Core Insights - The company reported a decline in sales for Q1 2025, with group sales decreasing by 10.9% to €221.4 million compared to the same period in 2024, reflecting a challenging European economic environment [6][10] - The cumulative free cash flow (FCF) target has been extended to €100 million over four years instead of three, indicating a cautious approach amid ongoing market uncertainties [2][7] - The CEO highlighted encouraging results in Southern Europe, while noting a slow rebound in demand in France due to consumer uncertainty and delayed discretionary spending [5][10] Sales Performance - Group sales in Q1 2025 were €221.4 million, down from €248.4 million in Q1 2024, marking a 10.9% decrease [6] - Sales in France fell by 11.8%, while international sales decreased by 9.8%, with Spain and Italy showing more favorable performance [10] - Online sales decreased by 17.6% to €58.8 million, primarily due to a drop in paid traffic as marketing investments were reallocated [7][9] Transformation Plan - The "Inspire Everyday Transformation Plan" is being enhanced to improve customer experience and adapt to market conditions [4][5] - New product ranges and extensions are being introduced, including bathroom products and pet-related items, to enrich the product offering [7][8] - The company is focusing on supply chain optimization through AI tools to improve delivery times and product availability [7] Store Performance - Store sales fell by 8.2%, with a like-for-like decline of 5.7%, indicating some improvement in performance compared to previous periods [7][9] - Renovated stores and revamped shopping center concepts are outperforming the overall network by nearly 15 percentage points [7] - The total number of stores at the end of March 2025 was 333, including affiliates and franchisees [9]

Core Viewpoint - Voltalia reported a resilient start to Q1 2025 with a turnover increase of +2% to 113 million euros, driven by strong growth in Services, which offset a temporary decline in Energy Sales [2][6]. Financial Performance - Q1 2025 turnover reached 113.3 million euros, up +2% compared to Q1 2024, and +7% at constant exchange rates [3][6]. - Energy Sales decreased by -6% to 70.4 million euros, but increased by +1% at constant exchange rates [3][9]. - Services for third-party clients saw a significant growth of +19% to 42.9 million euros, both at current and constant exchange rates [3][12]. Operational Indicators - Energy production increased by +15% to 1.1 terawatt hours (TWh) [5][7]. - Capacity in operation reached 2.5 gigawatts (GW), with total capacity in operation and under construction at 3.3 GW, reflecting a +10% increase compared to 2024 [5][25]. - The company aims for operational objectives of 3.6 GW in operation and construction, and 5.2 TWh of production [5][25]. Strategic Initiatives - The SPRING transformation plan is currently in its diagnostic phase, expected to be completed by June 2025, aiming to enhance sustainable profitability and operational agility [5][17][19]. - The conclusions of the SPRING plan will be presented alongside the 2025 half-year results, with an action plan to follow [18][19]. Geographic Performance - Turnover distribution: 60% in Europe, 35% in Latin America, and 5% in Africa [6]. - In Brazil, production increased by +16%, while production in France fell by -14% due to resource challenges [11][27].

NEW YORK, April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Daktronics, Inc. (“Daktronics” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: DAKT). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980. The investigation concerns whether Daktronics and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.  [Click here for information about joining the class action] On March ...