Biggest changeThe following table sets forth the reconciliation of our reported net income to the calculations of EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023: Year Ended (in millions) December 31, 2024 December 31, 2023 Net income $ 384.3 $ 368.1 Interest expense, net 125.0 129.9 Transaction related interest expense, net (1) 9.8 — Loss on extinguishment of debt (2) — 3.2 Income tax provision 118.6 103.4 Depreciation and amortization 203.9 184.8 EBITDA $ 841.6 $ 789.4 Adjustments: Transaction costs (3) 47.8 49.0 Customer-related transition charges (4) 26.7 — Supply chain transition costs (5) 9.5 — Operational start-up costs (6) 3.1 10.4 Cybersecurity event (7) (4.9) 14.3 Fair value remeasurement (8) — 11.0 ERP system transition (9) — 3.2 Adjusted EBITDA $ 923.8 $ 877.3 Consolidated indebtedness less netted cash $ 2,134.8 $ 2,518.7 Ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA 2.31 times 2.87 times (1) In the year ended 2024, we incurred $9.8 million of transaction related interest expense, net of interest income, related to the Term B Loan drawn and held in escrow.
Biggest changeAccordingly, we present adjusted EBITDA to provide information regarding our compliance with requirements under the 2023 Credit Agreement. 31 Table of Contents The following table sets forth the reconciliation of our reported net income to the calculations of EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024: Year Ended (in millions) December 31, 2025 December 31, 2024 Net income $ 384.1 $ 384.3 Interest expense, net 261.1 125.0 Transaction-related interest expense, net (1) 6.8 9.8 Income tax provision 95.7 118.6 Depreciation and amortization 291.6 203.9 EBITDA $ 1,039.3 $ 841.6 Adjustments: Acquisition-related costs (2) 114.2 — Transaction costs (3) 56.0 47.8 Business combination charges (4) 53.8 — Loss on disposal of business (5) 13.9 — Supply chain transition costs (6) 12.1 9.5 Disposition-related costs (7) 10.5 — Cloud-based computing arrangements impairment (8) 6.2 — Customer-related transition charges (9) — 26.7 Operational start-up costs (10) — 3.1 Cybersecurity event (11) — (4.9) Adjusted EBITDA $ 1,306.0 $ 923.8 Adjustments for financial covenant purposes: Loss from unrestricted subsidiary (12) 3.1 — Earnings from Mattress Firm prior to acquisition (13) 18.7 — Future cost synergies to be realized from Mattress Firm Acquisition (14) 100.0 — Adjusted EBITDA per credit facility $ 1,427.8 $ 923.8 Consolidated indebtedness less netted cash $ 4,582.4 $ 2,134.8 Ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA 3.21 times 2.31 times 32 Table of Contents (1) In the year ended 2025, we incurred $6.8 million of transaction-related interest expense, net of interest income, related to the Term B Loan drawn and held in escrow.
Non-GAAP Financial Information We provide information regarding adjusted net income, adjusted EPS, adjusted gross profit, adjusted gross margin, adjusted operating income (expense), adjusted operating margin, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, consolidated indebtedness and consolidated indebtedness less netted cash, which are not recognized terms under GAAP and do not purport to be alternatives to net income, earnings per share, gross profit, gross margin, operating income (expense) and operating margin as a measure of operating performance or an alternative to total debt as a measure of liquidity.
Non-GAAP Financial Information We provide information regarding adjusted net income, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EPS, adjusted gross profit, adjusted gross margin, adjusted operating income (expense), adjusted operating margin, consolidated indebtedness and consolidated indebtedness less netted cash, which are not recognized terms under GAAP and do not purport to be alternatives to net income, earnings per share, gross profit, gross margin, operating income (expense) and operating margin as a measure of operating performance or an alternative to total debt as a measure of liquidity.
We believe that the use of these non-GAAP financial measures provides investors with additional useful information with respect to the impact of various adjustments as described in the footnotes below.
We believe that the use of these non-GAAP financial measures provides investors with additional useful information with respect to the impact of various adjustments as described in the footnotes below.
Goodwill and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets. Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are evaluated for impairment annually as of October 1 and whenever events or circumstances make it more likely than not that impairment may have occurred or when required by accounting standards. We test goodwill for impairment at the reporting unit level.
Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are evaluated for impairment annually as of October 1 and whenever events or circumstances make it more likely than not that impairment may have occurred or when required by accounting standards. We test goodwill for impairment at the reporting unit level.
While we are well represented at third-party retailers in the U.S. today, there are opportunities to both increase the presence of our brands with existing retail partners and to sell into certain key retailers that do not have our products on their floors today. We also have significant opportunity to expand our third-party retail distribution in our international business.
While we are well represented at third-party retailers in the U.S. today, there are opportunities to both increase the presence of our brands with retail partners and to sell into certain key retailers that do not have our products on their floors today. We also have significant opportunity to expand our third-party retail distribution in our international business.
The 2024 effective tax rate as compared to the U.S. federal statutory tax rate included a net favorable impact of discrete items, primarily related to excess tax benefits from the vesting of certain stock awards under our incentive stock compensation plan and other discrete items.
The 2024 effective tax rate as compared to the U.S. federal statutory tax rate also included a net favorable impact of discrete items, primarily related to excess tax benefits from the vesting of certain stock awards under our incentive stock compensation plan and other discrete items.
In this discussion and analysis, we discuss and explain the consolidated financial condition and results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, including the following topics: • an overview of our business and strategy; • results of operations, including our net sales and costs in the periods presented as well as changes between periods; • expected sources of liquidity for future operations; and • our use of certain non-GAAP financial measures.
In this discussion and analysis, we discuss and explain the consolidated financial condition and results of operations for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, including the following topics: • an overview of our business and strategy; • results of operations, including our net sales and costs in the periods presented as well as changes between periods; • expected sources of liquidity for future operations; and • our use of certain non-GAAP financial measures.
As of December 31, 2024, our accounts receivable were substantially current. Other factors considered include historical write-off experience, current economic conditions and also factors such as customer credit, past transaction history with the customer and changes in customer payment terms. The credit environment in which our customers operate has been relatively stable over the past few years.
