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GrafTech International(EAF) - 2022 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-05-06 15:46
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net income for Q1 2022 totaled $124 million, translating to $0.47 GAAP earnings per share and $0.48 adjusted earnings per share, reflecting strong financial performance [20] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2022 was $170 million, an increase of $15 million year-over-year, resulting in an adjusted EBITDA margin of 46% [20] - Operating cash flow generated in Q1 2022 was $146 million, with adjusted free cash flow at $130 million, both representing a year-over-year increase of 20% [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company sold 43,000 metric tons of electrodes in Q1 2022, a 16% increase compared to the prior year [15] - Average non-LTA pricing rose by 19% in Q1 2022 compared to Q4 2021, following a 10% sequential increase in the previous quarter [11] - Production reached 46,000 metric tons for the second consecutive quarter, marking a 28% year-over-year increase [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - First quarter global steel production, excluding China, was essentially flat year-over-year, with healthy capacity utilization rates particularly in North America [10] - The demand for petroleum needle coke, a key raw material for graphite electrodes, is expected to expand due to its use in electric vehicle batteries [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on leveraging its vertical integration into petroleum needle coke as a competitive advantage, which supports higher electrode pricing [9] - GrafTech aims to capitalize on the growing demand for electric arc furnace (EAF) steelmaking, which is more cost-effective and environmentally friendly [27] - The company is committed to a disciplined capital allocation strategy, including debt reduction and stock repurchases, while investing in operational improvements [24][28] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the ongoing trends in the graphite electrode market, driven by strong demand and pricing [8][26] - The company anticipates that the electric arc furnace segment will continue to grow, contributing to the decarbonization of the steel industry [27] - Management acknowledged inflationary pressures but indicated confidence in managing costs due to strong supplier relationships and vertical integration [21][22] Other Important Information - The company has provided force majeure notices for certain LTAs serving customers in Russia due to the conflict, resulting in a shift of contracted volumes to 2023-2024 [12] - GrafTech's balance sheet was strengthened with a $70 million reduction in term loans during Q1 2022, improving the debt-to-adjusted EBITDA ratio to 1.4 times [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: Current pricing environment for spot sales - Management refrained from providing guidance beyond Q2 but acknowledged the pricing environment as consistent with expectations [31] Question: Evidence of inventory builds globally - Management indicated it is too early to point to significant inventory builds globally, as the American market remains strong [32] Question: Update on expanding petroleum needle coke production for EV market - Management confirmed ongoing studies regarding potential expansion into the EV market but did not provide further details [33] Question: European market development and strategy changes - Management continues to monitor the situation in Europe but has not changed its strategy, focusing on regional strengths and pricing opportunities [37] Question: Demand uptake from the EV anode market - Management is evaluating opportunities in the EV market but did not provide specific statistics at this time [39] Question: Plans for deploying free cash flow - Management emphasized a disciplined capital allocation strategy, focusing on debt reduction and returning capital to shareholders [58] Question: Update on CEO succession planning - Management confirmed that a global search for a new CEO is underway [61]
GrafTech International(EAF) - 2022 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2022-05-05 16:00
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per share EAF New York Stock Exchange FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 OR ☐TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 for the transition perio ...
GrafTech International(EAF) - 2021 Q4 - Annual Report
2022-02-21 16:00
Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share EAF New York Stock Exchange UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 for the transition period from to Commission f ...
GrafTech International(EAF) - 2021 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-02-04 20:09
Start Time: 10:00 January 1, 0000 10:45 AM ET GrafTech International Ltd. (NYSE:EAF) Q4 2021 Earnings Conference Call February 04, 2022, 10:00 AM ET Company Participants David Rintoul - President and CEO Timothy Flanagan - CFO, VP Finance and Treasurer Quinn Coburn - SVP Jeremy Halford - EVP, COO Adam Dible - Assistant Controller and Chief Accounting Officer Conference Call Participants David Gagliano - BMO Capital Markets Arun Viswanathan - RBC Capital Markets Alex Hacking - Citi Michael Glick - JPMorgan O ...
