Newell Brands (NWL) Q2 2025 Earnings Call August 01, 2025 07:30 AM ET Speaker0Good morning and welcome to Newell Brands Second Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. After a brief discussion by management, we will open up the call for your questions. In order to stay within the time scheduled for the call, please limit yourself to one question during the Q and A session. Today's conference call is being recorded.A live webcast of the ca ...

Core Viewpoint - High-growth tech stocks are becoming more expensive, prompting investors to consider the auto sector for potential bargains, particularly Ford and General Motors, which both exceeded Q2 expectations [1][2]. Group 1: Q2 Results - Ford's Q2 sales increased by 5% year over year to $46.94 billion, surpassing estimates of $41.72 billion by 12%. However, tariff costs of $800 million impacted earnings, resulting in Q2 EPS of $0.37, down from $0.47 a year ago but above expectations of $0.34 [3]. - General Motors reported Q2 sales of $47.12 billion, exceeding estimates of $46.24 billion but down 2% year over year. Q2 EPS was $2.53, exceeding expectations of $2.39 by 6%, but down 17% from $3.06 in the prior period, impacted by $1.1 billion in tariffs [4]. Group 2: Guidance - Ford reinstated its full-year guidance, projecting adjusted EBIT of $6.5-$7.5 billion, revised down from $7-$8.5 billion, accounting for an estimated $2 billion net tariff-related impact. Adjusted free cash flow is forecasted at $3.5-$4.5 billion with capital expenditures around $9 billion [5]. - General Motors reaffirmed its full-year guidance, expecting FY25 adjusted EBIT of $8.2-$10.1 billion and raised its annual net income guidance to $11.2-$12.5 billion from a previous range of $10.4-$11.1 billion, considering an estimated $5 billion tariff-related hit [6]. Group 3: Stock Performance - Year to date, Ford's stock is up approximately 11% to around $11 per share, while General Motors shares are virtually flat at around $53. Ford has outperformed the S&P 500's gains of 8% this year [7]. - Over the last five years, General Motors' stock has increased over 100%, outperforming the broader market and the Automotive-Domestic Market's returns of 73%, while Ford's stock has risen 65% [8]. Group 4: EPS Outlook & Valuation - General Motors has a forward earnings multiple of 5.5X, with annual EPS expected to dip 11% in FY25 but projected to stabilize and rise 3% in FY26 to $9.69. Ford's forward earnings multiple is 9.5X, below the industry average of 12X, with FY25 EPS expected to drop 38% to $1.14 [9]. - Ford's annual EPS is forecasted to rebound and rise 13% in FY26 to $1.28 [9]. Group 5: Dividend Comparison - Ford offers a dividend yield of 5.52%, significantly higher than General Motors' 1.15% yield and the S&P 500's average of 1.16%. General Motors also provides a generous dividend compared to most automakers [10]. Group 6: Conclusion - Following Q2 reports, both Ford and General Motors hold a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold). General Motors presents a more appealing investment potential due to its robust bottom line, while income investors may prefer Ford's stock [14].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated net sales were $311 million, down 6.2% from $332 million in the same quarter last year [19] - Adjusted EBITDA margin decreased to 16.7% from 19% in the prior year [9] - GAAP net income attributable to the company for the quarter was $9.2 million compared to $24.6 million last year [22] - Adjusted diluted EPS was $0.57 versus $0.89 in the same period last year [23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Machine Clothing reported revenues of $181 million, a decrease of 6.5% year-over-year [20] - Engineered Composites segment revenues were $130 million, reflecting a sequential growth of 14% from the first quarter [13] - Machine Clothing gross profit decreased to $84 million from $89 million in the prior year, while gross margin improved by 40 basis points to 46.3% [20] - AEC gross profit decreased to $14 million from $24 million, primarily due to cumulative EAC adjustments [21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America experienced a slight decline in deliveries due to packaging machine production curtailments [11] - Europe showed solid signs of recovery with good deliveries and orders, offsetting weakening conditions in Asia, particularly in China [11] - The global MC order backlog remains healthy, indicating confidence for a stronger second half of the year [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on optimizing its global production footprint and has commenced two additional facility closures [7] - Investments in operational excellence are aimed at transforming execution of current programs and driving process improvements [8] - Advanced air mobility is identified as a significant source of growth, with new long-term agreements and investments in capabilities [15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in recovery despite second quarter results lagging expectations due to timing and operational issues [5] - The company expects global growth to continue as tariff environments become more predictable [6] - Full year guidance is reaffirmed, projecting stronger performance in the second half driven by ramping programs and operational efficiencies [25] Other Important Information - The company successfully completed its S4HANA upgrade, enhancing systems and operational efficiencies [17] - Will Station has been appointed as the new CFO, bringing extensive experience from McKesson and Boeing [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you talk about overall build rates in aerospace? - Management noted that ramp-up is occurring as Boeing is destocking and material is being brought in, indicating momentum towards prior production levels [28] Question: What factors could affect revenue range in the second half? - Key factors include Machine Clothing synergies and increased commercial programs at AEC, which are expected to drive growth and profitability [29] Question: Can you provide updates on the CH-53K program? - The ramp-up is being approached carefully, with significant investments in team training and production capabilities [33] Question: Can you elaborate on AEC margins and investments in labor? - AEC is performing well, but challenges remain with the CH-53K program, requiring more resources and time for ramp-up [37] Question: What gives confidence to maintain guidance despite challenges? - Confidence stems from improved performance indicators, including reduced quality issues and better operational efficiency [45] Question: What new programs are ramping up in the second half? - Existing and new programs, including the Bell 525 and JASSM, are expected to contribute to growth in the second half [48] Question: Can you provide details on the 3D woven composite parts? - The company is focused on replacing titanium with 3D woven technology, with certification expected in the next 18 months [55]

