GRIFFON CORP

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We own and operate, and seek to acquire, businesses in multiple industries and geographic markets. Our objective is to maintain leading positions in the markets we serve by providing innovative, branded products with superior quality and industry-leading service. We place emphasis on our iconic and well-respected brands, which helps to differentiate us and our offerings from our competitors and strengthens our relationship with our customers and those who ultimately use our products.

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Our strategic objective is to maintain leading positions in the markets we serve by providing innovative, branded products with superior quality and industry-leading service. We place emphasis on our iconic and well-respected brands, which helps to differentiate us and our offerings from our competitors and strengthens our relationship with our customers and those who ultimately use our products.

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Griffon oversees the operations of its subsidiaries, allocates resources among them and manages their capital structures. Griffon provides direction and assistance to its subsidiaries in connection with acquisition and growth opportunities as well as in connection with divestitures. As long-term investors, having substantial experience in a variety of industries, our intent is to continue the growth and strengthening of our existing businesses, and to diversify further through investments in our businesses and through acquisitions.

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Griffon oversees the operations of its subsidiaries, allocates resources among them and manages their capital structures. Griffon provides direction and assistance to its subsidiaries in connection with acquisition and growth opportunities as well as divestitures. As long-term investors, we intend to continue to grow and strengthen our existing businesses, and to diversify further through investments in our businesses and acquisitions.

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Since 2017, we have undertaken a series of transformative transactions. We divested our specialty plastics business in 2018 and our defense electronics (Telephonics) business in 2022 to focus on our core markets and improve our free cash flow conversion. In our Home and Building Products ("HBP") segment, we acquired CornellCookson, Inc. ("CornellCookson") in 2018, which has been integrated into Clopay Corporation ("Clopay"), creating a leading North American manufacturer and marketer of residential garage doors and sectional commercial doors, and rolling steel doors and grille products, under brands that include Clopay, Ideal, Cornell and Cookson. In our Consumer and Professional Products ("CPP") segment, we expanded the scope of our brands through the acquisition of Hunter Fan Company ("Hunter") in January 2022 and ClosetMaid, LLC ("ClosetMaid") in 2018.

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Since 2017, we have undertaken a series of transformative transactions to strengthen our core businesses and increase shareholder value. We divested our specialty plastics business in 2018 and our defense electronics (Telephonics) business in 2022 to focus on our core markets and improve our free cash flow conversion. In our Home and Building Products ("HBP") segment, we acquired CornellCookson, Inc. ("CornellCookson") in 2018, which has helped establish us as a leading North American manufacturer and marketer of residential garage doors and sectional commercial doors, and rolling steel doors and grille products, under brands that include Clopay, Ideal, Cornell and Cookson. In our Consumer and Professional Products ("CPP") segment, we expanded the scope of our brands through the acquisition of Hunter Fan Company ("Hunter") in January 2022 and ClosetMaid, LLC ("ClosetMaid") in 2018.

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On July 1, 2024 Griffon announced that its subsidiary, The AMES Companies, Inc., ("AMES") expanded the scope of its brand by substantially acquiring all the assets of Pope, a leading Australian provider of residential watering products, from The Toro Company (NYSE:TTC) for approximately AUD 22,000 (approximately $14,600). This is CPP's seventh acquisition in Australia since 2013, and further expands AMES’s product portfolio in the Australian market. Pope is expected to contribute approximately $25,000 in revenue in the first twelve months after the acquisition.

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On July 1, 2024, Griffon announced that its subsidiary, The AMES Companies, Inc., ("AMES") expanded the scope of its Australian operations by acquiring substantially all the assets of Pope, a leading Australian provider of residential watering products, from The Toro Company (NYSE:TTC) for a purchase price of approximately AUD 21,800 (approximately $14,500) in cash. This is CPP's seventh acquisition in Australia since 2013, and further expands AMES's product portfolio in the Australian market. Pope is expected to contribute approximately $25,000 in revenue in the first twelve months after this acquisition.

