Global Industrial Company (GIC) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 29, 2025 05:00 PM ET Company Participants Mike Smargiassi - Founding PartnerAnesa Chaibi - CEOTex Clark - Senior Vice President and Chief Financial OfficerMichael Francis - Equity Research Associate Conference Call Participants Anthony Lebiedzinski - Senior Equity Research AnalystMatt Kaelberer - Research Analyst Operator Industrial Company First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Call. All participants will be in a listen only mode. After today's ...

This account is managed by Noah's Arc Capital Management. Our goal is provide Wall Street level insights to main street investors. Our research focus is mainly on 20th century stocks (old economy) undergoing a 21st century transformation, but occasionally we'll write on companies that help transform 20th century firms as well. We look for innovations in a business model that will cause a stock to change dramatically. Associated with SA contributor Elijah Buell.Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have no stock, optio ...

Deutsche Bank (DB) reported first-quarter 2025 earnings attributable to its shareholders of €1.78 billion ($2.01 billion), up 39.2% year over year.This Germany-based lender reported a profit before tax of €2.8 billion ($3.2 billion), up 39.3% year over year. The reported figure included €30 million ($34.1 million) of litigation items. Results were aided by a rise in revenues and lower expenses. However, higher provision for credit losses was a spoilsport.Deutsche Bank’s Revenues & ExpensesThe bank generated ...

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The Company Also Completed its Annual 4/20 GiveawayCALGARY, AB, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - High Tide Inc. ("High Tide" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: HITI) (TSXV: HITI) (FSE: 2LYA), the high-impact, retail-forward enterprise built to deliver real-world value across every component of cannabis, announced today that April 17, 2025, through April 20, 2025 ("'4/20' Long Weekend"), it generated CAD $6.8 million in total retail gross revenues ("Total Sales") across all retail platforms, representing a 10% increase ...

CBIZ, Inc. (NYSE:CBZ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call April 24, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Lori Novickis - Director-Corporate Relations Jerry Grisko - President and Chief Executive Officer Brad Lakhia - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Christopher Moore - CJS Securities Andrew Nicholas - William Blair Marc Riddick - Sidoti Operator Good day, and welcome to the CBIZ First Quarter 2025 Results Conference Call. [Operator Instructions] Please note, this event is being recorded. I ...

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) and Target Corporation (TGT) are two of the most recognized names in the Retail–Discount Stores industry. Costco, with a massive market capitalization of about $433 billion, operates a membership-based warehouse model focused on selling bulk goods at discounted prices. Target, with a market capitalization of nearly $42 billion, operates as a general merchandise retailer, catering to a broad consumer base with a mix of essential goods, apparel, electronics and household it ...

VANCOUVER, BC, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Wheaton Precious Metals™ Corp. will release its 2025 first quarter results on Thursday, May 8, 2025, after market close. A conference call will be held on Friday, May 9, 2025, starting at 11:00 am ET (8:00 am PT) to discuss these results. To participate in the live call, please use one of the following methods: RapidConnect URL:                                     Click here Live webcast: Click here  Dial toll free: 1-888-510-2154 or 1-437-900-0527     ...

Viant Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: DSP ) 's scalable, fixed-cost-heavy structure positioned it to convert modest revenue growth into outsized profitability. Viant returned to profitability in 2024, and its strong balance sheet adds to its financial flexibility. While peer comparisons showBSc (Eng), MBA. Self-taught value investor with 2 decades of investing experience. Blogger at i4value.asia. The blog is on value investing through case studies where I analyze and value listed companies in the ASEAN and US regi ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved high single-digit sales growth of 7% in Q1 2025, with adjusted earnings per share (EPS) growing 11% to $1.09, finishing at the high end of the guidance range [12][29][27] - Excluding COVID testing sales, sales growth was over 8% [12] - Gross margin expanded by 140 basis points, and operating margin increased by 130 basis points compared to the prior year [27][30] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Nutrition sales increased by 7%, driven by high single-digit growth in adult nutrition and double-digit growth in US pediatric nutrition [14] - Diagnostics sales declined by 5%, primarily due to a decrease in COVID-19 testing sales; core laboratory diagnostics grew 6.5% excluding China [15][29] - Established a new system, Alinity N, for molecular nucleic acid testing, representing a billion-dollar market opportunity [17] - Medical devices sales grew 12.5%, with continuous glucose monitors achieving over 20% growth [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales in the EPD segment increased by 8%, with double-digit growth in more than half of the key 15 markets [18] - The US dollar's weakening had a favorable impact on sales compared to exchange rates at the time of the previous earnings call [29] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on navigating the complexities of a dynamic economic environment, including the impact of new tariff policies [10][11] - A diversified business model is emphasized as a strength, allowing the company to manage global challenges effectively [10] - The company plans to launch over 25 key new products over the next three years, contributing to sustained growth [27] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in maintaining guidance despite tariff impacts, estimating a few hundred million dollars in tariff-related costs for 2025 [45][46] - The company is actively assessing various scenarios to mitigate tariff impacts and is optimistic about its manufacturing network's flexibility [50][52] - Management expects the second half of 2025 to outperform the first half due to new product launches and improved market conditions [102] Other Important Information - The company is investing in R&D and expanding its portfolio in biosimilars and diagnostics, with a focus on enhancing its competitive position [18][90] - The company is also exploring M&A opportunities in medical devices and diagnostics while maintaining a disciplined approach to capital allocation [94][96] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of tariffs on full-year guidance - Management confirmed that tariffs will have a financial impact, estimating a few hundred million dollars for 2025, with a focus on mitigating strategies [45][46] Question: State of the EP franchise and Volt approval timeline - Management expressed optimism about the EP franchise, highlighting strong initial feedback for Volt and a potential US approval timeline in early 2026 [65][66] Question: Broader diagnostic strategy and M&A considerations - Management acknowledged challenges in the diagnostics segment, particularly in China, and emphasized the importance of M&A to enhance growth [82][90] Question: Acceleration of top-line growth in the second half - Management indicated that new product launches and favorable comparisons to previous year performance will drive growth acceleration [102][106] Question: Gross margin expectations amid tariff impacts - Management confirmed that tariffs would primarily affect gross margins, but favorable FX movements could help offset some impacts [108] Question: Plans for seeking exemptions from tariffs - Management stated that while they are engaged with industry associations, they do not rely on hope for tariff exemptions and are focused on data-driven strategies [130][132] Question: Diversified model and potential for unlocking value - Management reiterated the value of their diversified model and stated that they are continuously evaluating opportunities to create value without current plans for divestitures [138][140]