The chart below shows how PAY performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, PAY sees a -5.51% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +2.24% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +1.93%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Significant Revenue Increase: Revenue grew 51.9% year-over-year, reaching $231.6 million in Q3 2024.
Contribution Profit Surge: Contribution profit increased by 30.1% to $80 million, demonstrating strong operational performance.
EBITDA Growth and Efficiency: Adjusted EBITDA rose 58.2% to $24.6 million, reflecting effective cost management and operational efficiency.
Strong Customer Demand: Bookings for the quarter and year are strong, indicating robust customer demand and a healthy backlog.
Transaction Price Increase: The average price per transaction increased to $1.49, up from $1.32 last year, showcasing improved pricing strategies.
Negative
Revenue Growth and Margin Decline: In the third quarter, revenue grew 51.9% year-over-year, but the contribution profit margin decreased to 34.5% compared to 40.3% in the prior year period.
EBITDA Margin Improvement: Adjusted EBITDA margin was 49.2% compared to 30.7% in the prior year, indicating a significant increase in operating expenses by 16.9% year-over-year to $44.3 million.
Net Income Decline: Net income for the third quarter was $19.6 million, or $0.15 per share, compared to $10.9 million, or $0.09 per share in the prior year period, reflecting a decline in profitability despite increased revenue.
Transaction Price Increase: The average price per transaction increased to $1.49, up from $1.32 last year, indicating rising costs that could impact future margins.
Cash Position Decline: The company ended the third quarter with total cash of $190.8 million, down from $192.9 million at the end of the last quarter, reflecting a decrease in cash generated from operations.
Paymentus Holdings, Inc. (PAY) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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