Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Cotera Energy reported revenues of $1.7 billion for the quarter, with 52% coming from oil production, reflecting a 7% increase in oil contribution quarter over quarter [15][18] - Net income was $511 million or $0.67 per share, while adjusted net income was $367 million or $0.48 per share for the quarter [15][18] - Cash operating costs totaled $9.34 per BOE, down 6% quarter over quarter [15][18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Oil production was 2% above the midpoint of guidance, while natural gas production exceeded the high end of guidance due to outperformance in all business units [14][15] - The Permian had 49 net turn in lines, Anadarko had 9, and Marcellus had 3 during the quarter [14][15] - The company expects total production to average between 740 and 790 MBOE per day for the year, with oil between 158 and 168 MBO per day and natural gas between 2.75 and 2.9 Bcf per day [16][17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - There has been a weakening in natural gas prices and a softening of oil markets due to the cessation of OPEC plus curtailments [8][9] - The company maintains a steady operational cadence despite commodity price fluctuations, supported by its asset quality and capital allocation discipline [8][9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Cotera aims to grow free cash flow and demonstrate its durability, with a focus on maintaining a low reinvestment rate of around 50% of cash flow [10][18] - The company is committed to a fortress balance sheet, prioritizing deleveraging and shareholder returns through dividends and share repurchases [20][21] - Cotera plans to maintain consistent activity across its business units, with a focus on capital efficiency and cost reductions [22][23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the long-term prospects for the industry and Cotera, despite facing headwinds [11][12] - The company anticipates a gradual recovery in oil production from the Wyndham Row wells, with a conservative approach to future forecasts [36][37] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining operational consistency and capital efficiency in a volatile market [80][82] Other Important Information - The company announced a quarterly dividend of $0.22 per share, representing one of the highest yielding base dividends in the industry at over 3.5% [20] - Cotera has repaid $350 million of its outstanding term loans in 2025, with plans to fully repay the remaining $650 million during the year [20][21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide an update on the Harkey issues and production timeline? - Management indicated that remediation efforts have been successful, and while production will take time to return to optimal levels, they are optimistic about the Harkey program moving forward [35][36] Question: Is now the right time to lean into the gas program given current production levels? - Management noted that they see growing demand with LNG exports and believe their Marcellus program offers the best returns currently [37][38] Question: What are the expectations for oil growth in the second half of the year? - Management expressed high confidence in achieving their oil guidance, citing a strong pipeline of high working interest projects coming online [42][44] Question: How does the company view the potential for federal lease sales in New Mexico? - Management hopes to be competitive in future federal lease sales, which they view as a desirable opportunity [90][91] Question: What is the strategy regarding share buybacks and debt repayment? - Management emphasized that debt repayment is a priority, but they also see potential for increased buyback activity in the latter half of the year as cash flow remains strong [88][89]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue increased by 14% to $761 million, driven by a 14% increase in membership dues and enrollment fees, and a 14.4% increase in in-center revenue [5][6] - Net income for the quarter was $72.1 million, an increase of 36.5%, including approximately $9 million of tax-effective losses on sale leaseback [6][7] - Adjusted net income was $84.1 million, up 60.5% year over year, while adjusted EBITDA increased by 21.6% to $211 million [7][8] - Free cash flow was $112 million for the second quarter, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of positive free cash flow [8] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Memberships reached over 849,000, with total memberships, including on-hold memberships, at approximately 899,000 [6] - Average monthly dues grew by 10.6% year over year to $219, and average revenue per center membership was $888, an increase of 11.8% from the prior year quarter [6][7] - Comparable center revenue grew by 11.2%, prompting an increase in full-year comparable center revenue guidance to between 9.5% and 10% [5][6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Lifetime Digital accounts increased by 216% year over year to 2.3 million [11] - The nutritional supplement line saw revenue growth of 31% compared to the prior year quarter [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on growth, with plans to accelerate the development of new club openings, targeting 12 to 14 openings in 2026 [11] - The company aims to maintain a strong balance sheet and has achieved a BB credit rating, which will help lower interest costs and increase earnings [10] - The company is committed to an asset-light, high-margin expansion strategy to drive sustained revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the strong performance and growth opportunities ahead, noting that visits per membership are up 5.7% year over year [10] - The management team emphasized that they are not seeing any signs of weakness