Itron(US:ITRI)2026-02-17 16:00Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q4 2025 was $572 million, with adjusted EBITDA of $99 million and non-GAAP EPS of $2.46, reflecting strong execution and demand for Grid Edge Intelligence [5][11] - Free cash flow reached $112 million, up from $70 million in the previous year, indicating improved earnings growth and working capital management [12] - Full year 2025 revenue was $2.37 billion, down 3% year-over-year, with a gross margin of 37.7% and adjusted EBITDA of $374 million [16][17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Device Solutions revenue decreased by 7% year-over-year, primarily due to a decline in legacy electricity products [13] - Network Solutions revenue fell by 15% year-over-year, attributed to project deployment timing [13] - Outcomes revenue increased by 22% year-over-year, driven by delivery services and recurring revenue growth [13] - The new Resiliency Solutions segment contributed $3 million in revenue since its acquisition of Urbint [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fourth quarter bookings totaled $737 million, with a backlog of $4.5 billion, indicating strong demand for Grid Edge solutions [6] - Annual recurring revenue (ARR) reached approximately $368 million, up 20% year-over-year [29] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on enhancing utility resiliency through strategic acquisitions, including Urbint and Locusview, which will support customers throughout the asset lifecycle [9][10] - Itron aims to leverage its expertise in hardware and networks to drive growth in data, AI, software, and services, positioning itself as a leader in intelligent infrastructure [22][23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the utility market is evolving, creating both opportunities and challenges, but remains confident in the company's strategic direction [21] - The company anticipates 2026 revenue to be between $2.35 billion and $2.45 billion, with non-GAAP EPS expected to range from $5.75 to $6.25 [18][19] Other Important Information - Total debt at the end of Q4 was $1.265 billion, with cash and equivalents at $1.02 billion, reflecting a decrease due to acquisitions and stock buybacks [17] - The company expects the new Resiliency Solutions segment to be accretive to revenue growth and EBITDA but dilutive to EPS in 2026 due to acquisition costs [19][20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on utility demand and behavior trends - Management reported strong fourth quarter bookings of $737 million and noted that the market is constructive, with no further delays in project timelines [27][28] Question: Barriers to entry in resiliency solutions and outcomes business - Management highlighted the stickiness of their solutions due to field service tools and the value generated from data capture during emergency responses [44][46] Question: Utility ordering patterns and Book and Ship business trends - Management indicated that ordering patterns have normalized, with good Book and Ship business continuing, particularly in the electricity space [52][54] Question: Forward guidance and backlog levels - Management stated that approximately 80% of the forward guidance is typically in backlog, with current levels reflecting a structural change in the business [63] Question: Revenue goals for 2027 - Management maintained the revenue target for 2027 but suggested it may lean towards the lower end of the previously stated range due to deployment complexities [80][81]