Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net sales for Q2 2025 were $913 million, flat at constant currency, with gasoline turbo sales growing by 4%, outperforming the industry [6][13] - Adjusted EBIT was $124 million with a margin of 13.6%, reflecting a 20 basis point decline due to unfavorable sales mix and tariff dilution [7][15] - Adjusted free cash flow was $121 million, representing a conversion rate of 62% for the first half of 2025 [7][18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gasoline turbo sales showed strong growth, while diesel and aftermarket applications experienced softness, particularly in North America [14][28] - The company recovered $14 million in tariffs during the quarter, contributing positively to financial performance [14][15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company secured over $1 billion in light vehicle program extensions, enhancing future revenue visibility [8][24] - Interest in turbochargers for range-extended electric vehicles is growing, with new wins in China and Europe [9][10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to leverage its capabilities to develop differentiated high-speed and highly efficient technologies, focusing on robust returns for shareholders [22][24] - A new R&D center in Wuhan, China, has been integrated to strengthen the company's presence in a fast-moving region [12] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management raised the 2025 outlook due to a stronger euro-dollar exchange rate, maintaining prior industry views despite tariff impacts [19][20] - The company remains alert to adapt to slowing demand if necessary, while continuing to allocate capital to deliver shareholder value [7][19] Other Important Information - The company repurchased $22 million of common stock and paid a $12 million quarterly dividend in Q2 2025 [8][18] - The Board of Directors declared a third-quarter dividend payable on September 16, 2025 [8][19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Unfavorable sales mix and business adjustments - Management explained that the unfavorable sales mix is due to strong growth in gasoline sales, which have lower margins, and softness in aftermarket applications in North America [27][28] Question: Cash position and stock buyback strategy - Management indicated that stock buybacks are not linear and emphasized their commitment to returning 75% or more of cash to shareholders over time [30][44] Question: Drivers of stronger operating performance in the second half - Management highlighted cost control and potential volume stabilization as key drivers for improved performance, while remaining conservative in guidance [33][34] Question: Tariff recovery expectations - Management confirmed expectations to fully recover tariff costs this year, having already achieved significant recovery [35][36] Question: Growth potential of large turbos for backup power - Management sees substantial growth potential in the large turbo market, estimating it could reach hundreds of millions in revenue within the next three to five years [40][42] Question: Non-linear stock repurchase strategy - Management reiterated that stock repurchase is not linear and emphasized their commitment to the capital allocation framework [44][45]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net sales for Q2 2025 were $913 million, flat at constant currency, indicating outperformance in light vehicle turbo sales for both gasoline and diesel applications [6][14] - Adjusted EBIT was $124 million with an adjusted EBIT margin of 13.6%, reflecting a 20 basis point decline due to unfavorable sales mix and tariff impacts [7][16] - Adjusted free cash flow for the quarter was $121 million, resulting in a conversion rate of 62% for the first half of 2025 [7][18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gasoline turbo sales grew by 4% in the quarter, outperforming the industry, while diesel sales experienced softness due to lower production in Europe and reduced aftermarket demand in North America [6][15] - The company recovered $14 million in tariffs during the quarter, contributing positively to financial performance [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company secured over $1 billion in light vehicle program extensions, enhancing future revenue visibility [10] - There is growing interest in turbocharger development for range-extended electric vehicles, with new wins in China and Europe [10][12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to leverage its capabilities to develop differentiated high-speed and efficient technologies, focusing on robust returns for shareholders [23][25] - A new R&D center has been integrated in Wuhan, China, to strengthen the company's presence in a rapidly evolving market [13] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management raised the 2025 outlook to reflect a stronger euro-dollar exchange rate, maintaining prior industry views while accounting for tariff impacts [20][21] - The company anticipates continued gasoline strength and incremental operating performance to offset unfavorable product mix, with expectations of full tariff recovery [21][37] Other Important Information - The company repurchased $22 million of common stock and paid a $12 million quarterly dividend, with a commitment to return at least 75% of adjusted free cash flow to shareholders [8][19] - The company has reduced total outstanding shares by 39% since Q1 2023 through its share repurchase program [19][24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Could you discuss the unfavorable sales mix and adjustments being made? - The unfavorable sales mix is driven by strong growth in gasoline sales, which have lower margins, and softness in aftermarket and off-highway segments primarily in North America [29][30] Question: Why didn't the company buy back more stock despite having more cash? - The buyback strategy is not linear, and the company remains committed to returning 75% or more of cash to shareholders over time [32][32] Question: What are the drivers of stronger operating performance in the second half? - Continued cost control and potential stabilization of volumes are expected to drive performance, with a conservative outlook due to tariff impacts [35][36] Question: Will the company fully recover tariff costs this year? - The company expects to fully recover tariff costs, having achieved this since the beginning [37][38] Question: How substantial could the large turbo business for backup power become? - The large turbo business is expected to grow significantly, potentially reaching hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue within the next three to five years [44] Question: Why was stock repurchase not more aggressive this quarter? - The stock repurchase strategy is non-linear, and the company has dry powder for potential block trades, while remaining committed to its capital allocation framework [47]