JFrog(FROG) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
JFrog (NasdaqGS:FROG) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 12, 2026 05:00 PM ET Company ParticipantsAndrew Sherman - DirectorBrian Essex - Executive DirectorEamon Coughlin - VP in Software Equity ResearchEd Grabscheid - CFOJason Ader - Partner and Co-Group Head of Technology, Media, and CommunicationsJeffrey Schreiner - Head of Investor RelationsJonathan Ruykhaver - Managing DirectorMiller Jump - Equity Research AssociateOscar Saavedra - Equity Research Associate in SoftwareRadi Sultan - Director in Software Equi ...
Bio-Rad(BIO) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net sales for Q4 2025 were approximately $693 million, a 3.9% increase from $668 million in Q4 2024. On a currency neutral basis, this represents a 1.7% year-over-year increase driven by the clinical diagnostics segment [11] - Full year net sales for 2025 were $2.583 billion, a 0.7% increase from $2.567 billion in 2024. On a currency neutral basis, sales were essentially flat compared to 2024 [17] - Q4 GAAP gross margin was 49.8%, down from 51.2% in Q4 2024. Non-GAAP gross margin was 52.5%, compared to 53.9% in the previous year [13][14] - Full year non-GAAP gross margin was 53.3%, down from 55% in 2024, primarily due to reduced fixed manufacturing absorption and higher material costs [19] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - Clinical diagnostics segment sales in Q4 2025 were approximately $425 million, an 8.4% increase from $393 million in Q4 2024, driven by higher sales of quality control and blood typing products [13] - Life science segment sales in Q4 2025 were $268 million, a 2.6% decrease from $275 million in Q4 2024, attributed to a constrained academic research and biotech funding environment [11] - The ddPCR portfolio posted mid-single-digit year-over-year growth in Q4, driven by the success of the QX700 platform [12][7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Currency neutral sales decreased in the Americas, partially offset by increased sales in EMEA and Asia Pacific [12] - In biopharma, funding conditions improved in the second half of 2025, with expectations for a modest recovery in 2026 [9] - Cautious spending persisted in academia and government, impacting instrument demand [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to advance several product launches in 2026, including an IVD version of the QX600 and additional high-value ddPCR assays [10] - Focus on disciplined innovation is central to the long-term growth strategy, with an emphasis on operational performance and margin expansion [10][31] - The company is actively looking for additional assets to accelerate top-line growth and margin expansion [30] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted early signs of stabilization across core markets, with improvements in NIH funding and biopharma funding [28] - The company remains focused on driving long-term value and is seeing the impact of a performance-related approach [29] - Management expressed confidence that actions taken will translate into improved financial results over time [10] Other Important Information - Free cash flow for Q4 2025 was $119 million, compared to $81 million in Q4 2024. Full year free cash flow improved to approximately $375 million versus $290 million in 2024 [23] - The company retired 1.2 million shares through its buyback program at a total cost of approximately $296 million during 2025 [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: About the ddPCR business growth - Management indicated that the strong quarterly growth was driven by the QX700 platform and the conversion of qPCR applications to ddPCR, with ongoing reagents being a significant part of the portfolio [34][35] Question: Process chromatography changes - Management explained that recent changes in vaccine production strategies impacted demand, leading to a conservative outlook for the process chromatography segment [37][38] Question: Operating margins outlook - Management acknowledged the impact of process chromatography on operating margins and indicated that while some costs from Q4 are not expected to recur, they are being realistic in their guidance [39][40] Question: Clinical diagnostics growth - Management attributed muted growth in clinical diagnostics to a mix of portfolio performance and geographic factors, particularly reliance on China [58][59] Question: Buyback strategy - Management clarified that the lack of buybacks in Q4 does not signal any specific strategy, as they are looking at opportunities opportunistically [63][64]
PROCORE(PCOR) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue in Q4 was $349 million, up 15.6% year-over-year [24] - Q4 non-GAAP operating income was $52 million, representing a non-GAAP operating margin of 15% [24] - Full year revenue growth was 15% with a non-GAAP operating margin expansion of 400 basis points [8][24] - Free cash flow for Q4 was $90 million, bringing full-year free cash flow to $215 million, representing 69% year-over-year growth [29] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. general contractors segment remains a cornerstone of growth, with 3 new ENR 400 logos added in Q4 [8] - Procore Pay saw strong momentum, ending the year with nearly 450 customers, representing over 70% year-over-year growth [27] - The number of customers spending more than $1 million in ARR grew by 34% year-over-year, totaling 115 customers [26] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - International revenue grew 14% year-over-year, impacted by currency headwinds, but grew 15% on a constant currency basis [24] - Current RPO grew 22% year-over-year, and current deferred revenue grew 18% year-over-year [24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to lead in the AI era, focusing on