PresentationGood morning, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Sherritt International Corporation Q4 2025 Results Call. [Operator Instructions] I would like to remind everyone that the conference call is being recorded today, Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. I will now turn the presentation over to Tom Halton, Director of Investor Relations. Please go ahead.Thomas HaltonDirector of Investor Relations & Corporate Affairs Thank you, operator, and welcome, ev ...

Core Viewpoint - Sherritt International Corporation reported its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, and provided guidance for 2026, emphasizing its leadership in hydrometallurgical processes for nickel and cobalt mining and refining, which are critical for the energy transition [1] Financial Results - The financial results for the three months and the year ended December 31, 2025, were disclosed, with all amounts reported in Canadian dollars [1] 2026 Guidance - The company provided its guidance for 2026, indicating expectations for future performance and strategic direction [1] Leadership Commentary - Dr. Peter Hancock, the Interim Chief Executive Officer of Sherritt, commented on the results and the outlook for the company [1]

Core Insights - SentinelOne, Inc. has experienced a significant decline in stock price since its IPO in 2021, with the current price being substantially below the initial offering price of $35 [1] - Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has seen a decline of nearly 40% [1] Company Performance - The stock's performance post-IPO has been characterized by a short-lived bull run, indicating potential challenges in sustaining growth [1] - The current valuation reflects a considerable drop from its peak, raising concerns about the company's market position and future prospects [1]

SentinelOne ( S ) is facing two critical headwinds. First, the broader software sector is perceived to face generative AI headwinds, bringing sector-wide valuations to among the lowest that we’ve seen since the 2022 crash in tech stocks. Second, the company’s lack of profitability heightens theJulian Lin is a financial analyst. He finds undervalued companies with secular growth that appreciate over time. His approach is to look for companies with strong balance sheets and management teams in sectors with lo ...

Core Viewpoint - SentinelOne is currently facing significant challenges due to the broader software sector's struggles with generative AI, leading to low valuations reminiscent of the 2022 tech stock crash, and the company's ongoing lack of profitability [1] Industry Summary - The software sector is experiencing generative AI headwinds, resulting in some of the lowest valuations seen since the 2022 tech stock crash [1] Company Summary - SentinelOne's lack of profitability is a critical issue that exacerbates its challenges in the current market environment [1]

Core Viewpoint - The document provides contact information for a company, including North America and international dial-in numbers, a participant passcode, and a link to a webcast and slide presentation [1] Group 1 - North America dial-in number is 1 (800) 717-1738 [1] - International dial-in number is 1 (289) 514-5100 [1] - Participant passcode is 99379 [1] - Webcast and slide presentation can be accessed at www.sherritt.com [1]

Core Insights - Sherritt International Corporation reported a significant increase in dividends from Energas S.A., totaling $26 million for 2025, which is double the amount received in 2024 [1][2]. Production Results - In Q4 2025, Sherritt produced 7,632 tonnes of finished nickel and 849 tonnes of finished cobalt, with total production for the year being 25,240 tonnes of nickel and 2,729 tonnes of cobalt, both at the lower end of revised guidance [3][4]. - Electricity production for the year was 799 GWh, slightly below the guidance range of 800 to 850 GWh [3][5]. Operational Challenges - The Moa Joint Venture faced operational challenges in 2025, including lower-than-expected production of mixed sulphides due to various factors such as below-plan mined ore volumes and national grid power outages [4][7]. - An operational review is underway to stabilize the Moa site and restore production levels, with plans to optimize the expansion program once stability is achieved [8][9]. Financial Performance - The full year 2025 net direct cash cost (NDCC) for nickel was within the guidance range of US$5.75 to US$6.25 per pound, benefiting from higher cobalt by-product credits [4]. - The unit operating cost for electricity was at the lower end of the guidance range of US$23.00 to US$24.50 per MWh [5]. Future Outlook - Sherritt plans to provide further operational updates and 2026 guidance on production, costs, and capital spending on February 10, 2026 [9]. - The company is committed to improving operational performance amid geopolitical uncertainties and aims to replicate the success seen in its Power division across other segments [2][10].

Group 1: AI Stock Performance - The strong performance in AI stocks has been primarily driven by large technology companies involved in AI infrastructure, but smaller AI stocks present overlooked growth potential [1] - There are three small AI stocks identified with significant potential for outsized growth [1] Group 2: UiPath - UiPath is positioned to capitalize on the emerging phase of agentic AI, which involves performing tasks rather than just generating content [3] - The company has a strong foundation in robotic process automation (RPA) and has developed an orchestration platform to manage AI agents from various vendors [4][5] - UiPath's stock is currently trading at a forward price-to-sales multiple of around 5, with accelerating revenue, indicating potential for significant growth if it leads in AI agent orchestration [5] Group 3: GitLab - GitLab has experienced revenue growth of 25% to 35% over the past two years, yet its stock valuation has fallen to a forward price-to-sales below 5.5 due to market perceptions of being an AI loser [6] - The company continues to add new customers and expand existing client subscriptions, countering fears that AI will replace coders [7] - GitLab has launched its own AI agents to assist programmers throughout the software development cycle and is transitioning to a hybrid model to enhance customer value [8]

Core Viewpoint - Citigroup has adjusted its rating for SentinelOne to Neutral and lowered its price target from $20 to $18, indicating a cautious outlook on the company's stock performance [1][5]. Financial Performance - The stock opened at $15.13, reflecting a 1.3% decrease [2]. - SentinelOne has a market capitalization of $5.14 billion and a negative price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of -12.10, suggesting challenges in profitability [2][5]. - The stock has fluctuated between $14.43 and $25.24 over the past year, indicating significant volatility [2]. Stock Movement and Trading Data - The stock's 50-day simple moving average is $15.68, while the 200-day average is $17.08, showing a downward trend [4]. - On the day of Citigroup's update, the stock price ranged from $14.96 to $15.19, with a trading volume of 4.74 million shares [4]. Insider Activity - Chief Financial Officer Barbara Larson sold 11,173 shares at an average price of $14.82, totaling approximately $165,584, which reduced her position by 2.03% [3][5]. - After the sale, she retains 539,372 shares valued at nearly $8 million [3].

Core Viewpoint - Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO) is recognized as one of the best stocks to buy in the DOW for 2026, reflecting positive market sentiment and growth potential [1]. Financial Performance - Cisco's stock increased by over 28% in 2025, indicating strong market performance. Early indicators from fiscal 2026 suggest continued momentum, with first-quarter revenue rising by 8% year-over-year [3]. - Net income for Cisco rose by 5% compared to the previous year, highlighting the company's financial stability [4]. Business Strategy and Market Position - Cisco's infrastructure orders reached $1.3 billion, showing a significant acceleration in growth, particularly driven by increased spending in AI by major tech companies [3]. - The company integrates networking, security, collaboration, applications, and cloud products into a cohesive portfolio, positioning itself as a key player in the technology sector [4]. Acquisition Insights - TD Cowen analyst Shaul Eyal indicated that Cisco is unlikely to pursue the acquisition of Axonius in the near term, suggesting a focus on internal growth rather than external acquisitions [2].