As of December 31, 2025, our accounts receivable were substantially current. Other factors considered include historical write-off experience, current economic conditions and also factors such as customer credit, past transaction history with the customer and changes in customer payment terms. The credit environment in which our customers operate has been relatively stable over the past few years.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, we did not repurchase shares under our share repurchase program and had approximately $774.5 million remaining under our share repurchase program. Share repurchases under this program may be made through open market transactions, negotiated purchases or otherwise, at times and in such amounts as management deems appropriate.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, we did not repurchase shares under our share repurchase program and had approximately $774.5 million remaining under our share repurchase program. Share repurchases under this program may be made through open market transactions, negotiated purchases or otherwise, at times and in such amounts as management deems appropriate.
As of December 31, 2024, we were in compliance with all of the financial covenants in our debt agreements, and we do not anticipate material issues under any debt agreements based on current facts and circumstances. Our debt agreements contain certain covenants that limit restricted payments, including share repurchases and dividends.
As of December 31, 2025, we were in compliance with all of the financial covenants in our debt agreements, and we do not anticipate material issues under any debt agreements based on current facts and circumstances. Our debt agreements contain certain covenants that limit restricted payments, including share repurchases and dividends.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires that management make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of commitments and contingencies at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Our actual results could differ from those estimates.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires that management make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of commitments and contingencies at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Our actual results could differ from those estimates. Business Combinations.
Discounted cash flow models are reliant on various assumptions, including projected business results, long-term growth factors and weighted-average cost of capital. Management judgement is involved in estimating these variables, and they include inherent uncertainties as they are forecasting future events.
Discounted cash flow models are reliant on various assumptions, including projected business results, long-term growth factors and weighted-average cost of capital. Management judgment is involved in estimating these variables, and they include inherent uncertainties as they are forecasting future events.
The valuation allowance is based, in part, on our estimate of future taxable income, the expected utilization of foreign and state tax loss carryforwards and credits and the expiration dates of such tax loss carryforwards. We did not recognize tax benefits from uncertain tax positions within the provision for income taxes.
The valuation allowance is based, in part, on our estimate of future taxable income, the expected utilization of foreign and domestic tax loss carryforwards and credits and the expiration dates of such tax loss carryforwards. We did not recognize tax benefits from uncertain tax positions within the provision for income taxes.
Future changes in raw material prices could have a significant impact on our gross margin. Our margins are also impacted by the growth in our Wholesale channel as sales in our Wholesale channel are at wholesale prices whereas sales in our Direct channel are at retail prices. Gross margin improved 100 basis points.
Future changes in raw material prices could have a significant impact on our gross margin. Our margins are also impacted by the growth in our Wholesale channel as sales in our Wholesale channel are at wholesale prices whereas sales in our Direct channel are at retail prices. Gross margin improved 150 basis points.
Revenue Recognition . Sales of product are recognized when the performance obligations under the terms of the contract with the customer are satisfied, which is generally when control of the product has transferred to the customer. Transferring control of each product sold is considered a separate performance obligation.
Sales of product are recognized when the performance obligations under the terms of the contract with the customer are satisfied, which is generally when control of the product has transferred to the customer. Transferring control of each product sold is considered a separate performance obligation.
The aggregate purchase price consisted of $2.8 billion in cash and approximately 34.2 million shares of our common stock valued at $65.65 per share, which represents the simple average of the opening and closing price per share of our common stock on the NYSE on the trading day immediately prior to the date of acquisition, with the value of any fractional shares paid in cash.
The aggregate purchase price consisted of $3.1 billion in cash and approximately 34.2 million shares of our common stock valued at $65.65 per share, which represents the simple average of the opening and closing price per share of our common stock on the NYSE on the trading day immediately prior to the date of acquisition, with the value of any fractional shares paid in cash.
For a discussion and reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures as discussed above to the corresponding GAAP financial results, refer to the non-GAAP financial information set forth below under the heading "Non-GAAP Financial Information." 19 Table of Contents We may refer to net sales or earnings or other historical financial information on a "constant currency basis," which is a non-GAAP financial measure.
For a discussion and reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures as discussed above to the corresponding GAAP financial results, refer to the non-GAAP financial information set forth below under the heading "Non-GAAP Financial Information." We may refer to net sales or earnings or other historical financial information on a "constant currency basis," which is a non-GAAP financial measure.
The following table sets forth the reconciliation of our reported net income to adjusted net income and the calculation of adjusted EPS for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
The following table sets forth the reconciliation of our reported net income to adjusted net income and the calculation of adjusted EPS for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
A valuation allowance is recorded against certain deferred tax assets to reduce the consolidated deferred tax asset to an amount that will, more likely than not, be realized in future periods. At December 31, 2024, the valuation allowance of $48.1 million was primarily related to certain tax attributes both domestically and in various foreign jurisdictions.
A valuation allowance is recorded against certain deferred tax assets to reduce the consolidated deferred tax asset to an amount that will, more likely than not, be realized in future periods. At December 31, 2025, the valuation allowance of $48.7 million was primarily related to certain tax attributes both domestically and in various foreign jurisdictions.
We recorded $10.4 million of operational start-up costs related to the capacity expansion of our manufacturing and distribution facilities in the U.S. in the year ended 2023. (7) In the year ended 2024, we received proceeds of $4.9 million for an insurance claim related to the previously disclosed cybersecurity event identified on July 23, 2023.
(10) In the year ended 2024, we recorded $3.1 million of operational start-up costs for the capacity expansion of our manufacturing and distribution facilities in the U.S. (11) In the year ended 2024, we received proceeds of $4.9 million for an insurance claim related to the previously disclosed cybersecurity event identified on July 23, 2023.
For results of operations comparisons relating to years ending December 31, 2023 and 2022, refer to our annual report on Form 10-K, Part II, ITEM 7: Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 16, 2024.
For results of operations comparisons relating to years ending December 31, 2024 and 2023, refer to our annual report on Form 10-K, Part II, ITEM 7: Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 28, 2025.
Historically, less than 1.0% of net sales ultimately prove to be uncollectible. Total bad debt expense was $22.5 million in 2024, $8.2 million in 2023 and $6.7 million in 2022.
Historically, less than 1.0% of net sales ultimately prove to be uncollectible. Total bad debt expense was $5.6 million in 2025, $22.5 million in 2024 and $8.2 million in 2023.
The proceeds 24 Table of Contents of this financing were collectively used to fund a portion of the cash consideration for the acquisition, the repayment of Mattress Firm's debt and the payment of certain fees and expenses related to the acquisition.
