Core Insights - Weyerhaeuser Company (WY) reported second-quarter 2025 results with earnings and net sales exceeding Zacks Consensus Estimates [1][5] - Year-over-year, both earnings and net sales declined due to lower domestic sales realizations and increased costs in the Timberlands segment [2][10] Financial Performance - Adjusted earnings were 12 cents per share, beating the consensus estimate of 10 cents by 20%, but down 42.9% from 21 cents in the previous year [5][10] - Net sales reached $1.88 billion, surpassing the consensus mark of $1.83 billion by 2.7%, but down 2.8% from $1.94 billion in the same quarter last year [5][10] - Adjusted EBITDA was $336 million, an 18% decrease from $410 million in the year-ago period [5] Segment Performance - Timberlands segment net sales were $529 million, down from $555 million year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA of $152 million, up 3.4% from $147 million [6] - Real Estate, Energy, and Natural Resources segment saw net sales of $154 million, a 41.3% increase from $109 million year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA of $143 million, up from $102 million [7] - Wood Products segment sales totaled $1.357 billion, down 4.5% from $1.421 billion year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA of $101 million, down 55.1% from $225 million [8] Outlook - For Q3 2025, the Timberlands segment is expected to see earnings and adjusted EBITDA approximately $10 million lower than Q2 due to cost pressures [12] - The Real Estate, Energy, and Natural Resources segment anticipates earnings to be about $60 million lower than Q2, with adjusted EBITDA expected to decrease by about $80 million [13] - Wood Products segment is expected to maintain comparable earnings and adjusted EBITDA levels to Q2, excluding changes in average sales realizations [14] Financial Position - As of June 30, 2025, Weyerhaeuser had cash and cash equivalents of $592 million, down from $684 million at the end of 2024, and net long-term debt of $4.27 billion, down from $4.87 billion [11]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Weyerhaeuser reported second quarter GAAP earnings of $87 million or $0.12 per diluted share on net sales of $1.9 billion, with adjusted EBITDA totaling $336 million, a slight increase over the first quarter of 2025 [5][24] - Cash from operations was $396 million, ending the quarter with approximately $600 million in cash and total debt of just under $5.2 billion [24][26] - Share repurchase activity totaled $100 million in the second quarter, marking the highest quarterly level since late 2022 [24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Timberlands contributed $88 million to second quarter earnings, with adjusted EBITDA of $152 million, a $15 million decrease compared to the first quarter, primarily due to higher costs in Western operations [10] - Real Estate, Energy, and Natural Resources contributed $106 million to second quarter earnings and $143 million to adjusted EBITDA, with a $61 million increase from the prior quarter driven by the timing and mix of real estate sales [14] - Wood Products contributed $46 million to second quarter earnings and $101 million to adjusted EBITDA, with a $29 million decrease compared to the first quarter due to lower product pricing and slightly higher log costs [15][18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Log demand in the Western domestic market was healthy at the start of the second quarter but weakened as the quarter progressed, leading to lower log prices [10] - In Japan, log markets remained stable, with average sales realizations for export logs increasing moderately compared to the first quarter [11] - Southern sawlog demand was muted in the second quarter, while demand for fiber logs improved as mills transitioned from spring maintenance outages [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is acquiring 117,000 acres of timberlands in North Carolina and Virginia for $375 million, expected to enhance its footprint in a growing sawlog and fiber market [6][8] - Weyerhaeuser aims to achieve a multi-year target of $1 billion in investments to grow its timberlands portfolio by the end of 2025 [8] - The company is committed to active portfolio management, including targeted acquisitions and divestitures of non-strategic acreage [7][9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the housing market has softened, with total