Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company fully repaid its recourse corporate level credit facility, which had a balance of approximately $169 million [5] - Core FFO improved by approximately $1.9 million from the prior quarter, primarily due to higher net operating income and lower preferred dividends [7] - Net operating income (NOI) increased by approximately $2.6 million from the prior quarter, driven by improvements at the hotel [8] - Core FFO was negative $5.1 million or negative $8.85 per diluted share compared to negative $4.4 million or negative $45.15 per diluted share in the prior year comparable period [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Hotel NOI increased by 15% year over year, reaching $4.7 million in Q1 2025 compared to $4.1 million in the prior year [18] - Office segment NOI decreased to $7.1 million in Q1 2025 from $7.9 million in Q1 2024, driven by lower rental revenue in Oakland [17] - Multifamily segment reported an operating loss of $620,000 in Q1 2025 compared to income of $917,000 in the prior year, primarily due to an unrealized loss on investment [18] - Lending division NOI decreased to $590,000 from $789,000 in the prior year, mainly due to lower interest income [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The office lease percentage was 71.4% at the end of the quarter, and 83% when excluding the Oakland property [14] - Multifamily occupancy at 701 South Hudson reached approximately 41% at the end of the quarter, up from 22% at year-end [11] - The company anticipates a recovery in the Oakland residential market, although it may take time due to economic headwinds [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on improving its balance sheet and liquidity while accelerating its focus on premier multifamily assets [5] - The company has four operating multifamily assets and is actively evaluating potential asset sales to strengthen its balance sheet [6] - A joint venture for a 36-unit multifamily development in Echo Park is underway, expected to begin lease-up in the third quarter [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted the challenges in the office financing environment but expressed confidence in the completed refinancing program [5] - The company sees significant opportunities to grow multifamily net operating income through improved occupancy and market rents [10] - Management remains optimistic about the hotel asset's positioning heading into 2026 following renovations [15] Other Important Information - The company completed a refinancing on its office property in Austin, Texas, using proceeds to pay off its credit facility [20] - A one-for-25 reverse stock split was approved by shareholders and executed on April 15 [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: No questions were raised during the Q&A session - The call concluded without any questions from participants [21]

Core Insights - Steven Madden, Ltd. (SHOO) reported first-quarter 2025 results with total revenues increasing but earnings decreasing compared to the previous year [1][4] - The company experienced strong execution of strategic initiatives despite challenges from new tariffs on U.S. imports [2] - SHOO has withdrawn its 2025 financial guidance amid macroeconomic uncertainty [3] Financial Performance - Adjusted quarterly earnings were 60 cents per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 46 cents, but down 7.7% from 65 cents in the prior-year period [4] - Total revenues rose 0.2% year over year to $553.5 million, missing the consensus estimate of $562 million [4] - Adjusted gross profit increased 0.7% year over year to $226.5 million, but also missed the estimate of $226.9 million [5] Segment Performance - The wholesale business generated revenues of $439.3 million, a 0.2% increase from the first quarter of 2024, but below the estimate of $440.9 million [7] - Direct-to-consumer (DTC) revenues decreased 0.2% to $112.1 million, falling short of the expected $121.4 million [8] Strategic Initiatives - The acquisition of Kurt Geiger for approximately £289 million is seen as a key growth driver, aligning with SHOO's strategic goals in international expansion and DTC channels [2][12] - The company ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $144.8 million and did not repurchase any shares in the open market [10] Dividend Announcement - SHOO announced a cash dividend of 21 cents per share, payable on June 20, 2025, to shareholders of record as of June 9 [11]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved net sales of $153 million, representing a 3.3% increase in the core business compared to the prior year [13][45] - Gross margins improved to 41.9%, an increase of 910 basis points from 32.8% in the prior year [14][46] - Free cash flow for the quarter was negative $10.8 million, a decrease of $28.6 million compared to the prior year [15][48] - Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 17.8%, an increase of 460 basis points from the prior year [16][48] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The direct-to-consumer channel saw significant growth with more than a 10% increase, while third-party platforms like Amazon and eBay experienced growth of over 50% [12][21] - The B2B channel strengthened relationships with partners, resulting in over 2.5% growth [11][21] - The domestic muscle vertical experienced a 3% year-over-year growth, with power brands averaging an impressive 11% growth [21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is gaining market share despite a challenging macroeconomic environment, with no material pre-buy observed from customers in the second quarter [9][10] - The overall consumer sentiment has declined, indicating growing concerns regarding inflation and economic viability, which could moderate spending in the near term [50] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on operational excellence and cash flow optimization, with a strategic framework that includes enhancing customer relationships and product innovation [22][43] - The company is actively managing costs to offset tariff impacts, including spend optimization and operational improvements [30][36] - The strategic initiatives have driven $15 million in revenue across key areas and achieved $3.1 million in cost reductions [29] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the financial health of consumers shows signs of strain, which could impact discretionary spending [50][51] - The company is maintaining its revenue guidance for 2025, expecting $580 million to $600 million, implying approximately 2.5% growth at the midpoint [52] Other Important Information - The company launched several new products across various divisions, contributing approximately $8.1 million in revenue for the quarter [12][17] - The company is on track with its Mexico market expansion, having signed up 15 distributors [27] Q&A Session Summary Question: How does Holley's sourcing mix and capabilities to respond differ from peers? - Management highlighted that Holley's breadth and depth of product across various categories positions it well to gain market share, especially with most production costs based in the U.S. [55] Question: What has been the feedback to the price increase announced in early April? - Overall feedback has been positive, with distribution partners appreciating the blended approach across the portfolio compared to competitors who have implemented larger price increases [58] Question: Can you elaborate on the moderation in demand witnessed through the first quarter? - Management noted that while January and February were slow due to weather conditions, March saw strong performance, and there have been no significant changes in demand trends since then [65] Question: How much exposure does the company have to China regarding tariffs? - Management stated that while most production costs are U.S.-based, the situation is fluid, and the company is actively working to mitigate tariff impacts [90] Question: Can you provide more details on the changes to Holly events? - The company is optimizing events to enhance customer experiences and increase revenue through VIP experiences and improved merchandising [94]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved net sales of $153 million, representing a 3.3% increase in core business compared to the prior year [14][48] - Gross margins improved to 41.9%, an increase of 910 basis points from 32.8% in the prior year [15][49] - Free cash flow for the quarter was negative $10.8 million, a decrease of $28.6 million compared to the prior year [15][51] - Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 17.8%, an increase of 460 basis points from the prior year [16][50] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The direct-to-consumer channel saw significant growth with more than a 10% increase, while third-party platforms like Amazon and eBay experienced growth of over 50% [13][12] - The B2B channel strengthened relationships with partners, resulting in over 2.5% growth [12][22] - The domestic muscle vertical experienced a 3% year-over-year growth, while the Euro and import division recorded the highest growth at 17% [22] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is gaining market share despite a challenging macroeconomic environment, with no material pre-buy observed from customers in the second quarter [10][11] - The overall consumer sentiment has declined, indicating growing concerns regarding inflation and economic viability, which could moderate spending in the near term [53] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on operational excellence and cash flow optimization, with a strategic framework that includes enhancing customer relationships and product innovation [23][54] - The company is implementing proactive cost reductions and strategic sourcing initiatives to mitigate tariff impacts [14][30] - The strategic initiatives have driven $15 million in revenue across key areas and achieved $3.1 million in cost reductions [30] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the financial health of consumers shows signs of strain, which could impact discretionary spending [53] - The company is maintaining its revenue guidance for 2025 of $580 million to $600 million, implying approximately 2.5% growth at the midpoint [55] - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to navigate near-term challenges while preserving free cash flow [54] Other Important Information - The company launched several new products across various divisions, contributing approximately $8.1 million in revenue for the quarter [14][19] - The company has made significant progress in reducing inventory levels, achieving a reduction of over $3 million since year-end 2024 [20][47] Q&A Session Summary Question: How does Holley's sourcing mix and capabilities to respond differ from peers? - Management highlighted that Holley's breadth and depth of product across various categories positions the company to take market share, especially with most production costs based in the U.S. [58][60] Question: What has been the feedback on the price increase from distribution partners? - Overall feedback has been positive, with distribution partners appreciating the blended approach across the portfolio, contrasting with competitors who have implemented larger price increases [61][63] Question: Can you elaborate on the moderation in demand witnessed in the first quarter? - Management noted that January and February saw slow sales due to weather conditions, but March was strong, and current demand trends remain stable [67][69] Question: What is the approach to pricing in light of tariffs? - The company is implementing a blended price increase across its portfolio, with a focus on maintaining competitive pricing relative to peers [70][72] Question: How much exposure does the company have to China regarding tariffs? - Management indicated that while most production is U.S.