Announcing New $250M Share Repurchase Total Revenue Increased 35% YOY to $265 million and Royalty Revenue Increased 39% YOY to $168 million Net Income Increased 54% YOY to $118 million; Adjusted EBITDA Increased 40% YOY to $162 million; GAAP Diluted EPS Increased 55% YOY to $0.93; non-GAAP Diluted EPS Increased 41% YOY to $1.111 Raising 2025 Financial Guidance Ranges for Total Revenue to $1,200 - $1,280 million, Representing YOY Growth of 18% - 26%, Adjusted EBITDA to $790 - $840 million, Representing YOY G ...

Vistra Corp. (VST) is expected to deliver improvements in its top line and its earnings per share when it reports first-quarter 2025 results on May 7, before market open. (See the Zacks Earnings Calendar to stay ahead of market-making news.)The Zacks Consensus Estimate for VST’s first-quarter revenues is pegged at $4.4 billion, indicating an increase of 44.14% from the year-ago reported figure.The Zacks Consensus Estimate for VST’s first-quarter earnings is pegged at 54 cents per share, indicating a 134.8% ...

HOUSTON, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Service Corporation International (NYSE: SCI), the largest provider of deathcare products and services in North America, today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of thirty-two cents per share of common stock.  The quarterly cash dividend announced today is payable on June 30, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 13, 2025.  While the Company intends to pay regular quarterly cash dividends for the foresee ...

