UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
____________________________
FORM 10-K
☑
ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the fiscal year ended February 28, 2025
OR
☐
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Commission File Number 1-13873
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STEELCASE INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Michigan
38-0819050
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
901 44th Street SE
Grand Rapids, Michigan
49508
(Address of principal executive offices)
(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (616) 247-2710
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class
Trading Symbol
Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A Common Stock
SCS
New York Stock Exchange
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes þ No ¨
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes ¨ No þ
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing
requirements for the past 90 days. Yes þ No ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of
Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).
Yes þ No ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an
emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and "emerging growth company" in
Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer ☑ Accelerated filer ☐ Non-accelerated filer ☐ Smaller reporting company ☐ Emerging growth company ☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any
new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has filed a report on and attestation to its management’s assessment of the effectiveness of its internal
control over financial reporting under Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (15 U.S.C. 7262(b)) by the registered public accounting firm that prepared or
issued its audit report. þ
If securities are registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act, indicate by check mark whether the financial statements of the registrant included in the
filing reflect the correction of an error to previously issued financial statements. ¨
Indicate by check mark whether any of those error corrections are restatements that required a recovery analysis of incentive-based compensation
received by any of the registrant's executive officers during the relevant recovery period pursuant to §240.10D-1(b). ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes ☐ No ☑
The aggregate market value of the voting and non-voting common equity of the registrant held by non-affiliates, computed by reference to the closing
price of the Class A Common Stock on the New York Stock Exchange, as of August 23, 2024 (the last business day of the registrant’s most recently
completed second fiscal quarter) was approximately $1,223.1 million. There is no quoted market for registrant’s Class B Common Stock, but shares of
Class B Common Stock may be converted at any time into an equal number of shares of Class A Common Stock.
As of April 15, 2025, 95,323,074 shares of the registrant’s Class A Common Stock and 19,317,685 shares of the registrant’s Class B Common Stock
were outstanding.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE:
Portions of the registrant’s definitive proxy statement for its 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, to be held on July 9, 2025, are incorporated by
reference in Part III of this Form 10-K.
STEELCASE INC.
FORM 10-K
YEAR ENDED FEBRUARY 28, 2025
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page No.
Part I
Item 1.
Business
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Item 1A.
Risk Factors
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Item 1B.
Unresolved Staff Comments
13
Item 1C.
Cybersecurity
13
Item 2.
Properties
14
Item 3.
Legal Proceedings
14
Item 4.
Mine Safety Disclosures
14
Supplementary Item. Information About Our Executive Officers
15
Part II
Item 5.
Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer
Purchases of Equity Securities
16
Item 6.
[Reserved]
17
Item 7.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations
17
Item 7A.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
33
Item 8.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
35
Item 9.
Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial
Disclosure
90
Item 9A.
Controls and Procedures
90
Item 9B.
Other Information
90
Item 9C.
Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections
90
Part III
Item 10.
Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
91
Item 11.
Executive Compensation
91
Item 12.
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related
Stockholder Matters
91
Item 13.
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
91
Item 14.
Principal Accountant Fees and Services
91
Part IV
Item 15.
Exhibit and Financial Statement Schedules
92
Item 16.
Form 10-K Summary
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Schedule II
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Signatures
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PART I
Item 1. Business:
The following business overview is qualified in its entirety by the more detailed information included elsewhere or
incorporated by reference in this Annual Report on Form 10-K (“Report”). As used in this Report, unless otherwise
expressly stated or the context otherwise requires, all references to “Steelcase,” “we,” “our,” “Company” and similar
references are to Steelcase Inc., a Michigan corporation, and its subsidiaries in which a controlling interest is
maintained. Unless the context otherwise indicates, reference to a year relates to the fiscal year, ended in February
of the year indicated, rather than the calendar year, unless indicated by a month or specific date reference.
Additionally, Q1, Q2, Q3 and Q4 reference the first, second, third and fourth quarter, respectively, of the fiscal year
indicated. All amounts are in millions, except share and per share data, data presented as a percentage or as
otherwise indicated.
Overview
At Steelcase, we help people do their best work by creating places that work better. Through our community of
brands that includes Steelcase®, AMQ®, Coalesse®, Designtex®, HALCON™, Orangebox®, Smith System® and
Viccarbe®, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of furniture and interior architectural products and services designed
to support all the ways people work in all the places where work happens. Our solutions are inspired by the insights
gained from our human-centered research process. We are a global company, headquartered in Grand Rapids,
Michigan, U.S.A., with approximately 11,300 employees. Steelcase was founded in 1912 and became publicly
traded in 1998, and our Class A Common Stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “SCS”.
We focus on translating our research-based insights into products, applications and experiences that help
organizations around the world amplify the performance of their people, teams and enterprises. We help our
customers create workplaces that support attraction and retention of talent, employee well-being and engagement,
organizational culture and productivity, and other needs of their people, while also optimizing the value of their real
estate investments. Our global scale and reach allow us to provide a consistent experience to global customers
while offering local differentiation through our local dealer network and tailored solutions.
We market our products and services to businesses and organizations primarily through a network of dealers, and
we also sell to consumers in markets around the world through web-based and retail distribution channels.
Strategic Priorities
Our strategic priorities are designed to further our purpose of helping the world work better. As organizations
transform their workplaces, we are helping them create offices where people want to be – spaces that foster
productivity and collaboration wherever work happens. We are focused on delivering innovative solutions and
exceeding customer expectations. We also aim to expand our business in areas such as education, healthcare and
small to midsize businesses, while continuing to extend our competitive advantage with our dealer partnerships and
enhance the digital tools that improve customer experience. Our strategic priorities also include simplifying our
processes, maximizing efficiency, reallocating resources toward our highest priorities and maintaining a strong
balance sheet to support reinvestment in our business. We believe we are positioning our company for sustainable,
profitable growth while supporting our customers as they navigate the ever-evolving workplace.
Our Offerings
Our brands provide a comprehensive portfolio of furniture and interior architectural products for individual and
collaborative work across a range of price points. Our furniture portfolio includes furniture systems, seating, storage,
fixed and height-adjustable desks, benches and tables and complementary products such as work accessories,
lighting, mobile power and screens. Our seating products include task chairs which are highly ergonomic, seating
that can be used in collaborative workplaces and casual settings and specialty seating for specific vertical markets
such as education and healthcare. Our interior architectural products include full and partial height walls and free-
standing architectural pods. We also offer services designed to enhance the performance of people, space and real
estate. These services include workplace strategy consulting, lease origination services and furniture and asset
management.
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Steelcase
Steelcase leverages insights from user-centered research to help our customers create high performing and
sustainable workplaces. We strive to be a trusted partner by creating exceptional solutions and experiences for
those who seek to use space as a strategic asset to elevate their performance, reinforce their organizational culture,
support the well-being of their people and attract and retain talent. The Steelcase brand's core customers are
leading organizations (such as corporations, government entities, schools, colleges and universities and healthcare
organizations) that are forward-thinking, often large with ever-changing complex needs and often have a global
scale and operations.
Steelcase brand extensions include:
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Steelcase Learning, which works with educational institutions to create places that engage and ultimately
empower people, within and beyond the classroom.
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Steelcase Health, which works with healthcare organizations to create solutions and spaces that lead to
better health outcomes for everyone involved in the complex work of care.
AMQ
AMQ offers high-quality, affordable products for collaborative workplaces, training rooms, private offices and work
stations, including height-adjustable desking and benching, seating, screens and storage. AMQ specializes in a 30-
day design-to-installation customer experience, with adaptable and modern designs that fit contemporary, active
office spaces, ideal for small and midsize businesses.
Coalesse
Coalesse offers enduring modern furnishings for high-performance social, collaborative and rejuvenation spaces,
including seating, tables, storage, accessories and outdoor furniture. Coalesse collaborates with some of the world's
most influential designers, bringing together insights, meticulous design and rigorous engineering to develop
thoughtfully crafted products that perform beautifully.
Designtex
Designtex offers applied materials that enhance workplaces and is a leading resource for applied surfaces
knowledge, innovation and sustainability. Designtex products include premium fabrics and surface materials and
imaging solutions designed to enhance seating, walls, workstations and floors. These materials provide privacy,
wayfinding, motivation, communication and artistic expression.
HALCON
HALCON is a designer and manufacturer of precision-tailored wood furniture for the workplace. HALCON
specializes in custom wood and executive-level tables, credenzas and desks. This furniture is of enduring quality,
backed by a genuine dedication to service and customization.
Orangebox
Orangebox is a designer and manufacturer of furniture, soft seating, and free-standing architectural pods for the
changing workplace with a focus on "Smartworking" solutions: furniture and architecture that fosters collaboration
while providing contemporary aesthetics, visual and acoustical privacy and commercial-grade performance.
Smith System
Smith System is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality furniture for the pre-K-12 education market.
Smith System offers desking, seating, lounge and storage products. Smith System designs and manufactures
products that support inspired learning and better learning outcomes – addressing the needs of the student, the
demands of the curriculum and the realities of space, maintenance and budget.
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Viccarbe
Viccarbe offers contemporary furniture for high-performance collaborative and social spaces, including contract,
hospitality, retail and outdoor settings. Viccarbe's collection is the result of years of collaboration with globally
renowned designers.
Marketing Partnerships
We maintain marketing partnerships with a number of companies, including Biamp, Blu Dot, Bolia, Carl Hansen &
Son, Crestron, EMU, Established & Sons, Extremis, FLOS, the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, Kartell,
KwickScreen, Logitech, m.a.d., Mattiazzi, Microsoft, ModuForm, Moooi, PolyVision, Snowsound, Tom Dixon,
VergeSense, West Elm and Zoom. These partnerships are intended to allow us to market additional products and
services to our dealers and customers that are complementary to our products and services and leverage our scale.
These partnerships take several forms, the most common of which involves us purchasing and reselling the
partner’s products to our dealers and customers. In other situations, we market the partner’s products to our dealers
and customers and receive a fee from the partner, and we may also transport and deliver those products to our
dealers and customers for a fee. We also have marketing partnerships where we co-develop products with our
partner that we manufacture or source from third parties or where we and our partner agree to co-market our
products and services to customers. Most of our marketing partnerships are on a regional basis.
Reportable Segments
We operate on a global basis within our Americas and International reportable segments. Additional information
about our reportable segments, including financial information about geographic areas and specific product
categories, is contained in Item 7: Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations, and Note 4 and Note 20 to the consolidated financial statements.
Americas Segment
Our Americas segment serves customers in the United States (“U.S.”), Canada, the Caribbean Islands and Latin
America with a comprehensive portfolio of furniture, interior architectural, textile and surface imaging products that
are marketed to corporate, government, education, healthcare and retail customers primarily through the Steelcase,
AMQ, Coalesse, Designtex, HALCON, Orangebox, Smith System and Viccarbe brands.
We serve Americas customers mainly through approximately 390 Steelcase independent and company-owned
dealer locations and other non-aligned dealers, and we also sell directly to end-use customers. Our end-use
customers tend to be larger multinational, regional or local companies and are distributed across a broad range of
industries, including education, financial services, flexible real estate, government, healthcare, information
technology, insurance, manufacturing and retail. In the Americas segment, no industry individually represented more
than 18% of the segment's revenue in 2025.
Each of our dealers maintains its own sales force which is complemented by our sales representatives who work
closely with our dealers throughout the selling process. The largest independent Steelcase dealer in the Americas
accounted for approximately 6% of the segment’s revenue in 2025, and the five largest independent Steelcase
dealers collectively accounted for approximately 15% of the segment’s revenue in 2025.
The Americas office furniture industry is highly competitive, with a number of competitors offering similar categories
of products. The industry competes on a combination of insight, product performance, design, price, service and
relationships with customers, architects and designers. Our most significant competitors in the U.S. are MillerKnoll,
Inc., Haworth, Inc. and HNI Corporation.
International Segment
Our International segment serves customers in Europe, the Middle East and Africa ("EMEA") and Australia, China,
India, Japan, Korea and other countries in Southeast Asia ("Asia Pacific"), with a comprehensive portfolio of
furniture and interior architectural products that are marketed to corporate, government, education and retail
customers primarily through the Steelcase, Coalesse, Orangebox, Smith System and Viccarbe brands.
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We serve International customers mainly through approximately 400 independent and company-owned Steelcase
dealer locations and other non-aligned dealers, and we also sell directly to end-use customers. The largest
independent Steelcase dealer in the International segment accounted for approximately 4% of the segment’s
revenue in 2025. The five largest Steelcase independent dealers collectively accounted for approximately 10% of
the segment’s revenue in 2025. Our end-use customers tend to be larger multinational, regional or local companies
spread across a broad range of industries and vertical markets, including education, financial services, flexible real
estate, government, healthcare and information technology.
The office furniture markets in EMEA and Asia Pacific are highly competitive and fragmented. We compete with
many local and regional manufacturers in many different markets. In several cases, these local competitors focus
on specific product categories.
Joint Ventures and Other Equity Investments
We occasionally enter into joint ventures and other equity investments to expand or maintain our geographic
presence, support our distribution network or invest in new business ventures, complementary products or services.
As of February 28, 2025, our investments in these unconsolidated joint ventures and other equity investments
totaled $53.3. Our share of the earnings from joint ventures and other equity investments is recorded in Other
income (expense), net in the Consolidated Statements of Income. See Note 12 to the consolidated financial
statements for additional information.
Customer and Dealer Concentrations
Our largest customer accounted for approximately 2% of our consolidated revenue in 2025, and our five largest
customers collectively accounted for approximately 6% of our consolidated revenue. However, these percentages
do not include revenue from various U.S. federal government agencies. In 2025, our sales to U.S. federal
government agencies represented approximately 3% of our consolidated revenue. We do not believe our business
is dependent on any single or small number of end-use customers, the loss of which would have a material adverse
effect on our business.
No single independent Steelcase dealer accounted for more than 4% of our consolidated revenue in 2025. The five
largest independent Steelcase dealers collectively accounted for approximately 11% of our consolidated revenue in
2025. We do not believe our business is dependent on any single independent dealer, the loss of which would have
a sustained material adverse effect on our business.
Manufacturing and Logistics
We have manufacturing and distribution operations throughout North America (in the U.S. and Mexico), Europe (in
the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Spain and the U.K.) and in Asia (in China, India and Malaysia). Our global
manufacturing and distribution operations are largely centralized under a single organization to serve our customers’
needs across multiple brands and geographies.
Our manufacturing model is predominately make-to-order with standard lead times that typically range from four to
six weeks. We manufacture our products using lean manufacturing principles, including continuous one-piece flow
and platformed processes and products, which allow us to achieve efficiencies and cost savings and minimize the
amount of inventory on hand. We largely purchase direct materials and components from a global network of
integrated suppliers as needed to meet demand. We also purchase finished goods manufactured by third parties
predominately on a make-to-order basis.
We focus on enhancing the efficiency of our manufacturing operations, and we also seek to reduce costs through
our global sourcing effort. We leverage our global presence and footprint to capture raw material and component
cost savings available through lower cost suppliers around the globe. We focus on our reliability and business
continuity, which may, at times, require localizing supply chains and enhancing capabilities to deliver complete and
on-time orders to our customers. We also incorporate innovation, sustainability and other environmental, social and
governance factors when making supplier selection decisions.
Our physical distribution system utilizes commercial transport, dedicated fleet and company-owned delivery
services. We utilize a network of regional distribution centers in the Americas and EMEA to minimize freight and
delivery costs and improve service to our dealers and customers.
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Materials
Approximately 57% of our cost of sales in 2025 related to raw materials, components and finished goods purchased
from a significant number of suppliers around the world. The raw materials that we purchase and that are used in
the manufacture of the components and finished goods that we purchase include steel, petroleum-based products
(including plastics and foam), aluminum, other metals, wood and particleboard. Our global supply chain team
continually evaluates current market conditions, the financial viability of our suppliers and available supply options
on the basis of quality, reliability of supply and cost.
Research, Design and Development
Our extensive global research – a combination of user observations, feedback sessions and sophisticated analyses
– has helped us develop social, spatial and informational insights into work effectiveness. We maintain collaborative
relationships with external world-class innovators, including leading universities, think tanks and knowledge leaders,
to expand and deepen our understanding of how people work.
Understanding patterns of work enables us to identify and anticipate user needs across the globe. Our design
teams explore and develop prototypical solutions to address these needs, which vary from furniture and interior
architectural solutions to single products or enhancements to existing products and across different vertical market
applications such as education and healthcare. Organizationally, global design leadership directs project work,
which is distributed to design studios around the world and sometimes involves external design services.
Our marketing team evaluates product concepts using several criteria, including financial return metrics, and
chooses which products will be developed and launched. Designers then work closely with engineers and suppliers
to co-develop products and processes that incorporate innovative user features with efficient manufacturing
practices. Products are tested for performance, quality and compliance with applicable local standards and
regulations.
We incurred $50.4, $48.2 and $44.4 in research, design and development expenses in 2025, 2024 and 2023,
respectively. In addition, we sometimes pay royalties to external designers of our products as the products are sold,
and these costs are not included in research and development expenses.
Intellectual Property
We generate and hold a significant number of patents in a number of countries in connection with the operation of
our business. We also hold a number of trademarks that are very important to our identity and recognition in the
marketplace. We do not believe that any material part of our business is dependent on the continued availability of
any one or all of our patents or trademarks or that our business would be materially adversely affected by the loss of
any of such, except the “Steelcase,” "AMQ," “Coalesse,” "Designtex," "HALCON," “Orangebox,” and “Smith System”
trademarks.
We occasionally enter into license agreements under which we pay a royalty to third parties for the use of patented
products, designs or process technology, none of which are considered material to our business.
Human Capital Resources
We aspire to be a people-centered, purpose-driven company where our people can build relationships and
communities where everyone feels seen, heard and valued. At Steelcase, we believe that together we will help
protect the planet through our environmental commitments, help our people thrive and sustain a culture of trust and
integrity to drive towards ethical business outcomes. The following core values guide our commitments and actions:
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act with integrity,
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tell the truth,
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keep commitments,
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treat people with dignity and respect,
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promote positive relationships,
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protect the environment, and
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excel.
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We believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to the continuous learning and professional
development of every employee. We invest in our employees through multiple avenues, including providing
competitive pay and benefits, sharing profits through our annual bonus programs, offering career development and
professional training programs, providing inspiring and supportive spaces for our employees to work and collaborate
and offering a range of services to support our employees' physical, emotional, cognitive and financial well-being.
Our leaders play a critical role in curating our culture, and we have established a set of leadership pillars and
accompanying learning and development activities designed to promote empathic leadership and align leader
actions with our core values and the culture we strive to create. These pillars are:
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building strong teams,
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uniting in purpose,
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creating clarity,
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cultivating resilience, and
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delivering results.
Talent and Culture
We are doing better for people by building community where everyone feels seen, heard and valued in the
workplace and the world. We foster a workplace where all employees have access to opportunities. We strive to
create an environment where employees around the globe are valued, respected, accepted and encouraged to be
authentic and to fully participate in our organization. We believe our culture helps to unlock each employee's unique
contributions and amplifies the power of the individual to better serve our customers and the communities in which
we live and work. Our key objectives include:
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building high-performing teams that reflect the communities in which we live and work,
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ensuring access to development opportunities for all across the organization, and
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creating a culture that promotes employee engagement.
Learning and Development
Learning is how we work and how we lead. We aspire to be a learning organization that builds capabilities for the
evolving needs of our business and adapts our culture as a competitive advantage. Developing our talent in
consistent ways is essential to our business strategy, and we are continually focused on providing all our employees
with the resources they need to reach their full potential. We approach talent development through a variety of tools,
practices and experiences, including:
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connecting our employees to digital learning experiences to help them thrive,
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identifying sought-out skills from our employees and designing learning paths related to these skills,
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emphasizing an environment that values learning as an everyday practice across the organization, and
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holding frequent and purposeful conversations between employees and leaders that inspire achievement
and growth.
Employee Compensation and Benefits
Our compensation and benefits programs are designed to attract, retain and motivate talented employees. Our
philosophy is to:
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value the contribution of our employees,
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motivate achievement of strategic objectives that will contribute to our company’s success, and
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share profits through broad-based incentive arrangements designed to reward performance for all
employees.
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This philosophy is achieved through competitive pay and benefits and a variety of other offerings such as career
development and well-being initiatives. We review pay ranges annually and adjust pay as needed to ensure external
competitiveness and internal equity. We also share profits with both salaried and hourly employees through our
annual bonus programs. We believe our philosophy helps promote a culture where our employees feel they are
supported and that their contributions are valued.
Employees
As of February 28, 2025, we had approximately 11,300 employees, of which approximately 6,600 worked in
manufacturing and distribution and approximately 250 were part-time. Additionally, we had approximately 1,100
temporary workers who primarily worked in manufacturing. Approximately 30 employees in the U.S. were covered
by collective bargaining agreements. Outside the U.S., approximately 3,600 employees were represented by unions
or workers' councils that operate to promote the interests of workers.
Environmental Matters
We are subject to a variety of federal, state, local and foreign laws and regulations relating to the discharge of
materials into the environment, or otherwise relating to the protection of the environment (“Environmental Laws”).
We believe our operations are in substantial compliance with all Environmental Laws. We do not believe existing
Environmental Laws have had or will have any material effects upon our capital expenditures, earnings or
competitive position.
Under certain Environmental Laws, we could be held liable, without regard to fault, for the costs of remediation
associated with our existing or historical operations. We could also be held responsible for third-party property and
personal injury claims or for violations of Environmental Laws relating to contamination. We are a party to, or
otherwise involved in, proceedings relating to several contaminated properties being investigated and remediated
under Environmental Laws, including as a potentially responsible party in several Superfund site cleanups. Based
on our information regarding the nature and volume of wastes allegedly disposed of or released at these properties,
the total estimated cleanup costs and other financially viable potentially responsible parties, we do not believe the
costs to us associated with these properties will be material, either individually or in the aggregate. We have
established reserves that we believe are adequate to cover our anticipated remediation costs. However, certain
events could cause our actual costs to vary from the established reserves. These events include, but are not limited
to: a change in governmental regulations or cleanup standards or requirements; undiscovered information regarding
the nature and volume of wastes allegedly disposed of or released at these properties; the loss of other potentially
responsible parties that are financially capable of contributing toward cleanup costs; and other factors increasing the
cost of remediation.
Available Information
We file annual reports, quarterly reports, current reports, proxy statements and other documents with the U.S.
Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the
“Exchange Act”). The SEC maintains an Internet website at www.sec.gov that contains reports, proxy and
information statements and other information regarding issuers, including Steelcase, that file electronically with the
SEC. We also make available free of charge through our internet website, www.steelcase.com, our annual reports
on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K and any amendments to these reports,
as soon as reasonably practicable after we electronically file such reports with or furnish them to the SEC. In
addition, our Corporate Governance Principles, Code of Ethics, Code of Business Conduct and the charters for the
Audit, Compensation, Corporate Business Development and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committees
are available free of charge through our website or by writing to Steelcase Inc., Investor Relations, GH-3E-12, 901
44th Street SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S.A. 49508-7594.
We are not including the information contained on our website as a part of, or incorporating it by reference into, this
Report.
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Item 1A. Risk Factors:
The following risk factors and other information included in this Report should be carefully considered. The risks and
uncertainties described below are not the only ones we face. Additional risks and uncertainties that we do not know
about currently, or that we currently believe are not material, may also adversely affect our business, operating
results, cash flows and financial condition. If any of these risks actually occur, our business, operating results, cash
flows and financial condition could be materially adversely affected.
Macroeconomic and Workplace Trends Risk Factors
Failure to respond to changes in workplace trends and the competitive landscape may adversely affect our
revenue and profits.
Advances in technology, changing workforce demographics, remote work, shifts in work styles and behaviors and
the globalization of business have been changing the world of work and impacting the types and amounts of
workplace products and services purchased by our customers. In recent years, these trends have resulted in
changes such as:
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a decrease in overall demand for office furniture from corporate customers,
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an increase in demand for products that support individual privacy and focused work,
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an increase in demand for products that facilitate distributed collaboration, including those that enhance
remote work experiences,
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an increase in demand for ancillary furniture for social and collaborative spaces in office settings,
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an increased frequency in refreshment of workplace settings, and
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customer interest in a broader range of price points, quality and warranty coverage.
These trends have also had an impact on our competitive landscape, including (1) the emergence of smaller office
furniture competitors, (2) increased competition from residential furniture and technology companies, (3)
diversification by competitors into other industries, (4) consolidation in our industry and (5) an increase in customers
outsourcing workplace management to real estate management service firms and flexible real estate providers.
We compete on a variety of factors, including: brand recognition and reputation; insights from our research; the
breadth of our global reach and product portfolio; product design and features; price, lead time, delivery and service;
product quality; strength of our dealer network and other distributors; relationships with customers and key
influencers, such as architects, designers and real estate managers; and our commitments to sustainable product
design and reducing our environmental impact. Our ability to compete on these factors also has an impact on our
relationships with our dealers and the percentage of their business they source from us. If we are unsuccessful in
continuing to develop and offer a wide variety of solutions which respond to changes in workplace trends, if we do
not maintain competitive lead times, delivery and service levels and product quality, or if we or our dealers are
unsuccessful in competing with existing competitors and new competitive offerings which arise from outside our
industry, our results of operations may be adversely affected.
Our industry is influenced by cyclical macroeconomic factors and future downturns may adversely affect
our revenue and profits.
Our revenue is generated predominantly from the office furniture industry, and demand for office furniture is
influenced by macroeconomic factors, such as corporate profits, non-residential fixed investment, white-collar
employment and commercial office construction and vacancy rates, which can be difficult to predict. The office
furniture industry has experienced periodic major declines in demand, driven by economic downturns in the
Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. During these downturns, our revenue declined substantially and our profitability
was significantly reduced. Our revenues and profitability can be, and currently are being, impacted by adverse
changes in these macroeconomic factors. Adaptations of our business to changing macroeconomic factors can
result in material restructuring costs, and if we are unsuccessful in making such adaptations, our operating results
may be adversely affected.
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We may not be able to successfully develop, implement and manage our growth strategies.
Our longer-term success depends on our ability to successfully develop, implement and manage our growth
strategies, which include:
•
expanding our business in areas such as education, healthcare and small to midsize businesses,
•
enhancing digital tools that improve customer experience,
•
developing innovative solutions to create spaces that foster productivity and collaboration, and
•
extending our competitive advantage with our dealer partnerships.
If these strategies to increase our revenues are not sufficient, or if we do not execute these strategies successfully,
our global market share and profitability may be adversely affected.
Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Distribution Risk Factors
Changes in tariffs, global trade agreements or government procurement can adversely affect our business.
We manufacture most of our products on a regional basis, and as a result, we often export products from where
they are manufactured to where they are sold within the region. We also source raw materials, components and
finished goods from a global network of suppliers. In particular in 2025, approximately 38% of the products we sold
to customers in the U.S., including U.S. government agencies, were manufactured outside of the U.S.,
predominantly by our subsidiaries in Mexico, which operate as maquiladoras. Changes in tariffs or trade
agreements have impacted, and may in the future impact, the cost of importing our products into the countries
where they are sold and the cost of raw materials and components sourced from other countries, which in turn can
adversely impact our gross margins and our price competitiveness. In addition, changes in U.S. government
procurement rules requiring a certain amount of domestic content in finished goods, or requiring finished goods to
be produced in the U.S., could have an adverse impact on our business, operating results or financial condition.
We can be adversely affected by changes in raw material, commodity and other input costs.
We and our suppliers purchase raw materials (including steel, plastics, foam, aluminum, other metals, wood and
particleboard) from a significant number of sources globally. These raw materials are not rare or unique to our
industry. The costs of these commodities, as well as fuel, freight, energy, labor and other input costs can fluctuate
due to changes in global, regional or local supply and demand, larger currency movements and changes in tariffs
and trade barriers, which can also cause supply interruptions.
In the short-term, significant increases in raw material, commodity and other input costs can be very difficult to offset
with price increases because of existing contractual commitments with our customers, and it is difficult to find
effective financial instruments to hedge against such changes. As a result, our gross margins can be adversely
affected in the short-term by significant increases in these costs. If we are not successful in passing along higher
raw material, commodity and other input costs to our customers over the longer-term, because of competitive
pressures, our profitability could be negatively impacted.
