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Republic Services(RSG) - 2023 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-08-01 01:27
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a revenue growth of 9%, with over 4% attributed to acquisitions, and adjusted EBITDA growth of 10.5% [54] - Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded by 40 basis points to 30% during the quarter [61] - Adjusted earnings per share were reported at $1.41, and adjusted free cash flow increased by 10% year-to-date to $1.26 billion [54][86] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Environmental Solutions business saw revenue increase by $104 million year-over-year, primarily due to the acquisition of U.S. Ecology, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 22.5% [85] - Core price on related revenue was 8.8%, with an average yield on related revenue of 7.1% [84] - Volume on total revenue increased by 40 basis points, while volume on related revenue increased by 50 basis points, driven by increases in small containers, residential, and landfill services [50] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Commodity prices for recycling were reported at $119 per ton, down from $218 per ton in the prior year, with expectations for average recycled commodity prices to remain between $110 and $115 per ton for the full year [60] - The company experienced a 3.7% increase in landfill revenue, primarily driven by an 8.3% increase in special waste revenue [50] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to exceed $1 billion in value-creating acquisitions for the year, with a strong pipeline for both recycling and solid waste and Environmental Solutions businesses [45] - The company is focusing on sustainability investments, including the Blue Polymers joint venture, which aims to enhance plastic circularity [48] - The company aims to maintain disciplined pricing strategies while expanding its Environmental Solutions business and leveraging cross-selling opportunities [79] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving double-digit topline growth in the medium term, driven by pricing discipline and organic growth in the solid waste and recycling business [12][13] - The company anticipates a relatively flat volume environment in the second half of the year, reflecting caution due to construction market conditions [124] - Management noted that inflation in cost categories is expected to moderate in the second half of the year, allowing for a favorable price-cost spread [101] Other Important Information - The company achieved over $40 million in annualized cost synergies, contributing to improved margins [55] - Total debt was reported at $12.2 billion, with total liquidity of $2.1 billion and a leverage ratio of approximately 3x [62] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you expand on the visibility for double-digit topline growth? - Management indicated that growth will be driven by pricing, organic growth, and M&A contributions, with a disciplined approach to pricing [12][13] Question: What is the expected EBITDA impact from the Polymer Center in 2024? - The expected contribution from the Polymer Center is $15 million in 2024, with incremental growth expected in subsequent years [33] Question: Are there signs of price competition from smaller players? - Management noted that while there is always some competition, they have not seen a significant negative trend in pricing or volume [35][97] Question: How does the company view the impact of PFAS remediation? - Management sees PFAS remediation as a net positive opportunity, with ongoing discussions about solutions and customer needs [129] Question: What is the expected contribution from M&A in the new revenue guidance? - Management indicated that M&A is expected to contribute closer to 3.5% to 4% to revenue growth, with a strong pipeline for future acquisitions [106]
Republic Services(RSG) - 2023 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-04-28 03:13
Financial Data and Key Metrics - Revenue growth of 21% in Q1, including 11% from acquisitions, with adjusted EPS of $1.24 and adjusted free cash flow of $496 million [30] - Adjusted EBITDA margin for the Environmental Solutions business improved to 20.6%, a sequential increase of 350 basis points [47] - Total company adjusted EBITDA margin for Q1 was 29%, compared to 30.4% in the prior year [47] - Core price on total revenue was 8.2%, with related revenue at 9.3% [46] - Volume on total revenue increased 1.6%, while volume on related revenue increased 1.8% [46] - Recycling commodity prices were $105 per ton in Q1, compared to $201 per ton in the prior year, with current prices at $115 per ton [17] Business Line Performance - Environmental Solutions revenue increased by $309 million YoY, primarily due to the acquisition of US Ecology, contributing 50 basis points to internal growth on a same-store basis [28] - Cross-selling efforts in Environmental Solutions generated over $60 million in new sales, with $40 million in annualized cost savings achieved [12] - Over 75% of residential routes are operating with RISE tablets, with full deployment expected by mid-year [13] - Landfill revenue increased by 21.7%, driven by special waste [46] Market Performance - Volume growth was broad-based across market verticals and geographies [31] - Pricing actions were well-accepted, with minimal customer defection [12] - Recycling processing and commodity sales decreased revenue by 90 basis points during the quarter [17] Strategic Direction and Industry Competition - The company is focused on integrating US Ecology and improving the profitability of its Environmental Solutions business [12] - Investments in sustainability include scaling the electric fleet, with prototypes expected later this year and full-scale deployment by 2025 [44] - The company is leveraging digital capabilities to enhance customer experience and service offerings [13] - The acquisition pipeline remains strong, with opportunities for over $500 million in value-creating acquisitions in 2023 [30] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management remains cautiously optimistic about the demand environment, with strong growth in pricing and volume [23] - The company expects commodity prices to recover in the second half of the year as global supply/demand imbalances correct [17] - Employee engagement is high, with turnover rates below 2019 levels, improving the ability to capitalize on growth opportunities [26] - The company is well-positioned to navigate potential economic uncertainties, with a focus on pricing ahead of cost inflation [23] Other Important Information - The company was named to Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies list, Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies list, and Fortune's list of the World's Most Admired Companies [26] - The company is investing in renewable natural gas projects, with six expected to commence operations this year [122] - The combined tax rate and effects from solar investments resulted in a tax impact of 26.3% during Q1, in line with expectations [120] Q&A Session Summary Question: M&A Pipeline and Distribution Across Businesses [4] - The pipeline for M&A remains strong, with a focus on recycling, solid waste, and environmental solutions businesses [30] Question: Employee Turnover and Recruitment Trends [10] - Turnover is down, and employee engagement is high, with recruitment improving