in membership or revenue growth, despite typical seasonal fluctuations [20][30] - The company is focused on maintaining a strong customer experience and is cautious about overextending membership growth to ensure quality [43][52] Other Important Information - The company closed on the sale leaseback of three properties, generating net proceeds of approximately $149 million [9] - The company plans to close another $100 million in sale leaseback transactions in the second half of the year [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: How did new membership sign-ups track through the quarter? - Management noted that membership sign-ups were slightly slower in the first half of the quarter but picked up significantly in the latter half, resulting in a strong finish [16][18] Question: Any further commentary on monetizing membership? - Management indicated that revenue per membership increased nearly 12%, reflecting effective monetization strategies [22] Question: Clarification on unit guidance and timing shifts? - Management explained that the narrowing of unit guidance was due to a focus on existing spaces and ensuring financial stability, with a robust pipeline for future growth [26][27] Question: Expectations for membership in the back half of the year? - Management expects typical seasonality to affect membership numbers, but they are not seeing any signs of weakness [30][32] Question: How does the waitlist affect member growth? - Management clarified that waitlists are a tool for managing member experience and should not be viewed as a KPI [50][52] Question: Insights on average revenue per membership growth? - Management reported no signs of fatigue among demographics and emphasized strong performance across all business areas [60] Question: Trends in in-center revenue and initiatives? - Management highlighted growth in personal training and nutritional products, with plans for further expansion in these areas [66][70] Question: Pricing strategies for legacy members? - Management confirmed that pricing adjustments for legacy members were consistent with their strategy and that they remain optimistic about comp sales growth [78] Question: Pipeline for new clubs beyond 2026? - Management indicated a solid pipeline and expects to maintain growth of at least 10 to 12 clubs per year [81][82]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenues for the second quarter were $8.6 billion, a decrease of 2% compared to 2024 [9] - EBITDA was $1.6 billion or 18.4% of sales, compared to $1.3 billion or 15.3% a year ago, indicating an increase in profitability [18] - Gross margin improved by 150 basis points year over year, reaching 26.4% of sales [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Engine segment revenues were $2.9 billion, down 8% from a year ago, with EBITDA at 13.8% [22] - Components revenue decreased by 9% to $2.7 billion, but EBITDA improved to 14.7% [22] - Distribution segment revenues increased by 7% to $3 billion, with record EBITDA of $445 million, improving to 14.6% of sales [23] - Power Systems segment revenues rose by 19% to $1.9 billion, with record EBITDA of $433 million, increasing to 22.8% of sales [24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America revenues decreased by 6% compared to 2024, with heavy-duty truck industry production down 27% [10] - International revenues increased by 5%, with China revenues at $1.8 billion, up 9% due to strong domestic demand [11] - In China, industry demand for medium and heavy-duty trucks increased by 13%, with unit sales up 31% [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on its Destination Zero strategy, introducing new products in the Power Systems segment to meet growing power demands [8] - A 10% increase in quarterly dividends was announced, marking the sixteenth consecutive year of dividend increases [8] - The company aims to maintain operational efficiency and invest in capacity expansion to support future growth [32] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management anticipates a continued decline in North America heavy and medium-duty truck volumes by 25% to 30% in the third quarter [14] - The company is navigating uncertainties related to tariffs and trade policies, which are impacting freight activity and costs [15] - Despite challenges, management remains confident in the strength of the power generation market and the company's diversified global business [17] Other Important Information - The company returned $251 million to shareholders in dividends, consistent with its long-term plan to return approximately 50% of operating cash flow [9] - Joint venture income increased to $118 million, driven by higher volumes in China [20] - Operating cash flow was an inflow of $785 million, compared to an outflow of $851 million a year ago [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Comments on Power Systems margins sustainability - Management expressed satisfaction with Power Systems performance, indicating ongoing operational improvements and strong demand [30][31] Question: Backlog and pricing flexibility in Power Systems - The company confirmed a backlog extending out two years and ongoing negotiations for tariff recovery with customers [35] Question: Data center market growth and sales expectations - Management reaffirmed expectations for $2 billion in sales from data centers by 2026, maintaining a strong market position [39][41] Question: Distribution margins and component side performance - Management noted that distribution margins benefited from strong parts demand and pricing, while component margins improved despite sales declines [44][46] Question: North America truck market cycle outlook - Management highlighted uncertainty in the truck market due to low orders and regulatory factors, making future predictions