The earnings call reflected a mixed performance with significant growth in ETFs and an improved operating margin. However, these were offset by substantial net outflows and a decline in total assets under management. Continued positive momentum in ETFs and dividend increases suggest strategic growth, but challenges remain with institutional redemptions impacting overall results.
Company Guidance
In the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, Virtus Investment Partners demonstrated strong financial performance despite experiencing net outflows, primarily due to a partial institutional redemption. Key metrics included an operating margin of 35.1%, the highest in two and a half years, and adjusted earnings per share of $7.50, marking an 8% increase from the prior quarter. Total assets under management (AUM) were reported at $175 billion as of December 31, 2024, down from $183.7 billion in the previous quarter, with total sales reaching $6.4 billion. The company introduced new products, notably in ETFs, which saw significant growth, doubling in size over the year to $3.1 billion and generating $0.5 billion in sales in Q4 alone. Additionally, Virtus continued capital returns through share repurchases, settling over 250,000 shares valued at $57 million, and raised the quarterly dividend by 18%.
Operating Margin Improvement
Operating margin reached 35.1%, the highest level since Q2 2022, up from 34.4% in the previous quarter.
Earnings Per Share Growth
Adjusted earnings per share increased by 8% from the previous quarter and grew 20% for the full year.
ETF Segment Growth
ETFs doubled in size over the past year to $3.1 billion, generating $0.5 billion in sales in Q4 alone.
Dividend Increase
Quarterly dividend raised by 18%, marking the seventh consecutive annual increase.
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Virtus Investment Partners (VRTS) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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VRTS Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Jan 31, 2025
$208.96
$199.50
-4.53%
Oct 25, 2024
$208.58
$209.35
+0.37%
Jul 26, 2024
$238.75
$227.76
-4.60%
Apr 26, 2024
$222.27
$219.22
-1.37%
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FAQ
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Virtus Investment Partners (VRTS) is schdueled to report earning on Jan 31, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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