在职业价值导向层面，上海交通大学上海高级金融学院2024年毕业典礼上，学院负责人在致辞中 寄语毕业生：不要因为从事金融行业而产生羞耻感…… 无独有偶，在全球经济结构深度调整的背景下，美国近期出现对金融行业价值导向的反思性讨论。 特朗普在高校毕业典礼致辞中呼吁这些商科高材生们放弃看似 "高大上" 的金融领域。他指出青年 人才应避免过度聚焦金融投机领域，转而关注实体经济领域的价值创造。 本期导读： 当下，金融行业面临的问题之一就是过去金融的繁荣，使得就业者暴增。如今行业面临压力，金 融行业精英们正经历一场"上山下乡"运动，核心是转哪行？ 作者丨 范译阳 本期推荐阅读5分钟 57年前，中国城市曾面临青年就业结构调整，大量中学毕业生的职业路径与城乡资源分配议题引 发社会关注。1968 年，知识青年参与农村建设的相关举措成为特定历史时期的社会现象，1975 年 全国参与相关实践的青年人数达 236.8 万。1980 年随着改革开放后城市经济活力增强，相关政策 逐步调整，城市就业机会逐渐增加。这一历程成为一代人特定代际的集体记忆。 回到金融行业生态，当下， 金融行业面临的问题之一就是过去金融的繁荣， 使得就业者暴增。据 ...

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fourth quarter sales reached $438 million, a 5.8% increase year-over-year, driven by strong performance in the Aerospace and Defense (A&D) segment and industrial businesses [4][5] - Consolidated gross margin for the quarter was 44.2%, up from 43.1% in the same period last year [4] - Adjusted diluted EPS was $2.83, representing a 14.6% increase from $2.47 a year ago [4][15] - Total A&D sales grew by 10.6% year-over-year, with commercial aerospace up 11.6% and defense up 8.2% [5][6] - For the full year, A&D sales grew by 14%, with commercial aerospace up 13.3% and defense up 15.9% [6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The industrial segment grew by 3.3% year-over-year, with distribution and aftermarket up 2.5% and OEM up 5.1% [5][7] - Industrial gross margins were reported at 45.7%, while A&D margins were at 41.5% [14][36] - The Dodge business experienced double-digit OEM sales growth for the full year, reflecting successful organic growth initiatives [8][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The commercial aerospace market is expected to grow by at least 15%, driven by production growth at Boeing and Airbus [9][10] - The defense sector is anticipated to grow in the mid- to high single digits, supported by a proposed $1 trillion defense budget [10][11] - Industrial markets are more challenging to predict due to factors like interest rates and tariffs, but MRO demand remains steady [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on leveraging core strengths in engineering, manufacturing, and product development to drive both organic and inorganic growth [18] - There is a strong emphasis on continuous improvement in operating efficiency and high levels of free cash flow conversion [18] - The company plans to reinvest some margin expansion into future growth through investments in SG&A [17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism for fiscal 2026, expecting strong growth across all channels [11][12] - The company is well-positioned to pursue additional accretive M&A, with a focus on maintaining a healthy balance sheet [11][18] - Management acknowledged challenges in the industrial economy but highlighted strong performance relative to peers [7][10] Other Important Information - The company allocated $275 million to debt repayment in fiscal 2025, reducing trailing net leverage to 1.7 turns [11][16] - Free cash flow for the quarter was $55 million, with a conversion rate of 76% [15][16] - The company expects CapEx to be in the range of 3% to 3.5% of sales for the upcoming year [17][54] Q&A Session Summary Question: Commercial aerospace production rates and revenue potential - Management expects Boeing to reach 38 planes per month soon, with potential for upper 40s production rates by early 2026, which could significantly increase revenue [26][27] Question: Industrial growth initiatives and sustainability - Management highlighted improvements in service levels and new product introductions as key drivers of growth, with a healthy outlook for sustaining leadership in growth [30][32] Question: Gross margins by segment and expansion potential - Industrial gross margins were 45.7% and A&D was 41.5%, with management indicating potential for further expansion in A&D margins [36][38] Question: Tariff impacts and supply chain considerations - Management remains neutral on short-term tariff impacts but sees potential long-term benefits from increased tariffs [42][44] Question: Capacity and growth flexibility - Management noted that some plants are overloaded with demand, and they are actively adding labor and machinery to meet growth needs [51][52] Question: M&A pipeline and strategic focus - Management is actively exploring M&A opportunities, focusing on candidates that align with their operational strengths and customer relationships [75][82]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q1 2025 declined 4% year over year to $15.9 million, with online sales accounting for 67% of total revenue at $10.6 million [3][4] - Gross profit decreased by 6%, and gross margin fell from 44% in Q1 2024 to 43.1% in Q1 2025 [4] - Net income for Q1 2025 was $2 million, down from $2.2 million in Q1 2024, with basic earnings per share declining from 23¢ to 22¢ and diluted earnings per share from 21¢ to 20¢ [4][5] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $3.4 million, a 6% decrease compared to the previous year [5] - The company ended the