H&E Equipment reports Q1 adjusted EPS 3c vs 71c last year

Reports Q1 revenue $319.5M vs $371.4M last year. The company said, “In the seasonally softer first quarter, which included one less calendar day, demand from local markets remained weak. In addition to the challenging demand trend, merger announcements in the quarter created pressure on the performance of the business. These factors contributed to a 7.2% decline in first quarter equipment rental revenues compared to the first quarter in 2024. The Company’s branch expansion strategy continued with only those openings that were already planned and underway for the first and second quarters, including four openings in the first quarter, followed by one opening so far in the second quarter. These openings, combined with our existing operations, allow H&E to compete more effectively for new business opportunities.”