Northwest Natural pany(NWN) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-05 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported adjusted net income of $2.28 per share for the first six months of 2025, compared to $1.6 per share for the same period last year [7] - Adjusted net income for Q2 2025 was $315,000 or $0.01 per share, an improvement from a loss of $2.8 million or $0.07 per share in Q2 2024 [17] - Year-to-date adjusted net income was $92.1 million or $2.28 per share for 2025, up from $61 million or $1.6 per share for the same period in 2024 [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Northwest Natural Gas segment saw net income increase by $4.5 million or $0.12 per share, with margin increasing by $16.9 million due to new rates in Oregon [18] - Sea Energy provided net income of $1 million or $0.03 per share, with strong margin and net income trends aligning with expectations [18] - The Water segment's net income increased by $1.8 million or $0.04 per share, driven by new rates at the largest water utility in Arizona and additional revenues from acquired utilities [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The combined utility customer growth rate was 10.6% for the twelve months ended June 30, 2025, primarily driven by gas utilities in Texas [8] - Northwest Natural Water's customer base grew by 5.8% over the last twelve months, including three acquisitions [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company reaffirmed its annual 2025 adjusted earnings guidance, expecting a range of $2.75 to $2.95 per share [22] - The capital expenditure plan for 2025 is projected to be between $450 million and $500 million, focusing on modernizing infrastructure and system upgrades [23] - The company aims for a long-term earnings per share growth rate of 4% to 6% compounded annually from 2025 adjusted EPS [24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving financial targets for the full year, citing strong performance across all business segments [24] - The company noted that while there are signs of housing market slowdown in Texas, overall growth remains strong with significant meter additions [29] Other Important Information - The company filed a general rate case in Oregon to recover investments in gas infrastructure, expecting a modest 2.5% rate increase effective October 31 [11] - The liquidity position at June 30, 2025, was approximately $550 million, with no material debt maturities expected in 2025 [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on Sea Energy's growth and backlog - Management indicated that Sea Energy is performing as expected, with strong growth and a significant backlog exceeding annual goals by midyear [28][29] Question: Scale of upcoming water rate cases - Management noted that individual water rate cases are generally small, often less than $1 million in revenue requirement, leading to multiple rate cases executed annually [30]
PSEG(PEG) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-05 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - PSEG reported net income of $1.17 per share for Q2 2025, compared to $0.87 per share in Q2 2024, reflecting a 34% increase [17] - Non-GAAP operating earnings were $0.77 per share in Q2 2025, up from $0.63 per share in Q2 2024, marking a 22% increase [17] - For the year-to-date ending June 30, 2025, net income was $878 million, compared to $790 million in 2024 [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - PSEG's utility segment reported net income of $332 million for Q2 2025, compared to $300 million in Q2 2024 [18] - PSEG Power and Other reported net income of $253 million in Q2 2025, up from $132 million in Q2 2024 [22] - The nuclear fleet produced approximately 7.5 terawatt hours in Q2 2025, an increase of 0.5 terawatt hours compared to the same period in 2024 [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The summer peak load reached 10,229 megawatts on June 24, 2025, the highest since 2013 [6] - The capacity auction results showed a price of $329 per megawatt day for the 2026-2027 energy year, up from $270 per megawatt day in the previous auction [24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - PSEG is focused on a $3.8 billion regulated capital investment program for 2025, aimed at infrastructure modernization and reliability [5][20] - The company is advocating for legislative decisions regarding energy affordability and resource adequacy in New Jersey [33] - PSEG's five-year capital spending plan is reaffirmed at $21 billion to $24 billion, supporting a projected rate base CAGR of 6% to 7.5% through 2029 [15][16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving the full-year 2025 non-GAAP operating earnings guidance of $3.94 to $4.06 per share, which is a 9% increase at the midpoint over 2024 results [15][26] - The management highlighted the importance of balancing affordability, reliability, and environmental policies in ongoing discussions with New Jersey legislators [96] Other Important Information - PSEG's total available liquidity as of June 30, 2025, was $3.6 billion, including $186 million in cash [25] - The company plans to execute its capital plan without the need to issue new equity or sell assets [26] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on New Jersey Resource Adequacy Conference - Management indicated ongoing discussions without significant legislative changes at this