The chart below shows how PAG performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, PAG sees a +0.22% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +4.13% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.05%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Quarterly Revenue Milestone: 1. Record Revenue: Penske Automotive Group achieved a third-quarter record revenue of $7.6 billion, reflecting a 2% increase year-over-year.
Robust Profitability: 2. Strong Net Income: The company reported a net income of $226 million, resulting in earnings per share of $3.39, showcasing robust profitability.
Service and Parts Revenue Surge: 3. Service and Parts Growth: Service and parts revenue reached an all-time high of $778 million, with a 14% increase contributing significantly to overall revenue.
Strong Gross Profit Performance: 4. Increased Gross Profit: Gross profit per new vehicle retail remained strong at $5,072, only down $230 sequentially, and nearly $2,000 higher than in 2019.
Dividend Payout Boost: 5. Dividend Increase: Penske Automotive announced an 11% increase in its cash dividend to $1.19 per share, marking a 51% increase in cash payout since the end of the previous year.
Negative
Used Vehicle Sales Decline: 1. Decline in Used Vehicle Sales: Used vehicle retail sales decreased by 13% during the quarter, significantly impacted by the transition of U.K.-based CarShop locations to Sytner Select dealerships, which sell fewer units.
Stop Sale Financial Impact: 2. Impact of Stop Sales: The stop sale of certain vehicles, particularly affecting 1.5 million BMW units, resulted in a gross profit impact of approximately $6 million and a net impact of $4 million due to warranty repairs.
Rising Long-term Debt: 3. Increased Debt Levels: Long-term debt rose to $1.88 billion, an increase of $250 million from the end of December 2023, raising concerns about financial leverage in a high-interest rate environment.
Earnings Decline Analysis: 4. Freight Market Challenges: Penske Transportation Solutions reported a 27% decline in earnings compared to Q3 last year, primarily due to a $21 million increase in maintenance expenses and a $44 million rise in depreciation expenses.
Same-Store Automotive Revenue Decline: 5. Decline in Same-Store Retail Automotive Revenue: Same-store retail automotive revenue decreased by 5%, indicating a downturn in sales performance despite overall revenue growth.
Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (PAG) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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