APD Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how APD performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, APD sees a +0.98% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +1.60% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -2.72%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
APD Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
2.93B
-2.20%
-8.03%
Gross Margin
31.21%
0.58%
-8.15%
Operating Margin
22.97%
3.24%
-13.74%
Net Margin
22.17%
6.89%
-64.03%
EPS
2.77
1.47%
-68.34%
No Data Available
APD Earnings Analysis
Air Products and Chemicals Inc Corporation (APD.N) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Earnings Per Share Beat Guidance: Adjusted earnings per share of $2.86 exceeded the upper-end of guidance range of $2.75 to $2.85, up 1% over last year, driven by results in the Americas.
EBITDA Margin Improvement: Adjusted EBITDA margin increased by 140 basis points compared to the prior year, reflecting a favorable business mix and pricing strength.
Operating Margin Improvement: Adjusted operating margin improved by 80 basis points year-over-year, indicating enhanced operational efficiency.
Americas Pricing Increase: Americas segment saw a 2% increase in overall pricing, translating to a 4% gain in merchant pricing, driven by strong demand.
Asia Segment Performance Improvement: Asia segment reported a 2% volume improvement and a 7% increase in adjusted EBITDA, primarily due to favorable volumes and costs.
Negative
Earnings Miss Report: Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. misses on earnings expectations with reported EPS of $2.86, falling short of the expected $3.13.
Volume Decline Impact: Overall volume decreased by 2% compared to last year, primarily due to the divestment of the LNG business, which negatively impacted earnings.
Limited EBITDA Growth: Adjusted EBITDA increased by only 1%, primarily due to higher costs and lower equity affiliate income, indicating limited operational efficiency improvements.
Volume Decline in Europe: In Europe, volume declined by 5%, driven by lower onsite demand and continued weakness in merchant demand, particularly for helium, negatively affecting overall performance.
Corporate Segment Revenue Decline: The Corporate and Other segment reported lower sales and profits this quarter, primarily due to the sale of the LNG business, indicating a significant loss in revenue streams.
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APD Earning Call Sentiment
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE:APD) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
APD.N
-0.61%Positive
The earnings call presents a mixed picture. Basic financial performance shows slight improvements in EPS and margins, but volume declines are concerning. Product development and market strategy are promising with ongoing projects and partnerships, yet lack immediate catalysts. The Q&A highlights uncertainties in China and helium markets, with management's responses lacking clarity. Positive shareholder returns via dividends are offset by cautious future guidance. Overall, the sentiment remains neutral due to balanced positive and negative factors, with no strong indication of significant stock movement in the short term.