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For information regarding revenue, profit and total assets of each segment, see the Business Segments footnote in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

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For information regarding revenue, profit and total assets of each segment, see the Reportable Segments footnote in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

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•Home and Building Products ("HBP") conducts its operations through Clopay. Founded in 1964, Clopay is the largest manufacturer and marketer of garage doors and rolling steel doors in North America. Residential and commercial sectional garage doors are sold through professional dealers and leading home center retail chains throughout North America under the brands Clopay, Ideal, and Holmes. Rolling steel door and grille products designed for commercial, industrial, institutional, and retail use are sold under the Cornell and Cookson brands.

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•Home and Building Products ("HBP") conducts its operations through Clopay Corporation ("Clopay"). Founded in 1964, Clopay is the largest manufacturer and marketer of garage doors and rolling steel doors in North America. Residential and commercial sectional garage doors are sold through professional dealers and leading home center retail chains throughout North America under the brands Clopay, Ideal, and Holmes. Rolling steel door and grille products designed for commercial, industrial, institutional, and retail use are sold under the Cornell and Cookson brands.

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•Consumer and Professional Products (“CPP”) is a leading global provider of branded consumer and professional tools; residential, industrial and commercial fans; home storage and organization products; and products that enhance indoor and outdoor lifestyles. CPP sells products globally through a portfolio of leading brands including AMES, since 1774, Hunter, since 1886, True Temper, and ClosetMaid.

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•Consumer and Professional Products (“CPP”) is a global provider of branded consumer and professional tools; residential, industrial and commercial fans; home storage and organization products; and products that enhance indoor and outdoor lifestyles. CPP sells products globally through a portfolio of leading brands including AMES, since 1774, Hunter, since 1886, True Temper, and ClosetMaid.

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– Discrete and certain other tax benefits, net, of $2,537 or $0.05 per share.

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– Discrete and certain other tax benefits, net, of $250 or $0.01 per share.

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– Loss on sale of buildings of $725 ($520, net of tax, or $0.01 per share);

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– Gain on sale of real estate of $547 ($406, net of tax, or $0.01 per share); and

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Excluding these items from the respective quarterly results, net income would have been $60,526, or $1.24 per share in the three months ended June 30, 2024 compared to $70,304, or $1.29 per share, in the prior year quarter.

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Excluding these items from the respective quarterly results, net income would have been $65,873, or $1.39 per share in the three months ended December 31, 2024 compared to $55,267, or $1.07 per share, in the prior year quarter.

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(1) For the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, restructuring charges relate to the CPP global sourcing expansion, of which $15,744 and $1,777, respectively, is included in Cost of goods and services and $2,944 and $2,085, respectively, is included in SG&A in the Company's Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations. For the nine months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, restructuring charges relate to the CPP global sourcing expansion, of which $28,724 and $76,422, respectively, are included in Cost of goods and services and $4,765 and $5,774, respectively, are included in SG&A in the Company's Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations.

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(1) For the three months ended December 31, 2023, restructuring charges relate to the CPP global sourcing expansion, of which $11,646, is included in Cost of goods and services and $754 is included in SG&A in the Company's Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations.

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Griffon evaluates performance and allocates resources based on each segment adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP measure, which is defined as income before taxes, excluding interest income and expense, depreciation and amortization, unallocated amounts (mainly corporate overhead), strategic review charges, non-cash impairment charges, restructuring charges, and acquisition related expenses, as well as other items that may affect comparability, as applicable. Griffon believes this information is useful to investors for the same reason. See table provided in Note 13 - Business Segments for a reconciliation of adjusted EBITDA to income before taxes.

Current wording

Griffon evaluates performance and allocates resources based on each segment adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP measure, which is defined as income before taxes, excluding interest income and expense, depreciation and amortization, unallocated amounts (mainly corporate overhead), strategic review charges, non-cash impairment charges, restructuring charges, and acquisition related expenses, as well as other items that may affect comparability, as applicable. Griffon believes this information is useful to investors for the same reason. See table provided in Note 13 - Reportable Segments for a reconciliation of adjusted EBITDA to income before taxes.

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For the quarter ended June 30, 2024, HBP revenue decreased $6,928 or 2% from the prior year quarter due to unfavorable product mix with increased residential volume being offset by decreased commercial volume.

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For the quarter ended December 31, 2024, HBP revenue remained consistent with the prior year quarter reflecting increased residential volume, offset by reduced commercial volume.

