BC Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how BC performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, BC sees a -0.16% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +0.21% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +1.10%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
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BC Earnings Analysis
Brunswick Corp Corporation (BC.N) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Strong Cash Flow Conversion: Full year free cash flow conversion reached 92%, exceeding the annual target of 80%, demonstrating strong cash generation capabilities.
Share Repurchase Confidence: Brunswick Corporation repurchased $200 million of its own shares in 2024, representing approximately 4% of the company, reflecting confidence in its value and future prospects.
Market Share Increase: Mercury Marine gained 110 basis points of U.S. retail outboard engine market share during the year, outperforming the industry and indicating strong competitive positioning.
Member Trip Milestone: Freedom Boat Club achieved over 600,000 annual member trips for the second consecutive year, showcasing robust growth and customer engagement in its business model.
Strong Financial Position: The company ended 2024 with $287 million in cash while funding strategic growth initiatives, indicating a strong financial position to support future investments.
Negative
Decline in Boat Sales: U.S. new boat retail sales ended 2024 down high single digit percent versus 2023, indicating a challenging market environment.
Q4 Net Sales Decline: Net sales in Q4 were down 15% compared to the same quarter in 2023, reflecting continued weakness in the U.S. retail marine market.
Sales and Earnings Decline: Full year sales decreased by 18%, with adjusted diluted EPS down 48% to $4.57, highlighting significant earnings pressure.
Sales Decline and Challenges: The propulsion business experienced a 24% decrease in sales, with production rates in the U.S. down 65% in the second half of the year, indicating severe operational challenges.
Tariff and Currency Challenges: An anticipated annualized impact of approximately $35 million in tariffs for 2025, alongside an estimated $30-$40 million unfavorable earnings impact due to foreign exchange rates, presents significant headwinds.
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BC Earning Call Sentiment
Earnings call transcript: Brunswick beats Q4 2024 EPS forecast, stock dips
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The earnings call reveals several negative indicators: significant YoY declines in net sales, operating margins, and EPS, coupled with unfavorable foreign exchange and tariff impacts for 2025. Although there are positives like strong free cash flow and share repurchases, the overall sentiment is dampened by management's vague responses in the Q&A, particularly regarding cost savings and guidance range specifics. Given the market cap, the anticipated stock price movement is likely negative (-2% to -8%) over the next two weeks.
