Core Points - Star Bulk Carriers Corp. will release its second quarter results for the period ended June 30, 2025, after market close on August 6, 2025 [1] - A conference call to discuss the financial results will be held on August 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time [1] Conference Call Details - Participants should dial in 10 minutes before the scheduled time using the numbers (+1) 416 764 8646 or (+1) 888 396 8049, quoting "Star Bulk Carriers" and conference ID 13754842 [2] - A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's website [3] Company Overview - Star Bulk is a global shipping company specializing in seaborne transportation solutions in the dry bulk sector, transporting major and minor bulk commodities [4] - The company operates a fleet of 146 vessels with an aggregate capacity of 14.4 million deadweight tons (dwt), including various types of bulk carriers [4]

Investor Presentation William Blair 45th Annual Growth Stock Conference We build and service the infrastructure that enables our economy to run, our people to move and our country to grow. DISCLOSURE: Forward-Looking Statements This presentation contains, and the officers and directors of the Company may from time to time make, statements that are considered forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements a ...

Key Takeaways GLDD, TILE, CPRX and STRL all demonstrate solid net profit margins, reflecting operational strength. All have revised 2025 EPS estimates upward recently, highlighting confidence in their outlooks. All picks hold high Zacks Ranks and strong VGM Scores, supporting their upside potential.Investors focus on businesses that consistently generate profits. The net profit margin is key to assessing profitability. A higher net margin indicates a company's efficiency in converting sales into actual pr ...

ATHENS, Greece, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (the "Company" or "Star Bulk") (Nasdaq: SBLK), today announced that the Company has bought back 1,985,169 of its shares since March 31st, 2025 for a total of $32.22 million at an average purchase price per share of $16.21. As of today, following the cancellation of the repurchased shares the total number of issued and outstanding SBLK shares is 115,603,652. About Star BulkStar Bulk is a global shipping company providing worldwide sea ...

THE WOODLANDS, Texas, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (NasdaqGS: STRL) ("Sterling" or "the Company") today announced the appointment of Nicholas (Nick) Grindstaff to the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective July 10, 2025. Grindstaff is succeeding Ron Ballschmiede, who served as Sterling's Executive Vice President, CFO and CAO from November 2015 through May 2024, and as Interim CFO from March 2025.Grindstaff brings over 30 years of finance and leadership experience to ...

Summary of Sterling Infrastructure (STRL) FY Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Sterling Infrastructure (STRL) - **Market Cap**: Approximately $6 billion - **Revenue**: About $2 billion - **EBITDA Margin**: Over 15% - **Annual Cash Flow**: Over $300 million [5][29][39] Key Points and Arguments Business Strategy - **Three Fundamental Elements**: 1. **Solidify the Base**: Focus on driving up margins, improving productivity, and reducing contract execution risks [5][6]. 2. **Focus on High Margin Products**: Prioritize high-margin services and expand customer base [6][8]. 3. **Market Expansion**: Introduce high-margin goods and services to adjacent markets [6][8]. - **Transformation Journey**: The company underwent a turnaround starting in 2015, achieving an 18% compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) in revenue and a 38% CAGR in profitability [8][9]. - **Backlog**: The company has a record backlog of over $2 billion, with an additional $750 million in future phase work, indicating strong future revenue potential [9][10]. Business Segments 1. **E Infrastructure Solutions**: - Accounts for approximately 45% of total revenue. - Focuses on site development for mission-critical projects like data centers and large manufacturing facilities. - Achieved a compounded growth rate of 23% and an operating income margin of 28% [10][11]. 2. **Transportation Solutions**: - Represents about 30-35% of revenue. - Transitioned from low-bid heavy highway work to higher-margin aviation and rail projects, resulting in a 43% increase in margins [21][26]. 3. **Building Solutions**: - The smallest segment, primarily serving residential builders. - Currently facing challenges due to a downturn in the housing market but is positioned in growth markets like Dallas and Houston [27][29]. Financial Performance - **First Quarter Results**: Adjusted EBITDA over $80 million and cash flow from operations around $85 million, with expectations to maintain cash flow between $300 million to $400 million for the year [39][40]. - **Acquisitions**: Acquired approximately $30 million worth of small businesses, focusing on strategic growth in e infrastructure and building solutions [36][37]. - **Debt Position**: The company has net negative debt, with $664 million in cash and $300 million in debt [39][40]. Market Outlook - **Positive Growth Expectations**: The company is bullish on infrastructure spending, technology investments, and onshoring trends over the next five years [48][49]. - **Focus on Margins**: Emphasis on maintaining high margins and cash flow, with a culture of continuous improvement and adaptation to market changes [50][51]. Additional Insights - **Operational Efficiency**: Utilizes advanced technology, including drones for project management, to enhance productivity and ensure timely project delivery [19][20]. - **Customer-Centric Approach**: Engages with customers to understand their needs and adapt services accordingly, which has led to successful expansions in service offerings [30][33]. Conclusion Sterling Infrastructure is positioned for continued growth with a strong focus on high-margin projects, operational efficiency, and strategic acquisitions. The company’s robust backlog and positive market outlook suggest a promising future in the infrastructure sector.

