JELD-WEN (NYSE:JELD) Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD), a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and distributing building products, reported a stronger-than-expected profit for the fourth quarter, despite a decline in revenue. The company announced adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.37, surpassing the analyst consensus of $0.27. However, revenue for the quarter slightly missed expectations, coming in at $1.02 billion against the predicted $1.03 billion.
The company\'s fourth-quarter performance was bolstered by an increase in adjusted EPS from $0.34 in the same quarter last year to $0.37 this year. Despite the revenue decrease of 13.4% from the previous year, the adjusted EPS growth indicates improved profitability. The company attributes this performance to productivity improvements and positive price/cost dynamics, partially offset by lower volume/mix.
For the full year 2023, JELD-WEN reported a net income from continuing operations of $25.2 million, or $0.29 per share, compared to $12.2 million, or $0.14 per share, in the prior year. The adjusted EPS for the full year was $1.59, up from $1.33 in the previous year. The company\'s adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations also saw an increase, rising to $380.4 million from $348.8 million year-over-year.
Looking ahead to the full year 2024, JELD-WEN expects revenue to be between $4.0 billion and $4.3 billion. This guidance is in line with the consensus estimates of $4.27 billion. CEO William J. Christensen commented on the outlook, stating, \"In 2024, we anticipate that uncertainty in the markets will remain. However, we expect to mitigate the impact from potential weaker demand with benefits from our ongoing activities to reduce operating costs.\"
Following the earnings release, JELD-WEN\'s stock saw a modest increase of 0.6%, reflecting a positive but restrained investor reaction to the earnings beat and the company\'s forward-looking statements.
JELD-WEN\'s financial results and guidance for 2024 suggest a strategic focus on operational efficiency and cost management to navigate anticipated market uncertainties. The company\'s efforts to strengthen its business foundation appear to be resonating with investors as it prepares for the challenges and opportunities of the upcoming year.
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