The proceeds of this financing were collectively used to fund a portion of the cash consideration for the acquisition, the repayment of Mattress Firm's debt and the payment of certain fees and expenses related to the acquisition.
The tax benefits recognized in the financial statements from such positions are then measured based on the largest benefit that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon settlement. At December 31, 2024, our estimated gross unrecognized tax benefits were $2.1 million which, if recognized, would favorably impact our future earnings.
The tax benefits recognized in the financial statements from such positions are then measured based on the largest benefit that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon settlement. At December 31, 2025, our estimated gross unrecognized tax benefits were $30.7 million which, if recognized, would favorably impact our future earnings.
EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Consolidated Indebtedness Less Netted Cash The following reconciliations are provided below: • Net income to EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA • Ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA • Total debt, net to consolidated indebtedness less netted cash We believe that presenting these non-GAAP measures provides investors with useful information with respect to our operating performance, cash flow generation and comparisons from period to period, as well as general information about our progress in reducing our leverage. 30 Table of Contents The 2023 Credit Agreement provides the definition of adjusted EBITDA.
EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Consolidated Indebtedness Less Netted Cash The following reconciliations are provided below: • Net income to EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA • Ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA • Total debt, net to consolidated indebtedness less netted cash We believe that presenting these non-GAAP measures provides investors with useful information with respect to our operating performance, cash flow generation and comparisons from period to period, as well as general information about our progress in reducing our leverage.
The industry is no longer engaged in 17 Table of Contents uneconomical retail store expansion, startups have shifted from uneconomical strategies to becoming profitable and legacy retailers and manufacturers have become skilled in producing profitable online sales. Over the last decade, consumers have made the connection between a good night's sleep and overall health and wellness.
In our opinion, the industry is no longer engaged in uneconomical retail store expansion, startups have shifted from uneconomical strategies to becoming profitable and legacy retailers and manufacturers have become skilled in producing profitable online sales. Over the last decade, consumers have made the connection between a good night's sleep and overall health and wellness.
Our gross margin is also impacted by fixed cost leverage based on manufacturing unit volumes; the cost of raw materials; operational efficiencies due to the utilization in our manufacturing facilities; product, brand, channel and geographic mix; foreign exchange fluctuations; volume incentives offered to certain retail accounts; participation in our retail cooperative advertising programs; and costs associated with new product introductions.
Our gross margin is also impacted by fixed cost leverage based on manufacturing unit volumes; the cost of raw materials; operational efficiencies due to the utilization in our manufacturing facilities; product, brand, channel and country mix; foreign exchange fluctuations; volume incentives offered to certain retail accounts; participation in our retail cooperative advertising programs; vendor incentives earned on supply agreements; retail store fixed cost leverage based on unit volumes and costs associated with new product introductions.
The following discussion identifies those accounting policies that we believe are critical in the preparation of our financial statements, the judgments and uncertainties affecting the application of those policies and the possibility that materially different amounts will be reported under different conditions or using different assumptions.
Our management believes these policies are reasonable and appropriate. The following discussion identifies those accounting policies that we believe are critical in the preparation of our financial statements, the judgments and uncertainties affecting the application of those policies and the possibility that materially different amounts will be reported under different conditions or using different assumptions.
Total cash interest payments related to our borrowings are expected to be between approximately $265 million to $275 million in 2025. Our debt service obligations could, under certain circumstances, have material consequences to our stockholders. Similarly, our cash requirements are subject to change as business conditions warrant and opportunities arise.
Total cash interest payments related to our borrowings are expected to be approximately $225 million in 2026. Our debt service obligations could, under certain circumstances, have material consequences to our stockholders. Similarly, our cash requirements are subject to change as business conditions warrant and opportunities arise.
As of December 31, 2024, our ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA, which is a non-GAAP financial measure defined in the 2023 Credit Agreement, was 2.31 times.
As of December 31, 2025, our ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA, which is a non-GAAP financial measure defined in the 2023 Credit Agreement, was 3.21 times.
(3) We recorded $47.8 million and $49.0 million of transaction costs, primarily related to legal and professional fees associated with the acquisition of Mattress Firm in the year ended 2024 and 2023, respectively.
In the year ended 2024, we recorded $47.8 million of transaction costs, primarily related to legal and professional fees associated with the acquisition of Mattress Firm.
The allowance for credit losses included in accounts receivable, net in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets, was $80.4 million and $66.9 million as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. We regularly review the adequacy of our allowance for credit losses.
The allowance for credit losses included in accounts receivable, net in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets, was $39.2 million and $80.4 million as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. We regularly review the adequacy of our allowance for credit losses.
As consumers make this connection, they are willing to invest more in their bedding purchases, which positions us well for long-term growth. In 2025, we expect the current macroeconomic environment to stabilize throughout the year. The global bedding industry was challenged in 2024 due to certain macroeconomic pressures on the consumer.
As consumers make this connection, they are willing to invest more in their bedding purchases, which positions us well for long-term growth. The global bedding industry was challenged in 2025 due to certain macroeconomic pressures on the consumer.
The proceeds of this financing were collectively used to fund a portion of the cash consideration, the repayment of Mattress Firm's debt and the payment of certain fees and expenses related to the merger.
The proceeds of this financing were collectively used to fund a portion of the cash consideration, the repayment of Mattress Firm's debt and the payment of certain fees and expenses related to the merger. Mattress Firm operates as a separate business segment.
