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Itron, Inc.

Next est. report 2026-07-28 · BMO

Fiscal Spend '25: Grid Modernization & Infra H20 '24: Pumps, Flow Measurement & Control

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Overview

Itron, Inc. (ITRI) provides technology and services for energy, water, and smart city management. Its Device Solutions offer meters, Networked Solutions provide

Itron, Inc. (ITRI) provides technology and services for energy, water, and smart city management. Its Device Solutions offer meters, Networked Solutions provide smart grid infrastructure and software, Outcomes deliver analytics, and the new Resiliency Solutions segment offers software and services. The company primarily serves utilities and municipalities, with Networked Solutions being the largest revenue contributor.

What They Do (Plain English & Analogies): Itron is like the 'brain' and 'nervous system' for utility companies and smart cities. They provide the smart devices, communication networks, and software that help manage electricity, gas, and water systems. Imagine your home's smart thermostat, but on a massive scale for an entire city or region. Itron's technology allows utilities to automatically read meters, detect problems like leaks or outages, and manage the flow of resources more efficiently. They also offer advanced software that uses artificial intelligence to analyze data, predict issues, and help utilities make smarter decisions, much like a sophisticated control center for the entire energy and water grid.
Very Brief History: Itron, Inc. was founded in 1977 in northern Idaho with an initial focus on automating utility meter reading. The company went public in 1993 and significantly expanded its capabilities and global footprint through a series of key acquisitions. Notable acquisitions include Metscan in 1995 for telephone-based meter reading, Schlumberger Electricity Metering in 2004, Actaris in 2007 which broadened its reach into gas and water, SmartSynch in 2012 for cellular smart metering, and Silver Spring Networks in 2018 for networking, software, and smart-city solutions. More recently, in 2026, Itron acquired Urbint and LocustView to bolster its Resiliency Solutions segment.
"Street Stereotype": Itron is generally perceived as a leader in 'Edge Intelligence' within the utility technology sector. Investors and analysts see it as a key player enabling grid modernization, particularly through its smart meters and data analytics capabilities. These solutions are considered critical for utilities to manage demand response, integrate renewable energy sources like wind and solar, and adapt to increasing electricity demands from areas like AI data centers and electric vehicles.
Subsidiaries On Linked In*: Urbint — Acquired in 2026, part of Resiliency Solutions segment; LinkedIn: urbint
LocustView — Acquired in 2026, part of Resiliency Solutions segment; LinkedIn: locustview
Allmess GmbH — Subsidiary in Germany; LinkedIn: allmess-gmbh
Customer Sectors & Example Clients: Itron serves a broad range of customers primarily within the utility sector, including electricity, gas, and water utilities, as well as smart cities and municipalities. **Example Clients:** * **Electricity Utilities:** Duquesne Light Company, Southern California Edison, San Diego Gas & Electric, CenterPoint Energy, BC Hydro, FirstEnergy, National Grid, DTE Energy, Xcel Energy, Con Edison, Florida Power & Light (FPL), EDF Energy, Eletrobras (Brazil), Iberdrola, CPFL Energia, PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN), Powercor, CitiPower, Tonga Power Limited (TPL), Dominican Corporation of State Electricity Companies. * **Gas Utilities:** A major U.S. electricity utility (for safety-enhanced meter program), Gaz Réseau Distribution France (GRDF), Italgas, State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR). * **Water Utilities:** Yorkshire Water, Malta Water Services Corporation, Aguas de Valencia, Hong Kong Water, Sydney Water. * **Smart Cities/Municipalities:** City of Paris (with Cielis), London, Singapore, New York, Melbourne, San Francisco, Chicago, Charlotte, Copenhagen, Wellington, Dubai, Dublin.
New Customers / Segments They'Re Targeting: Itron is actively targeting new customer needs and expanding into segments driven by the evolving energy and water landscape. This includes customers seeking advanced solutions for distributed intelligence and grid-edge computing to modernize their networks and improve reliability, resilience, and operational efficiency. They are also focusing on the growing demand for software and services, particularly within their Outcomes and Resiliency Solutions segments, which address areas like worker safety, digital construction management, and solutions for managing distributed energy resources, increasing industrial and AI-driven demand, resource scarcity, and escalating weather volatility.
Supply Chain And Sourcing Geographies: Itron operates a complex, global supply chain with manufacturing facilities and sourcing from various regions. The company has manufacturing operations in the United States (specifically expanding its Oconee County, South Carolina facility to be a North American Center of Excellence for gas and water endpoints, and previously having a facility in Waseca, Minnesota). Historically, it has also had manufacturing plants and subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, France, Australia, Italy, Germany, Spain, and South Africa. Current worldwide locations also include offices and operations in countries like India, Indonesia, Japan, and Portugal. Itron's supply chain sources components globally, including from Asian and European countries, and they conduct due diligence regarding conflict minerals in their products, which contain tin, tungsten, tantalum, or gold.
Sales Geographies And Expansion Plans: Itron has a significant global presence, serving customers in over 100 countries worldwide. **Current Sales Geographies and Market Strengths:** * **Europe:** Strong performance in the water sector. * **North America:** Particularly strong in the gas sector, and electricity is in line with expectations. * **Asia Pacific:** Strong in the electricity sector. * **Other Regions:** Also has a presence in the Middle East & Africa, and South America. **Expansion Plans:** Management's commentary does not explicitly detail plans to expand sales into *new* geographic regions. Instead, the focus is on capitalizing on the existing market strength and the structural buildout of the grid within their current operational geographies, particularly by driving adoption of their advanced solutions and growing recurring revenue streams.
How Key Themes May Help/Hurt: Itron is significantly impacted by the 'Fiscal Spend '25: Grid Modernization & Infra' theme, which is currently in an accelerating multi-decade supercycle. **How it may help (Bullish):** * **Increased Demand for Smart Grid Solutions:** The unprecedented and accelerating demand for electricity from AI data centers, electric vehicles, and industrial reshoring directly drives the need for grid modernization, which is Itron's core business. Their smart meters and data analytics ('Edge Intelligence') are crucial for managing this increased load and demand response. * **Aging Infrastructure and Energy Security:** The global imperative to upgrade aging grid infrastructure, enhance energy security, and integrate intermittent renewables necessitates massive, sustained investment in smart grid technologies, directly benefiting Itron's offerings. * **Technological Innovation:** Advances in smart grid software and end-to-end 'Total Solutions' platforms, which Itron provides, expand addressable markets and enhance customer stickiness, aligning with the theme's bull case on technological innovation. **How it may hurt (Bearish):** * **Inflation and Material Costs:** While Itron noted the 'pre-inflation backlog' has rolled out, ongoing inflation and elevated material costs, as highlighted in the theme's bear points, could still exert pressure on gross margins and supply chain stability in the future. * **Project Execution Risks and Delays:** The increasing scale and complexity of large infrastructure projects, particularly in power generation and transmission, introduce execution risks and potential delays. This could impact Itron's project timelines and profitability, especially for its Network Solutions segment. * **Skilled Labor Shortages:** A persistent shortage of skilled craft labor could constrain project execution capacity for utilities, potentially slowing down deployments of Itron's solutions.

