Delivered Net Sales of $906M , a 4% Decline Compared to the Prior Year Grew Operating Profit to $118M , up 6% Over the Prior Year; Adjusted Operating Profit of $140M , up 6% Over the Prior Year Reported Diluted EPS of $2.84 , up 11% Over the Prior Year; Adjusted Diluted EPS of $3.38 , up 11% Over the Prior Year Generated $293M in Year-to-Date Cash Flow from Operations ATLANTA, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity... Read More

Atlanta, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; "Company") today declared a quarterly dividend of 15 cents per share. The dividend is payable on May 1, 2024, to shareholders of record on April 17, 2024. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more... Read More

ATLANTA, March 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the “Company”) today announced that it is planning to release its fiscal 2024 second quarter results on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at 6:00 a.m. (EST), followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (EST). Neil Ashe, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands will lead the call. The webcast, earnings release, and supplemental... Read More

ATLANTA, Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the “Company”), a market leading industrial technology company, today announced that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) increased its quarterly dividend by 15 percent to 15 cents per share from 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on February 14, 2024, to shareholders of record on February 5, 2024. In addition, the Board authorized the... Read More

Delivered Net Sales of $935M , a 6% Decline Compared to the Prior Year Grew Operating Profit to $133M , up 22% Over the Prior Year; Adjusted Operating Profit of $154M , up 10% Over the Prior Year Reported Diluted EPS of $3.21 , up 40% Over the Prior Year; Adjusted Diluted EPS of $3.72 , up 13% Over the Prior Year Generated $190M in Cash Flow from Operations ATLANTA, Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc.... Read More

ATLANTA, Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the “Company”) today announced that it is planning to release its fiscal 2024 first-quarter results on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at 6:00 a.m. (EST), followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (EST). Neil Ashe, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands will lead the call. The webcast, earnings release, and supplemental... Read More

ATLANTA, Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) ("Acuity"), a market-leading industrial technology company, released its annual EarthLIGHT Report highlighting many of its Fiscal Year 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) accomplishments. The EarthLIGHT Report shares Acuity’s annual progress update on certain strategic priorities and specific efforts around ESG. “The EarthLIGHT... Read More

Delivered Fiscal 2023 Net Sales of $4.0B , a 1% Decline Compared to the Prior Year Reported Fiscal 2023 Diluted EPS of $10.76 ; Fiscal 2023 Adj. Diluted EPS of $14.05 , up 10% Over the Prior Year Generated $578M in Cash Flow from Operations in Fiscal 2023 Delivered Fiscal Q4 2023 Net Sales of $1.0B , a 9% Decline Compared to the Prior Year Reported Fiscal Q4 2023 Diluted EPS of $2.63 ; Fiscal Q4 2023 Adj. Diluted EPS of... Read More

Atlanta, Sept. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; "Company") today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on November 1, 2023, to shareholders of record on October 18, 2023. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and... Read More

ATLANTA, Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the “Company”) today announced that it is planning to release its fiscal 2023 fourth-quarter and full-year earnings results on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at 6:00 a.m. (EST), followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (EST). Neil Ashe, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands will lead the call. The webcast, earnings release,... Read More

Improved Operating Profit Margin 80 Basis Points Over the Prior Year and Adjusted Operating Profit Margin 100 Basis Points Over the Prior Year Grew Diluted EPS and Adjusted Diluted EPS 7 Percent Over the Prior Year Generated Strong Cash Flow from Operations and Allocated Capital to the Acquisition of KE2 Therm and the Continued Repurchasing of Outstanding Shares ATLANTA, June 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc.... Read More

ATLANTA, June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; "Company") today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on August 1, 2023, to shareholders of record on July 18, 2023. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more... Read More

ATLANTA, May 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the “Company”) today announced that it is planning to release its fiscal 2023 third-quarter earnings results on Thursday, June 29, 2023, at 6:00 a.m. (EST), followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (EST). Neil Ashe, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands will lead the call. The webcast, earnings release, and supplemental... Read More

ATLANTA, April 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Acuity”) a leading industrial technology company, announced a definitive agreement to acquire KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc. (“KE2 Therm”), which develops and provides intelligent refrigeration control solutions that improve profitability by increasing system efficiency and decreasing operational and service costs. The transaction is expected to... Read More

