Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ampco Pittsburgh Corporation reported earnings per common share of $0.06 for Q1 2025, an improvement of $0.20 compared to the prior year quarter [4] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $8,800,000, up from $5,100,000 in Q1 2024, indicating significant EBITDA improvements across both segments [4] - Consolidated net sales for Q1 2025 were $104,300,000, a decline of approximately 5% compared to Q1 2024, but a 3% increase sequentially versus Q4 2024 [24] - Net income attributable to Ampco Pittsburgh for Q1 2025 was $1,100,000, compared to a net loss of $2,700,000 in the prior year [26] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Forged and Cast Engineered Products segment reported net sales of $72,300,000 for Q1 2025, down from $77,720,000 in Q1 2024, but segment EBITDA improved to $8,270,000 from $6,000,000 [7][8] - The Air and Liquid Systems segment had record order intake driven by the nuclear market, with adjusted EBITDA increasing to $3,800,000 from $2,200,000 in the prior year [15][21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Global steel demand remains soft but stable in North America and Europe, with U.S. tariffs on rolls currently at 10% [9] - The company expects to benefit from the reduction of tariffs on imports from the U.S. to China, which will relieve pressure on shipments [10] - The total backlog as of March 31, 2025, was $368,500,000, a 6% increase compared to the previous year [26] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to protect margins by passing through negative effects of tariffs to customers [5] - There is a focus on enhancing profitability through pricing, operational efficiency, and disciplined management of external risks, including tariffs and geopolitical uncertainties [12] - The company is positioned to benefit from growth opportunities in the distribution of bar and block products as imports face new costs [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expects some near-term impacts in Q2 due to market and supply chain reactions to recent tariffs but remains optimistic about margin protection [5] - The nuclear market is seen as a preferred power option, with expectations for record levels of orders and shipments in the coming year [17] - Management acknowledges potential short-term supply chain issues due to tariffs but believes they could lead to increased demand for products in the long term [21] Other Important Information - The company implemented a change in non-GAAP measures reporting, now focusing on adjusted EBITDA instead of consolidated adjusted operating income [23] - Total selling and administrative expenses increased by 5% year-over-year due to inflationary pressures [25] - The company made a pension contribution of $800,000 during the quarter [28] Q&A Session Summary Question: No questions were registered during the Q&A session - The session concluded without any questions being asked [30][32]
Ampco-Pittsburgh(AP) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript