United Therapeutics (UTHR) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 30, 2025 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Dewey Steadman - Head, IRMartine Rothblatt - Founder, Chairman & CEOMichael Benkowitz - President & COOLeigh Peterson - Executive Vice President of Product Development & XenotransplantationJames Edgemond - CFO & TreasurerAshwani Verma - Executive Director - SMID Biotech & Biopharma Conference Call Participants Joseph Thome - Managing Director, Senior Biotechnology AnalystJessica Fye - Managing Director & Equity ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Company revenue increased by 4% in Q1, totaling $55 million growth, with the Environmental Services (ES) segment contributing two-thirds of that growth [27][8] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 was $235 million, with a margin of 16.4%, slightly down year-over-year but in line with expectations [28][27] - Net income for Q1 was down compared to the same period last year, with earnings per share reported at $1.09 [29] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The ES segment saw a 3% increase in revenue and a 4% increase in adjusted EBITDA, driven by the acquisition of Hefeco and higher incineration utilization [9][8] - Safety Kleen Environmental Services (SKSS) revenue increased year-over-year, reflecting greater volumes and a shift to a higher Charge for Oil (CFO), although adjusted EBITDA decreased slightly [15][16] - Industrial Services revenue declined by 10% year-over-year due to refinery customers delaying spending and maintenance [12][13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The total recordable incident rate (TRIR) for safety was reported at 0.46, marking the best quarter in the company's history [5][6] - Incineration utilization improved to 88% from 79% in Q1 2024, with incineration pricing rising more than 5% on a mix-adjusted basis [10][11] - The company processed 5,000 tons in its new kiln during Q1, with a goal to process over 28,000 tons for the year [11][19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on internal and external growth opportunities, with a strong cash balance and low leverage to support its growth strategy [20][22] - There is an emphasis on capitalizing on synergies through M&A while also investing in expanding processing and recycling capabilities [20][21] - The company aims to stabilize the SKSS segment while maximizing the value of its assets and minimizing downside potential [24][22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the demand for services, particularly in disposal and recycling, despite potential impacts from tariffs [22][70] - The company anticipates a strong second half of the year, with a robust pipeline of remediation and waste projects [24][22] - Management remains cautious about the industrial services segment but believes in the long-term prospects due to the necessity of the services provided [24][70] Other Important Information - The company ended Q1 with a cash balance approaching $600 million and a net debt to EBITDA ratio of approximately 2.1 times [29][30] - A credit rating upgrade by Moody's was received during the quarter, reflecting strong financial performance and capital policies [30][29] - Adjusted free cash flow for Q1 was negative $116 million, consistent with the previous year, primarily due to timing of incentive comp payments and seasonal working capital increases [31][30] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of weather on ES segment performance - Management indicated that weather negatively impacted Q1 performance, estimating a loss of $10 million to $12 million in EBITDA due to difficult conditions in January [41][42] Question: Guidance for Q2 and refinery turnarounds - Management confirmed that Q2 guidance does not include large-scale emergency response events and expects a better second half with over 150 planned refinery turnarounds [44][45] Question: Cyclicality of the ES segment - Management described the ES segment as recession-resistant, with continued strong growth expected in the second and third quarters [49][50] Question: Update on PFAS revenue growth - Management confirmed a strong pipeline for PFAS solutions, expecting revenue growth in the range of 15% to 20% for the year [59][60] Question: Base oil pricing and inventory status - Management acknowledged pressure on base oil pricing but highlighted successful pricing initiatives that doubled the average price charged for used oil collection [100][101] Question: M&A pipeline and current environment - Management noted that valuations remain high for assets, but the company is actively reviewing multiple deals while being selective [91][92]

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Company revenue increased by 4% in Q1, totaling $55 million, with the Environmental Services (ES) segment accounting for two-thirds of that growth [23][6] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 was $235 million, with a margin of 16.4%, down year over year but in line with expectations [24][29] - Net income for Q1 was down compared to the same period last year, with earnings per share of $1.09 [25][29] - Cash and short-term marketable securities approached $600 million at quarter-end, with a net debt to EBITDA ratio of approximately 2.1 times [26][27] Segment Performance Changes - In the ES segment, adjusted EBITDA increased by 4% with a 3% revenue increase, resulting in a 10 basis point margin improvement [7][24] - The Safety Kleen Environmental Services (SKSS) segment saw revenue growth year over year, driven by higher volumes and a shift to a higher charge for oil, despite lower base oil pricing [13][14] - Industrial Services revenue decreased by 10% year over year due to refinery customers delaying spending and maintenance [10][11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The total recordable incident rate (TRIR) was 0.46 in Q1, marking the best quarter in the company's history [5] - Incineration utilization was 88% in Q1, up from 79% in Q1 2024, with incineration pricing rising more than 5% on a mix-adjusted basis [8][9] - The company gathered 58 million gallons of waste oil in Q1, compared to 55 million gallons a year ago [14] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - The company is focused on internal and external growth opportunities, with a strong cash balance and low leverage to support its growth strategy [18][20] - The company is optimistic about its prospects for 2025, citing strong demand for disposal services and a robust pipeline of remediation and waste projects [20][22] - The company is committed to further adjusting pricing and reducing costs to offset inflation and tariff impacts [12][20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that weather negatively impacted Q1 performance, estimating a loss of $10 million to $12 million in EBITDA due to weather conditions [36][37] - The company remains optimistic about the demand environment, particularly in the ES segment, and expects continued strong growth despite potential economic slowdowns [20][66] - Management emphasized the resilience of the ES segment, stating it is recession-resistant and has a strong backlog of waste and project opportunities [45][66] Other Important Information - The company plans to continue its buyback program, having repurchased nearly 260,000 shares for a total of $55 million in Q1 [28][29] - The company expects adjusted free cash flow for 2025 to be in the range of $430 million to $490 million, representing a nearly 30% increase from 2024 [32] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of weather on ES segment performance - Management acknowledged that weather had a significant impact in January, estimating a loss of $10 million to $12 million in EBITDA due to adverse conditions, but noted strong recovery in March [36][37] Question: Expectations for refinery turnarounds in Industrial Services - Management indicated that over 150 turnarounds are planned for the second half of the year, expecting a better performance in that segment [40][41] Question: Cyclicality of the ES segment - Management stated that the ES segment is recession-resistant, with continued strong growth expected in the second and third quarters [44][66] Question: Update on PFAS revenue growth - Management expressed confidence in achieving 15% to 20% revenue growth for PFAS-related services this year, supported by a strong regulatory framework [54][55] Question: Base oil pricing and inventory status - Management noted that base oil pricing has been under pressure but highlighted successful pricing initiatives that have offset some of the challenges [94][96]

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