Ferguson plc (FERG) Misses Q1 EPS by 13c, Beats on Revenue

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Ferguson Reports Quarter Ended October 31, 2025

December 9, 2025 6:45 AM EST

Strong Execution Drives Outperformance; Calendar Year Guidance Updated

Quarterly highlights

Sales of $8.2 billion, increased 5.1%. Gross margin of 30.7%, up 60 bps from prior year. Operating margin of 9.4%, up 80 bps on prior year (9.9%, up 80 bps on an adjusted basis). Diluted earnings per share of $2.90, up 23.9% ($2.84 on an adjusted basis, up 15.9%). Declared quarterly dividend of $0.89, reflecting a 7% increase over the prior year. Completed one acquisition during the quarter. Share repurchases of $208 million during the quarter. Balance sheet remains strong with net debt to... More