Core Viewpoint - Stoneridge, Inc. has completed the sale of its Control Devices segment to Center Rock Capital Partners for a base purchase price of $59 million, aiming to strengthen its balance sheet and focus on core growth platforms in Electronics and Brazil [1][2][3]. Financial Impact - The net cash proceeds from the sale will be used to repay debt and enhance the company's financial position [2]. - The transaction is expected to allow Stoneridge to amend its existing credit facility, facilitating a more appropriate capital structure post-transaction [4]. Strategic Focus - The sale is part of Stoneridge's long-term strategy to concentrate on technology solutions for global commercial vehicles and off-highway markets, specifically in Vision and Safety, Connectivity, and Vehicle Intelligence and Electronic Controls [3][4]. - The company anticipates continued growth in its Vision and Safety systems, including products like MirrorEye®, and plans to introduce new technologies to enhance vehicle safety and efficiency [4]. Growth Opportunities - Stoneridge is experiencing record business wins in its core growth platforms, particularly in Electronics and Stoneridge Brazil, which is becoming a critical engineering center for the company [3][4]. - The company aims to leverage its global relationships and technology to drive growth that outpaces its end markets, thereby creating shareholder value [4]. Future Plans - Stoneridge will host a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter and full-year 2025 results, providing further insights into its strategic direction and financial performance [5][6].

Core Insights - Stoneridge, Inc. reported first quarter sales of $217.9 million, maintaining its full-year 2025 guidance [1][15] - The company achieved significant margin improvements, with adjusted gross margin increasing by 210 basis points compared to the previous quarter [4][16] - Record quarterly sales were noted for both MirrorEye and SMART 2 tachograph, with a 24% increase in MirrorEye sales [4][16] Financial Performance - First quarter gross profit was $46.3 million, representing 21.2% of sales, while adjusted gross profit was $47.7 million, or 21.9% of sales [2][5] - The operating loss for the quarter was $(3.2) million, with an adjusted operating loss of $(0.4) million [2][5] - Net loss for the quarter was $(7.2) million, with an adjusted net loss of $(5.1) million [2][5] Segment Performance - Electronics segment sales decreased by 6.0% from the previous quarter, totaling $140.5 million, primarily due to lower production volumes in the commercial vehicle market [5][9] - Control Devices segment sales increased by 10.6% to $69.9 million, driven by higher production volumes for North American passenger vehicle customers [7][10] - Stoneridge Brazil reported a 15.9% increase in sales to $14.4 million, attributed to higher OEM sales [8][11] Cash Flow and Debt - As of March 31, 2025, the company had cash and cash equivalents of $79.1 million and total debt of $203.2 million [12][30] - The company generated $10.9 million in net cash from operating activities and $4.9 million in free cash flow, both showing increases from the previous year [12][30] Guidance and Outlook - Stoneridge is maintaining its full-year 2025 guidance, expecting sales between $860 million and $890 million, with adjusted EBITDA guidance of $38 million to $42 million [15][16] - The company anticipates continued progress on material cost improvements and quality-related costs for the remainder of the year [16][17]