The earnings call highlighted successful completion of Project Athens and strategic initiatives to grow social commerce, but was overshadowed by revenue declines and challenges in the Cornerstone business. The company is actively managing costs but faces headwinds from cord-cutting and a declining customer base.
Company Guidance
During the QVC Group 2024 Q4 earnings call, the company provided guidance and detailed metrics about their performance and future strategies. They reported a total revenue decline of 6% in Q4, with a 4% drop in QxH TV minutes viewed due to linear TV declines and reduced consumer spending. Despite these challenges, QVC International's adjusted OIBDA increased 12% year-over-year, with a 170 basis point margin expansion. The company achieved $500 million in run rate OIBDA improvement through Project Athens, surpassing their target of $300-$600 million. For 2024, they expanded OIBDA margins by 220 basis points and improved free cash flow by over $500 million compared to 2022. QVC also reduced operating expenses by 8% and SG&A costs by 9%. Looking forward, they aim for $1.5 billion in run rate revenue from social and streaming within three years while maintaining a stable double-digit adjusted OIBDA margin.
Completion of Project Athens
Successfully concluded Project Athens in 2024, generating more than $500 million of run-rate OIBDA improvement compared to the objective of $300 million to $600 million.
QVC International's Performance
QVC International was the best-performing business in Q4 with OIBDA increasing 12% year-on-year and adjusted OIBDA margin up 170 basis points.
Debt Reduction Achievements
Improved the balance sheet by reducing gross debt by $442 million and extending the maturity profile.
Social and Streaming Strategy
Introduced a new strategy to grow the social commerce segment to a $1.5 billion revenue run rate within 3 years.
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Qurate Retail Group (QRTEA) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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QRTEA Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Feb 27, 2025
$0.40
$0.33
-17.50%
Nov 07, 2024
$0.56
$0.48
-14.29%
Aug 08, 2024
$0.62
$0.65
+4.84%
May 08, 2024
$0.90
$0.91
+1.11%
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