Core Viewpoint - Metallus has announced the promotion of Kristopher R. Westbrooks to president and chief operating officer, and the appointment of John M. Zaranec III as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective June 16, 2025, indicating a strategic move to enhance leadership and operational excellence within the company [1][2][6]. Group 1: Leadership Changes - Kristopher R. Westbrooks will oversee safety, manufacturing operations, and supply chain organizations, focusing on cross-functional collaboration and alignment with strategic initiatives [2][4]. - John M. Zaranec III brings over 20 years of financial experience in the manufacturing sector, previously serving as division chief financial officer at Materion Corporation [5][6]. Group 2: Executive Backgrounds - Westbrooks has been with Metallus since September 2018 as chief financial officer and has played a crucial role in the company's transformation [3][4]. - Zaranec has held various leadership roles at Materion, including chief accounting officer and corporate controller, and has experience in public accounting [5]. Group 3: Company Overview - Metallus manufactures high-performance specialty metals from recycled scrap metal, serving industries such as automotive, aerospace, and energy [7]. - The company reported sales of $1.1 billion in 2024 and employs approximately 1,880 people [7].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, net sales totaled $280.5 million, a sequential increase of $40 million or 17% [17] - Net income for the quarter was $1.3 million or $0.03 per diluted share, while adjusted net income was $3.2 million or $0.07 per diluted share [18] - Adjusted EBITDA reached $17.7 million, a sequential increase of $9.4 million [18] - Manufacturing costs declined by $12.5 million sequentially due to increased cost absorption and lower maintenance costs [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Overall shipments increased by 17% compared to the previous quarter, driven by higher industrial, automotive, and energy shipments [10] - Shipments to industrial customers rose by 33% sequentially, while energy shipments improved by 24% [11][12] - Automotive shipments increased by 9% sequentially, primarily due to seasonality [13] - Aerospace and defense shipments decreased due to production startup challenges but are expected to recover in the second quarter [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The order backlog increased approximately 50% from the same period last year, reflecting growing demand for U.S.-produced steel [7] - Lead times for SBQ bars and seamless mechanical tubing products currently extend to ten weeks [11] - The energy market is seeing increased demand as customers shift from imports to domestic sourcing [35] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to invest approximately $5 million in safety management systems and equipment upgrades in 2025 [8] - Capital allocation strategy prioritizes strategic investments for long-term growth and ongoing share repurchase programs [15] - The company remains focused on executing its business strategy while prioritizing safety and customer service [16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed cautious optimism despite macroeconomic uncertainties, citing a strong U.S.-based business model [16] - The company anticipates second-quarter adjusted EBITDA to be higher than in the first quarter, with modest increases in shipments expected [26] - Management is confident in meeting the 2025 revenue goal of approximately $30 million from vacuum arc remelt products [15] Other Important Information - The company made $52.6 million in required pension contributions in Q1 2025, with expectations of reduced future contributions [20] - Cash flow for the first quarter was an outflow of $38.9 million, primarily due to pension contributions [21] - The company repurchased 395,000 shares for $5.6 million in Q1 and had $96 million remaining under its share repurchase authorization as of April [25] Q&A Session Summary Question: How much of the volume boost in Q1 2025 is due to pull forward demand related to tariffs? - Management indicated that very little of the shipment increase was due to tariff hedging, as most orders were placed in Q4 2024, and the tariffs did not take effect until April [34] Question: What is the outlook for the energy market and customer demand? - Management expects continued demand growth in the energy sector as customers seek domestic sourcing, despite some inventory overhang from imports [35] Question: Can you provide details on the aerospace and defense customer manufacturing startup challenges? - Management noted that a new facility faced commissioning difficulties but expects to see orders from this facility later in the year as progress is made [41]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the first quarter, net sales totaled $280.5 million, a sequential increase of $40 million or 17% [16] - Net income for the first quarter was $1.3 million or $0.03 per diluted share, while adjusted net income was $3.2 million or $0.07 per diluted share [18] - Adjusted EBITDA was $17.7 million, a sequential increase of $9.4 million, driven by higher shipments and lower manufacturing costs [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Overall shipments increased by 17% compared to the previous quarter, with significant increases in industrial (33%) and energy (24%) shipments, while aerospace and defense shipments decreased due to production startup challenges [9][10][12] - Automotive shipments improved by 9% sequentially, primarily driven by seasonality [12] - The order backlog increased approximately 50% from the same period a year ago, reflecting strong demand for U.S. produced steel [6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Shipments to industrial customers increased significantly, driven by distributors replenishing their inventory [10] - Energy shipments improved despite a flat rig count, indicating market share gains in specific product categories [11] - Aerospace and defense shipments are expected to recover in the second quarter as the industry addresses supply chain challenges [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on capitalizing on the growing demand for domestic steel and has a strong balance sheet to support its strategy [4][6] - Investments in safety management systems and equipment upgrades are planned for 2025, with a budget of approximately $5 million [7] - The capital allocation strategy prioritizes strategic investments for long-term growth and includes an ongoing share repurchase program [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed cautious optimism regarding the trade environment and macroeconomic landscape, emphasizing the company's U.S.-based business model [15] - The company anticipates second quarter adjusted EBITDA to be higher than the first quarter, with expected increases in shipments and operational performance [27][28] - Management remains committed to delivering quality products while driving profitability [29] Other Important Information - The company made $52.6 million in required pension contributions in the first quarter, with expectations of a significant reduction in future contributions [20] - Cash flow for the first quarter was an outflow of $38.9 million, primarily due to pension contributions [21] - The company received $11.9 million in government funding as part of a $99.75 million agreement to support munitions production [23][24] Q&A Session Summary Question: How much of the volume boost in Q1 is due to pull forward demand related to tariffs? - Management indicated that very little of the shipment increase was related to hedging against tariffs, as most orders were placed in Q4, and the tariffs took effect in April [34][35] Question: What is the outlook for the energy market and customer demand? - Management expects continued demand increase in the energy sector as customers seek domestic sourcing, despite some inventory overhang from foreign imports [36][37] Question: Can you provide details on customer manufacturing startup challenges in aerospace and defense? - Management noted that a new facility faced commissioning difficulties but expects progress and increased orders later in the year, along with new inquiries for munitions grades [41][42]