3 Main Long-Term Bull Details

Inevitable Grid Modernization Supercycle: The global grid is undergoing a multi-year, structural investment cycle driven by aging infrastructure, the integration of distributed energy resources, increasing demand from AI and electric vehicles, and the need for enhanced resiliency against extreme weather. Itron's comprehensive portfolio of smart devices, networks, software, and services is uniquely positioned to serve as the 'intelligence layer' for this essential buildout, ensuring durable, compounding growth.
Accelerating Recurring Revenue and High-Quality Backlog: Itron is successfully shifting its business mix towards higher-margin, recurring revenue streams, particularly within its Outcomes and Resiliency Solutions segments. These segments now represent a growing portion of the substantial $4.4 billion backlog, indicating a future of more predictable and profitable revenue generation.
Integrated Multi-Commodity Platform with Distributed Intelligence: Itron's ability to deliver integrated, first-of-its-kind solutions across electricity, gas, and water systems, leveraging distributed intelligence and grid-edge computing, provides a unique and compelling value proposition. This multi-commodity approach diversifies its market exposure and allows customers to achieve multiple benefits from a single investment, deepening customer relationships and expanding its installed base.

3 Main Long-Term Bear Details

Market Volatility and Project Lumpiness: Despite a strong long-term outlook, the operating environment remains volatile, and large Network Solutions projects can be inherently lumpy. This can lead to quarter-to-quarter revenue fluctuations and potential for project timing shifts, creating uncertainty in short-to-medium term financial performance.
Acquisition Integration and Synergy Realization Risks: While the integration of recent acquisitions like Urbint and LocustView is reported as on track, the successful integration of systems and the realization of anticipated revenue and operational synergies always carry inherent execution risks, which could impact profitability and resource allocation.
Sensitivity to Interest Income and Macroeconomic Factors: The company's non-GAAP EPS has been negatively impacted by lower interest income, indicating a sensitivity to interest rate environments. Broader macroeconomic concerns, affordability issues for customers, and global uncertainty can also influence utility investment decisions and project timelines.

