UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-Q 
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
 For the quarterly period ended June 30,December 31, 2020
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
 
For the transition period from          to
 
Commission File Number: 1-06620
 
GRIFFON CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) 
Delaware11-1893410
(State or other jurisdiction of(I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization)Identification No.)
712 Fifth Ave, 18th FloorNew YorkNew York10019
(Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)
 
(212) (212) 957-5000
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.25 par valueGFFNew York Stock Exchange
 
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 ☐ 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 ☐ No
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer”, “smaller reporting company,” and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act:
Large accelerated filerAccelerated filer
Non-accelerated filerSmaller 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 is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes ☒ No

The number of shares of common stock outstanding at June 30,December 31, 2020 was 47,425,488.56,489,620.





Griffon Corporation and Subsidiaries
 
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Table of Contents
Part I – Financial Information
Item 1 – Financial Statements
 
GRIFFON CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands)

(Unaudited)
 December 31,
2020
September 30,
2020
CURRENT ASSETS  
Cash and equivalents$233,807 $218,089 
Accounts receivable, net of allowances of $9,022 and $8,505318,535 340,546 
Contract assets, net of progress payments of $21,472 and $24,17586,260 84,426 
Inventories445,022 413,825 
Prepaid and other current assets59,116 46,897 
Assets of discontinued operations1,591 2,091 
Total Current Assets1,144,331 1,105,874 
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT, net342,706 343,964 
OPERATING LEASE RIGHT-OF-USE ASSETS157,860 161,627 
GOODWILL446,456 442,643 
INTANGIBLE ASSETS, net357,832 355,028 
OTHER ASSETS29,861 32,897 
ASSETS OF DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS5,397 6,406 
Total Assets$2,484,443 $2,448,439 
CURRENT LIABILITIES  
Notes payable and current portion of long-term debt$11,158 $9,922 
Accounts payable237,900 232,107 
Accrued liabilities161,594 163,994 
Current portion of operating lease liabilities31,304 31,848 
Liabilities of discontinued operations4,842 3,797 
Total Current Liabilities446,798 441,668 
LONG-TERM DEBT, net1,037,413 1,037,042 
LONG-TERM OPERATING LEASE LIABILITIES132,634 136,054 
OTHER LIABILITIES122,047 126,510 
LIABILITIES OF DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS5,504 7,014 
Total Liabilities1,744,396 1,748,288 
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - See Note 2200
SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY  
Total Shareholders’ Equity740,047 700,151 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity$2,484,443 $2,448,439 

(Unaudited)

 June 30,
2020

September 30,
2019
CURRENT ASSETS 
 
Cash and equivalents$71,999

$72,377
Accounts receivable, net of allowances of $13,901 and $7,881359,464

264,450
Contract costs and recognized income not yet billed, net of progress payments of $28,981 and $13,86192,143

105,111
Inventories411,028

442,121
Prepaid and other current assets51,365

40,799
Assets of discontinued operations1,951

321
Total Current Assets987,950

925,179
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT, net335,318

337,326
OPERATING LEASE RIGHT-OF-USE ASSETS154,955
 
GOODWILL439,667

437,067
INTANGIBLE ASSETS, net354,384

356,639
OTHER ASSETS31,860

15,840
ASSETS OF DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS6,086

2,888
Total Assets$2,310,220

$2,074,939






CURRENT LIABILITIES 

 
Notes payable and current portion of long-term debt$9,235

$10,525
Accounts payable218,024

250,576
Accrued liabilities176,164

124,665
Current portion of operating lease liabilities29,018


Liabilities of discontinued operations3,730

4,333
Total Current Liabilities436,171

390,099
LONG-TERM DEBT, net1,123,365

1,093,749
LONG-TERM OPERATING LEASE LIABILITIES131,650
 
OTHER LIABILITIES104,298

109,997
LIABILITIES OF DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS6,281

3,331
Total Liabilities1,801,765

1,597,176
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - See Note 21





SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY 

 
Total Shareholders’ Equity508,455

477,763
Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity$2,310,220

$2,074,939

The accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements are an integral part of these statements.


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GRIFFON CORPORATION
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
For the Three and Nine Months Ended June 30,December 31, 2020 and 2019
(Unaudited) 
 COMMON STOCK 
CAPITAL IN
EXCESS OF
PAR VALUE
 
RETAINED
EARNINGS
 TREASURY SHARES 
ACCUMULATED
OTHER
COMPREHENSIVE
INCOME (LOSS)
 
DEFERRED
COMPENSATION
  
(in thousands)SHARES PAR VALUE   SHARES COST   TOTAL
Balance at September 30, 201982,775
 $20,694
 $519,017
 $568,516
 35,969
 $(536,308) $(65,916) $(28,240) $477,763
Net income
 
 
 10,612
 
 
 
 
 10,612
Dividend
 
 
 (3,392) 
 
 
 
 (3,392)
Shares withheld on employee taxes on vested equity awards
 
 
 
 80
 (1,758) 
 
 (1,758)
Amortization of deferred compensation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 629
 629
Equity awards granted, net182
 45
 (45) 
 
 
 
 
 
ESOP allocation of common stock
 
 609
 
 
 
 
 
 609
Stock-based compensation
 
 3,150
 
 
 
 
 
 3,150
Stock-based consideration
 
 239
 
 
 
 
 
 239
Other comprehensive income, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 6,841
 
 6,841
Balance at December 31, 201982,957
 $20,739
 $522,970
 $575,736
 36,049
 $(538,066) $(59,075) $(27,611) $494,693
Net income
 
 
 895
 
 
 
 
 895
Dividend
 
 
 (3,422) 
 
 
 
 (3,422)
Shares withheld on employee taxes on vested equity awards
 
 
 
 261
 (5,721) 
 
 (5,721)
Amortization of deferred compensation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 629
 629
Equity awards granted, net784
 196
 (196) 








 
ESOP allocation of common stock
 
 435
 
 
 
 
 
 435
Stock-based compensation
 
 3,662
 
 
 
 
 
 3,662
Stock-based consideration
 
 117
 
 
 
 
 
 117
Other comprehensive income, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 (14,834) 
 (14,834)
Balance at March 31, 202083,741
 $20,935
 $526,988
 $573,209
 36,310
 $(543,787) $(73,909) $(26,982) $476,454
Net income
 
 
 21,831
 
 
 
 
 21,831
Dividend
 
 
 (3,558) 
 
 
 
 (3,558)
Amortization of deferred compensation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 628
 628
Equity awards granted, net(6) (1) 1
 
 
 
 
 
 
ESOP allocation of common stock
 
 352
 
 
 
 
 
 352
Stock-based compensation
 
 3,930
 
 
 
 
 
 3,930
Stock-based consideration
 
 116
 
 
 
 
 
 116
Other comprehensive income, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 8,702
 
 8,702
Balance at June 30, 202083,735
 $20,934
 $531,387
 $591,482
 36,310
 $(543,787) $(65,207) $(26,354) $508,455



COMMON STOCKCAPITAL IN
EXCESS OF
PAR VALUE
RETAINED
EARNINGS
TREASURY SHARESACCUMULATED
OTHER
COMPREHENSIVE
INCOME (LOSS)
DEFERRED
COMPENSATION
 
(in thousands)(in thousands)SHARESPAR VALUESHARESCOSTTOTAL
Balance at September 30, 2020Balance at September 30, 202083,739 $20,935 $583,008 $607,518 27,610 $(413,493)$(72,092)$(25,725)$700,151 
Net incomeNet income— — — 29,500 — — — — 29,500 
DividendDividend— — — (4,469)— — — — (4,469)
Shares withheld on employee taxes on vested equity awardsShares withheld on employee taxes on vested equity awards— — — — 133 (2,909)— — (2,909)
Amortization of deferred compensationAmortization of deferred compensation— — — — — — — 609 609 
Equity awards granted, netEquity awards granted, net494 123 (123)— — — — — 
COMMON STOCK 
CAPITAL IN
EXCESS OF
PAR VALUE
 
RETAINED
EARNINGS
 TREASURY SHARES 
ACCUMULATED
OTHER
COMPREHENSIVE
INCOME (LOSS)
 
DEFERRED
COMPENSATION
  
(in thousands)SHARES PAR VALUE SHARES COST TOTAL
Balance at September 30, 201881,520
 $20,380
 $503,396
 $550,523
 35,846
 $(534,830) $(34,112) $(30,966) $474,391
Net income
 
 
 8,753
 
 
 
 
 8,753
Cumulative catch-up adjustment related to adoption of ASC 606(1)
 
 
 (5,673) 
 
 
 
 (5,673)
Dividend
 
 
 (3,143) 
 
 
 
 (3,143)
Shares withheld on employee taxes on vested equity awards
 
 
 
 83
 (1,058) 
 
 (1,058)
Amortization of deferred compensation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 856
 856
Common stock acquired
 
 
 
 29
 (290) 
 
 (290)
Equity awards granted, net1,201
 300
 (300) 
 
 
 
 
 
ESOP allocation of common stock
 
 (8) 
 
 
 
 
 (8)ESOP allocation of common stock— — 596 — — — — — 596 
Stock-based compensation
 
 2,933
 
 
 
 
 
 2,933
Stock-based compensation— — 3,428 — — — — — 3,428 
Stock-based consideration
 
 250
 
 
 
 
 
 250
Other comprehensive income, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 (5,450) 
 (5,450)Other comprehensive income, net of tax— — — — — — 13,141 — 13,141 
Balance at December 31, 201882,721
 $20,680
 $506,271
 $550,460
 35,958
 $(536,178) $(39,562) $(30,110) $471,561
Net loss
 
 
 (1,156) 
 
 
 
 (1,156)
Dividend
 
 
 (3,704) 
 
 
 
 (3,704)
Shares withheld on employee taxes on vested equity awards
 
 
 
 3
 (48) 
 
 (48)
Amortization of deferred compensation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 507
 507
Common stock acquired
 
 
 
 8
 (82) 
 
 (82)
Equity awards granted, net48
 12
 (12) 
 
 
 
 
 
ESOP allocation of common stock
 
 601
 
 
 
 
 
 601
Stock-based compensation
 
 3,422
 
 
 
 
 
 3,422
Stock-based consideration
 
 303
 
 
 
 
 
 303
Other comprehensive income, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 2,880
 
 2,880
Balance at March 31, 201982,769
 $20,692
 $510,585
 $545,600
 35,969
 $(536,308) $(36,682) $(29,603) $474,284
Net income
 
 
 13,595
 
 
 
 
 13,595
Dividend
 
 
 (3,415) 
 
 
 
 (3,415)
Amortization of deferred compensation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 682
 682
ESOP allocation of common stock
 
 435
 
 
 
 
 
 435
Stock-based compensation
 
 3,332
 
 
 
 
 
 3,332
Stock-based consideration
 
 287
 
 
 
 
 
 287
Other comprehensive income, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 (1,035) 
 (1,035)
Balance at June 30, 201982,769
 $20,692
 $514,639
 $555,780
 35,969
 $(536,308) $(37,717) $(28,921) $488,165
Balance at December 31, 2020Balance at December 31, 202084,233 $21,058 $586,909 $632,549 27,743 $(416,402)$(58,951)$(25,116)$740,047 
(1) See Note 14 - Recent Accounting Pronouncements and Note 3 - Revenue for additional information.
 COMMON STOCKCAPITAL IN
EXCESS OF
PAR VALUE
RETAINED
EARNINGS
TREASURY SHARESACCUMULATED
OTHER
COMPREHENSIVE
INCOME (LOSS)
DEFERRED
COMPENSATION
 
(in thousands)SHARESPAR VALUESHARESCOSTTOTAL
Balance at September 30, 201982,775 $20,694 $519,017 $568,516 35,969 $(536,308)$(65,916)$(28,240)$477,763 
Net income— — — 10,612 — — — — 10,612 
Dividend— — — (3,392)— — — — (3,392)
Shares withheld on employee taxes on vested equity awards— — — — 80 (1,758)— — (1,758)
Amortization of deferred compensation— — — — — — — 629 629 
Equity awards granted, net182 45 (45)— — — — — 
ESOP allocation of common stock— — 609 — — — — — 609 
Stock-based compensation— — 3,150 — — — — — 3,150 
Stock-based consideration— — 239 — — — — — 239 
Other comprehensive income, net of tax— — — — — — 6,841 — 6,841 
Balance at December 31, 201982,957 $20,739 $522,970 $575,736 36,049 $(538,066)$(59,075)$(27,611)$494,693 


The accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements are an integral part of these statements.

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GRIFFON CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
(in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited) 
Three Months Ended June 30,
Nine Months Ended June 30, Three Months Ended December 31,
2020
2019
2020
2019 20202019
Revenue$632,061

$574,970

$1,746,849

$1,635,125
Revenue$609,291 $548,438 
Cost of goods and services467,058

420,487

1,279,893

1,200,092
Cost of goods and services439,119 398,517 
Gross profit165,003

154,483

466,956

435,033
Gross profit170,172 149,921 












Selling, general and administrative expenses113,509

117,989

357,774

343,526
Selling, general and administrative expenses121,557 117,798 












Income from operations51,494

36,494

109,182

91,507
Income from operations48,615 32,123 












Other income (expense) 

 

 

 
Other income (expense)  
Interest expense(16,725)
(17,288)
(49,807)
(51,334)Interest expense(15,690)(16,211)
Interest income140

201

711

611
Interest income45 261 
Loss from debt extinguishment, net(1,235)


(7,925)

Gain on sale of businessGain on sale of business6,240 
Other, net806

979

2,199

3,251
Other, net(41)778 
Total other expense, net(17,014)
(16,108)
(54,822)
(47,472)Total other expense, net(9,446)(15,172)












Income before taxes from continuing operations34,480

20,386

54,360

44,035
Income before taxesIncome before taxes39,169 16,951 
Provision for income taxes12,649

6,258

21,022

14,664
Provision for income taxes9,669 6,339 
Income from continuing operations$21,831

$14,128

$33,338

$29,371












Discontinued operations:










Loss from operations of discontinued operations
 



(11,000)
Provision (benefit) for income taxes
 533



(2,821)
Loss from discontinued operations
 (533)


(8,179)
Net income$21,831
 $13,595

$33,338

$21,192
Net income$29,500 $10,612 

   





Income from continuing operations$0.52
 $0.34

$0.80

$0.72
Loss from discontinued operations
 (0.01)


(0.20)
Basic earnings per common share$0.52
 $0.33

$0.80

$0.52
Basic earnings per common share$0.58 $0.26 

   





Basic weighted-average shares outstanding41,712
 40,967

41,483

40,888
Basic weighted-average shares outstanding50,596 41,173 

   





Income from continuing operations$0.50
 $0.33

$0.76

$0.69
Income (loss) from discontinued operations
 (0.01)


(0.19)
Diluted earnings per common share$0.50
 $0.31

$0.76

$0.50
Diluted earnings per common share$0.55 $0.24 

   





Diluted weighted-average shares outstanding43,774
 43,164

43,818

42,649
Diluted weighted-average shares outstanding53,192 43,895 

   





Dividends paid per common share$0.0750
 $0.0725

$0.2250

$0.2175
Dividends paid per common share$0.08 $0.075 

   





Net income$21,831
 $13,595

$33,338

$21,192
Net income$29,500 $10,612 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes: 
  

 

 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes:  
Foreign currency translation adjustments9,508
 (1,092)
(493)
(3,943)Foreign currency translation adjustments12,123 6,470 
Pension and other post retirement plans1,139
 184

2,480

552
Pension and other post retirement plans1,706 672 
Change in cash flow hedges(1,945) (127)
(1,278)
(214)Change in cash flow hedges(688)(301)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes8,702
 (1,035)
709

(3,605)Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes13,141 6,841 
Comprehensive income, net$30,533
 $12,560

$34,047

$17,587
Comprehensive income, net$42,641 $17,453 
 
The accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements are an integral part of these statements.

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GRIFFON CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
(Unaudited)
 Three Months Ended December 31,
 20202019
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:  
Net income$29,500 $10,612 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:  
Depreciation and amortization15,266 15,825 
Stock-based compensation4,208 3,982 
Asset impairment charges - restructuring5,794 4,160 
Provision for losses on accounts receivable93 35 
Amortization of debt discounts and issuance costs680 1,273 
Deferred income taxes442 198 
Gain (loss) on sale of assets and investments174 (186)
Gain on sale of business(6,240)
Change in assets and liabilities, net of assets and liabilities acquired:  
Decrease in accounts receivable and contract assets, net10,494 2,942 
Increase in inventories(31,924)(19,480)
Increase in prepaid and other assets(3,517)(2,269)
Decrease in accounts payable, accrued liabilities, income taxes payable and operating lease liabilities(5,425)(36,445)
Other changes, net1,284 1,184 
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities20,829 (18,169)
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:  
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment(11,926)(13,172)
Acquired businesses, net of cash acquired(2,242)(10,531)
Proceeds from sale of business, net15,580 
Proceeds from the sale of property, plant and equipment53 184 
Other, net26 
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities1,491 (23,519)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:  
Dividends paid(4,422)(3,392)
Purchase of shares for treasury(2,909)(1,758)
Proceeds from long-term debt40,791 71,957 
Payments of long-term debt(42,120)(32,045)
Financing costs(569)(21)
Other, net(68)(40)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities(9,297)34,701 
 Nine Months Ended June 30,
 2020
2019
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: 

 
Net income$33,338

$21,192
Net loss from discontinued operations

8,179
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: 

 
Depreciation and amortization47,067

46,172
Stock-based compensation12,809

11,547
Asset impairment charges - restructuring4,388


Provision for losses on accounts receivable512

306
Amortization of debt discounts and issuance costs2,871

4,133
Loss from debt extinguishment, net7,925


Deferred income taxes448

(353)
Gain on sale of assets and investments(261)
(111)
Non-cash lease expense28,648
 
Change in assets and liabilities, net of assets and liabilities acquired: 

 
Increase in accounts receivable and contract costs and recognized income not yet billed(81,718)
(33,223)
(Increase) decrease in inventories34,822

(18,009)
Increase in prepaid and other assets(17,393)
(3,921)
Decrease in accounts payable, accrued liabilities, income taxes payable and operating lease liabilities(18,112)
(22,688)
Other changes, net600

1,758
Net cash provided by operating activities55,944

14,982
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: 

 
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment(34,751)
(27,794)
Acquired businesses, net of cash acquired(10,531)
(9,219)
Payments related to sale of business
 (9,500)
Insurance payments
 (10,604)
Proceeds from sale of assets339

104
Investment purchase(130)
(149)
Net cash used in investing activities(45,073)
(57,162)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: 

 
Dividends paid(10,639)
(10,262)
Purchase of shares for treasury(7,479)
(1,478)
Proceeds from long-term debt1,230,618

156,800
Payments of long-term debt(1,205,231)
(108,260)
Financing costs(16,543)
(1,012)
Contingent consideration for acquired businesses

(1,686)
Other, net(31)
(197)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities(9,305)
33,905
The accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements are an integral part of these statements.








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GRIFFON CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
(Unaudited)
 Three Months Ended December 31,
 20202019
CASH FLOWS FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS:  
Net cash used in operating activities(752)(606)
Net cash provided by investing activities2,224 
Net cash provided by (used in) discontinued operations1,472 (606)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and equivalents1,223 
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND EQUIVALENTS15,718 (7,585)
CASH AND EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD218,089 72,377 
CASH AND EQUIVALENTS AT END OF PERIOD$233,807 $64,792 

The accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements are an integral part of these statements.







GRIFFON CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
(Unaudited)

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 Nine Months Ended June 30,
 2020 2019
CASH FLOWS FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS: 
  
Net cash used in operating activities(2,899) (3,874)
Net cash provided by investing activities418
 
Net cash used in financing activities
 
    
Net cash used in discontinued operations(2,481) (3,874)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and equivalents537
 503
NET DECREASE IN CASH AND EQUIVALENTS(378) (11,646)
CASH AND EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD72,377
 69,758
CASH AND EQUIVALENTS AT END OF PERIOD$71,999
 $58,112

The accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements are an integral part of these statements.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)



NOTE 1 – DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION
 
About Griffon Corporation
 
Griffon Corporation (the “Company”, “Griffon”, "we" or "us") is a diversified management and holding company that conducts business through wholly-owned subsidiaries. Griffon oversees the operations of its subsidiaries, allocates resources among them and manages their capital structures. Griffon provides direction and assistance to its subsidiaries in connection with acquisition and growth opportunities as well as in connection with divestitures. In order to further diversify, Griffon also seeks out, evaluates and, when appropriate, will acquire additional businesses that offer potentially attractive returns on capital.

The Company was founded in 1959, is a Delaware corporation headquartered in New York, N.Y. and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:GFF).

Griffon currently conducts its operations through 3 reportable segments:

Consumer and Professional Products ("CPP") conducts its operations through The AMES Companies, Inc. ("AMES"). Founded in 1774, AMES is the leading North American manufacturer and a global provider of branded consumer and professional tools and products for home storage and organization, landscaping, and enhancing outdoor lifestyles. CPP sells products globally through a portfolio of leading brands including True Temper, AMES, and ClosetMaid.

Home and Building Products ("HBP") conducts its operations through Clopay Corporation ("Clopay"). Founded in 1964, Clopay is the largest manufacturer and marketer of garage doors and rolling steel doors in North America.  Residential and commercial sectional garage doors are sold through professional dealers and leading home center retail chains throughout North America under the brands Clopay, Ideal, and Holmes. Rolling steel door and grille products designed for commercial, industrial, institutional, and retail use are sold under the CornellCookson brand.

Defense Electronics ("DE") conducts its operations through Telephonics Corporation ("Telephonics"), founded in 1933, a globally recognized leading provider of highly sophisticated intelligence, surveillance and communications solutions for defense, aerospace and commercial customers.

In March 2020, the World Health Organization declared the outbreak of COVID-19 a pandemic, which continues to spread throughout the U.S. and the world. The impact from the rapidly changing U.S. and global market and economic conditions due to the COVID-19 outbreak is uncertain, with disruptions to the business of our customers and suppliers, which could impact our business and consolidated results of operations and financial condition in the future. While we have not incurred significant disruptions to our manufacturing or to our supply chain thus far from the COVID-19 outbreak, we are unable to accurately predict the impact COVID-19 will have due to numerous uncertainties, including the severity of the disease, the duration of the outbreak, actions that may be taken by governmental authorities, the impact to our customers’ and suppliers’ businesses and other factors identified in Part II, Item 1A “Risk Factors” in this Form 10-Q. We will continue to evaluate the nature and extent of the impact to our business, consolidated results of operations, and financial condition.


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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)


Basis of Presentation
 
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“US GAAP”) for interim financial information, and the instructions to Form 10-Q and Article 10 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, these financial statements do not include all the information and footnotes required by US GAAP for complete financial statements. As such, they should be read together with Griffon’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2019,2020, which provides a more complete explanation of Griffon’s accounting policies, financial position, operating results, business, properties and other matters. In the opinion of management, these financial statements reflect all adjustments considered necessary for a fair statement of interim results. Griffon’s CPP operations are seasonal; for this and other reasons, the financial results of the Company for any interim period are not necessarily indicative of the results for the full year.
 
The condensed consolidated balance sheet information at September 30, 20192020 was derived from the audited financial statements included in Griffon’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2019.2020.
 
The condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Griffon and all subsidiaries. Intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with US GAAPaccounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting periods. These estimates may be adjusted due to changes in economic, industry or customer financial conditions, as well as changes in technology or demand. Significant estimates include allowances for doubtful accounts receivable and returns, net realizable value of inventories, restructuring reserves, valuation of goodwill and intangible assets, percentage of completion method of accounting,sales, profits and loss recognition for performance obligations satisfied over time, assumptions associated with pension assumptions,benefit obligations and income or expenses, useful lives associated with depreciation and amortization of fixedintangible and intangiblefixed assets, warranty reserves, sales incentive accruals, assumption associated with stock based compensation assumptions,valuation, income taxes and tax valuation reserves, environmental reserves, legal reserves, insurance reserves, and the valuation of assets and liabilities of discontinued operations, acquisition assumptions usedassociated with valuation of acquired assets and assumed liabilities of acquired companies and the accompanying disclosures. These estimates are based on management’s best knowledge of current events and actions Griffon may undertake in the future. Actual results may ultimately differ from these estimates.

Certain amounts in the prior year have been reclassified to conform to current year presentation.

NOTE 2 – FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
 
The carrying values of cash and equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts and notes payable, and revolving credit and variable interest rate debt approximate fair value due to either the short-term nature of such instruments or the fact that the interest rate of the revolving credit and variable rate debt is based upon current market rates.

Applicable accounting guidance establishes a fair value hierarchy requiring the Company to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. A financial instrument’s categorization within the hierarchy is based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement. The accounting guidance establishes three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value, as follows:

Level 1 inputs are measured and recorded at fair value based upon quoted prices in active markets for identical assets.

Level 2 inputs include inputs other than Level 1 that are observable, either directly or indirectly, such as quoted prices in active markets for similar assets and liabilities, quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active, or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of assets or liabilities.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)

Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs in which little or no market data exists, therefore requiring an entity to develop its own assumptions.
 
The fair values of Griffon’s 2028 senior notes approximated $980,000$1,057,500 on June 30,December 31, 2020. Fair values were based upon quoted market prices (level 1 inputs).
 


Insurance contracts with values of $3,324$3,558 at June 30,December 31, 2020 are measured and recorded at fair value based upon quoted prices in active markets for similar assets (level 2 inputs) and are included in Prepaid and other current assets on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
 
Items Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis

At June 30,December 31, 2020, trading securities, measured at fair value based on quoted prices in active markets for similar assets (level 2 inputs), with a fair value of $3,028$2,033 ($2,3651,000 cost basis), were included in Prepaid and other current assets on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Realized and unrealized gains and losses on trading securities are included in Other income in the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss).

In the normal course of business, Griffon’s operations are exposed to the effects of changes in foreign currency exchange rates. To manage these risks, Griffon may enter into various derivative contracts such as foreign currency exchange contracts, including forwards and options. As of June 30,December 31, 2020, Griffon entered into several such contracts in order to lock into a foreign currency rate for planned settlements of trade and inter-company liabilities payable in US dollars.

At June 30,December 31, 2020, Griffon had $43,500$40,000 of Australian dollar contracts at a weighted average rate of $1.46$1.37 which qualified for hedge accounting (level 2 inputs). These hedges were all deemed effective as cash flow hedges with gains and losses related to changes in fair value deferred and recorded in Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) ("AOCI") and Prepaid and other current assets, or Accrued liabilities, until settlement. Upon settlement, gains and losses are recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss) in Cost of goods and services ("COGS"). AOCI included deferred losses of $1,095$1,688 ($712,1,098, net of tax) at June 30,December 31, 2020 and gainslosses of $556 and $1,550$658 were recorded in COGS during the three and nine months ended June 30,December 31, 2020 respectively, for all settled contracts. All contracts expire in 1529 to 209180 days.

