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Globe and Mail
an hour ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Ballard Announces Strategic Realignment to Strengthen Commercial Focus and Achieve Positive Cash Flow Under New Leadership
VANCOUVER, BC , /CNW/ - Ballard today announced the launch of a bold strategic realignment led by newly appointed President and CEO, Marty Neese , to position the Company for disciplined growth, sharper market execution, and stronger financial performance in line with current commercial realities. This decisive shift reflects an important leadership agenda and marks a fundamental reset in how the Company operates, prioritizes innovation, and delivers value to customers, given the current market dynamics. "Today's plan is not about waiting for a market to emerge — it's about focusing on the market that is," said Mr. Neese. "We are aligning the Company around real, near-term opportunities where we have proven product-market fit and clear customer value, while driving toward a sustainable business model rooted in operational excellence and margin discipline." The realignment is grounded in a robust assessment of customer needs, market dynamics, and Ballard's own capabilities. With a strong balance sheet, high-performing products, and world-class customers, Ballard is shifting from aspirational growth to commercially validated execution which emphasizes Total Cost of Ownership, scalability, and measurable returns for customers. Key elements of the strategic realignment include: Path to Positive Cash Flow: A core outcome of the realignment is a structured plan to achieve positive cash flow by year-end 2027, through enhanced cost discipline, market prioritization, pricing improvements, and optimized working capital. Operational Efficiency: Ballard expects to reduce annualized operating costs by at least 30% in 2026 relative to the first half of 2025, through immediate workforce adjustments, tighter portfolio integration, and streamlined operations. Sharpened Market and Product Focus: Ballard plans to prioritize fuel cell products with the strongest commercial traction, discontinue non-core programs, and focus product development on efforts to reduce system costs, accelerate next-gen stack readiness, and drive higher-margin offerings. Margin Expansion Initiatives: Ballard is targeting enhanced gross margins through lower product costs, value-based pricing, and elevated customer service. Disciplined Capital and Cash Management: Ballard plans to continue limiting capital expenditures and rigorously manage cash, with a focus on inventory optimization and working capital control, to sustain financial strength. As of June 30, 2025 , the Company held approximately $550 million in cash and cash equivalents. "Our strategy is grounded in focus, execution, and value," Mr. Neese continued. "We are building a company that is not just innovative, but commercially durable. One that serves customers today with clarity and delivers shareholder value through prudent growth." While the plan involves difficult decisions, including workforce reductions, the Company remains committed to supporting impacted employees through the transition and honoring their contributions to its journey. Marty Neese concluded, "We remain steadfast in our belief that hydrogen and fuel cells are essential to decarbonizing global mobility. This realignment ensures we can lead in this transition — not with hope in a future market, but with discipline, readiness, and focus." About Ballard Power Systems Ballard Power Systems' (NASDAQ: BLDP; TSX: BLDP) vision is to deliver fuel cell power for a sustainable planet. Ballard zero-emission PEM fuel cells are enabling electrification of mobility, including buses, commercial trucks, trains, marine vessels, and stationary power. To learn more about Ballard, please visit This release contains forward-looking statements concerning, anticipated outcomes of restructuring activities, product development efforts, product pricing initiatives, and impacts to cash flow, operating expenses and capital expenditures. These forward-looking statements reflect Ballard's current expectations as contemplated under section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Any such forward-looking statements are based on Ballard's assumptions relating to its financial forecasts and expectations regarding its product development efforts, manufacturing capacity, and market demand. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause Ballard's actual results to be materially different, including general economic and regulatory changes, detrimental reliance on third parties, successfully achieving our business plans and achieving and sustaining profitability. For a detailed discussion of these and other risk factors that could affect Ballard's future performance, please refer to Ballard's most recent Annual Information Form. Readers should not place undue reliance on Ballard's forward-looking statements and Ballard assumes no obligation to update or release any revisions to these forward-looking statements, other than as required under applicable legislation.
Globe and Mail
5 hours ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
MP Materials' High Costs Warrant Caution: Can It Protect Margins?