quarter with $12 million outstanding on term loans and no balance on its revolving line of credit, resulting in net debt of $6 million, approximately 0.4 times the company's adjusted EBITDA for the past twelve months [5][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Legacy FitLife revenue for Q1 2025 was $7.3 million, with wholesale customers contributing 63% and online sales 37%, representing a 5% increase in total revenue [6] - MRC revenue for Q1 2025 was $6.7 million, down 11% year over year, with gross margin declining to 45.4% [7] - Muscle Farm revenue declined 6% in Q1 2025, with wholesale revenue down 41% and online revenue up 33% [9][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The tariff environment remains uncertain, particularly concerning tariffs on ingredients from China, although a recent 90-day de-escalation was announced [11] - The company has increased inventory levels at pre-tariff prices, resulting in an all-time high inventory balance [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to continue investing in promotional support for Muscle Farm products to drive growth, despite the challenges faced [10][15] - Management believes there is significant opportunity for consolidation in the nutritional supplement space, indicating a focus on M&A activities [69] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed hope for organic revenue growth in 2025, despite not providing formal guidance [19] - April performance showed year-over-year increases in total revenue and adjusted EBITDA, although results may not be indicative of the entire second quarter [15] Other Important Information - The company has approximately 104,000 active subscribers, accounting for about 30% of online revenue [13] - FitLife is expected to be added to the Russell 2000 index, which could serve as a positive catalyst for the stock [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Changes in revenue and EBITDA expectations - Management reiterated expectations for organic revenue growth in 2025, without providing specific numbers [19] Question: Margins outlook for the year - Margins are expected to fluctuate based on product mix, with Muscle Farm aiming for around 30% gross margin [21][22] Question: Performance of wholesale customers - Some customers are seeing increased end consumer demand, while others are not achieving desired results from promotional support [28][30] Question: Status of major customer GNC - The relationship with GNC is positive, with improved inventory levels compared to late last year [35] Question: New product launches - New products, including bars and ready-to-drink beverages, are performing well, with expectations for increased sales in Q2 [48] Question: Impact of tariffs on products - Some products benefit from tariff exclusions, while others do not, leading to a variable impact on costs [50][52] Question: Long-term prospects for Muscle Farm - Management is focused on rebuilding the Muscle Farm brand and sees potential for growth despite past challenges [62][64] Question: Valuation multiples for acquisitions - Valuation multiples for prospective deals remain consistent, typically around 6-7x for rapidly growing businesses [72]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the fiscal year ended 03/31/2025, the company generated adjusted net investment income (NII) of $0.97 per share, covering the annual dividend of $0.96 per share [5][6] - The total fair value of the portfolio increased to $979 million from approximately $921 million at the prior year end, although it was slightly lower than the $1.1 billion reported at the end of the last quarter [6][9] - Total investment income for the fiscal year was $93.7 million, up from $87.3 million in the prior year, primarily due to increases in dividend and success fee income [13][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company invested a total of $221 million during the year, an increase from $184 million in the prior year, which included investments in four new portfolio companies and add-on investments [7][8] - The company maintained a monthly distribution to shareholders of $0.08 per share, aggregating to $1.66 per share for the year, including supplemental distributions [8][20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted good liquidity in the M&A market, although it is a competitive environment impacted by tariffs affecting cost, customer demand, and supply chain dynamics [9][10] - The company is cautiously optimistic about new acquisitions, expecting to close two new acquisitions shortly [10][11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to continue its buyout strategy while being cautious in assessing risks related to tariffs and their impact on portfolio companies [10][12] - The management team has added experienced talent to support portfolio growth and manage the current portfolio of 25 operating companies [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the current portfolio's performance and the