housing starts averaging 1.3 million units in the second quarter, impacted by weaker consumer confidence and elevated mortgage rates [38] - There is optimism for potential catalysts for improvement in the second half of the year, including clarity on tax bills and possible Fed support on interest rates [39] - The long-term fundamentals for a strong housing market remain intact, supported by favorable demographic trends and an underbuilt housing stock [40] Other Important Information - The company expects third quarter earnings and adjusted EBITDA for Timberlands to be approximately $10 million lower compared to the second quarter, driven by lower sales realizations and higher costs [28] - Capital expenditures were $107 million in the second quarter, with a total investment for the new engineered wood products facility in Arkansas expected to be approximately $500 million through 2027 [26][27] Q&A Session Summary Question: Outlook for Wood Products segment and operational excellence - Management emphasized the importance of operational excellence and flexibility to navigate down cycles, focusing on cost control and production alignment with demand [50][52] Question: Timberland acquisition environment - The Timberlands market is described as solid, with expectations for continued strong demand for timberland packages despite a potential decrease in overall transaction volume [54][55] Question: EWP pricing trends and catalysts for reversal - The decline in EWP pricing is attributed to a slowdown in single-family construction, with potential catalysts for recovery including increased housing activity and repair and remodel demand [64][66] Question: Impact of the "big beautiful bill" on natural climate solutions - The bill is viewed as a net positive for Weyerhaeuser, with ongoing projects expected to align with new incentives for renewable energy [74][76] Question: Current market conditions for lumber - Lumber pricing dynamics are influenced by anticipated duties and production adjustments, with expectations for pricing to stabilize and potentially increase in the fall [81][84] Question: Divestiture funding for acquisitions - The acquisition will be funded primarily through divestitures of non-core timberlands, with a focus on completing transactions within a specified timeline [98][99]

Weyerhaeuser Company (WY) Q2 2025 Earnings Call July 25, 2025 10:00 AM ET Speaker0Greetings, and welcome to the Weyerhaeuser Second Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are on a listen only mode. After the speakers' remarks, there will be a question and answer session. As a reminder, this conference is being recorded. It is now my pleasure to introduce your host, Andy Taylor, Vice President of Investor Relations.Thank you, Mr. Taylor. You may begin.Speaker1Than ...

Financial Performance - The company's total Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2025 was $336 million, compared to $328 million in Q1 2025, representing an increase of $8 million[6] - Net earnings for Q2 2025 were $87 million, with a diluted EPS of $0.12, compared to net earnings of $83 million and a diluted EPS of $0.11 in Q1 2025[8] - Adjusted Funds Available for Distribution (Adjusted FAD) for Q2 2025 was $311 million, and year-to-date Adjusted FAD was $304 million[43] Segment Performance - Real Estate, Energy & Natural Resources Adjusted EBITDA increased from $82 million in Q1 2025 to $143 million in Q2 2025, an increase of $61 million[6] - Wood Products Adjusted EBITDA decreased from $161 million in Q1 2025 to $101 million in Q2 2025, a decrease of $60 million[6] - Timberlands Adjusted EBITDA decreased from $167 million in Q1 2025 to $152 million in Q2 2025, a decrease of $15 million[6] Timberlands Key Drivers - In the West, fee harvest volumes and sales volumes were comparable between Q1 and Q2 2025, while sales realizations were comparable overall with moderately higher realizations for Japan[16] - In the South, fee harvest volumes and sales realizations were slightly higher in Q2 2025 compared to Q1 2025[16] - In the North, fee harvest volumes were significantly lower in Q2 2025 due to spring break-up conditions, while sales realizations were slightly higher[16] Real Estate, Energy & Natural Resources - Real Estate Adjusted EBITDA increased from $59 million in Q1 2025 to $113 million in Q2 2025, while Energy & Natural Resources Adjusted EBITDA increased from $23 million to $30 million[26] Wood Products