Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q2 2025, revenue was $75.6 million, representing a 1% year-over-year increase [17] - Reported gross profit declined by 2% year-over-year, impacted by approximately five points from client losses and one point from political media contributions [17] - Adjusted EBITDA was $31.8 million, reflecting a 42% adjusted EBITDA margin, with free cash flow of $22.6 million and a 71% free cash flow conversion [19][20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consumer Payments segment showed flat gross profit year-over-year, with improvements expected as client losses are lapped [18] - Business Payments segment reported a 5% year-over-year decline in gross profit, but normalized gross profit increased approximately 1% when excluding political media contributions [18] - The total supplier network grew by 47% year-over-year to over 440,000 suppliers, indicating strong growth in the Business Payments segment [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The financial institution vertical onboarded 10 new credit union clients, increasing the total credit union client base to 353 [10] - The company is experiencing sustainable bookings growth across its consumer verticals, supported by a healthy sales pipeline with 185 software partners [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The core growth strategy focuses on optimizing payment flows and embedding payment technology into software platforms [5] - The company is prioritizing organic growth investments and maintaining a strong balance sheet while preparing for the maturity of convertible notes in 2026 [15][20] - Strategic tuck-in M&A opportunities are being considered to enhance growth potential, particularly in consumer and business payments [15][30] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving high single-digit to low double-digit normalized gross profit growth in Q4 2025, driven by sequential improvements [15][25] - The company is focused on reaccelerating growth and enhancing operational excellence as it moves through 2025 and into 2026 [60] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 5% of its outstanding shares, totaling $38 million year-to-date [14][20] - Robert Houser has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer, effective September 8 [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance for the second half of the year - Management expects sequential improvement in growth, with confidence in achieving high single-digit to low double-digit normalized growth in Q4 [25] Question: Capital management priorities regarding convertible notes - The company will prioritize cash allocation towards the convertible notes due in February 2026, while also considering the use of revolver capacity [27] Question: Strategic tuck-in M&A opportunities - Management is open to strategic acquisitions that align with their existing verticals in consumer and business payments [30] Question: Moving upmarket into larger customers - The company is investing in enterprise sales and enhancing its direct sales model to target larger customers within existing verticals [38] Question: Update on mortgage payments market - There is positive traction in the mortgage payments market, but it is not expected to be a significant contributor in 2025 [40] Question: Update on RCS partnership with POS provider - No significant updates, but the relationship is viewed positively with ongoing implementations [43] Question: Mix between AR and AP in the B2B segment - The mix is approximately 60% AR and 40% AP [46] Question: Consumer payments softness - Management noted challenges in the auto segment but sees resilient trends overall, with no significant impacts from tariffs [50]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for the second quarter was $181.3 million, down 1% year over year, primarily due to the wind down of subsidy programs and decommissioning of legacy services [15][19] - Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 6% to $45.8 million, reflecting lower U.S. telecom revenues [17][19] - Net loss for the quarter was $7 million, or $0.56 per share, compared to a net income of $9 million, or $0.50 per share in the prior year [16][19] - Net cash from operations rose 2% to approximately $60 million, driven largely by working capital improvements [4][21] Business Segment Performance - International segment revenues were approximately $95 million, essentially flat year over year, with growth in fiber services offset by declines in legacy services [18] - Adjusted EBITDA for the International segment remained flat at $33.3 million, reflecting cost containment efforts [19] - Domestic segment revenues were $86.4 million, down 1.7% year over year, impacted by the conclusion of subsidy programs and decommissioning of legacy services [19] - Adjusted EBITDA for the domestic segment decreased by 16.7% to $18.3 million, primarily due to revenue performance [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the largest mobile market, postpaid subscribers grew by 4% year over year, with a 25% increase in data plan purchases [7] - High-speed data average revenue per user (ARPU) improved by 3% year over year, while subscriber churn also improved by 3% [8] - Consumer broadband subscriber base grew by over 10% in the quarter, with positive trends in ARPU [10] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - The company remains committed to its long-term strategy