Fortune Brands Home & Security Continues Sales And Profit Growth In Second Quarter, Reaffirms Annual Outlook

The Company increased its free cash flow outlook for 2012 to be in the range of $225 million to $250 million. “Our balance sheet and free cash flow are strengthening as expected. We look forward to using this strength to drive incremental returns for shareholders,” Wyatt said.

Board of Directors Authorizes Share Repurchase Program

Separately, on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to $150 million of shares of the Company’s common stock over the next three years on the open market or in privately negotiated transactions in accordance with applicable securities laws. The purchases, if made, will occur from time to time depending on market conditions. This authorization does not obligate the Company to repurchase any dollar amount or number of shares of common stock. The authorization is in effect until July 25, 2015 and may be suspended or discontinued at any time.

“In light of our accumulation of cash, the Board has authorized this limited share repurchase program. It is part of our long term strategy to use our cash to create shareholder value through a combination of organic growth investments, making strategic acquisitions, repurchasing shares and potentially initiating a dividend,” Klein said.

About Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc.

Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc. (NYSE: FBHS), headquartered in Deerfield, Ill., creates products and services that help fulfill the dreams of homeowners and help people feel more secure. The Company’s trusted brands include Master Lock security products, MasterBrand cabinets, Moen faucets, Simonton windows and Therma-Tru entry door systems. FBHS holds market leadership positions in all of its segments. The Company’s 16,000 associates generated more than $3.3 billion in net sales in 2011. FBHS is part of the S&P MidCap 400 Index. For more information, please visit www.FBHS.com.

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