Competitors And Differentiation: Itron operates in a competitive landscape with a range of companies offering smart grid, metering, and utility software solutions. **Key Competitors include:** Landis+Gyr, Sensus (part of Xylem), Aclara Technologies, Badger Meter, Mueller Water Products, Diehl, Sagemcom, ista, Roper Technologies, Endesa, SAP, Siemens (including Siemens Energy), General Electric (GE Vernova), ABB, Schneider Electric, Cisco, IBM, Enphase Energy, and Sunverge. **Itron's Differentiation Strategy:** * **Integrated, Multi-Commodity Platform:** Itron distinguishes itself by offering integrated, first-of-its-kind solutions that combine smart devices, software, and communication across electricity, gas, and water systems. This multi-commodity approach provides unique value and diversification. * **Distributed Intelligence and Grid-Edge Computing:** The company emphasizes its capabilities in distributed intelligence and grid-edge computing, which allows utilities to modernize their networks, improve reliability, resilience, and operational efficiency by processing data closer to the source. * **Flexible Implementation Models:** Itron provides flexible implementation models that are tailored to the specific needs of its utility customers, addressing diverse pressures such as regulatory requirements or particular resiliency needs. * **Value Creation Across Useful Life:** Their solutions are designed to create multiple opportunities for value throughout the useful life of the infrastructure, deepening customer relationships and generating durable recurring revenue streams. * **Comprehensive Portfolio:** Itron offers a broad portfolio spanning hardware, networks, software, analytics, and services, positioning itself as an 'intelligence layer' for grid operators.
Recent Performance & What The Market'S Focused On: Itron reported a solid start to 2026, with first-quarter results ahead of expectations. Revenue reached $587 million, adjusted EBITDA was $92 million, non-GAAP earnings per share stood at $1.49, and free cash flow was $79 million. The company's total backlog grew to $4.4 billion, with Outcomes and the newly formed Resiliency Solutions segments collectively representing 25% of this backlog. While Q1 benefited from an acceleration of certain first-half projects, particularly in the Network business, the company anticipates the first half of 2026 to be consistent with its initial guidance. For the second quarter of 2026, Itron anticipates revenue between $560 million and $570 million, and non-GAAP EPS between $1.25 and $1.35. The market is primarily focused on the pace of ongoing field deployment of grid-edge technology, the conversion of the substantial backlog into revenue, the continued strong growth of annual recurring revenue (up 28% year-over-year to $400 million), and the successful integration and contribution of the recently acquired Resiliency Solutions segment.

Revenue Segments And Estimated Mix: Network Solutions — Mix: ~59.8%; Source: Q1 2026 transcript; Trend: Decreased 14% on a constant currency basis year-over-year due to timing of large deployments.
Device Solutions — Mix: ~21.1%; Source: Q1 2026 transcript; Trend: Decreased 9% on a constant currency basis year-over-year due to expected decline in legacy electricity products in EMEA and project timing in North America.
Outcomes — Mix: ~16.4%; Source: Q1 2026 transcript; Trend: Increased 20% on a constant currency basis year-over-year driven by higher recurring and services revenue.
Resiliency Solutions — Mix: ~2.7%; Source: Q1 2026 transcript; Trend: New segment, contributed $16 million in Q1 2026.
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Bull / Bear Details

Itron, Inc. is well-positioned within the accelerating multi-decade supercycle of grid modernization and infrastructure buildout, driven by increasing demand fr

Thesis

Itron, Inc. is well-positioned within the accelerating multi-decade supercycle of grid modernization and infrastructure buildout, driven by increasing demand from AI data centers, EVs, and renewable integration. The company's strategic shift towards higher-margin Outcomes and Resiliency Solutions, evidenced by strong recurring revenue growth and a robust backlog, enhances its long-term profitability and resilience. Despite near-term project timing volatility, strong Q1 results and being ahead of 2027 financial targets underscore a compelling bull case as of July 21, 2026.

