Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, the company reported revenue of $600 million, a 32% increase from $455 million in Q4 2024, while adjusted EBITDA rose 83% to $130 million from $71 million in the previous quarter [7][31][20] - The adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 22% compared to 16% in Q4 2024 [31] - Free cash flow was a net use of cash of approximately $14 million, a decline of about $68 million from the previous quarter, primarily due to investments in working capital [32] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Stimulation Services segment generated revenues of $525 million in Q1, up from $384 million in Q4, with adjusted EBITDA increasing to $105 million from $54 million [33] - The Proppant Production segment saw revenues rise to $67 million from $47 million, driven by a 53% increase in sales volumes, although EBITDA margins decreased to 27% from 31% due to ramp-up costs [34] - The Manufacturing segment's revenues increased by 6% sequentially to $66 million, with adjusted EBITDA improving to approximately $4 million [35] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted a significant improvement in active fleet count, particularly in the Eagle Ford and Permian regions, with six fleets returning to service early in Q1 [23] - The natural gas market showed resilience, with expectations for increased activity in the second half of 2025, particularly in the Haynesville region [19][28] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on proactive customer engagement and maintaining long-term relationships with key operators, emphasizing the importance of efficient and scalable offerings [13] - A strategic transaction with Flotek was completed, enhancing the company's capabilities in gas quality assurance and asset integrity, which is expected to drive future growth [12][28] - The company is implementing strategic adjustments to its capital allocation plan to maximize cash flow generation while ensuring high-quality service [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted economic uncertainties due to tariffs and OPEC's increased oil production, which have impacted commodity prices and spending outlooks [16][18] - There is an expectation of a decline in activity levels in Q2 relative to Q1, but operators are maintaining flexibility to resume operations when market conditions improve [19][20] - The company remains optimistic about the natural gas market and its position in the Haynesville, anticipating potential upside in the latter half of the year [19][21] Other Important Information - The company has identified potential CapEx reductions of $70 million to $100 million to align with evolving market conditions [30] - Total liquidity at the end of Q1 was approximately $76 million, with $66 million available under the ABL credit facility [36] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more specific guidance on the second quarter outlook? - Management acknowledged a pullback in Q2 but noted uncertainty regarding the extent, emphasizing customer-specific evaluations [41][42] Question: What is the capacity of the electric frac assets deployed? - Most electric fleets are on long-term contracts and remain fully utilized, with seven fleets in total [44][46] Question: Can you comment on the performance of specific fleets and what has changed recently? - Management noted record-breaking pump times across the fleet, attributing success to operations and asset management programs [53][54] Question: How do you expect Q4 seasonality to impact performance this year? - Management anticipates a muted seasonal slowdown in Q4 compared to previous years, with strong gas market fundamentals [58][60] Question: What are the pricing dynamics in the Haynesville versus West Texas? - The company sees significant opportunities in the Haynesville, with a focus on balancing volumes and pricing, while navigating challenges in West Texas [68][70]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, ProFrac reported revenue of $600 million, a 32% increase from $455 million in Q4 2024, while adjusted EBITDA rose 83% to $130 million from $71 million in the previous quarter [5][29][30] - The adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 22% in Q1 from 16% in Q4 [30] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Stimulation Services segment generated $525 million in revenue in Q1, up from $384 million in Q4, with adjusted EBITDA increasing to $105 million from $54 million [30] - The Proppant Production segment saw revenues rise to $67 million in Q1 from $47 million in Q4, driven by a 53% increase in sales volumes [31] - The Manufacturing segment's revenue increased by 6% sequentially to $66 million, with adjusted EBITDA improving to approximately $4 million [33] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced a significant improvement in active fleet count, with six fleets returning to service early in Q1, particularly in the Eagle Ford and Permian regions [21] - Demand for next-gen natural gas burning equipment remained resilient compared to diesel assets [21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - ProFrac is focused on leveraging its in-house R&D, manufacturing, and maintenance capabilities to enhance operational efficiency and customer service [5][19] - The company completed a strategic transaction with Flotek, enhancing its gas quality assurance and asset integrity solutions, which is expected to drive future growth [10][19] - ProFrac is optimistic about the potential in the Haynesville region, particularly for natural gas-directed activity [17][26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that economic uncertainty from tariffs and OPEC's production increase has impacted commodity prices and spending outlook [14][15] - Operators are expected to reduce activity in Q2 relative to Q1, but some maintain flexibility to resume operations quickly when conditions improve [15][16] - The natural gas market is showing resilience, with potential for increased activity in the second half of 2025 [17][19] Other Important Information - The company identified potential CapEx reductions of $70 million to $100 million to align with evolving market conditions [28] - Total cash and cash equivalents as of March 31, 2025, were approximately $16 million, with total liquidity at about $76 million [34] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more specific guidance on the second quarter outlook? - Management acknowledged a pullback in Q2 but noted uncertainty on the degree, emphasizing customer-specific evaluations [39][41] Question: What is the capacity of your electric frac assets? - Most electric fleets are on long-term contracts and remain fully utilized, with seven electric frac fleets deployed [43][45] Question: Can you comment on the performance of specific fleets? - Record-breaking pump times were noted across the fleet, attributed to operational excellence and asset management [51][53] Question: How do you expect Q4 seasonality to impact performance? - Management expects a muted seasonal slowdown in Q4 compared to previous years, with strong gas market fundamentals [57][59] Question: What are the pricing dynamics in the Haynesville versus West Texas? - The Haynesville market is expected to provide significant opportunities, with a focus on balancing volumes and pricing [67][68]