We are reliant on a global network of suppliers that exposes us to certain risks outside of our control.
We are reliant on the timely flow of raw materials, components and finished goods from a global network of third-
party suppliers. The flow of such materials, components and goods is affected by:
•
fluctuations in the availability and quality of raw materials,
•
disruptions caused by labor shortages and labor activities,
•
ocean freight constraints and port congestion, domestic transportation and logistical challenges,
•
the financial solvency of our suppliers and their supply chains, and
•
damage or loss of production from accidents, natural disasters, severe weather events, pandemics, security
concerns (including terrorist activity, armed conflict and civil or military unrest), trade embargoes, changes in
tariffs, systems and equipment failures or disruptions, cyberattacks or security breaches and other causes.
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Disruptions or fluctuations in the supply and delivery of raw materials, components and finished goods or
deficiencies in our ability to manage our global network of suppliers can have an adverse impact on our business,
operating results or financial condition.
The lack of redundant capabilities among our regional manufacturing facilities could adversely affect our
business.
Most of our products are currently produced in only one location in each of the three geographic regions in which we
operate (the Americas, EMEA and Asia Pacific), certain components are manufactured in only one location globally
and our manufacturing model is predominately make-to-order. As a result, any issue which impacts the production
capabilities of one of our manufacturing locations, such as natural disasters, severe weather events, pandemics,
disruptions in the supply of materials or components, systems and equipment failures or disruptions caused by labor
activities, could have an adverse impact on our business, operating results or financial condition.
We rely largely on a network of independent dealers to market, deliver and install our products, and
disruptions and increasing consolidations within our dealer network could adversely affect our business.
Our business is dependent on our ability to manage our relationships with our independent dealers. From time to
time, we or a dealer may choose to terminate our relationship, the dealer may be negatively impacted by
macroeconomic conditions, or the dealer could face financial insolvency or difficulty in transitioning to new
ownership, and establishing a new dealer in a market can take considerable time and resources. Disruption of
dealer coverage within a specific local market could have an adverse impact on our business within the affected
market. The loss or termination of a significant number of dealers or the inability to establish new dealers could
cause difficulties in marketing and distributing our products and have an adverse effect on our business, operating
results or financial condition. In the event that a dealer in a strategic market experiences financial difficulty, we may
choose to make financial investments in the dealership, which would reduce the risk of disruption but increase our
financial exposure. Alternatively, we may elect to purchase and operate dealers in certain markets, which would also
require use of our capital and increase our financial exposure.
We rely on our dealers to sell, deliver and install products to our customers, and their ability to perform and their
financial conditions could be affected by events such as natural disasters, severe weather events, pandemics,
systems and equipment failures or disruptions, cyberattacks or security breaches. A significant disruption in the
operations of our dealers could have an adverse impact on our business, operating results or financial condition.
As a number of our dealers seek growth through expansion into new market locations, we have seen and may
continue to see increased consolidation within our dealer network. This increased concentration and size of dealers
could increase our exposure to the risks discussed above.
Global Footprint Risk Factors
Our global presence subjects us to risks that may negatively affect our profitability and financial condition.
We have manufacturing facilities, sales locations and offices in many countries, and as a result, we are subject to
risks associated with doing business globally. Our success depends on our ability to manage the complexity
associated with designing, developing, manufacturing and selling our solutions in a variety of countries. Our global
presence is also subject to market risks, which in turn could have an adverse effect on our business, operating
results or financial condition, including:
•
differing business practices, cultural factors and regulatory requirements,
•
political, social and economic instability, natural disasters, pandemics, security concerns, including terrorist
activity, armed conflict and civil or military unrest and global crises or health issues, and
•
intellectual property protection challenges.
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Our global footprint makes us vulnerable to currency exchange rate fluctuations and currency controls.
We primarily sell our products in U.S. dollars and euros, but we generate some of our revenues and pay some of
our expenses in other currencies. Revenue recorded in currencies other than the U.S. dollar and the euro
represented approximately 11% of our consolidated revenue in 2025. While we seek to manage our foreign
exchange risk largely through operational means by matching revenue with same-currency costs, our results are
affected by the strength of the currencies in countries where we manufacture or purchase goods relative to the
strength of the currencies in countries where our products are sold. We use foreign currency derivatives to hedge
some of the near-term volatility of these exposures. There can be no assurance that such hedging will be
economically effective. If we are not successful in managing currency exchange rate fluctuations, they could have
an adverse effect on our business, operating results or financial condition.
We operate globally in multiple currencies, but we translate our results into U.S. dollars for reporting purposes, and
thus our reported results may be positively or negatively impacted by the strengthening or weakening of the other
currencies in which we operate against the U.S. dollar.
In addition, we face restrictions in certain countries that limit or prevent the transfer of funds to other countries or the
exchange of the local currency to other currencies, which could have a negative impact on our profitability. We also
face risks associated with fluctuations in currency exchange rates that may lead to a decline in the value of the
funds held in certain jurisdictions, as well as the value of intercompany balances denominated in foreign currencies.
Financial Risk Factors
We may be required to record impairment charges related to goodwill, which can adversely affect our
results of operations.
We have net goodwill of $273.5 as of February 28, 2025. Goodwill is not amortized but is evaluated for impairment
annually in Q4 or whenever an event occurs or circumstances change such that it is more likely than not that an
impairment may exist. Poor performance in portions of our business where we have goodwill, including failure to
achieve projected performance from acquisitions, or declines in the market value of our equity, have resulted, and
may in the future result, in impairment charges, which can adversely affect our results of operations.
There may be significant limitations to our utilization of net operating loss and tax credit carryforwards to
offset future taxable income.
We have deferred tax assets related to net operating loss ("NOL") and tax credit carryforwards totaling $29.1 and
$9.9, respectively, against which valuation allowances totaling $3.1 have been recorded. NOL carryforwards are
primarily related to foreign jurisdictions. Tax credit carryforwards consist of U.S. foreign tax credits and foreign
investment tax credits. We may be unable to generate sufficient taxable income from future operations in the
jurisdictions in which we maintain deferred tax assets related to NOL and tax credit carryforwards, or implement tax,
business or other planning strategies, to fully utilize the recorded value of our NOL and tax credit carryforwards.
These deferred tax assets are recorded in various currencies that are also subject to foreign exchange risk, which
could reduce the amount we may ultimately realize. Additionally, future changes in tax laws or interpretations of
such tax laws may limit our ability to fully utilize our NOL and tax credit carryforwards.
Changes in corporate tax laws could adversely affect our business.
We are subject to income taxes in the U.S. and various foreign jurisdictions. Our future effective tax rate could be
affected by changes in the mix of our earnings in countries with differing statutory tax rates, changes in the valuation
of our deferred tax assets and liabilities or changes in tax laws or their interpretation. In addition, such tax law
changes, if enacted, could have a material adverse effect on our business, operating results or financial condition. A
reduction in applicable tax rates may require us to revalue and write-down our net deferred tax assets. As of
February 28, 2025, we had net deferred tax assets of $161.5, and approximately 82% of our net deferred tax assets
were subject to recovery in the U.S.
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General Risk Factors
Complexity or delay in the design or implementation of our new global enterprise resource planning
(“ERP”) system can adversely affect our business.
We are reliant on a global ERP system to support processes critical to our manufacturing operations, financial
reporting and executive decision-making. In 2024, we entered the application-development phase of a multi-year,
phased implementation of a new cloud-based ERP system which is expected to replace our current ERP system
and various other supporting systems for operating and financial processes. We expect to deploy the new ERP
system beginning in calendar year 2026.
ERP system implementations are complex and require a significant amount of time and expenditure. Significant
investment of internal and external resources has been, and will continue to be, required for successful
implementation. Complexity or delay in implementation could result in significant cost overruns and additional time
investment from resources that could otherwise focus on other strategic priorities, which in turn could have an
adverse effect on our business, operating results or financial condition.
The implementation of our new ERP system will also require reengineering of many of our operating and financial
processes. The transformation of these processes involves risks inherent in a large-scale conversion including loss
of information, significant change management, impacts to our internal control over financial reporting, potential
disruption to our normal operations and other unforeseen challenges. If the new ERP system does not operate as
intended or work in concert with reengineered processes, we could experience a material adverse effect on our
business, financial reporting or internal control.
We rely on the integrity and security of our information technology systems, and our business could be
materially adversely impacted by extended disruptions, significant security breaches or other compromises
of these systems.
We rely on information technology systems, including cloud-based systems operated by third parties, to run and
manage our business and to process, maintain and safeguard information essential to our business as well as
information relating to our customers, dealers, suppliers and employees. These systems are vulnerable to events
beyond our reasonable control, including cyberattacks and security breaches, the need for system upgrades and
support, telecommunication and internet failures, natural disasters and power loss. Such events have resulted, and
may in the future result, in consequences to our business such as operational slowdowns, shutdowns or other
difficulties; loss of revenues or market share; compromise or loss of sensitive or proprietary information; destruction
or corruption of data; costs of remediation, upgrades, repair or recovery; breaches of obligations to third parties
under privacy laws or contracts; or damage to our reputation or customer relationships; each of which, depending
on the extent or duration of the event, could materially adversely impact our business, operating results or financial
condition. In the case of systems operated by third parties, we rely on the security programs maintained by those
parties. We maintain insurance coverage, which may cover some of these risks, subject to the terms and conditions
of the applicable policies, but such coverage may not be available or sufficient to cover all of the losses that may
arise.
We may be materially adversely affected by security breaches, errors or disruptions relating to our software
and software-as-a-service offerings.
We sell enterprise resource planning software and software-as-a-service offerings to our dealers. In connection with
some of these offerings, we collect and store data belonging to our dealers, and we rely on third parties, such as
cloud hosting providers and other service providers, to perform some of our obligations. If the security measures we
and our third-party vendors use are breached, if there are errors in our software or if there are any service
interruptions caused by other events, our offerings may not operate properly, dealer data could be lost or
compromised, and our dealers’ businesses may be disrupted. In such events, we may incur legal liabilities, lost
business or harm to our brand reputation, which could have a material negative impact on our business, operating
results or financial condition.
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We may be adversely impacted by losses and reputational damage related to product defects.
Product defects can occur within our own product development and manufacturing processes or through our
reliance on third parties for product development and manufacturing activities. We incur various expenses related to
product defects, including product warranty costs, product recall and retrofit costs and product liability costs, which
can have an adverse impact on our results of operations. In addition, the reputation of our brands may be
diminished by product defects and recalls.
We maintain a reserve for our product warranty costs based on certain estimates and our knowledge of current
events and actions. While we continue to make significant investments to improve product quality, our actual
warranty costs may exceed our reserve, resulting in a need to increase our accruals for warranty charges. We
purchase insurance coverage to reduce our exposure to significant levels of product liability claims and maintain a
reserve for our self-insured losses based upon estimates of the aggregate liability using claims experience and
actuarial assumptions. Incorrect estimates or any significant increase in the rate of our product defect expenses
could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations.
Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments:
None.
Item 1C. Cybersecurity:
Risk Management and Strategy
We use a combination of people, processes, and technologies to monitor and mitigate cybersecurity threats, which
include end-point monitoring, vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. We leverage a variety of
cybersecurity services, tools and techniques designed to identify and assess cybersecurity threats and take
preemptive action to reduce and, where possible, eliminate the potential impacts.
Our cybersecurity processes are based on the cybersecurity standards set by the Center for Internet Security and
the National Institute of Standards and Technology (“NIST”). We regularly engage outside assessors and
consultants to identify potential cybersecurity risks and suggest best practices.
Our efforts to safeguard the confidentiality, integrity and availability of our systems and data, maintain regulatory
compliance and manage our risk from cybersecurity threats include:
•
maintaining a Security Operations Center to monitor and investigate activity that may be suspicious,
•
staffing and managing a cybersecurity team to safeguard systems and applications,
•
routinely auditing the security of critical information technology systems and services, and
•
conducting regular training and simulations for all employees and contractors with access to our systems to
enhance awareness and responsiveness to possible threats.
We maintain a Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan, based on NIST’s incident handling framework, to guide our
response to cybersecurity threats. The plan includes procedures to triage, assess severity and remediate events in
our information technology infrastructure. Annually, we engage third-party experts to conduct penetration testing
inside our network.
For data and information that is maintained for us outside our network, we conduct security and privacy
assessments of vendors who hold sensitive data and manage critical platforms. We maintain written agreements
that govern third-party access to our network and protection of our information, and we conduct annual reviews of
appropriate access. We require our suppliers to agree to our Supplier Code of Conduct which includes
cybersecurity requirements. We include the assessment of cybersecurity risk as part of our overall enterprise risk
management strategy.
Refer to Item 1A. Risk Factors under the heading "We rely on the integrity and security of our information
technology systems, and our business could be materially adversely impacted by extended disruptions, significant
security breaches or other compromises of these systems" for further information on the risks we face from
cybersecurity threats. We believe that to date, such risks have not materially affected and are not reasonably likely
to materially affect us, our business strategy, results of operations or financial condition.
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Governance
The Audit Committee of our Board of Directors is responsible for the oversight of our cybersecurity risk
management. At least twice per year, our Chief Technology Officer (“CTO”) and Chief Information Security Officer
(“CISO”) provide a cybersecurity update to our Audit Committee, which includes the results of penetration testing,
cybersecurity simulations and training, as well as key initiatives and the progress against those initiatives, updates
on the changes in trends of cybersecurity threats and the steps management is taking to address cybersecurity
risks.
Our CTO and CISO manage our cybersecurity strategy. Our CTO has over 14 years of experience in information
security and risk management and reports directly to our President and Chief Executive Officer. Our CISO has over
11 years of experience in information security and risk management, including at a federal law enforcement agency,
and has a Master of Science degree in Cybersecurity.
Our CTO and CISO lead our Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan management of cybersecurity incidents with a
cross-functional team to assess the potential materiality of cybersecurity events and to report on the detection,
analysis, containment and eradication of and recovery from such events. If the severity of events meet certain
criteria, as specified by the Incident Response Plan, those events are escalated to senior levels of management and
reported to our Disclosure Committee and the Audit Committee. Our Disclosure Committee is responsible for the
oversight of controls and procedures related to the public disclosure of material cybersecurity incidents.
Item 2.
Properties:
We have operations at locations throughout the U.S. and around the world. None of our owned properties are
mortgaged or are held subject to any significant encumbrance. We believe our facilities are in good operating
condition and, at present, are sufficient to meet our volume needs currently and for the foreseeable future. Our
global headquarters is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S.A. Our owned and leased principal manufacturing
and distribution center locations with greater than 100,000 square feet are as follows:
Segment Primarily Supported
Number of Principal
Locations
Owned
Leased
Americas
13
6
7
International
9
5
4
Total
22
11
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Item 3.
Legal Proceedings:
We are involved in litigation from time to time in the ordinary course of our business. Based on known information,
we do not believe we are a party to any lawsuit or proceeding that is likely to have a material adverse effect on the
Company.
Item 4.
Mine Safety Disclosures:
Not applicable.
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Supplementary Item. Information About Our Executive Officers:
Our executive officers are:
Name
Age
Position
Sara E. Armbruster
54
President and Chief Executive Officer, Director
Megan A. Blazina
50
Vice President, Chief Legal Officer & Secretary
Donna K. Flynn
57
Vice President, Chief People Officer
Robert G. Krestakos
63
Vice President, Chief Operations Officer
Nicole C. McGrath
48
Vice President, Corporate Controller & Chief Accounting Officer
Steven D. Miller
50
Vice President, Chief Technology Officer
Allan W. Smith, Jr.
57
Senior Vice President, President, Americas and Chief Product
Officer
David C. Sylvester
60
Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Sara E. Armbruster has been President and Chief Executive Officer since October 2021. Ms. Armbruster was
Executive Vice President from April 2021 to October 2021 and Vice President, Strategy, Research and Digital
Transformation from February 2018 to April 2021. Ms. Armbruster has been employed by Steelcase since 2007.
Megan A. Blazina has been Vice President, Chief Legal Officer & Secretary since March 2025. Prior to joining
Steelcase in March 2025, Ms. Blazina was with Whirlpool Corporation from 2013 to March 2025, serving as Vice
President and General Counsel, North America from 2024 to March 2025, Vice President and General Counsel,
Global Strategic Sourcing, KitchenAid, Small Appliances & Asia from 2023 to 2024, and General Counsel and Vice
President of Government Relations, Europe, Middle East & Africa from 2020 to 2023.
Donna K. Flynn has been Vice President, Chief People Officer since February 2024. Ms. Flynn was Vice President,
Global Talent Management from March 2020 to February 2024 and Vice President, WorkSpace Futures - Research
from June 2015 to March 2020. Ms. Flynn has been employed by Steelcase since 2011.
Robert G. Krestakos has been Vice President, Chief Operations Officer since February 2024. Mr. Krestakos was
Vice President, Global Operations from February 2015 to February 2024 and has been employed by Steelcase
since 1992.
Nicole C. McGrath has been Vice President, Corporate Controller & Chief Accounting Officer since January 2023.
Ms. McGrath was Vice President, Finance from January 2022 to January 2023 and Vice President, Finance - EMEA
and Asia Pacific from June 2018 to January 2022. Ms. McGrath has been employed by Steelcase since 2011.
Steven D. Miller has been Vice President, Chief Technology Officer since October 2021. Mr. Miller was Vice
President, Chief Information Officer from February 2018 to October 2021 and has been employed by Steelcase
since 1999.
Allan W. Smith, Jr. has been Senior Vice President, President, Americas and Chief Product Officer since February
2024. Mr. Smith was Senior Vice President, Chief Revenue Officer from October 2021 to February 2024 and Vice
President, Global Marketing from September 2013 to October 2021. Mr. Smith has been employed by Steelcase
since 1991.
David C. Sylvester has been Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer since April 2011 and has been employed
by Steelcase since 1995.
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PART II
Item 5.
Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of
Equity Securities:
Common Stock
Our Class A Common Stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “SCS”. Our Class B
Common Stock is not registered under the Exchange Act and there is no established public trading market. See
Note 15 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information. As of the close of business on April 15,
2025, we had 114,640,759 shares of common stock outstanding with 4,379 shareholders of record. Of these
amounts, 95,323,074 shares are Class A Common Stock with 4,316 shareholders of record and 19,317,685 shares
are Class B Common Stock with 63 shareholders of record.
Stock Performance Graph
The following graph shows the yearly percentage change in cumulative shareholder return, assuming a $100.00
investment on February 28, 2020. The S&P 500 Stock Index is used as a performance indicator of the overall stock
market. The Peer Group consists of two companies that manufacture office furniture and have industry
characteristics that we believe are similar to Steelcase. The peer group consists of HNI Corporation and MillerKnoll,
Inc. Prior to their merger on July 19, 2021, the peer group included both Herman Miller, Inc. and Knoll, Inc., and
prior to HNI Corporation's acquisition of Kimball International, Inc. on June 1, 2023, the peer group included both
HNI Corporation and Kimball International, Inc. The returns of each company in this group are weighted by their
relative market capitalization at the beginning of each fiscal year.
S&P 500 Stock Index
Peer Group
Steelcase
02/28/2020
02/26/2021
02/25/2022
02/24/2023
02/23/2024
02/28/2025
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
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Fourth Quarter Share Repurchases
The following is a summary of share repurchase activity during Q4 2025:
Period
(a)
Total Number of
Shares Purchased
(b)
Average Price
Paid per Share
(c)
Total Number of
Shares Purchased as
Part of Publicly
Announced Plans
or Programs (1)
(d)
Approximate Dollar
Value of Shares
that May Yet be
Purchased
Under the Plans
or Programs (1)
(in millions)
11/23/2024 - 12/27/2024
2,144 $
12.95
— $
79.9
12/28/2024 - 01/24/2025
— $
—
— $
79.9
01/25/2025 - 02/28/2025
6,250 $
11.48
— $
79.9
Total
8,394 (2)
—
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(1)
In October 2023, the Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program, announced on October 30,
2023, permitting the repurchase of up to $100 of shares of our common stock.
(2)
All shares were repurchased to satisfy participants’ tax withholding obligations upon the issuance of shares
under equity awards, pursuant to the terms of our Incentive Compensation Plan.
Item 6.
[Reserved]
Item 7.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations:
The following review of our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our
consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes thereto included elsewhere within this Report.
This item contains certain non-GAAP financial measures. A “non-GAAP financial measure” is defined as a numerical
measure of a company’s financial performance that excludes or includes amounts so as to be different than the
most directly comparable measure calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP in the consolidated
statements of income, balance sheets or statements of cash flows of the company. The non-GAAP financial
measures used are (1) organic revenue growth (decline), (2) adjusted operating income (loss) and (3) adjusted
earnings per share. We have provided a reconciliation of each of the non-GAAP financial measures to the most
directly comparable GAAP financial measures in the tables below. These measures are supplemental to, and should
be used in conjunction with, the most comparable GAAP measures. Management uses these non-GAAP financial
measures to monitor and evaluate financial results and trends. See Non-GAAP Financial Measures for a description
of these measures and why management believes they are also useful to investors.
Financial Summary
Our reportable segments consist of the Americas segment and the International segment.
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Results of Operations
Statement of Operations Data—
Consolidated
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Revenue
$ 3,166.0
100.0 % $ 3,159.6
100.0 % $ 3,232.6
100.0 %
Cost of sales
2,109.1
66.6
2,142.8
67.9
2,310.7
71.5
Restructuring costs
10.4
0.3
4.4
0.1
2.5
0.1
Gross profit
1,046.5
33.1
1,012.4
32.0
919.4
28.4
Operating expenses
888.0
28.1
876.5
27.7
837.2
25.9
Restructuring costs
0.4
—
18.1
0.6
16.7
0.5
Operating income
158.1
5.0
117.8
3.7
65.5
2.0
Interest expense
(25.7)
(0.8)
(25.9)
(0.8)
(28.4)
(0.9)
Investment income
13.8
0.4
6.5
0.2
1.0
0.1
Other income (expense), net
(12.0)
(0.4)
8.7
0.3
13.5
0.4
Income before income tax expense
134.2
4.2
107.1
3.4
51.6
1.6
Income tax expense
13.5
0.4
26.0
0.8
16.3
0.5
Net income
$
120.7
3.8 % $
81.1
2.6 % $
35.3
1.1 %
Earnings per share:
Basic
$
1.02
$
0.68
$
0.30
Diluted
$
1.02
$
0.68
$
0.30
Organic Revenue Growth (Decline) — Consolidated
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Prior year revenue
$ 3,159.6
$ 3,232.6
Acquisitions
—
21.8
Divestitures
(35.2)
(40.2)
Currency translation effects
(5.2)
14.1
Prior year revenue, adjusted
3,119.2
3,228.3
Current year revenue
3,166.0
3,159.6
Impact of additional week*
(58.5)
—
Current year revenue, adjusted
3,107.5
3,159.6
Organic growth (decline) $
$
(11.7)
$
(68.7)
Organic growth (decline) %
— %
(2) %
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*
2025 included 53 weeks of revenue.
Reconciliation of Operating Income to
Adjusted Operating Income
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Operating income
$
158.1
5.0 % $
117.8
3.7 % $
65.5
2.0 %
Amortization of purchased intangible
assets
17.4
0.6
17.2
0.6
22.8
0.7
Restructuring costs
10.8
0.3
22.5
0.7
19.2
0.6
Gains on the sale of land, net of
variable compensation impacts
(27.9)
(0.9)
(0.8)
—
(6.2)
(0.2)
Adjusted operating income
$
158.4
5.0 % $
156.7
5.0 % $
101.3
3.1 %
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Adjusted Earnings Per Share
Year ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Earnings per share - diluted
$
1.02 $
0.68 $
0.30
Amortization of purchased intangible assets, per share
0.15
0.15
0.19
Income tax effect of amortization of purchased intangible assets, per
share
(0.04)
(0.04)
(0.05)
Restructuring costs, per share
0.09
0.19
0.16
Income tax effect of restructuring costs, per share
(0.03)
(0.05)
(0.04)
Gains on the sale of land, net of variable compensation impacts, per
share
(0.23)
(0.01)
(0.05)
Income tax effect of gains on the sale of land, net of variable
compensation impacts, per share
0.06
—
0.02
Loss on pension plan settlement, per share
0.13
—
—
Income tax effect of loss on pension plan settlement, per share
(0.03)
—
—
Adjusted earnings per share - diluted
$
1.12 $
0.92 $
0.53
The current year results of operations are presented in comparison to the prior year within the sections below. For a
discussion of the 2024 results of operations in comparison to 2023, see "Management’s Discussion and Analysis of
Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Overview
In 2025, our earnings improved compared to 2024, despite flat revenue, driven by a gain from the sale of land and
favorable tax items. Our gross margin improved by 110 basis points, driven by benefits from cost reduction
initiatives. Revenue growth in the Americas, driven by large corporate, government and education customers, was
mostly offset by soft demand across many of the major markets in our International segment. In response to the soft
demand and uncertain macroeconomic conditions, we implemented restructuring actions in EMEA and Asia Pacific.
In 2025 compared to 2024, orders grew 4% (adjusted for the impact of a divestiture, currency translation effects and
the impact of an additional week in the current year), which included 6% growth in the Americas partially offset by a
decline of 4% in International. Order backlog of approximately $694 at the end of 2025 was approximately 11%
higher than at the end of 2024. In response to increasing inflationary costs in the Americas, we recently announced
a list price increase that will take effect starting in Q2 2026, and in response to changes to the U.S trade policy and
related inflationary effects, we announced a tariff recovery charge in the Americas that took effect in Q1 2026.
During 2025, we continued to invest in our business transformation initiative and planned implementation of our new
enterprise resource planning ("ERP") system, and we expect to continue to incur development and other project
costs throughout 2026. We will begin amortizing capitalized development costs when the ERP system is ready for
its intended use, expected in calendar year 2026.
Our liquidity, which is comprised of cash and cash equivalents, short-term investments and the net cash surrender
value of COLI, increased $72.8 during 2025. As of February 28, 2025, total liquidity was $558.3 and total debt was
$447.1.
We recorded net income of $120.7 and diluted earnings per share of $1.02 in 2025 compared to net income of
$81.1 and diluted earnings per share of $0.68 in 2024.
In 2025, the results included:
•
a $42.1 gain from the sale of land, which had the effect of increasing net income by $21.2 and diluted
earnings per share by $0.17 after taking into account the related variable compensation expense and tax
effects,
•
$19.9 of favorable tax items related to the U.S. foreign-derived intangible income ("FDII") deduction and
enacted regulations under U.S. Internal Revenue Code Section 987 ("IRC Section 987"), which had the
effect of increasing net income by $12.2 and diluted earnings per share of $0.10 after taking into account
the related variable compensation impacts, and
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•
a non-cash pension settlement charge of $15.2, which had the effect of decreasing net income by $11.7 and
diluted earnings per share by $0.10 after taking into account the related tax effects.
Operating income of $158.1 in 2025 represented an improvement of $40.3 compared to operating income of $117.8
in the prior year. The improvement was driven by $30.1 of higher gains on the sale of fixed assets (primarily land),
$45.4 of higher revenue in the Americas and $11.7 of lower restructuring costs, partially offset by $22.5 of higher
variable compensation expense (driven by the gain on the sale of land and the favorable tax items). We reported
adjusted operating income of $158.4 and adjusted earnings per share of $1.12 in 2025 and had adjusted operating
income of $156.7 and adjusted earnings per share of $0.92 in the prior year.
Revenue of $3,166.0 in 2025 represented an increase of $6.4 compared to the prior year. The increase in revenue
was driven by $58.5 from an additional week in 2025, mostly offset by lower volume in International and the impact
of a prior year divestiture in the Americas. Revenue increased by 2% in the Americas, driven by growth from large
corporate, government and education customers. International revenue decreased by 5%, driven by declines in
Western Europe and declines in most markets in Asia Pacific, except India. On an organic basis, revenue in 2025
was flat, with 2% growth in the Americas offset by a 7% decline in International.
Cost of sales as a percentage of revenue improved by 130 basis points in 2025 compared to the prior year. The
improvement was driven by higher revenue in the Americas and benefits from cost reduction initiatives, including
savings from restructuring actions, partially offset by the impacts of lower revenue in International and $6.7 of higher
variable compensation expense. Cost of sales as a percentage of revenue improved by 170 basis points in the
Americas but increased by 60 basis points in International.
