Kite Realty Group Trust (NYSE:KRG) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 17, 2026 11:00 AM ET Speaker10Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Kite Realty Group Fourth Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are on a listen-only mode. After the speaker's presentation, there will be a question-and-answer session. To ask a question during the session, you will need to press star one, one on your telephone. You will then hear an automated message advising your hand is rai ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Full-year Adjusted EBITDA reached $613.8 million and Distributable Cash Flow (DCF) was $385.7 million, both records for the company [3][12] - Fourth quarter net income was $27.8 million, operating income was $76.6 million, and net cash provided by operating activities was $139.5 million [11] - Average pricing per horsepower increased to $21.69, a 1% sequential increase and a 4% increase year-over-year [11] - The leverage ratio at the end of Q4 was 4.0 times [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average active horsepower increased approximately 1% to 3.579 million [11] - Total fleet horsepower at the end of Q4 was approximately 3.9 million, adding about 21,000 horsepower compared to the prior quarter [11] - Average utilization for Q4 was 94.5%, a slight increase compared to the prior quarter [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Natural gas prices averaged $3.52 per MMBTU, a 56% increase from the prior year [5] - Oil production flattened in the latter half of the year, while natural gas production increased approximately 9% year-over-year [4] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to integrate the J-W Power acquisition, expecting annual run-rate synergies of $10 million to $20 million by the end of 2027 [8][9] - Focus on increasing customer retention and extending average contract duration [9] - Plans to add approximately 105,000 new horsepower in 2026, representing a 2% increase in active horsepower [6][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The energy macroenvironment stabilized in 2025, but development pace slowed in the Permian due to lower oil prices [4] - Management remains bullish on the long-term prospects of the Permian basin despite short-term challenges [4] - The company is optimistic about the demand from data centers and LNG, indicating a positive outlook for the gas industry [43] Other Important Information - The company refinanced its ABL and senior notes, significantly reducing weighted average borrowing costs [3][14] - Expansion capital expenditures for Q4 were $40 million, with maintenance capital expenditures at $7.8 million [12] Q&A Session Summary Question: Growth CapEx guidance breakdown - Approximately $205 million of growth capital is tied to the typical compression business, with about $150 million for new units [20] Question: Impact of balance sheet actions on distribution coverage - The normalized distribution coverage is about 1.55x, with expectations to reach 1.6+ in the coming year [26] Question: Timing of new horsepower delivery - Most new horsepower is expected to come in the back half of the year, primarily from July onward [29] Question: Evaluation of distributed power space - The company has evaluated opportunities in the distributed power business but has not yet found suitable candidates [33] Question: Expectations for remaining new horsepower - The remaining balance of new horsepower is expected to be contracted soon, focusing on tier one customers [34] Question: Long-term horsepower growth strategy impact - Lead times for new packages are challenging but will not affect 2026 growth; efforts are being made to secure growth for 2027 [36]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q4 2025 was $572 million, with adjusted EBITDA of $99 million and non-GAAP EPS of $2.46, reflecting strong execution and demand for Grid Edge Intelligence [5][11] - Free cash flow reached $112 million in Q4, up from $70 million a year ago, indicating improved earnings growth and working capital management [12] - Full year 2025 revenue was $2.37 billion, down 3% year-over-year, attributed to the absence of catch-up revenue seen in 2024 [17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Device Solutions revenue decreased by 7% year-over-year, primarily due to a decline in legacy electricity products [13] - Network Solutions revenue fell by 15% year-over-year, mainly due to project deployment timing [14] - Outcomes revenue increased by 22% year-over-year, driven by delivery services and recurring revenue growth [14] - The new Resiliency Solutions segment contributed $3 million in revenue since its inception in November 2025 [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fourth quarter bookings totaled $737 million, with a backlog of $4.5 billion, indicating strong demand for Grid Edge solutions [7] - Annual recurring revenue (ARR) reached approximately $368 million at the end of Q4, up 20% year-over-year [30] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on enhancing utility resiliency through strategic acquisitions, including Urbint and Locusview, which will expand its offerings in emergency preparedness and digital construction management [9][10] - Itron aims to support customers throughout the asset lifecycle, emphasizing the importance of data-driven solutions for grid transformation [24][25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the operating environment for utilities is evolving, creating both opportunities and challenges, but remains confident in the company's strategic direction [23] - The company anticipates 2026 revenue to be between $2.35 billion and $2.45 billion, with non-GAAP EPS expected to range from $5.75 to $6.25 [19][20] Other Important Information - Total debt at the end of Q4 was $1.265 billion, with cash and equivalents at $1.02 billion, reflecting a decrease due to acquisitions and stock buybacks [18] - The company expects the two recent acquisitions to be accretive to revenue growth and gross margins but dilutive to EPS in 2026 [20][21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on utility demand and behavior trends - Management reported strong fourth quarter bookings of $737 million and noted that the market is constructive, with no further delays in project timelines [28][29] Question: Clarification on ARR metric - The ARR of $368 million at the end of Q4 is an annualized run rate, with expectations for continued growth in 2026 [31][35] Question: Barriers to entry in resiliency solutions - Management highlighted the stickiness of their solutions due to extensive field service usage, which enhances customer value and retention [44][46] Question: Revenue and margin seasonality in new segment - Management does not anticipate significant seasonality in the Resiliency Solutions segment, expecting steady growth over time [48] Question: Utility ordering patterns and project trends - Management indicated that ordering patterns have normalized, with a healthy book and ship business, particularly in the electricity sector [52][54] Question: Insights on pipeline growth and market share - Management noted a 27% increase in pipeline growth and indicated that the company is gaining market share in core markets [29][64] Question: Expectations for future bookings and growth - Management expressed confidence in the trajectory of the business, with a focus on the growing Outcomes backlog and normalized project activity [81][82]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q4 2025, the company reported earnings per share of $0.68, while for the full year, earnings per share reached $1.28, marking the fifth consecutive year of profitability [3][11] - Net revenue for Q4 2025 totaled $49.4 million, with adjusted EBITDA at $28.9 million and net income at $12.5 million [11] - Full year net revenue amounted to $158.1 million, adjusted EBITDA reached $81.7 million, and net income was $21.2 million, translating into earnings per share of $1.02 [11][12] - The fleet loan-to-value ratio stood at 43%, reflecting a conservative leverage profile [5][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved a daily time charter equivalent of approximately $26,600 in Q4 2025, while the full year average was approximately $21,000 per day [7][12] - Fleet utilization exceeded 96%, demonstrating strong operational efficiency despite a busy drydocking schedule [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Baltic Capesize Index averaged approximately $21,300 per day in 2025, with a strong recovery in the second half of the year driven by iron ore and coal restocking in China [17][18] - Capesize demand in early 2026 started strong, with the BCI averaging 22,000, supported by increased bauxite exports and high iron ore cargo activity [18][19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses exclusively on larger bulkers, specifically Capesizes and Newcastlemaxes, positioning itself favorably in a constrained supply environment [4][19] - Significant progress has been made in fleet renewal, with orders for three high-specification eco new buildings totaling approximately $226 million [4][10] - The capital allocation priorities include returning capital to investors, modernizing the fleet, and preserving financial strength [6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the positive trend for charter rates due to limited vessel supply and increased ton-mile demand [21] - The company anticipates a constructive demand outlook for Capesize trade, with expectations of continued growth in bauxite trade and resilient iron ore production [18][19] Other Important Information - The company declared total dividends of $0.43 per share in 2025, including $0.20 for Q4 [6] - Approximately $80 million is expected to be deployed for new building investments in 2026, with financing secured on attractive terms [12][15] Q&A Session Summary Question: Market strategy regarding long-term time charters versus spot market - Management indicated that 35% of fleet days are already under long-term contracts, with plans to increase this as market conditions improve [26] Question: Balancing inflated asset values with attractive rate environment - Management is focusing on securing new buildings at high-quality shipyards while considering the disposal of older assets to manage fleet composition [28] Question: Expectations for operational off-hire days in 2026 - Management expects operational off-hire days to be consistent with or slightly lower than 2025 due to a softer dry dock schedule [36] Question: Limited shipyard availability and order book - Management clarified that while global shipbuilding capacity is high, the order book for Capesize vessels is limited due to demand from other ship types [38][40] Question: Dividend policy in light of new builds - Management does not expect the dividend policy to be affected by new building expenditures, as cash flow from operations will remain sufficient [44] Question: Contracting strategy for new builds - Management is considering long-term contracts for new builds but aims to avoid below-market rates to maintain operating cash flow [48]

Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE:VMC) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 17, 2026 10:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsAdam Thalhimer - Director of ResearchAngel Castillo - Executive Director and Head of US Machinery and Construction Equity ResearchAsher Sohnen - Equity Research Senior AssociateBrian Brophy - DirectorDavid MacGregor - PresidentGarik Shmois - Managing DirectorIvan Yi - DirectorKathryn Thompson - Founding Partner and CEOMark Warren - VP of Investor RelationsMary Andrews Carlisle - Senior VP and CFOMicha ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The partnership achieved record adjusted EBITDA of $706 million in Q4 2025, excluding approximately $60 million of one-time transaction expenses, reflecting ongoing operational strength and contributions from the Parkland acquisition [5][6] - Full year 2025 adjusted EBITDA reached a record $2.12 billion, a 36% increase over the prior year, driven by solid growth in the base business and contributions from acquisitions [6][16] - The trailing twelve-month coverage ratio finished at a strong 1.9x, indicating robust cash flow relative to distributions [6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the fuel distribution segment, adjusted EBITDA was $391 million in Q4 2025, up from $238 million in Q3 and $192 million in Q4 2024, with a 44% increase in distributed gallons compared to the previous quarter [9][10] - The pipeline system segment reported adjusted EBITDA of $187 million in Q4, consistent with the previous year, while throughput remained stable at 1.4 million barrels per day [12] - The terminal segment's adjusted EBITDA was $87 million in Q4, up from $76 million in Q3 and $61 million in Q4 2024, benefiting from the Parkland acquisition [13] - The new refining segment generated adjusted EBITDA of $41 million in Q4, reflecting improved performance following the Parkland transaction [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. fuel distribution market showed flat to slightly declining demand, but the company outperformed these trends due to effective capital deployment [26] - Canadian refined product demand has been slightly up, with strong margins in regulated markets, indicating a favorable environment for growth [28] - The Caribbean market demonstrated strong demand, particularly in jurisdictions like Guyana, which has experienced significant GDP growth [30] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims for a multi-year annual distribution growth rate of at least 5%, supported by a strong financial position and disciplined capital allocation [6][21] - The integration of Parkland and TanQuid is expected to enhance operational scale and synergies, contributing to future growth [15][19] - The company is positioned as both a defensive play and an attractive growth opportunity within the midstream sector, focusing on value-creating growth through acquisitions and capital projects [20][21] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the resilience of the legacy Sunoco business and the expected strong performance of all segments in 2026 [17][18] - The company anticipates continued strong cash flow growth and a solid credit profile, with a focus on maintaining a healthy balance sheet while pursuing growth opportunities [18][19] - Management highlighted the importance of adapting to market complexities and regulatory changes, which could benefit the company in the long term [47] Other Important Information - The company declared a distribution of $0.9317 per common unit, marking a 1.25% increase over the prior quarter and the fifth consecutive quarterly distribution increase [5] - The company expects minimal corporate income taxes for at least five years, which will support distribution growth for both Sunoco and SunC unitholders [42][43] Q&A Session Summary Question: How is demand trending across your footprint pro forma Parkland? - Management noted that U.S. demand has been flat, but the company has outperformed due to effective capital deployment, while Canadian demand has been slightly up, and Caribbean markets show strong demand [26][28][30] Question: Can you walk us through the pro forma terminaling portfolio post-integration of Parkland and TanQuid? - Management indicated that critical infrastructure supports the fuel distribution business across various geographies, with opportunities for growth through capital projects and M&A [32][33] Question: Where do you see the greatest opportunity for bolt-on M&A? - Management stated that opportunities exist across all segments and geographies, emphasizing a disciplined approach to capital allocation and project selection [52][53] Question: How do you feel about your synergy target with Parkland? - Management expressed confidence in exceeding synergy targets, with a focus on delivering synergies quickly and maintaining a strong base business [57][58]

Watsco (NYSE:WSO) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 17, 2026 10:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsA.J. Nahmad - PresidentAaron Nahmad - PresidentAlbert Nahmad - Chairman and CEOBarry Logan - EVPChris Snyder - Executive DirectorMike Francis - Equity Research AssociatePaul Johnston - COORick Gomez - CFOSteve Tusa - Managing DirectorConference Call ParticipantsDavid Manthey - Senior Research AnalystJeff Hammond - Managing Director and Equity Research AnalystPatrick Baumann - AnalystTommy Moll - Equity Research Analyst ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company generated a GAAP return on common equity of negative 14.6% during 2025, which is slightly better than the market-wide assessment by Nomura Research, which estimated a median CLO equity return of negative 15% for the same period [6][17] - As of December 31, the company's NAV was $5.70 per share, down from $7 per share on September 30 [7] - The fourth quarter of 2025 saw a net investment income (NII) less realized losses of -$0.26 per share, compared to -$0.16 per share in the third quarter [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company completed 10 resets and 3 refinancings of its CLOs in the fourth quarter alone, participating in 34 resets and 27 refinancings throughout 2025 [8] - Recurring cash flows from the portfolio increased to $80 million, or $0.61 per share, up from $77 million or $0.59 per share in the prior quarter [7] - The non-CLO portion of the investment portfolio was approximately 26% at year-end, reflecting a strategic shift towards credit assets beyond CLO equity [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The trailing twelve-month default rate decreased from 1.5% in September to 1.2% as of December 31, significantly below the long-term average of 2.6% [22] - The S&P UBS Leveraged Loan Index posted a 1.2% return for the fourth quarter and a 5.9% return for the full year 2025 [21] - CLO new issuance volumes rose slightly to $55 billion in the fourth quarter, bringing the total for 2025 to $209 billion, surpassing the previous year's record [22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on increasing exposure to credit assets beyond CLO equity, reflecting a strategic decision to maximize total return for shareholders [10] - A new joint venture was launched to invest in regulatory capital relief transactions, with plans to add more JVs over time [12] - The company aims to retain more capital for investments