Global Industrial Company reported a solid third quarter with revenue growth driven by strategic accounts and improved profitability. The company is advancing its business model transformation, focusing on customer attraction, expanded offerings, and enhanced service capabilities to drive future growth.
Consolidated sales increased 3.3% to $353.6 million compared to $342.4 million last year.
positiveConsolidated gross margin increased to 35.6% compared to 34.0% last year.
positiveConsolidated operating income from continuing operations increased 18.5% to $26.3 million compared to $22.2 million last year.
positiveNet income per diluted share from continuing operations increased 9.1% to $0.48 compared to $0.44 last year.
positiveOperating income improved 18.5%, and strong cash flow generation in the quarter.
positiveInventories increased to $174.6 million from $167.1 million in the prior year, outpacing sales growth.
attentionSelling, distribution and administrative expenses increased to $99.7 million from $94.1 million year-over-year.
attentionMargin expansion indicates improving profitability and operational efficiency. Measured in basis points (bps): 100 bps = 1.0%.
Delivered our second consecutive quarter of revenue growth and strong profitability, reflecting solid execution and proactive management of the business.
Revenue increased 3.3% to $353.6 million and performance was once again driven by our largest strategic accounts, where we are seeing good momentum and progress.
We are advancing the transformation of our business model and elevating the placement of the customer at the center of everything we do.
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