The nuclear-savvy builder's stock fell more than 25%. Can it recover?Shares of diversified construction and engineering company Fluor (FLR 1.22%) plunged 25% after it reported disappointing Q2 earnings numbers and lowered its guidance on Aug. 1.Fluor's stock had a rocky start to the year. And just when it had finally climbed out of the hole, the Q2 earnings report sent shares reeling.Can it get back on track?A rough second quarterAnalysts were expecting Q2 revenue of around $4.7 billion and per-share earnin ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a 19% year-over-year revenue growth to $1,250,000,000 for the first quarter of 2025, with operating income up 34% to $65,000,000 and earnings per share increasing 77% to $0.53 [5][18][22] - The backlog grew 94% to a record $19,400,000,000, driven by strong project execution and new awards [5][25] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Civil segment revenue increased 29% to $610,000,000, while building segment revenue rose 12% to $460,000,000, and specialty contractors segment revenue grew 7% to $177,000,000 [18][19] - Civil segment income from construction operations was $80,000,000, up from $71,000,000, while building segment income decreased to $10,000,000 from $16,000,000 [19][20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company secured $2,000,000,000 in new awards and contract adjustments during the first quarter, contributing to the record backlog [6][7] - The Indo Pacific region is highlighted as a major area for project opportunities, particularly due to U.S. military initiatives [8][9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on selective bidding for projects with favorable contractual terms and higher margins, leveraging its record backlog [8][25] - The management anticipates strong sustained backlog growth and is actively pursuing major projects, including a multibillion-dollar Midtown bus terminal replacement project [11][25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the business outlook, increasing the 2025 EPS guidance to a range of $1.6 to $1.95, up from the previous guidance [13][25] - The company does not foresee significant impacts from U.S. trade policy or federal spending programs on its major projects [15][16] Other Important Information - The company achieved a solid operating cash flow of $23,000,000 for the first quarter, marking the third-best first quarter result in its history [5][23] - Total debt was reduced by 24% to $406,000,000, contributing to a healthier balance sheet [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Confirmation of a clean quarter without significant closeouts or contract settlements - Management confirmed that the quarter was clean from significant dispute resolution impacts, with cash collections expected in the second quarter [30][32] Question: What is needed to move projects from preconstruction to construction phase? - Management indicated that the passage of time and ongoing preconstruction activities are key, with several projects expected to transition soon [37] Question: Insights on EPS guidance for 2025 and beyond - Management explained that the guidance is based on the ramp-up of new projects with better margins and contractual terms, expecting significant earnings growth in 2026 and 2027 [47][51] Question: Impact of tariffs and regulatory changes on project planning - Management noted no significant speed-up in project planning due to regulatory changes, but some smaller projects have seen expedited timelines [60][62] Question: Opportunities in the Indo Pacific region - Management highlighted tremendous opportunities in Guam and surrounding areas, with significant government-funded projects being monitored [70][72]

Tutor Perini (TPC) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 07, 2025 05:00 PM ET Speaker0 Good day, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Tudor Parrini Corporation First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. My name is Sherry, and I will be your coordinator for today. All participants are currently in a listen only mode. Following management's prepared remarks, we will be opening the call for a question and answer session. As a reminder, this conference call is being recorded for replay purposes. I will now ...