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For the quarter ended June 30, 2024, adjusted EBITDA of $118,516 decreased $15,814 or 12%, compared to $134,330 in the prior year quarter resulting from the decreased revenue noted above and increased material, labor and distribution costs.

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For the quarter ended December 31, 2024, adjusted EBITDA of $127,042 increased $2,323 or 2%, compared to $124,719 in the prior year quarter, resulting from reduced material costs, partially offset by increased labor and distribution costs.

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For the quarter ended June 30, 2024, revenue decreased $28,688, or 10%, compared to the prior year quarter primarily due to decreased volume driven by reduced consumer demand in North America, partially offset by increased volume in Australia.

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For the quarter ended December 31, 2024, revenue decreased $10,392, or 4%, compared to the prior year quarter, primarily driven by decreased volume of 8% due to reduced consumer demand in North America and the United Kingdom, partially offset by organic growth in Australia. The Pope acquisition contributed 4%.

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For the quarter ended June 30, 2024, unallocated amounts, excluding depreciation, consisted primarily of corporate overhead costs totaling $15,285 compared to $13,982 in the prior year quarter; for the nine months ended June 30, 2024, unallocated amounts totaled $44,006 compared to $42,388 in the prior year period. The increase in both the current quarter and nine month periods, compared to their respective comparable prior year periods, primarily relates to increases in Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) expenses driven by the increase in Griffon's share price, partially offset by a decrease in other compensation related expenses.

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For the quarter ended December 31, 2024, unallocated amounts, excluding depreciation, consisted primarily of corporate overhead costs totaling $14,042, remained consistent with the prior year quarter of $13,907.

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During the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, we incurred strategic review expenses of $1,870 ($1,390, net of tax) and $5,812 ($4,378, net of tax), respectively, and during the nine months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, we incurred strategic review expenses of $9,204 ($6,887, net of tax) and $20,234 ($15,258, net of tax), respectively, primarily for retention payments and other associated costs related to the strategic review process that concluded in April 2023.

Current wording

During the three months ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, we incurred strategic review expenses of $1,651 ($1,215, net of tax) and $4,658 ($3,500, net of tax), respectively, primarily for retention payments and other costs related to the strategic review process that concluded in April 2023.

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For the quarters ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, Other income (expense) of $350 and $1,475, respectively, includes $(120) and $590, respectively, of net currency exchange gains (losses) in connection with the translation of receivables and payables denominated in currencies other than the functional currencies of Griffon and its subsidiaries, net periodic benefit plan expense of $34 and $217, respectively, and net investment income of $10 and $336, respectively. Other income (expense) also includes royalty income of $549 and $438 for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

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For the quarters ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, Other income (expense) of $1,832 and $632, respectively, includes $440 and $13, respectively, of net currency exchange gains in connection with the translation of receivables and payables denominated in currencies other than the functional currencies of Griffon and its subsidiaries, net periodic benefit plan income (expense) of $301 and $(34), respectively, and net investment income of $70 and $56, respectively. Other income (expense) also includes royalty income of $590 and $592 for the three months ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

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During the quarter ended June 30, 2024, the Company recognized a tax provision of $19,923 on income before taxes of $61,009, compared to a tax provision of $29,248 on income before taxes of $78,453 in the prior year quarter. The current year quarter results included restructuring charges of $18,688 ($13,991, net of tax); strategic review costs - retention and other of $1,870 ($1,390, net of tax); loss on debt extinguishment of $1,700 ($1,292, net of tax); loss on sale of buildings of $725 ($520, net of tax); and discrete and certain other tax provisions, net, that affect comparability of $2,247. The prior year quarter results included strategic review - retention and other of $5,812 ($4,378, net of tax); restructuring charges of $3,862 ($2,831, net of tax); special dividend ESOP charges of $9,042 ($6,936, net of tax); proxy expenses of $568 ($435, net of tax); and discrete and certain other tax provisions, net, that affect comparability of $6,519. Excluding these items, the effective tax rates for the quarters ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 were 27.9% and 28.1%, respectively.

