The chart below shows how HLNE performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, HLNE sees a -1.97% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +6.42% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.11%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
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Management Fee Revenue Growth: Year-to-date through the second quarter of fiscal 2025, management and advisory fee revenue grew by 21%, translating into GAAP EPS of $2.85 based on $114 million of GAAP net income.
Asset Growth Overview: Total asset footprint stood at $947 billion, representing an 11% increase year-over-year, with AUM at $131 billion, growing $12 billion or 10% compared to the prior year period.
AUM Growth Performance: Fee-earning AUM grew to approximately $70 billion, increasing by $8.3 billion or 14% relative to the prior year period, driven by strong performance in specialized funds.
Specialized Funds Revenue Surge: The specialized funds revenue increased by $40 million or 33% compared to the prior year period, primarily due to a $3.6 billion increase in fee-earning AUM in the Evergreen platform.
Dividend Declaration and Increase: The company declared a dividend of $0.49 per share this quarter, maintaining a targeted 10% increase over last fiscal year, equating to $1.96 per share for fiscal year 2025.
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Rising Total Expenses: 1. Increased Expenses: Total expenses year-to-date increased by $48.6 million compared to the prior year period, with total compensation and benefits rising by $43.5 million due to higher headcount and incentive fee-related compensation.
Fee Rate Decline: 2. Declining Fee Rate: The fee rate for specialized funds, excluding retro fees, declined quarter-over-quarter, indicating potential pressure on revenue generation despite overall growth in AUM.
Rising Compensation Expenses: 3. High Compensation Costs: Compensation and benefits expenses increased significantly, reflecting a 43.5 million rise, which could impact future profitability if growth does not keep pace.
Equity Awards Dilution Risk: 4. Potential Dilution from Equity Awards: If all performance awards vest, there could be a potential dilution of approximately 2% of the current fully diluted outstanding shares, which may concern shareholders.
Fluctuating Retro Fee Revenue: 5. Uncertain Future Revenue from Retro Fees: The company anticipates that the current direct equity funded market will be the primary driver of quarterly retro fees, which may lead to fluctuations in revenue growth comparisons going forward.
Hamilton Lane Incorporated (HLNE) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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