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Warner Bros (WBD)
NASDAQ:WBD
Earnings Data
Report Date
Feb 27, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2024 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
-0.02Last Year’s EPS
-0.16Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 17 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 27, 2025
|% Change Since: 9.14%
|Next Earnings Date:Apr 29, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call reflects a positive trajectory for Warner Bros. Discovery with strong growth in direct-to-consumer subscriptions and successful affiliate agreements. However, challenges remain in the linear television segment and ad sales, balancing the overall sentiment.Company Guidance
During the Warner Bros. Discovery fourth quarter 2024 earnings call, the company provided a range of metrics and forward-looking guidance. The direct-to-consumer (DTC) business ended 2024 with approximately 117 million subscribers across over 70 countries, adding 6.5 million in the fourth quarter and nearly 20 million in less than a year. The company aims to reach at least 150 million subscribers by the end of 2026, anticipating further revenue and EBITDA growth. The direct-to-consumer sector contributed about $700 million in EBITDA, marking a $3 billion improvement over two years, with expectations to nearly double EBITDA in 2025. Warner Bros. Discovery's studio business is targeting $3 billion or more in EBITDA, driven by growth and strength in its television and film sectors, with a strong creative and financial outlook for 2025. Despite challenges in linear television, the company secured multi-year renewal agreements with five of the six largest pay TV providers in America, ensuring stability in its linear business. Overall, Warner Bros. Discovery is focused on enhancing shareholder value and expects significant progress in transforming its business model and financial outcomes.Strong Growth in Direct-to-Consumer Business
Warner Bros. Discovery's direct-to-consumer business ended 2024 with about 117 million subscribers, adding 6.5 million subscribers in Q4 and nearly 20 million in less than a year. The segment contributed almost $700 million in EBITDA, a $3 billion improvement in two years.
Successful Affiliate Agreements
The company struck multi-year renewal agreements with five of the six largest pay TV providers in America, securing rate increases and providing stability to the linear business.
International Expansion Plans
Warner Bros. Discovery plans to launch in key markets like the U.K., Italy, Germany, and Australia, aiming for at least 150 million subscribers by the end of 2026.
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WBD 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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WBD Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Feb 27, 2025 | $10.50 | $11.00 | +4.76% |
| Nov 07, 2024 | $8.38 | $9.37 | +11.81% |
| Aug 07, 2024 | $7.71 | $7.02 | -8.95% |
| May 09, 2024 | $7.80 | $8.04 | +3.08% |
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 Warner Bros (WBD) report earnings?
Warner Bros (WBD) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 27, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Warner Bros (WBD) earnings time?
Warner Bros (WBD) earnings time is at Feb 27, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is WBD EPS forecast?
WBD EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2024 (Q4) is -0.02.
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