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During the quarter ended December 31, 2024, the Company recognized a tax provision of $26,569 on income before taxes of $97,420, compared to a tax provision of $17,965 on income before taxes of $60,142 in the prior year quarter. The current year quarter results included strategic review costs - retention and other of $1,651 ($1,215, net of tax); gain on sale of real estate of $7,974 ($5,943, net of tax); and discrete and certain other tax benefits, net, that affect comparability of $250. The prior year quarter results included strategic review costs - retention and other of $4,658 ($3,500, net of tax); restructuring charges of $12,400 ($9,213, net of tax); gain on sale of real estate of $547 ($406 net of tax); and discrete and certain other tax provisions, net, that affect comparability of $783. Excluding these items, the effective tax rates for the quarters ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 were 27.7% and 27.9%, respectively.

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For the quarter ended June 30, 2024, total other comprehensive loss, net of taxes, of $1,222 included a $927 loss on cash flow hedges and a loss of $827 from foreign currency translation adjustments primarily due to the weakening of the Euro and Canadian Dollar, all in comparison to the U.S. Dollar; partially offset by a $532 benefit from pension amortization.

Current wording

For the quarter ended December 31, 2024, total other comprehensive loss, net of taxes, of $17,699 included a loss of $20,018 from foreign currency translation adjustments primarily due to the weakening of the Euro, British Pound and Australian and Canadian Dollar, all in comparison to the U.S. Dollar; a $2,264 gain on cash flow hedges; and a $55 benefit from pension amortization.

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For the quarter ended June 30, 2023, total other comprehensive income, net of taxes, of $315 included a gain of $2,309 from foreign currency translation adjustments primarily due to the strengthening of the Euro, British Pound and Canadian Dollar, all in comparison to the U.S. Dollar; a $747 benefit from pension amortization; and a $2,741 loss on cash flow hedges.

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For the quarter ended December 31, 2023, total other comprehensive income, net of taxes, of $10,475 included a gain of $10,238 from foreign currency translation adjustments primarily due to the strengthening of the Euro, British Pound and Australian and Canadian Dollar, all in comparison to the U.S. Dollar; a $295 loss on cash flow hedges; and a $532 benefit from pension amortization.

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At June 30, 2024 and September 30, 2023, Griffon’s liabilities for discontinued operations primarily relate to insurance claims, income taxes, product liability, warranty and environmental reserves totaling $10,017 and $11,798, respectively. Griffon's assets for discontinued operations primarily relate to insurance claims. There was no reported revenues or costs in the three and nine months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 for discontinued operations.

Current wording

At December 31, 2024 and September 30, 2024, Griffon’s liabilities for discontinued operations primarily relate to insurance claims, income taxes, product liability, warranty and environmental reserves totaling $7,604 and $7,768, respectively. Griffon's assets for discontinued operations primarily relate to insurance claims. There was no reported revenues or costs in the three months ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 for discontinued operations.

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As of June 30, 2024, the amount of cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities held by foreign subsidiaries was $84,900. Funds held outside the U.S. may be subject to foreign withholding taxes if repatriated to the U.S. Funds held outside the U.S. are typically used for foreign operating needs or reinvested to fund expansion of existing non-U.S. businesses. The Company has accrued a deferred tax liability for withholding taxes on previously taxed earnings and profit (PTEP) which are not considered permanently reinvested.

Current wording

As of December 31, 2024, the amount of cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities held by foreign subsidiaries was $65,700. Our intent is to permanently reinvest these funds, except in limited circumstances, outside the U.S., and we do not currently anticipate that we will need funds generated from foreign operations to fund our domestic operations. The Company may repatriate cash from its non-U.S. subsidiaries if the Company determines that it is beneficial for the company and tax efficient. The Company has accrued a deferred tax liability for withholding taxes on previously taxed earnings and profit (PTEP) which are not considered permanently reinvested. In the event we determine that additional funds from non-U.S. operations are needed to fund operations in the U.S., we will be required to accrue and pay U.S. taxes to repatriate these additional funds.

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Griffon's primary sources of liquidity are cash flows generated from operations, cash on hand and our secured $500,000 revolving credit facility ("Revolver"), which matures in August 2028. During the nine months ended June 30, 2024, the Company generated $307,938 of net cash from operating activities and, as of June 30, 2024, the Company had $397,065 available, subject to certain loan covenants, for borrowing under the Revolver. The Company had cash and cash equivalents of $133,452 at June 30, 2024.

