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Steelcase Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 2/6
Steelcase has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 23.5%, while the Commercial Services industry saw earnings growing at 12% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 3.4% per year. Steelcase's return on equity is 9.4%, and it has net margins of 2.8%.
Key information
23.51%
Earnings growth rate
23.87%
EPS growth rate
| Commercial Services Industry Growth | 8.53% |
| Revenue growth rate | 3.39% |
| Return on equity | 9.38% |
| Net Margin | 2.82% |
| Last Earnings Update | 29 Aug 2025 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • Sep 25
Steelcase Continues To Justify A Bullish Outlook As Its Merger With HNI Nears
Summary Steelcase Inc. delivered a strong Q2 FY2026, beating revenue and adjusted EPS estimates, driven by robust international and corporate demand. SCS is being acquired by HNI Corporation in a cash and stock deal, limiting further upside but offering a discounted entry into HNI. Both SCS and HNI show attractive valuations and solid fundamentals, with SCS's recent results reinforcing the investment case for both firms. Given the merger structure, both SCS and HNI are rated Buy, with the optimal choice depending on expectations for HNI's future performance. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jul 08
Additional Considerations Required While Assessing Steelcase's (NYSE:SCS) Strong Earnings
Despite posting some strong earnings, the market for Steelcase Inc.'s ( NYSE:SCS ) stock hasn't moved much. Our...
New Narrative • Jul 08
Steelcase's Potential 30% Upside in a Volatile Market
Normalized P/E: 15x (furniture industry median)Analysis Article • Jun 29
Steelcase (NYSE:SCS) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.10
Steelcase Inc. ( NYSE:SCS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.10 per share on the 21st of July. This...Analysis Article • May 12
The Market Doesn't Like What It Sees From Steelcase Inc.'s (NYSE:SCS) Earnings Yet
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 10.3x Steelcase Inc. ( NYSE:SCS ) may be sending bullish signals at the...Seeking Alpha • Apr 28
Steelcase: Backlog Strength, Office Recovery, Diversification Efforts, And Low Valuation
Summary Steelcase Inc. has strong growth potential driven by improving order trends, a robust backlog, and diversification into healthcare, education, and SMB markets. Despite near-term margin headwinds from tariffs and ERP system implementation, cost reduction initiatives and pricing increases should support future margin expansion. The stock trades at a significant discount to its historical average, offering a compelling buy opportunity given its growth prospects and healthy dividend yield. Risks include dependency on large corporate customers, potential tariff impacts, and execution challenges with the new ERP system rollout. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 20
Steelcase: Cheap As Margin Concerns Build Up
Summary Steelcase is facing margin pressure. Against cost savings that have improved gross profit, Steelcase is experiencing SG&A inflation, weak international sales, and tariff uncertainty. While the sales outlook is weak internationally, Steelcase's sales prospects have improved in Americas through a currently rising "back-to-office" sentiment. Steelcase's stock is cheap, and I estimate 43% upside to a fair value of $13.95. The upside is uncertain, though. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Mar 30
Steelcase (NYSE:SCS) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.10
Steelcase Inc. ( NYSE:SCS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.10 per share on the 21st of April. This...Analysis Article • Mar 24
Should You Investigate Steelcase Inc. (NYSE:SCS) At US$10.57?
Steelcase Inc. ( NYSE:SCS ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention from a...Analysis Article • Feb 04
Steelcase Inc.'s (NYSE:SCS) Price Is Right But Growth Is Lacking
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 11.4x Steelcase Inc. ( NYSE:SCS ) may be sending bullish signals at the...Seeking Alpha • Jan 28
Steelcase: Boring Value For A Hot Market
Summary The return to office and revenue growth in office furniture has yet to really play out. Steelcase has improved margins and its balance sheet considerably anyway, appears to be taking market share, and its stock is cheap. Should a return to growth materialize, the stock will do very well. Should we be stuck here, a 3.5% dividend and a 6x EV/EBITDA multiple are not the worst places to be stuck. The next recession seems unlikely to be worse for # of office workers than the previous recession (the pandemic period). Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 29
Steelcase: Trying To Position Away From Corporate Offices
Summary Steelcase reported stronger growth in Q3 due to stronger shipment timings, but expects to return back to weak organic growth in Q4. The company is trying to diversify its customer base away from corporate customers, as remote work seems to have taken share of Steelcase's market. SCS stock is priced with a fair margin of safety even with expectations of mediocre earnings growth. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Dec 24
Steelcase (NYSE:SCS) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.10
Steelcase Inc.'s ( NYSE:SCS ) investors are due to receive a payment of $0.10 per share on 13th of January. Based on...Analysis Article • Dec 16
Steelcase (NYSE:SCS) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Nov 26
With EPS Growth And More, Steelcase (NYSE:SCS) Makes An Interesting Case
For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...Analysis Article • Oct 30
Is Steelcase Inc. (NYSE:SCS) Potentially Undervalued?
