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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
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FORM 10-Q 
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    QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended February 29, 2024
OR
    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 1-4304
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COMMERCIAL METALS COMPANY
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
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Delaware75-0725338
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization)(I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)
6565 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving, Texas 75039
(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)
(214) 689-4300
(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, $0.01 par valueCMCNew 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 (the "Exchange Act") 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  x    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  x    No  ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of "large accelerated filer," "accelerated filer," "smaller reporting company," and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filerAccelerated filer
Non-accelerated filer  Smaller reporting company
Emerging growth company
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). 
Yes      No  
As of March 25, 2024, 115,708,291 shares of the registrant's common stock, par value $0.01 per share, were outstanding.



COMMERCIAL METALS COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
 



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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
COMMERCIAL METALS COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS (UNAUDITED)
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
(in thousands, except share and per share data)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Net sales$1,848,287 $2,018,003 $3,851,338 $4,245,316 
Costs and operating expenses:
Cost of goods sold1,552,046 1,621,763 3,156,114 3,341,177 
Selling, general and administrative expenses167,444 150,805 329,976 307,160 
Interest expense11,878 9,945 23,634 22,990 
Net costs and operating expenses1,731,368 1,782,513 3,509,724 3,671,327 
Earnings before income taxes116,919 235,490 341,614 573,989 
Income taxes31,072 55,641 79,494 132,366 
Net earnings$85,847 $179,849 $262,120 $441,623 
Earnings per share:
Basic$0.74 $1.53 $2.25 $3.77 
Diluted0.73 1.51 2.22 3.71 
Average basic shares outstanding116,396,530 117,224,517 116,584,235 117,249,266 
Average diluted shares outstanding117,524,113 118,723,259 118,051,249 118,985,098 
See notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.


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COMMERCIAL METALS COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (UNAUDITED)
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
(in thousands)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Net earnings$85,847 $179,849 $262,120 $441,623 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of income taxes:
Foreign currency translation adjustments1,341 11,628 24,834 53,057 
Derivatives:
Net unrealized holding gain (loss)
(47,924)23,957 (90,869)92,002 
Reclassification for realized gain
(189)(863)(1,688)(7,833)
Net unrealized gain (loss) on derivatives
(48,113)23,094 (92,557)84,169 
Defined benefit plans gain (loss) after amortization of prior service costs
(9)(37)(18)1,721 
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of income taxes
(46,781)34,685 (67,741)138,947 
Comprehensive income
$39,066 $214,534 $194,379 $580,570 
See notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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COMMERCIAL METALS COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (UNAUDITED)
(in thousands, except share and per share data)February 29, 2024August 31, 2023
Assets
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$638,261 $592,332 
Accounts receivable (less allowance for doubtful accounts of $4,335 and $4,135)
1,118,514 1,240,217 
Inventories, net1,150,447 1,035,582 
Prepaid and other current assets290,868 276,024 
Total current assets3,198,090 3,144,155 
Property, plant and equipment, net2,474,520 2,409,360 
Intangible assets, net245,945 259,161 
Goodwill383,587 385,821 
Other noncurrent assets360,123 440,597 
Total assets$6,662,265 $6,639,094 
Liabilities and stockholders' equity
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable$367,944 $364,390 
Accrued expenses and other payables359,015 438,811 
Current maturities of long-term debt and short-term borrowings35,588 40,513 
Total current liabilities762,547 843,714 
Deferred income taxes293,342 306,801 
Other noncurrent liabilities257,472 253,181 
Long-term debt1,126,216 1,114,284 
Total liabilities2,439,577 2,517,980 
Commitments and contingencies (Note 12)
Stockholders' equity:
Common stock, par value $0.01 per share; authorized 200,000,000 shares; issued 129,060,664 shares; outstanding 116,023,685 and 116,515,427 shares
1,290 1,290 
Additional paid-in capital389,568 394,672 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(71,519)(3,778)
Retained earnings4,322,008 4,097,262 
Less treasury stock 13,036,979 and 12,545,237 shares at cost
(418,900)(368,573)
Stockholders' equity4,222,447 4,120,873 
Stockholders' equity attributable to non-controlling interests241 241 
Total stockholders' equity4,222,688 4,121,114 
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity$6,662,265 $6,639,094 
See notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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COMMERCIAL METALS COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)
 Six Months Ended
(in thousands)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Cash flows from (used by) operating activities:
Net earnings$262,120 $441,623 
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash flows from operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization137,485 102,399 
Stock-based compensation23,047 33,624 
Write-down of inventory10,392 5,532 
Deferred income taxes and other long-term taxes1,901 26,930 
Other2,225 4,616 
Settlement of New Markets Tax Credit transaction (17,659)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions(87,149)(38,158)
Net cash flows from operating activities
350,021 558,907 
Cash flows from (used by) investing activities:
Capital expenditures(160,772)(289,251)
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired (65,153)
Other2,312 1,802 
Net cash flows used by investing activities
(158,460)(352,602)
Cash flows from (used by) financing activities:
Repayments of long-term debt(17,199)(160,263)
Debt issuance costs (1,800)
Debt extinguishment costs (96)
Proceeds from accounts receivable facilities38,079 74,963 
Repayments under accounts receivable facilities(45,693)(77,843)
Treasury stock acquired(76,347)(66,323)
Tax withholdings related to share settlements, net of purchase plans(9,227)(14,789)
Dividends(37,374)(37,524)
Net cash flows used by financing activities
(147,761)(283,675)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash380 6,545 
Increase (decrease) in cash, restricted cash and cash equivalents
44,180 (70,825)
Cash, restricted cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period595,717 679,243 
Cash, restricted cash and cash equivalents at end of period$639,897 $608,418 
See notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.

Supplemental information:Six Months Ended
(in thousands)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Cash paid for income taxes$86,506 $114,585 
Cash paid for interest24,260 35,036 
Noncash activities:
Liabilities related to additions of property, plant and equipment$21,279 $51,239 
Right of use assets obtained in exchange for operating leases40,225 19,327 
Right of use assets obtained in exchange for finance leases31,463 24,275 
Cash and cash equivalents$638,261 $603,966 
Restricted cash1,636 4,452 
Total cash, restricted cash and cash equivalents$639,897 $608,418 
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COMMERCIAL METALS COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (UNAUDITED)
Three Months Ended February 29, 2024
 Common Stock Treasury Stock 
(in thousands, except share and per share data)Number of
Shares
AmountAdditional Paid-In
Capital
Accumulated
Other Comprehensive
Loss
Retained
Earnings
Number of
Shares
Amount Non-controlling
Interest
Total
Balance, December 1, 2023129,060,664 $1,290 $377,533 $(24,738)$4,254,787 (12,352,440)$(379,136)$241 $4,229,977 
Net earnings85,847 85,847 
Other comprehensive loss(46,781)(46,781)
Dividends ($0.16 per share)
(18,626)(18,626)
Treasury stock acquired(945,205)(47,939)(47,939)
Issuance of stock under incentive and purchase plans, net of shares withheld for taxes2,133 260,666 8,175 10,308 
Stock-based compensation9,902 9,902 
Balance, February 29, 2024129,060,664 $1,290 $389,568 $(71,519)$4,322,008 (13,036,979)$(418,900)$241 $4,222,688 
Six Months Ended February 29, 2024
 Common Stock Treasury Stock 
(in thousands, except share and per share data)Number of
Shares
AmountAdditional Paid-In
Capital
Accumulated
Other Comprehensive
Loss
Retained
Earnings
Number of
Shares
AmountNon-controlling
Interest
Total
Balance, September 1, 2023129,060,664 $1,290 $394,672 $(3,778)$4,097,262 (12,545,237)$(368,573)$241 $4,121,114 
Net earnings262,120 262,120 
Other comprehensive loss(67,741)(67,741)
Dividends ($0.32 per share)
(37,374)(37,374)
Treasury stock acquired(1,566,848)(76,347)(76,347)
Issuance of stock under incentive and purchase plans, net of shares withheld for taxes(35,247)1,075,106 26,020 (9,227)
Stock-based compensation18,942 18,942 
Reclassification of share-based liability awards11,201 11,201 
Balance, February 29, 2024129,060,664 $1,290 $389,568 $(71,519)$4,322,008 (13,036,979)$(418,900)$241 $4,222,688 
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Three Months Ended February 28, 2023
 Common Stock Treasury Stock 
(in thousands, except share and per share data)Number of
Shares
AmountAdditional Paid-In
Capital
Accumulated
Other Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Retained
Earnings
Number of
Shares
AmountNon-controlling
Interest
Total
Balance, December 1, 2022129,060,664 $1,290 $361,199 $(10,189)$3,555,425 (11,769,027)$(323,722)$232 $3,584,235 
Net earnings179,849 179,849 
Other comprehensive income34,685 34,685 
Dividends ($0.16 per share)
(18,737)(18,737)
Treasury stock acquired(330,000)(17,174)(17,174)
Issuance of stock under incentive and purchase plans, net of shares withheld for taxes1,630 243,670 7,094 8,724 
Stock-based compensation11,611 11,611 
Balance, February 28, 2023129,060,664 $1,290 $374,440 $24,496 $3,716,537 (11,855,357)$(333,802)$232 $3,783,193 
Six Months Ended February 28, 2023
 Common Stock Treasury Stock 
(in thousands, except share and per share data)Number of
Shares
AmountAdditional Paid-In
Capital
Accumulated
Other Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Retained
Earnings
Number of
Shares
AmountNon-controlling
Interest
Total
Balance, September 1, 2022129,060,664 $1,290 $382,767 $(114,451)$3,312,438 (11,564,611)$(295,847)$232 $3,286,429 
Net earnings441,623 441,623 
Other comprehensive income138,947 138,947 
Dividends ($0.32 per share)
(37,524)(37,524)
Treasury stock acquired(1,605,452)(66,323)(66,323)
Issuance of stock under incentive and purchase plans, net of shares withheld for taxes(43,157)1,314,706 28,368 (14,789)
Stock-based compensation25,138 25,138 
Reclassification of share-based liability awards9,692 9,692 
Balance, February 28, 2023129,060,664 $1,290 $374,440 $24,496 $3,716,537 (11,855,357)$(333,802)$232 $3,783,193 
See notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.

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COMMERCIAL METALS COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
NOTE 1. NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of Presentation

The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP") on a basis consistent with that used in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended August 31, 2023 (the "2023 Form 10-K") filed by Commercial Metals Company ("CMC," and together with its consolidated subsidiaries, the "Company") with the United States ("U.S.") Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and include all normal recurring adjustments necessary to present fairly the condensed consolidated balance sheets and the condensed consolidated statements of earnings, comprehensive income, cash flows and stockholders' equity for the periods indicated. These notes should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and notes included in the 2023 Form 10-K. The results of operations for the three and six month periods ended February 29, 2024 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full fiscal year. Any reference in this Form 10-Q to the "corresponding period" or "comparable period" relates to the relevant three or six month period ended February 28, 2023. Any reference in this Form 10-Q to a year refers to the fiscal year ended August 31st of that year, unless otherwise noted.

Nature of Operations

CMC is an innovative solutions provider helping build a stronger, safer and more sustainable world. Through an extensive manufacturing network principally located in the U.S. and Central Europe, the Company offers products and technologies to meet the critical reinforcement needs of the global construction sector. CMC’s solutions support construction across a wide variety of applications, including infrastructure, non-residential, residential, industrial and energy generation and transmission.

