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Nuburu(BURU) - Prospectus
2026-02-10 17:15
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 10, 2026 Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT Under The Securities Act of 1933 NUBURU, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 3690 85-1288435 (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number) (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) 44 Cook Street, Suite 100 ...
Edgewell Personal Care(EPC) - 2026 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-09 14:02
Edgewell Personal Care Company (NYSE:EPC) Q1 2026 Earnings call February 09, 2026 08:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsChris Gough - VP of Investor RelationsFran Weissman - CFOOlivia Tong - Managing DirectorRod Little - President and CEOConference Call ParticipantsChris Carey - Equity Analyst and Head of Consumer Staples ResearchNik Modi - Consumer Staples Equity Research AnalystPeter Grom - Equity Research AnalystSusan Anderson - Managing Director and Senior AnalystOperatorPlease note, this event is being recor ...
Aeries Technology Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results; Increases FY26 Adjusted EBITDA Guidance; Issues FY27 Outlook
Globenewswire· 2026-02-09 11:00
NEW YORK, Feb. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aeries Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: AERT) (“Aeries” or the “Company”), a global leader in AI-powered business transformation and Global Capability Center (GCC) services, today announced financial results for its third quarter of fiscal 2026, ended December 31, 2025. Based on performance through the third quarter and continued execution momentum, Aeries is increasing the current full-year fiscal 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance to a range of $7 million to $8 million, com ...
SunOpta Stock: Gone Too Soon (NASDAQ:STKL)
Seeking Alpha· 2026-02-08 14:32
Core Insights - SunOpta has undergone a significant transformation, divesting its frozen fruit business in FY23, positioning itself as a growing pure-play in two attractive niches [1] Company Overview - SunOpta has historically been a complex conglomerate with high leverage, but recent changes have streamlined its operations [1] Market Position - The divestiture of the frozen fruit business marks a pivotal point in SunOpta's strategy, allowing it to focus on more promising market segments [1]
STRATTEC(STRT) - 2026 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-06 15:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales increased by 6% to $137.5 million, driven by pricing, favorable sales mix, higher content value, new program launches, and tariff recovery [8][12] - Gross margin improved to 16.5%, expanding by 330 basis points year-over-year [8][14] - Net income nearly quadrupled to $5 million, or $1.21 per diluted share, with adjusted earnings per share growing 163% to $1.71 [8][21] - Cash from operations reached $14 million for the quarter, totaling $25 million year-to-date [9][23] - The company has a strong balance sheet with $99 million in cash and total debt of only $2.5 million [9][25] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company implemented a voluntary retirement program expected to generate $3.4 million in annualized savings [10][37] - Selling, Administrative, and Engineering expenses increased to $17.9 million, or 13% of sales, due to one-time charges and investments in business transformation [18][20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North American automotive production is forecasted to remain flat to moderately decline, impacting the company's sales [28] - The company expects a slight improvement in sales in the third quarter, but anticipates a year-over-year decline of approximately 3%-4% in the second half [14][56] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on deepening customer relationships in engineered access solutions and striving for operational excellence to enable sustainable, profitable growth [29] - Investments are prioritized for organic growth, process modernization, and evaluating M&A opportunities for long-term growth [26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged challenges from supply chain disruptions but noted minimal impact on sales due to customer adaptability [33] - The company is confident in its transformation efforts, having significantly expanded margins and tripled net income [28][29] Other Important Information - The company expects to generate about $40 million in cash from operations annually, with capital expenditures for fiscal 2026 projected to be less than $10 million [24][25] Q&A Session Summary Question: Were there actual revenue pushes from Q2 into Q3 due to supply chain disruptions? - Management indicated there was some slight impact from a supplier fire and chip challenges, but customers managed to work around these issues with minimal sales impact [33] Question: How should selling and administrative expenses be expected to trend in the second half? - Management expects these expenses to remain in the 10%-11% range for the back half of the year, with some adjustments for merit increases [35][36] Question: When will the $3.4 million in savings from the early retirement plan hit the bottom line? - The annual benefit will be phased in, with approximately $400,000 recognized in the current quarter and expected to reach about $800,000 per quarter by the fourth quarter [37][38] Question: What is the outlook for free cash flow? - Management noted that inventory build and restructuring costs will impact cash flow in the third quarter, but the company is intentionally building inventories to improve service delivery [39][40] Question: Can you discuss conversations with potential new customers in North America? - Management highlighted ongoing discussions focused on access products and digital keys, emphasizing the long sales cycle in the automotive industry [47][48] Question: Any updates on the product line review? - Management confirmed a focus on power access products and digital key technology, having deprioritized the switch business due to profitability concerns [55]
STRATTEC(STRT) - 2026 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2026-02-06 14:00
Q2 FY2026 Financial Results Conference Call February 6, 2026 Nasdaq: STRT Jennifer Slater President and CEO Matthew Pauli Senior Vice President and CFO www.strattec.com Safe Harbor Statement Safe Harbor Statement Certain statements contained in this presentation contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements may be identified by the use of forward-looking words or phrases such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "expect," "i ...
