Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for the first quarter of 2025 was $62,500,000, representing a 17% sequential increase from the fourth quarter of 2024 [12] - The net loss for the first quarter was $500,000, or a loss of $0.01 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $15,500,000, or a loss of $0.32 per diluted share in the previous quarter [19] - Adjusted EBITDA was positive at $2,700,000 in the first quarter, compared to a negative $4,800,000 in the fourth quarter of 2024 [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Well Completions Services generated revenue of $20,900,000 with an average of 1.3 active pressure pumping fleets, up from $15,800,000 with 1.1 active fleets in the previous quarter [14] - The Sands segment sold approximately 189,000 tons of sand at an average price of $21.49 per ton, compared to 129,000 tons at $22.54 per ton in the fourth quarter [16] - Infrastructure Services revenue was $30,700,000 for the first quarter, a 10% sequential increase compared to the fourth quarter [17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company anticipates increased competition in gas basins due to strong fundamental support for natural gas, which may slightly squeeze margins in the near term [11] - There is uncertainty in the energy market stemming from tariffs, economic conditions, and geopolitical events, which have begun to affect oil prices [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is evaluating strategic opportunities to add accretive assets while maintaining a strong balance sheet [5] - Following the sale of three subsidiaries, the company will focus on engineering and fiber within the Infrastructure Services segment [17] - The company plans to strategically deploy capital to grow existing businesses that generate the greatest returns [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the team's ability to drive value for shareholders despite market uncertainties [9] - The company expects steady completions activity in 2025, with potential upside into 2026 driven by natural gas demand [14] - Management highlighted the importance of cost management and operational efficiency in navigating market challenges [22] Other Important Information - As of March 31, 2025, the company had unrestricted cash of approximately $56,700,000, with total liquidity of about $79,400,000 [21] - Following recent transactions, the company had unrestricted cash of $135,400,000 and total liquidity of $202,900,000 as of May 2, 2025 [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the uplift in volumes in the sand business and your outlook for the rest of the year? - Management noted strong demand in Western Canada for sand pricing and expects a stable environment to persist through 2025 [26] Question: What cost actions could be taken if there is potential weakness in the back half of the year? - Management indicated that the biggest lever for cost management would be on staffing and repairs and maintenance, with a history of effectively managing the cost structure [28]

First Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights - Revenues for Q1 2025 were $430.9 million[18], compared to $440.4 million in Q1 2024[19] - Net Income for Q1 2025 was $39.5 million[18], compared to $31.0 million in Q1 2024[19] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $80.3 million[18], compared to $61.3 million in Q1 2024[41] - Diluted EPS for Q1 2025 was $1.28[18], compared to $1.00 in Q1 2024[19] - Cash & Cash Equivalents at the end of Q1 2025 was $638.6 million[18] - Backlog was $2.13 billion with a 17.7% margin[18] Segment Performance (Q1 2025) - E-Infrastructure Solutions revenue was $218.3 million with an operating margin of 21.4%[19] - Transportation Solutions revenue was $120.7 million with an operating margin of 9.3%[19] - Building Solutions revenue was $92.0 million with an operating margin of 13.4%[19] Full Year 2025 Guidance - The company expects revenue between $2.05 billion and $2.15 billion[36] - The company expects Diluted EPS between $7.15 and $7.65[36] - The company expects Adjusted Diluted EPS between $8.40 and $8.90[36] - The company expects EBITDA between $381 million and $403 million[29] - The company expects Adjusted EBITDA between $410 million and $432 million[36]

THE WOODLANDS, Texas, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (NasdaqGS: STRL) ("Sterling" or "the Company") today announced that it plans to issue its financial results for the first quarter of 2025 on Monday, May 5, 2025, after the stock market closes. Sterling's management will host a conference call on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 9:00 am ET/8:00 am CT to discuss the first quarter, as well as the 2025 outlook. Interested parties may participate in the call by dialing (800) 836-8184. Ple ...