Economic Overview - Inflation is showing signs of cooling, with U.S. consumer prices increasing less than expected in May, primarily due to cheaper gasoline offsetting higher rents. This marks the fourth consecutive month of lower-than-expected core inflation rises. Consumer confidence rebounded in May, indicating increased faith in the economy's prospects [1][8]. Stock Recommendations - Broker-favorite stocks include BrightSpring Health Services (BTSG), Allegiant Travel (ALGT), CVR Energy (CVI), Alta Equipment Group (ALTG), and Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (CBRL) amid improving economic conditions [2][8]. - A screening strategy was designed to shortlist stocks based on improving broker recommendations and upward revisions in earnings estimates over the past four weeks, incorporating price/sales ratio as a valuation metric [3][4]. Company Insights - **BrightSpring Health Services (BTSG)**: Provides integrated health solutions for complex populations, with a projected earnings growth rate of 96.4% for 2025 and a sales increase of 9.1% from 2024 [6][7]. - **Allegiant Travel (ALGT)**: Benefiting from strong air travel demand, with a fleet upgrade plan aiming for 122 aircraft by the end of 2025. The company has surpassed earnings estimates in three of the last four quarters, with an average beat of 32.7% [7][9]. - **CVR Energy (CVI)**: Engaged in renewable energy and petroleum refining, with a focus on developing renewable biofuels. The company has beaten earnings estimates in three of the last four quarters [9][10]. - **Alta Equipment Group (ALTG)**: A leading provider of material handling and construction equipment, with an expected earnings growth rate of 27.6% for the current year and a 10% upward revision in earnings estimates for the June quarter [10][11]. - **Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (CBRL)**: Focused on menu innovation and pricing strategies to drive growth, with an average earnings beat of 68.5% over the last four quarters and a 7.4% share price increase over the past six months [11][12].

EARNINGS PRESENTATION FIRST QUARTER 2025 May 7, 2025 LEGAL DISCLAIMERS Forward-Looking Information This presentation includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Alta's actual results may differ from their expectations, estimates and projections and consequently, you should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Words such as "expect," "estimate," "project," "budget," " ...

Core Viewpoint - Alta Equipment Group Inc. reported a decrease in total revenues for the first quarter of 2025, highlighting the resilience of its business model despite macroeconomic uncertainties. The company is focusing on infrastructure-related projects, which are expected to drive consistent demand for heavy equipment throughout the year [2][3]. Financial Performance - Total revenues for the quarter were $423.0 million, a decrease of 4.2% compared to the first quarter of the previous year [4][8]. - Construction Equipment revenue was $245.8 million, down 3.8%, primarily due to a strategic initiative to reduce the rent-to-sell fleet size [4][8]. - Material Handling revenues decreased by 9.4% to $157.9 million, while the Master Distribution business saw a significant rebound with a 35.9% increase in revenues to $17.4 million [4][8]. - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $33.6 million, slightly down from $34.1 million a year ago [4][8]. Cost Management - Selling, general and administrative expenses were reduced by $7.9 million year over year, contributing to improved margins [4][8]. - The service gross profit percentage increased by 230 basis points year over year to 60.1% [4][8]. Strategic Initiatives - The company has entered into a definitive agreement to divest substantially all of its aerial fleet rental equipment business in the Chicagoland market for $18.0 million, with proceeds allocated to reducing outstanding debt [3][8]. - The Board of Directors has authorized the indefinite suspension of the quarterly common stock dividend, reallocating approximately $8 million in annual dividend payments to an expanded share repurchase program [5][8]. Market Outlook - The stability in the Construction Equipment segment is attributed to customers focusing on infrastructure-related projects, which are expected to drive consistent demand for heavy equipment [3][8]. - The company reaffirms its organic guidance range, expecting Adjusted EBITDA for the fiscal year 2025 to be between $171.5 million and $186.5 million [8].

Financial Performance - Q1 2025 - Revenue reached $422 million[19], with Equipment Rental Solutions (ERS) contributing $154 million[19], Truck & Equipment Sales (TES) $232 million[19], and Aftermarket Parts & Service (APS) $35 million[19] - Adjusted Gross Profit was $136 million[19] - Adjusted EBITDA amounted to $73 million[19] Segment Analysis - Q1 2025 - ERS revenue increased by 13% to $154 million[19], with rental revenue up 9% to $113 million[42] and rental sales up 26% to $41 million[42] - TES revenue decreased by 3% to $232 million[49], but net orders surged by 220% compared to Q1 2024, reaching $284 million[50] - APS revenue remained flat at $35 million[52] Fleet and Utilization - Q1 2025 - The company's rental fleet consists of over 10,000 vehicles with an original equipment cost (OEC) of $1.55 billion[19] - Average utilization for Q1 2025 was just under 78%[48], with OEC on Rent increasing by $137 million compared to Q1 2024[48] Outlook and Strategy - The company reaffirms its 2025 outlook, projecting consolidated revenue between $1.97 billion and $2.06 billion, representing a 9%-14% growth[58], and Adjusted EBITDA between $370 million and $390 million, also a 9%-15% increase[58] - The company anticipates net OEC to increase by a mid-single-digit percentage in 2025, with gross rental capex between $375 million and $400 million[58] - The company expects to reduce inventory later in 2025 and generate $50 million to $100 million of levered free cash flow[58]