During the first quarter of 2024, CMC changed its reportable segments to reflect a change in the manner in which the business is managed. Based on changes to CMC’s organizational structure, the evolution of CMC’s solutions offerings outside of traditional steel products, the growing importance of non-steel solutions to CMC’s financial results and future outlook and how CMC's chief operating decision maker ("CODM"), the President and Chief Executive Officer, reviews operating results and makes decisions about resource allocation, CMC now has three reportable segments: North America Steel Group, Europe Steel Group and Emerging Businesses Group.

North America Steel Group

The North America Steel Group segment is composed of a vertically integrated network of recycling facilities, steel mills and fabrication operations located in the U.S. The recycling facilities process ferrous and nonferrous scrap metals (collectively referred to as "raw materials") for use by manufacturers of new metal products. The steel mill operations consist of six electric arc furnace ("EAF") mini mills, three EAF micro mills and one rerolling mill. The steel mills manufacture finished long steel products including reinforcing bar ("rebar"), merchant bar, light structural and other special sections and wire rod, as well as semi-finished billets for rerolling and forging applications (collectively referred to as "steel products"). The fabrication operations primarily fabricate rebar and steel fence posts and offer post-tension cable products (collectively referred to as "downstream products" in the context of the North America Steel Group segment). The general strategy in the North America Steel Group segment is to optimize the Company's vertically integrated value chain to maximize profitability by obtaining the lowest possible input costs and highest possible selling prices. The Company operates the recycling facilities to provide low-cost scrap to the steel mills and the fabrication operations to optimize the steel mill volumes. The North America Steel Group segment's products are sold primarily to steel mills and foundries, as well as construction, fabrication and other manufacturing industries.

Europe Steel Group

The Europe Steel Group segment is composed of a vertically integrated network of recycling facilities, an EAF mini mill and fabrication operations located in Poland. The scrap metal recycling facilities process ferrous scrap metals for use almost exclusively by the mini mill. The steel products manufactured by the mini mill include rebar, merchant bar and wire rod as well as semi-finished billets. The products manufactured by this segment's fabrication operations include fabricated rebar, wire mesh, assembled rebar cages and other fabricated rebar by-products (collectively referred to as "downstream products" in the context of the Europe Steel Group segment). The strategy in the Europe Steel Group segment is to optimize profitability of the
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products manufactured by the mini mill and is executed in the same manner as in the North America Steel Group segment. The Europe Steel Group segment's products are sold primarily to fabricators, manufacturers, distributors and construction companies.

Emerging Businesses Group

The Emerging Businesses Group segment's portfolio consists of CMC Construction ServicesTM products (collectively referred to as "construction products"), Tensar® products and solutions (collectively referred to as "ground stabilization solutions") and CMC Impact MetalsTM, CMC Anchoring Systems and performance reinforcing steel products (collectively referred to as "downstream products" in the context of the Emerging Businesses Group segment).

CMC Construction ServicesTM operations sell and rent products and equipment used to execute construction projects. Primary customers include concrete installers and other businesses in the construction industry.
Tensar® operations sell geogrids and Geopier® foundation systems. Geogrids are polymer-based products used for ground stabilization, soil reinforcement and asphalt optimization in construction applications, including roadways, public infrastructure and industrial facilities. Geopier® foundation systems are rammed aggregate pier and other foundation solutions that increase the load-bearing characteristics of ground structures and working surfaces and can be applied in soil types and construction situations in which traditional support methods are impractical or would make a project infeasible.
CMC Impact MetalsTM operations manufacture heat-treated, high-strength steel products, such as high-strength bar for the truck trailer industry, special bar quality steel for the energy market and armor plate for military vehicles.
CMC Anchoring Systems' operations supply custom engineered anchor cages, bolts and fasteners that are fabricated principally from rebar and are used primarily to secure high voltage electrical transmission poles to concrete foundations.
The Company's group of performance reinforcing steel offerings include innovative products such as Galvabar® (galvanized rebar with a zinc alloy coating that provides corrosion protection and post-fabrication formability), ChromX® (designed for high-strength capabilities, corrosion resistance and a service life of more than 100 years) and CryoSteel® (a cryogenic reinforcing steel that exceeds minimum performance requirements for strength and ductility at extremely low temperatures).

The strategy in the Emerging Businesses Group segment is to provide construction-related solutions and value-added products with strong underlying growth fundamentals to serve domestic and international markets that are adjacent to those served by the vertically integrated operations in the North America Steel Group segment and the Europe Steel Group segment. To execute this strategy, the Company (i) develops proprietary products and solutions that deliver high value to customers by reducing costs and construction time, (ii) provides concrete-related construction products, equipment, and services and (iii) produces reinforcing steel products with increased strength, durability and corrosion resistance to support sustainable concrete construction.

As a result of the change in reportable segments, certain prior year amounts have been recast to conform to the current year presentation. Throughout this Form 10-Q, unless otherwise indicated, amounts and activity reflect reclassifications related to the Company's change in reportable segments. The change in reportable segments had no impact on the Company’s condensed consolidated balance sheets and the condensed consolidated statements of earnings, comprehensive income, cash flows and stockholders’ equity previously reported.

Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements

In November 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures ("ASU 2023-07"). ASU 2023-07 requires, among other updates, enhanced disclosures about significant segment expenses that are regularly provided to the CODM, as well as the aggregate amount of other segment items included in the reported measure of segment profit or loss. ASU 2023-07 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, and requires retrospective adoption. Early adoption is permitted. The Company is evaluating the impact of this guidance on its consolidated financial statements and disclosures.

In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures ("ASU 2023-09"). ASU 2023-09 requires enhanced annual disclosures regarding the rate reconciliation and income taxes paid information. ASU 2023-09 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024 and may be adopted on a prospective or retrospective basis. Early adoption is permitted. The Company is evaluating the impact of this guidance on its consolidated financial statements and disclosures.
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NOTE 2. CHANGES IN BUSINESS

2023 Acquisitions

On September 15, 2022, the Company completed the acquisition of Advanced Steel Recovery, LLC ("ASR"), a supplier of recycled ferrous metals located in Southern California. ASR's primary operations include processing and brokering capabilities that source material for sale into both the domestic and export markets.

On November 14, 2022, the Company completed the acquisition of a Galveston, Texas area metals recycling facility and related assets (collectively, "Kodiak") from Kodiak Resources, Inc. and Kodiak Properties, L.L.C.

On March 3, 2023, the Company completed the acquisition of all of the assets of Roane Metals Group, LLC ("Roane"), a supplier of recycled metals with two facilities located in eastern Tennessee.

On March 17, 2023, the Company completed the acquisition of Tendon Systems, LLC ("Tendon"), a leading provider of post-tensioning, barrier cable and concrete restoration solutions to the southeastern U.S.

On May 1, 2023, the Company completed the acquisition of all of the assets of BOSTD America, LLC ("BOSTD"), a geogrid manufacturing facility located in Blackwell, Oklahoma. Prior to the acquisition, BOSTD produced several product lines for the Company's Tensar operations under a contract manufacturing arrangement.

On July 12, 2023, the Company completed the acquisition of EDSCO Fasteners, LLC ("EDSCO"), a leading provider of anchoring solutions for the electrical transmission market, with four manufacturing facilities located in North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Utah. Following the acquisition, EDSCO was rebranded as CMC Anchoring Systems.

The acquisitions of ASR, Kodiak, Roane, Tendon, BOSTD and EDSCO (the "2023 acquisitions") were not material individually, or in the aggregate, to the Company's financial position or results of operations, and therefore, pro forma operating results and other disclosures are not presented.

Operating results for the acquired operations of ASR, Kodiak, Roane and Tendon are presented within the Company's North America Steel Group segment. Operating results for BOSTD and CMC Anchoring Systems are presented within the Company's Emerging Businesses Group segment.
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NOTE 3. ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)

The following tables reflect the changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) ("AOCI"):
Three Months Ended February 29, 2024
(in thousands)Foreign Currency TranslationDerivativesDefined Benefit Pension PlansTotal AOCI
Balance, December 1, 2023$(102,552)$90,813 $(12,999)$(24,738)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(1)
1,341 (47,924)(9)(46,592)
Reclassification for gain(2)
 (189) (189)
Net other comprehensive income (loss)
1,341 (48,113)(9)(46,781)
Balance, February 29, 2024$(101,211)$42,700 $(13,008)$(71,519)
Six Months Ended February 29, 2024
(in thousands)Foreign Currency TranslationDerivativesDefined Benefit Pension PlansTotal AOCI
Balance, September 1, 2023$(126,045)$135,257 $(12,990)$(3,778)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(1)
24,834 (90,869)(18)(66,053)
Reclassification for gain(2)
 (1,688) (1,688)
Net other comprehensive income (loss)
24,834 (92,557)(18)(67,741)
Balance, February 29, 2024$(101,211)$42,700 $(13,008)$(71,519)
Three Months Ended February 28, 2023
(in thousands)Foreign Currency TranslationDerivativesDefined Benefit Pension PlansTotal AOCI
Balance, December 1, 2022$(204,468)$199,317 $(5,038)$(10,189)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(1)
11,628 23,957 (37)35,548 
Reclassification for gain(2)
 (863) (863)
Net other comprehensive income (loss)
11,628 23,094 (37)34,685 
Balance, February 28, 2023$(192,840)$222,411 $(5,075)$24,496 
Six Months Ended February 28, 2023
(in thousands)Foreign Currency TranslationDerivativesDefined Benefit Pension PlansTotal AOCI
Balance, September 1, 2022$(245,897)$138,242 $(6,796)$(114,451)
Other comprehensive income before reclassifications(1)
53,057 92,002 1,721 146,780 
Reclassification for gain(2)
 (7,833) (7,833)
Net other comprehensive income
53,057 84,169 1,721 138,947 
Balance, February 28, 2023$(192,840)$222,411 $(5,075)$24,496 
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(1) Other comprehensive income (loss) ("OCI") before reclassifications from derivatives is presented net of income tax benefit (expense) of $11.3 million and $21.4 million for the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, and $(5.4) million and $(21.2) million for the three and six months ended February 28, 2023, respectively. OCI before reclassifications from defined benefit pension plans is presented net of immaterial tax benefit (expense) for each period presented.
(2) Reclassifications for gains from derivatives included in net earnings are primarily recorded in cost of goods sold in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings and are presented net of immaterial tax expenses for each period presented.
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NOTE 4. REVENUE RECOGNITION

The majority of the Company's revenue is recognized at a point in time concurrent with the transfer of control, which usually occurs, depending on shipping terms, upon shipment or customer receipt. See Note 13, Segment Information, for further information about disaggregated revenue by the Company's major product lines.

Certain revenue from the Company's downstream products in the North America Steel Group segment is not recognized at a point in time. Revenue resulting from sales of fabricated rebar in the North America Steel Group segment is recognized over time, as discussed below. Revenue resulting from sales of steel fence posts and other downstream products in the North America Steel Group segment is recognized equal to billing under an available practical expedient.

Each of the North America Steel Group segment's fabricated rebar contracts represent a single performance obligation. Revenue from certain fabricated rebar contracts for which the Company provides fabricated product and installation services is recognized over time using an input measure. These contracts represented 8% of net sales in the North America Steel Group segment in each of the three and six months ended February 29, 2024 and February 28, 2023. Revenue from fabricated rebar contracts for which the Company does not provide installation services is recognized over time using an output measure. These contracts represented 10% and 11% of net sales in the North America Steel Group segment in the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, and 12% and 13% of net sales in the North America Steel Group segment in the three and six months ended February 28, 2023, respectively.