MP Materials Corp. MP has experienced a significant jump in its costs of sales since the past year. In 2024, MP's cost of sales nearly doubled to $192.6 million from $92.7 million in 2023. Costs accounted for approximately 94% of revenues in 2024, a sharp rise compared with 37% in 2023, attributed to the elevated production costs due to the initial ramp of production of separated products. Due to the start of Stage II production, the upward trend in costs began in the first quarter of 2024 and persisted throughout the year. This trend continued in the first quarter of 2025, with the cost of sales rising 37% year over year to $48 million, or 80% of revenues. In the first quarter of 2025, the cost of sales was primarily impacted by higher production costs related to a higher mix of refined product sales compared with the prior year. Separated product production costs are presently elevated on a per-unit basis, given the currently low utilization of the refining facilities as the company ramps up to normalized production levels. Despite higher revenues in the quarter, elevated production costs led to a loss of 12 cents per share for Material Processing in the first quarter, wider than the year-ago quarter's loss of four cents. The company's decision to increase production of separated rare earth products at Mountain Pass is expected to result in higher costs in 2025, given that these products are more expensive to produce than rare earth concentrates. Additionally, the ongoing ramp-up in the output of magnetic precursor materials will further contribute to elevated production expenses. A Quick Look at Cost Trends of Peers Energy Fuels UUUU recently commenced the production of heavy rare earth element oxides at its White Mesa Mill at pilot scale and is expected to produce separated heavy rare earth oxides on a commercial scale as early as the fourth quarter of 2026. Energy Fuels witnessed a 64% surge in its cost of sales to $18 million in the first quarter of 2025 due to higher costs related to the mining of lower-grade Heavy Mineral Sand (HMS) products at the end of the Kwale mine life, which was completed as of Dec. 31, 2024. Energy Fuels had not incurred costs applicable to rare earth elements in the quarter. In fiscal 2024, Energy Fuels saw a 208% increase in costs to $55.9 million due to costs applicable to HMS as well as higher uranium purchases. Costs represented 72% of revenues in 2024 and 107% of revenues in the first quarter of 2025. Idaho Strategic Resources IDR is a gold producer and critical minerals/rare earth element exploration company. Idaho Strategic Resources saw a 34% increase in cost of sales and other direct production costs to $3 million, or 42% of revenues, in the first quarter of 2025. Idaho Strategic's costs moved up 32% to $10.86 million in 2024 and were 42% of revenues. MP's Price Performance, Valuation & Estimates MP Materials shares have skyrocketed 290.1% so far this year compared with the industry 's 16.1% growth. MP is trading at a forward 12-month price/sales multiple of 23.28X, a significant premium to the industry's 1.24X. It has a Value Score of F. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for MP Materials' 2025 earnings is pegged at a loss of 43 cents per share. However, the bottom-line estimate for 2026 is pegged at earnings of 71 cents per share, indicating a solid improvement. The estimates for both 2025 and 2026 have moved up in the past 60 days, as shown below. The company currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. One Big Gain, Every Trading Day To help you take full advantage of this market, you're invited to access every stock recommendation in all our private portfolios - for just $1. Zacks private portfolio services that closed 256 double and triple-digit winners in 2024 alone. That's about one big gain every day the market was open. Of course, not all our picks are winners, but members have seen recent gains as high as +627% +1,340%, and +1,708%. Imagine how much you could profit with a steady stream of real-time picks from all our services that cover a number of strategies to suit a variety of investing and trading styles. See Stocks Now >> Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report MP Materials Corp. (MP): Free Stock Analysis Report Energy Fuels Inc (UUUU): Free Stock Analysis Report
Yahoo
13 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
KBR Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results
Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Highlights(All comparisons against the second quarter fiscal 2024 unless noted.) Revenues of $2.0 billion, up 6% Net income attributable to KBR (including discontinued operations) of $73 million; Adjusted EBITDA2 of $242 million, up 12% with an Adjusted EBITDA2 margin of 12.4% Diluted EPS (including discontinued operations) of $0.56; Adjusted EPS2 of $0.91, up 10% Bookings and options1 of $3.5 billion with 0.9x book-to-bill1 (1.0x TTM book-to-bill1) Second Quarter YTD 2025 Highlights(All comparisons against the second quarter YTD fiscal 2024 unless noted.) Revenues of $4.0 billion, up 8% Net income attributable to KBR (including discontinued operations) of $189 million; Adjusted EBITDA2 of $490 million, up 16% with an Adjusted EBITDA2 margin of 12.3% Diluted EPS (including discontinued operations) of $1.44; Adjusted EPS2 of $1.91, up 20% Bookings and options1 of $4.9 billion with 0.9x book-to-bill1 (1.0x TTM book-to-bill1) Revising Fiscal Year 2025 Guidance Revising previously provided outlook for the HomeSafe Alliance JV contract termination, reductions in EUCOM and logistics, and protest resolution delays Updating Fiscal Year 2027 Financial Targets Updating long-term financial targets for the HomeSafe Alliance JV contract termination HOUSTON, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KBR, Inc. (NYSE: KBR) today announced its second quarter fiscal 2025 results. 