of expanding fiber and fiber-fed services in underserved markets [6][12] - Strategic investments have led to an 8% increase in broadband homes passed by high-speed data services [5] - The company is focused on transitioning its U.S. business by growing fiber and carrier services while phasing out non-strategic legacy products [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to absorb short-term effects from evolving subsidy programs and regulatory changes [11] - The company reaffirmed its full-year guidance, expecting revenue to align with 2024 levels of $725 million, excluding construction revenue [22] - Management noted that the second half of the year is expected to contribute a larger share of full-year results, with improvements anticipated in operational efficiency and cash flow [22] Other Important Information - The Board of Directors approved a 15% increase in the quarterly dividend, raising it to $0.0275 per share, reflecting confidence in cash flow resilience [5] - The company ended the quarter with $113.3 million in cash, up from $97.3 million at the end of Q1 [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of the one triple B bill - Management indicated that the bill has not had an impact yet, but they are monitoring it closely [32][33] Question: Competition and access to labor and materials in fiber deployment - Management noted that expedited permitting policies will help speed up deployment, and currently, there is sufficient labor supply to meet needs [35][39] Question: Potential for fiber business to be converted into a REIT structure - Management stated that this is not something they have explored yet, although they acknowledge the opportunities in digital infrastructure [42] Question: When might growth in fiber-led services offset declines in legacy services? - Management is optimistic about improvements in the second half of the year, with a decent pipeline and increased demand from carriers [45][47] Question: Changes in competitive dynamics in the mobile market - Management acknowledged ongoing competitive pressures but noted improvements in subscriber quality and data consumption trends [48][50]

Strategic Divestments - StoneCo divested Linx and related assets to TOTVS for an enterprise value of R$305 billion and a total value of R$341 billion[12] - SimplesVet was divested to PetLove for an enterprise value of R$140 million and a total value of R$155 million[12] - The value captured from divestments represents approximately 25% of StoneCo's market capitalization, while the divested assets accounted for less than 5% of the company's adjusted net income[11, 14] Financial Performance (2Q25) - StoneCo's adjusted basic EPS for continuing operations increased by 409% year-over-year[20, 45] - Adjusted net income from continuing operations increased by 237% year-over-year to R$5981 million[20, 39] - Total revenue and income from continuing operations grew by 202% year-over-year to R$35009 million[34, 39] - Adjusted gross profit from continuing operations increased by 139% year-over-year to R$15615 million[39] Business Segments - MSMB (Micro, Small, and Medium Businesses) payments client base increased by 64% year-over-year[26] - MSMB TPV (Total Payment Volume) increased by 12% year-over-year[26] - Retail deposits increased by 36% year-over-year[28] - Credit portfolio increased by 25% quarter-over-quarter[30] Guidance Update - StoneCo updated its 2025 adjusted gross profit guidance to > R$6375 billion, reflecting a 145% year-over-year increase[17] - The company updated its 2025 adjusted basic EPS guidance to > R$96 per share, representing a 32% year-over-year increase[17] Future Outlook (2027 Guidance) - StoneCo projects MSMB TPV to exceed R$670 billion by 2027, with a CAGR of +14%[46] - The company anticipates retail deposits to surpass R$140 billion by 2027, with a CAGR of +17%[46] - StoneCo expects its credit portfolio to exceed R$55 billion by 2027, with a CAGR of +66%[46] - The company forecasts adjusted gross profit to exceed R$102 billion by 2027, with a CAGR of +18%[46] - StoneCo projects adjusted basic EPS to exceed R$150 per share by 2027, with a CAGR of +27%[46]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q2 2025, the company generated consolidated adjusted EBITDA of approximately $1.4 billion, distributable cash flow of approximately $920 million, and net income of approximately $1.6 billion [9][30]. - The full year 2025 guidance for consolidated adjusted EBITDA has been tightened to a range of $6.6 billion to $7 billion, while the guidance for distributable cash flow has been raised to a range of $4.4 billion to $4.8 billion [9][37]. Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company successfully completed a large-scale maintenance turnaround on Trains three and four at Sabine Pass, extending its record of consecutive man hours worked without a lost time incident to over 13.5 million hours [10]. - A new long-term contract was signed with JERA for 1 million tonnes per annum, marking the first long-term contract with a Japanese counterparty [11]. Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Global LNG imports reached record levels in 2025 despite market uncertainties, with European LNG imports increasing by 25% year on year [19][20]. - Asian LNG imports declined by 7% year on year in the first half of 2025, primarily due to reduced demand from China [22]. Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to grow its operating platform by approximately 25% to a total of 75 million tonnes by the early 2030s, with potential for further brownfield growth beyond this [9]. - The company is pursuing a phased approach to development, focusing on maximizing site capabilities and executing projects in a financially disciplined manner [8][15]. Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted the importance of U.S. LNG in maintaining global gas balances and mitigating the impact of legacy resource depletion [18]. - The LNG market is navigating global uncertainty and volatility, with geopolitical tensions affecting supply and demand dynamics [16]. Other Important Information - The company has deployed approximately $1.3 billion towards capital allocation priorities in Q2 2025, including growth CapEx and share repurchases [12][32]. - The company plans to increase its quarterly dividend by over 10% to $2.22 per common share annualized, reflecting a commitment to returning value to shareholders [34]. Q&A Session Summary Question: Will the pace of SPAs accelerate? - Management noted that a supportive administration has positively impacted customer conversations and the pace of SPAs [44][45]. Question: What are the drivers of optimization year to date? - Management indicated that margins have fluctuated, but optimization efforts across various pillars have helped maintain guidance [49][50]. Question: How does the EU's energy purchase agreement impact customer demand? - Management emphasized the company's strong track record and reliability, which are recognized by European customers [61]. Question: What are the key milestones for future growth? - Management highlighted the importance of permitting processes and ongoing commercial discussions as key milestones for future growth [62][63].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q2 2025, the company generated consolidated adjusted EBITDA of approximately $1.4 billion, distributable cash flow of approximately $920 million, and net income of approximately $1.6 billion [7][27]. - The full year 2025 guidance for consolidated adjusted EBITDA has been tightened to a range of $6.6 billion to $7 billion, while the guidance for distributable cash flow has been raised to a range of $4.4 billion to $4.8 billion [7][35]. Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company successfully completed a large-scale maintenance turnaround on Trains three and four at Sabine Pass, extending its record of consecutive man hours worked without a lost time incident to over 13.5 million hours [9]. - The run rate production capacity of existing large-scale trains has been increased to 5 million to 5.2 million tonnes per annum each, adding about 1 million tonnes per annum of production on a run rate basis [6]. Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Global LNG imports reached record levels in 2025 despite market uncertainties, with European LNG imports increasing by 25% year on year [16][18]. - Monthly price settlements for JKM and TTF averaged $12.53 and $11.7 per M respectively, reflecting a 3122% increase year on year [16]. Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to grow its operating platform by approximately 25% to a total of 75 million tonnes by the early 2030s, with a focus on leveraging its brownfield platform for further growth [7][14]. - The company has initiated the pre-filing process with FERC for its next large-scale growth project at Corpus Christi, CCL Stage 4, which is designed to maximize existing site capabilities [13][14]. Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted the importance of U.S. LNG in maintaining global gas balances and mitigating the impact of legacy resource depletion [17]. - The company remains committed to creating sustainable long-term value for stakeholders while safely operating its platform to supply global customers with reliable LNG [37]. Other Important Information - The company announced a new 1 million tonne per annum SPA with JERA, marking its first long-term contract with a Japanese counterparty [10]. - The company repurchased approximately 1.4 million shares for over $300 million during the second quarter [11][30]. Q&A Session Summary Question: Will the pace of SPAs accelerate? - Management noted that a supportive administration has positively impacted customer conversations and that the company is the largest LNG supplier to Europe, which enhances its negotiating position [41][42]. Question: What are the drivers of optimization year to date? - Management indicated that margins have fluctuated, with optimization efforts across various pillars helping to offset margin decreases [45][46]. Question: How does the EU energy agreement impact customer demand? - Management emphasized the company's strong track record in supplying LNG to the EU and the importance of commercial agreements to meet energy needs [52][56]. Question: What are the key milestones for future growth? - Management highlighted the importance of permitting processes and ongoing value engineering as critical milestones for future growth [57][58].