with attractive risk-adjusted returns, supporting sustained cash flow and long-term total return [15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that while defaults remain below long-term averages, spread compression in the loan market and negative sentiment towards credit have impacted financial performance [4] - The outlook for 2026 suggests continued opportunities for capital deployment in both CLO equity and other credit asset classes, with expectations of a stable or growing NAV over time [15][25] - Management anticipates that the loan market fundamentals will remain stable, despite potential volatility due to external factors [21] Other Important Information - The company announced a $100 million common stock repurchase program to buy stock in the open market if it trades at a material discount to NAV [14] - The company redeemed its 8% Series F Term Preferred Stock, which was the highest cost of financing, and proactively repurchased $9 million of other securities at discounts [12][13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of captive CLO equity funds on fee structures - Management acknowledged that CLOs without internal management fees could outperform those with fees, but noted that spread compression affects all funds [30][32] Question: Outlook for resets and refinancings in 2026 - Management indicated that predicting the exact number of resets and refinancings is challenging, as it depends on market conditions, particularly AAA spreads [61] Question: Strategy for stock repurchase program - Management stated that decisions on stock repurchases will consider share price, leverage ratios, and investment opportunities, balancing between repurchases and capital deployment [50][52] Question: Trends in credit quality and expenses - Management expects credit quality trends to mirror those of the previous year, with no significant uptick in credit expenses anticipated [45][46]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company generated a GAAP return on common equity of negative 14.6% during 2025, which is slightly better than the market-wide assessment by Nomura Research, which estimated a median CLO equity return of negative 15% for the same period [6][17] - As of December 31, the company's NAV was $5.70 per share, down from $7.00 per share on September 30 [7] - The fourth quarter of 2025 saw a net investment income (NII) less realized losses of -$0.26 per share, compared to -$0.16 per share in the third quarter [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company completed 10 resets and 3 refinancings of its CLOs in the fourth quarter, totaling 34 resets and 27 refinancings for the entire year [8] - Recurring cash flows from the portfolio increased to $80 million, or $0.61 per share, up from $77 million or $0.59 per share in the prior quarter [7] - The non-CLO portion of the portfolio was approximately 26% of the total investment portfolio at year-end [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The trailing twelve-month default rate decreased from 1.5% in September to 1.2% as of December 31, which is below the long-term average of 2.6% [22] - The S&P UBS Leveraged Loan Index posted a 1.2% return for the fourth quarter and a 5.9% return for the full year 2025 [21] - CLO new issuance volumes rose slightly to $55 billion in the fourth quarter, bringing the total to $209 billion for all of 2025, surpassing the previous year's record [22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on increasing exposure to credit assets beyond CLO Equity, reflecting a strategic shift to maximize total return for shareholders [10] - The company plans to retain more capital for investments with attractive risk-adjusted returns, aiming for a stable or growing NAV over time [15] - A new joint venture was launched to invest in regulatory capital relief transactions, indicating a diversification strategy [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that while defaults remain below long-term averages, spread compression in the loan market and negative sentiment towards credit impacted financial performance [4] - The company anticipates continued spread compression and a similar credit environment to 2025, with no significant uptick in credit expenses expected [41][45] - Management expressed optimism about a robust pipeline of refinancings and resets of CLOs in the portfolio, indicating potential for future growth [24] Other Important Information - The company announced a $100 million common stock repurchase program to buy stock in the open market if it trades at a material discount to NAV [14] - The company redeemed its 8% Series F Term Preferred Stock, which was its highest cost of financing, and proactively repurchased $9 million of other securities at discounts [12][13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of captive CLO equity funds on fee structures - Management acknowledged that CLOs without internal management fees could outperform those with fees, but noted that spread compression affects all funds [30][32] Question: Outlook for resets and refinances in 2026 - Management indicated that predicting the exact number of resets and refinances is challenging, but they have a robust calendar of investments planned [61] Question: Stock repurchase program and NAV stability - Management stated that the decision to use the repurchase program will depend on various factors, including share price and investment opportunities [50][52] Question: Trends in credit quality and expenses - Management expects credit quality trends to mirror those of the previous year, with no significant changes anticipated [45][46]

Watsco (NYSE:WSO) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 17, 2026 10:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsA.J. Nahmad - PresidentAaron Nahmad - PresidentAlbert Nahmad - Chairman and CEOBarry Logan - EVPChris Snyder - Executive DirectorMike Francis - Equity Research AssociatePaul Johnston - COORick Gomez - CFOSteve Tusa - Managing DirectorConference Call ParticipantsDavid Manthey - Senior Research AnalystJeff Hammond - Managing Director and Equity Research AnalystPatrick Baumann - AnalystTommy Moll - Equity Research Analyst ...