[First Quarter 2025 Results Overview](index=1&type=section&id=First%20Quarter%202025%20Results%20Overview) [Management Commentary and Highlights](index=1&type=section&id=Management%20Commentary%20and%20Highlights) The company maintained solid margins and continued its capital return program despite challenging market and weather conditions - CEO Shyam Reddy stated that the company maintained **solid margins** in both specialty and structural products despite challenging weather and market conditions[4](index=4&type=chunk) - The company returned capital to shareholders by repurchasing **$15 million** worth of shares during the quarter, with **$31 million** remaining on the share repurchase authorization[4](index=4&type=chunk)[9](index=9&type=chunk) **Q1 2025 Key Metrics Summary** | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Net Sales | $709 million | | Gross Profit | $111 million | | Gross Margin | 15.7% | | Net Income | $2.8 million | | Diluted EPS | $0.33 | | Adjusted EBITDA | $19.6 million | | Available Liquidity | $795 million | | Share Repurchases | $15 million | [Financial Performance](index=1&type=section&id=Financial%20Performance) [Overall Financial Performance](index=1&type=section&id=Overall%20Financial%20Performance) Net sales decreased 2% year-over-year to $709 million, while net income declined significantly to $2.8 million **Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024 Key Financials** | Financial Metric | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Sales | $709M | $726M | -2.3% | | Gross Profit | $111M | $128M | -13.3% | | Gross Margin | 15.7% | 17.6% | -190 bps | | Net Income | $2.8M | $17.5M | -84.0% | | Diluted EPS | $0.33 | $2.00 | -83.5% | | Adjusted Net Income | $2.3M | $18.8M | -87.8% | | Adjusted Diluted EPS | $0.27 | $2.14 | -87.4% | | Adjusted EBITDA | $19.6M | $38.8M | -49.5% | [Specialty Products](index=1&type=section&id=Specialty%20Products) Specialty products net sales decreased 4.9% YoY to $479 million, attributed to price deflation and lower volumes **Specialty Products Performance (Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024)** | Metric | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Sales | $479M | $504M | -4.9% | | Gross Profit | $90M | $104M | -13.7% | | Gross Margin | 18.7% | 20.7% | -200 bps | - The decrease in net sales was driven by **price deflation** from external market conditions and lower volumes for most specialty product categories[6](index=6&type=chunk) - Excluding import duty-related benefits, the specialty products gross margin was **18.2%** in Q1 2025 compared to **19.4%** in Q1 2024, a decline of 120 basis points[6](index=6&type=chunk)[8](index=8&type=chunk) [Structural Products](index=1&type=section&id=Structural%20Products) Structural products net sales grew 3.3% YoY to $230 million, driven by increased lumber pricing and higher volumes **Structural Products Performance (Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024)** | Metric | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Sales | $230M | $222M | +3.3% | | Gross Profit | $21.4M | $23.6M | -9.3% | | Gross Margin | 9.3% | 10.6% | -130 bps | - The increase in structural sales was due to overall increases in **lumber pricing** and increased lumber and panel volumes, partially offset by price declines in panels[7](index=7&type=chunk) [Operating Expenses and Cash Flow](index=3&type=section&id=Operating%20Expenses%20and%20Cash%20Flow) SG&A expenses increased by $2.8 million to $94 million, while the company experienced a seasonal net cash outflow from operations - SG&A expenses were **$94 million**, a $2.8 million increase from the prior year, mainly due to technology initiatives and higher logistics costs[11](index=11&type=chunk) - Net cash used in operating activities was **$(34) million**, and free cash flow was **$(40) million**, which is typical for the first fiscal quarter due to seasonality[14](index=14&type=chunk) [Capital Allocation and Financial Position](index=3&type=section&id=Capital%20Allocation%20and%20Financial%20Position) [Capital Investments and Share Repurchases](index=3&type=section&id=Capital%20Investments%20and%20Share%20Repurchases) The company invested in facilities and its fleet while continuing its share repurchase program with a $15 million buyback - Invested **$6.4 million** in property and equipment, primarily for improvements to distribution facilities and digital transformation[15](index=15&type=chunk) - Entered into **$28 million** of new finance leases, mainly to enhance the company's fleet[15](index=15&type=chunk) - Purchased approximately **$15 million** of the Company's common stock, with **$31 million** remaining under the $100 million share repurchase program[15](index=15&type=chunk) [Debt and Liquidity](index=3&type=section&id=Debt%20and%20Liquidity) The company maintained a strong liquidity position of $795 million with a negative net debt position and a low net leverage ratio **Debt and Liquidity Position (as of March 29, 