Bull case

The unprecedented and accelerating demand for electricity from AI data centers, electric vehicles, and industrial reshoring is driving a multi-decade "super cycle" of investment in power generation, transmission, distribution, and cooling infrastructure. Itron's "outsized" opportunity funnel and confidence in a multiyear grid buildout position it to capitalize on this durable structural trend, with utility distribution spending expected to grow through the end of the decade.
Itron is strategically shifting towards higher-margin, recurring revenue streams through its Outcomes and Resiliency Solutions segments. The Outcomes segment grew 22% year-over-year, and total annual recurring revenue (ARR) increased 28% to $400 million. These segments, which are largely recurring and highly accretive to gross margins, now represent 25% of the total backlog and are growing, enhancing long-term revenue visibility and profitability.
The company is demonstrating strong operational execution and margin discipline, with Q1 2026 results ahead of expectations and consolidated adjusted gross margin increasing significantly due to favorable mix and operational efficiencies. The successful rollout of pre-inflation backlog and ongoing self-help initiatives are driving segment-level margin records, positioning Itron ahead of its 2027 targets for gross margin, EBITDA, cash flow, and EPS.

Bear case

While Q1 saw improved gross margins due to the rollout of pre-inflation backlog, the broader operating environment remains volatile, with potential for ongoing inflation, elevated material costs, and trade restrictions like Section 232 tariffs. These factors could still exert pressure on future gross margins and supply chain stability, despite current mitigation efforts, impacting overall profitability.
The inherent lumpiness and timing risks associated with large infrastructure projects, particularly in the Network Solutions segment, introduce execution challenges and potential revenue volatility. Despite Q1 benefiting from accelerated deployments, Q2 revenue is projected to decline, and the company's full-year outlook is heavily reliant on a significant uptick in Network deployments in the second half, which carries execution risk.
The recent acquisitions, while strategically important, are currently dilutive to 2026 EPS due to higher GAAP operating expenses and lower interest income, and require successful integration to achieve full accretion by 2027. This integration process, combined with the company's stated focus on it rather than active new acquisitions in 2026, could divert resources and attention, potentially impacting near-term financial performance.

Bull / Bear Case

Bear Case: Despite a positive long-term outlook, Itron faces significant near-term risks. The operating environment remains volatile, with potential for ongoing inflation, elevated material costs, and trade restrictions impacting future gross margins and supply chain stability. Revenue is subject to inherent lumpiness and timing risks, particularly in the Network Solutions segment, which saw a 14% constant currency decrease in Q1. Q2 revenue is projected to decline 7% year-over-year at the midpoint, and the full-year outlook relies heavily on a substantial, and thus risky, uptick in Network deployments in the second half. Furthermore, recent acquisitions (Urbint and LocustView) are currently dilutive to 2026 EPS due to higher GAAP operating expenses and lower interest income, requiring successful integration by 2027 to become fully accretive. This integration focus may also divert resources from other growth initiatives.
Bull Case: Itron is strongly positioned to benefit from the multi-decade "super cycle" of grid modernization and infrastructure buildout, driven by increasing demand from AI data centers, EVs, and renewable integration. The company's "outsized" opportunity funnel and confidence in a multiyear structural investment in the grid underscore this durable trend, with utility distribution spending expected to grow through the end of the decade. Itron is strategically shifting towards higher-margin, recurring revenue streams, with Outcomes and Resiliency Solutions segments growing significantly (Outcomes up 22% YOY, ARR up 28% to $400M) and now representing 25% of the $4.4 billion backlog. Strong Q1 2026 results, including improved adjusted gross margins (40.7%) due to favorable mix and operational efficiencies, demonstrate robust operational execution and position Itron ahead of its 2027 targets for gross margin, EBITDA, cash flow, and EPS. The multi-commodity platform across electricity, gas, and water further diversifies its market exposure and creates unique customer value.
More Compelling & Why: Bear. Despite the long-term grid modernization thesis, the near-term revenue volatility and reliance on a significant second-half ramp for Network Solutions, which constitutes nearly 60% of revenue and declined 14% in Q1, present considerable execution risk. The company's 2026 EPS is also diluted by recent acquisitions. Given a hypothetical EV/EBITDA of 12.5x, which is at the higher end of its historical range and comparable to peers, the current valuation does not adequately discount these near-term uncertainties. My view would flip to bullish upon clear evidence of sustained positive year-over-year revenue growth in Network Solutions in Q2 and Q3, demonstrating successful execution of the back-half loaded guidance.