Operating expenses increased by $11.5 in 2025, or 40 basis points as a percentage of revenue, compared to the
prior year. Operating expenses in 2025 compared to 2024 included:
•
approximately $17 of higher expenses related to the additional week in the current year,
•
$15.8 of higher variable compensation expense,
•
$10.9 of higher employee costs, and
•
$6.2 of higher information technology costs primarily related to our business transformation initiative,
•
partially offset by $41.0 of gains on the sale of fixed assets (primarily land) in the current year and a $13.0
decrease from a divestiture.
Operating expenses in 2024 reflected $10.9 of gains related to the sale of fixed assets, including land, and a $9.5
benefit from a decrease in the valuation of a contingent earnout liability.
The investment in our business transformation initiative includes internal resources deployed on the development
and configuration of our new ERP system. In 2025, approximately $10 of employee costs were capitalized to Other
assets as part of the application-development phase of the project, and we expect to begin amortizing the
capitalized development costs when the ERP system is ready for its intended use.
We recorded restructuring costs of $10.8 in 2025 compared to $22.5 in 2024. See Note 21 to the consolidated
financial statements for additional information.
Our 2025 effective tax rate was 10.1% compared to a 2024 effective tax rate of 24.3%. In 2025, we qualified for the
U.S. FDII deduction and final regulations under IRC Section 987 were enacted, which reduced income tax expense
by $9.1 and $10.8, respectively. See Note 16 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
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Interest Expense, Investment Income and Other Income (Expense), Net
Interest Expense, Investment Income and Other Income (Expense), Net
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Interest expense
$
(25.7) $
(25.9) $
(28.4)
Investment income
13.8
6.5
1.0
Other income (expense), net:
Equity in income of unconsolidated affiliates
9.2
13.5
12.5
Foreign exchange gains (losses)
(2.0)
(1.0)
1.8
Net periodic pension and post-retirement expense, excluding service cost
(16.2)
(0.6)
(1.1)
Miscellaneous income (expense), net
(3.0)
(3.2)
0.3
Total other income (expense), net
(12.0)
8.7
13.5
Total interest expense, investment income and other income (expense), net
$
(23.9) $
(10.7) $
(13.9)
In 2025, net periodic pension and post-retirement expense, excluding service cost included a $15.2 settlement
charge related to the annuitization of our defined benefit plan in the U.K. Investment income increased by $7.3 in
2025 compared to 2024 due to the higher level of liquidity and improved investment returns.
Business Segment Disclosure
See Note 20 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information regarding our business segments.
Americas
The Americas segment serves customers in the U.S., Canada, the Caribbean Islands and Latin America with a
comprehensive portfolio of furniture, interior architectural, textile and surface imaging products that are marketed to
corporate, government, education, healthcare and retail customers primarily through the Steelcase, AMQ, Coalesse,
Designtex, HALCON, Orangebox, Smith System and Viccarbe brands.
Statement of Operations Data—
Americas
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Revenue
$ 2,465.2
100.0 % $ 2,419.8
100.0 % $ 2,436.2
100.0 %
Cost of sales
1,608.2
65.2
1,618.5
66.9
1,722.1
70.7
Restructuring costs
5.8
0.3
2.2
0.1
2.5
0.1
Gross profit
851.2
34.5
799.1
33.0
711.6
29.2
Operating expenses
668.0
27.1
654.2
27.0
617.5
25.3
Restructuring costs
0.4
—
1.1
0.1
16.7
0.7
Operating income
$
182.8
7.4 % $
143.8
5.9 % $
77.4
3.2 %
21
Organic Revenue Growth (Decline) — Americas
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Prior year revenue
$ 2,419.8
$ 2,436.2
Acquisitions
—
21.8
Divestitures
(35.2)
(29.7)
Currency translation effects
(2.6)
(3.1)
Prior year revenue, adjusted
2,382.0
2,425.2
Current year revenue
2,465.2
2,419.8
Impact of additional week*
(46.4)
—
Current year revenue, adjusted
2,418.8
2,419.8
Organic growth (decline) $
$
36.8
$
(5.4)
Organic growth (decline) %
2 %
— %
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*
2025 included 53 weeks of revenue.
Reconciliation of Operating Income to Adjusted
Operating Income - Americas
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Operating income
$ 182.8
7.4 % $ 143.8
5.9 % $
77.4
3.2 %
Amortization of purchased intangible assets
12.6
0.5
12.5
0.5
18.2
0.7
Restructuring costs
6.2
0.3
3.3
0.2
19.2
0.8
Gains on the sale of land, net of variable
compensation impacts
(30.7)
(1.3)
(0.9)
—
(6.9)
(0.3)
Adjusted operating income
$ 170.9
6.9 % $ 158.7
6.6 % $ 107.9
4.4 %
Operating income in the Americas increased by $39.0 in 2025 compared to the prior year, driven by $30.7 from the
gain on the sale of land (net of related variable compensation expense), gross margin improvement and benefits of
higher revenue, partially offset by higher operating expenses. Adjusted operating income of $170.9 in 2025
represented an improvement of $12.2 compared to the prior year.
The Americas revenue represented 77.9% of consolidated revenue in 2025. In 2025, revenue increased by $45.4 or
2% compared to the prior year. In 2025, the Americas revenue grew approximately 3% from higher volume
(including the impact from the additional week in the current year) and 1% from pricing benefits, which were partially
offset by the impact of a divestiture. The Americas growth included higher revenue from large corporate,
government and education customers compared to the prior year. On an organic basis, revenue increased by $36.8
or 2% in 2025 compared to the prior year.
Cost of sales as a percentage of revenue improved by 170 basis points in 2025 compared to the prior year. The
improvement was driven by higher revenue and benefits from cost reduction initiatives, including savings from
restructuring actions, partially offset by $5.9 of higher variable compensation expense.
Operating expenses increased by $13.8 in 2025, or 10 basis points as a percentage of revenue, compared to the
prior year. Operating expenses in 2025 compared to 2024 included:
•
$14.3 of higher variable compensation expense,
•
approximately $13 of higher expenses related to the additional week in the current year,
•
$13.6 of higher employee costs and
•
$6.7 of higher information technology costs primarily related to our business transformation initiative,
•
partially offset by $41.5 of gains related to the sale of fixed assets (primarily land) in the current year and a
$13.0 decrease from a divestiture.
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Operating expenses in 2024 reflected $10.3 of gains related to the sale of fixed assets, including land, and a $4.7
benefit from a decrease in the valuation of a contingent earnout liability.
The investment in our business transformation initiative includes internal resources deployed on the development
and configuration of our new ERP system. In 2025, approximately $8 of employee costs were capitalized to Other
assets as part of the application-development phase of the project, and we expect to begin amortizing the
capitalized development costs when the ERP system is ready for its intended use.
We recorded restructuring costs of $6.2 in 2025 compared to $3.3 in 2024. See Note 21 to the consolidated
financial statements for additional information.
International
The International segment serves customers in EMEA and Asia Pacific with a comprehensive portfolio of furniture
and interior architectural products that are marketed to corporate, government, education, healthcare and retail
customers primarily through the Steelcase, Coalesse, Orangebox, Smith System and Viccarbe brands.
Statement of Operations Data — International
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Revenue
$
700.8
100.0 % $
739.8
100.0 % $
796.4
100.0 %
Cost of sales
500.9
71.5
524.3
70.9
588.6
73.9
Restructuring costs
4.6
0.6
2.2
0.3
—
—
Gross profit
195.3
27.9
213.3
28.8
207.8
26.1
Operating expenses
220.0
31.4
222.3
30.0
219.7
27.6
Restructuring costs
—
—
17.0
2.3
—
—
Operating loss
$
(24.7)
(3.5) % $
(26.0)
(3.5) % $
(11.9)
(1.5) %
Organic Revenue Decline — International
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Prior year revenue
$
739.8
$
796.4
Divestitures
—
(10.5)
Currency translation effects
(2.6)
17.2
Prior year revenue, adjusted
737.2
803.1
Current year revenue
700.8
739.8
Impact of additional week*
(12.1)
—
Current year revenue, adjusted
688.7
739.8
Organic decline $
$
(48.5)
$
(63.3)
Organic decline %
(7) %
(8) %
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*
2025 included 53 weeks of revenue.
Reconciliation of Operating Loss to Adjusted
Operating Loss - International
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Operating loss
$
(24.7)
(3.5) % $
(26.0)
(3.5) % $
(11.9)
(1.5) %
Amortization of purchased intangible assets
4.8
0.7
4.7
0.6
4.6
0.6
Restructuring costs
4.6
0.6
19.2
2.6
—
—
Gains on the sale of land, net of variable
compensation impacts
2.8
0.4
0.1
—
0.7
0.3
Adjusted operating loss
$
(12.5)
(1.8) % $
(2.0)
(0.3) % $
(6.6)
(0.6) %
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The operating loss in International improved by $1.3 in 2025 compared to the prior year. The improvement was
driven by $14.6 of lower restructuring costs, largely offset by the impacts of lower revenue. The adjusted operating
loss of $12.5 in 2025 represented an increase of $10.5 compared to the adjusted operating loss of $2.0 in the prior
year.
International revenue represented 22.1% of consolidated revenue in 2025. In 2025, revenue decreased by $39 or
5% compared to the prior year. In 2025, International revenue declined by approximately 5% due to lower volume
and approximately 2% due to the impacts of lower pricing, partially offset by 2% growth from the additional week in
the current year. The decline was driven by lower revenue in most major markets, partially offset by growth in India
and Spain. On an organic basis, revenue declined $48.5 or 7% in 2025 compared to the prior year.
Cost of sales as a percentage of revenue increased by 60 basis points in 2025 compared to the prior year. The
increase was driven by the impacts of lower revenue, partially offset by benefits from cost reduction initiatives,
including savings from restructuring actions.
Operating expenses decreased by $2.3 in 2025, but increased by 140 basis points as a percentage of revenue,
compared to the prior year. Operating expenses in 2025 compared to 2024 included:
•
approximately $13 of lower spending,
•
partially offset by approximately $4 of higher expenses related to the additional week in the current year.
Operating expenses in 2024 reflected a $4.8 benefit from a decrease in the valuation of a contingent earnout
liability.
Restructuring costs decreased $14.6 in 2025 compared to the prior year. See Note 21 to the consolidated financial
statements for additional information.
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Non-GAAP Financial Measures
The non-GAAP financial measures used in this Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and
Results of Operations are: (1) organic revenue growth (decline), (2) adjusted operating income (loss) and (3)
adjusted earnings per share.
Organic Revenue Growth (Decline)
We define organic revenue growth (decline) as revenue growth (decline) excluding the impact of acquisitions and
divestitures, foreign currency translation effects and the impact of the additional week in 2025. Organic revenue
growth (decline) is calculated by (1) adjusting prior year revenue to include revenues of acquired companies prior to
the date of the company's acquisition, to exclude revenues of divested companies and to use current year average
exchange rates in the calculation of foreign-denominated revenue and (2) adjusting current year revenue to exclude
the estimated revenues associated with the additional week in 2025. We believe organic revenue growth (decline) is
a meaningful metric to investors as it provides a more consistent comparison of our revenue to prior periods as well
as to industry peers.
Adjusted Operating Income (Loss) and Adjusted Earnings Per Share
We define adjusted operating income (loss) as operating income (loss) excluding amortization of purchased
intangible assets, restructuring costs (benefits) and gains (losses) on the sale of land, net of variable compensation
impacts. We define adjusted earnings per share as earnings per share, on a diluted basis, excluding amortization of
purchased intangible assets, restructuring costs (benefits), gains (losses) on the sale of land, net of variable
compensation impacts, and gains (losses) on pension plan settlements, and the related income tax effects of these
items.
◦
Amortization of purchased intangible assets: We may record intangible assets (such as backlog, dealer
relationships, trademarks, know-how and designs and proprietary technology) when we acquire companies. We
allocate the fair value of purchase consideration to net tangible and intangible assets acquired based on their
estimated fair values. The fair value estimates for these intangible assets require management to make
significant estimates and assumptions, which include the useful lives of intangible assets. We believe that
adjusting for amortization of purchased intangible assets provides a more consistent comparison of our
operating performance to prior periods as well as to industry peers.
◦
Restructuring costs (benefits): Restructuring costs (benefits) may be recorded as our business strategies
change or in response to changing market trends and economic conditions. We believe that adjusting for
restructuring costs (benefits), which are primarily associated with business exit and workforce reduction costs,
provides a more consistent comparison of our operating performance to prior periods as well as to industry
peers.
◦
Gains (losses) on the sale of land, net of variable compensation impacts: We may sell land when conditions are
favorable. Gains and losses on the sale of land may increase or decrease, respectively, our variable
compensation expense. We believe adjusting for these items provides a more consistent comparison of our
operating performance to prior periods as well as to industry peers. In 2025, we began adjusting for these items,
as we realized a significant gain on the sale of land during the year, which had a significant impact on our
variable compensation expense, and we have adjusted the prior periods presented for consistency and
comparability.
◦
Gains (losses) on pension plan settlements: We realize gains or losses previously reported as unrealized in
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in Other income (expense), net, in connection with pension
plan settlements when all risks related to the benefit obligations to plan participants and plan assets are
transferred. We believe adjusting for the gains or losses on pension plan settlements provides a more
consistent comparison of our operating performance to prior periods as well as to industry peers.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources
Liquidity
Cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments are available to fund day-to-day operations, including
seasonal disbursements, particularly the annual payment of accrued variable compensation and retirement plan
contributions in Q1 of each fiscal year. During normal business conditions, we target a range of $75 to $175 for cash
and cash equivalents and short-term investments to fund operating requirements. In addition, we may carry
additional liquidity for potential investments in strategic initiatives and as a cushion against economic volatility, and
from time to time, we may allow our cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments to temporarily fall below
our targeted range to fund acquisitions and other growth initiatives.
Liquidity Sources
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Cash and cash equivalents
$
346.3 $
318.6
Short-term investments
41.6
—
Company-owned life insurance ("COLI")
170.4
166.9
Availability under credit facilities
323.7
321.8
Total liquidity sources available
$
882.0 $
807.3
As of February 28, 2025, we held a total of $387.9 in cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments. Of that
total, 90% was located in the U.S. and the remaining 10%, or $38.5, was located outside of the U.S., primarily in
China (including Hong Kong), India, Mexico and Malaysia. Our short-term investments are maintained in a managed
investment portfolio in the U.S. and primarily consist of corporate debt securities, asset-backed securities and U.S.
government debt securities.
COLI investments are recorded at their net cash surrender value. Our investments in COLI policies are intended to
be utilized as a funding source for long-term benefit obligations. However, COLI can also be used as a source of
liquidity. We believe the financial strength of the issuing insurance companies associated with our COLI policies is
sufficient to meet their obligations. See Note 10 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
Availability under credit facilities may be reduced related to compliance with applicable covenants. See Liquidity
Facilities for more information.
The following table summarizes our consolidated statements of cash flows:
Cash Flow Data
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Net cash flow provided by (used in):
Operating activities
$
148.5 $
308.7 $
89.4
Investing activities
(34.8)
6.1
(134.8)
Financing activities
(84.0)
(85.9)
(62.9)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
(1.8)
(0.2)
(1.5)
Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
27.9
228.7
(109.8)
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of period
325.9
97.2
207.0
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period
$
353.8 $
325.9 $
97.2
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Cash provided by operating activities
Cash Flow Data — Operating Activities
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Net income
$
120.7 $
81.1 $
35.3
Depreciation and amortization
80.8
83.6
90.0
Restructuring costs
10.8
22.5
19.2
Gains on sales of fixed assets, net
(41.0)
(10.9)
(12.9)
Share-based compensation
24.5
26.0
21.8
Changes in accounts receivable, inventories and accounts payable
12.6
119.9
(71.0)
Cloud computing arrangements expenditures
(46.3)
(7.9)
—
Employee compensation liabilities
16.6
31.1
29.4
Other
(30.2)
(36.7)
(22.4)
Net cash provided by operating activities
$
148.5 $
308.7 $
89.4
In 2025, we recorded $41.0 of gains on sales of fixed assets, net, which primarily related to the sale of land in the
Americas, and we used $46.3 of cash for cloud computing arrangement expenditures related to the capitalized
development costs of our new ERP system. Annual payments related to accrued variable compensation and
retirement plan contributions totaled $122.4 in 2025 compared to $77.3 in the prior year. Working capital in the prior
year reflected decreased levels of inventory related to supply chain improvements and a reduction in the number of
days sales outstanding in accounts receivable.
Cash provided by (used in) investing activities
Cash Flow Data — Investing Activities
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Capital expenditures
$
(47.1) $
(47.1) $
(59.1)
Proceeds from disposal of fixed assets
44.4
49.4
9.9
Purchases of short-term investments
(48.4)
—
—
Liquidations of short-term investments
7.5
—
—
Acquisition, net of cash acquired
—
—
(105.3)
Other
8.8
3.8
19.7
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
$
(34.8) $
6.1 $
(134.8)
Capital expenditures in 2025 primarily related to investments in manufacturing operations, information technology,
customer-facing facilities and showrooms, and product development. In 2025, proceeds from the disposal of fixed
assets primarily related to the sale of land in the Americas, and we also invested $41.0 in a managed investment
portfolio, which consists of corporate debt securities, asset-backed securities and U.S. government debt securities.
See Note 7 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information. In 2024, proceeds from the disposal
of fixed assets primarily included $36.0 of proceeds from the sale of aircraft and other aviation assets and $12.5
from the sale of fixed assets and land.
Cash used in financing activities
Cash Flow Data — Financing Activities
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Dividends paid
$
(47.6) $
(47.6) $
(57.3)
Common stock repurchases
(36.4)
(4.2)
(3.9)
Repayments on note payable
—
(32.2)
(2.7)
Other
—
(1.9)
1.0
Net cash used in financing activities
$
(84.0) $
(85.9) $
(62.9)
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The following table details dividends paid per common share during each quarter of 2025 and 2024:
Dividend Data
First
Quarter
Second
Quarter
Third
Quarter
Fourth
Quarter
Total
2025
Dividends declared and paid per common share
$
0.100 $
0.100 $
0.100 $
0.100 $
0.400
2024
Dividends declared and paid per common share
$
0.100 $
0.100 $
0.100 $
0.100 $
0.400
During 2025 and 2024, we made common stock repurchases of $36.4 and $4.2, respectively, all of which related to
our Class A Common Stock. Those repurchases included $9.9 and $4.2 in 2025 and 2024, respectively, which were
made to satisfy participants' tax withholding obligations upon the issuance of shares under equity awards, pursuant
to the terms of our Incentive Compensation Plan.
In 2024, we made a balloon payment of $31.8 for a note payable that matured during Q1 2024.
As of February 28, 2025, we had $79.9 of remaining availability under the share repurchase program approved by
our Board of Directors in 2024.
Liquidity Facilities
Our total liquidity facilities as of February 28, 2025 were as follows:
Liquidity Facilities
February 28,
2025
Global committed bank facility
$
300.0
Various uncommitted facilities
23.7
Available capacity
$
323.7
We have a $300.0 global committed bank facility in effect through 2029. As of February 28, 2025, there were no
borrowings outstanding under the facility, our ability to borrow under the facility was not limited, and we were in
compliance with all covenants under the facility.
We have unsecured uncommitted short-term credit facilities available for working capital purposes with various
financial institutions with a total U.S. dollar borrowing capacity of up to $4.0 and a total foreign currency borrowing
capacity of up to $19.7 as of February 28, 2025. These credit facilities may be changed or canceled by the banks at
any time. As of February 28, 2025, there were no borrowings outstanding under these uncommitted facilities.
Total consolidated debt as of February 28, 2025 was $447.1 which consists of term notes due in 2029 with an
effective interest rate of 5.6%. The term notes are unsecured and contain no financial covenants.
See Note 13 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
Liquidity Outlook
As of February 28, 2025, our total liquidity, which is comprised of cash and cash equivalents, short-term
investments and the net cash surrender value of COLI, aggregated to $558.3. Our liquidity position, funds available
under our credit facilities and cash generated from future operations are expected to be sufficient to finance our
known and foreseeable liquidity needs, including our material cash requirements.
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Material Cash Requirements
Our material committed cash requirements are as follows:
•
Debt: We have no principal repayment obligations on our debt during 2026 through 2028 and $450.0 due in
2029. Interest obligations on our debt are estimated to be approximately $23 in each year until maturity. See
Note 13 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
•
Operating leases: We have commitments related to corporate offices, sales offices, showrooms,
manufacturing and distribution facilities, vehicles and equipment under non-cancelable operating leases that
expire at various dates through 2035. Minimum payments under our operating lease obligations are estimated
to be $46.7 during 2025 and $126.3 thereafter. See Note 18 to the consolidated financial statements for
additional information.
•
Employee benefit and compensation obligations: We have obligations related to contributions and benefit
payments expected to be made for post-retirement, pension and defined contribution plans and deferred
compensation plans. Our obligations related to post-retirement benefit plans are not contractual, and the
plans could be amended at the discretion of our Compensation Committee. Payments related to post-
retirement and pension plans are estimated to be $6.9 during 2026 and $43.8 from 2027 through 2035. Our
deferred compensation obligations are estimated to be $7.8 during 2026 and $44.2 thereafter. See Note 14 to
the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
We also have other planned material usages of cash which we consider discretionary. This includes plans for capital
expenditures and capitalizable costs for cloud computing arrangements related to the implementation of our new
ERP system, which are expected to total approximately $80 in 2026. See Note 2 to the consolidated financial
statements for additional information on our accounting policy related to cloud computing arrangements. In addition,
we fund dividend payments as and when approved by our Board of Directors. On March 26, 2025, we announced a
quarterly dividend on our common stock of $0.10 per share, or $11.5, to be paid in Q1 2026.
The amounts included above are as of February 28, 2025. Our material cash requirements are subject to fluctuation
based on business requirements, economic volatility or investments in strategic initiatives. The amounts of these
obligations could change materially over time as new contracts or obligations are initiated and existing contracts or
obligations are terminated or modified.
Critical Accounting Estimates
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations is based upon our
consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Our consolidated financial statements were prepared in
accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. These principles require
the use of estimates and assumptions that affect amounts reported and disclosed in the consolidated financial
statements and accompanying notes. Although these estimates are based on historical data and management’s
knowledge of current events and actions it may undertake in the future, actual results may differ from the estimates
if different conditions occur. The accounting estimates that typically involve a higher degree of judgment and
complexity are listed and explained below. These estimates were discussed with the Audit Committee of our Board
of Directors and affect both of our segments.
Business Combinations and Goodwill
We allocate the fair value of purchase consideration to tangible and intangible assets acquired and liabilities
assumed based on their estimated fair values. The excess of the fair value of purchase consideration over the fair
values of these identifiable assets and liabilities is allocated to goodwill. The allocation of the purchase
consideration requires management to make significant estimates and assumptions, especially with respect to
intangible assets. These estimates are reviewed with our advisors and can include, but are not limited to, future
expected cash flows related to acquired dealer relationships, trademarks and know-how/designs and require
estimation of useful lives and discount rates. Our estimates of fair value are based upon assumptions believed to be
reasonable but which are inherently uncertain and unpredictable, and as a result, actual results may differ from
these estimates. During the measurement period, which is up to one year from the acquisition date, we may record
adjustments to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed with the corresponding offset to goodwill. Upon the
conclusion of the measurement period, any subsequent adjustments are recorded to earnings.
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Annually in Q4, or earlier if conditions indicate it is necessary, the carrying value of each reporting unit is compared
to an estimate of its fair value. If the estimated fair value of the reporting unit is less than the carrying value, the
difference is recorded as an impairment charge. Goodwill is assigned to and the fair value is tested at the reporting
unit level. In 2025, we evaluated goodwill using nine reporting units: the Americas, EMEA, Asia Pacific, Designtex,
AMQ, Smith System, Orangebox U.K., Viccarbe and HALCON.
During Q4 2025, we performed our annual impairment assessment of goodwill in our reporting units. In the test for
potential impairment, we measured the estimated fair values of our reporting units under an income-based
approach by using a discounted cash flow (“DCF”) valuation method. The DCF analysis calculated the present
value of projected cash flows and a residual value using discount rates that ranged from 11% to 13%. Considerable
management judgment is necessary to evaluate the impact of operating changes and to estimate future cash flows
in measuring fair value. Assumptions used in our DCF valuations, such as discount rates, forecasted revenue
growth rates, expected operating margins and estimated capital investment, are consistent with our internal
projections as of the time of the assessment. These assumptions could change over time, which may result in future
impairment charges. We corroborated the results of the DCF analysis with a market-based approach that used
observable comparable company information to support the appropriateness of the fair value estimates. There were
no impairment charges recorded for any reporting units in 2025. If we had concluded that it was appropriate to
increase the discount rate in our analysis by 100 basis points to estimate the fair value of each reporting unit, the
fair value of each of our reporting units would still have exceeded its carrying value.
As of February 28, 2025, we had remaining goodwill recorded on our Consolidated Balance Sheet as follows:
Reportable Segment
Goodwill
Americas
$
265.1
International
8.4
Total
$
273.5
As of the valuation date, the fair value of each reporting unit exceeded its carrying value by at least 30%. See
Note 2 and Note 11 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
Income Taxes
Our annual effective tax rate is based on income, statutory tax rates and tax planning strategies in various
jurisdictions in which we operate. Tax laws are complex and subject to different interpretations by the taxpayer and
respective governmental taxing authorities. Significant judgment is required in determining our tax expense,
measuring our expected ability to realize deferred tax assets and evaluating our tax positions.
We are audited by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under the Compliance Assurance Process (“CAP”). Under
CAP, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service works with large business taxpayers to identify and resolve issues prior to
the filing of a tax return. Accordingly, we expect to record minimal liabilities for U.S. Federal uncertain tax positions.
Tax positions are reviewed regularly for state, local and non-U.S. tax liabilities associated with uncertain tax
positions.
Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the estimated future tax consequences attributable to
temporary differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their
respective tax bases. These assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to
taxable income in the years in which the temporary differences are expected to reverse. In evaluating our ability to
recover deferred tax assets within the jurisdiction from which they arise, we consider all positive and negative
evidence. These expectations require significant judgment and are developed using forecasts of future taxable
income that are consistent with the internal plans and estimates we are using to manage the underlying business as
of the time of the evaluation. Changes in tax laws and rates could also affect recorded deferred tax assets and
liabilities in the future. A 1% change in statutory tax rates used to compute our deferred tax assets and liabilities
would have increased or decreased our income tax expense in 2025 by approximately $6.3.
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Future tax benefits are recognized to the extent that realization of these benefits is considered more likely than not.
As of February 28, 2025, we recorded tax benefits from net operating loss carryforwards of $29.1. We also have
recorded valuation allowances totaling $3.1 against these assets, which reduced our recorded tax benefit to $26.0.
It is considered more likely than not that a $26.0 cash benefit will be realized on these carryforwards in future
periods. This determination is based on the expectation that related operations will be sufficiently profitable or
various tax, business and other planning strategies will enable us to utilize the carryforwards. To the extent that
available evidence raises doubt about the realization of a deferred tax asset, a valuation allowance would be
established or adjusted. A change in judgment regarding our expected ability to realize deferred tax assets would be
accounted for as a discrete tax expense or benefit in the period in which it occurs.
Additionally, we have deferred tax assets related to tax credit carryforwards of $9.9 comprised primarily of U.S.
foreign tax credits and investment tax credits granted by the Czech Republic. The U.S. foreign tax credit
carryforward period is 10 years. Utilization of foreign tax credits is restricted to 21% of foreign source taxable
income in that year. We have projected our pretax domestic earnings and foreign source income and expect to
utilize $7.0 of excess foreign tax credits within the allowable carryforward periods. The carryforward period for the
Czech Republic investment tax credits is also 10 years. We have projected our pretax earnings in the Czech
Republic and expect to utilize the $2.9 of credits within the allowable carryover period. Valuation allowances are
recorded to the extent realization of the tax credit carryforwards is not more likely than not.
