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ST PAUL, MN - H.B. Fuller Company (NYSE:FUL), a global manufacturer of adhesives, sealants, and other specialty chemical products with a market capitalization of $2.9 billion and annual revenue of $3.55 billion, announced the results of its Annual Meeting held on Tuesday. According to InvestingPro data, the company maintains a strong financial health score of "GOOD" with a current ratio of 1.97, indicating solid liquidity. Shareholders voted on several key issues, including the election of directors, the ratification of the company’s independent auditor, and the approval of the executive compensation plan.
During the meeting, all three directors standing for election were successfully re-elected for another three-year term. Michael J. Happe received 46,412,769 votes for his election, Charles T. Lauber garnered 48,819,572 votes, and Celeste B. Mastin obtained 49,549,591 votes. The results also showed a significant number of broker non-votes for each director, indicating shares that were represented but not voted on these items.
Shareholders ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending November 29, 2025, with 51,140,675 votes in favor, 297,882 against, and 19,134 abstaining.
A non-binding advisory vote to approve the compensation of the company’s named executive officers, as detailed in H.B. Fuller’s 2025 proxy statement, passed with 48,303,399 votes for, 1,305,400 against, and 133,873 abstentions.
Additionally, the third amendment and restatement of the H.B. Fuller Company 2020 Master Incentive Plan was approved with 35,833,464 votes for, 13,858,640 against, and 50,568 abstentions. The approval of the incentive plan indicates shareholder support for the company’s strategy to align executive compensation with company performance. InvestingPro analysis reveals that management has been actively buying back shares, demonstrating confidence in the company’s future. The company has also maintained an impressive 32-year streak of consecutive dividend increases, showcasing its commitment to shareholder returns. For investors seeking deeper insights, InvestingPro offers additional ProTips and comprehensive analysis in its Pro Research Report, available along with detailed metrics for over 1,400 US stocks.
The meeting had a quorum with 51,457,691 common shares represented in person or by proxy out of a total of 54,189,226 common shares outstanding and entitled to vote. This press release is based on information contained in a recent SEC filing. Based on InvestingPro’s Fair Value analysis, H.B. Fuller currently appears slightly undervalued, presenting a potential opportunity for value investors.
In other recent news, H.B. Fuller Company reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, surpassing analysts’ expectations with an adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.54, compared to the forecasted $0.50. The company also exceeded revenue expectations, reporting $789 million against an anticipated $769.56 million. Additionally, H.B. Fuller announced a 5.6% increase in its regular quarterly cash dividend, raising it from $0.2225 to $0.2350 per share, marking the 56th consecutive year of dividend growth. This increase reflects the company’s commitment to delivering shareholder value.
Moreover, the company reported that its EBITDA reached $114 million, aligning with the higher end of its guidance range, and organic revenue grew by 1.9% year-over-year. Despite mixed market conditions, H.B. Fuller maintained a strong market position in key segments such as automotive and structural adhesives. In terms of future expectations, the company anticipates a net revenue decline of 2-4% for the full year, with organic revenue expected to remain flat or increase by up to 2%. The company projects adjusted EBITDA between $600 million and $625 million, with adjusted EPS ranging from $3.90 to $4.20.
In other developments, H.B. Fuller continues to focus on innovation and cost optimization to navigate challenging market conditions, as emphasized by CEO Celeste Masten. The company’s strategic plan includes optimizing its portfolio mix and streamlining its manufacturing cost structure to achieve its profitability goals.
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