Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales for the third quarter were $143 million, up 8% from $132 million in the same period last year [4][16] - Adjusted diluted EPS were $0.60 per share, down from $0.61 in the third quarter of 2024, primarily due to unfavorable tax impacts [5][17] - Adjusted gross margin was 38.9%, an increase of 66 basis points year-over-year [16][17] - Operating cash flow generated was $29 million, compared to $35 million in the third quarter of 2024 [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Diversified end market sales increased by 22% year-over-year, accounting for 59% of overall company revenue [4][5] - Transportation sales decreased by 7% from the same period last year, totaling $58.5 million [10][16] - SideQuest revenues increased to $8.8 million, with bookings up 29% from the prior year [8][16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Book-to-bill ratio for the third quarter was slightly above 1, compared to marginally below 1 in the third quarter of 2024 [4] - Aerospace and defense sales rose by 23% year-over-year [7] - Industrial market sales were up 21% compared to the prior year, with a 9% sequential increase [9][49] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is transitioning from a component supplier to a supplier of sensors, transducers, and subsystems, validated by recent naval defense contract awards [8] - Focus remains on strong cash generation, appropriate capital allocation, and supporting organic growth and strategic acquisitions [19] - The company aims to enhance its growth profile through increased volumes in portable ultrasound diagnostics and therapeutics [7][12] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth prospects for medical, aerospace, and defense markets despite mixed signals in the transportation sector [25][49] - The company anticipates continued softness in commercial vehicle demand but expects strong performance in diversified end markets [14][12] - Management is closely monitoring the impact of tariffs and geopolitical factors while adapting to cost and price adjustments [14][51] Other Important Information - The company repurchased 400,000 shares for approximately $17 million during the quarter, returning $44 million to shareholders through dividends and buybacks year-to-date [18][19] - The company expects to maintain momentum in SideQuest revenues through the end of the year, with additional platform awards anticipated [8][42] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance on revenue and EPS - Management raised the midpoint on revenue guidance but lowered EPS guidance due to tax impacts from recent U.S. tax legislation [23][24] Question: Transportation production rates for 2026 - Transportation market signals are mixed, with some OEMs optimistic and others cautious; however, solid bookings were noted [25] Question: Gross margin contributions by end market - Margins are good across diversified end markets, with transportation trailing behind but still performing well [26][27] Question: Tax impact in 2026 - The adverse tax impact is expected to continue into 2026, with a projected tax rate in the low 20% range [37][38] Question: Inventory levels in transportation - Days of supply for light vehicles are around 50 days, which is considered normal; no concerns were raised [40][41] Question: SideQuest revenue contributions - SideQuest is expected to show seasonal revenue patterns, with a positive outlook for future awards [42] Question: Operating expenses increase - The increase in operating expenses was primarily due to a $4.2 million reserve increase and higher equity-based compensation [43]

Core Viewpoint - Boeing is experiencing a recovery in commercial aircraft deliveries and orders, despite ongoing challenges related to U.S.-China trade negotiations and supply chain issues [5][8]. Delivery and Order Recovery - Boeing's revenue increased by 35% year-on-year to $22.75 billion in Q2 2025, driven by a significant rise in commercial aircraft deliveries [5]. - The company delivered 150 commercial aircraft in Q2, up from 93 in the same period last year, marking the highest number for that quarter since 2018 [6]. - Boeing's production of the 737 model has increased to 38 units per month, with plans to raise it to 42 units later this year; the production of the 787 model has also risen from 5 to 7 units per month [6]. - In Q2, Boeing secured 455 net aircraft orders, including significant orders from Qatar Airways and British Airways [6]. Tariffs and Supply Chain Challenges - Ongoing U.S.-China trade negotiations create uncertainty for Boeing's orders and deliveries, as China is its largest overseas market [8]. - The introduction of a 125% tariff on U.S. aircraft in April 2023 led to a temporary halt in Chinese airlines accepting Boeing aircraft, which resumed in June [8]. - Airbus has benefited from a recent agreement between the EU and the U.S. to restore zero tariffs on commercial aircraft, while Boeing continues to face supply chain challenges similar to those affecting Airbus [8][9]. - The global backlog of undelivered aircraft has risen to over 17,000 units, significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels, indicating potential delivery delays [9]. - Boeing's total backlog at the end of the first half of the year reached $619 billion, with commercial aircraft backlog exceeding 5,900 units valued at $522 billion [9].

