AAON(AAON)2025-05-01 13:00Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total net sales increased by 22.9% year over year to $322.1 million, up from $262.1 million in Q1 2024 [16][10] - Gross profit decreased by 6.4% to $86.4 million, with gross margin at 26.8% compared to 35.2% in Q1 2024 [18][12] - Diluted earnings per share was $0.35, down 23.9% from a year ago, while adjusted earnings were $0.37, down 20% [22][18] - Cash flow used in operations was $9.2 million compared to cash flows provided by operations of $92.4 million in the same period last year [23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales of Basics branded equipment surged by 374.8%, driven by strong demand for airside and liquid cooling solutions for data centers [11][25] - Aon branded equipment sales declined by 19.1%, primarily due to weak bookings and production issues related to rooftop units [11][17] - Gross margin at the Aon Oklahoma segment decreased by 1380 basis points to 23.5%, while gross margins at the Basics and Aon Coil Products segments improved by 350 and 100 basis points, respectively [19][26] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total backlog reached a record level of $1 billion, up 83.9% year over year and 18.4% quarter over quarter [13][29] - Backlog of Aon branded equipment increased by 44.9% year over year and 23.4% quarter over quarter, indicating strong demand [29][14] - Backlog of Basics branded equipment rose by 122.7% year over year and 15.4% quarter over quarter, driven by robust bookings [33][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on three strategic pillars: leading in innovation and custom solutions, driving sustainable organic growth, and being a best-in-class operator [7][9] - The development of heat pumps and liquid cooling solutions is a key part of the company's strategy to drive market share gains [10][8] - The company aims to enhance operational efficiencies and expand production capacity, particularly in the Basics and Aon Coil Products segments [34][26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the recovery of production volumes and profitability in the second quarter, despite ongoing macroeconomic uncertainties [31][31] - The sentiment across the sales channel remains upbeat, with expectations of continued market share gains [32][31] - Management anticipates full-year sales growth in the mid to high teens, with gross margins similar to those realized in 2024 [36][36] Other Important Information - The company plans to host an Investor Day on June 10 in New York City [38] - Capital expenditures for 2025 are expected to be approximately $220 million [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: What does K to 12 public bid data indicate about industry pricing? - Management noted that the Aon price premium has contracted, allowing for increased competitiveness and market share [46] Question: What is the current market share in national accounts? - Management indicated that while current market share is low, there is significant acceleration in national account activity, particularly with the Alpha Class product line [48] Question: How did the rooftop business perform in terms of orders? - Management confirmed that pushouts from the previous quarter have rebounded, and there is a traditional strengthening of orders [60] Question: What is the outlook for the Oklahoma business? - Management stated that the guidance remains unchanged, with uncertainty primarily in Q4 due to macroeconomic factors [100] Question: How is the company positioned regarding tariffs? - Management expressed confidence in their vertical integration and reliance on US partners, which mitigates tariff impacts compared to competitors [92] Question: What is the diversification of customers within the Basics branded products? - Management emphasized ongoing efforts to diversify the customer base and reduce reliance on any single customer [95]