The earnings call presented a generally positive outlook with strong cash generation and shareholder returns. However, challenges such as bank M&A impacts and macroeconomic conditions in the Nordics present some concerns.
Company Guidance
In the call, Nexi provided guidance for 2025, anticipating a low to mid-single-digit revenue growth, despite expecting a softer-than-expected macroeconomic environment. They aim to expand their EBITDA margin by at least 50 basis points, supported by strong cost controls. In 2024, Nexi achieved a 5.1% revenue growth, with Merchant Solutions increasing by 6.3% and EBITDA growing by 7.1%, resulting in a 101 basis points EBITDA margin expansion due to effective cost management. The company generated €717 million in excess cash, marking a 19% growth compared to the previous year, and achieved a normalized EPS of €0.59, representing an 11% growth. For 2025, Nexi plans to distribute €600 million to shareholders, a 20% increase from the previous year, comprising €300 million in dividends and an additional €300 million share buyback program. They aim to maintain an investment-grade status while focusing on future profitable growth through integrated payment strategies and efficiency plans.
Strong Cash Generation
Excess cash closed the year at EUR 717 million, representing a 19% growth versus the previous year. The company expects this to grow to more than EUR 800 million in 2025.
Investment Grade Rating Achievement
Nexi was upgraded to investment grade by Fitch Ratings in December 2024, a significant milestone for the company.
Revenue and EBITDA Growth
Revenue grew by 5.1% with Merchant Solutions up 6.3%. EBITDA grew by 7.1% with 101 basis points EBITDA margin expansion.
Shareholder Returns
The company completed a EUR 500 million share buyback in 2024 and plans to return EUR 600 million to shareholders in 2025 through dividends and additional share buybacks.
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Nexi S.p.A. (IT:NEXI) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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IT:NEXI Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Feb 28, 2025
€4.64
€5.06
+9.05%
Nov 08, 2024
€5.76
€5.73
-0.52%
Jul 31, 2024
€5.69
€5.68
-0.18%
May 09, 2024
€5.70
€6.07
+6.49%
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FAQ
When does Nexi S.p.A. (IT:NEXI) report earnings?
Nexi S.p.A. (IT:NEXI) is schdueled to report earning on May 07, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Nexi S.p.A. (IT:NEXI) earnings time?
Nexi S.p.A. (IT:NEXI) earnings time is at May 07, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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