2025)** | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Total Debt & Finance Leases (excl. real property) | $374 million | | Cash and Cash Equivalents | $449 million | | Net Debt (excl. real property) | ($75) million | | Available Liquidity | $795 million | | Net Leverage Ratio (excl. real property) | (0.7x) | [Business Outlook](index=3&type=section&id=Business%20Outlook) [Second Quarter 2025 Outlook](index=3&type=section&id=Second%20Quarter%202025%20Outlook) The company anticipates stable gross margins for Q2 2025 and has observed improved average daily sales volumes - Through the first four weeks of Q2 2025, specialty product gross margin was in the range of **17% to 18%**[17](index=17&type=chunk) - Structural product gross margin was in the range of **9% to 10%** for the same period[17](index=17&type=chunk) - **Average daily sales volumes improved** versus both Q1 2025 and Q2 2024[17](index=17&type=chunk) [Supplemental Information](index=3&type=section&id=Supplemental%20Information) [Conference Call Information](index=3&type=section&id=Conference%20Call%20Information) A conference call to discuss financial results is scheduled for April 30, 2025, with a webcast available online - A conference call to discuss results is scheduled for **April 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time**[18](index=18&type=chunk) - A webcast and replay will be available in the Investor Relations section of the BlueLinx website[18](index=18&type=chunk) [Forward-Looking Statements](index=5&type=section&id=Forward-Looking%20Statements) The report contains forward-looking statements subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause results to differ materially - The report contains forward-looking statements about strategy, liquidity, debt, future share repurchases, and the Q2 2025 outlook[23](index=23&type=chunk) - These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, adverse housing market conditions, competition, trade policies, and pricing variability[24](index=24&type=chunk) [Non-GAAP Measures](index=7&type=section&id=Non-GAAP%20Measures) The company uses non-GAAP measures like Adjusted EBITDA and Free Cash Flow to provide a clearer view of its performance - **Adjusted EBITDA** is defined as net income plus interest, taxes, depreciation & amortization, and further adjusted for certain non-cash and special items[29](index=29&type=chunk) - **Adjusted Net Income** is defined as Net Income adjusted for certain non-cash and special items and their tax impacts[32](index=32&type=chunk) - **Free Cash Flow** is defined as net cash from operating activities less total capital expenditures[34](index=34&type=chunk) - **Net Debt** is calculated as total debt and finance lease obligations, less cash and cash equivalents, and is used to assess liquidity and leverage[37](index=37&type=chunk) [Financial Statements and Reconciliations](index=10&type=section&id=Financial%20Statements%20and%20Reconciliations) [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=10&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) For Q1 2025, the company reported net sales of $709.2 million and net income of $2.8 million, or $0.33 per diluted share **Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)** | (In thousands, except per share amounts) | Three Fiscal Months Ended March 29, 2025 | Three Fiscal Months Ended March 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net sales | $ 709,226 | $ 726,244 | | Gross profit | $ 111,129 | $ 127,681 | | Operating income | $ 10,724 | $ 27,668 | | Net income | $ 2,805 | $ 17,492 | | Diluted earnings per share | $ 0.33 | $ 2.00 | [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=11&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) As of March 29, 2025, total assets were $1.63 billion, with cash and cash equivalents decreasing to $449.0 million **Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited)** | (In thousands) | As of March 29, 2025 | As of December 28, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **ASSETS** | | | | Cash and cash equivalents | $ 449,020 | $ 505,622 | | Inventories, net | $ 399,555 | $ 355,909 | | Total current assets | $ 1,166,303 | $ 1,133,988 | | Total assets | $ 1,633,470 | $ 1,577,717 | | **LIABILITIES AND EQUITY** | | | | Total current liabilities | $ 280,574 | $ 233,724 | | Total liabilities | $ 997,356 | $ 931,276 | | Total stockholders' equity | $ 636,114 | $ 646,441 | | Total liabilities and stockholders' equity | $ 1,633,470 | $ 1,577,717 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=12&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) The first quarter saw a net cash usage of $33.9 million from operations and $19.3 million from financing activities **Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)** | (In thousands) | Three Fiscal Months Ended March 29, 2025 | Three Fiscal Months Ended March 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash used in operating activities | $ (33,908) | $ (31,135) | | Net cash used in