See Note 16 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
Pension and Other Post-Retirement Benefits
We sponsor a number of domestic and foreign plans to provide pension, medical and life insurance benefits to
retired employees. As of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024, the fair value of plan assets, benefit plan
obligations and funded status of these plans were as follows:
Defined Benefit
Pension Plans
Post-Retirement
Plans
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Fair value of plan assets
$
0.3 $
22.8 $
— $
—
Benefit plan obligations
30.0
52.5
25.4
27.2
Funded status
$
(29.7) $
(29.7) $
(25.4) $
(27.2)
The post-retirement medical and life insurance plans are unfunded. As of February 28, 2025, approximately 69% of
our unfunded defined benefit pension obligations is related to our non-qualified supplemental retirement plan that is
limited to a select group of management approved by the Compensation Committee of our Board of Directors. The
post-retirement medical and life insurance plans were frozen to new participants in 2003. The non-qualified
supplemental retirement plan was frozen to new participants in 2016, and the benefits were capped for existing
participants. A portion of our investments in whole life and variable life COLI policies with a net cash surrender value
of $170.4 as of February 28, 2025 are intended to be utilized as a long-term funding source for post-retirement
medical benefits, deferred compensation and defined benefit pension plan obligations. The asset values of the COLI
policies are not segregated in a trust specifically for the plans and thus are not considered plan assets. Changes in
the values of these policies are recorded in operating expenses, but have no effect on the post-retirement benefits
expense, defined benefit pension expense or benefit obligations recorded in the consolidated financial statements.
We recognize the cost of benefits provided during retirement over the employees’ active working lives. Inherent in
this approach is the requirement to use various actuarial assumptions to predict and measure costs and obligations
many years prior to the settlement date. Key actuarial assumptions that require significant management judgment
and have a material impact on the measurement of our consolidated benefits expense and benefit obligations
include, among others, the discount rate and health care cost trend rates. These and other assumptions are
reviewed with our actuaries and updated annually based on relevant external and internal factors and information,
including, but not limited to, benefit payments, expenses paid from the plan, rates of termination, medical inflation,
regulatory requirements, plan changes and governmental coverage changes.
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To conduct our annual review of discount rates, we perform a matching exercise of projected plan cash flows
against spot rates on a yield curve comprised of high-quality corporate bonds as of the measurement date (the
Ryan ALM Top Third curve). The measurement dates for our retiree benefit plans are consistent with the last day in
February. Accordingly, we select discount rates to measure our benefit obligations that are consistent with market
indices at the end of February. In 2025, the weighted average discount rate used to determine the estimated fair
value of our defined benefit pension plan obligations was decreased to 4.50% from 4.80%. The weighted average
discount rate used to determine the estimated fair value of our post-retirement plan obligations was decreased to
5.23% from 5.46%.
Based on consolidated benefit obligations as of February 28, 2025, a one percentage point decline in the discount
rate used for benefit plan measurement purposes would have changed the 2025 consolidated benefit obligations by
approximately $4. All obligation-related actuarial gains and losses are amortized using a straight-line method over
the average remaining service period of active plan participants.
To conduct our annual review of healthcare cost trend rates, we model our actual claims cost data over a historical
period, including an analysis of the pre-65 age group and other important demographic components of our covered
retiree population. This data is adjusted to eliminate the impact of plan changes and other factors that would tend to
distort the underlying healthcare cost inflation trends. Our initial healthcare cost trend rate is reviewed annually and
adjusted as necessary to remain consistent with recent historical experience and our expectations regarding short-
term future trends. As of February 28, 2025, our initial medical rate of 6.50% for pre-age 65 retirees was trended
downward by each year, until the ultimate trend rate of 4.50% was reached. The ultimate trend rate is adjusted
annually, as necessary, to approximate the current economic view on the rate of long-term inflation plus an
appropriate healthcare cost premium. Post-age 65 trend rates are not applicable as our plan provides a fixed
subsidy for post-age 65 benefits.
Despite the previously described policies for selecting key actuarial assumptions, we periodically experience
material differences between assumed and actual experience. Our consolidated net unamortized prior service costs
and net actuarial gains of $4.4 and $12.0 related to our defined benefit pension plans and post-retirement plans,
respectively, are recorded in Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
See Note 14 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
Forward-Looking Statements
From time to time, in written and oral statements, we discuss our expectations regarding future events and our
plans and objectives for future operations. These forward-looking statements discuss goals, intentions and
expectations as to future trends, plans, events, results of operations or financial condition, or state other information
relating to us, based on current beliefs of management as well as assumptions made by, and information currently
available to, us. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as “anticipate,” “believe,”
“could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “forecast,” “intend,” “may,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” "target" or other
similar words, phrases or expressions. Although we believe these forward-looking statements are reasonable, they
are based upon a number of assumptions concerning future conditions, any or all of which may ultimately prove to
be inaccurate. Forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual
results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements and vary from our expectations because of
factors such as, but not limited to, competitive and general economic conditions domestically and internationally;
acts of terrorism, war, governmental action, natural disasters, pandemics and other Force Majeure events;
cyberattacks; changes in the legal and regulatory environment; changes in raw material, commodity and other input
costs; currency fluctuations; changes in customer demand; and the other risks and contingencies detailed in this
Report and our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We undertake no obligation to update,
amend or clarify forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Recently Issued Accounting Standards
See Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements for information regarding recently issued accounting standards.
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Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk:
We are exposed to market risks from foreign currency exchange, interest rates, commodity prices and fixed income
and equity prices, which could affect our operating results, financial position and cash flows.
Foreign Currency Exchange Risk
We are exposed to foreign currency exchange rate risk primarily on sales and cost commitments, anticipated sales
and purchases, assets and liabilities denominated in currencies other than the functional currency of the operating
entity. We seek to manage our foreign exchange risk largely through operational means, including matching
revenue with same-currency costs and assets with same-currency liabilities. We transacted business globally in 15
primary currencies in 2025 and 2024, of which the most significant were the U.S. dollar, the euro, the U.K. pound
sterling, the Canadian dollar, the Indian rupee, the Mexican peso, the Chinese renminbi and the Malaysian ringgit.
Revenue from foreign locations represented approximately 28% of our consolidated revenue in 2025 and
approximately 29% in 2024. We actively manage the foreign currency exposures that are associated with committed
foreign currency purchases and sales created in the normal course of business at the local entity level. Exposures
that cannot be naturally offset within a local entity to an immaterial amount are often netted with offsetting exposures
at other entities or hedged with foreign currency derivatives. We do not use foreign currency derivatives for trading
or speculative purposes. Our results are affected by the strength of the currencies in countries where we
manufacture or purchase goods relative to the strength of the currencies in countries where our products are sold.
We estimate that an additional 10% strengthening of the U.S. dollar against local currencies would have increased
operating income by approximately $16.8 in 2025 and by approximately $16.5 in 2024. These estimates assume no
changes other than the U.S. dollar exchange rate itself, and this quantitative measure has inherent limitations. The
sensitivity analysis disregards the possibility that U.S. dollar and other exchange rates can move in opposite
directions and that gains from one currency may or may not be offset by losses from another currency.
The translation of the assets and liabilities of our international subsidiaries is completed using the foreign currency
exchange rates as of the end of the fiscal year. Translation adjustments are not included in determining net income
but are included in Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) within shareholders’ equity on the Consolidated
Balance Sheets until a sale or substantially complete liquidation of the net investment in the international subsidiary
takes place. In certain markets, we could recognize a significant gain or loss related to unrealized cumulative
translation adjustments if we were to exit the market and liquidate our net investment. As of February 28, 2025 and
February 23, 2024, the cumulative net currency translation adjustments reduced shareholders’ equity by $75.9 and
$68.5, respectively.
Foreign currency exchange gains and losses reflect transaction gains and losses, which arise from monetary assets
and liabilities denominated in currencies other than a business unit’s functional currency and are recorded in Other
income (expense), net in the Consolidated Statements of Income. In 2025 and 2024, net foreign currency exchange
losses were $2.0 and $1.0, respectively.
See Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
Interest Rate Risk
We are exposed to interest rate risk primarily on our cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments. Our
cash equivalents are primarily held in money market funds invested in U.S. government debt securities. Our short-
term investments are maintained in a managed investment portfolio in the U.S. and primarily consist of corporate
debt securities, asset-backed securities and U.S. government debt securities.
We estimate a 1% increase in interest rates would have increased our net income by approximately $2 and $1 in
2025 and 2024, respectively, primarily as a result of higher interest income on our cash and cash equivalents and
managed investment portfolio. However, this quantitative measure has inherent limitations since not all of our
investments are in similar asset classes and our borrowings and investment balances can fluctuate throughout the
year.
See Note 7 and Note 13 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
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Commodity Price Risk
We are exposed to commodity price risk on raw material, component and finished good purchases. The raw
materials that we purchase and that are used in the manufacture of the components and finished goods are not rare
or unique to our industry. The cost of steel, petroleum-based products (including plastics and foam), aluminum,
other metals, wood, particleboard and other commodities, such as fuel and energy, have fluctuated due to changes
in global supply and demand. Our gross margins could be affected if these types of costs continue to fluctuate or
changes in global supply and demand force us to procure materials from outside our current supply chains. We
actively manage these raw material costs through global sourcing initiatives and price increases on our products.
However, in the short-term, significant increases in raw material costs, commodity and other input costs can be very
difficult to offset with price increases because of contractual agreements with our customers, and it is difficult to find
effective financial instruments to hedge against such changes.
As a result of changes in commodity costs, cost of sales decreased by approximately $6 during 2025 and
decreased by approximately $14 in 2024. The decrease in commodity costs during 2025 was driven primarily by
higher inbound freight costs in the prior year and the decrease in 2024 was driven primarily by material commodities
and fuel. We estimate that an additional 1% increase in commodity prices, assuming no offsetting benefit of price
increases, would have decreased our operating income by approximately $12 in 2025 and by approximately $11 in
2024. This quantitative measure has inherent limitations given the likelihood of implementing pricing actions to offset
significant increases in commodity prices.
Fixed Income and Equity Price Risk
We are exposed to fixed income and equity price risk primarily on the net cash surrender value associated with our
investments in variable life COLI policies, which totaled $64.4 as of February 28, 2025. Our variable life COLI
policies were allocated at approximately 60% fixed income and 40% equity investments as of February 28, 2025.
We estimate a 10% adverse change in the value of the equity portion of our variable life COLI investments would
reduce our net income by approximately $3 in 2025 and 2024. However, given that a portion of the investments in
COLI policies are intended to be utilized as a long-term funding source for deferred compensation obligations, and
the related earnings associated with these obligations are driven by participant investment elections that often
include equity market allocations, any adverse change in the equity portion of our variable life COLI investments
may be partially offset by reductions in deferred compensation liabilities. We estimate that the risk of changes in the
value of the variable life COLI investments due to other factors, including changes in interest rates, yield curve and
portfolio duration, would not have a material impact on our results of operations or financial condition. This
quantitative measure has inherent limitations since not all of our investments are in similar asset classes.
See Note 10 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information.
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Item 8.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data:
MANAGEMENT’S REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING
Management is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting. This
system is designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the
preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with accounting principles generally
accepted in the United States of America.
Our internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the
maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of
our assets; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of
financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America,
and that receipts and expenditures are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and the
Board of Directors; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized
acquisition, use, or disposition of our assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, a system of internal control over financial reporting can provide only reasonable
assurance and may not prevent or detect all misstatements. Further, because of changes in conditions,
effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting may vary over time.
Management assessed the effectiveness of the system of internal control over financial reporting based on the
framework in Internal Control—Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations
of the Treadway Commission. Based on this assessment, management determined that our system of internal
control over financial reporting was effective as of February 28, 2025.
Deloitte & Touche LLP, the independent registered public accounting firm that audited our financial statements
included in this annual report on Form 10-K, also audited the effectiveness of our internal control over financial
reporting, as stated in their report which is included herein.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors of Steelcase Inc.
Opinion on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
We have audited the internal control over financial reporting of Steelcase Inc. and subsidiaries (the “Company”) as
of February 28, 2025, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the
Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). In our opinion, the Company
maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of February 28, 2025, based
on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by COSO.
We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United
States) (PCAOB), the consolidated financial statements as of and for the year ended February 28, 2025, of the
Company and our report dated April 18, 2025, expressed an unqualified opinion on those financial statements.
Basis for Opinion
The Company’s management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for
its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying
Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on
the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm
registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the
U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission
and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and
perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting
was maintained in all material respects. Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control over
financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, testing and evaluating the design and
operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk, and performing such other procedures as we
considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Definition and Limitations of Internal Control over Financial Reporting
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance
regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in
accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting
includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail,
accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable
assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance
with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made
only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable
assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s
assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements.
Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may
become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or
procedures may deteriorate.
/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Grand Rapids, Michigan
April 18, 2025
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors of Steelcase Inc.
Opinion on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Steelcase Inc. and subsidiaries (the
"Company") as of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024, the related consolidated statements of income,
comprehensive income (loss), changes in shareholders' equity, and cash flows, for each of the three years in the
period ended February 28, 2025, and the related notes and the schedule listed in the Index at Item 15 (collectively
referred to as the "financial statements"). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material
respects, the financial position of the Company as of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024, and the results of
its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended February 28, 2025, in conformity
with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United
States) (PCAOB), the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of February 28, 2025, based on criteria
established in Internal Control — Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission and our report dated April 18, 2025, expressed an unqualified opinion
on the Company's internal control over financial reporting.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an
opinion on the Company's financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with
the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal
securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the
PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan
and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material
misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of
material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that
respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and
disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and
significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial
statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Critical Audit Matter
The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current-period audit of the financial
statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that (1) relates to
accounts or disclosures that are material to the financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging,
subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of critical audit matters does not alter in any way our opinion
on the financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below,
providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates.
Goodwill – AMQ Reporting Unit – Refer to Notes 2 and 11 to the financial statements
Critical Audit Matter Description
The Company’s evaluation of goodwill for impairment involves the comparison of the fair value of each reporting unit
to its carrying value. The Company measures the estimated fair values of the reporting units under an income-
based approach by using a discounted cash flow valuation method, which requires management to make significant
estimates and assumptions related to discount rates, forecasted revenue growth rates, and expected operating
margins. Changes in these assumptions could have a significant impact on either the fair value, the amount of any
goodwill impairment charge, or both. The Company corroborates the results determined using an income-based
approach with a market-based approach that uses observable comparable company information to support the
appropriateness of the fair value estimates. Based on the results of the Company’s annual goodwill impairment
evaluation, the Company concluded that no goodwill impairment existed for the year ended February 28, 2025. The
consolidated goodwill balance was $273.5 million as of February 28, 2025, of which $31.5 million was allocated to
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the AMQ Reporting Unit (“AMQ”).
We identified goodwill for AMQ as a critical audit matter because of the significant judgments made by management
to estimate the fair value of AMQ given the sensitivity of operating changes on future cash flows for this reporting
unit. This required a high degree of auditor judgment and an increased extent of effort, including the need to involve
our fair value specialists, when performing audit procedures to evaluate the reasonableness of management’s
estimates and assumptions related to forecasted revenue growth rates, expected operating margins, and the
selection of the discount rate.
How the Critical Audit Matter Was Addressed in the Audit
Our audit procedures related to forecasted revenue growth rates, expected operating margins and the selection of
the discount rate used by management to estimate the fair value of AMQ included the following, among others:
•
We tested the effectiveness of controls over management’s goodwill impairment evaluation, including
those over the determination of the fair value of AMQ, such as controls related to forecasted revenue
growth rates, expected operating margins, and the selection of the discount rate.
•
We evaluated management’s ability to accurately forecast revenue growth rates and operating margins by
comparing actual results to management’s historical forecasts.
•
We evaluated the reasonableness of management’s forecasted revenue growth rates and expected
operating margins by comparing the forecasts to:
–
Historical revenues and operating margins.
–
Internal communications to management and the Board of Directors.
–
Forecasted information included in Company press releases as well as in analyst and industry
reports.
•
With the assistance of our fair value specialists, we evaluated the reasonableness of the Company's
valuation methodology and assumptions, including the determination of the discount rate by:
–
Testing the source information underlying the determination of the discount rate and the
mathematical accuracy of the calculation.
–
Developing a range of independent estimates and performing a sensitivity analysis and
comparing those to the discount rate selected by management.
/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Grand Rapids, Michigan
April 18, 2025
We have served as the Company's auditor since 2009.
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STEELCASE INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(in millions, except per share data)
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Revenue
$
3,166.0 $
3,159.6 $
3,232.6
Cost of sales
2,109.1
2,142.8
2,310.7
Restructuring costs
10.4
4.4
2.5
Gross profit
1,046.5
1,012.4
919.4
Operating expenses
888.0
876.5
837.2
Restructuring costs
0.4
18.1
16.7
Operating income
158.1
117.8
65.5
Interest expense
(25.7)
(25.9)
(28.4)
Investment income
13.8
6.5
1.0
Other income (expense), net
(12.0)
8.7
13.5
Income before income tax expense
134.2
107.1
51.6
Income tax expense
13.5
26.0
16.3
Net income
$
120.7 $
81.1 $
35.3
Earnings per share:
Basic
$
1.02 $
0.68 $
0.30
Diluted
$
1.02 $
0.68 $
0.30
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
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STEELCASE INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(in millions)
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Net income
$
120.7 $
81.1 $
35.3
Other comprehensive income (loss), gross:
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments
0.6
0.7
(0.5)
Pension and other post-retirement liability adjustments
11.8
(4.5)
5.5
Derivative amortization
1.3
1.3
1.3
Foreign currency translation adjustments
(7.4)
7.5
(26.6)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), gross
6.3
5.0
(20.3)
Other comprehensive income (loss), tax (expense) benefit:
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments
—
(0.2)
0.1
Pension and other post-retirement liability adjustments
(2.5)
1.1
(1.4)
Derivative amortization
(0.4)
(0.3)
(0.3)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), tax (expense) benefit
(2.9)
0.6
(1.6)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net:
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments
0.6
0.5
(0.4)
Pension and other post-retirement liability adjustments
9.3
(3.4)
4.1
Derivative amortization
0.9
1.0
1.0
Foreign currency translation adjustments
(7.4)
7.5
(26.6)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net
3.4
5.6
(21.9)
Comprehensive income
$
124.1 $
86.7 $
13.4
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
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STEELCASE INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in millions, except share data)
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$
346.3
$
318.6
Short-term investments
41.6
—
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $4.7 and $6.2
323.1
338.3
Inventories, net
245.7
231.0
Prepaid expenses
37.5
31.9
Other current assets
34.8
39.6
Total current assets
1,029.0
959.4
Property, plant and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation of $1,132.8 and $1,119.2
328.1
352.9
Company-owned life insurance ("COLI")
170.4
166.9
Deferred income taxes
166.8
115.8
Goodwill
273.5
274.8
Other intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization of $106.3 and $115.0
77.0
94.6
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates
53.3
55.7
Right-of-use operating lease assets
141.2
168.6
Other assets
91.1
48.0
Total assets
$
2,330.4
$
2,236.7
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable
$
228.2
$
211.3
Current operating lease obligations
39.7
45.1
Employee compensation
187.3
166.1
Employee benefit plan obligations
49.7
39.9
Accrued promotions
23.5
19.4
Customer deposits
43.0
44.8
Other current liabilities
97.7
80.5
Total current liabilities
669.1
607.1
Long-term liabilities:
Long-term debt
447.1
446.3
Employee benefit plan obligations
100.7
104.5
Long-term operating lease obligations
113.9
138.6
Other long-term liabilities
47.9
53.1
Total long-term liabilities
709.6
742.5
Total liabilities
1,378.7
1,349.6
Shareholders’ equity:
Preferred stock-no par value; 50,000,000 shares authorized, none issued and outstanding
—
—
Class A common stock-no par value; 475,000,000 shares authorized, 94,089,913 and
93,935,016 issued and outstanding
—
—
Class B common stock-no par value, convertible into Class A common stock on a one-for-
one basis; 475,000,000 shares authorized, 19,643,520 and 20,292,356 issued and
outstanding
—
—
Additional paid-in capital
29.3
41.2
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
(63.5)
(66.9)
Retained earnings
985.9
912.8
Total shareholders’ equity
951.7
887.1
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity
$
2,330.4
$
2,236.7
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
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STEELCASE INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
(in millions, except share and per share data)
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Changes in common shares outstanding:
Common shares outstanding, beginning of period
114,227,372
112,988,721
112,109,294
Common stock issuances
76,477
131,013
109,090
Common stock repurchases
(2,872,396)
(514,993)
(352,700)
Performance and restricted stock units issued as
common stock
2,301,980
1,622,631
1,123,037
Common shares outstanding, end of period
113,733,433
114,227,372
112,988,721
Changes in paid-in capital (1):
Paid-in capital, beginning of period
$
41.2 $
19.4 $
1.5
Common stock issuances
1.0
1.1
1.0
Common stock repurchases
(36.4)
(4.2)
(3.9)
Performance and restricted stock units expense
23.5
24.9
20.8
Paid-in capital, end of period
29.3
41.2
19.4
Changes in accumulated other comprehensive
income (loss):
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss),
beginning of period
(66.9)
(72.5)
(50.6)
Other comprehensive income (loss)
3.4
5.6
(21.9)
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss),
end of period
(63.5)
(66.9)
(72.5)
Changes in retained earnings:
Retained earnings, beginning of period
912.8
879.3
901.3
Net income
120.7
81.1
35.3
Dividends paid
(47.6)
(47.6)
(57.3)
Retained earnings, end of period
985.9
912.8
879.3
Total shareholders' equity
$
951.7 $
887.1 $
826.2
(1) Shares of our Class A and Class B common stock have no par value; thus, there are no balances for common
stock.
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
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STEELCASE INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in millions)
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net income
$
120.7
$
81.1
$
35.3
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization
80.8
83.6
90.0
Restructuring costs
10.8
22.5
19.2
Gains on sales of fixed assets, net
(41.0)
(10.9)
(12.9)
Deferred income taxes
(56.7)
2.1
(1.0)
Share-based compensation
24.5
26.0
21.8
Other
11.2
(17.1)
—
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions and divestitures
Accounts receivable
11.8
21.7
(43.7)
Inventories
(16.3)
88.3
12.0
Cloud computing arrangements expenditures
(46.3)
(7.9)
—
Income taxes receivable
3.7
(6.2)
36.4
Other assets
(5.2)
0.4
(6.8)
Accounts payable
17.1
9.9
(39.3)
Employee compensation liabilities
16.6
31.1
29.4
Income taxes payable
19.6
(2.3)
(2.7)
Customer deposits
(1.4)
(4.1)
(24.9)
Accrued expenses and other liabilities
(1.4)
(9.5)
(23.4)
Net cash provided by operating activities
148.5
308.7
89.4
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Capital expenditures
(47.1)
(47.1)
(59.1)
Proceeds from disposal of fixed assets
44.4
49.4
9.9
Purchases of short-term investments
(48.4)
—
—
Liquidations of short-term investments
7.5
—
—
Acquisition, net of cash acquired
—
—
(105.3)
Other
8.8
3.8
19.7
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
(34.8)
6.1
(134.8)
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Dividends paid
(47.6)
(47.6)
(57.3)
Common stock repurchases
(36.4)
(4.2)
(3.9)
Borrowings on global committed bank facility
—
69.0
565.2
Repayments on global committed bank facility
—
(69.0)
(565.2)
Repayments on note payable
—
(32.2)
(2.7)
Other
—
(1.9)
1.0
Net cash used in financing activities
(84.0)
(85.9)
(62.9)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
(1.8)
(0.2)
(1.5)
Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
27.9
228.7
(109.8)
Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of period (1)
325.9
97.2
207.0
Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period (2)
$
353.8
$
325.9
$
97.2
Supplemental Cash Flow Information:
Income taxes paid, net of refunds received
$
47.2
$
33.1
$
(16.6)
Interest paid, net of amounts capitalized
$
23.1
$
24.0
$
26.2
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(1)
These amounts include restricted cash of $7.3, $6.8 and $6.1 as of February 23, 2024, February 24, 2023 and February 25, 2022, respectively.
(2)
These amounts include restricted cash of $7.5, $7.3 and $6.8 as of February 28, 2025, February 23, 2024 and February 24, 2023, respectively.
Restricted cash primarily represents funds held in escrow for potential future workers’ compensation and product liability claims. The restricted cash
balance is included as part of Other assets on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
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1.
NATURE OF OPERATIONS
Steelcase is a global leader in furnishing the work experience in office workplaces. Founded in 1912, we are
headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S.A. and employ approximately 11,300 employees. We operate
manufacturing and distribution center facilities in 22 principal locations. We distribute products through various
channels, including Steelcase independent and company-owned dealers in approximately 790 locations throughout
the world. We operate under the Americas and International reportable segments. See Note 20 for additional
information related to our reportable segments.
2.
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Principles of Consolidation
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Steelcase Inc. and its subsidiaries. We consolidate
entities in which we maintain a controlling interest. All intercompany transactions and balances have been
eliminated in consolidation. We also consolidate variable interest entities when appropriate.
Investments in entities where our equity ownership falls between 20% and 50%, or where we otherwise have
significant influence, are accounted for under the equity method of accounting. All other investments in
unconsolidated affiliates are accounted for under the cost method of accounting. These investments are reported as
Investments in unconsolidated affiliates on the Consolidated Balance Sheets, and income (losses) from equity
method investments and any adjustments to cost method investments are reported in Other income (expense), net
in the Consolidated Statements of Income. See Note 12 for additional information.
Fiscal Year
Our fiscal year ends on the last Friday in February, with each fiscal quarter typically including 13 weeks. The fiscal
year ended February 28, 2025 contained 53 weeks, with Q4 2025 containing 14 weeks. The fiscal years ended
February 23, 2024 and February 24, 2023 contained 52 weeks. Reference to a year relates to the fiscal year, ended
in February of the year indicated, rather than the calendar year, unless indicated by a month or specific date
reference. Additionally, Q1, Q2, Q3 and Q4 reference the first, second, third and fourth quarter, respectively, of the
fiscal year indicated. All amounts are in millions, except share and per share data, data presented as a percentage
or as otherwise indicated.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United
States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts and
disclosures in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Although these estimates are based
on historical data and management’s knowledge of current events and actions we may undertake in the future,
actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include demand bank deposits and highly liquid investment securities with an original
maturity of three months or less. Cash equivalents are reported at cost and approximate fair value. Outstanding
checks in excess of funds on deposit are classified as Accounts payable on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Our
restricted cash balance as of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024 was $7.5 and $7.3, respectively, and
consisted primarily of funds held in escrow for potential future workers’ compensation and product liability claims.
Our restricted cash balance is classified in Other assets on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
STEELCASE INC.
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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Allowances for Credit Losses
Allowances for credit losses related to accounts receivable and notes receivable are maintained at a level
considered by management to be adequate to absorb an estimate of probable future losses existing at the balance
sheet date. In estimating probable losses, we review accounts that are past due or in bankruptcy. We consider an
accounts receivable or notes receivable balance past due when payment is not received within the stated terms. We
review accounts that may have higher credit risk using information available about the debtor, such as financial
statements, news reports and published credit ratings. We also use general information regarding industry trends,
the economic environment and information gathered through our network of field-based employees. Using an
estimate of current fair market value of any applicable collateral and other credit enhancements, such as third party
guarantees, we arrive at an estimated loss for specific concerns and estimate an additional amount for the
remainder of trade balances based on historical trends and other factors previously referenced. Receivable
balances are written off when we determine the balance is uncollectible. Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited
to bad debt expense when received.
Concentrations of Credit Risk
Our trade receivables are due from independent dealers as well as direct customers. We monitor and manage the
credit risk associated with individual dealers and direct customers. Dealers are responsible for assessing and
assuming credit risk of their customers and may require their customers to provide deposits, letters of credit or other
credit enhancement measures. Some sales contracts are structured such that the customer payment or obligation is
direct to us. In those cases, we typically assume the credit risk. Whether from dealers or direct customers, our trade
credit exposures are not concentrated with any particular entity or industry.
Inventories
Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or net realizable value. The Americas segment primarily uses the last in,
first out (“LIFO”) and the first in, first out ("FIFO") methods to value its inventories. The International segment values
inventories primarily using FIFO. See Note 8 for additional information.
