IRIDEX (IRIX) Q2 2025 Earnings Call August 12, 2025 05:00 PM ET Speaker0Thank you for standing by. My name is Jordan, and I'll be your conference operator today. At this time, I'd like to welcome everyone to the Second Quarter twenty twenty five IRIDEX Earnings Conference Call. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. I'd now like to turn the conference over to Trip Taylor, Investor Relations.You may begin.Speaker1Thank you, and thank you all for participating in today's call. Joi ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net sales for the second quarter were $1,340 million, down 1% on a constant currency basis [27] - Adjusted EBITDA was $293 million, up 3% on a constant currency basis [27] - Adjusted earnings per share increased to $0.89, up 7% as reported and 10% on a constant currency basis [28] - Adjusted tax rate improved to 24.4% from 25.5% in the same period last year [28] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Food segment net sales were $896 million, flat as favorable pricing offset softer volumes [30] - Protective segment net sales were $439 million, down 3% as reported and 4% in constant currency [33] - Food adjusted EBITDA was $210 million, up 3%, with a margin of 23.4%, up 50 basis points [32] - Protective adjusted EBITDA was $78 million, down 5%, with a margin of 17.8%, up 20 basis points from the first quarter [33] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. beef cycle saw a decline of 7% in slaughter rates, impacting the food segment [22] - EMEA region for food showed strength with volumes up low single digits [32] - North American market pressures accelerated in the second quarter, affecting food service and industrial processing [19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on transforming its Protective segment and improving customer engagement [12][14] - New product innovations include the Jiffy embossed paper mailer and hybrid auto vac solutions [15] - The company is optimizing its manufacturing footprint and has opened a new facility in Lakeland, Florida [16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted a stable second quarter despite global trade uncertainties and tariff impacts [10][11] - The company remains cautious about the second half of the year due to market uncertainties and lower growth expectations [17] - Management expressed confidence in the ongoing transformation and capital allocation discipline, with net debt below $4 billion for the first time since 2022 [25][26] Other Important Information - The company is maintaining its sales guidance range of $5.1 billion to $5.5 billion and adjusted EBITDA guidance of $1.075 billion to $1.175 billion [36] - Free cash flow guidance remains at $400 million, with capital expenditures expected to be lower than originally anticipated [38] Q&A Session All Questions and Answers Question: What does the volume impact for the second half look like for food? - Management expects a volume mix in the second half to be down three points in Q3 and Q4, primarily due to consumer spending shifts [46] Question: How should we think about near-term outlook for margins specific to food? - Management indicated that while there is a margin impact from volume loss, network optimization efforts are expected to balance out margins [55] Question: Can you talk about specific cost takeouts expected for the second half? - Management highlighted a focus on cost takeout initiatives, aiming for approximately $90 million in savings for the full year [60] Question: Are you seeing any slowdown in bidding and order activity? - Management reported no significant change in order patterns and remains optimistic about the performance of the industrial portfolio [71] Question: Why is the adjusted EBITDA range for 2025 so wide? - Management attributed the wide range to conservatism and low visibility regarding end markets, preferring to wait for more clarity in Q3 [78] Question: Can you describe your issue with procuring specialty resins? - Management clarified that there are no procurement issues but noted challenges related to tariffs impacting certain specialty resins [80]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net sales for Q2 2025 were $1.34 billion, down 1% on a constant currency basis [24] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $293 million, up 3% on a constant currency basis [24] - Adjusted earnings per share increased to $0.89, up 7% as reported and 10% on a constant currency basis [25] - Adjusted EBITDA margin was 22%, up 70 basis points [27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Food segment net sales were $896 million, flat as favorable pricing offset softer volumes [28] - Protective segment net sales were $439 million, down 3% as reported and 4% in constant currency [31] - Food adjusted EBITDA was $210 million, up 3%, with a margin of 23.4%, up 50 basis points [30] - Protective adjusted EBITDA was $78 million, down 5%, with a margin of 17.8%, up 20 basis points from the first quarter [31] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. beef cycle saw a decline of 7%, impacting the overall protein markets [20] - EMEA and Asia regions for the food business showed strength with volumes up low single digits [30] - The North American market faced pressures, particularly in the food service sector, leading to a shift in consumer spending [18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on transforming its Protective segment and improving customer