investing activities | $ (3,392) | $ (5,320) | | Net cash used in financing activities | $ (19,302) | $ (3,979) | | Net change in cash and cash equivalents | $ (56,602) | $ (40,434) | | Cash and cash equivalents at end of period | $ 449,020 | $ 481,309 | [Gross Profit and Gross Margin by Product Category](index=13&type=section&id=Gross%20Profit%20and%20Gross%20Margin%20by%20Product%20Category) This schedule disaggregates revenues and gross profit, showing an adjusted total gross margin of 15.3% for Q1 2025 **Gross Profit and Margin by Product Category (Q1 2025)** | Product Category | Net Sales ($M) | Gross Profit ($M) | Gross Margin % | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Specialty products | $479.4 | $89.8 | 18.7% | | Structural products | $229.8 | $21.4 | 9.3% | | **Total** | **$709.2** | **$111.1** | **15.7%** | - Excluding a **$2.4 million** benefit from import duty-related items, the company's gross margin for Q1 2025 would have been **15.3%**, compared to 16.7% in Q1 2024 (which excluded a $6.5 million benefit)[46](index=46&type=chunk) [Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measurements](index=14&type=section&id=Reconciliation%20of%20Non-GAAP%20Measurements) This section reconciles GAAP Net Income of $2.8 million to non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA of $19.6 million for Q1 2025 **Reconciliation of Net Income to Adjusted EBITDA (Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024)** | (In thousands) | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net income | $ 2,805 | $ 17,492 | | Depreciation and amortization | $ 9,554 | $ 9,433 | | Interest expense, net | $ 6,580 | $ 4,624 | | Provision for income taxes | $ 1,339 | $ 5,552 | | Other adjustments | $ (720) | $ 1,680 | | **Adjusted EBITDA** | **$ 19,558** | **$ 38,781** | **Reconciliation of Net Income to Adjusted Net Income (Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024)** | (In thousands) | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net income | $ 2,805 | $ 17,492 | | Adjustments (pre-tax) | $ (720) | $ 1,680 | | Tax impacts of adjustments | $ 233 | $ (405) | | **Adjusted net income** | **$ 2,318** | **$ 18,767** | [Liquidity Measures](index=16&type=section&id=Liquidity%20Measures) The company reported a negative Net Debt of $74.7 million and a Net Leverage Ratio of (0.7x) as of March 29, 2025 **Net Debt and Leverage Ratio Calculation (as of March 29, 2025)** | ($ amounts in thousands) | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Total debt and finance leases | $ 616,755 | | Less: available cash and cash equivalents | $ 449,020 | | **Net debt (non-GAAP)** | **$ 167,735** | | **Net debt, excluding real property finance leases (non-GAAP)** | **$ (74,655)** | | Trailing twelve-month adjusted EBITDA | $ 112,133 | | **Net leverage ratio excl. real property finance leases** | **(0.7x)** | **Free Cash Flow Reconciliation (Q1 2025)** | (In thousands) | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Net cash used in operating activities | $ (33,908) | | Less: Disbursements for property and equipment | $ (5,932) | | **Free cash flow - non-GAAP** | **$ (39,840)** |

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分组1 - Short-term market volatility in 2025 can be mitigated by adopting a longer investment horizon, allowing for potential recovery from near-term losses [1] - Evaluating companies for long-term potential can be simplified by considering Wall Street analysts' price target estimates, which can be averaged to reduce the impact of outlier ratings [2] 分组2 - Dycom Industries Inc. (NYSE: DY) provides contracting services for U.S. telecommunications and utility industries, with a current stock price of $154.41 and a 12-month price forecast of $200.22, indicating a 29.67% upside [4][5] - In Q4 2024, Dycom's contract revenues increased by 13.9% year-over-year to nearly $1.1 billion, with diluted earnings per share (EPS) growing over 40% year-over-year to $1.11 [5][6] - Analysts have initiated coverage on Dycom with an Overweight rating, and the stock's price-to-sales ratio is currently 0.93, suggesting potential value [7][6] 分组3 - Orion Group Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ORN) focuses on industrial construction, with a current stock price of $6.01 and a 12-month price forecast of $12.50, representing a 108.16% upside [8][9] - The company has a $16 billion new business pipeline and a backlog of just under $1 billion, having returned to profitability in Q4 2024 [11] - Orion's stock has fallen approximately 21% year-to-date, but its price-to-sales ratio is now 0.29, making it an attractive value opportunity [12] 分组4 - BlueLinx Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BXC) is expected to face increased materials costs due to tariffs, but its strong U.S. operations and demand for specialized products may mitigate these challenges [14] - The current stock price for BlueLinx is $71.68, with a 12-month price forecast of $122.25, indicating a 70.55% upside [15] - Analysts unanimously rate BlueLinx a Buy, with a consensus price target close to 75% above the current price, highlighting its competitive edge in the niche construction supply chain [16][13]