(in millions) December 31, 2024 December 31, 2023 Total debt, net $ 3,809.9 $ 2,571.9 Plus: Deferred financing costs (1) 34.6 21.7 Consolidated indebtedness 3,844.5 2,593.6 Less: Netted cash (2) 1,709.7 74.9 Consolidated indebtedness less netted cash $ 2,134.8 $ 2,518.7 (1) We present deferred financing costs as a direct reduction from the carrying amount of the related debt in the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
(in millions) December 31, 2025 December 31, 2024 Total debt, net $ 4,685.7 $ 3,809.9 Plus: Deferred financing costs (1) 31.6 34.6 Consolidated indebtedness $ 4,717.3 $ 3,844.5 Less: Netted cash (2) 134.9 1,709.7 Consolidated indebtedness less netted cash $ 4,582.4 $ 2,134.8 (1) We present deferred financing costs as a direct reduction from the carrying amount of the related debt in the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
FULL YEAR 2024 (in millions, except percentages) Consolidated Margin North America Margin International Margin Corporate Net sales $ 4,930.9 $ 3,788.9 $ 1,142.0 $ — Gross profit $ 2,180.1 44.2 % $ 1,530.8 40.4 % $ 649.3 56.9 % $ — Adjustments: Customer-related transition charges (1) 21.9 21.9 — — Supply chain transition costs (2) 9.3 9.3 — — Operational start-up costs (3) 3.1 3.1 — — Transaction costs (4) 2.4 2.4 — — Total adjustments 36.7 36.7 — — Adjusted gross profit $ 2,216.8 45.0 % $ 1,567.5 41.4 % $ 649.3 56.9 % $ — Operating income (expense) $ 634.2 12.9 % $ 612.1 16.2 % $ 194.9 17.1 % $ (172.8) Adjustments: Transaction costs (4) 47.8 2.5 — 45.3 Customer-related transition charges (1) 26.7 26.7 — — Supply chain transition costs (2) 9.5 9.5 — — Operational start-up costs (3) 3.1 3.1 — — Total adjustments 87.1 41.8 — 45.3 Adjusted operating income (expense) $ 721.3 14.6 % $ 653.9 17.3 % $ 194.9 17.1 % $ (127.5) (1) In the year ended 2024, we recorded $26.7 million of transition charges as a result of a customer's acquisition which foreclosed on our OEM distribution to this customer.
FULL YEAR 2024 (in millions, except percentages) Consolidated Margin Tempur Sealy North America Margin Tempur Sealy International Margin Corporate Net sales $ 4,930.9 $ 3,788.9 $ 1,142.0 $ — Gross profit $ 2,027.9 41.1 % $ 1,466.7 38.7 % $ 561.2 49.1 % $ — Adjustments: Customer-related transition charges (1) 21.9 21.9 — — Supply chain transition costs (2) 9.3 9.3 — — Operational start-up costs (3) 3.1 3.1 — — Transaction costs (4) 2.4 2.4 — — Total adjustments 36.7 36.7 — — Adjusted gross profit $ 2,064.6 41.9 % $ 1,503.4 39.7 % $ 561.2 49.1 % $ — Operating income (expense) $ 634.2 12.9 % $ 612.1 16.2 % $ 194.9 17.1 % $ (172.8) Adjustments: Transaction costs (4) 47.8 2.5 — 45.3 Customer-related transition charges (1) 26.7 26.7 — — Supply chain transition costs (2) 9.5 9.5 — — Operational start-up costs (3) 3.1 3.1 — — Total adjustments 87.1 41.8 — 45.3 Adjusted operating income (expense) $ 721.3 14.6 % $ 653.9 17.3 % $ 194.9 17.1 % $ (127.5) (1) In the year ended 2024, we recorded $26.7 million of transition charges as a result of a customer's acquisition which foreclosed on our OEM distribution to this customer, with $21.9 million recorded in cost of sales and $4.8 million in operating expenses.
(3) In the fourth quarter of 2024, we incurred $9.8 million of transaction related interest expense, net of interest income, related to the Term B Loan drawn and held in escrow. The proceeds of the Term B Loan were released upon the closing of the acquisition of Mattress Firm on February 5, 2025.
(7) In the year ended 2025, we incurred $6.8 million of transaction-related interest expense, net of interest income, related to the Term B Loan drawn and held in escrow. The proceeds of the Term B Loan were released upon the closing of the acquisition of Mattress Firm on February 5, 2025.
The accrued sales returns in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheet, which include a current balance in accrued expenses and other current liabilities and a non-current balance in other non-current liabilities, was $44.2 million and $43.7 million as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
The accrued sales returns in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets, which include a current balance in accrued expenses and other current liabilities and a non-current balance in other non-current liabilities, was $106.9 million and $44.2 million as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
Net sales in the Direct channel increased 4.6% on a constant currency basis.
Net sales in the Direct channel increased 8.8% on a constant currency basis. Net sales in the Wholesale channel increased 7.6% on a constant currency basis.
Business Overview General We are the world's largest bedding company, dedicated to enriching people's lives through the power of a good night's sleep. With superior capabilities in design, manufacturing, distribution and retail, we deliver breakthrough sleep solutions and serve the evolving needs of consumers in more than 100 countries worldwide through our fully-owned businesses, Tempur Sealy, Mattress Firm and Dreams.
Business Overview General We are the world's largest bedding company, dedicated to transforming how the world sleeps. With superior capabilities in design, manufacturing, distribution and retail, we deliver breakthrough sleep solutions and serve the evolving needs of consumers in over 100 countries worldwide through our fully-owned businesses, Tempur Sealy, Mattress Firm and Dreams.
The 2023 effective tax rate, as compared to the U.S. federal statutory tax rate, also included a net favorable impact of discrete items, primarily related to excess tax benefits from the vesting of certain stock awards under our incentive stock compensation plan and a benefit related to the settlement of the Danish Tax Matter.
The 2025 effective tax rate as compared to the U.S. federal statutory tax rate included a net favorable impact of discrete items, primarily related to excess tax benefits from the vesting of certain stock awards under our incentive stock compensation plan and other discrete items, including the impact of the Mattress Firm Acquisition.
The improvement in operating margin was primarily driven by the improvement in gross margin of 160 basis points, partially offset by Asia joint venture performance of 50 basis points and operating expense deleverage. • Corporate operating expenses decreased $34.0 million, which positively impacted our consolidated operating margin.
The improvement in operating margin was primarily driven by the improvement in gross margin of 30 basis points and operating expense leverage of 10 basis points, partially offset by Asia joint venture performance. • Corporate operating expenses increased $37.6 million, which negatively impacted our consolidated operating margin.
Our portfolio includes the most highly recognized brands in the industry, including Tempur-Pedic®, Sealy® and Stearns & Foster®, and our global omni-channel platform enables us to meet consumers wherever they shop, offering a personal connection and innovation to provide a unique retail experience and tailored solutions.
Our portfolio includes the most highly recognized brands in the industry, including Tempur-Pedic®, Sealy® and Stearns & Foster®, and our global omni-channel platform enables us to meet consumers wherever they shop, offering a personal connection and innovation to provide a unique retail experience and tailored solutions. 17 Table of Contents As of December 31, 2025, Somnigroup operated 2,852 company-owned stores, including 2,174 Mattress Firm stores, Tempur Sealy owned stores, Dreams stores and joint venture stores.