Property, Plant and Equipment
Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost. Major improvements that materially extend the useful lives of the
assets are capitalized. Expenditures for repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred. Depreciation
is recorded using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. See Note 9 for additional
information.
Long-lived assets such as property, plant and equipment are tested for impairment when conditions indicate that the
carrying value may not be recoverable. We evaluate several conditions, including, but not limited to, the following: a
significant decrease in the market price of an asset or an asset group; a significant adverse change in the extent or
manner in which a long-lived asset is being used, including an extended period of idleness; and a current
expectation that, more likely than not, a long-lived asset or asset group will be sold or otherwise disposed of
significantly before the end of its previously estimated useful life. We review the carrying value of our held and used
long-lived assets utilizing estimates of future undiscounted cash flows. If the carrying value of a long-lived asset is
considered impaired, an impairment charge is recorded for the amount by which the carrying value of the long-lived
asset exceeds its estimated fair value.
When assets are classified as “held for sale,” losses are recorded for the difference between the carrying amount of
the property, plant and equipment and the estimated fair value less estimated selling costs. Assets are considered
“held for sale” when there is an active program to locate a buyer, and the asset is available for immediate sale in its
present condition and is expected to be sold within twelve months.
STEELCASE INC.
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued)
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Cloud Computing Arrangements
We capitalize implementation costs of a cloud computing arrangement with a useful life greater than one year
consistent with the capitalization criteria used for internal-use software. Costs incurred during the application-
development phase, subject to certain exceptions, are capitalized after the preliminary project phase is completed
and management commits to funding the project. Capitalized costs include fees paid to consultants to implement
the software, payroll and payroll-related costs of employees to the extent of the time spent directly on the project
and interest costs, if appropriate. Capitalized costs are recorded to Prepaid expenses and Other assets on the
Consolidated Balance Sheets and within Net cash provided by operating activities on the Consolidated Statements
of Cash Flows.
Capitalization of costs ceases at the point when the software associated with the cloud computing arrangement is
ready for its intended use. Subsequent enhancements or upgrades are capitalized only to the extent that they add
significant new functionality, and maintenance costs are expensed as incurred. Amortization of capitalized costs is
recorded over the initial term of the related cloud computing arrangement, including renewal periods that are
reasonably certain to be exercised.
In Q3 2024, we entered the application-development phase of a multi-year, phased implementation of a new
enterprise resource planning ("ERP") system which is expected to replace our current ERP system and various
other supporting systems for operating and financial processes. As of February 28, 2025, we have capitalized $59.1
of costs related to development activities incurred in the implementation of the new ERP system. Capitalized costs
associated with other cloud computing arrangements were immaterial as of February 28, 2025 and February 23,
2024.
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
Goodwill represents the difference between the purchase price and the related underlying tangible and identifiable
intangible net asset fair values resulting from business acquisitions. We evaluate goodwill for impairment annually in
Q4, or earlier if conditions indicate there may be potential for impairment, such as significant adverse changes in
business climate or operating results, changes in our strategy, significant declines in our stock price or other
triggering events. Goodwill is assigned to and the fair value is tested at the reporting unit level. We compare the fair
value of each reporting unit to its carrying value. If the fair value of the reporting unit exceeds the carrying value,
goodwill is not impaired, and no further testing is required. If the fair value of the reporting unit is less than the
carrying value, the difference is recorded as an impairment charge. We estimate the fair value of our reporting units
using the income approach, which calculates the fair value of each reporting unit based on the present value of its
estimated future cash flows. Cash flow projections are based on management's estimates of revenue growth rates
and operating margins, taking into consideration industry and market conditions. The discount rates used are based
on the estimated weighted-average cost of capital adjusted for the relevant risk associated with business-specific
characteristics and the uncertainty related to the reporting units' ability to execute on the projected cash flows. We
corroborate the results determined using the income approach with a market-based approach that uses observable
and comparable company information to support the appropriateness of the fair value estimates. The estimation of
the fair value of our reporting units represents a Level 3 measurement.
In 2025 and 2024, we evaluated goodwill and intangible assets using nine reporting units: the Americas, EMEA,
Asia Pacific, Designtex, AMQ, Smith System, Orangebox U.K., Viccarbe and HALCON. See Note 11 for additional
information.
Other intangible assets subject to amortization consist primarily of dealer relationships, trademarks, know-how/
designs and proprietary technology and are amortized over their estimated useful economic lives using the straight-
line method. Other intangible assets not subject to amortization are accounted for and evaluated for potential
impairment using an income approach based on the cash flows attributable to the related products. See Note 11 for
additional information.
STEELCASE INC.
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued)
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Supplier Finance Program
We participate in a supplier finance program in Spain offered by a third-party financial institution. The program
allows participating suppliers the ability to finance our payment obligations prior to their scheduled due dates at a
discounted price set by the financial institution. We have extended payment terms with suppliers that have
voluntarily chosen to participate in the program. The outstanding amount of program obligations is reported in
Accounts payable on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Below is a roll-forward of the supplier finance program obligations during 2025:
Roll-Forward of Outstanding Supplier Finance Program Obligations
Year Ended
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Balance as of beginning of period
$
0.1 $
0.5
Recognition of new obligations
5.1
8.0
Reductions for settled obligations
(4.6)
(8.4)
Balance as of end of period
$
0.6 $
0.1
Contingencies
Loss contingencies are accrued if the loss is probable and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated.
Legal costs associated with potential loss contingencies are expensed as incurred. We are involved in litigation from
time to time in the ordinary course of our business. Based on known information, we do not believe we are party to
any lawsuit or proceeding, individually and in the aggregate, that is likely to have a material adverse impact on the
consolidated financial statements.
Self-Insurance
We are self-insured for certain losses relating to domestic workers’ compensation and product liability claims. We
purchase insurance coverage to reduce our exposure to significant levels of uncertainty for these claims. Self-
insured losses are accrued based upon estimates of the aggregate liability for uninsured claims incurred as of the
balance sheet date using current and historical claims experience and actuarial assumptions. These estimates are
subject to uncertainty due to a variety of factors, including extended lag times in the reporting and resolution of
claims, trends or changes in claim settlement patterns, insurance industry practices and legal interpretations. As a
result, actual costs could differ from the estimated amounts. Adjustments to estimated reserves are recorded in the
period in which the change in estimate occurs.
Net Reserve for Estimated Domestic Workers' Compensation Claims
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Assets:
Long-term - Other assets
$
1.6 $
1.7
Liabilities:
Current - Other current liabilities
1.7
1.3
Long-term - Other long-term liabilities
4.2
5.2
5.9
6.5
Net reserve
$
4.3 $
4.8
The Other assets balance represents the portion of claims expected to be paid by a third party insurance provider.
STEELCASE INC.
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued)
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Net Reserve for Estimated Product Liability Claims
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Assets:
Long-term - Other assets
$
0.2 $
0.3
Liabilities:
Current - Other current liabilities
0.2
0.2
Long-term - Other long-term liabilities
0.8
1.0
1.0
1.2
Net reserve
$
0.8 $
0.9
The Other assets balance represents the portion of claims expected to be paid by a third party insurance provider.
Product Warranties
We offer warranties ranging from three years to lifetime for most of our products, subject to certain exceptions.
These warranties provide for the free repair or replacement of any covered product, part or component that fails
during normal use because of a defect in materials or workmanship. The accrued liability for product warranties is
based on an estimated amount needed to cover product warranty costs, including product recall and retrofit costs,
incurred as of the balance sheet date.
We use an actuarial model to estimate our product warranty liability using actual paid claims over at least ten years
and other actuarial assumptions, which provide a basis for expected future losses using actuarial assumptions.
These estimates are subject to uncertainty due to a variety of factors, including changes in claim rates and patterns.
As a result, actual costs could differ significantly from the estimated amounts. Adjustments to estimated reserves
are recorded in the period in which the change in estimate occurs. Accruals related to product warranties, recalls,
retrofits and changes in claims experience or trends that impact our estimated product warranty liability are
recorded to Cost of sales.
Roll-Forward of Accrued Liability for Product Warranties
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Balance as of beginning of period
$
33.7 $
28.6
Accruals related to product warranties, recalls and retrofits
23.3
28.5
Reductions for settlements
(24.4)
(23.5)
Currency translation adjustments
(0.1)
0.1
Balance as of end of period
$
32.5 $
33.7
Our reserve for estimated settlements expected to be paid beyond one year was $17.3 as of February 28, 2025 and
February 23, 2024 and is included in Other long-term liabilities on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Pension and Other Post-Retirement Benefits
We sponsor a number of domestic and foreign plans to provide pension benefits and medical and life insurance
benefits to retired employees. We measure the net over-funded or under-funded positions of our defined benefit
pension plans and post-retirement benefit plans as of the end of each fiscal year and display that position as an
asset or liability on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Any unrecognized prior service credit (cost) or actuarial gains
(losses) are reported, net of tax, as a component of Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in
shareholders’ equity. See Note 14 for additional information.
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Environmental Matters
Environmental expenditures related to current operations are expensed as incurred. Expenditures related to an
existing condition allegedly caused by past operations, and not associated with current or future revenue
generation, are typically recognized upon completion of a feasibility study or our commitment to a formal plan of
action. Liabilities are recorded on a discounted basis when site-specific plans indicate the amount and timing of
cash payments which are fixed and reliably determinable. We have ongoing monitoring and identification processes
to assess how known exposures are progressing against the accrued cost estimates, as well as processes to
identify other potential exposures.
Environmental Contingencies
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Current - Other current liabilities
$
1.8 $
0.6
Long-term - Other long-term liabilities
3.1
2.3
Total environmental contingencies (discounted)
$
4.9 $
2.9
As of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024, environmental liabilities were discounted using a rate of 3.5%
when the amount and timing of cash payments are fixed and reliably determinable, and our undiscounted liabilities
were $4.9 and $3.1, respectively. Based on our ongoing evaluation of these matters, we believe we have accrued
sufficient reserves to cover the costs of all known environmental assessments and the remediation costs of all
known sites.
Asset Retirement Obligations
We record all known asset retirement obligations for which the liability’s fair value can be reasonably estimated. We
also have known conditional asset retirement obligations that are not reasonably estimable due to insufficient
information about the timing and method of settlement of the obligation. Accordingly, these obligations have not
been recorded in the consolidated financial statements. A liability for these obligations will be recorded in the period
when sufficient information regarding timing and method of settlement becomes available to make a reasonable
estimate of the liability’s fair value. In addition, there may be conditional asset retirement obligations we have not yet
discovered, and therefore, these obligations also have not been included in the consolidated financial statements.
Revenue Recognition
Our revenue consists substantially of product sales and related service revenue. Product sales are reported net of
discounts and are recognized when control, consisting of the rights and obligations associated with the sale, passes
to the purchaser. For sales to our dealers, this typically occurs when product is shipped from our manufacturing or
distribution facilities. In cases where we sell directly to customers, control is typically transferred upon delivery to the
customer and, in some cases, following installation and acceptance by the customer. Service revenue is recognized
when the services have been rendered. We account for shipping and handling activities as fulfillment activities even
if those activities are performed after the control of the product has been transferred. We expense shipping and
handling costs at the time revenue is recognized. Revenue does not include sales tax or any other taxes assessed
by a governmental authority that are imposed on and concurrent with a specific sale, such as use, excise, value-
added and franchise taxes (collectively referred to as "consumption taxes"). We consider ourselves a pass-through
entity for collecting and remitting these consumption taxes.
Cost of Sales
Cost of sales includes material, labor, freight and overhead incurred directly related to the procurement,
manufacturing and delivery of our products. Included within these categories are such items as employee
compensation expense, logistics costs (including shipping and handling costs), facilities expense, depreciation,
contract labor costs and warranty expense.
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Operating Expenses
Operating expenses include selling, general and administrative expenses not directly related to the procurement,
manufacturing and delivery of our products. Included in these expenses are items such as employee compensation
expense, facilities expense, depreciation, research and development expense, royalty expense, information
technology services, professional services and travel and entertainment expense.
Research and Development Expenses
Research and development expenses, which we define as expenses related to the investigative activities we
conduct to lead to the development of new products and to improve existing products and procedures, are
expensed as incurred and were $50.4 for 2025, $48.2 for 2024 and $44.4 for 2023.
Income Taxes
Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the estimated future tax consequences attributable to
temporary differences between the carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities recorded in the consolidated
financial statements and their respective tax bases. These deferred income tax assets and liabilities are measured
using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which the temporary differences are
expected to reverse. The effect of a change in tax rates on deferred income tax assets and liabilities is recognized in
the Consolidated Statements of Income in the period that includes the enactment date.
We establish valuation allowances against deferred tax assets when it is more likely than not that all or a portion of
the deferred tax assets will not be realized. All evidence, both positive and negative, is identified and considered in
making the determination. Future realization of the existing deferred tax asset depends, in part, on the existence of
sufficient taxable income of appropriate character within the carryforward period available under tax law applicable
in the jurisdiction in which the related deferred tax assets were generated.
We have net operating loss carryforwards available in certain jurisdictions to reduce future taxable income. Future
tax benefits associated with net operating loss carryforwards are recognized to the extent that realization of these
benefits is considered more likely than not. This determination is based on the expectation that related operations
will be sufficiently profitable or various tax, business and other planning strategies will enable us to utilize the net
operating loss carryforwards within the carryforward period. In making this determination, we consider all available
positive and negative evidence. To the extent that available evidence raises doubt about the realization of a
deferred income tax asset, a valuation allowance is established.
We record reserves for uncertain tax positions except to the extent it is more likely than not that the tax position will
be sustained on audit, based on the technical merits of the position. Periodic changes in reserves for uncertain tax
positions are reflected in the provision for income taxes. See Note 16 for additional information.
Share-Based Compensation
Our share-based compensation consists of restricted stock units and performance units. Our policy is to expense
share-based compensation using the fair-value based method of accounting for all awards granted, modified or
settled. Restricted stock units and performance units are credited to shareholders' equity as they are expensed over
the related service periods based on the grant date fair value of the shares expected to be issued and the
achievement of certain performance conditions, respectively. See Note 17 for additional information.
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Leases
We have operating leases for corporate offices, sales offices, showrooms, manufacturing and distribution facilities,
vehicles and equipment. We record a right-of-use asset and corresponding lease liability for operating leases with
terms greater than one year. Lease terms utilized in determining right-of-use assets and lease liabilities include the
noncancellable portion of the underlying leases along with any reasonably certain lease periods associated with
available renewal periods. Our leases do not contain any residual value guarantees or material restrictive
covenants. As most of our leases do not provide an implicit discount rate, we use an estimated incremental
borrowing rate based on the information available at the lease commencement date in determining the present
value of the lease payments. The estimated incremental borrowing rate represents the estimated rate of interest we
would have had to pay to borrow (on a collateralized basis) an amount equal to the lease payments for a similar
period of time.
We do not separate non-lease components of a contract from the lease components to which they relate for all
classes of lease assets except for embedded leases, which were immaterial in 2025. See Note 18 for additional
information.
Financial Instruments
The carrying amounts of our financial instruments, consisting of cash and cash equivalents, accounts and notes
receivable, accounts payable and certain other liabilities, approximate their fair value due to their relatively short
maturities. Our short-term investments, long-term investment, foreign exchange forward contracts and contingent
earnout liability are measured at fair value on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Our total debt is carried at cost and
was $447.1 and $446.3 as of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024, respectively. The fair value of our total debt
is measured using a discounted cash flow analysis based on current market interest rates for similar types of
instruments and was approximately $432.8 and $423.0 as of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024,
respectively. The estimation of the fair value of our total debt is based on Level 2 fair value measurements. See
Note 7 and Note 13 for additional information.
We may use derivative financial instruments to manage exposures to movements in interest rates and foreign
exchange rates. The use of these financial instruments modifies the exposure of these risks with the intention to
reduce our risk of volatility. We do not use derivatives for speculative or trading purposes.
We evaluate contractual obligations to transfer additional cash to the sellers of companies we acquire as either a
compensation arrangement or contingent consideration. We evaluate these obligations based on the terms and
duration of continuing employment of the sellers post-acquisition, the linkage to the underlying valuation of the
acquired company and the obligations taken in the context of other contracts or agreements. Compensation
arrangements are recorded in Operating expenses as services are rendered post-acquisition. Contingent
consideration obligations are recorded at fair value as of the acquisition dates. At each subsequent reporting date,
changes in the fair value of the liabilities are recorded to Operating expenses until the liabilities are settled. See
Note 7 for additional information.
Foreign Currency
For most foreign operations, local currencies are considered the functional currencies. We translate assets and
liabilities of our foreign subsidiaries to their U.S. dollar equivalents at exchange rates in effect as of the balance
sheet date. Translation adjustments are not included in determining net income but are recorded in Accumulated
other comprehensive income (loss) on the Consolidated Balance Sheets unless and until a sale or a substantially
complete liquidation of the net investment in the international subsidiary takes place. We translate Consolidated
Statements of Income accounts at average exchange rates for the applicable period.
Foreign currency transaction gains and losses, net of derivative impacts, arising primarily from changes in exchange
rates on foreign currency denominated intercompany loans and other intercompany transactions and balances
between foreign locations, are recorded in Other income (expense), net in the Consolidated Statements of Income.
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Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
A portion of our revenue and earnings is exposed to changes in foreign exchange rates. We seek to manage our
foreign exchange risk largely through operational means, including matching revenues with same currency costs
and assets with same currency liabilities. Foreign exchange risk is also partially managed through the use of
derivative instruments. Foreign exchange forward contracts serve to reduce the risk of conversion or
remeasurement of certain foreign denominated transactions, assets and liabilities. We primarily use derivatives for
intercompany transactions (including loans) and certain forecasted currency flows from foreign-denominated
transactions. The foreign exchange forward contracts primarily relate to the Mexican peso, the euro, the United
Kingdom ("U.K.") pound sterling, the Canadian dollar, the Australian dollar, the Malaysian ringgit and the Chinese
renminbi. See Note 7 for additional information.
Assets and liabilities related to foreign exchange forward contracts as of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024
are summarized below:
Net Fair Value of Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Assets:
Current - Other current assets
$
0.8 $
0.7
Long-term - Other assets
—
0.1
Liabilities:
Current - Other current liabilities
(1.4)
(0.5)
Total net fair value of foreign exchange forward contracts (1)
$
(0.6) $
0.3
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(1)
The notional amounts of the outstanding foreign exchange forward contracts were $90.7 as of February 28,
2025 and $94.0 as of February 23, 2024.
Net gains (losses) recognized from settled foreign exchange forward contracts in 2025, 2024 and 2023 are
summarized below:
Gain (Loss) Recognized in Consolidated Statements of Income
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Cost of sales
$
(2.2) $
3.4 $
2.6
Operating expenses
(0.5)
0.9
0.6
Other income (expense), net
0.7
(0.5)
(1.1)
Total net gain (loss)
$
(2.0) $
3.8 $
2.1
The net gains or losses recognized from foreign exchange forward instruments in Other income (expense), net are
largely offset by related foreign currency gains or losses on our intercompany loans and intercompany accounts
payable.
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3.
NEW ACCOUNTING STANDARDS
We evaluate all Accounting Standards Updates ("ASUs") issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board
("FASB") for consideration of their applicability to our consolidated financial statements. We have assessed all ASUs
issued but not yet adopted and concluded that those not disclosed are either not applicable to us or are not
expected to have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.
Adoption of New Accounting Standards
In 2025, we adopted ASU No. 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280) - Improvements to Reportable Segment
Disclosures, which is intended to improve disclosures related to significant segment expenses and the information
used by the chief operating decision maker ("CODM") to assess segment performance and to allocate resources.
We adopted this guidance on a retrospective basis, which modified our annual disclosures beginning in 2025 but did
not have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements. See Note 20 to the consolidated financial
statements for additional information.
Accounting Standards Issued But Not Yet Adopted
In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU No. 2024-03, Income Statement (Subtopic 220-40) - Reporting
Comprehensive Income - Expense Disaggregation Disclosures, which is intended to improve disclosures through
disaggregation of certain commonly presented expense captions. The guidance is effective for annual reporting
periods beginning after December 15, 2026 and interim reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2027, which
was clarified in ASU 2025-01. We expect the adoption of this guidance will modify our disclosures, but we do not
expect it to have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU No. 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740) - Improvements to Income Tax
Disclosures, which is intended to improve income tax disclosures, specifically related to additional detail required in
the effective tax rate reconciliation and the disaggregation of income taxes paid. The guidance is effective for fiscal
years beginning after December 15, 2024. We expect the adoption of this guidance will modify our disclosures, but
we do not expect it to have a material effect on our consolidated financial statements.
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4.
REVENUE
Disaggregation of Revenue
The following table provides information about disaggregated revenue by product category for each of our
reportable segments:
Product Category Data
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Americas
Desking, benching, systems and storage
$
1,108.3 $
1,059.4 $
1,089.7
Seating
662.5
643.6
692.4
Other (1)
694.4
716.8
654.1
International
Desking, benching, systems and storage
232.6
255.6
262.5
Seating
272.0
261.8
290.0
Other (1)
196.2
222.4
243.9
$
3,166.0 $
3,159.6 $
3,232.6
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(1)
The other product category data by segment consists primarily of third-party products, textiles and surface
materials, worktools, architecture and other uncategorized product lines and services, less promotions and
incentives on all product categories.
Reportable geographic information is as follows:
Reportable Geographic Revenue
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
United States
$ 2,292.2 $ 2,249.0 $
2,258.7
Foreign locations
873.8
910.6
973.9
$ 3,166.0 $ 3,159.6 $
3,232.6
No individual country in the International segment represented more than 5% of our consolidated revenue in 2025,
2024 or 2023.
No single customer represented more than 5% of our consolidated revenue in 2025, 2024 or 2023.
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Contract Balances
At times, we receive payments from customers before revenue is recognized, resulting in the recognition of a
contract liability (Customer deposits) presented on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Below is a roll-forward of the Customer deposits balance during 2025 and 2024:
Roll-Forward of Contract Liability for Customer Deposits
Customer
Deposits
Balance as of February 24, 2023
$
50.8
Recognition of revenue related to beginning of year customer deposits
(48.3)
Customer deposits received, net of revenue recognized during the period
44.3
Other (1)
(2.0)
Balance as of February 23, 2024
$
44.8
Recognition of revenue related to beginning of year customer deposits
(41.8)
Customer deposits received, net of revenue recognized during the period
40.0
Balance as of February 28, 2025
$
43.0
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(1)
Represents customer deposits transferred in the divestiture of a consolidated dealer.
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5.
EARNINGS PER SHARE
Earnings per share is computed using the two-class method. The two-class method determines earnings per share
for each class of common stock and participating securities according to dividends or dividend equivalents and their
respective participation rights in undistributed earnings. Participating securities represent restricted stock units in
which the participants have non-forfeitable rights to dividend equivalents during the performance period. Diluted
earnings per share includes the effects of certain performance units in which the participants have forfeitable rights
to dividend equivalents during the performance period.
Computation of Earnings Per Share
Year Ended February 28, 2025
Net Income
Basic Shares
(in millions)
Diluted Shares
(in millions)
Amounts used in calculating earnings per share
$
120.7
117.9
118.9
Impact of participating securities
(4.0)
(3.9)
(3.9)
Amounts used in calculating earnings per share, excluding participating
securities
$
116.7
114.0
115.0
Earnings per share
$
1.02 $
1.02
Computation of Earnings Per Share
Year Ended February 23, 2024
Net Income
Basic Shares
(in millions)
Diluted Shares
(in millions)
Amounts used in calculating earnings per share
$
81.1
118.6
119.1
Impact of participating securities
(3.1)
(4.6)
(4.6)
Amounts used in calculating earnings per share, excluding participating
securities
$
78.0
114.0
114.5
Earnings per share
$
0.68 $
0.68
Computation of Earnings Per Share
Year Ended February 24, 2023
Net Income
Basic Shares
(in millions)
Diluted Shares
(in millions)
Amounts used in calculating earnings per share
$
35.3
117.1
117.5
Impact of participating securities
(1.3)
(4.3)
(4.3)
Amounts used in calculating earnings per share, excluding participating
securities
$
34.0
112.8
113.2
Earnings per share
$
0.30 $
0.30
There were no anti-dilutive performance units excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share for 2025,
2024 and 2023.
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6.
ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
The following table summarizes the changes in accumulated balances of other comprehensive income (loss) during
2025 and 2024:
Unrealized
gain (loss) on
investment
Pension and
other post-
retirement
liability
adjustments
Derivative
amortization
Foreign
currency
translation
adjustments
Total
Balance as of February 24, 2023
$
(0.1) $
9.3 $
(5.7) $
(76.0) $ (72.5)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before
reclassifications
0.5
(1.7)
—
7.5
6.3
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other
comprehensive income (loss)
—
(1.7)
1.0
—
(0.7)
Net other comprehensive income (loss) during period
0.5
(3.4)
1.0
7.5
5.6
Balance as of February 23, 2024
$
0.4 $
5.9 $
(4.7) $
(68.5) $ (66.9)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before
reclassifications
0.6
(1.0)
—
(7.4)
(7.8)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other
comprehensive income (loss) (1)
—
10.3
0.9
—
11.2
Net other comprehensive income (loss) during period
0.6
9.3
0.9
(7.4)
3.4
Balance as of February 28, 2025
$
1.0 $
15.2 $
(3.8) $
(75.9) $ (63.5)
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(1)
Pension and other post-retirement liability adjustments include an $11.8 settlement charge, net of tax, related
to the annuitization of our defined benefit pension plan in the U.K. See Note 14 to the consolidated financial
statements for additional information.
The following table provides details about reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
during 2025 and 2024:
Detail of Accumulated Other Comprehensive
Income (Loss) Components
Amounts Reclassified from
Accumulated Other Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Affected Line in the Consolidated
Statements of Income
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Amortization of pension and other post-
retirement actuarial losses (gains) (1)
$
12.4 $
(2.3) Other income (expense), net
Prior service cost
0.8
— Other income (expense), net
Income tax expense (benefit) (1)
(2.9)
0.6 Income tax expense
10.3
(1.7)
Derivative amortization
1.3
1.3 Interest expense
Income tax benefit
(0.4)
(0.3) Income tax expense
0.9
1.0
Total reclassifications
$
11.2 $
(0.7)
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(1)
Amortization of pension and other post-retirement actuarial losses (gains) includes a $15.2 non-cash pension
settlement charge in Other income (expense), net and a $3.4 discrete tax benefit in Income tax expense
related to the annuitization of our U.K. defined benefit pension plan. See Note 14 to the consolidated financial
statements for additional information.
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7.
FAIR VALUE
Fair value measurements are classified under the following hierarchy:
•
Level 1 — Inputs based on quoted market prices for identical assets or liabilities in active markets at the
measurement date.
•
Level 2 — Inputs based on quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets; quoted prices for identical
or similar instruments in markets that are not active; and model-derived valuations in which all significant
inputs or significant value-drivers are observable in active markets.
•
Level 3 — Inputs reflect management’s best estimate of what market participants would use to price the asset
or liability at the measurement date in model-driven valuations. The inputs are unobservable in the market
and significant to the instrument’s valuation.
Fair value measurements are classified according to the lowest level input or value-driver that is significant to the
valuation. A measurement may therefore be classified within Level 3 even though there may be other significant
inputs that are readily observable.