Kimball Electronics(KE) - 2026 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-05 16:02
Kimball Electronics (NasdaqGS:KE) Q2 2026 Earnings call February 05, 2026 10:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsAndy Regrut - VP of Investor Relations, Strategic Development, and TreasurerJana Croom - CFOMike Crawford - Senior Managing Director and Head, Discovery GroupRic Phillips - CEOConference Call ParticipantsAnja Soderstrom - Senior Equity Research AnalystDerek Soderberg - Director, Senior Equity Research AnalystMax Michaelis - Equity Research AnalystOperatorGood morning, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome t ...
Saks Global to close most off-price stores amid bankruptcy process
Yahoo Finance· 2026-01-30 10:18
Saks Global has outlined plans to close most of its off-price outlets as it restructures under Chapter 11, concentrating on luxury and full-price retail across its brands. The US-based luxury retailer said it plans to close most of its Saks OFF 5TH shops alongside all remaining Last Call outlets after reviewing the performance of those divisions. Subject to court approval, liquidation sales at selected Saks OFF 5TH locations and every Last Call store are scheduled to start on 31 January. A limited numb ...
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2025 RESULTS; EXPECTS STRONG 2026 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE FROM BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
Prnewswire· 2026-01-28 21:28
Ranked #1 in The Wall Street Journal Best U.S. Airlines of 2025 2026 guidance and strong Q1 bookings reflect sweeping transformation undertaken in 2025 DALLAS, Jan. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) today reported its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results, and provided 2026 adjusted EPS guidance of at least $4.00, which represents the lower end of internal forecasts. Fourth quarter performance benefited from revenue initiatives and continued cost control, contributing to ...
Daktronics (NasdaqGS:DAKT) Conference Transcript
2026-01-22 20:32
Daktronics Conference Call Summary Company Overview - **Company Name**: Daktronics - **Ticker Symbol**: DAKT - **Industry**: LED video display and digital signage - **Key Personnel**: - Brad Wiemann, Acting CEO - Howard Atkins, Acting CFO - New CEO Ramesh Jayaraman starting February 1st, 2024 [2][26] Core Business and Market Position - Daktronics is a leading provider of LED video displays, serving various sectors including sports, transportation, and commercial advertising [3][4] - The company operates in over 120 countries and serves more than 12,000 customers annually [4] - It is recognized as the number one North American LED video display provider and the largest growing American brand by revenue [4] Financial Performance - **Trailing 12 Months Revenue**: Approximately $770 million as of Q2 2026 [4] - **Adjusted Net Income**: Increased to $17.5 million from $13.9 million year-over-year [14] - **Pre-Tax Operating Income**: Rose to $21.6 million compared to $15.8 million the previous year [15] - **Gross Profit Margin**: 27% for the quarter, with an operating margin of 9.4%, approaching the target range of 10%-12% [16] - **Order Growth**: Orders increased by 12% year-over-year, contributing to a strong backlog and multi-quarter revenue runway [12] Strategic Initiatives - Daktronics is undergoing a transformation initiative aimed at improving operational efficiency and financial performance [10][19] - The company is focusing on value-based pricing and enhancing service offerings to improve margins [22] - Investments in technology include narrow pixel pitch products, micro-LED technologies, and SaaS control solutions [10][11] Manufacturing and Supply Chain - Approximately 80% of products are manufactured in U.S. facilities, with additional operations in Ireland and Shanghai [8] - A new facility in Saltillo, Mexico is set to come online in April-May 2024, aimed at enhancing growth capacity and supply chain flexibility [8][27] Customer Engagement and Retention - Customers typically use Daktronics displays for 7-10 years, leading to repeat business for upgrades [9] - The company emphasizes strong customer relationships through high-quality service and support [9] Competitive Landscape - The competitive environment has seen some exits of large competitors, providing Daktronics with opportunities to capture market share from former customers [32] - The company is well-positioned to grow despite varying competition across its market segments [32] Future Outlook - The company aims for a return on invested capital of 17%-20% and a growth rate of 7%-10% [19][20] - Upcoming Investor Day in early April 2024 will provide further insights into strategic initiatives under the new CEO [26] Additional Notes - The company is implementing digital transformation initiatives to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency [24] - Share repurchase programs are in place, with a capacity of $25.7 million authorized by the board [18]