Eco Wave Power AB (publ)(WAVE) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-12 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, Ecowave Power recorded a net loss of $500,005, an improvement from $527,000 in the same period last year, reflecting ongoing cost discipline while supporting project development [2][6] - Operating expenses increased to $765,000 from $659,000 in Q1 2024, primarily due to growth in engineering and execution work related to projects in Los Angeles and Portugal [3] - Cash and short-term deposits as of March 31, 2025, were $8,800,000, down from $9,300,000 at the end of 2024, attributed to development stage spending [4] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Los Angeles, the company moved from permitting to production, with a floater manufacturing agreement signed in April, expected to be completed by the end of Q2 2025 [6][7] - In Portugal, engineering designs were finalized, and groundwork has begun under a 20 megawatt concession agreement, with equipment procurement and installation anticipated later this year [7] - The AWP EDF-one installation at Jaffa Port in Israel logged zero downtime in Q1, with successful testing of 10 floaters demonstrating an average power output of 13 kilowatts [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Partnerships in India and Taiwan reached new milestones, with a site assessment planned at the Mumbai oil terminal and a sale agreement in Taiwan moving into the detailed permitting phase [7][8] - The company anticipates a purchase order in Q2 for the Indian project, indicating progress in international markets [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on maintaining a healthy balance sheet while advancing the commercialization of its wave energy technology [4] - An advisory board was established to strengthen governance and strategic direction, with a member appointed who has extensive experience in energy and sustainability [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to continue investing in its global pipeline while preserving flexibility for new opportunities [6] - The company remains committed to building a diversified and resilient wave energy business, with expectations for further progress throughout the year [10] Other Important Information - The company is focusing its R&D efforts in 2025 on reducing floater costs and streamlining installation processes [8] Q&A Session Summary - No specific questions or answers were recorded in the provided content, as the call concluded without a Q&A segment [11]
United Parks & Resorts(PRKS) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-12 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, total revenue was $286.9 million, a decrease of $10.5 million or 3.5% compared to Q1 2024, primarily due to decreases in admissions per capita and attendance [18][21] - Attendance decreased by approximately 59,000 guests or 1.7% year-over-year, with the Easter shift impacting attendance by about 140,000 guests [19][21] - Adjusted EBITDA was $67.4 million, a decrease of $11.7 million compared to the prior year, influenced by revenue declines and timing-related expenses [21][22] - The net loss for Q1 2025 was $16.1 million, compared to a net loss of $11.2 million in Q1 2024 [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In-park per capita spending increased by 1.1%, marking growth for 19 of the last 20 quarters [6][21] - Total revenue per capita decreased by 1.8%, with admissions per capita down 4.2% due to a shift in peak visitation days [19][21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - April 2025 attendance was up 8.1% compared to April 2024, indicating a positive trend despite the Q1 challenges [6][21] - Year-to-date attendance through April showed approximately 1.3% growth on a fiscal basis [19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on significant investments in new rides, attractions, and events to enhance guest experience and drive revenue [6][10] - There are ongoing discussions regarding integrating branded hotels into parks and unlocking the value of owned real estate [11][12] - The company is pursuing sponsorship opportunities, expecting to generate over $20 million in high-margin revenue over time [12][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving new records in revenue and adjusted EBITDA for 2025, with 75% of historical attendance and revenue opportunities still ahead [7][17] - The company is optimistic about the impact of new attractions and events, as well as the potential increase in visitors due to competitive attractions in the area [35][66] Other Important Information - The balance sheet remains strong, with a net total leverage ratio of 3.1 times and approximately $764 million in total available liquidity [14][22] - The company repurchased 100,000 shares for approximately $4.6 million during the first quarter, indicating confidence in the stock's valuation [16][22] Q&A Session Summary Question: How does the company plan to bridge the Q1 EBITDA loss to expected record levels? - Management highlighted strong April performance, with attendance up over 8%, and emphasized upcoming new rides and attractions as key drivers for growth [31][33] Question: What was the impact of Easter on April attendance? - Management noted that April's attendance benefited from the Easter shift, with additional attendance beyond that expected from the holiday [43] Question: How are international sales performing? - International ticket sales are up low single digits year-over-year, with group bookings also running ahead of last year [50][53] Question: What are the expectations regarding labor costs due to competition from Epic? - Management acknowledged planned labor increases but stated they have effectively managed costs and matched labor needs to attendance forecasts [82][83] Question: What is the company's strategy regarding capital allocation and buybacks? - Management indicated a focus on maximizing shareholder returns and mentioned that they are comfortable with the current leverage ratio while considering future buybacks [87][89]
U.S. Energy (USEG) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-12 14:00
US Energy (USEG) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 12, 2025 09:00 AM ET Speaker0 Greetings, and welcome to the U. S. Energy Corporation's First Quarter twenty twenty five Results Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. A brief question and answer session will follow the formal presentation. As a reminder, this conference is being recorded. It is now my pleasure to introduce your host, Mason Maguire, Vice President of Finance and Strategy. Thank you, sir. You may begin. Speaker1 Th ...