'As we reflect on our solid financial performance this quarter, I am proud of our team's unwavering dedication to delivering results that matter. Through disciplined cost management and operational excellence, we have achieved double-digit growth in both earnings and EPS, while expanding margins and maintaining robust cash flow. Even as we navigate a volatile landscape and encounter decision delays across the sector, our confidence in KBR's strategic direction and growth opportunities remains steadfast. Our ability to adapt, combined with multiple pathways for expansion—especially in key defense markets—positions us for continued success. We are focused on building long-term shareholder value, staying resilient in the face of uncertainty, and updating our guidance and targets as we look toward a promising future.' ________________________1 As used throughout this release, book-to-bill and bookings and options exclude long-term UK PFIs the Plaquemines LNG project, and HomeSafe Alliance JV.2 As used throughout this earnings release, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin, Adjusted earnings per share, and Operating cash conversion are non-GAAP financial measures. All non-GAAP financial measures reflect results from continuing operations. See additional information at the end of this release regarding non-GAAP financial information, including reconciliations to the nearest GAAP measures. Summarized Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Consolidated Results Three Months Ended Six Months Ended July 4, June 28, July 4, June 28, Dollars in millions, except share data 2025 2024 2025 2024 Revenues $ 1,952 $ 1,847 $ 3,970 $ 3,665 Operating income 194 180 396 346 Net income attributable to KBR (including discontinued operations) 73 106 189 199 Net income (loss) attributable to KBR from continuing operations 105 106 225 199 Adjusted EBITDA2 242 216 490 423 Operating income margin 9.9 % 9.7 % 10.0 % 9.4 % Adjusted EBITDA2 margin 12.4 % 11.7 % 12.3 % 11.5 % Earnings per share: Diluted earnings per share attributable to KBR (including discontinued operations) 0.56 0.79 1.44 1.47 Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations 0.81 0.79 1.71 1.47 Adjusted earnings per share2 0.91 0.83 1.91 1.59 Cash flows: Operating cash flows from continuing operations 217 157 308 256 Return of capital to shareholders: Payments to repurchase common stock 48 97 204 158 Payments of dividends to shareholders 21 21 41 39 July 4, January 3, 2025 2025 Leverage: Net debt3 2,234 2,252 TTM Adjusted EBITDA2 935 868 Net leverage 2.4x 2.6x Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Consolidated Results Review(All comparisons against the second quarter fiscal 2024 unless noted.) Results herein are reported on a continuing operations basis, unless otherwise noted. The results of HomeSafe Alliance ('HomeSafe') are presented as discontinued operations due to the contract termination and subsequent wind down of the joint venture. Unless otherwise noted, all comparisons to the prior year's results have been adjusted to present HomeSafe as discontinued operations. Refer to Note 17 "Discontinued Operations" in our Form 10-Q for the quarter ended July 4, 2025 for further details. Revenues were $2.0 billion, up 6% or $105 million, primarily driven by growth in Defense & Intel, fueled by the LinQuest acquisition. Operating income was $194 million, up 8% or $14 million, primarily due to increases in Gross profit and Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates due to strong project execution on an LNG project, partially offset by increases in Selling, general and administrative expenses. Net income attributable to KBR (including loss from discontinued operations) was $73 million, down 31% or $33 million, primarily related to the HomeSafe contract termination. Net income attributable to KBR from continuing operations was $105 million, down 1% or 1 million, due to the increase in Operating income noted above, offset by higher below the line expenses. Diluted earnings per share attributable to KBR (including loss from discontinued operations) were $0.56, down 29% or $0.23, in line with decreased Net income attributable to KBR (including loss from discontinued operations) noted above. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were $0.81, up 3% or $0.02, in line with Net income from continuing operations noted above and lower diluted weighted average common shares outstanding due to open market share repurchases. Adjusted EBITDA2 was $242 million, up 12% or $26 million, primarily due to the increase in Operating income noted above. Adjusted EBITDA2 margin was 12.4%, up from the prior year due to strong operating performance in the current year period. Adjusted earnings per share2 were $0.91, up 10% or $0.08, due to the increase in Adjusted EBITDA2 noted above and lower adjusted weighted average common shares outstanding due to open market share repurchases, partially offset by higher below the line expenses. Backlog and options as of the quarter end totaled $21.6 billion. Book-to-bill1 was 0.9x for the quarter and 1.0x on a trailing-twelve-months basis. Summarized Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Segment Results Three Months Ended Six Months Ended July 4, June 28, July 4, June 28, Dollars in millions, Backlog in billions 2025 2024 2025 2024 Revenues $ 1,952 $ 1,847 $ 3,970 $ 3,665 Mission Technology Solutions 1,412 1,316 2,880 2,641 Sustainable Technology Solutions 540 531 1,090 1,024 Adjusted EBITDA2 242 216 490 423 Mission Technology Solutions 141 133 291 264 Sustainable Technology Solutions 129 110 253 213 Corporate (28 ) (27 ) (54 ) (54 ) Adjusted EBITDA2 margin 12.4 % 11.7 % 12.3 % 11.5 % Mission Technology Solutions 10.0 % 10.1 % 10.1 % 10.0 % Sustainable Technology Solutions 23.9 % 20.7 % 23.2 % 20.8 % July 4, January 3, 2025 2025 Backlog 16,697 16,605 Mission Technology Solutions 12,972 12,642 Sustainable Technology Solutions 3,725 3,963 Backlog and options 21,570 20,580 Mission Technology Solutions 17,845 16,617 Sustainable Technology Solutions 3,725 3,963 Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Segment Results Review(All comparisons against the second quarter fiscal 2024 unless noted.) Revenues were $1,412 million, up 7% or $96 million, driven by growth in Defense & Intel, fueled by the LinQuest acquisition. Operating income was $110 million, down 3% or $3 million, primarily due to increases in Selling, general and administrative expenses, which offset increases in Gross profit. Operating income margin was 7.8%. Adjusted EBITDA2 was $141 million, up 6% or $8 million, generally in line with growth in Revenues. Adjusted EBITDA2 margin was 10.0%, in line with the prior year period. Backlog and options as of the quarter end totaled $17.8 billion. Book-to-bill1 was 1.0x for the quarter and 0.9x on a trailing-twelve months basis. The following new business awards were announced: Awarded subcontract with Strategic Resources Inc to expand psychological health services to aid Army resilience training Awarded $476 million base operations support contract in Djibouti Awarded multiple strategic contracts in support of the Air Force Research Laboratory Awarded LOGCAP V contract extension through 2030 for EUCOM and NORTHCOM Revenues were $540 million, up 2% or $9 million, driven by increasing demand for sustainable technologies and services. Operating income was $123 million, up 16% or $17 million, primarily due to increases in Gross profit and Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates due to strong project execution on an LNG project. Operating income margin was 22.8%. Adjusted EBITDA2 was $129 million, up 17% or $19 million, primarily due to higher Operating income noted above. Adjusted EBITDA2 margin was 23.9%, up from the prior year due to strong operating performance in the current year period. Backlog as of the quarter end totaled $3.7 billion. Book-to-bill1 was 0.7x for the quarter and 1.0x on a trailing-twelve months basis. The following new business awards were announced: Awarded combined technology and services for a large ammonia and urea complex Awarded FEED contract for KEPPT's fertilizer facility in Iraq KBR SOCAR JV selected by BP for energy security projects in Azerbaijan Mitsubishi Chemical and ENEOS announced opening of plastics recycling plant, using KBR's licensed Hydro-PRT® technology Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and Capital DeploymentLiquidity as of July 4, 2025, totaled approximately $1,008 million, comprising $605 million in borrowing capacity under the revolving credit facility and $403 million cash and cash equivalents. Net leverage ratio as of July 4, 2025, was 2.4x. Operating cash flows from continuing operations for the quarter were $217 million, up 38% or $60 million, with Operating cash conversion2 of 185%. During the second quarter, KBR returned $69 million in capital to shareholders, consisting of $48 million in share repurchases (including withhold to cover shares) and $21 million in regular dividends. Revising Fiscal Year 2025 GuidanceKBR is revising the previously provided outlook for the HomeSafe Alliance JV contract termination, reductions in EUCOM and logistics, and protest resolution delays. Updated Fiscal Year2025 GuidanceRevenues $7.9B - $8.1B $8.7B - $9.1B Adjusted EBITDA $960M - $980M $950M - $990M Adjusted EPS $3.78 - $3.88 $3.71 - $3.95 Operating cash flows $500M - $550M $500M - $550M The company does not provide reconciliations of Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS to the most comparable GAAP financial measures on a forward-looking basis because the company is unable to predict with reasonable certainty the ultimate outcome of legal proceedings, unusual gains and losses, and acquisition-related expenses without unreasonable effort, which could be material to the company's results computed in accordance with GAAP. Updating Fiscal Year 2027 Financial Targets KBR is updating its long-term financial targets for the HomeSafe Alliance JV contract termination. Updated Fiscal Year2027 TargetsRevenues $9.0B+ $11.5B+ MTS Revenues CAGR 5% - 8% 11% - 15% STS Revenue CAGR 11% - 15% 11% - 15% Adjusted EBITDA $1.15B+ $1.15B+ Adjusted EBITDA margin 11%+ 10% - 11% MTS Adjusted EBITDA margin 10%+ 9% - 10% STS Adjusted EBITDA margin 20%+ ~20% Operating cash flows $650M+ $700M+ 2024-2027 Cumulative deployable free cash ~$2.0B ~$2.0B CAGR reflects 2023A-2027E. OCF target reflects 27% effective tax rate and interest rates consistent with 2025. Cumulative deployable free cash reflects 2024A-2027E cumulative OCF less capital expenditures of 0.5% to 0.75% of annual revenues. The company does not provide a reconciliation of Adj. EBITDA to the most comparable GAAP financial measure on a forward-looking basis because the company is unable to predict with reasonable certainty the ultimate outcome of legal proceedings, unusual gains and losses, and acquisition-related expenses without unreasonable effort, which could be material to the company's results computed in accordance with GAAP. Conference Call DetailsThe company will host a conference call to discuss its second quarter fiscal year 2025 results on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. Central Time. The conference call will be webcast simultaneously through the Investor Relations section of KBR's website at A replay of the webcast will be available shortly after the call on KBR's website or by telephone at +1.866.813.9403, passcode: 301084. About KBRWe deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We ________________________1 As used throughout this release, book-to-bill excludes long-term UK PFIs, the Plaquemines LNG project, and HomeSafe Alliance JV. Bookings and options exclude long-term UK PFIs, the Plaquemines LNG project, and HomeSafe Alliance JV.2 As used throughout this earnings release, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA margin, Adjusted earnings per share, and Operating cash conversion are non-GAAP financial measures. All non-GAAP financial measures reflect results from continuing operations. See additional information at the end of this release regarding non-GAAP financial information, including reconciliations to the nearest GAAP measures. Trailing-twelve months (TTM) Adjusted EBITDA.3 Net debt refers to total gross debt before unamortized debt