Gartner (IT) Q2 2025 Earnings Call August 05, 2025 08:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsDavid Cohen - SVP - IREugene Hall - CEO & ChairmanCraig Safian - EVP & CFOBrendan Popson - VP - Business, Information & Professional Services Equity ResearchJeff Silber - Managing DirectorConference Call ParticipantsAndrew Nicholas - Research Analyst - Global ServicesToni Kaplan - Executive Director & Lead Analyst - Equity ResearchGeorge Tong - Senior Research Analyst - Equity Research & Business ServicesJoshua Chan - Executi ...

Gartner (IT) Q2 2025 Earnings Call August 05, 2025 08:00 AM ET Speaker0Good morning, everyone. Welcome to Gartner's Second Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Call. I'm David Cohen, SVP of Investor Relations. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. After comments by Gene Hall, Gartner's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Craig Safie, Gartner's Chief Financial Officer, there will be a question and answer session.Please be advised that today's conference is being recorded. This call w ...

Group 1 - The company believes that domestic potassium chloride supply will be tight in the first half of 2025, with fertilizer demand expected to rise as autumn approaches, potentially driving prices up [1] - In the first half of the year, the average sales cost of potassium chloride was 996 yuan/ton, a year-on-year decrease of 7.36%. The company is optimizing costs through various measures, including enhancing production operations and improving resource extraction efficiency [1] - The company is steadily advancing its Laos potassium mine project, with a recent kickoff meeting for research on underground mining systems held in July [1] Group 2 - The company is actively communicating with regulatory authorities regarding the renewal of the mining license for the Chaerhan Salt Lake and is awaiting approval from the Ministry of Natural Resources [2] - Lithium production for the first half of the year reached 5,170 tons, with sales of 4,470 tons, resulting in a net profit of approximately 48.52 million yuan. The company believes the impact of lithium production suspension on overall performance is limited [2] - The company has initiated the first phase of the Xizang Mami Cuo project, with an estimated construction period of 9 to 12 months [2] Group 3 - The company's strategic goal is to become a world-class mining group by 2027, focusing on potassium and lithium resources to enhance resource reserves, production capacity, and development technology [3] - The company is addressing competition issues with its controlling shareholder, with a 60-month timeframe for resolution through various methods such as asset injection or restructuring [3]

O-I Glass (OI 0.04%), a global supplier of glass containers to the food and beverage industry, released its second quarter fiscal 2025 results on July 30, 2025. The headline from this report is a sizeable earnings beat: adjusted earnings per share (EPS, non-GAAP) reached $0.53, well above the analyst consensus of $0.41 (non-GAAP). Revenue (GAAP) was reported at $1.7 billion, but marginally down from the prior year’s figure. While the Americas drove margin gains, Europe posted significant declines in segment ...

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for New Oriental-S (09901.HK) [1][3] Core Insights - The company's core business profitability is improving, and a new shareholder return plan demonstrates confidence in future performance [1][3] - The report adjusts the Non-GAAP net profit forecasts for FY2026 and FY2027 down to $580 million and $630 million respectively, with an expectation of $690 million for FY2028 [3] - The current stock price corresponds to a PE ratio (Non-GAAP) of 12, 11, and 10 times for FY2026 to FY2028 [3] Financial Performance Summary - FY2025Q4 total net revenue reached $1.24 billion, a year-on-year increase of 9.4%, while excluding self-operated products and live e-commerce, total revenue was $1.09 billion, up 18.7% year-on-year [8] - The operating cash inflow for FY2025Q4 was $399 million, with capital expenditures of $65.9 million [8] - The company expects a 2% to 5% year-on-year growth in net revenue for FY26Q1 and a 5% to 10% growth for FY2026 [8] - The core business showed robust performance, with revenue from overseas exam preparation and consulting growing by 14.6% and 8.2% respectively, and domestic exam preparation for adults and college students increasing by approximately 17.0% [8] - Non-GAAP net profit for FY2025Q4 was $98.08 million, a year-on-year increase of 59.4%, indicating significant improvement in core education business profitability [8] Financial Forecasts - Total revenue projections for FY2024A to FY2028E are $4.314 billion, $4.900 billion, $5.372 billion, $5.854 billion, and $6.277 billion respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of 43.89%, 13.60%, 9.63%, 8.96%, and 7.24% [1][9] - The forecasted Non-GAAP net profits for FY2024A to FY2028E are $464 million, $517 million, $577 million, $632 million, and $685 million, with growth rates of 79.15%, 11.44%, 11.57%, 9.60%, and 8.38% respectively [1][9] - The report highlights a significant increase in operating profit for Non-GAAP, which is projected to reach $688.83 million by FY2028 [9]