At June 30,December 31, 2020, Griffon had $3,125 and $3,000 of$7,125 Canadian and British Pound dollar contracts respectively, at a weighted average rate of $1.36 and $0.81, respectively.$1.35. The contracts, which protect Canadian and United Kingdom operations from currency fluctuations for US dollar based purchases, do not qualify for hedge accounting. For the three and nine months ended June 30,December 31, 2020, fair value losses of $222 and $23$276 were recorded to Other assets and to Other income for the outstanding contracts, based on similar contract values (level 2 inputs). Realized gainslosses of $115 and $202$59 were recorded in Other income during the three and nine months ended June 30,December 31, 2020 respectively, for all settled contracts. All contracts expire in 229 to 328390 days.

At December 31, 2020, Griffon had $8,079 of British Pound dollar contracts at a weighted average rate of $0.77. The contracts, which protect United Kingdom operations from currency fluctuations for US dollar based purchases, do not qualify for hedge accounting. For the three months ended December 31, 2020, fair value losses of $245 were recorded to Other assets and to Other income for the outstanding contracts, based on similar contract values (level 2 inputs). Realized losses of $70 were recorded in Other income during the three months ended December 31, 2020. All contracts expire in 7 to 145 days.

NOTE 3 – REVENUE

The Company recognizes revenue when performance obligations identified under the terms of contracts with its customers are satisfied.A performance obligation is a promise in a contract to transfer a distinct good or service, or a bundle of goods or services, to the customer.customer, and is the unit of accounting. A contract with a customer is an agreement which both parties have approved, that creates enforceable rights and obligations, has commercial substance and with respect to which payment terms are identified and collectability is probable.Once the Company has entered into a contract or purchase order, it is evaluated to identify performance obligations.For each performance obligation, revenue is recognized when control of the promised products is transferred to the customer, or services are satisfied under the contract or purchase order, in an amount that reflects the consideration the Company expects to be entitled to in exchange for those products or services (the transaction price).

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(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to each distinct performance obligation and recognized as revenue when each performance obligation is satisfied. A majority of the Company’s contracts have a single performance obligation which represents, in most cases, the product being soldyears or year-end refer to the customer. To a lesser extent, some contracts include multiple performance obligations such as a product, the related installation, and extended warranty services. These contracts require judgment in determining the number of performance obligations.Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)

Over 80%Approximately 86% of the Company’s performance obligations are recognized at a point in time that relatesrelated to the manufacture and sale of a broad range of products and components primarily within the CPP and HBP segments,Segments, and revenue is recognized when title, and risk and rewards of ownership, have transferred to the customer. A majority of CPP and HBP segment revenuecustomer, which is short cycle in nature with shipments occurring within one year from order and does not include a material long-term financing component, implicitly or explicitly. Less than 20%generally upon shipment.

Approximately 14% of the Company’s performance obligations are recognized over time or under the percentage-of-completion method; theseand relate to prime or subcontractors from contract awards with the U.S. Government, as well as foreign governments and other commercial customers within our DE segment. These contracts are typically long-term in nature, usually greater than one year and do not include a material long-term financing component, either implicitly or explicitly.Segment. Revenue and profits from such contracts are recognized under the percentage-of-completion (over time) method of accounting. Revenue and profits on fixed-price contracts that contain engineering as well as production requirements are recorded based on the ratio of total actual incurred costs to date to the total estimated costs for each contract (cost-to-cost method).



Sales recognized over time are generally accounted for using an input measure to determine progress completed at the end of the period. We believe that cumulative costs incurred to date as a percentage of estimated total contract costs at completion (cost-to-cost method) is an appropriate measure of progress towards satisfaction of performance obligations recognized over time, as it most accurately depicts the progress of our work and transfer of control to our customers.

Accounting for the sales and profits on performance obligations for which progress is measured using the cost-to-costmethod relies on the substantial use of estimates; these projections may be revised throughout the life of a contract.Adjustments to estimates for a contract's estimated costs at completion and estimated profit or loss are often required as experience is gained, more information is obtained (even though the scope of work required under the contract may or may not change) and contract modifications occur. The impact of such adjustments to estimates is made on a cumulative basis in the period when such information has become known. For the three and nine months ended June 30,December 31, 2020 and 2019, income from operations included net unfavorable catch up adjustments approximating $4,100$1,500 and $9,344,$3,000, respectively. Gross profit is impacted by a variety of factors, including the mix of products, systems and services, production efficiencies, price competition and general economic conditions.
We believe that cumulative costs incurred to date as a percentage of estimated total contract costs at completion is an appropriate measure of progress towards satisfaction of performance obligations, as it most accurately depicts the progress of our work and transfer of control to our customers.
For contracts in which anticipated total costs exceed the total expected revenue, an estimated loss is recognized in the period when identifiable. A provision for the entire amount of the estimated loss is recorded on a cumulative basis, and is recorded as a reduction to gross margin on the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss). These provisions had an immaterial impact on Griffon's Consolidated Financial Statements. The estimated remaining costs to complete loss contracts as of June 30,December 31, 2020 and September 30, 20192020 were approximately $8,264$9,000 and $9,790,$10,800, respectively.

For a complete explanation of Griffon’s revenue accounting policies, this note should be read in conjunction with Griffon’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2019.2020. See Note 1213 - Business Segments for revenue from contracts with customers disaggregated by end markets, segments and geographic location.
Transaction Price Allocated to the Remaining Performance Obligations

On June 30,December 31, 2020, we had $350,443$388,700 of remaining performance obligations, which we also refer to as total backlog. We expect to recognize approximately 72%66% of our remaining performance obligations as revenue within one year, with the balance to be completed thereafter.
Backlog represents the dollar value of funded orders for which work has not been performed. Backlog generally increases with bookings, and converts into revenue as we incur costs related to contractual commitments or the shipment of product. Given the nature of our business and a larger dependency on international customers, our bookings, and therefore our backlog, is impacted by the longer maturation cycles resulting in delays in the timing and amounts of such awards, which are subject to numerous factors, including fiscal constraints placed on customer budgets; political uncertainty; the timing of customer negotiations; and the timing of governmental approvals.
Contract Balances

Contract assets were $92,143$86,260 as of June 30,December 31, 2020 compared to $105,111$84,426 as of September 30, 2019.2020. The $12,968 decrease$1,834 net increase in our contract assets balance was primarily due to the timing of billings and work performed on various radarnaval and surveillancecyber programs. Contract assets primarily relate to the Company's right to consideration for work completed but not billed at the reporting date and are recorded in Contract costs and recognized income not yet billed, net of progress payments in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Contract assets are transferred to receivables when the right to consideration becomes unconditional. Contract costs and recognized income not yet billed consists of amounts accounted for under the percentage of completion method of accounting, and represent recoverable costs and accrued profit that cannot yet be invoiced under the terms of certain long-term contracts. Amounts will be invoiced when applicable contract terms, such as the achievement of
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(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)

specified milestones or product delivery, are met. At June 30,December 31, 2020 and September 30, 2019,2020, approximately $7,058$8,100 and $13,100,$7,500, respectively, of contract costs and recognized income not yet billed were expected to be collected after one year. As of June 30, 2020, Contract costs and recognized income not yet billed included approximately $1,874 of reserves for contract risk. As of September 30, 2019, Contract costs and recognized income not yet billed included 0 reserves for contract risk.

Contract liabilities were $20,719$25,237 as of June 30,December 31, 2020 compared to $26,259$24,386 as of September 30, 2019.2020. The $5,540 decrease$851 increase in the contract liabilities balance was primarily due to billings in surveillance programs, partially offset by the recognition of revenue primarily from surveillancenaval and airborne maritime surveillance radarcyber programs. Contract liabilities relate to advance consideration received from customers for which revenue has not been recognized. The Company often receives cash payments from customers in advance of the Company’s performance resulting in contract liabilities. These contract liabilities are classified as current on the Consolidated Balance Sheets based on the timing of when the Company expects to recognize revenue. Current contract liabilities are recorded in Accounts payable on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Contract liabilities are reduced when the associated revenue from the contract is recognized.




NOTE 4 – ACQUISITIONS AND DISPOSITIONS

Acquisitions

Griffon accounts for acquisitions under the acquisition method, in which assets acquired and liabilities assumed are recorded at fair value as of the date of acquisition using a method substantially similar to the goodwill impairment test methodology (level 3 inputs). The operating results of the acquired companies are included in Griffon’s consolidated financial statements from the date of acquisition; in each instance, Griffon is in the process of finalizing the initial purchase price allocation unless otherwise noted.

On December 22, 2020, AMES acquired Quatro Design Pty Ltd (“Quatro”), a leading Australian manufacturer and supplier of glass fiber reinforced concrete landscaping products for residential, commercial, and public sector projects for a purchase price of AUD $3,500 (approximately $2,700) in cash, subject to customary final working capital adjustments. The purchase price is subject to additional contingent consideration of approximately AUD $1,000 (approximately $760) based on Quatro exceeding certain EBITDA performance targets in the first year. The preliminary acquired intangibles and goodwill allocated to this acquisition was AUD $1,600 (approximately $1,479) and AUD $2,381 (approximately $1,799), respectively, which was assigned to the CPP segment, and is not deductible for income tax purposes.

On November 29, 2019, AMES acquired 100% of the outstanding stock of Vatre Group Limited ("Apta"), a leading United Kingdom supplier of innovative garden pottery and associated products sold to leading UK and Ireland garden centers for approximately $10,500 (GBP 8,750), inclusive of a post-closing working capital adjustment, net of cash acquired. This acquisition broadens AMES' product offerings in the UK market and increases its in-country operational footprint. The excess of the purchase price over the fair value of the net tangible and intangible assets was recorded as goodwill and is deductible for tax purposes. The purchase price was primarily allocated to goodwill of GBP 2,418,3,449, acquired intangible assets of GBP 3,454, inventory of GBP 2,914, accounts receivable and other assets of GBP 2,492 and accounts payable and other accrued liabilities of GBP 2,734.3,765, which was assigned to the CPP segment.

During the nine months ended June 30, 2020, the Company incurred acquisition costs of $2,960. The Company did 0t incur acquisition costs in the three months ended JuneDecember 31, 2020 and 2019, acquisition costs were de minimis.

Dispositions

On December 18, 2020, Defense Electronics completed the sale of its Systems Engineering Group, Inc. (“SEG”) business for $15,000, subject to customary closing net working capital adjustments. SEG provides sophisticated, highly technical engineering and analytical support to the Missile Defense Agency and various U.S. military commands. SEG had sales of approximately $7,000 for the first fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2020 and $31,000 for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020. We recorded a pre-tax gain of $6,240 ($6,017, net of tax, or $0.11 per share) during the first fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2020 related to the divestiture of SEG. The Company did 0t incur acquisition costssale does not represent a strategic shift that will have a major effect on operations and financial results.


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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in the three and nine months ended June 30, 2019.thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)


NOTE 5 – INVENTORIES
 
Inventories are stated at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out or average)average cost) or market.
 
The following table details the components of inventory:
 At June 30, 2020 At September 30, 2019
Raw materials and supplies$131,021
 $121,791
Work in process90,343
 93,830
Finished goods189,664
 226,500
Total$411,028
 $442,121

At December 31, 2020At September 30, 2020
Raw materials and supplies$134,378 $135,083 
Work in process79,209 81,624 
Finished goods231,435 197,118 
Total$445,022 $413,825 
 
NOTE 6 – PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

The following table details the components of property, plant and equipment, net:
At December 31, 2020At September 30, 2020
Land, building and building improvements$168,557 $167,005 
Machinery and equipment603,270 595,126 
Leasehold improvements53,841 53,386 
825,668 815,517 
Accumulated depreciation and amortization(482,962)(471,553)
Total$342,706 $343,964 
 At June 30, 2020 At September 30, 2019
Land, building and building improvements$159,225
 $133,036
Machinery and equipment585,298
 580,698
Leasehold improvements51,738
 49,808

796,261
 763,542
Accumulated depreciation and amortization(460,943) (426,216)
Total$335,318
 $337,326


Depreciation and amortization expense for property, plant and equipment was $13,142$12,888 and $13,089$13,432 for the quarters ended June 30, 2020 and 2019, respectively, and $39,890 and $38,736 for the nine months ended June 30,December 31, 2020 and 2019, respectively. Depreciation included in SG&A expenses was $4,852$4,706 and $4,822$4,951 for the quarters ended June 30, 2020 and 2019, respectively, and $14,713 and $14,264 for the nine months ended June 30,December 31, 2020 and 2019, respectively. Remaining components of depreciation, attributable to manufacturing operations, are included in Cost of goods and services.

Except as described in Note 16,17, Restructuring Charges, no event or indicator of impairment occurred during the ninethree months ended June 30,December 31, 2020 which would require additional impairment testing of property, plant and equipment.
 
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)

NOTE 7 – CREDIT LOSSES

Effective October 1, 2020, the Company adopted accounting guidance related to accounting for credit losses on financial instruments, including trade receivables (ASU 2016-13, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments). The guidance requires companies to consider forward-looking information to estimate expected credit losses, resulting in earlier recognition of losses for receivables that are current or not yet due, which were not considered under the previous accounting guidance.

The Company is exposed to credit losses primarily through sales of products and services. Trade receivables are recorded at their stated amount, less allowances for discounts, doubtful accounts and returns. The Company’s expected loss allowance methodology for trade receivables is primarily based on the aging method of the accounts receivables balances and the financial condition of its customers. The allowances represent estimated uncollectible receivables associated with potential customer defaults on contractual obligations (usually due to customers’ potential insolvency), discounts related to early payment of accounts receivables by customers and estimates for returns. The allowance for doubtful accounts includes amounts for certain customers in which a risk of default has been specifically identified, as well as an amount for customer defaults, based on a formula, when it is determined the risk of some default is probable and estimable, but cannot yet be associated with specific customers. Allowance for discounts and returns are recorded as a reduction of revenue and the provision related to the allowance for doubtful accounts is recorded in SG&A expenses.

The Company also considers current and expected future economic and market conditions, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, when determining any estimate of credit losses. Generally, estimates used to determine the allowance are based on assessment of anticipated payment and all other historical, current and future information that is reasonably available. All accounts receivable amounts are expected to be collected in less than one year.

Based on a review of the Company's policies and procedures across all segments, including the aging of its trade receivables, recent write-off history and other factors related to future macroeconomic conditions, Griffon determined that its method to determine credit losses and the amount of its allowances for bad debts is in accordance with this guidance in all material respects.

The following table provides a roll-forward of the allowance for credit losses that is deducted from the amortized cost basis of accounts receivable to present the net amount expected to be collected:

Beginning Balance, October 1, 2020$8,505 
Provision for expected credit losses496 
Amounts written off charged against the allowance(42)
Other, primarily foreign currency translation63 
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)

NOTE 78 – GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLES
 
The following table provides changes in the carrying value of goodwill by segment during the ninethree months ended June 30,December 31, 2020:
 At September 30, 2020Business Acquisitions (a)Business Divestitures (b)Foreign
currency
translations adjustments
At December 31, 2020
Consumer and Professional Products$232,845 $1,799 $$2,865 $237,509 
Home and Building Products191,253 191,253 
Defense Electronics18,545 (851)17,694 
Total$442,643 $1,799 $(851)$2,865 $446,456 
 At September 30, 2019
Goodwill from acquisitions
Other
adjustments
including currency
translations

At June 30, 2020
Consumer and Professional Products$227,269
 $3,125
 $(525) $229,869
Home and Building Products191,253
 
 
 191,253
Defense Electronics18,545
 
 
 18,545
Total$437,067
 $3,125
 $(525) $439,667
(a) The increase in the CPP segment was due to the acquisition of Quatro.
(b) The decrease in the DE segment was due to the divestiture of SEG.


The following table provides the gross carrying value and accumulated amortization for each major class of intangible assets:
 At December 31, 2020 At September 30, 2020
 Gross Carrying AmountAccumulated
Amortization
Average
Life
(Years)
Gross Carrying AmountAccumulated
Amortization
Customer relationships & other$188,030 $69,354 23$185,940 $66,656 
Technology and patents19,654 8,007 1319,464 8,360 
Total amortizable intangible assets207,684 77,361  205,404 75,016 
Trademarks227,509 —  224,640 — 
Total intangible assets$435,193 $77,361  $430,044 $75,016 
 At June 30, 2020   At September 30, 2019
 Gross Carrying Amount 
Accumulated
Amortization
 
Average
Life
(Years)
 Gross Carrying Amount 
Accumulated
Amortization
Customer relationships & other$184,445
 $64,018
 23 $183,515
 $57,783
Technology and patents19,348
 8,075
 13 19,167
 7,329
Total amortizable intangible assets203,793
 72,093
   202,682
 65,112
Trademarks222,684
 
   219,069
 
Total intangible assets$426,477
 $72,093
   $421,751
 $65,112
The gross carrying amount of intangible assets was impacted by approximately $3,700 related to foreign currency translation.

Amortization expense for intangible assets was $2,381$2,378 and $2,506$2,393 for the quarters ended June 30,December 31, 2020 and 2019, respectively, and $7,177 and $7,436 for the nine months ended June 30, 2020 and 2019.respectively. Amortization expense for the remainder of 20202021 and the next five fiscal years and thereafter, based on current intangible balances and classifications, is estimated as follows: 2020 - $2,416; 2021 - $9,387;$7,007; 2022 - $9,387;$9,376; 2023 - $9,234;$9,224; 2024 - $9,208;$9,198; 2025 - $9,208;$9,198; 2026 - $9,198; thereafter $82,860.$77,122.
 
Griffon performs its annual goodwill impairment testing in the fourth quarter of each year. The 20192020 impairment testing resulted in all 3 reporting units having fair values substantially in excess of their carrying values. In addition to the annual impairment test, the Company is required to regularly assess whether a triggering event has occurred which would require interim impairment testing. GivenIn connection with the general deterioration in economic and market conditions surroundingsale of the COVID-19 pandemic,SEG business, the Company consideredassessed the impactremaining DE reporting unit for impairment. The assessment determined that the COVID-19 pandemic may have onfair value of the DE reporting unit substantially exceeded its nearcarrying value and long-term forecasts and completed an interimno impairment test as of Marchexisted. During the quarter ended December 31, 2020. The company2020, the Company determined that there iswere no other triggering events and, as a result, there was 0 impairment to either its goodwill or indefinite-lived intangible assets at MarchDecember 31, 2020. During the quarter ended June 30, 2020, the Company determined there were no triggering events.
 
NOTE 89 – INCOME TAXES
During the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, the Company recognized a tax provision of $12,649$9,669 on income before taxes from continuing operations of $34,480,$39,169, compared to a tax provision of $6,258$6,339 on income before taxes from continuing operations of $20,386$16,951 in the comparable prior year quarter. The current year quarter results included restructuring charges of $1,633$10,800 ($1,224,8,300, net of tax), loss from debt extinguishmentgain on sale of $1,235the SEG business of $6,240 ($969,6,017, net of tax) and discrete and certain other tax benefits, net, that affect comparability of $2,028. The prior year quarter results included restructuring charges of $6,434 ($4,148, net of tax) and discrete tax and certain other tax provisions, net, of $1,828, that affect comparability. The prior year quarter included net discrete tax and certain other tax benefitscomparability of $669 that affect comparability.$833. Excluding these items, the effective tax rates for the quarters ended June 30,December 31, 2020 and 2019 were 30.8%32.0% and 34.0%33.3%, respectively.
During the nine months ended June 30, 2020, the Company recognized a tax provision of $21,022 on Income before taxes from continuing operations of $54,360, compared to a tax provision of $14,664 on Income before taxes from continuing operations of $44,035 in the comparable prior year period. The nine month period ended June 30, 2020 included restructuring charges of $11,171 ($8,377, net of tax), acquisition costs of $2,960 ($2,321, net of tax), loss from debt extinguishment of $7,925 ( $6,214, net of tax) and net discrete tax provisions of $1,248. The nine month period ended June 30, 2019 included net discrete tax benefits of $299. Excluding these items, the effective tax rates for the nine months ended June 30, 2020 and 2019 were 32.6% and 34.0%, respectively.


In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the U.S. Congress approved certain changes to the federal tax laws in March 2020. While we are still assessing the impact of the legislation, we do not expect there to be a material impact to our consolidated financial statements at this time.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)
NOTE 910 – LONG-TERM DEBT
 
 At June 30, 2020 At September 30, 2019  At December 31, 2020At September 30, 2020
 Outstanding Balance
Original Issuer Premium
Capitalized Fees & Expenses Balance Sheet
Coupon Interest Rate
Outstanding Balance
Original Issuer Premium Capitalized Fees & Expenses Balance Sheet
Coupon Interest Rate  Outstanding BalanceOriginal Issuer PremiumCapitalized Fees & ExpensesBalance SheetCoupon Interest RateOutstanding BalanceOriginal Issuer PremiumCapitalized Fees & ExpensesBalance SheetCoupon Interest Rate
Senior notes due 2028(a)$1,000,000
 $375
 (14,877) $985,498
 5.75% $
 $
 $
 $
 %Senior notes due 2028(a)$1,000,000 $351 (14,847)$985,504 5.75 %$1,000,000 $363 $(15,376)$984,987 5.75 %
Senior notes due 2022(a)
 
 
 
 5.25% 1,000,000
 867
 (9,175) 991,692
 5.25%
Revolver due 2025(b)104,181
 
 (2,544) 101,637
 Variable
 50,000
 
 (1,243) 48,757
 Variable
Revolver due 2025(b)13,493 (2,086)11,407 Variable12,858 (2,209)10,649 Variable
Capital lease - real estate(d)11,564
 
 (36) 11,528
 5.00% 4,388
 
 (55) 4,333
 5.00%
Finance lease - real estateFinance lease - real estate(d)16,576 (23)16,553 Variable17,218 (30)17,188 Variable
Non US lines of credit(e)
 
 (33) (33) Variable
 17,576
 
 (45) 17,531
 Variable
Non US lines of credit(e)664 (28)636 Variable(30)(30)Variable
Non US term loans(e)30,736
 
 (172) 30,564
 Variable
 36,977
 
 (188) 36,789
 Variable
Non US term loans(e)31,165 (150)31,015 Variable31,086 (160)30,926 Variable
Other long term debt(f)3,422
 
 (16) 3,406
 Variable
 5,190
 
 (18) 5,172
 Variable
Other long term debt(f)3,472 (16)3,456 Variable3,260 (16)3,244 Variable
Totals 1,149,903
 375
 (17,678) 1,132,600
  
 1,114,131
 867
 (10,724) 1,104,274
  
Totals 1,065,370 351 (17,150)1,048,571  1,064,422 363 (17,821)1,046,964  
less: Current portion (9,235) 
 
 (9,235)  
 (10,525) 
 
 (10,525)  
less: Current portion (11,158)— (11,158) (9,922)— (9,922) 
Long-term debt $1,140,668
 $375
 $(17,678) $1,123,365
  
 $1,103,606
 $867
 $(10,724) $1,093,749
  
Long-term debt $1,054,212 $351 $(17,150)$1,037,413  $1,054,500 $363 $(17,821)$1,037,042  
  Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 Three Months Ended June 30, 2019
  
Effective Interest Rate (1)

Cash Interest
Amort. Debt
Discount

Amort. Debt Issuance Costs
& Other Fees

Total Interest Expense
Effective Interest Rate (1)

Cash Interest
Amort. Debt
Premium

Amort.
Debt Issuance Costs
& Other Fees

Total Interest Expense
Senior notes due 2028(a)5.8% $12,219
 $
 $277
 $12,496
 n/a
 $
 $
 $
 $
Senior notes due 2022(a)6.2% 1,960
 11
 155
 2,126
 5.7% 13,125
 68
 950
 14,143
Revolver due 2025(b)Variable
 1,597
 
 134
 1,731
 Variable
 2,282
 
 220
 2,502
ESOP Loans(c)n/a
 
 
 
 
 7.2% 
 
 
 
Capital lease - real estate(d)6.3% 33
 
 6
 39
 5.6% 78
 
 7
 85
Non US lines of credit(e)Variable
 4
 
 (1) 3
 Variable
 4
 
 3
 7
Non US term loans(e)Variable
 222
 
 21
 243
 Variable
 376
 
 44
 420
Other long term debt(f)Variable
 102
 
 1
 103
 Variable
 149
 
 
 149
Capitalized interest  
 (16) 
 
 (16)  
 (18) 
 
 (18)
Totals  
 $16,121
 $11
 $593
 $16,725
  
 $15,996
 $68
 $1,224
 $17,288

  Three Months Ended December 31, 2020Three Months Ended December 31, 2019
  
Effective Interest Rate (1)
Cash InterestAmort. Debt
Discount
Amort. Debt Issuance Costs
& Other Fees
Total Interest Expense
Effective Interest Rate (1)
Cash InterestAmort. Debt
Premium
Amort.
Debt Issuance Costs
& Other Fees
Total Interest Expense
Senior notes due 2028(a)5.4 %$14,375 $$530 $14,905 n/a$$$$
Senior notes due 2022(a)n/a5.7 %13,125 67 951 14,143 
Revolver due 2025(b)Variable129 123 252 Variable1,382 232 1,614 
Finance lease - real estate(d)Variable232 238 5.6 %61 67 
Non US lines of credit(e)VariableVariable
Non US term loans(e)Variable171 17 188 Variable272 12 284 
Other long term debt(f)Variable107 107 Variable160 160 
Capitalized interest  (7)— — (7) (65)— — (65)
Totals  $15,010 $$680 $15,690  $14,939 $67 $1,205 $16,211 
(1) n/a = not applicable



  Nine Months Ended June 30, 2020 Nine Months Ended June 30, 2019
  Effective Interest Rate (1) Cash Interest Amort. Debt
Discount
 Amort. Debt Issuance Costs
& Other Fees
 Total Interest Expense 
Effective Interest Rate (1)
 Cash Interest Amort. Debt
Premium
 Amort.
Debt Issuance Costs
& Other Fees
 Total Interest Expense
Senior notes due 2028(a)5.9% $17,785
 $
 $412
 $18,197
 % $
 $
 $
 $
Senior notes due 2022(a)5.7% 23,125
 123
 1,734
 24,982
 5.7% 39,375
 202
 2,852
 42,429
Revolver due 2025(b)Variable
 4,798
 
 531
 5,329
 Variable
 4,846
 
 761
 5,607
ESOP Loans(c)n/a
 
 
 
 
 6.6% 937
 
 186
 1,123
Capital lease - real estate(d)6.1% 146
 
 19
 165
 5.5% 294
 
 19
 313
Non US lines of credit(e)Variable
 11
 
 11
 22
 Variable
 15
 
 11
 26
Non US term loans(e)Variable
 786
 
 40
 826
 Variable
 1,273
 
 97
 1,370
Other long term debt(f)Variable
 394
 
 1
 395
 Variable
 478
 
 6
 484
Capitalized interest  
 (109) 
 
 (109)  
 (18) 
 
 (18)
Totals  
 $46,936
 $123
 $2,748
 $49,807
  
 $47,200
 $202
 $3,932
 $51,334



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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)

(a)On June 22, 2020, Griffon completed the add-on offering through a private placement $150,000 principal amount of its 5.75% senior notes due 2028, at 100.25% of par, to Griffon's previously issued $850,000 principal amount of its 5.75% senior notes due in 2028, at par, completed on February 19, 2020 (collectively, the “Senior Notes”). Proceeds from the Senior Notes were used to redeem the $1,000,000 of 5.25% senior notes due 2022 (the “2022 Senior Notes"). As of June 30, 2020, outstanding Senior Notes due totaled $1,000,000; interest is payable semi-annually on March 1 and September 1.
(a)    On June 22, 2020, in an unregistered offering through a private placement, Griffon completed the add-on offering of $150,000 principal amount of its 5.75% Senior Notes, at 100.25% of par, to Griffon's previously issued $850,000 principal amount of its 5.75% Senior Notes, at par, completed on February 19, 2020 (collectively, the “Senior Notes”). Proceeds from the Senior Notes were used to redeem the $1,000,000 of 5.25% 2022 senior notes. As of December 31, 2020, outstanding Senior Notes due totaled $1,000,000; interest is payable semi-annually on March 1 and September 1.