KH Group PlcStock exchange release 6 May 2025 at 6:15 pm EEST Decisions of KH Group’s Annual General Meeting and the constitutive meeting of the Board of Directors KH Group Plc’s Annual General Meeting was held on 6 May 2025 at Sanomatalo, Flik Event Studio Eliel, at the address Töölönlahdenkatu 2, 00100 Helsinki, Finland. The Annual General Meeting supported all the proposals included in the notice of the Annual General Meeting. The General Meeting adopted the financial statements for the financial period ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated revenues for the first quarter were $148.8 million, an increase of $10.2 million or 7.4% compared to the prior year quarter, with revenue growth in both divisions [10] - Operating loss for the quarter was $20.4 million, a decline of $3.7 million compared to the prior year quarter [10] - Consolidated adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter was a loss of $0.3 million, a decrease of $2.6 million over the first quarter of fiscal 2024 [11] - Cash flow from operations was a use of cash of $35.3 million in the first quarter, compared to cash used by operations of $15.1 million in the prior year quarter [20] - Total capital expenditures during the first quarter were $23 million, compared to $15.4 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2024 [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes Theater Division - Total revenue for the first quarter was $87.4 million, an increase of 7.5% compared to the prior year first quarter [12] - Comparable theater admission revenue increased by 1.3% and comparable theater attendance increased by 6.9% compared to the prior year [12] - Theater division adjusted EBITDA was $3.7 million, compared to $6.2 million in the prior year quarter [17] Hotels and Resorts Division - Revenues were $61.3 million for the first quarter, an increase of 7.2% compared to the prior year [18] - RevPAR for comparable owned hotels grew by 1.1% during the first quarter, with an average daily rate (ADR) increase of 8% [18] - Hotels adjusted EBITDA increased by $1 million in the first quarter compared to the prior year quarter [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Comparable competitive hotels in the markets experienced RevPAR growth of 6.7% for the first quarter, indicating that the company's hotels underperformed the competitive set by 5.6 percentage points [19] - The upper upscale segment experienced an increase in RevPAR of 2.8% during the first quarter, indicating that the company's hotels underperformed the industry by 1.7 percentage points [19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to maintain a focus on long-term value creation while managing short-term dynamics, with expectations for growth in both theater and hotel divisions [25] - The company is investing in enhancing customer experience through new ScreenX auditoriums and additional concession stands at Dine-in Movie Tavern locations [30][32] - The company is optimistic about the film slate for the rest of the year and into 2026, with several major franchises expected to perform well [34] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged that the first quarter did not meet expectations but expressed optimism for the summer movie season and the overall outlook for the year [25][26] - The company is prepared to react quickly to any economic uncertainties that may arise, leveraging its diversified business model [26][40] - Management emphasized the importance of attendance and customer experience, indicating a thoughtful approach to pricing in a potentially slowing economy [29][46] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 424,000 shares of common stock for $7.1 million in cash during the quarter [23] - The Hilton Milwaukee renovation is progressing as planned, with 65% of the guest rooms completed and expected to be fully operational by June 30 [39] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of concessions per patron - Management indicated that the change in food and beverage per caps was primarily due to pricing, with no significant changes in incidence or basket size [45] Question: Ability to take price increases - Management expressed confidence in their ability to manage pricing, noting that they have successfully passed through price increases in the past [46] Question: Hilton Milwaukee renovation pricing strategy - Management views the renovation as an opportunity to hold or potentially increase prices, especially with the upcoming convention center demand [47][50] Question: Impact of Marcus Movie Club on ticket pricing - Management reported that the initial results of the subscription product are positive, but its impact is still minimal [56] Question: Group pace and market dynamics - Management noted that group business is performing well, particularly in recently renovated properties, and that bookings are solid across several markets [58] Question: Labor expense impact and staffing levels - Management indicated that higher labor costs were due to a return to normal operating hours and that there is room for improvement in labor efficiency [75][76]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, comparable diluted earnings per share increased to $0.76 from $0.68 in Q1 2024, representing a 12% growth [12] - Comparable net earnings for Q1 2025 were $216 million, driven by higher volumes, lower interest expenses, and cost management initiatives [12][14] - The company anticipates a net debt to comparable EBITDA ratio of 2.75 times by year-end 2025 and plans to repurchase at least $1.3 billion worth of shares in 2025 [15][16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - North and Central America saw a 2% increase in comparable operating earnings, driven by stronger-than-expected volume performance, particularly in energy drinks and non-alcoholic beverages [12][13] - EMEA segment volume remained robust, with comparable operating earnings increasing by 13% [13] - South America experienced a 25% increase in segment comparable operating earnings, supported by strong volume performance across all markets [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Global shipments increased by 2.6% year-over-year in Q1 2025, with volume growth expected to be in the 2% to 3% range for the year [8][9] - In EMEA, mid-single-digit volume growth is anticipated for 2025, driven by the competitive advantages of aluminum packaging [9] - In South America, recovery in Argentina and Chile, along with growth in Brazil, is expected to drive volume growth above the long-term range of 4% to 6% in 2025 [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on achieving 11% to 14% comparable diluted earnings per share growth in 2025 and generating record adjusted free cash flow [7][19] - A strategic partnership, Oasis Venture Holdings, was formed to enhance the aluminum cup business, indicating a focus on long-term growth potential [10] - The company emphasizes operational excellence, disciplined cost management, and driving efficiency across the organization [17][20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management remains confident in navigating uncertainties related to tariffs and consumer pressures, particularly in the U.S., while sustaining positive momentum [7][19] - The company is optimistic about the resilience of its global portfolio and strong customer alignment, which positions it well to handle potential economic slowdowns [10][19] - Management highlighted the importance of monitoring geopolitical developments and their potential impact on operations [17] Other Important Information - The company has repurchased $651 million worth of shares year-to-date and plans to continue aggressive stock repurchases [15] - The effective tax rate for 2025 is expected to be slightly above 22%, influenced by lower year-over-year tax credits [16] - Capital expenditures for 2025 are expected to be slightly below depreciation and amortization, in the range of $600 million [15][16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you frame your supply position in Europe and the next leg of incremental growth? - Management indicated that they have made significant investments in Europe, which allows for scaling up production, and they expect continued growth into 2026 and 2027 [25][28] Question: How are self-improvement initiatives tracking in North America? - Management noted that while they do not expect margin expansion, they are seeing improvements in Europe and South America due to lean initiatives [30] Question: What is the impact of tariffs on demand, particularly regarding Mexico beer exposure? - Management stated that the impact of tariffs is minimal and they have not seen significant changes in customer behavior or forecasts [36][38] Question: How is the promotional environment shaping up in major markets? - Management observed that there has been innovation in the energy segment and a more deliberate effort to price products to drive volume [46] Question: Can the company achieve 11% EPS growth if volume falls short due to tariffs? - Management expressed confidence in navigating uncertainties and highlighted the resilience of aluminum packaging in a recession [70][74] Question: What are the expectations for margin sustainability in North America? - Management acknowledged that maintaining current margins will be challenging due to affordability concerns among CPG customers [112][114] Question: How is the company adjusting its mix in specialty cans? - Management noted that there is growth in 12-ounce cans and that affordability is a key factor in the current market [115] Question: What are the trends in Latin America and expectations for growth? - Management indicated that Brazil is expected to see 2% to 3% growth, with recovery in Argentina and Chile contributing to overall growth in the region [121][123] Question: How should the market view supply-demand dynamics in Europe? - Management highlighted that Europe presents more growth opportunities than North America due to the shift away from glass packaging [125][128]