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the full year 2024, the company generated net sales of $3 billion, a decrease of 6% from 2023, primarily due to specialty price deflation [42] - Adjusted EBITDA for 2024 was $131 million, representing a 4.4% adjusted EBITDA margin [43] - Net income for the year was $53 million, with diluted EPS at $6.19 per share [43] - The company reported liquidity of $852 million at the end of the year, including $506 million in cash [17][45] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Specialty products accounted for approximately 70% of net sales and 80% of gross profit for both Q4 and full year 2024 [11] - Specialty product sales were $484 million in Q4, down 1% year over year, while structural product sales were $227 million, up 1% [32][38] - Specialty gross margin was 18.4%, down 100 basis points from the previous year, while structural gross margin was 10.8%, up 20 basis points [36][39] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company faced a challenging housing market with the lowest existing housing sales in thirty years and elevated interest rates impacting demand [21] - Builder sentiment fell due to concerns about tariffs and affordability issues, leading to expectations of flat to declining housing starts in 2025 [22][24] - Despite market challenges, the company reported low single-digit volume growth in specialty products year over year [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on five high-margin specialty product categories: engineered wood, siding, millwork, industrial, and outdoor living products [10] - A digital transformation initiative is underway to enhance operational capabilities and customer experience, with a new e-commerce platform in pilot phase [13][14] - The company plans to open additional greenfield locations, with expectations of generating $40 million to $100 million in net sales at maturity [15][16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about long-term prospects in the housing and building products sector despite near-term uncertainties [24][25] - The company is committed to gaining market share through strategic focus on national accounts and multifamily growth [24][26] - Management noted that while pricing remains volatile, there is hope for stabilization in specialty product pricing [28] Other Important Information - The company returned $45 million to shareholders in 2024 through share repurchases [18] - SG&A expenses increased by 10% in Q4 due to higher payroll and logistics costs [33] - The company anticipates a slight increase in SG&A levels for 2025 as it continues to invest in growth initiatives [43] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide more color on the sequential improvement on specialty product pricing? - Management noted five quarters of sequential year-over-year growth in specialty products, indicating a targeted strategy is yielding results [56][58] Question: What are you hearing from channel partners regarding R and R demand expectations in 2025? - Management indicated that low existing home sales pressure repair and remodel activity, but they are focused on gaining share in this area [61][63] Question: What is the timeline for the full ramp of your e-commerce platform? - Management stated that the e-commerce platform is in a pilot phase and will be gradually enhanced over the coming years [66][68] Question: Can you provide an update on the Portland greenfield location? - Management mentioned that the Portland location is in its early stages, with a focus on ramping up capabilities and sales [82][86] Question: How might your strategy change if tariffs on Canada are implemented? - Management expressed confidence in their inventory management capabilities and indicated that they would adapt their strategy as needed [100][102] Question: What is the current status of vendor commitments for the Portland facility? - Management confirmed that vendor relationships are in place to support the product mix needed for the Portland facility [104][106] Question: Can you discuss the growth in your multifamily business? - Management highlighted a strategic focus on multifamily, with enhanced teams and capital allocation driving year-over-year growth [128][130]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company generated net sales of $747 million, a decrease of 8% year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA of $36.6 million, resulting in a 4.9% adjusted EBITDA margin [12][25] - Adjusted net income was $16.7 million or $1.95 per share, while net income was $16 million or $1.87 per share [27][12] - Total gross profit was $126 million, with a gross margin of 16.8%, down 40 basis points from the prior period [25] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Specialty products accounted