LQDT Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how LQDT performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, LQDT sees a +1.04% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +0.46% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +2.42%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
LQDT Key Earning Data
2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
122.33M
71.51%
14.41%
Gross Margin
38.95%
-24.71%
-9.29%
Operating Margin
5.89%
100.34%
-18.08%
Net Margin
4.75%
77.90%
-20.30%
EPS
0.18
200.00%
-10.00%
No Data Available
LQDT Earnings Analysis
Liquidity Services Inc Corporation (LQDT.O) Earnings Conference Call
Positive
Quarterly GMV Surge: Record quarterly GMV of $386.1 million, representing a 26% increase from $305.9 million year-over-year.
Revenue Surge Analysis: Revenue surged to $122.3 million, up 72% from $71.3 million in the same quarter last year, indicating strong operational performance.
Net Income Surge: GAAP net income increased by 205% to $5.8 million, showcasing significant profitability growth.
GovDeals GMV Surge: GovDeals segment GMV grew by 1129% year-over-year, driven by new high-value sellers and strong demand for capital goods.
CAG Segment Growth Metrics: CAG segment GMV increased by 31% year-over-year, with direct profit up 27%, reflecting robust growth in energy and heavy equipment verticals.
Negative
Revenue vs. GMV Growth: Consolidated revenue as a percent of GMV is expected to remain in the low 30s percentage range, indicating potential pressure on profitability as revenue growth may not keep pace with GMV growth.
Segment Profitability Decline: The total of segment direct profits as a percent of consolidated revenue is expected to be in the low 40s percentage range, suggesting a decline in operational efficiency compared to previous periods.
Q2 Net Income Guidance: The guidance for GAAP net income in Q2 is expected to range from $5,500,000 to $8,000,000, which reflects a decrease from the current quarter's net income of $5,800,000, indicating potential challenges in maintaining profitability.
Projected GMV Decline: The anticipated GMV for Q2 is projected to range from $360,000,000 to $390,000,000, which represents a decline from the record GMV of $386,100,000 in Q1, suggesting a slowdown in growth momentum.
Acquisition Strategy Concerns: The acquisition of Auction Software is not expected to materially impact consolidated results for the quarter, indicating potential concerns about the effectiveness of the acquisition strategy in driving growth.
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LQDT Earning Call Sentiment
Earnings call transcript: Liquidity Services Q1 2025 earnings beat expectations
LQDT.O
-3.46%Positive
The earnings call highlights strong financial performance with significant revenue and net income growth, healthy cash position, and no debt. The company provides optimistic guidance and strategic acquisitions, enhancing its market position. However, the Q&A reveals some uncertainties, such as acquisition integration risks and vague responses on tariffs. Despite these, the overall sentiment remains positive due to strong earnings, optimistic guidance, and strategic growth initiatives, suggesting a likely positive stock price movement.