Redwire (RDW) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-12 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Redwire recorded revenues of $61.4 million, a decrease both sequentially and year-over-year [23] - Adjusted EBITDA improved sequentially from a negative $9.2 million in Q4 2024 to a negative $2.3 million in Q1 2025 [24] - The net loss was $2.9 million, showing a significant sequential improvement of over $60 million [25] - Total liquidity reached $89.2 million, a 39.2% improvement from $64.1 million at the end of the previous year [25] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Contract awards in Q1 2025 were $56.2 million with a book-to-bill ratio of 0.92x, showing significant improvement [18] - Backlog remained relatively flat at $291.2 million as of March 31, 2025, with 37% or $107.2 million from international operations in Europe [19] - The company saw key wins in the European market, including contracts for the International Birthing and Docking Mechanism and the Arrakis mission study [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted delays in awards in the U.S. Government market due to transitions in key decision-makers and budget uncertainties [19] - There is an estimated $6 billion of identified opportunities in the pipeline, with approximately $5 billion in proposals submitted during Q1 2025 [20] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Redwire's 2025 growth strategy focuses on five key principles: providing foundational products, delivering multi-domain platforms, exploring lunar and Martian missions, unlocking venture optionality, and executing accretive M&A [4][5] - The company aims to capitalize on increased European independence in space and defense, while also addressing U.S. defense spending pressures [38] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about future U.S. National security space and defense budgets despite current delays [20] - The company reaffirmed its combined revenue forecast for 2025 to be in the range of $535 million to $605 million, representing a 52.9% compound annual growth rate from FY 2023 to FY 2025 [28] Other Important Information - Redwire's supply chain is resilient, with a U.S.-based supply chain for domestic customers and a European-based supply chain for international clients, mitigating tariff impacts [14] - The company is actively pursuing multiple opportunities related to the Golden Dome defense initiative [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Risks associated with Europe's increased independence in Space and Defense - Management acknowledged that Europe is investing more in independent space programs, which could create new opportunities despite potential shifts in U.S.-European partnerships [36][38] Question: Changes in U.S. Government program prioritization - Management noted that the current environment is dynamic, with some programs being deprioritized while others, like Golden Dome, are prioritized [40] Question: Edge Autonomy acquisition and its impact - Management highlighted that drones are becoming a significant part of defense spending, particularly in the U.S. and European markets, and Edge Autonomy will enhance capabilities in this area [46][48] Question: Details on Edge Autonomy's performance and pipeline - Management refrained from disclosing specific Q1 performance metrics for Edge but noted an increase in its backlog to $99.4 million [57] Question: Future deals focus between space and unmanned systems - Management indicated a balanced approach, being opportunistic across both segments while ensuring acquisitions are accretive [90][92]
Fortrea (FTRE) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-12 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the first quarter of 2025, revenues were $651.3 million, a decline of 1.6% year-over-year, primarily due to varying late-stage clinical service fee wins and a slowing backlog burn rate [32][33] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $30.3 million, compared to $27.1 million in the prior year period, indicating year-over-year growth [32][37] - The net loss for the first quarter was $562.9 million, significantly higher than the net loss of $79.8 million in the prior year, mainly due to a goodwill impairment charge of $488.8 million [38][39] - The book-to-bill ratio for the quarter was 1.02 times, with a trailing twelve-month ratio of 1.14 times [6][37] - The backlog grew by 4% over the past twelve months, totaling over $7.7 billion [37] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The clinical pharmacology business saw increases in service fee and pass-through revenues, contributing positively to overall performance [33][37] - The company is experiencing a shift towards biotech, with a solid pipeline of opportunities, although some biotech customers are being more cautious due to funding concerns [10][11][46] - The full-service outsourcing business has shown success, with notable achievements such as completing recruitment for a renal product ahead of schedule and accelerating timelines for cancer studies [19][45] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The market environment remains competitive but stable, with larger customers maintaining consistent opportunities and spending [10][46] - There is a noted increase in caution among biotech customers regarding funding and regulatory confirmations, which is impacting decision-making timelines [11][90] - The pricing environment is competitive, but there is no notable lack of discipline around