The chart below shows how WHD performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, WHD sees a +2.13% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +0.81% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.07%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Spoolable Technology Revenue Surge: 1. Record Revenue in Spoolable Technology Segment: The spoolable Technology segment achieved record quarterly revenue, contributing to total company revenue of $293 million, which was up 1% sequentially.
Adjusted EBITDA Performance: 2. Strong Adjusted EBITDA Margin: The company reported an adjusted EBITDA of $100 million with a margin of 34.2%, demonstrating strong operational efficiency despite market challenges.
Cash Balance Improvement: 3. Increased Cash Position: Cactus Inc. increased its cash balance to $303 million, reflecting disciplined working capital management and strong operating earnings.
International Revenue Surge: 4. International Revenue Growth: International revenue in spoolable Technologies for 2024 has already doubled compared to the full year performance of 2023, indicating strong growth potential in this segment.
Dividend Commitment to Shareholders: 5. Consistent Dividend Payments: The company paid a quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share, resulting in a cash outflow of approximately $11 million, showcasing a commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Negative
Adjusted EBITDA Decline: 1. Decline in Adjusted EBITDA: Total adjusted EBITDA for Q3 2024 was $100 million, down 3% sequentially from the previous quarter.
Pressure Control Revenue Decline: 2. Pressure Control Revenue Decrease: Revenue for the Pressure Control segment was $185 million, reflecting a 1.1% sequential decline due to unforecasted shipments not repeating from the prior quarter.
Operating Income Decrease: 3. Operating Income Decline: Operating income decreased by $3.1 million or 5.6% sequentially, with operating margins dropping by 130 basis points due to miscellaneous charges, including customer bankruptcies.
Rising Corporate Expenses: 4. Increased Corporate Expenses: Corporate and other expenses rose to $8.7 million in Q3, up $2.8 million sequentially, primarily due to professional fees related to a now-abandoned inorganic growth opportunity.
Q4 Revenue Decline Forecast: 5. Expected Revenue Decline in Q4: Preliminary expectations indicate a mid-single digit dip in Pressure Control revenue for Q4, attributed to lower U.S. land drilling activity and seasonal factors.
Cactus Inc. (WHD) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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