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FTAI Infrastructure (FIP) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-27 14:02
FTAI Infrastructure (NasdaqGS:FIP) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 27, 2026 08:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsAlan Andreini - Head of Investor RelationsKen Nicholson - CEO and PresidentConference Call ParticipantsBrian McKenna - Managing Director, and Equity Research AnalystCraig Shere - Director of Research, and Senior Equity AnalystGiuliano Anderes Bologna - Managing Director, and Equity Research AnalystSherif Elmaghrabi - Equity Research Analyst, and Vice PresidentOperatorGood day, and thank you for standin ...
FTAI Infrastructure (FIP) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-27 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2025 reached a record $80.2 million, up from $70.9 million in Q3 2025 and $29.2 million in Q4 2024 [5][6] - For the full fiscal year 2025, adjusted EBITDA was $232.3 million, significantly higher than $127.6 million in fiscal 2024 [6] - The company exited 2025 with an EBITDA run rate of over $320 million annually, indicating strong future performance [7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Rail segment adjusted EBITDA was $41.3 million in Q4, with $22 million from Transtar and $19.3 million from Wheeling [7][8] - Long Ridge generated $36.2 million in EBITDA for Q4, a slight increase from $35.7 million in Q3 [19] - Jefferson terminal reported $13.6 million in adjusted EBITDA for Q4, up from $11 million in Q3 [21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Wheeling's Q4 revenue was $43.8 million, an 8% year-over-year increase, with adjusted EBITDA up 34% year-over-year [15] - Gas production at Long Ridge averaged approximately 105,000 MMBtu per day, setting a new record [9] - Jefferson terminal volumes averaged 210,000 barrels per day, driven by the new ammonia export contract [21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on integrating Transtar and Wheeling, with a target of $20 million in annual cost savings [12] - Plans to monetize Long Ridge are progressing, with expectations for a sale announcement in the first half of 2026 [12][56] - The company is pursuing four M&A opportunities in the rail sector, aiming to enhance its freight rail business [40][46] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the strong macro environment for power generation, anticipating continued growth for Long Ridge [20] - The company is optimistic about the demand for services at Jefferson, expecting significant revenue contributions from new contracts [22] - Management highlighted the importance of deleveraging and optimizing operations while exploring strategic acquisitions [40] Other Important Information - A new term loan of approximately $1.3 billion was closed, used to repay a bridge loan related to the Wheeling acquisition [11] - The company is advancing construction on phase two of the Repauno project, with expectations for operational commencement in early 2027 [35][36] Q&A Session Summary Question: Expansion of business development opportunities at Jefferson - Management noted increased commercial interest at Jefferson, with potential for $10 million-$15 million in incremental EBITDA from ammonia contracts and additional refined products [28][30] Question: Updates on Repauno phase two and three - Management clarified that phase two is on track for early 2027, with significant demand driving the need for phase three [35][36] Question: M&A opportunities in the rail segment - Management confirmed active pursuit of four actionable M&A opportunities, focusing on smaller properties that fit well with existing operations [46][48] Question: Impact of Long Ridge asset sales on data center discussions - Management indicated no impact on data center developments, with a goal to announce a transaction for Long Ridge in the first half of 2026 [56]
FTAI Infrastructure (FIP) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2026-02-27 13:00
Supplemental Information Fourth Quarter 2025 Disclaimers IN GENERAL . Thisdisclaimerapplies tothisdocumentand theverbal or writtencommentsof any personpresentingit. Thisdocument,takentogetherwithany suchverbal or writtencomments,is referredtohereinas the "Presentation." Theinformationcontainedon, or accessible through,any websitesincludedin thisPresentationis notincorporatedby referenceinto,and shouldnotbe considereda partof, thisPresentation. FORWARD -LOOKING STATEMENTS . Certainstatementsin thisPresentati ...
Court Tosses Judgment Blaming Montana Asbestos Deaths on BNSF
Insurance Journal· 2026-02-27 06:00
A federal appeals court has overturned a judge’s finding that BNSF Railway contributed to the deaths of two people in a Montana mining town where thousands have been sickened by asbestos exposure.Following a civil trial, a jury in 2024 awarded $4 million each to the estates of the two people who died in 2020. Their families blamed the railroad for allowing asbestos-contaminated mining material to accumulate in a rail yard in downtown Libby, Montana. But the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in an opinion is ...