Core Viewpoint - Company expects a significant reduction in net loss for the first half of the year, despite a decline in revenue, due to cost optimization and operational efficiency improvements [2][4]. Financial Performance - Estimated revenue for the first half of the year is approximately 1.9 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of about 18.9% [2]. - Expected net loss ranges from 80 million to 100 million yuan, a substantial decrease of 63.2% to 70.5% compared to a net loss of 274 million yuan in the same period last year [2]. - Cumulative losses over the past four years (2021-2024) amount to approximately 1.246 billion yuan, with the total loss expected to exceed 1.3 billion yuan when including the first half of this year [4]. Operational Strategy - The company has implemented several strategies to improve operational efficiency, including cost optimization, enhancing delivery network paths, and restructuring restaurant layouts [2]. - The company plans to open 65 new restaurants and close 138 underperforming locations in 2024, focusing on high-potential areas [2]. - The asset impairment loss related to closed and continuously loss-making restaurants is expected to decrease by approximately 64.1% year-on-year [2]. Market Position - The company's stock price has been declining, currently trading at 0.75 HKD, down 3.85%, with a total market capitalization of 815 million HKD [4].

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Earnings per share for Q2 2025 were $0.62, with EBITDA reported at $715 million, showing sequential improvement due to less downtime and lower feedstock costs [14][21] - Cash returns to shareholders exceeded $500 million, with an increase in ordinary dividends and continued share repurchases [14][20] - The company is targeting approximately $200 million in reductions in working capital for 2025, alongside fixed cost reductions of $200 million [11][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Olefins and Polyolefins Americas segment generated EBITDA of $318 million, a more than 25% improvement from Q1, attributed to higher integrated polyethylene margins and less downtime [22] - The Intermediates and Derivatives segment reported EBITDA of $290 million, an increase of $79 million, driven by improved margins for styrene and propylene oxide [27] - The Advanced Polymer Solutions segment maintained EBITDA at $40 million, despite challenges in automotive markets and a slight decline in volumes [30] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North American polyethylene industry saw domestic sales rebound to the highest volumes since 2022, with producer inventories declining by three days of sales during Q2 [23][35] - In Europe, lower naphtha and LPG feedstock costs improved margins, while capacity rationalizations are enhancing supply-demand balances [25][36] - In Asia, near-term capacity additions are pressuring regional supply-demand balances, but there is cautious optimism regarding China's stimulus programs [36] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on growing and upgrading core businesses, with a strategic emphasis on low-cost feedstocks in North America and the Middle East, and increasing access to circular and renewable feedstocks in Europe [6][8] - The planned sale of European assets is expected to reduce recurring CapEx and other costs, aligning with the strategy to optimize the portfolio [41] - The company is delaying selected growth investments until market conditions improve, preserving options for profitable growth [12][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in navigating the current cycle, emphasizing a disciplined approach to capital allocation and cash management [55][39] - The company anticipates improved cash flow generation in the second half of 2025, with a target of achieving 80% cash conversion for the full year [68] - There is cautious optimism regarding potential price increases in polyethylene due to improved domestic demand and low global inventories [48][72] Other Important Information - The company is on track to achieve a run rate of $600 million in incremental cash flow for 2025, exceeding the original target of $500 million [12][38] - The construction of the Muretic One chemical recycling plant in Germany is progressing well, aimed at meeting the demand for circular plastics [9][17] - The company is closely monitoring evolving tariffs and global trade flows, evaluating risks and opportunities presented by these dynamics [38] Q&A Session Summary Question: Sequential lift in O and P Americas and potential price increases - Management expects an $85 million improvement in Q3 due to less downtime and improved olefins margins, with potential for price increases if tariff uncertainties are resolved [44][45][48] Question: Safety of dividends amid cash flow challenges - The company confirmed the Q3 dividend of $1.37 per share, emphasizing strong liquidity and a commitment to maintaining dividends while managing cash flow [51][54] Question: Clarification on 2026 CapEx forecast - The 2026 CapEx forecast of $1.4 billion does not include the potential benefit from the European asset sale, which will be realized post-transaction [57][60] Question: Expectations for cash flow generation in 2025 - Management anticipates improved cash flow generation in the second half of 2025, with a target of $3 billion in EBITDA, driven by disciplined working capital management [64][68] Question: Dynamics in the Intermediates and Derivatives segment - The segment is expected to remain relatively flat in Q3, with no material improvements anticipated due to market conditions and scheduled turnarounds [78][82]