Assets and liabilities measured at fair value within our Consolidated Balance Sheets as of February 28, 2025 and
February 23, 2024 are summarized below:
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
February 28, 2025
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$
346.3 $
— $
— $
346.3
Restricted cash
7.5
—
—
7.5
Managed investment portfolio and other investments
Corporate debt securities - domestic
—
18.0
—
18.0
Corporate debt securities - foreign
—
5.7
—
5.7
Asset-backed securities
—
8.6
—
8.6
U.S. government debt securities
9.3
—
—
9.3
Foreign exchange forward contracts
—
0.8
—
0.8
Auction rate security
—
—
2.8
2.8
$
363.1 $
33.1 $
2.8 $
399.0
Liabilities:
Foreign exchange forward contracts
$
— $
(1.4) $
— $
(1.4)
$
— $
(1.4) $
— $
(1.4)
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
February 23, 2024
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$
318.6 $
— $
— $
318.6
Restricted cash
7.3
—
—
7.3
Foreign exchange forward contracts
—
0.8
—
0.8
Auction rate security
—
—
2.8
2.8
$
325.9 $
0.8 $
2.8 $
329.5
Liabilities:
Foreign exchange forward contracts
$
— $
(0.5) $
— $
(0.5)
$
— $
(0.5) $
— $
(0.5)
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Managed Investment Portfolio and Other Investments
Starting in 2025, we invested in a managed investment portfolio which consists of corporate debt securities, asset-
backed securities and U.S. government debt securities. These investments are considered available-for-sale and
are classified as Short-term investments on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. As of February 28, 2025, the fair
value of our Short-term investments was $41.6. We have instructed our investment manager to operate under a
mandate to keep the average duration of investments under two years. Fair values for these investments are based
upon valuations for identical or similar instruments in active markets, with the resulting net unrealized holding gains
or losses reflected net of tax as a component of Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) on the
Consolidated Balance Sheets. The cost basis for these investments, determined using the specific identification
method, was $41.0 and unrealized gains were $0.6 as of February 28, 2025. Of our total short-term investments,
$7.7 mature within one year and $33.9 mature after one year to five years.
Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
We occasionally enter into forward contracts to reduce the impact of foreign currency fluctuations on foreign-
denominated transactions, assets and liabilities. We primarily use derivatives for intercompany transactions
(including loans) and certain forecasted currency flows from foreign-denominated transactions. The fair value of
foreign exchange forward contracts is based on a valuation model that calculates the differential between the
contract price and the market-based forward rate as of the balance sheet date.
Level 3 Fair Value Measurements
Below is a roll-forward of assets and liabilities measured at estimated fair value using Level 3 inputs during 2025
and 2024:
Roll-Forward of Fair Value Using Level 3 Inputs
Auction Rate
Security - Other
Assets
Contingent
Consideration -
Other Long-
Term Liabilities
Balance as of February 24, 2023
$
2.1 $
9.5
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments
0.7
—
Change in estimated fair value
—
(9.5)
Balance as of February 23, 2024
$
2.8 $
—
Unrealized gain (loss) on investment
—
—
Change in estimated fair value
—
—
Balance as of February 28, 2025
$
2.8 $
—
There were no other-than-temporary impairments or transfers into or out of Level 3 during either 2025 or 2024. Our
policy is to value any transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy based on end of period fair values.
Auction Rate Security
As of February 28, 2025, we held an auction rate security (“ARS”) investment with a total par value of $3.2 and a
fair value of $2.8. The difference between par value and fair value is comprised of other-than-temporary impairment
losses recorded in previous fiscal years and unrealized gains on our ARS investment of $0.9 and $0.5, respectively.
The unrealized gains are due to changes in interest rates and are expected to fluctuate over the contractual term of
the investment. Unrealized gains and losses are recorded in Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) on
the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
The ARS investment is not widely traded and therefore does not currently have a readily determinable market value.
To estimate fair value, we used an internally-developed discounted cash flow analysis which considers, amongst
other factors: (i) the credit ratings of the ARS, (ii) the credit quality of the underlying securities or the credit ratings of
issuers, (iii) the estimated timing and amount of cash flows, (iv) the formula applicable to the security which defines
the penalty interest rate and (v) discount rates equal to the sum of (a) the yield on U.S. Treasury securities with a
term through the estimated workout date plus (b) a risk premium based on similarly rated observable securities.
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A deterioration in market conditions or the use of different assumptions could result in a different valuation of the
investment. An increase to the discount rate of 100 basis points would reduce the estimated fair value of our ARS
investment by approximately $0.3.
Contingent Consideration
In connection with the acquisition of Viccarbe Habitat, S.L ("Viccarbe") in Q3 2022, up to an additional $13.6 (or
€13.0) was payable to the sellers based upon the achievement of certain revenue and operating income targets
over a three-year period which ended in 2025. This amount was considered to be contingent consideration and was
treated for accounting purposes as part of the total purchase price of the acquisition. We used the Monte Carlo
simulation model to calculate the fair value of the contingent consideration as of the acquisition date, which
represents a Level 3 measurement. At each subsequent reporting date, changes in the fair value of the liability are
recorded to Operating expenses until the liability is settled. As of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024, the fair
value of the contingent consideration was $0.0 based upon the results of the Viccarbe business over the earnout
period.
8.
INVENTORIES
Inventories, net
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Raw materials and work-in-process
$
166.8 $
164.5
Finished goods
108.1
95.9
274.9
260.4
Revaluation to LIFO
(29.2)
(29.4)
$
245.7 $
231.0
The portion of inventories determined by the LIFO method aggregated to $118.2 and $111.7 as of February 28,
2025 and February 23, 2024, respectively.
9.
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
Property, Plant and Equipment
Estimated
Useful Lives
(Years)
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Land
$
31.1 $
33.8
Machinery and equipment
3 – 15
744.4
759.0
Buildings and improvements
10 – 40
414.9
413.4
Leasehold improvements
3 – 15
90.2
86.9
Capitalized software
3 – 10
82.5
83.3
Furniture and fixtures
5 – 8
68.1
65.5
Construction in progress
29.7
30.2
1,460.9
1,472.1
Accumulated depreciation
(1,132.8)
(1,119.2)
$
328.1 $
352.9
The majority of the net book value of our property, plant and equipment relates to machinery and equipment and
buildings and improvements. As of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024, the net book value of our machinery
and equipment totaled $132.4 and $141.6, respectively, and buildings and improvements totaled $86.8 and $92.1,
respectively. Depreciation expense on property, plant and equipment was $63.3, $66.0 and $67.0 for 2025, 2024
and 2023, respectively. We recorded net gains on the sales of property, plant and equipment of $41.0, $10.9 and
$12.9 for 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively, which were included in Operating expenses in the Consolidated
Statements of Income. The estimated cost to complete construction in progress was $32.6 and $32.2 as of
February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024, respectively.
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10.
COMPANY-OWNED LIFE INSURANCE
Our investments in COLI policies are recorded at their net cash surrender value.
Our investments in COLI are intended to be utilized as a long-term funding source for post-retirement medical
benefits, deferred compensation and defined benefit pension plan obligations. The designation of our COLI
investments as funding sources for our long-term benefit plan obligations does not result in these investments
representing a committed funding source for these obligations. We can designate any portion of them to another
purpose at any time.
The net returns in cash surrender value, normal insurance expenses and any maturity benefits related to our
investments in COLI policies ("COLI income") are recorded in Operating expenses in the Consolidated Statements
of Income. COLI income is intended to offset the expense associated with long-term benefit plan obligations which
are also recorded in Operating expenses in the Consolidated Statements of Income. COLI income totaled $9.7,
$10.5 and $0.8 in 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
The balances of our COLI investments as of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024 were as follows:
Type
Ability to Choose
Investments
Net Return
Target Asset
Allocation as of
February 28, 2025
Net Cash Surrender Value
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Whole life
COLI policies
No ability
A rate of return
set periodically
by the
insurance
companies
Not applicable
$
106.0 $
106.9
Variable life
COLI policies
Can allocate
across a set of
choices provided
by the insurance
companies
Fluctuates
depending on
performance of
underlying
investments
60% fixed
income; 40%
equity
64.4
60.0
$
170.4 $
166.9
11.
GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS
A summary of the changes in goodwill during 2025 and 2024, by reportable segment, is as follows:
Goodwill
Americas
International
Total
Balance as of February 24, 2023
$
268.3 $
8.5 $
276.8
Goodwill on divestiture (1)
(2.5)
—
(2.5)
Currency translation adjustments
0.3
0.2
0.5
Goodwill
292.7
303.6
596.3
Accumulated impairment losses
(26.6)
(294.9)
(321.5)
Balance as of February 23, 2024
$
266.1 $
8.7 $
274.8
Currency translation adjustments
(1.0)
(0.3)
(1.3)
Goodwill
291.7
303.3
595.0
Accumulated impairment losses
(26.6)
(294.9)
(321.5)
Balance as of February 28, 2025
$
265.1 $
8.4 $
273.5
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(1)
In 2024, we sold a consolidated dealer, resulting in a decrease to goodwill in the Americas segment.
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We evaluate goodwill for impairment annually in Q4, or earlier if there is a triggering event that indicates there may
be a potential for impairment. See Note 2 for additional information. Based on the results of our annual impairment
tests, we concluded that no goodwill impairment existed as of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024.
As of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024, other intangible assets and related accumulated amortization
consisted of the following:
Other Intangible Assets
February 28, 2025
February 23, 2024
Weighted
Average
Useful Life
(Years)
Gross
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Gross
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Intangible assets subject to
amortization:
Dealer relationships
10.8
$ 84.7 $
43.8 $ 40.9 $ 84.9 $
36.0 $ 48.9
Trademarks (1)
9.7
53.3
33.8
19.5
60.5
35.9
24.6
Know-how/designs
9.0
35.7
19.9
15.8
35.8
15.9
19.9
Proprietary technology (1)
10.0
4.0
3.3
0.7
15.4
14.3
1.1
Other (1) (2)
5.5
5.5
5.5
—
12.9
12.9
—
183.2
106.3
76.9 209.5
115.0
94.5
Intangible assets not subject to
amortization:
Trademarks and other
n/a
0.1
—
0.1
0.1
—
0.1
$ 183.3 $
106.3 $ 77.0 $ 209.6 $
115.0 $ 94.6
________________________
(1)
In 2025, we wrote off certain fully amortized assets as they were no longer in use, resulting in a decrease of
intangible assets in the Americas segment.
(2)
In 2024, we sold a consolidated dealer, resulting in a decrease of intangible assets in the Americas
In 2025, 2024 and 2023, no intangible asset impairment charges were recorded. We recorded amortization expense
on intangible assets subject to amortization of $17.4 in 2025, $17.2 in 2024 and $22.8 in 2023. Based on the current
amount of intangible assets subject to amortization, the estimated amortization expense for each of the following
five years is as follows:
Fiscal Year Ending in February
Amount
2026
$
17.1
2027
17.0
2028
13.8
2029
11.0
2030
7.5
$
66.4
Future events, such as acquisitions, divestitures or impairments, may cause these amounts to vary.
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12.
INVESTMENTS IN UNCONSOLIDATED AFFILIATES
We occasionally enter into joint ventures and other equity investments to expand or maintain our geographic
presence, support our distribution network or invest in new business ventures, complementary products and
services. Our investments in unconsolidated affiliates and related direct ownership interests are summarized below:
Investments in Unconsolidated Affiliates
February 28, 2025
February 23, 2024
Investment
Balance
Ownership
Interest
Investment
Balance
Ownership
Interest
Equity method investments
Dealer relationships
$
33.4 25%-40%
$
36.1 25%-40%
Manufacturing joint venture
9.9 49%
9.6 49%
43.3
45.7
Cost method investments
Dealer relationship
5.8 Less than 10%
5.8 Less than 10%
Other
4.2 Less than 10%
4.2 Less than 10%
10.0
10.0
Total investments in unconsolidated affiliates
$
53.3
$
55.7
Our equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates is recorded in Other income (expense), net in the Consolidated
Statements of Income and is summarized below:
Equity in Earnings of Unconsolidated Affiliates
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Dealer relationships
$
7.6 $
11.8 $
9.7
Manufacturing joint venture
1.6
1.7
2.7
IDEO and other
—
—
0.1
Total equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates
$
9.2 $
13.5 $
12.5
Dealer Relationships
We have occasionally invested in dealers to expand or maintain our geographic presence and support our
distribution network.
Manufacturing Joint Ventures
We have occasionally entered into manufacturing joint ventures to expand or maintain our geographic presence.
Our only current manufacturing joint venture is Steelcase Jeraisy Company Limited, which is located in the Kingdom
of Saudi Arabia and is engaged in the manufacturing of wood and metal office furniture systems, seating,
accessories and related products for the Kingdom.
IDEO
IDEO LP is an innovation and design firm that uses a human-centered, design-based approach to generate new
offerings and build new capabilities for its customers. In Q2 2023, we divested our remaining interest in IDEO.
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The following table summarizes the combined accounts of our equity method investments in unconsolidated
affiliates:
Consolidated Balance Sheets
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Total current assets
$
219.8 $
232.4
Total non-current assets
108.2
102.0
Total assets
$
328.0 $
334.4
Total current liabilities
157.0
152.7
Total long-term liabilities
29.3
44.4
Total liabilities
$
186.3 $
197.1
Statements of Income
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Revenue
$
627.8 $
710.1 $
755.3
Gross profit
155.4
165.0
174.8
Income before income tax expense
31.6
28.3
39.0
Net income
29.7
26.5
37.5
Supplemental Information
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Dividends received from unconsolidated affiliates
$
11.3 $
9.6 $
7.8
Sales to unconsolidated affiliates
265.6
247.7
259.5
Amount due from unconsolidated affiliates
26.8
19.6
22.5
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13.
LONG-TERM DEBT
Debt Obligations
Interest Rate as of
February 28, 2025
Fiscal Year
Maturity
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
U.S. dollar obligations:
Senior notes
5.125 %
2029
$
447.1 $
446.3
Notes payable (1)
2024
—
—
Other committed bank facility (2)
2024
—
—
Long-term debt
$
447.1 $
446.3
____________________
(1)
We made a balloon payment of $31.8, which repaid this note payable in 2024.
(2)
This facility related to a consolidated dealer that we sold in 2024.
The annual maturity of long-term debt for each of the following five years is as follows:
Fiscal Year Ending in February
Amount
2026
$
—
2027
—
2028
—
2029 (1)
450.0
2030
—
$
450.0
____________________
(1)
As of February 28, 2025, our senior notes due in 2029 have a principal balance of $450.0 and remaining
unamortized bond discount and debt issuance costs of $2.9, which are being amortized on a straight-line
basis over the remaining term of the notes.
Senior Notes
In 2019, we issued $450.0 of unsecured unsubordinated senior notes, due in January 2029 (“2029 Notes”). The
2029 Notes would rank equally with any other unsecured unsubordinated indebtedness, and they contain no
financial covenants. The 2029 Notes were issued at 99.213% of par value. The bond discount of $3.5 and direct
debt issuance costs of $4.0 were deferred and are being amortized over the life of the 2029 Notes. Although the
coupon rate of the 2029 Notes is 5.125%, the effective interest rate is 5.6% after taking into account the impact of
the direct debt issuance costs, a deferred loss on an interest rate lock related to the debt issuance and the bond
discount. Amortization expense related to the discount and debt issuance costs on the 2029 Notes was $0.8 in 2025
and 2024.
We may redeem some or all of the 2029 Notes at any time. The redemption price would equal the greater of: (1) the
principal amount of the notes being redeemed or (2) the present value of the remaining scheduled payments of
principal and interest discounted to the redemption date on a semi-annual basis at the comparable U.S. Treasury
rate plus 40 basis points; plus, in both cases, accrued and unpaid interest. If the notes are redeemed within 3
months of maturity, the redemption price would be equal to the principal amount of the notes being redeemed plus
accrued and unpaid interest.
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65
Global Committed Bank Facility
We have a $300.0 global committed bank facility, which expires in 2029. At our option, and subject to certain
conditions, we may increase the aggregate commitment under the facility by up to $150.0 by obtaining at least one
commitment from one of the lenders. We can use borrowings under the facility for general corporate purposes,
including friendly acquisitions. Interest on borrowings is based on the rate, as selected by us from the following
options (with all capitalized terms having the meanings provided in the credit agreement):
•
the Applicable Floating Rate Margin in effect, plus the greatest of (i) the Prime Rate, (ii) the NYFRB plus
0.5%, (iii) the Term SOFR Rate for a one-month interest period plus 1.10% or (iv) 1.00%;
•
the Applicable Term Benchmark/RFR Margin in effect plus (i) for borrowings in U.S. dollars, the Term SOFR
Rate plus 0.10%, or (ii) for borrowings in euros, the Adjusted EURIBOR Rate; or
•
in limited circumstances, the Applicable Term Benchmark/RFR Margin in effect plus the Daily Simple SOFR
Rate plus 0.10%.
The facility requires us to satisfy two financial covenants as defined in the credit agreement:
•
A maximum net leverage ratio covenant, which is measured by the ratio of (x) Indebtedness less Unrestricted
Cash to (y) trailing four fiscal quarter Adjusted EBITDA and is required to be less than 3.5:1. In the context of
certain permitted acquisitions, we have the ability, subject to certain conditions, to increase the maximum ratio
to 4.0:1 for four consecutive quarters.
•
A minimum interest coverage ratio covenant, which is measured by the ratio of (y) trailing four quarter
Adjusted EBITDA to (z) trailing four quarter Interest Expense and is required to be no less than 3.0:1.
The facility does not include any restrictions on cash dividend payments or share repurchases.
Our subsidiary Smith System Manufacturing Company guarantees all obligations under the facility, and we have
pledged 65% of the voting interests in our subsidiary Steelcase Holding SAS to secure all obligations under the
facility.
As of February 28, 2025, there were no borrowings outstanding under the facility, our ability to borrow under the
facility was not limited, and we were in compliance with all covenants under the facility. As of February 23, 2024,
there were no borrowings outstanding under the facility, there were $0.1 in letters of credit reducing our availability
and we were in compliance with all covenants under the facility.
Other Credit Facilities
As of February 28, 2025, we have unsecured uncommitted short-term credit facilities with various financial
institutions with up to $4.0 of U.S. dollar obligations and up to $19.7 of foreign currency obligations available for
working capital purposes. Interest rates are variable and determined at the time of borrowing. These credit facilities
may be changed or canceled by the banks at any time. There were no borrowings on these facilities as of February
28, 2025 or February 23, 2024.
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14.
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLAN OBLIGATIONS
Employee Benefit Plan Obligations (net)
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Defined contribution retirement plans
$
34.3 $
27.1
Post-retirement medical benefits
25.4
27.2
Defined benefit pension plans
38.4
38.9
Deferred compensation plans and agreements
52.0
49.7
$
150.1 $
142.9
Employee benefit plan assets
Long-term asset
$
0.3 $
1.5
$
0.3 $
1.5
Employee benefit plan obligations
Current portion
$
49.7 $
39.9
Long-term portion
100.7
104.5
$
150.4 $
144.4
Defined Contribution Retirement Plans
Substantially all of our U.S. employees are eligible to participate in defined contribution retirement plans, primarily
the Steelcase Inc. Retirement Plan (the “Retirement Plan”). Company contributions, including discretionary profit
sharing and 401(k) matching contributions, and employee 401(k) contributions fund the Retirement Plan. All
contributions are made to a trust which is held for the sole benefit of participants.
Total expense under all defined contribution retirement plans was $44.6 for 2025, $38.4 for 2024 and $26.1 for
2023. We expect to fund approximately $46.4 related to our defined contribution plans in 2026, including funding
related to our 2025 discretionary profit sharing contributions.
Post-Retirement Medical Benefits
We maintain post-retirement benefit plans that provide medical and life insurance benefits to certain North
American-based retirees and eligible dependents. The plans were frozen to new participants in 2003. We accrue the
cost of post-retirement benefits during the service periods of employees based on actuarial calculations for each
plan. These plans are unfunded. Our investments in COLI policies are intended to be utilized as a long-term funding
source for these benefit obligations. See Note 10 for additional information.
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67
Defined Benefit Pension Plans
Our defined benefit pension plans include various qualified foreign retirement plans as well as domestic non-
qualified supplemental retirement plans that are limited to a select group of management approved by the
Compensation Committee. The benefit plan obligations for the non-qualified supplemental retirement plans are
primarily related to the Steelcase Inc. Executive Supplemental Retirement Plan. This plan, which is unfunded, was
frozen to new participants in 2016, and the benefits were capped for existing participants. In 2023, we entered into a
contract with an insurer to annuitize our U.K. defined benefit pension plan, covering 100% of the membership in the
plan. This agreement resulted in an exchange of plan assets for an annuity that covers our future projected benefit
obligations. In 2025, all benefit obligations to the plan's participants were irrevocably transferred, which resulted in
the accelerated recognition of actuarial losses from Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) on the
Consolidated Balance Sheets.
The funded status of our defined benefit pension plans (excluding our investments in COLI policies) is as follows:
Defined Benefit Pension
Plan Obligations
February 28, 2025
February 23, 2024
Qualified
Plans
Non-qualified
Supplemental
Retirement
Plans
Qualified
Plans
Non-qualified
Supplemental
Retirement
Plans
Foreign
Foreign
Plan assets
$
0.3 $
— $
22.8 $
—
Projected benefit plan obligations
9.5
20.5
30.7
21.8
Funded status
$
(9.2) $
(20.5) $
(7.9) $
(21.8)
Long-term asset
0.3
—
1.5
—
Current liability
(0.4)
(3.8)
(0.3)
(3.3)
Long-term liability
(9.1)
(16.7)
(9.1)
(18.5)
Total benefit plan obligations
$
(9.2) $
(20.5) $
(7.9) $
(21.8)
Accumulated benefit obligation
$
6.9 $
20.5 $
28.1 $
21.8
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Summary Disclosures for Defined Benefit Pension and Post-Retirement Plans
The following tables summarize our defined benefit pension and post-retirement plans:
Defined Benefit
Pension Plans
Post-Retirement
Plans
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Change in plan assets:
Fair value of plan assets, beginning of year
$
22.8
$
22.4
$
—
$
—
Actual return on plan assets
0.7
0.7
—
—
Employer contributions
2.0
4.5
3.6
2.9
Plan participants’ contributions
—
—
1.8
1.9
Settlements/Curtailments
(21.8)
—
—
—
Currency changes
0.3
1.1
—
—
Benefits paid
(3.7)
(5.9)
(5.4)
(4.8)
Fair value of plan assets, end of year
0.3
22.8
—
—
Change in benefit obligations:
Benefit plan obligations, beginning of year
52.5
53.9
27.2
27.5
Service cost
0.6
0.6
—
0.1
Interest cost
2.0
2.4
1.4
1.4
Net actuarial loss (gain) (1)
0.5
0.2
0.5
1.2
Plan participants’ contributions
—
—
1.8
1.9
Settlements/Curtailments
(21.8)
(0.7)
—
—
Currency changes
(0.1)
1.3
(0.1)
(0.1)
Special termination benefits
—
0.3
—
—
Benefits paid
(3.7)
(5.5)
(5.4)
(4.8)
Benefit plan obligations, end of year
30.0
52.5
25.4
27.2
Funded status
$
(29.7) $
(29.7) $
(25.4) $
(27.2)
Amounts recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets:
Long-term asset
0.3
1.5
—
—
Current liability
(4.2)
(3.6)
(2.6)
(3.5)
Long-term liability
(25.8)
(27.6)
(22.8)
(23.7)
Net amount recognized
$
(29.7) $
(29.7) $
(25.4) $
(27.2)
Amounts recognized in accumulated other comprehensive
income (loss) —pretax:
Actuarial loss (gain)
$
(4.4) $
9.1
$
(12.0) $
(14.6)
Prior service cost
—
0.9
—
—
Total amounts recognized in accumulated other comprehensive
income (loss) —pretax
$
(4.4) $
10.0
$
(12.0) $
(14.6)
_________________________
(1) In 2025 and 2024, the net actuarial loss (gain) includes amounts resulting from changes in actuarial
assumptions utilized to calculate our benefit plan obligations such as weighted-average discount rates.
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Pension Plans
Post-Retirement Plans
Year Ended
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Components of expense:
Service cost
$
0.6 $
0.6 $
0.7 $
— $
0.1 $
0.1
Interest cost
2.0
2.4
1.6
1.4
1.4
1.1
Amortization of net loss (gain)
—
0.2
0.2
(2.0)
(2.5)
(1.8)
Amortization of prior year service
cost (credit)
—
—
0.5
—
—
—
Expected return on plan assets
(0.7)
(0.9)
(0.4)
—
—
—
Effect of settlement/curtailments
15.2
(0.3)
—
—
—
—
Effect of special termination benefits
—
0.3
—
—
—
—
Net expense (credit) recognized in
Consolidated Statements of Income
17.1
2.3
2.6
(0.6)
(1.0)
(0.6)
Other changes in plan assets and
benefit obligations recognized in
other comprehensive income
(loss) (pretax):
Net actuarial loss (gain)
0.5
0.4
(1.0)
0.5
1.2
(5.1)
Prior service cost
—
—
0.5
—
—
—
Amortization of gain (loss)
—
(0.2)
(0.2)
2.0
2.5
1.8
Amortization of prior year service
cost (credit)
—
—
(0.5)
—
—
—
Losses recognized as part of the
settlement/curtailments
(14.4)
—
—
—
—
—
Prior service cost recognized as a
part of settlement/curtailments
(0.8)
—
—
—
—
—
Total recognized in other
comprehensive income (loss)
(14.7)
0.2
(1.2)
2.5
3.7
(3.3)
Total recognized in net periodic
benefit cost and other
comprehensive income (loss) —
pretax
$
2.4 $
2.5 $
1.4 $
1.9 $
2.7 $
(3.9)
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Pension and Other Post-Retirement Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
(Loss) Changes
Before Tax
Amount
Tax (Expense)
Benefit
Net of
Tax Amount
Balance as of February 24, 2023
$
9.1 $
0.2 $
9.3
Net actuarial gain (loss) arising during period
(1.6)
0.4
(1.2)
Amortization of net actuarial (gain) loss included in net periodic pension
cost
(2.3)
0.6
(1.7)
Net actuarial gain (loss) during period
(3.9)
1.0
(2.9)
Foreign currency translation adjustments
(0.6)
0.1
(0.5)
Current period change
(4.5)
1.1
(3.4)
Balance as of February 23, 2024
$
4.6 $
1.3 $
5.9
Amortization of prior service cost (credit) included in net periodic pension
cost
0.8
(0.2)
0.6
Net prior service (cost) credit during period
0.8
(0.2)
0.6
Net actuarial gain (loss) arising during period
(1.0)
0.2
(0.8)
Amortization of net actuarial (gain) loss included in net periodic pension
cost
12.4
(2.7)
9.7
Net actuarial gain (loss) during period
11.4
(2.5)
8.9
Foreign currency translation adjustments
(0.4)
0.2
(0.2)
Current period change
11.8
(2.5)
9.3
Balance as of February 28, 2025
$
16.4 $
(1.2) $
15.2
Weighted-Average
Assumptions
Pension Plans
Post-Retirement Plans
Year Ended
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Weighted-average assumptions
used to determine benefit
obligations:
Discount rate
4.50 %
4.80 %
4.80 %
5.23 %
5.46 %
5.47 %
Rate of salary progression
0.90 %
0.50 %
0.60 %
Weighted-average assumptions
used to determine net periodic
benefit cost:
Discount rate
4.80 %
4.80 %
2.50 %
5.46 %
5.47 %
3.38 %
Expected return on plan assets
4.70 %
4.20 %
1.40 %
Rate of salary progression
0.50 %
0.60 %
2.50 %
The measurement dates for our retiree benefit plans are consistent with our fiscal year end. Accordingly, we select
discount rates to measure our benefit obligations that are consistent with market indices at the end of each year. In
evaluating the expected return on plan assets, we consider the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets
based on the specific allocation of assets for each plan, an analysis of current market conditions and the views of
leading financial advisors and economists, as applicable.
The assumed healthcare cost trend was 7.22% for pre-age 65 retirees as of February 28, 2025, gradually declining
to 4.50% after eight years. As of February 23, 2024, the assumed healthcare cost trend was 6.83% for pre-age 65
retirees, gradually declining to 4.50% after seven years. Post-age 65 trend rates are not applicable as our plan
provides a fixed subsidy for post-age 65 benefits.
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Plan Assets
In 2023, we entered into a contract with an insurer to annuitize our U.K. defined benefit pension plan, covering
100% of the membership in the plan. This agreement, or "buy-in", resulted in an exchange of plan assets for an
annuity that covered our future projected benefit obligations. The initial value of the asset associated with this
contract was equal to the premium paid to the insurer to secure the insurance policy. The value of the asset was
adjusted each reporting period for changes in financial assumptions, such as discount rates and inflation indices.
The asset represented a Level 3 measurement as there were no observable inputs with the valuation of the
contract.
In 2025, all benefit obligations to the plan's participants were irrevocably transferred, which resulted in the
accelerated recognition of actuarial losses from Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss). We recorded a
$15.2 non-cash pension settlement charge in Other income (expense), net and a $3.4 discrete tax benefit in Income
tax expense. As of February 28, 2025, the plan assets comprise of cash only, which represents a Level 1
measurement.