Steelcase Inc. ( NYSE:SCS ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a substantial...Analysis Article • Oct 04
Is There An Opportunity With Steelcase Inc.'s (NYSE:SCS) 35% Undervaluation?
Key Insights The projected fair value for Steelcase is US$19.36 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Steelcase's...
New Narrative • Sep 24
Navigating New Markets And Hybrid Work Trends Fuels Revenue And Shapes Future Growth
Diversification into education, healthcare, and government sectors is poised to enhance future revenue, reducing dependency on a single market.Seeking Alpha • Sep 19
Steelcase: A Value Play, Especially After Its Recent Dip
Summary Steelcase Inc.'s stock dropped 5.7% despite higher-than-expected earnings, due to revenue falling short and weak third-quarter guidance. Despite mixed financial results, Steelcase shares remain cheap on an absolute basis and relative to some peers, justifying a continued “buy” rating. Management expects modest revenue growth but lower earnings per share for the third quarter, yet remains optimistic about annual adjusted earnings. Steelcase's attractiveness is bolstered by stock repurchases and dividends, indicating management's confidence in the company's value. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Sep 09
Investors Aren't Entirely Convinced By Steelcase Inc.'s (NYSE:SCS) Earnings
With a median price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of close to 17x in the United States, you could be forgiven for...Seeking Alpha • Sep 04
Steelcase: Uncertainty In The Economy Keeps Me At Bay
Summary Steelcase Inc. has shown a 57% share price increase in one year. The company's financials show recovery since FY22, but revenue growth and debt reduction remain concerns. The economic outlook, including high interest rates and potential recession, adds caution to starting a position in Steelcase Inc. Valuation suggests Steelcase is slightly expensive; I prefer to wait for clearer economic signals before investing. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jul 15
Is Now The Time To Put Steelcase (NYSE:SCS) On Your Watchlist?
For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...Analysis Article • Jun 23
Steelcase (NYSE:SCS) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.10
Steelcase Inc.'s ( NYSE:SCS ) investors are due to receive a payment of $0.10 per share on 15th of July. This makes the...Analysis Article • Jun 22
We Think Steelcase (NYSE:SCS) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Jun 07
Why Steelcase Inc. (NYSE:SCS) Could Be Worth Watching
Steelcase Inc. ( NYSE:SCS ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a substantial...Seeking Alpha • Jun 05
Steelcase: Only Modest Upside Remains
Summary Steelcase long-term growth has been mediocre, and remote work now further threatens long-term demand. While the company currently faces some pressure from the macroeconomic environment, Steelcase is relatively stable and works with different demand trends than consumer-oriented furnishings companies. A recovery should aid demand and margins slightly, but a recovery into the pre-pandemic level seems to need pricing and cost savings initiatives that Steelcase has started. Considering the long-term growth trend and weak margins, the stock's current valuation seems balanced, with some upside if margin initiatives are successfully implemented and sales jump slightly. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • May 24
What You Can Learn From Steelcase Inc.'s (NYSE:SCS) P/E
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 17x, you may...Analysis Article • Mar 27
Steelcase's (NYSE:SCS) Solid Earnings Have Been Accounted For Conservatively
The market seemed underwhelmed by last week's earnings announcement from Steelcase Inc. ( NYSE:SCS ) despite the...Analysis Article • Mar 24
Steelcase's (NYSE:SCS) Dividend Will Be $0.10
The board of Steelcase Inc. ( NYSE:SCS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.10 per share on the 15th of...Analysis Article • Mar 23
