SOURCE Marine Products Corporation For information about Marine Products Corporation or this event, please contact: Michael L. Schmit Chief Financial Officer (404) 321-7910 [email protected] Joshua Large Vice President, Corporate Finance and Investor Relations (404) 321-2152 [email protected] ATLANTA, July 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Marine Products Corporation (NYSE: MPX) announced today that it will release its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 on Thursday, July 24, 2025 before the ...

Core Insights - ECD Automotive Design is enhancing the classic Defender experience through interior upgrades in partnership with German seat manufacturer Scheel-Mann, focusing on comfort, space, and luxury [3][9]. Group 1: Key Enhancements - The introduction of bespoke Scheel-Mann seating, including the Traveller F series front seat known for its long-haul comfort and orthopedic-grade ergonomics, is now available on ECD builds [5]. - The Scheel-Mann LRD Edition features lift-up seat cushions for easy access to the factory battery and toolboxes, improving roadside service efficiency [6]. - Redesigned center consoles now include integrated cup holders, wireless chargers, and lockable compartments, enhancing functionality and comfort [7]. Group 2: Cabin Optimization - Modifications to the floorplan allow front seats to shift significantly rearward, improving comfort for both drivers and passengers while maintaining rear capacity [8]. - The re-engineered rear tub layout enhances middle-row accessibility and overall cabin flow, addressing long-standing comfort issues [8]. Group 3: Company Overview - ECD Automotive Design, trading under NASDAQ: ECDA, specializes in restoring luxury vehicles, combining classic aesthetics with modern performance [10]. - Each vehicle is bespoke, designed by clients through a luxury design experience, and hand-built over 2,200 hours by master-certified craftsmen [10]. - The company was founded in 2013 and operates from a 100,000-square-foot facility in Kissimmee, Florida, employing 105 skilled workers [10].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is focusing on cost and quality as top priorities, which are essential for strategic positioning and success in the upcoming years [7][12] - The margins in the Pro business are targeted to be in the mid-teens, with software and services growing at a rate of 20% [14][16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ford Pro has a 40% market share in North America, and the software services associated with it have margins exceeding 50% [12][14] - The company has over 675,000 paid subscriptions for software services, indicating a growing revenue stream [14][54] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is adjusting its investment priorities based on market changes and consumer feedback, focusing on areas with the highest return potential [23][24] - The competitive landscape is evolving, with the company recognizing the need to compete against fast-developing Chinese manufacturers [43][44] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is committed to electrification but is adjusting its approach to focus on smaller, more affordable EVs to attract a broader customer base [19][33] - Partnerships and alliances are seen as a way to enhance capital efficiency and speed to market, rather than pure consolidation [81][82] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges the flattening of the EV adoption curve and is adjusting investment levels accordingly, while still maintaining a commitment to EV development [31][32] - The company aims to achieve best-in-class cost and quality, with a focus on higher growth and margins in the next three to five years [105] Other Important Information - The company is leveraging its competitive advantage as a domestic manufacturer, employing more workers and building more vehicles in the U.S. [26][27] - The company is exploring opportunities to minimize tariff impacts by onshoring parts and ensuring compliance with USMCA [28][29] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the key elements of the original Ford Plus plan that remain in place? - The focus on cost and quality remains unchanged, while the approach to segmentation has been adjusted based on market conditions [11] Question: How does the company view the current tariff environment? - The company sees opportunities to leverage its U.S. footprint to mitigate tariff impacts and is actively working on strategies to reduce exposure [26][27] Question: How has the company adjusted its investment priorities? - The company is now taking a top-down approach to capital allocation, focusing on areas with the best return potential [23][24] Question: What is the outlook for electrification? - The company believes electrification is inevitable but acknowledges that the pace of adoption may take longer than initially expected [31][34] Question: How does the company plan to compete with Chinese manufacturers? - The company recognizes the competitive threat from Chinese manufacturers and is focusing on speed of development and cost structure to maintain competitiveness [43][44] Question: What does success look like for Ford in three to five years? - Success is defined as achieving best-in-class cost and quality, with significant growth in software services and a more durable business model [105]