Solid Sales and Margin Expansion Across Both Business Segments Increased Net Sales 4 Percent Over the Prior Year Diluted EPS Increased 21 Percent Over the Prior Year; Adjusted Diluted EPS Increased 19 Percent Over the Prior Year Generated Strong Cash Flow from Operations and Continued to Repurchase Shares ATLANTA, April 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the "Company"), a market-leading industrial... Read More

Atlanta, March 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; "Company") today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on May 1, 2023, to shareholders of record on April 17, 2023. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more... Read More

ATLANTA, March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Company”) today announced that the Company is planning to release its fiscal 2023 second-quarter earnings results on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at 6:00 a.m. (EST), followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (EST). Neil Ashe, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands will lead the call. The webcast, earnings release, and... Read More

Atlanta, Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; "Company") today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on February 14, 2023, to shareholders of record on February 6, 2023. The dividend payment date has changed for this period due to a change in the quarterly board meeting date. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a... Read More

Increased Net Sales 8 Percent Over the Prior Year Diluted EPS Declined 7 Percent Over the Prior Year; Adjusted Diluted EPS Increased 15 Percent Over the Prior Year Generated $187M in Cash Flow from Operations and Repurchased 0.5M of Outstanding Shares ATLANTA, Jan. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the "Company"), a market-leading industrial technology company, announced net sales of $997.9... Read More

ATLANTA, Dec. 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Company”) today announced that the Company is planning to release its fiscal 2023 first-quarter earnings results on Monday, January 9, 2023, at 6:00 a.m. (EST), followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (EST). Neil Ashe, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands, will lead the call. The webcast, earnings release, and... Read More

Atlanta, Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) Today, Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) ("Acuity"), a market-leading industrial technology company released its fourth annual EarthLIGHT Report on its Fiscal Year 2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) accomplishments, announcing its new ESG targets, and sharing progress on its ongoing initiatives. “Our businesses develop technology that can help save our customers energy and... Read More

The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the “Company”) announced today the retirement of Dominic J. Pileggi and Ray M. Robinson from the Board at the end of their current terms, effective January 25, 2023. As a result, Mr. Pileggi and Mr. Robinson will not stand for reelection at the Company’s upcoming 2023 Annual Meeting. “On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Dominic and Ray for their... Read More

Strong Full-Year Performance with Record Net Sales Delivering Operating Profit and Diluted EPS Growth Increased Net Sales 12% in Q4'2022; 16% in FY'2022 Over the Prior Year Increased Diluted EPS 28% in Q4'2022; 32% in FY'2022 Over the Prior Year Deployed Additional $107M to Share Repurchases in Q4'2022; $512M for FY'2022 Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the "Company") a market-leading industrial technology company announced... Read More

ATLANTA, September 29, 2022 - The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; "Company") today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on November 1, 2022, to shareholders of record on October 17, 2022. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces and light. Through our two... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the “Company”) announced today that, effective September 29, 2022, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) approved an increase in the size of the Board from 11 to 12 members and elected Michael J. Bender as an Independent Director. Mr. Bender will serve on the Audit and Governance Committees. He will serve for a term that will expire at the Company’s next annual meeting of stockholders. Mr.... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Company”) today announced that the Company is planning to release its fiscal 2022 fourth-quarter and full-year earnings results on Tuesday, October 4, at 6:00 a.m. (EDT), followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (EDT). Neil Ashe, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands, will lead the call. The webcast, earnings release, and supplemental presentation can be accessed... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) ("Acuity" or the "Company"), a market-leading industrial technology company, today announced the appointment of Philippe Brzusczak, Senior Vice President, Corporate Development and Strategy, to its executive leadership team. Philippe will be responsible for evaluating mergers and acquisitions (M&A) opportunities, conducting ongoing assessments of the industry and competitive landscape, and... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc . (NYSE: AYI) (the “Company”) announced today that, effective June 29, 2022, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) approved an increase in the size of the Board from 10 to 11 members and elected Marcia J. Avedon, Ph.D. as an Independent Director. Dr. Avedon will serve on the Governance and Compensation and Management Development Committees. She will serve for a term that will expire at the Company’s next... Read More

