the Hart-Scott-Rodino waiting period, receipt of certain antitrust and foreign direct investment approvals without a "Burdensome Condition," and the absence of any law or order prohibiting the transaction. Closing will occur on the tenth business day after all conditions are satisfied or waived. Either party may terminate if closing has not occurred by April 30, 2025, and Buyer agrees to pay nVent a termination fee of $136 million in specified circumstances, such as a Buyer breach or failure to close when required. The agreement includes customary representations, warranties, and covenants, including interim operating covenants, reasonable best efforts obligations on regulatory approvals, a non-compete restricting nVent and its affiliates from competing with the Business (subject to exceptions), and indemnification rights for certain tax and assumed or retained liabilities. Buyer has obtained representations and warranties insurance covering certain breaches by nVent, subject to deductibles, exclusions, and policy limits. The filing refers to the full Purchase Agreement as Exhibit 2.1.

Aug 6, 2024 10-Q

nVent Electric Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2024

nVent Electric plc reported second-quarter 2024 net sales of $880.3 million, up from $803.0 million in the second quarter of 2023, an increase the filing attributes primarily to acquisitions (contributing 6.4 percentage points) and volume growth. Operating income rose to $167.8 million from $146.7 million, but net income declined slightly to $111.0 million from $112.9 million, mainly because the prior-year period included a $10.2 million gain on sale of an investment and the effective tax rate rose to 22.3% from 15.8%. For the six months, net sales were $1,754.9 million (up 13.7%), net income was $216.1 million, and diluted earnings per share were $1.28 versus $1.23. Cash generation improved, with operating cash flow of $220.8 million for the first half of 2024 compared with $146.6 million a year earlier, and free cash flow (a non-GAAP measure defined in the filing) of $186.5 million versus $114.5 million. Cash and cash equivalents were $274.0 million at June 30, 2024, and total recorded debt was $1,777.5 million. The company stated it was in compliance with all financial covenants. The filing's most significant developments are subsequent events. On July 16, 2024, nVent completed the acquisition of the parent of Trachte, LLC for approximately $695.0 million in cash, funded mainly through its 2024 Term Loan Facility and Revolving Credit Facility. On July 31, 2024, it agreed to sell its Thermal Management business to BCP Acquisitions LLC, an affiliate of funds managed by Brookfield Asset Management, for $1.7 billion in cash, with closing expected by early 2025, subject to regulatory approvals.

Aug 6, 2024 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (Aug 6, 2024)

nVent Electric plc filed an 8-K under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) to furnish a press release announcing second quarter 2024 results, attached as Exhibit 99.1. The company reported record second-quarter net sales of $880.3 million, up 10% (organic growth of 4%). Operating income rose 14% to $167.8 million, and net income was $111.0 million. Diluted EPS was $0.66, down 1%, while adjusted EPS was $0.82, up 6%. Net cash from operating activities was $130.8 million, up 69%, and free cash flow was $112.3 million, up 81%. Management raised its full-year 2024 reported sales growth guidance to 11% to 13%, from 8% to 10% previously, and kept organic sales growth guidance at 3% to 5%. GAAP EPS guidance was updated to $2.69 to $2.75 (previously $2.74 to $2.82), and adjusted EPS guidance was narrowed to $3.23 to $3.29 (previously $3.22 to $3.30). The raised sales outlook includes the Trachte acquisition, which has closed, but does not reflect the pending divestiture of the Thermal Management business. For the third quarter, the company expects reported sales growth of 8% to 10%, organic growth of 2% to 4%, and adjusted EPS of $0.80 to $0.82. The company also described a portfolio transformation through the agreement to sell its Thermal Management business and the Trachte acquisition. A regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.19 per share was paid on August 2, 2024. Segment results were mixed: Enclosures net sales rose 10% with organic growth of 9%, while Electrical & Fastening Solutions organic sales declined 5%, and Thermal Management net sales rose 3%.

