Griffon Past Earnings Performance
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Griffon has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 18.2%, while the Building industry saw earnings growing at 10.9% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 0.9% per year. Griffon's return on equity is 47.3%, and it has net margins of 1.8%.
Key information
18.21%
Earnings growth rate
19.18%
EPS growth rate
| Building Industry Growth | 13.32% |
| Revenue growth rate | 0.85% |
| Return on equity | 47.30% |
| Net Margin | 1.77% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 25
GFF: Raised Price View And P/E Assumptions Will Support Further Upside
Analysts have raised their price target for Griffon by $4.29, citing updated assumptions on fair value, discount rate, revenue trends, margins, and future P/E, as reflected in recent Street research updates. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to the higher price target as a reflection of updated fair value work, suggesting the risk and reward profile looks more balanced after recent research.Narrative Update • May 08
GFF: Refreshed Discount Rate And Margin Assumptions Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their price target on Griffon by $23, pointing to updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue trends, profit margins and future P/E that they see as better aligning the stock with their refreshed view of its value. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the higher price target as reflecting updated assumptions on discount rates that they believe better capture Griffon’s risk profile and cash flow potential.Narrative Update • Apr 20
GFF: Portfolio Refocus And Refined P E Assumptions Will Support Future Upside
Analysts raised Griffon's price target by a total of $31, reflecting updated assumptions on the discount rate and future P/E. This change is supported by recent Street research that refines views on the company's earnings power and risk profile.Narrative Update • Apr 05
GFF: Portfolio Refocus And Higher P E Assumptions Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their price targets on Griffon by double digits, with recent Street research citing updated assumptions around discount rates, margins, and future P/E expectations as support for the higher implied valuation in the new dollar target range. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to the higher price targets as support for Griffon’s current valuation framework, arguing that updated discount rate assumptions still leave room for the new targets to be met if the company executes as expected.Seeking Alpha • Mar 31
Griffon Remains A Good Play Even After Skyrocketing
Summary Griffon Corporation receives a soft 'Buy' rating, reflecting appealing valuation and long-term upside despite mixed near-term fundamentals. GFF’s Home and Building Products segment saw revenue growth from pricing and mix, but profitability was pressured by rising costs and lower residential volumes. Active capital allocation is evident: $578 million in buybacks since April 2023, ongoing dividends, and a focus on innovation, tuck-in acquisitions, and debt reduction. Residential market headwinds and mixed profitability temper the near-term outlook, but GFF’s relative and absolute valuation remain attractive for long-term investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Mar 22
GFF: Building Products Refocus Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have raised their blended price target for Griffon by approximately $31. This change reflects updated views on the appropriate P/E multiple and discount rate following recent target increases of $23 and $8 from the Street.Narrative Update • Mar 07
GFF: Portfolio Refocus And Cash Generation Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have raised their Griffon price targets by $8 to $23 in recent research, citing updated views on the company that are now reflected in the refreshed Analyst Price Target. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts who raised their Griffon price targets toward $23 point to an updated view of the company that they now see reflected in the refreshed Analyst Price Target.Narrative Update • Feb 21
GFF: Higher Long Term P/E Assumptions Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have raised their Griffon price target by about $0.14, reflecting updated assumptions about the company’s long-term P/E multiple and cash flow outlook, as highlighted in recent target increases from firms on the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a reassessment of Griffon’s valuation framework, with analysts updating their price targets to reflect new views on earnings power and cash generation.Narrative Update • Feb 07
GFF: Joint Venture And Margin Outlook Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their price target for Griffon from about $102.83 to $114.00, citing updated views on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E following recent research, including the latest Baird commentary. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the higher US$114.00 target as better aligned with their view of Griffon's fair value, once they factor in updated assumptions for revenue, margins, and P/E.Analysis Article • Jan 09
