Summary of Ascent Industries (ACNT) FY Conference Call - May 05, 2025 Company Overview - Ascent Industries is a 75-year-old industrial manufacturing company with two operating segments: Specialty Chemicals and Stainless Steel Tubular Assets [6][8] - The management team, including Brian and Ryan, has a history of successfully turning around companies, previously achieving a turnaround from a loss of $8 million to an adjusted EBITDA of $35 million at Clearon [4][5] Financial Performance - In 2024, Ascent Industries achieved a turnaround of approximately $20 million in adjusted EBITDA, with significant improvements in gross profit and working capital [9][10] - The company sold one of its stainless steel tubular holdings for $45 million, which is a 10% premium on book value [12][13] - Ascent currently has $55 million in cash on hand and aims to build a scalable, high-quality business [16][34] Strategic Focus - The company is in the final stages of a turnaround and portfolio optimization, with a focus on organic growth and the final divestiture of its remaining stainless steel asset [8][31] - Ascent aims to shift its product mix from 75% custom manufacturing and 25% branded products to a target of 65% branded products over time [20][46] - The total addressable market (TAM) for Ascent's branded products is approximately $9.2 billion, covering various sectors including oil and gas, personal care, and coatings [37][38] Market Dynamics - Ascent's competitive landscape is intense in custom manufacturing, but the company can compete effectively in the branded products space by targeting small to mid-tier customers [48][50] - The company is actively working on reshoring supply chains for critical ingredients, which is seen as a potential tailwind for future growth [45] Margin Improvement - The gross margin was improved from sub-10% to low teens, with a target of achieving gross margins of no less than 30% in the long term [24][26] - The company plans to maintain SG&A expenses at no higher than 15% and target adjusted EBITDA of around 15% [26] Capital Allocation and Growth Strategy - Ascent is considering share repurchases as an option but is focused on maintaining flexibility for organic and inorganic growth opportunities [55][60] - The company is selective in pursuing M&A opportunities, emphasizing the importance of not acquiring assets that could exacerbate existing underutilization issues [61][63] - The remaining tubular asset is expected to generate $4-6 million in adjusted EBITDA annually, with plans to divest it ideally within the year [64][66] Conclusion - Ascent Industries is positioned for growth with a strong balance sheet and a clear focus on enhancing its specialty chemicals business while optimizing its portfolio [34][35] - The management team is optimistic about the future, citing a disciplined approach to growth and a commitment to improving operational efficiency [70][72]

武进不锈（603878.SH）2024 年年报及 2025 年一季报点评 Q1 业绩有所修复，火电锅炉维持高景气 2025 年 04 月 30 日 ➢ 事件：公司发布 2024 年年报及 2025 年一季报。2024 年，公司实现营收 26.52 亿元，同比减少 24.57%，归母净利润 1.26 亿元，同比减少 64.25%；扣 非归母净利 1.03 亿元，同比减少 68.27%。2024Q4，公司实现营收 5.62 亿元， 同比减少 29.37%，环比增加 0.57%，归母净利润-0.45 元，同环比转亏；扣非 归母净利-0.56 亿元，同环比转亏。2025Q1，公司实现营收 4.83 亿元，同比减 少 33.90%，环比减少 14.06%，归母净利润 0.30 亿元，同比减少 55.43%，环 比扭亏；扣非归母净利 0.28 亿元，同比减少 56.30%，环比扭亏。 ➢ 点评：25Q1 销量、毛利率环比改善 ① 量：25Q1 销量环比回升。2024 年，公司无缝管、焊管销量分别为 4.35、 2.66 万吨，同比-15.07%、-24.02%。2025Q1，无缝管、焊管销量分别为 1.06、 0.63 ...