UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 ______________________________________________________ FORM 10-Q ______________________________________________________ ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025. or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from __________ to __________ Commission File Number 1-475 ____ ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported sales of $964 million in Q1 2025, a decrease of 2% year-over-year, and earnings of $0.95 per share, down 5% compared to the prior period [11][12] - North America segment sales were $749 million, also a 2% decrease, with segment earnings of $185 million, down 7% year-over-year [11][12] - The overall segment margin was 24.7%, a decrease of 120 basis points year-over-year, primarily due to lower water heater volumes and continued strategic investments [11][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America water heater sales declined by 4% in Q1 2025, driven by lower volumes, while boiler sales increased by 10% compared to Q1 2024 [7][9] - North America water treatment sales saw slight growth, offsetting retail declines as the company shifted focus away from that channel [9] - Rest of the world segment sales were essentially flat at $227 million, with earnings increasing by 15% due to expense management [12][13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In China, third-party sales decreased by 4% in local currency, reflecting ongoing economic weakness and soft consumer demand [7][10] - The company anticipates a 5% to 8% decrease in sales in China for 2025, with a focus on maintaining premium brand positioning despite market challenges [24][25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on managing costs and optimizing production schedules to ensure efficiency, particularly in response to tariff-related cost increases [8][21] - A significant initiative for 2025 includes leveling production across the year to enhance plant efficiencies [8] - The company is actively pursuing acquisitions and has a robust pipeline, with a planned share repurchase of $400 million for the full year [14][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in navigating the volatile macro environment, emphasizing the stability provided by core water heater and boiler businesses [30][31] - The company is cautious about the near-term market outlook, particularly in China, where consumer confidence remains low [25][71] - The guidance for 2025 EPS remains unchanged at $3.60 to $3.90 per share, despite uncertainties related to tariffs and input costs [15][16] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately $121 million worth of shares in Q1 2025, front-loading part of its annual repurchase outlook [14] - The company opened a new commercial R&D testing lab in Lebanon, Tennessee, aimed at enhancing product development and engineering capabilities [29] - A. O. Smith was recognized as one of the world's most ethical companies for the second consecutive year, highlighting its commitment to ethical business practices [30] Q&A Session Summary Question: Demand destruction around pricing actions - Management indicated that pricing actions are expected to cover costs, with a stable replacement business providing some insulation against demand destruction [35][36] Question: Clarification on tariff exposure - The 6% to 8% tariff exposure includes costs related to imports, particularly from China, and is expected to impact the cost of goods sold [38][40] Question: Sequential demand expectations - Management expects a relatively normal seasonal demand pattern, with no significant changes anticipated in order rates [45][46] Question: Pricing actions and market dynamics - Pricing actions have been communicated to customers, and the company is working closely with them to manage the implications of tariffs and pricing changes [92][93] Question: China market outlook - The company is cautious about the Chinese market, focusing on consumer confidence as a key driver for recovery, rather than solely on the housing market [71][77]

First Quarter 2025 Earnings Presentation | 1 First Quarter 2025 Results April 29, 2025 Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Kevin J. Wheeler Charles T. Lauber Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Vice President - Investor Relations, Helen E. Gurholt Financial Planning & Analysis First Quarter 2025 Earnings Presentation | 2 Stephen M. Shafer President and Chief Operating Officer This presentation contains statements that we believe are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Pr ...

A. O. Smith Corporation’s (AOS) first-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings of 95 cents per share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 90 cents. The bottom line decreased 5% on a year-over-year basis.Net sales of $963.9 million also surpassed the consensus estimate of $947 million. The top line decreased 1.5% year over year due to lower water heater volumes and decreased sales in China. (Find the latest EPS estimates and surprises on Zacks Earnings Calendar.)Segmental DetailsA. O. Smith’s quarterly sales in North ...

A.O. Smith (AOS) reported $963.9 million in revenue for the quarter ended March 2025, representing a year-over-year decline of 1.5%. EPS of $0.95 for the same period compares to $1.00 a year ago.The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $947.34 million, representing a surprise of +1.75%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of +5.56%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $0.90.While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall Stree ...

A. O. Smith (AOS) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 29, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Helen Gurholt - Vice President of Investor Relations and Financial Planning & AnalysisKevin Wheeler - Chairman & CEOCharles Lauber - EVP & CFOStephen Shafer - President & COOJeffrey Hammond - Managing DirectorMichael Halloran - Associate Director of ResearchSaree Boroditsky - Senior Vice PresidentAndrew Kaplowitz - Managing DirectorDavid Macgregor - PresidentDamian Karas - Executive Director Conference Call Participants ...

A.O. Smith (AOS) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.95 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.90 per share. This compares to earnings of $1 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 5.56%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this maker of water heaters and boilers would post earnings of $0.89 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.85, delivering a surprise of -4.49%.Over the last four quart ...

Exhibit 99.1 Media Relations: Curt Selby 414-359-4191 curt.selby@aosmith.com Investor Relations: Helen Gurholt 414-359-4157 hgurholt@aosmith.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 29, 2025 A. O. Smith Reports First Quarter Sales of $964 million and Earnings Per Share (EPS) of $0.95 First Quarter 2025 Highlights (Comparisons are year-over-year ("YoY"), unless otherwise noted) Milwaukee, Wis.— Global water technology company A. O. Smith Corporation ("the Company") (NYSE: AOS) today announced its first quarter 2025 r ...

Core Insights - A. O. Smith Corporation reported a 2% decrease in net sales for Q1 2025, totaling $963.9 million compared to $978.8 million in Q1 2024, with net earnings down 7% to $136.6 million [1][5][22] - The company experienced a 5% decline in diluted earnings per share, which fell to $0.95 from $1.00 year-over-year [1][5][22] - North America sales decreased by 2% due to lower water heater volumes, although boiler sales increased by 10% [2][5] - In China, local currency sales decreased by 4% year-over-year, attributed to soft consumer demand, but the operating margin improved by 200 basis points due to cost-saving measures [1][4][5] Financial Performance - Segment earnings for North America were $185.2 million with a margin of 24.7%, down from $198.7 million and 25.9% in the previous year [3][22] - The Rest of World segment reported earnings of $19.7 million with an 8.7% margin, an increase from $17.2 million and 7.6% margin in Q1 2024 [6][22] - The company repurchased $121 million worth of shares in Q1 2025 and plans to repurchase approximately $400 million in total for the year [9][5] Cash Flow and Capital Allocation - Cash provided by operations was $38.7 million, a decrease from $106.6 million in Q1 2024, with free cash flow at $17.4 million compared to $84.6 million last year [8][24] - As of March 31, 2025, the company had cash and marketable securities totaling $200.2 million and total debt of $269.8 million, resulting in a leverage ratio of 12.7% [7][19] 2025 Outlook - The company maintains its full-year guidance for consolidated sales to be flat to up 2% and diluted EPS in the range of $3.60 to $3.90 [11][12] - Expectations for North America include flat water heater industry unit volumes year-over-year, with a focus on operational efficiency [11][12]

MILWAUKEE, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The A. O. Smith Corporation (NYSE: AOS) Board of Directors today announced that Kevin Wheeler will transition from chairman and chief executive officer to executive chairman of the corporation, effective July 1, 2025. At that time, Stephen Shafer will be appointed to the Board of Directors and will assume the role of president and chief executive officer. Steve Shafer becomes the 11th chief executive officer in A. O. Smith's 151-year history. Post this Kevin Whee ...