The Senior Notes are senior unsecured obligations of Griffon guaranteed by certain domestic subsidiaries, and subject to certain covenants, limitations and restrictions. On April 22, 2020 and August 3, 2020, Griffon exchanged substantially all of the $850,000 Senior Notes for substantially identical Senior Notes registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), via an exchange offer. Griffon intends to complete an offer to exchange the remaining $150,000 Senior Notes for substantially identical Senior Notes registered under the Securities Act during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2020. The fair value of the 2028 Senior Notes approximated $980,000$1,057,500 on June 30,December 31, 2020 based upon quoted market prices (level 1 inputs).

In connection with these transactions, Griffon capitalized $15,289$16,448 of underwriting fees and other expenses incurred related to the issuance and exchange of the 2028 Senior Notes, which will amortize over the term of such terms.the 2028 Senior Notes. Furthermore, all of the obligations associated with the 2022 Senior Notes were discharged. Additionally, Griffon recognized a $7,925 loss on the early extinguishment of debt of the 5.25% $1,000,000 principal amount of 2022 Senior Notes, comprised primarily of the write-off of $6,725 of remaining deferred financing fees, $607 of tender offer net premium expense and $593 of redemption interest expense.

(b)On January 30, 2020, Griffon amended its revolving credit facility (as amended, the "Credit Agreement") to increase the maximum borrowing availability from $350,000 to $400,000 and extend its maturity date from March 22, 2021 to March 22, 2025. The amended agreement also modified certain other provisions of the facility. The facility includes a letter of credit sub-facility with a limit of $100,000 (increased from $50,000); a multi-currency sub-facility of $200,000 (increased from $100,000); and contains a customary accordion feature that permits us to request, subject to each lender's consent, an increase in the maximum aggregate amount that can be borrowed by up to an additional $100,000 (increased from $50,000).

(b)     On January 30, 2020, Griffon amended its revolving credit facility (as amended, the "Credit Agreement") to increase the maximum borrowing availability from $350,000 to $400,000, and extend its maturity date from March 22, 2021 to March 22, 2025 and modify certain other provisions of the facility. The facility includes a letter of credit sub-facility with a limit of $100,000; a multi-currency sub-facility of $200,000; and contains a customary accordion feature that permits us to request, subject to each lender's consent, an increase in the maximum aggregate amount that can be borrowed by up to an additional $100,000.

Borrowings under the Credit Agreement may be repaid and re-borrowed at any time. Interest is payable on borrowings at either a LIBOR or base rate benchmark rate, plus an applicable margin, which adjusts based on financial performance. Current margins are 1.25%0.50% for base rate loans and 2.25%1.50% for LIBOR loans. The Credit Agreement has certain financial maintenance tests including a maximum total leverage ratio, a maximum senior secured leverage ratio and a minimum interest coverage ratio, as well as customary affirmative and negative covenants, and events of default. The negative covenants place limits on Griffon's ability to, among other things, incur indebtedness, incur liens, and make restricted payments and investments. Borrowings under the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by Griffon’s material domestic subsidiaries and are secured, on a first priority basis, by substantially all domestic assets of the Company and the guarantors, and a pledge of not greater than 65% of the equity interest in Griffon’s material, first-tier foreign subsidiaries. At June 30,December 31, 2020, there were $104,181of$13,493 of outstanding borrowings under the Credit Agreement; outstanding standby letters of credit were $21,617;$16,700; and $274,202$369,807 was available, subject to certain loan covenants, for borrowing at that date.

(c)In August 2016 and as amended on June 30, 2017, Griffon’s ESOP entered into a Term Loan with a bank (the "ESOP Agreement"). The Term Loan interest rate was LIBOR plus 3.00%. The Term Loan required quarterly principal payments of $569 with a balloon payment due at maturity. The Term Loan was secured by shares purchased with the proceeds of the loan and with a lien on a specific amount of Griffon assets (which ranked pari passu with the lien granted on such assets under the Credit Agreement) and was guaranteed by Griffon. On March 13, 2019, the ESOP Term Loan was refinanced with an internal loan from Griffon which was funded with cash and a draw under its Credit Agreement. The internal loan interest rate is fixed at 2.91%, matures in June 2033 and requires quarterly payments of principal, currently $635, and interest. The internal loan is secured by shares purchased with the proceeds of the loan. The amount outstanding on the internal loan at June 30, 2020 was $30,513.
(c)    On March 13, 2019, Griffon's Employee Stock Ownership Plan entered into an agreement that refinanced a term loan with a bank with an internal loan from Griffon. The internal loan interest rate is fixed at 2.91%, matures in June 2033 and requires quarterly payments of principal, currently $635, and interest. The internal loan is secured by shares purchased with the proceeds of the loan. The amount outstanding on the internal loan at December 31, 2020 was $29,243.
(d)Two Griffon subsidiaries have finance leases outstanding for real estate located in Troy, Ohio and Ocala, Florida. The leases mature in 2021 and 2025, respectively, and bear interest at fixed rates of approximately 5.0% and 2.9%, respectively. The Troy, Ohio lease is secured by a mortgage on the real estate and is guaranteed by Griffon. The Ocala, Florida lease contains 1 five-year renewal option. At June 30, 2020, $11,528 was outstanding, net of issuance costs.

(e)In November 2012, Garant G.P. (“Garant”) entered into a CAD 15,000 ($10,974 as of June 30, 2020) revolving credit facility.  The facility accrues interest at LIBOR (USD) or the Bankers Acceptance Rate (CDN) plus 1.3% per annum (1.46% LIBOR USD and 1.56% Bankers Acceptance Rate CDN as of June 30, 2020). The revolving facility matures in October 2022. Garant is required to maintain a certain minimum equity.  At June 30, 2020, there were 0 borrowings under the revolving credit facility with CAD 15,000 ($10,974 as of June 30, 2020) available for borrowing.

(d)    Two Griffon subsidiaries have finance leases outstanding for real estate located in Troy, Ohio and Ocala, Florida. The leases mature in 2021 and 2025, respectively, and bear interest at fixed rates of approximately 5.0% and 5.6%, respectively. The Troy, Ohio lease is secured by a mortgage on the real estate and is guaranteed by Griffon. The Ocala, Florida lease contains 2 five-year renewal options. At December 31, 2020, $16,553 was outstanding, net of issuance costs. Refer to Note 21- Leases for further details.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)
(e)     In November 2012, Garant G.P. (“Garant”), a Griffon wholly owned subsidiary, entered into a CAD 15,000 ($11,703 as of December 31, 2020) revolving credit facility. The facility accrues interest at LIBOR (USD) or the Bankers Acceptance Rate (CDN) plus 1.3% per annum (1.44% LIBOR USD and 1.52% Bankers Acceptance Rate CDN as of December 31, 2020). The revolving facility matures in October 2022. Garant is required to maintain a certain minimum equity.  At December 31, 2020, there were 0 borrowings under the revolving credit facility with CAD 15,000 ($11,703 as of December 31, 2020) available for borrowing.

In July 2016, and as amended in March 2019, Griffon Australia Holdings Pty Ltd and its Australian subsidiaries (collectively, "Griffon Australia") entered into an AUD 29,625 term loan, AUD 20,000 revolver and AUD 10,000 receivable purchase facility agreement. The term loan requires quarterly principal payments of AUD 1,250 plus interest with a balloon payment of AUD 9,625 due upon maturity in March 2022, and accrues interest at Bank Bill Swap Bid Rate “BBSY” plus 1.95% per annum (2.09%(2.01% at June 30,December 31, 2020). During the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, the term loan balance was reduced by AUD 5,000, from AUD 23,375 to AUD 18,375 with proceeds from an AUD 5,000 increase in the commitment of the receivables purchase line from AUD 10,000 to AUD 15,000. TheAs of December 31, 2020, the term loan had an outstanding balance of AUD 17,12514,625 ($11,76111,121 as of June 30,December 31, 2020). The revolving facility and receivable purchase facility mature in March 2022, but are renewable upon mutual agreement with the lender. The revolving facility and receivable purchase facility accrue interest at BBSY plus 1.9% and 1.35%, respectively, per annum (2.05%(1.97% and 1.49%1.41%, respectively, at June 30,December 31, 2020). At June 30,December 31, 2020, there were 0 borrowingsbalances outstanding under the revolver and the receivable purchase facility. The revolver, receivable purchase facility and the term loan are all secured by substantially all of the assets of Griffon Australia and its subsidiaries. Griffon Australia is required to maintain a certain minimum equity level and is subject to a maximum leverage ratio and a minimum fixed charges cover ratio.

In July 2018, theThe AMES Companies UK Ltd and its subsidiaries (collectively, "AMES UK") entered into a GBP 14,000 term loan, GBP 4,000 mortgage loan and GBP 5,000 revolver. The term loan and mortgage loan require quarterly principal payments of GBP 350438 and GBP 83105 plus interest, respectively, and have balloon payments due upon maturity, July 2023, of GBP 7,7007,088 and GBP 2,500,2,349, respectively. The Term Loan and Mortgage Loans accrue interest at the GBP LIBOR Rate plus 2.25% and 1.8%, respectively (2.33%(2.27% and 1.88%1.82% at June 30,December 31, 2020, respectively). The revolving facility matures in JuneMay 2021, but is renewable upon mutual agreement with the lender, and accrues interest at the Bank of England Base Rate plus 1.75% (1.85%1.5% (1.60% as of June 30,December 31, 2020). As of June 30,December 31, 2020, the revolver had 0an outstanding balance of GBP $492 ($664 as of December 31, 2020) while the term and mortgage loan balances amounted to GBP 15,39814,855 ($18,97520,044 as of June 30,December 31, 2020). The revolver and the term loan are both secured by substantially all of the assets of AMES UK and its subsidiaries. AMES UK is subject to a maximum leverage ratio and a minimum fixed charges cover ratio. An invoice discounting arrangement was canceled and replaced by the above loan facilities.

(f)Other long-term debt primarily consists of a loan with the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority, with the balance consisting of capital leases.
(f)     Other long-term debt primarily consists of a loan with the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority, with the balance consisting of finance leases.
At June 30,December 31, 2020, Griffon and its subsidiaries were in compliance with the terms and covenants of all credit and loan agreements.

NOTE 1011 — SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
 
During 2021, the Company paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share. During 2020, the Company paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.075 per share, in each quarter, totaling $0.225 per share for the nine months ended June 30, 2020. During 2019, the Company paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.0725 per share, totaling $0.29$0.30 per share for the year. A dividend payable was established for the holders of restricted shares; such dividends will be released upon vesting of the underlying restricted shares.

In March 2019, the ESOP Term Loan was refinanced with a loan from Griffon which was funded with cash and a draw on its credit facility; dividends paid on allocated shares in the ESOP are allocated to participant accounts in the form of additional shares.

On July 29, 2020,January 27, 2021, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.075$0.08 per share, payable on September 17, 2020March 18, 2021 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 20, 2020.February 18, 2021.

Compensation expense for restricted stock and restricted stock units is recognized ratably over the required service period based on the fair value of the grant, calculated as the number of shares granted multiplied by the stock price on the date of grant and, for performance shares, the likelihood of achieving the performance criteria. Compensation expense for restricted stock granted to two senior executives is calculated as the maximum number of shares granted, upon achieving certain performance criteria,
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)
multiplied by the stock price as valued by a Monte Carlo Simulation Model. Compensation cost related to stock-based awards with graded vesting, generally over a period of three to four years, is recognized using the straight-line attribution method and recorded within SG&A expenses.
 
On January 29, 2016, shareholders approved the Griffon Corporation 2016 Equity Incentive Plan ("Incentive Plan") under which awards of performance shares, performance units, stock options, stock appreciation rights, restricted shares, restricted stock units, deferred shares and other stock-based awards may be granted. On January 31, 2018, shareholders approved Amendment No. 1 to the Incentive Plan pursuant to which, among other things, 1,000,000 shares were added to the Incentive Plan; and on January 30, 2020, shareholders approved Amendment No. 2 to the Incentive Plan, pursuant to which 1,700,000 shares were added to the

Incentive Plan. Options granted under the Incentive Plan may be either “incentive stock options” or nonqualified stock options, generally expire ten years after the date of grant and are granted at an exercise price of not less than 100% of the fair market value at the date of grant. The maximum number of shares of common stock available for award under the Incentive Plan is 5,050,000 (600,000(0 of which may be issued as incentive stock options), plus (i) any shares reserved for issuance under the 2011 Equity Incentive Plan as of the effective date of the Incentive Plan, and (ii) any shares underlying awards outstanding on such effective date under the 2011 Incentive Plan that are canceled or forfeited. As of June 30,December 31, 2020, there were 1,063,148684,982 shares available for grant.

All grants outstanding under former equity plans will continue under their terms; 0 additional awards will be granted under such plans.

During the first quarter of 2020,2021, Griffon granted 216,523511,624 shares of restricted stock and restricted stock units. This included 226,811 restricted stock and restricted stock units, subject to certain performance conditions, with vesting periods of three years, with a total fair value of $4,705,$5,500, or a weighted average fair value of $21.73$24.25 per share. Furthermore, this included 284,813 restricted stock awards granted to 5 executives, with vesting periods of three years and a total fair value of $5,913 or a weighted average fair value of $20.76 per share.

During the second quarter of 2020,On January 27, 2021, Griffon granted 804,674580,704 shares of restricted stock. This included 99,77252,704 shares of restricted stock to 72 executives, subject to certain performance conditions, with a vesting period of 34 months, with a total fair value of $2,200, or weighted average fair value of $22.05 per share. Griffon also granted 44,902 restricted shares to the non-employee directors of Griffon with a vesting period of three years and a fair value of $990,$1,150, or a weighted average fair value of $22.05$21.82 per share. This also included 660,000528,000 shares of restricted stock granted to 2 senior executives with a vesting period of four years and a two year-year post-vesting holding period, subject to the achievement of certain absolute and relative performance conditions relating to the price of Griffon's common stock. So long as the minimum performance condition is attained, the amount of shares that can vest will range from 480,000384,000 to 660,000.528,000. The total fair value of these restricted shares using the Monte Carlo Simulation model is approximately $9,534,$7,875, or a weighted average fair value of $14.45$14.91 per share.

During the third quarter of 2020, On January 28, 2021, Griffon granted 7,59944,424 restricted shares to the non-employee directors of restricted stock, subject to certain performance conditions,Griffon with a vesting periodsperiod of three years withand a total fair value of $125,$1,080, or a weighted average fair value of $16.45$24.31 per share.

The following table summarizes the Company’s compensation expense relating to all stock-based incentive plans:
For the Three Months Ended December 31,
20202019
Restricted stock$3,428 $3,150 
ESOP780 832 
Total stock based compensation$4,208 $3,982 
 For the Three Months Ended June 30, For the Nine Months Ended June 30,
 20202019 20202019
Restricted stock$3,930
$3,332
 $10,742
$9,687
ESOP577
715
 2,067
1,860
Total stock based compensation$4,507
$4,047
 $12,809
$11,547


On each of August 3, 2016 and August 1, 2018, Griffon’s Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to $50,000 of Griffon’s outstanding common stock. Under this share repurchase program, the Company may purchase shares in the open market, including pursuant to a 10b5-1 plan, or in privately negotiated transactions. During the quarter and nine months ended June 30,December 31, 2020, Griffon did not purchase any shares of common stock under these repurchase programs. As of June 30,December 31, 2020, an aggregate of $57,955 remains under Griffon's Board authorized repurchase programs.

During the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, there were no shares withheld to settle employee taxes due upon the vesting of restricted stock. During the nine months ended June 30, 2020, 340,775133,027 shares, with a market value of $7,409,$2,774, or $21.74$20.85 per share, respectively, were withheld to settle employee taxes due upon the vesting of restricted stock, and were added to treasury stock. Furthermore, during the ninethree months ended June 30,December 31, 2020, an additional 3,3076,507 shares, with a market value of $70,$135, or $21.22$20.75 per share, were withheld from common stock issued upon the vesting of restricted stock units to settle employee taxes due upon vesting.


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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)


NOTE 1112 – EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)
 
Basic EPS (and diluted EPS in periods when a loss exists) was calculated by dividing income available to common shareholders by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS was calculated by dividing income available to common shareholders by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding plus additional common shares that could be issued in connection with stock based compensation.
 
The following table is a reconciliation of the share amounts (in thousands) used in computing earnings per share:
 Three Months Ended December 31,
 20202019
Common shares outstanding56,490 46,909 
Unallocated ESOP shares(2,010)(2,209)
Non-vested restricted stock(3,687)(3,398)
Impact of weighted average shares(197)(129)
Weighted average shares outstanding - basic50,596 41,173 
Incremental shares from stock based compensation2,596 2,722 
Weighted average shares outstanding - diluted53,192 43,895 
 Three Months Ended June 30, Nine Months Ended June 30,
 2020 2019 2020 2019
Common shares outstanding47,425
 46,801
 47,425
 46,801
Unallocated ESOP shares(2,108) (2,314) (2,108) (2,314)
Non-vested restricted stock(3,555) (3,426) (3,555) (3,426)
Impact of weighted average shares(50) (94) (279) (173)
Weighted average shares outstanding - basic41,712
 40,967
 41,483
 40,888
Incremental shares from stock based compensation2,062
 2,197
 2,335
 1,761
Weighted average shares outstanding - diluted43,774
 43,164
 43,818
 42,649
        


NOTE 1213 – BUSINESS SEGMENTS

In fiscal 2019, Griffon modified its reportable segment structure to provide investors with improved visibility after a series of portfolio repositioning actions which included the divestiture of the Plastics business, the acquisition of ClosetMaid and its subsequent integration into AMES, and the acquisition of CornellCookson by Clopay. The prior year amounts have been recast to reflect the recent change in Griffon's reporting segment structure. Griffon now reports its operations through 3 reportable segments, from continuing operations, as follows:

CPP conducts its operations through AMES. Founded in 1774, AMES is the leading North American manufacturer and a global provider of branded consumer and professional tools and products for home storage and organization, landscaping, and enhancing outdoor lifestyles. CPP sells products globally through a portfolio of leading brands including True Temper, AMES, and ClosetMaid.

HBP conducts its operations through Clopay. Founded in 1964, Clopay is the largest manufacturer and marketer of garage doors and rolling steel doors in North America.  Residential and commercial sectional garage doors are sold through professional dealers and leading home center retail chains throughout North America under the brands Clopay, Ideal, and Holmes. Rolling steel door and grille products designed for commercial, industrial, institutional, and retail use are sold under the CornellCookson brand.

DE conducts its operations through Telephonics, founded in 1933, a globally recognized leading provider of highly sophisticated intelligence, surveillance and communications solutions for defense, aerospace and commercial customers.

Information on Griffon’s reportable segments from continuing operations is as follows:
 For the Three Months Ended December 31,
REVENUE20202019
Consumer and Professional Products$291,042 $241,076 
Home and Building Products250,481 241,381 
Defense Electronics67,768 65,981 
Total consolidated net sales$609,291 $548,438 
 For the Three Months Ended June 30, For the Nine Months Ended June 30,
REVENUE2020 2019 2020 2019
Consumer and Professional Products$328,929
 $273,710
 $844,917
 $777,916
Home and Building Products219,164
 221,521
 670,374
 631,615
Defense Electronics83,968
 79,739
 231,558
 225,594
Total consolidated net sales$632,061
 $574,970
 $1,746,849
 $1,635,125
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)



Disaggregation of Revenue
Revenue from contracts with customers is disaggregated by end markets, segments and geographic location, as it more accurately depicts the nature and amount of the Company’s revenue. The following table presents revenue disaggregated by end market and segment:
For the Three Months Ended December 31,
20202019
Residential repair and remodel$45,600 $35,090 
Retail139,248 119,620 
Residential new construction13,515 14,973 
Industrial9,531 10,623 
International excluding North America83,148 60,770 
Total Consumer and Professional Products291,042 241,076 
Residential repair and remodel126,115 121,997 
Commercial construction95,939 91,887 
Residential new construction28,427 27,497 
Total Home and Building Products250,481 241,381 
U.S. Government47,324 42,701 
International16,895 18,533 
Commercial3,549 4,747 
Total Defense Electronics67,768 65,981 
Total Consolidated Revenue$609,291 $548,438 

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)
 For the Three Months Ended June 30,For the Nine Months Ended June 30,
 2020 20192020 2019
Residential repair and remodel$50,709
 $35,416
$126,304
 $101,015
Retail177,271
 148,596
441,795
 424,537
Residential new construction14,487
 15,345
44,344
 43,162
Industrial9,303
 12,880
30,461
 34,054
International excluding North America77,159
 61,473
202,013
 175,148
Total Consumer and Professional Products328,929
 273,710
844,917
 777,916
Residential repair and remodel109,876
 112,730
332,681
 316,368
Commercial construction84,521
 83,382
262,708
 243,939
Residential new construction24,767
 25,409
74,985
 71,308
Total Home and Building Products219,164
 221,521
670,374
 631,615
U.S. Government54,802
 46,579
151,126
 138,515
International24,779
 30,120
68,333
 75,348
Commercial4,387
 3,040
12,099
 11,731
Total Defense Electronics83,968
 79,739
231,558
 225,594
Total Consolidated Revenue$632,061
 $574,970
$1,746,849
 $1,635,125

The following table presents revenue disaggregated by geography based on the location of the Company's customer:

REVENUE BY GEOGRAPHIC AREA - DESTINATIONFor the Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 For the Nine Months Ended June 30, 2020
 CPPHBPDefense ElectronicsTotal CPPHBPDefense ElectronicsTotal
United States$232,544
$209,222
$56,294
$498,060
 $584,114
$635,232
$157,508
$1,376,854
Europe29,267
81
8,636
37,984
 60,609
109
24,501
85,219
Canada18,231
7,729
3,012
28,972
 53,527
26,849
9,795
90,171
Australia47,614

1,012
48,626
 140,874

1,807
142,681
All other countries1,273
2,132
15,014
18,419
 5,793
8,184
37,947
51,924
Consolidated revenue$328,929
$219,164
$83,968
$632,061
 $844,917
$670,374
$231,558
$1,746,849
          


REVENUE BY GEOGRAPHIC AREA - DESTINATIONFor the Three Months Ended June 30, 2019 For the Nine Months Ended June 30, 2019
 CPPHBPDefense ElectronicsTotal CPPHBPDefense ElectronicsTotal
United States$193,948
$206,489
$49,379
$449,816
 $541,309
$592,261
$148,853
$1,282,423
Europe25,663
31
8,387
34,081
 53,871
77
27,188
81,136
Canada16,246
9,867
2,855
28,968
 54,456
27,832
8,542
90,830
Australia35,829
163
838
36,830
 121,617
613
2,426
124,656
All other countries2,024
4,971
18,280
25,275
 6,663
10,832
38,585
56,080
Consolidated revenue$273,710
$221,521
$79,739
$574,970
 $777,916
$631,615
$225,594
$1,635,125


For the Three Months Ended December 31,
20202019
CPPHBPDETotalCPPHBPDETotal
United States$183,442 $236,531 $47,378 $467,351 $160,158 $226,950 $46,143 $433,251 
Europe13,156 6,905 20,061 6,605 23 5,985 12,613 
Canada22,115 11,488 1,829 35,432 17,781 11,253 2,574 31,608 
Australia69,540 319 69,859 54,228 606 54,834 
All other countries2,789 2,462 11,337 16,588 2,304 3,155 10,673 16,132 
Consolidated revenue$291,042 $250,481 $67,768 $609,291 $241,076 $241,381 $65,981 $548,438 
Griffon evaluates performance and allocates resources based on each segment's operating results before interest income and expense, income taxes, depreciation and amortization, unallocated amounts (mainly corporate overhead), restructuring charges, loss from debt extinguishment and acquisition related expenses, as well as other items that may affect comparability, as applicable (“Segment adjusted EBITDA”). Griffon believes this information is useful to investors for the same reason. The following table provides a reconciliation of Segment adjusted EBITDA to Income before taxes from continuing operations:taxes:
 For the Three Months Ended December 31,
 20202019
Segment adjusted EBITDA:  
Consumer and Professional Products$32,713 $21,926 
Home and Building Products48,369 40,701 
Defense Electronics5,585 4,475 
Segment adjusted EBITDA86,667 67,102 
Unallocated amounts, excluding depreciation *(12,027)(11,942)
Adjusted EBITDA74,640 55,160 
Net interest expense(15,645)(15,950)
Depreciation and amortization(15,266)(15,825)
Restructuring charges(10,800)(6,434)
Gain on sale of SEG business6,240 
Income before taxes$39,169 $16,951 
 For the Three Months Ended June 30, For the Nine Months Ended June 30,
 2020 2019 2020 2019
Segment adjusted EBITDA: 
  
  
  
Consumer and Professional Products$37,115
 $23,970
 $84,068
 $73,151
Home and Building Products39,299
 33,851
 110,635
 85,283
Defense Electronics4,122
 7,280
 12,845
 17,001
Segment adjusted EBITDA80,536
 65,101
 207,548
 175,435
Unallocated amounts, excluding depreciation(11,080) (12,033) (34,969) (34,505)
Adjusted EBITDA69,456
 53,068
 172,579
 140,930
Net interest expense(16,585) (17,087) (49,096) (50,723)
Depreciation and amortization(15,523) (15,595) (47,067) (46,172)
Loss from debt extinguishment(1,235) 
 (7,925) 
Restructuring charges(1,633) 
 (11,171) 
Acquisition costs
 
