COO Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how COO performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, COO sees a +1.26% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +1.52% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.30%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
COO Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
1.02B
9.85%
1.56%
Gross Margin
61.62%
2.02%
0.87%
Operating Margin
19.48%
33.06%
1.46%
Net Margin
11.54%
26.67%
10.54%
EPS
0.59
40.48%
13.46%
No Data Available
COO Earnings Analysis
The Cooper Companies, Inc. Common Stock Corporation (COO.O) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Fiscal Year Revenue Surge: Record revenues of $3.9 billion for fiscal year 2024, up 8% year-over-year, including 9% organic revenue growth at CooperVision and 5% at CooperSurgical.
Q4 Revenue Increase: Consolidated revenues for Q4 were $1.018 billion, up 10% year-over-year or up 7% organically.
Earnings Per Share Increase: Non-GAAP earnings per share grew 19% to $1.04, with approximately 201 million average shares outstanding.
Operating Income Improvement: Consolidated operating income increased by 16.2%, improving the margin to 25.9%, driven by strong SG&A leverage.
Free Cash Flow and Leverage: Free cash flow was $128 million with CapEx of $140 million, and net debt decreased to $2.48 billion, improving leverage ratio to 1.94x.
Negative
Revenue Growth Analysis: Consolidated revenues were $1.018 billion, up 10% as reported and up 7% organically, indicating a slower growth rate compared to previous quarters.
Cost Management Efficiency: Operating expenses were managed well at only 6.8% and reducing to 41.1% of revenues, suggesting tight cost controls but also potential limitations on growth investments.
Operating Income Improvement: Operating income was up 16.2%, improving the margin to 25.9%, but this was driven primarily by strong SG&A leverage, which may not be sustainable in the long term.
Interest Expense Impact: Interest expense was $25.6 million, indicating a significant cost burden that could impact profitability if not managed effectively.
Cash Flow Constraints: Free cash flow was $128 million with CapEx of $140 million, suggesting a tight cash position that may limit future investments.
COO FAQs
How does COO typically perform around its earnings report dates?
Is The Cooper Companies, Inc. (COO) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Summary positive or negative?
How can historical earnings data help predict future stock performance?
COO Earning Call Sentiment
The Cooper Companies, Inc. (COO) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
1.0x
00:00
00:00
COO.O
-0.24%Positive
The earnings call shows strong financial performance with an 8% revenue growth, improved margins, and EPS growth at the top end of guidance. The Q&A highlighted some temporary softness and competitive pressures, but management expects to maintain market share and growth. The guidance for 2025 indicates continued growth and margin expansion. The absence of significant tariff exposure and a stable pricing environment further supports a positive outlook. Despite some concerns, the overall sentiment is positive, likely resulting in a stock price increase of 2% to 8% over the next two weeks.
