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Liberty Global plc - Class A (LBTYA)
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Feb 18, 2025After Close Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2024 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
-$0.58Last Year’s EPS
-$4.42Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 7 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Oct 29, 2024
|% Change Since: 17.36%
|Next Earnings Date:Feb 18, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call highlights several strategic achievements such as the successful spinoff of Sunrise and effective asset sales, which are poised to generate significant shareholder value. However, challenges remain, especially in the competitive U.K. market and with Virgin Media O2's declining revenues. Overall, the sentiment is cautiously optimistic with a strong focus on strategic initiatives and shareholder returns.Company Guidance
During Liberty Global's Third Quarter 2024 earnings call, guidance focused heavily on strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing shareholder value. Key metrics included the pending spinoff of their Swiss subsidiary, Sunrise, which has been valued by analysts at CHF 8.2 billion in enterprise value and is scheduled to occur on November 12 after receiving 99% approval at the EGM. This spinoff is expected to result in a CHF 3.6 billion equity valuation, translating to approximately $12 per Liberty share. Additionally, Liberty Global is committed to a $240 million tax-advantaged dividend for mid-2025 and a progressive dividend policy thereafter. The company highlighted its plans to create the U.K.'s second-largest fixed network company with an existing footprint of 17.8 million homes, and it has executed $900 million in asset sales over the last 12 months, demonstrating its ability to generate and capture value. Liberty Global also reinforced its commitment to buying back 10% of its shares this year, with 8% acquired year-to-date, marking a record year for shareholder remuneration.Significant Progress on Strategic Initiatives
Notable progress on strategic initiatives, including the spinoff of the Swiss subsidiary Sunrise, scheduled for November 12, with 99% approval at the EGM. The spinoff is expected to result in significant shareholder value, with a projected CHF 3.6 billion equity value.
Asset Sales and Capital Generation
Liberty Global has realized $900 million in asset sales over the past 12 months, including the sale of All3Media and portions of the VMO2 tower portfolio, demonstrating effective capital generation.
Share Buyback and Shareholder Remuneration
The company has repurchased 8% of shares year-to-date, aiming for a 10% buyback for the year. This will result in a record year for shareholder remuneration, totaling nearly $5 billion.
Stable Performance in Key Markets
Broadly stable revenue and EBITDA across most operating companies, with Sunrise and VodafoneZiggo showing stable adjusted EBITDA growth.
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LBTYA 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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LBTYA Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Oct 29, 2024 | $10.62 | $10.31 | -2.92% |
| Jul 25, 2024 | $9.68 | $9.99 | +3.20% |
| May 01, 2024 | $8.38 | $8.57 | +2.27% |
| Feb 15, 2024 | $9.93 | $9.32 | -6.14% |
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 Liberty Global plc - Class A (LBTYA) report earnings?
Liberty Global plc - Class A (LBTYA) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 18, 2025, After Close Not Confirmed.
What is Liberty Global plc - Class A (LBTYA) earnings time?
Liberty Global plc - Class A (LBTYA) earnings time is at Feb 18, 2025, After Close Not Confirmed.
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What is LBTYA EPS forecast?
LBTYA EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2024 (Q4) is -$0.58.
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