The earnings call highlighted strong performance and growth in North America and Asia Pacific as well as recognition for innovation in Australia. However, significant revenue declines in South America and EMEA coupled with overall revenue drop and geopolitical challenges present substantial issues. The sentiment is balanced with positive strategies and achievements but overshadowed by notable setbacks.
Company Guidance
During the Foraco International SA Q3 2024 earnings call, the company reported a decrease in revenue to $78 million, down from $95 million in Q3 2023, representing an 18% decline. EBITDA also fell to $16.1 million, or 21% of revenue, compared to $25 million, or 26% of revenue, in the previous year. Despite the overall downturn, North America and Australia achieved significant revenue growth, with increases of 11% and 27%, respectively. The Water business remained stable, contributing 14% of total revenue, aided by the deployment of the NGBF rotary drill in Western Australia, which recently won an industry innovation award. The company highlighted a strategic focus on long-term contracts with Tier 1 customers, which now account for 91% of their business. Although geopolitical tensions are affecting the exploration sector, especially for junior miners, Foraco remains optimistic about future opportunities, particularly in critical metals and water services, with plans to expand their innovative rotary rig deployments.
Record Performance in Key Regions
North America and Asia Pacific recorded their second consecutive record performances, with North America achieving an 11% revenue increase to $35.8 million and Asia Pacific seeing a 27% increase to $25 million.
Innovation Award for NGBF Rotary Drill
Foraco won the Australian Drilling Industry Association Innovation of the Year Award for the NGBF rotary drill, highlighting its compact design, reliability, and remote-controlled capabilities.
Strategy on Long-term Contracts
The strategy of focusing on long-term contracts for Tier 1 customers resulted in this segment growing by 2% compared to Q3 last year, now representing 91% of the business.
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Foraco International (TSE:FAR) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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TSE:FAR Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Oct 30, 2024
C$2.30
C$2.29
-0.43%
Aug 02, 2024
C$2.74
C$2.52
-8.03%
Apr 30, 2024
C$3.14
C$2.94
-6.37%
Feb 16, 2024
C$2.63
C$2.63
0.00%
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FAQ
When does Foraco Int'l SA (TSE:FAR) report earnings?
Foraco Int'l SA (TSE:FAR) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 27, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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