Stagwell (STGW) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Ben Allanson - Director of Investor RelationsMark Penn - Chairman & CEOFrank Lanuto - CFO Ben Allanson Good morning from Stagwell's global headquarters in New York City. Welcome to Stagwell Inc. First quarter twenty twenty five earnings webcast. My name is Ben Allison, and I lead the investor relations function here at Stagwell. With me today are Mark Penn, Stagwell's founder, chairman, and chief executive officer, and Frank ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved record total net revenue of $52.6 million for Q1 2025, with MACI revenue of $46.3 million, Epicel revenue of $5 million, and NexoBrid revenue of $1.3 million [12] - MACI revenue grew by 15% year-over-year, which adjusts to approximately 17% growth when accounting for one fewer selling day in the quarter [12] - NexoBrid revenue increased by 207% year-over-year and 31% sequentially [12] - The net loss for the quarter was $11.2 million, or $0.23 per share, with non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA of $3.2 million, representing 6% of net revenue [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - MACI had a strong quarter with record revenue exceeding $46 million, driven by strong underlying fundamentals and a growing surgeon customer base [6] - NexoBrid revenue showed significant growth, indicating progress in its launch and deeper penetration in ordering centers [10] - Epicel revenue was lower than anticipated due to a high percentage of canceled cases related to patient health issues, despite the highest number of biopsies since 2023 [10][13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company expects total revenue growth of 22% to 25% for Q2 2025, with MACI revenue projected to be approximately $54 million [17] - The addressable market for MACI is estimated at 60,000 patients annually, with significant opportunities in treating femoral condyle and trochlear defects [24][25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to expand its MACI sales force in the second half of 2025, driven by strong early indicators from the MACI Arthro launch [9][19] - The MACI Ankle Development Program is on track to initiate Phase III clinical studies, representing a substantial long-term growth driver with an estimated market of $1 billion [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about strong underlying MACI business fundamentals and early indicators from the MACI Arthro launch, suggesting potential for incremental growth [20] - The company reaffirmed its full-year revenue guidance of 20% to 23% growth and raised profitability guidance, expecting gross margins to reach 75% and adjusted EBITDA margins to 26% for the year [17] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with approximately $162 million in cash, restricted cash, and investments, with no debt [15] - Management noted that tariffs are expected to have a negligible impact on the business due to domestic manufacturing and significant safety stock [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the market opportunity for femoral condyle and trochlear specifically? - Management indicated that the MACI Arthro instruments are designed for femoral condyle defects, representing a significant portion of the addressable market, and surgeons are also using them for trochlear defects, expanding the potential market [24][25] Question: How do you see seasonality and pacing for MACI in the second half of the year? - Management acknowledged that while MACI typically follows a seasonal pattern, strong leading indicators suggest potential for enhanced growth in the second half of the year [30][31] Question: What is the contribution of MACI Arthro to the first quarter numbers? - Management noted that while it is difficult to quantify the exact contribution from MACI Arthro in Q1, they expect a more significant impact in the second half of the year [36][37] Question: How are you prioritizing MACI Arthro training among surgeon groups? - Management explained that training occurs through industry events and individual sessions, focusing first on existing MACI users before targeting new surgeons [92][93] Question: How has the recent trade war impacted your view on MACI internationally? - Management stated that they are evaluating the potential for MACI outside the U.S. and will consider trade impacts before making decisions [90][91]

Ferroglobe (GSM) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0 As a reminder, this conference call may be recorded. I would now like to turn the call over to Alex Rotonin, Ferroglobe's Vice President of Investor Relations. You may begin. Speaker1 Thanks, Nadia. Good morning, everyone, and thank you for joining Ferroglobe's first quarter twenty twenty five conference call. Joining me today are Marco Levi, our Chief Executive Officer and Beatrice Garcia Cos, our Chief Financial Officer. Before we ge ...

Costamare (CMRE) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0 Thank you for standing by, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the Costamare Inc. Conference Call on the First Quarter twenty twenty five Financial Results. We have with us Mr. Gregory Zikos, Chief Financial Officer of the company. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. There will be a presentation followed by a question and answer session. I must advise you that this conference is being recorded today, Thursday, 05 ...

Civitas Resources (CIVI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0 Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Civitas Resources First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call and Webcast. My name is Rochelle, and I will be your operator for today's call. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After the speakers' remarks, there will be a question and answer session. Please be advised that today's conference call is being recorded. I will now ...

