Core Insights - Commercial Vehicle Group (CVGI) reported Q2 2025 revenue of $172.0 million, exceeding analyst expectations of $161.5 million, but adjusted earnings per share (EPS) were $(0.09), missing the consensus of $(0.07) [1][2] - The results indicate ongoing weakness in end-market demand, particularly in heavy trucks and agriculture, although the company improved free cash flow and reduced debt [1][7] Financial Performance - Revenue (GAAP) decreased by 11.2% year-over-year from $193.7 million in Q2 2024 to $172.0 million in Q2 2025 [2][5] - Adjusted EBITDA fell to $5.2 million, down 36.6% from $8.2 million in Q2 2024 [2] - Free cash flow increased significantly to $17.3 million from $0.8 million the previous year, driven by better working capital management [2][7] - Gross margin improved by 0.7 percentage points to 11.3% due to operational efficiency efforts [2][6] Market Dynamics - The decline in revenue reflects broader industry trends, with North America Class 8 truck production expected to drop from 332,372 builds in 2024 to 252,000 in 2025, and construction and agriculture markets projected to decline by 5–15% in 2025 [5] - The company's core segments showed varied financial trends, with Global Seating experiencing a 9.6% revenue decline but an increase in operating income, while Global Electrical Systems had flat sales but positive operating income [6] Strategic Focus - The company has streamlined operations to focus on three main segments: Global Seating, Global Electrical Systems, and Trim Systems and Components, exiting non-core businesses [4] - Emphasis is placed on efficiency, product customization, and maintaining strong relationships with OEMs to drive innovation and flexibility in the supply chain [4] Future Outlook - Management revised revenue guidance to $650–$670 million and adjusted EBITDA to $21–$25 million, reflecting industry-wide declines [8] - The free cash flow target was raised to over $30 million, indicating ongoing success in working capital initiatives [8]