potential for continued earnings and distributions despite economic uncertainties [12][19] - The recent pause on tariffs was seen as a relief, but management remains cautious about the long-term implications [11][12] Other Important Information - The company ended the fiscal year with $55.3 million in spillover, sufficient to cover current monthly distributions and the recently declared supplemental distribution [19][55] - The company has four portfolio companies on non-accrual status, with three of them being profitable and showing improvement [17][32] Q&A Session Summary Question: How much of the portfolio has exposure to tariff risk? - Management indicated that most companies have some exposure, particularly those producing in China, but they are not overly concerned as they have been proactive in managing inventory and supply chains [25][26] Question: What is the exposure to lower-income customers in the consumer sector? - Management stated that the consumer products in the portfolio are not primarily targeted at lower-income customers, and the impact of tariff costs is relatively small [28][30] Question: Update on non-accrual companies, specifically Hobbs? - Management remains optimistic about Hobbs and expects it to return to accrual status by the end of the year, with improvements in profitability noted [31][32] Question: What is the rationale for the dividend recap with Educators Resource? - The dividend recap was seen as a reinvestment decision, allowing the management team to gain liquidity while the company continues to perform well [49][52] Question: Current spillover amount? - The company ended the year with $55.3 million in spillover, which covers the current monthly distribution and the supplemental distribution to be paid in June [54][55]

图片来源：Getty Images 在关税压力与原油价格低迷的双重挑战下，康菲石油公司与其他美国石油生产商正着手削减成本。不 过，现阶段他们仅采取适度的成本削减策略，以此维系运营灵活性，同时避免流失大量经验丰富的钻井 及水力压裂作业人员。 美国最大的独立油气生产商康菲石油公司5月8日表示，将2025年资本支出削减3.5%，降至124.5亿美元 的中点指导值，即缩减4.5亿美元。这与本周公布财报的其他主要石油生产商将资本支出削减2.5%到 10%不等的做法不谋而合。 5月8日，美国基准油价略低于每桶60美元的关键阈值。兰斯认为，油价处于这一水平并不足以促使公司 采取重大调整举措。通常情况下，企业将每桶65美元视为相对健康的油价标准，而当油价低于每桶60美 元时，便会着手削减开支。 兰斯说："目前应克制过激行动。既不能反应过激，也不应逃避现实。" 康菲石油公司在去年11月完成了对马拉松石油公司（Marathon Oil）高达225亿美元的巨额收购，除了适 度削减开支外，其当前计划基本保持不变。这包括尽管资本支出和运营支出有所压缩，但仍维持此前设 定的石油产量目标。 康菲石油公司的削减措施主要集中在推迟部分业务的临 ...

Group 1: Company Performance - The company achieved a total revenue of 436.06 million yuan in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 3.42% [3] - The net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 1.13% to 92.36 million yuan compared to the previous year [3] - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses increased by 3.09% to 68.70 million yuan [3] Group 2: Shareholder Engagement - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 3.20 yuan per 10 shares (including tax) for the 2024 fiscal year [3] - The company has maintained a consistent dividend payout of approximately 90% of profits to shareholders over the years [2] Group 3: Strategic Direction - The company aims to maintain its leading position in core equipment and continuously provide solutions for high-end clients [2] - The company is cautious about mergers and acquisitions, focusing on suitable targets and favorable conditions for growth [2] - The company is committed to expanding into new fields while leveraging existing advantages [2] Group 4: Market Position and Competition - The company holds a strong competitive position in the optical detection equipment industry, with no significant challenges from competitors [2] - The company has maintained a reasonable gross margin, reflecting its strong competitive and pricing power [2]

Core Viewpoint - Solventum reported strong financial performance in Q1 2025, with a revenue of $2.1 billion, a year-over-year growth of 2.7%, and an adjusted EPS of $1.34, exceeding market expectations, leading to a 5% increase in stock price [1][5]. Financial Performance and Future Outlook - In Q1 2025, Solventum's revenue breakdown by business segments showed strong performance: - MedSurg generated $1.281 billion (approximately 61% of total sales), with a 3.4% year-over-year increase driven by demand for V.A.C. negative pressure wound therapy systems and Tegaderm transparent dressings [3]. - Dental Solutions achieved $336 million (approximately 16% of total sales), with a 0.4% year-over-year increase, supported by the partnership with SprintRay for 3D-printed dental crowns [4]. - Health Information Systems reported $273 million (approximately 13% of total sales), with a 3.6% year-over-year increase, benefiting from hospital digital transformation and new AI-driven coding tools [4]. - Purification and Filtration generated $210 million (approximately 10% of total sales), with plans to divest this segment to optimize business structure [4]. - The company has raised its full-year organic sales growth forecast to 1.5% to 2.5% and expects adjusted EPS to reach $5.45 to $5.65 [6]. Strategic Progress and Transformation - Since its spin-off, Solventum has