Increased Net Sales 18% Over the Prior Year Increased Diluted EPS 30% Over the Prior Year Deployed $296 million to Share Repurchases Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the "Company"), a market-leading industrial technology company, announced net sales of $1.1 billion in the third quarter of fiscal 2022 ended May 31, 2022, an increase of 17.9 percent or $160.9 million, compared to the same period in fiscal 2021. Diluted... Read More

The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; "Company") today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on August 1, 2022, to shareholders of record on July 15, 2022. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces and light. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Company”) today announced that the Company is planning to release its fiscal 2022 third-quarter earnings results on Thursday, June 30, at 6:00 a.m. (EDT), followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (EDT). Neil Ashe, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands, will lead the call. On that day, the webcast, earnings release, and supplemental presentation can be accessed... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) ("Acuity" or the "Company"), a market-leading industrial technology company, today announced the appointment of Sach Sankpal as Senior Vice President, Growth and Transformation, and a member of the executive leadership team. Sankpal will lead the technology organization, deploy the Company’s Better.Smarter.Faster. operating system, and direct integration efforts for future Acuity mergers and... Read More

Net Sales Increased 17% Over the Prior Year Operating Profit Increased 12% Over the Prior Year Diluted EPS Increased 22% Over the Prior Year Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the "Company") a market-leading industrial technology company announced net sales of $909.1 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2022 ended February 28, 2022, an increase of $132.5 million, or 17.1 percent, compared to the same period in fiscal 2021.... Read More

The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; "Company") today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on May 2, 2022, to shareholders of record on April 18, 2022. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces and light. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Company”) today announced that the Company is planning to release its fiscal 2022 second-quarter earnings results on Tuesday, April 5, at 6:00 a.m. (EDT) to be followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (EDT). Neil Ashe, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands, will lead the call. The conference call and earnings release can be accessed via the Investor Relations... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) ("Acuity or Company"), a market-leading industrial technology company, today announced a new initiative planned to reduce paper use by more than 15 million sheets and save an estimated 1,500 trees per year through its introduction of scannable QR code instructions. The shift to lessen paper usage aligns the Company's sustainability goals with its digital transformation. "Our products last for... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI), a market-leading industrial technology company, today announced it is expanding its collaboration with Microsoft to bring new capabilities to Acuity Brands smart lighting, lighting controls, and building automation solutions. Acuity Brands has a bold goal to avoid 100m metric tons of carbon emissions as a result of projected 2020-2030 sales of LED luminaires, lighting controls, and building... Read More

Net Sales Increased 17% Over the Prior Year Operating Profit Increased 34% Over the Prior Year Diluted EPS Increased 57% Over the Prior Year Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the "Company") a market-leading industrial technology company announced net sales of $926.1 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2022 ended November 30, 2021, an increase of $134.1 million or 16.9 percent, compared to the same period in fiscal 2021.... Read More

The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; "Company") today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on February 1, 2022, to shareholders of record on January 20, 2022. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces and light. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Company”) today announced that the Company is planning to release its fiscal 2021 first-quarter earnings results on Friday, January 7th, at 6:00 a.m. (EDT) to be followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (EDT). Neil Ashe, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands, will lead the call. The conference call and earnings release can be accessed via the Investor Relations... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) ("Acuity") a market-leading industrial technology company, today announced it has published its third annual EarthLIGHT Report , highlighting its Fiscal Year 2021 accomplishments and ongoing progress on its initiatives. EarthLIGHT–a central tenet of Acuity’s strategy–reflects its comprehensive approach to manage, organize and report Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”) topics. Through... Read More

Net Sales Increased 11.4% in Fourth Quarter versus the Prior Year Gross Profit Margin Expansion of 10 Basis Points in Fourth Quarter versus the Prior Year Operating Profit Margin Expansion of 150 Basis Points and Adjusted Operating Profit Margin Expansion of 110 Basis Points in Fourth Quarter versus the Prior Year Approximately 3.8 Million Shares Repurchased during Fiscal 2021 Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the "Company")... Read More

The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; "Company") today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on November 1, 2021, to shareholders of record on October 15, 2021. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. Through its two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent... Read More

