STOCKHOLM, May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In accordance with the resolutions by the Annual General Meeting 2025, Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) expands its treasury stock in order to provide shares for the Long-Term Variable Compensation Programs LTV 2025 and LTV 2024 for Ericsson's executive team and other executives.The Board of Directors of Ericsson has today resolved, by virtue of authorizations given by the Annual General Meeting on March 25, 2025 (the "AGM 2025"), to direct an acquisition offer to all holders o ...

Motorola Solutions, Inc. (MSI) reported strong first-quarter 2025 results, with both the bottom line and revenues surpassing the respective Zacks Consensus Estimate. The company witnessed healthy revenue and operating earnings growth year over year, driven by the diligent execution of operational plans and strong growth dynamics backed by solid order trends. Management expects this growth momentum to continue in the near term on robust demand patterns.Net EarningsOn a GAAP basis, net earnings in the first q ...

Core Insights - Preformed Line Products Company (PLP) has acquired J.A.P. Indústria de Materiais para Telefonia Ltda (JAP Telecom), enhancing its position in the South American telecommunications infrastructure market [1][3] - JAP Telecom, founded in 2002, specializes in fiber optic closures, connectivity devices, and infrastructure accessories, serving major telecommunications operators and internet service providers in Brazil [2][5] - The acquisition is expected to provide operational alignment, supply chain efficiencies, and increased production capacity due to JAP Telecom's proximity to PLP's existing facility in Brazil [3] Company Overview - PLP is focused on creating stronger and more reliable networks, providing precision-engineered solutions trusted by energy and communications providers globally [4] - JAP Telecom has established a strong reputation in the telecommunications industry by prioritizing customer needs and maintaining high-quality standards in its product offerings [4][5] Strategic Implications - The acquisition is seen as a strategic move to expand PLP's product offerings and enhance its ability to meet the unique infrastructure needs of customers across South America and globally [3] - PLP aims to leverage the complementary strengths of both companies to boost regional exports and accelerate product development initiatives in South America [4]

Core Viewpoint - Motorola Solutions, Inc. is conducting its Q1 2025 earnings conference call, highlighting its financial performance and strategic direction for the upcoming period [1][2]. Group 1: Company Overview - The conference call features key executives including Greg Brown (Chairman and CEO), Jason Winkler (EVP and CFO), Jack Molloy (EVP and COO), and Mahesh Saptharishi (EVP and CTO) [4]. - The earnings presentation and news release are available on the company's investor relations website, providing detailed financial information [5]. Group 2: Financial Communication - The call is being recorded, and a webcast replay will be accessible on the company's website shortly after the call concludes [2][3]. - Participants in the call include analysts from various financial institutions, indicating a broad interest in the company's performance [1].

Motorola Solutions (MSI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 01, 2025 05:00 PM ET Company Participants Tim Yocum - Vice President-Investor RelationsGreg Brown - Chairman and Chief Executive OfficerJason Winkler - Executive VP & CFOAlyssa Shreves - Vice President - Equity ResearchJoseph Cardoso - Vice President, Equity ResearchJamie Reynolds - Senior Equity Research AssociateMahesh Saptharishi - Executive VP & CTOJack Molloy - Executive Vice President and Chief Operating OfficerTomer Zilberman - Equity Research Associ ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record first quarter revenue, operating earnings, and cash flow, with revenue growth of 6% compared to the previous year [7][11] - GAAP operating earnings were $582 million, representing 23% of sales, an increase from 21.7% in the prior year [11] - Non-GAAP operating earnings were $716 million, up 12% year-over-year, with a non-GAAP operating margin of 28.3%, an increase of 160 basis points [11][12] - GAAP earnings per share (EPS) was $2.53, up from a loss of $0.23 in the year-ago quarter, while non-GAAP EPS was $3.18, a 13% increase from $2.81 [11][12] - Operating cash flow for Q1 was $510 million, up $128 million from last year, and free cash flow was $473 million, an increase of $137 million [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Software and Services segment, sales increased by 9%, driven by strong adoption of software applications [7][14] - The Products and SI segment saw a 4% increase in sales, with significant operating margin expansion due to growth in higher-tier public safety devices and lower material costs [8][14] - Notable achievements included various large orders in both segments, indicating strong demand across product lines [14][15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America Q1 revenue was $1.9 billion, up 9%, while international revenue was $676 million, down 3% due to currency headwinds and lower LMR revenue from Ukraine [15] - Ending backlog for Q1 was $14.1 billion, down 2% year-over-year, driven by strong LMR shipments and revenue recognition [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on expanding its public safety ecosystem with new products and solutions, including recent acquisitions and product launches [8][24] - Investments in video and software are expected to drive meaningful revenue growth, with a strong emphasis on cloud and SaaS offerings [18][19] - The company is navigating tariff-related cost increases through supply chain actions and cost-saving measures [18][32] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's positioning, noting that customers continue to prioritize investments in safety and security [9][21] - The outlook for Q2 includes expected sales growth of approximately 4% and non-GAAP EPS guidance between $3.32 and $3.37 [17] - For the full year, the company anticipates revenue growth of 5.5% and non-GAAP EPS between $14.64 and $14.74 [17] Other Important Information - The company successfully renewed its $2.25 billion revolving credit facility, enhancing its financial flexibility [20] - The introduction of new technologies like SVX and Assist is expected to transform public safety operations and drive further adoption of higher-tier radios [22][23] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you walk us through the video product revenue performance in the quarter? - Video revenue grew nicely, with software leading that growth, and the cloud video offer, Alta, performing well [27][28] Question: Are you seeing any change in customer behavior due to tariffs? - There has been no significant change in customer behavior, and the company is proactively managing tariff impacts [30][31] Question: Can you comment on demand trends and the full-year revenue guide? - Demand remains strong, with record orders in Q1, and the company does not see any softening in demand [36][38] Question: What are the early demand signals for the new SVX product? - There is high interest from customers, with some planning to upgrade to the APEX NEXT family of radios after seeing the SVX demonstration [47][48] Question: How is the company navigating the current budget cycle and federal grant awards? - The public safety technology continues to be prioritized, and state and local budgets appear to be in good shape [84][85]