Xylem (XYL) Q2 2025 Earnings Call July 31, 2025 09:00 AM ET Speaker0Good day, everyone, and welcome to Xylem's Second Quarter twenty twenty five Results Conference Call. All participants will be in a listen only mode. After today's presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions. Please note that today's event is being recorded. At this time, I'd like to turn the floor over to Mr.Keith Buettner, Vice President, Investor Relations and FP and A. Sir, please go ahead.Speaker1Thank you, operator. Go ...

Merit Medical Systems (MMSI) Q2 2025 Earnings Call July 30, 2025 05:00 PM ET Company ParticipantsFred Lampropoulos - Founder, Chairman, CEO & PresidentBrian Lloyd - Chief Legal Officer & Corporate SecretaryRaul Parra - CFO & TreasurerJayson Bedford - MD - Medical TechnologyConference Call ParticipantsJason Bednar - MD & Senior Research AnalystRobert Marcus - Senior AnalystSteven Lichtman - MD & Senior Analyst - Medical DevicesJames Sidoti - AnalystNone - AnalystMike Matson - MD - Senior Equity Research Anal ...

Global Industrial Company (GIC) Q2 2025 Earnings Call July 29, 2025 05:00 PM ET Speaker0Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Global Industrial's Second Quarter twenty twenty May Call. At this time, I would like to turn the call over to Mike Smargiassi of The Plunkett Group. Please go ahead.Speaker1Thank you, and welcome to the Global Industrial second quarter twenty twenty five earnings call. Today's call will include formal remarks from Anissa Chibi, Chief Executive Officer and Tex Clark, S ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company generated $4.4 billion in revenue, with a gross profit of $752 million and a gross profit margin of 17.2% [11] - Adjusted operating margin was 5.8%, and adjusted earnings per share (EPS) was $7.43, with adjusted EBITDA at $256 million [12][19] - Adjusted net income for the quarter was $146 million, with a non-cash deferral headwind of $0.43 per share due to TCA [19][20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Same store revenue for new vehicles increased by 9% year over year, with units up by 7% and average gross profit per vehicle at $3,611 [12][12] - Used vehicle unit volume decreased by 4% year over year, with retail gross profit per unit at $17,290, marking the fourth quarter of sequential growth [13][14] - Parts and service gross profit increased by 7%, with a gross profit margin of 59.2% and a fixed absorption rate over 100% [16][17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The same store new day supply was 59 days at the end of June, while the used day supply of inventory was 37 days [12][14] - The company noted strong demand in the second quarter, although a decline was observed as the quarter progressed due to tariff impacts [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on integrating the Herb Chambers acquisition and optimizing its portfolio by divesting nine stores, which generated proceeds of $250 million to $270 million [11][25] - The transition to Techeon is a key investment aimed at improving operational efficiency and guest experience, with full conversion expected by 2027 [10][60] - The company aims to reduce leverage over the next 12 to 18 months while remaining opportunistic with share repurchases [11][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the future, citing the resilience of the automotive retail business despite potential headwinds from tariffs and market conditions [81][82] - The company anticipates that the second half of the year will depend heavily on tariff decisions and their impact on consumer pricing [8][19] Other Important Information - The average age of passenger cars on the road is 14.5 years, indicating a strong potential for service growth in the parts and service business [18] - The company has a transaction-adjusted net leverage ratio of 2.46 times, which is expected to be above the target range following the Chambers acquisition [23][24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you walk through the cadence of GPU and units as the quarter progressed? - Management noted that GPUs started strong but adjusted as the quarter progressed, with expectations for GPUs to fall into the $2,500 to $3,000 range [27][30] Question: What initiatives are keeping SG&A under control? - The focus is on productivity per employee and maintaining discipline on headcount, with some costs related to Techeon conversion impacting the SG&A numbers [34][35] Question: What opportunities for improvement exist with the Herb Chambers acquisition? - Management highlighted the luxury mix and market presence of Herb Chambers, indicating potential for operational efficiencies and improved metrics [39][41] Question: How does the company plan to maintain parts and service growth amid tougher comparisons? - Management expressed confidence in maintaining mid-single-digit growth in parts and service, despite anticipated headwinds from warranty work [42][45] Question: What is the strategy regarding used GPUs and inventory? - The strategy remains focused on maximizing gross profit rather than volume, with continuous assessment of market conditions [54][56] Question: What are the implementation costs for Techeon? - Implementation costs for Techeon were approximately $2 million in the quarter, split between duplication and third-party audit costs [62]