GXO Logistics (GXO) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0 Welcome to the GxO First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call and Webcast. My name is Morgan, and I will be your operator for today's call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. Later, we will conduct a question and answer session. Please note that this conference is being recorded. Before the call begins, let me read a brief statement on behalf of the company regarding forward looking statements, ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ford reported a record revenue of $185 billion for the previous year, marking a 5% increase and the fourth consecutive year of top-line growth [35] - In the first quarter of the current year, revenue was $41 billion, which was down year-over-year due to planned factory downtime [36] - The adjusted free cash flow for last year was $6.7 billion, reflecting a 65% conversion rate [37] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ford Pro's full-year revenue for 2024 increased by 15% to $67 billion, with an EBIT of $9 billion and a margin of 13.5% [34] - Sales of off-road performance vehicles grew by 20% in the first quarter in the US [28] - The company has almost 1 million paid subscriptions for its digital software services [32] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Ford was the number two electric vehicle brand in the US in 2024 [25] - International operations were collectively profitable in the last quarter, with China contributing $900 million in EBIT [36] - The hybrid sales now account for 10% to 15% of Ford's global sales every month [92] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The Ford Plus strategy aims to transform the company into a higher growth, higher margin, and more capital-efficient business [26] - The company is committed to maintaining its production in the US and has ongoing manufacturing investments in Tennessee, Ohio, and Kentucky [66] - Ford is focused on providing customers with a wide choice of powertrains, including gas, hybrid, and electric vehicles [22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in navigating economic uncertainties and emphasized the importance of policy certainty for US automakers [22] - The company is committed to improving quality, with 70% of annual bonuses linked to quality metrics [76] - Management highlighted the need for a clear plan to address supply chain emissions in line with net zero goals [16] Other Important Information - Ford's commitment to community support was highlighted, including efforts during crises such as water main breaks in Detroit [74] - The company has extended its Ford Power Promise to facilitate home charging for customers [39] - Ford's dividend payout over the last three years exceeded $10 billion [38] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of global economic uncertainty and tariffs - Management clarified that Ford has never left the US manufacturing base and highlighted the company's commitment to American production [62] - Tariff impacts were noted as $2.5 billion in negative headwinds, but Ford is better positioned than competitors [65] Question: Stock performance and share buybacks - Management expressed confidence in the company's future value and stated there are no plans for stock buybacks, focusing instead on long-term growth [70][72] Question: Quality improvements and recalls - Management reported a significant reduction in recalls from 8.8 million in 2022 to 4.8 million last year, with ongoing efforts to improve warranty costs [77][78] Question: Future vehicle production plans - Management indicated that while there is nostalgia for past models, the focus will be on future products that meet market demands [81][84] Question: Ford Pro's profitability and potential spin-off - Management confirmed that Ford Pro will remain integrated within the company due to its competitive advantages and growth potential [85][90] Question: EV strategy and competition from low-cost manufacturers - Management emphasized Ford's commitment to a diverse powertrain strategy, including hybrids and affordable EVs, to compete effectively in the market [91][94]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4, the company reported sales of $193 million, which was above the high end of guidance, and non-GAAP EPS of $0.06, also above guidance midpoint [17][24] - Gross margin for Q4 was 45.6%, which was below expectations due to a combination of product mix and lower absorption [27] - For the full fiscal year 2025, total sales were $725 million, reflecting a decline of 31% year over year, with a gross margin of 48% [30] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Automotive sales increased by 8% sequentially in Q4, led by e-mobility sales which rose 16% sequentially, but declined 23% year over year [24][31] - Industrial and other sales increased by 9% sequentially, driven by growth in data center and robotics, but declined 11% year over year [25][31] - Magnetic sensor sales increased by 3% sequentially, accounting for 61% of total sales, while power product sales increased by 19% sequentially [26] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales by geography were well balanced, with 27% in China, 24% in the rest of Asia, 20% in Japan, 16% in the Americas, and 13% in Europe [27] - The company noted a decline in distributor inventory levels by 25% exiting Q4 compared to the beginning of FY 2025, indicating a positive trend [22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to accelerate new product development and expand its serviceable addressable market (SAM), targeting a $12 billion market opportunity [8] - Focus on relentless innovation to drive leadership in existing and new markets, particularly in automotive and industrial sectors [8][10] - Plans to execute operational efficiency initiatives to enhance gross margins and profitability, including a restructuring program expected to yield annualized cost savings of at least $15 million [29][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in entering an upcycle, with positive indicators such as declining customer inventories and increasing bookings [22] - The company anticipates first-quarter sales in the range of $192 million to $200 million, representing an 18% year-over-year increase [33] - Management remains optimistic about achieving double-digit sales growth and maintaining gross margins of 58% or greater in the long term [16] Other Important Information - The company received proposals from Onsemi for potential acquisition, but Onsemi ultimately withdrew its interest [19] - The effective tax rate for Q4 was 4%, with a full-year effective tax rate of 3%, primarily due to R&D credits [30] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on China for China strategy - The company is making significant progress on its China for China supply chain initiative, with expectations for meaningful revenues to ship later in the year [39][40] Question: Gross margin outlook - The company expects to see benefits from cost reductions and restructuring initiatives impacting gross margins in Q1, with a target to return to 50% gross margin in the near term [41][44] Question: Backlog growth and design wins - The company reported strong design wins, with over 70% in strategic focus areas, indicating a positive trend in backlog growth [47] Question: Inventory levels and distribution channel - Distribution channel inventories declined by 25% year over year, and the company is optimistic about inventory levels normalizing [55] Question: Pricing pressures and tariff impacts - The company has not seen abnormal pricing pressures or requests for additional price declines from automotive customers due to tariffs [92][93] Question: Signs of potential shortages - The company is observing potential shortages in longer lead raw materials, particularly for data center products, as demand increases [96]