Current wording

Griffon's primary sources of liquidity are cash flows generated from operations, cash on hand and our secured $500,000 revolving credit facility ("Revolver"), which matures in August 2028. During the three months ended December 31, 2024, the Company generated $142,922 of net cash from operating activities and, as of December 31, 2024, the Company had $427,510 available, subject to certain loan covenants, for borrowing under the Revolver. The Company had cash and cash equivalents of $151,952 at December 31, 2024.

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Cash flows provided by operating activities for the nine months ended June 30, 2024 was $307,938 compared to $309,003 in the prior year period, due to increased cash generated from operations, primarily at HBP, and a net decrease in net working capital, primarily driven by decreases in inventory and increases in accounts payable and accrued liabilities.

Current wording

Cash flows provided by operating activities for the three months ended December 31, 2024 was $142,922, compared to $146,058 in the prior year period. In both the three months ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, cash provided by operating activities reflected increased cash generated primarily from operations at HBP and a decrease in net working capital, primarily driven by a decrease in accounts receivable, and an increase in accounts payable and accrued liabilities.

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Cash flows used in investing activities is primarily comprised of capital expenditures and proceeds from the sale of businesses, investments and property, plant and equipment. During the nine months ended June 30, 2024, cash flows used in investing activities was $34,277 compared to $10,911 in the prior year period. Cash flows used in investing activities in the current period primarily consisted of capital expenditures of $47,849, partially offset by proceeds totaling $13,572 primarily from the sale of buildings and equipment mainly associated with CPP's restructuring activities. In the prior year period, cash flows used in investing activities consisted primarily of capital expenditures of $20,183 and a working capital adjustment payment of $2,568 related to the sale of Telephonics, partially offset by proceeds totaling $11,840, primarily from the sale of a building.

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Cash flows used in investing activities is primarily comprised of capital expenditures and proceeds from the sale of businesses, investments and property, plant and equipment. During the three months ended December 31, 2024, cash flows used in investing activities was $236 compared to $13,543 in the prior year period. Cash flows used in investing activities in the current period primarily consisted of capital expenditures of $17,456, partially offset by proceeds totaling $17,220 primarily from the sale of real estate. In the prior year period, cash flows used in investing activities consisted primarily of capital expenditures of $14,330, partially offset by proceeds totaling $787 from the sale of real estate.

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During the nine months ended June 30, 2024, cash used in financing activities totaled $238,712 compared to $262,560 in the prior year period. Cash flows used in financing activities in the current period consisted of the purchase of shares of common stock in connection with the board authorized share repurchase program and the purchase of common stock withheld to satisfy tax obligations in connection with the vesting of restricted stock totaling $241,501 and the payment of dividends of $28,770, partially offset by net proceeds of long-term debt of $32,773, primarily related to the Revolver. Cash flows used in financing activities in the prior year period consisted primarily of net repayments of long-term debt of $36,686, primarily related to the Revolver and payoff of AMES UK loans, the purchase of treasury shares in connection with the Board authorized share repurchase program and to satisfy tax obligations in connection with the vesting of restricted stock of $98,350, and the payment of dividends of $127,372.

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During the three months ended December 31, 2024, cash used in financing activities totaled $108,121 compared to $123,947 in the prior year period. Cash flows used in financing activities in the current period consisted of the purchase of shares of common stock in connection with the board authorized share repurchase program and the purchase of common stock withheld to satisfy tax obligations in connection with the vesting of restricted stock totaling $49,083, the payment of dividends of $9,037 and payments of long-term debt of $50,000, primarily related to the Revolver. Cash flows used in financing activities in the prior year period consisted primarily of net repayments of long-term debt of $32,360, primarily related to the Revolver, the purchase of shares of common stock in connection with the Board authorized share repurchase program and the purchase of common stock withheld to satisfy tax obligations in connection with the vesting of restricted stock of $81,449, and the payment of dividends of $9,965.

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During the nine months ended June 30, 2024, 595,929 shares, with a market value of $34,326, or $57.60 per share, were withheld to settle employee taxes due upon the vesting of restricted stock, and were added to treasury stock.

