Custom Truck One Source, Inc. (CTOS) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.07 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.11 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.15 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -36.36%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post earnings of $0.05 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.04, delivering a surprise of -20%.Over the last four quarters, ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported Q4 2023 revenue of $522 million, a 7% increase compared to Q4 2022, and total revenue for 2023 reached $1.865 billion, up 19% year-over-year [50][56] - Net income for Q4 was over $16 million, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of positive net income, with a total of $51 million for 2023, reflecting a 30% increase from 2022 [39][56] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $118 million, with a total of $427 million for 2023, representing a 9% increase compared to the previous year [56] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The TES segment achieved 21% revenue growth in Q4 and 29% for the full year, with gross margin improvement of 150 basis points [31][42] - The ERS segment experienced 10% growth for the full year, ending with $726 million in revenue, while adjusted gross profit for ERS was $409 million for 2023, up 3% from 2022 [40][56] - The APS business posted revenue of $38 million in Q4 and $149 million for the full year, a 5% increase compared to 2022 [62] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Approximately 60% of revenue comes from the utility end market, driven by electricity load growth in the U.S. due to data center development and electrification trends [32] - TES backlog ended the quarter at just under $690 million, down from a peak of over 12 months in early 2023, indicating a normalization trend [61] - Average utilization of the rental fleet was just under 78% in Q4 and over 80% for the full year, reflecting strong performance despite some headwinds [59] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is expanding its geographic footprint by opening new locations in the Western U.S. to better serve customer demand [15][35] - A strategic decision was made to invest in inventory to meet anticipated demand, with expectations to generate over $100 million in levered free cash flow in 2024 [14][8] - The company aims to achieve a net leverage ratio of less than 3x by the end of the fiscal year, focusing on profitable growth [14][63] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that while there are near-term headwinds in utility end markets due to supply chain issues and project timing, long-term demand remains strong [45][74] - The company anticipates continued growth in 2024, projecting total revenue between $2 billion and $2.18 billion, with adjusted EBITDA in the range of $440 million to $470 million [16][55] - Management expressed confidence in the ongoing demand for infrastructure projects, particularly as federal infrastructure investment begins to flow [51][52] Other Important Information - The company has repurchased approximately $49.5 million of its stock since initiating the stock repurchase program in Q3 2022 [44] - The company expects to continue investing in its rental fleet in 2024, with a focus on mid-single-digit growth in net OEC [76] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the expectations for TES backlog? - Management indicated that while backlog has ticked down due to normalizing supply chains, they expect good order volume to continue, though backlog may decrease further [10][11] Question: How is the company approaching CapEx for 2024? - The company plans to maintain gross CapEx around $400 million, with expectations for mid-single-digit growth in net OEC [11][12] Question: What are the drivers behind the supply chain delays? - Management identified regulatory approvals, supply chain issues, and funding costs as key factors contributing to delays in transmission projects [73][74]

Financial Performance - Full year 2023 revenue reached $1865 million, a 19% increase compared to 2022[10] - Adjusted Gross Profit for 2023 was $625 million, up 13% from 2022[10] - Adjusted EBITDA for 2023 totaled $427 million, a 9% increase year-over-year[6, 10] - Q4 2023 revenue was $522 million, marking a record quarterly revenue[11] Business Segments - Equipment Rental Solutions (ERS) revenue increased by 10% compared to 2022[10] - Truck & Equipment Sales (TES) revenue increased significantly by 29% compared to 2022[10] - Aftermarket Parts & Service (APS) revenue saw a 5% increase compared to 2022[10] - TES new sales backlog stands at $689 million, representing just over 8 months of production[22] Market Dynamics and Outlook - The company anticipates revenue between $2 billion and $218 billion for 2024, representing growth of 7% to 17%[70] - Adjusted EBITDA is projected to be between $440 million and $470 million in 2024, indicating growth of 3% to 10%[70] - The company's fleet OEC (Original Equipment Cost) is $146 billion[8]

KANSAS CITY, Mo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Custom Truck One Source, Inc. (NYSE: CTOS), a leading provider of specialty equipment to the electric utility, telecom, rail, and other infrastructure-related end markets, today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023. CTOS Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Highlights Total quarterly revenue of $521.8 million and annual revenue of $1,865.1 million, as a result of continued strong demand across our end markets Quarterly gross ...