The following table provides information about assets and liabilities from contracts with customers recognized over time:
(in thousands)February 29, 2024August 31, 2023
Contract assets (included in accounts receivable)$61,044 $67,641 
Contract liabilities (included in accrued expenses and other payables)26,047 28,377 

The amount of revenue reclassified from August 31, 2023 contract liabilities during the six months ended February 29, 2024 was approximately $23.4 million.

Remaining Performance Obligations

As of February 29, 2024, revenue totaling $1.1 billion has been allocated to remaining performance obligations in the North America Steel Group segment related to contracts for which revenue is recognized using an input or output measure. Of this amount, the Company estimates that approximately 80% of the remaining performance obligations will be recognized in the twelve months following February 29, 2024, and the remainder will be recognized during the subsequent twelve months. The duration of all other contracts in the North America Steel Group, Europe Steel Group and Emerging Businesses Group segments are typically less than one year.
NOTE 5. INVENTORIES, NET

The majority of the Company's inventories are in the form of semi-finished and finished steel products. Under the Company’s vertically integrated business models in the North America Steel Group segment and the Europe Steel Group segment, steel products are sold to external customers in various stages, from semi-finished billets through fabricated steel, leading these categories to be combined as finished goods.

The components of inventories were as follows:
(in thousands)February 29, 2024August 31, 2023
Raw materials$306,681 $261,619 
Work in process5,884 6,844 
Finished goods837,882 767,119 
Total$1,150,447 $1,035,582 

Inventory write-down expense was $10.4 million and $5.5 million during the six months ended February 29, 2024 and February 28, 2023, respectively. The inventory write-downs primarily impacted the Europe Steel Group segment and were recorded in cost of goods sold in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings.
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NOTE 6. GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLES

Goodwill by reportable segment is detailed in the table below. During the first quarter of 2024, the Company changed its reportable segments as described in Note 1, Nature of Operations and Accounting Policies. Concurrent with the change in reportable segments, the Company reassigned goodwill to the updated reporting units using a relative fair value approach, shown below:

(in thousands)North AmericaEuropeNorth America Steel GroupEurope Steel GroupEmerging Businesses GroupConsolidated
Goodwill, gross
Balance, September 1, 2023$351,441 $44,561 $ $ $ $396,002 
Segment reassignment(351,441)(44,561)126,915 4,075 265,012  
Acquisition adjustments(1)
— — — — (2,305)(2,305)
Foreign currency translation   133 (57)76 
Balance, February 29, 2024  126,915 4,208 262,650 393,773 
Accumulated impairment
Balance, September 1, 2023(10,036)(145)   (10,181)
Segment reassignment10,036 145 (9,542)(146)(493) 
Foreign currency translation   (5) (5)
Balance, February 29, 2024  (9,542)(151)(493)(10,186)
Goodwill, net
Balance, September 1, 2023341,405 44,416    385,821 
Segment reassignment(341,405)(44,416)117,373 3,929 264,519  
Acquisition adjustments(1)
— — — — (2,305)(2,305)
Foreign currency translation   128 (57)71 
Balance, February 29, 2024$ $ $117,373 $4,057 $262,157 $383,587 
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(1) Measurement period adjustments related to the 2023 acquisitions which impacted the amount of goodwill originally reported.

The Company evaluated impairment indicators for the previous reporting units immediately prior to the change in reportable segments and concluded there were no indicators of impairment. Immediately after the change in reportable segments, the Company performed qualitative tests for five reporting units consisting of $285.0 million of goodwill and quantitative tests for three reporting units consisting of $100.8 million of goodwill. The results of the qualitative and quantitative tests indicated it was more likely than not that the fair value of all reporting units with goodwill exceeded their carrying values.

Other indefinite-lived intangible assets consisted of the following:
(in thousands)February 29, 2024August 31, 2023
Trade names$54,057 $54,056 
In-process research and development2,400 2,400 
Non-compete agreements750 750 
Total$57,207 $57,206 

The change in the balance of intangible assets with indefinite lives from August 31, 2023 to February 29, 2024 was due to foreign currency translation adjustments.
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Other intangible assets subject to amortization are detailed in the following table:
 February 29, 2024August 31, 2023
(in thousands)Gross
Carrying Amount
Accumulated AmortizationNetGross
Carrying Amount
Accumulated AmortizationNet
Developed technologies$151,509 $34,603 $116,906 $150,445 $25,228 $125,217 
Customer relationships74,593 11,835 62,758 74,582 7,606 66,976 
Patents7,203 6,057 1,146 7,203 5,570 1,633 
Perpetual lease rights6,181 978 5,203 5,984 910 5,074 
Trade names3,309 1,300 2,009 3,287 1,129 2,158 
Non-compete agreements2,300 1,680 620 2,300 1,502 798 
Other224 128 96 224 125 99 
Total$245,319 $56,581 $188,738 $244,025 $42,070 $201,955 

The foreign currency translation adjustments for intangible assets subject to amortization were immaterial for all periods presented above.

Amortization expense for intangible assets was $7.0 million and $14.5 million in the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, of which $4.7 million and $9.4 million, respectively, was recorded in cost of goods sold and $2.3 million and $5.1 million, respectively, was recorded in selling, general and administrative ("SG&A") expenses in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings. Amortization expense for intangible assets was $6.2 million and $12.3 million in the three and six months ended February 28, 2023, respectively, of which $4.7 million and $9.3 million, respectively, was recorded in cost of goods sold and $1.5 million and $3.0 million, respectively, was recorded in SG&A expenses in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings. Estimated amounts of amortization expense for intangible assets for the next five years are as follows:
(in thousands)
Remainder of 2024
$13,812 
202526,568 
202625,345 
202725,248 
202823,521 
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NOTE 7. CREDIT ARRANGEMENTS

Long-term debt was as follows: 
(in thousands)Weighted Average Interest Rate as of February 29, 2024February 29, 2024August 31, 2023
2030 Notes4.125%$300,000 $300,000 
2031 Notes3.875%300,000 300,000 
2032 Notes4.375%300,000 300,000 
Series 2022 Bonds, due 20474.000%145,060 145,060 
Short-term borrowings
(1)
378 8,419 
Other4.547%15,861 16,042 
Finance leases5.092%109,911 95,470 
Total debt1,171,210 1,164,991 
Less unamortized debt issuance costs(13,956)(14,840)
Plus unamortized bond premium4,550 4,646 
Total amounts outstanding1,161,804 1,154,797 
Less current maturities of long-term debt and short-term borrowings(35,588)(40,513)
Long-term debt$1,126,216 $1,114,284 
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(1) The weighted average interest rate of short-term borrowings as of February 29, 2024 and August 31, 2023 was 6.790% and 7.800%, respectively.

The Company's credit arrangements require compliance with certain covenants, including an interest coverage ratio and a debt to capitalization ratio. At February 29, 2024, the Company was in compliance with all financial covenants in its credit arrangements.

Capitalized interest was $1.2 million and $2.4 million during the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, compared to $5.4 million and $10.0 million, respectively, during the corresponding periods.

Credit Facilities

The Company has a Sixth Amended and Restated Credit Agreement (the "Credit Agreement") with a revolving credit facility (the "Revolver") of $600.0 million. The Company had no amounts drawn under the Revolver at February 29, 2024 or August 31, 2023. The availability under the Revolver was reduced by outstanding stand-by letters of credit totaling $0.9 million at each of February 29, 2024 and August 31, 2023. The Credit Agreement also provided for a delayed draw senior secured term loan facility with a maximum principal amount of $200.0 million, which expired undrawn in October 2023, in accordance with its terms.

The Company has credit facilities in Poland through its subsidiary, CMC Poland Sp. z.o.o. ("CMCP"). At February 29, 2024 and August 31, 2023, CMCP's credit facilities totaled PLN 600.0 million, or $150.2 million and $145.4 million, respectively. There were no amounts outstanding under these facilities as of February 29, 2024 or August 31, 2023. The available balance of these credit facilities was reduced by outstanding stand-by letters of credit, guarantees and/or other financial assurance instruments, which totaled $1.5 million and $16.3 million at February 29, 2024 and August 31, 2023, respectively.

Accounts Receivable Facility

The Poland accounts receivable facility had a limit of PLN 288.0 million, or $72.1 million and $69.8 million, at February 29, 2024 and August 31, 2023, respectively. The Company had immaterial amounts outstanding under the Poland accounts receivable facility at February 29, 2024, compared to PLN 34.7 million, or $8.4 million, advance payments outstanding at August 31, 2023.
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NOTE 8. DERIVATIVES

At February 29, 2024 and August 31, 2023, the notional values of the Company's commodity contract commitments were $478.9 million and $456.4 million, respectively. At February 29, 2024 and August 31, 2023, the notional values of the Company's foreign currency contract commitments were $233.6 million and $221.4 million, respectively.

The following table provides information regarding the Company's commodity contract commitments at February 29, 2024:
CommodityPosition   Total
AluminumLong2,750  MT
AluminumShort1,550  MT
CopperLong442  MT
CopperShort10,455  MT
ElectricityLong3,204,000 MW(h)
Natural GasLong4,830,600 MMBtu
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MT = Metric ton
MW(h) = Megawatt hour
MMBtu = Metric Million British thermal unit

The following table summarizes the location and amounts of the fair value of the Company's derivative instruments reported in the condensed consolidated balance sheets:
(in thousands)Primary LocationFebruary 29, 2024August 31, 2023
Derivative assets:
CommodityPrepaid and other current assets$7,410 $11,427 
CommodityOther noncurrent assets79,859 184,261 
Foreign exchangePrepaid and other current assets951 1,898 
Derivative liabilities:
CommodityAccrued expenses and other payables$5,124 $2,983 
CommodityOther noncurrent liabilities1,055 1,085 
Foreign exchangeAccrued expenses and other payables2,199 2,566 

The decrease in fair value of the Company's commodity derivatives reported within other noncurrent assets is primarily due to the decrease in the value of a significant input used to measure the fair value of the Company's Level 3 commodity derivatives at February 29, 2024 as compared to August 31, 2023. See Note 9, Fair Value, for further discussion of the measurement of the fair value of the Company's Level 3 commodity derivatives.

