Lennox International (LII) FY Conference May 06, 2025 10:30 AM ET Speaker0 Good morning, everyone, and welcome back to day two of Oppenheimer's twentieth Annual Industrial Growth Conference. We're delighted to welcome back to the conference the management team of Lennox CEO, Alok Mascarra and CFO, Michael Krenser. Gentlemen, thank you both for being here. Looking forward to a great discussion today. Thanks for Speaker1 having Same here, Noah. Thank you for having us. Speaker0 Well well, it's our pleasure. A ...

Summary of Trane Technologies (TT) FY Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Trane Technologies (TT) - **Event**: Oppenheimer's twentieth Annual Industrial Growth Conference - **Date**: May 05, 2025 Key Industry Insights Commercial HVAC - **Payback Periods**: Average payback for retrofit projects is around three years, with some cases extending to four or five years. This is an improvement from previous years due to enhanced product efficiency, which has increased by 50% to 70% over the last seven years [5][6][8]. - **Pipeline Definition**: Trane defines its pipeline as unfactored (all known projects) and factored (based on probability and timing). The company reports strong pipelines across various verticals in the Americas [6][8]. - **Sales Force Dynamics**: The direct sales force is regionally focused, understanding local regulations and customer needs, which aids in project conversion and customer engagement [10][12][13]. Vertical Performance - **Growth Verticals**: Data centers and higher education sectors are showing continued growth. The company has not seen a significant impact from the end of ESSER funding on the education sector [18][20][22]. - **Weaker Verticals**: The life sciences and certain office spaces (Class B and C) have been softer, but Class A office spaces are experiencing tight market conditions, enhancing HVAC demand [17][14]. Regional Performance - **Asia**: Represents less than 8% of enterprise revenues, with China showing a soft market but moderate improvement. The rest of Asia is performing strongly [25][28]. - **EMEA**: Strong performance in commercial HVAC with double-digit order growth. The transport market is expected to decline slightly, but Trane's innovation is expected to drive demand [29][30]. Financial Performance Pricing and Margins - **Pricing Strategy**: The company has successfully implemented price increases in response to inflation, delivering 10% price increases in 2022 and 5% in 2023. The focus is on maintaining gross margin dollar neutrality while managing costs [52][54]. - **Cost Management**: Trane is actively working to mitigate tariff impacts through supply chain adjustments and surgical pricing strategies [50][56]. Inventory and Transition - **Channel Inventory**: Elevated channel inventory is estimated at $75 million to $100 million, primarily consisting of R-454B products. The transition from R-410A to R-454B has been smooth, with 80% of sales in the first quarter being R-454B [36][37]. Innovation and Technology - **Digital Solutions**: The acquisition of Brainbox AI is expected to enhance Trane's digital offerings, allowing for better energy management and cost savings for customers [74][75]. - **Service Growth**: The services segment, linked to commercial HVAC, has shown strong growth and is expected to continue contributing positively to margins [44]. Competitive Landscape - **Market Position**: Trane Technologies is positioned to gain market share due to its regional manufacturing strategy, which mitigates tariff impacts and allows for competitive pricing [62][63]. Capital Allocation - **M&A Strategy**: The company is focused on acquiring early-stage technologies that align with its sustainability goals and enhancing its market presence in Europe and other regions [73][75]. Conclusion Trane Technologies is experiencing robust growth in its commercial HVAC segment, driven by improved efficiency, a strong sales force, and strategic regional focus. The company is well-positioned to navigate market challenges through effective pricing strategies, innovation, and capital allocation.

SPX Technologies (SPXC) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 01, 2025 04:45 PM ET Speaker0 Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the First Quarter twenty twenty five SPX Technologies Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in listen only mode. After the speakers' presentation, there will be a question and answer session. To ask a question during this session, you'll need to press 11 on your telephone. You will then hear automated message advising your hand is raised. To withdraw your ...

Q1 2025 Earnings Presentation MAY 1, 2025 Q1 2025 EARNINGS PRESENTATION | COPYRIGHT © 2025 SPX TECHNOLOGIES MAY 1, 2025 1 Safe Harbor Statement Certain statements contained in this presentation that are not historical facts, including any statements as to future market conditions, results of operations, product introductions, and financial projections, are 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 ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SPX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:SPXC) (“SPX”, the “Company”, “we” or “our”) today reported results for the first quarter ended March 29, 2025. First Quarter Highlights (amounts presented for continuing operations; all comparisons against the first quarter of 2024, unless otherwise noted) Revenue of $482.6 million, up 3.7%, including 0.4% organicallyGAAP income from continuing operations of $51.7 million, up 5.1%GAAP EPS of $1.10, up 4.8%Adjusted EPS* of $1.38, ...

Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call The Company's forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties (some of which are beyond the Company's control) and assumptions that could cause actual future results to differ materially from the Company's historical experience and its present expectations or projections. Important factors that could cause results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements include (1) the timing and extent of changes in raw materials and componen ...