time, emphasizing the need for decisions on reliability, affordability, and environmental goals [31][33] Question: Data Center Pipeline and Nuclear Plant Opportunities - Management noted increased interest in data centers in New Jersey, with ongoing discussions about nuclear plant opportunities [34][36] Question: New Generation in New Jersey - Management reiterated the need for new generation capacity in New Jersey, emphasizing the impact of neighboring states on local supply [41][43] Question: Capacity Auction Results and Future Projections - Management confirmed that guidance remains at the nuclear PTC floor, monitoring market conditions for future adjustments [45][46] Question: Affordability-Focused Bills - Management stated that no specific bills are currently prioritized, focusing instead on broader solutions for customer affordability [62][64] Question: Incremental Generation Potential - Management confirmed that engineering work for upgrades and refueling cycles is ongoing, with plans for future announcements [66][68]
Frontier (ULCC) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-05 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q2 2025 was $929 million, down 5% year-over-year with a 2% lower capacity compared to the prior year quarter [6][14] - RASM was $0.0901, while stage length adjusted RASM was $0.0874, slightly higher than the same period last year [6][14] - Adjusted non-fuel operating expenses were $774 million, or $0.75 per available seat mile, reflecting a significant increase due to reduced aircraft utilization and lower sale leaseback gains [13][14] - The company reported a pretax loss and net loss of $70 million, resulting in a net loss per share of $0.31 [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company launched 35 new routes in Q2, including services to Seattle and Puerto Plata, aiming to penetrate large markets with limited ULCC service [7][8] - Co-brand loyalty revenue per passenger increased over 40% year-over-year, driven by greater card acquisition and spending [10] - The company expects mid to high single-digit RASM growth in Q3, supported by improving industry capacity and loyalty initiatives [5][8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted a greater reduction in competitive capacity in frontier markets compared to the industry average, which is expected to support RASM growth [5][22] - Immature market concentration is expected to trend toward low teens over the next six months, significantly lower than the prior year [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on enhancing its loyalty initiatives and premium product offerings to support profitability in 2026 [5][10] - The strategy includes modernizing digital tools, distribution, and onboard experience, with a focus on premiumization [11][12] - The management believes that the domestic airline industry is currently oversupplied, and expects continued capacity reductions, which will benefit the company as a low-cost provider [57][96] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed cautious optimism regarding future sales trends, noting significant improvements in bookings and yields since mid-July [20][46] - The company is planning for a similar utilization level unless demand changes, with a focus on maintaining flexibility in capacity adjustments [38][90] - Management acknowledged the challenges faced in the first half of the year but highlighted a positive trajectory moving forward, particularly in September [76][78] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with $766 million in total liquidity, including $561 million in unrestricted cash [14] - The company has committed financing expected to boost liquidity by over $200 million by year-end [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: What does the path back to positive margins look like? - Management discussed the importance of sales trends and competitive capacity reductions, indicating a positive trajectory for RASM and profitability [18][22] Question: Do you have an early view on your capacity plans for 2026? - Management stated that capacity plans for 2026 have not been finalized and will depend on industry trends [28][29] Question: What does the capacity evolution look like with flat capacity in Q4? - Management indicated that reduced utilization on certain days is driving flat capacity, with expectations for slight positive or negative changes in the coming months [32][33] Question: Are you seeing an acceleration in yield improvement? - Management confirmed that yield improvements are driving double-digit revenue growth, with significant increases in load factors [42][43] Question: Why is the guidance range unusually wide? - Management explained that while trends are positive, recent volatility in consumer sentiment necessitated a cautious approach to guidance [50][53] Question: Is the domestic capacity losing money specific to Frontier? - Management indicated that the entire domestic market is currently unprofitable, with expectations for capacity reductions benefiting low-cost carriers like Frontier [56][57] Question: What are the strategic actions to drive outcomes? - Management highlighted the potential for consolidation in the industry and the importance of right-sizing capacity to align with demand [99][100]
