Masco Corporation reported its first quarter 2026 results.

“We delivered strong first quarter operating results in an extremely dynamic environment,” said Jon Nudi, Masco’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “We posted sales growth of 6 percent, adjusted operating profit growth of 13 percent, and adjusted earnings per share growth of 20 percent during the quarter. Additionally, our capital allocation strategy enabled us to return $267 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.”

Net sales increased 6% to $1,918 million, and net sales increased 4% in local currency.

Plumbing Products’ net sales increased 9%; in local currency, net sales increased 7%. For Decorative Architectural Products, net sales were in line with the prior year.

In local currency, North American sales increased 5%, and International sales increased 1%.

In Q1 net income increased 21% to $1.05 per share, compared to $0.87 per share.

Compared to Q1 of 2025, Gross margin increased 10 basis points to 36.0% from 35.9%. 

Operating profit increased 13% to $324 million in 2026 compared to $288 million in 2025. The Operating margin increased 90 basis points to 16.9% in Q1 2026 from 16.0% in Q1 2025.

“We are pleased with our first quarter performance and the team’s strong execution. As we continue to face a dynamic macroeconomic and geopolitical environment, we believe it is prudent to maintain our 2026 adjusted earnings per share guidance in the range of $4.10 to $4.30 per share,” continued Nudi. “With our industry leading brands, consumer-focused product portfolio, strong balance sheet, and disciplined capital allocation, we believe Masco is well positioned to continue to deliver long-term shareholder value.”