The following table summarizes activities related to the Company's derivatives not designated as hedging instruments recognized in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings. All other activity related to the Company's derivatives not designated as hedging instruments was immaterial for the periods presented.
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments (in thousands)Primary LocationFebruary 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
CommodityCost of goods sold$782 $(5,995)$710 $(9,080)
Foreign exchangeSG&A expenses443 2,947 3,982 6,409 

The following tables summarize activities related to the Company's derivatives designated as cash flow hedging instruments recognized in the condensed consolidated statements of comprehensive income and condensed consolidated statements of earnings. Amounts presented do not include the effects of foreign currency translation adjustments.
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Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
Effective Portion of Derivatives Designated as Cash Flow Hedging Instruments Recognized in OCI, Net of Income Taxes (in thousands)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Commodity$(47,932)$23,950 $(90,884)$91,989 
Foreign exchange8 7 15 13 


Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
Gain on Derivatives Designated as Cash Flow Hedging Instruments Reclassified from AOCI into Net Earnings (in thousands)Primary LocationFebruary 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
CommodityCost of goods sold$136 $1,011 $1,901 $9,616 
Foreign exchangeSG&A expenses61 59 122 120 

The Company's natural gas commodity derivatives accounted for as cash flow hedging instruments have maturities extending to February 2027. The Company's electricity commodity derivatives accounted for as cash flow hedging instruments have maturities extending to December 2034. Included in the AOCI balance as of February 29, 2024 was an estimated net gain of $2.7 million from cash flow hedging instruments that is expected to be reclassified into net earnings within the twelve months following February 29, 2024. Cash flows associated with the cash flow hedging instruments are recorded as a component of cash flows from operating activities in the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows. See Note 9, Fair Value, for the fair value of the Company's derivative instruments recorded in the condensed consolidated balance sheets.
NOTE 9. FAIR VALUE

The Company has established a fair value hierarchy which prioritizes the inputs to the valuation techniques used to measure fair value into three levels. These levels are determined based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement. Levels within the hierarchy are defined within Note 1, Nature of Operations and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, to the consolidated financial statements in the 2023 Form 10-K.

The Company presents the fair value of its derivative contracts on a net-by-counterparty basis when a legal right to offset exists under an enforceable netting agreement. The following table summarizes information regarding the Company's financial assets and financial liabilities that were measured at fair value on a recurring basis:
  Fair Value Measurements at Reporting Date Using
(in thousands)TotalQuoted Prices in
Active Markets for
Identical Assets
(Level 1)
Significant Other
Observable Inputs
(Level 2)
Significant
Unobservable Inputs
(Level 3)
As of February 29, 2024:
Assets:
Investment deposit accounts(1)
$508,855 $508,855 $ $ 
Commodity derivative assets(2)
87,269 952  86,317 
Foreign exchange derivative assets(2)
951  951  
Liabilities:
Commodity derivative liabilities(2)
6,179 6,179   
Foreign exchange derivative liabilities(2)
2,199  2,199  
As of August 31, 2023:
Assets:
Investment deposit accounts(1)
$508,227 $508,227 $ $ 
Commodity derivative assets(2)
195,689 1,264  194,425 
Foreign exchange derivative assets(2)
1,898  1,898  
Liabilities:
Commodity derivative liabilities(2)
4,068 4,068   
Foreign exchange derivative liabilities(2)
2,566  2,566  
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(1) Investment deposit accounts are short-term in nature, and the value is determined by principal plus interest. The investment portfolio mix can change each period based on the Company's assessment of investment options.
(2) Derivative assets and liabilities classified as Level 1 are commodity futures contracts valued based on quoted market prices in the London Metal Exchange or New York Mercantile Exchange. Amounts in Level 2 are based on broker quotes in the over-the-counter market. Derivatives classified as Level 3 are described below. Further discussion regarding the Company's use of derivative instruments is included in Note 8, Derivatives.

The fair value estimate of the Level 3 commodity derivatives are based on internally developed discounted cash flow models primarily utilizing unobservable inputs for which there is little or no market data. The Company forecasts future energy rates using a range of historical prices (the "floating rate"), which is the only significant unobservable input used in the Company's discounted cash flow models. Significantly higher or lower floating rates could have resulted in a material difference in the fair value measurement. The following table summarizes the range of floating rates used to measure the fair value of the Level 3 commodity derivatives at February 29, 2024 and August 31, 2023, which are applied uniformly across each of our Level 3 commodity derivatives:
Floating rate (PLN)
LowHighAverage
February 29, 2024334 574 468 
August 31, 2023480 855 630 

Below is a reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of the Level 3 commodity derivatives recognized in the condensed consolidated statements of comprehensive income. The fluctuation in energy rates over time causes volatility in the fair value estimates and is the primary reason for unrealized gains and losses included in OCI in the three and six months ended February 29, 2024 and February 28, 2023, respectively.                                     
(in thousands)Three Months Ended February 29, 2024
Balance, December 1, 2023$144,357 
Total activity, realized and unrealized:
Unrealized holding loss before reclassification(1)
(56,481)
Reclassification for gain included in net earnings(2)
(1,559)
Balance, February 29, 2024$86,317 
(in thousands)Six Months Ended February 29, 2024
Balance, September 1, 2023$194,425 
Total activity, realized and unrealized:
Unrealized holding loss before reclassification(1)
(103,758)
Reclassification for gain included in net earnings(2)
(4,350)
Balance, February 29, 2024$86,317 
(in thousands)Three Months Ended February 28, 2023
Balance, December 1, 2022$241,466 
Total activity, realized and unrealized:
Unrealized holding gain before reclassification(1)
40,085 
Reclassification for gain included in net earnings(2)
(709)
Balance, February 28, 2023$280,842 
(in thousands)Six Months Ended February 28, 2023
Balance, September 1, 2022$143,500 
Total activity, realized and unrealized:
Unrealized holding gain before reclassification(1)
144,282 
Reclassification for gain included in net earnings(2)
(6,940)
Balance, February 28, 2023$280,842 
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(1) Unrealized holding gain (loss), net of foreign currency translation, less amounts reclassified are included in net unrealized
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gain (loss) on derivatives in the condensed consolidated statements of comprehensive income.
(2) Gains included in net earnings are recorded in cost of goods sold in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings.

There were no material non-recurring fair value remeasurements during the three or six months ended February 29, 2024 or February 28, 2023.

The carrying values of the Company's short-term items, including documentary letters of credit and notes payable, approximate fair value.

The carrying value and fair value of the Company's long-term debt, including current maturities, excluding other borrowings and finance leases, was $1.0 billion and $935.6 million, respectively, at February 29, 2024, and $1.0 billion and $900.9 million, respectively, at August 31, 2023. The Company estimates these fair values based on Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy using indicated market values. The Company's other borrowings contain variable interest rates, and as a result, their carrying values approximate fair values.
NOTE 10. STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION PLANS

The Company's stock-based compensation plans are described in Note 13, Stock-Based Compensation Plans, to the consolidated financial statements in the 2023 Form 10-K. In general, restricted stock units vest ratably over a period of three years. Subject to the achievement of performance targets established by the Compensation Committee of the Company's Board of Directors (the "Board"), performance stock units vest after a period of three years.

Information for restricted stock units and performance stock units accounted for as equity awards during the six months ended February 29, 2024 is as follows:
SharesWeighted Average
Fair Value
Outstanding as of August 31, 2023
1,777,591 $37.01 
Granted1,080,837 47.71 
Vested(1,235,399)37.93 
Forfeited(26,529)40.63 
Outstanding as of February 29, 2024
1,596,500 $43.49 

The Company granted 188,453 equivalent shares in the form of restricted stock units and performance stock units accounted for as liability awards during the six months ended February 29, 2024. At February 29, 2024, the Company had outstanding 460,093 equivalent shares accounted for under the liability method. The Company expects 437,088 equivalent shares to vest.

The following table summarizes total stock-based compensation expense, including fair value remeasurements, which was primarily included in SG&A expenses in the Company's condensed consolidated statements of earnings:
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
(in thousands)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Stock-based compensation expense$14,988 $16,949 $23,047 $33,624 
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NOTE 11. STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY AND EARNINGS PER SHARE

The Company's calculation of basic earnings per share ("EPS") and diluted EPS are described in Note 16, Earnings Per Share, to the consolidated financial statements in the 2023 Form 10-K.

The calculations of basic and diluted EPS were as follows: 
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
(in thousands, except share and per share data)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Net earnings$85,847 $179,849 $262,120 $441,623 
Average basic shares outstanding116,396,530 117,224,517 116,584,235 117,249,266 
Effect of dilutive securities1,127,583 1,498,742 1,467,014 1,735,832 
Average diluted shares outstanding117,524,113 118,723,259 118,051,249 118,985,098 
Earnings per share:
Basic$0.74 $1.53 $2.25 $3.77 
Diluted0.73 1.51 2.22 3.71 

For all periods presented above, the Company had immaterial anti-dilutive shares, which were not included in the computation of average diluted shares outstanding.
In October 2021, the Board approved a share repurchase program under which the Company was authorized to repurchase up to $350.0 million of shares of CMC common stock. In January 2024, the Board authorized an increase of $500.0 million to the existing share repurchase program. During the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, the Company repurchased 945,205 and 1,566,848 shares of CMC common stock, at an average purchase price of $50.72 and $48.73 per share, respectively. The Company had remaining authorization to repurchase $510.4 million of shares of CMC common stock at February 29, 2024.
NOTE 12. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

In the ordinary course of conducting its business, the Company becomes involved in litigation, administrative proceedings and governmental investigations, including environmental matters, such as those described below. CMC expenses legal fees as they are incurred.

Legal Proceeding

On October 30, 2020, plaintiff Pacific Steel Group ("PSG") filed a suit in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California alleging that Commercial Metals Company, CMC Steel Fabricators, Inc. and CMC Steel US, LLC violated the federal and California state antitrust laws and California common law by entering into an exclusivity agreement for certain steel mill equipment manufactured by one of the Company’s equipment suppliers. PSG seeks, among other things, a jury trial on its claims in addition to injunctive relief, compensatory damages, fees and costs. Fact and expert discovery are complete, and summary judgment briefing and arguments are under advisement by the court. Pending the resolution of summary judgment, a jury trial is scheduled for July 2024. The Company believes that it has substantial defenses and intends to vigorously defend against PSG's claims. The Company has not recorded any liability for this matter as it does not believe a loss is probable, and it cannot estimate any reasonably possible loss or range of possible loss. It is possible that an unfavorable resolution to this matter could have an adverse effect on the Company’s results of operations, financial position or cash flows.

Other Matters

At February 29, 2024 and August 31, 2023, the amounts accrued for cleanup and remediation costs at certain sites in response to the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 ("CERCLA") and analogous state and local statutes were immaterial. Total accrued environmental liabilities, including CERCLA sites, were $4.1 million and $4.5 million at February 29, 2024 and August 31, 2023, respectively, of which $1.8 million and $2.0 million were classified as other noncurrent liabilities as of February 29, 2024 and August 31, 2023, respectively. These amounts have not been discounted
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to their present values. Due to evolving remediation technology, changing regulations, possible third-party contributions, the inherent uncertainties of the estimation process and other factors, amounts accrued could vary significantly from amounts paid.
NOTE 13. SEGMENT INFORMATION

The Company structures its business into three reportable segments: North America Steel Group, Europe Steel Group and Emerging Businesses Group. See Note 1, Nature of Operations and Accounting Policies, for more information about the reportable segments, including the types of products and services from which each reportable segment derives its net sales. Other revenue resulting from the Company's New Markets Tax Credit ("NMTC") transactions are reflected in Corporate and Other net sales and are described in Note 9, New Markets Tax Credit Transactions, to the consolidated financial statements in the 2023 Form 10-K. In addition to other revenue from NMTC transactions, "Corporate and Other expenses" contains unallocated corporate amounts, such as earnings or losses resulting from the Company's Benefit Restoration Plan assets and liabilities and short-term investments, expenses of the Company's corporate headquarters, interest expense related to long-term debt and intercompany eliminations. Prior period balances in the tables below have been recast to reflect current period presentation, as described in Note 1, Nature of Operations and Accounting Policies.

