Masco raises FY23 EPS view to $3.65-43.75 , consensus $3.61

“Our continued ability to successfully execute in a challenging demand environment, along with our continued focus on driving productivity improvements led to strong margin performance and earnings per share growth in the third quarter,” said Masco President and CEO, Keith Allman. “Consistent with our focus on disciplined capital allocation, we returned $109 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, and completed our bolt-on acquisition of Sauna360 Group Oy for approximately EUR 124 million.” “With our strong operational performance, we now anticipate our 2023 adjusted earnings per share to be in the range of $3.65 to $3.75 per share, increased from our previous expectation of $3.50 to $3.65 per share. While the near-term demand environment for repair and remodel products remains uncertain, we are executing well and demonstrating the