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Compass Group PLC (GB:CPG)
LSE:CPG
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 14, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
49.78Last Year’s EPS
46.62Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 9 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Nov 26, 2024
|% Change Since: 6.59%
|Next Earnings Date:May 14, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflects a strong financial and operational performance with significant growth in key metrics and strategic investments driving future opportunities. However, challenges such as rising interest expenses and uncertainty in volume growth temper the overall optimism.Company Guidance
During the 2024 full year results call, Compass Group provided detailed guidance for fiscal year 2025, highlighting expectations for high single-digit operating profit growth driven by organic growth above 7.5%. The company anticipates continued margin improvement and net new business growth within a 4% to 5% range, marking an acceleration in the second half of 2024 to 4.8%. The guidance reflects pricing trends aligned with inflation at 2% to 3% and a likely net positive volume growth, despite a moderation to around 2% in 2024. The company also plans to sustain high revenue and profit growth across all regions, with a forecasted group operating profit increase of 16% to $3 billion. Interest expenses are expected to rise to $300 million due to acquisition activities, while the effective tax rate is projected to remain at 25.5%. Capital expenditure is anticipated to be around 3.5% of revenue. Compass Group's ongoing investment in its portfolio, including recent acquisitions such as Dupont Restauration in France, aims to unlock further growth opportunities and drive the company's long-term compounding shareholder returns.Strong Financial Performance
Operating profit increased by 16% with organic revenue growth of 11% and EPS up by 15%.
Net New Business Growth
Net new business was 4.2% for the year, accelerating to 4.8% in the second half, providing good momentum into 2025.
Strategic Investments and M&A
Invested $2.6 billion in CapEx and M&A, including acquisitions in the UK, Germany, France, and Norway, enhancing growth opportunities.
High Retention Rates
Improved retention rates, with second half retention above 96% and strong new business wins in sectors like B&I.
Positive Market Dynamics
Favorable outsourcing trends and market opportunities, especially in North America and Europe, supporting sustained growth.
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GB:CPG 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
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GB:CPG Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 26, 2024 | 2621.28p | 2647.96p | +1.02% |
| May 15, 2024 | 2276.66p | 2208.98p | -2.97% |
| Nov 20, 2023 | 2025.73p | 1985.06p | -2.01% |
| May 10, 2023 | 1985.87p | 2010.87p | +1.26% |
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.
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FAQ
When does Compass Group PLC (GB:CPG) report earnings?
Compass Group PLC (GB:CPG) is schdueled to report earning on May 14, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Compass Group PLC (GB:CPG) earnings time?
Compass Group PLC (GB:CPG) earnings time is at May 14, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
Where can I see when companies are reporting earnings?
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What is the P/E ratio of Compass Group PLC stock?
The P/E ratio of Compass is N/A.
What is GB:CPG EPS forecast?
GB:CPG EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is 49.78.
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