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Jacobs Solutions (J) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-20 16:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a 28% year-over-year increase in Q4 adjusted EPS, driven by a 6% net revenue growth and a record adjusted EBITDA margin of over 14.4% [5][10] - For the full fiscal year 2025, adjusted EPS grew by 16%, supported by mid-single-digit net revenue growth and strong margin expansion [5][11] - The consolidated backlog increased by 6% year-over-year to a record $23.1 billion, with a trailing 12-month book-to-bill ratio of 1.1x [11][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4, gross revenue increased by 7% year-over-year, while adjusted net revenue grew by 6% [10] - The Infrastructure and Advanced Facilities segment saw a 16% increase in operating profit year-over-year in Q4, with a 13% increase for the full fiscal year [16] - PA Consulting's revenue increased by 10% year-over-year in Q4, contributing to a 17% increase in operating profit [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net revenue growth across the three end markets was consistent, with water and environmental and life sciences and advanced manufacturing growing just over 4%, and critical infrastructure at about 6% for fiscal year 2025 [12] - In Q4, net revenue in critical infrastructure increased by more than 9% year-on-year, driven by key programs in the transportation sector [13] - The water and environmental end market saw flat year-on-year revenue in Q4, with mixed demand trends [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to redefine the asset life cycle and expand its addressable market with core clients, particularly in the water sector, which remains a high-growth area [6][8] - The strategy includes leveraging AI and digital capabilities to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency [42][43] - The company is focused on maintaining a disciplined capital returns policy while investing in growth opportunities [17][19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in entering FY 2026 with strong momentum, backed by a record backlog and expanding margins [21][19] - The company anticipates continued tailwinds in the transportation and energy sectors, with expectations for water to remain a key growth driver [14][15] - Management highlighted the importance of regulatory stability in the environmental sector for future growth [31] Other Important Information - Free cash flow generation for fiscal year 2025 was $607 million, with a return of approximately 150% of free cash flow to shareholders [17] - The company approved a $0.32 per share dividend, representing a 10% year-over-year growth [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of federal government shutdown on fiscal 2026 bookings - Management indicated that there was no impact from the federal government shutdown on fiscal 2025 bookings, as awards occurred before the shutdown [24] Question: Update on PA Consulting negotiations - Management confirmed that negotiations are progressing and a decision is expected before March 2026 [25] Question: Softness in environmental business - Management noted that regulatory volatility and a pause in spending from private sector clients contributed to the softness in the environmental sector [30][31] Question: Free cash flow guidance and unusual items - Management explained that the guidance includes a one-time tax event and cash expenses related to the PA Consulting combination [34] Question: Margin performance in infrastructure and advanced facilities - Management expects a sequential slowdown in Q1 margins but anticipates a linear progression throughout FY 2026 [40] Question: AI leverage and margin opportunities - Management highlighted ongoing AI initiatives and partnerships that are expected to contribute to margin expansion [42][43] Question: Regional performance across end markets - Management reported strong growth across all regions, with double-digit growth in the Middle East and recovery in Europe [49] Question: Pipeline outlook and conversion expectations - Management indicated that the fastest-growing pipelines are in data centers, semiconductors, and life sciences, with strong conversion expected in FY 2026 [67]
Jacobs Solutions (J) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-20 16:02
Jacobs Solutions (NYSE:J) Q4 2025 Earnings Call November 20, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsBert Subin - SVP of Investor RelationsVenk Nathamuni - CFOBob Pragada - Chair and CEONone - Company RepresentativeConference Call ParticipantsMike Dudas - Equity Research Analyst and PartnerSteven Fisher - Managing Director and Equity Research AnalystAndrew Wittmann - AnalystJamie Cook - Equity Research AnalystSangita Jain - Senior Equity Research AnalystAndrew Wittmann - Senior Research AnalystJerry Revich - M ...
