KNOT Offshore Partners (NYSE:KNOP) Q4 2025 Earnings call March 26, 2026 09:30 AM ET Company ParticipantsDerek Lowe - CEO and CFOLiam Burke - Managing DirectorConference Call ParticipantsFredrik Dybwad - AnalystOperatorLadies and gentlemen, thank you for joining us and welcome to the KNOP's fourth quarter 2025 earnings call. After today's prepared remarks, we will host a question and answer session with an opportunity for equity research analysts to ask questions. If you'd like to ask a question, please rais ...

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Epsilon Energy (NasdaqGM:EPSN) Q4 2025 Earnings call March 25, 2026 11:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsAndrew Williamson - CFOHenry Clanton - COOJason Stabell - CEOConference Call ParticipantsAnthony Perala - Senior Research AnalystOperatorGood morning, everyone, and welcome to the Epsilon Energy 2025 year-end earnings conference call. All participants will be in a listen-only mode. Should you need assistance, please signal a conference specialist by pressing the star key followed by zero. After today's presen ...

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Walker said commercial revenue increased by $1 million for the quarter and $3.5 million for the year, attributing the gains to two land sales: one hotel site and a back-end payment tied to the company’s Nestlé transaction from 2025. Velasquez reported commercial and industrial real estate revenue of $4.2 million for the quarter, compared with $4.1 million in the prior-year period.For the full year, Walker said revenue totaled $49.6 million and adjusted EBITDA was $24.2 million, both improving over 2024. He ...

