The chart below shows how APAM performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, APAM sees a -0.14% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +1.36% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.17%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
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Investment Strategy Demand: In 2024, 13 of Artisan's 25 investment strategies achieved net inflows, with 10 strategies exceeding $100 million in inflows, demonstrating strong demand across multiple asset classes.
Successful Fixed Income Strategies: The Denver-based credit team raised $1.7 billion of net inflows, while the EMsights Capital Group raised $1.9 billion, collectively managing nearly $15 billion across six strategies, showcasing successful business development in fixed income.
Exceptional Investment Performance: The Developing World strategy generated a cumulative return of 157% since inception, outperforming the MSCI Emerging Markets Index by more than four times, highlighting exceptional investment performance.
Quarterly Revenue Increase: Fourth quarter revenues increased by 6% sequentially and 19% year-over-year, reflecting the strength of the business model and growth in assets under management.
Dividend Increase Announcement: Dividends declared for 2024 totaled $3.48 per share, a 25% increase from 2023, with a special dividend that was 47% larger than the previous year, indicating strong cash generation and commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
Negative
Decline in Assets Under Management: Assets under management decreased by 4% from the previous quarter, ending at $161 billion, indicating a decline in overall investment capacity.
Client Cash Outflows: Net client cash outflows totaled approximately $800 million in the December quarter, contributing to a full-year outflow of $3.7 billion, reflecting challenges in client retention.
Capital Outflows Highlighted: Distributions not reinvested in Artisan funds amounted to $795 million for the quarter and $1.2 billion for the full year, highlighting significant capital leaving the funds.
Rising Operating Expenses: Adjusted operating expenses increased by 11% year-over-year, primarily due to higher incentive compensation, which may indicate rising operational costs without corresponding revenue growth.
Seasonal Expense Increase: The company anticipates a $6 million increase in seasonal expenses for the first quarter of 2025 compared to the fourth quarter of 2024, suggesting potential pressure on profitability in the upcoming quarter.
Artisan Partners Asset Management Inc. (NYSE:APAM) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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