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During the three months ended December 31, 2024, 64,249 shares, with a market value of $5,417, or $84.31 per share, were withheld to settle employee taxes due upon the vesting of restricted stock, and were added to treasury stock.

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During the nine months ended June 30, 2024, the Board of Directors approved and paid three quarterly cash dividends of $0.15 per share. The Company currently intends to pay dividends each quarter; however, payment of dividends is determined by the

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During the three months ended December 31, 2024, the Board of Directors approved and paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per share. During fiscal 2024, the Board of Directors approved four quarterly cash dividends each for $0.15 per share, totaling $0.60 per share for the year. The Company currently intends to pay dividends each quarter; however, payment of dividends is determined by the Board of Directors at its discretion based on various factors, and no assurance can be provided as to the payment of future dividends.

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On August 6, 2024 the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share, payable on September 19, 2024 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 28, 2024.

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On February 4, 2025, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.18 per share, payable on March 18, 2025 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on February 25, 2025.

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During the nine months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, cash used in discontinued operations from operating activities was $3,707 and $2,799, respectively, primarily related to the settling of certain liabilities and environmental costs.

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During the three months ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, cash used in discontinued operations from operating activities was $180 and $2,926, respectively, primarily related to the settling of certain liabilities and environmental costs.

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During 2020, Griffon issued, at par, $1,000,000 of 5.75% Senior Notes due 2028 (the “2028 Senior Notes”). Proceeds from the 2028 Senior Notes were used to redeem $1,000,000 of 5.25% Senior Notes due 2022. In connection with the issuance and exchange of the 2028 Senior Notes, Griffon capitalized $16,448 of underwriting fees and other expenses incurred, which is being amortized over the term of such notes. During 2022, Griffon purchased $25,225 of 2028 Senior Notes in the open market at a weighted average discount of 91.82% of par, or $23,161. As of June 30, 2024, outstanding 2028 Senior Notes due totaled $974,775; interest is payable semi-annually on March 1 and September 1.

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During 2020, Griffon issued, at par, $1,000,000 of 5.75% Senior Notes due 2028 (the “2028 Senior Notes”). Proceeds from the 2028 Senior Notes were used to redeem $1,000,000 of 5.25% Senior Notes due in 2022. In connection with the issuance and exchange of the 2028 Senior Notes, Griffon capitalized $16,448 of underwriting fees and other expenses incurred, which is being amortized over the term of such notes. During 2022, Griffon purchased $25,225 of 2028 Senior Notes in the open market at a weighted average discount of 91.82% of par, or $23,161. As of December 31, 2024, outstanding 2028 Senior Notes due totaled $974,775; interest is payable semi-annually on March 1 and September 1.

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The 2028 Senior Notes are senior unsecured obligations of Griffon guaranteed by certain domestic subsidiaries, and subject to certain covenants, limitations and restrictions. The 2028 Senior Notes were registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act") via exchange offer. The fair value of the 2028 Senior Notes approximated $940,658 on June 30, 2024 based upon quoted market prices (Level 1 inputs). At June 30, 2024, $7,405 of underwriting fees and other expenses incurred remained to be amortized.

Current wording

The 2028 Senior Notes are senior unsecured obligations of Griffon guaranteed by certain domestic subsidiaries, and subject to certain covenants, limitations and restrictions. The 2028 Senior Notes were registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act") via an exchange offer. The fair value of the 2028 Senior Notes approximated $950,406 on December 31, 2024 based upon quoted market prices (Level 1 inputs). At December 31, 2024, $6,395 of underwriting fees and other expenses incurred remained to be amortized.

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On January 24, 2022, Griffon amended and restated its Credit Agreement (the "Credit Agreement") to provide for a new $800,000 Term Loan B facility, due January 24, 2029, in addition to the Revolver (the "Revolver"). The Term Loan B was issued at 99.75% of par value. Since that time, during 2023 and 2022, Griffon prepaid $25,000 and $300,000, respectively, aggregate principal amount of the Term Loan B, which permanently reduced the outstanding balance. In connection with the prepayment of the Term Loan B, Griffon recognized charges of $437 and $6,296 on the prepayment of debt in 2023 and 2022, respectively. The charges were comprised of write-offs of underwriting fees and other expenses of $386 and $5,575 for 2023 and 2022, respectively, and the original issue discount of $51 and $721 for 2023 and 2022, respectively. As of June 30, 2024, the Term Loan B outstanding balance was $459,000.

