ZEEKR Intelligent Technology (ZK) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 15, 2025 08:00 AM ET Company Participants Jing Yuan - CFO Conference Call Participants Tina Hou - AnalystTim Hsiao - AnalystMing-Hsun Lee - Analyst Operator Hello, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for standing by for Zika Group's First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in listen only mode. Today's conference call is being recorded. I will now turn the call over to your host, Mr. Jing Huang, the C ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, the company's total transaction value (TTV) was RMB 844.2 billion, representing a year-over-year increase of 34% [29] - Net revenue reached RMB 23.3 billion, up 42.4% year-over-year [29] - GAAP net income was RMB 855 million, increasing 97.9% year-over-year [41] - Gross margin declined by 4.5 percentage points year-over-year to 28.7% [29] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from existing home transactions reached RMB 6.9 billion, up 20% year-over-year [30] - GTV for new home transactions increased by 53% year-over-year, outperforming the market [32] - Revenue from home renovation and furniture business grew by 22.3% year-over-year, with a contribution margin of 32.6% [34][72] - Home rental services revenue reached RMB 5.1 billion, up 93.8% year-over-year [35] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The national GTV for in-home transactions grew by approximately 16% year-over-year in Q1 [28] - New home sales remained relatively flat year-over-year, down 0.4% [49] - The existing home market saw a 28% increase in transaction clients year-over-year [28] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on driving both scale and efficiency as part of its growth strategy [13] - Emphasis on optimizing collaboration with developers and improving agent efficiency in the new home transaction business [14] - The introduction of AI tools aims to enhance service quality and operational efficiency [18][20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The management expressed cautious optimism regarding the property market, influenced by government policies and macroeconomic factors [25][52] - The company is closely monitoring the impact of international trade frictions on housing transactions [56] - Future market outlook will depend on domestic supportive measures and international trade dynamics [56] Other Important Information - The company has implemented a fund custody system in its home renovation business to enhance customer control and trust [24] - AI deployment is being tested in various segments, including housing transactions and home renovation, to improve service delivery [18][22] Q&A Session Summary Question: Outlook for the property market going forward - Management noted a strong recovery in the property market post-Chinese New Year, with stable performance expected [47][48] Question: Expansion plan for housing agents and agency stores - Management confirmed a focus on healthy growth of the agent network and improving efficiency of existing and new agents [59][60] Question: Home renovation and furniture business performance and AI strategy - Management highlighted a 22.3% revenue growth in the home renovation segment and detailed AI applications to enhance service quality [72]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, the company achieved record bookings of $800 million and forecasts total bookings of $5 billion for the full year [12][22] - North America operations generated $2.2 billion in revenue during 2024, with $1.3 billion from U.S. operations and $900 million from Mexico operations [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company launched 23 new programs in Q1 2025, including 14 for battery electric vehicle platforms and 19 for new or conquest business [8] - Electric powered steering accounted for 36% of new business bookings, while columns accounted for 45% [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Nearly 40% of total bookings are from China OEMs, indicating alignment with growth megatrends in China [12] - The company is experiencing strong demand for by-wire technology, particularly in the China market [24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on expanding its motion by wire technology, which includes steer by wire and brake by wire systems, to enhance precision and efficiency in EV platforms [15][23] - The strategy includes reducing fixed costs, optimizing footprint, and improving supply chain efficiency to drive margin expansion [22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges ongoing challenges such as a dynamic tariff environment and supply chain restrictions but remains optimistic about strong customer schedules and revenue growth [6][30] - The company is well-positioned to navigate tariff impacts and is actively working with customers to mitigate costs [22] Other Important Information - The company successfully resecured an important column business with a North American customer, which had been lost to a competitor [11] - The company expects to start production of rear wheel steering contracts with leading Chinese OEMs in 2026 [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Updates on the latest trend in the North America market - Management noted that year-to-date volumes in North America are performing according to expectations, with strong customer schedules [27][30] Question: Changes in customer order trends due to new tariffs - Management indicated that customer production schedules remain strong and have not changed significantly due to the new tariffs [31] Question: Clarification on USMCA tariff compliance - Management confirmed that for USMCA compliant shipments, there is no tariff if 75% of content comes from North America; otherwise, a 25% tariff applies [33][34]

