The chart below shows how CXW performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, CXW sees a +3.54% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +1.19% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.54%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
CoreCivic Revenue Increase: 1. Revenue Growth: CoreCivic generated revenue of $491.6 million in Q3 2024, a 2% increase compared to the prior year, with underlying revenue growth exceeding 5% when excluding the closed South Texas family residential center.
Funds from Operations Increase: 2. Increased Funds from Operations: Normalized funds from operations (FFO) rose to $47.6 million, or $0.43 per share, representing a 23% increase per share compared to $40.5 million, or $0.35 per share, in Q3 2023.
Operating Margin Improvement: 3. Improved Operating Margin: The operating margin for Safety and Community segments improved to 24.9% in Q3 2024, up from 21.3% in the prior year, driven by increased occupancy from 72% to 75.2% and a 4% rise in average per diem rates.
Cash and Liquidity Strength: 4. Strong Cash Position: CoreCivic ended the quarter with $108 million in cash and an additional $257 million in borrowing capacity, providing total liquidity of $365 million to support future growth and operational needs.
Share Repurchase Activity: 5. Share Repurchase Program: The company repurchased 4 million shares of common stock at a total cost of $59.5 million during 2024, with a remaining authorization of $177.9 million under its share repurchase program.
Negative
Federal Revenue Decline: 1. Decreased Federal Revenue: Federal revenue in the Safety and Community segments decreased by $1.5 million year-over-year, primarily due to a $16.5 million reduction in management revenue at the South Texas facility, which was terminated in August 2024.
Property Segment Revenue Drop: 2. Lease Revenue Decline: Revenue in the Property segment declined by $6.4 million, largely attributed to the expiration of a lease at the California City facility, resulting in an $8 million revenue reduction compared to the prior year.
Rising Operating Expenses: 3. Increased Operating Expenses: Operating expenses increased significantly, driven by a $2.9 million legal settlement in the Community segment, contributing to a decline in net operating income.
Asset Impairment Impact: 4. Impairment Charges: The company recorded $3.1 million in asset impairments during the quarter, reflecting the financial impact of facility closures and operational adjustments.
2024 Financial Guidance Update: 5. Guidance Implications: The updated financial guidance for 2024 includes the impact of the South Texas Family Residential Center's termination, which is expected to reduce normalized earnings per share by $0.11.
CoreCivic, Inc. (CXW) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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