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On January 24, 2022, Griffon amended and restated its Credit Agreement (the "Credit Agreement") to provide for a new $800,000 Term Loan B facility, due January 24, 2029, in addition to the revolving credit facility (the "Revolver") provided for under the Credit Agreement. The Term Loan B facility was issued at 99.75% of par value. Since that time, during 2023 and 2022, Griffon prepaid $25,000 and $300,000, respectively, aggregate principal amount of the Term Loan B, which permanently reduced the outstanding balance. As of December 31, 2024, the Term Loan B outstanding balance was $455,000.

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0%. Furthermore, the amendment stipulates that if Griffon prepays all or a portion of the Term Loan B within six months of the amendment date, Griffon will be required to pay a premium equal to 1% of the amount prepaid. In connection with the amendment Griffon recognized a $1,700 loss on debt extinguishment in the Company's Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, primarily consisting of the write-off of unamortized debt issuance costs and original issue discount related to portions of the Term Loan B that were repaid and then reborrowed from new lenders. At June 30, 2024, unamortized costs of $5,733 related to existing and new Term Loan B facility lenders will continue to be amortized over the term of the loan.

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On June 26, 2024, Griffon further amended its Credit Agreement to favorably reprice the Term Loan B facility. The amendment reduced the margin above Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR") by 0.25%, eliminated the credit spread adjustment and reduced the SOFR floor from 0.50% to 0%. In connection with the amendment Griffon recognized a $1,700 loss on debt extinguishment primarily consisting of the write-off of unamortized debt issuance costs and original issue discount related to portions of the Term Loan B facility that were repaid and then reborrowed from new lenders. At December 31, 2024, unamortized costs of $5,107 related to existing and new Term Loan B facility lenders will continue to be amortized over the term of the loan.

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The Term Loan B facility continues to require nominal quarterly principal payments of $2,000, potential additional annual principal payments based on a percentage of excess cash flow and certain secured leverage thresholds starting with the fiscal year ended September 30, 2023; and a final balloon payment due at maturity. At September 30, 2023, Griffon's secured leverage remained below the threshold set forth in the Credit Agreement that would, if exceeded, require Griffon to make an additional payment, and therefore no additional annual principal payment was required. Term Loan B borrowings may generally be repaid without penalty but may not be re-borrowed, subject to a prepayment premium of 1.0% in connection with the above repricing transaction within the six months following the closing date of June 26, 2024. The Term Loan B facility is subject to the same affirmative and negative covenants that apply to the Revolver (as described below), but is not subject to any financial maintenance covenants. Term Loan B borrowings are secured by the same collateral that secures borrowings under the Revolver, on an equal and ratable basis. The fair value of the Term Loan B facility approximated $459,000 on June 30, 2024 based upon quoted market prices (Level 1 inputs).

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The Term Loan B bears interest at the Term SOFR rate plus a spread of 2.25% (6.58% as of December 31, 2024). The Term Loan B facility continues to require nominal quarterly principal payments of $2,000, potential additional annual principal payments based on a percentage of excess cash flow and certain secured leverage thresholds and a final balloon payment due at maturity. Term Loan B borrowings may generally be repaid without penalty. Once repaid, Term Loan B borrowings may not be reborrowed. The Term Loan B facility is subject to the same affirmative and negative covenants that apply to the Revolver (as described below), but is not subject to any financial maintenance covenants. Term Loan B borrowings are secured by the same collateral that secures borrowings under the Revolver, on an equal and ratable basis. The fair value of the Term Loan B facility approximated $457,275 on December 31, 2024 based upon quoted market prices (Level 1 inputs).

Previous wording

On August 1, 2023, Griffon amended and restated its Credit Agreement (the "Credit Agreement") to increase the maximum borrowing availability under the Revolver from $400,000 to $500,000 and extend the maturity date of the Revolver from March 22, 2025 to August 1, 2028. In the event the 2028 Senior Notes are not repaid, refinanced, or replaced prior to December 1, 2027, the Revolver will mature on December 1, 2027. The amendment also modified certain other provisions of the Credit Agreement, including increasing the letter of credit sub-facility under the Revolver from $100,000 to $125,000 and increasing the customary accordion feature from a minimum of $375,000 to a minimum of $500,000. The Revolver also includes a multi-currency sub-facility of $200,000.

