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RumbleOn(RMBL) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company generated $244.7 million of adjusted EBITDA in Q1 2025, down slightly compared to the same quarter last year despite a 20.5% decline in revenue [10][11] - Total adjusted SG&A expenses were $57.5 million, representing 85.6% of gross profit, down from $72.6 million or 87.9% of gross profit in the same quarter last year [11] - Cash outflows from operating activities were $6.9 million for Q1 2025, compared to cash inflows of $17 million for the same period in 2024 [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Powersports Group sold 13,186 total major units, down 20.5% year over year, with new unit sales down 23.7% and pre-owned unit sales down 13.9% [12] - Gross margins for new units improved to 13.5% from 12.5% year over year, while pre-owned gross margins were 16.3%, down from 19.5% [12] - Revenue from the powersports dealership group was $239.2 million, down 18.5% year over year, primarily due to lower major unit volume [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The asset light vehicle transportation services segment saw revenue decline by 61.5% year over year, with gross profit decreasing 68.6% to $1.1 million [14] - The overall decline in unit sales during the quarter impacted revenue and gross profit across various segments [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on improving operational discipline and customer service, aiming for long-term financial success despite current challenges [9] - New key management additions are expected to strengthen the company's market position and support strategic goals [7][8] - The company is actively evaluating opportunities to optimize its capital structure and lower its cost of capital [16] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The management expressed confidence in the company's turnaround efforts and the potential for long-term growth despite current market challenges [5][9] - The evolving tariff landscape presents both risks and opportunities, particularly in the powersports business [8] - Management anticipates that inventory levels by year-end will be similar to 2024, potentially slightly higher due to inflation [23] Other Important Information - The company has engaged an investment banker to explore refinancing options for its debt [16] - The management team is focused on filling skill gaps and empowering leaders to align with the company's vision [6] Q&A Session Summary Question: How aggressive does the company want to be with the cash offer tool for pre-owned inventory? - The company can be aggressive with the cash offer tool, but it depends on the quality of the inventory available [19] Question: What are the expectations for year-end inventory levels? - The company expects inventory levels at year-end to be about where they ended in 2024, possibly slightly higher due to inflation [23] Question: What is the general message from OEM partners regarding tariffs? - OEMs are currently absorbing tariff costs, and there is hope for a return to a normal operating environment soon [26][28]