issuance costs and discounts, less cash and cash equivalents. Forward-Looking StatementsThe statements in this press release that are not historical statements, including statements regarding our expectations for our future financial performance, effective tax rate, operating cash flows, contract revenues, award activity and backlog, program activity, our business strategy, business opportunities, interest expense, our plans for raising and deploying capital and paying dividends, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the company's control that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by the statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: uncertainty, delays or reductions in government funding, appropriations and payments, including as a result of continuing resolution funding mechanisms, government shutdowns or changing budget priorities; developments and changes in government laws, regulations and regulatory requirements and policies that may require us to pause, delay or abandon new and existing projects; changes in the priorities, focus, authority and budgets of government agencies under the current administration that may impact our existing projects and/or our ability to win new contracts; the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine and volatility and continued unrest in the Middle East and the related impacts on our business; potential adverse economic and market conditions, such as interest rate and currency exchange rate fluctuations, or impacts of newly imposed U.S. tariffs and any additional responsive non-U.S. tariffs or other changes in trade policy, including impact tariffs could have on customer spend; the company's ability to manage its liquidity; delays, cancellations or reversals of contract awards due to bid protests or legal challenges; the potential adverse outcome of and the publicity surrounding audits and investigations by domestic and foreign government agencies and legislative bodies; changes in capital spending by the company's customers; the company's ability to obtain contracts from existing and new customers and perform under those contracts; structural changes in the industries in which the company operates; escalating costs associated with and the performance of fixed-fee projects and the company's ability to control its cost under its contracts; claims negotiations and contract disputes with the company's customers; changes in the demand for or price of oil and/or natural gas; protection of intellectual property rights; compliance with environmental laws; compliance with laws related to income taxes including compliance with the reconciliation bill H.R. 1; unsettled political conditions, war and the effects of terrorism; foreign operations and foreign exchange rates and controls; the development and installation of financial systems; the possibility of cyber and malware attacks; increased competition for employees; the ability to successfully complete and integrate acquisitions; investment decisions by project owners; and operations of joint ventures, including joint ventures that are not controlled by the company. The company's most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K, any subsequent Form 10-Qs and 8-Ks, and other U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings discuss some of the important risk factors that the company has identified that may affect its business, results of operations and financial condition. Except as required by law, the company undertakes no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason. For further information, please contact: Jamie DuBrayVice President, Investor Relations713-753-2133Investors@ Philip IvyVice President, Global Communications713-753-3800Mediarelations@ Consolidated Statements of Operations(In millions, except for per share data)(Unaudited) Three Months Ended Six Months Ended July 4, June 28, July 4, June 28, 2025 2024 2025 2024 Revenues: Mission Technology Solutions $ 1,412 $ 1,316 $ 2,880 $ 2,641 Sustainable Technology Solutions 540 531 1,090 1,024 Total revenues 1,952 1,847 3,970 3,665 Gross profit 290 270 590 518 Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates 51 40 93 70 Selling, general and administrative expenses (146 ) (129 ) (286 ) (250 ) Other (1 ) (1 ) (1 ) 8 Operating income (loss): Mission Technology Solutions 110 113 231 219 Sustainable Technology Solutions 123 106 242 201 Corporate (39 ) (39 ) (77 ) (74 ) Total operating income 194 180 396 346 Interest expense (41 ) (32 ) (82 ) (63 ) Other non-operating expense (8 ) (2 ) (5 ) (8 ) Income from continuing operations before income taxes 145 146 309 275 Provision for income taxes (39 ) (40 ) (82 ) (75 ) Net income from continuing operations 106 106 227 200 Net income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax (48 ) 1 (54 ) 1 Net income 58 107 173 201 Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests included in continuing operations 1 — 2 1 Less: Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests included in discontinued operations (16 ) 1 (18 ) 1 Net income attributable to KBR 73 106 189 199 Adjusted EBITDA¹ $ 242 $ 216 $ 490 $ 423 Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations $ 0.81 $ 0.79 $ 1.71 $ 1.47 Diluted loss per share from discontinued operations $ (0.25 ) $ — $ (0.27 ) $ — Diluted earnings per share attributable to KBR $ 0.56 $ 0.79 $ 1.44 $ 1.47 Adjusted EPS¹ $ 0.91 $ 0.83 $ 1.91 $ 1.59 Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding 129 134 131 135 Adjusted weighted average common shares outstanding 129 134 131 135 1 See additional information at the end of this release regarding non-GAAP financial information, including a reconciliation to the nearest GAAP measureKBR, Consolidated Balance Sheets(In millions, except share data) July 4, 2025 January 3, 2025 (Unaudited) Assets Current assets: Cash and equivalents $ 403 $ 342 Accounts receivable, net of allowance for credit losses of $7 and $9, respectively 1,213 1,066 Contract assets 282 271 Other current assets 164 173 Current assets of discontinued