significantly in the last 4-5 months [10] Question: Pricing and Cost Inflation [54] - Unit cost inflation is expected to be around 6%, higher than the initial guidance of 5.5%, driven by factors like truck delivery costs [54] Question: Environmental Solutions Margin Improvement [55] - The company aims to improve Environmental Solutions margins from low 20% to 30% over the long term [55] Question: Special Waste Sensitivity to Recession [115] - Special waste volumes are less sensitive to economic downturns, as most projects are essential and not discretionary [100] Question: PFAS Regulation Impact [126] - The company sees PFAS regulation as an opportunity, with potential to pass regulatory costs to customers [132] Question: Electrification Progress [127] - The company is on track with its electrification strategy, with over 20 trucks electrified and plans to scale up to several hundred by 2025 [68] Question: Free Cash Flow Conversion [138] - The company aims to improve free cash flow conversion to the high 40% range, despite headwinds like interest expense and bonus depreciation expiration [138] Question: Competitive Dynamics and M&A Opportunities [139] - Smaller competitors may face challenges in financing and expanding due to supply chain issues, creating opportunities for the company [139] Question: Environmental Services Cyclicality [136] - The company is working to make Environmental Services less cyclical by integrating offerings and building closer customer relationships [137] Question: Price and Cost Spread in 2024 [98] - The company expects to maintain a 30-50 basis point margin expansion in 2024, pricing ahead of cost inflation [80] Question: Special Waste Revenue Growth [105] - Special waste revenue growth is driven by cross-sell opportunities and strong demand in the Environmental Solutions business [105] Question: Commodity Price Recovery [88] - Commodity prices are expected to recover, with a full-year average of $125 per ton, in line with initial expectations [88] Question: Margin Bridge and Seasonality [151] - The company outperformed normal seasonality in Q1, with margin improvements driven by pricing and cost management [151] Question: Organic Growth Composition in Environmental Services [159] - Organic growth in Environmental Services is driven by both pricing and volume, similar to the broader business [160] Question: Price Cadence for the Year [173] - The company expects price increases to moderate in the second half of the year, with a focus on maintaining a positive price/cost spread [124]
Republic Services(RSG) - 2023 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2023-04-27 23:11
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 _________________________________________________________ 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, 2023 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 Numbe ...
Republic Services(RSG) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report
2023-02-23 01:23
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 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: 1-14267 REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) __________________ ...
Republic Services(RSG) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-02-16 03:57
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2022, the company achieved a revenue growth of 20%, with 10% attributed to acquisitions [1] - Adjusted EBITDA grew by 16%, and adjusted earnings per share increased by 18% to $4.93 [1] - Adjusted free cash flow reached $1.74 billion, marking a 15% increase from the previous year [1][40] - Total debt at the end of the year was $11.9 billion, with total liquidity of $1.7 billion [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Environmental Solutions business saw a revenue increase of approximately $320 million, primarily due to the acquisition of US Ecology [38] - The adjusted EBITDA margin for the Recycling and Solid Waste business was 28.7%, a slight increase from 28.6% in the prior year [14] - The company expects organic volume growth in 2023 to be in the range of 50 basis points to 1% [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Core price on related revenue increased to 8.4%, with average yield on related revenue rising to 6.7% [6][36] - Current commodity prices are approximately $95 per ton, with expectations for recovery in the second half of the year [37] - The company anticipates a decrease in full-year 2023 revenue and EBITDA of $45 million due to expected commodity price changes [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on sustainability as a core strategy, leveraging it for profitable growth [33] - Investments in polymer centers and renewable natural gas projects are progressing well, with the first center in Las Vegas expected to come online in late 2023 [135] - The company plans to invest at least $500 million in value-creating acquisitions in 2023 [160] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expects high single-digit growth in revenue, EBITDA, and free cash flow for 2023 despite headwinds from lower recycled commodity prices and higher interest rates [35] - The company is mindful of potential recession talks but sees strength in the industrial market and consumer engagement [54] - Management indicated that the majority of EPS growth in 2023 is expected to be back-end loaded due to challenging comparisons in the first half [17] Other Important Information - The company returned nearly $800 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases [4] - The customer retention rate remained strong at 94%, with the highest NPS scores recorded at the end of 2022 [5] - Full-year SG&A expenses were 10.2% of revenue, reflecting continued cost management [39] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the expected pricing trend for 2023? - Management expects restricted pricing to increase by 50 to 100 basis points in 2023, with total pricing remaining above 5% in all quarters [20][21] Question: Can you provide details on the US Ecology acquisition performance? - The revenue contribution from US Ecology outperformed expectations by nearly $50 million, primarily due to quicker integration activities [2][26] Question: What are the expectations for commodity prices in 2023? - The company anticipates average recycled commodity prices of $125 per ton in 2023, starting at $95 per ton in the first quarter [162] Question: How does the company view the current market environment? - Management acknowledges ongoing inflation and supply chain challenges but remains optimistic about pricing power and customer willingness to pay [230][201] Question: What is the outlook for residential volumes in 2023? - Management expects residential volumes to remain positive throughout 2023, despite some softness in the construction market [100][211]
Republic Services(RSG) - 2022 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-10-28 02:32
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE:RSG) Q3 2022 Earnings Conference Call October 27, 2022 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Aaron Evans - Vice President, Investor Relations Jon Vander Ark - Chief Executive Officer Brian DelGhiaccio - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Tyler Brown - Raymond James Toni Kaplan - Morgan Stanley Noah Kaye - Oppenheimer Kevin Chang - CIBC Michael Hoffman - Stifel Walter Spracklin - RBC Capital Markets Jerry Revich - Goldman Sachs Sean Eastman - KeyBanc Capital Markets ...
