CR Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how CR performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, CR sees a +0.78% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +7.18% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.17%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
CR Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
544.10M
2.10%
-8.89%
Gross Margin
40.89%
12.43%
2.61%
Operating Margin
15.84%
26.22%
-10.10%
Net Margin
12.92%
39.37%
-0.15%
EPS
1.39
63.53%
4.51%
No Data Available
CR Earnings Analysis
Crane Co Corporation (CR.N) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Q4 Adjusted EPS Growth: Adjusted EPS of $1.26 for Q4 2024, reflecting an 8% core sales growth, with full year adjusted EPS of $4.88, up 28% over 2023.
Sales and Profit Growth: Sales for 2024 increased 14%, driven by 8% core growth and 6% contribution from acquisitions, with adjusted operating profit of $383 million, a 29% increase compared to the prior year.
Backlog and Orders Growth: Core FX neutral backlog increased by 9% year-over-year, driven by strong performance in Aerospace and Electronics, with core orders also up 8%.
Dividend Increase Confidence: The dividend was increased by 12%, reflecting confidence in the company's financial health and future growth prospects.
Adjusted EPS Guidance 2025: For 2025, initial adjusted EPS guidance is set at $5.30 to $5.60, indicating a solid 12% growth at the midpoint, with expectations of continued strong demand trends.
Negative
Earnings Performance Challenges: Adjusted EPS of $1.26 was below the expected range, indicating potential challenges in maintaining profitability despite an 8% core sales growth.
Backlog Decline Analysis: Core FX neutral backlog decreased by 4% compared to the prior year, suggesting a decline in future sales expectations and project timing issues.
Hurricane Impact on Earnings: Production downtime in Q4 due to Hurricane Helene resulted in an estimated $0.09 impact on earnings, reflecting operational disruptions that affected overall performance.
Debt Management Risks: Total debt at the end of 2024 was approximately $247 million, which, while manageable, indicates a reliance on debt financing that could pose risks in a rising interest rate environment.
Projected Core Sales Growth: Core sales growth for 2025 is projected to be low to mid single digits, a significant deceleration compared to previous years, indicating potential headwinds in market demand.
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CR Earning Call Sentiment
Earnings call transcript: Crane Co. Q4 2024 misses estimates, stock rises
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The earnings call highlights strong financial performance with increased EPS and sales, improved margins, and positive cash flow. The dividend increase and raised guidance are positive signals. While there are concerns about mixed economic signals and potential Chinese tariffs, management remains confident. The Q&A section reveals strategic moves towards higher growth markets and manageable risks, contributing to an overall positive sentiment. However, the lack of clarity on specific M&A details slightly tempers the optimism. Given these factors, a positive stock price movement of 2% to 8% is expected over the next two weeks.