driving efficiency across the construction lifecycle [6][22] - Plans to launch a suite of specialized products for owners, including portfolio management and asset management, to meet evolving needs [12] - The acquisition of Datagrid is expected to enhance Procore's AI capabilities and product synergies [15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in Procore's future, emphasizing the importance of customer relationships and operational efficiency [5][7] - The company is well-positioned for durable growth and margin expansion, with a focus on innovation and execution [22][23] - Management acknowledged ongoing headwinds in the construction environment but highlighted strong operational performance [8][30] Other Important Information - Procore for Government achieved FedRAMP Moderate authorization, opening opportunities with U.S. federal and state government customers [12] - The company is focused on limiting share count dilution, with a weighted average diluted share count growth of less than 1% in Q4 [29] Q&A Session Summary Question: Customer conversations regarding AI and competition - Management noted that customers are focused on construction and expect their tech vendor to leverage AI effectively, with clear adoption of Procore AI among customers [38][39] Question: Trends in volume commitments during the Q4 renewal cycle - Management indicated continued strength in ACV commitments, reflecting ongoing share gain and growth from a strong Q4 bookings quarter [62] Question: Monetization strategy for Procore AI - Management stated that establishing a compelling ROI is crucial, with plans to include AI offerings in upcoming bundles and explore consumption-based models [73] Question: Capacity and resource adequacy for future growth - Management confirmed sufficient capacity for fiscal 26, focusing on productivity increases and leveraging AI for operational improvements [75][76]
Ryan Specialty (RYAN) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q4 2025, total revenue grew 13% to $751 million, with organic growth of 6.6% and M&A contributing over five percentage points to the top line [31] - Full year 2025 revenues surpassed $3 billion, up 21% year-over-year, driven by organic growth of 10.1% and significant contributions from M&A [4][32] - Adjusted EBITDA for 2025 grew 19.2% to $967 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 31.7%, slightly down from 32.2% in the prior year [4][32] - Adjusted earnings per share increased by 9.5% to $1.96 [4][32] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The property business experienced a modest decline, particularly in Q4 where pricing dropped by 25%-35% on large accounts [16][17] - The casualty practice had a strong year, with significant price increases in high-hazard lines exceeding 10% [18] - Delegated authority revenue doubled over the last two years to $1.4 billion, now representing 47% of total revenue [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The insurance market is currently experiencing significant volatility, with rapid shifts in pricing and market sentiment [6][7] - The company noted a trend of admitted carriers re-entering certain segments, particularly on smaller accounts, but this has not significantly impacted overall rates [25] - The construction segment remains strong, although macroeconomic pressures have delayed project timelines [53][56] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is launching Project Empower, a three-year restructuring program aimed at improving efficiency and creating headroom for additional investment [10][36] - A $300 million share repurchase program has been authorized, reflecting confidence in the company's valuation and long-term outlook [12][34] - The focus remains on strategic investments in growth, talent acquisition, and innovation, particularly in AI and technology [29][35] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about long-term growth in property despite near-term pricing pressures, citing factors like increased demand for E&S solutions [17] - The company anticipates high single-digit organic revenue growth for 2026, reflecting current market conditions and continued property pricing pressures [37] - Management emphasized the importance of maintaining strong relationships with clients and adapting to market changes to capture new business opportunities [49] Other Important Information - The company completed five acquisitions in 2025, contributing to a diversified platform with over 300 products [9][25] - The adjusted effective tax rate was 26% for both the quarter and the full year, with expectations for a similar rate in 2026 [33] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you elaborate on the organic growth guidance for 2026? - Management noted that property pricing declines are expected to continue, impacting overall growth expectations, which are now set at high single digits for 2026 [41][43] Question: How does the company view AI's impact on the brokerage sector? - Management views AI as an ally that will enhance efficiency and client service, emphasizing the importance of relationships and expertise over technology alone [48][50] Question: What is the outlook for the construction segment? - The construction segment remains strong, with a robust pipeline, although macroeconomic pressures have caused delays in project timelines [52][56] Question: How does the share repurchase program fit into the company's M&A strategy? - Management clarified that the share repurchase program does not diminish the commitment to M&A, which remains a top priority for capital allocation [59][60] Question: What are the expectations for client demand in the current environment? - Management indicated that while there are no measurable trends of clients buying less coverage, the structure of demands is changing, with higher retention levels in certain accounts [62][63]
