WD-40 exceeded sales and profit expectations in Q4, stock price rose 5%

From Stock Story: 2025-01-10 16:10:32

WD-40 (NASDAQ:WDFC) reported Q4 CY2024 revenue of $153.5 million, up 9.3% YoY, beating analyst estimates by 4.1%. GAAP profit of $1.39 per share exceeded expectations by 10.3%. Full-year revenue guidance of $615 million was slightly below estimates. The company’s operating margin was 16.4%, and free cash flow margin was 9.3%. WD-40’s stock price rose 5% to $253 post-earnings. Analysts project 3.6% revenue growth over the next 12 months, indicating potential demand challenges. Cash flow margin dropped by 7.1% in the last year, raising concerns about future capital intensity.

WD-40 exceeded revenue and EPS expectations in Q4 CY2024, with a 9.3% YoY sales increase to $153.5 million. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $615 million fell slightly short of analyst estimates. Operating margin remained consistent at 16.4%, while free cash flow margin decreased to 9.3%. Despite strong Q4 results, WD-40 faces potential demand headwinds, with analysts forecasting 3.6% revenue growth over the next 12 months. Cash flow margin dropped by 7.1% in the last year, indicating possible future capital intensity challenges.



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