Core Insights - The company provides an updated outlook for Q2 2025, with expectations subject to finalization of results to be published on July 31, 2025 [1] Integrated Gas - Adjusted EBITDA production is expected to be between 900 - 940 kboe/d, down from 927 kboe/d in Q1 2025 [2] - LNG liquefaction volumes are projected to be between 6.4 - 6.8 million tonnes, slightly lower than 6.6 million tonnes in Q1 2025 [2] - Underlying operating expenses (opex) are expected to remain stable at 1.0 - 1.2 billion [2] - The taxation charge is anticipated to decrease to between 0.3 - 0.6 billion from 0.8 billion in Q1 2025 [2] Upstream - Production is forecasted to decline to between 1,660 - 1,760 kboe/d, down from 1,855 kboe/d in Q1 2025, due to scheduled maintenance and the sale of SPDC in Nigeria [4] - Underlying opex is expected to range from 1.9 - 2.5 billion [4] - The taxation charge is projected to decrease to between 1.6 - 2.4 billion from 2.6 billion in Q1 2025 [4] - Joint ventures and associates are expected to contribute approximately 0.2 billion in profit/loss, with exploration well write-offs estimated at 0.2 billion [4] Marketing - Sales volumes are expected to be between 2,600 - 3,000 kb/d, down from 2,674 kb/d in Q1 2025 [5] - Underlying opex is projected to be between 2.3 - 2.7 billion [5] - The taxation charge is expected to decrease to between 0.2 - 0.6 billion from 0.4 billion in Q1 2025 [5] - Adjusted earnings are anticipated to be higher than Q1 2025 [6] Chemicals and Products - The indicative refining margin is expected to increase to $8.9/bbl from $6.2/bbl in Q1 2025 [8][14] - The indicative chemicals margin is projected to rise to $166/tonne from $126/tonne in Q1 2025, although adjusted earnings are expected to be a loss [8][14] - Refinery utilization is expected to improve to between 92% - 96% from 85% in Q1 2025, while chemicals utilization is expected to decline to between 68% - 72% due to unplanned maintenance [8] Renewables and Energy Solutions - Adjusted earnings are expected to range from (0.4) - 0.2 billion, indicating a potential loss [9] Corporate - Adjusted earnings are projected to be between (0.6) - (0.4) billion, slightly worse than (0.5) billion in Q1 2025 [10] Shell Group - Cash flow from operations (CFFO) is expected to see tax payments between 2.8 - 3.6 billion, slightly lower than 2.9 billion in Q1 2025 [11] - Working capital movements are projected to range from (1) - 4 billion, compared to (2.7) billion in Q1 2025 [11] Guidance and Consensus - The company will publish consensus managed by Vara Research on July 23, 2025 [13]

Core Viewpoint - Apogee Enterprises reported strong fiscal Q1 2026 earnings that initially boosted stock prices, but underlying issues, particularly in GAAP earnings and cash flow, raise concerns about the sustainability of these results [1][5][6] Financial Performance - Apogee's Q1 sales reached $346.6 million, exceeding analyst expectations by over $20 million [3] - Adjusted earnings for the quarter were $0.56 per share, which is 24% higher than anticipated [3] - The company forecasts annual sales of at least $1.4 billion and adjusted earnings between $3.80 and $4.20 per share, surpassing Wall Street's estimate of $3.72 [4] GAAP Earnings and Cash Flow - Despite strong adjusted earnings, Apogee reported a GAAP loss of $0.13 per share for Q1 [6] - The company experienced negative free cash flow of $27 million [6] Management Commentary - CEO Ty Silberhorn indicated that tariffs negatively affected Q1 results and emphasized the need for measures to mitigate their impact in the second half of the fiscal year [6]

Core Insights - Steelcase Inc. reported first quarter revenue of $779.0 million, a 7% increase from $727.3 million in the prior year, with net income rising to $13.6 million from $10.9 million [1][23][38] - The company experienced organic revenue growth of 7%, driven by a 9% increase in the Americas, while international revenue saw a 1% decline [1][16] - The backlog at the end of the first quarter was approximately $801 million, a 2% increase compared to the previous year [11] Financial Performance - Adjusted earnings per share for the first quarter were $0.20, up from $0.16 in the prior year [18] - Operating income increased by 45% to $25.5 million, with adjusted operating income rising to $39.0 million, an increase of $10.8 million [3][4][23] - Gross margin improved to 33.9%, reflecting a 170 basis point increase from the previous year [4][6] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from the Americas segment was $603.6 million, a 9% increase, while international revenue was $175.4 million, a 1% increase [14][25] - The Americas accounted for 77.5% of total revenue, while international revenue made up 22.5% [14] Orders and Market Dynamics - Orders adjusted for currency translation effects declined modestly, with a 1% decrease in the Americas and a 1% increase in international orders [2] - The decline in the Americas was attributed to decreases from government and education customers, despite growth from large corporate clients [2][3] Strategic Initiatives - The company initiated restructuring actions in the Americas aimed at reducing annualized spending by approximately $20 million [6] - Steelcase is focusing on investments in strategic initiatives and growth areas, particularly in response to weak demand in Germany and France [6] Outlook - For the second quarter of fiscal 2026, Steelcase expects revenue in the range of $860 to $890 million, translating to flat to 4% growth compared to the prior year [11][20] - Projected adjusted earnings per share for the second quarter are estimated to be between $0.36 to $0.40 [22]

