10-K annual report · filed Feb 26, 2026

DNOW Inc. (DNOW) FY2025 10-K Annual Report

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DNOW Inc. (DNOW) filed its fiscal 2025 10-K annual report with the SEC on Feb 26, 2026. It reported revenue of $2.8B (+18.8% year over year) and net income of −$89M.

  • Top risk flagged: Legal risk: Exposure to asbestos-related lawsuits with potential material adverse effects on DNOW's financials

FY2025 key financial metrics · XBRL

Revenue
$2.8B
+18.8% YoY
Net income
−$89M
−209.9% YoY
Operating margin
-3.3%
−8.1 pp YoY
Gross margin
17.0%
−5.4 pp YoY
EPS (diluted)
−$0.76
−202.7% YoY
ROE
-4.0%
−11.2 pp YoY
Operating cash flow
$155M
−48.0% YoY

Source: XBRL data from the DNOW Inc. (DNOW) FY2025 10-K on SEC EDGAR. USD.

DNOW Inc. FY2025 10-K analysis

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Business Overview

  • Core business: Distributor of energy sector products and services across Upstream, Midstream, Gas Utilities, and Downstream/Industrial markets
  • New acquisition emphasized: November 2025 acquisition of MRC Global expanding international footprint and product offerings, especially in Midstream and Gas Utilities
  • Strategic shift: Focus on energy transition investments and expanding into non-oil and gas markets like mining and data centers, partnering for new energy solutions
  • Quantitative highlight: Revenue up 18.8% to $2.82B driven by acquisitions; Midstream sector revenue grew 31%, Downstream/Industrial up 41%; adjusted gross profit increased by $102M
  • Noteworthy fact: Despite revenue gains, 2025 operating loss of $93M vs prior year $109M profit due to inventory transaction charges, LIFO inventory effects, and acquisition costs

Management Discussion & Analysis

  • Revenue not explicitly stated; key drivers include oil/gas demand, commodity prices, energy infrastructure modernization, and economic conditions
  • No cash flow, buybacks, dividends or capex amounts mentioned
  • Forward outlook highlights risks from commodity price fluctuations, supply chain disruptions, and transition to alternative energy sources

Risk Factors

  • Legal risk: Exposure to asbestos-related lawsuits with potential material adverse effects on DNOW's financials
  • Macroeconomic threat: U.S. rig count fell from 589 to 546 rigs in 2025, impacting capital expenditures and product demand
  • Supply chain vulnerability: No long-term contracts with most suppliers risks inventory shortages and cost increases
  • Competitive risk: Risk from manufacturers selling directly to customers, bypassing DNOW’s distribution channel
  • Financial risk: Dependence on acquiring additional capital with no assurance of availability on acceptable terms

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