 (2,960) 
Income before taxes from continuing operations$34,480
 $20,386
 $54,360
 $44,035
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)
* Unallocated amounts typically include general corporate expenses not attributable to a reportable segment.
For the Three Months Ended December 31,
DEPRECIATION and AMORTIZATION20202019
Segment:  
Consumer and Professional Products$8,199 $8,231 
Home and Building Products4,341 4,800 
Defense Electronics2,676 2,644 
Total segment depreciation and amortization15,216 15,675 
Corporate50 150 
Total consolidated depreciation and amortization$15,266 $15,825 
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES  
Segment:  
Consumer and Professional Products$6,907 $3,732 
Home and Building Products2,115 7,939 
Defense Electronics2,904 1,289 
Total segment11,926 12,960 
Corporate212 
Total consolidated capital expenditures$11,926 $13,172 

For the Three Months Ended June 30,
For the Nine Months Ended June 30,
DEPRECIATION and AMORTIZATION2020
2019
2020
2019
Segment: 
 
 
 
ASSETSASSETSAt December 31, 2020At September 30, 2020
Segment assets:Segment assets:  
Consumer and Professional Products$8,197
 $8,158
 $24,650
 $24,148
Consumer and Professional Products$1,309,603 $1,255,127 
Home and Building Products4,507
 4,626
 13,975
 13,683
Home and Building Products600,323 606,785 
Defense Electronics2,666
 2,669
 7,986
 7,926
Defense Electronics294,576 329,128 
Total segment depreciation and amortization15,370
 15,453
 46,611
 45,757
Total segment assetsTotal segment assets2,204,502 2,191,040 
Corporate153
 142
 456
 415
Corporate272,953 248,902 
Total consolidated depreciation and amortization$15,523
 $15,595
 $47,067
 $46,172












CAPITAL EXPENDITURES 

 

 

 
Segment: 

 

 

 
Consumer and Professional Products$7,029
 $3,187
 $14,561
 $11,327
Home and Building Products3,640
 5,088
 15,135
 10,423
Defense Electronics1,538
 2,064
 4,748
 5,797
Total segment12,207
 10,339
 34,444
 27,547
Corporate25
 37
 307
 247
Total consolidated capital expenditures$12,232
 $10,376
 $34,751
 $27,794
Total continuing assetsTotal continuing assets2,477,455 2,439,942 
Assets of discontinued operationsAssets of discontinued operations6,988 8,497 
Consolidated totalConsolidated total$2,484,443 $2,448,439 

ASSETSAt June 30, 2020
At September 30, 2019
Segment assets: 
 
Consumer and Professional Products$1,269,540
 $1,070,510
Home and Building Products592,038
 571,216
Defense Electronics335,262
 347,575
Total segment assets2,196,840
 1,989,301
Corporate105,343
 82,429
Total continuing assets2,302,183
 2,071,730
Assets of discontinued operations8,037
 3,209
Consolidated total$2,310,220
 $2,074,939


NOTE 1314 – EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS

Defined benefit pension expense (income) included in Other Income (Expense), net was as follows:
 Three Months Ended December 31,
 20202019
Interest cost$744 $1,151 
Expected return on plan assets(2,544)(2,586)
Amortization:  
Prior service cost
Recognized actuarial loss1,573 1,042 
Net periodic expense (income)$(227)$(389)
 Three Months Ended June 30, Nine Months Ended June 30,
 2020 2019 2020 2019
Interest cost$1,148
 $1,570
 $3,450
 $4,711
Expected return on plan assets(2,585) (2,583) (7,757) (7,749)
Amortization: 
  
  
  
Prior service cost3
 4
 11
 11
Recognized actuarial loss1,042
 222
 3,126
 666
Net periodic expense (income)$(392) $(787) $(1,170) $(2,361)
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)



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NOTE 1415 – RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
New Accounting Standards ImplementedIssued but not yet effective accounting pronouncements

In March 2020,August 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued optional guidance for a limited time relating to accounting for the discontinuation of the LIBOR rate also known as reference rate reform. The amendments in this update provide optional practical expedients and exceptions for applying U.S. GAAPclarify disclosure requirements related to contracts, hedging relationshipsdefined benefit pension and other transactions affected by reference rate reform if certain criteria are met.post-retirement plans. The amendments in this update are applicable to contract modifications that replace a reference LIBOR rate beginning on March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. The optional expedients primarily apply to the Griffon’s Credit Agreement and Non-U.S. Term Loans. The optional expedients allow the Company to account for modifications due to reference rate reform by prospectively adjusting the effective interest rate on these agreements. The Company expects to apply the optional practical expedients and exceptions to modifications of its agreements affected by reference rate reform. As of June 30, 2020, the Company has not modified its agreements subject to reference rate reform.
In February 2016, FASB issued guidance on lease accounting requiring lessees to recognize a right-of-use asset and a lease liability for long-term leases and to disclose additional quantitative and qualitative information about leasing arrangements. During 2019, the Company developed a project plan to guide the implementation of this guidance. The Company completed this plan including surveying the Company’s businesses, assessing the Company’s portfolio of leases and compiling a central repository of active leases. The Company also implemented a lease accounting software solution to support the new reporting requirements and established a future lease process to keep the lease accounting portfolio up to date. The Company evaluated key policy elections and considerations under the standard and completed an internal policy as well as training to address the new standard requirements. The Company has elected the package of practical expedients and will not apply the recognition requirements to short-term leases. The Company adopted the requirements of the new standard as of October 1, 2019 and applied the modified retrospective approach, whereby the cumulative effect of adoption is recognized as of the date of adoption and comparative prior periods are not retrospectively adjusted. As a result, upon adoption, we have recognized right-of-use assets of $163,552 and lease liabilities of $163,676 associated with our operating leases. The standard had no material impact to retained earnings or on our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income or Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.

In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606) which supersedes nearly all existing revenue recognition guidance. Subsequent to the issuance of Topic 606, the FASB clarified the guidance through several ASUs; hereinafter the collection of revenue guidance is referred to as “ASC 606”. The core principle of ASC 606 is that revenue should be recognized to depict the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. On October 1, 2018, the Company adopted ASC 606 using the modified retrospective method for all contracts. Results for reporting periods beginning October 1, 2018 are presented under ASC 606, while prior period amounts were not adjusted and continue to be reported in accordance with the Company’s historic accounting under Topic 605, Revenue Recognition. Under the modified retrospective method, the Company recognized the cumulative effect of initially applying this accounting standard as an adjustment to the opening balance in retained earnings of approximately $5,673 as of October 1, 2018. The impact to beginning retained earnings primarily related to certain contracts in the Defense Electronics Segment containing provisions for radar and communication products that have an alternative use and/or no right to payment. The adoption of ASC 606 did not have a material impact on the Company’s Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements as of and for the year ended September 30, 2019. See Note 2 - Revenue for additional disclosures required by ASC 606.
In February 2018, the FASB issued guidance that allows companies to reclassify stranded tax effects resulting from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, from accumulated other comprehensive income to retained earnings. This guidance is effective for all entities for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018, and interim periods within those fiscal years,2020, with early adoption permitted, and is effective for the Company in our fiscal 2020. Uponyear beginning in October 1, 2021. We are currently evaluating the effects that the adoption of this guidance as of October 1, 2019, basedwill have on our evaluation, we elected not to reclassify the income tax effects of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act from accumulated other comprehensive income to retained earnings. The adoption of this standard did not have an impact on the Company's financial condition, results of operations, or cash flow.related pension disclosures.
Issued but not yet effective accounting pronouncements

In December 2019, the FASB issued guidance on simplifying the accounting for income taxes by clarifying and amending existing guidance related to the recognition of franchise tax, the evaluation of a step up in the tax basis of goodwill, and the effects of enacted changes in tax laws or rates in the effective tax rate computation, among other clarifications. Our effective date for adoption of this ASUAccounting Standards Update ("ASU") is our fiscal year beginning October 1, 2021 with early adoption permitted. We are currently evaluating the effects that the adoption of this guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements and the related disclosures.


New Accounting Standards Implemented

In April 2019, the FASB issued guidance relating to accounting for credit losses on financial instruments, including trade receivables, and derivatives and hedging. This guidance is effective for all entities for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and interim periods within those fiscal years, with early adoption permitted, and will be effective for the Company beginning in fiscal year 2021. We do not expect the adoptionAdoption of this guidance tostandard did not have a material effectimpact on our consolidated financial statements and the related disclosures.

In August 2018, the FASB issued guidance which modifies the disclosures on fair value measurements by removing the requirement to disclose the amount and reasons for transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy and the policy for timing of such transfers. This guidance expands the disclosure requirements for Level 3 fair value measurements, primarily focused on changes in unrealized gains and losses included in other comprehensive income (loss). This guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, with early adoption permitted, and will be effective for the Company beginning in fiscal year 2021. We are currently evaluating the effects that the adoptionAdoption of this guidance willstandard did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements and the related disclosures.

In August 2018,March 2020, the FASB issued guidanceSEC adopted amendments to clarifythe financial disclosure requirements relatedfor guarantors and issuers of guaranteed securities registered or being registered in Rule 3-10 of Regulation S-X, and affiliates whose securities collateralize securities registered or being registered in Rule 3-16 of Regulation S-X (SEC Release No. 33-10762). The amendment replaces the requirement to defined benefit pensionpresent condensed consolidating financial statements, comprised of balance sheets and other post-retirement plans. The guidance is effectivestatements of operations, comprehensive income and cash flows for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2020,all periods presented, with early adoption permitted, and will be effectivesummarized financial information of the guarantor only for the Company beginning in 2022.most recently completed fiscal year and any subsequent interim period. We are currently evaluatingadopted the effects thatamendments to the adoption of this guidance willdisclosure requirements during the quarter ended December 31, 2020. This amendment did not have an impact on our consolidated financial statements as this amendment simplifies the financial disclosures required in our guarantor and the related disclosures.non-guarantor financial information. See Part I, Item 2, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Supplemental Guarantor Financial Information.
In January 2017, the FASB issued guidance that simplifies how an entity is required to test goodwill for impairment by eliminating Step 2 from the goodwill impairment test. Step 2 measures a goodwill impairment loss by comparing the implied fair value of a reporting unit's goodwill with the carrying amount of that goodwill. This guidance is effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2019, including interim periods within those periods and is effective for the Company beginning October 1, 2020. The Company does not expect this guidance to have a material impact on the Company's financial condition, results of operations or related disclosures.
The Company has implemented all new accounting pronouncements that are in effect and that may impact its financial statements, and does not believe that there are any other new accounting pronouncements that have been issued that might have a material impact on its financial position or results of operations.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)
NOTE 1516 – DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
 
On November 16, 2017, Griffon announced it entered into a definitive agreement to sell Clopay Plastics Products ("Plastics") and on February 6, 2018, completed the sale to Berry for $465,000, net of certain post-closing adjustments. During the second quarter of 2019, Griffon recorded an $11,000 charge ($7,646, net of tax) to discontinued operations. The charge consisted primarily of a purchase price adjustment to resolve a claim related to the $465,000 Plastics divestiture and included an additional reserve for a legacy environmental matter. During the third quarter of 2019, $9,500 of this charge was paid.

In 2008, as a result of the downturn in the residential housing market, Griffon exited substantially all operating activities of its Installation Services segment which sold, installed and serviced garage doors and openers, fireplaces, floor coverings, cabinetry
and a range of related building products, primarily for the new residential housing market. Griffon substantially concluded its remaining disposal activities in 2009.

Installation Services operating results have been reported as discontinued operations in the Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss) for all periods presented; Installation Services is excluded from segment reporting. There was 0 Installation Services revenue or income for the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020 and 2019.
In 2017, Griffon recorded $5,700 of reserves in discontinued operations related to historical environmental remediation efforts and to increase the reserve for homeowner association (HOA) claims related to the Clopay Services Corporation discontinued operations in 2008.


The following amounts summarize the total assets and liabilities are primarily forrelated to the Installation Services and other discontinued activities which have been segregated from Griffon’s continuing operations, and are reported as assets and liabilities of discontinued operations in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets:
At December 31, 2020At September 30, 2020
Assets of discontinued operations:
Prepaid and other current assets$1,591 $2,091 
Other long-term assets5,397 6,406 
Total assets of discontinued operations$6,988 $8,497 
Liabilities of discontinued operations:  
Accrued liabilities, current$4,842 $3,797 
Other long-term liabilities5,504 7,014 
Total liabilities of discontinued operations$10,346 $10,811 
 At June 30, 2020 At September 30, 2019
Assets of discontinued operations:   
Prepaid and other current assets$1,951
 $321
Other long-term assets6,086
 2,888
Total assets of discontinued operations$8,037
 $3,209
    
Liabilities of discontinued operations: 
  
Accrued liabilities, current$3,730
 $4,333
Other long-term liabilities6,281
 3,331
Total liabilities of discontinued operations$10,011
 $7,664


At June 30,December 31, 2020, Griffon's assets and liabilities for Installations Services and other discontinued operationsconsist primarily related toof insurance claims, income tax, and product liability, and warranty and environmental reserves.

NOTE 1617 – RESTRUCTURING CHARGES

In November 2019, Griffon announced the development of a next-generation business platform for CPP to enhance the growth, efficiency, and competitiveness of its U.S. operations.operations, and on November 12, 2020, Griffon announced that CPP is broadening this strategic initiative to include additional North American facilities, the AMES UK and Australia businesses, and a manufacturing facility in China.

ThisThe expanded focus of this initiative includesleverages the same three key development areas. areas being executed within our U.S. operations. First, multiple independent information systems will be unified into a single data and analytics platform which will serve the whole CPP U.S. enterprise. Second, certain CPP U.S.AMES global operations will be consolidated to optimize facilities footprint and talent. Third,Second, strategic investments in automation and facilities expansion will be made to increase the efficiency of our manufacturing and fulfillment operations, and support e-commerce growth.Third, multiple independent information systems will be unified into a single data and analytics platform, which will serve the whole AMES global enterprise.

Expanding the roll-out of the new business platform from our AMES U.S. operations to include AMES’ global operations will extend the duration of the project by one year, with completion now expected by the end of calendar year 2023.When fully implemented, these actions will result in annual cash savings of $30,000 to $35,000 and a reduction in inventory of $30,000 to $35,000, both based on fiscal 2020 operating levels.

The expected costscost to implement this new business platform, over the three-year duration of the project, will include approximately $35,000 of one-time charges of approximately $65,000 and capital investments of approximately $40,000 in capital investments.$65,000. The one-time charges are comprised of $16,000$46,000 of cash charges, which includes $12,000$26,000 of personnel-related costs such as training, severance, and duplicate personnel costs and $4,000as well as $20,000 of facility and lease exit costs. The remaining $19,000 of charges are non-cash and are primarily related to asset write-downs.

InDuring the quarterquarters ended December 31, 2020 and nine months ended June 30, 2020,2019, CPP incurred pre-tax restructuring and related exit costs approximating $1,633$3,079 and $11,171,$6,434, respectively. ForDuring the nine month periodquarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, cash charges totaled $6,479$2,886 non-cash and non-cash, asset-related charges totaled $4,692;$193; the cash charges included $4,842$362 for one-time termination benefits and other personnel-related costs and $1,637$2,524 for facility exit costs. During the quarter ended December 31, 2019, cash charges totaled $2,274 and non-cash, asset-related charges totaled $4,160; the cash charges included $2,134 for one-time termination benefits and other personnel-related costs and $140 for facility exit costs. Non-cash charges included a $1,968$1,740 impairment charge related to a facility’sfacility's operating lease as well as $671 of leasehold improvements made to the leased facility and $304 of inventory that have no
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)
recoverable value, and a $1,749 impairment charge related to machinery and equipment that have no recoverable value at one of the Company's owned manufacturing locations. As a result of these transactions,During the quarter ended December 31, 2020, headcount was reduced by 179.61.

In September 2020, the DE Voluntary Employee Retirement Plan was initiated, which was subsequently followed by a reduction in force in November 2020, to improve efficiencies by combining functions and responsibilities. The combined actions resulted in severance charges of approximately $4,240, with $2,120 recognized in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2020, and the remaining $2,120 was recognized during the quarter ended December 31, 2020.These actions reduced headcount by approximately 90 people.

In addition, charges of $5,601 were recorded during the quarter ended December 31, 2020, primarily related to exiting our older weather radar product lines.

A summary of the restructuring and other related charges included in Cost of goods and services and Selling, general and administrative expenses in the Company's Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations were as follows:

For the Three Months Ended December 31,
20202019
Cost of goods and services$6,425 $2,723 
Selling, general and administrative expenses4,375 3,711 
Total restructuring charges$10,800 $6,434 
For the Three Months Ended December 31,
20202019
Personnel related costs$2,482 $2,134 
Facilities, exit costs and other2,524 140 
Non-cash facility and other5,794 4,160 
Total$10,800 $6,434 
 For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 For the Nine Months Ended June 30, 2020
Cost of goods and services$20
 $4,096
Selling, general and administrative expenses1,613
 7,075
Total restructuring charges$1,633
 $11,171

 For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2020For the Nine Months Ended June 30, 2020
Personnel related costs$1,050
$4,842
Facilities, exit costs and other583
1,637
Non-cash facility and other
4,692
Total$1,633
$11,171


The following table summarizes the accrued liabilities of the Company's restructuring actions:
Cash ChargesNon-Cash
Personnel related costsFacilities &
Exit Costs
Facility and Other CostsTotal
Accrued liability at September 30, 2020$2,701 $264 $$2,965 
Q1 restructuring charges2,482 2,524 5,794 10,800 
Cash payments(1,598)(2,534)(4,132)
Non-cash charges(5,794)(5,794)
Accrued liability at December 31, 2020$3,585 $254 $$3,839 
 Cash Charges Non-Cash  
 Personnel related costs Facilities &
Exit Costs
 Facility and Other Costs Total
Accrued liability at September 30, 2019$
 $
 $
 $
Q1 restructuring charges2,134
 140
 4,160
 6,434
Cash payments(621) (140) 
 (761)
Non-cash charges (1)

 
 (4,160) (4,160)
Accrued liability at December 31, 2019$1,513
 $
 $
 $1,513
Q2 restructuring charges1,658
 914
 532
 3,104
Cash payments(1,041) (914) 
 (1,955)
Non-cash charges (1)

 
 (532) (532)
Accrued liability at March 31, 2020$2,130
 $
 $
 $2,130
Q3 restructuring charges1,050
 583
 
 1,633
Cash payments(828) (380) 
 (1,208)
Accrued liability at June 30, 2020$2,352
 $203
 $
 $2,555
(1) Non-cash charges in Facility and Other Costs primarily represent the non-cash write-off of certain long-lived assets in connection with certain facility closures.


NOTE 1718 – OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE)
 
For the quarters ended June 30,December 31, 2020 and 2019, Other income (expense) of $(41) and $778, respectively, includes $72$(699) and $150,($376), respectively, of net currency exchange gains (losses)losses in connection with the translation of receivables and payables denominated in currencies other than the functional currencies of Griffon and its subsidiaries, net periodic benefit plan income of $392$227 and $787,$389, respectively, as well as $294$330 and $(14),$81, respectively, of net investment (loss) income.

For the nine months ended June 30, 2020 and 2019, Other income (expense) includes $441 and $535, respectively, of net currency exchange gains (losses) in connection with the translation of receivables and payables denominated in currencies other than the functional currencies of Griffon and its subsidiaries, net periodic benefit plan income of $1,170 and $2,361, respectively, as well as $145 and $18, respectively, of net investment (loss) income. During the nine months ended June 30, 2020,Additionally, Other income (expense) also includes a one-time contracttechnology recognition award of $700.for $700 in the quarter ended December 31, 2019.


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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)
NOTE 1819 – WARRANTY LIABILITY
 
DE offers warranties against product defects for periods generally ranging from one to two years, depending on the specific product and terms of the customer purchase agreement. CPP and HBP also offersoffer warranties against product defects for periods generally ranging from one to ten years, with limited lifetime warranties on certain door models. Typical warranties require CPP, HBP and DE to repair or replace the defective products during the warranty period at no cost to the customer. At the time revenue is recognized, Griffon records a liability for warranty costs, estimated based on historical experience, and periodically assesses its warranty obligations and adjusts the liability as necessary. CPP offers an express limited warranty for a period of ninety days on all products from the date of original purchase unless otherwise stated on the product or packaging from the date of original purchase.


Changes in Griffon’s warranty liability, included in Accrued liabilities, were as follows:
 Three Months Ended December 31,
 20202019
Balance, beginning of period$10,843 $7,894 
Warranties issued and changes in estimated pre-existing warranties4,739 3,365 
Actual warranty costs incurred(4,748)(3,915)
Balance, end of period$10,834 $7,344 
 Three Months Ended June 30, Nine Months Ended June 30,
 2020 2019 2020 2019
Balance, beginning of period$7,789
 $8,011
 $7,894
 $8,174
Warranties issued and changes in estimated pre-existing warranties5,773
 3,780
 14,000
 12,541
Actual warranty costs incurred(3,661) (4,063) (11,993) (12,987)
Balance, end of period$9,901
 $7,728
 $9,901
 $7,728


NOTE 1920 – OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
 
The amounts recognized in other comprehensive income (loss) were as follows:
For the Three Months Ended December 31,
 20202019
 Pre-taxTaxNet of taxPre-taxTaxNet of tax
Foreign currency translation adjustments$12,123 $$12,123 $6,470 $$6,470 
Pension and other defined benefit plans2,150 (444)1,706 847 (175)672 
Cash flow hedges(983)295 (688)(430)129 (301)
Total other comprehensive income (loss)$13,290 $(149)$13,141 $6,887 $(46)$6,841 
 Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 Three Months Ended June 30, 2019
 Pre-tax Tax Net of tax Pre-tax Tax Net of tax
Foreign currency translation adjustments$9,508
 $
 $9,508
 $(1,092) $
 $(1,092)
Pension and other defined benefit plans1,443
 (304) 1,139
 236
 (52) 184
Cash flow hedges(2,779) 834
 (1,945) (199) 72
 (127)
Total other comprehensive income (loss)$8,172
 $530
 $8,702
 $(1,055) $20
 $(1,035)

 Nine Months Ended June 30, 2020 Nine Months Ended June 31, 2019
 Pre-tax Tax Net of tax Pre-tax Tax Net of tax
Foreign currency translation adjustments$(493) $
 $(493) $(3,943) $
 $(3,943)
Pension and other defined benefit plans3,137
 (657) 2,480
 708
 (156) 552
Cash flow hedges(1,826) 548
 (1,278) (306) 92
 (214)
Total other comprehensive income (loss)$818
 $(109) $709
 $(3,541) $(64) $(3,605)

The components of Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) are as follows:
At December 31, 2020At September 30, 2020
Foreign currency translation adjustments$(13,560)$(25,683)
Pension and other defined benefit plans(44,892)(46,598)
Change in Cash flow hedges(499)189 
$(58,951)$(72,092)
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 At June 30, 2020 At September 30, 2019
Foreign currency translation adjustments$(31,777) $(31,284)
Pension and other defined benefit plans(32,334) (34,814)
Change in Cash flow hedges(1,096) 182
 $(65,207) $(65,916)
GRIFFON CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) to income were as follows:
 For the Three Months Ended December 31,
Gain (Loss)20202019
Pension amortization$(1,573)$(1,046)
Cash flow hedges(658)(56)
Total gain (loss)(2,231)(1,102)
Tax benefit (expense)469 231 
Total$(1,762)$(871)
 For the Three Months Ended June 30, For the Nine Months Ended June 30,
Gain (Loss)2020 2019 2020 2019
Pension amortization$(1,045) $(226) $(3,137) $(677)
Cash flow hedges556
 663
 1,550
 1,597
Total gain (loss)$(489) $437
 (1,587) 920
Tax benefit (expense)102
 (92) 333
 (193)
Total$(387) $345
 $(1,254) $727
NOTE 21 — LEASES


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NOTE 20 — LEASES

In February 2016, the FASB issued an Accounting Standards Update (ASU 2016-02) related to the accounting and financial statement presentation for leases. This new guidance requires a lessee to recognizeThe Company recognizes right-of-use ("ROU") assets and lease liabilities on the balance sheet, with an election to exemptthe exception of leases with a term of twelve months or less. The Company adopted the requirements of the new standard as of October 1, 2019 and applied the modified retrospective approach, whereby the cumulative effect of adoption is recognized as of the date of adoption and comparative prior periods are not retrospectively adjusted. As a result, upon adoption, we have recognized ROU assets of $163,552 and lease liabilities of $163,676 associated with our operating leases. The standard had no material impact to retained earnings or on our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income or Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.

The Company determines if an arrangement is a lease at inception. The ROU assets and short and long-term liabilities associated with our Operating leases are shown as separate line items on our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. Finance leases are included in property, plant, and equipment, net, other accrued liabilities, and other non-current liabilities. The Company's finance leases are immaterial. ROU assets, along with any other related long-lived assets, are periodically evaluated for impairment. In connection with the Company's restructuring activities, during the nine months ended June 30, 2020, a $1,968 impairment charge was recorded related to a facility’s operating lease as well as $671 and of leasehold improvements made to the leased facility that have no recoverable value. See Note 16, Restructuring Charges.

ROU assets represent our right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent our obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. ROU assets and liabilities are recognized at the lease commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term. As most of our leases do not provide an implicit rate, we use our incremental borrowing rate based on the information available at the commencement date in determining the present value of lease payments. We use the implicit rate when readily determinable. For leases existing as of October 1, 2019, we have elected to use the remaining lease term as of the adoption date in determining the incremental borrowing rate. Our determination of the lease term may include options to extend or terminate the lease when it is reasonably certain that we will exercise that option.

The Company has elected the package of practical expedients permitted under the transition guidance within the new standard, which among other things, allows us to carry forward the historical lease classification. We also elected a practical expedient to determine the reasonably certain lease term.

