The companies under the Zacks Utility - Water Supply industry operate continuously to deliver a steady supply of clean, potable water and dependable sewer services to millions across the United States, services that are vital for maintaining public health and hygiene. Traditionally, water demand tends to dip during the winter months, as colder weather limits outdoor usage. In the spring, demand remains moderate, influenced by milder temperatures and gradually increasing outdoor activities.The aging of pipel ...

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CMS Energy Corporation (CMS) is strengthening its operations through planned investments and continues to gain from providing reliable, high-quality services to its customers. The company is increasing its renewable energy portfolio while phasing out coal-generating units.However, this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company faces risks related to its unfavorable costs associated with the shutdown of solid waste disposal facilities for coal ash.Positive Drivers for CMS EnergyCMS Energy is heavily investing in infrastr ...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced today plans to invest approximately $615 million CAD in British Columbia, as part of its 2025 capital investment program. This investment will support strategic infrastructure initiatives in the province, including many multi-year projects to increase fluidity in the Vancouver corridor and build capacity along CN’s network from Prince Rupert and across Western Canada. These projects will help ensure the safe mo ...

Here's our initial take on Applied Materials' (AMAT 0.29%) second-quarter financial report.Key MetricsMetricQ2 2024Q2 2025Changevs. ExpectationsRevenue$6.65 billion$7.10 billion+7%MissedEarnings per share (adjusted)$2.09$2.39+14%BeatOperating margin (adjusted)29%30.7%+1.7 ppn/aSemiconductor systems revenue$4.90 billion$5.26 billion+7%n/aNo Change to Customer DemandSemiconductor equipment manufacturer Applied Materials reported second-quarter results that were mixed relative to analyst expectations. Revenue ...

Moving Image Technologies (MITQ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call May 15, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Christopher Eddy - SVPFrancois Godfrey - President & COOWilliam Greene - CFO Operator Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the Moving Image Technologies Fiscal twenty twenty five Third Quarter Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. A question and answer session will follow the formal presentation. As a reminder, this conference is being recorded. I will now turn the call ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Q3 2025 revenue declined by 8.2% to $3,571,000 compared to the previous year [11] - Operating loss improved to $270,000 from $649,000 due to a substantial increase in gross margin [11] - Gross margin dollars increased by 57% to $1,063,000 in Q3 2025 versus $676,000 in Q3 2024 [11] - Net loss was reduced by more than half to $240,000 or $0.02 per share compared to a loss of $601,000 or $0.06 per share in Q3 2024 [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced project delays impacting revenue, but managed to complete significant projects for both new and long-term customers [6] - The base of recurring revenue from proprietary products such as pedestals, dimmers, and LED lighting continues to strengthen [7] - The company anticipates Q4 2025 revenue of approximately $5,200,000, including a CADI product sale for an NFL installation [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Analysts project a 9% increase in the domestic box office for the 2025 calendar year, reaching approximately $9.7 billion [4] - Consumer enthusiasm for the moviegoing experience is a key driver for growth, with several recent films outperforming box office expectations [4] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on developing long-term revenue opportunities while delivering high levels of expertise and service to current projects [5] - The strategy includes selling additional products to existing customers and enhancing value as a trusted partner [9] - The company aims to manage cash effectively to withstand business headwinds and invest in new product development [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted economic uncertainties causing customers to slow decision-making on cinema infrastructure investments [5] - Despite challenges, the long-term outlook for the company remains encouraging, with a focus on operational and financial discipline [4] - The company expects solid progress in reducing net loss on a sequential and year-over-year basis [13] Other Important Information - The company maintained a steady net cash position of $5,370,000 with no long-term debt at the close of Q3 [13] - Working capital continues to exceed $4,400,000, positioning the company strongly for future operations [13] Q&A Session Summary - There were no questions during the Q&A session, concluding the teleconference [15]

Industry Overview - The Zacks Building Products - Concrete & Aggregates industry is experiencing cautious optimism in 2025, primarily driven by public sector demand supported by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) [1] - The residential and private nonresidential sectors are facing challenges due to high interest rates and affordability issues, while the industrial segment, particularly data center and warehouse construction, is stabilizing [1][3] - Companies like Vulcan Materials Company and Martin Marietta Materials are leveraging favorable trends to navigate uncertainties in the macroeconomic landscape, weather-related issues, and increased labor costs [1] Trends Influencing the Industry - The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, along with other legislative measures, signifies a strong commitment to revitalizing American infrastructure, which is expected to provide a solid foundation for growth in construction companies [3] - The industry is focusing on acquisitions and operational efficiency to enhance domestic and international portfolios while maximizing earnings and cash flows [4] - Industry players are facing challenges from fluctuating input prices, weather-related risks, and a shortage of skilled labor, which can impact production schedules and profitability [5] Industry Performance and Valuation - The Zacks Building Products - Concrete & Aggregates industry ranks 96, placing it in the top 39% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating solid near-term prospects [6][7] - The industry's earnings estimates for 2025 have increased from $2.08 to $2.23 per share, reflecting growing confidence in earnings growth potential [8] - Over the past year, the industry has underperformed the S&P 500 and the broader construction sector, with a collective loss of 7.6% compared to a 10.8% gain in the S&P 500 [10] Current Valuation Metrics - The industry is currently trading at a forward 12-month price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 21.4X, slightly below the S&P 500's 21.59X and above the sector's 18.17X [13] - Historically, the industry has traded between a high of 24.39X and a low of 13.86X over the past five years, with a median of 20.08X [13] Company Highlights - **Vulcan Materials Company**: Focuses on strategic initiatives to enhance price performance and operational efficiencies, with a 2025 EPS estimate of $8.63, reflecting a 14.6% growth from the previous year [17][18] - **Martin Marietta**: Capitalizes on strategic acquisitions and robust demand in public infrastructure, with a 2025 EPS estimate of $18.86, indicating a focus on optimizing its portfolio and enhancing margin-generation capabilities [21][22]

Southland Holdings (SLND) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 14, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Alex Murray - VP of Corporate Development & IRFrank Renda - President & CEOKeith Bassano - CFOAdam Thalhimer - Director of ResearchJean Veliz - Senior Research Associate Conference Call Participants Julio Romero - Equity AnalystChristian Schwab - Senior Research Analyst Operator Good morning. My name is Chloe, and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to the Southl ...