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- **Revenue Growth**: Q3 2025 revenue up 30% YoY to $48 million, driven by merger integration.
- **Profitability**: Pro forma adjusted EBITDA rose to $3.1 million, up 417% YoY.
- **Share Buybacks**: 8% of shares repurchased in Q3, with $3 million buyback authorization.
- **AI Expansion**: Digital AI solutions like TalentIQ driving client engagement and growth.
- **Synergy Target**: $2 million annual synergies expected by mid-2026.

**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- Q3 2025 revenue reached $48 million, up 30% YoY, driven by the merger with Star Operating Companies.
- Pro forma adjusted EBITDA rose to $3.1 million, compared to $600,000 in Q3 2024.
- The company repurchased 8% of shares in Q3 and authorized a new $3 million buyback program.
- Management emphasized the undervalued stock price and confidence in long-term growth through acquisitions and organic expansion.

**【Business Services Segment (Jake Zabkowicz)】**
- Q3 revenue $37 million, flat YoY, with gross profit $18.6 million and adjusted EBITDA $1.7 million.
- Resilient performance in a contracting talent acquisition market, with $39.8 million in renewals and $11.1 million in new wins.
- Recognition as #1 talent provider in Asia-Pacific and 17th consecutive Bakers Dozen award.
- Digital AI solutions driving client engagement, with TalentIQ providing real-time market intelligence.

**【Building Solutions & Energy Services (Rick Coleman)】**
- Building Solutions: Pro forma revenue $21.4 million (vs. $13.7 million YoY), gross profit $5.3 million (vs. $2.8 million), EBITDA $2.6 million (vs. $700k).
- Energy Services: Pro forma revenue $3.7 million, gross profit $1.5 million, EBITDA $1 million (vs. $300k YoY).
- Strong backlog of $20 million in Building Solutions and 1.01 book-to-bill ratio.
- Focus on higher-margin projects and disciplined cost management.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Gross Margin Guidance**: Building Solutions targeting mid-20% margin on a rolling 4-quarter basis.
- **AI Strategy**: Digital AI solutions like TalentIQ driving client retention and expansion.
- **Share Repurchases**: $3 million buyback program reflects confidence in intrinsic value.
- **Synergies**: Targeting $2 million annual synergies post-merger, expected to materialize by mid-2026.
- **RPO Market Cycle**: Attrition rates returning to normal levels, positioning for mid-cycle recovery.

Star Equity Holdings, Inc. (STRR) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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