For operating leases, fixed lease payments are recognized as operating lease cost on a straight-line basis over the lease term. For finance leases and impaired operating leases, the ROU asset is depreciated on a straight-line basis over the remaining lease term, along with recognition of interest expense associated with accretion of the lease liability. For leases with a lease term of 12 months or less (a "Short-term" lease), any fixed lease payments are recognized on a straight-line basis over such term, and are not recognized on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. Variable lease cost for both operating and finance leases, if any, is recognized as incurred. The Company has lease agreements that contain both lease and non-lease components. For real estate leases, we account for lease components together with non-lease components (e.g., common-area maintenance). Components of operating lease costs are as follows:
For the Three Months Ended December 31,
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2020For the Nine Months Ended June 30, 202020202019
Fixed$9,909
$28,648
Fixed$10,040 $9,552 
Variable (a), (b)
2,032
5,608
Variable (a), (b)
2,047 1,753 
Short-term (b)
1,280
4,103
Short-term (b)
1,114 1,430 
Total*$13,221
$38,359
TotalTotal$13,201 $12,735 
(a) Primarily relatedrelates to common-area maintenance and property taxes.
(b) Not recorded on the balance sheet.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)

Supplemental cash flow information were as follows:

For the Three Months Ended December 31,
20202019
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Operating cash flows from operating leases$11,205 $12,277 
Financing cash flows from finance leases803 962 
Total$12,008 $13,239 
  For the Nine Months ended June 30, 2020
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:  
Operating cash flows from operating leases $32,882
Financing cash flows from finance leases 3,202
Total $36,084

Supplemental Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet information related to leases were as follows:

At June 30, 2020At December 31, 2020September 30, 2020
Operating Leases: Operating Leases:
Right of use assets: Right of use assets:
Operating right-of-use assets$154,955
Operating right-of-use assets$157,860 $161,627 

 
Lease Liabilities: Lease Liabilities:
Current portion of operating lease liabilities$29,018
Current portion of operating lease liabilities$31,304 $31,848 
Long-term operating lease liabilities131,650
Long-term operating lease liabilities132,634 136,054 
Total operating lease liabilities$160,668
Total operating lease liabilities$163,938 $167,902 

 
Finance Leases: Finance Leases:
Property, plant and equipment, net(1)
$13,318
Property, plant and equipment, net(1)
$17,975 $18,774 

 
Lease Liabilities: Lease Liabilities:
Notes payable and current portion of long-term debt$3,427
Notes payable and current portion of long-term debt$3,146 $3,352 
Long-term debt, net9,725
Long-term debt, net14,885 15,339 
Total financing lease liabilities$13,152
Total financing lease liabilities$18,031 $18,691 

 
(1) Finance lease assets are recorded net of accumulated depreciation of $1,464.$3,319.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)
Two Griffon subsidiaries have finance leases outstanding for real estate located in Troy, Ohio and Ocala, Florida.The leases mature in 2021 and 2025, respectively, and bear interest at fixed rates of approximately 5.0% and 5.6%, respectively.The Troy, Ohio lease is secured by a mortgage on the real estate and is guaranteed by Griffon.The Ocala, Florida lease contains 2 five-year renewal options.As of December 31, 2020 and September 30, 2020, $16,553 and $17,188, respectively, was outstanding, net of issuance costs.The remaining lease liability balance relates to finance equipment leases.

The aggregate future maturities of lease payments for operating leases and finance leases as of June 30,December 31, 2020 are as follows (in thousands):
Operating LeasesFinance LeasesOperating LeasesFinance Leases
2020(a)
$8,794
$1,259
2020(a)
$28,990 $3,317 
202134,624
4,252
202134,154 2,732 
202229,658
2,673
202225,804 2,395 
202323,123
2,361
202318,956 2,122 
202416,904
2,101
202417,138 2,074 
202514,773
1,382
202511,739 2,074 
Thereafter70,304

Thereafter63,844 7,777 
Total lease payments198,180
14,028
Total lease payments200,625 22,491 
Less: Imputed Interest(37,512)(876)Less: Imputed Interest(36,687)(4,460)
Present value of lease liabilities$160,668
$13,152
Present value of lease liabilities$163,938 $18,031 
(a) Excluding the ninethree months ended June 30,December 31, 2020

The aggregate minimum lease payments for operating leases, as calculated prior to the adoption of ASU 2016-02, were as follows:

 At September 30, 2019
2020$35,176
202130,730
202226,119
202320,008
202414,198
Thereafter78,105
Total$204,336




Average lease terms and discount rates at December 31, 2020 were as follows:
At June 30, 2020
Weighted-average remaining lease term (years)
Operating leases8.38.2
Finance Leases2.38.4
Weighted-average discount rate
Operating Leases5.174.46 %
Finance Leases4.365.52 %



NOTE 2122 — COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
 
Legal and environmental

Peekskill Site. Lightron Corporation (“Lightron”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Griffon, once conducted operations at a location in Peekskill in the Town of Cortlandt, New York, just outside the city of Peekskill, New York (the “Peekskill Site”) owned by ISC Properties, Inc. (“ISCP”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Griffon. ISCP sold the Peekskill Site in November 1982.

Subsequently, ISCP was advised by the Department of Environmental Conservation of New York State ("DEC"(the "DEC")that random sampling at the Peekskill Site and in a creek near the Peekskill Site indicated concentrations of solvents and other chemicals common to Lightron’s prior plating operations. operations by a Lightron subsidiary.In 1996, ISCP entered into a consent order with the DEC (the “Consent Order”), pursuant to which ISCP was required to perform a remedial investigation and prepare a feasibility study (the “Feasibility Study”).After completing the initial remedial investigation, ISCP conducted supplemental remedial investigations over the next several years, supplemental remedial investigations, including soil vapor investigations, as required by the Consent Order.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)
In April 2009, the DEC advised ISCP that both the DEC and the New York State Department of Health had reviewed and accepted an August 2007 Remedial Investigation Report and an Additional Data Collection Summary Report dated January 30, 2009. ISCP submitted to the DEC a draft Feasibility Study which was accepted and approved by the DEC in February 2011.ISCP satisfied its obligations under the Consent Order when DEC approved the Remedial Investigation and Feasibility Study for the Peekskill Site.In June 2011 the DEC issued a Record of Decision that set forth a Remedial Action Plan for the Peekskill Site that set forthidentified the specific remedies selected and responded to public comments. The approximate cost of the remedy proposed by DEC in its Remedial Action Plan was approximately $10,000.
 
Following issuance of the Remedial Action Plan, the DEC implemented a portion of its plan, and also performed additional investigation for the presence of metals in soils and sediments downstream from the Peekskill Site. During this investigation chromium wasmetals were found to be present in sediments further downstream offrom the Peekskill site than previously detected.

In August 2018, the DEC sent a letter to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (the “EPA”), in which the DEC requested that the Peekskill Site be nominated by the EPA for inclusion on the National Priorities List under CERCLA (the “NPL”). Based on the DEC’s request and on an analysis by a consultant retained by the EPA, on May 15, 2019 the EPA added the Peekskill Site to the

NPL under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) andhas since announced that it is now performing a Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study. On August 25, 2020, the EPA sent a letter to several parties, including Lightron and ISCP, requesting that each such party inform the EPA as to whether it would be willing to enter into discussions regarding implementation of a Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study (“RI/FS”). The EPA estimatesalso sent a request for information to each party under Section 104(e) of CERCLA. Lightron and ISCP have informed the EPA that they are willing to participate in discussions regarding implementation of the RI/FS. Lightron and ISCP have also submitted responses to certain items contained in the Section 104(e) information request, with additional responses to follow. The current owner of the property, which acquired the Peekskill Site from ISCP in 1982 and has no relationship with Lightron or ISCP, has also informed the EPA that it will selectis willing to discuss implementation of the RI/FS, and has also received, and submitted certain information in response to, a remedy in 2022.

It is uncertain what subsequent action the EPA will take.Section 104(e) information request. The EPA may decide to implement the RI/FS, on its own or through the use of consultants, may reach agreement with one or more parties to perform the RI/FS, or may offer to negotiate with one or more parties to accept a settlement addressing the potential liability of such parties for investigation and/or remediation at the Peekskill Site. Should the EPA implement the RI/FS, or perform further studies of the site and/or subsequently remediate the site, and in such event,without first reaching agreement with one or more relevant parties, the EPA would likely seek reimbursement for the costs incurred from potentially responsible parties (“PRPs”). Alternatively, the EPA could enter into negotiations with the PRPs to request that the PRPs perform further studies and/or remediate the site.such parties.

Lightron has not engaged in any operations in over three decades. ISCP functioned solely as a real estate holding company, and has not held any real property in over three decades. Griffon does not acknowledge any responsibility to perform any investigation or remediation at the Peekskill Site.

Improper Advertisement Claim involving Union Tools® Products.  Beginning in December 2004, a customer of AMES had been named in various litigation matters relating to certain Union Tools products. The plaintiffs in those litigation matters asserted causes of action against the customer of AMES for improper advertisement to end consumers. The allegations suggested that advertisements led the consumers to believe that Union Tools’ hand tools were wholly manufactured within boundaries of the United States.  The complaints asserted various causes of action against the customer of AMES under federal and state law, including common law fraud. At some point, the customer may seek indemnity (including recovery of its legal fees and costs) against AMES for an unspecified amount. Presently, AMES cannot estimate the amount of loss, if any, if the customer were to seek legal recourse against AMES.

Union Fork and Hoe, Frankfort, NY site.The former Union Fork and Hoe property in Frankfort, NYNew York was acquired by AMES in 2006 as part of a larger acquisition, and has historic site contamination involving chlorinated solvents, petroleum hydrocarbons and metals. AMES has entered into an Order on Consent with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.Conservation (“DEC”). While the Order is without admission or finding of liability or acknowledgment that there has been a release of hazardous substances at the site, AMES isthe Order required Ames to perform a remedial investigation of certain portions of the property and to recommend a remediation option. In 2018, Ames submitted a Feasibility Study recommending excavation of shallow soils for lead, arsenic and hydrocarbons in addition to deeper excavation for lead. DEC approved the selection of this remedy in 2019 by issuing a Record of Decision. Remediation activities to satisfyDecision (“ROD”). Beginning in late 2019 and through June 2020, Ames completed the Record of Decision were completed in June 2020. Theremediation required by the ROD and filed a Construction Completion Report, a Site Management Plan and an environmental easement with DEC. While Ames was implementing the remediation required by the ROD, DEC has requested additional investigation of one additionala small area on the site and of an area adjacent to the site perimeter. Ames investigated the on-site area and has initiated limited remediation under a workplan approved by DEC. AMES expects to complete this limited remediation by February 2021. Ames has also submitted a workplan to satisfy this request. The DEC has also requested that Ames develop and implement a workplaninvestigate the areas adjacent to assess certain off-site areas adjoining the boundaries of the site which Ames expects to submit in August 2020.perimeter. AMES has a number of defenses to liability in this matter, including its rights under a previous Consent Judgment entered into between the DEC and a predecessor of AMES relating to the site. Ames’ insurer has accepted Ames’ claim for a substantial portion of the costs incurred and to be incurred with respect tofor both the on-site and off-site activities.


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GRIFFON CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(US dollars and non US currencies in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
(Unless otherwise indicated, references to years or year-end refer to Griffon’s fiscal period ending September 30)
U.S. Government investigations and claims

Defense contracts and subcontracts, including Griffon’s contracts and subcontracts, are subject to audit and review by various agencies and instrumentalities of the United States government, including among others, the Defense Contract Audit Agency, the Defense Criminal Investigative Service, and the Department of Justice which has responsibility for asserting claims on behalf of the U.S. Government.

In general, departments and agencies of the U.S. Government have the authority to investigate various transactions and operations of Griffon, and the results of such investigations may lead to administrative, civil or criminal proceedings, the ultimate outcome of which could be fines, penalties, repayments or compensatory or treble damages. U.S. Government regulations provide that certain findings against a contractor may lead to suspension or debarment from future U.S. Government contracts or the loss of export privileges for a company or an operating division or subdivision. Suspension or debarment could have a material adverse effect on Telephonics because of its reliance on government contracts.

General legal

Griffon is subject to various laws and regulations relating to the protection of the environment and is a party to legal proceedings arising in the ordinary course of business. Management believes, based on facts presently known to it, that the resolution of the matters above and such other matters will not have a material adverse effect on Griffon’s consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.

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NOTE 22 — CONSOLIDATING GUARANTOR AND NON-GUARANTOR FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Griffon’s Senior Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed, jointly and severally by Clopay Corporation, Telephonics Corporation, The AMES Companies, Inc., ATT Southern LLC, Clopay Ames Holding Corp., ClosetMaid LLC, CornellCookson, LLC and Cornell Real Estate Holdings, LLC, all of which are indirectly 100% owned by Griffon. In accordance with Rule 3-10 of Regulation S-X promulgated under the Securities Act, presented below are condensed consolidating financial information as of June 30, 2020 and September 30, 2019 and for the three and nine months ended June 30, 2020 and 2019. The financial information may not necessarily be indicative of the results of operations or financial position of the guarantor companies or non-guarantor companies had they operated as independent entities. The guarantor companies and the non-guarantor companies include the consolidated financial results of their wholly-owned subsidiaries accounted for under the equity method.

The indentures relating to the Senior Notes (the “Indentures”) contain terms providing that, under certain limited circumstances, a guarantor will be released from its obligations to guarantee the Senior Notes.  These circumstances include (i) a sale of at least a majority of the stock, or all or substantially all the assets, of the subsidiary guarantor as permitted by the Indentures; (ii) a public equity offering of a subsidiary guarantor that qualifies as a “Minority Business” as defined in the Indentures (generally, a business the EBITDA of which constitutes less than 50% of the segment adjusted EBITDA of the Company for the most recently ended four fiscal quarters), and that meets certain other specified conditions as set forth in the Indentures; (iii) the designation of a guarantor as an “unrestricted subsidiary” as defined in the Indentures, in compliance with the terms of the Indentures; (iv) Griffon exercising its right to defease the Senior Notes, or to otherwise discharge its obligations under the Indentures, in each case in accordance with the terms of the Indentures; and (v) upon obtaining the requisite consent of the holders of the Senior Notes.


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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING BALANCE SHEETS
At June 30, 2020Table of Contents
($ in thousands)Parent Company Guarantor Companies Non-Guarantor Companies Elimination Consolidation
CURRENT ASSETS 
  
  
  
  
Cash and equivalents$4,727
 $19,697
 $47,575
 $
 $71,999
Accounts receivable, net of allowances
 307,625
 217,590
 (165,751) 359,464
Contract costs and recognized income not yet billed, net of progress payments
 89,526
 2,617
 
 92,143
Inventories, net
 347,703
 63,903
 (578) 411,028
Prepaid and other current assets19,519
 24,144
 5,068
 2,634
 51,365
Assets of discontinued operations
 
 1,951
 
 1,951
Total Current Assets24,246
 788,695
 338,704
 (163,695) 987,950
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT, net1,232
 289,224
 44,862
 
 335,318
OPERATING LEASE RIGHT-OF-USE ASSETS9,633
 124,566
 20,756
 
 154,955
GOODWILL
 375,734
 63,933
 
 439,667
INTANGIBLE ASSETS, net93
 219,056
 135,235
 
 354,384
INTERCOMPANY RECEIVABLE16,555
 679,666
 84,671
 (780,892) 
EQUITY INVESTMENTS IN SUBSIDIARIES1,702,746
 766,863
 3,154,553
 (5,624,162) 
OTHER ASSETS12,228
 39,491
 (5,638) (14,221) 31,860
ASSETS OF DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
 
 6,086
 
 6,086
Total Assets$1,766,733
 $3,283,295
 $3,843,162
 $(6,582,970) $2,310,220
CURRENT LIABILITIES 
  
  
  
  
Notes payable and current portion of long-term debt$
 $2,973
 $6,262
 $
 $9,235
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities58,619
 426,260
 72,451
 (163,142) 394,188
Current portion of operating lease liabilities1,842
 22,229
 4,947
 
 29,018
Liabilities of discontinued operations
 
 3,730
 
 3,730
Total Current Liabilities60,461
 451,462
 87,390
 (163,142) 436,171
          
LONG-TERM DEBT, net1,087,135
 10,258
 25,972
 
 1,123,365
LONG-TERM OPERATING LEASE LIABILITIES8,886
 106,552
 16,212
 
 131,650
INTERCOMPANY PAYABLES77,139
 254,479
 467,463
 (799,081) 
OTHER LIABILITIES24,657
 77,228
 10,242
 (7,829) 104,298
LIABILITIES OF DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
 
 6,281
 
 6,281
Total Liabilities1,258,278
 899,979
 613,560
 (970,052) 1,801,765
SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY508,455
 2,383,316
 3,229,602
 (5,612,918) 508,455
Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity$1,766,733
 $3,283,295
 $3,843,162
 $(6,582,970) $2,310,220



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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING BALANCE SHEETS
At September 30, 2019

($ in thousands)Parent
Company
 Guarantor
Companies
 Non-Guarantor
Companies
 Elimination Consolidation
CURRENT ASSETS 
  
  
  
  
Cash and equivalents$1,649
 $25,217
 $45,511
 $
 $72,377
Accounts receivable, net of allowances
 227,069
 38,580
 (1,199) 264,450
Contract costs and recognized income not yet billed, net of progress payments
 104,109
 1,002
 
 105,111
Inventories, net
 372,839
 69,540
 (258) 442,121
Prepaid and other current assets8,238
 25,754
 6,951
 (144) 40,799
Assets of discontinued operations
 
 321
 
 321
Total Current Assets9,887
 754,988
 161,905
 (1,601) 925,179
          
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT, net1,184
 289,282
 46,860
 
 337,326
GOODWILL
 375,734
 61,333
 
 437,067
INTANGIBLE ASSETS, net93
 224,275
 132,271
 
 356,639
INTERCOMPANY RECEIVABLE5,834
 864,884
 75,684
 (946,402) 
EQUITY INVESTMENTS IN SUBSIDIARIES1,628,031
 581,438
 3,233,038
 (5,442,507) 
OTHER ASSETS8,182
 24,635
 (2,352) (14,625) 15,840
ASSETS OF DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
 
 2,888
 
 2,888
Total Assets$1,653,211
 $3,115,236
 $3,711,627
 $(6,405,135) $2,074,939
CURRENT LIABILITIES 
  
  
  
  
Notes payable and current portion of long-term debt$
 $3,075
 $7,450
 $
 $10,525
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities41,796
 266,411
 68,390
 (1,356) 375,241
Liabilities of discontinued operations
 
 4,333
 
 4,333
Total Current Liabilities41,796
 269,486
 80,173
 (1,356) 390,099
LONG-TERM DEBT, net1,040,449
 3,119
 50,181
 
 1,093,749
INTERCOMPANY PAYABLES71,634
 457,265
 444,557
 (973,456) 
OTHER LIABILITIES21,569
 81,582
 15,017
 (8,171) 109,997
LIABILITIES OF DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
 
 3,331
 
 3,331
Total Liabilities1,175,448
 811,452
 593,259
 (982,983) 1,597,176
SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY477,763
 2,303,784
 3,118,368
 (5,422,152) 477,763
Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity$1,653,211
 $3,115,236
 $3,711,627
 $(6,405,135) $2,074,939



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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2020
($ in thousands)Parent Company Guarantor Companies Non-Guarantor Companies Elimination Consolidation
Revenue$
 $515,083
 $126,847
 $(9,869) $632,061
Cost of goods and services
 385,717
 91,541
 (10,200) 467,058
Gross profit
 129,366
 35,306
 331
 165,003
Selling, general and administrative expenses5,229
 85,512
 22,913
 (145) 113,509
          
Income (loss) from operations(5,229) 43,854
 12,393
 476
 51,494
Other income (expense) 
  
  
  
  
Interest income (expense), net(7,013) (9,537) (35) 
 (16,585)
Loss from debt extinguishment, net(1,235) 
 
 
 (1,235)
Other, net126
 (2,852) 4,004
 (472) 806
Total other income (expense)(8,122) (12,389) 3,969
 (472) (17,014)
Income (loss) before taxes(13,351) 31,465
 16,362
 4
 34,480
Provision (benefit) for income taxes(3,533) 10,843
 5,335
 4
 12,649
Income (loss) before equity in net income of subsidiaries(9,818) 20,622
 11,027
 
 21,831
Equity in net income (loss) of subsidiaries31,649
 10,920
 20,622
 (63,191) 
          
Net Income (loss)$21,831
 $31,542
 $31,649
 $(63,191) $21,831
Comprehensive income (loss)$30,533
 $36,940
 $26,251
 $(63,191) $30,533



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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2019

($ in thousands)Parent Company Guarantor Companies Non-Guarantor Companies Elimination Consolidation
Revenue$
 $470,228
 $118,694
 $(13,952) $574,970
Cost of goods and services
 350,197
 84,568
 (14,278) 420,487
Gross profit
 120,031
 34,126
 326
 154,483
Selling, general and administrative expenses5,342
 85,885
 27,252
 (490) 117,989
Income (loss) from operations(5,342) 34,146
 6,874
 816
 36,494
Other income (expense) 
  
  
  
  
Interest income (expense), net(7,171) (9,048) (868) 
 (17,087)
Other, net4,963
 (15,918) 12,762
 (828) 979
Total other income (expense)(2,208) (24,966) 11,894
 (828) (16,108)
Income (loss) before taxes(7,550) 9,180
 18,768
 (12) 20,386
Provision (benefit) for income taxes(4,815) 9,124
 1,961
 (12) 6,258
Income (loss) before equity in net income of subsidiaries(2,735) 56
 16,807
 
 14,128
Equity in net income (loss) of subsidiaries16,330
 15,641
 56
 (32,027) 
Income (loss) from continuing operations13,595
 15,697
 16,863
 (32,027) 14,128
Income (loss) from operation of discontinued businesses
 
 
 
 
Provision (benefit) from income taxes
 
 533
 
 533
Income (loss) from discontinued operations
 
 (533) 
 (533)
Net Income (loss)$13,595
 $15,697
 $16,330
 $(32,027) $13,595
          
Comprehensive income (loss)$12,560
 $(597) $32,624
 $(32,027) $12,560



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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
For the Nine Months Ended June 30, 2020

($ in thousands)Parent Company Guarantor Companies Non-Guarantor Companies Elimination Consolidation
Revenue$
 $1,418,975
 $357,812
 $(29,938) $1,746,849
Cost of goods and services
 1,058,556
 252,331
 (30,994) 1,279,893
Gross profit
 360,419
 105,481
 1,056
 466,956
          
Selling, general and administrative expenses19,169
 264,698
 74,237
 (330) 357,774
Income (loss) from operations(19,169) 95,721
 31,244
 1,386
 109,182
Other income (expense) 
  
  
  
  
Interest income (expense), net(20,217) (28,916) 37
 
 (49,096)
Loss from debt extinguishment, net(7,925) 
 
 
 (7,925)
Other, net(389) (6,870) 10,844
 (1,386) 2,199
Total other income (expense)(28,531) (35,786) 10,881
 (1,386) (54,822)
Income (loss) before taxes(47,700) 59,935
 42,125
 
 54,360
Provision (benefit) for income taxes(17,355) 22,648
 15,729
 
 21,022
Income (loss) before equity in net income of subsidiaries(30,345) 37,287
 26,396
 
 33,338
Equity in net income (loss) of subsidiaries63,683
 26,457
 37,287
 (127,427) 
          
Net income (loss)$33,338
 $63,744
 $63,683
 $(127,427) $33,338
          
Comprehensive income (loss)$34,047
 $63,744
 $63,683
 $(127,427) $34,047



37


CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
For the Nine Months Ended June 30, 2019

($ in thousands)Parent Company Guarantor Companies Non-Guarantor Companies Elimination Consolidation
Revenue$
 $1,352,211
 $311,219
 $(28,305) $1,635,125
Cost of goods and services
 1,013,676
 215,786
 (29,370) 1,200,092
Gross profit
 338,535
 95,433
 1,065
 435,033
          
Selling, general and administrative expenses15,651
 255,674
 72,478
 (277) 343,526
Income (loss) from operations(15,651) 82,861
 22,955
 1,342
 91,507
          
Other income (expense) 
  
  
  
  
Interest income (expense), net(20,806) (27,306) (2,611) 
 (50,723)
Other, net4,228
 (14,102) 14,479
 (1,354) 3,251
Total other income (expense)(16,578) (41,408) 11,868
 (1,354) (47,472)
Income (loss) before taxes(32,229) 41,453
 34,823
 (12) 44,035
Provision (benefit) for income taxes(12,592) 20,390
 6,878
 (12) 14,664
Income (loss) before equity in net income of subsidiaries(19,637) 21,063
 27,945
 
 29,371
Equity in net income (loss) of subsidiaries40,829
 33,337
 21,063
 (95,229) 
Income (loss) from continuing operations$21,192
 $54,400
 $49,008
 $(95,229) $29,371
Income (loss) from operations of discontinued businesses
 
 (11,000) 
 (11,000)
Provision (benefit) from income taxes
 
 (2,821) 
 (2,821)
Income (loss) from discontinued operations
 
 (8,179) 
 (8,179)
Net income (loss)$21,192
 $54,400
 $40,829
 $(95,229) $21,192
          
Comprehensive income (loss)$17,587
 $58,450
 $36,779
 $(95,229) $17,587



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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
For the Nine Months Ended June 30, 2020
($ in thousands)Parent Company Guarantor Companies Non-Guarantor Companies Elimination Consolidation
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: 
  
  
  
  
Net income (loss)$33,338
 $63,744
 $63,683
 $(127,427) $33,338
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:(10,683) 35,520
 31,107
 
 55,944
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: 
  
  
  
  
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment(306) (30,497) (3,948) 
 (34,751)
Acquired businesses, net of cash acquired
 
 (10,531) 
 (10,531)
Investment purchases(130) 
 
 
 (130)
Proceeds from sale of assets
 341
 (2) 
 339
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities(436) (30,156) (14,481) 
 (45,073)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: 
  
  
  
  
Purchase of shares for treasury(7,479) 
 
 
 (7,479)
Proceeds from long-term debt1,224,722
 
 5,896
 
 1,230,618
Payments of long-term debt(1,171,365) (2,647) (31,219) 
 (1,205,231)
Financing costs(16,543) 
 
 
 (16,543)
Dividends paid(10,639) 
 
 
 (10,639)
Other, net(4,499) (7,723) 12,191
 
 (31)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities14,197
 (10,370) (13,132) 
 (9,305)
CASH FLOWS FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS: 
  
  
  
  
Net cash provided by (used) in discontinued operations
 
 (2,481) 
 (2,481)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and equivalents
 (514) 1,051
 
 537
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND EQUIVALENTS3,078
 (5,520) 2,064
 
 (378)
CASH AND EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD1,649
 25,217
 45,511
 
 72,377
CASH AND EQUIVALENTS AT END OF PERIOD$4,727
 $19,697
 $47,575
 $
 $71,999


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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
For the Nine Months Ended June 30, 2019
($ in thousands)Parent Company Guarantor Companies Non-Guarantor Companies Elimination Consolidation
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: 
  
  
  
  
Net income (loss)$21,192
 $54,400
 $40,829
 $(95,229) $21,192
Net (income) loss from discontinued operations
 
 8,179
 
 8,179
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:(20,805) 24,179
 11,608
 
 14,982
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: 
  
  
  
  
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment(247) (23,221) (4,326) 
 (27,794)
Acquired businesses, net of cash acquired(9,219) 
 
 
 (9,219)
Investment purchases(149) 
 
 
 (149)
Proceeds from sale of business(9,500) 
 
 
 (9,500)
Insurance payments(10,604) 
 
 
 (10,604)
Proceeds from sale of assets
 79
 25
 
 104
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities(29,719) (23,142) (4,301) 
 (57,162)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: 
  
  
  
  
Purchase of shares for treasury(1,478) 
 
 
 (1,478)
Proceeds from long-term debt138,541
 116
 18,143
 
 156,800
Payments of long-term debt(75,694) (2,605) (29,961) 
 (108,260)
Contingent consideration for acquired businesses
 
 (1,686) 
 (1,686)
Financing costs(1,012) 
 
 
 (1,012)
Dividends paid(10,262) 
 
 
 (10,262)
Other, net(197) 5,694
 (5,694) 
 (197)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities49,898
 3,205
 (19,198) 
 33,905
CASH FLOWS FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS: 
  
  
  
  
Net cash provided by (used in) discontinued operations
 
 (3,874) 
 (3,874)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and equivalents
 (118) 621
 
 503
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND EQUIVALENTS(626) 4,124
 (15,144) 
 (11,646)
CASH AND EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD15,976
 16,353
 37,429
 
 69,758
CASH AND EQUIVALENTS AT END OF PERIOD$15,350
 $20,477
 $22,285
 $
 $58,112



(Unless otherwise indicated, US dollars and non US currencies are in thousands, except per share data)

Item 2 - Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
 
BUSINESS
Overview

Griffon Corporation (the “Company”, “Griffon”, "we" or "us") is a diversified management and holding company that conducts business through wholly-owned subsidiaries. The Company was founded in 1959, is a Delaware corporation headquartered in New York, N.Y. and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:GFF).

