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David Whiston, CFA, CPA, CFE
EUR 147.86 For Business Accounts Only

Masco Shares Punished After Earnings Miss, But Our Long-Term Outlook Remains Unchanged

The third quarter of 2016 marked the 20th consecutive quarter in which Masco generated both top- and bottom-line growth; however, the narrow moat-rated home improvement and building supply company missed consensus sales and earnings estimates by 2% and 6%, respectively, and Masco shares closed down nearly 10% on Oct. 25. The earnings miss was primarily due to a $21 million ($0.04 per share) warranty charge the firm’s windows segment took during the quarter. Despite the miss, we believe Masco rem...
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Masco Corporation

Masco designs, manufactures and distributes home improvement and building products. The company's Plumbing Products include faucets, showerheads, handheld showers, valves, bath hardware and accessories, bathing units, shower bases and enclosures and toilets. This segment also includes brass, copper and composite plumbing system components and other non-decorative plumbing products. The company's Decorative Architectural Products include cabinet and door hardware, functional hardware, wall plates, hook and hook rail products, and picture hanging accessories. This segment also includes decorative indoor and outdoor lighting fixtures, ceiling fans, landscape lighting and LED lighting systems.

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Morningstar
Morningstar

Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment research in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The company offer an extensive line of products and services for individual investors, financial advisors, asset managers, and retirement plan providers and sponsors.

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David Whiston, CFA, CPA, CFE

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