Does Griffon (NYSE:GFF) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Nov 26
Investors Can Find Comfort In Griffon's (NYSE:GFF) Earnings Quality
Griffon Corporation's ( NYSE:GFF ) recent soft profit numbers didn't appear to worry shareholders, as the stock price...Narrative Update • Nov 22
GFF: Future Revenue Guidance And Dividend Announcement Signal Upside Potential
Analysts have raised their price target for Griffon from $100.29 to $102.83. This change reflects updated expectations for revenue growth and shifts in key financial metrics.Analysis Article • Oct 03
An Intrinsic Calculation For Griffon Corporation (NYSE:GFF) Suggests It's 33% Undervalued
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Griffon fair value estimate is US$115 Griffon's US$77.54 share...Analysis Article • Sep 14
Here's Why Griffon (NYSE:GFF) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Narrative Update • Sep 03
Home Remodeling And Automation Will Revitalize Market Outlook
Griffon's consensus price target was modestly increased, primarily reflecting a slight uptick in its forward P/E multiple, lifting fair value from $97.71 to $100.29. What's in the News Reported goodwill and intangible asset impairments totaling $243.6 million for Q3 2025.Analysis Article • Aug 04
Here's Why Griffon (NYSE:GFF) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Analysis Article • Jul 07
Not Many Are Piling Into Griffon Corporation (NYSE:GFF) Just Yet
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 19x, you may...Analysis Article • May 11
Griffon Corporation Just Beat EPS By 13%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Shareholders might have noticed that Griffon Corporation ( NYSE:GFF ) filed its second-quarter result this time last...Analysis Article • May 04
Does Griffon (NYSE:GFF) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Apr 20
Why Griffon Corporation (NYSE:GFF) Could Be Worth Watching
While Griffon Corporation ( NYSE:GFF ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw significant share price...Analysis Article • Apr 04
Should You Be Adding Griffon (NYSE:GFF) To Your Watchlist Today?
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Analysis Article • Mar 08
Cautious Investors Not Rewarding Griffon Corporation's (NYSE:GFF) Performance Completely
Griffon Corporation's ( NYSE:GFF ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 14x might make it look like a buy right now...Analysis Article • Feb 21
Griffon Corporation's (NYSE:GFF) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 76% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Griffon fair value estimate is US$132 Current share price of...Seeking Alpha • Jan 07
Griffon's Margins Showing Strength, Should Accelerate Further In 2025
Summary Griffon Corporation's topline growth is under pressure due to weak commercial and consumer demand, particularly in the CPP segment in North America. Despite topline challenges, margins are expected to improve due to productivity enhancements and global sourcing expansion, supporting long-term profitability. The company's long-term outlook remains promising, driven by capacity expansion initiatives, market share gains in residential sectors, and anticipated market recovery. I maintain a "BUY" rating for GFF stock, considering its strong margin outlook and favorable long-term growth prospects despite near-term revenue softness. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jan 07
Griffon (NYSE:GFF) Has A Pretty Healthy Balance Sheet
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Dec 23
Here's Why We Think Griffon (NYSE:GFF) Might Deserve Your Attention Today
The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...Analysis Article • Dec 08
Is It Time To Consider Buying Griffon Corporation (NYSE:GFF)?
Griffon Corporation ( NYSE:GFF ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a substantial...Analysis Article • Nov 22
Even With A 25% Surge, Cautious Investors Are Not Rewarding Griffon Corporation's (NYSE:GFF) Performance Completely
The Griffon Corporation ( NYSE:GFF ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of...Analysis Article • Nov 16
Griffon (NYSE:GFF) Is Increasing Its Dividend To $0.18
The board of Griffon Corporation ( NYSE:GFF ) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of $0.18 on the 18th of...Analysis Article • Nov 12
Is There An Opportunity With Griffon Corporation's (NYSE:GFF) 21% Undervaluation?
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Griffon fair value estimate is US$88.90 Griffon's US$69.95...Seeking Alpha • Oct 25
Griffon: Market Share Growth And Better Margins To Be Key Drivers
Summary Griffon's topline continues to decline due to weak commercial demand, but residential demand and the Pope acquisition should drive growth in FY25. The company's margins are improving thanks to global sourcing initiatives and productivity improvements, despite lower volumes in some segments. GFF is trading at a discount compared to the sector median, making it a decent buy for long-term investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Sep 28
These 4 Measures Indicate That Griffon (NYSE:GFF) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Sep 05
What Is Griffon Corporation's (NYSE:GFF) Share Price Doing?