Business Strategy

We own and operate, and seek to acquire, businesses in multiple industries and geographic markets. Our objective is to maintain leading positions in the markets we serve by providing innovative, branded products with superior quality and industry-leading service. We place emphasis on our iconic and well-respected brands, which helps to differentiate us and our offerings from our competitors and strengthens our relationship with our customers and those who ultimately use our products.

Through operating a diverse portfolio of businesses, we expect to reduce variability caused by external factors such as market cyclicality, seasonality, and weather. We achieve diversity by providing various product offerings and brands through multiple sales and distribution channels and conducting business across multiple countries which we consider our home markets.

Griffon oversees the operations of its subsidiaries, allocates resources among them and manages their capital structures. Griffon provides direction and assistance to its subsidiaries in connection with acquisition and growth opportunities as well as in connection with divestitures. As long-term investors, having substantial experience in a variety of industries, our intent is to continue the growth and strengthening of our existing businesses, and to diversify further through investments in our businesses and through acquisitions.

Over the past three years, we have undertaken a series of transformative transactions. We integrateddivested our most significant acquisitions intospecialty plastics business in 2018 to focus on our wholly owned subsidiaries,core markets and improve our free cash flow conversion. Also in 2018, we expanded the scope of The AMES Companies, Inc. ("AMES") and Clopay Corporation ("Clopay") through the acquisitions of ClosetMaid, LLC ("ClosetMaid") and CornellCookson, Inc. ("CornellCookson"), expanding the scope of both AMES and Clopay. In particular,respectively. CornellCookson has been integrated into Clopay, so that our leading company in residential garage doors and sectional commercial doors now includes a leading manufacturer of rolling steel doors and grille products. ClosetMaid was combined with AMES, and we established an integrated headquarters for AMES in Orlando, Florida. AMES is now positioned to fulfill its mission of Bringing Brands Together™ with the leading brands in home and garage organization, outdoor décor, and lawn, garden and cleaning tools. As a result of the expanded scope of the AMES and Clopay businesses, effective with our 2019 10-K filing on November 22,in 2019 we now reportbegan reporting each as a separate segment. Griffon now reports its operations through three segments. Clopay remains in the Home and Building Products ("HBP") segment, and AMES now constitutes our new Consumer and Professional Products ("CPP") segment.segment and our Defense Electronics segment which continues to consist of Telephonics Corporation.

ImpactUpdate of COVID-19 on Our Business
Our first priority is theThe health and safety of our employees, our customers and their families.families is a high priority for Griffon. As of the date of this filing, all of Griffon's facilities are fully operational. All of Griffon’s facilitiesWe have implemented a variety of new policies and procedures, including additional cleaning, social distancing, staggered shifts and prohibiting or significantly restricting on-site visitors, to minimize the risk to our employees of contracting COVID-19.

Since the endWe manufacture a substantial majority of the secondproducts that we sell, with the majority of our manufacturing activities conducted in the United States. As a result, we have been able to mitigate the adverse impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the global supply chain.

During the quarter of fiscal 2020 and through the date of this filing, all of our businesses are experiencinghave experienced normal or better order patterns compared with the same time period last year, with the exception of HBP's residential sectional garage door business, which experienced an 18% decline in orders in April; however, the quarter ended with volume in line with prior year driven by strong May and June orders. year.Our supply chains have generally not experienced significant disruption, and at this time we do not anticipate any such materialsignificant disruption in the near term. ManyAlthough many U.S. states have lifted initial executive orders issued earlier in the 2020 calendar year requiring all workers to remain at home unless their work is critical, essential, or life-sustaining. life-sustaining, some states and localities have recently put in place new restrictions regarding the operation of many types of businesses, or have tightened up restrictions already in place, in response to the recent worsening of the COVID-19 outbreak.Regardless, we believe that, based on the various standards published to date, the work our employees are performing are either critical, essential and/or life-sustaining for the following reasons: 1) DEOur Defense Electronics segment ("DE") is a defense and national security-related operation supporting the U.S. Government, with a portion of its business being directly with the U.S.
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Government; 2) HBP residential and commercial garage doors, rolling steel doors and related products that (a) provide protection and support for the efficient and safe movement of people, goods, and equipment in and out of residential and commercial facilities, (b) help prevent fires from spreading from one location to another, and (c) protect warehouses and homes, and their contents, from damage caused by strong weather events such as hurricanes and tornadoes; and

3) CPP tools and storage products provide critical support for the national infrastructure including construction, maintenance, manufacturing and manufacturingnatural disaster recovery, and is part of the essential supply base to many of its largest customers including Home Depot, Lowe's and Menards. Our AMES international facilities are currently fully operational, as they meet the applicable standards in their respective countries.

Griffon believes it has adequate liquidity to invest in its existing businesses and execute its business plan, while managing its capital structure on both a short-term and long-term basis. In January 2020, Griffon increased total borrowing capacity under its revolving credit facility ("Credit Agreement") by $50,000, to $400,000 (of which $274,202$369,807 was available at June 30,December 31, 2020), and extended maturity of the facility to 2025. In addition, the Credit Agreement has a $100,000 accordion feature (subject to lender consent). In February 2020, Griffon refinanced $850,000 of its $1,000,000 of senior notes due 2022 with new 5.75% senior notes with a maturity of 2028, and in June 2020 refinanced the remaining $150,000 under the same terms and indenture as the $850,000 senior notes due 2028. While the first halfIn August 2020, we completed a public offering of Griffon’s fiscal year is typically8,700,000 shares of our common stock for total net proceeds of $178,165 (the "Public Offering"); a portion of these net proceeds were used to repay outstanding borrowing under our Credit Agreement.At December 31, 2020 Griffon had cash usage period, April typically begins Griffon’s periodand equivalents of strong cash generation, which usually continues through the end of the fiscal year. $233,807.

We will continue to actively monitor the situation and may take further actions that impact our business operations as may be required by federal, state or local authorities or that we determine are in the best interests of our employees, customers, suppliers and shareholders. While we are unable to determine or predict the nature, duration or scope of the overall impact the COVID-19 pandemic will have on our business,businesses, results of operations, liquidity or capital resources, we believe it is important to discuss where our company stands today, how our response to COVID-19 is progressing and how our operations and financial condition may change as the fight against COVID-19 progresses. Please see Part II, item 1A "Risk Factors" in this Form 10-Q.

Business Highlights

In August 2020, we completed a public offering of 8,700,000 shares of our common stock for total net proceeds of $178,165; a portion of these proceeds were used to repay outstanding borrowing under our Credit Agreement. The Company intends to use the remainder of the proceeds for general corporate purposes, including to expand its current business through acquisitions of, or investments in, other businesses or products.

On February 19, 2020, Griffon issued, at par, $850,000 of 5.75% Senior Notes due in 2028 (the “2028 Senior Notes”) and on June 8, 2020 Griffon issued an additional $150,000 of 2028 Senior Notes at 100.25% of par of notes under the same indenture. Proceeds from the 2028 Senior Notes were used to redeem the $1,000,000 of 5.25% Senior Notes due 2022.

In January 2020, Griffon amended its Credit Agreement to increase the total amount available for borrowing from $350,000 to $400,000, extend its maturity date from March 22, 2021 to March 22, 2025 and modify certain other provisions of the facility.

In November 2019, Griffon announced the development of a next-generation business platform for CPP to enhance the growth, efficiency, and competitiveness of its U.S. operations.operations, and on November 12, 2020, Griffon announced that CPP is broadening this strategic initiative to include additional North American facilities, the AMES UK and Australia businesses, and a manufacturing facility in China.

ThisThe expanded focus of this initiative includesleverages the same three key development areas. areas being executed within our U.S. operations. First, multiple independent information systems will be unified into a single data and analytics platform which will serve the whole CPP U.S. enterprise. Second, certain CPP U.S.AMES global operations will be consolidated to optimize facilities footprint and talent. Third,Second, strategic investments in automation and facilities expansion will be made to increase the efficiency of our manufacturing and fulfillment operations, and support e-commerce growth.Third, multiple independent information systems will be unified into a single data and analytics platform, which will serve the whole AMES global enterprise.

TheExpanding the roll-out of the new business platform from our AMES U.S. operations to include AMES’ global operations will occur over approximately a three-year period,extend the duration of the project by one year, with completion now expected by the end of calendar 2022. year 2023.When fully implemented, these actions will result in an annual cash savings of $15,000$30,000 to $20,000,$35,000 and a $20,000 to $25,000 reduction in inventory of $30,000 to $35,000, both based on fiscal 2020 operating levels at the beginning of the initiative.levels.

The cost to implement this new business platform, over the three-year duration of the project, will include approximately $35,000 of one-time charges of approximately $65,000 and capital investments of approximately $40,000 in capital investments.$65,000. The one-time charges are comprised of $16,000$46,000 of cash charges, which includes $12,000$26,000 of personnel-related costs such as training, severance, and duplicate personnel costs and $4,000as well as $20,000 of facility and lease exit costs. The remaining $19,000 of charges are non-cash and are primarily related to asset write-downs.

On November 29, 2019, AMES
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In June 2018, Clopay acquired Vatre Group Limited ("Apta"),CornellCookson, a leading United Kingdom supplierprovider of innovative garden potteryrolling steel service doors, fire doors, and associated products sold to leading UK and Ireland garden centers for approximately $10,500 (GBP 8,750), inclusive of a post-closing working capital adjustment, net of cash acquired. This acquisition broadens AMES' product offerings in the UK market and increases its in-country operational footprint.

On September 5, 2017, Griffon announced the acquisition of ClosetMaid LLC ("ClosetMaid") and the commencement of the strategic alternatives process for Clopay Plastic Products ("Plastics"), beginning the transformation of Griffon.

In October 2017, we acquired ClosetMaid from Emerson Electric Co. (NYSE:EMR)grilles, for an effective purchase price of approximately $165,000. ClosetMaid, founded$170,000. This transaction strengthened Clopay's strategic portfolio with a line of commercial rolling steel door products to complement Clopay's sectional door offerings in 1965, is a leading North American manufacturerthe commercial sector, and marketerexpands the Clopay network of wood and wire closet organization, general living storage and wire garage storage products, and sells to some ofprofessional dealers focused on the largest home center retail chains, mass merchandisers, and direct-to-builder professional installerscommercial market. CornellCookson generated over $200,000 in North America. We believe that ClosetMaid is the leading brandrevenue in its category, with excellent consumer recognition.first full year of operations.


In February 2018, we closed on the sale of our Plastics business to Berry Global, Inc. ("Berry") for approximately $465,000, net of certain post-closing adjustments, thus exiting the specialty plastics industry that the Company had entered when it acquired Clopay in 1986. This transaction provided immediate liquidity and positions the Company to improve its cash flow conversion given the historically higher capital needs of Plastics' operations as compared to Griffon’s remaining businesses.

In March 2018, we announced the combination of the ClosetMaid operations with those of AMES. ClosetMaid generated over $300,000 in revenue in the first twelve months after the acquisition, and we anticipate the integration with AMES will unlock additional value given the complementary products, customers, warehousing and distribution, manufacturing, and sourcing capabilities of the two businesses.

In JuneFebruary 2018, we closed on the sale of our Clopay acquired CornellCookson,Plastics Products ("Plastics") business to Berry Global, Inc. ("CornellCookson"Berry"), a leading provider for approximately $465,000, net of rolling steel service doors, fire doors,certain post-closing adjustments, thus exiting the specialty plastics industry that the Company had entered when it acquired Clopay Corporation in 1986. This transaction provided immediate liquidity and grilles,positions the Company to improve its cash flow conversion given the historically higher capital needs of the Plastics operations as compared to Griffon’s remaining businesses.

In October 2017, we acquired ClosetMaid from Emerson Electric Co. (NYSE:EMR) for an effective purchase price of approximately $170,000. $165,000.ClosetMaid, founded in 1965, is a leading North American manufacturer and marketer of wood and wire closet organization, general living storage and wire garage storage products, and sells to some of the largest home center retail chains, mass merchandisers, and direct-to-builder professional installers in North America.We believe that ClosetMaid is the leading brand in its category, with excellent consumer recognition.

We believe these actions have established a solid foundation for continuing organic growth in sales, profit, and cash generation and bolsters Griffon’s platforms for opportunistic strategic acquisitions.

Other Acquisitions and Dispositions

On December 22, 2020, AMES acquired Quatro Design Pty Ltd (“Quatro”), a leading Australian manufacturer and supplier of glass fiber reinforced concrete landscaping products for residential, commercial, and public sector projects for a purchase price of AUD $3,500 (approximately $2,700) in cash, subject to customary final working capital adjustments. The purchase price is subject to additional contingent consideration of approximately AUD $1,000 (approximately $760) based on Quatro exceeding certain EBITDA performance targets in the first year. Quatro is expected to contribute approximately $5,000 in annualized revenue in the first twelve months after the acquisition.

On December 18, 2020, Defense Electronics completed the sale of its Systems Engineering Group, Inc. (“SEG”) business for $15,000, subject to customary closing net working capital adjustments. SEG provides sophisticated, highly technical engineering and analytical support to the Missile Defense Agency and various U.S. military commands. SEG had sales of approximately $7,000 for the first fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2020 and $31,000 for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020.

On November 29, 2019, AMES acquired Vatre Group Limited ("Apta"), a leading United Kingdom supplier of innovative garden pottery and associated products sold to leading UK and Ireland garden centers for approximately $10,500 (GBP 8,750), inclusive of a post-closing working capital adjustment, net of cash acquired.This transaction strengthened Clopay's strategic portfolio with a line of commercial rolling steel door products to complement Clopay's sectional dooracquisition broadens AMES' product offerings in the commercial industry,UK market and expands the Clopay network of professional dealers focused on the commercial market. CornellCookson generated over $200,000increases its in-country operational footprint. Apta contributed approximately $20,000 in revenue in itsthe first full year of operations followingtwelve months after the acquisition.

During fiscal 2017 andOn February 13, 2018, Griffon also completedAMES acquired Kelkay, a number of other acquisitions to expand and enhance AMES' global footprint. In theleading United Kingdom Griffon acquired La Hacienda, an outdoor living brand of unique heating and garden décor products, in July 2017, and Kelkay, a manufacturer and distributor of decorative outdoor landscaping in February 2018. These two businesses provided AMES with additional brands and a platform for growth in the UK market and accessproducts sold to leading garden centers, retailers and grocers in the UK and Ireland.

In Australia, Griffon acquired Hills Home Living, the iconic brand of clotheslines and home products, from Hills Limited (ASX:HIL) in December 2016. In September 2017, Griffon acquired Tuscan Path, an Australian provider of pots, planters, pavers, decorative stone, and garden décor products. These acquisitions This acquisition broadened AMES' outdoor livingproduct offerings in the market and lawn and garden business, strengthening AMES’ portfolio of brands andincreased its market position in Australia and New Zealand.in-country operational footprint.

In November 2017, Griffon acquired Harper Brush Works, a leading U.S. manufacturer of cleaning products for professional, home, and industrial use, from Horizon Global (NYSE:HZN). This acquisition expanded the AMES line of long-handle tools in North America to include brooms, brushes, and other cleaning products.

We believe these actions have establishedDuring fiscal 2017, Griffon also completed a solid foundationnumber of other acquisitions to expand and enhance AMES' global footprint. In the United Kingdom, Griffon acquired La Hacienda, an outdoor living brand of unique heating and garden décor products, in July 2017. The acquisition of La Hacienda, together with the February 2018 acquisition of Kelkay and November 2020
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acquisition of Apta, provides AMES with additional brands and a platform for continuing organic growth in sales, profit,the UK market and cash generationaccess to leading garden centers, retailers, and bolsters Griffon’s platforms for opportunistic strategic acquisitions.grocers in the UK and Ireland.In Australia, Griffon acquired Hills Home Living, the iconic brand of clotheslines and home products, from Hills Limited (ASX:HIL) in December 2016 and in September 2017, Griffon acquired Tuscan Path, an Australian provider of pots, planters, pavers, decorative stone, and garden décor products. The Hills and Tuscan Path acquisitions broadened AMES' outdoor living and lawn and garden business, strengthening AMES’ portfolio of brands and its market position in Australia and New Zealand.

Further Information

Griffon posts and makes available, free of charge through its website at www.griffon.com, its annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K and amendments to those reports filed or furnished pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as well as press releases, as soon as reasonably practicable after such materials are published or filed with or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The information found on Griffon's website is not part of this or any other report it files with or furnishes to the SEC.

For information regarding revenue, profit and total assets of each segment, see the Reportable Segments footnote in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

Reportable Segments:

Griffon currently conducts its operations through three reportable segments:

CPP conducts its operations through AMES. Founded in 1774, AMES is the leading North American manufacturer and a global provider of branded consumer and professional tools and products for home storage and organization, landscaping, and enhancing outdoor lifestyles. CPP sells products globally through a portfolio of leading brands including True Temper, AMES, and ClosetMaid.

HBP conducts its operations through Clopay. Founded in 1964, Clopay is the largest manufacturer and marketer of garage doors and rolling steel doors in North America.  Residential and commercial sectional garage doors are sold through professional dealers and leading home center retail chains throughout North America under the brands Clopay, Ideal, and

Holmes. Rolling steel door and grille products designed for commercial, industrial, institutional, and retail use are sold under the CornellCookson brand.

DE conducts its operations through Telephonics Corporation, founded in 1933, a globally recognized leading provider of highly sophisticated intelligence, surveillance and communications solutions for defense, aerospace and commercial customers.


OVERVIEW
 
Revenue for the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020 was $632,061$609,291 compared to $574,970$548,438 in the prior year comparable quarter, an increase of approximately 10%11%, driven by increased revenue at CPP, HBP and DE of 20%21%, 4% and 5%3%, respectively, partially offset by decreased revenue at HBP of 1%. Organic revenue growthrespectively. Net income was 9%. Income from continuing operations was $21,831$29,500 or $0.50$0.55 per share, compared to $14,128,$10,612, or $0.33$0.24 per share, in the prior year quarter. The current year quarter results from continuing operations included the following:

–    Restructuring charges of $1,633$10,800 ($1,224,8,300, net of tax, or $0.03$0.16 per share);
–    Loss from debt extinguishment $1,235Gain on sale of Systems Engineering Group ("SEG") business $6,240 ($969,6,017, net of tax, or $0.02$0.11 per share);
– Discrete and certain other tax provision,benefits, net, of $1,828$2,028 or $0.04 per share.

The prior year quarter results from continuing operations included restructuring charges of $6,434 ($4,148, net of tax, or $0.09 per share) and discrete and certain other tax benefits,provisions, net, of $669$833 or $0.02 per share.

Excluding these items from the respective quarterly results, Income from continuing operationsnet income would have been $25,852,$29,755, or $0.59$0.56 per share, in the current year quarter compared to $13,459,$15,593, or $0.31$0.36 per share in the prior year quarter.

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Revenue for the nine months ended June 30, 2020 was $1,746,849 compared to $1,635,125 in the prior year period, an increase

Table of 7%, driven by increased revenue at CPP and HBP driven by strong customer demand in the home improvement space. Organic growth was 6%. CPP revenue increased by 9%, 7% organically. HBP revenue increased by 6% and DE revenue increased by 3%. Income from continuing operations was $33,338 or $0.76 per share, compared to $29,371, or $0.69 per share, in the prior year period. The current year-to-date results from continuing operations included the following:Contents

–    Restructuring charges of $11,171 ($8,377, net of tax, or $0.19 per share);
–    Loss from debt extinguishment $7,925 ($6,214, net of tax, or $0.14 per share);
–    Acquisition costs of $2,960 ($2,321, net of tax, or $0.05 per share); and
–    Discrete and certain other tax provision, net, of $1,248 or $0.03 per share.

The prior year-to-date results from continuing operations included discrete and certain other tax benefits, net, of $299 or $0.01 per share.

Excluding these items from the respective periods, Income from continuing operations would have been $51,498, or $1.18 per share in the current year period ended June 30, 2020 compared to $29,072, or $0.68 per share, in the comparable prior year period.


Griffon evaluates performance based on Net income and the related Earnings per share excluding restructuring charges, loss from debt extinguishment, acquisition related expenses and discrete and certain other tax items, as well as other items that may affect comparability, as applicable. Griffon believes this information is useful to investors for the same reason. The following table provides a reconciliation of Income from continuing operationsNet income to Adjusted net income from continuing operations and Earnings per share from continuing operations to Adjusted earnings per share from continuing operations:

GRIFFON CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATION OF INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS
TO ADJUSTED INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONSshare:
(Unaudited)
For the Three Months Ended December 31,
For the Three Months Ended June 30,
For the Nine Months Ended June 30, 20202019
2020
2019
2020
2019(Unaudited) 
Income from continuing operations$21,831

$14,128

$33,338

$29,371
Net incomeNet income$29,500 $10,612 












Adjusting items: 

 

 

 
Adjusting items:  
Restructuring charges1,633



11,171


Restructuring charges10,800 6,434 
Loss from debt extinguishment1,235
 
 7,925
 
Acquisition costs



2,960


Gain on sale of SEG businessGain on sale of SEG business(6,240)— 
Tax impact of above items(675) 
 (5,144) 
Tax impact of above items(2,277)(2,286)
Discrete and certain other tax provisions (benefits), net1,828

(669)
1,248

(299)Discrete and certain other tax provisions (benefits), net(2,028)833 












Adjusted income from continuing operations$25,852

$13,459

$51,498

$29,072
Adjusted net incomeAdjusted net income$29,755 $15,593 












Diluted earnings per common share$0.50

$0.33

$0.76

$0.69
Diluted earnings per common share$0.55 $0.24 












Adjusting items, net of tax: 

 

 

 
Adjusting items, net of tax:  
Restructuring charges0.03



0.19


Restructuring charges0.16 0.09 
Loss from debt extinguishment0.02
 
 0.14
 
Acquisition costs



0.05


Gain on sale of SEG businessGain on sale of SEG business(0.11)— 
Discrete and certain other tax provisions (benefits), net0.04

(0.02)
0.03

(0.01)Discrete and certain other tax provisions (benefits), net(0.04)0.02 












Adjusted earnings per common share$0.59

$0.31

$1.18

$0.68
Adjusted earnings per common share$0.56 $0.36 












Weighted-average shares outstanding (in thousands)43,774

43,164

43,818

42,649
Weighted-average shares outstanding (in thousands)53,192 43,895 
 
Note: Due to rounding, the sum of earnings per common share and adjusting items, net of tax, may not equal adjusted earnings per common share.

The tax impact for the above reconciling adjustments from GAAP to non-GAAP Net income and EPS is determined by comparing the Company's tax provision, including the reconciling adjustments, to the tax provision excluding such adjustments.

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RESULTS OF CONTINUING OPERATIONS
 
Three and Nine months ended June 30,December 31, 2020 and 2019
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2019, Griffon modified its reportable segment structure to provide investors with improved visibility after a series of portfolio repositioning actions which included the divestiture of the Plastics business, the acquisition of ClosetMaid and its subsequent integration into AMES, and the acquisition of CornellCookson by Clopay. Griffon now reports its operations through three reportable segments: the newly formed CPP segment, which consists of AMES; HBP, which consists of Clopay; and DE, which consists of Telephonics.

Griffon evaluates performance and allocates resources based on each segment's operating results before interest income and expense, income taxes, depreciation and amortization, unallocated amounts (primarily corporate overhead), restructuring charges, loss on debt extinguishment and acquisition related expenses, as well as other items that may affect comparability, as applicable (“Adjusted EBITDA”, a non-GAAP measure). Griffon believes this information is useful to investors for the same reason.

See table provided in Note 1213 - Business Segments for a reconciliation of Segment Adjusted EBITDA to Income before taxes from continuing operations.taxes.

 



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Consumer and Professional Products
 For the Three Months Ended June 30, For the Nine Months Ended June 30,
 2020 2019 2020 2019
Revenue$328,929
  
 $273,710
  
 $844,917
  
 $777,916
  
Adjusted EBITDA37,115
 11.3% 23,970
 8.8% 84,068
 9.9% 73,151
 9.4%
Depreciation and amortization8,197
  
 8,158
  
 24,650
  
 24,148
  

 For the Three Months Ended December 31,
 20202019
Revenue$291,042  $241,076  
Adjusted EBITDA32,713 11.2 %21,926 9.1 %
Depreciation and amortization8,199  8,231  

For the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020,, revenue increased $55,219$49,966 or 20%21%, compared to the prior year period, primarily due to increased volume of 19%18%, driven by increasedcontinued consumer demand for home improvement initiatives in North Americaacross all geographies, early U.S. spring orders and Australia resulting from COVID-19 stay atexpansion of the home orders, favorable price and mix of 1% andorganization product line. Improved revenue also reflected incremental revenue from the Apta acquisition of 2%, partially offset by an unfavorable impact of1% and a favorable foreign exchange impact of 2%. Organic growth was 18%20% (revenue growth adjusted to exclude acquisitions).

For the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, Adjusted EBITDA increased 55%49% to $37,115$32,713 compared to $23,970$21,926 in the prior year period. The favorable variance resulted primarily from the increased revenue noted above, partially offset by increased tariffs and COVID-19 related inefficiencies and direct costs.inefficiencies. For the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, EBITDA reflects an unfavorablea favorable foreign exchange impact of 2%5%.

For the nine months ended June 30, 2020, revenue increased $67,001 or 9%, compared to the prior year period, driven by increased volume of 6% for reasons noted above, favorable price and mix of 2% and incremental revenue from the Apta acquisition of 2%, partially offset by a 1% unfavorable impact due to foreign exchange. Organic growth was 7%.
For the nine months ended June 30, 2020, Adjusted EBITDA increased 15% to $84,068 compared to $73,151 in the prior year period. The favorable variance primarily resulted increased revenue noted above, partially offset by tariffs and COVID-19 related inefficiencies and direct costs. For the nine months ended June 30, 2020, EBITDA reflects an unfavorable foreign exchange impact of 2%.