Aug 6, 2024 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Obligation (Jun 24, 2024)

nVent Electric plc entered into a Term Loan Agreement on June 21, 2024, to help finance its previously announced acquisition of Trachte, LLC's parent company, Warrior Intermediate Parent, LLC. The Purchase Agreement, dated June 5, 2024, sets an aggregate purchase price of $695 million, subject to customary adjustments. The acquisition is being pursued through a Membership Purchase Interest Agreement with Warrior Ultimate Parent, LLC, Warrior Intermediate Parent, LLC, and Hoffman Schroff Holdings, Inc. The financing is a two-year, $500.0 million senior unsecured term loan facility, with nVent Finance S.à r.l. as borrower and nVent as guarantor. No loans were outstanding as of June 21, 2024, and nVent Finance and nVent intend to borrow the full $500.0 million to fund a portion of the purchase price and related fees and expenses. Funding is conditioned on the acquisition closing substantially concurrently, among other conditions, including the absence of a material adverse effect on the Company since June 5, 2024. Ticking fees of 0.15% per annum on undrawn commitments begin accruing September 4, 2024. The facility carries interest at an adjusted base rate or adjusted term SOFR plus an applicable margin, and can be prepaid without penalty or premium, subject to customary breakage costs. It includes financial covenants capping the consolidated debt-to-EBITDA ratio at 3.75 to 1.00 (or 4.25 to 1.00 for four testing periods in connection with certain material acquisitions) and requiring a minimum EBITDA-to-cash-interest ratio of 3.00 to 1.00. Covenants also restrict liens, mergers, acquisitions and subsidiary debt.

Jun 24, 2024 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Shareholder Vote Results (May 20, 2024)

nVent Electric plc held its 2024 annual general meeting of shareholders on May 17, 2024. Of the 165,954,829 ordinary shares outstanding and entitled to vote as of March 20, 2024, 151,265,848 ordinary shares (91.15%) were represented at the meeting. Shareholders elected all nine director nominees to one-year terms expiring at the 2025 annual general meeting. Support varied by nominee: Sherry A. Aaholm, Susan M. Cameron, Danita K. Ostling, Nicola Palmer, and Greg Scheu each received more than 141 million votes for, while Herbert K. Parker received 134,126,260 votes for and 9,179,318 against, and Beth A. Wozniak received 138,637,558 votes for and 4,563,307 against. Shareholders also approved, by non-binding advisory vote, the compensation of the named executive officers, with 138,595,323 votes for and 4,030,760 against. Shareholders ratified, by non-binding advisory vote, the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditor for the year ending December 31, 2024, and authorized the Audit and Finance Committee to set the auditor's remuneration. The meeting also approved four Irish-law proposals: authorizing the Board to allot and issue new shares, authorizing the Board to opt out of statutory preemption rights, and setting the price range at which the Company can re-allot treasury shares.

May 20, 2024 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Executive Changes (May 9, 2024)

nVent Electric plc (NVT) filed this Form 8-K on May 9, 2024 under Item 5.02 (Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers) to disclose a leadership change in its Enclosures business. Joseph A. Ruzynski, President of Enclosures, informed the company on May 3, 2024 of his decision to resign to pursue another employment opportunity. His resignation is expected to become effective May 31, 2024. Until a successor is appointed, Sara E. Zawoyski, the company's Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will serve as interim President of Enclosures upon the effectiveness of Mr. Ruzynski's resignation. She will also continue as Chief Financial Officer. The filing contains no financial results, guidance, or financial figures. For investors, the main takeaways are an executive departure in one operating segment and the added interim responsibilities of the CFO, with a permanent Enclosures president still to be named.

May 9, 2024 10-Q

nVent Electric Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Mar 31, 2024

nVent Electric plc reported first-quarter 2024 net sales of $874.6 million, up from $740.6 million in the first quarter of 2023, with the filing attributing the 18.1 percent increase primarily to $97.8 million of sales from the ECM Industries and TEXA Industries acquisitions, plus organic growth of 4.8 percent. Operating income rose to $159.2 million from $124.1 million, and net income increased to $105.1 million from $93.8 million. Diluted earnings per share were $0.62 versus $0.56. Gross margin slipped to 40.6 percent of net sales from 40.9 percent, which management attributed mainly to inflationary labor cost increases, while SG&A fell to 20.1 percent of net sales from 21.9 percent. Net interest expense more than doubled to $22.2 million from $7.8 million, reflecting debt raised to finance the ECM Industries acquisition, and the effective tax rate rose to 22.6 percent from 18.5 percent, driven by the Pillar II global minimum tax. Cash flow from operations was $90.0 million compared with $69.4 million a year earlier, and free cash flow, a non-GAAP measure the company defines as operating cash flow less capital expenditures plus proceeds from asset sales, was $74.2 million versus $52.5 million. Cash and cash equivalents ended the quarter at $211.4 million, and total debt was $1,785.0 million on a recorded basis. The company paid $31.9 million in dividends ($0.19 per share) and made no share repurchases in the quarter, leaving $81.8 million available under its 2021 authorization, which expires July 22, 2024. Across segments, Enclosures net sales grew 12.5 percent to $439.9 million, Electrical & Fastening Solutions grew 42.1 percent to $292.2 million (largely acquisition-driven), and Thermal Management declined 1.0 percent to $142.5 million. The company stated it was in compliance with all financial covenants as of March 31, 2024.

