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SEC filingRevenue grew modestly and net income expanded strongly, but operating income declined and cash flow weakened significantly.
Net income surged 25.4% to $179.9 million, benefiting from a deferred tax benefit related to legal entity restructuring. Diluted earnings per share increased 28.7% to $1.39, reflecting the net income growth and a reduction in shares outstanding from share repurchases.
Net cash provided by operating activities plunged 78% to $74 million from $342 million in the prior year quarter. The decline was primarily due to a longer claims resolution process and a build in working capital, including higher accounts receivable and contract assets. Capital expenditures increased to $59.5 million from $52.6 million, resulting in free cash flow of $14.5 million.
The company's capital allocation policy prioritizes dividends and share repurchases. During the quarter, the company continued to repurchase shares, funded by debt, which may limit financial flexibility if cash generation does not improve.
The company believes its anticipated sources of liquidity, including operating cash flows, existing cash and cash equivalents, borrowing capacity under its revolving credit facility, and ability to issue debt or equity, will be sufficient to meet projected cash requirements for at least the next twelve months. Principal uses of cash include operating expenses, capital expenditures, working capital requirements, acquisitions, share repurchases, dividend payments, and debt refinancing or repayment.