The chart below shows how IR performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, IR sees a -1.27% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +2.84% 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.
Positive
Double-Digit EPS Growth: Strong financial performance with double-digit adjusted EPS growth of 11% for the full year 2024, reaching $3.29 per share.
Strong Free Cash Flow: Robust free cash flow generation of $491 million in Q4, resulting in a 26% free cash flow margin for the quarter.
Annual Revenue Increase: Total company revenue increased by 5% for the full year, demonstrating solid growth despite market challenges.
M&A Strategy Success: Successful M&A strategy with 18 acquisitions contributing approximately $625 million in annualized revenue, enhancing the company's market position.
Adjusted EBITDA Margin Increase: Record adjusted EBITDA margin of 27.9% for the full year, up 190 basis points year-over-year, reflecting improved operational efficiency.
Sustainability Recognition Achievements: Recognition for sustainability efforts, being named to the Dow Jones Best-in-class Indices and the CDP A List for global environmental leadership.
Strong Liquidity Position: Strong liquidity position with total liquidity of $4.1 billion, including $1.5 billion in cash, indicating financial stability.
2025 Revenue and EPS Projections: Positive outlook for 2025 with projected revenue growth of 3% to 5% and adjusted EPS expected to rise to between $3.38 and $3.50, reflecting continued confidence in business performance.
Negative
Flat Organic Orders: Q4 organic orders for ITS were approximately flat, indicating a lack of growth in this segment.
China Market Challenges: Revenue for ITS finished down low-single digits organically, primarily impacted by the China business, highlighting challenges in this key market.
Aerospace & Defense Margin Decline: The Aerospace & Defense business within ILC Dover experienced lower volumes, negatively affecting the adjusted EBITDA margin for PST in Q4.
Organic Order Decline: Despite overall growth in PST, organic orders finished slightly down year-over-year, suggesting underlying weaknesses in demand.
Foreign Exchange Impact: The company anticipates a 2% headwind from foreign exchange in 2025, which could impact revenue growth.
Limited EPS Growth Projection: Adjusted EPS for 2025 is projected to increase only about 5% at the midpoint, indicating limited growth expectations compared to previous years.
Book-to-Bill Ratio Analysis: The book-to-bill ratio finished the year at 0.98, suggesting that orders are not keeping pace with revenue, which could signal future revenue challenges.
Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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