challenging [50][52] Question: Capital allocation and share buybacks - The company plans to maintain a long-term benchmark of returning at least 50% of operating cash flow to shareholders, with a focus on effective capital allocation [87][88] Question: Tariff impacts and recovery timeline - Management indicated that tariffs negatively impacted profitability in the second quarter, but they expect to approach price-cost neutrality by the fourth quarter [95][97]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted EPS grew 25% to $1.62, supported by 7% net revenue growth and significant year-over-year margin expansion [4][6] - Adjusted EBITDA increased by more than 13% to $314 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 14.1%, an increase of 80 basis points year-over-year [14][15] - Consolidated backlog rose 14% year-over-year to a record $22.7 billion, with a trailing twelve-month book-to-bill ratio of 1.2x [15][22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Water and Environmental adjusted net revenue grew over 5% in Q3, with expectations for similar growth in Q4 [16] - Life Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing adjusted net revenue also increased approximately 5% in Q3, with anticipated growth in Q4 [16] - Critical Infrastructure adjusted net revenue rose over 6% year-on-year, with Energy and Power being the fastest-growing sector [17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Strong demand in the water sector, with significant project wins in wastewater treatment and environmental modernization [9][12] - Data centers are becoming the fastest-growing submarket, with increased scope in power and water requirements [10][29] - Growth in transportation and energy sectors in Europe and the Middle East, driven by stabilization in government budgets [55] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to redefine the asset lifecycle, focusing on expanding addressable markets with core clients [8][25] - Continued investment in digital twin technologies and partnerships, such as with NVIDIA, to enhance service offerings [10][30] - The strategy includes leveraging global expertise in capital project execution to meet energy and sustainability goals [12][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management feels positive about the operating environment, citing secular growth drivers in various sectors [5][22] - The company expects to build on strong Q3 performance into Q4 and fiscal year 2026, with revenue growth anticipated to exceed fiscal year 2025 [23][24] - Management highlighted the importance of backlog growth and pipeline strength as indicators of future success [25] Other Important Information - Free cash flow for Q3 was $271 million, with significant share repurchases and capital returns to shareholders [20][21] - The company is on track to return over 100% of adjusted free cash flow in fiscal year 2025 [21][22] - The updated outlook for fiscal year 2025 includes adjusted net revenue growth of approximately 5.5% and adjusted EPS in the range of $6 to $6.1 [22] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you expand on the data center submarket growth? - The company is seeing increased scope in data center projects, including power and water requirements, and is expanding its delivery model to full project delivery [29][30] Question: What is the makeup of the backlog and the expected pace of burn? - The backlog is growing in advanced facilities and water sectors, with longer duration projects expected to provide visibility beyond fiscal year 2026 [32][35] Question: How do you assess the impact of new federal policies on business? - The company sees stability in state and local government spending, particularly in transportation and water, as a net positive for business [40][42] Question: What are the expected one-time costs associated with the separation? - One-time restructuring costs are expected to be between $75 million and $95 million, significantly lower than the previous fiscal year [45][46] Question: What is the outlook for fiscal year 2026 growth? - The company expects growth in fiscal year 2026 to exceed that of fiscal year 2025, driven by life sciences, data centers, and water sectors [49][51] Question: How is the environmental sector performing? - The environmental sector experienced a slowdown but is expected to recover as regulatory environments stabilize [97] Question: What is the status of the investment in PA Consulting? - The dialogue with PA Consulting continues positively, with a focus on performance and synergistic value moving forward [100][101]

Marriott Vacations Worldwide (VAC) Q2 2025 Earnings Call August 05, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsNeal Goldner - VP - IRJohn Geller - CEO, President & DirectorJason Marino - EVP & CFOC. Patrick Scholes - Managing Director - Lodging & Leisure Equity ResearchBrandt Montour - Director - Equity ResearchDavid Katz - Managing DirectorConference Call ParticipantsBenjamin Chaiken - Equity AnalystStephen Grambling - MD & Senior Equity Research AnalystOperatorGreetings, and welcome to the Marriott Vacations Wo ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Mineral royalty production was 33,200 BOE per day in Q2 2025, with total production volumes at 34,600 BOE per day [9] - Net income for Q2 was $120 million, with adjusted EBITDA at $84.2 million [9] - Distributable cash flow for the quarter was $74.8 million, representing 1.18 times coverage [10] - A distribution of $0.30 per unit was declared for the quarter, equating to $1.20 on an annualized basis [9][10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - 55% of oil and gas revenue in the quarter came from oil and condensate production [9] - The company added 31 million in royalty acquisitions during the quarter, bringing total acquisitions