The following is a summary of certain financial information by reportable segment and Corporate and Other, as applicable:

 Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
(in thousands)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Net sales from external customers:
North America Steel Group$1,486,202 $1,503,774 $3,078,852 $3,167,935 
Europe Steel Group192,500 337,560 417,675 724,063 
Emerging Businesses Group155,994 153,598 333,233 324,132 
   Reportable segments total1,834,696 1,994,932 3,829,760 4,216,130 
Corporate and Other13,591 23,071 21,578 29,186 
   Total$1,848,287 $2,018,003 $3,851,338 $4,245,316 

Adjusted EBITDA:
North America Steel Group$222,294 $274,240 $489,114 $624,027 
Europe Steel Group(8,611)11,469 30,331 72,717 
Emerging Businesses Group17,929 26,551 48,791 57,977 
   Reportable segments total$231,612 $312,260 $568,236 $754,721 
February 29, 2024August 31, 2023
Total assets:
North America Steel Group$4,252,618 $4,166,521 
Europe Steel Group739,354 927,468 
Emerging Businesses Group837,668 874,330 
   Reportable segments total5,829,640 5,968,319 
Corporate and Other832,625 670,775 
   Total$6,662,265 $6,639,094 

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The following table presents a reconciliation of net earnings to adjusted EBITDA from the reportable segments:
 Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
(in thousands)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Net earnings$85,847 $179,849 $262,120 $441,623 
Interest expense11,878 9,945 23,634 22,990 
Income taxes31,072 55,641 79,494 132,366 
Depreciation and amortization68,299 51,216 137,485 102,399 
Asset impairments4 36 4 45 
Corporate and Other expenses34,512 15,573 65,499 55,298 
Adjusted EBITDA reportable segments$231,612 $312,260 $568,236 $754,721 

Disaggregation of Revenue

The following tables display revenue by reportable segment and Corporate and Other from external customers, disaggregated by major product:
Three Months Ended February 29, 2024
(in thousands)North America Steel GroupEurope Steel GroupEmerging Businesses GroupCorporate and OtherTotal
Major product:
Raw materials$325,006 $4,137 $ $ $329,143 
Steel products612,308 158,180   770,488 
Downstream products513,253 23,517 40,507  577,277 
Construction products  65,467  65,467 
Ground stabilization solutions  45,135  45,135 
Other35,635 6,666 4,885 13,591 60,777 
Net sales from external customers1,486,202 192,500 155,994 13,591 1,848,287 
Intersegment net sales, eliminated on consolidation18,904 1,058 7,453 (27,415)— 
Net sales$1,505,106 $193,558 $163,447 $(13,824)$1,848,287 
Six Months Ended February 29, 2024
(in thousands)North America Steel GroupEurope Steel GroupEmerging Businesses GroupCorporate and OtherTotal
Major product:
Raw materials$638,661 $7,851 $ $ $646,512 
Steel products1,270,068 333,712   1,603,780 
Downstream products1,090,255 62,145 78,053  1,230,453 
Construction products  143,226  143,226 
Ground stabilization solutions  102,458  102,458 
Other79,868 13,967 9,496 21,578 124,909 
Net sales from external customers3,078,852 417,675 333,233 21,578 3,851,338 
Intersegment net sales, eliminated on consolidation38,541 1,634 12,240 (52,415)— 
Net sales$3,117,393 $419,309 $345,473 $(30,837)$3,851,338 

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Three Months Ended February 28, 2023
(in thousands)North America Steel GroupEurope Steel GroupEmerging Businesses GroupCorporate and OtherTotal
Major product:
Raw materials$317,807 $4,894 $ $ $322,701 
Steel products628,806 272,607   901,413 
Downstream products515,492 50,128 25,530  591,150 
Construction products  75,431  75,431 
Ground stabilization solutions  48,914  48,914 
Other(1)
41,669 9,931 3,723 23,071 78,394 
Net sales from external customers1,503,774 337,560 153,598 23,071 2,018,003 
Intersegment net sales, eliminated on consolidation21,713 663 7,146 (29,522)— 
Net sales$1,525,487 $338,223 $160,744 $(6,451)$2,018,003 
Six Months Ended February 28, 2023
(in thousands)North America Steel GroupEurope Steel GroupEmerging Businesses GroupCorporate and OtherTotal
Major product:
Raw materials$611,127 $9,761 $ $ $620,888 
Steel products1,332,400 584,543   1,916,943 
Downstream products1,134,459 109,710 50,338  1,294,507 
Construction products  158,998  158,998 
Ground stabilization solutions  107,993  107,993 
Other(1)
89,949 20,049 6,803 29,186 145,987 
Net sales from external customers3,167,935 724,063 324,132 29,186 4,245,316 
Intersegment net sales, eliminated on consolidation47,567 1,195 15,924 (64,686)— 
Net sales$3,215,502 $725,258 $340,056 $(35,500)$4,245,316 
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(1) Other revenue during the three and six months ended February 28, 2023 includes $17.7 million derived from the Company's NMTC transactions. See Note 9, New Markets Tax Credit Transactions, to the consolidated financial statements in the 2023 Form 10-K for further information.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

In the following discussion, references to "we," "us," "our" or the "Company" mean Commercial Metals Company ("CMC") and its consolidated subsidiaries, unless the context otherwise requires. The following discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our condensed consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto, which are included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (this "Form 10-Q"), and our consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto, which are included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended August 31, 2023 (the "2023 Form 10-K"). This discussion contains or incorporates by reference "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are not historical facts, but rather are based on expectations, estimates, assumptions and projections about our industry, business and future financial results, based on information available at the time this Form 10-Q was filed with the United States ("U.S.") Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") or, with respect to any document incorporated by reference, available at the time that such document was prepared. Our actual results could differ materially from the results contemplated by these forward-looking statements due to a number of factors, including those identified in the section entitled "Forward-Looking Statements" at the end of Item 2 of this Form 10-Q and in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in Part I, Item 1A of our 2023 Form 10-K. We do not undertake any obligation to update, amend or clarify any forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events, new information or circumstances or otherwise, except as required by law.
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Any reference in this Form 10-Q to the "corresponding period" or "comparable period" relates to the relevant three or six month period ended February 28, 2023. Any reference in this Form 10-Q to a year refers to the fiscal year ended August 31st of that year, unless otherwise noted.
BUSINESS CONDITIONS AND DEVELOPMENTS

Change in Reportable Segments

During the first quarter of 2024, we changed our reportable segments to reflect a change in the manner in which our business is managed. Based on changes to our organizational structure, the evolution of our solutions offerings outside of traditional steel products, the growing importance of non-steel solutions to our financial results and future outlook and how our chief operating decision maker, our President and Chief Executive Officer, reviews operating results and makes decisions about resource allocation, the Company now has three reportable segments that represent the primary businesses reported in our condensed consolidated financial statements: North America Steel Group, Europe Steel Group and Emerging Businesses Group. See the section titled "Results of Operations Summary" below for more information regarding our reportable segments. As a result of this change, certain prior year amounts have been recast to conform to the current year presentation. Throughout this Form 10-Q, unless otherwise indicated, amounts and activity reflect reclassifications related to the Company's change in reportable segments.

Chief Executive Officer Transition

Effective September 1, 2023, Peter R. Matt, our then President, assumed the role of President and Chief Executive Officer, immediately following the retirement of Barbara R. Smith, our then Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors (the "Board"). Mr. Matt has served as our President since April 9, 2023 and continues to serve as a member of the Board, which he joined in June 2020. Ms. Smith was appointed Executive Chairman of the Board, effective September 1, 2023. The transition from Ms. Smith to Mr. Matt followed the Company's formal succession planning process.

2023 Acquisitions

On September 15, 2022, we completed the acquisition of Advanced Steel Recovery, LLC ("ASR"), a supplier of recycled ferrous metals located in Southern California. ASR's primary operations include processing and brokering capabilities that source material for sale into both the domestic and export markets.

On November 14, 2022, we completed the acquisition of a Galveston, Texas area metals recycling facility and related assets (collectively, "Kodiak") from Kodiak Resources, Inc. and Kodiak Properties, L.L.C.

On March 3, 2023, we completed the acquisition of all of the assets of Roane Metals Group, LLC ("Roane"), a supplier of recycled metals with two facilities located in eastern Tennessee.

On March 17, 2023, we completed the acquisition of Tendon Systems, LLC ("Tendon"), a leading provider of post-tensioning, barrier cable and concrete restoration solutions to the southeastern U.S.

On May 1, 2023, we completed the acquisition of all of the assets of BOSTD America, LLC ("BOSTD"), a geogrid manufacturing facility located in Blackwell, Oklahoma. Prior to the acquisition, BOSTD produced several product lines for our Tensar operations under a contract manufacturing arrangement.

On July 12, 2023, we completed the acquisition of EDSCO Fasteners, LLC ("EDSCO"), a leading provider of anchoring solutions for the electrical transmission market, with four manufacturing facilities located in North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Utah. Following the acquisition, EDSCO was rebranded as CMC Anchoring Systems.

Operating results for ASR, Kodiak, Roane and Tendon are presented within the North America Steel Group segment. Operating results for BOSTD and CMC Anchoring Systems are presented within the Emerging Businesses Group segment. The acquired operations of ASR, Kodiak, Roane, Tendon, BOSTD and CMC Anchoring Systems are collectively referred to as the "2023 acquisitions."
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Capital Expenditures

During the fourth quarter of 2023, our third micro mill was placed into service. The new facility, located in Mesa, Arizona, allows us to more efficiently meet underlying West Coast and Pacific Northwest demand for steel products. Designed to produce both rebar and merchant bar, this micro mill is the first in the world to produce merchant bar quality products through a continuous production process. Initial commercial production of rebar commenced during commissioning, prior to the startup of merchant bar production, which commenced during the second quarter of 2024. The merchant bar products produced at this facility will consist of a wide variety of shapes and sizes of long steel, and, combined with rebar production, the capacity of this micro mill is approximately 40% greater than that of the other micro mills we have constructed. The micro mill will employ the latest technology in electric arc furnace ("EAF") power supply systems which will allow us to directly connect the EAF and the ladle furnace to renewable energy sources such as solar and wind. Additionally, this micro mill is the Company’s first micro mill to utilize Q-ONE technology on an EAF, which provides energy efficiencies and precise electrical control during production, creating a stable and consistent output.

In December 2022, we announced that our planned fourth micro mill will be located in Berkeley County, West Virginia. This new micro mill will be geographically situated to serve the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Mid-Western U.S. markets and will enhance our steel production capabilities by achieving synergies within the existing network of downstream fabrication plants. Site improvements and foundations for the micro mill are nearing completion. We expect this micro mill to be commissioned in late calendar 2025.

Russian Invasion of Ukraine

The Russian invasion of Ukraine did not have a direct material adverse impact on our business, financial condition or results of operations during the three or six months ended February 29, 2024 or February 28, 2023. Our Europe Steel Group segment has not experienced an interruption in energy supply and was able to identify alternate sources for a limited number of materials previously procured through Russia. However, the Russian invasion of Ukraine has led to economic slowdowns in Europe, including significant volatility in commodity prices and credit markets, as well as reductions in demand and supply chain interruptions, and has contributed to global inflation. We will continue to monitor disruptions in supply of energy and materials and the indirect effects on our operations of inflationary pressures, reductions in demand, foreign exchange rate fluctuations, commodity pricing, potential cybersecurity risks and sanctions resulting from the invasion.

See Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of our 2023 Form 10-K for further discussion related to the above business conditions and developments.
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND ESTIMATES

There have been no material changes to our critical accounting policies and estimates as set forth in Part II, Item 7, Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, included in our 2023 Form 10-K.

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS SUMMARY

Business Overview

CMC is an innovative solutions provider helping build a stronger, safer and more sustainable world. Through an extensive manufacturing network principally located in the U.S. and Central Europe, the Company offers products and technologies to meet the critical reinforcement needs of the global construction sector. CMC’s solutions support construction across a wide variety of applications, including infrastructure, non-residential, residential, industrial and energy generation and transmission. Our operations are conducted through three reportable segments: North America Steel Group, Europe Steel Group and Emerging Businesses Group.

North America Steel Group

The North America Steel Group segment is composed of a vertically integrated network of recycling facilities, steel mills and fabrication operations located in the U.S.

The scrap metal recycling facilities process and sell ferrous and nonferrous scrap metals (collectively referred to as "raw materials") to steel mills and foundries, aluminum sheet and ingot manufacturers, brass and bronze ingot makers, copper
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refineries and mills, secondary lead smelters, specialty steel mills, high temperature alloy manufacturers and other consumers. Ferrous scrap metal processed by our recycling operations is the primary raw material used by our steel mills.

Our steel mill operations consist of six EAF mini mills, three EAF micro mills and one rerolling mill. The steel mills manufacture finished long steel products including rebar, merchant bar, light structural and other special sections and wire rod, as well as semi-finished billets for rerolling and forging applications (collectively referred to as "steel products"). The primary end markets for our steel mills are construction and fabricating industries, metals service centers, original equipment manufacturers and agricultural, energy and petrochemical industries.

The fabricated rebar operations shear, bend, weld and fabricate steel that is used to reinforce concrete during the construction of commercial and non-commercial buildings, hospitals, convention centers, industrial plants, power plants, highways, bridges, arenas, stadiums and dams, among other projects. Many of the projects are fixed price over the life of the project. We also provide installation services of fabricated rebar in certain markets. Steel for our fabrication operations is obtained primarily from our steel mills. Additionally, we fabricate steel fence posts primarily for use in residential and commercial landscaping and agricultural and livestock containment. Further, we supply post-tension cable for use in a variety of projects, such as slab-on-grade foundations, bridges, buildings, parking structures and rock-and-soil anchors. The fabrication and post-tension cable offerings are collectively referred to as "downstream products" in the context of the North America Steel Group segment.

Europe Steel Group
The Europe Steel Group segment is composed of a vertically integrated network of recycling facilities, an EAF mini mill and fabrication operations located in Poland.

The scrap metal recycling facilities process ferrous scrap metals for use almost exclusively by the mini mill. Nonferrous scrap metal is not material to this segment’s operations. The mini mill is a significant manufacturer of steel products including rebar, merchant bar, wire rod and semi-finished billets in Central Europe and includes three rolling lines. The first rolling line is designed to allow efficient and flexible production of a range of medium section merchant bar products. The second rolling line is dedicated primarily to rebar production. The third rolling line is designed to produce high grade wire rod. The mini mill sells steel products primarily to fabricators, manufacturers, distributors and construction companies, mostly to customers located within Poland. However, the mini mill also exports steel products to the Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia and other countries.

The fabrication operations obtain rebar and wire rod primarily from the mini mill for use in the production of fabricated rebar, fabricated mesh, wire mesh, assembled rebar cages, welded steel mesh, cold rolled wire rod, cold rolled rebar and other fabricated rebar by-products. The products manufactured by the fabrication operations (collectively referred to as "downstream products" in the context of the Europe Steel Group segment) are sold primarily to contractors for incorporation into construction projects. In addition to sales of downstream products in the Polish market, the Company also exports downstream products to neighboring countries such as the Czech Republic and Germany.

Emerging Businesses Group

Our Emerging Businesses Group segment provides construction-related solutions and value-added products with strong, underlying growth fundamentals to serve domestic and international markets that are adjacent to those served by our vertically integrated operations in the North America Steel Group segment and the Europe Steel Group segment. The Emerging Businesses Group segment's portfolio consists of CMC Construction ServicesTM products (collectively referred to as "construction products"), Tensar® products and solutions (collectively referred to as "ground stabilization solutions") and CMC Impact MetalsTM, CMC Anchoring Systems and performance reinforcing steel products (collectively referred to as "downstream products" in the context of the Emerging Businesses Group segment).

CMC Construction ServicesTM operations sell and rent construction-related products and equipment to concrete installers and other businesses in the construction industry.
Tensar® operations sell geogrids and Geopier® foundation systems. Geogrids are polymer-based products used for ground stabilization, soil reinforcement and asphalt optimization in construction applications, including roadways, public infrastructure and industrial facilities. Geopier® foundation systems are rammed aggregate pier and other foundation solutions that increase the load-bearing characteristics of ground structures and working surfaces and can be applied in soil types and construction situations in which traditional support methods are impractical or would make a project infeasible.
CMC Impact MetalsTM operations manufacture heat-treated, high-strength steel products, such as high-strength bar for the truck trailer industry, special bar quality steel for the energy market and armor plate for military vehicles.
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CMC Anchoring Systems' operations supply custom engineered anchor cages, bolts and fasteners that are fabricated principally from rebar and are used primarily to secure high voltage electrical transmission poles to concrete foundations.
Our group of performance reinforcing steel offerings include innovative products such as Galvabar® (galvanized rebar with a zinc alloy coating that provides corrosion protection and post-fabrication formability), ChromX® (designed for high-strength capabilities, corrosion resistance and a service life of more than 100 years) and CryoSteel® (a cryogenic reinforcing steel that exceeds minimum performance requirements for strength and ductility at extremely low temperatures).

Key Performance Indicators

When evaluating our results for the period, we compare net sales, in the aggregate and for each of our reportable segments, in the current period to net sales in the corresponding period. Specifically, for the North America Steel Group segment and the Europe Steel Group segment we focus on changes in average selling price per ton and tons shipped compared to the prior period for each of our vertically integrated product categories as these are the two variables that typically have the greatest impact on our net sales for those reportable segments. Of the products evaluated by changes in average selling price per ton and tons shipped within the North America Steel Group and Europe Steel Group segments, raw materials include ferrous and nonferrous scrap, steel products include rebar, merchant bar and other steel products, such as billets and wire rod, and downstream products include fabricated rebar, steel fence posts and wire mesh. The evaluation of average selling price per ton and tons shipped for downstream products exclude post-tension cable, which is not measured on a per ton basis.

Adjusted EBITDA is used by management to compare and evaluate the period-over-period underlying business operational performance of our reportable segments. Adjusted EBITDA is the sum of the Company's earnings before interest expense, income taxes, depreciation and amortization and impairment expense. Although there are many factors that can impact a segment’s adjusted EBITDA and, therefore, our overall earnings, changes in metal margins of our steel products and downstream products period-over-period in the North America Steel Group and Europe Steel Group segments is a consistent area of focus for our Company and industry. Metal margin is a metric used by management to monitor the results of our vertically integrated organization. For our steel products, metal margin is the difference between the average selling price per ton of rebar, merchant bar and other steel products and the cost of ferrous scrap per ton utilized by our steel mills to produce these products. An increase or decrease in input costs can impact profitability of these products when there is no corresponding change in selling prices. The metal margin for our North America Steel Group and Europe Steel Group segments' downstream products is the difference between the average selling price per ton of fabricated rebar and steel fence post products and the scrap input costs to produce these products. The majority of our North America Steel Group and Europe Steel Group segments' downstream products selling prices per ton are fixed at the beginning of a project and these projects last one to two years on average. Because the selling price generally remains fixed over the life of a project, changes in input costs over the life of the project can significantly impact profitability.

Financial Results Overview
 Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
(in thousands, except per share data)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Net sales$1,848,287 $2,018,003 $3,851,338 $4,245,316 
Net earnings85,847 179,849 262,120 441,623 
Diluted earnings per share$0.73 $1.51 $2.22 $3.71 

Net sales decreased $169.7 million, or 8%, for the three months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period, and decreased $394.0 million, or 9%, for the six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period. See discussions below, labeled North America Steel Group, Europe Steel Group and Emerging Businesses Group within our Segment Operating Data section, for further information on our period-over-period net sales results.

During the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, we achieved net earnings of $85.8 million and $262.1 million, respectively, compared to net earnings of $179.8 million and $441.6 million, respectively, during the corresponding periods. The change in net earnings in the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding periods, was primarily due to compression in steel products metal margins in both our North America Steel Group segment and Europe Steel Group segment, driven by decreases in steel products average selling prices, while the cost of ferrous scrap utilized per ton increased. The year-over-year change in net earnings includes $66.3 million of government assistance recognized in the Europe Steel Group segment during the six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to $9.5 million of government assistance recognized in the corresponding period.

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Selling, General and Administrative Expenses

Selling, general and administrative ("SG&A") expenses increased $16.6 million and $22.8 million during the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, compared to the corresponding periods. Contributing to the period-over-period increases were $2.9 million and $6.6 million of incremental SG&A expenses from the 2023 acquisitions in the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, compared to the expenses recorded during the corresponding periods. Additionally, as compared to the respective corresponding periods, the three and six months ended February 29, 2024 included $4.2 million and $4.4 million of increased benefit restoration plan expenses and $2.9 million and $3.0 million of increased professional services expenses. The increase in SG&A expenses during the six months ended February 29, 2024 was offset, in part, by a $4.2 million pension plan settlement charge in the six months ended February 28, 2023, with no such settlement charge in the six months ended February 29, 2024. The remaining fluctuations in SG&A expenses during the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding periods, were due to multiple factors of which no single category was material.

Interest Expense

Interest expense increased by $1.9 million during the three months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period, and remained relatively flat during the six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period. While quarter-over-quarter interest expense decreased by $2.7 million due to a lower average balance of long-term debt outstanding during the second quarter of 2024 compared to the corresponding period, this decrease was offset by a $4.2 million reduction in capitalized interest during the three months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period.

Income Taxes

The effective income tax rates for the three and six months ended February 29, 2024 were 26.6% and 23.3%, respectively, compared to 23.6% and 23.1%, respectively, in the corresponding periods. The increase for the three months ended February 29, 2024, compared with the corresponding period, is due to multiple factors of which no single item was material. The effective income tax rate remained relatively flat for the six months ended February 29, 2024 when compared to the corresponding period.
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SEGMENT OPERATING DATA
The operational data by product category presented in the North America Steel Group and Europe Steel Group tables below is calculated using averages during each period presented. See Note 13, Segment Information, in Part I, Item 1, Financial Statements, of this Form 10-Q for more information on our reportable segments.

North America Steel Group
 Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
(in thousands, except per ton amounts)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Net sales from external customers$1,486,202 $1,503,774 $3,078,852 $3,167,935 
Adjusted EBITDA222,294 274,240 489,114 624,027 
External tons shipped
Raw materials347 321 721 637 
Rebar460 425 982 886 
Merchant bar and other234 235 464 478 
Steel products694 660 1,446 1,364 
Downstream products316 315 662 697 
Average selling price (per ton)
Raw materials$880 $868 $829 $846 
Steel products905 985 898 1,003 
Downstream products1,358 1,421 1,374 1,409 
Cost of ferrous scrap utilized per ton$379 $346 $361 $335 
Steel products metal margin per ton526 639 537 668 

Net sales from external customers in our North America Steel Group segment decreased 1% and 3% during the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, compared to the corresponding periods. The decreases primarily resulted from a reduction in steel products average selling prices per ton of 8% and 10% during the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, compared to the corresponding periods, and reductions in downstream products average selling prices per ton, compared to the corresponding periods, in both cases due to increased competitive pricing in our key markets. These reductions in net sales from external customers driven by lower average selling prices were partially offset by increased shipments of raw materials and steel products in both periods presented due to strong construction activity and demand in our end-use markets.