Steelcase (NYSE:SCS) Has A Pretty Healthy Balance Sheet
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Seeking Alpha • Mar 08
Steelcase: A Challenging Turnaround Case
Summary Steelcase is undergoing a turnaround, with minimal revenue growth and declining returns over the past 11 years. The office furniture sector is not a high-growth industry, but Steelcase has managed to control its SGA margins and shows signs of improving its contribution margin. Apart from being financially sound, the company has a 30% margin of safety based on its EPV, making it a worthwhile investment opportunity. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Feb 12
Steelcase Inc.'s (NYSE:SCS) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 31% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights Steelcase's estimated fair value is US$16.95 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Steelcase is...Analysis Article • Jan 26
Why Steelcase Inc. (NYSE:SCS) Could Be Worth Watching
Steelcase Inc. ( NYSE:SCS ), is not the largest company out there, but it led the NYSE gainers with a relatively large...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Steelcase makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug 25 | 3,259 | 92 | 946 | 50 |
| 30 May 25 | 3,218 | 119 | 917 | 50 |
| 28 Feb 25 | 3,166 | 117 | 904 | 50 |
| 22 Nov 24 | 3,153 | 111 | 839 | 48 |
| 23 Aug 24 | 3,136 | 122 | 822 | 48 |
| 24 May 24 | 3,135 | 87 | 858 | 48 |
| 23 Feb 24 | 3,160 | 78 | 861 | 48 |
| 24 Nov 23 | 3,186 | 73 | 851 | 44 |
| 25 Aug 23 | 3,235 | 54 | 838 | 44 |
| 26 May 23 | 3,244 | 47 | 819 | 44 |
| 24 Feb 23 | 3,233 | 34 | 808 | 44 |
| 25 Nov 22 | 3,184 | 17 | 791 | 45 |
| 26 Aug 22 | 3,095 | 15 | 786 | 45 |
| 27 May 22 | 2,957 | 20 | 737 | 45 |
| 25 Feb 22 | 2,773 | 4 | 718 | 45 |
| 26 Nov 21 | 2,697 | 12 | 713 | 48 |
| 27 Aug 21 | 2,576 | 5 | 685 | 48 |
| 28 May 21 | 2,670 | 35 | 685 | 48 |
| 26 Feb 21 | 2,596 | 26 | 649 | 48 |
| 27 Nov 20 | 2,865 | 84 | 721 | 51 |
| 28 Aug 20 | 3,203 | 136 | 786 | 51 |
| 29 May 20 | 3,382 | 141 | 862 | 51 |
| 28 Feb 20 | 3,724 | 196 | 935 | 51 |
| 22 Nov 19 | 3,690 | 153 | 909 | 54 |
| 23 Aug 19 | 3,636 | 136 | 900 | 54 |
| 24 May 19 | 3,514 | 124 | 879 | 54 |
| 22 Feb 19 | 3,443 | 124 | 855 | 54 |
| 23 Nov 18 | 3,304 | 101 | 860 | 44 |
| 24 Aug 18 | 3,175 | 90 | 839 | 44 |
| 25 May 18 | 3,074 | 78 | 819 | 44 |
| 23 Feb 18 | 3,056 | 79 | 816 | 44 |
| 24 Nov 17 | 3,052 | 104 | 812 | 36 |
| 25 Aug 17 | 3,066 | 120 | 808 | 36 |
| 26 May 17 | 3,049 | 121 | 802 | 36 |
| 24 Feb 17 | 3,032 | 122 | 781 | 36 |
| 25 Nov 16 | 3,011 | 173 | 780 | 33 |
| 26 Aug 16 | 3,012 | 167 | 770 | 33 |
| 27 May 16 | 3,073 | 166 | 769 | 33 |
| 26 Feb 16 | 3,060 | 167 | 758 | 33 |
| 27 Nov 15 | 3,062 | 113 | 772 | 0 |
| 28 Aug 15 | 3,074 | 90 | 770 | 0 |
| 29 May 15 | 3,042 | 84 | 761 | 0 |
| 27 Feb 15 | 3,060 | 85 | 738 | 35 |
Quality Earnings: SCS has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: SCS's current net profit margins (2.8%) are lower than last year (3.9%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: SCS's earnings have grown significantly by 23.5% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: SCS's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: SCS had negative earnings growth (-23.9%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Commercial Services industry average (2.6%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: SCS's Return on Equity (9.4%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2025/12/10 05:28 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2025/12/09 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/08/29 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/02/28 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Steelcase Inc. is covered by 5 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Chen Yang | Berenberg |
| David MacGregor | Longbow Research LLC |
| Joseph Gomes | NOBLE Capital Markets, Inc. |