Core Viewpoint - AAON, Inc. reported strong first-quarter results for 2025, with significant year-over-year growth in net sales and backlog, driven primarily by BASX-branded products and improvements in operational efficiency despite some supply chain challenges [2][3][6]. Financial Performance - Net sales increased by 22.9% to $322.1 million compared to $262.1 million in Q1 2024, with BASX-branded products seeing a remarkable growth of 374.8% [2][5]. - Gross profit margin for the quarter was 26.8%, down from 35.2% in Q1 2024, attributed to lower production volumes at the AAON Oklahoma segment [3][5]. - Earnings per diluted share decreased by 23.9% to $0.35 from $0.46 in the same quarter last year [4][5]. Backlog and Orders - Total backlog reached a record $1.0 billion, up 83.9% year-over-year, with AAON-branded equipment backlog increasing by 44.9% [2][6]. - Bookings for BASX-branded equipment were strong, driven by demand for air-side and liquid cooling data center equipment [2][6]. Operational Insights - The company is experiencing improvements in production rates as supply chain issues related to the new R454B refrigerant components begin to resolve [2][6]. - Operational efficiencies are being enhanced at the Longview, Texas and Redmond, Oregon facilities, contributing positively to margins [2][3][6]. Cash and Investments - As of March 31, 2025, the company had cash and cash equivalents of $2.4 million and a revolving credit facility balance of $178.0 million [6]. - The company plans to invest $220.0 million in 2025 for the new Memphis plant and improvements in existing facilities [6]. Shareholder Returns - The company increased its dividend by 25.0% to $0.10 per quarter, reflecting confidence in future growth [6]. - During the quarter, the company repurchased 371,139 shares for $30.0 million at an average price of $80.81 per share [6].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved 11% organic revenue growth, 130 basis points of adjusted EBITDA margin expansion, and 26% adjusted EPS growth in Q1 2025 [6][13][20] - Bookings increased by 4%, with a book-to-bill ratio of 113% for the enterprise and 100% or more across all segments [6][10] - The backlog increased by approximately $500 million from year-end 2024, including about $400 million in the Americas commercial HVAC business [6][10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Americas segment, commercial HVAC bookings set a new quarterly record, with mid-teens growth in equipment and low-teens growth in services [9][10] - Residential bookings were up mid-teens, and revenues increased by high-teens [10] - Transport refrigeration bookings were down low single digits, but revenues were up mid single digits, outperforming a market decline of around 25% [10] - In the EMEA segment, commercial HVAC bookings were up mid-teens, with revenues up mid single digits [10] - In Asia Pacific, bookings and revenues in the rest of Asia were strong, up double digits and low 20s respectively, while in China, bookings and revenues were down low 30s and high 20s respectively [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Americas commercial HVAC market showed broad-based strength across various verticals, including data centers, healthcare, and education [30][56] - The EMEA transport markets are expected to decline low single digits in 2025, while the Asia market outlook remains flat overall [19][19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on a purpose-driven strategy that emphasizes innovation for a sustainable world, aiming to deliver differentiated shareholder value [4][5] - The direct sales strategy allows the company to capture more market opportunities and consistently outperform end markets [7] - The company is targeting total Americas commercial HVAC three-year stacked revenue growth of approximately 50% for 2025 [16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in delivering results towards the higher end of full-year revenue and EPS guidance ranges [8][20] - The company anticipates modest cost inflation but is well-prepared to manage it while minimizing customer impact [8][21] - The outlook for residential markets is expected to return to a GDP-plus framework in 2025, with no anticipated dip in volume due to pre-buy concerns [17][41] Other Important Information - The company deployed approximately $775 million through its balanced capital allocation strategy in Q1 2025, including $210 million to dividends and $550 million to share repurchases [24] - The Board of Directors approved a 12% dividend raise effective with the first quarter payment, with dividends having grown nearly 80% since the company's inception [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Changes in commercial HVAC markets and demand - Management noted strong order rates in commercial HVAC, with broad-based strength across verticals such as data centers and healthcare, and a robust pipeline [30][31] Question: Pricing actions to offset tariff headwinds - Management explained that they are implementing price increases and surcharges to offset estimated tariff costs of $250 million to $275 million, while remaining flexible in pricing strategies [35][36] Question: Demand concentration in specific verticals - Management confirmed that growth is broad-based across 14 verticals, with no significant concentration in any one area [56] Question: European margins and investment cycle - Management indicated that significant reinvestment is ongoing in Europe, with strong order rates in commercial HVAC, and they expect margins to bounce back [92][93] Question: Impact of tariffs on pricing and guidance - Management clarified that tariff costs are not currently embedded in revenue guidance, and they will adjust guidance as more clarity on the tariff landscape emerges [112][114]

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First-Quarter 2025 Results April 30, 2025 Forward-Looking Statements This presentation includes "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of securities laws, which are statements that are not historical facts, including statements that relate to our future financial performance and targets, including revenue, EPS, operating income, operation margin and earnings; operating leverage; our business operations; demand for our products and services, including bookings and backlog; capital deployment, includ ...