Stratasys (SSYS) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0 Future financial performance and our expectations for our business outlook. All statements that speak to future performance, events, expectations or results are forward looking statements. Actual results or trends could differ materially from our forecast. For risks that could cause actual results to be materially different from those set forth in forward looking statements, please refer to the risk factors discussed or referenced in S ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The first quarter adjusted EBITDA was approximately $18.5 million, representing a growth of nearly 20% year-over-year despite some unexpected challenges [3][4] - The company experienced a loss of about $1 million in EBITDA due to the reclassification of lease revenue [4] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The interactive business saw revenue and EBITDA growth of 497% and 4979% respectively compared to Q1 2024, with margins expanding from 54% to 64% [7][12] - The leisure business was impacted by the timing of the UK Easter holiday, which shifted from Q1 to Q2, affecting performance metrics [4][22] - The virtual sports business showed a year-over-year decline in EBITDA but is expected to stabilize and return to growth by Q3 [10][11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The US market for the interactive business grew by 90%, significantly outpacing the underlying market growth of about 20% [8][12] - The company is expanding its presence in North America and abroad, with new game launches planned in West Virginia and South Africa [13][20] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to divest its Holiday Park business to reduce capital intensity and focus on capital-light operations in retail bedding and digital businesses [5][6] - The strategy includes minimizing capital expenditures to around $25 million annually, primarily for content-related expenses [7] - The company aims to achieve EBITDA margins comfortably over 40% following the divestiture and restructuring of its pub business [32] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the stabilization of the virtual sports business and the overall growth trajectory of the interactive segment [10][11] - The company is well-positioned to benefit from new state revenue requirements in the US, particularly in states like Michigan and New Jersey [9][10] - Management highlighted the importance of the hybrid dealer product category, which is expected to scale rapidly and contribute significantly to future growth [14][15] Other Important Information - The company successfully negotiated refinancing of existing bonds, providing greater flexibility and reducing capital costs [5][44] - The company is actively pursuing opportunities in the lottery space, with plans to launch a lottery game in Virginia [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of US tariffs on the business - Management indicated that tariffs are not a significant issue, with potential benefits from selling into Canadian markets [24][26] Question: Path to achieving 40% EBITDA margin - Management expressed confidence that the divestiture and restructuring would ensure EBITDA margins above 40% [32] Question: Stabilization of virtual sports business - Management acknowledged volatility but noted that stabilization trends are being observed, with expectations for growth moving forward [41][42] Question: Details on new debt refinancing terms - Management provided insights into the refinancing objectives, including minimizing call protection and achieving a favorable floating rate [43][44] Question: Deleveraging strategy and market conditions - Management confirmed that the new debt terms incentivize deleveraging, which aligns with the company's growth strategy in digital businesses [49][50] Question: Performance in international markets - Management reported mixed results in international markets, with growth in the UK and stabilization in Greece and Italy [61][63]