Builders FirstSource Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results

Builders FirstSource, Inc. (“BFS” or the “Company”) reported its results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2021.

Fourth Quarter 2021 BFS Highlights (includes BMC in Q4 2021 and not in Q4 2020)

All Year-Over-Year Comparisons Unless Otherwise Noted:

– Net sales of $4.6 billion for the quarter increased 83.1% driven by the merger with BMC, double-digit organic growth, and commodity inflation.

– Gross profit of $1.5 billion increased 122.0% driven by the merger with BMC, double-digit organic growth, and commodity inflation.

– Net income grew 216.2% to $442.5 million, or $2.31 per diluted share, and adjusted net income increased 247.6% to $532.4 million, or $2.78 per diluted share.

– The Company repurchased approximately 16.5 million shares of its common stock for a total cost of approximately $1.2 billion.

Full Year 2021 BFS Highlights (includes BMC in Full Year 2021 and not Full Year 2020)

All Year-Over-Year Comparisons Unless Otherwise Noted:

– Net sales of $19.9 billion for the period increased 132.4% driven by the merger with BMC, commodity inflation, and strong organic growth.

– Gross profit of $5.9 billion increased 163.3% driven by the merger with BMC, commodity inflation, and strong organic growth.

– Net income increased 450.3% to $1.7 billion, or $8.48 per diluted share, and adjusted net income grew 464.8% to $2.1 billion, or $10.32 per diluted share.

Fourth Quarter 2021 Highlights Compared to Combined Non-GAAP Pro Forma Fourth Quarter 2020

– Net sales of $4.6 billion for the period increased 23.7% compared to the combined pro forma prior year period.

– Core organic sales, which excludes the impacts of acquisitions (other than the BMC merger) and commodity price fluctuations and differences in the number of selling days between periods, increased 11.7%.

– Commodity inflation increased net sales 5.3%.

– Acquisitions, excluding the BMC merger, contributed net sales growth of 6.7%.

– Gross profit of $1.5 billion increased 52.5% compared to the combined pro forma prior year period.

– As a percentage of net sales, SG&A increased 60 basis points to 18.6%.

– Net income of $442.5 million, or $2.31 per diluted share, and adjusted net income of $532.4 million, or $2.78 per diluted share.

– Adjusted EBITDA increased 110.0% to a record fourth quarter $793.4 million driven by commodity values, pricing, and strong demand in the residential housing market.

– Adjusted EBITDA margin increased 700 basis points to 17.1%.

– Strong quarter-end balance sheet with a net debt to LTM Adjusted EBITDA ratio of 1.0x and liquidity of $0.7 billion.

Dave Flitman, CEO of Builders FirstSource, commented, “We achieved another quarter of double-digit core organic growth to conclude an outstanding year of above market performance and record results in 2021. On a pro forma basis in 2021, we delivered core organic growth of 21% and produced record sales of nearly $20 billion to deliver over $3 billion of Adjusted EBITDA and a record adjusted EBITDA margin of 15.4%. Our business is strong and we grew sales by more than 25% and adjusted EBITDA by more than 60%. I am extremely proud of our team members who achieved these outstanding results despite the many supply chain challenges impacting our industry.”

Mr. Flitman continued, “Looking at our progress, we are clearly leveraging the strength of our industry-leading platform, national network, operating model and robust demand environment to deliver exceptional growth, profitability and free cash flow. In addition, we continued to execute on our strategic priorities to invest both organically and through M&A, while returning capital to our shareholders through share repurchases. With a thoughtful and disciplined approach to deploying our capital, we are transforming the homebuilding industry through our investments in digital, expanding valued-added offerings for our customers, and making strategic acquisitions that bolster and extend our industry leadership position. For 2022, we continue to expect strong demand in single-family housing and across our portfolio of value-added products and solutions.”

Builders FirstSource Financial Performance Highlights – Fourth Quarter 2021 Compared to Combined Non-GAAP Pro Forma Fourth Quarter 2020

Net Sales

Net sales for the period were $4.6 billion, a 23.7% increase compared to the combined pro forma prior year period. Core organic sales increased by 11.7%, while commodity price inflation contributed 5.3% to net sales. Acquisitions, excluding the BMC merger, contributed net sales growth of 6.7%. Core organic sales in value-added products grew by an estimated 28.3% compared with the combined pro forma prior year period. Robust demand nationally was somewhat restrained by material availability constraints. Demand for single family housing continues to drive top-line growth. For the quarter, our core organic customer growth increased 14.4% for Single Family, 1.2% for R&R/Other and 6.7% for Multi Family.

Gross Profit

Gross profit was $1.5 billion, an increase of $511.3 million or 52.5% compared with the combined pro forma prior year period. Our gross margin increased 610 basis points to 32.1%, primarily driven by disciplined pricing in a volatile, supply-constrained marketplace, as well as effective and timely sourcing.

