The earnings call highlighted strong revenue and EPS growth, a record backlog, and successful strategic partnerships, indicating robust operational performance. However, the company faces challenges in the clinical market environment, significant trial cancellations, and delays in mega trials, which have impacted short-term guidance. Pricing pressures are also a concern across segments.
Company Guidance
During the IQVIA Q3 2024 earnings call, the company provided several key metrics and updates on their performance and guidance. Revenue for the quarter reached $3.896 billion, growing 4.3% on a reported basis and 4.2% at constant currency. Excluding COVID-related revenues, the company achieved a 6.5% growth, with organic growth just under 5%. The Technology & Analytics Solutions segment showed strong performance with an 8.6% increase in revenue. Meanwhile, R&D Solutions revenue grew by 1.9% reported and 2% at constant currency, excluding COVID-related work. The company's backlog hit a record $31.1 billion, representing an 8% year-over-year growth. Despite facing challenges such as a $350 million cancellation due to drug futility and delays in two mega trials, IQVIA remains optimistic about its future growth, expecting TAS to grow approximately 6% and R&D to grow around 5% for the full year. The company also reported a 14% increase in adjusted diluted EPS to $2.84. Looking ahead, the company plans to address logistical delays in trials and anticipates a strong demand environment into 2025.
Revenue Exceeds Expectations
IQVIA's revenue for Q3 2024 came in above the high end of the guidance range, representing about 6.5% growth excluding the impact of foreign exchange and COVID-related work.
Strong EPS Growth
Adjusted diluted EPS grew by 14% year-over-year.
Record Backlog
IQVIA's backlog reached a new record of $31.1 billion, representing an 8% year-over-year growth.
Successful Strategic Partnerships
IQVIA successfully renewed every large pharma strategic partnership and expanded scope in over half a dozen partnerships.
Strong Cash Flow
Free cash flow was $571 million, representing a 31% year-over-year increase and 109% cash conversion of adjusted net income.
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IQVIA Holdings (IQV) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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IQV Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Oct 31, 2024
$216.04
$205.82
-4.73%
Jul 22, 2024
$224.57
$245.23
+9.20%
May 02, 2024
$232.94
$222.14
-4.64%
Feb 14, 2024
$215.27
$243.47
+13.10%
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FAQ
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IQVIA Holdings Inc (IQV) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 12, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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