EMCOR Group (NYSE:EME) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 26, 2026 10:30 AM ET Company ParticipantsAdam Bubes - VP of Equity ResearchAdam Thalhimer - Director of ResearchAvi Jaroslawicz - Director of Equity ResearchBrian Brophy - Director of Equity ResearchJason Nalbandian - SVP and CFOLucas Sullivan - Director of Financial Planning and AnalysisTony Guzzi - Chairman, President, and CEOConference Call ParticipantsBrent Thielman - Managing Director and Senior Research AnalystJustin Hauke - Senior Research Analyst ...

EMCOR Group (NYSE:EME) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 26, 2026 10:30 AM ET Speaker8Good morning. My name is Jamie, and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to the EMCOR Group fourth quarter and full year 2025 earnings conference call. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After the speaker's prepared remarks, there will be a question-and-answer session. If you would like to ask a question during this time, simply press star an ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record earnings with a quarterly EPS of $9.37, up 129% from the previous year, and an annual EPS of $28.88, compared to $14.60 in 2024 [5][12] - Revenue for Q4 2025 increased by 42% year-over-year to $2.6 billion, while full-year revenue exceeded $9 billion, marking a 30% increase compared to 2024 [8][12] - Gross profit for Q4 was $675 million, a $241 million increase from the previous year, with a gross profit margin of 25.5%, up from 23.2% [9][12] - Operating income for Q4 increased by 89% to $427 million, with an operating income percentage of 16.1% [11] - Full-year EBITDA was $1.45 billion, with a margin of 16% [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The mechanical segment revenue increased by 21%, while the electrical segment revenue surged by 62% [8][12] - Same-store revenue growth for Q4 was 35%, with overall same-store revenue increasing by 26% [5][8] - Service revenue grew by 12%, contributing to a record $1.2 billion in total service revenue for 2025 [17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The backlog reached an all-time high of $12 billion, with a year-over-year increase of 93% [5][14] - Technology customers drove significant backlog growth, with technology accounting for 45% of revenue, up from 33% the previous year [15][16] - Institutional markets, including education and healthcare, represented 21% of revenue, while construction accounted for 86% of total revenue [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to expand its modular capacity from 3 million sq ft to approximately 4 million sq ft by the end of 2026, focusing on investments in technology and workforce training [6][14] - The company is committed to rewarding shareholders, increasing its quarterly dividend by $0.10 to $0.70 per share and repurchasing over $200 million in shares [8][13] - The company aims to maintain strong gross profit margins and leverage its operational efficiencies to support continued growth [10][11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism for 2026, expecting same-store revenue growth in the mid-teens to high-teens percentage range [8][12] - The company acknowledged challenges in the labor market but emphasized its ability to attract and retain talent through in-house training and contract professionals [25][26] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining disciplined project commitments to ensure profitability and productivity [69][70] Other Important Information - The company acquired two electrical companies during Q4, enhancing its operational capabilities [7] - Capital expenditures for 2025 were $155 million, representing 1.7% of revenues, with plans for continued investment in operations [13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Clarification on backlog growth - Management clarified that backlog reflects binding commitments from projects planned 1-2 years prior, indicating a late-cycle position in the construction process [21][22] Question: Labor shortage situation - Management confirmed they have added over 7,000 employees in the last 24 months and are utilizing in-house capacity to meet labor demands [25][26] Question: Bookings in Q4 - Management noted that over half of the $2.6 billion in bookings were new modular projects, with significant activity in data centers and other sectors [33][34] Question: Modular expansion timeline - The company plans a gradual addition of modular capacity throughout 2026, with some productivity expected earlier in the year [36] Question: Same-store sales growth expectations - Management indicated that while growth is expected to be consistent, the comparables in the second half of the year are steeper due to last year's performance [43][44] Question: Impact of cooling requirements on business - Management stated that changes in cooling requirements for next-generation chips would not significantly impact their business, as the need for electricians and pipe fitters remains [80][82] Question: M&A pipeline and cash deployment - Management expressed a cautious approach to acquisitions, emphasizing the importance of conviction over opportunistic purchases [84][86]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record