This reinvention of the Sealy Posturepedic® brand is strategically aimed at reigniting growth in the mid-to-entry level market, which has experienced outsized pressures relative to other price points in recent years.
This reinvention of the Sealy Posturepedic® brand is strategically aimed at reigniting growth in the mid-to-entry level market, which has experienced outsized pressures relative to other price points in recent years. The new collection incorporates innovative technologies, including our proprietary PrecisionFit™ coils which were expertly designed to provide superior support.
(5) We recorded $3.1 million of operational start-up costs in cost of sales for the capacity expansion of our manufacturing and distribution facilities in the U.S., which include personnel and facility related costs in the year ended 2024.
(2) In the year ended 2024, we recorded $9.5 million of supply chain transition costs primarily in cost of sales associated with the consolidation of certain manufacturing facilities. (3) In the year ended 2024, we recorded $3.1 million of operational start-up costs in cost of sales for the capacity expansion of our manufacturing and distribution facilities in the U.S.
The adjustments we make to derive the non-GAAP financial measures include adjustments to exclude items that may cause short-term fluctuations in the nearest GAAP financial measure, but which we do not consider to be the fundamental attributes or primary drivers of our business. 26 Table of Contents We believe that exclusion of these items assists in providing a more complete understanding of our underlying results from continuing operations and trends, and we use these measures along with the corresponding GAAP financial measures to manage our business, to evaluate our consolidated and business segment performance compared to prior periods and the marketplace, to establish operational goals and to provide continuity to investors for comparability purposes.
We believe that exclusion of these items assists in providing a more complete understanding of our underlying results from continuing operations and trends, and we use these measures along with the corresponding GAAP financial measures to manage our business, to evaluate our consolidated and business segment performance compared to prior periods and the marketplace, to establish operational goals and to provide continuity to investors for comparability purposes.
GROSS PROFIT Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 Margin Change (in millions, except percentages) Gross Profit Gross Margin Gross Profit Gross Margin 2024 vs 2023 North America $ 1,530.8 40.4 % $ 1,537.5 39.9 % 0.5 % International 649.3 56.9 % 591.2 55.3 % 1.6 % Consolidated gross margin $ 2,180.1 44.2 % $ 2,128.7 43.2 % 1.0 % Costs associated with net sales are recorded in cost of sales and include the costs of producing, shipping, warehousing, receiving and inspecting goods during the period, as well as depreciation and amortization of long-lived assets used in the manufacturing process.
GROSS PROFIT Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 Margin Change (in millions, except percentages) Gross Profit Gross Margin Gross Profit Gross Margin 2025 vs 2024 Mattress Firm $ 1,171.7 33.4 % $ — — % 33.4 % Tempur Sealy North America 1,383.8 51.2 % 1,466.7 38.7 % 12.5 % Tempur Sealy International 627.7 49.4 % 561.2 49.1 % 0.3 % Consolidated gross margin $ 3,183.2 42.6 % $ 2,027.9 41.1 % 1.5 % Costs associated with net sales are recorded in cost of sales and include the costs of producing, shipping, warehousing, receiving and inspecting goods during the period, as well as depreciation and amortization of long-lived assets used in the manufacturing process.
Adjusted gross margin, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, was 45.0% as compared to 43.7% in 2023. • Operating income increased 4.4% to $634.2 million as compared to $607.2 million in 2023.
Adjusted gross margin, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, was 44.4% as compared to 41.9% in 2024. • Operating income increased 19.0% to $754.9 million as compared to $634.2 million in 2024. Adjusted operating income, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, increased 41.2% to $1,018.7 million as compared to $721.3 million in 2024.
INCOME TAX PROVISION Year Ended December 31, Percent change (in millions, except percentages) 2024 2023 2024 vs 2023 Income tax provision $ 118.6 $ 103.4 14.7 % Effective tax rate 23.5 % 21.8 % 1.7 % Income tax provision includes income taxes associated with taxes currently payable and deferred taxes, and includes the impact of net operating losses for certain of our foreign operations.
INCOME TAX PROVISION Year Ended December 31, Percent Change (in millions, except percentages) 2025 2024 2025 vs 2024 Income tax provision $ 95.7 $ 118.6 (19.3) % Effective tax rate 19.9 % 23.5 % (15.3) % Income tax provision includes income taxes associated with taxes currently payable and deferred taxes, and includes the impact of net operating losses for certain of our domestic and foreign operations. 23 Table of Contents Our income tax provision decreased $22.9 million due to a decrease in income before income taxes.
Adjusted net income, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, increased 6.9% to $455.1 million as compared to $425.6 million in 2023. • Earnings per diluted share ("EPS") increased 3.8% to $2.16 as compared to $2.08 in 2023. Adjusted EPS, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, increased 6.3% to $2.55 as compared to $2.40 in 2023.
Adjusted net income, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, increased 24.2% to $565.3 million as compared to $455.1 million in 2024. 19 Table of Contents • Earnings per diluted share ("EPS") decreased 14.8% to $1.84 as compared to $2.16 in 2024. Adjusted EPS, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, increased 5.9% to $2.70 as compared to $2.55 in 2024.
In addition to the sale of our branded products through third-party retailers, we also offer non-branded products through our OEM business, including mattresses, pillows and other bedding products and components, at a wide range of price points.
In addition to offering a portfolio of some of the most highly recognized brands in the industry, we also offer non-branded products through our OEM business. These offerings include mattresses, pillows and other bedding products and components, at a wide range of price points.