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved record sales of $304 million, net income applicable to common shareholders of nearly $58 million, and record adjusted EBITDA of $133 million, improving the net leverage ratio to 0.7 times [14][18] - Generated cash from operations of over $160 million and record quarterly free cash flow of $104 million [14][18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Silver production was 4.5 million ounces and gold production was nearly 46,000 ounces, with cash costs of negative $5.46 per ounce and all-in sustaining costs of $5.19 per ounce [15][21] - Casa Berardi's unit costs dropped by over $600 per ounce compared to the prior quarter, with second-quarter gold production increasing 37% to just over 28,000 ounces [15][25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Silver made up 41% of consolidated revenue, while gold increased to 42% based on performance and price increases [19] - Margins expanded from 65% last quarter to 85% this quarter, with silver all-in sustaining costs at $5.19 per ounce after byproduct credits [19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The strategic vision focuses on operational excellence, portfolio optimization, disciplined capital allocation, and maintaining silver market leadership [5][6] - The company is prioritizing high-return projects while strengthening its balance sheet, with a focus on free cash flow generation [7][17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving production targets at Keno Hill, emphasizing a systematic approach to ramping up production while maintaining ESG commitments [12][13] - The company aims to create long-term value through disciplined capital allocation and strategic reviews of its assets [30][32] Other Important Information - The company is focusing on organic growth and has initiated a partial redemption of $212 million of senior notes to improve its balance sheet [17][20] - The exploration program continues to deliver consistent results, replacing depletion and growing the resource base [13] Q&A Session Summary Question: What was driving the higher grades and outperformance at Greens Creek? - Management indicated that good execution and additional areas with better grades were the main reasons for the performance [38] Question: What has changed regarding the production target at Keno Hill? - The company expanded operational flexibility and focused on reducing overbreak and controlling dilution, which supports the revised production target [41] Question: Why retire a large amount of notes with a significant term left on the debt? - Management stated that funds previously used for the Silverlink dividend and debt service would be better invested in operations and growth opportunities [44] Question: Can you provide color on the expected stripping ratio improvements at Casa Berardi? - The stripping ratio is expected to decrease as the pit nears the end of its mine life, with a projected 10% decrease by year-end [54] Question: What is the anticipated trajectory of throughput at Keno Hill? - The ramp-up to 440 tonnes per day will be gradual, with expectations of reaching approximately 330 tonnes per day by 2027 [84]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated net revenue for Q2 2025 increased by 3% to a record $760 million compared to $738 million in the same period last year [14] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2025 increased to $134 million, reflecting an adjusted EBITDA margin of 17.6% [16] - Adjusted net income increased to $81 million or $2.95 per diluted share [16] - Cash flow from operating activities increased by 11% to $182 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025 [10][18] - Adjusted gross margin for Q2 2025 was 34.2%, up from 34.1% in the prior year period [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Same branch sales for the Installation segment increased by 1% for Q2 2025, with a 9% increase in Commercial same branch sales, partially offset by a single-digit decline in Residential same branch sales [14] - Sales in the multifamily end market showed double-digit growth in Q2 2025 compared to the same period last year, marking the first time in nearly two years [7][8] - Heavy commercial activity continued to drive sales growth, with a 9% increase in commercial sales from the prior year period [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. single-family starts decreased by 7% year-to-date through June 2025, with expectations of a larger decline due to current interest rate environments [11] - The company noted that single-family completions experienced a nearly 10% decline relative to the same period last year [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on growing earnings and cash flow through geographic expansion and end market diversification [5] - There is a commitment to operational improvements and disciplined capital allocation, with nearly $68 million paid in cash dividends and approximately $84 million in stock repurchases in 2025 [5][19] - The company aims to acquire over $100 million in annual revenue, with recent acquisitions contributing to this goal [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the long-term fundamentals of the U.S. housing industry despite short-term challenges related to housing affordability [4][12] - The company anticipates increasing headwinds in the single-family market but remains optimistic about the multifamily sector's performance [50][80] - Management highlighted strong customer relationships and a diverse product portfolio as key strengths to navigate market fluctuations [12] Other Important Information - The company repurchased 300,000 shares of common stock at a total cost of $49 million during Q2 2025 [19] - The Board of Directors approved a third-quarter dividend of $0.37 per share, representing a 6% increase