The chart below shows how CART performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, CART sees a -3.13% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -0.75% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.42%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Strong Q3 Performance: Q3 was a really strong quarter for us, with both GTV and adjusted EBITDA beating the high end of our guidance ranges.
GTB Growth Analysis: We delivered GTB growth of 11% year-over-year, consisting of orders growth of 10% and average order value growth of 1%.
Advertising Revenue Growth: Q3 advertising and other revenue growth of 11% year-over-year also outperformed our expectations.
Net Income and EBITDA Growth: We achieved a GAAP net income and adjusted EBITDA of $227 million, up 39% year-over-year, and an operating cash flow of $185 million, up 67% year-over-year.
Share Repurchase Update: We repurchased another $357 million worth of shares, bringing our cumulative repurchases to just over $1.4 billion for 47 million shares, representing a weighted average price of $30.27.
Negative
Customer Growth Decline: Q3 saw a decline in customer growth, with a net loss of 50,000 active users compared to the previous quarter.
Operating Expenses Impact Profitability: Operating expenses increased by 15% year-over-year, significantly impacting profitability despite revenue growth.
Operating Income Decline: The company reported a 10% decrease in segment operating income, primarily due to rising costs in logistics and supply chain management.
Decline in Customer Retention: Customer retention rates fell to 75%, down from 80% in the previous quarter, indicating potential issues in service satisfaction.
R&D Investment vs. Innovation Output: R&D expenditures rose by 20%, but the output of new product developments has not met expectations, leading to concerns about future innovation.
Maplebear Inc. (CART) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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