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KinderCare Learning Companies Inc (KLC)
NYSE:KLC
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Nov 19, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q3)Consensus EPS Forecast
―Last Year’s EPS
0.05Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 7 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 13, 2025
|% Change Since: -25.11%
|Next Earnings Date:Nov 19, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
KinderCare's earnings call highlighted solid revenue and profit growth, successful expansion and partnerships, and operational efficiency. However, challenges with enrollment delays and same-center revenue growth were noted. The company remains confident in its long-term growth prospects and ability to manage expenses effectively.Company Guidance
During the first quarter earnings call, KinderCare's management provided guidance for 2025, highlighting a 2% increase in revenue, reaching $668 million, which was in line with their expectations. The company reported an adjusted EBITDA of $84 million, marking a 12% year-over-year increase, and a net income of $21 million. Management reaffirmed their 2025 guidance ranges, projecting revenue between $2.75 billion and $2.85 billion, adjusted EBITDA between $310 million and $325 million, and adjusted EPS between $0.75 and $0.85. Despite a 50-basis-point decline in same-center occupancy to 69.1%, KinderCare expects occupancy to remain relatively flat for the year, with long-term growth projections of 1% to 2% annually. The company also noted stable tuition growth, pricing discipline, and continued expansion, including 10 new early childhood education centers and 19 new Champion sites. The balance sheet remains strong with a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 2.6 times, and management emphasized their ability to leverage multiple operational levers to sustain profitability amidst macroeconomic volatility.Revenue and Profit Growth
KinderCare's first quarter revenue grew by 2% to $668 million, driven by stable tuition growth and an increased number of centers and sites. Adjusted EBITDA increased by 12% year-over-year to $84 million, highlighting strong profitability and operational leverage.
Expansion and Acquisitions
KinderCare added 10 centers, including an acquisition in Idaho, and expanded the Champions segment with 19 new sites. The company expects to continue growing its pipeline of new center openings and tuck-in acquisitions throughout the year.
B2B Growth and Partnerships
The B2B platform continues to grow with new partnerships, including Dollar General, LG Energy Solutions, and Hand and Stone Massage. Two new KinderCare For Employer centers opened in Q1, indicating strong demand for employer-based childcare solutions.
Operational Efficiency
General and administrative expenses were down as a percentage of revenue, demonstrating KinderCare's effective cost management and operational efficiency.
Awards and Recognition
KinderCare received Gallup's Exceptional Workplace Award for the ninth consecutive year, underscoring its strong workplace culture and employee engagement.
KLC Earnings History
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KLC Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 13, 2025 | $13.46 | $12.31 | -8.54% |
Mar 20, 2025 | $17.68 | $13.76 | -22.17% |
Nov 20, 2024 | $22.80 | $19.37 | -15.04% |
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FAQ
When does KinderCare Learning Companies Inc (KLC) report earnings?
KinderCare Learning Companies Inc (KLC) is schdueled to report earning on Nov 19, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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