Leggett & Platt Stock News

Seven of the top-ten Dividend Kings by yield offer annual dividends from a $1K investment exceeding their single share prices, making them attractive buys. Six Dividend Kings, including Altria Group and Hormel Foods, are currently fair-priced, with dividends meeting or exceeding their single-share prices. Analysts predict net gains between 15% and 45.53% for the top-ten Dividend Kings by Februa...

CARTHAGE, Mo. , Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Leggett & Platt's Board of Directors declared a dividend of $.05 per share for the first quarter 2025.

Dividends provide a reliable income stream, especially during tough economic times, alleviating financial pressure without the need to sell shares. Persistent inflation makes dividend income increasingly valuable, as it offers stability when market returns are volatile or negative. Investing in well-established, high-yield dividend companies with strong cash flows can ensure a steady income and...

Leggett & Platt appears undervalued, trading at 9.8x GAAP FWD earnings and 6.7x 2029 EPS, making it a potential buy. Significant reorganization efforts, including Hydraulic Cylinders and G&A initiatives, are expected to enhance EBIT margins and free cash flow in 2025. Anticipated cash from real estate sales and potential Aerospace Group sale could improve the balance sheet and stock valuation.

Leggett & Platt, Incorporated (NYSE:LEG ) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 14, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Cassie Branscum - VP, IR Karl Glassman - CEO Ben Burns - CFO Tyson Hagale - President, Bedding Products Sam Smith - President, Specialized Products and Furniture, Flooring & Textile Products Conference Call Participants Susan Maklari - Goldman Sachs Bobby Griffin - Raymon...

CARTHAGE, Mo. , Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 4Q sales of $1.1 billion, a 5% decrease vs 4Q23 4Q EPS of $.10, 4Q adjusted1 EPS of $.21, a $.05 decrease vs adjusted1 4Q23 EPS 2024 sales of $4.4 billion, a 7% decrease vs 2023 2024 EPS of ($3.73), 2024 adjusted1 EPS of $1.05, a $.34 decrease vs adjusted1 2023 EPS 2025 guidance: sales of $4.0–$4.3 billion, EPS of $.83–$1.24; adjusted1 EPS of $1.00–...

Carthage, MO, Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leggett & Platt (NYSE:LEG), a diversified manufacturer of engineered products serving several major markets, will release fourth quarter and full year earnings results on Thursday, February 13, 2025 after the market closes, and hold its quarterly conference call to discuss fourth quarter and full year results, annual guidance, market conditions, c...

Procter & Gamble and Coca-Cola, despite recent pullbacks, remain strong long-term dividend investments due to their resilient business models and consistent dividend histories. Both companies face short-term headwinds from high interest rates and shifting consumer sentiment but maintain strong fundamentals and well-covered dividends. Procter & Gamble offers a 2.44% yield, with a safe payout rat...