Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE:MYE) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call March 6, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Meghan Beringer – Senior Director-Investor Relations Aaron Schapper – President and Chief Executive Officer Grant Fitz – Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants William Dezellem – Tieton Capital Management Operator Hello, and welcome to the Myers 2024 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results. My name is Elliot and I'll be your coordinator today. [Operator Ins ...

REV Group, Inc. (NYSE:REVG) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call March 5, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Drew Konop - Vice President, Investor Relations Mark Skonieczny - President and CEO Amy Campbell - CFO Conference Call Participants Mike Shlisky - D.A. Davidson Mig Dobre - Baird Jerry Revich - Goldman Sachs Angel Castillo - Morgan Stanley Operator Greetings and welcome to the REV Group First Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. A brief quest ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a 125% year-over-year increase in adjusted EBITDA, reaching $19.9 million, while gross profit increased by 1,349% to $20.5 million despite a top-line compression of $15.3 million or 7.9% [14][36] - For the fourth quarter, net sales from continuing operations were $40.7 million, slightly down from $41.2 million in the same quarter of 2023, with gross profit increasing to $7.3 million from a loss of $2.1 million [32][33] - The full-year net sales decreased to $177.9 million from $193.2 million in 2023, but gross profit rose significantly to $22.1 million from $1.5 million [36][37] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the tubular products segment, there was a year-over-year sales decline of $12.4 million, but segment-level gross profit increased by approximately $15 million due to cost management and product line optimization [16] - The specialty chemicals segment achieved its highest quarterly adjusted EBITDA since Q2 2022, driven by a 14% increase in gross margin despite moderate top-line compression [19][20] - Branded product sales in the specialty chemicals segment recorded a double-digit year-over-year increase, primarily driven by efforts in the oil and gas market [22] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The total addressable market for the specialty chemicals segment is over $9 billion, with a specific focus on branded products that offer faster cycle times and predictable demand [20] - The company noted a stronger order backlog in the tubular segment than it has seen in four years, indicating improving market dynamics [17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to maximize the value of its assets in the tubular product segment while investing in profitable growth in the specialty chemicals segment [7][8] - There is a focus on organic growth within existing product portfolios and underutilized capabilities, with a commitment to high-potential strategic initiatives [25][24] - The company has expanded its stock repurchase program, allowing for the acquisition of up to an additional one million shares over the next 24 months [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's foundation and its ability to drive growth while maintaining operational excellence [8][10] - The outlook for top-line growth is more optimistic for the second half of 2025, with expectations of market share gains rather than market-driven growth [44] - Management highlighted the importance of domestic sourcing and supply chain optimization as a competitive advantage [57][58] Other Important Information - The company remains debt-free with $16 million in cash and $47 million available on its revolving credit facility, positioning it well for future investments [39] - A total of 101,263 shares were repurchased for approximately $1 million during the year [40] Q&A Session Summary Question: Where do you see top-line growth starting? - Management indicated that top-line growth is expected more in the second half of 2025, with any uptick likely due to market share gains rather than market recovery [44] Question: What contributed to the growth in cash from Q3 to Q4? - The increase in cash was primarily driven by optimizing idle inventory and improved cash conversion cycles [48][49] Question: Any updates on underutilized assets? - Management confirmed the sale of a smaller warehouse and mentioned ongoing efforts to find a permanent solution for other underutilized assets [52] Question: How is the new cleaning portfolio being accepted? - The reception was positive, with new opportunities being pursued following the launch at a cleaning conference [55] Question: Is there potential for further margin improvement in chemicals? - Management believes there is potential for ongoing margin improvement as branded product sales increase, although significant price increases are not anticipated for 2025 [61] Question: Is the share repurchase plan feasible? - Management stated that the plan provides optionality and is contingent on market conditions and share price [64] Question: Where do you see the company a year from now? - Management emphasized a pivot to growth, focusing on filling underutilized assets with high-value applications [68]

Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc. (NASDAQ:GIFI) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call March 4, 2025 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Cindi Cook - Executive Administrative Assistant Richard Heo - President and CEO Wes Stockton - Executive Vice President and CFO Conference Call Participants Martin Malloy - Johnson Rice Operator Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc.'s conference to discuss the fourth quarter and full year 2024 results. All participants will be in a listen-onl ...

