CarGurus (CARG) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 05:00 PM ET Speaker0 Ladies and gentlemen, greetings, and welcome to Cargurus, Inc. First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. A brief question and answer session will follow the formal presentation. If anyone should require operator assistance during the conference, please signal the operator by pressing star and zero on your telephone keypad. As a reminder, this conference is being ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, GMV increased by 9% year over year to $490 million, while revenue rose by 11% to $160 million [25][8] - Adjusted EBITDA reached $4 million, an increase of $6 million compared to Q1 of the previous year, marking the third consecutive quarter of positive adjusted EBITDA [29][24] - Gross margin improved by 40 basis points year over year to 75%, driven by operational efficiencies [28][8] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consignment revenue increased by 7%, while direct revenue surged by 61% compared to Q1 2024 [25] - Average order value (AOV) rose by 5% year over year to $564, indicating strong buyer engagement [8][57] - The company reported its highest number of new consignors in over two years, contributing to supply growth [8][9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Active buyers increased by 7% on a trailing twelve-month basis, reaching 985,000 [25] - The company expects direct revenue to remain between 10% to 15% of total revenues going forward [26][46] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on three strategic pillars: unlocking supply through a growth playbook, driving operational efficiencies, and obsessing over service [9][24] - The "Get Paid Now" program aims to enhance direct revenue by allowing consignors to receive upfront payments for high-demand items [14][26] - The company is leveraging AI and automation to improve operational efficiencies and customer experience [6][19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to navigate uncertainties in the macroeconomic environment, particularly due to its unique position in the luxury resale market [5][32] - The company anticipates that rising prices in the primary market could motivate consumers to monetize their closets, potentially increasing supply [88][87] - Guidance for Q2 2025 includes GMV expectations of $476 million to $486 million, reflecting 9% growth year over year [32][30] Other Important Information - The company ended Q1 2025 with $154 million in cash and cash equivalents [30] - Operating cash flow for Q1 was negative $28 million due to timing of incentive payments and working capital seasonality [30] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide context around the improvements in direct gross margin? - Management noted that direct revenues consist of out-of-policy returns and vendor purchases, with the "Get Paid Now" initiative significantly improving profitability, achieving a margin of 25.5% compared to 3% last year [37][27] Question: What signals are being observed in consumer behavior amid macro uncertainty? - Management indicated that consumer health has been resilient, with consistent strength in buyer engagement and new consignor growth [39][41] Question: Is there seasonality in direct revenue as a percentage of total revenue? - Management confirmed that direct revenue is expected to remain between 10% to 15% of total revenues without inherent seasonality [46][46] Question: How did the revenue mix play out in Q1? - The revenue mix was consistent with expectations, with direct revenue comprising about 10% to 15% of total revenue [82][81] Question: What is the outlook for the second quarter revenue guidance? - Management reiterated that the guidance reflects a consistent growth pattern, with revenue expected to grow by 9% year over year [92][93]

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Globalstar (GSAT) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 05:00 PM ET Speaker0 Day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Globalstar First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. After the speakers' presentation, there will be a question and answer session. You will then hear an automated message advising your hand is raised. To withdraw your question, please press 11 again. Please be advised that today's conference is being recorded. ...

Arko (ARKO) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 05:00 PM ET Speaker0 Afternoon, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the Arco Corp. First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all lines are in a listen only mode. Following the presentation, we will conduct a question and answer session. This call is being recorded on Thursday, 05/08/2025. I would now like to turn the conference over to Jordan Mann, Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Capital Markets, Investor Relations. ...