Financial Performance - For the year ended December 31, 2023, total revenue for the Equipment Rental Solutions (ERS) segment increased to $990,425,000 from $770,195,000 in 2022, representing a growth of 28.5%[201]. - Gross profit for the ERS segment rose to $172,786,000 in 2023, up from $122,510,000 in 2022, reflecting a significant increase driven by higher rental revenues and equipment sales[200]. - Total revenue for the Aftermarket Parts and Services (APS) segment also increased in 2023, driven by growth in demand for parts, tools, and accessories sales, as well as increased rentals in the Parts, Tools, and Accessories division[203]. - Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2023, was $426,930,000, an increase of 8.6% from $392,978,000 in 2022[212]. - Net income for the year ended December 31, 2023, was $50,712,000, representing a 30.3% increase from $38,905,000 in 2022[212]. - Total revenue for 2023 reached $1,865,100,000, a 18.5% increase from $1,573,086,000 in 2022[296]. - Rental revenue increased to $478,910,000 in 2023, up from $464,039,000 in 2022, reflecting a growth of 1.9%[296]. - Equipment sales surged to $1,253,453,000, a 27.6% increase compared to $982,341,000 in 2022[296]. - Gross profit for 2023 was $454,260,000, representing a 18.4% increase from $383,748,000 in 2022[296]. - Operating income improved to $170,948,000 in 2023, compared to $103,308,000 in 2022, marking a 65.3% increase[296]. - Net income for 2023 was $50,712,000, up from $38,905,000 in 2022, indicating a growth of 30.1%[296]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - Net cash used in operating activities was $30.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to $45.968 million provided in 2022[218]. - Net cash used in investing activities was $176.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, a decrease from $218.9 million in 2022[248]. - Net cash provided by financing activities increased to $202.9 million in 2023 from $153.9 million in 2022, primarily due to an increase in borrowings under revolving credit facilities[249]. - As of December 31, 2023, the company had cash and cash equivalents of $10.3 million, down from $14.4 million in 2022[237]. - The company reported a Net Leverage Ratio of 3.53 as of December 31, 2023, slightly up from 3.51 in 2022[214]. - The company has floor plan payables of $662.3 million as of December 31, 2023, which are collateralized by inventory[216]. - Future contractual cash requirements include minimum operating lease obligations of $8.8 million and debt principal and interest payments totaling $109.8 million[215]. - The company’s net debt increased to $1.507 billion as of December 31, 2023, from $1.380 billion in 2022[214]. - The total cash requirements for notes payable and loans are $8.0 million short-term and $1.509 billion long-term as of December 31, 2023[245]. Market and Growth Opportunities - The company estimates the addressable market to be approximately $65 billion, with segments including $20.4 billion in new sales, $23.2 billion in aftermarket parts and services, and $21.4 billion in rental and used sales[205]. - The company plans to capitalize on favorable trends across a large addressable market, particularly in fragmented industries, to increase market share[205]. - The company aims to increase penetration of aftermarket parts and services through expanded product offerings and enhanced service capabilities[206]. - The company operates in three reporting segments: Equipment Rental Solutions, Truck and Equipment Sales, and Aftermarket Parts and Services[344]. Assets and Liabilities - As of December 31, 2023, the company's total assets amounted to $3,367.8 million, an increase from $2,938.2 million in 2022, reflecting a growth of approximately 14.6%[273]. - The company's goodwill was reported at $704.0 million, with $498.8 million assigned to the Equipment Rental Solutions (ERS) reporting unit and $37.9 million to the Aftermarket Parts and Services (APS) reporting unit[269]. - The company's current assets totaled $1,265.9 million, significantly up from $868.2 million in the previous year, indicating a growth of approximately 45.7%[273]. - The total long-term liabilities increased to $1,553.2 million from $1,414.9 million, reflecting a rise of about 9.8%[273]. - The company's accounts receivable, net, rose to $215.1 million from $193.1 million, marking an increase of approximately 11.4%[273]. - The rental equipment, net, was valued at $916.7 million, slightly up from $883.7 million, indicating a growth of about 3.7%[273]. Interest and Debt Management - The company reported a 24.2% increase in interest expense, rising to $94,694,000 in 2023 from $76,265,000 in 2022[212]. - Interest paid increased to $122.868 million in 2023 from $81.177 million in 2022, representing a 51% increase[300]. - The company has $1,214.7 million in aggregate principal amount of variable rate debt as of December 31, 2023, with interest rate changes impacting future net income and cash flows[383]. - Each one-eighth percentage point increase or decrease in applicable interest rates would change the company's interest expense by approximately $1.5 million on an annual basis[383]. Operational Insights - The company’s operating model and variable cost structure enable it to sustain high margins and strong cash flow generation throughout various economic cycles[198]. - The company is engaged in providing a range of services and products through rentals and sales of specialty equipment, aftermarket parts, and related services[371]. - The rental fleet comprised more than 10,300 units as of December 31, 2023, supporting diverse customer needs across multiple end-markets[304]. - The rental fleet comprised more than 10,300 units with an average unit age of approximately 3.5 years[332]. Regulatory and Compliance - The company is subject to complex laws and regulations, including environmental and safety regulations that can adversely affect costs[330]. - The company established a Code of Conduct to ensure employees understand the commitment to operate honestly and ethically[365]. Social Responsibility - In 2023, the company provided 20 paid internship opportunities to students from various vocational high school and university programs[364].