May 3, 2024 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 3, 2024)

nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) reported first quarter 2024 results on May 3, 2024, describing record sales of $875 million, up 18% reported and 5% organically. Reported diluted EPS was $0.62, up 11%, while adjusted EPS was $0.77, up 15%. Operating income rose to $159 million from $124 million, and segment income on an adjusted basis was $192 million versus $148 million a year earlier. Segment-level results were mixed: Enclosures net sales were $440 million, up 13% (11% organic), while Electrical & Fastening Solutions grew 42% reported but declined 3% organically, and Thermal Management was roughly flat at $143 million. Cash generation was strong in the quarter. Net cash from operating activities was $90 million compared with $69 million a year earlier, and free cash flow was $74 million versus $52 million. Cash and cash equivalents ended the quarter at $211.4 million, up from $185.1 million at year-end 2023. Net interest expense rose to $22.2 million from $7.8 million, and the effective tax rate increased to 22.6% from 18.5%. For full-year 2024, nVent continues to expect reported sales growth of 8% to 10% and organic growth of 3% to 5%. It raised adjusted EPS guidance to $3.22 to $3.30 from $3.17 to $3.27, and GAAP EPS guidance to $2.74 to $2.82 from $2.73 to $2.83. Second-quarter guidance calls for reported sales growth of 10% to 12% and adjusted EPS of $0.81 to $0.83. The company also noted a regular quarterly dividend of $0.19 per share payable May 10, 2024.

May 3, 2024 10-K

nVent Electric Annual Report, Year Ended Dec 31, 2023

nVent Electric plc, a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions, reported net sales of $3.26 billion for 2023, up 12.2% from $2.91 billion in 2022, driven by the ECM Industries and TEXA Industries acquisitions and selling price increases. Operating income rose to $587.4 million from $440.4 million, and net income increased to $567.1 million from $399.8 million. Gross profit margin expanded to 41.1% of net sales from 37.7%, reflecting selling price increases and productivity gains, partly offset by a $17.7 million inventory step-up expense tied to ECM Industries. Net income was also boosted by a $72.0 million deferred tax asset recognition in Switzerland and a $93.2 million benefit related to Luxembourg tax losses, which produced a net income tax benefit of $67.6 million for the year. The company closed the approximately $1.1 billion cash acquisition of ECM Investors, LLC (parent of ECM Industries) in May 2023, funded primarily by a $500.0 million 5.650% senior notes due 2033 and a $300.0 million 2023 Term Loan Facility. Total debt rose to $1.8 billion at December 31, 2023, from $1.1 billion a year earlier. Operating cash flow was $528.1 million and free cash flow was $464.6 million. Backlog at year-end was $639.1 million, up 5.2% from 2022. The filing also notes that the company is exiting its Russian operations and expects Pillar II global minimum tax rules to negatively affect its effective tax rate beginning in 2024. Investors should note the increased leverage, the Q4 2023 dividend increase to $0.19 per quarter declared on February 20, 2024, and that the company remained in compliance with its debt covenants as of year-end. The 2021 share repurchase authorization had $81.8 million remaining at December 31, 2023 and expires July 22, 2024.