pricing [76] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on improving customer relationships and enhancing its commercial strategy, including the incorporation of AI to increase efficiency [15][26] - A transformation year is anticipated for 2025, with goals to improve gross margins and reduce SG&A costs [16][48] - The company aims to achieve a 1.2 times book-to-bill ratio over time, although current economic uncertainties make it difficult to predict new business wins [46] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's resilience and ability to navigate challenges, emphasizing the importance of innovation in drug development [12][51] - The company is targeting operating cash flow to be positive for the remainder of 2025, driven by improving DSO and adjusted EBITDA [41][86] - There is an expectation for SG&A improvements to be more pronounced in the latter half of the year as efficiency programs take effect [80] Other Important Information - The company has reduced its permanent headcount by over 8% in the past year to align costs with revenue [34][48] - A significant goodwill impairment charge was recorded due to uncertain macroeconomic conditions and a decline in share price [38] - The company has initiated transformation programs to reduce personnel costs and optimize operational expenditures [48][50] Q&A Session Summary Question: Revenue expectations and cadence - The first quarter revenue was better than expected, but guidance suggests revenue may be flat to down for the rest of the year, with margin expansion expected to be gradual [58][64] Question: Clinical pharmacology RFP volume and win rates - The clinical pharmacology business remains strong, with a return of the pipeline, and efforts are being made to convert pass-through work into revenue [67][68] Question: Bookings backdrop and competition - The biotech pipeline is growing, but there is increased caution regarding funding and decision-making timelines, with competition remaining disciplined in pricing [70][76] Question: SG&A expectations - Marginal improvement in SG&A is expected in the second quarter, with more significant improvements anticipated in the latter half of the year [78][80] Question: Cash flow improvement and DSO expectations - DSOs are expected to improve over the year, targeting low to mid-40s by year-end, with cash flow expected to be positive in Q3 and Q4 [85][86] Question: Biotech funding concerns - There is caution among biotech customers regarding funding, leading to slower decision-making, but the pipeline remains strong [90][92]
CNH Industrial N.V.(CNH) - 2025 FY - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-12 14:00
CNH Industrial (CNH) FY 2025 Annual General Meeting May 12, 2025 09:00 AM ET Speaker0 On behalf of the Board of the company, I, Dirk Jan Smidder, Freshfields Amsterdam Civil Law Notary, as Chair of this meeting, would like to welcome you to the CNH Industrial NV Annual General Meeting of Shareholders. I note that this meeting is broadcasted live through webcast on the website of the company. I welcome and thank also all those who are connected via webcast. Mr. Suzanne Haywood, Chair and Mr. Garrett Marks, C ...
Neuraxis(NRXS) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-12 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue in Q1 2025 was $896,000, up 39% compared to $647,000 in Q1 2024 [25] - Unit sales increased approximately 46% due to growth from patients with full insurance reimbursement coverage and the company's financial assistance program [25] - Gross margin in Q1 2025 was 84.4%, down from 88.4% in Q4 2024, attributed to a higher growth rate of discounted financial assistance patients [26][27] - Operating loss for Q1 2025 was $2,300,000, an increase of 25% compared to a $1,800,000 loss in Q1 2024 [29] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported significant growth in the IV stim technology, with a 39% growth in Q1 2025 [9] - The rectal expulsion device (RED) received FDA clearance and is currently in a soft launch phase, expected to enhance revenue opportunities [15][21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total covered lives increased from approximately 4 million a year ago to about 51 million today, indicating a substantial expansion in market access [11] - The company is focused on achieving blanket insurance coverage and the implementation of a category one CPT code effective January 1, 2026, which is critical for scaling operations [10][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to achieve cash flow breakeven and profitability by focusing on insurance policy coverage and the category one CPT code [20][24] - The strategy includes leveraging strong published data to drive insurance expansion, leading to sustainable revenues and margins [8][20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about continued revenue growth due to the expected publication of guidelines and the implementation of the CPT code [32][34] - The company anticipates that as insurance coverage increases, the percentage of sales through full-price purchase orders will also rise, enhancing revenue potential [19][20] Other Important Information - The company is currently managing a legal settlement from 2019, which will be paid in installments starting January 2026, allowing the company to move forward without the burden of ongoing litigation [42][45] - The company has made strides in expanding its insurance coverage, which is expected to positively impact sales volume in the coming quarters [26] Q&A