since September 2023 to approximately $172 million [6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company expects production growth in 2026 of an incremental 3,000 to 5,000 BOE per day over the revised guidance for 2025 [10][11] - The outlook for natural gas remains robust, supported by growing global demand for LNG [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on expanding its drilling obligations in the Shelby Trough, which is expected to more than double over the next five years [6] - The grassroots acquisition program is progressing well, with ongoing marketing efforts in the Shelby Trough [5][6] - The company aims to maintain a clean balance sheet and ample liquidity to support its commercial strategy, including targeted grassroots acquisitions [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in production growth in 2026 and beyond, despite slower natural gas production growth in 2025 [10][11] - The company is optimistic about the outlook for the partnership, citing strong demand and ongoing development agreements [7][11] Other Important Information - The company has restructured its agreement with Aethon, reducing the number of wells from mid-20s to high teens per year, which is expected to impact production volumes [27] - The company is actively working to place strategically important acreage with other operators [27] Q&A Session Summary Question: Activity response to higher natural gas prices and production trajectory - Management noted subdued activity in the first half of the year but is excited about upcoming development agreements and ongoing activity in the Shelby Trough [14][15][17] Question: Comparison of geology in Shelby Trough and Western Haynesville - Management highlighted analogous subsurface characteristics and increasing productivity in the Western Haynesville, which could benefit the Shelby Trough [18][19] Question: Updated production guidance and activity in Haynesville - Management explained that the restructuring of agreements and strategic decisions have led to a slower production ramp-up, but they anticipate significant well activity in the coming years [27][29] Question: Production outlook and oil volumes - Management indicated that oil volumes are expected to be around 25% to 26% as they look towards 2026, with contributions from various projects [35]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - JBT reported total revenue of $935 million for the second quarter, exceeding the midpoint of guidance by approximately $35 million, driven by higher recurring revenue and favorable foreign exchange [11][12] - Adjusted EBITDA margin for the second quarter was 16.7%, outperforming guidance by about 180 basis points, primarily due to a favorable mix of higher recurring revenue and productivity improvements [12][14] - Adjusted EPS for the second quarter was $1.49, with GAAP EPS at $0.07, reflecting an impairment charge of $11 million on a joint venture investment [13][14] - The company ended the quarter with a backlog of $1.4 billion, providing significant support for revenue conversion in the latter half of the year [8][15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - JBT segment revenue increased by 13% year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA of $82 million and an adjusted EBITDA margin improvement of 220 basis points to 18% [13][14] - Morell segment revenue was $480 million, with adjusted EBITDA of $75 million, representing a margin of 15.5%, attributed to integration synergies and favorable revenue mix [14] - The poultry industry, as the largest end market, continued to see strong equipment investment, with a positive pipeline expected to support growth into next year [6][8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - EMEA was the strongest region for demand, while North America experienced relative softness [7] - Latin America showed strong performance, and Asia Pacific remained choppy [8] - The company noted healthy order bookings despite a dynamic macroeconomic backdrop, with total orders amounting to $938 million, including $22 million from favorable foreign exchange translation [6][8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The integration of JBT and Morell is on track, with a focus on capitalizing on the expanded portfolio and cross-selling opportunities [9][20] - The company aims to transition from unit sales to system sales, enhancing customer partnerships and service delivery [20][21] - Continuous improvement initiatives are being advanced to optimize operational efficiency and capacity utilization across manufacturing facilities [22][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the demand environment, particularly in poultry, with visibility extending into the first half of 2026 [30][31] - The company is taking steps to mitigate tariff impacts on direct material costs through supplier negotiations and sourcing adjustments [9][12] - Full-year 2025 guidance has been reestablished, with expected revenue of $3.7 billion at the midpoint, including a favorable foreign exchange translation benefit [15][16] Other Important Information - The company incurred approximately $9 million in gross tariff costs during the second quarter, with net impacts offset by inventory benefits and mitigating actions [12] - Free cash flow for the first half of 2025 was $106 million, with $88 million generated in the second quarter, supporting balance sheet deleveraging [14][15] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on poultry investments and customer conversations - Management noted good visibility into the first half of 2026, with poultry companies making significant investments in automation and efficiency [30][31] Question: Margin performance at Morell - Margin improvements were attributed to integration synergies, restructuring