During the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, we achieved adjusted EBITDA of $222.3 million and $489.1 million, respectively, compared to adjusted EBITDA of $274.2 million and $624.0 million, during the respective corresponding periods. The decrease in adjusted EBITDA during the three and six months ended February 29, 2024 was primarily due to an 18% and a 20% erosion of steel products metal margin per ton, respectively, compared to the corresponding periods, and 9% and 6% decreases in downstream products margin over scrap per ton, respectively, compared to the corresponding periods. The decreased margins resulted from the decreased steel products and downstream products average selling prices per ton mentioned above, combined with increases in the cost of ferrous scrap during both periods.
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Europe Steel Group
 Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
(in thousands, except per ton amounts)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Net sales from external customers$192,500 $337,560 $417,675 $724,063 
Adjusted EBITDA(8,611)11,469 30,331 72,717 
External tons shipped
Rebar64 183 186 387 
Merchant bar and other211 253 432 522 
Steel products275 436 618 909 
Average selling price (per ton)
Steel products$673 $756 $651 $775 
Cost of ferrous scrap utilized per ton$394 $389 $380 $377 
Steel products metal margin per ton279 367 271 398 

Net sales from external customers in our Europe Steel Group segment decreased $145.1 million, or 43%, and $306.4 million, or 42%, during the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, compared to the corresponding periods. The decreases were primarily due to reductions in steel products shipment volumes of 37% and 32% during the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, compared to the corresponding periods, and reductions in steel products average selling prices per ton of 11% and 16% during the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, compared to the corresponding periods. The slowdown in demand and reduced steel products average selling prices per ton were driven by the indirect impacts of macroeconomic factors affecting the business climate in European end markets, such as inflation and rising interest rates, which resulted in lower construction and industrial activity. During both the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, overall, the U.S. dollar weakened compared to the Polish zloty. Using actual results for the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, measured at the comparable periods' average currency rates, foreign currency translation would result in decreases in net sales from external customers of approximately $18.0 million and $43.7 million for the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively.

Adjusted EBITDA for the three and six months ended February 29, 2024 decreased $20.1 million and $42.4 million, respectively, compared to the corresponding periods. The adjusted EBITDA loss of $8.6 million in the three months ended February 29, 2024 resulted primarily from a decrease in steel products metal margin per ton of $88, or 24%, during the three months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period. Steel products metal margin per ton also decreased $127, or 32%, during the six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period. Both decreases were a result of the declines in steel products average selling prices described above, while the cost of ferrous scrap utilized per ton remained relatively flat. Adjusted EBITDA for the three and six months ended February 29, 2024 was also negatively impacted by lower shipment volumes compared to the corresponding periods, as described above. Offsetting the impact of the decrease in steel products metal margin per ton, results during the six months ended February 29, 2024 benefited from government assistance programs established to offset the rising costs of electricity and natural gas and the indirect costs of rising carbon emission rights included in energy costs. The government assistance recognized under the programs during the six months ended February 29, 2024 was $66.3 million, compared to $9.5 million of government assistance recognized in the six months ended February 28, 2023. Using actual results for the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, measured at the comparable periods' average currency rates, foreign currency translation would result in an immaterial change to adjusted EBITDA loss during the three months ended February 29, 2024 and a decrease in adjusted EBITDA of approximately $4.1 million for the six months ended February 29, 2024.

Emerging Businesses Group
 Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
(in thousands)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Net sales from external customers$155,994 $153,598 $333,233 $324,132 
Adjusted EBITDA17,929 26,551 48,791 57,977 

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Net sales from external customers in our Emerging Businesses Group segment increased $2.4 million, or 2%, for the three months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period, and increased $9.1 million, or 3%, for the six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period. The acquired CMC Anchoring Systems operations contributed to the year-over-year changes by providing $12.0 million and $24.7 million of net sales from external customers in the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, with no such activity in the corresponding periods. See Note 2, Changes in Business, in Part I, Item 1, Financial Statements, of this Form 10-Q for more information on the acquisition of CMC Anchoring Systems. These increases were offset, in part, by decreases in net sales from CMC Construction Services' operations for the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, compared to the corresponding periods, primarily resulting from job site delays caused by weather disruptions. Our Tensar operations also experienced reduced net sales for the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding periods, due to weather-related shipment disruptions in the U.S. and economic conditions in international markets.

Adjusted EBITDA decreased $8.6 million, or 32%, for the three months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period, and decreased $9.2 million, or 16%, for the six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period. The decreases in adjusted EBITDA for the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding periods, were primarily a result of the decline in net sales from external customers for CMC Construction Services and our Tensar operations as described above, which impacted fixed cost leverage, and more than offset the positive contribution from the acquired CMC Anchoring Systems operations.

Corporate and Other
 Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
(in thousands)February 29, 2024February 28, 2023February 29, 2024February 28, 2023
Adjusted EBITDA loss$(34,512)$(15,573)$(65,499)$(55,298)

Adjusted EBITDA loss for Corporate and Other increased $18.9 million and $10.2 million during the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, compared to the corresponding periods. The increase in adjusted EBITDA loss during each period is partially due to the recognition of $17.7 million of other revenue from our New Markets Tax Credit (“NMTC”) transactions during the three and six months ended February 28, 2023, with no such transactions in the three and six months ended February 29, 2024. Additionally, there were $4.1 million and $6.6 million of increased professional services expenses during the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the respective corresponding periods. These increases to adjusted EBITDA loss were offset by $3.9 million and $7.7 million of increased interest income on short-term investments during the three and six months ended February 29, 2024, respectively, compared to the corresponding periods. Additionally, the six months ended February 28, 2023 included a $4.2 million pension plan settlement charge, with no such settlement charge in the six months ended February 29, 2024.

LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES

Sources of Liquidity and Capital Resources

Cash flows from operating activities are our principal sources of liquidity and result from sales of products offered by the vertically integrated operations in the North America Steel Group segment and the Europe Steel Group segment, products offered by our Emerging Businesses Group segment and related materials and services, as described in Part I, Item 1, Business, of our 2023 Form 10-K and Note 1, Nature of Operations and Accounting Policies, in Part I, Item 1, Financial Statements, of this Form 10-Q.

We have a diverse and generally stable customer base, and regularly maintain a substantial amount of accounts receivable. We actively monitor our accounts receivable and, based on market conditions and customers' financial condition, record allowances when we believe accounts are uncollectible. We use credit insurance internationally to mitigate the risk of customer insolvency. We estimate that the amount of credit-insured or financially assured receivables was approximately 11% of total trade receivables at February 29, 2024.

We use futures or forward contracts to mitigate the risks from fluctuations in commodity prices, foreign currency exchange rates, interest rates and natural gas, electricity and other energy prices. See Note 8, Derivatives, in Part I, Item 1, Financial Statements, of this Form 10-Q for further information.

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The table below reflects our sources, facilities and availability of liquidity at February 29, 2024. See Note 7, Credit Arrangements, in Part I, Item 1, Financial Statements, of this Form 10-Q for additional information.
(in thousands)Liquidity Sources and FacilitiesAvailability
Cash and cash equivalents$638,261 $638,261 
Notes due from 2030 to 2032900,000 
(1)
Revolver600,000 599,057 
Series 2022 Bonds, due 2047145,060 — 
Poland credit facilities150,218 148,751 
Poland accounts receivable facility72,105 71,727 
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(1) We believe we have access to additional financing and refinancing, if needed, although we can make no assurances as to the form or terms of such financing.

We continually review our capital resources to determine whether we can meet our short and long-term goals. We anticipate our current cash balances, cash flows from operations and available sources of liquidity will be sufficient to maintain operations, make necessary capital expenditures, invest in the development of new micro mills, pay dividends, fund potential expenditures in connection with litigation or other legal proceedings and opportunistically repurchase shares for at least the next twelve months. Additionally, we expect our long-term liquidity position will be sufficient to meet our long-term liquidity needs with cash flows from operations and financing arrangements. However, in the event of changes in business conditions or other developments, including a sustained market deterioration, unanticipated regulatory developments, significant acquisitions, competitive pressures, or to the extent our liquidity needs prove to be greater than expected or cash generated from operations is less than anticipated, we may need additional liquidity. To the extent we elect to finance our long-term liquidity needs, we believe that the potential financing capital available to us in the future will be sufficient.

We estimate that our 2024 capital spending will range from $550 million to $600 million. We regularly assess our capital spending based on current and expected results and the amount is subject to change.

In January 2024, our Board authorized an increase of $500.0 million to the existing share repurchase program. We had remaining authorization to repurchase $510.4 million of shares of CMC common stock at February 29, 2024. See Note 11, Stockholders' Equity and Earnings per Share, in Part I, Item 1, Financial Statements, of this Form 10-Q for more information on the share repurchase program.

Our credit arrangements require compliance with certain non-financial and financial covenants, including an interest coverage ratio and a debt to capitalization ratio. At February 29, 2024, we believe we were in compliance with all covenants contained in our credit arrangements.

As of February 29, 2024 and August 31, 2023, we had no off-balance sheet arrangements that may have a current or future material effect on our financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditures or capital resources.

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Cash Flows

Operating Activities
Net cash flows from operating activities were $350.0 million and $558.9 million for the six months ended February 29, 2024 and February 28, 2023, respectively. Contributing to the change was a decrease in net earnings of $179.5 million year-over-year and a $25.0 million decrease in deferred income taxes and other long-term taxes. Additionally, there was a $49.0 million year-over-year net increase in cash used by operating assets and liabilities. Cash used by inventory increased year-over-year due to both greater inventory volumes and prices during a higher scrap price environment in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the corresponding period, offset, in part, by a year-over-year decrease in cash used by accounts payable, accrued expenses and other payables. These reductions to cash flows from operating activities were offset, in part, by $35.1 million of additional depreciation and amortization expense year-over-year, primarily attributable to our third micro mill being placed into service during the fourth quarter of 2023.

Investing Activities
Net cash flows used by investing activities were $158.5 million and $352.6 million for the six months ended February 29, 2024 and February 28, 2023, respectively. The fluctuation in net cash flows used by investing activities was driven by a $65.2 million decrease in cash used by acquisitions during the six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period, along with a $128.5 million reduction of capital expenditures during the six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period. See Note 2, Changes in Business, in Part I, Item 1, Financial Statements, of this Form 10-Q for more information about the acquisitions completed during the corresponding period.

Financing Activities
Net cash flows used by financing activities were $147.8 million and $283.7 million for the six months ended February 29, 2024 and February 28, 2023, respectively. The $135.9 million decrease in net cash flows used by financing activities during the six months ended February 29, 2024, compared to the corresponding period, included a $143.1 million decrease in repayments of long-term debt, offset, in part, by a $10.0 million increase in treasury stock acquired under the share repurchase program and a $4.7 million increase in net repayments under our Polish accounts receivable facility. See Note 11, Stockholders' Equity and Earnings per Share, in Part I, Item 1, Financial Statements, of this Form 10-Q for more information on the share repurchase program and Note 7, Credit Arrangements, in Part I, Item 1, Financial Statements, of this Form 10-Q for more information regarding our Polish accounts receivable facility.

CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS
Our material cash commitments from known contractual and other obligations primarily consist of obligations for long-term debt and related interest, leases for properties and equipment and purchase obligations as part of normal operations. The amount and composition of our material cash commitments have not changed materially since those disclosed in the 2023 Form 10-K.
Other Commercial Commitments

We maintain stand-by letters of credit to provide support for certain transactions that governmental agencies, our insurance providers and suppliers require. At February 29, 2024, we had committed $41.7 million under these arrangements, of which $0.9 million reduced availability under the Revolver (as defined in Note 7, Credit Arrangements, in Part I, Item 1, Financial Statements, of this Form 10-Q).
CONTINGENCIES

In the ordinary course of conducting our business, we become involved in litigation, administrative proceedings and governmental investigations, including environmental matters. We may incur settlements, fines, penalties or judgments because of some of these matters. Liabilities and costs associated with litigation-related loss contingencies require estimates and judgments based on our knowledge of the facts and circumstances surrounding each matter and the advice of our legal counsel. We record liabilities for litigation-related losses when a loss is probable, and we can reasonably estimate the amount of the loss. We evaluate the measurement of recorded liabilities each reporting period based on the current facts and circumstances specific to each matter. The ultimate losses incurred upon final resolution of litigation-related loss contingencies may differ materially from the estimated liability recorded at a particular balance sheet date. Changes in estimates are recorded in earnings in the period in which such changes occur. See Note 12, Commitments and Contingencies, in Part I, Item 1, Financial Statements, of this Form 10-Q for more information on pending litigation and other matters.
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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This Form 10-Q contains or incorporates by reference a number of "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws with respect to general economic conditions, key macro-economic drivers that impact our business, the effects of ongoing trade actions, the effects of continued pressure on the liquidity of our customers, potential synergies and organic growth provided by acquisitions and strategic investments, demand for our products, shipment volumes, metal margins, the ability to operate our steel mills at full capacity, future availability and cost of supplies of raw materials and energy for our operations, growth rates in certain segments, product margins within our Emerging Businesses Group, share repurchases, legal proceedings, construction activity, international trade, the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, capital expenditures, tax credits, our liquidity and our ability to satisfy future liquidity requirements, estimated contractual obligations, the expected capabilities and benefits of new facilities, the timeline for execution of our growth plan and our expectations or beliefs concerning future events. The statements in this report that are not historical statements, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified by phrases such as we or our management "expects," "anticipates," "believes," "estimates," "future," "intends," "may," "plans to," "ought," "could," "will," "should," "likely," "appears," "projects," "forecasts," "outlook" or other similar words or phrases, as well as by discussions of strategy, plans or intentions.

Our forward-looking statements are based on management's expectations and beliefs as of the time this Form 10-Q was filed with the SEC or, with respect to any document incorporated by reference, as of the time such document was prepared. Although we believe that our expectations are reasonable, we can give no assurance that these expectations will prove to have been correct, and actual results may vary materially. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update, amend or clarify any forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events, new information or circumstances or any other changes. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from our expectations, among others, include the following:

changes in economic conditions which affect demand for our products or construction activity generally, and the impact of such changes on the highly cyclical steel industry;
rapid and significant changes in the price of metals, potentially impairing our inventory values due to declines in commodity prices or reducing the profitability of downstream contracts within our vertically integrated steel operations due to rising commodity pricing;
excess capacity in our industry, particularly in China, and product availability from competing steel mills and other steel suppliers including import quantities and pricing;
the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on the global economy, inflation, energy supplies and raw materials;
increased attention to environmental, social and governance ("ESG") matters, including any targets or other ESG or environmental justice initiatives;
operating and startup risks, as well as market risks associated with the commissioning of new projects could prevent us from realizing anticipated benefits and could result in a loss of all or a substantial part of our investments;
impacts from global public health crises on the economy, demand for our products, global supply chain and on our operations;
compliance with and changes in existing and future laws, regulations and other legal requirements and judicial decisions that govern our business, including increased environmental regulations associated with climate change and greenhouse gas emissions;
involvement in various environmental matters that may result in fines, penalties or judgments;
evolving remediation technology, changing regulations, possible third-party contributions, the inherent uncertainties of the estimation process and other factors that may impact amounts accrued for environmental liabilities;
potential limitations in our or our customers' abilities to access credit and non-compliance with their contractual obligations, including payment obligations;
activity in repurchasing shares of our common stock under our share repurchase program;
financial and non-financial covenants and restrictions on the operation of our business contained in agreements governing our debt;
our ability to successfully identify, consummate and integrate acquisitions and realize any or all of the anticipated synergies or other benefits of acquisitions;
the effects that acquisitions may have on our financial leverage;
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risks associated with acquisitions generally, such as the inability to obtain, or delays in obtaining, required approvals under applicable antitrust legislation and other regulatory and third-party consents and approvals;
lower than expected future levels of revenues and higher than expected future costs;
failure or inability to implement growth strategies in a timely manner;
the impact of goodwill or other indefinite-lived intangible asset impairment charges;
the impact of long-lived asset impairment charges;
currency fluctuations;
global factors, such as trade measures, military conflicts and political uncertainties, including changes to current trade regulations, such as Section 232 trade tariffs and quotas, tax legislation and other regulations which might adversely impact our business;
availability and pricing of electricity, electrodes and natural gas for mill operations;
our ability to hire and retain key executives and other employees;
our ability to successfully manage leadership transitions;
competition from other materials or from competitors that have a lower cost structure or access to greater financial resources;
information technology interruptions and breaches in security;
our ability to make necessary capital expenditures;
availability and pricing of raw materials and other items over which we exert little influence, including scrap metal, energy and insurance;
unexpected equipment failures;
losses or limited potential gains due to hedging transactions;
litigation claims and settlements, court decisions, regulatory rulings and legal compliance risks;
risk of injury or death to employees, customers or other visitors to our operations; and
civil unrest, protests and riots.
Refer to the "Risk Factors" disclosed in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in Part I, Item 1A of our 2023 Form 10-K for specific information regarding additional risks that would cause actual results to differ from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors that could cause actual results, performance or our achievements, or industry results, to differ materially from historical results, any future results, or performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Accordingly, readers of this Form 10-Q are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements.
ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

There have been no material changes to the information set forth in Part II, Item 7A, Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk, included in our 2023 Form 10-K.
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ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

The term "disclosure controls and procedures" is defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) of the Exchange Act. This term refers to the controls and other procedures of a company that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by a company in the reports that it files or submits under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within required time periods, and includes controls and procedures designed to ensure that such information is accumulated and communicated to the company's management, including its principal executive and principal financial officers, or persons performing similar functions, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. Our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by this Form 10-Q, and they have concluded that as of that date, our disclosure controls and procedures were effective.
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) of the Exchange Act) that occurred during the quarter ended February 29, 2024 that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

On October 30, 2020, plaintiff Pacific Steel Group ("PSG") filed a suit in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California alleging that Commercial Metals Company, CMC Steel Fabricators, Inc. and CMC Steel US, LLC violated the federal and California state antitrust laws and California common law by entering into an exclusivity agreement for certain steel mill equipment manufactured by one of the Company’s equipment suppliers. PSG seeks, among other things, a jury trial on its claims in addition to injunctive relief, compensatory damages, fees and costs. Fact and expert discovery are complete, and summary judgment briefing and arguments are under advisement by the court. Pending the resolution of summary judgment, a jury trial is scheduled for July 2024. The Company believes that it has substantial defenses and intends to vigorously defend against PSG's claims. The Company has not recorded any liability for this matter as it does not believe a loss is probable, and it cannot estimate any reasonably possible loss or range of possible loss. It is possible that an unfavorable resolution to this matter could have an adverse effect on the Company’s results of operations, financial position or cash flows.

With respect to administrative or judicial proceedings arising under any federal, state or local provisions that have been enacted or adopted regulating the discharge of materials into the environment or primarily for the purpose of protecting the environment, the Company has determined that it will disclose any such proceeding to which a governmental authority is a party if it reasonably believes such proceeding could result in monetary sanctions, exclusive of interest and costs, of at least $1.0 million. The Company believes that this threshold is reasonably designed to result in disclosure of environmental proceedings that are material to the Company's business or financial condition. Applying this threshold, there were no environmental matters to disclose for this period.
ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS

There were no material changes to the risk factors previously disclosed in Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors, of our 2023 Form 10-K.
ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS

Purchases of Equity Securities by the Issuer and Affiliated Purchasers

The following table provides information about purchases of equity securities registered by the Company pursuant to Section 12 of the Exchange Act made by the Company or any affiliated purchasers during the quarter ended February 29, 2024.
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities(1)
PeriodTotal Number of Shares PurchasedAverage Price Paid Per ShareTotal Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or ProgramsApproximate Dollar Value of Shares that May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs as of the End of Period
December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023270,058 $47.41 270,058 $45,509,040 
January 1, 2024 - January 31, 2024299,399 50.52 299,399 530,383,288 
February 1, 2024 - February 29, 2024375,748 53.25 375,748 510,374,682 
945,205 945,205 
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(1) On October 13, 2021, the Company announced that the Board authorized a share repurchase program under which the Company may repurchase up to $350.0 million of the Company's outstanding common stock. On January 10, 2024, the Company announced that the Board authorized an increase of $500.0 million to the existing share repurchase program. The share repurchase program does not require the Company to purchase any dollar amount or number of shares of CMC common stock and may be modified, suspended, extended or terminated by the Company at any time without prior notice. See Note 11, Stockholders' Equity and Earnings per Share, in Part I, Item 1, Financial Statements, of this Form 10-Q for more information on the share repurchase program.

ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES

None.
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ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES

Not applicable.
ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION

During the three months ended February 29, 2024, none of the Company’s directors or executive officers adopted or terminated a “Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement” or “non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement,” as each term is defined in Item 408(a) of Regulation S-K.
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ITEM 6. EXHIBITS
Pursuant to Item 601(b)(4)(iii) of Regulation S-K, certain long-term debt instruments are omitted because the total amount of securities authorized thereunder does not exceed 10% of the total assets of CMC and its subsidiaries on a consolidated basis. The Company agrees to furnish copies of such instruments to the SEC upon its request.
2.1†
3.1(a)
3.1(b)
3.1(c)
3.1(d)
3.1(e)
3.1(f)
3.2
31.1
31.2
32.1
32.2
101.INSInline XBRL Instance Document (filed herewith).
101.SCHInline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document (filed herewith).
101.CALInline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document (filed herewith).
101.DEFInline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document (filed herewith).
101.LABInline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document (filed herewith).
101.PREInline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document (filed herewith).
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Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL document and included in Exhibit 101).
† Certain of the exhibits and schedules to this Exhibit have been omitted in accordance with Regulation S-K Item 601(a)(5), and the Company agrees to furnish a copy of all omitted exhibits and schedules to the SEC upon its request.
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SIGNATURE
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.
 
COMMERCIAL METALS COMPANY
March 26, 2024/s/ Paul J. Lawrence
Paul J. Lawrence
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
(Duly authorized officer and principal financial officer of the registrant)

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