Marathon(MPC) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-05 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a second quarter net income of $3.96 per share and returned approximately $1 billion to shareholders through dividends and repurchases [12] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was approximately $3.3 billion, an increase of $1.3 billion sequentially, primarily due to increased results in the Refining and Marketing segment [12][14] - Operating cash flow excluding changes in working capital was $2.6 billion for the quarter, with capital expenditures just over $1 billion [16][17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Refining and Marketing segment achieved 97% utilization, processing 2.9 million barrels of crude per day, with segment adjusted EBITDA at $6.79 per barrel [13][14] - The Midstream segment delivered a year-to-date adjusted EBITDA growth of 5% compared to the previous year, with distributions from MPLX increasing by 12.5% year-over-year [14][15] - The Renewable Diesel segment operated at 76% capacity, with margins improving due to incremental production tax credits [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. gasoline inventories are in line with five-year averages, while diesel inventories are at historically low levels, supporting strong margins [4][5] - The company expects demand growth to exceed the net impact of capacity additions and rationalizations through the end of the decade, maintaining a structurally advantaged position in the U.S. refining industry [5][6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is committed to optimizing its portfolio through strategic investments and divestitures, including the $425 million divestiture of its partial interest in ethanol production facilities [8][20] - MPLX's strategic acquisition of Northwind Midstream for under $2.4 billion is expected to enhance its growth platform and support the development plans of its producer customers [9][10] - The company plans to execute a $1.25 billion standalone capital plan for 2025, with 70% targeted on high-return projects [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the long-term fundamentals of the refining industry, anticipating that demand growth will outpace supply additions [5][19] - The company highlighted the importance of operational excellence and commercial execution to deliver peer-leading profitability [19] - Management expects crude differentials to widen in the second half of the year due to increased OPEC production and Canadian supply [30] Other Important Information - The company repaid $1.25 billion in senior notes that matured in May and MPLX redeemed $1.2 billion of senior notes scheduled to mature in June [17][18] - The company maintains a strong balance sheet with nearly $300 million in cash at the end of the quarter, supported by a $2.5 billion annual distribution from MPLX [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the 105% capture achieved in the second quarter? - Management emphasized the focus on commercial performance and sustainable changes that have led to improved results, expecting to maintain this performance in the future [23][24] Question: What is the outlook for quality discounts as OPEC increases production? - Management anticipates that differentials will widen in the second half of the year due to increased OPEC barrels and bullish Canadian production [30][31] Question: How will the California refinery closures impact the company? - Management believes the closures present opportunities, allowing access to local California crudes and enhancing competitive advantages [40][43] Question: What is the expected turnaround expense for the coming years? - Management indicated that the current turnaround expenses may be at a peak, with expectations for a decrease in future years as the backlog from COVID is addressed [48][49] Question: How does the company view return of capital and share buybacks? - Management reiterated the commitment to return all free cash flow in the form of share buybacks, supported by the growing distribution from MPLX [56][57] Question: What factors are driving the recent strength in diesel cracks? - Management cited low U.S. inventories and strong demand as key factors, with expectations for sustained premium levels through the rest of the year [96][99] Question: What led to the decision to divest the ethanol stake? - Management noted that the decision was based on a compelling offer and differing strategic goals with partners, optimizing the portfolio for future growth [100][102]
Westlake(WLK) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-05 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q2 2025, the company reported EBITDA of $350 million on net sales of $3 billion, with a net loss of $12 million or $0.09 per share [8][14] - Compared to Q2 2024, net income decreased by $325 million due to higher North American feedstock and energy costs, and lower average sales prices across segments [14][19] - The company achieved over $75 million in cost reductions towards a full-year target of $150 million to $175 million [13][21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Housing and Infrastructure Products (HIP) segment delivered EBITDA of $275 million on sales of $1.2 billion, with a 24% EBITDA margin, driven by a 14% increase in sales volumes [8][17] - The Performance and Essential Materials (PEM) segment saw sales of $1.8 billion, down $57 million from Q1 2025, with EBITDA of $52 million, significantly impacted by planned turnarounds and unplanned outages [19][18] - The