GrafTech International(EAF) - 2021 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-11-05 18:09
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net income for Q3 2021 totaled $120 million, or $0.45 per GAAP earnings per share, with adjusted EBITDA of $172 million, reflecting a $19 million increase compared to Q3 2020 and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 50% [19][20] - Operating cash flow was strong at $134 million, with adjusted free cash flow of $125 million, achieving a 73% conversion rate of adjusted EBITDA to adjusted free cash flow [20][21] - Total debt was reduced by $100 million in Q3, with a year-to-date reduction of $300 million, resulting in a total debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 1.7 times [21][22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales volumes of graphite electrodes reached 43,000 metric tons in Q3 2021, up 30% compared to Q3 2020, with shipments comprising 28,000 metric tons under long-term agreements (LTAs) at an average price of approximately $9,500 per metric ton and 15,000 metric tons of non-LTA sales at an average price of approximately $4,600 per metric ton [12][19] - Non-LTA prices increased by 12% in Q3 compared to Q2, with expectations for an additional increase of 7% to 9% in Q4 [10][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The global steel manufacturing utilization rate outside of China was 74% in Q3 2021, consistent with 75% in Q2 and a 15% improvement compared to Q3 2020 [6] - US steel industry utilization rates improved to 85% in Q3 from 82% in Q2 2021, compared to 65% in the prior year quarter [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on enhancing its capital allocation strategy, which includes returning capital to shareholders while investing in business and reducing debt [24][26] - GrafTech aims to leverage its competitive advantages, including a low-cost structure and vertical integration into key raw materials, to position itself for long-term growth [27] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ability to manage through inflationary pressures and global supply chain challenges, while anticipating significantly higher graphite electrode prices in 2022 [7][8][25] - The company expects strong demand for graphite electrodes to continue, driven by the recovery in the steel industry and the growth of electric arc furnaces [25][27] Other Important Information - The company announced a new $150 million open market stock repurchase program, bringing the total authorized repurchase amount to $163 million [22][23] - A succession plan for the CFO was discussed, with Tim Flanagan set to replace Quinn Coburn, who will retire next year [4] Q&A Session Summary Question: Near-term pricing and volume pricing details - The CFO clarified that 75% of non-LTA business in Q3 was based on prior negotiations, leading to a larger percentage increase in pricing than reported [30][31] Question: Cost expectations for Q4 - The CFO indicated that total cost increases in Q4 are expected to be similar to previous quarters, around 1.5% to 2% [36] Question: Commercial strategy for next year - Management discussed the mix of annual, semi-annual, and quarterly agreements in the order book for next year, emphasizing the reset in pricing due to improved market conditions [40][42] Question: Needle coke availability and pricing - Management acknowledged tightness in the needle coke market and expected upward pressure on prices due to increased demand from various sectors, including EV production [46][59] Question: Contracting environment and customer expectations - Management noted that discussions regarding existing LTAs would likely not occur until late 2022, as customers are hedged and waiting to see market conditions [50][52]
GrafTech International(EAF) - 2021 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2021-11-04 16:00
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per share EAF New York Stock Exchange FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 for the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 OR ☐TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 for the transition p ...
GrafTech International(EAF) - 2021 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2021-08-05 16:00
PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION [Item 1. Financial Statements](index=5&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements) The company presents its unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for the periods ended June 30, 2021 [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) Total assets decreased slightly to $1.40 billion, driven by debt repayment and a reduction in cash | Account | June 30, 2021 ($ in thousands) | Dec 31, 2020 ($ in thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Current Assets** | 604,340 | 629,167 | | **Total Assets** | **1,397,140** | **1,432,712** | | **Total Current Liabilities** | 215,429 | 198,093 | | **Long-term Debt** | 1,224,897 | 1,420,000 | | **Total Liabilities** | 1,573,700 | 1,762,097 | | **Total Stockholders' Deficit** | (176,560) | (329,385) | | **Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity** | **1,397,140** | **1,432,712** | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income](index=6&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations%20and%20Comprehensive%20Income) Net sales increased while net income significantly decreased due to higher selling and administrative expenses | Metric | Q2 2021 ($ in thousands) | Q2 2020 ($ in thousands) | H1 2021 ($ in thousands) | H1 2020 ($ in thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net Sales** | 330,750 | 280,718 | 635,147 | 599,364 | | **Gross Profit** | 128,883 | 150,118 | 286,884 | 329,847 | | **Operating Profit** | 52,082 | 133,407 | 188,961 | 297,492 | | **Net Income** | **28,165** | **92,776** | **126,964** | **215,044** | | **Diluted EPS** | $0.11 | $0.35 | $0.47 | $0.80 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Net cash from operating activities decreased, while cash used in financing increased due to debt repayments | Cash Flow Activity | H1 2021 ($ in thousands) | H1 2020 ($ in thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net cash provided by operating activities** | 208,755 | 287,656 | | **Net cash used in investing activities** | (25,833) | (24,290) | | **Net cash used in financing activities** | (214,612) | (155,729) | | **Net change in cash and cash equivalents** | (31,690) | 107,637 | [Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=10&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) Notes detail a 'Change in Control' event from Brookfield's reduced ownership, which triggered a one-time expense - Brookfield's ownership of GrafTech common stock decreased from 55.3% as of December 31, 2020, to **23.9% as of June 30, 2021**[45](index=45&type=chunk) - The company's only reportable segment is **Industrial Materials**, which comprises graphite electrodes and petroleum needle coke products[46](index=46&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=26&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses strong sales volume growth, the impact of one-time charges, and a positive outlook [Commercial Update and Outlook](index=26&type=section&id=Commercial%20Update%20and%20Outlook) Sales volumes increased significantly year-over-year, with expectations of improving