Today, Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Acuity”) announced the upcoming retirement of Richard (Ricky) K. Reece, Executive Vice President of Acuity Brands and Vice Chairman, Acuity Brands Lighting. Reece will continue in his role until November 30, 2021. “On behalf of the Board of Directors, the leadership team, and our associates, we thank Ricky for his dedication and many contributions to Acuity,” said Neil Ashe, President... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Company”) today announced that the Company is planning to release its fiscal 2021 fourth-quarter earnings results on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at 6:00 a.m. (EDT) to be followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. (EDT). Neil M. Ashe, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands, will lead the call. The conference call and earnings release can be accessed via the Investor... Read More

The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the “Company”) announced today the retirement of Peter C. Browning from the Board and the election of Mark J. Sachleben as a member of the Board, both effective as of August 6, 2021. Mr. Sachleben will serve for a term that will expire at the Company’s next annual meeting of stockholders. Mr. Sachleben currently serves as Chief Financial Officer of New... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) announced today that its Care222® filtered far-UVC module with patent-pending dosing electronics is the first germicidal UV (GUV) source in the wavelength range 200-230 nm (i.e., “far-UVC”) to be UL LLC Certified to meet U.S. and Canadian standards for germicidal equipment for use in occupied spaces. When properly installed and administered, the module is in the Exempt risk group for... Read More

Net Sales Increased 15.9% versus Prior Year Gross Profit Margin Expansion of 80 Basis Points versus Prior Year Announced the Closing of the Previously Announced Acquisition of ams OSRAM’s North American Digital Systems business Announced the Two Business Segments: Acuity Brands Lighting and the Intelligent Spaces Group Highlighted its Commitment to 100 Million Metric Tons of Carbon Reduction by 2030 Acuity Brands, Inc.... Read More

The Board of Directors of Acuity Bra n ds, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; "Company") today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on August 2, 2021 to shareholders of record on July 16, 2021. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. The Company designs, manufactures, and brings to market products and services that make the world more... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Acuity”) a leading industrial technology company, today announced the launch of Acuity Anywhere, a hybrid work model with all jobs either classified as Onsite, Flexible, or Remote. Onsite associates work within Acuity facilities, Flexible associates split their time between an Acuity facility and a home office, and Remote associates primarily work from home. Acuity Anywhere allows associates... Read More

Today, Acuity B rands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Acuity”) a leading industrial technology company announced it has signed a definitive agreement to purchase ams OSRAM’s North American Digital Systems (DS) business. Acuity’s ownership of ams OSRAM’s North American DS business will bring a strategic fit and perspective to customers and associates, and a growth strategy for the business. Acuity expects the transaction to close during... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Company”) today announced that the Company is planning to release its fiscal 2021 third-quarter earnings results on Thursday, July 1 st , at 7:00 a.m. (ET) to be followed by an extended virtual investor update at 9:00 a.m. (ET). Neil M. Ashe, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands, will lead the event alongside the leadership team and senior operations executives.... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; “Acuity”) a market-leading industrial technology company, today announced Peter Han, co-founder of Rockpile Ventures, as President of Acuity’s newly-named Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG). Formerly referred to as Acuity’s Intelligent Buildings business, ISG includes Atrius® and Distech Controls™. Rockpile co-founder Dinesh Narayanan is now Vice President of Business Development of ISG. The... Read More

Net Sales Declined 5.8% versus Prior Year Gross Profit Margin Expansion of 170 Basis Points versus Prior Year Outstanding Share Count Reduced By Approximately 9.6% Since May 2020 Acuity Brands Reaches Carbon Neutrality Across its Operations Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the "Company") a market-leading industrial technology company announced net sales of $776.6 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2021 ended February... Read More

The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; "Company") today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on May 3, 2021 to shareholders of record on April 16, 2021. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. The Company designs, manufactures, and brings to market products and services that make the world more brilliant,... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (“Company”) today announced that the Company is planning to release its fiscal 2021 second-quarter earnings results on Wednesday, March 31 st , at 8:00 a.m. (ET) to be followed by a conference call at 10:00 a.m. (ET). Neil M. Ashe, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Brands, will lead the call. The conference call and earnings release can be accessed via the Investor... Read More

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; “Company”) today announced Trevor S. Palmer was appointed President of the Company’s lighting and lighting controls business (ABL). Effective March 1, 2021, Trevor assumes responsibility for driving innovation across the Company’s lighting and lighting controls products, growing market share, and executing the digital transformation of the business. Trevor has over 27 years of experience in... Read More