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Boise Cascade Company

BCC

Industrial

1w

Impact of Oakdale Mill Modernization on Operational Efficiency and Competitive Advantage

The Oakdale mill modernization project is substantially complete, representing a significant milestone.
The project enhances operational efficiency, reliability, and self-sufficient veneer production.
Expected to benefit the company's competitive position and drive incremental value creation.

Mueller Water Products, Inc.

MWA

Industrial

1w

Impact of Closure of Legacy Brass Foundry on Margins and Operations

The closure of the legacy brass foundry contributed to manufacturing efficiencies and is expected to benefit margins in 2024 and beyond.
The transition has already shown benefits in the third quarter, with ongoing improvements anticipated into 2025 and 2026.
The closure is part of a strategic move to eliminate duplicative costs and improve overall profitability.

The Brink's Company

BCO

Industrial

1w

Record Q2 EBITDA and Operating Margins Driven by Productivity and Revenue Mix

Q2 EBITDA margins reached 17.8%, surpassing guidance of 16.9%.
Record second quarter operating margins at 12.6%, up 20 basis points YoY.
Strong productivity, revenue mix benefits, and pricing discipline contributed to margins.
Margins improved in North America and Europe, especially in AMS/DRS segments.

Albany International Corp.

AIN

Industrial

1w

Strategic Footprint Rationalization and Facility Closures

Albany initiated the closure of two additional facilities in France and the UK as part of its global footprint optimization.
The transfer of production and equipment across facilities challenges ramp-up speed at new locations, impacting short-term performance.

MMM

Industrial

4w

Accelerated New Product Launches and Innovation Pipeline

Launched 64 new products in Q2, up 70% YoY, with a total of 126 in the first half.
On track to exceed the annual target of $2.15 billion in new product sales.
5-year new product sales bottomed last year, up 9% in H1, tracking to over 15% for the year.
Management emphasized increased cadence, discipline, and higher launch schedule attainment, with a focus on innovation excellence.

LIN

Industrial

1w

Record Quarterly EPS and Operating Margin Achieved Despite Macro Challenges

Sanjiv Lamba highlighted all-time quarterly highs in EPS of $4.09 and operating margin of 30.1%.
Results were achieved against a challenging macro environment, demonstrating strong operational resilience.