Our pension plans’ weighted-average investment allocation strategies and weighted-average target asset
allocations by asset category as of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024 are reflected in the following table:
Asset Category
February 28, 2025
February 23, 2024
Actual
Allocations
Target
Allocations
Actual
Allocations
Target
Allocations
Buy-in contract
— %
— %
99 %
100 %
Other (1)
100
100
1
—
Total
100 %
100 %
100 %
100 %
________________________
(1)
Represents cash and cash equivalents.
The fair value of the pension plan assets as of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024, by asset category are as
follows:
Fair Value of Pension Plan Assets
February 28, 2025
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
Cash and cash equivalents
$
0.3 $
— $
— $
0.3
$
0.3 $
— $
— $
0.3
Fair Value of Pension Plan Assets
February 23, 2024
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
Cash and cash equivalents
$
0.3 $
— $
— $
0.3
Buy-in contract
—
—
22.5
22.5
$
0.3 $
— $
22.5 $
22.8
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Below is a roll-forward of the pension plan assets measured at estimated fair value using Level 3 inputs during 2025
and 2024:
Roll-Forward of Fair Value Using Level 3 Inputs
Pension Plan
Assets
Balance as of February 24, 2023
$
21.9
Change in estimated fair value
(0.5)
Foreign currency gain
1.1
Balance as of February 23, 2024
$
22.5
Change in estimated fair value
(1.0)
Settlement
(21.8)
Foreign currency gain
0.3
Balance as of February 28, 2025
$
—
We expect to contribute approximately $4.2 to our pension plans and fund approximately $2.7 related to our post-
retirement plans in 2026. The estimated future benefit payments under our pension and post-retirement plans are
as follows:
Fiscal Year Ending in February
Pension
Plans
Post-
retirement
Plans
2026
$
4.2 $
2.7
2027
3.3
2.6
2028
3.0
2.5
2029
2.9
2.4
2030
3.0
2.3
2031 - 2035
11.7
10.1
Multi-Employer Pension Plan
One of our subsidiaries, SC Transport Inc., previously contributed to the Central States, Southeast and Southwest
Areas Pension Fund (the "Fund"), a multi-employer pension plan, based on obligations arising under a collective
bargaining agreement that covered SC Transport Inc. employees and retirees. Under current law, an employer that
withdraws or partially withdraws from a multi-employer pension plan may incur a withdrawal liability to the plan,
which represents the portion of the plan’s underfunding that is allocable to the withdrawing employer under very
complex actuarial and allocation rules.
In 2019, the Fund asserted that SC Transport Inc.'s absence of hiring additional union employees over the past ten
years constituted an adverse selection practice under the Fund and, if not remedied, would result in an assessment
of a withdrawal liability. As a result of the Fund's assertion, SC Transport Inc. recorded an $11.2 charge related to its
estimated future obligations under a withdrawal from the Fund to be paid out in installments over a period of up to
20 years. The withdrawal liability was discounted using a rate of 3.5%. The balance of the liability as of February 28,
2025 was $8.7.
In 2020, SC Transport Inc. withdrew from the Fund, and the Fund issued a final assessment of our withdrawal
liability. We appealed the amount of the assessment by the Fund. In 2024, we prevailed in arbitration on our claim,
and the Fund appealed the arbitrator’s decision. The amount that may ultimately be required to settle any potential
obligation may be lower or higher than our estimated liability, which we will adjust if needed, if and when additional
information becomes available.
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73
Deferred Compensation Programs
We maintain four deferred compensation programs. The first deferred compensation program is closed to new
entrants. In this program, certain employees elected to defer a portion of their compensation in return for a fixed
benefit to be paid in installments beginning when the participant reaches age 70. Under the second plan, certain
employees may elect to defer a portion of their compensation. The third plan is intended to restore retirement
benefits that would otherwise be paid under the Retirement Plan but are precluded as a result of the limitations on
eligible compensation under Internal Revenue Code Section 401(a)(17). Under the fourth plan, our non-employee
directors may elect to defer all or a portion of their board retainer and committee fees. The deferred amounts in the
last three plans earn a return based on the investment option selected. These deferred compensation obligations
are unfunded.
Deferred compensation expense (gain), which represents annual participant earnings on amounts that have been
deferred, and expense (gains) related to restoration retirement benefits, were $5.5 for 2025, $7.7 for 2024 and
$(2.9) for 2023.
15.
CAPITAL STRUCTURE
Terms of Class A Common Stock and Class B Common Stock
The holders of common stock are generally entitled to vote as a single class on all matters upon which shareholders
have a right to vote, subject to the requirements of applicable laws and the rights of any outstanding series of
preferred stock to vote as a separate class. Each share of Class A Common Stock entitles its holder to one vote,
and each share of Class B Common Stock entitles its holder to 10 votes. Each share of Class B Common Stock is
convertible into a share of Class A Common Stock on a one-for-one basis (i) at the option of the holder at any time,
(ii) upon transfer to a person or entity which is not a Permitted Transferee (as defined in our Second Restated
Articles of Incorporation, as amended), (iii) with respect to shares of Class B Common Stock acquired after
February 20, 1998, at such time as a corporation, partnership, limited liability company, trust or charitable
organization holding such shares ceases to be controlled or owned 100% by Permitted Transferees and (iv) on the
date on which the number of shares of Class B Common Stock outstanding is less than 15% of all of the then
outstanding shares of common stock (calculated without regard to voting rights).
Except for the voting and conversion features described above, the terms of Class A Common Stock and Class B
Common Stock are generally similar. That is, the holders are entitled to equal dividends when declared by our
Board of Directors and generally will receive the same per share consideration in the event of a merger and be
treated on an equal per share basis in the event of a liquidation or winding up of Steelcase Inc. In addition, we are
not entitled to issue additional shares of Class B Common Stock, or issue options, rights or warrants to subscribe
for additional shares of Class B Common Stock, except that we may make a pro rata offer to all holders of common
stock of rights to purchase additional shares of the class of common stock held by them, and any dividend payable
in common stock will be paid in the form of Class A Common Stock to Class A holders and Class B Common Stock
to Class B holders. Neither class of stock may be split, divided or combined unless the other class is proportionally
split, divided or combined.
Preferred Stock
Our Second Restated Articles of Incorporation, as amended, authorize our Board of Directors, without any vote or
action by our shareholders, to create one or more series of preferred stock up to the limit of our authorized but
unissued shares of preferred stock and to fix the designations, preferences, rights, qualifications, limitations and
restrictions thereof, including the voting rights, dividend rights, dividend rate, conversion rights, terms of redemption
(including sinking fund provisions), redemption price or prices, liquidation preferences and the number of shares
constituting any series.
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74
Share Repurchases and Conversions
The 2025 and 2024 activity for share repurchases is as follows (share data in millions):
Share Repurchases
Year ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Total number
of shares (1)
Price Paid
Total number
of shares (2)
Price Paid
Class A Common Stock
2.9 $
36.4
0.5 $
4.2
Class B Common Stock
— $
—
— $
—
________________________
(1)
0.8 million shares were repurchased to satisfy participants’ tax withholding obligations upon the issuance of
shares under equity awards, pursuant to the terms of the Steelcase Inc. Incentive Compensation Plan (the
“Incentive Compensation Plan").
(2)
All shares were repurchased to satisfy participants’ tax withholding obligations upon the issuance of shares
under equity awards, pursuant to the terms of our Incentive Compensation Plan.
During 2025 and 2024, 0.6 million and 0.1 million shares of our Class B Common Stock were converted to Class A
Common Stock, respectively.
16.
INCOME TAXES
Provision for Income Taxes
The provision for income taxes on income before income tax expense (benefit) consists of:
Provision for Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Current income tax expense:
Federal
$
43.6 $
6.6 $
1.3
State and local
12.8
3.5
0.8
Foreign
13.9
14.9
14.9
70.3
25.0
17.0
Deferred income tax expense (benefit):
Federal
(47.6)
(0.1)
(2.3)
State and local
(10.6)
(1.8)
1.4
Foreign
1.4
2.9
0.2
(56.8)
1.0
(0.7)
Income tax expense
$
13.5 $
26.0 $
16.3
Income taxes were based on the following sources of income before income tax expense (benefit):
Source of Income Before Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Domestic
$
95.9 $
42.3 $
2.1
Foreign
38.3
64.8
49.5
$
134.2 $
107.1 $
51.6
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75
For income tax purposes, our domestic operations act as the global principal in our supply chain with routine income
earned by our foreign operations for contract manufacturing and sales and distribution functions. The result is that
our foreign operations earn consistent income, and our domestic operations earn the resulting variable residual
income (loss).
The total income tax expense recognized is reconciled to that computed by applying the U.S. federal statutory tax
rate of 21.0%, as follows:
Income Tax Provision Reconciliation
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Tax expense at the U.S. federal statutory rate
$
28.2 $
22.5 $
10.8
State and local income taxes, net of federal tax effect
1.8
1.3
2.0
Foreign operations, less applicable foreign tax credits (1)
0.1
5.9
4.0
Contingent consideration (2)
—
(2.0)
0.9
Valuation allowance provisions and adjustments (3)
4.9
1.9
1.0
COLI income (4)
(2.0)
(2.2)
(0.4)
Foreign-derived intangible income ("FDII") deduction (5)
(8.6)
—
—
Changes under U.S Internal Revenue Code ("IRC") Section 987 (6)
(9.2)
—
—
Officer compensation limitation
2.6
1.9
1.0
Research tax credit
(3.8)
(3.5)
(2.9)
Other U.S. domestic tax credits
(0.3)
(0.3)
(0.3)
Stock compensation
(0.7)
0.4
0.4
Other
0.5
0.1
(0.2)
Total income tax expense recognized
$
13.5 $
26.0 $
16.3
________________________
(1)
The foreign operations, less applicable foreign tax credits, amounts include the rate differential between local
statutory rates and the U.S. rate on foreign operations.
(2)
In 2024, we recorded a decrease in the fair value of the contingent consideration liability related to the
acquisition of Viccarbe, which is nontaxable. In 2023, we recorded an increase in the fair value of this liability,
which is non-deductible for tax purposes.
(3)
The valuation allowance provisions and adjustments of our deferred tax assets are based on current year
assessments of realizability, which are further detailed below.
(4)
The increase in the cash surrender value of COLI policies, net of normal insurance expenses, plus maturity
benefits are non-taxable.
(5)
In 2025, we qualified for the U.S. FDII deduction due to increased foreign source sales recognized for tax
purposes, which resulted in a temporary book-to-tax difference.
(6)
Final regulations under IRC Section 987 were enacted in 2025 and resulted in the recognition of a deferred
tax asset on the accumulated unrecognized foreign currency exchange losses of foreign branches using a
functional currency other than the U.S. dollar.
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76
Deferred Income Taxes
The significant components of deferred income taxes are as follows:
Deferred Income Taxes
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Deferred income tax assets:
Employee benefit plan obligations and deferred compensation
$
53.1 $
51.9
Deferred revenue (1)
41.3
3.6
Operating lease obligations
35.9
47.6
Foreign and domestic net operating loss carryforwards
29.1
33.0
Capitalized research expenditures
28.1
23.9
Reserves and allowances
19.5
18.6
Accumulated foreign exchange losses under IRC Section 987
11.3
—
Tax credit carryforwards
9.9
12.7
Other, net
8.1
2.9
Total deferred income tax assets
236.3
194.2
Valuation allowances
(10.8)
(6.2)
Net deferred income tax assets
225.5
188.0
Deferred income tax liabilities:
Right-of-use operating lease assets
32.6
43.9
Property, plant and equipment
12.8
17.4
Intangible assets
18.6
18.1
Total deferred income tax liabilities
64.0
79.4
Net deferred income taxes
$
161.5 $
108.6
Net deferred income taxes is comprised of the following components:
Deferred income tax assets—non-current
166.8
115.8
Deferred income tax liabilities—non-current
5.3
7.2
________________________
(1)
In 2025, we qualified for the U.S. FDII deduction due to increased foreign source sales recognized for tax
purposes, which resulted in a temporary book-to-tax difference.
As of February 28, 2025, the valuation allowances of $10.8 related to foreign deferred tax assets. In updating our
assessment of the realizability of deferred tax assets, we considered the following factors:
•
recent financial performance, including cumulative losses where applicable,
•
the predictability of future income during the relevant carryforward period,
•
prudent and feasible tax planning strategies that could be implemented to utilize the deferred tax assets
and
•
the effect of reversing taxable temporary differences.
Based on our evaluation of these factors, particularly cumulative losses, we were unable to assert that it is more
likely than not that the deferred tax assets related to a manufacturing facility in China and sales offices in Australia,
China, Hong Kong, Mexico and Morocco would be realized as of February 28, 2025.
We have the ability to repatriate foreign subsidiary earnings to our U.S. parent without incurring additional U.S.
federal income tax beyond foreign currency exchange impacts. We have recorded deferred income taxes related to
withholding and other taxes where appropriate on earnings of subsidiaries not expected to be permanently
reinvested. However, we have not recorded deferred taxes on any remaining historical outside basis differences in
non-U.S. subsidiaries, as we continue to assert indefinite reinvestment of those basis differences.
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77
Taxes Payable or Receivable
Income taxes currently payable or receivable are reported on the Consolidated Balance Sheets as follows:
Income Taxes
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
Other current assets:
Income taxes receivable
$
7.8 $
11.5
Other current liabilities:
Income taxes payable
$
22.3 $
2.6
Net Operating Loss and Tax Credit Carryforwards
Operating loss and tax credit carryforwards expire as follows:
Fiscal Year Ending February
Net Operating Loss
Carryforwards (Gross)
Net Operating Loss
Carryforwards (Tax Effected)
Tax Credit
Carryforwards
Federal
State
International
Federal
State
International
Total
2026
$
— $
— $
0.8 $
— $
— $
0.2 $
0.2 $
—
2027-2045
0.7
5.2
11.0
0.1
0.4
2.7
3.2
9.9
No expiration
—
0.7
100.7
—
—
25.7
25.7
—
$
0.7 $
5.9 $
112.5
0.1
0.4
28.6
29.1
9.9
Valuation allowances
—
—
(3.1)
(3.1)
—
Net benefit
$
0.1 $
0.4 $
25.5 $ 26.0 $
9.9
Future tax benefits for net operating loss and tax credit carryforwards are recognized to the extent that realization of
these benefits is considered more likely than not. It is considered more likely than not that a benefit of $35.9 will be
realized on these net operating loss and tax credit carryforwards. This determination is based on the expectation
that related operations will be sufficiently profitable or various tax, business and other planning strategies available
to us will enable utilization of the carryforwards. We assess the available positive and negative evidence to estimate
if sufficient future taxable income will be generated to utilize the existing deferred tax assets. Valuation allowances
are recorded to the extent realization of these carryforwards is not more likely than not.
Uncertain Tax Positions
We are subject to taxation in the U.S. and various states and foreign jurisdictions with varying statutes of limitation.
Tax years that remain subject to examination by major tax jurisdictions include: the U.S. 2024 and 2025, Canada
2021 through 2025, France 2020 through 2025 and Germany 2015 through 2025. We adjust these reserves, as well
as the related interest and penalties, in light of changing facts and circumstances.
We are audited by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under the Compliance Assurance Process (“CAP”). Under
CAP, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service works with large business taxpayers to identify and resolve issues prior to
the filing of a tax return. Accordingly, we record minimal liabilities for U.S. federal uncertain tax positions.
We recognize interest and penalties associated with uncertain tax positions in income tax expense, and these
amounts were not material in 2025, 2024 or 2023.
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78
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of unrecognized tax benefits is as follows:
Unrecognized Tax Benefits
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Balance as of beginning of period
$
2.0 $
2.0 $
2.1
Gross increases—tax positions in prior period
0.3
—
—
Currency translation adjustment
(0.1)
—
(0.1)
Balance as of end of period
$
2.2 $
2.0 $
2.0
We have taken tax positions in a non-U.S. jurisdiction that do not meet the more likely than not test required under
the uncertain tax position accounting guidance. Since the tax positions have increased net operating loss
carryforwards, the underlying deferred tax asset is shown net of a $2.2 liability for uncertain tax positions as of
February 28, 2025. No other material amounts are recorded as a liability for uncertain tax positions, including
interest and penalties, on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Unrecognized tax benefits of $2.2, if favorably resolved, would be recorded as an income tax benefit. We do not
expect the amount of unrecognized tax benefits to significantly change due to expiring statutes or audit activity in
the next twelve months.
17.
SHARE-BASED COMPENSATION
The Incentive Compensation Plan provides for the issuance of share-based compensation awards to employees
and members of our Board of Directors. As of February 28, 2025, there were 5,526,211 shares of Class A Common
Stock authorized for future issuance under the Incentive Compensation Plan.
A variety of awards may be granted under the Incentive Compensation Plan, including stock options, stock
appreciation rights, restricted stock, restricted stock units, performance shares, performance units, cash-based
awards, phantom shares and other share-based awards. Our Board of Directors may amend or terminate the
Incentive Compensation Plan at its discretion subject to certain provisions as stipulated within the plan.
In the event of a "change in control", as defined in the Incentive Compensation Plan,
•
any performance-based conditions imposed on outstanding awards will be deemed to be, immediately prior to
the change in control, the greater of (1) the applicable performance achieved through the date of the change
in control or (2) the target level of performance; and
•
all restrictions imposed on all outstanding awards of restricted stock units and performance units will lapse if
either (1) the awards are assumed by an acquirer or successor and the awardee experiences a qualifying
termination during the two-year period following the change in control or (2) the awards are not assumed by
an acquirer or successor.
Share-based awards outstanding under the Incentive Compensation Plan as of February 28, 2025 are as follows:
Total Outstanding Awards
February 28,
2025
Performance units (1)
2,104,516
Restricted stock units
3,048,957
Total outstanding awards
5,153,473
________________________
(1)
This amount represents the maximum number of shares that may be issued under outstanding performance
unit awards; however, the actual number of shares which may be issued will be determined based on the
satisfaction of certain conditions, and therefore may be significantly lower.
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79
Performance Units
In 2025, we issued 465,300 performance units ("PSUs") to certain employees, which are earned over the period of
2025 through 2027 (the "2025 PSUs"). Of these PSUs, 372,240 are earned based on performance conditions, and
93,060 are earned based on a market condition. The performance conditions and market condition for these PSUs
were established by the Compensation Committee in 2025, and thus the 2025 PSUs were considered granted in
2025.
In 2024 and 2023, we issued PSUs to certain employees which are earned over a three-year performance period
based on performance conditions established annually by the Compensation Committee within the first three
months of the applicable fiscal year, as follows:
•
767,600 PSUs to be earned over the period of 2024 through 2026 (the "2024 PSUs") and
•
428,700 PSUs to be earned over the period of 2023 through 2025 (the "2023 PSUs").
The number of PSUs earned under the 2024 PSUs and the 2023 PSUs are modified based on a market condition.
When the performance conditions for a fiscal year are established for these PSUs, one-third of the PSUs issued are
considered granted. Therefore, each of the three fiscal years within the performance period is considered an
individual tranche of the award (referred to as "Tranche 1," "Tranche 2" and "Tranche 3," respectively). As of
February 28, 2025, the 2024 PSUs and 2023 PSUs were considered granted as follows:
•
In 2025, the performance conditions were established for Tranche 2 of the 2024 PSUs and Tranche 3 of the
2023 PSUs, and accordingly, such tranches were considered granted in 2025.
•
In 2024, the performance conditions were established for Tranche 1 of the 2024 PSUs and Tranche 2 of the
2023 PSUs, and accordingly, such tranches were considered granted in 2024.
•
In 2023, the performance conditions were established for Tranche 1 of the 2023 PSUs, and accordingly, such
tranche was considered granted in 2023.
Once granted, the PSUs are expensed and recorded in Additional paid-in capital on the Consolidated Balance
Sheets over the remaining performance period. For participants who are or become retirement-eligible during the
performance period, the PSUs are expensed over the period ending on the date the participant becomes retirement-
eligible. The awards will be forfeited if a participant leaves the company for reasons other than retirement, disability
or death or if the participant engages in any competition with us, as defined in the Incentive Compensation Plan.
The expense for PSUs is determined as follows:
•
For PSUs earned based on performance conditions only, the expense is determined based on the probability
that the performance conditions will be met and the grant date fair value. The fair value is equal to the closing
price of shares of our Class A Common Stock on the grant date.
•
For PSUs earned based on a market condition only, the expense is determined based on the grant date fair
value of the market condition. The fair value is calculated using the Monte Carlo simulation model.
•
For PSUs earned based on performance conditions and modified based on a market condition, the expense is
determined based on the probability that the performance conditions will be met and the grant date fair value of
the market condition. The fair value is calculated using the Monte Carlo simulation model.
The Monte Carlo simulation model used the following assumptions:
2025 PSUs
2024 PSUs
2023 PSUs
Tranche 2
Tranche 1
Tranche 3
Tranche 2
Tranche 1
Risk-free interest rate (1)
4.7 %
4.9 %
3.7 %
5.2 %
4.0 %
2.6 %
Expected term
3 years
2 years
3 years
1 year
2 years
3 years
Estimated volatility (2)
38.5 %
42.4 %
44.1 %
38.9 %
37.8 %
52.2 %
________________________
(1)
Based on the U.S. Government bond benchmark on the grant date.
(2)
Represents the historical price volatility of our Class A Common Stock for the period prior to the grant date
which is equivalent to the expected term of the tranche or award.
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The weighted-average grant date fair value per share of PSUs granted in 2025, 2024 and 2023 are as follows:
Grant Date Fair Value per PSU
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Weighted-average grant date fair value per share of PSUs granted
$
13.27 $
8.30 $
11.13
The total PSU expense and associated tax benefit recorded in 2025, 2024 and 2023 are as follows:
Performance Units
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Expense
$
10.1 $
6.7 $
3.2
Tax benefit
2.5
1.7
0.8
After completion of the performance period, the number of PSUs earned will be issued as shares of Class A
Common Stock. Based on actual results, the 2023 PSUs were earned at 112.1% of the target level, as modified,
and 456,578 shares of Class A Common Stock were issued to participants under such awards. The aggregate
number of shares of Class A Common Stock that ultimately may be issued under PSUs that have been granted
where the performance period has not been completed ranged from 0 to 2,104,516 shares as of February 28, 2025.
A dividend equivalent is calculated based on the actual number of PSUs earned at the end of the performance
period equal to the dividends that would have been payable on the earned PSUs had they been held during the
entire performance period as Class A Common Stock. At the end of the performance period, the dividend
equivalents are paid in the form of cash.
The 2025 PSU activity is as follows:
Maximum Number of Shares of Nonvested Units
Total
Weighted-Average
Grant Date
Fair Value per Unit
Nonvested as of February 23, 2024
1,299,988 $
9.51
Granted
1,887,648
13.27
Vested
(456,578)
10.77
Forfeited
(105,600)
11.20
Performance adjustments (1)
(520,942)
12.17
Nonvested as of February 28, 2025
2,104,516 $
11.84
________________________
(1)
This amount represents the difference between the maximum number of shares that could have been issued
for the 2023 PSUs and the number of shares actually earned based on final performance, as modified.
As of February 28, 2025, there was $4.1 of remaining unrecognized compensation expense related to nonvested
PSUs, which is expected to be recognized over a remaining weighted-average period of 1.7 years.
The total fair value of PSUs vested during 2025, 2024 and 2023 was $4.8, $4.9 and $2.1, respectively. The fair
value was determined based upon the closing price of shares of our Class A Common Stock on the date that the
Compensation Committee certified the awards.
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Restricted Stock Units
During 2025, we awarded 1,186,304 restricted stock units ("RSUs") to certain employees. RSUs have restrictions
on transfer which lapse up to three years after the date of grant, at which time RSUs are issued as unrestricted
shares of Class A Common Stock. RSUs are expensed and recorded in Additional paid-in capital on the
Consolidated Balance Sheets over the requisite service period based on the value of the shares on the grant date.
For participants who are or become retirement-eligible during the service period for awards that are considered
retirement-eligible, the RSUs are expensed over the period ending on the date the participant becomes retirement-
eligible. Typically, these awards will be forfeited if a participant leaves the company for reasons other than
retirement, disability or death or if the participant engages in any competition with us, as defined in the Incentive
Compensation Plan.
The weighted-average grant date fair value per share of RSUs granted in 2025, 2024 and 2023 are as follows:
Grant Date Fair Value per Share
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Weighted-average grant date fair value per share of RSUs granted
$
12.32 $
8.36 $
10.63
The total RSU expense and associated tax benefit recorded in 2025, 2024 and 2023 are as follows:
Restricted Stock Units
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Expense
$
13.4 $
18.2 $
17.6
Tax benefit
3.3
4.5
4.4
Holders of RSUs receive cash dividends equal to the dividends we declare and pay on our Class A Common Stock,
which are included in Dividends paid in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. The 2025 RSU activity is as
follows:
Nonvested Units
Total
Weighted-Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
per Share
Nonvested as of February 23, 2024
3,151,634 $
9.59
Granted
1,186,304
12.32
Vested
(1,202,796)
11.64
Forfeited
(86,185)
9.58
Nonvested as of February 28, 2025
3,048,957 $
9.85
As of February 28, 2025, there was $9.6 of remaining unrecognized compensation expense related to RSUs, which
is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 1.8 years.
The total fair value of RSUs vested was $14.8, $23.2 and $10.1 during 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively. The fair
value was determined based upon the closing price of shares of our Class A Common Stock on the dates the
awards vested.
Unrestricted Share Grants
Under the Incentive Compensation Plan, unrestricted shares of our Class A Common Stock may be issued to
members of our Board of Directors as compensation for director’s fees. We granted a total of 76,477, 131,013 and
109,090 unrestricted shares at a weighted average grant date fair value per share of $12.92, $8.53 and $9.67
during 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
STEELCASE INC.
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18.
LEASES
We have operating leases for corporate offices, sales offices, showrooms, manufacturing and distribution facilities,
vehicles and equipment that expire at various dates through 2035. Certain lease agreements include contingent
rental payments based on per unit usage over contractual levels (e.g., miles driven or machine hours operated) and
others include rental payments adjusted periodically for inflationary indexes. Additionally, some leases include
options to renew or terminate the leases which can be exercised at our discretion.
The components of lease expense are as follows:
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Operating lease cost
$
50.4 $
53.9 $
51.9
Sublease rental income
(5.1)
(2.4)
(2.2)
$
45.3 $
51.5 $
49.7
Supplemental cash flow and other information related to leases is as follows:
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Cash flow information:
Operating cash flows used for operating leases
$
53.3 $
55.8 $
53.1
Leased assets obtained in exchange for new operating
lease obligations
$
36.8 $
20.9 $
39.1
As of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024, the weighted-average remaining lease terms were 4.4 years and
4.8 years, respectively, and the weighted-average discount rates were 5.3% and 4.8%, respectively.
The following table summarizes the future minimum lease payments as of February 28, 2025:
Fiscal Year Ending in February
Amount (1)
2026
$
46.7
2027
41.1
2028
31.8
2029
22.1
2030
17.7
Thereafter
13.6
Total lease payments
173.0
Less: Interest
(19.4)
Present value of lease liabilities
$
153.6
_______________________________________
(1)
Lease payments include options to extend lease terms that are reasonably certain of being exercised. The
payments exclude legally binding minimum lease payments for leases signed but not yet commenced.
STEELCASE INC.
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19.
ACQUISITIONS
HALCON
In 2023, we acquired HALCON, a Minnesota-based designer and manufacturer of precision-tailored wood furniture
for the workplace. The transaction included the purchase of all the outstanding membership interests of HALCON
for $127.5 less customer deposits of $24.3, plus an adjustment of $1.9 for working capital. The acquisition was
funded using a combination of cash on-hand and borrowings under our global committed bank facility. An additional
amount of $2.0 is also payable to a seller based upon continued employment over a three-year period, which is
being expensed over the service period on a straight-line basis.
