The recent earnings call for Wabash National (WNC) presented a mixed outlook for the company, with both positive and negative aspects highlighted.
Here are the specific viewpoints from the earnings call:
**Bullish Points:**
1. The Parts and Services segment achieved a 15% sequential and 8.8% year-over-year revenue growth in Q2 2025.
2. The company is on track to exceed 2,000 upfit units for 2025, with significant growth potential anticipated for 2026.
3. The Preferred Partner Network expanded to over 110 locations in 2025, supporting aftermarket growth.
4. Over 1,000 Trailers as a Service units were in service as of Q2 2025, with continued investment in this area.
5. Management expressed cautious optimism for continued growth in 2026 based on observed trends and recent expansion initiatives.
**Bearish Points:**
1. The revenue outlook was reduced to approximately $1.6 billion, and EPS is expected to range from minus 1.2 to minus 1.3 for 2025.
2. The backlog declined to approximately $1 billion at the end of Q2 2025, indicating ongoing customer caution and deferred capital commitments.
3. Gross margins were 9% for Q2 2025, with breakeven adjusted operating margins and negative adjusted net income for the quarter.
4. Operating cash flow year-to-date was negative $16.1 million for the first half of 2025, with free cash flow excluding Trailers as a Service investment being negative $31 million.
5. Third-party trailer forecasts dropped by roughly 13% for 2025, contributing to a softer overall market environment.
For more information about Wabash National's earnings call, you can read the relevant news: Wabash WNC Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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