Fleet and Operations - The company has a modern jackup fleet with an average age of approximately 6 years[7] - The fleet utilization is at 100%[7] - The company's Q2 2023 Adjusted EBITDA margin was 45%[7] - The company's contract backlog is $1.83 billion[7] - The company's Q2 2023 technical uptime was 98.7%[37] Market Dynamics - Modern jackup rig utilization is back at 2014 levels, reaching 93.7%[13] - Over 30% of the global jackup fleet is over 30 years old, with over 150 jackups retired since 2015, averaging 38 years of age at retirement[18] - The orderbook for new jackup rigs is at a record low, representing approximately 3% of the total fleet[22] Financial Outlook - The company has 75% contract coverage for 2024 at an average dayrate of $129k/day[29] - The company has 53% contract coverage for 2025 at an average dayrate of $130k/day[29] - The company has 18% contract coverage for 2026-2028 at an average dayrate of $125k/day[29]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 increased 18% year over year to $35.3 million, driven primarily by volume gains and new customer expansions [20][21] - Gross profit rose 23.1% to $9.2 million, with gross margin improving to 26.1% from 25% in the same quarter last year [21][22] - Net income increased 123% to $1.2 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, compared to $0.6 million, or $0.01 per diluted share, in the prior year [22][23] - Cash and cash equivalents grew to $12 million from $7.2 million, driven by $6 million in cash flow from operations [23][24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved significant operational efficiency improvements, particularly in chicken operations, with capacity more than doubling year over year [11][12] - Trade promotion investments increased to a record 6% of gross revenue, up from 2% in the previous quarter, reflecting a strategic focus on brand building [15][20] - The company reported that in-house trimming processes are running 35% ahead of plan, contributing to margin enhancements [12][14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is benefiting from a shift towards deli prepared foods as consumers opt for supermarket prepared meals due to rising restaurant prices [9][10] - Recent data indicates that over two-thirds of shoppers have purchased deli prepared meals recently, with millennials and Gen Z driving growth [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on its foundational four Cs strategy: cost, controls, culture, and catapult, aiming for operational excellence and market share gains [10][11] - Strategic investments in production capabilities and automation are expected to deliver meaningful returns and support sustainable growth [25] - The company is actively evaluating potential M&A opportunities to enhance category leadership and expand capabilities [19][25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in maintaining double-digit growth rates despite macroeconomic challenges, citing strong demand from retailers [28][30] - The company is optimistic about gross margin improvements, supported by hedging strategies and operational efficiencies [32][34] - Management highlighted the importance of profitable growth and the need to balance trade promotion investments with margin targets [30][38] Other Important Information - The company has refined its acquisition criteria, focusing on targets that enhance capabilities and scale operations [54][56] - The company is seeing increased inbound interest for potential acquisitions, indicating a strong pipeline of opportunities [54][56] Q&A Session Summary Question: Growth rate expectations for the rest of the year - Management remains confident in achieving double-digit growth rates, supported by strong retailer demand and consumer trends [28][30] Question: Gross margin outlook amidst chicken price volatility - Management believes that operational efficiencies and hedging strategies will help maintain gross margins despite commodity volatility [32][34] Question: In-house chicken trimming capabilities - Management confirmed that achieving 100% in-house trimming is feasible within the year, with operational capabilities already in place [42][45] Question: Future capital expenditures - Management indicated that while there are no major capital projects planned, smaller investments will continue to support operational needs [46][48] Question: M&A criteria changes - Management clarified that the focus remains on acquiring deli companies with manufacturing capabilities, with a strong pipeline of opportunities [54][56] Question: Costco promotions and opportunities - Management confirmed ongoing discussions for additional promotions with Costco and expressed optimism about the club channel's growth potential [60][62] Question: Pricing strategy and implementation - Management refrained from providing specific quantification on pricing changes but emphasized collaborative efforts with customers to maintain margins [66][68] Question: Update on Walmart, Kroger, and Target rollouts - Management reported positive progress with Walmart and ongoing discussions with Kroger and Target, highlighting the importance of diversifying customer relationships [74][76]