Edible Garden AG (EDBL) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 15, 2025 08:00 AM ET Company Participants Theodore Ayvas - Vice PresidentJim Kras - Chairman & CEOKostas Dafoulas - Interim Chief Financial OfficerAnthony Vendetti - Executive Managing Director Conference Call Participants None - Analyst Operator Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the Edible Garden AG Incorporated twenty twenty five First Quarter Business Update Conference. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode and the floor will be op ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, the company mined 24.3 Bitcoins at an average price of $93,500, which is a 12% increase in Bitcoin mined sequentially [10] - Bitcoin mining revenue for the quarter was approximately $2.3 million, up 25% sequentially, reflecting improved machine efficiency and infrastructure investments [10] - Year-over-year revenue declined by 50.5% due to the impact of the April 2024 halving [10] - Mining margins improved from 31.2% in Q4 2024 to 38.5% in Q1 2025 [11] - The net loss for the quarter was $5.4 million, with a core EBITDA loss of $2.8 million, impacted by a non-cash write-down of $1.8 million for Bitcoin held [12] - The company finished the quarter with $1 million in cash and Bitcoin holdings valued at approximately $13.2 million as of March 31, 2025 [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company transitioned to a vertically integrated operator in Bitcoin mining, improving margins and reducing operational risks [5] - The operational efficiency of existing infrastructure was maximized, achieving 560 petahash by March [6] - The company began monetizing curtailment energy sales, generating approximately $150,000 from power sales back to the grid [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - As of April 30, the company held 148.7 Bitcoins, valued at $15.5 million based on a market price of $104,000 per Bitcoin [6] - The calculated value of Bitcoin holdings was approximately $3 per share compared to the stock price of $1.87 on May 13, 2025 [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on immersion mining technology, which is expected to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs [8][14] - Plans to expand the Oklahoma site with two one-megawatt immersion mining containers are underway, with completion expected by the end of Q3 2025 [7] - The company aims to treat Bitcoin mining sites as power producers, leveraging energy agreements to sell curtailed energy back to the grid [14] - A long-term Bitcoin accumulation strategy remains in place, with intentions to add Bitcoin to the balance sheet through debt or equity [16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the future of Bitcoin and the potential for the new immersion mining technology to yield immediate returns [14] - The company is committed to building a sustainable business model that can thrive in various market conditions [14] - Management highlighted the disparity between the value of Bitcoin holdings and market capitalization, indicating potential for shareholder value creation [5][16] Other Important Information - The company has made significant strides in reducing operational costs, with a 7.7% reduction in staff costs, professional fees, and other expenses year-over-year [12] - The strategic decision to sell certain mining machines was made to focus on immersion technology, which is expected to be cash neutral [8] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you talk about the Oklahoma site build-out and current thoughts on Texas? - Management indicated that there are no immediate plans for Texas due to counterparty issues, while the Oklahoma site is operational and expanding as planned [19] Question: Does the recent sale of S21 machines take care of all machines in inventory? - Management confirmed that the sale addressed some inventory but did not clarify the total impact on net revenue [21] Question: Are there specific geographies targeted for new sites? - Management mentioned that they are exploring opportunities in Oklahoma and Pennsylvania, with potential offerings in Texas [24]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenues of €574 million for the second quarter, representing a 19% increase year-over-year and an 18% increase in constant currency, exceeding the annual guidance of 15% to 17% [8][18] - Gross margin improved to 57.7%, up 140 basis points year-over-year, driven by better cost absorption and selected price adjustments [19] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was €200 million, up 23% year-over-year, with a margin of 34.8%, an increase of 110 basis points [20] - Adjusted net profit reached €103 million, a 33% increase year-over-year, with adjusted EPS rising to €0.55 from €0.41 [20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue growth was balanced between B2B and DTC channels, with B2B up 18% and DTC up 17% in constant currency [10][18] - Closed toe silhouettes revenue grew at twice the rate of the overall group, increasing their share of business by 400 basis points [11] - The DTC channel accounted for 24% of total business, consistent with the prior year [18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Americas, revenue increased by 23% in reported currency and 20% in constant currency, with strong growth in both B2B and DTC channels [12] - EMEA region saw a 12% revenue growth, with DTC outpacing B2B growth by 1.5 times [13] - The APAC region was the fastest growing segment, with a 30% increase driven by strong DTC growth [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to expand its retail presence, targeting 100 owned stores by the end of the fiscal year, having opened six new stores in the second quarter [10][11] - The strategy includes tapping into white spaces such as closed toe shoes and expanding in the APAC region [10][14] - The company is confident in its ability to manage inflationary pressures and tariffs due to its vertical integration and European sourcing [22][23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's resilience amid macroeconomic uncertainties, viewing the situation as an opportunity rather than a risk [7][34] - The company expects to meet or exceed its financial targets for fiscal year 2025, with adjusted EBITDA margin guidance raised to 31.3% to 31.8% [25][29] - Management noted that consumer demand remains strong, with no significant changes observed despite macroeconomic pressures [35][36] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of €235 million and improved its inventory to sales ratio to 36% [21] - Capital expenditures for the quarter were approximately €21 million, with plans to invest around €80 million for the year [21][80] Q&A Session Summary Question: Confidence in outlook despite macro uncertainty - Management views the current situation as an opportunity and is confident in offsetting tariff impacts [34][35] Question: D2C strength and implied top line deceleration - Management acknowledged reduced visibility in the second half but emphasized strong order books and growth in closed toe products [43][44] Question: Plans for tariff mitigation - The company is less exposed to tariffs due to European sourcing and has pricing flexibility without impacting consumer demand [50][52] Question: Gross margin drivers and retail store rollout - Management expects gross margin improvements from better absorption and pricing adjustments, with ongoing retail expansion [58][60] Question: Membership growth and its impact on DTC sales - Membership has grown significantly, contributing to higher average purchases and overall DTC performance [117][132]

