Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for the quarter increased by 6% year-over-year to $236 million, exceeding internal expectations [6][18] - Adjusted EPS rose by 10% compared to the prior year, driven by operating performance and share repurchases [6][20] - Consolidated adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $105 million, an increase of approximately 3% year-over-year [19] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - Commercial Services revenue grew by 5% year-over-year, with RAC tolling revenue increasing by 4% [21][22] - Government Solutions service revenue increased by 7% year-over-year, with total revenue up by 10% [10][23] - T2 Systems revenue declined by about 4% for the quarter, driven by reduced product sales and professional services revenue [14][24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - TSA volume declined by about 1% year-over-year, with year-to-date TSA volume remaining flat compared to last year [9] - The macroeconomic environment is stabilizing, with consumer confidence improving, although travel demand is lower than previous forecasts [9][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on expanding its Government Solutions segment, particularly in automated photo enforcement, which has seen legislative support across the U.S. [11][12] - A $100 million stock repurchase program has been authorized, reflecting the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders [15] - The company is maintaining its full-year 2025 financial guidance, with expectations for growth in Government Solutions and stabilization in the parking business [14][26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the growth prospects in the Commercial Services segment despite anticipated challenges in the third quarter [7][14] - The company is closely monitoring the airline industry as a key indicator for travel demand, which impacts the commercial services business [9][26] - Management highlighted the importance of finalizing the renewal contract with New York City, which is expected to provide clarity on future revenue [11][53] Other Important Information - The company has seen a significant increase in total addressable market (TAM) for automated photo enforcement, with recent legislation adding approximately $225 million [12] - The ongoing ERP implementation is on schedule and within budget, with the most complex portions largely complete [29] Q&A Session Summary Question: Clarification on travel trends and assumptions for the second half - Management indicated that TSA throughput is expected to remain around 99% to 100% for the second half of the year, aligning with guidance [36][37] Question: Insights on Fleet Management challenges - Management acknowledged a small decline in FMC revenue due to macroeconomic factors and customer churn, expecting further declines in Q3 before stabilization [39] Question: Government Solutions guidance improvement - Management noted broad-based strength in Government Solutions, with higher product sales and accelerated demand for photo enforcement driving the guidance increase [42][43] Question: Margins in Government Solutions - Management explained that margin pressures were due to a mix of increased international sales and ERP implementation costs, with expectations for stabilization as growth continues [48][50] Question: Update on New York City contract renewal - Management confirmed ongoing negotiations for the New York City contract, emphasizing the importance of finalizing the agreement for future revenue clarity [53] Question: CapEx and revenue relationship - Management clarified that increased CapEx is in preparation for future demand, with expectations for significant growth in the Government Solutions business [88] Question: D&A guidance for the back half of the year - Management indicated that the decrease in D&A is due to the amortization of previous deals running off, not a reduction in overall expenses [90]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales for Q1 were approximately $797 million, representing a decrease of 4.5% compared to the previous year [9][48] - Gross margin decreased slightly to 59.4% from 60.4% in the prior year [12][49] - Adjusted EBITDA was $128 million with an EBITDA margin of 16%, down from a record Q1 of the previous year [13][49] - Adjusted net income was $52 million, down from $87 million in the previous year [50] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Samsonite brand sales decreased by 2.6% when adjusted for a wholesale customer pulling orders into Q4 [11][23] - Tumi sales were down 2%, but showed growth in regions outside North America [11][23] - American Tourister sales decreased by nearly 11%, impacted by cautious buying from wholesale customers [11][23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America sales were down 8%, with a slight adjustment indicating a 5% decrease when accounting for order pull-ins [15][20] - Asia sales decreased by 7%, with a noted improvement expected in Q2 [14][17] - Europe experienced growth of 4.4% in Q1, with expectations for continued strong performance [16][22] - Latin America was flat in Q1 but is expected to return to double-digit growth in Q2 [17][22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on profitable, sustainable growth while maintaining cost discipline and strategic investments [8][76] - There is a strong emphasis on product innovation and development, particularly in the non-travel segment, which now accounts for 34% of sales [37][63] - The company is navigating tariff impacts by diversifying sourcing and implementing price adjustments [29][55] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted a macroeconomic environment with softened consumer sentiment, particularly in North America [3][5] - Travel demand is expected to remain robust, with a projected growth of 4% to 5% for the year [6][40] - The company anticipates a similar performance in Q2 compared to Q1, with slight improvements in certain regions [70][72] Other Important Information - The company has opened 64 net new stores in the past year, maintaining flat SG&A expenses [12][56] - There is a focus on maintaining a strong balance sheet, with net debt at approximately $1.2 billion and liquidity of nearly $1.4 billion [60][66] - The company is preparing for a potential dual listing, monitoring market conditions closely [79][80] Q&A Session Summary Question: Clarification on Q2 performance expectations - Management indicated that Q2 is expected to be similar to Q1, with slight improvements in Asia and Latin America [84][86] Question: Correlation between travel trends and sales growth - Management confirmed that travel trends are expected to remain correlated with sales growth, despite current consumer sentiment challenges [87][88] Question: Pricing strategies in response to tariffs - Management stated that pricing actions are being taken to offset tariff impacts, primarily focused on the U.S. market [90][91]