2Q25 Conference Call August 1, 2025 00 2Q25 – HIGHLIGHTS | | Business diversification and | Quarterly growth of 5% in | Solid cash and gross debt | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | an assertive commercial | adjusted EBITDA in 2Q25, reaching | management resulted in | | | strategy generate resilience | | further deleveraging in the | | | and solid performance | R$ 2.6 billion | quarter | | | EBITDA growth in all segments | Adjusted EBITDA margin of 23.5% | Indicator reached 3.24x, down 9 | | | except mining due ...

Core Insights - Environmental Tectonics Corporation (ETC) reported significant financial growth in fiscal 2025, with net sales reaching $62.9 million, a 45.3% increase from $43.3 million in fiscal 2024, and net income rising to $13.1 million from $1.8 million in the previous year, reflecting strong performance across all business units [2][3][4]. Financial Performance - **Net Income**: The net income for fiscal 2025 was $13.1 million, or $0.75 diluted earnings per share, compared to $1.8 million or $0.09 diluted earnings per share in fiscal 2024, marking an increase of $11.2 million [3][11]. - **Net Sales**: Net sales increased by $19.6 million to $62.9 million in fiscal 2025, driven by higher international sales of $13.4 million and domestic sales of $6.2 million [4][32]. - **Gross Profit**: Gross profit rose to $18.5 million, a 48.7% increase from $12.5 million in fiscal 2024, with a gross profit margin of 29.4% compared to 28.8% in the prior year [5][32]. - **Operating Expenses**: Operating expenses increased to $10.3 million, an 8.1% rise from $9.5 million in fiscal 2024, primarily due to higher sales and marketing expenses [6][32]. - **Interest Expense**: Interest expense increased to $1.2 million from $0.9 million in fiscal 2024, reflecting higher borrowing costs [7][32]. - **Income Tax Benefit**: An income tax benefit of $5.6 million was recorded in fiscal 2025, compared to $0.1 million in fiscal 2024, due to the reversal of a valuation allowance against deferred tax assets [10][32]. Fourth Quarter Results - **Net Income**: In the fiscal 2025 fourth quarter, net income was $7.6 million, or $0.45 diluted earnings per share, compared to $2.8 million or $0.17 diluted earnings per share in the same quarter of fiscal 2024 [11][33]. - **Net Sales**: The fourth quarter net sales were $19.1 million, a 16.4% increase from $16.4 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024 [12][33]. - **Gross Profit**: Gross profit for the fourth quarter was $4.7 million, a decrease of 14.5% from $5.5 million in the prior year, with a gross profit margin of 24.6% compared to 33.5% [13][33]. - **Operating Expenses**: Operating expenses in the fourth quarter were $2.7 million, a 6.1% increase from $2.5 million in the same quarter of fiscal 2024 [14][33]. - **Interest Expense**: Interest expense for the fourth quarter was $0.6 million, up 146.6% from $0.2 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024 [15][33]. - **Income Tax Benefit**: An income tax benefit of $5.7 million was recorded in the fourth quarter, compared to $0.2 million in the same quarter of fiscal 2024 [18][33]. Liquidity and Capital Resources - As of February 28, 2025, the company had $2.2 million available under its PNC Revolving Line of Credit, with working capital increasing to $19.7 million from $8.7 million a year earlier [19][20]. - The company entered into a Financing and Security Agreement with Coeur Capital, Inc., providing a line of credit of up to $3.0 million, with full availability as of February 28, 2025 [20]. Cash Flow Analysis - **Operating Activities**: Cash flows used by operating activities were $3.9 million in fiscal 2025, an increase from $3.7 million in fiscal 2024 [21]. - **Investing Activities**: Cash flows from investing activities provided $3.6 million in fiscal 2025, compared to a usage of $0.3 million in fiscal 2024, primarily due to the sale leaseback of demonstration equipment [22]. - **Financing Activities**: Financing activities provided $1.7 million from borrowings under the company's credit facility in fiscal 2025, compared to $2.7 million in fiscal 2024 [23].

Core Viewpoint - Abcourt Mines Inc. reported a significant net loss for the third quarter ended March 31, 2025, with no revenues generated during the period, highlighting ongoing financial challenges despite improvements in working capital [1][2]. Financial Results Summary - For the three months ended March 31, 2025, Abcourt reported no revenues, compared to revenues of CAD 255,000 for the same period in 2024 [2]. - Administration expenses increased to CAD 1,068,917 in Q3 2025 from CAD 776,367 in Q3 2024 [2]. - Care and maintenance expenses rose significantly to CAD 692,919 in Q3 2025 from CAD 231,541 in Q3 2024 [2]. - Exploration expenses surged to CAD 4,063,635 in Q3 2025, up from CAD 1,765,615 in Q3 2024 [2]. - The net loss for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was CAD 5,466,608, compared to a net loss of CAD 2,892,142 for the same period in 2024 [2]. - The net loss per share remained at CAD 0.01 for both Q3 2025 and Q3 2024 [2]. - As of March 31, 2025, the company had cash reserves of CAD 937,733, an increase from CAD 757,753 as of June 30, 2024 [2]. - Total assets increased to CAD 16,493,159 as of March 31, 2025, compared to CAD 14,063,983 as of June 30, 2024 [2]. - Non-current liabilities stood at CAD 12,908,748 as of March 31, 2025, up from CAD 12,261,315 as of June 30, 2024 [2]. - Shareholders' equity improved to CAD (3,447,876) as of March 31, 2025, from CAD (6,284,136) as of June 30, 2024 [2]. - Working capital showed improvement, with a negative working capital of CAD (2,172,892) as of March 31, 2025, compared to CAD (4,947,411) as of June 30, 2024 [2]. Company Overview - Abcourt Mines Inc. is a Canadian gold exploration company with properties located in northwestern Quebec, focusing on the Sleeping Giant mine and the Flordin exploration property [5].