OneSpan Inc. (NASDAQ:OSPN) Q4 2024 Results Conference Call February 27, 2025 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Joe Maxa - Vice President, Investor Relations Victor Limongelli - Chief Executive Officer Jorge Martell - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Gray Powell - BTIG Catharine Trebnick - Rosenblatt Securities Anja Soderstrom - Sidoti Operator Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Q4 2024 OneSpan Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-onl ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the full-year 2024, Excelerate Energy delivered record adjusted EBITDA of $348 million, exceeding the high end of guidance [10] - Net income for 2024 was $153 million, reflecting a 21% increase year-over-year [10][29] - Total debt, including finance leases, was $696 million, with cash and cash equivalents of $538 million, resulting in net debt of $158 million [30][31] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The earnings growth was attributed to successful recontracting of FSRUs at elevated market rates and optimization of the core regasification business [11] - The company recorded a reliability of 99.9% across its fleet for the full year, marking the highest reliability in its history [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The supply/demand balance for FSRUs is expected to remain tight due to ongoing geoeconomic uncertainties, particularly in Europe [19][62] - The company delivered 272 cargoes of LNG in 2024, averaging about 2.5 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Excelerate Energy aims to expand its fleet and invest in core regasification while pursuing strategic initiatives for value creation [18][24] - The company is focused on broadening its market presence through investments in LNG import terminals and complementary downstream infrastructure [24][25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the strength of the core business and the ability to capture LNG supply optimization opportunities for 2025 [35] - The anticipated tightness in the supply/demand balance for FSRUs is expected to drive demand for LNG imports, particularly in Europe [62] Other Important Information - The company announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share, consistent with previous dividends [33] - A $50 million share repurchase program was fully utilized, with plans to consider new authorizations in the future [32][80] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on 2025 adjusted EBITDA guidance - Management indicated that the guidance does not include other growth opportunities outside of the FSRU fleet [44] Question: Details on the LNG carrier acquisition - Management is assessing multiple vessels for acquisition, focusing on near-term needs for cargo optimization [47] Question: Financial outlook for 2025 maintenance CapEx - All maintenance CapEx for 2025 is expected to be capitalized, with specific amounts guided [52] Question: Updates on Vietnam and Alaska projects - Management remains optimistic about opportunities in both regions, with ongoing discussions [73][70] Question: Stock repurchase plans - Management is pleased with the previous repurchase program and is considering future options for returning value to shareholders [80] Question: LNG optimization during Q4 - Two LNG optimization deals contributed positively to the fourth-quarter results, with expectations for continued optimization in 2025 [84]

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EVERTEC, Inc. (NYSE:EVTC) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 26, 2025 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Beatriz Brown-Saenz - Investor Relations Morgan Schuessler - President and Chief Executive Officer Joaquin Castrillo - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Nate Svensson - Deutsche Bank Cris Kennedy - William Blair & Company LLC James Friedman - Susquehanna John Davis - Raymond James Operator Good afternoon, everyone and welcome to EVERTEC's Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Cal ...

Dole plc (NYSE:DOLE) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 26, 2025 8:00 AM ET Company Participants James O'Regan - Head, Investor Relations Rory Byrne - Chief Executive Officer Johan Linden - Chief Operating Officer Jacinta Devine - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Christopher Barnes - Deutsche Bank Gary Martin - Davy Operator Welcome to the Dole plc Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast. Today’s conference is being broadcast live over the internet a ...

Jack in the Box (JACK) Q1 2025 Earnings Call February 25, 2025 05:00 PM ET Company Participants Chris Brandon - Vice President-Investor RelationsLance Tucker - Interim Principal Executive OfficerLauren Silberman - Director Conference Call Participants Brian Bittner - Senior Equity Analyst - RestaurantsGregory Francfort - Director - Lead Restaurant Analyst Operator Thank you for standing by, and good day, everyone. My name is Arzih, and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to ...