efforts, and a favorable mix of recurring revenue [41][44] Question: Expectations for Q4 margins and tariff impacts - Management expects Q4 to be the strongest quarter from a margin perspective, despite headwinds from tariffs and a shift in revenue mix [50][51] Question: Impact of tariffs on order delays - Some episodic delays were noted, particularly for customers importing food into the U.S., but overall demand remains strong [64][82] Question: FX impact on revenue and margins - FX is expected to contribute approximately $70 million to $85 million for the year, with a typical margin impact in line with company averages [106][105]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated net sales increased by 6.6% to $380.3 million, setting a new quarterly record [18][6] - Gross margin exceeded 38%, reflecting a sequential improvement of 320 basis points [7][19] - Adjusted EBITDA reached a record $86.4 million, an increase of 1.4% year over year [22] - Adjusted net income per diluted share increased by 6.3% year over year to $0.334, setting a new third-quarter record [23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Water Supply Solutions (WSS) net sales increased by 4.1% to $216.6 million, driven by volume growth in iron gate and specialty valves [23] - Water Management Solutions (WMS) net sales increased by 10.2% to $163.7 million, led by strong volume growth of repair products and hydrants [26] - Adjusted operating income for WSS increased by 4.7% to $60.5 million, while WMS adjusted operating income increased by 12.6% to $30.3 million [24][26] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The residential construction market is experiencing a slowdown, particularly in single-family housing starts, influenced by high interest rates and macroeconomic uncertainty [38] - The municipal repair and replacement market remains strong, driven by the need to repair aging infrastructure [40] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to enhance manufacturing efficiencies and operational excellence while navigating external challenges such as tariffs [17][12] - The closure of the legacy brass foundry is expected to yield benefits in the fourth quarter and into the next year [13][19] - The company is focused on sustainability and innovation, as highlighted in their annual ESG report [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving record results for the second consecutive year, despite external uncertainties [9][17] - The anticipated impact of tariffs has been lower than initially expected, with updated estimates for annualized tariff impact decreasing to approximately 3% to 4% of cost of sales [14] - The company is prepared to implement additional pricing actions to offset higher input costs as needed [16] Other Important Information - Free cash flow for the first nine months of the year was $103 million, representing 71% of adjusted net income [28] - The company ended the quarter with $451 million in total debt and $372 million in cash and cash equivalents, maintaining a strong balance sheet [29] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on end markets and stability - Management noted a slowdown in the residential construction market, particularly in single-family housing starts, while the municipal market remains strong [38][40] Question: Margin outlook and FX impact - Management indicated that the FX headwind was a one-time event and discussed expectations for margins moving forward [41][42] Question: Legacy brass foundry impact on margins - The legacy brass foundry closure is expected to improve margins, with management anticipating an 8-10 basis point improvement [47] Question: Infrastructure funding and market conditions - Management highlighted that infrastructure funding has been slow, with no immediate benefits expected from the infrastructure bill [74][75] Question: Pricing actions and demand pull forward - Management confirmed no significant pre-buy demand was observed, and pricing adjustments were made in response to tariffs [66][72]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Second quarter revenue increased by 10% sequentially and 2% year over year, marking the first year-over-year revenue increase since 2022, driven by modest demand improvement across multiple markets [5][18] - Revenue for the quarter was $251 million, with a gross margin of 37.3%, remaining flat year over year [22][23] - Adjusted earnings per diluted share were $0.30, exceeding guidance [24][27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from materials processing decreased by 6% year over year due to divestitures and lower sales in cutting, welding, and additive manufacturing, partially offset by higher revenue in micromachining and the Clean Laser acquisition [18][19] - Medical and advanced applications revenue increased by 21%, driven by higher sales in these segments [18] - Emerging growth products accounted for 54% of sales, indicating strong performance in various laser sources and systems [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America sales increased by 31% sequentially but were down 4% year over year, primarily due to higher sales in medical and advanced applications [20] - European sales were stable with less than a 1% sequential decline and down 11% year over year, impacted by lower cutting and welding sales [20] - Asia saw a 4% sequential increase and a 14% year-over-year increase, benefiting from higher sales in welding and cutting, as well as advanced applications [21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is targeting a $5 billion total addressable market (TAM) with strategic initiatives aimed at driving profitable growth [5] - Focus on developing innovative lasers and photonic solutions for medical, micromachining, and advanced applications, with significant progress