Financial Performance - The company reported first-quarter 2025 net sales of $280.5 million, a 17% increase from $240.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, but a 13% decrease from $321.6 million in the first quarter of 2024 [1][2][3][14] - Net income for the first quarter of 2025 was $1.3 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $21.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 and a net income of $24.0 million in the first quarter of 2024 [1][2][3][22] - Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter of 2025 was $17.7 million, compared to $8.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 and $43.4 million in the first quarter of 2024 [1][2][3][22] Operational Insights - The company experienced a 50% increase in order backlog compared to the same period last year, driven by a solid order book and market share gains [4] - Ship tons increased to 152,900 in the first quarter of 2025, a 17% sequential increase, primarily due to higher industrial, automotive, and energy shipments [14] - Manufacturing costs decreased by $12.5 million sequentially due to increased cost absorption from higher production volume [14] Cash Flow and Liquidity - As of March 31, 2025, the company had cash and cash equivalents of $180.3 million and total liquidity of $432.0 million [7][58] - Operating cash flow was an outflow of $38.9 million, primarily due to required pension contributions totaling $52.6 million [7][8] - Capital expenditures for the first quarter were $27.5 million, including $13.9 million for government-funded projects [7][9] Market and Strategic Outlook - The company anticipates second-quarter 2025 adjusted EBITDA to be higher than in the first quarter of 2025, supported by an increasing order book and improved operational performance [11][19] - Planned capital expenditures for the full year of 2025 are approximately $125 million, including about $90 million funded by the U.S. government [19] - The company is focused on strategic investments to drive profitable growth and maintain a share repurchase program [5]

Company Overview - Metallus (NYSE: MTUS) is a leader in high-quality specialty metals, manufactured components, and supply chain solutions, with a focus on recycled scrap metal [3] - The company serves various demanding applications in industrial, automotive, aerospace & defense, and energy end-markets [3] - Metallus has been in the business of producing high-quality steel for over 100 years and employs approximately 1,880 people [3] Financial Performance - Metallus reported sales of $1.1 billion in 2024 [3] - The company is set to release its first-quarter 2025 results on May 8, 2025, after market close [1] Upcoming Events - A live conference call with the financial community is scheduled for May 9, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. ET, which will be accessible via the company's investor website [2] - A replay of the conference call will also be available on the same platform [2]

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4 2024, net sales totaled $240.5 million, a sequential increase of $13.3 million or 6% driven by higher shipments of 10,300 tons [31] - The company reported a GAAP net loss of $21.4 million in Q4, translating to a loss of $0.50 per diluted share, while the adjusted net loss was $3.3 million or $0.08 per diluted share [32] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $8.3 million, a sequential increase of $2.2 million, primarily due to higher shipments and a favorable product mix [32] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Aerospace and defense shipments increased to approximately 11,000 tons in Q4 from about 3,000 tons in Q3, with full-year sales rising by 17% to nearly $135 million [23] - Shipments to energy customers increased by 78% sequentially, although from a low base, indicating a recovery in the energy sector [16] - Automotive shipments increased by 3% sequentially, with the company targeting approximately 40% of shipments to the automotive sector in 2025 [20][21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The trade environment is expected to improve due to a new tariff of at least 25% on steel long products, which is anticipated to boost domestic demand [12][13] - The company noted a decline in shipments to industrial customers by 6% sequentially, primarily due to weakness in distribution and heavy equipment [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on enhancing customer relationships, investing in workforce training, and improving safety and efficiency in operations [7][8] - Metallus Inc. aims to grow aerospace and defense sales to over $250 million by 2026, leveraging partnerships and new product developments [27][26] - The company is committed to a capital allocation strategy that includes strategic investments and a share repurchase program to provide value to shareholders [8][42] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about an improving order book and increased shipments as they enter 2025, despite challenges in 2024 due to weak market demand [8][47] - The company anticipates first-quarter adjusted EBITDA to be higher than in Q4, with