-based, the evolving tariff situation requires ongoing analysis and mitigation efforts [90][92] Question: How are Holley events being optimized for revenue generation? - The company is enhancing event structures to increase attendance and merchandise sales, providing more opportunities for engagement with enthusiasts [93][95]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Global same restaurant sales declined by 2.1%, leading to a 1.1% decline in global system sales [5][26] - U.S. same restaurant sales decreased by 2.8%, while system-wide sales were down by 2.6% [5][26] - International same restaurant sales grew by 2.3%, with system-wide sales growth of 8.9% [6][27] - Adjusted EBITDA was $124.5 million, a decrease of $3.3 million year-over-year [33] - Adjusted earnings per share was $0.20, down $0.03 from the prior year [34] - Free cash flow under the new definition was $68 million, improving by $12 million compared to the prior year [35] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. company-operated restaurant margin was 14.8%, a contraction of 50 basis points year-over-year [29] - International segment showed strong performance with system-wide sales growth of 8.9% [27][28] - The company opened 74 new restaurants globally, with over 60% of openings occurring internationally [20][21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The consumer environment showed a decline in confidence, impacting demand negatively in March [27][78] - Traffic from households earning below $75,000 saw a high single-digit to low double-digit decline [80] - The QSR burger traffic was down mid-single digits in the first quarter, worse than expected [86] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on three strategic pillars: delivering fresh food, providing exceptional customer experience, and accelerating global net unit growth [6][7] - The "100 Days of Summer" campaign aims to enhance customer engagement through value offerings and core innovations [11][23] - The company plans to invest in technology to improve customer experience and operational efficiency [15][16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the challenging consumer environment and updated the full-year outlook to reflect potential continued pressure [23][40] - The company remains committed to long-term growth despite current macroeconomic challenges [24][45] - Management expressed confidence in the brand's ability to win in the marketplace through strategic initiatives [24][56] Other Important Information - The company plans to return up to $325 million to shareholders in 2025 through dividends and share repurchases [39] - The adjusted EBITDA outlook for the full year is between $530 million and $545 million [43] - The company expects full-year global system-wide sales to range from flat to down 2% [41] Q&A Session Summary Question: Concerns about the 2025 guidance and consumer behavior - Management acknowledged the pressure on consumers and the need for a prudent approach, emphasizing confidence in upcoming initiatives like the "100 Days of Summer" campaign [52][56] Question: Insights on consumer data and key metrics - Management highlighted accuracy and hospitality as key drivers of customer satisfaction, with early results showing improvements [61][63] Question: Unit development outlook and franchisee demand - Management expressed confidence in unit growth, particularly in international markets, and noted a strong pipeline for future development [70][71] Question: Impact of advertising spend on performance - Management indicated that while advertising spend was reduced, they maintained market share and focused on enhancing customer experience to drive frequency [88] Question: Effectiveness of limited-time offers (LTOs) - Management emphasized the importance of balancing core offerings with innovative collaborations to drive traffic and customer engagement [91][95]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported net income of $15.1 million and a return on average assets of 1% for Q1 2025 [8] - The core net interest margin increased by 10 basis points to 3.36% [24] - Total assets increased slightly, with shareholders' equity rising by $20 million to $579.6 million [22][23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Loan growth was flat due to elevated payoffs, but C&I loan balances grew by 4.9% linked quarter annualized [9][16] - Wealth management fee income decreased from the linked quarter but increased from the year-ago quarter, with expectations for growth despite market volatility [19] - SBA gain on sale income rose by 52% year-over-year, and mortgage production increased by 23% [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Deposits were essentially flat, reflecting stability compared to the previous year [15] - Commercial originations were up 4% year-over-year and 37% from the linked quarter [17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on building talent and technology platforms to enhance performance [11] - Strategic investments include the Aperture commercial banking online platform and ServiceNow for operational efficiency [12][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about returning to mid-single-digit loan growth rates in Q2 2025 [34] - There is caution regarding customer investment plans due to economic uncertainty, which may impact the latter half of the year [35][36] Other Important Information - The allowance for credit loss remains at 1.25% of loans, indicating a strong position [10] - Total non-interest expense decreased by $1.1 million from the linked quarter, with expectations for annual expenses between $145 million and $147 million [26][27] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the upside and downside risks to the outlook? - Management noted economic uncertainty but expressed confidence in loan pipelines and fee business momentum for Q2 [34][35] Question: Can you discuss the medium-term opportunities to improve the efficiency ratio? - Management indicated a focus on expense control and projected an efficiency ratio between 55% and 59% [50] Question: What is the updated rate sensitivity regarding potential rate cuts? - Management expects rate cuts to benefit deposit costs and sees opportunities for margin improvement [52][53] Question: How do you view charge-offs for the balance of the year? - Management is proactive in managing nonperforming assets and does not foresee elevated charge-offs at this time [69] Question: What is the outlook for the agricultural portfolio? - Management expressed concerns about future pricing scenarios due to tariffs but sees stability in 2025 [85][86]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported net income of $15,100,000 for Q1 2025, with a return on average assets of 1% [5] - Core net interest margin increased by 10 basis points to 3.36%, while tax equivalent net interest margin increased by 1 basis point to 3.44% [17] - Total assets increased slightly, with shareholders' equity rising by $20,000,000 to $579,600,000 [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Loan growth was flat due to elevated payoffs, but C&I loan balances grew by 4.9% linked quarter annualized [11] - Wealth management fee income decreased from the linked quarter but increased compared to the year-ago quarter [13] - SBA gain on sale income rose by 52% year-over-year, and mortgage production increased by 23% [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Deposits were essentially flat, reflecting stability compared to a decline in the previous year [11] - The company noted strong performance in growth markets, particularly in Denver [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on building talent and technology platforms to enhance performance, including the implementation of the Aperture commercial banking online platform [8] - Strategic investments in technology are ongoing, with a focus on operational effectiveness [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about returning to mid-single-digit loan growth rates in Q2 2025, despite economic uncertainties [24] - There is a cautious outlook for the latter half of the year due to customer hesitance in making investment decisions [25] Other Important Information - The company anticipates total annual expenses to be in the range of $145,000,000 to $147,000,000 for 2025 [19] - The allowance for credit loss remains ample at 1.25% of loans, with charge-offs increasing to 29 basis points primarily due to a partial charge-off of a previously reserved loan [6][7] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the upside and downside risks to the outlook? - Management indicated that while they feel positive about loan pipelines for Q2, uncertainty remains for the latter half of the year due to economic conditions [23] Question: Can you discuss the medium-term opportunities to improve the efficiency ratio? - Management expressed confidence in expense control efforts, with an efficiency ratio expected to be in the range of 55% to 59% [34] Question: What is the updated rate sensitivity regarding potential rate cuts? - Management noted that rate cuts could provide a tailwind to deposit costs, with expectations for continued margin improvement [36] Question: How do you view charge-offs over the balance of the year? - Management indicated that they do not foresee elevated charge-offs at this time, despite ongoing management of nonperforming assets [47] Question: What is the outlook for the agricultural portfolio given current economic conditions? - Management acknowledged concerns among farmers regarding tariffs and input costs, but expects stability in 2025 [59]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Aris Water Solutions reported adjusted EBITDA of $54.5 million for Q4 2024 and $211.9 million for the full year, representing a 21% increase from 2023 [24][14] - The adjusted operating margin for Q4 was $0.44 per barrel, while the full year margin was $0.45 per barrel, up 15% from the prior year [24][14] - Free cash flow for the year was $73 million, with capital expenditures of approximately $101 million [24][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Water solutions volumes grew 14% sequentially in Q4 2024 and 7% year-over-year for the full year [13][14] - The company expects water solutions volumes to average between 460,000 and 520,000 barrels per day in 2025, a 15% increase compared to 2024 [26] - Adjusted operating margins for the water solutions business are anticipated to be between $0.43 and $0.45 per barrel in 2025 [26] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has over 450,000 acres dedicated to its water solutions business, with 80% of forecasted 2025 volumes under long-term contracts [15][16] - Customers are forecasting mid-single-digit production growth in the Permian Basin, which will drive produced water volume growth [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to maintain and expand margins achieved in 2024 while pursuing operating efficiencies and disciplined capital investment [9][10] - Strategic initiatives include the acquisition of the McNeil Ranch, which is expected to support long-term water injection needs and reduce operating expenses [18][20] - Expansion into industrial water treatment beyond the oil and gas industry is a key focus, leveraging expertise in complex water treatment [22][86] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to generate significant free cash flow and increase shareholder returns in 2025 [7][9] - The company ended 2024 without any safety incidents, highlighting a strong commitment to safety as a priority [8] - Management anticipates continued strong completion activity and production growth from long-term contracted customers [9][16] Other Important Information - A 33% increase in the dividend to $0.14 per share was announced, reflecting confidence in the long-term outlook [13][29] - The company is pursuing beneficial reuse activities and has applied for a discharge permit for up to 475,000 barrels of reclaimed water per day [21][66] Q&A Session Summary Question: Thoughts on the Ranch acquisition and return profile - Management highlighted the attractive price of the McNeil Ranch and its potential for future growth, emphasizing the strategic optionality it provides [35][36] Question: Future acquisition strategy - The company continues to evaluate opportunities for inorganic growth, focusing on quality contracts and assets [44][45] Question: Dividend growth expectations - Management indicated that future dividend increases would likely be at a more consistent level, reflecting a sustainable growth approach [52] Question: Timing for McNeil Ranch development - Development of the ranch is expected to occur around 2026-2027, with initial surface revenue anticipated sooner [55] Question: Integration of the Ranch into existing operations - The ranch is expected to provide operational advantages, including reduced operating expenses due to eliminated landowner royalties [61][62] Question: Industrial water recycling projects - The company is expanding into industrial water treatment, leveraging expertise in proprietary treatment technologies [86][89] Question: Activity levels and customer stability - Management confirmed that operations with major customers remain stable, with an uptick in completion activity noted [102]