Republic Services(RSG) - 2022 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2022-10-28 01:58
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 _________________________________________________________ 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, 2022 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 N ...
Republic Services(RSG) - 2022 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-08-05 03:15
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue growth of 21% year-over-year, with adjusted earnings per share of $1.32, also a 21% increase from the prior year [11][10] - Adjusted free cash flow exceeded $1.1 billion year-to-date, representing a 14% increase compared to the previous year [11][30] - Adjusted EBITDA margin for the second quarter was 29.6%, down from 30.6% in the prior year [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Organic volume growth of 2.4%, with increases in small containers (2.8%), large containers (2%), and landfill (5.7%) [14][23] - Environmental solutions revenue increased by $260 million year-over-year, primarily due to the acquisition of US Ecology [24] - Adjusted EBITDA margin for the environmental solutions segment was 17.1% [26] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Core price reached an all-time high of 6.2%, with average yield on total revenue increasing to 5% [15][21] - Recycling commodity prices rose to $218 per ton, compared to $170 per ton in the prior year [23] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to invest over $600 million in acquisitions apart from US Ecology, focusing on recycling and solid waste [14] - The integration of US Ecology is progressing well, with expectations of achieving at least $40 million in cost synergies [12][13] - The company aims to create a more sustainable world, with a reported 9% decrease in greenhouse gas emissions from the 2017 baseline [18][19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in pricing exceeding internal cost inflation, projecting adjusted EPS in the range of $4.77 to $4.80 for the full year [16][15] - The company anticipates continued double-digit EBITDA growth year-over-year, with a guidance of approximately 29.3% adjusted EBITDA margin for the full year [29][16] - Management acknowledged higher than expected inflationary pressures but remains optimistic about pricing strategies [15][16] Other Important Information - Total debt stood at $12 billion, with total liquidity of $1.6 billion and a leverage ratio of approximately 3.3 times [32] - The company returned $495 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases year-to-date [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Pricing expectations for the remainder of the year - Management indicated strong pricing momentum and expects continued elevated pricing due to macroeconomic factors and service differentiation [37] Question: Integration of US Ecology and surprises - Management expressed satisfaction with the integration process, noting higher retention rates and positive cultural alignment [38] Question: Tailwinds for 2023 from landfill gas investments - Management stated that contributions from landfill gas projects will be limited in 2023, with more significant impacts expected in 2024 and beyond [50] Question: Margin performance and inflation impact - Management noted that margin expansion in 2023 will depend on labor market conditions and pricing strategies [52] Question: Revenue contribution from acquisitions - Management confirmed that acquisitions are expected to contribute approximately 9.3% to revenue, with US Ecology included [89] Question: Capital allocation strategy - Management indicated a balanced approach to debt repayment and acquisitions, with a focus on reducing leverage [97]
Republic Services(RSG) - 2022 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2022-08-05 01:19
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 _________________________________________________________ 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 June 30, 2022 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 ...
Republic Services(RSG) - 2022 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-05-06 03:49
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE:RSG) Q1 2022 Earnings Conference Call May 5, 2022 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Stacey Mathews - VP, IR Jon Vander Ark - President and CEO Brian DelGhiaccio - EVP and CFO Conference Call Participants Tyler Brown - Raymond James Toni Kaplan - Morgan Stanley Michael Hoffman - Stifel Jerry Revich - Goldman Sachs Kevin Chiang - CIBC Sean Eastman - KeyBanc Capital Markets Noah Kaye - Oppenheimer Mike Calleja - Bank of America Stephanie Yee - JPMorgan Operator Good day, and welcome ...