made significant strategic progress: - The company took on $8.3 billion in debt during its spin-off from 3M and secured $600 million in cash and equivalents to support independent operations [7]. - Solventum acquired MediWound, an Israeli wound care company, enhancing its market share in the MedSurg sector [8]. - The company announced the sale of its Purification and Filtration business for $4.1 billion to Thermo Fisher Scientific, aiming to optimize its business portfolio and focus on high-growth areas [8]. - Solventum plans to use proceeds from the sale for strategic acquisitions, targeting small medical technology companies with annual revenues between $50 million and $200 million [9]. Challenges and Risks - Solventum faces several challenges: - Tariffs and macroeconomic factors are expected to impact earnings by $80 million to $100 million in 2025, with foreign exchange fluctuations negatively affecting Q1 sales growth by 1.5 percentage points [10]. - The company carries a significant debt burden of $8.3 billion, which remains a financial challenge despite debt management efforts [11]. - Intense competition in the global medical market, particularly in the MedSurg and Health Information Systems sectors, necessitates ongoing innovation and enhancement of product and service competitiveness [12]. About Solventum - Solventum originated from 3M's healthcare business and became an independent medical technology company after its spin-off in 2024, inheriting over 20,000 employees and 6,500 patents, with a customer base in over 90 countries [13]. - The company's business composition includes: - MedSurg: 61% of total sales, focusing on wound care, infection prevention, and surgical supplies [13]. - Dental Solutions: 16%, offering dental restoration materials and digital dental technology [13]. - Health Information Systems: 13%, providing information management software and data analytics tools for hospitals [13]. - Purification and Filtration: 10%, specializing in water and air purification technologies [13].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - First quarter revenue was $391 million, down from $425.6 million in the prior year, reflecting an 8% decrease [10][25] - Gross profit for the quarter was $102.8 million, with a margin of 26.3%, a slight increase of 10 basis points compared to the same period in 2024 [11] - Operating income was $44.5 million, with an operating margin of 11.4%, improving by 40 basis points year-over-year [11][25] - Net income for the first quarter was $31.8 million, or $2.64 per diluted share, compared to $32.1 million, or $2.57 per diluted share in the previous year [11][26] - Total debt was $216.8 million, with net debt of $16.5 million, a significant improvement of $83.2 million or 91.7% compared to the first quarter of 2024 [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Industrial Equipment division reported record net sales of $227.1 million, representing 12.5% organic growth compared to the first quarter of 2024 [13][20] - The Vegetation Management division's net sales were $163.9 million, a 26.8% reduction year-over-year, but showed a 2.6% sequential improvement [12][21] - Operating income for the Industrial Equipment division was $31.2 million, or 13.7% of net sales, reflecting a 20 basis point improvement from the previous year [13][20] - The Vegetation Management division's operating income was $13.3 million, or 8.1% of net sales, down from $21.7 million and 9.7% in the prior year [21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The backlog for the Industrial Equipment division was $513 million, down 8.3% year-over-year but up 6.6% sequentially [20] - Order bookings in the Vegetation Management division improved nearly 18% year-over-year and 3% sequentially [22] - Agricultural equipment orders in North America were up 26% year-over-year, indicating a recovery in demand [22][23] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on driving growth and optimizing operations while maintaining a strong balance sheet [16][27] - There is an active pursuit of acquisition opportunities, with a notable increase in the number of meaningful scale opportunities available [27][28] - The company aims to achieve a 15% margin target in the Vegetation Management division as markets recover [67] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism regarding the company's position and outlook for the remainder of 2025, despite ongoing risks from tariffs and global market uncertainties [26][27] - The governmental and industrial contractor markets are expected to continue strong, with no significant changes in spending patterns [38] - The company anticipates sequential improvements in both sales and margins for the Industrial Equipment and Vegetation Management divisions in Q2 [80] Other Important Information - The company approved a quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share, reflecting its commitment to delivering long-term value to shareholders [16] - Interest expense