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses

SG&A was $864.0 million, an increase of approximately $189.0 million, or 28.0%, compared to the combined pro forma prior year period, driven primarily by expense related to the BMC merger and other acquisitions including amortization expense of acquired intangibles and one-time charges. Variable compensation was also higher due to the increase in profitability and core organic growth. As a percentage of net sales, total SG&A increased by 60 basis points to 18.6%.

Interest Expense

Interest expense increased by $5.8 million to $40.3 million compared to the same combined pro forma prior year period. The year-over-year increase is primarily due to the $1.0 billion senior unsecured Notes due 2032 issued in the third quarter, partially offset by the reduction in the senior secured Notes due 2027.

Income Tax Expense

Driven by higher profitability, income tax expense was $139.1 million, compared to $64.3 million in the combined pro forma prior year period. The effective tax rate in the fourth quarter was 23.9%, up 40 basis points versus the prior year period.

Net Income

Net income was $442.5 million, or $2.31 earnings per diluted share, compared to combined pro forma net income of $200.7 million, or $0.96 earnings per diluted share, in the same period a year ago. Adjusted net income was $532.4 million, or $2.78 adjusted earnings per diluted share, compared to combined pro forma adjusted net income of $225.5 million, or $1.08 adjusted earnings per diluted share, in the prior year period. The 136.1% increase in adjusted net income was primarily driven by the increase in net sales and gross margin partially offset by higher income tax and SG&A expense described above. Adjusted earnings per diluted share excludes amortization and one-time expenses related to merger and acquisition activity.

Adjusted EBITDA

Adjusted EBITDA increased 110.0% to $793.4 million, driven by solid demand across our key customer end-markets, commodity inflation, and pricing. Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to a record 17.1%, which increased 700 basis points compared to the year-over-year pro forma period.

Builders FirstSource Financial Performance Highlights – Full Year 2021 Compared to Combined Non-GAAP Pro Forma Full Year 2020

Net Sales

Net sales for the period were $19.9 billion, a 55.8% increase compared to the pro forma year-over- year period. Commodity price inflation contributed 30.2% to net sales, while core organic sales increased by 20.6%. Acquisitions completed during 2021, excluding the BMC merger, contributed net sales growth of 5.4%, while the numbers of selling days reduced net sales growth by 0.4%. Core organic sales in value-added products grew by an estimated 29.8%, led by 42.5% growth in our Manufactured Products category compared with the combined pro forma prior year period. Robust demand nationally was restrained by material availability constraints. Strong execution and demand for single family housing continues to drive core organic growth. For the year-over-year period, our core organic growth increased 27.7% for Single Family, 1.8% for R&R/Other, and 1.5% for Multi Family.

Gross Profit

Gross profit was $5.9 billion, an increase of $2.6 billion or 77.7% compared with the combined pro forma prior year period. Our gross margin increased 360 basis points to 29.4%, primarily driven by disciplined pricing in a volatile, supply-constrained marketplace.

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses

SG&A was $3.5 billion, an increase of approximately $962.2 million or 38.5%, compared to the combined pro forma prior year period, driven primarily by expenses related to the BMC merger and other acquisitions, including amortization expense of acquired intangibles and one-time charges. Variable compensation was also higher due to the increase in profitability and core organic growth. As a percentage of net sales, total SG&A decreased by 220 basis points to 17.4% due to the effect of higher net sales against fixed costs and continued expense control.

Interest Expense

Interest expense decreased by $22.1 million to $135.9 million compared to the combined pro forma prior year period. The year-over-year decrease includes higher one-time charges of $29.4 million related to debt financing transactions during the twelve months of 2020, compared to $8.1 million in the twelve months of 2021.

Income Tax Expense

Driven by higher profitability, income tax expense was $526.1 million, compared to $148.3 million in the combined pro forma prior year period. The effective tax rate was 23.4%.

Net Income

Net income was $1.7 billion, or $8.48 earnings per diluted share, compared to combined pro forma of $484.8 million, or $2.34 earnings per diluted share, in the same period a year ago. Adjusted net income was $2.1 billion, or $10.32 adjusted earnings per diluted share, compared to a combined pro forma of $577.2 million, or $2.79 adjusted earnings per diluted share, in the prior year period. The 263.7% increase in adjusted net income was primarily driven by the increase in net sales and gross margin. Adjusted earnings per diluted share excludes amortization and one-time expenses related to merger and acquisition activity, as well as losses recognized on the refinancing and extinguishment of debt.

Adjusted EBITDA

Adjusted EBITDA increased 185.5% to $3.1 billion, driven by solid demand across single family home growth, commodity inflation, pricing, and cost leverage. Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 15.4%, which increased 700 basis points compared to the year-over-year pro forma period.

