Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved record first quarter results for total revenue of $1.6 billion, a 1% increase year-over-year, but a 2% decline on an organic basis [14][25] - Adjusted EBITDA reached $149 million, a 5% increase from the prior quarter, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 9.6%, marking a first quarter record [27][15] - The company reported a book-to-bill ratio of 1.1 times, driven by strong win rates of 68% and large contract wins [17][33] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Federal Solutions segment, total revenue decreased by 7% year-over-year, but excluding the confidential contract, revenue increased by 86% on an organic basis [27][28] - The Critical Infrastructure segment saw a revenue increase of $86 million or 14% year-over-year, driven by organic growth of 8% and contributions from recent acquisitions [28][29] - Adjusted EBITDA for the Critical Infrastructure segment increased by 51% year-over-year, with a record adjusted EBITDA margin of 10.3% [29] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a record total backlog of $9.1 billion, with 69% funded, and a pipeline of $55 billion, including over 100 opportunities worth more than $100 million each [23][34] - The Middle East infrastructure business continues to excel, with significant growth driven by major projects aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 and other regional initiatives [11][12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on capitalizing on unprecedented spending in North America and Middle East infrastructure markets, with a strong emphasis on hard infrastructure projects [8][9] - The strategic direction includes being an advanced solutions integrator that differentiates with software, aligning with national security priorities and leveraging technology leadership in emerging markets [13][22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to deliver strong financial results, citing long-term tailwinds in both the Critical Infrastructure and Federal Solutions segments [22][23] - The company anticipates continued growth in the federal budget, particularly in defense spending, with expectations for a $1 trillion defense budget in fiscal year 2026 [12][61] Other Important Information - The company completed the acquisition of TRS Group for $37 million, enhancing its environmental remediation capabilities [21] - The company was named one of the world's most ethical companies for the sixteenth consecutive year, reflecting its commitment to ethics and integrity [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Inquiry about Critical Infrastructure segment margins - Management confirmed that the strong margins in the Critical Infrastructure segment were due to underlying business performance without any favorable adjustments [41][43] Question: Expectations for the balance of the year regarding Critical Infrastructure - Management indicated that they expect the Critical Infrastructure margin to be around 9.1% for the full year, with strong performance anticipated in the upcoming quarters [45] Question: Clarification on the Middle East growth and contract ramp-up - Management noted that larger contracts in the Middle East experienced slower ramp-up due to holidays but expect double-digit growth for the full year [48][50] Question: Resilience of the federal solutions award environment - Management expressed optimism about the federal solutions segment, expecting a book-to-bill ratio over 1.0 for the full year [55] Question: Update on the confidential contract and its impact - Management confirmed that the confidential contract is currently at an 80% run rate and anticipates a surge in activity following a review period [66][95] Question: Hiring dynamics in light of Doge and federal workforce availability - Management reported strong employee retention and a positive hiring environment, with an emphasis on hiring cleared federal personnel [106] Question: Expectations for M&A activity - Management expects to complete two to three acquisitions this year, with a robust pipeline in both federal and critical infrastructure sectors [75]

IDEX Biometrics ASA annual report and remuneration report for 2024 are enclosed. IDEX Biometrics has also published its annual financial statements in European Single Electronic Format (ESEF), also attached to this notice. The auditor's report includes a matter of emphasis regarding going concern. The reports are also available at the company's web site https://www.idexbiometrics.com/investors/ The preliminary financial statements for 2024 were disclosed on 27 February 2025. Subsequently, on 11 March 2025, ...

Reference is made to the announcement by IDEX Biometrics ASA (the "Company") on 11 March 2025 regarding a loan financing of NOK 30 million and a proposed debt conversion of the loan. Reference is also made to the announcement on 11 April 2025 regarding the resolution by the Extraordinary General Meeting to carry out the debt conversion by issuance of a total of 3,000,000,000 new shares in the Company. The share capital increase by debt conversion has duly been registered in the Norwegian Register of Busines ...

Elutia Inc. (NASDAQ:ELUT) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call March 6, 2025 4:30 PM ET Company Participants David Carey – FINN Partners C. Randal Mills – Chief Executive Officer Matt Ferguson – Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Ross Osborn – Cantor Fitzgerald Frank Takkinen – Lake Street Capital Markets Operator Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. Welcome to the Elutia Inc. Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results Conference Call. Please be advised that today's conference call i ...