expected increases in shipments across various end markets [47] - Management highlighted the importance of safety and operational efficiency as key focus areas moving forward [29] Other Important Information - The company invested approximately $8 million in safety improvements in 2024 and plans to invest an additional $5 million in 2025 [10] - Operating cash flow for Q4 was $13.9 million, with full-year operating cash flow totaling $40.3 million [35] - The company repurchased 2 million shares for $37.6 million in 2024, reducing outstanding shares by nearly 5% [42] Q&A Session Summary Question: Demand profile in Q4 and expectations for Q1 - Management noted a healthy development in the order book driven by recapture of automotive business and restocking from distribution, with positive momentum attributed to the trade environment [56][59] Question: Expected downtime in Q1 - Management confirmed that there is no expected or planned downtime, although there were power interruptions due to severe cold weather in January [64] Question: Clarification on $80 million target and IT upgrades - Management clarified that IT transformation upgrades are independent of other investments, with ongoing support required for existing projects [66] Question: Share repurchase clarification - Management confirmed that the share count reduction is from the fourth quarter, with an average estimate of 44 million shares for 2025 [69] Question: Seasonality expectations for 2025 - Management expects a potential Q1 bump due to restocking but anticipates that demand will level out as customers secure domestic supply [76] Question: Automotive market outlook - Management sees modest increases in automotive demand in 2025, influenced by interest rates and consumer buying patterns [108]

Metallus (MTUS) Q4 2024 Earnings Call February 28, 2025 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Jennifer Beeman - Director - Communications & Investor RelationsMike Williams - President & Chief Executive OfficerKris Westbrooks - Executive Vice President & Chief Financial OfficerDave Storms - Director of Equity Research Conference Call Participants John Franzreb - Senior Equity AnalystPhilip Gibbs - Director & Equity Research Analyst Operator Good morning. My name is Audra, and I will be your conference operator to ...

Company Overview - Metallus (NYSE: MTUS) is a leader in high-quality specialty metals, manufactured components, and supply chain solutions, with a focus on recycled scrap metal [3] - The company has been in the business of producing high-quality steel for over 100 years and employs approximately 1,880 people [3] - Metallus reported sales of $1.1 billion in 2024, indicating a strong market presence [3] Financial Results - Metallus released its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 results on February 27, 2025 [1] - A live conference call to discuss these financial results is scheduled for February 28, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. ET, with access available online [2]

Company Performance - Metallus (MTUS) reported a quarterly loss of $0.08 per share, significantly missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.01, and down from earnings of $0.36 per share a year ago, representing an earnings surprise of -900% [1] - The company posted revenues of $240.5 million for the quarter ended December 2024, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.72%, and down from $328.1 million in the same quarter last year [2] - Over the last four quarters, Metallus has surpassed consensus EPS estimates only once and has not beaten consensus revenue estimates during this period [2] Stock Outlook - Metallus shares have increased by approximately 12.7% since the beginning of the year, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 1.3% [3] - The company's earnings outlook, including current consensus earnings expectations for upcoming quarters, will be crucial for investors [4] - The current consensus EPS estimate for the coming quarter is $0.02 on revenues of $269.9 million, and for the current fiscal year, it is $1.05 on revenues of $1.16 billion [7] Industry Context - The Steel - Speciality industry, to which Metallus belongs, is currently ranked in the top 20% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating a favorable outlook compared to the bottom 50% [8] - Empirical research suggests a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions, which can impact Metallus's stock performance [5]