Twilio(TWLO) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Twilio reported record revenue of $1.4 billion in Q4 2025, representing a 14% year-over-year increase on a reported basis and 12% on an organic basis [5][13] - For the full year, revenue reached $5.1 billion, reflecting a 14% reported growth and 13% organic growth [13] - Non-GAAP income from operations for Q4 was $256 million, up 30% year-over-year, while for the full year, it was $924 million, a 29% increase [14][17] - Free cash flow in Q4 was $256 million, and for the full year, it was $945 million, up 44% year-over-year [5][14] - The company achieved its first full year of GAAP profitability with $158 million in GAAP income from operations [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Voice revenue growth accelerated to the high teens in Q4, driven by strong growth from voice AI customers, which saw revenue growth above 60% year-over-year [14][16] - Messaging revenue growth was solid, aided by high volumes during Cyber Week and the holiday season [14] - Software add-on revenue grew over 20% year-over-year, with Verify growing more than 25% for the second consecutive quarter [15] - Self-serve revenue grew 21% for the full year, while ISV revenue grew 24% [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The number of large deals closed (over $500,000) increased by 36% year-over-year in Q4 [7] - During Cyber Week, Twilio sent 6.99 billion messages, a 34.5% year-over-year increase, handled 1.07 billion calls (up 58% year-over-year), and processed 75.1 billion emails, a 14.6% increase year-over-year [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Twilio aims to be a foundational infrastructure layer in the age of AI, moving beyond just providing communication channels [6][12] - The company is focused on delivering essential infrastructure powered by contextual data and evolving automation, such as Voice AI, to help customers build personalized relationships [7][12] - A strategic partnership with AEG was signed to enhance real-time, personalized communications for live events [8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to sustain momentum into 2026, supported by a robust innovation roadmap [12][23] - The company anticipates reported revenue growth of 11.5%-12.5% and organic revenue growth of 8%-9% for the full year 2026 [21] - Management noted that while pass-through fees from U.S. carriers will impact margin rates, they will not affect the ability to generate profit dollars [22] Other Important Information - Twilio's stock-based compensation as a percentage of revenue decreased to 11.3% in Q4, down 180 basis points year-over-year [18] - The company completed $198 million in share repurchases in Q4 and $855 million for the full year, representing 90% of 2025 free cash flow [18][19] Q&A Session Summary Question: What drove the voice strength in Q4? - Management noted broad adoption of voice across customer cohorts, with significant strength in self-service and ISV communities [27][28] Question: Can you provide visibility on the Q1 guidance? - Management expressed confidence in the Q1 guidance, citing broad-based strength across products and sales channels [30][31] Question: What is driving the growth in messaging? - Management indicated broad-based strength across multiple products, contributing to messaging growth [42] Question: How is Twilio positioned regarding RCS adoption? - Management acknowledged rapid growth in RCS, emphasizing its potential for marketing-oriented use cases and high open rates [46][48] Question: What differentiates Twilio from competitors? - Management highlighted Twilio's differentiated technology, strong developer experience, and continuous innovation as key competitive advantages [51][52]
XP(XP) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported gross revenues of $19.5 billion in 2025, an 8% increase year-over-year [9][33] - Adjusted net income for Q4 2025 was BRL 1.3 billion, and BRL 5.2 billion for the full year, representing a 15% expansion year-over-year [10][38] - The return on equity (ROE) reached 23.9% in 2025, a 94 basis points increase compared to 2024 [11][40] - The BIS ratio at year-end was 20.4%, indicating a strong capital position [11][41] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Retail revenues in Q4 2025 totaled BRL 3.9 billion, up 8% year-over-year [33] - Corporate and issue services revenue reached BRL 895 million in Q4 2025, a 49% increase year-over-year [35] - The wholesale bank has become a key pillar of the company's strategy, integrating investment banking and institutional access [27] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The total client assets, including AUM and AUA, reached BRL 2.1 trillion, representing a 22% growth year-over-year [21] - Retail net new money was BRL 20 billion, while corporate and institutional net new money was BRL 12 billion, totaling BRL 32 billion for the period [21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to become Brazil's leading investment platform by 2033, focusing on market share and democratizing wealth planning [51][52] - The strategy includes enhancing service models, refining client segmentation, and expanding product offerings, particularly in private banking and credit [29][54] - The company is committed to maintaining a conservative capital structure while pursuing growth opportunities in new markets [29][46] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged challenges in the current operating environment but expressed confidence in the company's ability to capture future opportunities [7][10] - The company is focused on improving client engagement and long-term value creation through tailored service models and technology investments [12][20] Other Important Information - The