Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Fiscal Year 2025 decreased approximately $27.9 million, or 5.9%, to approximately $444.9 million compared to $472.8 million in the prior year [5] - Operating income increased by $10.2 million, or 231.7%, compared to the prior year, excluding an $18.1 million goodwill impairment recorded in Fiscal Year 2024 [4] - Net income for Fiscal Year 2025 was approximately $22.7 million, with diluted EPS of $4.93, compared to a net loss of approximately $26.7 million and a loss per share of $8.48 in the prior year [10] - Adjusted EBITDA for Fiscal Year 2025 was approximately $33.4 million, an increase of approximately $8.9 million, or 36.3%, compared to $24.5 million in the prior year [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Retail entertainment segment revenue increased by approximately $6.5 million, or 9.1%, to approximately $77.5 million, driven by strong consumer demand for vintage and collectible media [6] - Retail flooring segment revenue decreased by approximately $14.7 million, or 10.7%, to approximately $122.3 million, primarily due to the disposition of certain stores and decreased consumer demand [6] - Flooring manufacturing segment revenue decreased by approximately $11.5 million, or 8.6%, to approximately $121.6 million, attributed to reduced consumer demand [7] - Steel manufacturing segment revenue decreased by approximately $7.2 million, or 5.1%, to approximately $132.6 million, primarily due to lower sales volumes, partially offset by incremental revenue from Central Steel [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Continued softness in the new home construction and home refurbishment markets negatively impacted the retail flooring and flooring manufacturing segments [4][5] - The company reported a year-over-year improvement in revenue for the fourth quarter of 2025 compared to the fourth quarter of 2024, despite overall revenue decline for the fiscal year [5] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on building a durable platform of businesses that are resilient and efficient, with an emphasis on operational discipline and cost structure optimization [12] - The company plans to continue paying down debt while evaluating the best use of capital for shareholder returns, including potential acquisitions [20][22] - The management expressed optimism about future performance, citing actions taken to position the company for sustainable profitability [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the challenges posed by a mixed economy but highlighted the successful execution of strategic initiatives that led to improved operating performance [4][12] - The company anticipates that interest rate reductions will benefit its financials and stimulate the housing market, which could positively impact flooring sales [23][24] Other Important Information - General and administrative expenses decreased by approximately $4.3 million, or 3.6%, to $113.7 million, due to targeted cost reduction measures [9] - The company repurchased 59,704 shares of common stock at an average price of $8.85 per share during the fiscal year [12] Q&A Session Summary Question: Regarding share repurchases and issuance strategy - Management indicated that shares may be issued in connection with acquisitions and that repurchase levels are monitored based on market conditions [20] Question: Debt repayment intentions - Management confirmed a commitment to continue paying down debt and will evaluate the optimal debt level for long-term operations [22] Question: Impact of interest rate reductions - Management noted that recent interest rate cuts have positively impacted the company and are expected to benefit future financial performance [23][24]