engagement [12] - A new Chief Financial Officer, Kristin Actis Grande, is expected to drive transformation and shareholder value [6][7] - The company is optimizing its manufacturing footprint and has opened a new facility in Lakeland, Florida [15] - The strategy includes simplifying the organization and moving closer to the markets served [23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted a stable second quarter despite global trade uncertainties and tariff impacts [9] - The company remains cautious about the second half of the year due to market uncertainties and lower growth expectations [15][23] - The outlook for the food business is impacted by shifting consumer spending patterns, particularly towards value grocery [18] Other Important Information - The company generated $81 million in free cash flow in the first half of 2025 [32] - The net leverage ratio was 3.6 times, with a goal to reduce it to approximately 3.0 times by 2026 [32] - The company is maintaining its sales guidance range of $5.1 billion to $5.5 billion for the year [34] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of beef headwinds on volume expectations - Management indicated that the cattle cycle is expected to impact volumes, with a forecast of down 3% to 4% for 2025 and flat in 2027 [41][43] Question: Near-term outlook for food margins - Management expressed confidence in maintaining margins despite headwinds, citing ongoing productivity improvements [51][52] Question: Specific cost savings and guidance maintenance - Management highlighted ongoing cost takeout initiatives and network optimization efforts to bolster earnings [57][58] Question: Order activity and market dynamics - Management reported no significant changes in order patterns and remains optimistic about internal initiatives driving growth [66][68] Question: Full year EBITDA range and conservatism - Management clarified that the wide EBITDA range reflects conservatism due to market volatility and uncertainty [74] Question: Specialty resins procurement challenges - Management noted that while procurement is not an issue, tariff impacts have affected certain specialty resins [76][78] Question: Cattle cycle in South America and Australia - Management indicated strong performance in both regions, with expectations for continued strength [94][95]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated net revenue increased by 3.8% year-over-year, with a 5.2% increase in volume growth driven by e-commerce activity in North America [12][20] - Adjusted EBITDA declined by 18% for the quarter, or 12% excluding a non-cash impact of $1,200,000 from Amazon warrants [15][24] - Gross profit declined by 12% on a constant currency basis, with a 13% decline in gross profit in Europe and Asia Pacific due to lower sales and higher production costs [22][24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America was the key driver of top-line performance, with sales up 12.2% and volumes up 14.8% compared to Q2 2024 [13][20] - Automation revenue increased by 34% year-over-year, with expectations of full-year automation revenue between $40 million and $45 million [15][20] - Europe and Asia Pacific volumes were flat compared to the prior year, with Europe facing growth challenges due to tariff and trade uncertainties [14][20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America experienced solid growth, while Europe and Asia Pacific faced challenges, with combined revenue in Europe and APAC decreasing by 2.7% on a constant currency basis [20][21] - The energy market in Europe improved, with Dutch natural gas prices down more than 30% from early Q1 peaks, which is expected to positively impact margins [18][20] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on cost reduction and margin improvement initiatives, particularly in North America, with expectations for these efforts to take effect in Q3 [8][10] - A strategic multiyear deal in North America is anticipated to be transformational for the business, consuming significant capacity in the Shelton facility [6][11] - The company is transitioning to a more global organizational structure to enhance operational efficiency and scalability [10][11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in improved financial performance in the second half of the year, driven by cost improvement initiatives and deeper relationships with enterprise customers [6][7] - The company expects to see a normalization of input costs and improved margins in the second half, particularly in North America [17][18] - Management acknowledged the challenging start to the year but emphasized the groundwork laid for future growth and expansion [30][36] Other Important Information - The company has reduced headcount by 3% since April as part of cost-cutting measures [9] - The liquidity position remains strong, with a cash balance of $49.2 million and no drawings on the revolving credit facility [25][26] - The company is evaluating strategic sourcing options to minimize the impact of tariffs on capital expenditures [28] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide a bridge on EBITDA between 2024 and 2025? - Management expects volumes to be up by high single digits, but gross margin is anticipated to compress by about five points due to various pressures including warrants and temporary inefficiencies [38][40] Question: What is the outlook for Europe in July? - July showed volume growth in Europe, indicating potential stabilization, but management cautioned that it is too early to declare a trend [42][44] Question: How much of the gross margin decline was due to product mix in North America? - Approximately 4.7 points of margin pressure was related to warrants and temporary issues, with expectations for margin improvement beginning in Q3 [46][48] Question: What is the free cash flow outlook? - The company expects to finish the year with $70 million to $75 million in cash, lower than initial expectations due to lower EBITDA and inefficiencies [50][51] Question: What factors give confidence in the PPS business stepping up in the second half? - Management highlighted large enterprise wins in North America and improved conditions in Europe as key drivers for expected volume growth [56][58]