company has launched new products in insurance and credit, aiming to enhance cross-sell offerings and improve customer experience [23][24] - The management expressed concerns about recent irregularities in the financial system and emphasized the importance of maintaining competition and access to financial products [46][48] Q&A Session Summary Question: What metrics define the ambition to become Brazil's leading investment platform by 2033? - The company aims for market share growth and has internal plans indicating that reaching this goal is feasible within seven years, focusing on democratizing wealth planning for retail clients [51][52] Question: What does the entry into the controlling group mean for the company? - The CEO stated that there would be no significant changes in management style or operations, emphasizing stronger alignment among executives [54] Question: How does the recent CVM recommendation impact the RLP business? - Management views the removal of caps on asset inclusion as a positive development for the RLP business, enhancing market-making capabilities [60][61] Question: What is the reason behind the increase in taxes this quarter? - The increase in taxes is attributed to the revenue mix, particularly from corporate and issue services, rather than changes in the tax structure [63][64] Question: How is the company performing in capturing volumes from Banco Master reimbursements? - The company is retaining over 85% of inflows from Banco Master, indicating a strong performance in capturing these volumes [68][69]
Federal Realty Investment Trust(FRT) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a 6.4% growth in FFO for Q4 and a 4.3% growth for the year, with guidance for 2026 close to 6% at the midpoint [6][18] - The overall portfolio was 96.1% leased and 94.1% occupied, with a 50 basis points increase when excluding newly acquired centers [6][12] - FFO per share for Q4 was $1.84, reflecting a 6.4% growth year-over-year [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4, 601,000 sq ft of comparable deals were completed at a 12% rollover, with 2.3 million sq ft for the year at a 15% rollover, resulting in an incremental $11 million of new rent under contract [7][14] - The company signed 105 comparable deals in Q4, achieving a 12% rollover, with a weighted average contractual rent bump of 2.6% [14][15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted strong demand in California, which is expected to be a significant source of growth in the coming years [69] - Foot traffic in the greater Washington, D.C. area increased by 3% in Q4, with annual sales moving higher year-over-year [15][17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on driving rent growth, disciplined expense management, and capitalizing on quality real estate for multi-year growth opportunities [14] - The redevelopment pipeline includes $500 million in projects, with 780 residential units planned at existing retail properties [20][22] - The company plans to maintain a strong leverage metric, with annualized adjusted net debt to EBITDA expected to trend further to the low- to mid-5 times range [21] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the strong demand for assets and the ability to achieve near 6% growth in 2026 [6][12] - The company anticipates a temporary drag on comparable POI growth due to turnover in anchor space, but expects occupancy levels to improve by year-end 2026 [24][57] Other Important Information - The company will report both NAREIT FFO and core FFO going forward to enhance comparability across periods [22] - Guidance for 2026 includes a forecast for comparable POI growth of 3%-3.5% and assumes a full year's contribution from $750 million of high-quality assets acquired in 2025 [23][25] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide insight into the investment pipeline? - The company is targeting large, dominant shopping centers and expects more opportunities in the second half of the year [30][31] Question: How much more peripheral multifamily could be marketed for sale this year? - There are opportunities to monetize residential products, with an estimated $400 million-$500 million available for sale [34][35] Question: Is the pricing power driving rent spreads broad-based? - Management indicated that the pricing power is broad-based, driven by high demand and limited supply across various property types [41][42] Question: Can you break down the same-store NOI growth? - The company expects about 3%-3.5% growth, with a significant portion coming from rent bumps and rollover [46] Question: What is the status of tenant credit and any watch list items? - The company has limited exposure to tenant credit issues, with Saks and Container Store being monitored [62][64] Question: What is driving the robust performance in California? - California is expected to be a major growth contributor due to leasing and development activity [69] Question: What is the timing for the development expansion pipeline? - The increase in the development pipeline is expected to be pro rata throughout the year [71] Question: What percentage of NOI is captured in the comp pool today? - Approximately 85%-90% of NOI is captured in the comparable pool [75]
Amwell(AMWL) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
American Well (NYSE:AMWL) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 12, 2026 05:00 PM ET Company ParticipantsEric Percher - Co-founderIdo Schoenberg - Chairman and CEOMark Hirschhorn - CFO and COOConference Call ParticipantsCraig Hettenbach - Managing Director and Senior Equity Research AnalystDave Larsen - Managing Director, Senior Healthcare IT and Digital Health AnalystJailendra Singh - Managing Director and Senior Equity Research AnalystRyan MacDonald - Managing Director and Senior Equity Research AnalystNone - An ...
