The chart below shows how SSD performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, SSD sees a -1.33% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +3.10% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.70%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
2024 Net Sales Growth: Full year 2024 net sales reached $2.23 billion, reflecting modest growth over 2023 levels despite challenging housing markets in the U.S. and Europe.
North American Net Sales Increase: North American net sales totaled $1.74 billion, up from $1.72 billion in 2023, driven by higher sales volumes and approximately $12 million from acquisitions.
Q4 Sales Increase: Consolidated net sales for Q4 2024 increased by 3.1% year over year to $517.4 million, with North America segment sales rising by 4.4% to $404.8 million.
Operating Income Improvement: Fourth quarter consolidated income from operations increased by 7.4% to $76.8 million, resulting in an operating income margin of 14.9%, up from 14.3% in the prior year.
Q4 Adjusted EBITDA Growth: Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2024 was $102 million, reflecting a 9.9% increase year over year, showcasing strong operational performance.
Negative
Gross Margin Decline: Consolidated gross margin declined to 46% from 47.1% in 2023, driven by higher input and labor costs, indicating a negative trend in profitability.
Operating Margin Decline: Operating margin decreased by approximately 220 basis points to 19.3% compared to the previous year, reflecting investments that did not yield expected market growth.
Decline in Adjusted EBITDA: Adjusted EBITDA totaled $520.1 million in 2024, a decline of 6.2% year over year, resulting in an adjusted EBITDA margin of 23.3%, highlighting reduced operational efficiency.
European Sales Decline: Net sales in Europe decreased by 1.5% to $108.1 million, primarily due to lower sales volumes, indicating challenges in the European market.
European Operational Decline: Income from operations in Europe plummeted 75.2% to $800,000 due to lower gross profit, underscoring significant operational difficulties in that segment.
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