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Blue Bird Corp (BLBD)
NASDAQ:BLBD
Earnings Data
Report Date
Dec 10, 2025After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2025 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
1.05Last Year’s EPS
0.77Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 7 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
Blue Bird's earnings call reflected strong financial performance, record sales, and strategic initiatives in manufacturing and product development, counterbalanced by challenges related to tariff uncertainties and operational cost pressures.Company Guidance
Record Sales and Adjusted EBITDA
Blue Bird reported record sales of $398 million and an adjusted EBITDA of $58 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2025, exceeding guidance and increasing full-year projections.
Strong Performance in EV Segment
The company sold 271 electric vehicles in Q3, representing 11% of total volume, with a strong outlook for future EV sales.
Profitability and Cash Flow
Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 14.7%, and free cash flow was strong at $52 million, $56 million higher than the previous year.
Increased Full-Year Guidance
The company raised its full-year guidance, projecting adjusted EBITDA to reach $210 million or 14.5%.
New Manufacturing and Product Initiatives
Blue Bird is investing in manufacturing automation and product development, with a new plant in Plattsburg, New York, and a focus on long-term competitive strategies.
Strong Liquidity and Share Repurchase Program
The company reported record liquidity of $315 million and announced a new $100 million share repurchase program.
Expansion into New Markets
The company is expanding its product line with a new commercial chassis and increasing small bus capacity through the Micro Bird joint venture.
BLBD Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
BLBD Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Aug 06, 2025 | $44.14 | $52.31 | +18.51% |
May 07, 2025 | $37.74 | $37.22 | -1.38% |
Feb 05, 2025 | $35.73 | $37.23 | +4.20% |
Nov 25, 2024 | $42.83 | $40.69 | -5.00% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
FAQ
When does Blue Bird Corp (BLBD) report earnings?
Blue Bird Corp (BLBD) is schdueled to report earning on Dec 10, 2025, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Blue Bird Corp (BLBD) earnings time?
Blue Bird Corp (BLBD) earnings time is at Dec 10, 2025, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is BLBD EPS forecast?
BLBD EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q4) is 1.05.