operations 30 21 Total current assets 2,092 1,873 Pension Assets 115 82 Property, plant, and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation of $500 and $474 (including net PPE of $6 and $5 owned by a variable interest entity), respectively 233 237 Operating lease assets right-of-use assets 196 203 Goodwill 2,693 2,630 Intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization of $473 and $427, respectively 761 763 Equity in and advances to unconsolidated affiliates 181 192 Deferred income taxes 179 209 Other assets 343 396 Non-current assets of discontinued operations — 78 Total Assets $ 6,793 $ 6,663 Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity Current liabilities: Accounts payable $ 813 $ 772 Contract liabilities 334 328 Accrued salaries, wages and benefits 341 351 Current maturities of long-term debt 43 36 Other current liabilities 288 280 Current liabilities of discontinued operations 38 15 Total current liabilities 1,857 1,782 Employee compensation and benefits 135 135 Income tax payable 128 122 Deferred income taxes 88 83 Long-term debt 2,571 2,533 Operating lease liabilities 217 228 Other liabilities 308 244 Non-current liabilities of discontinued operations — 69 Total liabilities 5,304 5,196 Commitments and Contingencies KBR shareholders' equity: Preferred stock, $0.001 par value, 50,000,000 shares authorized, none issued — — Common stock, $0.001 par value 300,000,000 shares authorized, 182,806,591 and 182,469,230 shares issued, and 128,841,538 and 132,435,609 shares outstanding, respectively — — Paid-in capital in excess of par 2,539 2,526 Retained earnings 1,513 1,367 Treasury stock, 53,965,053 shares and 50,033,621 shares, at cost, respectively (1,697 ) (1,494 ) Accumulated other comprehensive loss (868 ) (946 ) Total KBR shareholders' equity 1,487 1,453 Noncontrolling interests 2 14 Total shareholders' equity 1,489 1,467 Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $ 6,793 $ 6,663 KBR, Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (In millions) (Unaudited) Six Months Ended July 4, 2025 June 28, 2024 Cash flows from operating activities: Net income $ 173 $ 201 Less: Net (income) loss from discontinued operations, net of tax 54 (1 ) Net income from continuing operations 227 200 Depreciation and amortization 86 71 Equity in earnings of unconsolidated affiliates (93 ) (70 ) Deferred income tax 26 18 Gain on disposition of assets — (6 ) Other 4 — Changes in operating assets and liabilities: Accounts receivable, net of allowance for credit losses (128 ) (15 ) Contract assets (6 ) (39 ) Accounts payable 25 78 Contract liabilities (2 ) (3 ) Accrued salaries, wages and benefits (9 ) 22 Payments on operating lease obligation (41 ) (32 ) Payments from unconsolidated affiliates, net 5 5 Distributions of earnings from unconsolidated affiliates 124 99 Pension funding (1 ) (18 ) Other assets and liabilities 91 (54 ) Total cash flows provided by operating activities - continuing operations $ 308 $ 256 Cash flows from investing activities: Purchases of property, plant and equipment $ (16 ) $ (24 ) Proceeds from sale of assets or investments — 6 Return of equity method investments, net 3 36 Acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired (11 ) — Other — 1 Total cash flows provided by (used in) investing activities - continuing operations (24 ) 19 Cash flows from financing activities: Borrowings on long-term debt $ — $ 24 Borrowings on Revolver 373 168 Payments on short-term and long-term debt (18 ) (81 ) Payments on Revolver (323 ) (13 ) Payments to repurchase common stock (204 ) (158 ) Payments on settlement of warrants — (33 ) Debt Issuance Costs — (16 ) Payments of dividends to shareholders (41 ) (39 ) Other (6 ) (10 ) Total cash flows used in financing activities - continuing operations $ (219 ) $ (158 ) Total operating cash flows from discontinued operations (27 ) 5 Total investing cash flows from discontinued operations (12 ) (11 ) Total financing cash flows from discontinued operations 8 — Total cash flows from discontinued operations $ (31 ) $ (6 ) Effect of exchange rate changes on cash 20 (1 ) Increase in cash and cash equivalents 54 110 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 350 304 Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 404 $ 414 Less: cash and cash equivalents of discontinued operations 1 15 Cash and cash equivalents at end of period for continuing operations $ 403 $ 399 Supplemental disclosure of cash flows information: Noncash financing activities Dividends declared $ 21 $ 20 Unaudited Non-GAAP Financial InformationThe following information provides reconciliations of certain non-GAAP financial measures presented in the press release to which this reconciliation is attached to the most directly comparable financial measures calculated and presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The company has provided the non-GAAP financial information presented in the press release as information supplemental and in addition to the financial measures presented in the press release that are calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP. Such non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered superior to, as a substitute for or alternative to, and should be considered in conjunction with, the GAAP financial measures presented in the press release. The non-GAAP financial measures in the press release may differ from similar measures used by other companies. Adjusted EBITDAWe evaluate performance based on Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA margin. Adjusted EBITDA is defined as Net income (loss) attributable to KBR, plus Net (income) loss from discontinued operations, net of tax; less Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interest included in discontinued operations; less Interest expense; Other non-operating expense (income); Provision for income taxes; Depreciation and amortization; and certain discrete items as identified by Management to be non-recurring in nature as set forth below. Adjusted EBITDA can also be defined as Operating income less Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests from continuing operations; plus Depreciation and amortization; and certain discrete items as identified by Management to be non-recurring in nature as set forth below. Adjusted EBITDA margin is calculated as Adjusted EBITDA divided by Revenues. Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA margin for each of the three- and six-month periods ended July 4, 2025 and June 28, 2024 are considered non-GAAP financial measures under SEC rules because Adjusted EBITDA excludes certain amounts included in the calculation of Net income (loss) attributable to KBR in accordance with GAAP for such periods. Management believes Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA margin afford investors a view of what management considers KBR's core performance for each of the three- and six-month periods ended July 4, 2025 and June 28, 2024 and also affords investors the ability to make a more informed assessment of such core performance for the comparable periods. Three Months Ended Six Months Ended July 4, June 28, July 4, June 28, Dollars in millions 2025 2024 2025 2024 Net income attributable to KBR $ 73 $ 106 $ 189 $ 199 Net (income) loss from discontinued operations, net of tax 48 (1 ) 54 (1 ) Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interest included in discontinued operations (16 ) 1 (18 ) 1 Net income attributable to KBR from continuing operations $ 105 $ 106 $ 225 $ 199 Interest expense 41 32 82 63 Other non-operating expense (income) 8 2 5 8 Provision for income taxes 39 40 82 75 Depreciation and amortization 45 35 86 71 Acquisition, integration and other 4 5 10 6 Ichthys commercial dispute cost — (1 ) — 3 Legacy legal fees and settlements — (3 ) — (2 ) Adjusted EBITDA $ 242 $ 216 $ 490 $ 423 Three Months Ended Six Months Ended July 4, June 28, July 4, June 28, Dollars in millions 2025 2024 2025 2024 Operating income - MTS $ 110 $ 113 $ 231 $ 219 Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests included in continuing operations 1 2 1 2 Depreciation and amortization 30 21 59 45 Legacy legal fees and settlements — (3 ) — (2 ) Adjusted EBITDA - MTS $ 141 $ 133 $ 291 $ 264 Operating income - STS $ 123 $ 106 $ 242 $ 201 Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests included in continuing operations (2 ) (2 ) (3 ) (3 ) Depreciation and amortization 8 7 14 12 Ichthys commercial dispute cost — (1 ) — 3 Adjusted EBITDA - STS $ 129 $ 110 $ 253 $ 213 Operating income - Corporate $ (39 ) $ (39 ) $ (77 ) $ (74 ) Depreciation and amortization 7 7 13 14 Acquisition, integration and other 4 5 10 6 Adjusted EBITDA - Corporate $ (28 ) $ (27 ) $ (54 ) $ (54 ) Operating income - KBR $ 194 $ 180 $ 396 $ 346 Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests included in continuing operations (1 ) — (2 ) (1 ) Depreciation and amortization 45 35 86 71 Acquisition, integration and other 4 5 10 6 Legacy legal fee and settlements — (3 ) — (2 ) Ichthys commercial dispute cost — (1 ) — 3 Adjusted EBITDA - KBR $ 242 $ 216 $ 490 $ 423 Adjusted EPS Adjusted earnings per share (Adjusted EPS) for each of the three- and six-month periods ended July 4, 2025 and June 28, 2024 is considered a non-GAAP financial measure under SEC rules because Adjusted EPS excludes certain amounts included in the Diluted EPS calculated in accordance with GAAP for such periods. The most directly comparable financial measure calculated in accordance with GAAP is Diluted EPS for the same periods. Management believes that Adjusted EPS affords investors a view of what management considers KBR's core earnings performance for each of the three- and six-month periods ended July 4, 2025 and June 28, 2024 and also affords investors the ability to make a more informed assessment of such core earnings performance for the comparable periods. Three Months Ended Six Months Ended July 4, June 28, July 4, June 28, 2025 2024 2025 2024 Diluted EPS attributable to KBR $ 0.56 $ 0.79 $ 1.44 $ 1.47 Diluted EPS from discontinued operations (0.25 ) — (0.27 ) — Diluted EPS from continuing operations $ 0.81 $ 0.79 $ 1.71 $ 1.47 Amortization related to acquisitions 0.07 0.04 0.14 0.08 Ichthys commercial dispute cost — (0.01 ) — 0.02 Acquisition, integration and other 0.03 0.03 0.06 0.04 Legacy legal fees and settlements — (0.02 ) — (0.02 ) Adjusted EPS $ 0.91 $ 0.83 $ 1.91 $ 1.59 Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding 129 134 131 135 Adjusted weighted average common shares outstanding 129 134 131 135 Operating Cash Conversion Operating cash conversion is considered a non-GAAP financial measure under SEC rules. Operating cash conversion is calculated as Operating cash flows from continuing operations divided by Adjusted weighted average common shares outstanding, which is then divided by Adjusted earnings per share. Management believes that Operating cash conversion affords investors a view of what management considers KBR's core operating cash flow performance for each of the three- and six-month periods ended July 4, 2025 and June 28, 2024 and also afford investors the ability to make a more informed assessment of such core operating cash generation performance. Three Months Ended Six Months Ended July 4, June 28, July 4, June 28, Dollars in millions, except per share amounts 2025 2024 2025 2024 Operating cash flows from continuing operations $ 217 $ 157 $ 308 $ 256 Operating cash flow per adjusted share $ 1.68 $ 1.17 $ 2.35 $ 1.90 Adjusted earnings per share 0.91 0.83 1.91 1.59 Operating cash conversion 185 % 141 % 123 % 119 %