Core Insights - Bird Construction's diversification and strategic focus on key market sectors have led to a resilient business model, driving top-line growth and margin improvement, with over $1.3 billion in new contracts awarded in Q1 2025 [1][2] - The company has a record backlog of contracted and awarded work, providing good visibility into revenue growth and margin accretion for 2025 and 2026 [1][2] Financial Highlights - Q1 2025 revenues increased by 4% year-over-year to $717.6 million, compared to $688.2 million in Q1 2024 [5][4] - Net income for Q1 2025 was $9.4 million, down from $10.0 million in Q1 2024, while adjusted earnings increased by 14% to $12.9 million [5][4] - Adjusted EBITDA rose by 41% to $34.1 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 4.8%, up from 3.5% in the previous year [5][4] Backlog and Contracts - The backlog of contracted work grew by 16.4% to over $4.3 billion, the highest in the company's history, with $1.3 billion added in Q1 2025 [9][5] - The pending backlog at the end of Q1 2025 was $4.0 billion, including over $950 million in recurring revenue from master service agreements [9][5] Recent Projects and Awards - In Q1 2025, Bird was awarded five projects valued at approximately $470 million, including significant contracts in infrastructure and industrial maintenance [9][5] - Subsequent to Q1 2025, the company announced additional projects worth over $650 million, further expanding its portfolio [9][5] Liquidity and Capital Allocation - As of March 31, 2025, Bird had $137.8 million in cash and cash equivalents, with an additional $336.7 million available under its credit facility, supporting growth-related investments and potential acquisitions [9][5] - The company declared dividends of $0.07 per common share for March and April 2025 [9][5]

BOSTON, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) (“DraftKings” or the “Company”) today announced its first quarter 2025 financial results. The Company also posted a letter to shareholders and an earnings presentation on the Investor Relations section of its website at investors.draftkings.com. First Quarter 2025 HighlightsFor the three months ended March 31, 2025, DraftKings reported revenue of $1,409 million, an increase of $234 million, or 20%, compared to $1,175 million during the ...

- Successfully Closed First Phase of Multi-Tenant Portfolio Sale Resulting in $1.1 Billion of Gross Proceeds; On Track to Close Remaining Multi-Tenant Portfolio Sale by End of Q2’25 - Reduced Net Debt by $833 Million in Q1’25; Improved Net Debt to Adjusted EBITDA to 6.7x - Repurchased 7.9 Million Shares at a Weighted Average Price of $7.50 Totaling $59 Million as of May 2, 2025 - Reaffirms 2025 Guidance NEW YORK, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Net Lease, Inc. (NYSE: GNL) (“GNL” or the “Company”), a ...

