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UGI Corp's Strong Q1 2025 Earnings: A Deep Dive

Theodore QuinnFriday, Feb 7, 2025 12:10 am ET
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UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI) reported robust financial results for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2024, with adjusted diluted EPS of $1.37, a 14% increase over the prior year. The company's strong performance was driven by disciplined execution within its natural gas and international propane businesses, as well as a renewed focus on operational performance at AmeriGas. UGI's reportable segments' earnings before interest expense and income taxes (EBIT) totaled $420 million, slightly lower than the prior-year period's $425 million.



The Utility segment contributed to the strong performance, with EBIT increasing by $6 million compared to the prior year. This growth was primarily driven by higher core market volumes due to slightly colder weather in service territories and higher gas base rates implemented in the West Virginia gas utility in January 2024. Operating and administrative expenses were up $2 million, reflecting higher personnel and uncollectible accounts expenses. EBIT increased due to the higher total margin, partially offset by higher operating and administrative expenses and depreciation expense from continued capital expenditure activity.

The Midstream and Marketing segment reported EBIT of $95 million, down $7 million from the prior year. This decline was primarily due to lower margin from gathering and processing activities, the absence of margin from power generation activities following the sale of the Hunlock Creek asset in September 2024, and reduced capacity management margins. Operating and administrative expenses were down $2 million, reflecting lower personnel-related and maintenance expenses.

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UGI International's adjusted diluted EPS increased by $0.07, driven by benefits from the utilization of foreign tax credits and lower operating income associated with the non-core energy marketing business. AmeriGas' EBIT increased by $3 million compared to the prior year, but adjusted diluted EPS declined by $0.28 due to higher income tax expense, resulting from limitations associated with interest expense deductibility. Consolidated tax rate normalization led to a corresponding offset, with UGI anticipating an effective tax rate between 12% and 14% for fiscal 2025, compared to 16% in the prior year period.

UGI's available liquidity stood at $1.5 billion, inclusive of cash and cash equivalents and available borrowing capacity on its revolving credit facilities. The company announced the redemption of $218 million of outstanding senior notes due in May 2025, which will be funded by a two-year unsecured intercompany loan between UGI International and Amerigas. AmeriGas intends to use its free cash flow to fully repay the intercompany loan, further enhancing UGI's financial flexibility.

In summary, UGI Corporation's strong Q1 2025 earnings reflect the company's strategic focus on disciplined execution, operational improvements, and capital allocation. The company's robust financial performance, coupled with its strong liquidity position and debt management strategy, positions UGI to address upcoming maturities and maintain financial flexibility, ensuring its long-term sustainability and growth.
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Dosimetry4Ever
02/07
UGI's liquidity is solid, peeps. 🚀
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Jera_Value
02/07
@Dosimetry4Ever Sure
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No-Explanation7351
02/07
$UGI's available liquidity is impressive. With $1.5B cushion, they can ride out market storms. Debt management looks on point too.
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yeahyoubored
02/07
Earnings look good, but I'm cautious. Utility segment's EBIT growth was nice, though. Holding my $UGI for now, might reallocate if midstream picks up.
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racoontosser
02/07
Anyone else think UGI's focus on operational performance at Ameri could be a game-changer? They might squeeze more from this segment.
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amanoraim
02/07
@racoontosser AmeriGas could use more squeeze.
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scccc-
02/07
UGI's tax strategy is clever. That 12%-14% rate could save them a pretty penny. Smart move for long-term growth.
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Luka77GOATic
02/07
@scccc- Smart move, UGI.
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Virtual_Information3
02/07
UGI's got that utility game strong, but midstream/marketing feels the pinch. Still, liquidity's solid, and I'm holding long-term. What's your take?
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Opening-Finger-4294
02/07
Holding $UGI for its utility segment exposure. Diversifying with some $TSLA for tech flavor. Balancing portfolio risks and rewards.
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tempestlight
02/07
Midstream segment had a rough patch.
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PvP_Noob
02/07
Long $UGI since '22, holding strong
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Jelopuddinpop
02/07
I like UGI's capital allocation strategy. Redemption of senior notes shows they're managing debt well. Less risk for long-term holders.
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02/07

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CyberShellSecurity
02/07
@Ben 😂
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DisabledScientist
02/07
Utility EBIT up, midstream down. It's a mixed bag. Wonder how weather impacts those numbers? Could be a volatility play here.
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Zhukov-74
02/07
Utility segment flexed with colder weather.
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PhilosophyMassive578
02/07
Midstream/marketing EBIT drop seems temporary. Gathering and processing margins should bounce back. Patience is key here.
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SojournerHope22
02/07
@PhilosophyMassive578 What about the utility segment?
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Snorkx
02/07
UGI's liquidity is solid, but that midstream segment needs to bounce back. Anyone else keeping an eye on those foreign tax credits?
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Intelligent-Snow-930
02/07
@Snorkx Midstream segment will bounce back. Foreign tax credits help.
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DanielBeuthner
02/07
@Snorkx UGI's liquidity is solid, but that midstream segment needs to bounce back. Anyone else keeping an eye on those foreign tax credits? Nah, UGI's got this. Focus on utility growth.
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