The chart below shows how BBD performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, BBD sees a -1.31% 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 -0.81%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Net Income Growth: Net income for Q4 2024 reached BRL5.4 billion, representing a 37% increase, while the full year net income was BRL19.6 billion, marking a 20% growth year-on-year.
Revenue and Income Growth: Total revenue grew to over BRL32 billion, reflecting a 7.9% year-on-year increase, with net interest income (NII) up by 5.4% and fee and commission income also growing by 7.9%.
Loan Portfolio Expansion: The total loan portfolio expanded to over BRL980 billion, achieving nearly 12% growth year-on-year, with significant increases in micro, small, and medium-sized company loans by 28%.
Insurance Segment Performance: The insurance segment reported a net income of BRL2.5 billion for Q4 2024, contributing to a total of BRL9.1 billion for the year, with a return on average equity (ROAE) of 21%.
Share Buyback Program: A share buyback program was initiated, resulting in the repurchase of approximately 50 million shares, with plans to cancel close to 1% of the bank's shares, enhancing shareholder value.
Negative
Loan Portfolio Growth Analysis: Total loan portfolio growth was 12% year-on-year, but the high-risk portfolio grew by 28%, indicating a potential increase in credit risk exposure.
Increased Loan Loss Provisions: Expanded loan loss provisions increased by BRL400 million to BRL7.5 billion, reflecting a cautious approach to potential defaults amid economic uncertainty.
Rising Operating Expenses: Operating expenses grew by 9.3% year-on-year, and when excluding Cielo, the growth was still significant at 6.9%, indicating rising costs despite efforts to control them.
Cautious Growth Outlook: The guidance for 2025 reflects a more cautious outlook due to anticipated economic impacts, suggesting potential challenges in maintaining growth momentum.
Net Income Growth Concerns: The net income growth of 20% in 2024 was supported by non-recurring provisions, which may not be sustainable in future periods, raising concerns about ongoing profitability.
Banco Bradesco S.A. (NYSE:BBD) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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