Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Silvaco reported record quarterly revenue of $18.7 million, up 70% year over year, with bookings increasing 131% to $22.8 million [17][18] - GAAP gross margin improved to 77.9%, up 326 basis points year over year, while non-GAAP gross margin was 81.5%, up 179 basis points [17][18] - GAAP net loss was $5.3 million, an improvement from a $6.6 million loss in the same period last year [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - EDA business saw the most growth sequentially in Q3, while TCAD and IP trended down slightly [17] - 74% of revenue came from license revenue, with the remaining 26% from maintenance and service [17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Americas contributed 55% of total revenue, while APAC represented 40% and EMEA remained flat at 5% [17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to focus on key products that are differentiated and to reduce attention on mature products [5][6] - Silvaco plans to strengthen financials by reversing the trend of expenses growing faster than revenue [6][11] - The acquisition of Mixel is expected to drive rapid growth in the IP business, leveraging synergies with Silvaco's existing sales force [8][9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged that financial performance has been disappointing since the IPO, with a focus on achieving profitability at current revenue levels [11][15] - There is optimism regarding the contributions of recent acquisitions, particularly Mixel and Tech-X, expected to drive growth in 2026 [13][20] Other Important Information - A significant cost reduction program has been initiated, targeting an annualized reduction of at least $15 million [19][20] - The company expects to see improvements in gross margins and a flat to down trend in operating expenses [15][20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Transition from board to CEO role and revenue mix-out - Management confirmed that there is substantial opportunity ahead and that they will focus on freeing up resources for key growth areas [22][23] Question: Timeline for cost reductions and forecasting reliability - Most cost reductions are expected to be realized by the end of the fiscal year, with benefits seen in Q1 2026 [25][26] Question: Potential for Silvaco products to become industry standards - Management highlighted the importance of focused markets and customer bases to develop industry-leading products [29][30] Question: Performance of Mixel and its impact - Mixel is praised for its high-quality products and execution, with expectations for substantial growth due to the integration with Silvaco's sales force [33][34] Question: Pipeline and FTCO opportunity - The FTCO product is seen as a significant opportunity, although its adoption has been slower than expected [38][39] Question: Revenue guidance and future growth prospects - Management indicated that while Q4 revenue guidance appears lighter, they expect stronger contributions from acquisitions in 2026 [43][44] - Long-term growth targets are set at double-digit rates, with a focus on stabilizing and growing the existing business [52][53]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenues exceeding $250 million, adjusted EBITDA over $160 million, and DCF approaching $104 million, with strong margins and consistent utilization resulting in an improved leverage ratio of 3.9 times and a DCF coverage ratio of 1.6 times [6][11][12] - The net income for Q3 2025 was $34.5 million, operating income was $83.9 million, and net cash provided by operating activities was $75.9 million [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average pricing per horsepower reached an all-time high of $21.46, reflecting a 1% increase sequentially and a 4% increase year-over-year [11] - Average active horsepower remained stable at 3.55 million, with total fleet horsepower at approximately 3.9 million, consistent with the previous quarter [11][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company expects active horsepower in the Northeast and Central Regions to grow by over 40,000 horsepower before the end of 2025 compared to Q2 [8] - The company has contracted 300 small horsepower units to increase utilization to nearly 80% over the coming months [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to deploy most of its 2025 new unit horsepower in Q4, setting the foundation for continued momentum in 2026 [7] - The 2026 capital budget is being finalized, with expectations that new horsepower will exceed 2025 levels due to continued natural gas demand and new projects [7][8] - The company is focused on cost management and operational discipline, leading to increased guidance for EBITDA and DCF for 2025 [6][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that U.S. producers are evaluating macro market conditions for their 2026 capital budgets, but growth opportunities remain in the markets they operate [7] - The company is optimistic about the path forward, citing successful ERP implementation and cost synergies from a new shared services model [15] Other Important Information - The company refinanced its ABL and 2027 senior notes, significantly reducing weighted average borrowing