HIP segment's sales volume growth was supported by increasing demand for municipal water applications, while the Building Products business faced a slowdown due to reduced residential construction activity [10][17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted a significant underspending on water infrastructure in the U.S., which is expected to support pipe and fitting sales for years to come [10] - The global manufacturing activity has been soft, leading to a cumulative impact on PEM sales volumes and pricing [11][25] - The company anticipates stable demand for PEM materials, with improved production rates expected to lead to increased sales volumes compared to Q2 2025 [25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is implementing a three-pronged profitability improvement strategy for PEM, focusing on improving plant reliability, reducing costs, and optimizing the manufacturing footprint [12][25] - The HIP segment strategy emphasizes providing products that address affordability and adapting offerings as market conditions evolve [17][22] - The company remains positive about the long-term growth outlook for HIP, expecting a 5% to 7% compound annual growth rate driven by market recovery and strategic acquisitions [24][22] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the challenging operating environment due to elevated interest rates and soft macroeconomic conditions but highlighted the resilience of the HIP segment [8][22] - The company expects the impact of production disruptions to lessen in Q3 2025, with improved sales volumes anticipated [21][25] - Management emphasized the foundational strengths of the company, including a diversified portfolio and a strong balance sheet, to create long-term value for shareholders [26] Other Important Information - The company announced the planned closure of its epoxy site in Pernice, The Netherlands, which is expected to lead to profitability in 2026 [19][20] - As of June 30, 2025, the company had cash and investments of $2.3 billion and total debt of $4.7 billion [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance on HIP margins and pricing pressures - Management indicated that margins are expected to remain in the 20% to 22% range despite lower sales guidance, reflecting the realities of the residential building market [30][32] Question: Impact of tariffs on exports - Management noted that current tariffs have not significantly impacted exports to Brazil, as customers can access duty drawbacks [34] Question: Performance in HIP and pricing pressures - Management highlighted the strength in the water business and the ability to adapt to market conditions, maintaining stable margins despite pricing pressures [38][39] Question: Planned turnarounds and cost savings - The majority of the $110 million impact from outages was due to planned turnarounds, with no major turnarounds expected in the second half of 2025 [44][45] Question: M&A opportunities in PEM - Management stated that they are open to M&A opportunities across both HIP and PEM segments, driven by valuation opportunities [50] Question: Plant reliability improvements - Management confirmed that improvements in plant reliability have been observed since late April, with expectations for continued progress in Q3 [66][67] Question: Chlor alkali supply outlook - Management expressed confidence in market stability and anticipated demand growth by the end of the decade [112]
Boise Cascade(BCC) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-05 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated second quarter sales were $1.7 billion, down 3% from 2024 [6] - Net income was $62 million or $1.64 per share, compared to $112.3 million or $2.84 per share in the prior year quarter [6] - Included in the results were a $7.7 million pre-tax gain on asset sales [6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Wood Products sales were $447.2 million, down 9% year-over-year, with segment EBITDA of $37.3 million compared to $95.1 million in the prior year [9] - Building Material Distribution (BMD) sales were $1.6 billion, down 2% year-over-year, with segment EBITDA of $91.8 million compared to $97.1 million in the prior year [11] - LVL volumes increased by 818% year-over-year, while I-joist volumes decreased by 5% [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. housing starts and single-family housing starts decreased by 18% compared to the prior year quarter [6] - Plywood sales volume was 356 million feet, down from 383 million feet in the prior year quarter [13] - BMD's gross margin was 15.4%, a 60 basis point year-over-year improvement [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on addressing near-term challenges while maintaining service standards [8] - Investments are being made to drive sustainable growth, supported by strong structural demand drivers in residential construction [8] - The modernization project at the Oakdale Mill is substantially complete, enhancing operational efficiency [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expects headwinds for residential construction activity to persist [19] - Anticipated third quarter EBITDA for Wood Products is estimated between $20 million and $30 million [19] - Long-term demand drivers for residential construction remain robust, supported by demographic trends [23] Other Important Information - Capital expenditures for the first half of 2025 were $132 