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DallasNews (DALN)
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Mar 10, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2024 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
―Last Year’s EPS
-$0.41Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 0 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Nov 12, 2024
|% Change Since: 23.88%
|Next Earnings Date:Mar 10, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a mixed picture with improvements in non-GAAP operating loss, digital subscription growth, and a strong balance sheet. However, these positives were overshadowed by significant challenges including increased net loss, revenue decline, and issues in digital advertising. The call reflects a company in transition, focusing on cost savings and strategic shifts to address revenue challenges.Company Guidance
During the DallasNews Corporation Q3 2024 earnings call, the company provided guidance on several key metrics. On a GAAP basis, DallasNews reported a net loss of $3.9 million or $0.73 per share, with an operating loss of $4.1 million, compared to a net loss of $1.4 million and an operating loss of $1.6 million in Q3 2023. The non-GAAP adjusted operating loss improved by $200,000 to $700,000 due to expense savings of $1.9 million in distribution, $1.2 million in employee benefits, and $1.1 million in newsprint, despite a revenue decline of $3.4 million. Digital advertising revenue saw a modest increase of $48,000, while marketing and media services revenue rose by $900,000. Digital-only subscription rates grew 13.5%, offsetting an 8% decline in digital subscribers, bringing total subscribers to 124,886 as of September 30, 2024. The company also highlighted a strong balance sheet with no debt and $14 million in cash as of September 30, 2024. The transition to a new printing facility, expected to be completed in Q1 2025, aims to achieve annual expense savings, contributing to the company's return-to-growth strategy.Non-GAAP Operating Loss Improvement
The company reported an adjusted operating loss of $700,000, an improvement of $200,000 from the previous year's adjusted operating loss of $900,000.
Expense Savings Achieved
The company achieved expense savings of $1.9 million in distribution, $1.2 million in employee benefits and compensation, and $1.1 million in newsprint.
Digital Subscription Growth
Digital-only subscription rates increased by approximately 13.5%, and the company gained over 3,100 digital subscribers since a strategy change in early September.
Pension Plan Funding Status
The company's pension plan is over 90% funded, with no mandatory contributions required in the near term.
Strong Balance Sheet
The company reported having no debt and cash and cash equivalents of $11.6 million as of November 8.
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DALN Earnings History
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DALN Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Nov 12, 2024 | $5.36 | $5.57 | +3.92% |
| Jul 30, 2024 | $3.26 | $4.55 | +39.57% |
| May 15, 2024 | $3.49 | $3.68 | +5.44% |
| Mar 06, 2024 | $4.02 | $4.02 | 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 DallasNews (DALN) report earnings?
DallasNews (DALN) is schdueled to report earning on Mar 10, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is DallasNews (DALN) earnings time?
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