The following table sets forth the various components of our Consolidated Statements of Income and expresses each component as a percentage of net sales: (in millions, except percentages and Year Ended December 31, per common share amounts) 2024 2023 Net sales $ 4,930.9 100.0 % $ 4,925.4 100.0 % Cost of sales 2,750.8 55.8 2,796.7 56.8 Gross profit 2,180.1 44.2 2,128.7 43.2 Selling and marketing expenses 1,091.6 22.1 1,063.4 21.6 General, administrative and other expenses 473.2 9.6 481.1 9.8 Equity income in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates (18.9) (0.4) (23.0) (0.5) Operating income 634.2 12.9 607.2 12.3 Other expense, net: Interest expense, net 134.8 2.7 129.9 2.6 Loss on extinguishment of debt — — 3.2 0.1 Other income, net (4.9) (0.1) — — Total other expense, net 129.9 2.6 133.1 2.7 Income before income taxes 504.3 10.2 474.1 9.6 Income tax provision (118.6) (2.4) (103.4) (2.1) Net income before non-controlling interest 385.7 7.8 370.7 7.5 Less: Net income attributable to non-controlling interest 1.4 — 2.6 0.1 Net income attributable to Somnigroup International Inc. $ 384.3 7.8 % $ 368.1 7.5 % Earnings per common share: Basic $ 2.21 $ 2.14 Diluted $ 2.16 $ 2.08 Weighted average common shares outstanding: Basic 173.6 172.2 Diluted 178.2 177.3 20 Table of Contents NET SALES Year Ended December 31, Consolidated North America International (in millions) 2024 2023 2024 2023 2024 2023 Net sales by channel Wholesale $ 3,701.6 $ 3,746.1 $ 3,275.2 $ 3,348.2 $ 426.4 $ 397.9 Direct 1,229.3 1,179.3 513.7 507.3 715.6 672.0 Total net sales $ 4,930.9 $ 4,925.4 $ 3,788.9 $ 3,855.5 $ 1,142.0 $ 1,069.9 Net sales increased 0.1% (including on a constant currency basis).
The following table sets forth the various components of our Consolidated Statements of Income and expresses each component as a percentage of net sales: (in millions, except percentages and Year Ended December 31, per common share amounts) 2025 2024 Net sales $ 7,476.5 100.0 % $ 4,930.9 100.0 % Cost of sales 4,293.3 57.4 2,903.0 58.9 Gross profit 3,183.2 42.6 2,027.9 41.1 Selling and marketing expenses 1,739.0 23.3 939.4 19.1 General, administrative and other expenses 695.0 9.3 473.2 9.6 Loss on disposal of business 13.9 0.2 — — Equity income in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates (19.6) (0.3) (18.9) (0.4) Operating income 754.9 10.1 634.2 12.9 Other expense, net: Interest expense, net 267.9 3.6 134.8 2.7 Other expense (income), net 6.0 0.1 (4.9) (0.1) Total other expense, net 273.9 3.7 129.9 2.6 Income before income taxes 481.0 6.4 504.3 10.2 Income tax provision (95.7) (1.3) (118.6) (2.4) Net income before non-controlling interest 385.3 5.2 385.7 7.8 Less: Net income attributable to non-controlling interest 1.2 — 1.4 — Net income attributable to Somnigroup International Inc. $ 384.1 5.2 % $ 384.3 7.8 % Earnings per common share: Basic $ 1.86 $ 2.21 Diluted $ 1.84 $ 2.16 Weighted average common shares outstanding: Basic 206.0 173.6 Diluted 209.2 178.2 20 Table of Contents NET SALES Year Ended December 31, Consolidated Mattress Firm Tempur Sealy North America Tempur Sealy International (in millions) 2025 2024 2025 2024 2025 2024 2025 2024 Net sales by channel Direct $ 4,745.9 $ 1,229.3 $ 3,505.4 $ — $ 437.6 $ 513.7 $ 802.9 $ 715.6 Wholesale 2,730.6 3,701.6 — — 2,263.6 3,275.2 467.0 426.4 Total net sales $ 7,476.5 $ 4,930.9 $ 3,505.4 $ — $ 2,701.2 $ 3,788.9 $ 1,269.9 $ 1,142.0 Net sales increased 51.6%, and on a constant currency basis increased 51.1%.
Key Highlights Year Ended December 31, (in millions, except percentages and per common share amounts) 2024 2023 % Change Net sales $ 4,930.9 $ 4,925.4 0.1 % Net income $ 384.3 $ 368.1 4.4 % Adjusted net income (1) $ 455.1 $ 425.6 6.9 % EPS $ 2.16 $ 2.08 3.8 % Adjusted EPS (1) $ 2.55 $ 2.40 6.3 % (1) Non-GAAP financial measure.
Key Highlights Year Ended December 31, (in millions, except percentages and per common share amounts) 2025 2024 % Change % Change Constant Currency (1) Net sales $ 7,476.5 $ 4,930.9 51.6 % 51.1 % Net income $ 384.1 $ 384.3 (0.1) % (1.1) % Adjusted net income (1) $ 565.3 $ 455.1 24.2 % 23.3 % EPS $ 1.84 $ 2.16 (14.8) % (15.7) % Adjusted EPS (1) $ 2.70 $ 2.55 5.9 % 5.1 % 27 Table of Contents (1) Non-GAAP financial measure.
The increase in operating expenses was primarily driven by incremental bad debt expense related to retailer bankruptcies and investments in growth initiatives, partially offset by decreases in advertising. • International operating expenses increased $30.0 million, or 6.8%, and was flat as a percentage of net sales.
The decrease in operating expenses was primarily driven by decreases in bad debt expense related to retailer bankruptcies and other selling and marketing, partially offset by investments in advertising. • Tempur Sealy International operating expenses increased $40.9 million, or 10.6%, and decreased 10 basis points as a percentage of net sales.
In 2024, we did not make any changes to our reporting units or the accounting methodology we use to assess impairment loss on goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets, which included an assessment of the impairment of goodwill for our reporting units and indefinite-lived intangible assets using a quantitative approach.
In 2025, other than the addition of the Mattress Firm reporting unit, we did not make any changes to our reporting units or the accounting methodology we use to assess impairment loss on goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets.
Unless otherwise noted, all of the financial information in this Report is consolidated financial information for the Company, excluding Mattress Firm unless otherwise noted. The forward-looking statements in this discussion regarding the mattress and pillow industries, our expectations regarding our future performance, liquidity and capital resources and other non-historical statements in this discussion are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties.
The forward-looking statements in this discussion regarding the mattress and pillow industries, our expectations regarding our future performance, liquidity and capital resources and other non-historical statements in this discussion are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties. See "Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" and Part I, ITEM 1A of this Report.
For purposes of determining total debt for financial covenant purposes, we have added these costs back to total debt, net as calculated per the Consolidated Balance Sheets. (2) Netted cash includes cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash for domestic and foreign subsidiaries designated as "Restricted Subsidiaries" in the 2023 Credit Agreement.