Industry Overview - The Zacks Computer – Integrated Systems industry is recovering from supply chain bottlenecks, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and delays in customer acceptance of new products, leading to significant order backlogs [1] - Companies in this industry are investing in data modernization, cybersecurity, remote work enablement, and supply chain modernization to accelerate digital transformation for enterprise customers [2] Industry Trends - There is a surge in demand for integrated solutions driven by investments in IoT, big data analytics, AI, and blockchain, with opportunities in business analytics, cloud computing, and security solutions [4] - The multi-cloud model is being robustly adopted by enterprises for better scalability and resource optimization, expanding the scope for industry participants [6][7] - Emerging economies are expected to play a crucial role in driving future growth as developed markets slow down [7] Challenges - Industry participants face challenges from supply constraints, softening demand for servers, and delays in customer acceptance, contributing to consistent backlog levels [8] - The ongoing semiconductor chip shortage is significantly impacting the industry, complicating the transition to cloud computing and affecting spending across datacenter systems [9] Market Performance - The Zacks Computer – Integrated Systems industry has underperformed the broader Computer and Technology sector and the S&P 500, declining 3.7% over the past year compared to the S&P 500's 20.7% return [14] - The industry is currently trading at a trailing 12-month P/S ratio of 3.69X, below the S&P 500's 5.51X and the sector's 6.85X [17] Company Highlights - **International Business Machines (IBM)**: Experiencing robust revenue growth in its software division, driven by hybrid cloud adoption and strategic acquisitions enhancing its market position [20][21] - **Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)**: Strengthening its competitive position through strategic product development and partnerships, particularly in the enterprise data center space [25][27] - **Micron Technology**: Positioned at the forefront of semiconductor evolution, focusing on high-growth segments like AI and data centers, with a strategic shift towards stable sectors [30][31] - **IonQ**: Leading in quantum computing with a global expansion strategy and significant partnerships, achieving technological milestones that validate its leadership [37][38]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ford reported a record revenue of $185 billion for the previous year, marking a 5% increase and the fourth consecutive year of top-line growth [35] - In the first quarter of the current year, revenue was $41 billion, which was down year-over-year due to planned factory downtime [36] - The adjusted free cash flow for last year was $6.7 billion, reflecting a 65% conversion rate [37] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ford Pro's full-year revenue for 2024 increased by 15% to $67 billion, with an EBIT of $9 billion and a margin of 13.5% [34] - Sales of off-road performance vehicles grew by 20% in the first quarter in the US [28] - The company has almost 1 million paid subscriptions for its digital software services [32] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ford was the number two electric vehicle brand in the US in 2024 [25] - International operations were collectively profitable in the last quarter, with China contributing $900 million in EBIT [36] - The hybrid sales now account for 10% to 15% of Ford's global sales every month [92] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The Ford Plus strategy aims to transform the company into a higher growth, higher margin, and more capital-efficient business [26] - The company is committed to maintaining its production in the US and has ongoing manufacturing investments in Tennessee, Ohio, and Kentucky [66] - Ford is focused on providing customers with a wide choice of powertrains, including gas, hybrid, and electric vehicles [22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in navigating economic uncertainties and emphasized the importance of policy certainty for US automakers [22] - The company is committed to improving quality, with 70% of annual bonuses linked to quality metrics [76] - Management highlighted the need for a clear plan to address supply chain emissions in line with net zero goals [16] Other Important Information - Ford's commitment to community support was highlighted, including efforts during crises such as water main breaks in Detroit [74] - The company has extended its Ford Power Promise to facilitate home charging for customers [39] - Ford's dividend payout over the last three years exceeded $10 billion [38] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of global economic uncertainty and tariffs - Management clarified that Ford has never left the US manufacturing base and highlighted the company's commitment to American production [62] - Tariff impacts were noted as $2.5 billion in negative headwinds, but Ford is better positioned than competitors [65] Question: Stock performance and share buybacks - Management expressed confidence in the company's future value and stated there are no plans for stock buybacks, focusing instead on long-term growth [70][72] Question: Quality improvements and recalls - Management reported a significant reduction in recalls from 8.8 million in 2022 to 4.8 million last year, with ongoing efforts to improve warranty costs [77][78] Question: Future vehicle production plans - Management indicated that while there is nostalgia for past models, the focus will be on future products that meet market demands [81][84] Question: Ford Pro's profitability and potential spin-off - Management confirmed that Ford Pro will remain integrated within the company due to its competitive advantages and growth potential [85][90] Question: EV strategy and competition from low-cost manufacturers - Management emphasized Ford's commitment to a diverse powertrain strategy, including hybrids and affordable EVs, to compete effectively in the market [91][94]

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