Core Viewpoint - Stryve Foods, Inc. is undergoing a formal review process to explore strategic alternatives aimed at maximizing shareholder value and securing capital to support its growth in demand [1][4]. Company Performance - Over the past two years, Stryve has significantly transformed its operations, leading to improved business performance and a considerable reduction in losses [2]. - The company is experiencing increased retailer and consumer demand, validating its strategic plan communicated in early 2023 [3]. Strategic Initiatives - Stryve is actively seeking additional capital to meet the accelerating demand for its products, which currently outpaces its supply capabilities due to liquidity constraints [3][5]. - The company has initiated a comprehensive review of strategic alternatives, which may include strategic investments, business combinations, or asset sales [4]. Market Position - Stryve operates in the healthy snacking sector, focusing on high-protein, air-dried meat snacks, and aims to disrupt traditional snacking categories with its differentiated product offerings [6]. - The company markets its products under several brands, including Stryve®, Kalahari®, Braaitime®, and Vacadillos®, emphasizing health benefits such as being lower in sugar and carbohydrates while being higher in protein [6][7]. Distribution Channels - Stryve distributes its products through major retail channels in North America, including grocery stores, convenience stores, and e-commerce platforms like Amazon and Walmart [7].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record revenues of nearly $1.25 billion for the full year, driven by organic growth at AEC and the Heimberg acquisition [8] - Consolidated net sales for Q4 were $287 million, down from $324 million in the same quarter last year, primarily due to lower revenue at AEC [36] - GAAP net income for the quarter was $18 million compared to $30 million last year, largely due to EAC adjustments [39] - GAAP diluted EPS was $0.56 per share in this quarter versus $0.97 in the same period last year [39] - Consolidated adjusted EBITDA was $50 million for Q4 versus $75 million in the prior year period [40] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Machine clothing revenues in Q4 were $188 million, a decrease of 1.9% year-over-year, primarily due to strong comparisons to the prior year [36] - AEC net sales were $99 million, down from $132 million in Q4 2023, impacted by EAC adjustments and lower LEAP revenues [36] - Machine clothing gross margin decreased from 48.8% in Q4 2023 to 44.4% in 2024, largely due to lower gross margins at Heimberg [37] - AEC gross margins decreased from 20% in Q4 2023 to 6.8%, primarily driven by EAC adjustments [37] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America continues to be a strong contributor, while South America remains stable with slightly improving trends [12] - Europe was generally flat year-over-year, with expectations for growth into 2025 [12] - Asia was also flat year-over-year with slight weakness in China [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on growth in the machine clothing segment over the next five years, leveraging technology and manufacturing leadership [31] - AEC is expected to show modest growth led by CH-53K and advanced air mobility, largely offset by LEAP [46] - The company plans to enhance overall growth through disciplined capital allocation and R&D investments, with $1 billion in available capital [32] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the long-term growth potential of the CH-53K program and advanced air mobility platforms [18][19] - The company is cautious about Boeing's production rates and is monitoring the situation closely [70] - Management highlighted the importance of cash flow and balance sheet efficiency, targeting free cash flow between $90 million and $120 million for 2025 [62] Other Important Information - The company initiated a share repurchase program, repurchasing $15 million of shares in Q4, with a new program authorized up to $250 million [10] - The company is consolidating headquarters and divesting a non-core business in Italy [26] - An overhaul of the executive compensation program was announced, aligning incentives with long-term value creation [28] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on AEC and margin expectations for 2025 - Management indicated that AEC margins could improve to the mid to high teens over time, with current projections reflecting a 13.5% margin [56][58] Question: Free cash flow expectations for 2025 - The company expects free cash flow to range between $90 million and $120 million, with a focus on working capital efficiency [60][62] Question: Concerns regarding Boeing's production rates - Management acknowledged inventory issues and expressed cautious optimism about a potential ramp-up in production rates later in the year [70][72] Question: Impact of tariff risks and trade pressures - Management stated that the impact from China is minimal and that they are analyzing potential impacts from trade uncertainties [99] Question: New defense programs and cost pressures - Management is aware of potential cost pressures from the new administration but remains confident in the stability of their long-term contracts [101]