decreased by $2.9 million compared to the same period in 2024, driven by lower debt levels [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the pain points from tariffs? - Management indicated that about 70% of consolidated revenue comes from the U.S., with minimal impact from tariffs on production shifts from Canada to the U.S. [30][31] Question: What is the impact of tariffs on customer demand? - Management noted that demand might change primarily in non-governmental markets, with governmental spending remaining strong [37][38] Question: What drove the 40 basis point increase in operating margin despite lower sales? - Cost reduction initiatives and facility consolidations were key drivers of the improved operating margin [44][49] Question: What is the outlook for M&A activity? - M&A remains the first priority, with several large transactions and smaller tuck-in opportunities actively pursued [50][51] Question: What is the expectation for vegetation revenues in the back half of 2025? - Management expressed optimism for a gradual increase in vegetation revenues, supported by improving order bookings and dealer restocking [55][56] Question: Are there further cost reduction initiatives planned? - While major cost reduction initiatives are complete, there are ongoing efforts to gain efficiencies from recent facility consolidations [63][65] Question: How will steel prices impact costs? - Management has largely passed on steel price increases to the market and closely monitors steel costs across facilities [76][77] Question: What is the outlook for Q2 relative to Q1? - Expectations for Q2 include sequential improvements in both sales and margins for the Industrial Equipment and Vegetation Management divisions [80]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Q1 2025 revenue was $154 million, a 7% sequential decline and 12% lower than Q1 2024 [12] - Consolidated adjusted EBITDA was $13.8 million with a 9% margin, down from 13.7% in Q4 2024 but up from 7% in Q1 2024 [12] - Adjusted EBITDA margin increased by 208 basis points year-over-year despite a 125% decline in revenue and rig count [6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Southwest segment revenue was $65.2 million, with adjusted EBITDA at its highest level since Q3 2023, reflecting a 6% sequential increase [14][16] - Rockies segment revenue was $47.8 million, with adjusted EBITDA up 524% year-over-year despite a 13% decline in rig count [14] - Northeast Mid Con segment revenue was $41 million, with a sequential decrease of 18% primarily due to operational issues [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Southwest represented 42% of Q1 revenue, up from 37% in Q4, while the Northeast Mid Con was 27%, down from 30% [9] - Drilling, completion, and production services contributed approximately 20%, 51%, and 29% of Q1 revenue, respectively [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on cost controls and has implemented changes to its cost structure, expecting lower SG&A levels to continue [13] - KLX is developing a second-generation version of its Oracle SRT tool, which is gaining market acceptance [7] - The company is exploring strategic M&A opportunities to align with growth and deleveraging goals, despite market challenges [24] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted the macro environment remains volatile due to OPEC+ production increases and tariff policies impacting commodity prices [6] - For Q2 2025, the company anticipates modest revenue growth and margin expansion, particularly in the Southwest segment [21] - The company remains optimistic about the US natural gas market and its implications for service providers [22] Other Important Information - The company ended Q1 with $58.1 million in liquidity, including $14.6 million in cash and $43.5 million available on its revolving credit facility [17] - CapEx for Q1 was $15 million gross, with expectations to reduce full-year CapEx estimates to $40 million to $50 million [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: About the Q2 guidance and recovery in the Rockies - Management indicated that while the guidance may seem conservative, it is based on current forecasts and the unpredictable nature of the market [28] Question: Impact of lower oil prices on rig count - Management noted that smaller operators are more sensitive to commodity prices and may delay projects, impacting overall activity [32] Question: Flexibility of the PIK option and capital allocation - Management explained that the PIK option provides flexibility to manage cash flow, especially during uncertain market conditions [36] Question: Positioning for gas plays and asset relocation - Management confirmed that they are well-positioned for gas plays and can relocate assets if necessary [42] Question: M&A opportunities and geographic strategy - Management stated that they are being opportunistic regarding M&A and are not geographically focused, but rather looking for deleveraging opportunities [52]