million, with a capital spending range for 2025 unchanged at $220 million to $240 million [15] - The company paid $18 million in regular dividends and repurchased approximately $96 million of common stock in 2025 [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: What has driven the performance gap between LVL and I-joist volumes? - Management noted that LVL has better resiliency due to diverse application opportunities, while I-joist is more limited [27] Question: How do you see EWP pricing going forward? - Management indicated that operating rates were in the low 80s for EWP, with expectations of a potential decline in rates depending on demand [52] Question: Can you provide an update on the strike at the Billings facility? - The strike involves 19 employees and is limited to one of the 38 BMD locations, with no anticipated material impact [55]
Vitesse Energy(VTS) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-05 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q2 2025, adjusted EBITDA was $61.1 million, adjusted net income was $18.4 million, and GAAP net income was $24.7 million, all including the impact of a legal settlement [12][13] - Cash capital expenditures (CapEx) for the quarter were $35.7 million, primarily organic, funded within operating cash flows, with excess cash used to reduce debt [13] - Total debt decreased to $106 million, resulting in a net debt to adjusted annualized EBITDA ratio of 0.4 times [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Production averaged just under 19,000 barrels of oil equivalent (BOE) per day in Q2, a 27% increase from Q1, bringing year-to-date production to just under 17,000 BOE per day [9][12] - The company has 23 net wells in its development pipeline, with 7.9 net wells either drilling or completing and 15.1 net locations permitted for development [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Approximately 71% of remaining 2025 oil production is hedged at a weighted average price of $69.83 per barrel, with nearly half of the remaining natural gas production hedged with collars at a weighted average floor of $3.73 and ceiling of $5.85 per MMBtu [10][11] - For 2026, over 3,300 barrels per day and 12,700 MMBtu per day of production are hedged at $66.43 per barrel and through a costless collar of $3.72 by $4.99 per MMBtu [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on selective capital investment while generating excess free cash flow to reduce debt, with a strategy that includes organic drilling and potential acquisitions that meet strict return hurdles [6][7] - The Board declared a third-quarter dividend at an annual rate of $2.25 per share, indicating a commitment to maintaining shareholder returns [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to perform in a subdued oil price market while being prepared for price increases [5] - The company maintained its annual production guidance for 2025 in the range of 15,000 to 17,000 BOE per day, anticipating an oil cut of 64% to 68% [14] Other Important Information - A one-time cash payment of $24 million was received from a legal settlement, recorded as revenue and to offset litigation costs [10] - The company has seen improved general and administrative (G&A) costs, with expectations for further declines as production scales up [35] Q&A Session Summary Question: Production expectations for the remainder of the year - Management maintained guidance, noting strong Q2 performance but some wells were turned down sooner than expected, leading to cautious optimism for the second half [18][20][22] Question: Update on acquisition pipeline - Management indicated robust activity in organic development but noted that no acquisitions have met their return hurdles yet, remaining optimistic about future opportunities [23][25] Question: Chances of hitting the low end of guidance - Management stated minimal chances of hitting the low end of guidance, emphasizing strong momentum going into the second half [29][30][31] Question: Cost structure and G&A run rate - Management acknowledged increased LOE costs due to operational adjustments post-acquisition and projected a decline in G&A costs as production scales up [32][34][35] Question: Implications of taking gas in kind - Management expects better terms under new gas contracts compared to historical costs, projecting improvements in cash flow [36][37] Question: Activity levels post-Chevron acquisition of Hess - Management speculated that Chevron's acquisition could lead to increased activity in the Bakken, based on their previous performance in other regions [44][45] Question: Opportunities in Bakken - Management highlighted ongoing improvements in capital efficiency and production capabilities in the Bakken, indicating a positive outlook for future operations [46][47]
Banco Latinoamericano de ercio Exterior(BLX) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-05 16:00
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (BLX) Q2 2025 Earnings Call August 05, 2025 11:00 AM ET Speaker0Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to BLADEX Second Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. A slide presentation is accompanying today's webcast and is also available on the Investors section of the company's website, www.bladex.com. There will be an opportunity for you to ask questions at the end of today's presentation. Please note, today's conference call is being recorded. ...