Boise Cascade Company (BCC) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 06, 2025 09:30 AM ET Company Participants Chris Forrey - Vice President of Finance & Investor RelationsNate Jorgensen - CEO & DirectorKelly Hibbs - SVP, CFO, & TreasurerTroy Little - Executive Vice President of Wood ProductsGeorge Staphos - Managing DirectorJeff Strom - Chief Operating OfficerZack Pacheco - Equity Research AssociateJo Barney - EVP - Building Materials DistributionKetan Mamtora - Director - Building Products Equity Research Conference Cal ...

Sunstone Hotel Investors (SHO) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 06, 2025 10:30 AM ET Speaker0 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Sunstone Hotel Investors First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. Later, we will conduct a question and answer session and instructions will be given at that time. I would like to remind everyone that this conference is being recorded today, 05/06/2025, at 10:30 a. M. Eastern T ...

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock (GLDD) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 06, 2025 10:00 AM ET Speaker0 Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Q1 twenty twenty five Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Corp Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in listen only mode. After the speakers' presentation, there will be a question and answer session. To ask a question during the session, you will need to press 11 on your telephone. You will then hear an automated message advising that your hand is r ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Q1 2025 was described as a solid start to the year with reaffirmed full-year 2025 adjusted EBITDA guidance across all of IAC [6][18] - The company repurchased 4,500,000 shares and increased share repurchase authorization by 10,000,000 shares [6][12] - DDM (Dotdash Meredith) grew digital revenues by 7% in Q1 and increased EBITDA by 46%, excluding a one-time lease gain [8][10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - DDM's digital advertising revenue was up 1% in Q1, with premium demand remaining stable despite a decline in core traffic [35][40] - Licensing revenue led growth with a 30% increase, aided by the OpenAI license and strong performance at Apple News [36] - Performance marketing also showed strong growth at 11% [36] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The macroeconomic outlook remains uncertain, with consumer spending through DDM's performance marketing being solid despite weak consumer confidence [15][18] - Programmatic pricing has softened, running flat year over year after previously increasing [17][18] - The advertising base showed strength in pharma, tech, and beauty, offsetting weaknesses in food and beverage [17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on executing growth across its businesses and capital allocation, including share buybacks and M&A opportunities [11][12] - The strategy includes pursuing strategic divestitures of smaller holdings to free up capital [13] - The company aims to create equity value and reduce the discount between share price and intrinsic value [10][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management is carefully monitoring the macroeconomic environment for signs of stability or weakness among consumers and brands [18] - The company is optimistic about future growth, particularly in 2026, with several key projects underway [22][26] - Management acknowledged the challenges in the advertising market but emphasized the strength of their brands and execution capabilities [40][41] Other Important Information - The company reached an agreement to settle litigation related to the match separation with minimal additional costs [10] - The appointment of Jim Lawson as President of Decipher was highlighted as a strategic move to enhance the product's market presence [48][50] Q&A Session Summary Question: Key priorities for 2026 TDM revenue growth and capital allocation - Management discussed ongoing projects like the People app and MyRecipes, emphasizing their focus on meeting younger audiences [22][24] - Capital allocation will balance between share repurchases and M&A opportunities, with a cautious optimism for new investments [27][28] Question: Q1 trends in DDM Digital revenue - Management noted that Q1 faced tough comparisons and a decline in core traffic, but licensing and performance marketing showed strong growth [34][36] Question: Impact of Google’s AI transition and programmatic softness - Management indicated that the impact of Google's AI changes is not significant yet, and programmatic pricing has stabilized after a period of growth [114][116] Question: Appointment of Jim Lawson and Decipher's strategy - The appointment was seen as a strategic advantage to enhance Decipher's market presence and execution capabilities [48][50] Question: AI opportunities across the IAC portfolio - Management highlighted ongoing AI applications in various segments, particularly in improving customer service and marketing efficiency [83][85]