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Graybar Reports 2025 Financial Results

Graybar, a prominent distributor operating in the realm of electrical, industrial, automation, and connectivity products, has recently announced its 2025 financial performance. Achieving record net sales of $12.9 billion, the firm marks a 10.6% increase from the previous year. Furthermore, its net income reached $431.4 million, reflecting a 2.0% rise compared to 2024.

Kathleen M. Mazzarella, chairman, president, and CEO of Graybar, expressed pride in the company’s accomplishments, particularly pointing out that 2025 was a significant milestone—a century since Graybar became an independent entity. Mazzarella stated, "This remarkable achievement in net sales, coinciding with our successful ERP system upgrade, is a testament to our dedicated workforce and our commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences."

In alignment with its future strategy, Graybar has initiated the Graybar Connect business transformation program, which includes substantial investments in technology and artificial intelligence (AI). These advancements are designed to enhance service delivery and ensure that Graybar continues to provide exceptional value as it enters its next century.

Key Highlights of 2025 Financial Results

In 2025, Graybar undertook several initiatives that underscore its commitment to sustainable growth and transformative efforts:

• - Growth Alignment: The company synchronized its growth strategy with significant opportunities within the realms of data centers, industrial automation, connectivity, and electrification.
• - STAR Distribution Centers: Graybar launched three STAR distribution centers, aiming to position essential materials closer to major construction projects. Plans for additional STAR Centers in 2026 have already been set into motion.
• - ERP Implementation: By implementing SAP S/4HANA as its enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, Graybar has laid a solid technological foundation for upcoming strategic initiatives, crucial for the company’s growth path.
• - Shareholder Returns: Graybar has proudly provided shareholders with a record dividend for the second straight year, representing a 35% return on their investments. Over the last five years, the total return on investment for shareholders has been recorded at 34% in cash and stock dividends.
• - Leadership Additions: The organization welcomed notable new board members, namely Brian P. Delaney, Andrew C. Ipson, and Danna B. Stone, signifying a new era of leadership to better address customer needs and strategy implementation.
• - Strategic Acquisitions: To broaden capabilities and expand its market reach, Graybar acquired two companies: Orbit Motion Systems and Burns Controls, aligned under its subsidiaries Advantage Industrial Automation and Valin Corporation, respectively.

As Graybar moves forward, it remains focused on leveraging its technological enhancements and strategic initiatives to ensure continued profitability and customer satisfaction in the highly competitive distribution landscape. This commitment not only secures its legacy but also sets the stage for future milestones in the years to come. For more information about Graybar, visit www.graybar.com or contact customer services at 1-800-GRAYBAR.