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Primoris Services: A Rising Star In The Infrastructure Arena
Seeking Alpha· 2025-05-23 17:25
Company Overview - Primoris Services Corporation (NYSE: PRIM) provides essential infrastructure services including construction, maintenance, and engineering for utility and energy sectors in the United States and Canada [1] - The company has a current market capitalization of approximately $4 billion [1] Analyst Background - The analyst has over 10 years of experience in the investment arena, starting as an analyst and advancing to a management role [1] - The analyst holds a master's degree in Analytics from Northwestern University and a bachelor's degree in Accounting [1] Investment Interest - The analyst expresses a personal interest in dividend investing and plans to share insights with the Seeking Alpha community [1]
Star Group Is A Hidden Gem For Yield Seekers
Seeking Alpha· 2025-05-14 07:20
Core Insights - Star Group, L.P. (NYSE: SGU) has been previously analyzed in detail regarding its business model and financial operations [1] Company Overview - The company operates within the investment landscape, with a focus on unconventional investments and overlooked securities [1] - Star Group has a beneficial long position in its shares, indicating confidence in its future performance [2] Investment Philosophy - The investment approach is fundamentally driven, emphasizing value investments and catalyst-oriented short positions [1] - Technical analysis is utilized as a complementary tool for risk management alongside fundamental analysis [1]
Blue Star Families Brings the Joy of Disney Books to Military Families in Hawaii
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-05-13 18:15
Core Points - Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam will host a family event on May 16, 2025, in collaboration with Blue Star Families and The Walt Disney Company [1] - The event aims to provide U.S. military children and their families on Oahu with free Disney books and Disney-themed activities, including storytelling [2] - Blue Star Families is the largest nonprofit organization serving military and veteran families, focusing on empowering them through various programs [2][4] - Disney Publishing has contributed over 300,000 books to the Blue Star Books program, benefiting military families globally [5] - The Walt Disney Company has a long-standing commitment to supporting military families, rooted in the service of its founders during World War I [6] Company Overview - Blue Star Families has delivered more than $336 million in benefits since its founding in 2009, impacting over 1.5 million people annually [6] - The Walt Disney Company operates as a diversified international entertainment and media enterprise, with a focus on corporate citizenship and community support [8] - Morale, Welfare & Recreation (MWR) programs support the quality-of-life needs of service members and their families, contributing to resilience and readiness [9]
Star Holdings Reports First Quarter 2025 Results
Prnewswire· 2025-05-12 20:08
NEW YORK, May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Star Holdings (NASDAQ: STHO) announced today that it has filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2025 with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders for the first quarter was ($7.6 million) and earnings (loss) per share was ($0.57). These results reflect a non-cash adjustment of $3.2 million which increased earnings per share by $0.24 with respect to our investment in approximately 13.5 ...
CSE Bulletin: CORRECTION - Notice of Distribution - Star Copper Corp. (STCU)
Newsfile· 2025-05-12 19:18
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - Le 12 mai/May 2025) - Further to bulletin 2025-0511, and its news release dated May 6, 2025, Star Copper Corp’s. (“Star Copper” or the “Company”) previously announced plan of arrangement (the “Arrangement”) became effective on May 9, 2025 (the “Effective Date”). Pursuant to the completion of the Arrangement, each common share of Star Copper was exchanged for one identical replacement common share of Star Copper under a new ISIN / CUSIP. Furthermore, Star Copper shareho ...
Star Group Q2 Earnings Rise Y/Y on Cold Weather, Acquisition Boost
ZACKS· 2025-05-12 18:20
Shares of Star Group, L.P. (SGU) have declined 3.5% since reporting results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025. This compares with the S&P 500 index’s 0.5% rally over the same time frame. Over the past month, the stock has gained 21.4% compared with the S&P 500’s 9.7% rise.Earnings & Revenue Growth on Colder Winter & AcquisitionsFor the fiscal second quarter ended March 31, 2025, Star Group reported total revenues of $743 million, up 11.6% from $666 million a year earlier. This growth was driven by a 22. ...
CSE Bulletin: Notice of Distribution - Star Copper Corp. (STCU)
Newsfile· 2025-05-08 20:12
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - Le 8 mai/May 2025) - Star Copper Corp. (“Star Copper” or the “Company”) has announced that, further to its news release dated May 6, 2025, the previously announced plan of arrangement (the “Arrangement”) will become effective on May 9, 2025 (the “Effective Date”). Star Copper shareholders of record as at the close of business on May 8, 2025 (the “Shareholders”) will receive, for each existing common share of the Company held immediately prior to the Effective Date: (i) ...
