H.B. Fuller (NYSE: FUL) reported Q4 EPS of $1.06, $0.21 better than the analyst estimate of $0.85. Revenue for the quarter came in at $777.64 million versus the consensus estimate of $734.32 million.

• Fourth quarter net income of $41 million or $0.77 EPS; Adjusted EPS of $1.06 up 21% versus 2019
• Fourth quarter adjusted EBITDA of $123 million up 9% versus 2019
• Full Year debt paydown of $205 million surpassed $200 million target

“H.B. Fuller delivered strong results in the quarter with revenue and earnings growth that exceeded our outlook, and cash flow that enabled us to exceed our debt paydown target,” said Jim Owens, H.B. Fuller president and chief executive officer. “Our team remained focused on superior operational execution to support the dynamic needs of our customers in a world transformed by the COVID-19 pandemic. We leveraged our competitive advantages and realized the benefits of actions taken to realign our organization and enhance operational agility. As a result, we successfully capitalized on share gains and strengthening business activity in our end markets, including strong demand for our adhesives for consumable goods, electronics, automotive, recreational vehicles, and other durable goods.”

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