Custom Truck One Source, Inc. Reports Record Results for Full-Year 2023 • Total quarterly revenue of $521.8 million and annual revenue of $1,865.1 million, as a result of continued strong demand across our end markets • Quarterly gross profit of $126.8 million, a decrease of $1.5 million, or 1.2%, compared to $128.3 million for fourth quarter 2022 and annual gross profit of $454.3 million, an increase of $70.5 million, or 18.4%, compared to $383.7 million for 2022 • Adjusted gross profit increased 1.2% to $ ...

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q3 2023 was $434 million, representing a 21% increase compared to Q3 2022 [31][122] - Adjusted gross profit was $150 million, up 14% year-over-year, resulting in an adjusted gross margin of over 34% [31][122] - Adjusted EBITDA reached $100 million, a 9% improvement compared to Q3 of last year [31][122] - Net income for the quarter was $9.2 million, marking the fourth consecutive quarter of positive net income [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The ERS segment reported rental revenue of $115 million, a 3% increase versus Q3 2022, with used equipment sales at $52 million, up almost 41% year-over-year [117] - TES segment revenues were $231 million, up 33% from Q3 2022, with gross profit increasing by more than 46% [16][34] - APS business posted revenue of $36 million, up 4% versus Q3 of last year, with an adjusted gross profit margin of 28% [41] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average utilization for the rental fleet was just under 79%, with a sequential improvement to over 81% by the end of Q3 [9][38] - Backlog ended the quarter at $779 million, a 10% increase compared to the previous year [34][40] - Year-to-date, realized rental rates on core products were up 7% compared to the same period in 2022 [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company continues to focus on optimizing production capacity and service footprint to meet customer expectations [11] - Strategic investments in the rental fleet are ongoing, with a reduction in fleet age to 3.5 years, believed to be the youngest in the industry [10][59] - The company is increasing its projected total revenue guidance range to $1.765 billion to $1.87 billion, affirming adjusted EBITDA guidance of $425 million to $445 million [19][36] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that while there has been volatility among utility customers impacting Q3 results, long-term growth opportunities remain compelling [8] - The company expects continued strong demand for new equipment sales and rental fleet performance, with favorable end market dynamics [12][32] - Supply chain improvements and robust customer demand are anticipated to support strong revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth moving forward [12][31] Other Important Information - The company has repurchased approximately $30.6 million of its stock, including $15.8 million in the quarter [41] - Borrowings under the ABL at the end of Q3 were flat at $492 million, with net leverage improving to 3.3x [18][42] - The company is experiencing mixed inflation impacts, with some raw material costs decreasing while others remain elevated [111] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the visibility for the utility end market? - Management expects improvement in the utility end market by the end of the year, with compelling long-term demand despite current supply chain delays [23][24] Question: Can you elaborate on the fourth quarter outlook for rental revenue? - Management feels positive about overall rental performance, with expectations for utilization to remain consistent with Q3 levels [45][46] Question: What is the status of inventory levels? - Inventory has increased sequentially, with a mix of finished goods and work-in-progress, and is expected to normalize over time [67][68] Question: Why is the company selling used equipment despite high demand? - Selling used equipment is part of the strategy to manage fleet age and optimize capital deployment, with a focus on maintaining a healthy return on invested capital [70][80] Question: What are the implications of the new production facilities? - New production facilities are performing well, with high levels of output, and additional locations are planned for 2024 to expand service capabilities [92][93]

26 Supplementary Segment Data — TES | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |-------------------------|-------|---------|-------|-------|-------|-------|-------|-------|-------|-------|-------|-------|-------|-------| | (in $ millions) | Q1 22 | | | Q2 22 | | Q3 22 | | Q4 22 | | Q1 23 | | Q2 23 | Q3 23 | | | Equipment sales | $ | 168 $ | | 181 | $ | 174 | $ | 247 | $ | 209 | $ | 251 | $ | 231 | | Cost of equipment sales | | 144 | | 154 | | 147 | | 203 | | ...

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 _______________________________ FORM 10-Q _______________________________ ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 ☐ 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: 001-38186 _______________________________ CUSTOM TRUCK ONE ...