over the prior year period [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: What kind of mix improvement is being seen? - Management noted better performance from regional and local builders compared to large national builders, contributing to improved sales growth [25][26] Question: What is driving the improvement in complementary product margins? - The improvement was attributed to solid growth across complementary products and effective management by the centralized multifamily management group [30] Question: How did fiberglass prices and supply trend in Q2? - Management indicated that there has not been real price deflation on fiberglass and expects a potential impact from tariffs in Q4 [33][34] Question: What drove IBP's outperformance in Q2? - The outperformance was attributed to strong execution by the field team and growth in regional and local builders, particularly in states like Texas and Virginia [36][46] Question: What is the outlook for the multifamily market? - Management expressed optimism about the multifamily market, with increasing backlogs and bidding activity, but acknowledged potential headwinds from units under construction [50][51] Question: How sustainable are the market share gains? - Management indicated that while there are gains in specific markets, uncertainty remains regarding the overall market conditions in the second half of the year [79]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 reached $91.3 million, reflecting a 41% increase year-over-year, while year-to-date adjusted EBITDA was $109.4 million, up 42% [4][20][25] - Q2 GAAP loss per share was $0.22 compared to GAAP earnings per share of $0.14 in the prior year quarter, while adjusted EPS for Q2 was $0.39, up from $0.25 [20][21] - Year-to-date GAAP earnings per share improved to $0.16 from a loss of $0.42 in the same period last year [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fire Safety segment revenue for Q2 was $120.3 million, a 22% year-over-year increase, and year-to-date revenue was $157.4 million, up 27% [16] - Specialty Products segment Q2 net sales were $42.4 million, a 47% increase from the prior year, with year-to-date net sales reaching $77.2 million, up 23% [19] - Fire Safety's adjusted EBITDA for Q2 was $77.7 million, representing a 40% increase over last year, while Specialty Products adjusted EBITDA rose to $13.7 million from $9.3 million in the prior year [18][20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. wildfire activity was approximately normal in the first half of 2025, with expectations that the full season will not be exceptionally mild [18][34] - International operations, including Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific, contributed positively to revenue growth due to severe conditions [17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to provide high-quality products and exceptional service while delivering private equity-like returns with public market liquidity, focusing on three operational pillars: owning exceptional businesses, applying operational value drivers, and decentralized management [5][6][8] - Significant capital investment of nearly $62 million was made in Q2, including capital expenditures, share repurchases, and asset purchases to support the retardant business [4][25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the sustainability of Q2 performance, indicating that there were no one-time factors affecting results [50] - The company is committed to resolving operational challenges at the Saje plant and expects ongoing impacts until control is regained [58] Other Important Information - The company settled litigation with Compass Minerals for $20 million, which included the acquisition of surplus assets and the return of intellectual property [10][59] - Capital expenditures for Q2 were $12.8 million, with a focus on growth and productivity initiatives [24][26] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the range of normal wildfire activity? - Management indicated that a normal fire season is roughly 6 million to 7 million acres burned in the contiguous U.S., excluding Alaska [32][34] Question: Is there an inverse relationship between revenue per acre burned and acres burned? - Management confirmed that large swings in acres can lead to muted changes in retardant usage due to resource availability and operational factors [38][40] Question: How has resource availability evolved? - Management noted that California has expanded its air tanker fleet, which improves resource availability, and emphasized the importance of contract structures to support resource availability [44][45] Question: How sustainable is the Q2 performance in Fire Safety? - Management stated that Q2 performance is sustainable and not driven by one-time factors [50] Question: What was the impact of the Saje plant outages on financial performance? - Management acknowledged significant impacts from ongoing operational issues at the Saje plant, which are expected to continue until control is regained [58]