Yelp(YELP) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, net revenue increased by 4% year-over-year to $1.46 billion, while net income grew by 10% year-over-year to $146 million, resulting in a net income margin of 10% [5][14] - Adjusted EBITDA rose by 3% year-over-year to $369 million, representing a 25% adjusted EBITDA margin [5][14] - For Q4 2025, net revenue decreased by 1% year-over-year to $360 million, and net income fell by 10% year-over-year to $38 million, maintaining a 10% margin [14][15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from RR&O categories declined by 6% year-over-year to $444 million, while advertising revenue from services increased by 8% year-over-year to a record $948 million [6] - Total ad clicks decreased by 7% year-over-year, with average cost per click increasing by 10% year-over-year [7] - Other revenue accelerated significantly, up 17% year-over-year, driven by growth in transaction, subscription, and data licensing revenue [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total paying advertising locations decreased by 3% year-over-year, with a decline in RR&O offsetting growth in services [7][15] - App unique devices were down 2% year-over-year as consumers visited restaurants with reduced frequency [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to invest in three strategic initiatives in 2026, focusing on transforming the Yelp experience with AI, delivering AI tools for local businesses, and extending reach in the AI ecosystem [8][10] - The acquisition of Hatch, an AI lead management platform, is expected to enhance Yelp's capabilities in lead management and support growth [10][11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the operating environment for RR&O categories remains challenging, but they are optimistic about the potential of AI to transform consumer experiences and drive engagement [24][25] - For Q1 2026, the company expects net revenue to be in the range of $350 million to $355 million, with full-year revenue guidance of $1.455 billion to $1.475 billion [19] Other Important Information - The company repurchased $292 million worth of shares in 2025, with an additional $500 million authorized for share repurchases in February 2026 [18] - Management aims to reduce stock-based compensation as a percentage of revenue to less than 6% by the end of 2027 [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Environment for services and revenue outlook for 2026 - Management acknowledged a softening in services demand, particularly in RR&O, but emphasized the importance of Yelp Assistant in driving engagement and monetization [24][25] Question: Details on OpenAI agreement and its impact - Management highlighted the significance of high-quality content for local search and the potential for increased traffic and monetization through the OpenAI partnership [28][29] Question: AI transition and consumer interaction - Management discussed leveraging AI to enhance consumer experiences, including natural language search and the rollout of Yelp Assistant [33][36] Question: Margin trajectory goals for Hatch - Management indicated that the immediate focus for Hatch is on top-line growth rather than margin, with expectations for margins to converge with typical SaaS profiles over time [56] Question: Stabilization of restaurant and retail advertiser base - Management noted the challenges faced by restaurants and retailers but expressed confidence in the potential for recovery and the role of Yelp Assistant in improving consumer interactions [52][53]
Airbnb(ABNB) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Airbnb (NasdaqGS:ABNB) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 12, 2026 05:00 PM ET Company ParticipantsAndrew Slabin - VP of Investor RelationsBrian Chesky - Co-founder and CEOBrian Nowak - Managing DirectorDoug Anmuth - Managing DirectorEllie Mertz - CFOKen Gawrelski - Managing DirectorLee Horowitz - Co-Head of Internet Equity ResearchMark Mahaney - Senior Managing Director and Head of Internet ResearchRichard Clarke - Managing DirectorConference Call ParticipantsJed Kelly - Managing Director and Senior AnalystJoh ...