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Core Insights - Moderna announced a global workforce reduction of approximately 10%, which translates to nearly 800 employees, bringing the total number of employees below 5,000 by the end of the year [1][3] - The decision to cut jobs is driven by a significant decline in vaccine sales revenue, with the company's stock price dropping over 75% in the past year and market capitalization plummeting from nearly $200 billion to around $11 billion, a decrease of over 90% [3] Financial Pressure and Strategic Adjustments - To address the revenue decline, Moderna has implemented several cost-cutting measures, including a plan to reduce annual operating expenses by approximately $1.5 billion by 2027 [3] - The company also canceled plans to build an mRNA drug manufacturing facility in Japan due to changes in the global and Japanese business environment, indicating a strategic retreat from non-core business investments [3] Market Environment Challenges - Changes in U.S. health policy have directly impacted Moderna's business, including the withdrawal of long-term vaccination recommendations for children and pregnant women, which has narrowed the market for its latest vaccine [4] - The termination of a contract for developing an avian flu vaccine further constricts the company's business scope [4] - Moderna's second major product, the respiratory syncytial virus vaccine, has not gained significant market attention, leading to a downward revision of the company's revenue expectations for the year [4] - The timeline for achieving breakeven has been pushed from 2026 to 2028 due to underperformance in sales [4] - Despite these challenges, the CEO remains optimistic, highlighting that Moderna currently has three approved products and up to eight more expected to be approved within the next three years [4]

Core Insights - Quaker Chemical reported Q2 2025 revenue of $483.4 million, exceeding analyst expectations by 4.8%, but faced profitability challenges with Non-GAAP EPS at $1.71, missing consensus by 6.6% and down 19.7% year-over-year [1][2] - The quarter included an $88.8 million non-cash goodwill impairment in the EMEA business, leading to a GAAP net loss of $66.6 million, highlighting ongoing margin pressure and challenges in Europe [1][7] Financial Performance - Non-GAAP EPS was $1.71, below the estimated $1.83 and down from $2.13 a year ago, reflecting a 19.7% decline [2] - Revenue increased by 4.3% year-over-year, from $463.6 million in Q2 2024 to $483.4 million in Q2 2025 [2] - Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 10.4% from the previous year, indicating underlying operating cash flow challenges [2] - Non-GAAP net income fell by 21.5% year-over-year to $30.0 million [2] - Non-GAAP operating margin decreased to 10.5%, down 2.4 percentage points from the previous year [2] Business Overview - Quaker Chemical operates in over 25 countries, providing industrial process fluids and chemicals to sectors such as steel, aluminum, automotive, and aerospace [3] - The company focuses on five core areas: global market share, product diversification, managing raw material costs, growth through acquisitions, and sustainability [4] Key Developments - The revenue growth was driven by a 6% contribution from acquisitions and 2% organic product volume growth, with the Dipsol acquisition significantly impacting results, especially in the Asia/Pacific region [5][6] - Despite revenue gains, profitability was affected by higher raw material and manufacturing costs, with flat sales in the Americas and slight growth in EMEA [6] - The Dipsol acquisition is expected to enhance the company's technology base and market reach, contributing to new surface treatment solutions [8] Strategic Initiatives - The company emphasizes customer intimacy and e-commerce channels for expansion, alongside investments in new manufacturing capacity to improve efficiency [9] - Ongoing sustainability efforts include increasing renewable energy usage and a $20 million multi-year cost reduction program [10] Capital Allocation - The company raised its quarterly dividend by approximately 5% and repurchased about $32.7 million of shares, with net debt rising to $734.8 million [11] - Management remains focused on using various capital allocation strategies to support future growth [11] Future Outlook - Management projects revenue and earnings for FY2025 to be stable, with no formal guidance provided due to uncertainties in global markets [12] - Key themes to monitor include cost-cutting progress, acquisition integration, EMEA recovery, and margin defense through selective price increases [13]

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