Elanco Animal Health Incorporated  ELAN reported first-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share of 37 cents. That’s up 9% year over year.The company beat the management guidance of 29 to 34 cents and the consensus of 31 cents.Elanco reported sales of $1.19 billion. It beat the consensus of $1.17 billion and the management guidance of $1.16 billion-$1.18 billion.Sales decreased 1% on a reported basis and increased 4% on organic constant currency growth.Also Read: Elanco Animal Health Sells Xdemvy Royalties T ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a consolidated revenue increase of 11% year over year, with adjusted EBITDAre rising by 15% and AFFO per fully diluted share increasing by 28% [15][25]. - Hospitality segment achieved record first quarter revenue and adjusted EBITDAre, driven by RevPAR and total RevPAR growth of 109% year over year [15][16]. - ADR reached a first quarter record of $264, up nearly 6% compared to the previous year [16]. Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Hospitality segment's revenue and adjusted EBITDAre were driven by strong growth in both group and transient segments, with outside room spending from group customers slightly better than anticipated [17][19]. - The Entertainment segment generated a revenue growth of 34% year over year, with adjusted EBITDAre increasing by 35% [16]. Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gross group room nights booked for future years increased by 10% year over year, with significant strength in bookings for 2026 and 2027, which were up 133% and 135% respectively [21]. - The company noted a decline in consumer confidence but highlighted that the consumer segments served continued to show strength in the first quarter [17]. Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on long-term value creation while managing short-term dynamics, with a proactive approach to margin management and operational efficiencies [11][24]. - The acquisition of Southern Entertainment is seen as an opportunity to expand the live entertainment segment and enhance brand synergy across venues [53][56]. Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed caution regarding the near-term outlook due to economic uncertainties, particularly related to government business and group demand [6][11]. - The company has slightly modified its guidance for hospitality RevPAR and total RevPAR, reflecting expectations of weaker group business volumes compared to previous assumptions [25][27]. Other Important Information - The company ended the first quarter with $414 million in unrestricted cash and a total available liquidity of approximately $1.2 billion [30]. - Capital expenditures expectations for 2025 have been lowered to a range of $350 million to $450 million, based on updated construction timelines [31]. Q&A Session Summary Question: How short-term is the hesitancy being seen in bookings? - Management noted that while there is uncertainty, recent April production numbers showed a marked improvement in lead volumes for in-the-year bookings, indicating a potential recovery [38][39]. Question: What allows the company to maintain EBITDA guidance despite lower RevPAR? - The company has implemented profit improvement plans early in the year, which have helped safeguard margins and maintain guidance [46][48]. Question: Can you elaborate on the strategy behind the acquisition of Southern Entertainment? - The acquisition is aimed at increasing the opportunity set for live venues and enhancing the overall brand experience across different events [53][56]. Question: What is the government exposure across the portfolio? - The company indicated that government business is not a significant portion of its overall bookings, and stress testing showed resilience even if all government business were to cancel [92][93]. Question: How does the company plan to handle cancellations and rebooking? - Management plans to be more aggressive in collecting cancellation fees compared to previous crises, while still working with customers to find mutually beneficial solutions [100][101].

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Core Insights - Shell plc reported a significant decrease in income attributable to shareholders in Q1 2025, amounting to $4.78 billion, down from $7.36 billion in Q1 2024, reflecting a 35% decline [1][3] - Adjusted earnings for Q1 2025 were $5.58 billion, a 52% increase from $3.66 billion in Q4 2024, driven by lower exploration well write-offs and higher product margins [1][2] - The company experienced a cash flow from operating activities of $9.28 billion, a decrease of 29% compared to Q4 2024 [1][4] Financial Performance - Total revenue for Q1 2025 was $69.23 billion, an increase from $66.28 billion in Q4 2024 [73] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $15.25 billion, up 7% from $14.28 billion in Q4 2024 [1] - Free cash flow was reported at $5.32 billion, reflecting a decrease from $8.73 billion in Q4 2024 [1] Segment Analysis Integrated Gas - Income for the Integrated Gas segment was $2.79 billion in Q1 2025, up from $1.74 billion in Q4 2024 [19] - Adjusted earnings increased to $2.48 billion, a 15% rise from $2.17 billion in Q4 2024 [19] - LNG sales volumes reached 16.49 million tonnes, a 6% increase compared to Q4 2024 [19] Upstream - The Upstream segment reported income of $2.08 billion, a significant increase from $1.03 billion in Q4 2024 [27] - Adjusted earnings rose to $2.34 billion, a 39% increase from $1.68 billion in Q4 2024 [27] - Total production available for sale was 1.86 million boe/d, slightly down from 1.86 million boe/d in Q4 2024 [27] Marketing - The Marketing segment saw income rise to $814 million, a substantial increase from $103 million in Q4 2024 [33] - Adjusted earnings were $900 million, reflecting a 7% increase from $839 million in Q4 2024 [33] - Cash flow from operating activities was $1.91 billion, up from $1.36 billion in Q4 2024 [33] Chemicals and Products - The Chemicals and Products segment reported a loss of $77 million, an improvement from a loss of $276 million in Q4 2024 [42] - Adjusted earnings for the segment were $449 million, a significant increase from a loss of $229 million in Q4 2024 [42] - Cash flow from operating activities was $130 million, down from $2.03 billion in Q4 2024 [42] Renewables and Energy Solutions - The Renewables and Energy Solutions segment reported a loss of $247 million, an improvement from a loss of $1.23 billion in Q4 2024 [52] - Adjusted earnings were negative at $42 million, an improvement from a loss of $311 million in Q4 2024 [52] - Cash flow from operating activities was $367 million, a decrease from $850 million in Q4 2024 [52] Shareholder Distributions - Total shareholder distributions in Q1 2025 amounted to $5.5 billion, including $3.3 billion in share repurchases and $2.2 billion in cash dividends [8] - The dividend declared for Q1 2025 was $0.3580 per share, consistent with the previous quarter [1][8] Outlook - The company expects cash capital expenditure for the full year 2025 to be between $20 billion and $22 billion [66] - Integrated Gas production is projected to be approximately 890 - 950 thousand boe/d in Q2 2025 [67] - Upstream production is expected to be around 1,560 - 1,760 thousand boe/d, reflecting the SPDC divestment [68]