ZIM Integrated Shipping (ZIM) and Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK) are two well-known names in the Zacks Transportation - Shipping industry. While ZIM is based in Israel, SBLK is headquartered in Greece. ZIM is a leading container liner shipping company with a presence in more than 100 countries. The company serves approximately 33,000 customers in more than 330 ports worldwide. Star Bulk provides seaborne transportation solutions globally in the dry bulk sector. Given this backdrop, let’s take a closer look at wh ...

ATHENS, Greece, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (the "Company" or "Star Bulk") (Nasdaq: SBLK), today announced that the Company’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders was duly held today in Cyprus pursuant to a Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders dated March 25, 2025 (“Notice”). At the meeting, each of the following proposals, which are set forth in more detail in the Notice and the Company’s Proxy Statement were approved and adopted:1. The re-election of Messrs. Petros Pappas, Arne ...

Core Insights - Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (STRL) reported strong first-quarter 2025 earnings with adjusted EPS of $1.63, reflecting a 29% year-over-year growth and beating consensus estimates [1] - Adjusted EBITDA increased by 31% to $80 million, driven by improved margins and disciplined project execution [1] - Revenue reached $430.9 million, growing 7% on a pro forma basis despite a reported year-over-year decline due to a joint venture accounting change [1] - The gross margin expanded by 450 basis points to 22%, indicating operational efficiencies and a favorable project mix [1] - The company reported strong operating cash flow of $85 million and continued capital deployment, including a $25 million acquisition of Drake Concrete [1] Financial Performance - STRL's stock gained 7.3% post-earnings release, outperforming the Zacks Engineering - R and D Services industry (up 1.8%) and the broader Zacks Construction sector (up 0.4%) [2] - The stock is currently trading at a 13.7% discount to its 52-week high of $206.07 and a premium of 90.1% to its 52-week low of $93.50 [2] - STRL is trading above its 200-day and 50-day simple moving averages, indicating positive momentum [3] Growth Drivers - The E-Infrastructure Solutions segment was the primary growth driver, recording 18% revenue growth and a 61% increase in operating income in Q1 [6] - The data center market surged approximately 60% year-over-year, now constituting over 65% of the E-Infrastructure backlog, driven by AI-related computing demand [6] - The company's focus on mission-critical, large-scale projects has provided a competitive edge, with a 618 basis point margin expansion in the E-Infrastructure segment [7] Backlog and Future Opportunities - The total backlog at the end of Q1 2025 reached a record $2.13 billion, up 26% from the end of 2024, with E-Infrastructure accounting for $1.22 billion [8] - Sterling reported $750 million in future phase opportunities, indicating strong continuity of project work [8] - In Transportation Solutions, backlog increased to $861 million, up 11% on a pro forma basis, suggesting ongoing strength in infrastructure spending [9] Strategic Initiatives - The company is optimizing its project mix by reducing exposure to low-bid, heavy highway work and reallocating resources to high-value projects [10] - In E-Infrastructure, Sterling employs a phase-by-phase pricing model to maintain profitability during volatile commodity cycles [11] - The acquisition of Drake Concrete is expected to contribute $55 million in revenues and $6.5 million in EBITDA in 2025, diversifying customer concentration [13] Market Position and Valuation - STRL has consistently surpassed profit estimates, with an average earnings surprise of 11.5% [15] - The company is currently trading at a premium relative to its industry and historical metrics, with a forward 12-month P/E ratio above its five-year average [16] - STRL's P/E ratio is higher than Dycom but lower than Construction Partners and Comfort Systems USA [17] Investment Outlook - Sterling presents a compelling buy opportunity backed by strong fundamentals, consistent execution, and robust sector tailwinds [20] - The company’s E-Infrastructure segment is the core growth engine, with a record backlog providing long-term revenue clarity [21] - With a 6.6% stock gain post-earnings and upward estimate revisions for 2025 EPS growth of 38.5%, STRL stands out as a strong growth candidate in the mid-cap infrastructure space [22]

Core Viewpoint - Hub Group reported a revenue of $915.22 million for the quarter ended March 2025, reflecting an 8.4% year-over-year decline and a surprise of -5.27% compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $966.14 million [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter was $0.44, unchanged from the previous year, with an EPS surprise of +4.76% against the consensus estimate of $0.42 [1] - The company’s shares have returned -10.4% over the past month, contrasting with the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +11.3% change, indicating potential underperformance in the near term [3] Group 2: Revenue Breakdown - Operating Revenue from Intermodal and Transportation Solutions was $530.02 million, below the average estimate of $561.23 million, representing a year-over-year decline of 4% [4] - Operating Revenue from Inter-segment eliminations was -$25.81 million, better than the estimated -$28.63 million, but still reflecting a significant year-over-year change of -21.2% [4] - Operating Revenue from Logistics was $411 million, also below the average estimate of $446.60 million, marking a year-over-year decline of 14.4% [4]