Core Insights - Unisys Corporation (UIS) stock increased by 8.4% in after-hours trading following the release of its Q2 2025 earnings, which exceeded Wall Street expectations with sequential revenue growth and improved profitability metrics [1][10] - The company has made strategic financial restructuring moves to mitigate pension volatility despite facing macro uncertainties [1] Financial Performance - Unisys reported revenues of $483.3 million, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $443 million, reflecting a 1.1% year-over-year increase and an 11.8% sequential growth driven by higher License and Support (L&S) revenue [3][10] - Non-GAAP earnings were reported at 19 cents per share, significantly better than the expected loss of 34 cents per share and an improvement from 16 cents per share in the previous year [4][10] Margins and Profitability - Gross profit was $130 million, with a slight decrease in gross margin to 26.9% from 27.2% due to increased cost reduction charges [5] - Adjusted EBITDA rose by 5% year-over-year to $61.4 million, with the margin improving by 50 basis points to 12.7% [6] Segment Performance - Enterprise Computing Solutions (ECS) revenue increased by 7.3% year-over-year to $140.2 million, supported by license renewals and managed services [7] - Digital Workplace Solutions (DWS) revenue rose by 4.5% year-over-year to $138.1 million, aided by higher hardware sales [7] - Cloud, Applications & Infrastructure (CA&I) revenue decreased by 4.5% to $185.2 million, impacted by reduced public sector demand [8] Contract Value and Backlog - Total contract value (TCV) for the quarter was $437 million, down 5% year-over-year, but renewals were strong with Ex-L&S renewals up 85% year-over-year [9] - Backlog improved to $2.92 billion from $2.79 billion in the prior year, indicating a stable long-term revenue base [9] Balance Sheet and Liquidity - As of June 30, 2025, cash and cash equivalents were $300.8 million, down from $376.5 million at year-end 2024, primarily due to a $250 million pension contribution [11] - Adjusted free cash flow was negative $49.4 million in Q2, compared to a loss of $8.0 million a year ago, reflecting pension funding and working capital timing [12] Outlook - Unisys narrowed its 2025 constant-currency revenue guidance to a range of -1% to +1% while raising non-GAAP operating margin guidance to 8%-9% from the previous range of 6.5%-8.5% [2][13]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Civeo reported total revenues of $162.7 million for Q2 2025, with a net loss of $3.3 million or $0.25 per diluted share [13] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $25 million, with negative operating cash flow of $2.3 million [14] - The company experienced a net debt increase of $95 million, resulting in a net leverage ratio of two times as of June 30, 2025 [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Australian segment revenues increased by 4% year-over-year to $112.7 million, with adjusted EBITDA rising by 10% to $23.7 million [15] - Canadian segment revenues decreased to $50 million from $79.5 million year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA dropping to $7.5 million from $17.3 million [17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Australia, revenue growth was driven by the acquisition of four villages and strong margins in integrated services, despite a weakening Australian dollar impacting revenues [6][16] - Canadian operations faced challenges due to low oil prices and customer cost-cutting measures, leading to a decrease in billed rooms [10][18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Civeo is focused on completing its share repurchase program, having repurchased approximately 27% of its common shares since August 2021 [5] - The company aims to achieve $500 million Australian in integrated services revenues by 2027, while managing costs and optimizing operations in Canada [22][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that while Australian operations are performing well, Canadian operations are facing headwinds due to macroeconomic uncertainties and low oil prices [11][24] - The company expects free cash flow to improve in the second half of 2025, driven by seasonal trends and operational efficiencies [40][42] Other Important Information - Civeo completed the acquisition of four villages in Australia, contributing positively to revenue and margins [7][12] - The company has allocated $22.5 million for share repurchases in 2025 and plans to utilize free cash flow for this purpose [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of recent trade deals on guidance - Management indicated that trade uncertainty has not significantly impacted business in Canada or Australia, though they are monitoring the situation closely [28] Question: Acquisition run rate and synergies - The expected EBITDA impact from the acquisition remains unchanged at $11 million for 2025, with no immediate changes to outlook [30] Question: Factors for improved second half performance - Management expects stability in Canadian operations and improvement in Australian performance due to the full quarter contribution from acquired villages [34] Question: Customer sentiment in Australia amid price volatility - Management highlighted strong service levels and customer relationships as key factors in securing long-term contracts, despite market uncertainties [36][37] Question: Free cash flow outlook - Free cash flow is expected to be stronger in the second half of the year, with plans to use it for share buybacks [40][42] Question: Canadian occupancy trends - Management noted that Canadian occupancy is dependent on turnaround activity, with some signs of stabilization expected in the third quarter [48] Question: Long-term opportunities in Australia - Management discussed limited current exposure to oil and gas in Australia but noted potential for growth in natural gas drilling projects [52][56]