Key Takeaways SYK Q2 revenue is expected to grow 9.9% to $5.96B, with EPS rising 8.9% to $3.06.SYK's Mako and MedSurg businesses likely drove growth, aided by new product rollouts and pricing.SYK faces early impact from tariffs, with $200M full-year cost expected to intensify in H2 2025.Stryker Corporation (SYK) is scheduled to release second-quarter 2025 results on July 31, after market close. In the last reported quarter, the company delivered an earnings surprise of 4.03%.Q2 EstimatesThe Zacks Consensus ...

July 28, 2025 06:07 PM GMT Asia Economics | Asia Pacific The Viewpoint: Dust Settles on Tariff Rates, But What's The Damage? Despite trade deals being concluded, we are ending up with much higher tariff rates across the board. This is already starting to impart some damage to the growth cycle through capex, as we expected. The growth drag will become more salient after front-loading effects fade. Key Takeaways In this report, we address the following key questions: 1. With trade deals coming in, what is the ...

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry Overview - The report focuses on the **transportation industry**, specifically the impact of tariffs on freight flows from **China to the USA** [1][2][3]. Core Observations - **Laden vessels from China to the USA** decreased by **8% week-over-week**, marking the fourth consecutive week of decline after a surge in inbound shipments [1][5]. - Year-over-year (YoY), laden vessels showed a **3% drop** [5]. - **Port of Los Angeles** is expected to see a **22% increase** in sequential imports, followed by a **17% decrease** two weeks later, indicating volatility in shipping patterns [5][40]. - **Rail intermodal volumes** on the West Coast increased by **5% YoY**, suggesting a recovery in logistics following previous declines [5]. - **Container rates** remained flat sequentially but are under significant pressure, down **70% YoY** [5][37]. Trade Scenarios for 2025 - Two potential scenarios for trade in 2025: 1. A surge in orders ahead of a **90-day tariff pause** in China. 2. A slowdown in activity due to uncertainty regarding tariffs and inventory management [6][7]. - The likelihood of a pull-forward surge is seen as more probable, complicating volume and earnings predictions for transportation companies [7]. Tariff Impact - The **30% tariffs** remain high, potentially affecting demand over time, especially as e-commerce faces the end of de minimis exemptions [8]. - Three possible outcomes for transport stocks: 1. A significant pull-forward leading to inventory build-up followed by a drop in freight demand in the second half of 2025. 2. A less pronounced pull-forward, leading to uncertainty for shippers. 3. Economic stability leading to increased orders as retailers face inventory shortages [11]. Freight Forwarders and Logistics - Freight forwarders like **EXPD** and **CHRW** are expected to benefit from volatility and potential surges in demand due to tariff pauses [12]. - **Parcel services** (e.g., **UPS** and **FDX**) may also benefit from increased demand for air freight during this period [14]. Container and TEU Trends - **TEUs** from China to the USA increased by **10% YoY** in the latest week, following a previous decline [21]. - The overall trend in TEUs remains volatile, reflecting the dynamic nature of trade flows [23][27]. Port Activity - **Chinese major port throughput** increased by **3% week-over-week** and **5% YoY**, indicating a slight recovery in port activity [34][35]. - The **Big Three ports** (LA, Long Beach, Oakland) saw a **5% YoY decline** but a **21% sequential increase** from May to June, indicating a recovery trend [57][59]. Inventory and Cost Trends - The **Logistics Managers Index** showed upstream inventory expansion at **66.4** in June, while downstream inventories compressed at **44.2** [72]. - The **inventory cost index** rose to **80.9**, reflecting higher costs associated with inventory management [73]. Conclusion - The transportation industry is currently experiencing significant volatility due to tariff impacts, shifting shipping patterns, and fluctuating demand. Companies in this sector must navigate these challenges while looking for opportunities in freight forwarding and logistics as trade dynamics evolve.