While Griffon Corporation ( NYSE:GFF ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a decent share price...
New Narrative • Sep 04
Strategic Acquisitions And Capital Allocation Fuel Growth Amid Economic Challenges
Griffon's strategic initiatives, including capital allocation to stock repurchases and debt reduction, aim to enhance shareholder value and attract investor interest.Analysis Article • Aug 15
We Think Griffon's (NYSE:GFF) Solid Earnings Are Understated
Despite posting healthy earnings, Griffon Corporation's ( NYSE:GFF ) stock has been quite weak. We have done some...Seeking Alpha • Aug 12
Griffon: Margin Improvements In Weaker Segment
Summary GFF's recent acquisition of Pope Products enhances its CPP portfolio in Australia, reinforcing its international growth strategy. Despite a poorer performance this quarter, Griffon continues to show a strong EBITDA margin in its HBP, while CPP’s profitability has improved due to its ongoing Global Sourcing Expansion Strategy execution. Its Global Sourcing Strategy aims to improve margins in the CPP segment, with a target of achieving a 15% EBITDA margin within a year or two. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Aug 05
Griffon Corporation's (NYSE:GFF) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 36% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights Griffon's estimated fair value is US$92.04 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share price...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Griffon makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 2,526 | 45 | 571 | 20 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 2,531 | 48 | 571 | 20 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 2,520 | 51 | 565 | 20 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 2,143 | 51 | 467 | 19 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 2,178 | 213 | 477 | 19 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 2,424 | 227 | 525 | 19 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 2,624 | 210 | 569 | 19 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 2,605 | 189 | 566 | 18 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 2,641 | 197 | 579 | 18 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 2,679 | 71 | 577 | 18 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 2,685 | 78 | 577 | 18 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 2,753 | -380 | 586 | 16 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 2,837 | -376 | 581 | 16 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 2,906 | -256 | 581 | 16 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 2,848 | -288 | 545 | 16 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 2,710 | 140 | 541 | 7 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 2,526 | 102 | 491 | 7 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 2,321 | 62 | 451 | 7 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 2,271 | 70 | 435 | 7 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 2,020 | 67 | 401 | 8 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 2,068 | 74 | 397 | 8 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 2,060 | 57 | 407 | 8 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 2,067 | 41 | 410 | 8 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 2,321 | 50 | 419 | 15 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 2,264 | 42 | 425 | 15 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 2,247 | 47 | 412 | 15 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 1,874 | 25 | 386 | 8 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 2,181 | 30 | 416 | 15 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 2,122 | 24 | 410 | 15 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 2,051 | 19 | 403 | 15 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 1,978 | 33 | 377 | 15 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 1,863 | 37 | 373 | 18 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 1,705 | 34 | 344 | 18 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 1,610 | 34 | 324 | 18 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 1,525 | 18 | 299 | 18 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 1,115 | 9 | 258 | 18 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 1,219 | 12 | 267 | 18 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 1,335 | 16 | 276 | 18 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 1,477 | 20 | 289 | 18 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 1,959 | 35 | 350 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 2,008 | 39 | 357 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 2,008 | 38 | 359 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 1,483 | 12 | 298 | 16 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 2,040 | 31 | 348 | 23 |
Quality Earnings: GFF has a large one-off loss of $236.9M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st March, 2026.
Growing Profit Margin: GFF's current net profit margins (1.8%) are lower than last year (9.8%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: GFF's earnings have grown by 18.2% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: GFF's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: GFF had negative earnings growth (-79%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Building industry average (-7.9%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: Whilst GFF's Return on Equity (47.3%) is outstanding, this metric is skewed due to their high level of debt.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/05 21:31 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/05 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/09/30 |
Data Sources
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Griffon Corporation is covered by 10 analysts. 7 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Timothy Wojs | Baird |
| Robert Labick | CJS Securities, Inc. |
| Collin Verron | Deutsche Bank |