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Release Date: July 30, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Positive Points Wesbanco Inc (NASDAQ:WSBC) reported a significant increase in earnings per share to $0.91, excluding merger-related charges, demonstrating strong financial performance. The company achieved a net interest margin of 3.59%, reflecting improved profitability. Fee income grew by 40% year over year, driven by both the acquisition of Premier Financial and organic growth. Successful integration of Premier Financial's customer data systems, transitioning approximately 450,000 relationships seamlessly. Organic loan growth was strong, with a 6% year-over-year increase, and the commercial loan pipeline remains robust at $1.3 billion. Negative Points There was a decline in deposits quarter over quarter due to normal seasonality and intentional runoff of higher-cost CDs. The company experienced an increase in commercial real estate (CRE) payoffs, which could impact future loan growth. Non-interest expenses increased by 47.5% year over year, partly due to the addition of Premier's expense base and higher FDIC insurance costs. The efficiency ratio, although improved, still indicates room for further cost management improvements. Potential headwinds to margin growth in the third quarter due to the repricing of CDs and lower purchase accounting accretion. Q & A Highlights Q: Can you provide some insights on the increase in credit size and how you maintain credit culture while expanding your footprint with LPOs? A: (Jeff Jackson, CEO) The increase in credit size is mainly due to regrading some Premier clients we acquired. We expect improvements in the third quarter with upgrades and payoffs. Regarding LPOs, we maintain the same underwriting and credit policies across all markets, with experienced credit officers approving credits. Our credit quality has been strong in LPO markets, and we expect this to continue. Q: How do you prioritize capital deployment among dividends, organic growth, and M&A? A: (Jeff Jackson, CEO) Our priority is dividends, followed by organic growth, which is our main focus. We are excited about opportunities in the Premier footprint and new LPOs in Knoxville and Northern Virginia. M&A and buybacks are lower priorities. We aim to execute the Premier transaction and grow in those markets while expanding our healthcare strategy. Q: Is mid-single-digit loan growth a sustainable target for WesBanco, considering the Premier acquisition and new LPOs? A: (Jeff Jackson, CEO) We are targeting mid to upper single-digit growth. While CRE payoffs have increased, our balance sheet allows for continued expansion potential. Our pipelines are strong, and we feel confident about achieving mid to upper single-digit growth, especially in the second half of the year. Q: With over 250 branches, is branch rationalization a consideration for cost savings? A: (Jeff Jackson, CEO) We regularly evaluate branch efficiency and profitability. We will review our branches in the second half of the year for potential closures, which could lead to cost savings. However, no specific numbers are available yet. Q: What are your expectations for net interest margin accretion in the coming quarters? A: (Dan Weiss, CFO) We expect accretion to be in the high 20s in the third quarter, dropping to mid-20s in the fourth quarter, with a basis point reduction per quarter over the next six quarters. This reflects our modeling and anticipated trends. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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Release Date: July 30, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Positive Points Orders increased by 9.7% year-over-year, reaching 11.2 billion. Revenues grew by 12.9%, amounting to 8.9 billion for the semester. Free operating cash flow increased by 19%, indicating improved financial health. Net debt improved by 27%, showcasing effective debt management. The company has launched three joint ventures that are now fully operational, contributing to organic growth. Negative Points The impact of new tariffs remains uncertain, with potential indirect effects yet to be fully assessed. Despite positive financial metrics, there is a delay in the immediate effect on revenues and EBITDA, expected to show in 2026. The company faces challenges in scaling up capacity and efficiency to meet anticipated demand growth. The geopolitical landscape and defense budget increases require significant adaptation and strategic planning. There is ongoing uncertainty regarding the application of tariffs on specific products, such as helicopters, which could affect future operations. Q & A Highlights Warning! GuruFocus has detected 1 Warning Sign with FINMF. Q: Can you provide an update on Leonardo's financial performance for the first half of 2025? A: Roberto Cingolani, CEO, reported that orders increased by 9.7% to 11.2 billion, and revenues grew by 12.9% to 8.9 billion. The free operating cash flow rose by 19%, and net debt improved by 27%. These results indicate that efficiency efforts and portfolio rationalization are yielding positive outcomes. Q: What is the new guidance for orders and free operating cash flow for 2025? A: Roberto Cingolani, CEO, announced an increase in guidance for orders by 7%, targeting between 22.25 and 22.75 billion. The free operating cash flow guidance has been raised by 9%, with expectations between 920 and 980 million. Q: How is Leonardo addressing the potential impact of tariffs on its business? A: Roberto Cingolani, CEO, stated that the direct impact of tariffs is minimal due to limited exposure in governmental sales and defense. The company is monitoring the situation and expects only a small tariff impact on its US market business, estimated at 10 to 20 million. Q: Can you elaborate on the progress of Leonardo's joint ventures? A: Roberto Cingolani, CEO, highlighted that the Leonardo Bayar joint venture for drones is progressing rapidly, with sales campaigns expected to start in early 2026. The Leonardo Reimal military vehicle joint venture is ahead of schedule, and the Edgewing Company, a joint venture for the 6th generation combat aircraft, has been incorporated. Q: What are the expectations for Leonardo's growth in the defense sector? A: Roberto Cingolani, CEO, explained that Leonardo anticipates significant growth due to increased defense budgets in Europe and NATO's strategy. The company expects revenues to potentially reach 30 billion by 2029, driven by both organic and inorganic growth initiatives. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. 登入存取你的投資組合