Key Drivers - Lumber sales realizations decreased by 2% in Q2 2025 compared to Q1 2025[36] - Oriented Strand Board (OSB) sales realizations decreased by 12% in Q2 2025 compared to Q1 2025[36] - Engineered Wood Products (EWP) sales volumes were higher for all products, but sales realizations were lower for most products[36] Outlook - The company expects Timberlands earnings to be approximately $10 million lower in Q3 2025 compared to Q2 2025[51] - Real Estate, Energy & Natural Resources earnings are expected to be approximately $60 million lower in Q3 2025 than in Q2 2025, with Adjusted EBITDA approximately $80 million lower[51] - Wood Products earnings are expected to be comparable to Q2 2025, excluding the effect of changes in average sales realizations for lumber and oriented strand board[51]

Core Viewpoint - Weyerhaeuser Company (WY) is expected to report second-quarter 2025 results on July 24, with anticipated declines in earnings and net sales compared to the previous year [1][3][10]. Earnings Performance - In the last reported quarter, Weyerhaeuser's adjusted earnings were 11 cents per share, meeting the Zacks Consensus Estimate, while net sales exceeded expectations by 0.7% [1]. - The company has beaten consensus estimates in two of the last four quarters, with an average surprise of 50.7% [2]. Earnings Estimates - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the upcoming quarter's EPS has decreased to 12 cents from 15 cents, indicating a 42.9% decline year-over-year [3]. - The consensus for net sales is projected at $1.88 billion, reflecting a 3% year-over-year decline [3]. Segment Performance - The Wood Products segment, which contributed approximately 73% of first-quarter 2025 net sales, is expected to see a decline in earnings and adjusted EBITDA due to soft demand and increased costs [4][6]. - The Timberlands segment is projected to maintain its outlook, with expected lower earnings and adjusted EBITDA quarter-over-quarter, influenced by higher costs and unfavorable sales realizations [8]. - The Real Estate, Energy, and Natural Resources segment is anticipated to show significant growth, with adjusted EBITDA expected to increase by 61.6% sequentially due to favorable sales timing [10][11]. Financial Projections - The Wood Products segment's net sales are expected to decline 4.4% year-over-year but grow 5.6% sequentially to $1.36 billion, with adjusted EBITDA forecasted to drop 37.3% year-over-year [7][10]. - The Timberlands segment's net sales are expected to decline 2% year-over-year but increase 1.9% sequentially to $544 million [9]. - The Real Estate, Energy, and Natural Resources segment's net sales are projected to be $136.4 million, up 25.1% year-over-year and 45.1% sequentially [11]. Earnings Prediction Model - The model indicates that Weyerhaeuser is unlikely to achieve an earnings beat this quarter, with an Earnings ESP of -18.10% and a Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) [12].

Financial Targets and Performance - The company aims to make disciplined investments of $1 billion from 2022 to 2025 in Timberlands growth[11] - The company targets to grow annual EBITDA to $100 million from Natural Climate Solutions[11], with $47 million achieved in 2023[60] - The company is committed to returning 75-80% of Adjusted Funds Available for Distribution (FAD) annually to shareholders[11] - The company increased its base dividend by >5% annually from 2022-2024[14] - The company targets to grow lumber production by 5% annually[11] Timberlands Portfolio - The company holds 10.5 million acres of timberlands in the U S and licenses 14 million acres in Canada[19] - The company invested approximately $775 million including acquisitions in Washington, Carolinas, Mississippi & Alabama[14] - The company's Western Timberlands Adjusted EBITDA accounts for 56% of the total, while the South accounts for 43%[31] Wood Products - The company is the 2nd largest lumber producer in North America with 19 lumber mills (5.5 BBF)[69] - The company is expanding Engineered Wood Products (EWP) capacity with a new TimberStrand facility, expecting $100+ million of annual Adjusted EBITDA at full capacity[73] - The company's wood residuals utilization rate is 98% to create other products or generate energy[92] Sustainability and Carbon - The company's forests store 10.2 million metric tons of CO2e in 2023[121] - The company removed 38 million metric tons of CO2e in 2023[121]