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**Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc. (HLX) Q1 2025 Financial Summary** **Financial Health and Performance:** - **Revenue:** $278.1 million (down 6% YoY from $296.2 million). - **Gross Profit:** $27.5 million (up 41% YoY from $19.6 million). - **Net Income:** $3.1 million (reversal from a $26.3 million loss in Q1 2024). - **EPS:** $0.02 (up from a loss of $0.17 in Q1 2024). - **Cash Flow from Operations:** $16.4 million (down from $64.5 million in Q1 2024). **Segment Performance:** - **Well Intervention:** Revenue down 6% to $198.4 million, gross profit up 5% to $24.3 million. - **Robotics:** Revenue up 1% to $51.0 million, gross profit down 2% to $8.0 million. - **Shallow Water Abandonment:** Revenue down 37% to $16.8 million, gross loss increased by $1.8 million. - **Production Facilities:** Revenue down 18% to $19.8 million, gross profit improved by $8.8 million. **Operational Metrics:** - **Utilization Rates:** Well Intervention vessels at 67%, Robotics assets at 51%, Shallow Water Abandonment vessels at 30%. - **Backlog:** $1.4 billion as of March 31, 2025, with $592 million expected in 2025. **Liquidity and Debt:** - **Cash and Cash Equivalents:** $370.0 million. - **Long-Term Debt:** $311.1 million (excluding current maturities). - **Liquidity:** $404.7 million (cash plus available borrowing capacity). **Future Outlook:** - **Market Uncertainties:** Volatile commodity prices, geopolitical risks, and regulatory changes. - **Growth Opportunities:** Increasing demand for decommissioning services and renewable energy support. - **Strategic Initiatives:** Focus on cost management, operational efficiency, and strategic investments. **Trends and Uncertainties:** - **Commodity Price Volatility:** Impacted by geopolitical events and regulatory actions. - **Renewable Energy:** Growing demand but facing regulatory and market challenges. - **Decommissioning:** Increasing demand but subject to regulatory and economic factors. **Future Operations Impact:** - **Capital Expenditures:** $4.5 million for the quarter, primarily for vessel upgrades and maintenance. - **Share Repurchase Program:** $158.4 million remaining authorized for repurchase. **Conclusion:** Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc. (HLX) showed improved profitability in Q1 2025 despite a decline in revenue. The company faces market uncertainties but is well-positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities in decommissioning and renewable energy. Strategic initiatives and cost management will be crucial for sustaining performance in a volatile market.