ONEOK(OKE) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-05 16:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The second quarter adjusted EBITDA increased by 12% compared to the first quarter, reaching $1,980,000,000, or $2,000,000,000 when excluding transaction costs of $21,000,000 [4][7] - Net income attributable to ONEOK totaled $841,000,000, or $1.34 per share, representing a more than 30% increase compared to the first quarter [7] - The company ended the second quarter with $97,000,000 in cash and no borrowings under its $3,500,000,000 credit facility, having reduced senior notes by nearly $600,000,000 during the quarter [8] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) raw feed throughput volumes increased by 18% compared to the first quarter, with Rocky Mountain Region volumes averaging nearly 470,000 barrels per day, a record for the region [12][13] - Refined product volumes increased sequentially as seasonal demand picked up, with diesel and aviation fuel volumes remaining strong [16] - Natural gas processing volumes increased by 9% in the Mid Continent region compared to the first quarter, reflecting resilience in producer activity [21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is monitoring 2026 market dynamics closely while executing its growth strategy, with a focus on high return organic projects [5][9] - The Permian Basin continues to be a key area of strategic growth, with the company reaching 1,600,000,000 cubic feet per day in July [19] - The overall decrease in crude volumes compared to 2025 was primarily due to low margin exchange volumes, which have significantly lower rates than wellhead gathering or long haul shipments [18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company announced a final investment decision on a new natural gas processing plant in the Permian's Delaware Basin, expanding its presence in a key strategic area [5][6] - ONEOK remains focused on capital allocation discipline and is committed to investing in infrastructure that strengthens energy security and resilience [10][24] - The company expects to realize approximately $250,000,000 of synergies in 2025, with significant additional contributions expected in 2026 [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the resilience of the energy sector, supported by domestic and global demand for U.S. energy [4][5] - The outlook for 2026 adjusted EBITDA is expected to be adjusted downward by approximately 2% or $200,000,000 due to current commodity prices and resulting spread differentials [9] - Management highlighted the importance of safety, integrity, and responsibility in operations, with a commitment to sustainability [25] Other Important Information - The company expects to benefit from more than $1,300,000,000 in lower cash taxes over the next five years due to recent tax legislation [10] - The company is actively engaged in discussions with over 30 different parties regarding industrial demand related to data centers and AI [35] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more color on the 2026 outlook and how much growth is hardwired by contractual volumes? - Management acknowledged the volatility in the market and noted that the 2026 outlook was adjusted down by around 2% due to spread differentials and producer activity [29][32] Question: Can you elaborate on the natural gas business and its performance? - Management indicated that the natural gas business is performing well, with ongoing integration of EnLink assets leading to significant opportunities [36][37] Question: What specific opportunities are driving synergy capture? - Management highlighted the connection of NGL assets to refining products assets as a key driver for increased volume and reduced costs [41][43] Question: Can you discuss the performance of BridgeTex and its outlook? - Management noted that increasing volumes on BridgeTex are expected as it connects to the East Houston facility, enhancing value through integrated operations [60][62] Question: How is the commercialization progress for the Texas City terminal? - Management reported strong interest in the Texas City terminal due to its premium location, with rates in line with estimated economics [50][52] Question: What is the current status of the Elk Creek pipeline expansion? - Management confirmed that the Elk Creek pipeline expansion is completed, with a capacity of over 400,000 barrels per day [78] Question: Can you provide an update on the new processing plant in the Permian? - Management stated that the new processing plant will include infrastructure for CO2 treatment and is expected to enhance overall economics [100][101]
Graham(GHM) - 2026 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-05 16:00
Graham (GHM) Q1 2026 Earnings Call August 05, 2025 11:00 AM ET Speaker0Good day, and welcome to Graham Corporation first quarter twenty twenty six financial results conference call. All participants will be in a listen only mode. Should you need assistance, please signal a conference specialist by pressing the star keys followed by zero. After today's presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions. To ask a question, you may press star then one on your touch tone phone.Please note, this event i ...