Feb 20, 2024 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 6, 2024)

nVent Electric plc reported record fourth-quarter and full-year 2023 results in its February 6, 2024 earnings release (Exhibit 99.1). Fourth-quarter sales were $861 million, up 16%, with organic growth of 2%. Fourth-quarter reported EPS was $1.51, up 61%, and adjusted EPS was $0.78, up 18%. Full-year sales were $3.3 billion, up 12%, with organic growth of 3%. Full-year reported EPS was $3.37, up 42%, and adjusted EPS was $3.06, up 28%. Full-year 2023 operating income was $587 million, up 33%, and segment income was $721 million, up 38%. Net cash from operating activities was $528 million and free cash flow was $465 million. The company cited two acquisitions that added over $400 million in annualized sales, and said Data Solutions grew over 20%. Net cash provided by operating activities for the full year was $528.1 million, and the balance sheet showed goodwill of $2,571.1 million and long-term debt of $1,748.8 million at year-end. For 2024, nVent guided reported sales growth of 8% to 10% and organic sales growth of 3% to 5%, with GAAP EPS of $2.73 to $2.83 and adjusted EPS of $3.17 to $3.27. Both figures include an approximate $0.11 negative impact from changes in global tax standards. For the first quarter of 2024, the company expects reported sales growth of 16% to 18% and adjusted EPS of $0.72 to $0.74. The Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.19 per share, payable February 2, 2024.

Feb 6, 2024 10-Q

nVent Electric Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Sep 30, 2023

nVent Electric plc reported third-quarter 2023 net sales of $858.8 million, up 15.2% from $745.2 million a year earlier, with net income of $105.5 million versus $93.4 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.63 versus $0.55. The filing attributes the sales increase primarily to $104.3 million of sales from the ECM Industries and TEXA Industries acquisitions and favorable foreign currency effects. Volume declined 3.4% in the quarter, while price contributed 3.6%. Gross profit as a percentage of net sales rose to 41.1% for the first nine months, and operating income reached $427.0 million, or 17.8% of net sales, for the nine-month period. Management cited selling price increases and productivity gains as the main drivers, partly offset by labor inflation and $17.7 million of inventory step-up expense tied to ECM Industries in the nine months. The company's balance sheet changed materially in 2023. nVent acquired ECM Industries for approximately $1.1 billion in cash on May 18, 2023, funded primarily by a $500.0 million 5.650% senior notes due 2033 and a $300.0 million 2023 term loan facility. Total debt rose to $1,873.8 million at September 30, 2023 from $1,088.8 million at December 31, 2022, and cash fell to $113.3 million from $297.5 million. Net interest expense for the third quarter was $25.5 million versus $8.1 million a year earlier. Nine-month operating cash flow was $291.6 million, and the company reported free cash flow of $250.0 million, a non-GAAP measure. Management stated it was in compliance with all financial covenants. Other items for investors include a $0.175 quarterly dividend declared September 26, 2023, $127.3 million remaining under the 2021 share repurchase authorization, and the company's exit from Russia in response to the conflict with Ukraine. The filing also flags that the Pillar II global minimum tax regime could negatively affect the effective tax rate beginning in 2024. Management identified ECM Industries integration as an ongoing internal control priority.

Oct 27, 2023 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 27, 2023)

nVent Electric plc reported third-quarter 2023 results on October 27, 2023, with sales of $859 million, up 15% from $745 million a year earlier, and organic sales essentially flat (up slightly). Reported EPS was $0.63, up 15%, and adjusted EPS was $0.84, up 27%. Operating income was $156 million, up 30%, while segment income on an adjusted basis was $202 million, up 40%, with adjusted return on sales of 23.5% versus 19.3%. Net cash from operating activities was $145 million and free cash flow was $136 million (reported in the release as $135.5 million), compared with $126 million a year earlier. The company raised its adjusted EPS guidance for full-year 2023 to $3.01 to $3.03 from $2.85 to $2.91, while lowering its reported sales growth outlook to 12% to 13% from 13% to 15% and organic sales growth to 3% to 4% from 4% to 6%. Management attributed the lower sales outlook in part to expected continued channel inventory adjustments in the fourth quarter. GAAP EPS guidance was raised to $2.46 to $2.48 from $2.30 to $2.36. For the fourth quarter, the company expects reported sales growth of 15% to 17% (1% to 3% organic) and adjusted EPS of $0.73 to $0.75. The filing also notes that the Board approved a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.175 per share, payable November 3, 2023. Balance sheet data show long-term debt rising to $1,831.5 million at September 30, 2023 from $1,068.2 million at December 31, 2022, reflecting acquisition financing, including the ECM Industries and TEXA Industries acquisitions that management described as performing well.