For purposes of determining total debt for financial covenant purposes, we have added these costs back to total debt, net as calculated per the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Our Direct channel includes company-owned stores, online and call centers. General Business and Economic Conditions We believe the bedding industry is structured for sustained growth, driven by product innovation, sleep technology advancements, consumer confidence, housing formations and population growth.
The Wholesale channel includes all product sales to third-party retailers, including third-party distribution, hospitality and healthcare. General Business and Economic Conditions We believe the bedding industry is structured for sustained growth, driven by product innovation, sleep technology advancements, consumer confidence, housing formations and population growth.
Our reporting units are our North America segment, our International segment (excluding Dreams) and Dreams. We test individual indefinite-lived intangible assets at the brand level. These assessments may be performed quantitatively or qualitatively.
Our reporting units are Mattress Firm, Tempur Sealy North America, Tempur Sealy International (excluding Dreams) and Dreams. Mattress Firm was added as a separate reporting unit upon acquisition of the business on February 5, 2025. We test individual indefinite-lived intangible assets at the brand level. These assessments may be performed quantitatively or qualitatively.
(4) In the year ended 2024, we recorded $26.7 million of transition charges as a result of a customer's acquisition which foreclosed on our OEM distribution to this customer. (5) We recorded $9.5 million of supply chain transition costs associated with the consolidation of certain manufacturing facilities in the fourth quarter and year ended 2024.
(9) In the year ended 2024, we recorded $26.7 million of transition charges as a result of a customer's acquisition which foreclosed on our OEM distribution to this customer. (10) In the year ended 2024, we recorded $3.1 million of operational start-up costs related to the capacity expansion of our manufacturing and distribution facilities in the U.S.
Both consolidated indebtedness and adjusted EBITDA as used in discussion of the 2023 Credit Agreement are terms that are not recognized under GAAP and do not purport to be alternatives to net income as a measure of operating performance or total debt.
Both consolidated indebtedness and adjusted EBITDA as used in discussion of the 2023 Credit Agreement are terms that are not recognized under GAAP and do not purport to be alternatives to net income as a measure of operating performance or total debt. 25 Table of Contents Share Repurchase Program Our Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program in 2016 pursuant to which we were authorized to repurchase shares of our common stock, and the Board of Directors has authorized increases to this authorization from time to time.
We currently expect our 2025 capital expenditures to be approximately $250 million, including $50 million of investments to refresh Mattress Firm stores. Indebtedness Our total debt increased to $3,844.5 million as of December 31, 2024 from $2,593.6 million as of December 31, 2023. Total availability under our revolving senior secured credit facility was $1,189.2 million as of December 31, 2024.
We currently expect our 2026 capital expenditures to be approximately $250 million, including $75 million of one-time investments to refresh Mattress Firm stores. Indebtedness Our total debt increased to $4,717.3 million as of December 31, 2025 from $3,844.5 million as of December 31, 2024.
We believe that cash flow from operations, availability under our existing credit facilities and arrangements, current cash balances and the ability to obtain other financing, if necessary, will provide adequate cash funds for our foreseeable working capital needs, necessary capital expenditures, debt service obligations and dividend payments. 25 Table of Contents Our capital allocation strategy follows a balanced approach focused on supporting the business and returning shareholder value through strategic acquisition opportunities that enhance our global competitiveness, as well as quarterly dividends and opportunistic share repurchases.
We believe that cash flow from operations, availability under our existing credit facilities and arrangements, current cash balances and the ability to obtain other financing, if necessary, will provide adequate cash funds for our foreseeable working capital needs, necessary capital expenditures, debt service obligations, share repurchases and dividend payments.
As of December 31, 2024, we had $3,844.5 million in total debt outstanding and consolidated indebtedness less netted cash, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, of $2,134.8 million. Leverage based on the ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, was 2.31 times for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Leverage based on the ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, was 3.21 times for the year ended December 31, 2025. We currently expect our target leverage ratio to return to 2.0 to 3.0 times in the first half of 2026.
(4) Uncertain tax positions are excluded from this table given the timing of payments cannot be reasonably estimated.
(3) The payments due for finance lease obligations excludes $16.8 million in future payments for interest. (4) Uncertain tax positions are excluded from this table given the timing of payments cannot be reasonably estimated.
Year Ended December 31, (in millions, except per common share amounts) 2024 2023 Net income $ 384.3 $ 368.1 Transaction costs (1) 47.8 49.0 Customer-related transition charges (2) 26.7 — Transaction related interest expense, net (3) 9.8 — Supply chain transition costs (4) 9.5 — Operational start-up costs (5) 3.1 10.4 Cybersecurity event (6) (4.9) 14.3 Fair value remeasurement (7) — 11.0 Loss on extinguishment of debt (8) — 3.2 ERP system transition (9) — 3.2 Danish tax matter (10) — (10.2) Adjusted income tax provision (11) (21.2) (23.4) Adjusted net income $ 455.1 $ 425.6 Adjusted earnings per share, diluted $ 2.55 $ 2.40 Diluted shares outstanding 178.2 177.3 27 Table of Contents (1) We recorded $47.8 million of transaction costs, primarily related to legal and professional fees associated with the acquisition of Mattress Firm in the year ended 2024.
Year Ended December 31, (in millions, except per common share amounts) 2025 2024 Net income $ 384.1 $ 384.3 Acquisition-related costs (1) 114.2 — Transaction costs (2) 56.0 47.8 Business combination charges (3) 53.8 — Loss on disposal of business (4) 13.9 — Supply chain transition costs (5) 12.1 9.5 Disposition-related costs (6) 10.5 — Transaction-related interest expense, net (7) 6.8 9.8 Cloud-based computing arrangements impairment (8) 6.2 — Customer-related transition charges (9) — 26.7 Operational start-up costs (10) — 3.1 Cybersecurity event (11) — (4.9) Adjusted income tax provision (12) (92.3) (21.2) Adjusted net income $ 565.3 $ 455.1 Adjusted earnings per share, diluted $ 2.70 $ 2.55 Diluted shares outstanding 209.2 178.2 28 Table of Contents (1) In the year ended 2025, we recognized $114.2 million of acquisition-related costs following the Mattress Firm Acquisition, primarily related to one-time business combination accounting and purchase price allocation adjustments, professional fees and restructuring costs.
Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2024 2023 Net cash provided by (used in) continuing operations: Operating activities $ 666.5 $ 570.3 Investing activities (96.7) (187.8) Financing activities 1,077.4 (384.3) Cash provided by operating activities increased $96.2 million in 2024 as compared to 2023.
