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Alcon (DE:2U3)
:2U3
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 14, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.73Last Year’s EPS
0.75Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 15 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 26, 2025
|% Change Since: 0.00%
|Next Earnings Date:May 14, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
Alcon demonstrated strong financial performance with record sales and free cash flow, driven by innovations and expansion in international markets. However, the company faced significant challenges in the US market due to competitive pressures and foreign exchange impacts. Despite these challenges, Alcon's product pipeline and strategic investments position it well for future growth.Company Guidance
In the Alcon Fourth Quarter and 2024 Earnings Call, the company reported sales of $9.8 billion for 2024, reflecting a 6% growth rate. Their core diluted EPS saw a significant increase of 16% to $3.05, and they generated a record $1.6 billion in free cash flow. Looking ahead to 2025, Alcon provided a revenue guidance range of $10.2 billion to $10.4 billion, implying a 6% to 8% growth rate in constant currency, and they expect core diluted earnings per share to be between $3.15 and $3.25, representing an 8% to 11% growth. The company anticipates a full-year core operating margin between 21% and 22%, with a core tax rate projected at approximately 20%. Furthermore, Alcon announced a proposed dividend increase to CHF0.28 per share and a share repurchase program of up to $750 million to offset future dilution. The company highlighted their commitment to innovation with upcoming product launches, including UNITY VCS, a phaco and vit device, and PanOptix Pro, a PCIOL innovation.Strong Financial Performance in 2024
Alcon reported sales of $9.8 billion with above-market sales growth of 6%. Core diluted EPS grew by 16% to $3.05, and the company generated a record $1.6 billion of free cash flow.
Significant Product Pipeline and Innovations
Alcon laid the groundwork for launching one of the richest product pipelines in its history, including UNITY VCS, PanOptix Pro, and Voyager Direct Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty device.
Growth in Vision Care and Contact Lenses
Vision Care sales increased by 7% in the fourth quarter, driven by an 11% growth in contact lens sales, particularly in innovative lenses like toric and multifocal modalities.
Successful Expansion in China
Alcon experienced significant share growth in China, particularly in the ATIOL segment, contributing to stable global share despite competitive pressures in the US.
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DE:2U3 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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DE:2U3 Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Feb 26, 2025 | €54.33 | €54.33 | 0.00% |
| Nov 12, 2024 | €54.33 | €54.33 | 0.00% |
| Aug 20, 2024 | €54.33 | €54.33 | 0.00% |
| May 13, 2024 | €54.33 | €54.33 | 0.00% |
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 Alcon (DE:2U3) report earnings?
Alcon (DE:2U3) is schdueled to report earning on May 14, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Alcon (DE:2U3) earnings time?
Alcon (DE:2U3) earnings time is at May 14, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is the P/E ratio of Alcon stock?
The P/E ratio of Alcon is N/A.
What is DE:2U3 EPS forecast?
DE:2U3 EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q1) is 0.73.
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