Oct 27, 2023 10-Q

nVent Electric Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2023

nVent Electric plc reported second-quarter 2023 net sales of $803.0 million, up from $727.5 million a year earlier, with net income of $112.9 million versus $79.9 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.67 versus $0.48. For the six months ended June 30, 2023, net sales were $1,543.6 million and net income was $206.7 million. The filing attributes the sales increase primarily to the ECM Industries acquisition, which contributed $49.7 million of sales since its May 18, 2023 close, along with price increases and organic growth in the infrastructure and industrial businesses, partly offset by unfavorable currency effects. Gross margin expanded, with gross profit at 41.3% of net sales in the quarter versus 36.8% a year earlier, though the filing notes a $5.9 million inventory step-up expense tied to the acquisition. The acquisition was funded largely with debt. Total debt rose to $1,981.2 million at June 30, 2023 from $1,088.8 million at December 31, 2022, following the issuance of $500.0 million of 5.650% senior notes due 2033 and a $300.0 million 2023 term loan facility. Cash and cash equivalents declined to $138.5 million from $297.5 million, and the company reported $1,091.8 million of acquisition cash outflows for the six months. The filing states the company was in compliance with all financial covenants, with no material uncertainty about its ability to meet them, and that it elected a higher leverage covenant threshold of 4.25 to 1.00 for four quarters following the ECM acquisition. The company also disclosed a July 10, 2023 acquisition of TEXA Industries for approximately $38.5 million in cash, a $4.3 million non-cash tax benefit from a valuation allowance release, and a quarterly dividend of $0.175 per share payable August 4, 2023. The filing identifies continued inflationary cost pressure, primarily labor-related, and notes that the company is exiting its Russian business operations and expects Pillar II global minimum tax changes to potentially affect its effective tax rate beginning in 2024.

Jul 28, 2023 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 28, 2023)

nVent Electric plc (NYSE: NVT) reported second quarter 2023 results on July 28, 2023, with net sales of $803 million, up 10% from $728 million a year earlier, and organic sales up 4%. Reported diluted EPS was $0.67, up 40%, and adjusted EPS was $0.77, up 35%. Operating income rose to $147 million from $105 million, and segment income rose to $181 million from $125 million, with adjusted return on sales of 22.6% versus 17.2% in the prior-year quarter. Cash flow from operations was $77 million and free cash flow was $62 million, both up from the prior-year quarter. The Electrical & Fastening Solutions segment led growth, with net sales of $267 million, up 33% and organic growth of 8%, while Enclosures grew 5% (5% organic) and Thermal Management declined 6% (down 5% organically). Management cited the ECM Industries and TEXA Industries acquisitions and said artificial intelligence-driven demand is boosting its data solutions offerings, particularly liquid cooling. nVent raised its full-year 2023 guidance. Reported sales growth is now expected at 13% to 15%, up from 4% to 6%, including acquisitions, while organic sales growth is unchanged at 4% to 6%. Full-year adjusted EPS guidance rose to $2.85 to $2.91 from $2.65 to $2.73, and GAAP EPS guidance is $2.30 to $2.36. For the third quarter, the company expects reported sales up 16% to 18%, including 1% to 3% organic growth, and adjusted EPS of $0.72 to $0.74.

Jul 28, 2023 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Shareholder Vote Results (May 16, 2023)

nVent Electric plc (NVT) reported the results of its 2023 annual general meeting of shareholders, held on May 12, 2023. Of 165,666,982 ordinary shares outstanding and entitled to vote as of March 17, 2023, a total of 150,563,705 ordinary shares (90.88%) were represented at the meeting. Shareholders elected all ten director nominees to one-year terms expiring at the 2024 annual general meeting. Each nominee received substantially more votes for than against. Beth A. Wozniak received the most opposition, with 4,783,385 votes against, while Sherry A. Aaholm and Herbert K. Parker drew 1,628,264 and 1,682,217 votes against, respectively. Shareholders also approved, on a non-binding advisory basis, the compensation of the named executive officers, with 134,422,007 votes for and 5,916,054 against. Shareholders ratified the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditor for the year ending December 31, 2023, with 150,077,637 votes for and 300,380 against, and authorized the Audit and Finance Committee to set the auditor's remuneration. Shareholders also approved proposals authorizing the Board to allot and issue new shares under Irish law, to opt out of statutory preemption rights, and to set the price range for re-allotting treasury shares. The Board's share-issuance and preemption-opt-out authorities received 148,699,073 and 142,694,718 votes for, respectively.

