Radius Recycling Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Results

Core Viewpoint - Radius Recycling, Inc. reported significant improvements in its financial performance for the third quarter of fiscal 2025, with higher sales volumes across ferrous, nonferrous, and finished steel products, leading to a notable reduction in losses compared to previous quarters [2][3][4]. Financial Performance - The company reported a loss per share from continuing operations of $(0.59) and a net loss of $(16) million for the third quarter, an improvement from $(1.15) and $(33) million in the second quarter [2][3]. - Adjusted EBITDA was $22 million in the third quarter, a significant improvement from approximately break-even in the prior quarter [3][33]. - The adjusted loss per share from continuing operations was $(0.39) in the third quarter, compared to $(0.99) in the second quarter [3][32]. Sales Volumes and Market Conditions - Nonferrous sales volumes increased by 23% sequentially, driven by strong domestic demand and higher average net selling prices, which rose by 7% [4][5]. - Ferrous sales volumes were up 4% sequentially, with average net selling prices increasing by 3% despite a volatile market environment [5][6]. - Finished steel sales volumes increased by 15% sequentially, attributed to stronger construction activity and healthy demand in Western markets [6][7]. Operational Metrics - Rolling mill utilization reached 107%, significantly higher than 88% in the prior quarter, contributing to improved operating leverage and margin expansion [6][7]. - The company generated positive operating cash flow of $3 million during the third quarter [7]. Debt and Capital Management - Total debt at the end of the quarter was $454 million, with net debt (debt minus cash) at $438 million [7][35]. - Capital expenditures for the quarter were $10 million [7]. Dividend Declaration - The Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.1875 per common share, marking the 125th consecutive quarterly dividend [9][10]. Merger Activity - The company is in the process of merging with Toyota Tsusho America, Inc., with shareholder approval already obtained, and the merger expected to close in the second half of calendar year 2025, pending regulatory approvals [10][11].