Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total Q4 revenues were $261 million, down 1% sequentially, while Adjusted EBITDA was $85 million, a decrease of 1.7% sequentially [6][8] - GAAP net income for Q4 was $48 million compared to $50 million in Q3, primarily due to lower operating income and a loss from the revaluation of the TRA [9] - Adjusted net income for Q4 was $52 million, or $0.65 per share, down from $54 million and $0.67 in Q3 [10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Pressure Control segment revenues increased by 5.8% sequentially to $178 million, driven by higher product sales per rig and improved rental revenues [6][7] - Spoolable Technologies segment revenues declined by 11.6% sequentially to $84 million due to lower U.S. customer activity in the seasonally slow quarter [7][8] - Adjusted segment EBITDA for Pressure Control increased by 7.2% sequentially, while Spoolable Technologies saw a decrease of 13.6% [6][7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. Pressure Control business is performing at its highest level since the company's inception, indicating strong market positioning [7] - International sales are expected to contribute approximately $130 million to Pressure Control in Q1, reflecting stable drilling and completion activity in North America [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company closed the acquisition of Baker Hughes' surface pressure control business, referred to as Cactus International, which is expected to enhance operational capabilities and market share [5][17] - The company aims to achieve $10 million in annualized synergies within one year of the transaction close, with further supply chain savings anticipated in 2027 [17][18] - The focus will be on leveraging U.S. expertise to improve operations in the Middle East, where the company sees significant growth opportunities [17][41] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the future, despite a soft near-term outlook for domestic and international markets, emphasizing a focus on fundamentals and customer-centric culture [20][21] - The company anticipates increased order activity in the second half of 2026 and into 2027, particularly in the Middle East [16][36] Other Important Information - The company ended Q4 with a cash balance of $495 million, including $371 million held in escrow for the acquisition [10] - Adjusted corporate EBITDA is expected to be a charge of approximately $5 million in Q1, excluding stock-based compensation [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance on margin progression for Cactus International - Management indicated that meaningful supply chain savings are expected, but margin enhancements will likely not be seen until 2027 due to order placements [27] Question: U.S. activity outlook based on rig count - Management provided insights that the U.S. rig count may stabilize around 490, with concerns about geopolitical factors affecting prices [30] Question: Growth prospects for the International Segment - Management expressed optimism for growth in the Middle East, particularly in Saudi Arabia, with expectations for improved market share and revenue from sub-Saharan Africa [36][41] Question: Aftermarket services impact on Cactus International - Management highlighted significant opportunities in aftermarket services, particularly in regions previously ignored, which could enhance margins [46] Question: API certification in Vietnam and margin impact - Management confirmed that moving production to Vietnam is expected to lower costs significantly due to tariff differentials, enhancing margins once certification is complete [65][69]