NASHVILLE, Tenn. — LP Buildings Solutions recorded net income of $160 million on consolidated net sales of $814 million in the second quarter ended June 30. Net income was $181 million than the $21 million loss the company reported in the same period last year.
LP said its increased second quarter net income primarily reflects a $135 million increase in Adjusted EBITDA, $48 million changes in business exit charges and credits, and $16 million of prior year settlements of OSB patent-related claims, partially offset by a $31 million increase in the provision for income taxes. The company further observed that its year-over-year increase in Adjusted EBITDA includes $73 million due to higher OSB selling prices, a $23 million increase from higher OSB sales volumes, and a $52 million impact from higher Siding net sales.
"LP’s Siding business continued to gain share and outperform the underlying markets we serve, setting records for sales and EBITDA in the quarter and notching another record quarter for LP SmartSide ExpertFinish Trim & Siding,” said LP Chairperson and CEO Brad Southern. “Consistent execution of LP’s strategy, growth in Siding and Structural Solutions, and exceptional cost control and safety in Siding and OSB delivered $229M in adjusted EBITDA in the second quarter.”
LP’s net sales for the first six months of 2024 increased year-over-year by $344 million (or 29%). Siding revenue increased by $125 million (or 19%), due to 6% higher prices and 13% higher volumes. OSB revenue increased by $246 million (or 59%), driven by 35% higher prices and 17% higher volumes. This was partially offset by decreases in the LPSA segment and other revenue of $15 million and $12 million, respectively.
Net income for the first half of 2024 increased year-over-year by $266 million to $267 million.
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