earnings with a quarterly EPS of $9.37, up 129% from the previous year, and an annual EPS of $28.88, compared to $14.60 in 2024 [5][12] - Fourth quarter revenue increased by 42% year-over-year to $2.6 billion, while full year revenue exceeded $9 billion, marking a 30% increase compared to 2024 [8][12] - Gross profit for Q4 was $675 million, a $241 million increase from the previous year, with a gross profit margin of 25.5%, up from 23.2% [9][12] - Operating income for Q4 rose by 89% to $427 million, with an operating income percentage of 16.1% [11] - Full year EBITDA increased by 78% to $1.45 billion, with an EBITDA margin of 16% [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Mechanical segment revenue increased by 21%, while the Electrical segment revenue surged by 62% [8][9] - Same-store revenue growth for the quarter was 35%, with overall same-store revenue increasing by 26% [5][8] - Service revenue grew by 12%, contributing to a record $1.2 billion in total service revenue for 2025 [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The technology sector accounted for 45% of total revenue, up from 33% the previous year, driven by data center work [15][16] - The industrial sector, including technology, represented 67% of total volume in 2025 [15] - Institutional markets, such as education and healthcare, contributed 21% of revenue [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to increase its modular capacity from 3 million sq ft to approximately 4 million sq ft by the end of 2026, with investments in technology and workforce training [6][15] - The company has acquired two electrical companies to enhance its service offerings and expand its market presence [7] - The focus remains on maintaining strong relationships with technology customers and expanding in the modular construction space [15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism for continued strong performance in 2026, supported by unprecedented backlog and strong project pipelines [17] - The company anticipates same-store revenue growth in the mid-teens to high-teens percentage for 2026, with a heavier contribution expected in the first half of the year [10][12] - Management acknowledged challenges in the labor market but emphasized their ability to attract and retain talent through various initiatives [24] Other Important Information - The company increased its quarterly dividend by $0.10 to $0.70 per share and returned over $200 million to shareholders through share repurchases [8][13] - The backlog reached an all-time high of $12 billion, with significant growth in technology-related bookings [5][14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Clarification on backlog growth - Management clarified that backlog reflects binding commitments from projects planned 1-2 years prior, indicating they are late-cycle players in the construction process [20][21] Question: Labor shortage situation - Management confirmed they have added over 7,000 employees in the last 24 months and are employing various strategies to meet labor demands [23][24] Question: Bookings in Q4 - Management noted that over half of the $2.6 billion in bookings were new modular bookings, with significant activity in data centers and other sectors [32][33] Question: Modular expansion timeline - The company plans a gradual addition of modular capacity throughout 2026, with some productivity expected to begin shortly after procurement [35] Question: Impact of cooling requirements on business - Management stated that changes in cooling requirements for next-generation chips would not significantly impact their business, as demand for electricians and pipe fitters remains strong [77][78] Question: M&A pipeline and cash deployment - Management indicated a strong M&A pipeline but emphasized the need for conviction in acquisitions, balancing cash generation with strategic investments [81][82]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record earnings with a quarterly EPS of $9.37, up 129% from the previous year, and an annual EPS of $28.88, compared to $14.60 in 2024 [5][12] - Revenue for Q4 2025 increased by 42% year-over-year to $2.6 billion, while full-year revenue exceeded $9 billion, marking a 30% increase compared to 2024 [7][12] - Gross profit for Q4 was $675 million, a $241 million increase from the previous year, with a gross profit margin of 25.5%, up from 23.2% [8][9] - Operating income for Q4 increased by 89% to $427 million, with an operating income percentage of 16.1%, up from 12.1% [11] - Full-year EBITDA was $1.45 billion, with an EBITDA margin of 16% [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The mechanical segment revenue increased by 21%, while the electrical segment revenue surged by 62% [7] - Same-store revenue growth for Q4 was 35%, with an overall same-store revenue increase of 26% for the year [5][7] - Service revenue grew by 12%, contributing to a record $1.2 billion in total service revenue for 2025 [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The backlog reached an all-time high of $12 billion, with a 93% increase year-over-year on a same-store basis [5][14] - The industrial sector, including technology, accounted for 67% of total revenue, with technology