costs and improving strategic flexibility [10][14] - The company expects to realize over $10 million in annualized interest savings from recent refinancing efforts [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you speak to your willingness to lean further into compression and dry gas plays in a sustained slowdown in oil-directed activity? - Management indicated they are already established in dry gas markets and can move equipment as needed to support growth in those areas [17][18] Question: Can you speak to recent pricing dynamics and how spot prices compare to your fleet average? - Management noted that pricing trends have picked up since Q2, and they expect dollar per horsepower revenue to remain consistent into the back half of 2025 and into 2026 [20][21]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q2 2025, KLX Energy Services reported revenue of $159 million, a 3% increase from Q1 2025, and adjusted EBITDA of $19 million, up 34% from Q1 [5][12] - Adjusted EBITDA margin improved by 260 basis points sequentially to 12%, despite a 7% decline in the US land rig count and a 14% drop in frac spread count [6][8] - The company ended Q2 with $16.7 million in cash and reduced restricted cash from $8.1 million in Q1 to $600,000 [17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Rockies segment revenue was $54.1 million, with adjusted EBITDA of $10.4 million, reflecting a sequential increase of 1355% driven by normalized seasonal operating levels [14] - The Southwest segment revenue decreased by 10% sequentially to $58.8 million, with an adjusted EBITDA of $7.2 million, down 38% due to reduced activity and extended completion holidays [14] - The Northeast Mid Con segment saw a 12% sequential revenue increase to $46.1 million, with adjusted EBITDA more than doubling, driven by higher utilization and reduced white space [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Q2 revenue and adjusted EBITDA per rig were $286,000 and $33,000 respectively, which were 8% and 172% ahead of results in 2021 [9] - The Rockies represented 34% of Q2 revenue, up from 31% in Q1, while the Southwest accounted for 37%, down from 42% [10] - By end market, drilling, completion, production, and intervention services contributed approximately 16%, 56%, and 28% of Q2 revenue respectively [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to pass along increased costs where possible and adjust sourcing to mitigate risks associated with the evolving tariff landscape [11] - KLX is focused on operational discipline, balance sheet flexibility, and proactive risk mitigation to navigate the volatile market environment [21] - The company is optimistic about long-term fundamentals for US natural gas, particularly in gas-focused basins, as new LNG export capacity ramps up [22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the macro environment remains challenging due to OPEC plus production increases, tariff policy overhangs, and recession risks [8] - For Q3, KLX expects to see sequential revenue growth in the low to mid single digits, with continued margin expansion [21] - The company remains committed to deleveraging its balance sheet and pursuing strategic M&A opportunities [22][24] Other Important Information - Total SG&A expense for Q2 was $18 million, with adjusted SG&A expense down 12% year-over-year and 8% sequentially [13] - The company ended Q2 with approximately $65 million in liquidity, an increase of 13% from Q1 [17] - CapEx for Q2 was $12.7 million gross, with expectations for gross CapEx in 2025 to be in the range of $40 to $50 million [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Concerns about hitting Q3 revenue growth guidance given rig count decline - Management acknowledged the question and noted that while rig count is factored in, unexpected white space from customers could impact results. However, they observed strength in June and expect all three months of Q3 to be base loaded [30][31] Question: Opportunities in gas basins, specifically Haynesville and Marcellus - Management reported a 25% increase in Haynesville revenue quarter-over-quarter and noted stability in the Northeast, with opportunities for incremental work as gas rig count expands [32][33] Question: Cash flow expectations and potential asset sales or cost cuts - Management indicated that while they did not provide explicit guidance on free cash flow, they generated nearly $12 million of unlevered free cash flow in Q2 and expect liquidity to continue improving [34][36] Question: Drivers of elevated M&A discussions - Management attributed the increase in M&A discussions to capitulation among smaller service companies struggling in the current environment, leading to more realistic valuation expectations [43] Question: Impact of SOPs on various OFS service lines - Management emphasized the significance of SOPs and HSE requirements for larger operators, noting that smaller operators may not face the same level of scrutiny [44][46] Question: Expectations for seasonal impact in Q4 gas markets - Management expressed that while visibility is limited, they do not anticipate significant budget exhaustion in the Haynesville, although there may be concerns regarding the Marcellus Utica [48][50]