Jeremy [Analyst]'s questions to Dorman Products Inc (DORM) leadership • Q2 2025
Question
Jeremy, on behalf of Justin Ages, requested more detail on the specific initiatives driving continued margin growth in the light-duty segment. He also asked for a review of the company's capital allocation strategy.
Answer
Senior VP, CFO & Treasurer David Hession attributed the margin growth to supply chain diversification, productivity improvements, and automation efforts. President, CEO & Director Kevin Olsen added that new products, particularly new-to-the-aftermarket and OE-fix parts, are significant high-margin contributors. Hession then reiterated the capital allocation priorities: managing debt, funding internal investments, pursuing strategic M&A, and opportunistically repurchasing shares.