The chart below shows how CWCO performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, CWCO sees a -0.14% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +6.16% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.70%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Quarterly Revenue Performance: Revenue for the third quarter totaled $33.4 million, reflecting a solid performance despite a 33% decrease from the same quarter last year.
Continuing Operations Profitability: Net income from continuing operations was $5 million, or $0.31 per diluted share, demonstrating profitability in challenging conditions.
Retail Water Sales Growth: Retail water sales increased due to a 4.2% rise in the volume of water sold, indicating strong customer demand and operational efficiency.
Bulk Segment Stability: The bulk segment experienced consistent revenue compared to last year, showcasing stability in this area of the business.
Gross Profit Margin Improvement: Gross profit for the quarter was $11.6 million, representing 34.8% of total revenue, which is an improvement from the previous year's gross profit margin.
Negative
Quarterly Revenue Decline: Revenue for the third quarter totaled $33.4 million, a 33% decrease from the same quarter of last year.
Construction Revenue Decline: This decrease is almost entirely due to a $20.6 million decrease in construction revenue.
Net Income Comparison: Net income from continuing operations was $5 million or $0.31 per diluted share, compared to net income of $8.8 million or $0.55 per diluted share for the third quarter of last year.
Discontinued Operations Loss: We reported a net loss in discontinued operations of $503,000 for the third quarter compared to a loss of $233,000 for the third quarter of 2023.
Manufacturing Revenue Decline: Our manufacturing segment revenue decreased by $362,000 to $4.4 million in the third quarter.
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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