Financial Performance - Net sales for the year ended December 31, 2024 were $1,084.0 million, a decrease of $278.4 million, or 20.4%, compared to 2023, driven by lower shipments and surcharges [164]. - Gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2024 decreased by $88.8 million, or 47.6%, due to lower shipments and higher manufacturing costs [167]. - Net income for 2024 was $1.3 million, a significant drop from $69.4 million in 2023, reflecting a decline of approximately 98.1% [275]. - Basic earnings per share decreased to $0.03 in 2024 from $1.58 in 2023, a decline of about 98.1% [275]. - Total assets decreased to $1,116.7 million in 2024 from $1,175.3 million in 2023, a reduction of approximately 5.0% [280]. - Total liabilities decreased to $426.2 million in 2024 from $443.7 million in 2023, a decline of about 4.0% [280]. - Shareholders' equity decreased to $690.5 million in 2024 from $731.6 million in 2023, reflecting a decrease of approximately 5.6% [280]. - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $240.7 million in 2024 from $280.6 million in 2023, a decline of about 14.2% [280]. - The company reported a loss on extinguishment of debt of $9.4 million in 2024, compared to $11.4 million in 2023 [275]. - Other comprehensive loss for 2024 was $4.7 million, compared to a loss of $2.3 million in 2023, indicating an increase in losses [278]. Sales and Revenue - Total net sales for 2024 were $1,084.0 million, with base sales of $864.4 million after excluding surcharges [188]. - The company reported a total of 555.5 ship tons sold in 2024, down from 683.8 ship tons in 2023 [188]. - The net sales per ton for 2024 was $1,951, compared to $1,992 in 2023, indicating a decrease in pricing power [188]. - The Company's revenue from the industrial sector for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $390.5 million, down from $533.3 million in 2023 [328]. - The aerospace and defense sector generated $134.9 million in revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $115.0 million in 2023 [328]. - Bar product sales decreased to $641.8 million in 2024 from $917.1 million in 2023, representing a decline of 30.0% [330]. Expenses and Costs - SG&A expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024 increased by $3.1 million, or 3.7%, primarily due to higher salary and benefits [170]. - The company reported stock-based compensation expense of $14.0 million in 2024, up from $11.5 million in 2023, reflecting increased employee compensation costs [286]. - Net cash provided by operating activities for 2024 was $40.3 million, a decrease from $125.3 million in 2023, primarily due to lower profitability and higher pension contributions [217]. - Net cash used by financing activities in 2024 was $68.9 million, compared to $51.9 million in 2023, mainly due to higher share repurchases and shares surrendered for taxes [219]. Capital and Investments - The Company invested $64.3 million in capital investments for improved safety and equipment automation [162]. - The company expects capital expenditures to be approximately $125 million in 2025, including about $90 million funded by the U.S. government [205]. - Capital expenditures for 2024 were $64.3 million, an increase from $51.6 million in 2023, indicating ongoing investment in production capabilities [286]. Liquidity and Debt - Total liquidity as of December 31, 2024 was $458.6 million, including cash and cash equivalents of $240.7 million [162]. - As of December 31, 2024, total liquidity available was $458.6 million, down from $539.4 million in 2023 [202]. - The company has a credit facility capacity of $400.0 million, which remains undrawn as of December 31, 2024 [191]. - The principal balance of Convertible Senior Notes due 2025 was $5.5 million as of December 31, 2024, after repurchases throughout the year [200]. - The company believes its cash balance and projected cash generated from operations will be sufficient to meet liquidity needs for at least the next twelve months [203]. - The company repurchased approximately 2.0 million common shares at a cost of $37.6 million, reducing diluted shares outstanding by 3.0 million shares [162]. Taxation - The provision for income taxes for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $3.3 million, a decrease of $23.7 million from $27.0 million in 2023, primarily due to lower pre-tax net income [183]. - The effective tax rate for 2024 was 72.2%, an increase of 44.2% compared to 28.0% in 2023 [183]. - As of December 31, 2024, the company had a net deferred tax liability of $14.3 million, down from $15.0 million in 2023 [346]. Pension and Benefits - A net loss of $10.3 million from the remeasurement of all pension and postretirement benefit plans was recognized for the year ended December 31, 2024 [178]. - Total pension contributions for 2025 are expected to be approximately $65 million, following contributions of $42.8 million in the twelve months ended December 31, 2024 [206]. - The Company's aggregate defined benefit pension and other postretirement benefit obligation was $617.2 million as of December 31, 2024, exceeding the fair value of plan assets of $446.0 million, resulting in an unfunded obligation of $171.2 million [260]. - For the year ended December 31, 2024, net periodic pension expense was $18.4 million, while postretirement benefit income was $4.0 million [240]. Company Changes and Governance - The Company changed its name to Metallus Inc. on February 26, 2024, reflecting its expertise in high-performance specialty metals [162]. - The Company has been audited by Ernst & Young LLP since 2012, with an unqualified opinion on its financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2024 [256]. - The Company adopted ASU 2023-07 for segment reporting, enhancing reportable segment disclosure requirements effective January 1, 2024 [323].

