HRB Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how HRB performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, HRB sees a -0.92% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +4.47% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.42%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
HRB Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
193.81M
5.45%
-81.76%
Gross Margin
-39.10%
-4.89%
-174.69%
Operating Margin
-117.81%
4.94%
-456.78%
Net Margin
-88.45%
-0.18%
-463.84%
EPS
-1.24
-10.71%
-168.51%
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HRB Earnings Analysis
H&R Block, Inc. Corporation (HRB.N) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Assisted Category Revenue Growth: Revenue growth of 5% year-over-year, totaling $194 million, driven by higher company-owned volumes and increased net average charge in the Assisted category.
Operating Expenses Increase: Operating expenses increased by $32 million or 8%, primarily due to higher tax professional wages resulting from increased tax return volume, but were in line with revenue growth expectations.
Share Repurchase Commitment: The company repurchased approximately $210 million of shares in Q1, reflecting a commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Dividend Increase and Commitment: The dividend was increased by 17%, marking an 88% increase since 2016, demonstrating strong financial health and commitment to shareholder returns.
International Business Performance: The international business performed well, contributing positively to overall revenue growth and strategic progress across all Block Horizons.
Negative
Operating Expenses Increase: Total operating expenses were $422 million, an increase of $32 million or 8%, primarily due to higher tax professional wages as a result of higher tax return volume, higher corporate wages, and an increase in legal fees and settlements in the current year.
Quarterly Pretax Loss Comparison: Our pretax loss in the first quarter this year was $232 million compared to $212 million in the prior year, and our effective tax rate was 26.2% compared to 23.3% last year.
EBITDA Loss Comparison: The EBITDA loss for the first quarter was $188 million compared to an EBITDA loss of $166 million last year and the loss per share from continuing operations was $1.23 compared to $1.11 last year.
Adjusted Loss Per Share: Adjusted loss per share from continuing operations was $1.17 compared to $1.05 last year due to a higher pretax loss and fewer shares outstanding.
Share Repurchase Program: We repurchased a total of 3.3 million shares of stock for $210 million at an average price of $63.51 per share, which retired another 2.4% of our shares outstanding.
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HRB Earning Call Sentiment
H&R Block, Inc. (HRB) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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The earnings call presents a mixed picture. While there are positive elements like a 17% dividend increase and share repurchases, these are countered by increased operating expenses, a higher pretax loss, and competitive pressures. The Q&A section reveals some uncertainties, particularly regarding legal expenses and competitive risks. The company's guidance suggests modest growth, but with some economic challenges. Therefore, considering the balance of positive and negative factors, the sentiment is rated as neutral, indicating a likely stock price movement within -2% to 2%.