The chart below shows how AMH performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, AMH sees a +0.32% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +0.20% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.03%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Core FFO Growth: Strong finish to 2024 with 6.6% growth in core FFO per share, indicating robust financial performance.
Core Revenue Growth: Achieved 4% same-home core revenue growth in Q4, aligning with expectations and contributing to a full-year growth of 5%.
Controlled Operating Expense Growth: Core operating expense growth was controlled at 4.8% for Q4 and 4.3% for the full year, showcasing effective cost management.
Core NOI Growth Performance: Same-home core NOI growth of 3.6% for Q4 and 5.3% for the full year reflects strong operational execution.
Leasing Momentum and Occupancy: Leasing momentum continued into 2025, with January showing 95.6% average occupied days and new lease spreads accelerating by 0.7%.
Rental Market Pricing Trends: Blended rate growth of 3.3% in January indicates positive pricing trends in the rental market.
2025 Revenue Growth Outlook: Outlook for 2025 includes a same-home core revenue growth forecast of 3.5%, demonstrating confidence in future performance.
Occupancy Rate Stability: Expected average occupancy in the low 96% area for 2025 aligns with long-term portfolio expectations, indicating stability.
Rent Growth Projections: Projected average monthly realized rent growth in the high 3% area suggests continued revenue enhancement opportunities.
Negative
Operating Expense Growth: Core operating expense growth was 4.8% for Q4 and 4.3% for the full year, indicating rising costs that could impact profitability.
Same-Home Revenue Forecast: The forecast for same-home core revenue growth in 2025 is only 3.5% at the midpoint, suggesting a slowdown compared to previous growth rates.
Bad Debt Impact: Bad debt is expected to be in the low 1% area in 2025, which could negatively affect overall revenue.
Occupancy Rate Fluctuations: The company noted that the usual seasonal curve for occupancy is expected to play out, indicating potential fluctuations in occupancy rates throughout the year.
Occupancy Improvement Concerns: While occupancy improved in the last two months of Q4, this is atypical and may not be sustainable going forward.
American Homes 4 Rent (NYSE:AMH) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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