Financial Performance - Fourth-quarter 2024 net sales were $240.5 million, a 6% increase from $227.2 million in the third quarter 2024, but a 27% decrease compared to $328.1 million in the fourth quarter 2023[7][10]. - Full-year 2024 net income was $1.3 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, down from $69.4 million, or $1.47 per diluted share, in 2023; adjusted net income for 2024 was $25.1 million, or $0.57 per diluted share[9][11]. - Adjusted EBITDA for the fourth quarter 2024 was $8.3 million, while full-year adjusted EBITDA was $77.7 million, compared to $169.0 million in 2023[7][9]. - Net sales for Q4 2024 were $240.5 million, a decrease of 26.6% compared to $328.1 million in Q4 2023[25]. - Gross profit for Q4 2024 was $10.9 million, down 73.7% from $41.4 million in Q4 2023[25]. - Net loss for Q4 2024 was $21.4 million, compared to a net income of $1.3 million in Q4 2023[25]. - Basic earnings per share for Q4 2024 were $(0.50), a decline from $0.03 in Q4 2023[25]. - Total net income for the year 2024 was $1.3 million, significantly lower than $69.4 million in 2023[25]. - Adjusted net loss for the three months ended December 31, 2024, was $3.3 million, compared to an adjusted net income of $16.5 million in the same period of 2023[35]. - Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $77.7 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 7.2%[49]. Operational Metrics - Ship tons in the fourth quarter 2024 were 130,200, a 9% increase sequentially but a 17% decrease year-over-year; full-year ship tons totaled 555,500, down 19% from 2023[10][11]. - The aerospace & defense segment saw a 17% increase in net sales to $134.9 million for the full year 2024, representing 12% of total consolidated net sales[11]. - The company reported a total of 130.2 thousand ship tons for the three months ended December 31, 2024, down from 157.6 thousand ship tons in the same period of 2023, indicating a decrease of about 17.3%[60]. - Base sales for the year ended December 31, 2024, were $864.4 million, compared to $1,022.1 million in 2023, reflecting a decline of approximately 15.4%[61]. - The company’s net sales per ton for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $1,951, compared to $1,992 in 2023, a decrease of about 2.1%[61]. Costs and Expenses - Manufacturing costs increased by $10.3 million sequentially in the fourth quarter due to lower cost absorption, with melt utilization declining to 56% from 60% in the third quarter[10]. - Selling, general & administrative expenses (SG&A) for Q4 2024 were $20.4 million, slightly down from $22.7 million in Q4 2023[25]. - The company reported a loss on extinguishment of debt of $9.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2024[25]. - The company incurred a loss on extinguishment of debt amounting to $9.4 million for the three months ended December 31, 2024[49]. - Business transformation costs incurred during the year were associated with strategic evaluations for targeted growth and diversification through acquisitions[36]. - Business transformation costs for 2024 amounted to $2.0 million, reflecting the company's focus on strategic growth through acquisitions[43]. - IT transformation costs were reported at $5.1 million for 2024, aimed at modernizing legacy IT systems and reducing operating costs[44]. Liquidity and Capital Expenditures - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of 2024 were $240.7 million, with total liquidity of $458.6 million[10][12]. - Planned capital expenditures for 2025 are approximately $125 million, including $90 million funded by the U.S. government[16]. - Total liquidity as of December 31, 2024, was $458.6 million, down from $539.4 million as of December 31, 2023, a decrease of about 15%[63]. - Capital expenditures for the three months ended December 31, 2024, were $15.2 million, slightly lower than $15.4 million in the same period of 2023[29]. Balance Sheet Highlights - Total assets decreased from $1,175.3 million in 2023 to $1,116.7 million in 2024, a decline of approximately 5.0%[28]. - Total current assets decreased from $656.8 million in 2023 to $587.3 million in 2024, a decline of about 10.6%[28]. - Cash and cash equivalents decreased from $280.6 million in 2023 to $240.7 