Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for the second quarter decreased by $9.8 million to approximately $107 million, primarily due to declines in the retail flooring, flooring manufacturing, and steel manufacturing segments [6][7] - Gross profit remained consistent at $35.1 million, with gross margin percentage increasing to 32.8% from 29.9% in the prior year period [7][8] - Net income was approximately $15.9 million for the quarter, with diluted EPS of $5.5 compared to a net loss of approximately $3.3 million and a loss per share of $1.04 in the prior year period [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Retail entertainment segment revenue increased by $1.6 million or 9.6% to approximately $18.5 million, driven by increased consumer demand for new products [6] - Retail flooring segment revenue decreased by $4.6 million or 14.5% to approximately $27.4 million, primarily due to the disposition of certain stores [6][7] - Flooring manufacturing segment revenue decreased by $4.4 million or 12.8% to approximately $29.8 million, attributed to reduced consumer demand [7] - Steel manufacturing segment revenue decreased by $4.2 million or 11.7% to approximately $31.3 million, driven by lower sales volumes, partially offset by revenue from Central Steel [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company faced challenges in the flooring businesses due to ongoing softness in new home construction and home refurbishment markets, as well as economic uncertainty [5] - The steel manufacturing segment showed improved efficiencies following the acquisition of Central Steel, which historically generated higher margins [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is implementing operational initiatives to enhance performance in the retail flooring segment, including a new executive management team and targeted cost reduction initiatives [5][10] - The focus remains on operational excellence and long-term fundamentals of the business, with potential share repurchases as part of the capital allocation strategy [9][10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the long-term fundamentals of the business despite challenging market conditions impacting the retail flooring and flooring manufacturing segments [10] - The company is actively monitoring potential impacts from tariffs and diversifying vendor relationships to mitigate risks [20][22] Other Important Information - The company successfully negotiated a $19 million reduction in flooring liquidators seller notes, resulting in a $22.8 million gain [5][9] - Total cash availability at the end of the quarter was $26.6 million, with working capital of approximately $49.1 million [9] Q&A Session Summary Question: About the modification of the note - The modification of the note was not anticipated in the original agreement and was a result of renegotiation [16][17] Question: Impact of tariffs on the business - The company has not experienced negative impacts from tariffs to date and is preparing for potential future changes by diversifying vendor relationships [20][22]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q2 2025 decreased by $9.8 million to approximately $107 million, primarily due to declines in retail flooring, flooring manufacturing, and steel manufacturing segments [6][7] - Net income for the quarter was approximately $15.9 million, with diluted EPS of $5.5, compared to a net loss of approximately $3.3 million and a loss per share of $1.04 in the prior year period [9] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter increased by approximately $2 million to around $6.4 million, driven by the acquisition of Central Steel and cost reduction initiatives [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Retail entertainment segment revenue increased by $1.6 million or 9.6% to approximately $18.5 million, attributed to higher consumer demand for new products [6] - Retail flooring segment revenue decreased by $4.6 million or 14.5% to approximately $27.4 million, mainly due to the disposition of certain stores [7] - Flooring manufacturing segment revenue decreased by $4.4 million or 12.8% to approximately $29.8 million, driven by reduced consumer demand [7] - Steel manufacturing segment revenue decreased by $4.2 million or 11.7% to approximately $31.3 million, impacted by lower sales volumes, partially offset by revenue from Central Steel [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company faced challenges in the flooring business due to ongoing softness in new home construction and home refurbishment markets, as well as economic uncertainty [5] - The retail flooring and flooring manufacturing segments were particularly affected by reduced consumer demand [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on operational excellence and has implemented targeted cost reduction initiatives in the flooring retail segments [10] - A new executive management team has been brought in to enhance performance through top-line growth and operational efficiency in the retail flooring segment [5] - The company is considering share repurchases as part of its capital allocation strategy, believing it represents long-term value for shareholders [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the long-term fundamentals of the business despite current market challenges [10] - The company is actively monitoring potential impacts from tariffs and is diversifying vendor relationships to mitigate risks [17][20] Other Important Information - The company successfully negotiated a $19 million reduction in flooring liquidators seller notes, resulting in a $22.8 million gain [5][8] - Total cash availability at the end of the quarter was $26.6 million, with working capital of approximately $49.1 million [9] Q&A Session Summary Question: Was the modification of the note anticipated in the original agreement? - Management clarified that the modification was not anticipated in the original agreement and was a new renegotiation [15][16] Question: How might tariffs affect the business? - Management stated that there have been no negative impacts from tariffs to date and that they are diversifying vendor relationships to prepare for potential changes [17][20]