for approximately 70% of net sales, with revenues declining 7% year-over-year due to price deflation [13][28] - Specialty gross margin was 19.4%, down 40 basis points from last year, while structural product revenues declined 9% due to significant price deflation [14][30] - Structural products generated net sales of $228 million, with a gross margin of 11%, down 30 basis points from the same period last year [30] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. housing market remains volatile, with total housing starts at an adjusted annual rate of 1.35 million, down 0.5% from August and down 0.7% year-over-year [19] - Existing home sales have sunk to their lowest levels in 30 years, impacting repair and remodel activity [21] - The turnover rate for homes is only 2.5%, the lowest level in over 30 years, indicating a weak sales velocity [21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on growing key specialty product categories at a higher rate than structural products, aiming for a shift in product mix over the next several years [8] - Digital transformation efforts are on track, with Phase 1 expected to be completed by Q3 2025, enhancing operational and commercial capabilities [9] - The company is exploring greenfield and M&A opportunities to expand geographic reach and support specialty product sales growth [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that low existing home turnover and home affordability issues are hindering the housing market recovery [16] - The Federal Reserve's interest rate positioning is critical for the housing recovery, with current mortgage rates above 6.5% [17][18] - Management believes sustained reductions in interest rates are necessary to support a long-term housing recovery, expected to begin in the back half of 2025 [18] Other Important Information - The company repurchased $15 million in shares during the third quarter, totaling over $138 million since the beginning of 2022 [16] - The financial position remains strong, with cash on hand of $526 million and available liquidity of approximately $873 million at the end of the quarter [32] Q&A Session Summary Question: What drove the positive volume growth in Specialty Products? - Management attributed the growth to a strong focus on share gain strategies, particularly in national accounts and multifamily sectors, along with some seasonal benefits [38] Question: Have there been any sequential moderation of price declines in key specialty categories? - Management noted a slight sequential improvement in pricing for specialty products in the first four weeks of Q4, indicating confidence in future pricing improvements [39] Question: What is the outlook for structural margins given recent price dynamics? - Management indicated that structural margins improved due to a normalization of inventory levels and a better balance in supply and demand [40][41] Question: Can you provide an update on the competitive landscape? - Management highlighted solid performance in the East region and noted that private-label products help weather competitive pressures [44][45] Question: What happens if interest rates do not decrease? - Management emphasized a focus on greenfield opportunities and maintaining a disciplined approach to inventory management to navigate market dynamics [49][50] Question: How is inventory management being handled in growth specialty categories? - Management stated that inventory is managed to specific turn day targets to support customer demands, ensuring optimal stocking positions [60]

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Financial Performance - Net sales for Q3 2024 were $747 million, a decrease of $63 million, or 8% compared to Q3 2023[3] - Adjusted Net Income for the three months ended September 28, 2024, was $16,016,000, compared to $24,382,000 for the same period in 2023, representing a decrease of 34.3%[31] - Adjusted Earnings Per Share (diluted) for the three months ended September 28, 2024, was $1.87, down from $2.71 in the prior year, a decline of 30.9%[31] - Net income for the three months ended September 28, 2024, was $16,016,000, a decrease from $24,382,000 for the same period in 2023, representing a decline of 34.5%[38] - Adjusted net income for the three months ended September 28, 2024, was $16,656,000, down 37.8% from $26,764,000 in the prior year[42] - Basic EPS for the three months ended September 28, 2024, was $1.88, a decline of 30.9% from $2.72 in the same quarter last year[42] Revenue and Sales - Specialty products net sales were $519 million, a decrease of $40 million, or 7.1% year-over-year, with a gross margin of 19.4%[4] - Structural products net sales decreased by $23 million, or 9.1%, to $228 million, with a gross margin of 11.0%[5] - Total net sales for the three months ended September 28, 2024, were $747,288,000, down 7.7% from $809,981,000 in the prior year[37] - Specialty products net sales for the three months ended September 28, 2024, were $519,000,000, down 7.1% from $558,851,000 in the same period last year[37] - Structural products net sales for the three months ended September 28, 2024, were $228,288,000, a decrease of 9.1% from $251,130,000 in the prior year[37] Profitability - Gross profit was $126 million, down $14 million, or 10% year-over-year, with a gross margin of 16.8%, a decline of 40 basis points from the previous year[3] - Gross profit for the three months ended September 28, 2024, was $125,669,000, down 9.8% from $139,246,000 in the prior year, with a gross margin of 16.8%[31] - The company reported a gross margin of 16.8% for the three months ended September 28, 2024, compared to 17.2% in the same period last year[37] Cash Flow and Debt - Operating cash flow was $62 million, and free cash flow was $54 million, driven by net income and improved working capital[11] - Free cash flow for the three months ended September 28, 2024, was $53,837,000, a decrease of 26.0% compared to $72,707,000 for the same period in 2023[46] - Total debt was $351 million, with a net leverage ratio of (1.2x) based on trailing twelve-month Adjusted EBITDA of $146 million[13] - Total debt and finance leases as of September 28, 2024, amounted to $593,810,000, an increase from $585,426,000 as of December 30, 2023[45] - Net debt as of September 28, 2024, was $67,529,000, compared to $63,683,000 as of December 30, 2023[45] - Net leverage ratio as of September 28, 2024, was 0.5x, up from 0.3x as of December 30, 2023[45] Expenses - SG&A expenses were $92 million, an increase of $1 million year-over-year, primarily due to higher technology expenses[8] - Total operating expenses for the three months ended September 28, 2024, were $101,644,000, an increase of 2.1% compared to $99,590,000 in the same period last year[31] Future Outlook - For Q4 2024, specialty product gross margin is expected to be in the range of 18% to 19%[14] Inventory and Assets - The company reported a decrease in inventories, netting $340,541,000 as of September 28, 2024, compared to $343,638,000 in the previous quarter[33] - Total assets increased to $1,611,079,000 as of September 28, 2024, from $1,537,601,000 at the end of the previous quarter, reflecting growth in the company's asset base[33]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported net sales of $768 million, a decrease of 6% year-over-year, with total gross profit at $122 million and a gross margin of 15.9%, down 70 basis points from the prior period [15][17] - Adjusted EBITDA was $34 million, representing a 4.5% margin on net sales, while adjusted net income was $15 million, or $1.68 per share [7][17] - Specialty Products accounted for approximately 70% of net sales and about 85% of gross profits for the second quarter [7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Specialty product revenues declined 6% year-over-year due to price deflation, with gross profit from specialty product sales at $104 million, down 4% year-over-year, and specialty gross margin at 19.3%, up 20 basis points from last year [8][18] - Structural product revenues decreased 7% year-over-year, with gross profit from structural products at $18 million, a decrease of 33% year-over-year, and structural gross margin at 7.9%, down from 11% in the same period last year [9][18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. housing market remains volatile, with June housing starts at an adjusted annual rate of 1.35 million, up 3% from May but down 4.4% year-over-year [12] - Builder confidence has declined, with the index dropping from 51 in April to 42 in July, reflecting negative sentiment regarding anticipated building activity [12][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on modernizing its business with new technology, including re-architecting data, launching an e-commerce solution, and implementing a transportation management system [6] - The strategy includes growing key specialty product categories at a higher rate than structural products and exploring M&A and Greenfield opportunities to expand geographic reach [7][10] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism for a recovery in the housing market in 2025, contingent on interest rate cuts and stabilization of mortgage rates [11][33] - The company anticipates continued price deflation in specialty products through the end of 2024, with expectations for improvement in 2025 [27][28] Other Important Information - The company repurchased $15 million in stock during the second quarter, totaling over $120 million since the beginning of 2022, demonstrating a commitment to returning capital to shareholders [10][22] - The liquidity position remains strong, with cash on hand at $491 million and total available liquidity of $838 million [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Could you provide any more color on the cadence for specialty products' volume growth? - Management indicated that specialty volumes were down low-single-digits sequentially, while structural volumes were up double digits as the quarter began [25][26] Question: What was specialty products pricing in the second quarter? - Specialty gross profit was down 6%, implying high-to-mid-single-digit price deflation, with expectations for continued negative pricing comps into Q3 and Q4 [27][28] Question: How are conversations with customers progressing regarding recovery? - Management noted that the remainder of the year is expected to be soft, with meaningful recovery anticipated in 2025, contingent on further interest rate cuts [33][34] Question: How do you view the balance between M&A opportunities, share repurchases, and Greenfield initiatives? - Management stated that both M&A and Greenfield opportunities are actively pursued, with a focus on high-return investments [43][44] Question: Are there any specialty product categories with elevated inventory levels? - Management confirmed efficient inventory management in structural products, with no significant channel issues in specialty products [60][61]

Financial Performance - Net sales for the three months ended June 29, 2024, were $768,363, a decrease of 5.8% from $815,967 for the same period last year[5] - Gross profit for the three months ended June 29, 2024, was $122,444, down 9.8% from $135,803 in the prior year, resulting in a gross margin of 15.9%[5] - Operating income decreased to $23,847 for the three months ended June 29, 2024, compared to $39,093 in the same period last year[5] - Net income for the three months ended June 29, 2024, was $14,336, a decline of 41.3% from $24,466 in the prior year[5] - Adjusted EBITDA for the three months ended June 29, 2024, was $34,395, with an Adjusted EBITDA margin of 4.5%, compared to 6.0% in the same period last year[14] - Adjusted net income for Q2 2024 was $15 million, or $1.68 adjusted diluted earnings per share, compared to $26 million, or $2.91 per diluted share in the prior year[49] - Net income for the second quarter of 2024 was $14 million, translating to a diluted earnings per share of $1.65[55] Cash Flow and Liquidity - Free cash flow for the six months ended June 29, 2024, was $(7,233), compared to $139,079 for the same period last year[1] - Cash flows from operating activities for the three months ended June 29, 2024, were $35,803, down from $64,153 in the same period last year[9] - Free cash flow generated during the second quarter was $29 million, with net cash from operating activities amounting to $36 million[56] - The company ended the second quarter with $491 million in cash on hand and a net leverage ratio of (0.9x)[55] Sales Breakdown - Specialty products net sales were $539,466 for the three months ended June 29, 2024, compared to $570,990 in the prior year, reflecting a decrease of 5.5%[10] - Structural products net sales were $228,897 for the three months ended June 29, 2024, down from $244,977 in the same period last year, a decrease of 6.6%[10] - Net sales of specialty products decreased by $32 million, or 5.5%, to $539 million in Q2 2024, while gross profit from specialty products was $104 million, a decrease of $4 million, or 4.1%[48] Assets and Liabilities - Total current assets increased to $1,158,722 as of June 29, 2024, from $1,120,399 at the end of December 30, 2023[26] - Total liabilities rose to $933,744 as of June 29, 2024, compared to $903,315 at the end of December 30, 2023[26] - The company had cash and cash equivalents of $491,392 at the end of the period, an increase from $418,325 at the end of the previous year[9] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $491,392 as of June 29, 2024, from $521,743 at the end of December 30, 2023[26] - The company has a total stockholders' equity of $652,332 as of June 29, 2024, compared to $634,286 at the end of December 30, 2023[26] Debt and Financing - Total debt and finance lease obligations, excluding real property finance lease obligations, was $348 million as of June 29, 2024[40] - Net debt was ($143) million, resulting in a net leverage ratio of (0.9x) using trailing twelve-month adjusted EBITDA of $160 million[40] - Interest expense for the three months ended June 29, 2024, was $4,801, down from $6,311 in the same period last year[13] Shareholder Returns - The company repurchased approximately $15 million of its common stock during the quarter, with $76 million remaining under its share repurchase authorization[50] - The company emphasizes its commitment to returning capital to shareholders through its share repurchase program[55] Market and Operational Environment - The forward-looking statements include potential risks related to housing market conditions and competition, which may impact future performance[57] - The company operates in a changing environment with inherent uncertainties that could affect its business strategy and results[57] - Effective inventory management and the ability to attract and retain qualified personnel are critical for the company's operational success[57] - The company is focused on maintaining strong cash flows and managing its debt levels effectively[57]