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Bright Horizons (BFAM)
NYSE:BFAM
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 06, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.65Last Year’s EPS
0.51Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 9 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 13, 2025
|% Change Since: 8.10%
|Next Earnings Date:May 06, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call presented a strong overall performance with record-breaking revenue and earnings growth driven by the Backup Care segment. However, challenges remain in improving occupancy rates and performance in certain underperforming centers. The 2025 outlook is positive, with expected revenue and EPS growth, but some headwinds from net center closures and enrollment issues persist.Company Guidance
During Bright Horizons Family Solutions' fourth-quarter 2024 earnings call, the company provided guidance for 2025, anticipating total revenue between $2.85 billion and $2.9 billion, which reflects a growth rate of 6% to 8%. They expect adjusted EPS to range from $3.95 to $4.15 per share, representing a 15% to 20% increase. The Full Service Child Care segment is projected to see revenue growth of 4.5% to 6.5%, while the Backup Care segment is forecasted to grow 11% to 13%, driven by increased adoption among eligible employees. Additionally, the company expects mid-single-digit growth in the Education Advisory segment. They plan to continue efforts to improve enrollment rates, particularly in underperforming centers, and foresee the UK operations reaching breakeven status by the end of 2025.Record Revenue and Earnings Growth
Total revenue increased by 11% for the year, with adjusted EPS growing by 22%, significantly surpassing initial projections.
Backup Care Segment Performance
The Backup Care segment generated $170 million of EBIT, with revenue growth of 15% in Q4 to $157 million, and annual revenue topping $600 million.
Full Service Child Care Expansion
Seven centers were added in Q4, including client centers for Ragon Institute and St. Jude's Hospital. For the full year, 26 centers were opened.
Strong UK Market Improvement
The UK operations showed improved financial performance, narrowing losses compared to the previous year, and is on track to reach earnings breakeven in 2025.
Cash Flow and Share Repurchase
Cash from operations increased to $337 million in 2024, with $85 million of stock repurchased in Q4.
Positive 2025 Outlook
2025 revenue is projected to be $2.85 billion to $2.9 billion, with adjusted EPS expected to grow by 15% to 20%.
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BFAM 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.
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BFAM Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Feb 13, 2025 | $118.99 | $128.93 | +8.35% |
| Nov 04, 2024 | $132.83 | $115.88 | -12.76% |
| Aug 01, 2024 | $118.43 | $135.15 | +14.12% |
| May 02, 2024 | $104.27 | $111.23 | +6.67% |
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 Bright Horizons (BFAM) report earnings?
Bright Horizons (BFAM) is schdueled to report earning on May 06, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Bright Horizons (BFAM) earnings time?
Bright Horizons (BFAM) earnings time is at May 06, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is BFAM EPS forecast?
BFAM EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q1) is 0.65.
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