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New FTI Consulting Survey Reveals Mounting Challenges Continue for U.S. Hospitals
Globenewswire· 2025-05-15 11:30
WASHINGTON, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) today announced findings from its annual Hospital Operations Outlook Survey of more than 200 senior executives across all types of hospitals. The survey found rising costs, patient wait times, workforce challenges and persistent cybersecurity threats are among the top issues highlighted by hospital leaders. These issues — bundled with an increasingly complex operating environment shaped by regulatory changes, such as potential Med ...
Stantec reports strong first quarter 2025 results, with 29% increase in adjusted earnings per share and record backlog of $7.9 billion
Globenewswire· 2025-05-14 21:02
Core Insights - Stantec reported a strong first quarter for 2025, with net revenue increasing by 13.3% year-over-year to $1.6 billion, driven by both organic growth of 5.9% and acquisition growth of 3.2% [3][6][11] - The company achieved an adjusted EBITDA of $252.3 million, reflecting a 19.1% increase, and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 16.2%, which is a 70 basis point improvement compared to the same quarter in 2024 [3][6][11] - Stantec's backlog reached a record high of $7.9 billion, up 12.8% year-over-year, indicating strong future revenue potential [4][6][11] Financial Performance - Net income for Q1 2025 increased by 29.8% to $100.1 million, with diluted EPS rising by 29.4% to $0.88 [11][12] - Adjusted net income grew by 28.9% to $132.8 million, achieving 8.6% of net revenue, an increase of 110 basis points [11][12] - Operating cash flows increased significantly by 135.8% to $100.7 million, demonstrating strong cash flow generation [11] Growth Strategy - Stantec reaffirmed its 2025 guidance, targeting net revenue growth of 7% to 10%, with adjusted EBITDA margin expected to be between 16.7% and 17.3% [5][8][9] - The company is optimistic about organic growth in both the US and Canada, expecting mid- to high-single-digit growth driven by a robust backlog [8][10] - Stantec has entered into definitive agreements to acquire Page and Ryan Hanley, which will enhance its capabilities and expand its workforce by over 1,500 team members [4][6][15] Market Position - The acquisition of Page, a 1,400-person architecture and engineering firm, positions Stantec to become the second largest architecture firm in the US, enhancing its expertise in advanced manufacturing and healthcare [4][6][11] - The acquisition of Ryan Hanley strengthens Stantec's presence in the Irish water sector, further diversifying its service offerings [15] Segment Performance - In Q1 2025, net revenue by region showed strong performance, with Canada achieving 12.2% organic growth, the US growing by 2.4%, and Global operations increasing by 7.5% [13] - The project margin increased to 54.3%, reflecting solid project execution and effective cost management [11][12] Future Outlook - Stantec anticipates continued strong demand and operational performance, with a focus on maintaining high project margins and effective cost management strategies [9][10] - The company expects adjusted EPS growth of 16% to 19% compared to 2024, indicating confidence in its financial trajectory [10]
CDW (CDW) FY Conference Transcript
2025-05-13 14:30
CDW (CDW) FY Conference May 13, 2025 09:30 AM ET Speaker0 Thank you. I have the pleasure of hosting CW for the next session here. And we we have with us Chris Lee, who's the CEO and Al Morales who's the CFO. Thank you both for coming to the conference and thank you to the audience. Chris, Al, I'll start you off with a question that we plan to ask most companies we talk to over the next couple of days, which is you talk to a lot of customers, you get feedback continuously from the ground. How concerned shoul ...