T1 Energy (FREY) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 15, 2025 08:00 AM ET Company Participants Jeffrey Spittel - EVP - IR & Corporate DevelopmentDaniel Barcelo - CEO & Chairman of The BoardEvan Calio - CFORobert Gibbons - EVP - Strategic PartnershipsGregory Lewis - Managing Director Operator Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the T1 Energy's First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, participants are in a listen only mode. After the speakers' presentation, there will be ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total net revenue for Q1 2025 was RMB 28.8 billion (approximately USD 4.0 billion), representing a 7.4% year-over-year increase [34] - Total net revenue from games and related value-added services was RMB 24.0 billion, up 12% year-over-year [34] - Gross profit for Q1 2025 was RMB 18.5 billion, up 9% year-over-year and 14% quarter-over-quarter [36] - Non-GAAP net income attributable to shareholders for Q1 totaled RMB 11.2 billion (approximately USD 1.5 billion), up 32% year-over-year [38] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net revenues from online games were RMB 22.5 billion, up 14% quarter-over-quarter and 15% year-over-year, driven by key PC games and established mobile games [34][35] - NetEase Cloud Music's revenue was RMB 1.9 billion, declining 8% year-over-year and 1% quarter-over-quarter, primarily due to decreased revenue from social entertainment services [36] - Innovative businesses and others saw a revenue decline of 17% year-over-year and 29% quarter-over-quarter, mainly due to decreased revenue from advertising services [36] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The gaming segment continues to show strong performance, with flagship titles achieving record highs in player engagement and revenue [5][6] - The mobile version of Once Human quickly gained global attention, reaching the top spot on iOS download charts in over 160 regions [10] - The game Identity V surpassed 400 million registered players globally during its seventh anniversary celebration [17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on globalizing and diversifying its game portfolio, with a commitment to innovative content and exceptional operations [5][6] - Plans to deepen connections with player communities through more frequent content updates and esports events [48][49] - The company aims to enhance its esports operations and leverage its successful titles in international competitions [80][81] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the global momentum established and the breadth of opportunities across the diversified game portfolio [33] - The company is committed to investing in long-term sustainability and innovation, particularly through AI technologies [30][85] - Management highlighted the importance of continuous improvement and adaptation in response to market demands and player feedback [44][59] Other Important Information - The effective tax rate for Q1 was 15.3%, and the company reported a robust cash position with net cash of approximately RMB 131.5 billion as of March 31, 2025 [39] - The Board of Directors approved a dividend of USD 0.135 per share [39] - The company has a share repurchase program with approximately USD 1.9 billion spent as of March 31, 2025 [39] Q&A Session Summary Question: About Identity V's strong performance and future growth - Management attributed Identity V's success to continuous investment and optimization over six years, with plans to keep enhancing the game [42][44] Question: On mobile title Marvel Rivals and its lifecycle - Management acknowledged user number volatility but emphasized the introduction of shorter seasonal updates and esports events to maintain engagement [46][48] Question: Strategy for overseas markets amid studio closures - Management clarified that studio closures were based on product positioning and quality, with a focus on creating games suitable for global markets [52][53] Question: Performance and monetization of Once Human - Management reported significant user growth and increased monetization on PC following the mobile launch, with plans for new gameplay features [61][63] Question: Differentiation strategy for Fragpunk in the FPS market - Management expressed satisfaction with Fragpunk's foundation and emphasized ongoing support and market engagement strategies [67][70] Question: Resource allocation between domestic and overseas markets - Management confirmed sufficient resources to support both domestic and overseas markets simultaneously [72][73] Question: Evaluation metrics for new titles and esports strategy - Management highlighted the importance of team passion and experience in evaluating new projects, with ongoing investment in esports operations [76][78][80]

Venus Concept (VERO) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 15, 2025 08:00 AM ET Company Participants Rajiv De Silva - Director & CEODomenic Della Penna - EVP & CFOThomas McGovern - Equity Research Associate Operator Good day, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call for Venus Concept Inc. At this time, all participants have been placed in a listen only mode. Please note that this conference call is being recorded and that the recording will be available on the c ...

Xunlei (XNET) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 15, 2025 08:00 AM ET Company Participants Luhan Tang - Investor Relations ManagerNaijiang Zhou - CFO Conference Call Participants None - Analyst Operator Welcome, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for the patience. You've joined Xinlei's First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. Please be advised that today's conference is being recorded. I would now like to turn the call over to the host, In ...