CANTON, Ohio, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Metallus (NYSE: MTUS), a leader in high-quality specialty metals, manufactured components, and supply chain solutions, released its first-quarter 2025 results on Thursday, May 8, on the New York Stock Exchange. The company will provide live Internet listening access to its conference call with the financial community scheduled for Friday, May 9, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. ET. The live conference call will be broadcast at investors.metallus.com. A replay of the conference ca ...

Metallus (MTUS) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.07 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.11 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.56 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -36.36%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this maker of steel large bars and seamless mechanical tubing would post earnings of $0.01 per share when it actually produced a loss of $0.08, delivering a surprise of -900%.O ...

Financial Performance - The company reported first-quarter 2025 net sales of $280.5 million, a 17% increase from $240.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, but a 13% decrease from $321.6 million in the first quarter of 2024 [1][2][3][14] - Net income for the first quarter of 2025 was $1.3 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $21.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 and a net income of $24.0 million in the first quarter of 2024 [1][2][3][22] - Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter of 2025 was $17.7 million, compared to $8.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 and $43.4 million in the first quarter of 2024 [1][2][3][22] Operational Insights - The company experienced a 50% increase in order backlog compared to the same period last year, driven by a solid order book and market share gains [4] - Ship tons increased to 152,900 in the first quarter of 2025, a 17% sequential increase, primarily due to higher industrial, automotive, and energy shipments [14] - Manufacturing costs decreased by $12.5 million sequentially due to increased cost absorption from higher production volume [14] Cash Flow and Liquidity - As of March 31, 2025, the company had cash and cash equivalents of $180.3 million and total liquidity of $432.0 million [7][58] - Operating cash flow was an outflow of $38.9 million, primarily due to required pension contributions totaling $52.6 million [7][8] - Capital expenditures for the first quarter were $27.5 million, including $13.9 million for government-funded projects [7][9] Market and Strategic Outlook - The company anticipates second-quarter 2025 adjusted EBITDA to be higher than in the first quarter of 2025, supported by an increasing order book and improved operational performance [11][19] - Planned capital expenditures for the full year of 2025 are approximately $125 million, including about $90 million funded by the U.S. government [19] - The company is focused on strategic investments to drive profitable growth and maintain a share repurchase program [5]

Allegheny Technologies (ATI) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.72 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.58 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.48 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 24.14%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this maker of steel and specialty metals would post earnings of $0.60 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.79, delivering a surprise of 31.67%.Over th ...