Core Insights - NACCO Industries reported consolidated revenues of $68.2 million for Q2 2025, a 30% increase compared to Q2 2024, but faced operational challenges leading to a decline in net income and operating profit [2][7][20] - The company anticipates improved profitability in the second half of 2025, despite lower expected full-year results compared to 2024 due to prior year business interruption insurance income [20][21] Financial Performance - Revenues for Q2 2025 were $68,235 thousand, up from $52,345 thousand in Q2 2024, marking a $15,890 thousand increase [2][34] - Operating profit decreased to $(51) thousand in Q2 2025 from $7,366 thousand in Q2 2024, a decline of $7,417 thousand [2][34] - Net income fell to $3,260 thousand in Q2 2025 from $5,972 thousand in Q2 2024, a decrease of $2,712 thousand [2][34] - Diluted EPS decreased to $0.44 in Q2 2025 from $0.81 in Q2 2024 [2][34] - Consolidated EBITDA for Q2 2025 was $9,259 thousand, down from $13,508 thousand in Q2 2024, a decline of $4,249 thousand [2][34] Segment Performance - Utility Coal Mining segment revenues increased to $28,626 thousand in Q2 2025 from $14,996 thousand in Q2 2024, while operating profit decreased to $(1,701) thousand from $(1,142) thousand [6][36] - Contract Mining segment revenues rose to $30,723 thousand in Q2 2025 from $27,920 thousand in Q2 2024, but operating profit fell to $1,010 thousand from $3,085 thousand [13][36] - Minerals and Royalties segment revenues increased to $7,268 thousand in Q2 2025 from $5,593 thousand in Q2 2024, with operating profit decreasing to $5,205 thousand from $7,591 thousand [16][36] Liquidity and Capital Structure - As of June 30, 2025, total debt outstanding was $95.5 million, with total liquidity of $139.9 million, including $49.4 million in cash [4] - The company paid $1.9 million in dividends during Q2 2025 and had $7.8 million remaining under its $20 million share repurchase program [4] Strategic Outlook - NACCO is positioned for growth, focusing on long-term contracts and operational efficiencies to enhance profitability [18][19] - The company plans to invest up to $86 million in capital expenditures in 2025, primarily for business development [28] - The Minerals and Royalties segment is expected to benefit from a recent acquisition of mineral interests valued at $4.2 million, enhancing future cash flows [26]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenues increased by 10% year-over-year, with earnings growing by 30% [8][10] - Adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter was $703 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 26% [8][21] - Free cash flow for the quarter was $129 million, down from $336 million in the same period last year [22] - The company returned $279 million to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends [23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Roofing business sales were $1.3 billion, up 4% from the prior year, with EBITDA of $457 million and margins of 35% [25][26] - Insulation business revenues were $934 million, a 4% decrease from the previous year, with EBITDA of $225 million and margins of 24% [28][29] - Doors business generated revenue of $554 million, with EBITDA of $75 million and margins of 14% [30] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North American repair and remodel activity accounts for over half of the company's revenue, with stable demand in non-residential markets [11] - Residential new construction demand is under pressure, representing only about a quarter of overall revenue [11] - European markets are showing encouraging improvement, with gradual recovery expected [11][36] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on high-value building materials in attractive markets, emphasizing structural improvements and strategic investments [10][12] - Recent acquisitions and divestitures, including the sale of the building materials business in China and Korea, are part of the strategy to sharpen focus [12][21] - The company aims to leverage its OC Advantage, which includes brand strength, technology, and cost position, to drive growth [15][16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The management expressed confidence in the company's ability to deliver higher, more durable margins and strong free cash flow despite challenging market conditions [42] - For the third quarter, revenue is expected to be approximately $2.7 billion to $2.8 billion, slightly below or in line with the prior year [36] - The company anticipates ongoing cost inflation and a slight decline in residential new construction demand [39][41] Other Important Information - The company achieved a recordable incident rate of 0.6, maintaining a safe operating environment [7] - The company has captured more than 75% of its enterprise run rate synergy target of $125 million from the Masonite acquisition [15] - The company is on track to return $2 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases by 2026 [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: North American industry capacity utilization trends - Management noted that industry utilization was below 90%, impacting pricing dynamics, with limited traction on price increases due to inflation [45][49] Question: Revenue expectations for non-residential insulation in Europe - Management indicated modest growth in non-residential insulation, driven by strong demand in data centers and manufacturing [55][59] Question: Performance of the doors business - Management expects low double-digit to low teens EBITDA margins for the doors business, driven by ongoing cost synergies and network optimization [63][66] Question: Mix dynamics in insulation and roofing - Management clarified that negative mix in insulation was timing-related and not a permanent trend, while roofing mix remains stable with increased demand for laminated shingles [72][74]