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Huron Consulting (HURN)
NASDAQ:HURN
Earnings Data
Report Date
Feb 25, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2024 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
1.52Last Year’s EPS
1.29Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 5 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 25, 2025
|% Change Since: 18.23%
|Next Earnings Date:May 06, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call highlighted strong financial performance with record revenues and growth in key segments like Healthcare and Education. However, challenges such as commercial segment declines, regulatory pressures in education, and healthcare margin issues suggest a balanced sentiment.Company Guidance
In the call discussing Huron Consulting Group's financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2024, the company provided guidance for 2025, expecting revenues before reimbursable expenses (RBR) to range from $1.58 billion to $1.66 billion, indicating a 9% growth at the midpoint. The adjusted EBITDA margin is projected to be between 14% and 14.5%, a 75 basis point improvement over 2024. Adjusted diluted earnings per share (EPS) are anticipated to be between $6.80 and $7.60, reflecting an 11.3% increase compared to 2024. Huron expects to achieve mid-single-digit revenue growth in the Healthcare segment, mid to upper-single-digit growth in the Education segment, and low 20% growth in the Commercial segment. The company also anticipates operating cash flows between $195 million to $235 million, with capital expenditures around $35 million to $45 million. This guidance reflects Huron's strategic focus on leveraging market positions in healthcare and education, expanding in commercial industries, and enhancing digital capabilities amidst a dynamic regulatory environment.Record Revenue and Growth
The fourth quarter of 2024 produced record revenues before reimbursable expenses (RBR) with a 14.5% increase, and the full year RBR grew by 9.1% over 2023. The company achieved high single-digit or better RBR growth for the fourth consecutive year.
Strong Performance in Healthcare Segment
The Healthcare segment achieved record RBR of $756 million, growing 12% over 2023. The segment posted an 18% growth in the fourth quarter, driven by strong demand across various offerings.
Education Segment Growth
Education segment RBR increased 10.4% year-over-year to a record $474.2 million, with strong demand for digital, strategy, and operations offerings.
Successful Capital Return
Huron returned over $122 million of capital to shareholders via share repurchases, and the stock price increased by 21% in 2024.
Improved Adjusted EBITDA Margins
Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of RBR increased by 120 basis points to 13.5% in 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year of expanded margins.
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HURN Earnings History
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Beat
Missed
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HURN Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Feb 25, 2025 | $125.33 | $148.18 | +18.23% |
| Oct 29, 2024 | $104.99 | $116.15 | +10.63% |
| Jul 30, 2024 | $112.93 | $110.01 | -2.59% |
| Apr 30, 2024 | $93.24 | $87.07 | -6.62% |
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FAQ
When does Huron Consulting (HURN) report earnings?
Huron Consulting (HURN) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 25, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Huron Consulting (HURN) earnings time?
Huron Consulting (HURN) earnings time is at Feb 25, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is HURN EPS forecast?
HURN EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2024 (Q4) is 1.52.
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