May 16, 2023 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Obligation (May 3, 2023)

On May 3, 2023, nVent Electric plc and its subsidiary nVent Finance S.à r.l. completed a public offering of $500.0 million aggregate principal amount of 5.650% Senior Notes due 2033, fully and unconditionally guaranteed by nVent Electric plc. The Notes were issued under a base indenture dated March 26, 2018, as supplemented, with interest payable semi-annually beginning November 15, 2023, and are subject to interest rate adjustment based on certain rating events. The company stated it intends to use the net proceeds of the offering, together with a five-year $300.0 million senior unsecured term loan facility entered into on April 26, 2023, plus cash on hand and/or revolving credit facility borrowings, to fund the acquisition of ECM Investors, LLC, parent of ECM Industries, LLC, for $1.1 billion, and to pay related fees and expenses. Any remaining net proceeds would be used for general corporate purposes. The Notes include a special mandatory redemption feature at 101% of principal, plus accrued interest, if the ECM Industries acquisition is not consummated by the outside date of September 28, 2023 (extendable to November 27, 2023), or if the Merger Agreement dated April 1, 2023 is terminated. The Notes are registered under a Form S-3 filed October 29, 2021.

May 3, 2023 8-K

nVent Electric 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 28, 2023)

nVent Electric plc reported first quarter 2023 results on April 28, 2023, with sales of $741 million, up 7% from the prior year and up 8% organically. GAAP diluted EPS was $0.56, up 40%, and adjusted EPS was $0.67, up 34%. Operating income rose to $124 million from $90 million, and segment income rose to $148 million from $110 million, with adjusted return on sales at 20.0% versus 15.9%. Net cash provided by operating activities was $69 million and free cash flow was $52 million, compared with $3 million of usage a year earlier. All three segments grew sales in the quarter except Thermal Management, which was down 3% reported and flat organically. Enclosures and Electrical & Fastening Solutions drove the results, with segment return on sales of 21.1% and 29.8%, respectively. Management, quoted in the release, cited strength across verticals, new product contributions, and margin expansion. nVent raised its full-year 2023 guidance, now calling for reported sales growth of 4% to 6% (previously 3% to 5%), unchanged organic growth of 4% to 6%, GAAP EPS of $2.27 to $2.35 and adjusted EPS of $2.65 to $2.73. Second-quarter guidance calls for 3% to 5% sales growth and adjusted EPS of $0.66 to $0.68. The outlook excludes the pending ECM Industries acquisition, which is expected to close in the second quarter and be accretive to adjusted EPS in 2023. The Board's regular quarterly dividend of $0.175 per share is payable May 12, 2023.

Apr 28, 2023 10-Q

nVent Electric Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Mar 31, 2023

nVent Electric plc reported first-quarter 2023 net sales of $740.6 million, up 6.6% from $694.7 million a year earlier, driven primarily by price (8.1 points of organic growth contribution) and partly offset by unfavorable currency (-1.8). Operating income rose to $124.1 million from $90.1 million, and net income increased to $93.8 million from $67.8 million. Diluted EPS was $0.56 versus $0.40. Gross profit as a percentage of net sales improved to 40.9% from 35.6%, reflecting pricing actions and lean/supply chain savings, partially offset by labor inflation. Net cash provided by operating activities was $69.4 million, and free cash flow was $52.5 million, compared with $(2.7) million in the prior-year period. The most significant development for investors is the April 1, 2023 agreement to acquire ECM Industries, the parent of ECM Industries, LLC, for $1.1 billion, subject to customary adjustments, with closing expected in the second quarter of 2023 pending regulatory approval. Financing includes a $300.0 million five-year senior unsecured term loan (2023 Term Loan Facility) entered April 26, 2023, and a $500.0 million offering of 5.650% Senior Notes due 2033 priced April 24, 2023. A bridge facility of up to $800.0 million was committed and is being replaced by these instruments. The filing notes that indebtedness is expected to increase materially, and total debt was $1,088.8 million at December 31, 2022. At March 31, 2023, cash and cash equivalents were $303.1 million, total debt (recorded) was $1,085.0 million, and the company stated it was in compliance with all financial covenants. Management cited continued inflationary cost pressures, particularly labor, and the ongoing effects of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and COVID-19 as risks. The company also repurchased 0.3 million shares for $13.2 million during the quarter and paid a $0.175 per share quarterly dividend.

Apr 28, 2023