Franklin Electric Co Inc

Latest Results (05.04.2026):

Franklin Electric Co Inc (Franklin Electric Co., Inc.) reported fourth quarter 2025 results. For Q4 2025, net sales were $506.9 million (up from $485.7 million in Q4 2024), operating income was $51.6 million (vs. $43.0 million), and diluted EPS was $0.87 (vs. $0.72). For the full year 2025, net sales were $2.1 billion (vs. $2.0 billion), operating income was $269.0 million (vs. $243.6 million), diluted EPS was $3.22 (vs. $3.86), and adjusted diluted EPS was $4.14, up $0.22 or 6% versus 2024.

Revenue

Q4 2025 net sales of $506.9M represent a roughly 4.4% increase versus Q4 2024. Full-year 2025 net sales rose to $2.1B from $2.0B in 2024.

Operating income and margins

Q4 operating income improved to $51.6M from $43.0M year-over-year. Full-year operating income increased to $269.0M from $243.6M, reflecting expanded margins and stronger overall execution.

Earnings per share

Q4 diluted EPS was $0.87 versus $0.72 a year earlier. Full-year GAAP diluted EPS declined to $3.22 from $3.86, while adjusted diluted EPS rose to $4.14, a $0.22 (6%) increase versus 2024.

Drivers of performance

The company cited effective pricing actions, transformation initiatives, progress on strategic investments in innovation, and targeted acquisitions, along with expanded and optimized global manufacturing capabilities as key contributors to results.

Outlook and balance sheet

Management noted healthy order trends and a solid balance sheet that provides flexibility for capital allocation. The stated priorities are driving profitable growth, expanding margins, and executing strategic initiatives to deliver long-term shareholder value. The release did not provide specific forward-quarter guidance.

Management commentary

CEO Joe Ruzynski characterized the quarter as a solid close to a strong year of growth and emphasized continued focus on profitable growth, margin expansion, and strategic execution heading into the new year.