Investing in IBM (IBM)? Don't Miss Assessing Its International Revenue Trends
ZACKS· 2025-05-13 14:22
Core Insights - IBM's international operations are crucial for understanding its financial resilience and growth potential [1][2] - The company's total revenue for the recent quarter reached $14.54 billion, reflecting a 0.6% increase year-over-year [4] International Revenue Breakdown - Asia Pacific contributed 19.26% of total revenue, amounting to $2.8 billion, with a surprise increase of 2.65% compared to analyst expectations [5] - Europe, Middle East, and Africa accounted for 31.63% of total revenue, totaling $4.6 billion, with a slight surprise of 0.14% [6] Revenue Forecasts - Analysts project IBM's total revenue for the current fiscal quarter to be $16.59 billion, a 5.2% increase from the same quarter last year, with expected contributions of 18.1% from Asia Pacific and 31.7% from Europe, Middle East, and Africa [7] - For the full year, total revenue is anticipated to reach $66.21 billion, indicating a 5.5% rise, with Asia Pacific and Europe, Middle East, and Africa expected to contribute $12.1 billion and $20.82 billion, respectively [8] Market Context - The reliance on global markets presents both opportunities and challenges for IBM, making the analysis of international revenue trends essential for forecasting future performance [9] - Financial analysts are closely monitoring these developments to adjust earnings estimates for companies operating internationally [10]
Infosys and LTA Sign Strategic Technology Partnership for the Historic Tournament at Queens Club, London
Prnewswire· 2025-05-13 10:07
Core Insights - Infosys has announced a three-year strategic partnership with the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) to serve as the official AI and Innovation Partner for the HSBC Championships at Queen's Club, London, until 2027 [1][2][3] - The partnership aims to leverage Infosys Topaz, an AI-first suite of technologies, to enhance player performance insights, fan engagement, and operational excellence [1][3] - This collaboration will also focus on sustainability efforts and community initiatives through digital platforms [1] Company Overview - Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, with over 300,000 employees and operations in more than 56 countries [5] - The company has a strong track record in supporting major global tennis tournaments, including the Australian Open and Roland-Garros, and has established ties with the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) and the International Tennis Hall of Fame [2][5] - Infosys aims to transform tennis through AI and digital innovation, enhancing experiences for both players and fans [3][5] Industry Context - The HSBC Championships, a historic tournament in London, will host both WTA and ATP 500 events for the first time in over 50 years, marking a significant milestone in the tournament's evolution [2][3] - The LTA governs tennis in Great Britain, focusing on growing the sport from grassroots to professional levels, with a vision of "Tennis Opened Up" [4]
BWMN vs. TRI: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
ZACKS· 2025-05-12 16:45
Investors with an interest in Business - Services stocks have likely encountered both Bowman Consulting (BWMN) and Thomson Reuters (TRI) . But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors? We'll need to take a closer look to find out.We have found that the best way to discover great value opportunities is to pair a strong Zacks Rank with a great grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system. The proven Zacks Rank emphasizes companies with positive estimate revision trends, and ou ...
Financial Services Expert Julien Wallen Joins FTI Consulting as Senior Managing Director
Globenewswire· 2025-05-12 07:00
Group 1 - FTI Consulting announced the appointment of Julien Wallen as a Senior Managing Director in the Financial Services practice [1] - Mr. Wallen has 25 years of experience in asset management and consultancy, advising financial institutions on complex situations [2] - His role will involve leading balance sheet, portfolio, and risk advisory across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) [3] Group 2 - Mr. Wallen previously served as a Managing Director at BlackRock for over a decade, focusing on financial markets advisory and sustainability initiatives [5] - His appointment aligns with FTI Consulting's strategy to enhance its financial services capabilities, following the addition of several senior directors in the practice [6] - FTI Consulting generated $3.70 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024, indicating strong financial performance [7]
Colliers adds top-tier firm to Canadian engineering platform
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-05-08 20:01
Core Insights - Colliers has announced the acquisition of Higher Ground Consulting Inc., enhancing its Canadian engineering platform Englobe Corporation [1][3] - Higher Ground, established in 2013, employs 65 professionals and specializes in multidisciplinary engineering consulting services in Alberta and British Columbia [2] - The acquisition aims to expand Colliers' footprint and expertise across Canada, particularly in the water resources sector [3] Company Overview - Colliers operates as a global diversified professional services and investment management company, with a focus on Real Estate Services, Engineering, and Investment Management [4] - The company has a proven business model and a unique partnership philosophy, delivering approximately 20% compound annual returns for shareholders over the past 30 years [4] - Colliers generates nearly $5.0 billion in annual revenues and manages over $100 billion in assets, employing a team of 23,000 professionals [4]
BGSF(BGSF) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-08 14:00
BGSF (BGSF) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 09:00 AM ET Speaker0 Day, everyone. Welcome to the BGSF Inc. Fiscal twenty twenty five First Quarter Financial Results Conference Call. At this time, all participants have been placed on a listen only mode, and the floor will be open for questions and comments after the presentation. As a reminder, this conference call is being recorded. Now I will turn the call over to Sandy Martin, three part advisers. Please go ahead. Speaker1 Good morning. Thank you for joi ...
Economist Impact and Infosys Launch The Sustainability Atlas to Help Businesses Navigate a Sustainable Future
Prnewswire· 2025-05-08 10:24
Leveraging Infosys Topaz, the new AI-powered tool delivers sustainability-focused insights for business leaders and policymakersLONDON and BENGALURU, India, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, and Economist Impact, an arm of The Economist Group that collaborates with organizations worldwide to further their missions, together announced the launch of The Sustainability Atlas to help businesses navigate a ...