Key Factors5 rows

Key Factor	Why It Matters	What To Watch	What It Signals	Where/How To Track	Free Alt Data	Paid Alt Data
Acceleration of Network Solutions project deployments in the second half of 2026	Network Solutions is Itron's largest revenue segment. An acceleration in deployments is critical for meeting full-year guidance, validating the "back-half loaded" expectation, and demonstrating strong execution in the core business, which directly impacts investor confidence and stock performance.	Actual Network Solutions segment revenue growth in Q3 and Q4 2026. Management commentary on project timelines and execution during Q2 and Q3 earnings calls.	Bullish: Network Solutions revenue growth significantly accelerates in Q3 and Q4, confirming the back-half loaded guidance. Bearish: Network Solutions revenue growth remains flat or declines in Q3 and Q4, missing acceleration expectations.	Itron's Q2 2026 earnings call and press release (expected late July/early August 2026), and Q3 2026 earnings call (expected late October/early November 2026).	Utility company press releases or news articles announcing major smart grid project go-lives or expansions.	Industrial Info Resources (IIR): North American Power & Data Center Project Starts and Progress.
Confirmation of successful integration of Urbint and LocustView acquisitions, leading to Resiliency Solutions being fully accretive to EPS by 2027	Successful integration and achieving EPS accretion by 2027 validates the strategic acquisitions of Urbint and LocustView. This demonstrates effective capital allocation and ensures these new, high-growth segments contribute positively to overall profitability and shareholder value, confirming management's strategic vision.	Management commentary on integration progress and synergy realization in Q2 and Q3 earnings calls. Reiteration or adjustment of the 2027 EPS accretion target for Resiliency Solutions.	Bullish: Management confirms integration is on track and reiterates the 2027 EPS accretion target. Bearish: Management indicates delays in integration or revises the timeline for EPS accretion.	Itron's quarterly earnings calls and press releases.
Conversion of the "outsized" opportunity funnel into new bookings and continued growth in total backlog	A robust and growing pipeline, successfully converted into bookings and backlog, provides long-term revenue visibility. This confirms sustained demand for Itron's grid modernization solutions, underpins future revenue growth, and signals continued market leadership, crucial for investor confidence.	Total bookings value and book-to-bill ratio in Q2 and Q3 2026. Total backlog value at the end of Q2 and Q3. Management commentary on the size and conversion rate of the opportunity funnel.	Bullish: Book-to-bill ratio consistently above 1.0, and total backlog value continues to grow quarter-over-quarter. Bearish: Book-to-bill ratio consistently below 1.0, indicating a slowdown in new contract wins and potential future revenue headwinds.	Itron's quarterly earnings calls and press releases.	Utility Dive, Smart Grid Today: Industry news and announcements of new utility projects or smart infrastructure initiatives.	Industrial Info Resources (IIR) / S&P Global Market Intelligence: North American Power & Data Center Project Awards and Contract Wins.
Sustained consolidated adjusted gross margin at or above Q1 2026 levels (40.7%)	Sustained strong gross margin performance reflects effective cost management, a favorable product mix, and successful pricing strategies. This directly translates to improved profitability and validates the company's operational efficiencies, signaling healthy underlying business fundamentals and potential for earnings upside.	Consolidated adjusted gross margin percentage in Q2 and Q3 2026. Segment-level adjusted gross margins, particularly for Device Solutions (Q1: 35.4%) and Network Solutions (Q1: 40.8%).	Bullish: Consolidated adjusted gross margin remains at or above 40.7% in Q2 and Q3. Bearish: Consolidated adjusted gross margin declines significantly from 40.7% in Q2 or Q3.	Itron's quarterly earnings calls and press releases.
Sustained year-over-year growth in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), particularly from the Outcomes and Resiliency Solutions segments	Growing ARR indicates a successful strategic shift towards more predictable, higher-margin revenue streams. This enhances business resilience, provides greater revenue visibility, and supports the long-term growth thesis, especially from the Outcomes and Resiliency Solutions segments, positively impacting valuation.	Total company ARR and its year-over-year growth percentage in Q2 and Q3 2026. The percentage of total backlog represented by Outcomes and Resiliency Solutions.	Bullish: ARR growth consistently above 20% year-over-year, and Outcomes/Resiliency Solutions backlog share continues to grow beyond 25%. Bearish: ARR growth decelerates significantly below 20% year-over-year.	Itron's quarterly earnings calls and press releases.		Thinknum: Itron software subscription growth and customer adoption trends.

