The chart below shows how OTIS performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, OTIS sees a +0.97% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +2.44% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -1.51%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Top-Line Growth Achievement: Otis returned to top-line growth in the third quarter as we continued to demonstrate the strength of our Service-driven business model with solid third quarter results.
Service Sales Growth: In Service, we delivered high single digit growth in Q3, bringing year-to-date service organic sales to 6.4% with all lines of business contributing.
Maintenance and Modernization Growth: We achieved maintenance portfolio growth of 4.2% and our modernization backlog increased 12% at constant currency.
Free Cash Flow and Buybacks: In Q3, we generated $381 million in adjusted free cash flow and completed $200 million in share repurchases.
Free Cash Flow and Repurchases: Year-to-date, we've generated approximately $900 million in adjusted free cash flow and returned $800 million through share repurchases as we execute on our disciplined capital allocation strategy.
Negative
Equipment Orders Decline: New equipment orders were down 3% in the third quarter, indicating a sequential improvement versus the first two quarters of the year, despite continued challenging market conditions.
China Order Decline: Orders in China experienced a greater than 20% decline due to continued economic softness in the region.
Equipment Backlog Decline: New equipment backlog at constant currency was down 3% versus the prior year, reflecting a decrease in demand.
Decline in Operating Profit Margin: Adjusted operating profit margin came in at 6.4%, indicating a decline compared to the previous year, driven by higher interest expenses and foreign exchange headwinds.
Equipment Sales Decline: Year-to-date, new equipment sales are down over $250 million and operating profit has declined by $20 million at constant currency versus the prior year.
Otis Worldwide Corporation (OTIS) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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