million in 2024, a decline of approximately 14.3%[28]. - Accounts receivable, net of allowances, increased from $811.3 million in 2023 to $908.1 million in 2024, an increase of about 11.9%[28]. - Total liabilities increased from $1,175.3 million in 2023 to $1,126.2 million in 2024, an increase of approximately 4.3%[28]. - Current liabilities decreased from $481.4 million in 2023 to $281.5 million in 2024, a decline of about 41.7%[28]. - Shareholders' equity decreased from $690.5 million in 2023 to $675.3 million in 2024, a decline of approximately 2.2%[28]. - Inventories, net decreased from $228.0 million in 2023 to $219.8 million in 2024, a decline of about 3.0%[28]. - Operating lease right-of-use assets remained relatively stable, with a slight increase from $11.4 million in 2023 to $11.7 million in 2024[28]. - Intangible assets, net increased from $2.7 million in 2023 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of approximately 25.9%[28]. Future Outlook - The company expects first-quarter 2025 adjusted EBITDA to be higher than in the fourth quarter 2024, with anticipated increases in shipments and improved melt utilization rates[15]. - Future performance may be affected by the company's ability to achieve its sustainability goals and manage risks related to supply chains and labor costs[25]. - The company is undergoing a multi-year IT transformation initiative aimed at reducing operating costs and increasing information security[37]. - The company is undergoing a multi-year IT transformation initiative to enhance information security and capitalize on market opportunities[54]. - The company plans to continue monitoring market conditions and adjust surcharges accordingly to align with cost fluctuations[58].

Core Viewpoint - Metallus reported a net loss of $21.4 million for Q4 2024, with net sales of $240.5 million, reflecting a challenging market environment and lower demand across most end markets [1][4][12]. Financial Performance - Q4 2024 net sales were $240.5 million, a 6% increase from $227.2 million in Q3 2024, but a 27% decrease from $328.1 million in Q4 2023 [1][12]. - The net loss for Q4 2024 was $21.4 million, or $0.50 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $5.9 million, or $0.13 per diluted share in Q3 2024, and a net income of $1.3 million, or $0.03 per diluted share in Q4 2023 [1][2][3]. - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2024 was $8.3 million, compared to $6.1 million in Q3 2024 and $35.7 million in Q4 2023 [1][2][3]. Yearly Overview - For the full year 2024, net income was $1.3 million, a significant decline from $69.4 million in 2023, with adjusted net income of $25.1 million compared to $89.8 million in 2023 [7][11]. - Total net sales for 2024 were $1.1 billion, down 20% from $1.362 billion in 2023, primarily due to lower shipments and average raw material surcharge revenue [7][12]. Operational Insights - Ship tons in Q4 2024 were 130,200, a 9% increase from Q3 2024 but a 17% decrease from Q4 2023, indicating a mixed performance across different end markets [12]. - Manufacturing costs increased by $10.3 million sequentially in Q4 2024 due to lower cost absorption and inventory management challenges [12]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - As of December 31, 2024, cash and cash equivalents were $240.7 million, with total liquidity of $458.6 million [8][11]. - Operating cash flow for Q4 2024 was $13.9 million, with a total of $40.3 million for the full year [8][11]. Strategic Initiatives - The company received $7.0 million from the U.S. Army as part of a $99.75 million funding agreement for capacity expansion, contributing to a total of $53.5 million in government funding for 2024 [9][11]. - Metallus repurchased $7.8 million of convertible notes and approximately 0.2 million common shares for $3.5 million in Q4 2024, with a total of $37.6 million spent on share repurchases for the year [10][11]. Future Outlook - The company anticipates improved profitability in Q1 2025, driven by stronger customer order patterns and higher average weekly orders compared to the second half of 2024 [5][18]. - Planned capital expenditures for 2025 are approximately $125 million, including $90 million funded by the U.S. government [18].