Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Time charter revenues for Q1 2025 were $54.9 million, a decrease of about 5% compared to $57.6 million in Q1 2024, attributed to a smaller fleet size and increased drydock days [14] - Adjusted EBITDA decreased to $23.3 million from $24.9 million in Q1 2024, a decrease of 6% [15] - Net income increased to $3 million from $2.1 million in Q1 2024, mainly due to decreased interest and finance charges [15] - Cash reserves decreased to $187.7 million from $207.2 million at the end of 2024 [16] - Long-term debt decreased to $623.9 million from $637.5 million, reflecting a 2% reduction [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fleet utilization reached 99.6% in Q1 2025, up from 99.1% in the same quarter last year [19] - The average time charter equivalent rate was $50,739 per day, an increase of 5% compared to $15,051 per day in Q1 2024 [17][18] - Daily operating expenses increased by 2% to $5,866 per day compared to $5,775 per day in Q1 2024 [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The dry bulk market has shown dull performance in 2025, with new building vessel contracting slumping to only 0.1% of the global fleet [5][6] - The overall market levels remain historically healthy, but sentiment is lacking despite stable cargo volumes compared to 2024 [5] - Time charter rates for Capes dropped from a high of $35,000 per day in March 2024 to about $19,000 per day as of May 2025 [25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on a disciplined chartering strategy to ensure earnings visibility and resilience against market downturns [12][18] - Ongoing fleet modernization efforts include the sale of older vessels and investment in new joint ventures [8][10] - The company aims to leverage market volatility to deliver stable earnings through its commercial strategy [18] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the market is facing significant geopolitical and economic uncertainties, impacting sentiment and charter rates [5][24] - Despite current challenges, the company believes it is well-positioned with a strong balance sheet and predictable cash flows to navigate through cycles [22] - Future growth is expected to be influenced by macroeconomic conditions, with a cautious outlook for 2025 and 2026 [40][41] Other Important Information - The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.01 per common share, totaling approximately $1.2 million [11] - The company has raised $25.6 million from the exercise of warrants under an ongoing program [10] Q&A Session Summary - No specific questions or answers were documented in the provided content, indicating that the Q&A session may not have included detailed inquiries or responses. The management concluded the call without further comments [45][46]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenues of EUR5.4 billion, up 17% at constant exchange rates, marking the fourth consecutive year of double-digit growth [6][26] - EBIT reached EUR1.28 billion with a margin of 23.6%, an increase from 22.5% in the previous fiscal year [7][28] - Net income increased by 25% year-on-year to EUR839 million [36] - The company closed the year with a net cash position of EUR600 million after significant capital expenditures and dividends [7][39] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Retail sales totaled EUR4.8 billion, up 18% versus fiscal year '23 at constant FX, driven by full-price sales [27][29] - Wholesale sales increased by 7% year-on-year, with a 4% rise in Q4 [30] - Royalties grew by 17% year-on-year, supported by eyewear and fragrances [30] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Asia Pacific saw a growth of 13% year-on-year, improving to 16% in Q4 [33] - Europe grew by 18% over the year, maintaining a solid growth of 16% in Q4 [33] - The Americas reported a 9% increase in retail sales, with Q4 showing an 11% improvement [34] - Japan was the best-performing region, up 46% year-on-year, with Q4 growth at 31% [34] - The Middle East also performed well, with a 26% increase over the year and 30% in Q4 [35] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims for sustainable long-term growth despite challenging market conditions, focusing on brand strength and product quality [8][10] - Continued investment in store renovations and retail network improvements is a priority [8][28] - The company is committed to sustainability, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 61% and promoting gender equality within management [14][16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in maintaining growth trajectories despite a challenging environment, particularly in Greater China [42][48] - The company is prepared for potential ups and downs in the market, emphasizing a solid trend in brand performance [48][43] - The outlook for 2025 remains cautious but optimistic, with expectations of continued investment in brand desirability and market presence [43][41] Other Important Information - The company plans to increase its dividend per share to EUR0.164, reflecting a payout ratio of 50% [39] - Capital expenditures for fiscal year '24 were EUR493 million, with expectations for an increase in 2025 [37][119] Q&A Session Summary Question: Outlook for Prada's growth in 2025 - Management is confident in maintaining growth for Prada, expecting potential fluctuations but a solid overall trend [48] Question: Acquisition interests in Versace and Jimmy Choo - Management refrained from commenting on rumors but acknowledged differences in the current company structure compared to past acquisition strategies [53] Question: Profitability outlook for fiscal '25 - The focus will remain on investing behind brands rather than cutting back on marketing, aiming for moderate margin expansion [58] Question: Growth by nationality in Q4 - Chinese consumers showed low single-digit growth, while North Americans improved to high single digits [69] Question: Impact of macroeconomic conditions on the U.S. market - Management noted that consumer reactions to macroeconomic changes are not immediate, but they remain optimistic about the U.S. market [81] Question: Profitability gap between Miu Miu and Prada - Miu Miu's profitability has increased significantly, and the company aims for sustainable growth across both brands [92] Question: Retail expansion plans for 2025 - The company expects to see an increase in store openings, particularly for Miu Miu, with a focus on balancing growth and profitability [102] Question: Sales per square meter by brand - Miu Miu's productivity has substantially increased, prompting plans for more store openings [110] Question: Capital allocation and potential investments - The company plans to increase CapEx to around EUR550 million in 2025, focusing on retail and industrial investments [119] Question: Pricing strategy for 2025 - Management indicated there is room for upward pricing adjustments without drastic changes, focusing on a balanced price architecture [130] Question: Chinese consumer behavior and clienteling strategy - The company noted a stable environment for Chinese consumers, focusing on events and tourism for sales [138] Question: Dual listing considerations - There has been no progress on dual listing discussions [143]