Direct COVID-19 related expenses totaled approximately $2,207 and $2,471 for the quarter and year to date periods, respectively.

Segment depreciation and amortization remained consistent with the prior year comparable quarterquarter.

On December 22, 2020, AMES acquired Quatro Design Pty Ltd (“Quatro”), a leading Australian manufacturer and increased $502 fromsupplier of glass fiber reinforced concrete landscaping products for residential, commercial, and public sector projects. Quatro is expected to contribute approximately $5,000 in annualized revenue in the year-to-date comparable period primarily due to the onset of depreciation for new assets placed in service.first twelve months under AMES' ownership.

On November 29, 2019, AMES acquired Vatre Group Limited ("Apta"), a leading United Kingdom supplier of innovative garden pottery and associated products sold to leading UK and Ireland garden centers for approximately $10,500 (GBP 8,750), inclusive of a post-closing working capital adjustment, net of cash acquired.centers. This acquisition broadens AMES' product offerings in the UK market and increases its in-country operational footprint. Apta contributed approximately $20,000 in revenue in the first twelve months after the acquisition.

Strategic Initiative and Restructuring Charges
In November 2019, Griffon announced the development of a next-generation business platform for CPP to enhance the growth, efficiency, and competitiveness of its U.S. operations.operations, and on November 12, 2020, Griffon announced that CPP is broadening this strategic initiative to include additional North American facilities, the AMES UK and Australia businesses, and a manufacturing facility in China.

ThisThe expanded focus of this initiative includesleverages the same three key development areas. areas being executed within our U.S. operations. First, multiple independent information systems will be unified into a single data and analytics platform which will serve the whole CPP U.S. enterprise. Second, certain CPP U.S.AMES global operations will be consolidated to optimize facilities footprint and talent. Third,Second, strategic investments in automation and facilities expansion will be made to increase the efficiency of our manufacturing and fulfillment operations, and support e-commerce growth.Third, multiple independent information systems will be unified into a single data and analytics platform, which will serve the whole AMES global enterprise.

TheExpanding the roll-out of the new business platform from our AMES U.S. operations to include AMES’ global operations will occur over approximately a three-year period,extend the duration of the project by one year, with completion now expected by the end of calendar 2022. year 2023.When fully implemented, these actions will result in an annual cash savings of $15,000$30,000 to $20,000,$35,000 and a $20,000 to $25,000 reduction in inventory of $30,000 to $35,000 both based on fiscal 2020 operating levels at the beginning of the initiative.levels.

The cost to implement this new business platform, over the three-year duration of the project, will include approximately $35,000 of one-time charges of approximately $65,000 and capital investments of approximately $40,000 in capital investments.$65,000. The one-time charges are comprised of $16,000$46,000 of cash charges, which includes $12,000$26,000 of personnel-related costs such as training, severance, and duplicate personnel costs and $4,000as well as $20,000 of facility and lease exit costs. The remaining $19,000 of charges are non-cash and are primarily related to asset write-downs.

In connection with this initiative, during the nineyear ended September 30, 2020 and during the three months ended June 30,December 31, 2020, CPP incurred pre-tax restructuring and related exit costs approximating $11,171,$13,669 and $3,079, respectively. Since inception of this initiative, total cumulative charges totaled $16,748, comprised of cash charges of $6,479$11,863 and non-cash, asset-related charges of $4,692;$4,885; the cash charges

included $4,842$5,982 for one-time termination benefits and other personnel-related costs
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and $1,637$5,881 for facility exit costs. During the year ended September, 30, 2020 and during the quarter and nine month period ended June 30,December 31, 2020, capital expenditures of $3,3716,733 and $3,671,$2,236, respectively, were driven by investment in CPP business intelligence systems and e-commerce facility.
Cash ChargesNon-Cash Charges
Personnel related costsFacilities, exit costs and otherFacility and other Total Capital Investments
Phase I$12,000 $4,000 $19,000 $35,000 $40,000 
Phase II14,000 16,000 — 30,000 25,000 
Total Anticipated Charges26,000 20,000 19,000 65,000 65,000 
Total 2020 restructuring charges(5,620)(3,357)(4,692)(13,669)(6,733)
Q1 FY2021 Activity(362)(2,524)(193)(3,079)(2,236)
Total cumulative charges(5,982)(5,881)(4,885)(16,748)(8,969)
 Estimate to Complete$20,018 $14,119 $14,115 $48,252 $56,031 

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  Cash Charges Non-Cash Charges    
  Personnel related costs Facilities, exit costs and other Facility and other  Total  Capital Investments
Anticipated Charges $12,000
 $4,000
 $19,000
 $35,000
 $40,000
 Q1 FY2020 Activity (2,134) (140) (4,160) (6,434) 
 Q2 FY2020 Activity (1,658) (914) (532) (3,104) (300)
 Q3 FY2020 Activity (1,050) (583) 
 (1,633) (3,371)
Total charges (4,842) (1,637) (4,692) (11,171) (3,671)
 Estimate to Complete $7,158
 $2,363
 $14,308
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Home and Building Products
 For the Three Months Ended December 31,
 20202019
Revenue$250,481  $241,381  
Adjusted EBITDA48,369 19.3 %40,701 16.9 %
Depreciation and amortization4,341  4,800  
 For the Three Months Ended June 30, For the Nine Months Ended June 30,
 2020 2019 2020 2019
Revenue$219,164
  
 $221,521
  
 $670,374
  
 $631,615
  
Adjusted EBITDA39,299
 17.9% 33,851
 15.3% 110,635
 16.5% 85,283
 13.5%
Depreciation and amortization4,507
  
 4,626
  
 13,975
  
 13,683
  

For the quarter ended June 30, 2020, revenue decreased $2,357 or 1%, compared to the prior year period, due to decreased volume driven by reduced residential sectional garage door orders in April of approximately18% and a subsequent recovery in May and June.

For the quarter ended June 30, 2020, Adjusted EBITDA increased 16% to $39,299 compared to $33,851 in the prior year period. EBITDA benefited from general operational efficiency improvements, partially offset by the decrease in revenue and COVID-19 related inefficiencies and direct costs.

For the nine months ended June 30,December 31, 2020, revenue increased $38,759$9,100 or 6%4%, compared to the prior year period, driven by increased volume of 4%5%, and favorablepartially offset by unfavorable mix and pricing of 2%1%.

For the nine monthsquarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, Adjusted EBITDA increased 30%19% to $110,635$48,369 compared to $85,283$40,701 in the prior year period. The favorable variance resultedEBITDA benefited from the increased revenue noted above including volume related benefits on absorption and general operational efficiency improvements, partially offset by COVID-19 related inefficiencies and direct costs.inefficiencies.

Direct COVID-19 related expenses totaled approximately $1,700 for the quarter and year-to-date periods.

Segment depreciation and amortization decreased $119$459 from the prior year quarter due to fully depreciated assets, and increased $292 from the prior year-to-date period primarily due to the onset of depreciation for new assets placed in service.

On January 31, 2019, HBP announced a $14,000 investment in facilities infrastructure and equipment at its CornellCookson location in Mountain Top, Pennsylvania.  This project includes a 90,000 square foot expansion to the already existing 184,000 square foot facility, along with the addition of state of the art manufacturing equipment.  Through this expansion, the CornellCookson Mountain Top location will improve its manufacturing efficiency and shipping operations, as well as increase manufacturing capacity to support full-rate production of new and core products. The project was substantially completed by the end of calendar 2019.
assets.

Defense Electronics  
For the Three Months Ended June 30, For the Nine Months Ended June 30, For the Three Months Ended December 31,
2020 2019 2020 2019 20202019
Revenue$83,968
  
 $79,739
  
 $231,558
  
 $225,594
  Revenue$67,768  $65,981  
Adjusted EBITDA4,122
 4.9% 7,280
 9.1% 12,845
 5.5% 17,001
 7.5%Adjusted EBITDA5,585 8.2 %4,475 6.8%
Depreciation and amortization2,666
  
 2,669
  
 7,986
  
 7,926
  Depreciation and amortization2,676  2,644  
 
For the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, revenue increased $4,229,$1,787, or 5%3%, compared to the prior year period, primarilyquarter. The increase was due to increased deliveriesvolume for Naval and volume of radar and communicationCyber systems driven by multi-mode airborne maritime surveillance systems, partially offset by reduced volumetiming of airborne surveillance systems.work performed on Communication systems and commercial custom integrated circuits.

For the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, Adjusted EBITDA decreased $3,158,increased $1,110, or 43%25%, compared to the prior year comparable period, driven by unfavorable program mix,the increase in revenue and program inefficiencies on radar and communications systems.

For the nine months ended June 30, 2020, revenue increased $5,964, or 3%, comparedreduced headcount related to the prior year period, primarily due to increased deliveries and volume of radar and communication systems revenue,reduction in force during the current quarter, partially offset by reduced multi-mode radarthe timing of research and maritime surveillance radar revenue.development expenses.


For the nine months ended June 30, 2020, Adjusted EBITDA decreased $4,156, or 24%, compared to the prior year comparable period due to unfavorable program mix, program inefficiencies and increased operating expenses primarily due to bid and proposal activities.

Direct COVID-19 related expenses totaled approximately $600 and $700 for the quarter and year-to-date periods, respectively.

Segment depreciation and amortization remained consistent with both the prior year comparable quarter and year-to-datequarter-to-date period.

On December 18, 2020, DE completed the sale of its SEG business. SEG provides sophisticated, highly technical engineering and analytical support to the Missile Defense Agency and various U.S. military commands. SEG had sales of approximately $7,000 for the first fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2020 and $31,000 for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020.

During the ninethree months ended June 30,December 31, 2020, DE was awarded several new contracts and received incremental funding on existing contracts approximating $192,700.$85,000. Contract backlog was $350,443$388,700 at June 30,December 31, 2020 an $18,703 increase from the second quarter, with 72%66% expected to be fulfilled in the next 12 months. Backlog was $389,300$380,000 at September 30, 2019.2020, of which approximately $8,500 was related to the SEG business which was sold in December 2020. Backlog is defined as unfilled firm orders for products and services for which funding has been both authorized and appropriated by the customer, or by Congress, in the case of US government agencies.

Restructuring Charges and Divestiture
In September 2020, a Voluntary Employee Retirement Plan was initiated, which was subsequently followed by a reduction in force in November 2020, to improve efficiencies by combining functions and responsibilities.The reduction in force initiative resulted in severance charges of $2,120 during current quarter.These actions reduced headcount by approximately 90 people.

In addition, charges of $5,601 were recorded during the quarter ended December 31, 2020, primarily related to exiting our older weather radar product lines.

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We recorded a pre-tax gain of $6,240 ($6,017, net of tax) during the first fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2020 related to the divestiture of SEG.

Unallocated
 
For the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, unallocated amounts, excluding depreciation, consisted primarily of corporate overhead costs totaling $11,080$12,027 compared to $12,033 in the prior year quarter. For the nine months ended June 30, 2020, unallocated amounts, excluding depreciation, consisted primarily of corporate overhead costs totaling $34,969 compared to $34,505$11,942 in the prior year quarter. The decreaseincrease in the current quarter compared to the respective prior year quarter primarily relates to decreasesincreases in compensation and incentive costs, partially offset by consulting fees, travel and administrative office costs; and the increase for nine months ended June 30, 2020 compared to the respective prior year period primarily relates to compensation and incentive costs.

Segment Depreciation and Amortization
 
Segment depreciation and amortization remained consistent with the prior year quarter and increased $854decreased $459 for the ninethree months ended June 30,December 31, 2020 compared to the comparable prior year period primarily due to the onset of depreciation for new assets placed in service.fully depreciated assets.

Other Income (Expense)

For the quarters ended June 30,December 31, 2020 and 2019, Other income (expense) of $(41) and $778, respectively, includes $72$(699) and $150,($376), respectively, of net currency exchange gainslosses in connection with the translation of receivables and payables denominated in currencies other than the functional currencies of Griffon and its subsidiaries, net periodic benefit plan income of $392$227 and $787,$389, respectively, as well as $294$330 and $(14),$81, respectively, of net investment (loss) income.

For the nine months ended June 30, 2020 and 2019, Other income (expense) includes $441 and $535, respectively, of net currency exchange gains in connection with the translation of receivables and payables denominated in currencies other than the functional currencies of Griffon and its subsidiaries, net periodic benefit plan income of $1,170 and 2,361, respectively, as well as $145 and $18, respectively, of net investment (loss) income. During the nine months ended June 30, 2020,Additionally, Other income (expense) also includes a one-time contracttechnology recognition award of $700.for $700 in the quarter ended December 31, 2019.

Provision for income taxes
During the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, the Company recognized a tax provision of $12,649$9,669 on income before taxes from continuing operations of $34,480,$39,169, compared to a tax provision of $6,258$6,339 on income before taxes from continuing operations of $20,386$16,951 in the comparable prior year quarter. The current year quarter results included restructuring charges of $1,633$10,800 ($1,224,8,300, net of tax), loss from debt extinguishmentgain on sale of $1,235SEG business $6,240 ($969,6,017, net of tax) and discrete and certain other tax benefits, net, that affect comparability of $2,028. The prior year quarter results included restructuring charges of $6,434 ($4,148, net of tax) and discrete tax and certain other tax provisions, net, of $1,828, that affect comparability. The prior year quarter included net discrete tax and certain other tax benefitscomparability of $669 that affect comparability.$833. Excluding these items, the effective tax rates for the quarters ended June 30,December 31, 2020 and 2019 were 30.8%32.0% and 34.0%33.3%, respectively.
During the nine months ended June 30, 2020, the Company recognized a tax provision of $21,022 on Income before taxes from continuing operations of $54,360, compared to a tax provision of $14,664 on Income before taxes from continuing operations of $44,035 in the comparable prior year period. The nine month period ended June 30, 2020 included restructuring charges of $11,171 ($8,377, net of tax), acquisition costs of $2,960 ($2,321, net of tax), loss from debt extinguishment of $7,925 ( $6,214, net of tax) and net discrete tax provisions of $1,248. The nine month period ended June 30, 2019 included net discrete tax benefits of $299. Excluding these items, the effective tax rates for the nine months ended June 30, 2020 and 2019 were 32.6% and 34.0%, respectively.

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the U.S. Congress approved certain changes to the federal tax laws in March 2020. While we are still assessing the impact of the legislation, we do not expect there to be a material impact to our consolidated financial statements at this time.
Stock based compensation
For the quarters ended June 30,December 31, 2020 and 2019, stock based compensation expense, which includes expenses for both restricted stock grants and the ESOP, totaled $4,507$4,208 and $4,047, respectively. For the nine months ended June 30, 2020 and 2019, stock based compensation expense, which includes expenses for both restricted stock grants and the ESOP totaled $12,809 and $11,547,$3,982, respectively.

Comprehensive income (loss)
 
For the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, total other comprehensive income, net of taxes, of $8,702$13,141 included incomea gain of $9,508$12,123 from foreign currency translation adjustments primarily due to the strengthening of the Euro, British Pound, and Canadian and Australian Dollars all in comparison to the US Dollar; a $1,139$1,706 benefit from pension amortization of actuarial losses;amortization; and a $1,945$688 loss on cash flow hedges.

For the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2019, total other comprehensive loss,income, net of taxes, of $1,035$6,841 included a lossgain of $1,092$6,470 from foreign currency translation adjustments primarily due to the weakening of the Euro, British Pound and Australian Dollar, partially offset by the strengthening of the Canadian Dollar, all in comparison to the US Dollar; a $184 benefit from pension amortization of actuarial losses; and a $127 loss on cash flow hedges.

For the nine months ended June 30, 2020, total other comprehensive income, net of taxes, of $709, included a loss of $493 from foreign currency translation adjustments primarily due to the weakening of the Canadian Dollar, partially offset by the strengthening of the Euro, British Pound and Australian currencies, all in comparison to the US Dollar, a $2,480 benefit from pension amortization of actuarial losses and a $1,278 loss on cash flow hedges.

For the nine months ended June 30, 2019, total other comprehensive loss, net of taxes, of $3,605 included a loss of $3,943 from foreign currency translation adjustments primarily due to the weakening of the Euro, British Pound, and Canadian and Australian Dollars all in comparison to the US Dollar; a $552$672 benefit from pension amortization of actuarial losses;amortization; and a $214$301 loss on cash flow hedges.

Discontinued operations
During the quarter ended March 31, 2019, Griffon recorded an $11,000 charge ($7,646, net of tax) to discontinued operations. The charge consisted primarily of a purchase price adjustment to resolve a claim related to the $475,000 PPC divestiture and included an additional reserve for a legacy environmental matter.

At June 30,December 31, 2020, Griffon's assets and liabilities are primarily for the Installations Services and other discontinued operations primarily related to insurance claims, income tax and product liability, warranty reserves and environmental reserves. See Note 15,16, Discontinued Operations.

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LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES

Management assesses Griffon’s liquidity in terms of its ability to generate cash to fund its operating, investing and financing activities. Significant factors affecting liquidity are: cash flows from operating activities, capital expenditures, acquisitions, dispositions, bank lines of credit and the ability to attract long-term capital under satisfactory terms. Griffon believes it has sufficient liquidity available to invest in its existing businesses and execute strategic acquisitions, while managing its capital structure on both a short-term and long-term basis.

The following table is derived from the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows:

Cash Flows from OperationsFor the Three Months Ended December 31,
20202019
Net Cash Flows Provided by (Used In):  
Operating activities$20,829 $(18,169)
Investing activities1,491 (23,519)
Financing activities(9,297)34,701 
Cash Flows from Continuing OperationsFor the Nine months ended June 30,
(in thousands)2020 2019
Net Cash Flows Provided by (Used In): 
  
Operating activities$55,944
 $14,982
Investing activities(45,073) (57,162)
Financing activities(9,305) 33,905

Cash provided by operating activities from continuing operations for the ninethree months ended June 30,December 31, 2020 was $55,944$20,829 compared to $14,982cash used of $18,169 in the comparable prior year period. Cash provided by income from continuing operations, adjusted for non-cash expenditures, was partially offset by a net increase in working capital predominately consisting of net increases in accounts receivable and prepaid and other assets, a decrease in accounts payable dueincreased inventory primarily to the timing of payments,meet seasonal demands, partially offset by a decreasereduction in inventory. The working capital variances in the cash flow in the current year excludes a $28,648 benefit due to the October 1, 2019 prospective adoption of lease accounting guidance, which was in working capital in the prior year.accounts receivable.

During the ninethree months ended June 30,December 31, 2020, Griffon used $45,073Griffon's source of cash infrom investing activities from continuing operationswas $1,491 compared to $57,162$23,519 used in the prior year comparable period. On December 18, 2020, DE completed the sale of its SEG business and received net proceeds from the sale of $15,580. Payments for acquired businesses totaled $10,531$2,242 compared to $9,219$10,531 in the prior year comparable period. On December 22, 2020, AMES acquired Quatro, a leading Australian manufacturer and supplier of glass fiber reinforced concrete landscaping products for residential, commercial, and public sector projects. On November 29, 2019, AMES acquired 100% of the outstanding stock of Apta, a leading United Kingdom supplier of innovative garden pottery and associated products sold to leading UK and Ireland garden centers for approximately $10,500 (GBP 8,750), inclusive of a post-closing working capital adjustment, net of cash acquired. Payments for acquired businesses in the prior year consisted solely of a final purchase price adjustment for CornellCookson. Payments in the prior year comparable period also included $9,500 related to a purchase price adjustment to resolve a claim related to the $475,000 PPC divestiture and an insurance payment of $10,604 pertaining to the settlement of a certain life insurance benefit. Capital expenditures, net of proceeds from the sale of assets, for the ninethree months ended June 30,December 31, 2020 totaled $34,412, an increase$11,873, a decrease of $6,722$1,115 from the prior year period.

During the ninethree months ended June 30,December 31, 2020, cash used by financing activities from continuing operations totaled $9,305$9,297 as compared to $33,905$34,701 provided by in the comparable prior year period. On June 22, 2020, Griffon completed an add-on offering through a private placement of $150,000 aggregate principal amount of its 5.75% senior notes due 2028, at 100.25% of par, to Griffon's previously issued $850,000 principal amount of its 5.75% senior notes dueCash used in 2028, at par, completed on February 19, 2020 (collectively the “Senior Notes”). Proceeds from the Senior Notes were used to redeem the $1,000,000 of 5.25% Senior Notes due 2022. Cash provided by financing activities in the current period also included financing paymentsconsisted primarily of $16,543 primarily associated with the redemptionnet borrowings of the $1,000,000long-term debt and payment of 5.25% Senior Notes due 2022 with the proceeds from the issuance of $850,000 of 5.75% Senior Notes due 2028; and the amendment and extension of the Company's revolving credit facility increasing the maximum borrowing availability from $350,000 to $400,000 and extending its maturity date from March 22, 2021 to March 22, 2025.dividends. At June 30,December 31, 2020, there were $104,181$13,493 in outstanding borrowings under the Credit Agreement, compared to $122,806$100,117 in outstanding borrowings at the same date in the prior year.

During the nine months ended June 30, 2020, the BoardOn each of Directors approved three quarterly cash dividends of $0.075 per share each. On July 29, 2020, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.075 per share, payable on September 17, 2020 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 20, 2020.

During the nine months ended June 30, 2020, 340,775 shares, with a market value of $7,409, or $21.74 per share were withheld to settle employee taxes due upon the vesting of restricted stock, and were added to treasury stock. Furthermore, during the nine months ended June 30, 2020, an additional 3,307 shares, with a market value of $70, or $21.22 per share, were withheld from common stock issued upon the vesting of restricted stock units to settle employee taxes due upon vesting.

On August 3, 2016 and August 1, 2018, Griffon’s Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to $50,000 of Griffon’s outstanding common stock. Under these share repurchase programs, the Company may, from time to time, purchase shares of its common stock in the open market, including pursuant to a 10b5-1 plan, or in privately negotiated transactions. During the quarter and nine months ended June 30, 2020, Griffon did not purchase any shares of common stock under these repurchase programs. As of June 30,December 31, 2020, an aggregate of $57,955 remains under Griffon's Board authorized repurchase programs. No shares were repurchased during the quarter ended December 31, 2020 under these share repurchase programs.

Through June 30,During the three months ended December 31, 2020, 133,027 shares, with a market value of $2,774, or $20.85 per share were withheld to settle employee taxes due upon the vesting of restricted stock, and were added to treasury stock. Furthermore, during the three months ended December 31, 2020, an additional 6,507 shares, with a market value of $135, or $20.75 per share, were withheld from common stock issued upon the vesting of restricted stock units to settle employee taxes due upon vesting.

During 2020, the Company declared and paid regular cash dividends totaling $0.30 per share, or $0.07 per share each quarter. During the three months ended December 31, 2020, the Board of Directors approved and paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share. The Company currently intends to pay dividends each quarter; however, payment of dividends is determined by the Board of Directors at its discretion based on various factors, and no assurance can be provided as to the payment of future dividends.

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On January 27, 2021, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share, payable on March 18, 2021 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on February 18, 2021.

During the three months ended December 31, 2020, COVID-19 has not had a material impact on our operations, and we anticipate our current cash balances, cash flows from operations and sources of liquidity will be sufficient to meet our cash requirements.

Payments related to Telephonics revenue are received in accordance with the terms of development and production subcontracts; certain of such receipts are progress or performance basedperformance-based payments. With respect to CPP and HBP, there have been no material adverse impacts on payment for sales.

 
A small number of customers account for, and are expected to continue to account for, a substantial portion of Griffon’s consolidated revenue. For the ninethree months ended June 30,December 31, 2020:
 
The United States Government and its agencies, through either prime or subcontractor relationships, represented 9%8% of Griffon’s consolidated revenue and 65%70% of Telephonics’ revenue.
The Home Depot represented 18%17% of Griffon’s consolidated revenue, 28%24% of CPP's revenue and 12% of HBP’s revenue.

No other customer exceeded 10% of consolidated revenue. Future operating results will continue to depend substantially on the success of Griffon’s largest customers and our ongoing relationships with them. Orders from these customers are subject to change and may fluctuate materially. The loss of all or a portion of the volume from any one of these customers could have a material adverse impact on Griffon’s liquidity and results of operations.
Cash and Equivalents and DebtJune 30, September 30,Cash and Equivalents and DebtDecember 31,September 30,
(in thousands)2020 2019
20202020
Cash and equivalents$71,999
 $72,377
Cash and equivalents$233,807 $218,089 
Notes payables and current portion of long-term debt9,235
 10,525
Notes payables and current portion of long-term debt11,158 9,922 
Long-term debt, net of current maturities1,123,365
 1,093,749
Long-term debt, net of current maturities1,037,413 1,037,042 
Debt discount/premium and issuance costs17,303
 9,857
Debt discount/premium and issuance costs16,799 17,458 
Total debt1,149,903
 1,114,131
Total debt1,065,370 1,064,422 
Debt, net of cash and equivalents$1,077,904
 $1,041,754
Debt, net of cash and equivalents$831,563 $846,333 
 
On June 22, 2020, in an unregistered offering through a private placement, Griffon completed the add-on offering through a private placement of $150,000 principal amount of its 5.75% senior notes due 2028,Senior Notes, at 100.25% of par, to Griffon's previously issued $850,000 principal amount of its 5.75% senior notes due in 2028,Senior Notes, at par, completed on February 19, 2020 (collectively, the “Senior Notes”). Proceeds from the Senior Notes were used to redeem the $1,000,000 of 5.25% 2022 senior notes due 2022 (the “2022 Senior Notes").notes. As of June 30,December 31, 2020, outstanding Senior Notes due totaled $1,000,000; interest is payable semi-annually on March 1 and September 1.

The Senior Notes are senior unsecured obligations of Griffon guaranteed by certain domestic subsidiaries, and subject to certain covenants, limitations and restrictions. On April 22, 2020 and August 3, 2020, Griffon exchanged substantially all of the $850,000 Senior Notes for substantially identical Senior Notes registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), via an exchange offer. Griffon intends to complete an offer to exchange the remaining $150,000 Senior Notes for substantially identical Senior Notes registered under the Securities Act during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2020. The fair value of the Senior Notes approximated $980,000$1,057,500 on June 30,December 31, 2020 based upon quoted market prices (level 1 inputs).

In connection with these transactions, Griffon capitalized $15,289$16,448 of underwriting fees and other expenses incurred related to the issuance and exchange of the 2028 Senior Notes, which will amortize over the term of such terms.the 2028 Senior Notes. Furthermore, all of the obligations associated with the 2022 Senior Notes were discharged. Additionally, Griffon recognized a $7,925 loss on the early extinguishment of debt of the 5.25% $1,000,000 principal amount of 2022 Senior Notes, comprised primarily of the write-off of $6,725 of remaining deferred financing fees, $607 of tender offer net premium expense and $593 of redemption interest expense.

