The chart below shows how BUR performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, BUR sees a +1.56% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -0.17% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -1.77%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Record Net Realized Gains: Strong cash realizations with record levels of net realized gains, reaching $327 million, more than double the average annual realized gains over the prior four years.
Strong Portfolio Growth: Portfolio growth of approximately 8% in 2024, maintaining a 15% CAGR over the last five years, indicating strong business expansion.
Portfolio Revenue Success: Realizations of $641 million in 2024, significantly higher than 2023, with multiple cases generating over $20 million each, showcasing diversified success across the portfolio.
Strong ROIC Performance: Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) for 2024 was 108%, above historical averages, reflecting effective investment strategies and strong portfolio performance.
Cost Management Improvement: Operating expenses decreased by approximately 43% compared to 2023, indicating improved cost management and operational efficiency.
Enhanced Financial Reporting Transparency: Transition to U.S. domestic filer with enhanced transparency in financial reporting, making it easier for investors to understand the company's performance.
Strong Cash Generation: High cash generation with $700 million in cash receipts during the year, increasing cash and securities from $300 million to over $500 million by year-end.
Negative
Earnings Miss Report: Burford Capital Limited misses on earnings expectations, reporting an EPS of $-0.06 against expectations of $0.56.
Unrealized Losses Impact: Unrealized losses in the fourth quarter were reported, which caused adverse market reactions, despite the portfolio performing well overall.
Operating Expenses Reduction: Operating expenses were down significantly, but this was largely due to lower long-term incentive compensation linked to unrealized gains from the previous year, particularly from the YPF judgment.
Discount Rate Volatility Impact: The company faced volatility in discount rates throughout 2024, which negatively impacted unrealized gains, masking strong fundamental performance in the fourth quarter.
Asset Management Revenue Decline: The Asset Management segment saw a decrease in revenue recognized, with cash receipts dropping from $32 million in 2023 to $26 million in 2024, indicating a decline in performance in this area.
Burford Capital Limited (NYSE:BUR) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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