Earnings Presentation Q1 2025 Results | May 1, 2025 Safe Harbor A number of forward-looking statements will be made during this presentation. Forward-looking statements are any statements that are not historical facts. These forward-looking statements are based on the current expectations of Motorola Solutions, and we can give no assurance that any future results or events discussed in these statements will be achieved. Any forward-looking statements represent our views only as of today and should not be re ...

Core Insights - CommScope Holding Company, Inc. (COMM) reported strong first-quarter 2025 results, with both revenue and net income exceeding Zacks Consensus Estimates, driven by solid demand across all segments and a focus on innovation and strategic expansion [1][2]. Financial Performance - Net income on a GAAP basis for the March quarter was $767.1 million, or $2.88 per share, compared to a net loss of $349.7 million, or a loss of $1.65 per share, in the same quarter last year, supported by top-line growth, tax benefits, and portfolio optimization [2]. - Non-GAAP net income was $38.6 million, or 14 cents per share, compared to a net loss of $50.8 million, or 24 cents per share, in the prior-year quarter, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 6 cents [3]. - Revenues for the quarter were $1.1 billion, up from $900.9 million a year ago, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by $5 million [3]. Segment Performance - Connectivity and Cable Solutions segment revenues increased by 19.7% to $724.1 million from $604.7 million year over year, driven by strong demand in the Enterprise business [4]. - Networking, Intelligent Cellular, and Security Solutions segment sales rose 50.7% year over year to $163.1 million, fueled by demand for Ruckus and Small Cell solutions [4]. - Access Network Solutions (ANS) segment revenues were $225 million, up from $188 million in the prior year, reflecting a 19.7% year-over-year growth due to high demand for Access Technologies [4]. Regional Performance - Revenues in the United States increased by 30.1% year over year to $767.6 million [5]. - Europe, the Middle East, and Africa reported revenues of $146.2 million, up 8.6% year over year [5]. - Asia Pacific revenues were $113.2 million, up 2.8% year over year [5]. - Caribbean and Latin American revenues fell by 1.1% year over year to $43.7 million, while revenues from Canada increased by 86.9% year over year to $41.5 million [5]. Operational Metrics - Gross profit improved to $468.6 million from $295.1 million in the year-ago quarter [6]. - Total operating expenses decreased to $343.3 million from $359.4 million in the prior year [6]. - Operating income totaled $134 million compared to a loss of $54.7 million in the year-ago quarter [6]. - Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA was $240.3 million, up from $84.1 million a year ago [6]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - In the first quarter, CommScope utilized $186.9 million in cash for operations, compared to $177.7 million in the prior year [7]. - As of March 31, 2025, the company had $493.3 million in cash and cash equivalents, with long-term debt of $7.24 billion [7]. Outlook - For the full year, management expects adjusted EBITDA in the range of $995-$1,045 million [8]. - Core operating income is anticipated to be between $629-665 million [8]. - Core adjusted EBITDA (excluding the OWN segment and the DAS business unit) is forecasted to be between $1 billion and $1.05 billion [8].

First Quarter 2025 Results Important information Caution Regarding Forward Looking Statements This presentation includes certain statements that constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which reflect our current views with respect to future events and financial performance. These forward-looking statements are generally identified by their use of such terms and phra ...

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