CMP Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how CMP performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, CMP sees a +0.10% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -4.52% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +1.69%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
CMP Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
208.80M
-10.62%
2.91%
Gross Margin
9.34%
-50.53%
-41.88%
Operating Margin
-5.84%
-449.70%
-300.69%
Net Margin
-23.13%
2061.68%
7.63%
EPS
-1.17
-1850.00%
11.43%
No Data Available
CMP Earnings Analysis
Compass Minerals International, Inc. Corporation (CMP.N) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Revenue Decline with Optimism: Consolidated revenue for the full fiscal year was $1.1 billion, which was down 7% year-over-year, but the company is optimistic about future growth.
Safety Improvement Achieved: Despite a challenging year, the company experienced a significant reduction in high potential incidents, demonstrating a commitment to safety and operational excellence.
Operating Earnings and EBITDA: Operating earnings for the year were $164 million, and adjusted EBITDA was $228 million, both showing margin expansion in 2024 with operating margin increasing to 18%.
Salt Segment Revenue Analysis: The Salt business segment saw revenue in the fourth quarter of $163 million, compared to $187 million a year ago, indicating resilience in pricing despite volume declines.
Cost Efficiency and Profitability: The company is focused on improving cost structures and operational efficiencies, which are expected to enhance profitability and cash generation moving forward.
Negative
Revenue Decline Analysis: Consolidated revenue was $209 million, down 11% year-over-year.
Winter Activity Decline: The weak winter we experienced in our served markets led to a decrease in prefill activity compared to what we would typically see in the fourth quarter after average winter activity.
Operating Loss and Impairment: We posted a consolidated operating loss of $30 million, which includes a non-cash impairment of approximately $18 million related to the write-down of certain water rights in our Plant Nutrition segment.
Net Loss and EBITDA: Consolidated net loss was $48 million and adjusted EBITDA was approximately $16 million for the quarter.
Revenue Decline Analysis: For the full fiscal year, consolidated revenue was $1.1 billion, which was down 7% year-over-year.
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CMP Earning Call Sentiment
Compass Minerals International, Inc. (CMP) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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The earnings call summary and Q&A highlight several negative factors: significant financial losses, discontinued dividends, no share repurchase, and regulatory risks. The Q&A reveals management's lack of clarity on key issues, adding uncertainty. Despite some positive aspects like increased salt segment margins, the overall sentiment is negative due to financial struggles and operational challenges. The absence of strong positive catalysts or new partnerships further supports a negative outlook.
