The chart below shows how BATRA performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, BATRA sees a -2.99% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -1.99% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.51%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Fan Attendance Milestone: 1. Record Attendance: The Atlanta Braves welcomed over 3 million fans to the ballpark for the third consecutive year, marking the fifth highest total in Major League Baseball.
Revenue Increase Analysis: 2. Revenue Growth: Total revenue increased to $291 million in Q3 2024, up from $272 million in Q3 2023, driven by new sponsorship agreements and increased attendance.
Baseball Revenue Surge: 3. Baseball Revenue Increase: Baseball revenue rose to $273 million in Q3 2024, compared to $256 million in the prior year, primarily due to new sponsorship agreements and contractual rate increases.
Season Ticket Demand Surge: 4. High Season Ticket Demand: There remains a 20,000-person waiting list for season tickets, with high renewal rates for the upcoming 2025 season, indicating strong fan engagement.
Top Guest Experience: 5. Positive Guest Experience: The Braves ranked #1 in overall guest experience in a recent MLB fan survey, reflecting the team's commitment to enhancing the fan experience at Truist Park.
Negative
Operating Income Decline: 1. Declining Operating Income: The company's operating income fell to $6 million in Q3 2024, down from $16 million in the prior year period, primarily due to higher baseball operating costs.
Adjusted OIBDA Decline: 2. Decreased Adjusted OIBDA: Adjusted OIBDA decreased to $31 million in Q3 2024 from $40 million in the same quarter of 2023, despite revenue growth.
Attendance Challenges Impact Revenue: 3. Reduced Attendance Impact: Although total revenue increased, it was partially offset by reduced attendance at regular home season games, indicating potential challenges in fan engagement.
Rising Operating Costs: 4. Increased Operating Costs: Baseball operating costs rose significantly due to increases in Major League player salaries, MLB's revenue sharing payments, and Minor League expenses, impacting overall profitability.
Bankruptcy Revenue Concerns: 5. Uncertain Revenue Impact from Bankruptcy: The pending bankruptcy of Diamond Sports Group LLC raises concerns about potential future unfavorable impacts on revenue, as the company cannot predict the outcome.
Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. (BATRA) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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