alone representing 45% of revenue, up from 33% the previous year [15][16] - Institutional markets, including education and healthcare, contributed 21% of revenue [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to increase modular capacity from 3 million sq ft to approximately 4 million sq ft by the end of 2026, with investments in technology and workforce training [6][14] - Recent acquisitions of two electrical companies are expected to enhance operational capabilities [6] - The company is focused on maintaining strong relationships with customers and investing in its workforce to meet growing demand [26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism for continued strong performance in 2026, supported by unprecedented backlog and project pipelines [17] - The company anticipates same-store revenue growth in the mid-teens to high-teens percentage for 2026, with a focus on maintaining profitability and productivity [11][41] - Management acknowledged challenges such as labor shortages but emphasized their commitment to attracting and retaining talent [24] Other Important Information - The company increased its quarterly dividend by $0.10 to $0.70 per share, demonstrating a commitment to shareholder returns [7] - Full-year free cash flow reached a record $1 billion, indicating strong cash generation capabilities [12] Q&A Session Summary Question: Clarification on backlog growth - Management clarified that backlog reflects binding commitments from projects planned 1-2 years prior, indicating they are late-cycle players in the construction process [20][22] Question: Labor shortage situation - Management confirmed they have added over 7,000 employees in the last 24 months and are employing various strategies to attract and retain talent [24] Question: Bookings in Q4 - Management noted that over half of the $2.6 billion in bookings were new modular bookings, with significant activity in data centers and other sectors [32][33] Question: Modular expansion timeline - The company plans a gradual addition of modular capacity throughout 2026, with some space becoming productive earlier in the year [36] Question: Impact of weather on operations - Management acknowledged that weather events, such as ice storms, can impact operations but are considered seasonal and manageable [72][74] Question: M&A pipeline and cash deployment - Management indicated a strong M&A pipeline but emphasized the need for conviction in acquisitions, balancing cash generation with strategic investments [82][86]

Norwalk, Connecticut-based EMCOR Group, Inc. (EME) provides mechanical and electrical construction, industrial infrastructure, energy systems, and building and facilities services for commercial, industrial, utility and public-sector clients. It is valued at a market cap of $35.7 billion. This industrial company has significantly outperformed the broader market over the past 52 weeks. Shares of EME have soared 80.5% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has gained 12.3%. Moreover, o ...

Financial Highlights - EMCOR's 2024 Revenue was $146 billion[8] - As of September 30, 2025, Remaining Performance Obligations (RPOs) reached a record $1261 billion, including $894 million from the Miller Electric acquisition[8, 9, 19, 53] - For the nine months ended September 30, 2025, Revenues were $1247 billion, a 155% increase compared to $1079 billion in 2024[55] - Diluted Earnings per Common Share for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, were $1853, a 218% increase from $1521 in 2024[55] - Non-GAAP Diluted Earnings per Common Share for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, were $1868, a 228% increase from $1521 in 2024[55] Business Segments - Construction Services accounted for approximately 67% of EMCOR's 2024 Revenue[12] - Building Services represented about 24% of EMCOR's 2024 Revenue[12] - Industrial Services contributed roughly 9% of EMCOR's 2024 Revenue[12] - United States Electrical Construction & Facilities Services accounted for 30% of total revenues in Q3 2025[57] Strategic Initiatives - EMCOR UK divestiture is expected to close by the end of 2025 and is expected to be modestly accretive to go-forward operating margins[45] - J W Danforth acquisition closed November 4, 2025, and is expected to contribute between $350 million and $400 million to 2026 revenue[52]

Leadership and Military Experience - Leadership skills developed in the military can be effectively transferred to the corporate world, particularly in competitive environments [1] - Fred Smith, founder and former CEO of FedEx, attributes his success to lessons learned in the Marine Corps, emphasizing the importance of wartime logistics and small-unit leadership [1][2] Profiles of CEOs with Military Backgrounds - Darren Rebelez, CEO of Casey's General Stores, served as an infantry officer in the Army and has held leadership roles in various companies, including Exxon Mobil and 7-Eleven [3][4] - Anthony Guzzi, CEO of Emcor, also a West Point graduate, served as a Light Infantry Captain and has been with Emcor since 2004, becoming CEO in 2011 [5] - Bob Frenzel, CEO of Xcel Energy, served in the Navy as a nuclear engineering officer and has a background in consulting and investment banking before joining Xcel [6][7] - Jeffrey Martin, CEO of Sempra Energy, served as an air-cavalry pilot and emphasizes the importance of creating new leaders within organizations [8][9][10] - Avigal Soreq, CEO of Delek US Holdings, served in the Israeli Air Force and has a diverse career in various companies before returning to Delek [11] - Shane O'Kelly, CEO of Advance Auto Parts, served as an infantry officer and has held leadership positions in multiple companies before becoming CEO in 2023 [12]