Group 1: Leadership Changes - Boeing China President Liu Qing has recently retired, with Carol Shen appointed as the acting Managing Director, a position that previously did not exist [2] - Liu Qing, who took over as Boeing China President after Sherry Carbary's retirement, had a background in government relations and leadership roles in automotive companies [2] - Liu Qing's tenure saw Boeing facing regulatory crises and strikes that impacted aircraft production and delivery, but the company is now gradually restoring production capacity [2] Group 2: Delivery and Orders Recovery - Boeing reported a 35% year-on-year revenue increase to $22.75 billion in Q2 2025, driven by a significant rise in commercial aircraft deliveries, although the company still posted a net loss of $612 million, an improvement from $1.439 billion the previous year [3] - In Q2, Boeing delivered 150 commercial aircraft, up from 93 in the same period last year, marking the highest delivery count for that quarter since 2018 [4] - Boeing's production of the 737 model has increased to 38 units per month, with plans to raise it to 42 units later this year, while the production of the wide-body 787 model has risen from 5 to 7 units per month [4] Group 3: Tariffs and Supply Chain Challenges - Ongoing U.S.-China trade negotiations create uncertainty for Boeing's orders and deliveries, as China is Boeing's largest overseas market [5] - In April, U.S. tariffs imposed a 125% tax on imported American aircraft, causing Chinese airlines to pause Boeing aircraft acceptance until June [6] - Currently, during a "buffer period" in trade negotiations, certain aircraft and engine parts are exempt from tariffs, allowing Chinese airlines to import aircraft at previous tax rates [6] Group 4: Backlog and Supply Chain Issues - The global backlog of undelivered aircraft exceeds 17,000 units, significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels, indicating potential delivery times of up to 14 years [7] - Boeing's total backlog at the end of the first half of the year reached $619 billion, with commercial aircraft backlog exceeding 5,900 units valued at $522 billion [7]

Core Viewpoint - Both Boeing and Airbus, the world's largest commercial aircraft manufacturers, are improving their production rates and financial conditions but still face significant challenges before fully recovering to a stable state [1] Financial Performance - Airbus reported a revenue of €29.6 billion for the first half of 2025, a 3% increase from €28.8 billion in the same period last year [2] - The EBIT (Earnings Before Interest and Taxes) for Airbus was €1.617 billion, up from €1.456 billion year-on-year [2] - Airbus's commercial aircraft segment generated €20.8 billion in revenue, a 2% decline compared to the previous year [2] - Boeing's Q2 revenue reached $22.75 billion, with a total revenue of $42.2 billion for the first half of the year, marking a 35% and 26% increase respectively [3] - Boeing's net loss for Q2 was $612 million, significantly reduced from $1.44 billion in the same quarter last year [3] Delivery and Orders - Airbus delivered 306 commercial aircraft in the first half of 2025, down from 323 in the same period last year [2] - Boeing's delivery of new aircraft reached 150 in Q2, totaling 280 for the first half, a substantial increase from 175 year-on-year [3] - Boeing's net order volume in Q2 was 455 aircraft, including high-value models like the 777X and 787 series [4] Production Capacity and Challenges - Boeing's current backlog includes nearly 6,000 aircraft valued at over $600 billion [6] - Boeing's 737 series production rate has reached 38 aircraft per month, with plans to increase to 42 pending regulatory approval [6] - Airbus aims to achieve a monthly production rate of 75 A320 aircraft by 2027, with ongoing production challenges affecting A350 and A220 projects [7] Market Environment - Recent agreements between the US and major economies, including the EU and China, have restored low or zero tariffs on aircraft manufacturing and parts, alleviating potential cost increases for airlines [8] - The aviation industry continues to face a complex operational environment, but recent tariff agreements are seen as a positive development for manufacturers [8]