Session Summary Question: When do you expect the guidelines to be published? - Guidelines are expected to be published by the end of the month, which will lead to increased orders based on policy coverage [32][33] Question: How do you see your operating expenses in the near and medium term? - Operating expenses are expected to increase as investments in sales and marketing are necessary to meet upcoming demand, but as a percentage of sales, they are expected to decrease [35][37] Question: Can you provide more details on the RED technology? - The response to the RED technology has been stronger than expected, and the company is optimistic about its commercial execution despite the slow uptake in revenue [38][40] Question: Can you provide details on the legal settlement? - The legal settlement amounts to $750,000, to be paid in equal monthly installments starting January 2026, which the company views as a positive step to eliminate legal risks [42][45]
Caledonia Mining Plc(CMCL) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-12 14:00
Caledonia Mining Corporation (CMCL) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 12, 2025 09:00 AM ET Speaker0 Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Caledonia Mining Q1 Results Presentation. I'd like to hand over to Mark Learmonth, CEO. Mark, please go ahead. Speaker1 Thank you. If we could go to the disclaimer page, please, on forward looking statement. Okay. So the standard disclaimer forward looking statement, which I'll see everybody will will will take no time. Can we just go to the presentation team next, please? Okay. I ...
Seadrill(SDRL) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-12 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Seadrill reported total operating revenues of $335 million for Q1 2025, an increase of $46 million from the prior quarter [25] - Adjusted EBITDA was $73 million, up from $28 million in the previous quarter [27] - Economic utilization for the quarter was 84%, impacted by downtime in three rigs in Brazil [7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Contract drilling revenues increased by $44 million sequentially to $248 million due to additional operating days [25] - Vessel and rig operating expenses rose by $15 million to $179 million due to increased operating days across the fleet [26] - Management contract expenses decreased by $6 million to $45 million, largely due to timing of project spending [26] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Global macro uncertainty and OPEC's decision to increase supply have negatively impacted commodity prices and client investment confidence [8] - Offshore sanctioning activity is forecasted to double in 2026 and 2027 compared to 2025, with a significant portion of projects being economically viable above $50 per barrel [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to prioritize margins and cash flow over utilization to create long-term value for shareholders [12] - Seadrill is focused on high specification floaters and deepwater basins, maintaining a strong balance sheet and durable backlog [30] - The company is actively pursuing opportunities in the second half of 2025 and 2026, despite current market volatility [29] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in future demand for deepwater drilling, citing the need for investment to offset depletion [9] - The company is encouraged by ongoing dialogues with clients for upcoming contract opportunities [8] - Management acknowledged the current market's volatility but remains optimistic about securing contracts for their rigs [61] Other Important Information - Seadrill closed Q1 2025 with cash of $430 million and a backlog of $2.8 billion extending through 2028 and into 2029 [12] - The company is engaged in voluntary mediation with Petrobras regarding delayed penalty notices [13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Shift in client interest towards performance-based contracts - Management noted that performance-based contracts are not new and they are open to such arrangements for the right clients and rigs [36] Question: Costs associated with stacking the Capella rig - Management indicated they are currently reducing costs while pursuing contracting opportunities and have not yet moved to cold stack the rig [38] Question: Decision process for stacking versus keeping a rig warm - Management emphasized the importance of being decisive and disciplined in removing supply from the market when necessary [41] Question: Confidence in securing contracts for the second half of 2025 - Management expressed confidence in their assets and the ongoing market dynamics, indicating they are actively pursuing opportunities [61] Question: Need to compete on price - Management stated that performance remains a key differentiator and they are not feeling pressured to lower prices significantly [63]
Surgery Partners(SGRY) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-12 13:32
Surgery Partners (SGRY) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 12, 2025 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Dave Doherty - EVP & CFOEric Evans - CEOBenjamin Rossi - Equity Research AssociateAndrew Mott - Director, Team Leader and Co-Head of Private BankA.J. Rice - Managing DirectorWhit Mayo - Senior Managing DirectorBen Hendrix - Vice President Conference Call Participants Brian Tanquilut - Equity Research Analyst - Healthcare ServicesJoanna Gajuk - Equity Research AnalystSarah James - Managing Director & Equity Analyst - ...