non-LTA pricing | Metric | Q2 2021 | Q1 2021 | Q2 2020 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Sales Volume (kMT)** | 43 | 37 | 31 | | **Production Volume (kMT)** | 44 | 36 | 33 | - Non-LTA prices for graphite electrodes are expected to improve in the second half of 2021, with a projected **10%-12% increase in Q3 2021** compared to Q2 2021[144](index=144&type=chunk) Estimated LTA Revenue and Volume | Period | Estimated LTA Volume (kMT) | Estimated LTA Revenue (millions) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **2021** | 98-108 | $925-$1,025 | | **2022** | 95-105 | $910-$1,010 | | **2023-2024** | 35-45 | $350-$450 | [Results of Operations](index=32&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Net income declined sharply despite higher sales, primarily due to significant one-time 'Change in Control' charges Q2 2021 vs Q2 2020 Performance (in thousands) | Metric | Q2 2021 | Q2 2020 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net Sales** | $330,750 | $280,718 | 18% | | **Cost of Sales** | $201,867 | $130,600 | 55% | | **Selling & Admin Expenses** | $75,783 | $16,001 | 374% | | **Net Income** | $28,165 | $92,776 | (70)% | - The increase in Cost of Sales for Q2 2021 was driven by higher sales volume and a one-time Long-term Incentive Plan (LTIP) charge of **$30.7 million** due to a Change in Control[177](index=177&type=chunk) - The surge in Selling and Administrative expenses in Q2 2021 was primarily due to a **$42.6 million** one-time LTIP expense and **$12.9 million** in accelerated stock-based compensation expense, both resulting from the Change in Control[178](index=178&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=35&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company maintained strong liquidity and continued its strategy of prioritizing debt repayment - Total liquidity was **$360.5 million** as of June 30, 2021, comprising $114.1 million in cash and $246.4 million available under the 2018 Revolving Credit Facility[205](index=205&type=chunk) - The company repaid **$200 million** of principal on its 2018 Term Loans during the first six months of 2021 and anticipates using a majority of cash flow generated in 2021 to continue repaying debt[224](index=224&type=chunk) Cash Flow Summary (Six Months Ended June 30) | Activity | 2021 ($ in millions) | 2020 ($ in millions) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Operating Activities** | 208.8 | 287.7 | | **Investing Activities** | (25.8) | (24.3) | | **Financing Activities** | (214.6) | (155.7) | [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=40&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company actively manages market risks from interest rates, currency exchange, and energy prices using derivatives - The company manages risks related to **interest rates** (from floating-rate debt), **currency exchange rates** (from international sales and operations), and **energy commodity prices** (for manufacturing)[247](index=247&type=chunk) - A hypothetical **100 basis point (1%) increase in interest rates** would have increased interest expense by $0.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021, net of the impact from interest rate swaps[255](index=255&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2021, a **10% appreciation or depreciation of the U.S. dollar** against foreign currencies would result in a change of $6.8 million in the fair value of the foreign currency hedge portfolio[256](index=256&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=41&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2021 - Based on an evaluation as of June 30, 2021, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were **effective** at the reasonable assurance level[261](index=261&type=chunk) - **No changes occurred** during the three months ended June 30, 2021, that materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect the company's internal control over financial reporting[262](index=262&type=chunk) PART II. OTHER INFORMATION [Legal Proceedings](index=42&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in customer arbitrations over LTAs, historical wage claims, and a stockholder lawsuit - The company is in arbitration with several customers, including Aperam and ArcelorMittal, who have failed to perform under their LTAs, with claimants seeking approximately **$61.0 million** in monetary relief[266](index=266&type=chunk) - A stockholder lawsuit filed in Delaware challenges the fairness of the company's **$250 million share repurchase** from Brookfield in December 2019 and asserts claims for breach of fiduciary duty[268](index=268&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=42&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) No material changes have been made to the risk factors disclosed in the company's 2020 Annual Report - There have been **no material changes** to the Risk Factors disclosed in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on February 23, 2021[270](index=270&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sale of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=43&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sale%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) No shares were repurchased in Q2 2021, with $59.0 million remaining under the authorized program Share Repurchases in Q2 2021 | Period | Total Number of Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid per Share | Approximate Dollar Value Remaining Under Program | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | April 2021 | — | $— | $59,030,305 | | May 2021 | — | $— | $59,030,305 | | June 2021 | — | $— | $59,030,305 | | **Total** | **—** | **$—** | **$59,030,305** | [Exhibits](index=44&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists the exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including required CEO and CFO certifications - The exhibits filed with this report include certifications from the Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) and **Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act**[280](index=280&type=chunk)
GrafTech International(EAF) - 2021 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-05-05 19:12
GrafTech International Ltd. (NYSE:EAF) Q1 2021 Earnings Conference Call May 5, 2021 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Wendy Watson - Vice President of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications David Rintoul - President and Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Halford - Senior Vice President of Operations and Development Quinn Coburn - Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Curtis Woodworth - Credit Suisse AG Arun Viswanathan - RBC Capital Markets David Gagliano - B ...
GrafTech International(EAF) - 2021 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2021-05-04 16:00
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common stock, $0.01 par value per share EAF New York Stock Exchange FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2021 OR ☐TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 for the transition perio ...
GrafTech International(EAF) - 2020 Q4 - Annual Report
2021-02-22 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 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: 1-13888 GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 27-2496053 (State or other jurisdict ...