Star Group(SGU) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-08 16:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a net income of $86 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2025, which is $18 million higher than the prior year period, driven by a $32 million increase in adjusted EBITDA [8] - Adjusted EBITDA rose by $32 million to $128 million due to higher home heating oil and propane volumes sold and improved margins [8] - For the first half of fiscal 2025, net income was $119 million, an increase of $37 million compared to the prior year, largely due to a $34.6 million increase in adjusted EBITDA [10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Home heating oil and propane volume increased by 27 million gallons or 23% to 144 million gallons in the second quarter, attributed to acquisitions and colder weather [7] - For the first half of fiscal 2025, home heating oil and propane volume rose by 29 million gallons or 14.7% to 226 million gallons [9] - Product gross profit increased by $52 million or 25% to $258 million in the second quarter, driven by higher volumes and margins [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Temperatures during the second quarter were 13% colder than the previous year but still 4.5% warmer than normal, impacting heating demand positively [7] - The geographic areas of operation experienced temperatures that were 9.4% colder than the prior year for the fiscal year to date [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on operational execution and efficiency while expanding its HVAC business [6] - Recent acquisitions totaling $126.5 million have been completed, enhancing the company's market presence [5] - The company raised its annual dividend by $0.05 to $0.74 per unit, reflecting a commitment to maximizing shareholder returns [5] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed satisfaction with the team's response to increased demand due to colder temperatures and highlighted ongoing efforts to improve service and installation profitability [6] - The company anticipates further investment opportunities during the summer to advance business development initiatives [7] Other Important Information - The company recorded a $3.1 million expense under its weather hedge for the second quarter, compared to a benefit of $6.5 million in the prior year [8] - Delivery, branch, and general & administrative expenses increased by $22 million year over year, with $9.6 million attributed to the weather hedging program [8] Q&A Session Summary Question: Changes to the buyback program due to recent acquisitions - Management confirmed there has been no change to the buyback program, which is currently on automatic pilot [15][16] Question: Acquisition pipeline focus on HVAC installation servicing - The company is primarily focused on distribution side acquisitions, particularly in heating oil and propane, while also building its HVAC business organically [17] Question: Customer payment ability and credit loss allowances - Historically, the bad debt rate has been around 3% of sales, and management noted that customers prioritize paying for home heating oil during winter [19] Question: Impact of tariffs on heating oil prices - Management acknowledged experiencing price increases on the HVAC side due to tariffs, with vendor notice allowing for price adjustments [24] Question: Availability of acquisitions and execution capability - Management indicated no significant changes related to taxes affecting acquisition availability and noted a busy heating season with pent-up demand [25]
Star Group(SGU) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-08 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a net income of $86 million for Q2 2025, an increase of $18 million compared to the prior year period, driven by a $32 million increase in adjusted EBITDA [9] - Adjusted EBITDA rose by $32 million to $128 million due to higher home heating oil and propane volumes sold and improved margins [9][11] - For the first half of fiscal 2025, net income was $119 million, up $37 million from the previous year, largely due to a $34.6 million increase in adjusted EBITDA [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Home heating oil and propane volume increased by 27 million gallons or 23% to 144 million gallons in Q2 2025, attributed to colder weather and acquisitions [7] - Product gross profit increased by $52 million or 25% to $258 million, driven by higher sales volumes and margins [8] - The service and installation business contributed an increase in adjusted EBITDA of $1.6 million [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Temperatures during Q2 2025 were 13% colder than the previous year but still 4.5% warmer than normal, impacting heating oil and propane demand [8] - For the first half of fiscal 2025, temperatures were 9.4% colder than the prior year, contributing to a 14.7% increase in home heating oil and propane volume [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company has completed $126.5 million in acquisitions since February 2024, enhancing its market presence [5] - The company raised its annual dividend by $0.05 to $0.74 per unit, reflecting a commitment to maximizing shareholder returns [5] - There is a focus on operational execution and efficiency, alongside ongoing expansion in the HVAC business [6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed satisfaction with the team's response to increased demand due to colder temperatures and emphasized the importance of service quality [6] - The company anticipates opportunities for further investment in the summer and is focused on business development initiatives [6] Other Important Information - The company recorded a $3.1 million expense under its weather hedge for Q2 2025, compared to a benefit of $6.5 million in the same period last year [9] - Delivery, branch, and general & administrative expenses increased by $22 million year-over-year, with $9.6 million attributed to the weather hedging program [8] Q&A Session Summary Question: Any changes to the buyback program due to recent acquisitions? - Management stated there has been no change to the buyback program, which is currently on automatic pilot [16][17] Question: Are there any acquisitions in the HVAC installation servicing business? - Management indicated that the focus is primarily on distribution side acquisitions, with limited internal organic growth in HVAC [18] Question: Any changes in customers' ability to pay? - Historically, the bad debt rate has been around 3% of sales, and management noted that customers prioritize paying for home heating oil during winter [20] Question: Anticipated impact from tariffs on heating oil prices? - Management acknowledged price increases on HVAC parts and equipment due to tariffs, ranging from 3% to 15% [24] Question: Any changes in acquisition availability due to tax or other factors? - Management noted no significant changes related to taxes but mentioned a busy heating season and potential opportunities post-season [26]
Star Group(SGU) - 2025 Q2 - Quarterly Results
2025-05-07 20:30
EXHIBIT 99.1 Star Group, L.P. Reports Fiscal 2025 Second Quarter Results STAMFORD, Conn., May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Star Group, L.P. (the "Company" or "Star") (NYSE:SGU), a home energy distributor and services provider, today announced financial results for its fiscal 2025 second quarter, the three month period ended March 31, 2025. Star's net income increased by $17.5 million in the quarter, to $85.9 million, as a $31.9 million increase in Adjusted EBITDA was partially offset by a $6.9 million great ...