Westlake Chemical Partners (WLKP) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 02, 2025 01:00 PM ET Company Participants Johnathan Zoeller - VP & TreasurerJean-Marc Gilson - President, CEO & DirectorM. Steven Bender - EVP & CFOMatthew Blair - Managing Director Operator Good afternoon. Thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Westlake Chemical Partners First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. During the presentation, all participants will be in a listen only mode. After the speakers' remarks, you will be inv ...

Shares of Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Company (HBB) have declined 23.2% since reporting results for the first quarter of 2025. This compares with the S&P 500 index’s 0.63% growth over the same time frame. Over the past month, the stock has declined 16.3% against the S&P 500’s 3.4% rally.Earnings Rebound on Higher Margins & Improved VolumeIn the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, Hamilton Beach reported revenues of $133.4 million, up 4% from $128.3 million in the same period last year. Gross profit rose 9 ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Westlake Partners reported a net income of $5 million or $0.14 per unit for Q1 2025, which is $10 million lower than Q1 2024 due to lower production and sales volume from the planned turnaround at Petro one [6][8] - Consolidated net income, including OpCo's earnings, was $42 million on consolidated net sales of $238 million [8] - Distributable cash flow for the quarter was $5 million or $0.13 per unit, a decrease of $12 million compared to Q1 2024 [8][10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The planned turnaround at the Petro one ethylene unit in Lake Charles, Louisiana, resulted in lower production and sales volume, impacting overall earnings [6][8] - The partnership maintained a strong leverage ratio of approximately one times, with long-term debt at $400 million [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted that global trade tensions have intensified, creating uncertainty for businesses and investors, which may lead to market volatility [11] - The ethylene sales agreement provides a predictable fee-based cash flow structure, supporting financial performance despite market conditions [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to evaluate growth opportunities through increasing ownership interest in OpCo, acquisitions of other income streams, and organic growth through facility expansions [12] - The focus remains on maintaining a strong balance sheet and conservative financial metrics while providing long-term value and distributions to unitholders [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the stability of cash flows due to the fixed margin ethylene sales agreement, which mitigates market volatility [6][11] - The successful completion of the Petro one turnaround positions the company for solid production levels in the future [12] Other Important Information - The partnership has made 43 consecutive quarterly distributions since its IPO in July 2014, with a cumulative distribution coverage ratio of approximately 1.1 times [10][12] - The first quarter distribution of $0.04 per unit will be paid on May 29, 2025 [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: The financial impact of the Q1 turnaround at TETRA one seems significant. Can you explain? - Management indicated that the impact was as planned, with the unit down for February and March, and elevated interest rates may have also affected performance [17][18] Question: Is there still enough valuation difference to justify keeping Westlake healthy around? - Management noted that while the parent company has seen some valuation compression, the value proposition remains strong over the business cycle [19][20]

Columbia Sportswear Company (COLM) reported impressive first-quarter 2025 results, wherein both the top and bottom lines increased year over year. Also, both sales and earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate.The company exceeded first-quarter expectations with strong international growth, especially in Asia, while U.S. sales declined slightly. It is navigating significant uncertainty due to the newly imposed U.S. tariffs, prompting a withdrawal of full-year guidance. As a result, shares of this company d ...

inTEST (INTT) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 02, 2025 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Shawn Southard - Investor RelationsRichard Grant - President & CEODuncan Gilmour - CFO, Treasurer & SecretaryJaeson Schmidt - Director of Research Conference Call Participants Richard Ryan - Vice President, Senior Research AnalystTed Jackson - MD & Senior Research Analyst Operator Greetings and welcome to the Intest Corporation First Quarter twenty twenty five Financial Results. At this time, all participants are in a listen o ...

Thailand Monthly Economic Thailand Monthly Economic Monitor Monitor 22 April 2025 Thailand's economic activity showed mixed signals in February. Steady consumption and strong exports were offset by a sharp contraction in private investment due to rising uncertainty. Goods exports remained a key driver, bolstered by robust shipments to the US and China, in part due to frontloading amid rising global trade uncertainties. However, mounting risks from global trade uncertainty are a concern. The tourism recovery ...

Harley-Davidson on Thursday suspended its full-year forecast as President Trump’s tariffs fuel economic uncertainty.“Due to the uncertain global tariff situation and macroeconomic conditions, we are withdrawing our full year 2025 financial outlook,” the motorcycle maker said in a statement.The company estimated its tariff bill could reach $175 million this year, even though most of its suppliers are in the US, because it still imports parts from China, which face a hefty 145% tariff.Harley-Davidson suspende ...

Titan International (TWI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 01, 2025 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Alan Snyder - VP of Financial Planning & Investor RelationsPaul Reitz - CEO & PresidentDavid Martin - Senior VP & CFO Conference Call Participants Michael Shlisky - Managing Director & Senior Equity Research AnalystSteve Ferazani - Senior Equity Analyst - Diversified Industrials & EnergyDerek Soderberg - Director, Senior Equity Research AnalystThomas Kerr - Senior Analyst Operator Good morning all and thank you for ...

Enviri (NVRI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 01, 2025 09:00 AM ET Speaker0 everyone to the Enviro Corporation First Quarter twenty twenty five Release Conference Call. All lines have been placed on mute to avoid any background noise. After the speakers' remarks, there will be a question and answer period. Also, this telephone conference presentation and accompanying webcast made on behalf of Enviary Corporation are subject to copyright by Enviary Corporation and all rights are reserved. No recordings or redistri ...

Titan International (TWI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 01, 2025 09:00 AM ET Speaker0 Good morning all and thank you for joining us for the Titan International Inc. First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Call and Webcast. At this time, all participants have been placed on listen only mode and we will open the floor for questions and comments after the It is now my pleasure to turn the floor over to Alan Snyder, Vice President, Financial Planning and Investor Relations at Titan. Mr. Snyder, the floor is yours ...