EMCOR Conference Call Summary Company Overview - **Company**: EMCOR (NYSE: EME) - **Date**: November 05, 2025 - **Key Executives**: CEO Tony Guzzi, CFO Jason Nalbandian Industry Dynamics - **Construction Industry**: EMCOR operates in the construction sector, with a focus on mechanical and electrical construction. - **Data Centers**: Significant growth in the data center segment, with a backlog that has doubled year-over-year. - **High-Tech Manufacturing**: Involvement in semiconductor fabs and battery plants, indicating a long-term growth opportunity. Key Financial Highlights - **Stock Performance**: EMCOR's stock price increased from approximately $100 to $600 per share over three years, reflecting strong business momentum [1][3]. - **Revenue Growth**: 10 out of 11 construction end markets experienced nearly double-digit growth; overall revenue growth is supported by a 29% year-over-year increase in Remaining Performance Obligations (RPO) to $12.61 billion, with 80% of this growth being organic [3][4]. - **Operating Margins**: Operating income margins are at their highest, between 9-9.5% [5]. Growth Drivers - **Diversity of Demand**: EMCOR's growth is attributed to a diverse demand across various sectors, including data centers, high-tech manufacturing, and aftermarket services [4][6]. - **Labor Growth**: Revenue growth is outpacing headcount growth by two to three times in mechanical and electrical segments, allowing for capacity increases [4]. - **Acquisitions and Capital Allocation**: EMCOR has made over $900 million in acquisitions and $400 million in share repurchases, demonstrating strong capital allocation strategies [4]. Market Opportunities - **Semiconductor Manufacturing**: EMCOR has a long history in semiconductor projects and is well-positioned to capitalize on the expected surge in capital expenditures for chip manufacturing in the U.S. over the next decade [11][12]. - **Battery Plants**: While demand in the EV space has decreased, there is still a steady demand for battery plants, with a 10% year-to-date growth in the EV and battery sector overall [33]. - **Power Infrastructure**: EMCOR is involved in building utility-scale solar farms and participates in the aftermarket for power plants, although it does not engage in large-scale power plant construction [40][41]. Data Center Market Insights - **Historical Context**: EMCOR has been involved in data centers since the late 1990s, evolving from smaller facilities to servicing large hyperscale data centers today [46][49]. - **Current Capabilities**: EMCOR services 17 distinct data center markets, up from four in 2019, indicating significant expansion and capability growth [49][51]. - **AI Infrastructure**: The company is adapting to the increasing demand for AI data centers, which require more mechanical and electrical content, with mechanical revenues up almost 120% year-to-date [69]. Challenges and Considerations - **Labor Market**: The construction industry faces challenges in finding skilled labor, particularly for high-end work in semiconductor and data center projects [24]. - **Power Supply Bottlenecks**: There are concerns about potential bottlenecks in power supply for data centers, with EMCOR emphasizing the importance of utility providers in meeting demand [72][76]. Conclusion EMCOR is positioned for continued growth driven by diverse market opportunities, particularly in data centers and high-tech manufacturing. The company's strong financial performance, strategic acquisitions, and focus on capital allocation support its optimistic outlook for the coming years.

Core Insights - EMCOR Group, Inc. (NYSE: EME) is highlighted as a strong investment opportunity, particularly in the context of infrastructure electrification, with significant upside potential noted by analysts [1][2]. Financial Performance - EMCOR reported revenues of $4.3 billion, indicating robust financial health and performance that exceeded expectations [2][3]. - The company achieved a 45% return, showcasing its strong market performance and operational success [3]. Market Position and Strategy - EMCOR is positioned as a "pick and shovel" company for infrastructure electrification, suggesting it plays a critical role in the ongoing electrification trends [2]. - The company serves a diverse range of customers, including commercial, industrial, utility, and institutional sectors, which enhances its market resilience [3]. Future Outlook - Analysts believe that EMCOR has potential not just for the short term but also for the next several years, indicating a long-term growth trajectory [2]. - The company has a record high level of remaining performance obligations, which reflects a healthy backlog of work and a strong pipeline of new projects [3].