Builders FirstSource Capital Structure, Leverage, and Liquidity Information

For the twelve months ended December 31, 2021, cash provided by operating activities was $1.7 billion; and cash used in investing activities was $1.3 billion, including capital expenditures of $214.3 million, net of proceeds. The Company’s free cash was an inflow of $1.5 billion, primarily driven by the impact of commodity inflation and core organic growth. The free cash flow yearly result was lower than our forecasted guide as a result of net outflow of working capital related to the timing of rising commodity prices in December.

Liquidity as of December 31, 2021 was $0.7 billion, consisting of approximately $0.7 billion in net borrowing availability under the revolving credit facility and $43 million of cash on hand.

As of December 31, 2021, Adjusted EBITDA, on a combined pro forma trailing twelve-month basis, was $3.1 billion and net debt was $2.9 billion, resulting in a decrease of our net leverage ratio from 1.3x to 1.0x.

In the fourth quarter, BFS repurchased approximately 16.5 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $70.89, for a total cost of approximately $1.2 billion. As of January 31, 2022, BFS completed its previously-announced $1.0 billion share repurchase authorization and as of January 31, 2022, BFS had approximately 176.8 million shares outstanding. For 2021, the Company repurchased approximately 27.5 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $63.63, for a total cost of approximately $1.7 billion.

In January 2022, the Company completed a private offering of an additional $300.0 million in aggregate principal amount of 2032 notes at an issue price equal to 100.50% of par value. Net proceeds from the offering were used to repay borrowings on the 2026 facility and to pay related transaction fees and expenses. In addition, the Company amended the 2026 facility to increase the total commitments by an aggregate amount of $400.0 million resulting in a new $1.8 billion amended credit facility.

In February 2022, the Board approved a new $1 billion share repurchase authorization.

BMC Merger Integration

Since closing the merger with BMC on January 1, 2021, Builders FirstSource has made substantial progress in integrating the two companies while delivering solid execution.

The Company exited 2021 realizing expected cost synergies of $160 million through 2022.

The Company delivered $32 million in cost synergies in the fourth quarter and $108 million for the full year 2021. In addition, the Company expects 2022 realized cost synergies related to the BMC integration will be approximately $52 million.

In addition, the Company believes it will deliver approximately $100 million in productivity savings in 2022.

M&A Update

On December 7, 2021, the Company acquired Truss Technologies, for approximately $30 million. Truss Technologies is a highly profitable manufacturer of roof and floor trusses in Western Michigan, with trailing twelve months 2021 sales of approximately $30 million.

On December 31, 2021, the Company closed its acquisition of National Lumber, the largest independent building materials supplier in New England. National Lumber operates 16 facilities and employs more than 700 people across Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island, with a diverse mix of products and end markets, including a strong R&R mix of business. National Lumber sales were approximately $440 million in 2021.

2022 Assumptions:

The Company’s anticipated 2022 performance is based on several assumptions, including the following:

• Single family starts percentage growth across our geographies in the mid-single digits; multi-family starts percentage increase in the low to mid-single digits; and R&R growth in the low to mid-single digits.
• Recently completed acquisitions projected to add net sales growth of 4% to 5%.
• One fewer selling day in 2022 versus 2021 or approximately 0.4%.
• Depreciation and amortization expenses in the range of $440 million to $460 million, including approximately $180 million of amortization related to intangible assets acquired in the BMC merger. Total depreciation projected to be $190 million and total amortization of $260 million for the full year 2022.
• Total capital expenditures spend in the range of $400 million to $420 million.
• Free cash flow in the range of $1.6 billion to $2.0 billion assuming average commodity prices in the range of $600 to $1,000
• Interest expense in the range of $175 million to $185 million.
• An effective tax rate between 23.0% to 25.0%.

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About Builders FirstSource

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Builders FirstSource is the largest U.S. supplier of building products, prefabricated components, and value-added services to the professional market segment for new residential construction and repair and remodeling. We provide customers an integrated homebuilding solution, offering manufacturing, supply, delivery and installation of a full range of structural and related building products. We operate in 42 states with approximately 565 locations and have a market presence in 47 of the top 50 and 85 of the top 100 MSA’s, providing geographic diversity and balanced end market exposure. We service customers from strategically located distribution and manufacturing facilities (certain of which are co-located) that produce value-added products such as roof and floor trusses, wall panels, stairs, vinyl windows, custom millwork and pre-hung doors. Builders FirstSource also distributes dimensional lumber and lumber sheet goods, millwork, windows, interior and exterior doors, and other building products. For more information about Builders FirstSource, visit the Company’s website at www.bldr.com.

Contact:

Michael Neese – Senior Vice President Investor Relations – (214) 765-3804

Source: Builders FirstSource, Inc.