On January 30, 2020, Griffon amended its revolving credit facility (as amended, the "Credit Agreement") to increase the maximum borrowing availability from $350,000 to $400,000, and extend its maturity date from March 22, 2021 to March 22, 2025. The amended agreement also modified2025 and modify certain other provisions of the facility. The facility includes a letter of credit sub-facility with a limit of $100,000 (increased from $50,000);$100,000; a multi-currency sub-facility of $200,000 (increased from $100,000);$200,000; and contains a customary accordion feature that permits us to request,
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subject to each lender's consent, an increase in the maximum aggregate amount that can be borrowed by up to an additional $100,000 (increased from $50,000).$100,000.

Borrowings under the Credit Agreement may be repaid and re-borrowed at any time. Interest is payable on borrowings at either a LIBOR or base rate benchmark rate, plus an applicable margin, which adjusts based on financial performance. Current margins are 1.25%0.50% for base rate loans and 2.25%1.50% for LIBOR loans. The Credit Agreement has certain financial maintenance tests including a maximum total leverage ratio, a maximum senior secured leverage ratio and a minimum interest coverage ratio, as well as customary affirmative and negative covenants, and events of default. The negative covenants place limits on Griffon's ability to, among other things, incur indebtedness, incur liens, and make restricted payments and investments. Borrowings under the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by Griffon’s material domestic subsidiaries and are secured, on a first priority basis, by substantially all domestic assets of the Company and the guarantors, and a pledge of not greater than 65% of the equity interest in Griffon’s material, first-tier foreign subsidiaries. At June 30,December 31, 2020, under the Credit Agreement there were $104,181$13,493 of outstanding borrowings under the Credit

Agreement; outstanding standby letters of credit were $21,617;$16,700; and $274,202$369,807 was available, subject to certain loan covenants, for borrowing at that date.

In August 2016, and as amended on June 30, 2017, Griffon’s ESOP entered into a Term Loan with a bank (the "ESOP Agreement"). The Term Loan interest rate was LIBOR plus 3.00%. The Term Loan required quarterly principal payments of $569 with a balloon payment due at maturity. The Term Loan was secured by shares purchased with the proceeds of the loan and with a lien on a specific amount of Griffon assets (which ranked pari passu with the lien granted on such assets under the Credit Agreement) and was guaranteed by Griffon. On March 13, 2019, the ESOP Term Loan wasGriffon's Employee Stock Ownership Plan entered into an agreement that refinanced a term loan with a bank with an internal loan from Griffon, which was funded with cash and a draw under its Credit Agreement.Griffon. The internal loan interest rate is fixed at 2.91%, matures in June 2033 and requires quarterly payments of principal, currently $635, and interest. The internal loan is secured by shares purchased with the proceeds of the loan. The amount outstanding on the internal loan at June 30,December 31, 2020 was $30,513.$29,243.

Two of Griffon's subsidiaries have finance leases outstanding for real estate located in Troy, Ohio and Ocala, Florida. The leases mature in 2021 and 2025, respectively, and bear interest at fixed rates of approximately 5.0% and 2.9%5.6%, respectively. The Troy, Ohio lease is secured by a mortgage on the underlying real estate and is guaranteed by Griffon. The Ocala, Florida lease contains onetwo five-year renewal option.options. At June 30,December 31, 2020, $11,528$16,553 was outstanding, net of issuance costs.

In November 2012, Garant G.P. (“Garant”), a Griffon wholly owned subsidiary, entered into a CAD 15,000 ($10,97411,703 as of June 30,December 31, 2020) revolving credit facility.  The facility accrues interest at LIBOR (USD) or the Bankers Acceptance Rate (CDN) plus 1.3% per annum (1.46%(1.44% LIBOR USD and 1.56%1.52% Bankers Acceptance Rate CDN as of June 30,December 31, 2020). The revolving facility matures in October 2022. Garant is required to maintain a certain minimum equity.  At June 30,December 31, 2020, there were no borrowings under the revolving credit facility with CAD 15,000 ($10,97411,703 as of June 30,December 31, 2020) available for borrowing.

In July 2016, and as amended in March 2019, Griffon Australia Holdings Pty Ltd and its Australian subsidiaries (collectively, "Griffon Australia") entered into an AUD 29,625 term loan, AUD 20,000 revolver and AUD 10,000 receivable purchase facility agreement. The term loan requires quarterly principal payments of AUD 1,250 plus interest with a balloon payment of AUD 9,625 due upon maturity in March 2022, and accrues interest at Bank Bill Swap Bid Rate “BBSY” plus 1.95% per annum (2.09%(2.01% at June 30,December 31, 2020). During the quarter ended June 30,December 31, 2020, the term loan balance was reduced by AUD 5,000, from AUD 23,375 to AUD 18,375 with proceeds from an AUD 5,000 increase in the commitment of the receivables purchase line from AUD 10,000 to AUD 15,000. TheAs of December 31, 2020, the term loan had an outstanding balance of AUD 17,12514,625 ($11,76111,121 as of June 30,December 31, 2020). The revolving facility and receivable purchase facility mature in March 2022, but are renewable upon mutual agreement with the lender. The revolving facility and receivable purchase facility accrue interest at BBSY plus 1.9% and 1.35%, respectively, per annum (2.05%(1.97% and 1.49%1.41%, respectively, at June 30,December 31, 2020). At June 30,December 31, 2020, there were no borrowingsbalances outstanding under the revolver and the receivable purchase facility. The revolver, receivable purchase facility and the term loan are all secured by substantially all of the assets of Griffon Australia and its subsidiaries. Griffon Australia is required to maintain a certain minimum equity level and is subject to a maximum leverage ratio and a minimum fixed charges cover ratio.

In July 2018, the AMES Companies UK Ltd and its subsidiaries (collectively, "AMES UK") entered into a GBP 14,000 term loan, GBP 4,000 mortgage loan and GBP 5,000 revolver. The term loan and mortgage loan require quarterly principal payments of GBP 350438 and GBP 83105 plus interest, respectively, and have balloon payments due upon maturity, July 2023, of GBP 7,7007,088 and GBP 2,500,2,349, respectively. The Term Loan and Mortgage Loans accrue interest at the GBP LIBOR Rate plus 2.25% and 1.8%, respectively (2.33%(2.27% and 1.88%1.82% at June 30,December 31, 2020, respectively). The revolving facility matures in June 2021, but is renewable upon mutual agreement with the lender, and accrues interest at the Bank of England Base Rate plus 1.75% (1.85%1.50% (1.60% as of June 30,December 31, 2020). As of June 30,December 31, 2020, the revolver had no outstanding balance while the term and mortgage loan balances amounted to GBP 15,39814,855 ($18,97520,044 as of June 30,December 31, 2020). The revolver and the term loan are both secured by substantially all of the assets of AMES UK and its subsidiaries. AMES UK is subject to a maximum leverage ratio and a minimum fixed charges cover ratio. An invoice discounting arrangement was canceled and replaced by the above loan facilities.

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Other long-term debt primarily consists of a loan with the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority, with the balance consisting of capital leases.

At June 30,December 31, 2020, Griffon and its subsidiaries were in compliance with the terms and covenants of its credit and loan agreements. NetGross Debt to EBITDA (Leverage), as calculated in accordance with the definition in the Credit Agreement, was 4.4x3.1x at June 30,December 31, 2020.

On each of August 3, 2016 and August 1, 2018, Griffon’s Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of $50,000 of Griffon’s outstanding common stock. Under these share repurchase programs, the Company may, from time to time, purchase shares of its common stock in the open market, including pursuant to a 10b5-1 plan, or in privately negotiated transactions. As of June 30, 2020, an aggregate of $57,955 remains under Griffon's Board authorized repurchase programs.

During the quarter ended June 30, 2020, there were no shares withheld to settle employee taxes due upon the vesting of restricted stock. During the ninethree months ended June 30, 2020, 340,775 shares, with a market value of $7,409, or $21.74 per share were withheld to settle employee taxes due upon the vesting of restricted stock, and were added to treasury stock. Furthermore, during the nine months ended June 30, 2020, an additional 3,307 shares, with a market value of $70, or $21.22 per share, were withheld from common stock issued upon the vesting of restricted stock units to settle employee taxes due upon vesting.

During 2019, the Company declared and paid regular cash dividends totaling $0.29 per share. During the nine months ended June 30, 2020, the Board of Directors approved and paid three quarterly cash dividends of $0.075 per share each. The Company currently intends to pay dividends each quarter; however, payment of dividends is determined by the Board of Directors at its discretion based on various factors, and no assurance can be provided as to the payment of future dividends.

On July 29, 2020, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.075 per share, payable on September 17, 2020 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 20, 2020.

During the nine months ended June 30,December 31, 2020 and 2019, Griffon used cash for discontinued operations from operating activities of $2,481$1,472 and $3,874,$606, respectively, primarily related to the settling of certain liabilities and environmental costs associated with the Plastics business and Installations Services.
SUPPLEMENTAL GUARANTOR FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Griffon’s Senior Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed, jointly and severally by Clopay Corporation, Telephonics Corporation, The AMES Companies, Inc., ATT Southern LLC, Clopay Ames Holding Corp., ClosetMaid LLC, CornellCookson, LLC and Cornell Real Estate Holdings, LLC, all of which are indirectly 100% owned by Griffon. In accordance with Rule 3-10 of Regulation S-X promulgated under the Securities Act, presented below are summarized financial information of the Parent (Griffon) subsidiaries and the Guarantor subsidiaries as of December 31, 2020 and September 30, 2020 and for the three months ended December 31, 2020 and for the year ended September 30, 2020. All intercompany balances and transactions between subsidiaries under Parent and subsidiaries under the Guarantor have been eliminated. The information presented below excludes eliminations necessary to arrive at the information on a consolidated basis. The summarized information excludes financial information of the Non-Guarantors, including earnings from and investments in these entities. The financial information may not necessarily be indicative of the results of operations or financial position of the guarantor companies or non-guarantor companies had they operated as independent entities. The guarantor companies and the non-guarantor companies include the consolidated financial results of their wholly-owned subsidiaries accounted for under the equity method.

The indentures relating to the Senior Notes (the “Indentures”) contain terms providing that, under certain limited circumstances, a guarantor will be released from its obligations to guarantee the Senior Notes.  These circumstances include (i) a sale of at least a majority of the stock, or all or substantially all the assets, of the subsidiary guarantor as permitted by the Indentures; (ii) a public equity offering of a subsidiary guarantor that qualifies as a “Minority Business” as defined in the Indentures (generally, a business the EBITDA of which constitutes less than 50% of the segment adjusted EBITDA of the Company for the most recently ended four fiscal quarters), and that meets certain other specified conditions as set forth in the Indentures; (iii) the designation of a guarantor as an “unrestricted subsidiary” as defined in the Indentures, in compliance with the terms of the Indentures; (iv) Griffon exercising its right to defease the Senior Notes, or to otherwise discharge its obligations under the Indentures, in each case in accordance with the terms of the Indentures; and (v) upon obtaining the requisite consent of the holders of the Senior Notes.

Summarized Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss)

For the Three Months EndedFor the Year Ended
December 31, 2020September 30, 2020
Parent CompanyGuarantor CompaniesParent CompanyGuarantor Companies
Net sales$— $471,282 $— $1,938,972 
Gross profit$— $121,238 $— $488,048 
Income (loss) from operations$(6,424)$33,946 $(24,876)$130,147 
Equity in earnings of Guarantor subsidiaries$23,160 $— $58,455 $— 
Net income (loss)$(6,799)$23,160 $(48,546)$58,455 


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Summarized Balance Sheet Information
For the Three Months EndedFor the Year Ended
December 31, 2020September 30, 2020
Parent CompanyGuarantor CompaniesParent CompanyGuarantor Companies
Current assets$140,330 $781,377 $140,003 $776,069 
Non-current assets20,709 1,090,658 23,069 1,046,225 
Total assets$161,039 $1,872,035 $163,072 $1,822,294 
Current liabilities$55,992 $287,918 $39,130 $296,293 
Long-term debt996,911 15,443 995,636 15,992 
Other liabilities34,492 193,831 38,024 195,792 
Total liabilities$1,087,395 $497,192 $1,072,790 $508,077 

CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES

The preparation of Griffon’s consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) requires the use of estimates, assumptions, judgments and subjective interpretations of accounting principles that have an impact on assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses. These estimates can also affect supplemental information contained in public disclosures of Griffon, including information regarding contingencies, risk and its financial condition. These estimates, assumptions and judgments are evaluated on an ongoing basis and based on historical experience, current conditions and various other assumptions, and form the basis for estimating the carrying values of assets and liabilities, as well as identifying and assessing the accounting treatment for commitments and contingencies. Actual results may materially differ from these estimates. There have been no changes in Griffon’s critical accounting policies from September 30, 2019.2020.

Griffon’s significant accounting policies and procedures are explained in the Management Discussion and Analysis section in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2019.2020. In the selection of the critical accounting policies, the objective is to properly reflect the financial position and results of operations for each reporting period in a consistent manner that can be understood by the reader of the financial statements. Griffon considers an estimate to be critical if it is subjective and if changes in the estimate using different assumptions would result in a material impact on the financial position or results of operations of Griffon.

RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS

The FASB issues, from time to time, new financial accounting standards, staff positions and emerging issues task force consensus. See the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for a discussion of these matters.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
 
This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, especially “Management’s Discussion and Analysis”, contains certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Securities Act, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements relate to, among other things, income (loss), earnings, cash flows, revenue, changes in operations, operating improvements, industries in which Griffon Corporation (the “Company” or “Griffon”) operates and the United States and global economies. Statements in this Form 10-Q that are not historical are hereby identified as “forward-looking statements” and may be indicated by words or phrases such as “anticipates,” “supports,” “plans,” “projects,” “expects,” “believes,” “should,” “would,” “could,” “hope,” “forecast,” “management is of the opinion,” “may,” “will,” “estimates,” “intends,” “explores,” “opportunities,” the negative of these expressions, use of the future tense and similar words or phrases. Such forward-looking statements are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, among others: current economic conditions and uncertainties in the housing, credit and capital markets; Griffon’s ability to achieve expected savings from cost control, restructuring, integration and disposal initiatives; the ability to identify and successfully consummate and integrate value-adding acquisition opportunities; increasing competition and pricing pressures in the markets served by Griffon’s operating companies; the ability of Griffon’s operating companies to expand into new geographic and product markets and to anticipate and meet customer demands for new products and product enhancements and innovations; reduced military spending by the government on projects for which

Telephonics supplies products, including as a result of defense budget cuts or other government actions; the ability of the federal government to fund and conduct its operations;
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increases in the cost or lack of availability of raw materials such as resin, wood and steel, components or purchased finished goods, including any potential impact on costs or availability resulting from tariffs; changes in customer demand or loss of a material customer at one of Griffon’s operating companies; the potential impact of seasonal variations and uncertain weather patterns on certain of Griffon’s businesses; political events that could impact the worldwide economy; a downgrade in Griffon’s credit ratings; changes in international economic conditions including interest rate and currency exchange fluctuations; the reliance by certain of Griffon’s businesses on particular third party suppliers and manufacturers to meet customer demands; the relative mix of products and services offered by Griffon’s businesses, which impacts margins and operating efficiencies; short-term capacity constraints or prolonged excess capacity; unforeseen developments in contingencies, such as litigation, regulatory and environmental matters; unfavorable results of government agency contract audits of Telephonics; Griffon’s ability to adequately protect and maintain the validity of patent and other intellectual property rights; the cyclical nature of the businesses of certain of Griffon’s operating companies; possible terrorist threats and actions and their impact on the global economy; the impact of COVID-19 on the U.S. and the global economy, including business disruptions, reductions in employment and an increase in business and operating facility failures, specifically among our customers and suppliers;customers; Griffon's ability to service and refinance its debt; and the impact of recent and future legislative and regulatory changes, including, without limitation, the Tax Cuts Jobs Act of 2017.changes in tax laws. Additional important factors that could cause the statements made in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q or the actual results of operations or financial condition of Griffon to differ are discussed under the caption “Item 1A. Risk Factors” and “Special Notes Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” in Griffon’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2019.2020. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made. Griffon undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

Item 3 - Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosure About Market Risk
 
Griffon’s business’ activities necessitate the management of various financial and market risks, including those related to changes in interest rates, foreign currency rates and commodity prices.
 
Interest Rates
 
Griffon’s exposure to market risk for changes in interest rates relates primarily to variable interest rate debt and investments in cash and equivalents.
 
The Credit Agreement and certain other of Griffon’s credit facilities have a LIBOR-based variable interest rate. Due to the current and expected level of borrowings under these facilities, a 100 basis point change in LIBOR would not have a material impact on Griffon’s results of operations or liquidity.

Foreign Exchange
 
Griffon conducts business in various non-US countries, primarily in Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico and China; therefore, changes in the value of the currencies of these countries affect Griffon's financial position and cash flows when translated into US Dollars. Griffon has generally accepted the exposure to exchange rate movements relative to its non-US operations. Griffon may, from time to time, hedge its currency risk exposures. A change of 10% or less in the value of all applicable foreign currencies would not have a material effect on Griffon’s financial position and cash flows.
 
Item 4 - Controls and Procedures
 
Under the supervision and with the participation of Griffon’s Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) and Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), Griffon’s disclosure controls and procedures, as defined by Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e), were evaluated as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on that evaluation, Griffon’s CEO and CFO concluded that Griffon’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective at the reasonable assurance level.

During the period covered by this report, there were no changes in Griffon’s internal control over financial reporting which materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, Griffon’s internal control over financial reporting.
 
Limitations on the Effectiveness of Controls
 
Griffon believes that a control system, no matter how well designed and operated, cannot provide absolute assurance that the objectives of the control system are met, and no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all controls issues and instances of fraud, if any, within a company have been detected. Griffon’s disclosure controls and procedures, as defined by Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e), are designed to provide reasonable assurance of achieving their objectives.

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PART II - OTHER INFORMATION

Item 1    Legal Proceedings
None

Item 1A    Risk Factors

In addition to the other information set forth in this report, carefully consider the factors discussed below and in Item 1A to Part I in Griffon’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2019,2020, which could materially affect Griffon’s business, financial condition or future results. The risks described in Griffon’s Annual Report on Form 10-K are not the only risks facing Griffon. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to Griffon or that Griffon currently deems to be immaterial also may materially adversely affect Griffon’s business, financial condition and/or operating results.
The COVID-19 outbreak could adversely impact our results of operations.
The future impact of the COVID-19 outbreak and the spread of the pathogen on a global basis could adversely affect our business in a number of respects, although the extent, nature and timing of such impact cannot be predicted at this time. The COVID-19 outbreak has led countries around the world, as well as most states in the U.S., to implement restrictions relating to the operation of almost all types of businesses. Within the U.S., the standards vary from state to state, but typically require all but “critical”, “essential” or “life-sustaining” businesses to close all offices and facilities. We believe, based on the various standards published to date, that our businesses meet the requisite standard in all U.S states. We also believe that our businesses meet the applicable standards to remain open in Canada and Australia. As of the date of this filing, all of our manufacturing and distribution facilities in the U.S., Canada, Australia and China are operating, although some of them are operating at reduced capacity as a result of enacting procedures designed to prevent the spread of the virus such as social distancing and staggered shifts. The AMES manufacturing plant in Reynosa, Mexico, as well as AMES’ facilities in the UK, Ireland and New Zealand were temporarily closed for various periods during the period March through June 2020, but have resumed operations. However, changing standards regarding what type of facilities are permitted to remain open, as well as evolving interpretations of existing standards, in both the United States and around the globe, could result in additional closures of Griffon facilities.
To date, our supply chain has not experienced significant disruptions, and at this time we do not anticipate any such significant disruptions in the near term. However, our suppliers could be required by government authorities to temporarily cease operations in accordance with the various restrictions discussed above; might be limited in their production capacity due to complying with restrictions relating to the operation of businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic; or could suffer their own supply chain disruptions, impacting their ability to continue to supply us with the quantity of materials required by us.
If as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak governments take additional protective actions, or extend the time period for existing protective actions, it may have a material adverse impact on Griffon’s business and operating results. This could include additional closures of our facilities; the extension of the term of closure for those of our facilities that are currently closed; or the closure of the facilities of our customers, suppliers, or other vendors in our supply chain. Any disruption of our supply chain or the businesses of our customers could adversely impact our business and results of operations. The COVID-19 outbreak has worsened in many U.S. states over the last four to eight weeks, and recently certain states have put in place new restrictions regarding the operation of many types of businesses or have tightened up restrictions already in place. In addition, the widespread public health crisis caused by the COVID-19 outbreak has adversely impacted the economies and financial markets worldwide, resulting in an economic downturn that has adversely impacted many businesses, including ours. The extent and duration of the impact on the global economy and financial markets from the COVID-19 outbreak is difficult to predict, and the extent to which the COVID-19 outbreak will negatively affect us and the duration of any potential business disruption is uncertain. The impact to our results will depend to a large extent on future developments and new information that may emerge regarding the duration and severity of the COVID-19 outbreak and the actions taken by authorities and other entities to contain the COVID-19 outbreak or treat its impact, and the impact of such actions, all of which are beyond our control. These potential impacts, while uncertain, could adversely affect our operating results. To the extent the COVID-19 outbreak adversely affects our business, operations, financial condition and operating results, it may also have the effect of heightening many of the other risks described in this “Risk Factors” section (including those described in Griffon’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2019, such as those relating to our high level of indebtedness, our need to generate sufficient cash flows to service our indebtedness, and our ability to comply with the covenants contained in the agreements that govern our indebtedness).
See “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Liquidity and Capital Resources” for a discussion of the impact, to date, of the COVID-19 outbreak on sales levels in our various business.




Item 2    Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

(c)    ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
Period
(a) Total Number
of Shares (or
Units) Purchased
  
(b) Average Price
Paid Per Share (or
Unit)
 
(c) Total Number of
Shares (or Units)
Purchased as Part of
Publicly Announced
Plans or Programs (1)
 
(d) Maximum Number (or
Approximate Dollar
Value) of Shares (or Units)
That May Yet Be
Purchased Under the
Plans or Programs (1)
April 1 - 30, 2020
  $
 
  
May 1 - 31, 2020
  
 
  
June 1 - 30, 2020
  
 
  
Total
  $
 
 $57,955

1.Period(a) Total Number
of Shares (or
Units) Purchased
(b) Average Price
Paid Per Share (or
Unit)
(c) Total Number of
Shares (or Units)
Purchased as Part of
Publicly Announced
On eachPlans or Programs (1)
(d) Maximum Number (or
Approximate Dollar
Value) of August 3, 2016 and August 1, 2018,Shares (or Units)
That May Yet Be
Purchased Under the Company’s Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to $50,000 of Griffon common stock; as of June 30, 2020,
Plans or Programs an aggregate of $57,955 remained available for the purchase of Griffon common stock under these repurchase programs. Amount consists of shares purchased by the Company in open market purchases pursuant to such Board authorized stock repurchase program.(1)
October 1 - 31, 2020— $— — 
November 1 - 30, 2020— — — 
December 1 - 31, 2020— — — 
Total— $— — $57,955 


1.On each of August 3, 2016 and August 1, 2018, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to $50,000 of Griffon common stock; as of December 31, 2020, an aggregate of $57,955 remained available for the purchase of Griffon common stock under these repurchase programs. Amount consists of shares purchased by the Company in open market purchases pursuant to such Board authorized stock repurchase program.

Item 3    Defaults Upon Senior Securities
None

Item 4    Mine Safety Disclosures
None


Item 5    Other Information
Departure
Submission of Directors or Certain Officers; ElectionMatters to a Vote of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

Election of New Director

Security Holders.
On July 29, 2020, Jerome L. CobenJanuary 28, 2021, Griffon held its Annual Meeting. Of the 56,225,426 shares of common stock outstanding and entitled to vote, 53,678,628 shares, or 95.5%, were represented at the meeting in person or by proxy, and therefore a quorum was present. The final results for each of the matters submitted to a vote of stockholders at the Annual Meeting are as follows:

Item No. 1: All of the Board’s nominees for Class II directors were elected to serve until Griffon’s 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, by the votes set forth below:
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NomineeForWithheldBroker Non-Votes
Henry A. Alpert36,734,96715,328,4121,615,249
Jerome L. Coben50,896,9311,166,4481,615,249
Ronald J. Kramer48,099,1483,964,2311,615,249
General Victor Eugene Renuart51,100,257963,1221,615,249
Kevin F. Sullivan50,961,3021,102,0771,615,249

Item No. 2: The stockholders approved, on Griffon’s Board of Directors as a Class II Director, and was appointed to serve onan advisory basis, the Nominating and Governance Committee. Mr. Coben also entered into a customary indemnification agreement with Griffon which provides that Griffon will indemnify Mr. Coben to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, and which includes provisions relating to the advancement of expenses incurred by or on behalf of Mr. Coben. This indemnification agreement is in the same form as the indemnification agreement entered into between Griffon and each of its other directors and each of its executive officers; the formcompensation of the indemnification agreement is filednamed executive officers as Exhibit 10.2 todisclosed in Griffon’s Proxy Statement, by the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Qvotes set forth below:
ForAgainstAbstainBroker Non-votes
26,187,93025,210,174665,2761,615,248

Item No. 3: The stockholders ratified the appointment of Grant Thornton LLP as Griffon’s independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal 2021, by the quarter ended June 30, 2013.votes set forth below:

ForAgainstAbstain
53,082,277545,61050,739
Mr. Coben will receive compensation for his services pursuant to our director compensation program. This program is filed as Exhibit 10.4 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended December 31, 2019. Pursuant to our director compensation program, Mr. Coben received a grant of 4,296 restricted shares of Griffon common stock at the time of his election to the Board, which grant vests at the rate of one-third a year for three years.



Item 6Exhibits
Item 6Exhibits
4.131.1
Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of June 22, 2020, by and among Griffon Corporation, the Guarantors party thereto and BofA Securities, Inc., as the Representative of the several Initial Purchasers (Exhibit 4.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 22, 2020 (Commission File No. 1-06620)).


31.1
31.2
32
99.1

Purchase Agreement, dated as of June 8, 2020, by and among Griffon Corporation, the Guarantors named therein and BofA Securities, Inc., as Representative of the several Initial Purchasers named therein (Exhibit 99.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed June 9, 2020 (Commission File No. 1-06620)).

101.INS
101.INSXBRL Instance Document
101.SCHXBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
101.CALXBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Document
101.DEFXBRL Taxonomy Extension Definitions Document
101.LABXBRL Taxonomy Extension Labels Document
101.PREXBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentations Document

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SIGNATURES
 
Pursuant to the requirements 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.
 
GRIFFON CORPORATION
/s/ Brian G. Harris
Brian G. Harris
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial Officer)
/s/ W. Christopher Durborow
W. Christopher Durborow
Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer
(Principal Accounting Officer)
 
Date: July 30, 2020January 28, 2021


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