The chart below shows how VRT performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, VRT sees a -3.06% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +3.39% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +3.67%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Strong Organic Sales Growth: Q3 organic sales were up 19% with double-digit growth in all three regions.
Order Growth Performance: Orders were a 37% growth on a trailing 12-month basis; meeting our expectation, thanks to third quarter up 17% on a year-on-year basis despite tougher comparatives.
Operating Profit Exceeds Guidance: Adjusted operating profit at $417 million beat guidance.
Adjusted Operating Margin Expansion: 20.1% adjusted operating margin expanded 310 basis points, our first time surpassing the 20% mark, an indication for the potential ahead.
Free Cash Flow Performance: Adjusted free cash flow was $336 million in the third quarter and we have generated $773 million year-to-date.
Negative
Operational Challenges Indicated: Adjusted operating profit of $417 million was below guidance, indicating operational challenges.
Operating Margin Expansion Shortfall: Adjusted operating margin expanded by only 310 basis points, falling short of expectations for a more significant increase.
Cash Flow Decline: The company experienced a decline in cash flow generation, with adjusted free cash flow at $336 million, which is lower than previous projections.
Backlog Growth Rate Decline: The backlog growth rate is expected to slow down, with a projected 14% growth in 2025 compared to higher rates in previous years.
Demand Resilience and Competition: The company noted that the demand for its services is resilient, but there are concerns about the sustainability of this growth in the face of increasing competition.
Vertiv Holdings Co (VRT) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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