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Core Insights - Vistra Corp. reported a net loss of $268 million for Q1 2025, a significant decline from a net income of $18 million in Q1 2024, primarily due to unrealized mark-to-market losses on derivative positions as energy prices increased [4][19] - Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $1,240 million, up from $810 million in Q1 2024, driven by strong retail performance and higher wholesale prices [4][6] - The company reaffirmed its 2025 guidance for Ongoing Operations Adjusted EBITDA in the range of $5.5 billion to $6.1 billion, and Ongoing Operations Adjusted Free Cash Flow before Growth in the range of $3.0 billion to $3.6 billion [6][7] Financial Performance - Operating revenues for Q1 2025 were $3,933 million, compared to $3,054 million in Q1 2024, reflecting a year-over-year increase [19] - The company’s cash flow from operations was $599 million for Q1 2025, an increase from $312 million in Q1 2024 [21] - Total available liquidity as of March 31, 2025, was approximately $3,903 million, including cash and cash equivalents of $561 million [8] Segment Performance - Adjusted EBITDA by segment for Q1 2025 included: Retail at $184 million (up from $(28) million), Texas at $490 million (up from $429 million), East at $514 million (up from $367 million), and West at $62 million (up from $56 million) [4][22] - The retail segment showed significant improvement, contributing positively to the overall financial results [4][22] Strategic Initiatives - Vistra is focusing on expanding its fleet of zero-carbon resources, including solar, energy storage, and nuclear, as part of its long-term strategy [8][11] - The company has hedged approximately 100% of its expected generation volumes for 2025 and about 90% for 2026, which supports its financial guidance [7][11] Shareholder Returns - Since November 2021, Vistra has executed approximately $5.2 billion in share repurchases, with about $1.5 billion of the share repurchase authorization remaining available [11][12] - The company continues to prioritize returning capital to shareholders while investing in growth opportunities [11][12]

Summary of Custom Truck OneSource (CTOS) FY Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Custom Truck OneSource (CTOS) - **Industry**: Specialty equipment rental and sales, focusing on electric, utility transmission and distribution, communications, and rail markets in North America - **Business Model**: One-stop shop offering rental, sales, and aftermarket parts and services [1][2] Key Points and Arguments Rental Fleet Characteristics - **Fleet Size**: Over 10,000 units, with 70% focused on utility markets, 10% on rail and telecom, and the remainder on specialty vocational trucks [5][6] - **Asset Life**: Equipment has a useful life of 10 to 20 years, with an average rental duration of just over one year [7][8] - **Fleet Age**: The average age of the fleet is just over three years, which is considered a competitive advantage [9] Integrated Production Capabilities - **Production Model**: Custom Truck sources attachments and chassis directly from major suppliers, allowing for economies of scale and cost advantages [11][12] - **Customer Flexibility**: The company caters to customer needs through rentals, sales, and aftermarket services, enhancing customer retention [13][14] End Markets and Demand Trends - **Revenue Breakdown**: 55% from utility, just under 30% from infrastructure, and each rail and telecom contributing just under 5% [15][16] - **Market Drivers**: Strong demand for utility grid upgrades, infrastructure projects, and ongoing investments in rail and telecom, with a noted softness in telecom [17][19] Growth Opportunities - **Future Drivers**: Anticipated growth from utility grid upgrades, electrification, manufacturing onshoring, and data center investments [20][21] - **Q1 Performance**: Reported a 13% growth in the ERS segment, with improved rental fleet utilization at 78% [25] Tariff Impact and Procurement Strategy - **Tariff Resilience**: The company is well-positioned with a young rental fleet and significant pre-tariff inventory, minimizing the impact of potential tariffs [26][27] - **Supplier Relationships**: Strong relationships with suppliers have allowed for proactive procurement strategies to mitigate cost increases [28][30] Capital Allocation and Free Cash Flow - **Free Cash Flow Target**: Aiming for $50 million in levered free cash flow, with significant investments in the rental fleet projected between $375 million and $400 million [52][53] - **Debt Reduction Priority**: Focus on reducing net leverage to below three times by the end of 2026 [54][56] Backlog and Long-Term Growth - **Backlog Status**: Increased backlog by over $51 million in Q1, with a healthy range of four to six months on hand [60][62] - **Growth Projections**: Expected long-term growth rates in the high single digits to low double digits, with targeted gross profit margins of 15% to 18% for new sales [66][68] Customer Dynamics - **Demand from Customers**: Both larger and smaller customers are showing good demand, with smaller customers leaning towards rentals due to capital expense hesitancy [70][72] Additional Important Insights - **Greenfield Strategy**: The company is expanding its footprint with new locations and acquisitions, targeting areas with customer demand [45][49] - **Pricing Strategy**: Adjusted gross profit margins targeted at low to mid-seventy percent for rentals and mid-twenty percent for asset sales, with recent price increases reflecting market conditions [41][42][43] This summary encapsulates the key insights and strategic directions discussed during the Custom Truck OneSource FY Conference Call, highlighting the company's operational strengths, market dynamics, and future growth potential.