The chart below shows how HPE performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, HPE sees a +1.16% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +4.13% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.05%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Record Quarterly Revenue Growth: Hewlett Packard Enterprise reported a record quarterly revenue of $8.5 billion, up 15% year-over-year, exceeding $8 billion for the first time in history.
AI Revenue Surge: AI systems revenue grew more than 150% to $4.1 billion, meeting the server non-GAAP operating margin target.
Record Free Cash Flow: The company generated a record-breaking $2.3 billion in free cash flow, exceeding guidance of at least $1.9 billion for the year.
Revenue Exceeds Expectations: Total revenue grew 3% year-over-year to $30.1 billion, exceeding the high end of the outlook range provided in September.
Customer Acquisition Success: Hewlett Packard Enterprise added more than 9,000 new customers across the portfolio, contributing to strong revenue growth.
Negative
Operating Margin Decline: Operating margin decreased by 270 basis points year-over-year, indicating a decline in profitability.
Intelligent Edge Revenue Decline: Total Intelligent Edge revenue was $1.1 billion, down 20% year-over-year, reflecting a significant drop in this segment.
Earnings Per Share Shortfall: Non-GAAP diluted net EPS was $0.58, which was below guidance, indicating weaker performance than expected.
Revenue Growth Decline: The company experienced a sequential decline in revenue growth, suggesting potential challenges in maintaining momentum going forward.
Inventory Levels Analysis: Inventory ended the year at $7.8 billion, up 2% quarter-over-quarter, indicating potential overstock issues.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (HPE) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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