Tangible assets and liabilities of HALCON were valued as of the acquisition date using a market analysis, and
intangible assets were valued using a discounted cash flow analysis, which represents a Level 3 measurement. On
the acquisition date, we recorded $51.8 related to identifiable intangible assets, $36.6 related to goodwill and $16.7
related to tangible assets. The tangible assets mainly consisted of property, plant and equipment of $30.6, working
capital (primarily inventory of $12.8) and customer deposits of $24.3. The goodwill was recorded in the Americas
segment and is deductible for U.S. income tax purposes. The goodwill resulting from the acquisition is primarily
related to the growth potential of HALCON expected to be driven by new product development, geographic
expansion and the integration of HALCON products into our dealer network. Intangible assets are principally related
to dealer relationships, the HALCON trademark and internally developed know-how and designs, which are being
amortized over periods ranging from 9 to 10 years from the date of acquisition. We also acquired a backlog of
orders which shipped throughout 2023. The purchase price allocation for the HALCON acquisition was completed
during 2024.
The following table summarizes the purchased identified intangible assets and the respective fair value and useful
life of each asset at the date of acquisition:
Other Intangible Assets
Useful Life
(Years)
Fair Value
Dealer relationships
10.0
$
21.5
Trademark
9.0
14.0
Know-how and designs
9.0
12.0
Backlog
0.7
4.3
$
51.8
The fair values of the purchased intangible assets are being amortized on a straight-line basis over their useful
lives. The following table summarizes the estimated future amortization expense for the next five years as of
February 28, 2025:
Fiscal Year Ending in February
Amount
2026
$
5.1
2027
5.0
2028
5.0
2029
5.0
2030
5.0
$
25.1
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20.
REPORTABLE SEGMENTS
The operating segments regularly reviewed by our Chief Executive Officer in the capacity of CODM are (1) the
Americas, (2) Europe, the Middle East and Africa ("EMEA") and (3) Asia Pacific. Asia Pacific serves customers in
Australia, China, India, Japan, Korea and other countries in Southeast Asia. Our CODM compares budget to actual
results and year-over-year variances for revenue, gross profit and operating income (loss) to evaluate the
performance of the segments and make decisions regarding the allocation of resources. Total assets by segment
include manufacturing and other assets associated with each segment.
For purposes of segment reporting externally, we have aggregated the EMEA and Asia Pacific operating segments
as an International segment based upon their similarity in quantitative and qualitative characteristics as defined in
the Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") 280, Segment Reporting. We evaluated the economic similarity of
these operating segments including patterns and trends for revenue, gross profit and operating income (loss) in
addition to the similarity in the nature of products and services, types of customers, and production and distribution
processes in these regions. We concluded that these operating segments met the criteria for aggregation consistent
with the basic principles and objectives of segment reporting described in ASC 280.
The Americas segment serves customers in the U.S., Canada, the Caribbean Islands and Latin America with a
comprehensive portfolio of furniture, interior architectural, textile and surface imaging products that are marketed to
corporate, government, education, healthcare and retail customers primarily through the Steelcase, AMQ, Coalesse,
Designtex, HALCON, Orangebox, Smith System and Viccarbe brands.
The International segment serves customers in EMEA and Asia Pacific with a comprehensive portfolio of furniture
and interior architectural products that are marketed to corporate, government, education, healthcare and retail
customers primarily through the Steelcase, Coalesse, Orangebox, Smith System and Viccarbe brands.
STEELCASE INC.
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued)
85
The following table reconciles reportable segment financial data regularly provided to and reviewed by our CODM,
including significant segment expenses, to consolidated Income before income tax expense:
Reportable Segment Data
Americas
International
Consolidated
2025
Revenue
$
2,465.2 $
700.8 $
3,166.0
Cost of sales
1,608.2
500.9
2,109.1
Restructuring costs
5.8
4.6
10.4
Gross profit
851.2
195.3
1,046.5
Operating expenses
668.0
220.0
888.0
Restructuring costs
0.4
—
0.4
Operating income (loss)
182.8
(24.7)
158.1
Interest expense
(25.7)
Investment income
13.8
Other income (expense), net
(12.0)
Income before income tax expense
134.2
2024
Revenue
$
2,419.8 $
739.8 $
3,159.6
Cost of sales
1,618.5
524.3
2,142.8
Restructuring costs
2.2
2.2
4.4
Gross profit
799.1
213.3
1,012.4
Operating expenses
654.2
222.3
876.5
Restructuring costs
1.1
17.0
18.1
Operating income (loss)
143.8
(26.0)
117.8
Interest expense
(25.9)
Investment income
6.5
Other income (expense), net
8.7
Income before income tax expense
$
107.1
2023
Revenue
$
2,436.2 $
796.4 $
3,232.6
Cost of sales
1,722.1
588.6
2,310.7
Restructuring costs
2.5
—
2.5
Gross profit
711.6
207.8
919.4
Operating expenses
617.5
219.7
837.2
Restructuring costs
16.7
—
16.7
Operating income (loss)
77.4
(11.9)
65.5
Interest expense
(28.4)
Investment income
1.0
Other income (expense), net
13.5
Income before income tax expense
51.6
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Reportable Segment Data
Americas
International
Consolidated
2025
Total assets
1,848.0
482.4
2,330.4
Capital expenditures
34.0
13.1
47.1
Depreciation and amortization
57.6
23.2
80.8
2024
Total assets
1,705.5
531.2
2,236.7
Capital expenditures
34.1
13.0
47.1
Depreciation and amortization
58.5
25.1
83.6
2023
Total assets
1,631.2
571.6
2,202.8
Capital expenditures
41.9
17.2
59.1
Depreciation and amortization
64.6
25.4
90.0
The accounting policies of each of the reportable segments are the same as those described in Note 2.
Reportable geographic information is as follows:
Reportable Geographic Data
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Long-lived assets (1):
United States
$
258.3 $
318.0 $
358.3
Foreign locations
211.0
203.5
216.5
$
469.3 $
521.5 $
574.8
_______________________________________
(1)
Long-lived assets include property, plant and equipment and right-of-use operating lease assets.
No country other than the U.S. represented greater than 10% of our long-lived assets in 2025, 2024 or 2023.
STEELCASE INC.
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21.
RESTRUCTURING ACTIVITIES
In Q3 2025, we initiated restructuring actions in response to a continued decline in order volume in Orangebox.
These actions involve the voluntary and involuntary terminations of approximately 30 salaried roles in Orangebox.
We expect to incur total restructuring costs of approximately $1 in the International segment related to these
actions, consisting of cash severance payments and other separation-related benefits. We incurred $1 of
restructuring costs for these actions in 2025. These actions are substantially complete.
In Q3 2025, we initiated restructuring actions to enhance our long-term operational effectiveness in Asia Pacific.
These actions involve the involuntary terminations of approximately 70 positions in Asia Pacific. We incurred $0.8 of
restructuring costs in the International segment for these actions during 2025, consisting of cash severance
payments and other separation-related benefits. These restructuring actions are complete.
In Q1 2025, we initiated restructuring actions to close a regional distribution center in EMEA. These actions involve
the involuntary terminations of approximately 20 positions. We expect to incur restructuring costs of approximately
$3 in the International segment related to these actions, consisting of cash severance payments and other
separation-related benefits. We incurred restructuring costs of $2.8 for these actions in 2025. These actions are
substantially complete.
In Q1 2025, we initiated a series of restructuring actions to realign our operations organization to optimize efficiency
in the Americas segment. These actions involve the voluntary and involuntary terminations of approximately 100
positions. We expect to incur restructuring costs of approximately $3 related to these actions, consisting of cash
severance payments and other separation-related benefits. We incurred $3 of restructuring costs for these actions
in 2025. These actions are substantially complete.
In Q4 2024, we initiated restructuring actions to move a regional distribution center in the Americas segment. These
actions involved the involuntary terminations of approximately 55 positions and the relocation of approximately 15
positions. We incurred $3.0 and $0.7 of restructuring costs during 2025 and 2024, respectively, for these actions
consisting of cash severance payments, other separation-related benefits, and other related costs. These
restructuring actions are complete.
In Q4 2024, we initiated a series of restructuring actions to enhance our long-term operational effectiveness in Asia
Pacific. These actions involve the involuntary terminations of approximately 100 positions in Asia Pacific. We expect
to incur total restructuring costs of approximately $4 in the International segment related to these actions, consisting
of cash severance payments, other separation-related benefits, and other related costs. We incurred $0.8 of
restructuring costs for these actions in 2025. We previously recorded $2.5 related to employee termination costs
and $0.4 related to the impairment of a right-of-use operating lease asset for these actions during 2024. These
actions are substantially complete.
In Q3 2024, we initiated a series of restructuring actions to reallocate production of our product portfolio across our
industrial footprint to take advantage of manufacturing centers of excellence. These actions involved the involuntary
terminations of approximately 15 positions in the Americas segment. We incurred $0.2 and $1.1 of restructuring
costs in the Americas segment for these actions during 2025 and 2024, respectively, consisting of cash severance
payments, other separation-related benefits, and other related costs. These restructuring actions are complete.
In Q1 2024, we announced a series of restructuring actions in response to continued decline in order volume,
persisting inflationary pressures, and decreasing plant utilization. These actions involved the involuntary
terminations of approximately 40 to 50 salaried roles in EMEA, the elimination of approximately 240 positions in
Asia Pacific, and the involuntary terminations of approximately 30 employees in the Americas in connection with the
closing of our regional distribution center in Atlanta, Georgia. We expect to incur total restructuring costs of
approximately $16 to $18 in the International segment and approximately $1 in the Americas segment related to
these actions, consisting of cash severance payments and other separation-related benefits. We recorded a net
benefit of $0.8 in the International segment in 2025 due to a reduction in the expected costs for employee exits. We
previously incurred restructuring costs of $16.3 in the International segment and $0.5 in the Americas segment for
these actions during 2024. These actions are substantially complete.
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The following table details the changes in the restructuring reserve balance during 2025 and 2024:
Workforce
reductions
Business
exit and
related costs
Total
Balance as of February 24, 2023
$
4.0 $
— $
4.0
Additions
21.8
0.2
22.0
Payments
(13.4)
(0.2)
(13.6)
Adjustments
(0.1)
—
(0.1)
Balance as of February 23, 2024
$
12.3 $
— $
12.3
Additions
9.4
2.4
11.8
Payments
(17.2)
(2.4)
(19.6)
Adjustments
(1.6)
—
(1.6)
Balance as of February 28, 2025
$
2.9 $
— $
2.9
22.
UNAUDITED QUARTERLY RESULTS
Unaudited Quarterly Results
First
Quarter
Second
Quarter
Third
Quarter
Fourth
Quarter
Total
2025
Revenue
$
727.3 $
855.8 $
794.9 $
788.0 $
3,166.0
Gross profit
234.4
295.4
265.4
251.3
1,046.5
Operating income
17.6
90.0
41.0
9.5
158.1
Net income
10.9
63.1
19.1
27.6
120.7
Basic earnings per share
0.09
0.53
0.16
0.23
1.02
Diluted earnings per share
0.09
0.53
0.16
0.23
1.02
2024
Revenue
$
751.9 $
854.6 $
777.9 $
775.2 $
3,159.6
Gross profit
234.6
283.4
252.3
242.1
1,012.4
Operating income
7.3
41.0
43.8
25.7
117.8
Net income
1.5
27.5
30.8
21.3
81.1
Basic earnings per share
0.01
0.23
0.26
0.18
0.68
Diluted earnings per share
0.01
0.23
0.26
0.18
0.68
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS—(Continued)
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Item 9.
Changes in and Disagreements With Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure:
None.
Item 9A. Controls and Procedures:
(a) Disclosure Controls and Procedures. Our management, under the supervision and with the participation of our
Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and
procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Exchange Act), as of February 28, 2025. Based
on such evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that as of February 28, 2025,
our disclosure controls and procedures were effective in (1) recording, processing, summarizing and reporting, on a
timely basis, information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act
and (2) ensuring that information required to be disclosed by us in such reports is accumulated and communicated
to our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate to allow
timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
(b) Pursuant to Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, we have included a report of management’s
assessment of the design and effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting as part of this Report. The
independent registered public accounting firm of Deloitte & Touche LLP also attested to, and reported on, the
effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting. Management’s report and the independent registered
public accounting firm’s attestation report are included in this Report in Item 8: Financial Statements and
Supplementary Data under the captions entitled “Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial
Reporting” and “Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.”
(c) Internal Control Over Financial Reporting. There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting
(as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during our fourth fiscal quarter that have
materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
Item 9B. Other Information:
None.
Item 9C. Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections:
Not applicable.
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PART III
Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance:
Certain information regarding executive officers required by this Item is set forth as a Supplementary Item at the end
of Part I of this Report. Other information required by this Item is contained in Item 1: Business under the caption
“Available Information” or will be contained in our 2025 Proxy Statement under the captions “Proposal 1 — Election
of Directors,” “Committees of the Board of Directors” and “Other Corporate Governance Matters” and is
incorporated into this Report by reference.
Item 11. Executive Compensation:
The information required by Item 11 will be contained in our 2025 Proxy Statement, under the captions “Committees
of the Board of Directors,” “Director Compensation,” “Compensation Committee Report,” “Compensation Discussion
and Analysis” and “Executive Compensation, Retirement Programs and Other Arrangements” and is incorporated
into this Report by reference.
Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder
Matters:
The information required by Item 12 that is not listed below will be contained in our 2025 Proxy Statement, under
the caption “Stock Ownership of Management and Certain Beneficial Owners,” and is incorporated into this Report
by reference.
The following table shows information regarding securities authorized for issuance under equity compensation plans
as of February 28, 2025:
Equity Compensation Plan Information
Plan category
Number of securities to
be issued upon exercise
of outstanding options,
warrants and rights
(a)
Weighted-average
exercise price of
outstanding
options, warrants
and rights
(b)
Number of securities
remaining available for
future issuance under
equity compensation
plans (excluding
securities reflected in
column (a))
(c)
Equity compensation plans approved by
security holders
5,153,473 (1)
n/a (2)
5,526,211
Equity compensation plans not
approved by security holders
—
n/a
—
Total
5,153,473
n/a
5,526,211
________________________
(1)
This amount reflects the outstanding restricted stock units and the maximum number of shares that may be
issued under outstanding performance units; however, the actual number of shares which may be issued will
be determined based on the satisfaction of certain conditions, and therefore may be significantly lower.
(2)
The weighted average exercise price excludes performance units and restricted stock units, as there is no
exercise price associated with these awards. The only outstanding options, warrants or rights are
performance units and restricted stock units.
All equity awards were granted under our Incentive Compensation Plan. See Note 17 to the consolidated financial
statements for additional information.
Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence:
The information required by Item 13 will be contained in our 2025 Proxy Statement, under the captions “Director
Independence” and “Related Person Transactions” and is incorporated into this Report by reference.
Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services:
The information required by Item 14 will be contained in our 2025 Proxy Statement under the caption “Fees Paid to
Principal Independent Auditor” and is incorporated into this Report by reference.
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PART IV
Item 15. Exhibit and Financial Statement Schedules:
(a) Financial Statements and Schedules
The following documents are filed as part of this report:
1. Consolidated Financial Statements (Item 8)
•
Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
•
Reports of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm (PCAOB ID No. 34)
•
Consolidated Statements of Income for the Years Ended February 28, 2025, February 23, 2024 and
February 24, 2023
•
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the Years Ended February 28, 2025, February
23, 2024 and February 24, 2023
•
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of February 28, 2025 and February 23, 2024
•
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Shareholders’ Equity for the Years Ended February 28,
2025, February 23, 2024 and February 24, 2023
•
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Years Ended February 28, 2025, February 23, 2024 and
February 24, 2023
•
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
2. Financial Statement Schedules (S-1)
Schedule II—Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
All other schedules required by Form 10-K have been omitted because they are not applicable or the required
information is disclosed elsewhere in this Report.
3. Exhibits Required by Securities and Exchange Commission Regulation S-K
Index of Exhibits
3.1
Second Restated Articles of Incorporation of the Company, as amended (1)
3.2
Amended By-laws of Steelcase Inc., as amended January 11, 2023 (2)
4.1
Indenture for Senior Debt Securities, dated as of August 7, 2006, between Steelcase Inc. as Issuer
and J.P. Morgan Trust Company, National Association as Trustee (3)
4.2
Officers' Certificate of Steelcase Inc. establishing the terms of the 5.125% Senior Notes Due 2029 (4)
4.3
Description of Capital Stock (5)
10.1*
Fourth Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of February 7, 2024, among Steelcase
Inc., JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Administrative Agent; Bank of America, N.A., as Syndication
Agent; HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Documentation Agent; and certain other lenders (6)
10.2**
Steelcase Inc. Restoration Retirement Plan (7)
10.3**
2015-1 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Restoration Retirement Plan (8)
10.4**
2016-1 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Restoration Retirement Plan (9)
10.5**
2017-1 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Restoration Retirement Plan (10)
10.6**
Steelcase Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan (11)
10.7**
2009-1 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan (12)
10.8**
2013-1 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan (13)
10.9**
2015-1 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan (14)
10.10**
Steelcase Inc. Non-Employee Director Deferred Compensation Plan, as amended and restated
effective July 10, 2012 (15)
10.11**
Steelcase Inc. Executive Severance Plan (16)
Exhibit
No.
Description
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10.12**
2009-1 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Executive Severance Plan (17)
10.13**
2010-1 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Executive Severance Plan (18)
10.14**
2010-2 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Executive Severance Plan (19)
10.15**
Steelcase Inc. Executive Supplemental Retirement Plan, as amended and restated as of March 27,
2003 (20)
10.16**
2006-1 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Executive Supplemental Retirement Plan (21)
10.17**
2006-2 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Executive Supplemental Retirement Plan (22)
10.18**
2009-1 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Executive Supplemental Retirement Plan (23)
10.19**
2012-1 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Executive Supplemental Retirement Plan (24)
10.20**
2015-1 Amendment to the Steelcase Inc. Executive Supplemental Retirement Plan (25)
10.21**
Steelcase Inc. Management Incentive Plan, as amended and restated as of April 11, 2023 (26)
10.22**
Steelcase Inc. Incentive Compensation Plan, as amended and restated as of July 10, 2024 (27)
10.23**
Steelcase Inc. Incentive Compensation Plan Form of Performance Units Agreement (FY 2023) (28)
10.24**
Steelcase Inc. Incentive Compensation Plan Form of Restricted Stock Units Agreement (Not
Retirement Forfeitable) (FY 2023) (29)
10.25**
Steelcase Inc. Incentive Compensation Plan Form of Restricted Stock Units Agreement (Retirement
Forfeitable) (FY 2023) (30)
10.26**
Steelcase Inc. Incentive Compensation Plan Form of Performance Units Agreement (FY 2024) (31)
10.27**
Steelcase Inc. Incentive Compensation Plan Form of Restricted Stock Units Agreement (FY 2024) (32)
10.28**
Steelcase Inc. Incentive Compensation Plan Form of Performance Units Agreement (FY 2025) (33)
10.29**
Steelcase Inc. Incentive Compensation Plan Form of Restricted Stock Units Agreement (FY 2025) (34)
10.30**
Steelcase Inc. Incentive Compensation Plan Form of Performance Units Agreement (FY 2026)
10.31**
Steelcase Inc. Incentive Compensation Plan Form of Restricted Stock Units Agreement (FY 2026)
10.32**
Summary of Steelcase Benefit Plan for Outside Directors, as updated January 15, 2020 (35)
10.33**
Summary of Compensation for the Board of Directors of Steelcase Inc., as updated August 28, 2020
(36)
10.34**
Summary of Compensation for the Board of Directors of Steelcase Inc., as updated March 1, 2025
19.1
Steelcase Inc. Policy on Insider Trading
21.1
Subsidiaries of the Registrant
23.1
Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP
31.1
Certification of CEO pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
31.2
Certification of CFO pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
32.1
Certification of CEO and CFO pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to
Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
97.1**
Steelcase Inc. Clawback Policy (37)
101.INS
Inline XBRL Instance Document - the instance document does not appear in the Interactive Data File
because its XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL document.
101.SCH
Inline XBRL Schema Document
101.CAL
Inline XBRL Calculation Linkbase Document
101.LAB
Inline XBRL Labels Linkbase Document
101.PRE
Inline XBRL Presentation Linkbase Document
101.DEF
Inline XBRL Definition Linkbase Document
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Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101)
Exhibit
No.
Description
________________
*
Schedules (or similar attachments) have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(a)(5) of Regulation S-K.
**
Management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement.
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(1)
Filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, as filed with the Commission on July 15,
2011 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated herein by reference.
(2)
Filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K, as filed with the Commission on January
13, 2023 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated herein by reference.
(3)
Filed as Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, as filed with the Commission on August 7,
2006 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated herein by reference.
(4)
Filed as Exhibit 4.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, as filed with the Commission on January
18, 2019 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated herein by reference.
(5)
Filed as Exhibit 4.3 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 28,
2020, as filed with the Commission on April 27, 2020 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(6)
Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K, as filed with the Commission on
February 7, 2024 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated herein by reference.
(7)
Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended
November 28, 2008, as filed with the Commission on January 7, 2009 (commission file number 001-13873),
and incorporated herein by reference.
(8)
Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K, as filed with the Commission on
January 16, 2015 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated herein by reference.
(9)
Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended
August 28, 2015, as filed with the Commission on September 29, 2015 (commission file number 001-13873),
and incorporated herein by reference.
(10)
Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended
August 25, 2017, as filed with the Commission on September 20, 2017 (commission file number 001-13873),
and incorporated herein by reference.
(11)
Filed as Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended
November 28, 2008, as filed with the Commission on January 7, 2009 (commission file number 001-13873),
and incorporated herein by reference.
(12)
Filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended
November 28, 2008, as filed with the Commission on January 7, 2009 (commission file number 001-13873),
and incorporated herein by reference.
(13)
Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended August
24, 2012, as filed with the Commission on October 1, 2012 (commission file number 001-13873), and
incorporated herein by reference.
(14)
Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended
November 28, 2014, as filed with the Commission on December 23, 2014 (commission file number
001-13873), and incorporated herein by reference.
(15)
Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended August
24, 2012, as filed with the Commission on October 1, 2012 (commission file number 001-13873), and
incorporated herein by reference.
(16) Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, as filed with the Commission on
February 9, 2007 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated herein by reference.
(17) Filed as Exhibit 10.6 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended
August 29, 2008, as filed with the Commission on October 7, 2008 (commission file number 001-13873), and
incorporated herein by reference.
(18) Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended
August 28, 2009, as filed with the Commission on October 5, 2009 (commission file number 001-13873), and
incorporated herein by reference.
(19) Filed as Exhibit 10.2 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended
November 27, 2009, as filed with the Commission on January 5, 2010 (commission file number 001-13873),
and incorporated herein by reference.
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(20) Filed as Exhibit 10.19 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 28,
2003, as filed with the Commission on May 16, 2003 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(21) Filed as Exhibit 10.33 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 25,
2005, as filed with the Commission on May 6, 2005 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(22) Filed as Exhibit 10.01 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended
May 27, 2005, as filed with the Commission on July 1, 2005 (commission file number 001-13873), and
incorporated herein by reference.
(23) Filed as Exhibit 10.7 to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended
August 29, 2008, as filed with the Commission on October 7, 2008 (commission file number 001-13873), and
incorporated herein by reference.
(24) Filed as Exhibit 10.18 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 24,
2012, as filed with the Commission on April 23, 2012 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(25) Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K, as filed with the Commission on January
16, 2015 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated herein by reference.
(26) Filed as Exhibit 10.21 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 24,
2023, as filed with the Commission on April 14, 2023 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(27) Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Current Report on Form 8-K, as filed with the Commission on July 12,
2024 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated herein by reference.
(28) Filed as Exhibit 10.27 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 25,
2022, as filed with the Commission on April 15, 2022 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(29) Filed as Exhibit 10.28 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 25,
2022, as filed with the Commission on April 15, 2022 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(30) Filed as Exhibit 10.29 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 25,
2022, as filed with the Commission on April 15, 2022 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(31) Filed as Exhibit 10.29 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 24,
2023, as filed with the Commission on April 14, 2023 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(32) Filed as Exhibit 10.30 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 24,
2023, as filed with the Commission on April 14, 2023 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(33) Filed as Exhibit 10.30 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 23,
2024, as filed with the Commission on April 12, 2024 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(34) Filed as Exhibit 10.31 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 23,
2024, as filed with the Commission on April 12, 2024 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(35) Filed as Exhibit 10.31 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 28,
2020, as filed with the Commission on April 27, 2020 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
(36) Filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended
August 28, 2020, as filed with the Commission on September 25, 2020 (commission file number 001-13873),
and incorporated herein by reference.
(37) Filed as Exhibit 97.1 to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 23,
2024, as filed with the Commission on April 12, 2024 (commission file number 001-13873), and incorporated
herein by reference.
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(b) Exhibits
See Item 15(a)(3) above.
(c) Financial Statement Schedules
The response to this portion of Item 15 is submitted as a separate section of this Report. See Item 15(a)(2)
above.
Item 16. Form 10-K Summary:
None.
SCHEDULE II
STEELCASE INC.
VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS
Allowance for Losses on Accounts Receivable
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Balance as of beginning of period
$
6.2 $
6.5 $
8.0
Additions:
Charged to costs and expenses
1.4
1.1
3.0
Deductions (1)
(2.8)
(1.5)
(4.3)
Other adjustments (2)
(0.1)
0.1
(0.2)
Balance as of end of period
$
4.7 $
6.2 $
6.5
________________________
(1)
Primarily represents changes in our estimated provision for bad debts and excess of accounts written off over
recoveries.
(2)
Primarily represents currency translation adjustments.
Reserve for Excess and Obsolete Inventory
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Balance as of beginning of period
$
46.4 $
41.2 $
35.7
Additions:
Charged to costs and expenses
10.8
14.5
12.4
Deductions (1)
(12.7)
(9.3)
(7.7)
Other adjustments (2)
0.1
—
0.8
Balance as of end of period
$
44.6 $
46.4 $
41.2
________________________
(1)
Represents inventory dispositions and losses charged against inventory reserves.
(2)
Includes an increase of $1.3 recognized to record inventory at fair value in our acquisition of Halcon in 2023
and currency translation adjustments.
Valuation Allowance for Deferred Income Tax Assets
Year Ended
February 28,
2025
February 23,
2024
February 24,
2023
Balance as of beginning of period
$
6.2 $
4.3 $
3.7
Additions:
Charged to costs and expenses
4.9
2.0
1.0
Other adjustments (1)
(0.3)
(0.1)
(0.4)
Balance as of end of period
$
10.8 $
6.2 $
4.3
________________________
(1)
Primarily represents currency translation adjustments.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly
caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
STEELCASE INC.
By:
/s/ NICOLE C. MCGRATH
Nicole C. McGrath
Vice President, Corporate Controller &
Chief Accounting Officer
(Duly Authorized Officer and
Principal Accounting Officer)
Date: April 18, 2025
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the
following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated:
Signature
Title
Date
/s/ SARA E. ARMBRUSTER
President and Chief Executive Officer,
Director (Principal Executive Officer)
April 18, 2025
Sara E. Armbruster
/s/ DAVID C. SYLVESTER
Senior Vice President, Chief Financial
Officer (Principal Financial Officer)
April 18, 2025
David C. Sylvester
/s/ NICOLE C. MCGRATH
Vice President, Corporate Controller & Chief
Accounting Officer (Principal Accounting
Officer)
April 18, 2025
Nicole C. McGrath
/s/ TIMOTHY C. E. BROWN
Director
April 18, 2025
Timothy C. E. Brown
/s/ CONNIE K. DUCKWORTH
Director
April 18, 2025
Connie K. Duckworth
/s/ SANJAY GUPTA
Director
April 18, 2025
Sanjay Gupta
/s/ TODD P. KELSEY
Director
April 18, 2025
Todd P. Kelsey
/s/ JENNIFER C. NIEMANN
Director
April 18, 2025
Jennifer C. Niemann
/s/ ROBERT C. PEW III
Chair of the Board of Directors, Director
April 18, 2025
Robert C. Pew III
/s/ CATHY D. ROSS
Director
April 18, 2025
Cathy D. Ross
/s/ CATHERINE C. B. SCHMELTER
Director
April 18, 2025
Catherine C. B. Schmelter
/s/ LINDA K. WILLIAMS
Director
April 18, 2025
Linda K. Williams
S-1