Key Reported Metrics, Reratings Triggers & Results3 rows

Reflects Itron's strategic shift towards more predictable, high-margin software and services, enhancing long-term revenue visibility and investor confidence in

Key reported metrics
Metric	Last period	Why it matters
Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) Growth	28%	Reflects Itron's strategic shift towards more predictable, high-margin software and services, enhancing long-term revenue visibility and investor confidence in its business model evolution.
Total Revenue	-3%	This is the primary indicator of the company's overall performance and the success of its project deployments, especially crucial given the anticipated back-half recovery and Q2's projected decline.
Network Solutions Revenue Growth	-14%	This segment is expected to drive the second-half revenue uptick, making its performance critical for Itron to meet its annual guidance and demonstrate execution on large deployments.

Key Questions

Can Itron demonstrate sufficient visibility and progress in Q2 to confirm the anticipated acceleration of Network Solutions project deployments in the second ha

Can Itron demonstrate sufficient visibility and progress in Q2 to confirm the anticipated acceleration of Network Solutions project deployments in the second half of 2026, which is crucial for meeting its full-year revenue guidance?

Question 2: Will Itron's strategic shift towards higher-margin recurring revenue, particularly from the Outcomes and Resiliency Solutions segments, continue its strong growth trajectory in Q2, and will management provide further clarity on the successful integration of recent acquisitions to ensure 2027 EPS accretion?
Question 3: Can Itron sustain its improved consolidated adjusted gross margins at or above Q1 2026 levels (40.7%), particularly as the revenue mix shifts in Q2 and the second half, validating the long-term margin expansion thesis?

Earnings Transcript SummaryTable

2026-04-28 · 2026Q1 Earnings Call

3 Things Management Is Most Focused On	Call Takeaway & Tone	Prior Quarter'S Y/Y Growth By Segment	3 Things Analysts Most Pressed On (And Mgmt Responses)	Revenue Segments
1. Backlog Quality: Management emphasized the evolving quantity and quality of their backlog, with Outcomes and Resiliency Solutions now representing 25% of the total and growing. 2. Recurring Revenue Growth: The company highlighted total annual recurring revenue (ARR) at $400 million, up 28% year-over-year, driven by organic growth and recent acquisitions, indicating a strategic shift towards more predictable revenue streams. 3. Margin Discipline: Management noted significant improvements in gross margin across segments due to favorable mix, operational efficiencies, and the rolling out of pre-inflation backlog, aiming for sustained margin strength.	The overall takeaway from the call was positive and confident. Itron had a solid start to 2026, exceeding Q1 expectations due to strong execution and early project deployments. Management expressed confidence in the multi-year structural investment in grid modernization, driven by increasing demand and the need for intelligent solutions. They highlighted strong recurring revenue growth, improved margins, and a robust backlog, positioning the company well for future growth despite ongoing market volatility. The tone was optimistic, emphasizing resilience and strategic alignment with customer needs.	In Q4 2025, Device Solutions revenue decreased 7% on a constant currency basis. Networked Solutions revenue decreased 15%. Outcomes revenue increased 23%. Resiliency Solutions was a new segment, contributing $3 million in revenue in Q4 2025.	1. Project Timing and H2 Outlook: Analysts questioned the Q1 project acceleration, the anticipated Q2 step-down, and the confidence in a back-half pickup. Management responded that Q1 was ahead of expectations due to accelerated projects, primarily in Networks and Devices, but the first half overall aligns with initial guidance. They reiterated that the year is expected to be back-half loaded, driven by Network deployments, with no material constraints for labor or materials. 2. Market Funnel, 2027 Targets, and Government Funding: Analysts inquired about the 'outsized funnel,' customer behavior, and the impact of the new DOE SPARC program. Management confirmed the pipeline is near all-time records, with strong activity in Water (Europe), Gas (North America), and Electricity (Asia Pacific and North America). They stated that 2027 targets for gross margin, EBITDA, cash flow, and EPS are ahead of schedule, with revenue at the low end of the range, and expressed confidence in the 'inevitability of intelligence in the grid' despite project delays. 3. Acquisitions (Urbint & LocustView) and Capital Allocation: Analysts asked about revenue synergies from the recent acquisitions and future capital allocation plans. Management stated that current Resiliency Solutions results primarily reflect the acquired businesses, with no significant synergies realized yet as the focus is on integration. For capital allocation, the priority for 2026 is successful integration, with opportunistic consideration for future acquisitions, while maintaining a strong balance sheet.	Device Solutions revenue decreased 9% on a constant currency basis. Network Solutions revenue decreased 14% on a constant currency basis. Outcomes revenue increased 20% on a constant currency basis. Resiliency Solutions, a new segment, contributed $16 million of revenue in Q1.

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