CPKC announces filing of 2025 annual report on Form 10-K
Prnewswire· 2026-02-26 18:15
CALGARY, AB, Feb. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Canadian Pacific Kansas City (TSX: CP) (NYSE: CP) (CPKC) said today that it has completed the filing of its 2025 annual report on Form 10-K, including the annual audited financial statements and management's discussion and analysis, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and Canadian securities regulators. A copy of CPKC's 2025 Annual Report is available at https://investor.cpkcr.com/ Shareholders may request a printed copy of the complete 2025 audited fin ...
Big Boy No. 4014 Historic Coast-to-Coast Tour to Make 27 Whistle-Stops During Western Leg
Businesswire· 2026-02-24 19:00
OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Union Pacific's legendary Big Boy No. 4014, the world's largest operating steam locomotive, is steaming up for the western leg of its coasttocoast tour to celebrate America's 250th birthday with 27 whistle-stops and four public display days scheduled during its journey across four western states. The tour honors the crucial role railroads have played in building and unifying America while highlighting more than a century of industry innovation. Since 1862, when P. ...
West Japan Railway (WJRYY) Upgraded to Buy: Here's What You Should Know
ZACKS· 2026-02-24 18:01
West Japan Railway (WJRYY) appears an attractive pick, as it has been recently upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). This rating change essentially reflects an upward trend in earnings estimates -- one of the most powerful forces impacting stock prices.The Zacks rating relies solely on a company's changing earnings picture. It tracks EPS estimates for the current and following years from the sell-side analysts covering the stock through a consensus measure -- the Zacks Consensus Estimate.Since a changing earni ...
BMO Capital Sees Further Upside for Union Pacific (UNP) as Freight Recovery Continues
Yahoo Finance· 2026-02-23 18:12
Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP) is included among the 14 Best Low Volatility Dividend Stocks to Invest in. BMO Capital Sees Further Upside for Union Pacific (UNP) as Freight Recovery Continues On February 20, BMO Capital raised its price recommendation on Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:UNP) to $295 from $255. The firm reiterated a Market Perform rating on the shares. The update was part of the firm’s broader review of the Transportation sector. The analyst pointed out that transportation stocks hav ...
BMO Capital Raises CSX Price Target, Sees Continued Freight Recovery
Yahoo Finance· 2026-02-23 02:33
CSX Corporation (NASDAQ:CSX) is included among the 13 Best NASDAQ Dividend Stocks to Buy Now. BMO Capital Raises CSX Price Target, Sees Continued Freight Recovery On February 19, BMO Capital raised its price recommendation on CSX Corporation (NASDAQ:CSX) to $41 from $38. The firm reiterated a Market Perform rating on the shares. The update came as part of a broader research note on the transportation sector. The firm said the strong rally in transportation stocks since late November 2025 still looks reas ...
Bill Gates Has Nearly 30% of His $36.6 Billion Portfolio Invested in One of Warren Buffett's Favorite Stocks
The Motley Fool· 2026-02-20 09:30
分组1 - The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust has a portfolio valued at approximately $36.6 billion, with nearly 30% (just under $11 billion) invested in a single stock, Berkshire Hathaway [1][2] - Berkshire Hathaway is the largest holding in the foundation's portfolio, more than double the size of its investment in Microsoft [2] - Warren Buffett, a close friend of Bill Gates, has been a significant influence on Gates' investment decisions and has pledged a substantial portion of his fortune to the Gates Foundation [2] 分组2 - Berkshire Hathaway operates as a diversified investment fund, owning a variety of businesses including insurance (GEICO), railroads (BNSF), and energy (Berkshire Hathaway Energy) [6] - The company also maintains a public equity portfolio worth hundreds of billions, with major stakes in companies like Apple, American Express, and Coca-Cola [7] - As of the last disclosure, Berkshire holds a record $382 billion in cash and short-term Treasury bills, providing significant liquidity for future investments [8] 分组3 - Berkshire Hathaway has not repurchased shares recently, as Buffett does not see the stock trading at a discount that justifies buybacks [4] - The company has a history of making strategic investments during market downturns, such as during the 2007-2009 financial crisis, which resulted in substantial profits [9][10] - The transition of leadership from Buffett to Greg Abel is underway, with Abel having significant operational experience and the company's decentralized structure allowing for continuity [11][14] 分组4 - Berkshire Hathaway is viewed as a long-term wealth builder, providing stability and balance to portfolios that may be heavily invested in technology [15][16] - The stock is not expected to deliver explosive growth like high-flying tech stocks but is considered a reliable investment that can help mitigate risks during market corrections [16]