Ready Capital Corporation (NYSE:RC) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call March 3, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Andrew Ahlborn - CFO Thomas Capasse - CEO Adam Zausmer - Chief Credit Officer Conference Call Participants Crispin Love - Piper Sandler Douglas Harter - UBS Jade Rahmani - KBW Stephen Laws - Raymond James Christopher Nolan - Landenburg Thalmann Operator Greetings, and welcome to Ready Capital Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode. ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q4 2024, total revenue reached $318 million, a year-over-year increase of 6.9%, and adjusted EBITDA was $47 million, up 6.2% year-over-year [23] - For the full year, total revenue was $1.2 billion, reflecting a 5.2% increase, while adjusted EBITDA increased by 4.2% to $189 million [23] - As of December 31, 2024, the company had 26,346 terminals across 4,117 locations, representing year-over-year increases of 5% and 3.9%, respectively [23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Illinois, revenue per location was $868 per day, an increase of 3.5% year-over-year, while Montana saw $614 per day, up 4.6% year-over-year [23] - Nebraska reported $253 per day, a 5.9% increase year-over-year, while Louisiana had $979 per day [23] - The company strategically closed 54 underperforming locations in 2024 to enhance operational efficiency [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Illinois experienced market-wide GGR growth of 4% year-over-year, outperforming local casinos which were down 3% [8] - The company is focusing on refining its sales and operating model to enhance performance across its footprint [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims for low single-digit revenue growth, mid-single-digit EBITDA growth, and high single-digit free cash flow growth in its core route-based business model [16] - Future growth levers include organic growth in Illinois, Nebraska, and Georgia, and potential acquisitions in the fragmented local gaming market [17] - The company is also preparing for the rollout of ticket in, ticket out (TITO) technology in 2025 to enhance player experience [13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the resilience of their business model and the demand for local gaming offerings [23] - The company is optimistic about growth opportunities in Louisiana, particularly in the fragmented truck stop and bar markets [59] - Management is continuously monitoring regulatory changes and believes iGaming legislation may not be prioritized in established route gaming markets like Illinois [55] Other Important Information - The company repurchased 361,000 shares at an average price of $11.14 per share during the quarter, totaling $4 million [26] - The board authorized replenishing the share repurchase program to $200 million, indicating a strong balance sheet and low leverage [27] Q&A Session Summary Question: Contributions from Louisiana and Fairmont to the model - Management indicated that Louisiana is expected to contribute $6 million of EBITDA for the full year 2025, with Fairmont projected to generate $25 million of EBITDA once fully operational [34] Question: Trends in Illinois and other markets - Management noted favorable weather conditions in January contributed to strong performance, while February saw less favorable conditions [38] Question: Pruning of Illinois units and future growth - Management clarified that pruning underperforming locations is an ongoing process, with expectations for improved profitability in the future [44] Question: Expansion in e-pull tabs market - Management acknowledged the potential of the e-pull tabs market but emphasized the need for partnerships to effectively participate [49] Question: Legislative changes and iGaming prospects - Management stated that while iGaming legislation is being monitored, it is unlikely to gain traction in established route gaming markets like Illinois [55] Question: Growth opportunities in Louisiana - Management highlighted the fragmented nature of the Louisiana market and the potential for organic growth through improvements in truck stops and bars [61]

Owens & Minor, Inc. (NYSE:OMI) Q4 2024 - Earnings Conference Call February 28, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Jackie Marcus – IR Edward Pesicka - President and CEO Jonathan Leon - CFO Conference Call Participants Kevin Caliendo - UBS Michael Cherny - Leerink Partners John Stansel - JP Morgan Daniel Grosslight - Citigroup Eric Coldwell - Baird Allen Lutz - Bank of America Operator Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Owens & Minor Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Conferenc ...

Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc. (NASDAQ:COLL) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 27, 2025 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Danielle Jesse - Director, Investor Relations Vikram Karnani - President & Chief Executive Officer Scott Dreyer - Chief Commercial Officer Colleen Tupper - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Les Sulewski - Truist Securities David Amsellem - Piper Sandler Operator Greetings and welcome to the Collegium Pharmaceuticals Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Conf ...

Golden Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:GDEN) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 27, 2025 5:00 PM ET Company Participants James Adams - VP, Corporate Finance & Treasurer Blake Sartini - Founder, Chairman & CEO Charles Protell - President & CFO Conference Call Participants Patrick Keough - Truist Securities Jordan Bender - Citizens Zachary Silverberg - Wells Fargo Chad Beynon - Macquarie Max Marsh - CBRE Securities David Katz - Jefferies Operator Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for standing ...

Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE:UHS) Q4 2024 Earnings Call February 27, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Steve Filton - Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Marc Miller - Chief Executive Officer Conference Call Participants Andrew Mok - Barclays Ben Hendrix - RBC Capital Markets Ann Hynes - Mizuho Justin Lake - Wolfe Research Pito Chickering - Deutsche Bank Joanna Gajuk - Bank of America Stephen Baxter - Wells Fargo Sarah James - Cantor Fitzgerald AJ Rice - UBS Michael Ha - Baird ...

Chord Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:CHRD) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 26, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Bob Bakanauskas - Vice President of Investor Relations Daniel Brown - President and Chief Executive Officer Darrin Henke - Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Richard Robuck - Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Michael Lou - Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Commercial Officer Conference Call Participants Scott Hanold - RBC Cap ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the fourth quarter, the company reported a net loss of $1 million, while adjusted operating income was $15 million, primarily driven by strong performance from Enact, which contributed $137 million to adjusted operating income [11][12] - For the full year, net income was $299 million or $0.68 per share, with adjusted operating income of $273 million [12][26] - The company ended the fourth quarter with holding company cash and liquid assets of $294 million, including approximately $186 million in cash set aside for future obligations [13][38] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Long Term Care (LTC) Insurance segment reported an adjusted operating loss of $104 million in the fourth quarter, driven by a liability remeasurement loss [23][26] - Enact delivered $137 million in adjusted operating income for the fourth quarter, reflecting a 6% year-over-year increase [27] - The Life and Annuities segment reported adjusted operating income of $5 million in the fourth quarter, including a net favorable impact from model and assumption updates [24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Enact's primary insurance in force grew 2% year-over-year to a record $269 billion, supported by new insurance written and continued elevated persistency [27] - The company achieved $40 million in gross incremental premium approvals in the fourth quarter, with an average percentage increase of 23% [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on three strategic priorities: creating shareholder value through its stake in Enact, maintaining self-sustainability in its legacy LTC business, and driving future growth with CareScout [13][21] - The CareScout quality network has expanded to nearly 500 home care providers, with a goal to cover 70 million aging individuals in the U.S. [10][17] - The company plans to invest $75 million in the new CareScout Insurance Company in 2025 to meet regulatory requirements [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the progress made in 2024 and the momentum building for future growth, particularly through CareScout and Enact [7][21] - The company anticipates that CareScout services will generate significant claim savings and revenue over time [16][18] Other Important Information - The company has reduced its wholly-owned company debt to $790 million, down from $4.2 billion at the beginning of 2013 [9] - The multi-year rate action plan (myRAP) has contributed a total of $31.2 billion in net present value to the legacy business since 2012 [8] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more details on CareScout services revenue expectations? - Management indicated that CareScout services already generate revenue from the assessment business and expects to grow revenues from matches between policyholders and the CareScout quality network [44][46] Question: What is the update on the timing of the UK court case? - The court case is scheduled for early March and could last about six weeks if it goes to trial without a settlement [51] Question: Will the $75 million capital contribution to the new CareScout insurance entity come from existing holding company resources? - Management confirmed that the funding for growth initiatives, including the capital contribution, is included in the base operating plan [52]

Post Holdings (POST) Q1 2025 Earnings Call February 07, 2025 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Daniel O'Rourke - Investor RelationsJeff Zadoks - Executive VP and Chief Operating OfficerMatt Mainer - Senior VP, CFO & TreasurerAndrew Lazar - Managing DirectorDavid Palmer - Senior Managing DirectorKen Goldman - Managing DirectorMatthew Smith - Director - Food & Tobacco Saint LouisJohn Baumgartner - Managing Director, Equity ResearchMarc Torrente - Associate Vice President - Equity Research Conference Call Parti ...

SS&C (SSNC) Q4 2024 Earnings Call February 06, 2025 05:00 PM ET Company Participants Chandana Madaka - Investor RelationsWilliam Stone - CEORahul Kanwar - President & COOBrian Schell - Executive VP & CFOAlexei Gogolev - Executive DirectorDan Perlin - Managing DirectorPeter Heckmann - MD - Equity ResearchKevin McVeigh - Managing Director Conference Call Participants Jeff Schmitt - Research Analyst - Financial Services and TechnologyAndrew Schmidt - Equity Research Analyst Operator Good afternoon. My name is ...