Atlas Engineered Products Ltd (APEUF) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Revenue Growth ...
Revenue: $11 million for Q1 2025, a 21% increase over the same quarter last year.
LCF Revenue Increase: 56% increase in revenues at LCF period-over-period.
Engineered Wood Products Sales: 30% increase for Q1 2025 over Q1 2024.
Gross Margin: Remained consistent compared to Q1 2024.
Normalized EBITDA: Approximately $616,000 for Q1 2025, an increase over the prior year.
Quoting Activity: Up by 29% as of the end of April 2025 compared to the previous year.
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Release Date: May 27, 2025
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.
Atlas Engineered Products Ltd (APEUF) reported a 21% increase in revenue for Q1 2025 compared to the same quarter last year, driven by increased sales in the commercial and multifamily building sectors.
The company achieved a 56% increase in revenues at LCF, attributed to successful integration and expansion into the commercial building industry.
Engineered wood products sales increased by 30% in Q1 2025 over the previous year, supported by an expanded sales force and strong supplier relationships.
The company is investing in automation, with the first robotic hub in Clinton under construction, expected to contribute materially starting Q2 2026.
Atlas Engineered Products Ltd (APEUF) is actively managing capital through share buybacks, seeing deep value in its stock and making accretive purchases.
The company experienced a drag on working capital in Q1 due to higher inventories, which may not fully reverse until Q3 or Q4.
There is a funding gap for capital expenditures, with $15 million left for normal CapEx and robotics, which may require additional debt financing.
The company faces challenges in converting quotes to orders, despite a 29% increase in quoting activity up to April 2025.
Homebuilder demand shows some regional weaknesses, particularly in Ontario and BC, with growing inventory balances in these areas.
The company is exposed to risks associated with political and economic uncertainties, which have previously impacted builder confidence and market activity.
Q: Can you expand on the quoting activity, which is up 29% year-to-date, and provide insights on regional opportunities and property types? A: Mohammad Hadi Abassi, CEO: We have a national footprint in Canada, and quoting activity varies by region. Currently, we're busy in the Maritimes, Prairies, parts of British Columbia, and Ontario. The U.S. market is also picking up as tariff concerns settle. Our sales force is actively pursuing opportunities across these regions, focusing on wood construction, including housing, condominiums, and commercial projects.
Q: Regarding the working capital drag from higher inventories in Q1, do you expect this to reverse in Q2 or Q3? A: Melissa Macrae, CFO: We typically see a working capital drag in Q1, which may not fully reverse until Q3 or Q4. This year, we invested in finished goods to increase capacity for the summer months, which has temporarily impacted cash flow. However, we expect results to improve later in the year.
Q: Can you provide any updates on the acquisition in Western Canada and its performance compared to expectations? A: Melissa Macrae, CFO: The acquisition is performing steadily and aligns with our expectations. They are experiencing a strong start to the year, which is encouraging as we work to finalize the acquisition.
Q: How are homebuilders reacting to the current market conditions, especially with the recent strength in housing starts? A: Melissa Macrae, CFO: Homebuilders are becoming more comfortable post-elections in Canada and the U.S. Despite previous uncertainties, builders are preparing for upcoming projects, and we see a readiness to move forward as political and tariff-related distractions subside.
Q: With $8 million in cash and $15 million in remaining CapEx, how do you plan to address the funding gap? A: Melissa Macrae, CFO: We are focusing on driving internally generated cash flow through increased sales. Additionally, we have a $7.5 million line of credit with our banking partner, which we can utilize as needed to manage cash flow throughout the year.
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.
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