Year Ended December 31, (in millions) 2025 2024 Net cash provided by (used in) continuing operations: Operating activities $ 800.1 $ 666.5 Investing activities (3,024.3) (96.7) Financing activities 616.9 1,077.4 Cash provided by operating activities increased $133.6 million in 2025 as compared to 2024, primarily driven by the Mattress Firm Acquisition and strong operational performance.
The following table sets forth the reconciliation of our reported gross profit and operating income (expense) to the calculation of adjusted gross profit and adjusted operating income (expense) for the year ended December 31, 2024.
(7) In the year ended 2025, we recorded $6.2 million of impairment charges related to certain cloud-based computing arrangements. 30 Table of Contents The following table sets forth the reconciliation of our reported gross profit and operating income (expense) to the calculation of adjusted gross profit and adjusted operating income (expense) for the year ended December 31, 2024.
In 2024, we operated in two segments: North America and International. These segments are strategic business units that are managed separately based on geography. Our North America segment consists of manufacturing, distribution and retail subsidiaries and licensees located in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
We operate in three segments: Mattress Firm, Tempur Sealy North America and Tempur Sealy International. These segments are strategic business units that are managed separately. Our Mattress Firm segment consists of retail stores and distribution centers located in the U.S.
If sales of our value priced products increase relative to sales of our premium products, our gross margins will be negatively impacted in both our North America and International segments.
Our value products have a significantly lower gross margin than our premium products. If sales of our value priced products increase relative to sales of our premium products, our gross margins will be negatively impacted across all segments.
Principal uses of funds consist of payments of principal and interest on our debt facilities, share repurchases, capital expenditures and working capital needs.
Principal uses of funds consist of payments of principal and interest on our debt facilities, share repurchases, capital expenditures and working capital needs. Cash and Working Capital Cash and cash equivalents were $134.9 million and $117.4 million, as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
Additionally, we repurchased shares of our common stock to satisfy tax withholding obligations upon the vesting of our long-term incentive plans for $43.8 million in 2024 as compared to $36.0 million in 2023. Capital Expenditures Capital expenditures were $97.3 million and $185.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
We repurchased shares of our common stock to satisfy tax withholding obligations upon the vesting of our long-term incentive plans for $132.4 million in 2025 as compared to $43.8 million in 2024. Additionally, we paid dividends to shareholders of $127.4 million in 2025 as compared to $92.7 million in 2024.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, our adjustments to net income when calculating adjusted EBITDA did not exceed the allowable amount under the 2023 Credit Agreement. The ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA was 2.31 times for the trailing twelve months ended December 31, 2024.
Under the 2023 Credit Agreement, the definition of adjusted EBITDA contains certain restrictions that limit adjustments to net income when calculating adjusted EBITDA. For the year ended December 31, 2025, our adjustments to net income when calculating adjusted EBITDA did not exceed the allowable amount under the 2023 Credit Agreement.
The primary drivers of changes in operating expenses by segment are discussed below: • North America operating expenses increased $24.3 million, or 2.7%, and increased 100 basis points as a percentage of net sales.
The primary drivers of changes in operating expenses by segment are discussed below: • Mattress Firm operating expenses were $976.8 million for the stub period. • Tempur Sealy North America operating expenses decreased $33.9 million, or 4.0%, and increased 780 basis points as a percentage of net sales.
The 2023 Credit Agreement requires us to maintain a ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA of less than 5.00 times. The following table sets forth the reconciliation of our reported total debt to the calculation of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash as of December 31, 2024 and 2023.
The following table sets forth the reconciliation of our reported total debt to the calculation of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash as of December 31, 2025 and 2024. "Consolidated Indebtedness" and "Netted Cash" are terms used in the 2023 Credit Agreement for purposes of certain financial covenants.
Dollar or other major foreign currencies is not material to our overall liquidity or financial position. 23 Table of Contents Cash Provided by (Used in) Continuing Operations The table below presents net cash provided by (used in) operating, investing and financing activities from continuing operations for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
Cash Provided by (Used in) Continuing Operations The table below presents net cash provided by (used in) operating, investing and financing activities from continuing operations for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
OPERATING INCOME Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 Margin Change (in millions, except percentages) Operating Income Operating Margin Operating Income Operating Margin 2024 vs 2023 North America $ 612.1 16.2 % $ 643.1 16.7 % (0.5) % International 194.9 17.1 % 170.9 16.0 % 1.1 % 807.0 814.0 Corporate expenses (172.8) (206.8) Total operating income $ 634.2 12.9 % $ 607.2 12.3 % 0.6 % 22 Table of Contents Operating income increased $27.0 million and operating margin improved 60 basis points.
Research and development expenses for the year ended December 31, 2025 were $32.9 million as compared to $30.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, an increase of $2.1 million, or 6.8%. 22 Table of Contents OPERATING INCOME Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 Margin Change (in millions, except percentages) Operating Income Operating Margin Operating Income Operating Margin 2025 vs 2024 Mattress Firm $ 190.8 5.4 % $ — — % 5.4 % Tempur Sealy North America 553.3 20.5 % 612.1 16.2 % 4.3 % Tempur Sealy International 221.2 17.4 % 194.9 17.1 % 0.3 % 965.3 807.0 Corporate expenses (210.4) (172.8) Total operating income $ 754.9 10.1 % $ 634.2 12.9 % (2.8) % Operating income increased $120.7 million and operating margin declined 280 basis points.
See "Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" and Part I, ITEM 1A of this Report. Our actual results may differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements.
Our actual results may differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements.
Acquisition of Mattress Firm On February 5, 2025, we completed the acquisition of Mattress Firm for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $5.1 billion, net of cash acquired of $0.3 billion.
We expect to outperform the bedding industry as a result of our investments in new product launches and continued investments in innovation, quality, advertising and customer service. Acquisition of Mattress Firm On February 5, 2025, we completed the acquisition of Mattress Firm for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $5.1 billion, net of cash acquired of $0.3 billion.
The amount of cash and cash equivalents held by subsidiaries outside of the U.S. and not readily convertible into the U.S.
The amount of cash and cash equivalents held by subsidiaries outside of the U.S. and not readily convertible into the U.S. dollar or other major foreign currencies is not material to our overall liquidity or financial position.