LIVE Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how LIVE performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, LIVE sees a +3.20% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +1.68% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -2.26%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
LIVE Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
112.74M
8.88%
-8.99%
Gross Margin
31.92%
10.76%
6.76%
Operating Margin
1.01%
-73.35%
-38.04%
Net Margin
-17.62%
299.55%
666.09%
EPS
-6.34
-340.28%
596.70%
No Data Available
LIVE Earnings Analysis
Live Ventures Inc Corporation (LIVE.O) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Retail Entertainment Revenue Growth: Retail entertainment revenue increased by $700,000 or 3.3% compared to the prior year period, reaching approximately $21,300,000 due to an increase in the number of stores from 70 to 73.
Gross Margin Improvement: Gross margin percentage improved to 31.7% from 30.9% in the prior year period, driven by increased margins in the retail entertainment and steel manufacturing segments.
Net Income Improvement: Net income for the quarter was approximately $500,000, a significant improvement from a net loss of approximately $700,000 in the prior year period, primarily due to a $2,800,000 gain on the settlement of the earn out liability.
Strong Liquidity Position: Total cash availability at the end of the quarter was $31,100,000, consisting of cash on hand of $7,400,000 and $23,700,000 available under various lines of credit, indicating strong liquidity.
Share Repurchase Strategy: During the quarter, approximately 15,700 shares of common stock were repurchased as part of the capital allocation strategy, reflecting a commitment to enhancing shareholder value.
Negative
Quarterly Revenue Decline: Total revenue for the quarter decreased 5.2% to approximately $111,500,000, primarily due to declines in the Flooring Manufacturing, Retail Flooring, and Steel Manufacturing segments, which collectively decreased by approximately $6,700,000.
Retail Flooring Revenue Decline: Retail flooring segment revenue decreased $2,600,000 or 7.5% compared to the prior year period, attributed to reduced demand in the flooring industry.
Flooring Revenue Decline: Flooring manufacturing segment revenue decreased $3,200,000 or 11.1% compared to the prior year period, also due to reduced demand in the flooring industry.
Decline in Adjusted EBITDA: Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was approximately $5,700,000, a decrease of approximately $3,000,000 compared to the prior year period, indicating a significant decline in operational profitability.
Increased Administrative Expenses: General and administrative expense increased approximately $2,400,000 to $30,100,000, primarily due to increased compensation and other expenses in the retail flooring segment, further straining financial performance.
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LIVE Earning Call Sentiment
Earnings call transcript: Live Ventures Q4 2024 sees EPS improvement
LIVE.O
6.44%Positive
The earnings call reveals a decrease in revenue and increased expenses, particularly in the flooring segments, despite a slight increase in retail entertainment revenue. Management's lack of guidance and avoidance of direct answers in the Q&A further add to uncertainty. While there are some positives, like share repurchases and a gain from settlement, the overall sentiment is negative due to reduced demand, increased expenses, and uncertainty about future earnings.
