Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported diluted earnings per share of $7.94, a 34.8% increase year-over-year, and adjusted diluted earnings of $7.66, a 25.4% increase, marking the first quarterly year-over-year adjusted earnings increase since Q4 2022 [7][10]. - Total revenues grew to a record $9.2 billion, a 7% increase from Q1 of the previous year [10]. - Adjusted SG&A as a percentage of gross profit was 68.2%, a 120 basis point decline from the prior year [42]. Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - New vehicle units increased by 3.6% year-over-year, while total unit sales increased by 1.5% [33]. - After-sales gross profit increased by 7.5%, with warranty work showing a 19.7% year-over-year increase [37][38]. - Financing operations delivered income of $12.5 million compared to a loss of $1.7 million in the same period last year [44]. Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company operates within one of the largest and least consolidated industries, with a current market share of just over 1% and a target of reaching 5% [24][17]. - The diversified omnichannel ecosystem spans retail, digital, and fleet channels across North America and the UK, with offerings ranging from new vehicles to twenty-year-old value autos [13]. Company Strategy and Development Direction - The focus for 2025 is on executing the strategy to build customer loyalty and expand market share, with a commitment to achieving $2 in EPS for every $1 billion in revenue [10][20]. - The company aims to maintain a balanced capital allocation strategy, targeting a minimum after-tax return of 15% on acquisitions [21][23]. - The strategy includes optimizing the network by acquiring larger automotive retail stores in profitable regions and leveraging digital channels [24][26]. Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to deliver sustainable performance and capture market share despite potential tariff impacts [10][12]. - The management noted that the operational success is driven by store leaders' autonomy to adapt quickly to local demand [11][12]. - The company remains focused on disciplined cost management and enhancing efficiencies across the business [41][43]. Other Important Information - The company repurchased $146 million, or nearly 2% of its outstanding shares, at attractive valuations during the first quarter [23]. - The company ended the quarter with a net leverage of 2.5 times, in line with its long-term target [51]. Q&A Session Summary Question: Current tariff environment and its impact - Management noted that over 45% of inventory is not impacted by current tariffs, positioning the company favorably compared to peers [59]. - Inventory levels have decreased significantly, with a drop of almost ten days supply quarter-over-quarter [60]. Question: Communication with factory partners and M&A environment - There has been clear communication from manufacturers regarding pricing stability through the 2025 model year, with no major changes in the M&A environment noted [74]. Question: Expectations for front-end gross profit and market share - Management indicated that the design of the ecosystem allows for a potential upward price inflection rather than downward, with expectations for used vehicle gross profit to grow over time [80][82]. Question: Impact of tariffs on after-sales business - Management believes that most customers will need to repair their cars regardless of tariffs, minimizing the impact on the after-sales business [110][112]. Question: Capital allocation and acquisition targets - The company is targeting $2 billion in acquired revenues for the year, with ongoing evaluations of share repurchases and acquisitions [114].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - West Fraser generated $195 million of adjusted EBITDA in Q1 2025, representing a 13% margin, which is a significant improvement over the previous quarter [6] - Over the trailing 12 months, the company generated $668 million of adjusted EBITDA, representing an 11% margin, an improvement from $561 million reported during the trough year of 2023 [8] - Cash flow from operations was negative $75 million for Q1, with a cash balance of $390 million, down from $641 million in the previous quarter [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Lumber segment posted adjusted EBITDA of $66 million in Q1 2025, compared to $21 million in the fourth quarter, driven by higher product pricing and shipment volumes [10] - The North America EWP segment generated $125 million adjusted EBITDA in Q1, similar to the $127 million reported in the fourth quarter [11] - The Pulp & Paper segment generated $7 million adjusted EBITDA in Q1, recovering from a $10 million loss in the previous quarter [11] - The European business reported negative $2 million adjusted EBITDA in Q1, down from positive $2 million in the fourth quarter, primarily due to pricing issues [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. housing starts averaged nearly 1.4 million units in Q1, indicating stabilization in new home construction despite elevated mortgage rates [7] - Repair and remodeling demand remains stable but subdued, with no significant changes observed [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to maintain a strong balance sheet and liquidity profile, allowing for countercyclical investments and growth opportunities [9] - West Fraser is focused on low-cost operations and a diverse product mix to navigate macroeconomic uncertainties, particularly regarding evolving tariff policies [16][20] - The company is actively monitoring tariff impacts and preparing operational plans to adapt to various scenarios [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed considerable macroeconomic uncertainty due to evolving U.S. tariff policies but remains optimistic about long-term industry prospects [21] - The company expects to catch up on delayed shipments despite a slower-than-expected start to the year, adjusting guidance conservatively [14] Other Important Information - The preliminary combined tariff rate for softwood lumber is 26.05%, the lowest in the Canadian industry, with final rates expected in the second half of the year [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: Demand trends in lumber and OSB as the busy season approaches - Management noted that customer purchasing has been cautious, with no significant changes in demand trends observed [26] Question: Capital allocation strategy and M&A pipeline - The company maintains a durable capital allocation strategy and is open to growth opportunities that meet high-quality standards [32][38] Question: Timing for the Section 232 investigation resolution - Management indicated a lack of visibility on the investigation's timing and potential impacts on OSB and lumber [42] Question: Impact of tariffs on OSB projects - Management stated that recent projects are progressing well and future projects will consider cost implications before decisions are made [53] Question: Demand for repair and remodeling products - Demand for repair and remodeling has remained subdued, with no significant shifts observed in the early weeks of Q2 [61] Question: Log inventory status in the SPF business - Log deliveries were less than expected due to weather, but the impact on inventory is not considered material [63]

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