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Ascent Industries (ACNT) - 2019 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-03-06 16:49
Synalloy Corp (SYNL) Q4 2019 Earnings Conference Call March 6, 2020 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Craig Bram - President and Chief Executive Officer Dennis Loughran - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Charles Gold - BB&T Scott & String Operator Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by and welcome to the Synalloy Fourth Quarter Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode. After the speaker presentation, there will be a question-and-answer ses ...
Ascent Industries (ACNT) - 2019 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2019-11-12 20:01
Synalloy Corp (SYNL) Q3 2019 Earnings Conference Call November 12, 2019 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Craig Bram - President, CEO & Director Dennis Loughran - SVP & CFO Conference Call Participants Operator Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by, and welcome to the Synalloy Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call. [Operator Instructions]. I would now like to hand the conference over to your speaker today, Mr. Craig Bram, President and CEO. Please go ahead, sir. Craig Bram Good morning, everyone. W ...
Ascent Industries (ACNT) - 2019 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2019-11-12 17:15
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q xQUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended September 30, 2019 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 0-19687 https://files.reportify.cc/media/production/ Synalloy Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) ...
Ascent Industries (ACNT) - 2019 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2019-08-13 18:51
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q2 2019, the company reported a GAAP-based net loss of $0.3 million or $0.03 per diluted share, compared to a profit of $3.7 million or $0.41 per share in Q2 2018 [5] - The non-GAAP adjusted net loss was $0.3 million or $0.04 per diluted share, down from adjusted net income of $6.3 million or $0.71 per diluted share in the same quarter last year [5] - Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA totaled $3.4 million or 4.3% of sales, a decline from $10.3 million or 14.4% of sales in Q2 2018 [5][6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The welded stainless steel pipe business faced temporary headwinds, leading to a downward revision in the annual forecast [8] - The addition of ASTI and its ornamental tubing products contributed positively, with sales and profit margins meeting or exceeding original forecasts [8] - The Storage Tank business in West Texas showed improved results in Q2, but new order activity slowed in July [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Oil production growth in the Permian Basin has slowed, with projections indicating a growth of only 34,000 barrels per day in August [9] - North American shipments of welded stainless steel pipe were down 24% year-over-year for the first six months of 2019 [14] - The company’s market share in the welded stainless steel pipe business increased by 200 basis points despite a 12% decline in pound shipments [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on cash flow and reducing debt, targeting net debt to be less than $65 million by year-end [19] - There is an ongoing evaluation of potential acquisitions in the metals and chemical sectors, although no transactions are imminent [19] - The company implemented a new ERP system for the ASTI unit, which has transitioned smoothly [8] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes the challenges in the welded stainless steel pipe business are temporary and expects inventory profits to return in Q4 if nickel prices hold [16] - The company anticipates that new orders will be released later in Q3, with expectations of benefiting from recent mergers in the Permian Basin [10] - Management noted that many chemical customers are reporting flat to marginal year-over-year growth, impacting the intermediate products manufactured [12] Other Important Information - The company experienced a significant inventory price change loss of $1.8 million in Q2 2019, compared to a gain of $1.1 million in Q2 2018 [6] - The company has reached an agreement with Bristol Union for a new five-year contract [18] - The company opened a data room for Privet to provide additional information, with no further comments or offers received as of the call date [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Tax rate in Q2 and first six months - The CFO explained that low income figures resulted in discrete items having a significant impact on the overall effective tax rate [22][23] Question: Impact of new tariffs on Chinese imports - Management clarified that the upcoming tariff increase would not affect any steel products [25][26] Question: EBITDA forecast for the second half - Management confirmed a forecast of approximately $14 million of EBITDA for the second half of the year [27][28]
Ascent Industries (ACNT) - 2019 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2019-08-13 17:16
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q xQUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended June 30, 2019 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 0-19687 https://files.reportify.cc/media/production/ Synalloy Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Dela ...
Ascent Industries (ACNT) - 2019 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2019-05-04 02:44
Synalloy Corporation (SYNL) Q1 2019 Earnings Conference Call April 30, 2019 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Craig Bram - President and CEO Dennis Loughran - CFO Conference Call Participants Mike Hughes - SGF Capital Operator Good day, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Synalloy Corporation's First Quarter Earnings Conference Call. [Operator Instructions] I would now like to introduce your host for today's presentation, Mr. Craig Bram, President and CEO of Synalloy Corporatio ...
Ascent Industries (ACNT) - 2019 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2019-04-30 18:44
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Registrant's telephone number, including area code) xQUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Quarterly Period Ended March 31, 2019 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 0-19687 https://files.reportify.cc/media/production/ Synalloy Corporation (Exac ...
Ascent Industries (ACNT) - 2018 Q4 - Annual Report
2019-03-18 18:17
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K xANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2018 OR ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 COMMISSION FILE NUMBER 0-19687 https://files.reportify.cc/media/production/ACN SYNALLOY CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 57-0426694 (Title of Class) Securities reg ...
Ascent Industries (ACNT) - 2018 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2019-03-05 16:33
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fourth quarter GAAP-based net income was $0.5 million or $0.06 diluted earnings per share, down from $1 million or $0.11 diluted earnings per share in Q4 2017 [6] - Fourth quarter non-GAAP adjusted net income was $2 million or $0.22 diluted earnings per share, compared to $1.2 million or $0.13 diluted earnings per share in Q4 2017 [6] - Fourth quarter non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA totaled $5.9 million or 8.1% of sales, up from $4.0 million or 7.5% of sales in the prior year [7] - Full-year adjusted EBITDA totaled $34.1 million, significantly up from $12.5 million in 2017 [7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The metals segment finished the year with profits of almost $5 million, with all gains occurring in the first three quarters of the year [12] - The chemicals segment returned to organic sales growth in 2018, with expectations for continued growth in 2019 [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Nickel prices and associated surcharges were under pressure in Q4, resulting in metal losses, but have started to rebound in 2019 with a 26% increase since the end of 2018 [12] - The backlog as of March 1 indicated about five months' worth of work, consistent with historical levels [22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company completed the acquisition of Marcegaglia's galvanized tube business in July 2018 and ASTI's assets in January 2019, which are expected to enhance operational capabilities [9] - The company is targeting revenue of $340 million for 2019, a 21% increase from 2018, with adjusted EBITDA forecasted at $34 million [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the level of business activity in the first two months of 2019 has exceeded plans in both metals and chemicals segments, indicating a solid year ahead [16] - Management expressed disappointment with the share price decline despite strong financial performance and authorized a share repurchase program [10] Other Important Information - The company experienced a mark-to-market valuation loss on investments in equity securities totaling $2.1 million in Q4 [11] - The integration of ASTI has gone smoothly, with raw material savings hitting assumptions and coordination of sales activities among stainless units underway [13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Concerns about chemical division margins - Management acknowledged that some expected product lines did not ramp up as planned in 2018, but they are seeing improvements in early 2019 [17] Question: Labor issues in the metals division - Management reported improved margins in the second half of the year and reduced turnover among welders, positively impacting throughput [20] Question: Demand levels in the Permian - Management confirmed that bookings typically pick up in the second and third quarters, with February bookings showing a nice increase [22] Question: Update on galvanizing and ornamental steel business - Management noted a significant reduction in inventory demand from customers in Q4 but has seen volume pick up in early 2019 [24] Question: Update on the IBC business - Management confirmed the signing of two long-term contracts with higher volume commitments than at the time of acquisition [28] Question: Brismet backlog status - Management indicated that the Brismet backlog is currently about $28 million [49]