FOURTH QUARTER & FULL YEAR 2025 MARCH 19, 2026 SAFE HARBOR UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995 This presentation contains certain forward-looking statements and expectations regarding the company's future performance and the performance of its brands. Such statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. These risks include (i) changes in United States and international trade policies, including tariffs and trade restricti ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Full year adjusted EBITDAR increased by 3% year-over-year despite losses from sports betting income in Colorado and licensing disruptions in Poland [2][3] - Fourth quarter net operating revenue was flat, but adjusted EBITDAR was up 13% [3] - Across the entire U.S. portfolio, there was strong play from high-value and core customer segments [3] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Century Casino & Hotel Caruthersville saw Q4 EBITDAR increase from $4.9 million to $6.1 million, with a full year growth from $19 million to $24.4 million, a 28% increase [5][6] - Century Casino Cape Girardeau experienced a decline in Q4 EBITDAR from $6.8 million to $5.9 million and a decrease for the year from $25.6 million to $24.7 million [8][9] - At Century Casino & Hotel Cripple Creek, Q4 EBITDAR increased from $1.1 million to $1.5 million, but full year EBITDAR decreased from $7.5 million to $6.3 million [10] - Mountaineer in West Virginia saw Q4 EBITDAR increase from $2.6 million to $3 million, with full year EBITDAR rising from $13.1 million to $14.1 million [11][12] - Nugget Casino Resort in Reno Sparks had Q4 EBITDAR increase from $1.1 million to $1.3 million, but full year EBITDAR declined from $9.7 million to $9.1 million [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Canada, slot coin-in was up 4%, net operating revenue up 2%, and EBITDAR up 1% to $20.3 million for the year [15] - In Poland, net operating revenue increased by 4% and EBITDAR surged by 245% to $0.9 million in Q4 [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on harvesting investments made over the last couple of years, expecting higher EBITDAR and cash flow for 2026 and beyond [17][18] - A comprehensive strategic review process is ongoing, which may lead to divestitures, but no final decisions have been made [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted strong growth trends across the entire portfolio in North America, with double-digit EBITDAR growth expected to continue [19] - The company anticipates benefits from tax cuts in Alberta and decreasing capex, projecting a reduction from $18 million in 2025 to between $14 million and $15 million in 2026 [17][18] Other Important Information - Cash and cash equivalents as of December 31 were $69 million, with total debt outstanding at $338 million [17] - The net debt to EBITDAR ratio remained unchanged at 6.9 times [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Where are the green shoots seen in retail players? - Management indicated that retail customers are returning across the board, with increases in both casino and hotel performance [26] Question: Historical precedent of higher oil prices benefiting properties? - Management stated that there has been no historical correlation between higher oil prices and increased business [27] Question: Guidance for Q1 and trends for the rest of the year? - Management confirmed double-digit growth at every U.S. property and expressed optimism that trends would continue [31] Question: Impact of weather on revenues and EBITDA in Q4? - Management acknowledged some impact from weather in December but did not quantify it [54] Question: Approach to capital allocation regarding share repurchases and debt pay down? - The focus will be on debt pay down rather than share repurchases, subject to cash flow and operational performance [61]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The headline EBITDA for Q4 2025 was CAD 78 million, significantly impacted by a CAD 13 million retroactive life-to-date adjustment for the Fargo project [3][4] - Combined revenue for the quarter was CAD 344 million, with a target of CAD 1.6 billion for 2026, which would be a company record [4][10] - Adjusted earnings per share for the quarter was a loss of CAD 0.14, reflecting the EBIT generated by the business net of interest and taxes [8] - Free cash flow for Q4 was CAD 57 million, contributing to a total of CAD 103 million in the second half of 2025 [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Australia revenue for Q4 was AUD 176 million, a record for the region despite adverse weather conditions [3] - The oil sands region also posted solid top-line numbers for the quarter, with gross profit margins around 15% [7][8] - Employee exposure hours increased from 6.3 million in 2024 to 7.1 million in 2025, indicating a growing workforce of 3,300 employees [4] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Australia and Canada combined revenue increased by 10% in 2025, with Australia up 17% and Canada up 4% [4] - The company is tracking a total bid pipeline of approximately CAD 12.6 billion, with CAD 4.6 billion currently in active tender and procurement processes [18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to close the acquisition of Iron Mine Contracting (IMC) in Q2 2026, which is expected to enhance its capabilities in Australia [11][12] - Strategic priorities for 2026 include safety, optimizing workforce mix, cost reduction, and successful completion of the Fargo project [13][14] - The company aims to scale into a tier one contractor platform in Australia and expand mining services across Canada and the U.S. [15][16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the updated cost estimates for the Fargo project, expecting completion in 2026 [6][18] - The outlook for 2026 includes expectations for combined revenue of CAD 1.6 billion and adjusted EBITDA of CAD 400 million, with improvements anticipated in the second half of the year [18][19] - Management highlighted the importance of operational efficiencies and improved equipment availability for margin improvements [53] Other Important Information - Net debt levels at the end of the quarter were CAD 878 million, with a decrease of CAD 26 million due to free cash flow generation [9][10] - The company is focused on maintaining a net debt leverage target of 2.0 times, with a long-term goal of 1.5 times [76] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more color on the total bid pipeline and active tender value? - The total bid pipeline is CAD 12.6 billion, spread across various projects including defense spending and water projects in the U.S. [24] Question: Is there any risk to additional costs for the Fargo job? - Management sees limited risk in the remaining 15% of the project, with only CAD 5 million contemplated from Fargo at reduced margins [25] Question: Can you comment on the strategic review in the oil sands and outlook for margins? - The oil sands market remains strong, with opportunities for revenue and margin improvements through increased equipment availability [33] Question: Can you provide an update on the IMC acquisition timeline? - The acquisition is delayed due to regulatory review but is expected to close in early Q2 2026 without significant risk [38] Question: What are the expected savings from workforce optimization initiatives? - The company is targeting about 3%-5% savings through reducing subcontractors and optimizing the workforce [51] Question: How does the company plan to manage risks in infrastructure projects? - The company will focus on projects where it has control over risks and will consider subcontracting for work outside its expertise [58][60]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a 6% decline in net sales, leading to a significant margin drop of 390 basis points in the quarter, with a snack segment margin of only 7% [14][15][16] - The company anticipates a slight improvement in margins in Q3, but expects a more substantial recovery in Q4 due to stabilization in bakery performance and lower marketing expenses [15][39] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The snacks segment is focusing on three key areas: Goldfish, Fresh Bakery, and Salty snacks, with Goldfish showing momentum but facing challenges in Fresh Bakery execution [10][11] - The company expects snacks to decline about 4% in the second half of the fiscal year, with a slight improvement anticipated in Q4 [40][41] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The competitive landscape in the salty snacks category has intensified, prompting the company to adjust its pricing strategy and promotional activities [12][30] - The company is experiencing mixed results in distribution, with gains in Goldfish but neutral performance in chips due to competitive pressures [76][77] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on improving competitiveness through pricing adjustments, promotional activities, and innovation in its product portfolio [12][32] - There is a strong emphasis on capital allocation towards debt reduction and maintaining cash flow, with no plans for share buybacks in the near term [22][23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges the challenges in the operating environment, particularly in the snacks segment, but remains optimistic about the potential for growth in key brands like Goldfish and Rao's [61][90] - The company is committed to stabilizing its top line and improving margins through operational efficiencies and cost reductions [88] Other Important Information - The company is investing in its Goldfish manufacturing capacity, but has faced challenges in volume growth, impacting margins [67] - The introduction of Campbell's Condensed Sauces is expected to complement existing products and cater to evolving consumer cooking behaviors [91] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on snacks performance and competitive strategies - Management highlighted the need for surgical promotional strategies in the salty snacks category to remain competitive against larger rivals [30][32] Question: Fresh bakery execution challenges - Management noted that manufacturing and distribution disruptions, exacerbated by winter storms, have impacted fresh bakery performance, but improvements are being seen [19][20] Question: Capital allocation priorities - The company is prioritizing debt reduction and cash flow preservation, with no immediate plans to increase dividends or engage in share buybacks [22][23] Question: Pricing strategies in meals and beverages - Management confirmed that there will still be positive net price realization in the second half, although it may not be as significant as in previous periods [95] Question: Future growth expectations in snacks - Management expressed confidence in the potential for growth in Goldfish and other key brands, despite current challenges in the snacks segment [61][64]