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Lamar Advertising Company (LAMR)
NASDAQ:LAMR
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 01, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
1.36Last Year’s EPS
0.76Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 5 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 20, 2025
|% Change Since: -13.17%
|Next Earnings Date:May 01, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call reflected a generally positive financial performance for 2024, with notable achievements in revenue growth and digital expansion. However, challenges such as increased non-cash expenses, sector-specific revenue declines, and conservative 2025 guidance tempered the overall outlook.Company Guidance
In the Q4 2024 earnings call, Lamar reported a strong finish to the year with revenue growth of 4.1% on an acquisition-adjusted basis, aided by political and programmatic advertising. The company achieved full-year AFFO of $7.99 per share, surpassing the revised guidance by $0.04 and the original guidance by $0.17, representing a 7% increase. EBITDA grew 4.5% for the year with a margin improvement to 46.8%, allowing a 13% increase in the distribution to shareholders. For 2025, Lamar guides AFFO per share between $8.13 and $8.28, anticipating 3% acquisition-adjusted revenue growth and a similar rise in operating expenses. The company plans to deploy at least 350 new digital displays organically, with a more active year expected in M&A, potentially spending around $150 million. The call highlighted a solid balance sheet with total leverage of 2.83x net debt to EBITDA and liquidity of over $500 million. Lamar also discussed a successful divestment of its 20% stake in Vistar Media, resulting in a significant gain.Revenue Growth and AFFO Increase
Revenue was up 4.1% on an acquisition-adjusted basis compared to Q4 2023, with full-year AFFO per share increasing by 7%.
Digital Billboard Expansion
Digital billboard revenue increased nearly 8% year-over-year, with same-store growth of 3.7%. The company plans to deploy at least 350 new digital displays in 2025.
Successful Divestment of Vistar Media Stake
Lamar sold its 20% stake in Vistar Media to T-Mobile for $115 million, with an additional $15 million due, resulting in a return of over 4x the initial investment.
Solid Financial Performance
Adjusted EBITDA grew 3.9% year-over-year in Q4, with free cash flow improving by 8.5%.
Strong Balance Sheet
Lamar reduced overall debt by $136 million in 2024, with a total leverage ratio of 2.83x net debt to EBITDA.
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LAMR 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
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LAMR Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Feb 20, 2025 | $130.15 | $120.60 | -7.34% |
| Nov 08, 2024 | $131.39 | $125.15 | -4.75% |
| Aug 08, 2024 | $109.82 | $112.29 | +2.25% |
| May 02, 2024 | $111.85 | $112.97 | +1.00% |
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FAQ
When does Lamar Advertising Company (LAMR) report earnings?
Lamar Advertising Company (LAMR) is schdueled to report earning on May 01, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Lamar Advertising Company (LAMR) earnings time?
Lamar Advertising Company (LAMR) earnings time is at May 01, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is LAMR EPS forecast?
LAMR EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q1) is 1.36.
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