Current wording

On August 1, 2023, Griffon amended and restated the Credit Agreement to increase the maximum borrowing availability under the Revolver from $400,000 to $500,000 and extend the maturity date of the Revolver from March 22, 2025 to August 1, 2028. In the event the 2028 Senior Notes are not repaid, refinanced, or replaced prior to December 1, 2027, the Revolver will mature on December 1, 2027. The amendment also modified certain other provisions of the Credit Agreement, including increasing the letter of credit sub-facility under the Revolver from $100,000 to $125,000 and increasing the customary accordion feature from a minimum of $375,000 to a minimum of $500,000. The Revolver also includes a multi-currency sub-facility of $200,000.

Previous wording

Borrowings under the Revolver may be repaid and re-borrowed at any time. Interest is payable on borrowings at either a Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR"), Sterling Overnight Index Average ("SONIA") or base rate benchmark rate, plus an applicable margin, which adjusts based on financial performance. Griffon's SOFR loans accrue interest at Term SOFR plus a credit adjustment spread and a margin of 2.00% (7.44% at June 30, 2024); SONIA loans accrue interest at SONIA Base Rate plus a credit adjustment spread and a margin of 2.00% (7.23% at June 30, 2024); and base rate loans accrue interest at prime rate plus a margin of 1.00% (9.50% at June 30, 2024).

Current wording

Borrowings under the Revolver may be repaid and re-borrowed at any time. Interest is payable on borrowings at either a SOFR, Sterling Overnight Index Average ("SONIA") or base rate benchmark rate, plus an applicable margin, which adjusts based on financial performance. Griffon's SOFR loans accrue interest at Term SOFR plus a credit adjustment spread and a margin of 2.00% (6.43% at December 31, 2024); SONIA loans accrue interest at SONIA Base Rate plus a credit adjustment spread and a margin of 2.00% (6.73% at December 31, 2024); and base rate loans accrue interest at prime rate plus a margin of 1.00% (8.50% at December 31, 2024).

Previous wording

At June 30, 2024, there were $90,000 in outstanding borrowings under the Revolver; outstanding standby letters of credit were $12,935; and $397,065 was available, subject to certain loan covenants, for borrowing at that date.

Current wording

At December 31, 2024, under the Credit Agreement, there were $59,500 in outstanding borrowings on the Revolver; outstanding standby letters of credit were $12,990; and $427,510 was available, subject to certain loan covenants, for borrowing at that date.

Previous wording

In November 2012, Garant G.P. (“Garant”), a Griffon wholly owned subsidiary, entered into a CAD 15,000 revolving credit facility. Effective in December 2023, the facility was amended to replace the Canadian Dollar Offer Rate with the Canadian Overnight Repo Rate Average ("CORRA"). The facility accrues interest at CORRA or the Canadian Bankers Acceptance Rate plus 1.3% per annum (6.04% using CORRA and 6.02% using the Canadian Bankers Acceptance Rate as of June 30, 2024). The revolving facility matures in December 2024, but is renewable upon mutual agreement with the lender. Garant is required to maintain a certain minimum equity. At June 30, 2024, there were no outstanding borrowings under the revolving credit facility with CAD 15,000 ($10,955 as of June 30, 2024) available.

Current wording

In November 2012, Garant G.P. (“Garant”), a Griffon wholly owned subsidiary, entered into a CAD 15,000 revolving credit facility. Effective in December 2023, the facility was amended to replace the Canadian Dollar Offer Rate ("CDOR") with the Canadian Overnight Repo Rate Average ("CORRA"). The facility accrues interest at CORRA plus 1.3% per annum (4.60% as of December 31, 2024). The revolving facility matured in December 2024. In January 2025, Garant entered into a new CAD 20,000 revolving credit facility. The facility accrues interest at CORRA plus a credit adjustment spread and margin of 1.2%. Garant is required to maintain a certain minimum equity.