The chart below shows how TDC performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, TDC sees a -1.17% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -8.37% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +1.44%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Cloud ARR Growth: Cloud ARR grew 26% year-over-year, with a solid cloud net expansion rate of 120%.
Cloud Revenue Growth: Total recurring revenue was driven by strong growth in cloud revenue, contributing to 85% of total revenue, up from 82% in the prior year.
Free Cash Flow Surge: Free cash flow nearly doubled year-over-year, reaching $69 million compared to $36 million in Q3 of 2023.
Earnings Per Share Increase: Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share increased to $0.69, exceeding the top end of guidance range.
Operating Margin Improvement: Operating margin improved over 800 basis points year-over-year, reaching 22.5%.
Negative
Revenue Stagnation Analysis: Despite a 3% year-over-year increase in recurring revenue to $372 million, total revenue remained flat year-over-year at $440 million, indicating stagnation in overall growth.
Cloud ARR Growth Projection: The company anticipates a deceleration in cloud ARR growth, projecting a range of 18% to 22% for the full year 2024, down from previous expectations.
Cloud ARR Decline: The ongoing migration of customers to the cloud is expected to impact total ARR negatively, as evidenced by a $50 million reduction in cloud ARR for 2024.
Customer Spending Shift: The company has seen a shift in customer spending patterns, with a noted decrease in large transformational deals, which could hinder future revenue growth.
Earnings Per Share Decline: There is a projected decline in non-GAAP diluted earnings per share, expected to be in the range of $0.40 to $0.44, reflecting potential challenges in profitability.
Teradata Corporation (TDC) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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