Core Viewpoint - The global aviation industry is significantly impacted by delivery delays from aircraft and engine manufacturers, leading to reduced aircraft deliveries and increased operational challenges for airlines [1][3]. Group 1: Airbus Financial Performance - Airbus delivered 306 commercial aircraft in the first half of 2025, a decrease from 323 in the same period of 2024, due to engine supply issues [1]. - The company's consolidated revenue increased by 3% year-on-year to €29.6 billion, while revenue from the commercial aircraft segment decreased by 2% to €20.8 billion [1]. - Adjusted EBIT for the first half of 2025 was €2.204 billion, up from €1.391 billion in the same period of 2024, but adjusted EBIT related to commercial aircraft fell to €1.714 billion from €1.954 billion [1]. Group 2: Production Capacity and Supply Chain Challenges - Airbus aims to increase A320 production to 75 aircraft per month by 2027, with A330 production currently stable at 4 per month and a target of 5 by 2029 [2]. - Supply chain challenges have been exacerbated post-pandemic, affecting production capacity for A350 and A220 projects, with targets set for 12 A350s per month by 2028 and 14 A220s by 2026 [2]. - The pandemic led to significant layoffs in both aircraft manufacturers and parts suppliers, complicating the recovery process and causing delivery delays [2]. Group 3: Industry-Wide Impacts - The global backlog of undelivered aircraft exceeds 17,000, significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels, indicating potential delivery times of up to 14 years [3]. - Airlines are increasingly turning to the second-hand market or leasing aircraft due to delays in new deliveries, resulting in a 20-30% increase in narrow-body aircraft rental rates compared to 2019 [3]. - The supply chain issues have led to increased costs for airlines, including higher leasing costs and maintenance expenses due to aging fleets [4].

Core Insights - The CEO of Airbus stated that the company is still facing supply chain issues affecting engine production [1] Group 1 - The ongoing supply chain problems are impacting the availability and production timelines of aircraft engines [1]

Core Viewpoint - American Airlines has received its first Airbus A321XLR long-range aircraft, but it will remain in Europe due to supply chain issues causing a shortage of seats [1] Group 1: Aircraft Acquisition - The company signed the acceptance documents for the aircraft in Hamburg, Germany [1] - American Airlines had ordered a total of 50 long-range aircraft in 2019 [1] Group 2: Operational Plans - The airline plans to use the aircraft on transcontinental routes in the U.S. later this year before transitioning it to international services [1] Group 3: Supply Chain Challenges - The aircraft will stay in Europe until the current seat supply chain challenges are resolved [1] - The company did not disclose the name of the seat manufacturer involved in the supply chain issues [1]

Core Viewpoint - American Airlines has received its first Airbus A321XLR long-range aircraft, but it will remain in Europe due to a shortage of seats caused by supply chain issues [1] Summary by Relevant Sections Aircraft Acquisition - American Airlines signed documents to accept the aircraft in Hamburg, Germany on Friday [1] - The airline had ordered 50 of these long-range aircraft in 2019 [1] Operational Plans - The plan is to initially deploy the first aircraft on transcontinental routes within the U.S. later this year, followed by international service [1] Supply Chain Issues - The aircraft will stay in Europe until the current seat supply chain issues are resolved [1] - The company did not disclose the name of the seat manufacturer [1]

Core Viewpoint - The new Airbus aircraft for American Airlines is grounded due to supply chain issues [1] Company Summary - American Airlines is facing operational disruptions as its new Airbus aircraft are unable to be utilized [1] Industry Summary - The aviation industry is experiencing challenges related to supply chain management, impacting aircraft delivery and operational efficiency [1]

Group 1 - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has downgraded its global airline industry net profit forecast for 2025 to $36 billion, down from the previous estimate of $36.6 billion, due to trade tensions and declining consumer confidence [1] - IATA predicts that total revenue for the global airline industry will reach $979 billion in 2025, with passenger numbers expected to hit 4.99 billion, both lower than previous forecasts [1] - IATA's chairman, Walsh, emphasized that increasing trade barriers could harm the economy and the airline industry, while calling for governments to keep aerospace out of trade wars [1] Group 2 - The recovery of the civil aviation passenger market post-pandemic has led to record numbers of travelers, but airlines are facing challenges due to aircraft delivery delays and supply chain bottlenecks [2] - There is a backlog of over 17,000 aircraft orders globally, significantly higher than the pre-pandemic backlog of 10,000-11,000, indicating potential delivery times extending up to 14 years [2] - IATA's report indicates that the average age of airline fleets has increased from 13 years in 2015 to 15 years, with fleet replacement rates at only half of what they were in 2020 [3]