The chart below shows how NOA performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, NOA sees a -1.59% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +5.72% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.15%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Record EBITDA Achievement: 1. Record EBITDA Performance: The company achieved an EBITDA of $106 million with a 29% margin, marking a 75% increase from the previous Q3 record, driven by strong operational performance in Australia.
Quarterly Revenue Surge: 2. Significant Revenue Growth: Wholly-owned businesses reported a $90 million increase in revenue quarter-over-quarter, while the Australian segment saw a $134 million rise, reflecting consistent operational success.
Fleet Utilization Performance: 3. High Fleet Utilization Rates: The Australian fleet achieved a record utilization rate of 84%, just shy of the 85% target, while the Canadian fleet improved to 51% from a low of 42% in Q2, with expectations to reach the 60% range by year-end.
Cash Flow Performance: 4. Strong Cash Flow Generation: The company generated $80 million in net cash from operations prior to working capital adjustments, contributing to a free cash flow of $11 million despite capital expenditures.
Backlog and Bid Pipeline Growth: 5. Increased Backlog and Bid Pipeline: The pro forma backlog rose to $3.1 billion, an increase of $300 million from Q2, supported by a robust bid pipeline exceeding $10 billion, indicating strong future growth potential.
Negative
Oilsands Revenue Decline: 1. Declining Oilsands Revenue: The oilsands business reported a decrease in topline revenue compared to last year, indicating a decline in performance despite improved consistency in quarter-to-quarter results.
Net Debt Increase: 2. Increased Net Debt: Net debt levels rose to $883 million, an increase of $50 million in the quarter, primarily due to growth assets purchased and unfavorable changes in the Australian exchange rate.
Acquisition Interest Impact: 3. Higher Acquisition-Related Interest Impact: Adjusted earnings per share of $1.17 were negatively impacted by higher acquisition-related interest, which reduced earnings by $0.54 compared to $0.22 in the prior quarter.
Canadian Utilization Delays: 4. Delayed Canadian Utilization Targets: Canadian utilization targets have been pushed off to the end of next year, indicating challenges in achieving operational efficiency in that region.
Cash Flow Management Issues: 5. Free Cash Flow Challenges: Free cash flow was only $11 million, driven by a $32 million draw on working capital accounts, highlighting ongoing cash flow management issues.
North American Construction Group Ltd. (NOA) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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