Jacobs Solutions (J) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-20 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a 28% year-over-year increase in adjusted EPS for Q4, driven by a 6% net revenue growth and a record adjusted EBITDA margin of over 14.4% [6][12] - For the full fiscal year 2025, adjusted EPS grew by 16%, supported by mid-single-digit net revenue growth and strong margin expansion [6][12] - The consolidated backlog increased by 6% year-over-year to a record $23.1 billion, with a trailing 12-month book-to-bill ratio of 1.1 times [12][18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Infrastructure and Advanced Facilities operating profit increased by 16% year-over-year in Q4, with a 13% increase for the full fiscal year [16][17] - PA Consulting's revenue grew by 10% year-over-year in Q4, contributing to a 17% increase in operating profit [17] - The water and environmental sector saw flat revenue year-over-year in Q4, while critical infrastructure net revenue increased by over 9% [15][16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net revenue growth across the three end markets was consistent, with water and environmental and life sciences and advanced manufacturing growing just over 4%, and critical infrastructure at about 6% for fiscal year 2025 [14] - The company experienced strong growth in the transportation sector, particularly in the U.S. and internationally, with significant projects in New York and the U.K. [10][15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to redefine the asset life cycle and expand its addressable market with core clients, particularly in the water sector, which remains a high-growth area [7][10] - The strategy includes leveraging AI and digital capabilities to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency [49][50] - The company is focused on maintaining a disciplined capital returns policy while investing in growth opportunities [18][20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in entering fiscal year 2026 with strong momentum, backed by a record backlog and expanding margins [22][20] - The company anticipates continued tailwinds in the transportation and energy sectors, with expectations for water to remain a key growth driver [15][16] - Management noted that fiscal year 2026 will include an extra week in Q4, which is expected to positively impact revenue growth [19] Other Important Information - Free cash flow generation for fiscal year 2025 was $607 million, with a commitment to return approximately 150% of free cash flow to shareholders [18] - The company approved a $0.32 per share dividend, representing a 10% year-over-year increase [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of federal government shutdown on fiscal 2026 bookings - Management indicated that there was no impact from the federal government shutdown on fiscal 2025 bookings, as awards occurred before the shutdown [24][25] Question: Update on PA Consulting negotiations - Management confirmed that negotiations are progressing and a decision is expected before March 2026 [26] Question: Softness in environmental business - Management explained that regulatory volatility and a pause in spending from private sector clients contributed to the softness in the environmental sector [31][35] Question: Guidance on free cash flow - Management clarified that the guidance includes a one-time tax event and cash expenses related to the PA Consulting combination [39] Question: Margin performance in infrastructure and advanced facilities - Management noted that margins are expected to show a linear progression throughout fiscal year 2026, with Q1 being the slowest [46][48] Question: Transportation funding visibility under IIJ - Management confirmed that transportation remains a catalyst for growth, with strong performance seen globally [57] Question: Regional performance across end markets - Management reported double-digit growth in the Middle East and recovery in Europe, with strong performance across all regions [58][59] Question: Pipeline outlook and conversion - Management highlighted strong growth in the data center and semiconductor sectors, with a 5x increase in the data center pipeline [86][87]
Jacobs Solutions (J) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-11-20 15:00
Jacobs Fiscal 2025 Fourth Quarter & Full Year Results November 20, 2025 DISCLAIMER Forward-Looking Statement Disclaimer Certain statements contained in this presentation constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are statements that do not directly relate to any historical or current fact. When used herein, words such as "expects," "anticipates," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," "plans," "intends ...
Jacobs Reports Strong Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Earnings
Prnewswire· 2025-11-20 11:45
Accessibility StatementSkip Navigation Gross Revenue Grew 6.6% y/y, Adj. Net Revenue Grew 5.8% y/y in Fiscal Fourth Quarter 2025 Backlog Reached New Record with TTM Book-to-Bill Ratio of 1.1x Returned a Record $1.1 billion Through Repurchases and Dividends in Fiscal 2025 Fiscal 2026 Guidance for 16% Growth in Adj. EPS, at Midpoint DALLAS, Nov. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs Solutions Inc. (NYSE: J) today announced its financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 26, 2025. ...
Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd. (BWMN) Surged on Broad-Based Growth Drivers
Yahoo Finance· 2025-10-20 14:42
Core Insights - Conestoga Capital Advisors reported strong equity market performance in Q3 2025, with the Conestoga Micro-Cap Composite returning 11.7% net-of-fees, while the Russell Microcap Growth Index returned 19.9% [1] Company Overview: Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (NASDAQ:BWMN) - Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. provides professional services in civil engineering, planning, and surveying for public infrastructure, transportation, utilities, and private real estate markets [3] - The company experienced a one-month return of -1.89%, but its shares increased by 101.69% over the last 52 weeks, closing at $41.73 per share on October 17, 2025, with a market capitalization of $719.873 million [2] Growth Drivers - Infrastructure spending tailwinds have fueled growth in engineering and consulting projects for Bowman Consulting Group Ltd., leading to strong backlog growth [3] - Strategic acquisitions have expanded the company's geographic reach and diversified its service offerings, contributing to margin expansion and improved profitability through scale efficiencies and disciplined cost management [3] - Steady cash generation has alleviated balance sheet concerns, while improved investor sentiment is linked to visibility into long-term infrastructure demand [3] Hedge Fund Interest - Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. was held by 8 hedge fund portfolios at the end of Q2 2025, an increase from 6 in the previous quarter, indicating growing interest among institutional investors [4] - Despite this interest, the company is not listed among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds, and there are suggestions that certain AI stocks may offer greater upside potential with less downside risk [4]
WSP Announces Details for the Release of Its Q3 2025 Results
Globenewswire· 2025-10-15 21:00
MONTREAL, Oct. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WSP Global Inc. (TSX: WSP) ("WSP" or the "Corporation"), one of the world's leading professional services firms, will release its 2025 third quarter results on November 5, 2025, after market close. A conference call and webcast will be held on November 6, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) to discuss the results. To participate in the conference call, please pre-register using this link. Registrants will receive a confirmation with dial-in details. A live webcast o ...
Jacobs Solutions (J) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-08-05 14:00
Financial Performance - GAAP gross revenue reached $3 billion, showing a year-over-year increase of 51%[10] - Adjusted net revenue was $22 billion, up 70% year-over-year[10] - GAAP net income increased significantly to $181 million, a 1186% rise year-over-year[10] - Adjusted net income grew to $195 million, representing a 192% increase year-over-year[10] - Adjusted EBITDA stood at $314 million, a 135% increase year-over-year, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 141% on adjusted net revenue[10] - GAAP EPS was $156, up 1364% year-over-year, and adjusted EPS was $162, a 246% increase year-over-year[10] Backlog and Cash Flow - The company reported a Q3 Book-to-Bill ratio of 12x, with a trailing twelve-month (TTM) ratio also at 12x[10] - Q3 FY 2025 cash flow from operations (CFFO) was $293 million[19] - Q3 FY 2025 free cash flow (FCF) amounted to $271 million[19] Segment Performance - Infrastructure and Advanced Facilities (I&AF) operating profit was $236 million, a 134% increase year-over-year, representing 124% of adjusted net revenue[18] - PA Consulting operating profit was $72 million, a 152% increase year-over-year, remaining at 218% of revenue[18] Outlook - The company is raising its FY 2025 adjusted EPS guidance to $600-$610[23] - The company anticipates adjusted net revenue growth of approximately 55% year-over-year[23]
NV5 Stockholders Approve Proposed Merger with Acuren Corporation
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-07-31 15:34
Core Viewpoint - NV5 Global, Inc. has received approval from a majority of its stockholders for the proposed merger with Acuren Corporation, indicating strong support for the transaction [1][2]. Summary by Sections Merger Details - The merger agreement stipulates that NV5 stockholders will receive approximately $23.00 per share, which includes $10.00 in cash and $13.00 in Acuren common stock, subject to a 10% collar feature [2]. - Upon completion of the merger, pre-merger NV5 stockholders are expected to own about 40% of the combined company's common stock, while pre-merger Acuren stockholders are expected to own approximately 60% [2]. - The transaction is anticipated to close promptly in August 2025, pending customary closing conditions [2]. Regulatory Filings - NV5 has filed a definitive joint proxy statement/prospectus with the SEC on July 2, 2025, which was supplemented on July 21 [3].
NV5 Awarded $250 Million NOAA Contract to Advance National Shoreline Mapping and Coastal Resilience
Globenewswire· 2025-06-05 12:00
Core Insights - NV5 has been awarded a five-year contract by NOAA valued at up to $250 million for shoreline mapping services [1][3] - The contract will support NOAA's Coastal Mapping Program, enhancing nautical charts and coastal applications [3][4] - NV5's expertise in geospatial services positions the company favorably despite recent federal funding cuts [4] Company Overview - NV5 Global, Inc. specializes in tech-enabled engineering, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions for the built environment [4] - The company operates over 100 offices both domestically and internationally [4] - NV5 focuses on engineering design, asset management, and geospatial data analytics to support infrastructure resilience [4]