reported in these areas [9][11] - Capital allocation strategy emphasizes organic growth investments and strategic M&A, with plans to spend approximately $100 million on CapEx in 2025 [12][25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed cautious optimism regarding demand stabilization, noting improvements in industrial production and inventory normalization among customers [16][46] - The company is adapting to tariff-related challenges by leveraging supply chain flexibility and has successfully mitigated potential delays in customer orders [15][17] - Future guidance anticipates revenue between $225 million and $255 million for 2025, with adjusted gross margins between 36% and 38% [26][27] Other Important Information - The company repurchased $30 million of its stock during the quarter, continuing a trend of returning cash to shareholders [12][25] - The Crossbow laser counter UAV solution has been delivered to Lockheed Martin, showcasing the company's capabilities in directed energy systems [9][10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide any color on book to bill by region? - Management indicated that the book to bill ratio was approximately one across all regions, which is a positive sign [30][32] Question: How do you view the opportunity for directed energy over the next few years? - Management highlighted the directed energy market as a significant growth area, particularly addressing threats from smaller drones, with ongoing partnerships and extensive testing [34][37] Question: Can you walk us through the Q3 guidance? - Management noted that they were able to ship a significant portion of anticipated orders due to effective tariff mitigation strategies and observed broad-based improvements in demand [42][46] Question: What is the outlook for the systems business? - Management expressed excitement about the Clean Laser acquisition and noted improvements in other systems areas, including micro machining and robotic systems [63][65] Question: How is the competitive environment in the medical business changing? - Management reported strong positioning in the urology market and continued growth with new customer acquisitions [66][68]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.25 for the second quarter of 2025, an increase from $1.18 in 2024, reflecting strong performance across electric utilities [19][7] - The company is reaffirming its 2025 guidance range of $6.17 to $6.42 and a long-term EPS growth rate of 5% to 7% through 2029 [25][7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Electric Utilities and Infrastructure segment saw an increase of $0.10 compared to last year, driven by top line growth from new rates implemented across Carolinas, Florida, and Indiana [19] - Gas Utilities and Infrastructure results remained flat compared to last year, consistent with the seasonality of the LDC business [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Population migration in the Southeast and Midwest continues to drive sustained customer growth, particularly over 2% in the Carolinas [20] - The economic development pipeline remains robust, with significant projects like the $10 billion AWS data center investment in North Carolina expected to create at least 500 new high-skilled jobs [22][9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is increasing its Florida capital plan by $4 billion, funded by a portion of the sale proceeds from the Tennessee LDC business [6][5] - The strategic transactions, including the minority investment from Brookfield Infrastructure, are aimed at efficiently financing record growth and enhancing the credit profile [5][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving the targeted EPS and credit objectives for 2025, supported by strong regulatory outcomes and operational performance [19][20] - The company is focused on advancing large-scale economic development projects and securing favorable regulatory outcomes to meet growing demand [10][8] Other Important Information - The company has announced the sale of its Tennessee LDC business for $2.5 billion, reflecting a premium valuation [6] - The company is actively advancing regulatory approval processes for new generation investments and plans to file its next Carolinas resource plan by October 1 [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: How do you think about positioning yourself within the EPS CAGR? - Management indicated that recent transactions enhance confidence in achieving the EPS growth range and solidify the company's position for the back end of the plan [31] Question: Can you elaborate on the latest Carolinas legislation? - Management noted that the legislation enhances growth attractiveness in North Carolina and supports customer affordability while maintaining the overall plan [34] Question: How are you thinking about additional opportunities across the portfolio? - Management stated that they are comfortable with the equity plans laid out and will focus on implementing current transactions [40] Question: What feedback have you received from rating agencies regarding the increased FFO to debt target? - Management reported that rating agencies have been supportive of their metrics and the recent transactions will enhance that support [42] Question: Should we assume you need to complete the Florida sell-down steps to get to the 15% FFO to debt? - Management indicated that progress through the deal is necessary to reach the 15% target [49] Question: Can you provide any color on the timing of the Amazon investment? - Management stated that the Amazon deal will ramp up starting in 2027 and will be included in future capital plans [76] Question: What drove the decisions for the recent sales? - Management emphasized the need for efficient funding of growth and maximizing opportunities in Florida [81]