Core Viewpoint - Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (BKD) reported a first-quarter loss and experienced a decline in share price despite some revenue growth, primarily due to rising operational costs and decreased interest income [1][2]. Financial Performance - BKD incurred a first-quarter loss of 11 cents per share, which is an improvement from a loss of 13 cents in the prior year [2]. - Total revenues increased by 4% year over year to $813.9 million, driven by higher resident and management fee revenues, but fell short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.8% [2]. - Resident fees reached $777.5 million, up 4.5% year over year, but were below the consensus estimate of $781.3 million [3]. - Management fees rose slightly by 0.1% year over year to $2.6 million, missing the consensus mark of $2.7 million [3]. Operational Metrics - Revenue per occupied unit (RevPOR) increased by 3% year over year, attributed to annual rate increases [4]. - Weighted average occupancy improved by 140 basis points year over year to 79.3% [4]. - Revenue per available unit (RevPAR) saw a 4.9% year-over-year increase [4]. Cost Structure - Facility operating expenses totaled $557 million, reflecting a 2.7% year-over-year increase due to higher wage rates and utility costs [4]. - General and administrative costs rose by 4.7% year over year to $47.9 million [4]. - Interest income decreased by 23.7% year over year to $3.6 million [5]. Net Loss and Cash Flow - The net loss for the quarter was $65 million, wider than the previous year's loss of $29.6 million, primarily due to increased operating and interest expenses [5]. - Adjusted EBITDA rose by 27.2% year over year to $124.1 million [5]. - BKD generated $23.4 million of net cash from operations, a significant improvement from a net cash usage of $1.1 million in the prior year [7]. - Adjusted free cash inflow was $3.8 million, compared to an outflow of $26.3 million in the previous year [7]. Balance Sheet Overview - As of March 31, 2025, BKD had cash and cash equivalents of $239.7 million, down from $308.9 million at the end of 2024 [5]. - Total assets decreased to $6.2 billion from $6.3 billion at the end of 2024 [6]. - Long-term debt increased to $4.2 billion from $4 billion as of December 31, 2024 [6]. - Total equity dropped to $148.1 million from $213.9 million at the end of 2024 [6]. Future Outlook - Management now estimates RevPAR growth for 2025 in the range of 5%-5.75%, an increase from the previous estimate of 4.75%-5.75% [8]. - Adjusted EBITDA is projected to be between $440-$450 million, up from the earlier range of $430-$445 million [8]. - Non-development capital expenditures are expected to remain within $175-$180 million for 2025 [8].

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported first quarter adjusted EBITDA of $57.5 million and capital expenditures of $20.6 million, with the majority of CapEx spent in the Rockies and Mid Con segments [13] - Net debt stood at approximately $959 million, with available borrowing capacity totaling approximately $354 million at the end of the first quarter [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Rockies segment generated adjusted EBITDA of $24.9 million, an increase of $1.6 million from the fourth quarter, primarily due to an 8.8% increase in liquids volume throughput [13] - The Mid Con segment reported adjusted EBITDA of $22.5 million, an increase of $9.6 million relative to the fourth quarter, primarily due to the acquisition of Tall Oak and an increase in volume throughput [16] - The Permian Basin segment reported adjusted EBITDA of $8.3 million, an increase of $0.5 million relative to the fourth quarter, due primarily to higher volume throughput on the Double E pipeline [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Rockies segment, 30 new wells were connected during the first quarter, including 22 in the DJ Basin and 8 in the Williston Basin [9] - Average daily volumes on the Double E pipeline grew by 8% quarter over quarter, averaging close to 700 million cubic feet per day [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company remains focused on executing strategic objectives and maintaining a strong balance sheet to navigate the current macroeconomic environment [6] - The acquisition of Moonrise Midstream is expected to provide additional operating synergies and capacity for future growth in the DJ Basin [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted a significant reduction in crude oil prices, which may dampen activity levels in the second half of the year, particularly in the crude-oriented Rockies segment [7] - The outlook for the natural gas side remains strong, which could mitigate potential downside exposure associated with the crude segment [8] Other Important Information - The Board of Directors reinstated the cash dividend on the Series A preferred stock, marking a step towards reinstating the common dividend in the future [7] - The company connected 41 wells during the first quarter, maintaining an active customer base with six active drilling rigs and over 100 drilled but uncompleted wells [7] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the outlook for the second half of the year regarding completion schedules? - Management indicated that while there may be minor revisions, customers expect second half completion schedules to largely remain intact despite potential price slippage [10] Question: How is the company addressing the current crude price environment? - The company is in close communication with its customer base to evaluate implications of the current crude price environment on well completion activities [9]