Group 1: Atlantica (AY) - Atlantica has increased renewable energy production by 2.6% year-over-year in 2023, driven by higher solar asset production in Spain and the US [2][3] - Revenue in North America rose by 4.9% to $424.9 million in 2023, supported by the company's focus on solar and storage projects [3] - The company is exploring growth opportunities in South America and Europe, leveraging inflation-indexed contracts for revenue stability [4] Group 2: Goodyear (GT) - Goodyear's "Goodyear Forward" plan aims for annualized cost reductions of $1.0 billion by Q4 2025, with an expected benefit of approximately $350 million in segment operating income in 2024 [5][6] - The company is focusing on margin expansion strategies to capture $300 million of incremental segment operating income, enhancing profitability [6] Group 3: JAKKS Pacific (JAKK) - JAKKS Pacific achieved a 6% year-over-year increase in gross margin dollars in 2023, indicating operational efficiency despite declining net sales [7] - The Q4 gross margin improved to 31.4% in 2023 from 26.5% in 2022, reflecting better cost management [7] - The company reduced finished goods inventory by 35% year-over-year to $52.6 million, optimizing working capital and positively impacting the bottom line [9]
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