The earnings call for WSP Global Inc. highlighted strong revenue growth and successful strategic achievements, particularly with the POWER Engineers acquisition. However, there were some challenges with margin pressure in Asia and market conditions in Australia and New Zealand. Overall, the positive highlights significantly outweigh the lowlights.
Company Guidance
During the call, WSP Global Inc. reported a robust financial performance for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2024, surpassing their revised financial outlook. Key metrics highlighted included a 23% increase in net revenues for Q4 and a 12% increase for the full year, with organic growth at 7.5%. The adjusted EBITDA margin improved by 40 basis points in Q4 and 120 basis points over the last three years. The company concluded 2024 with a strong cash position, more than doubling its free cash flow from the previous year to $885 million. WSP also highlighted its successful strategic cycle from 2022 to 2024, with net revenue, EBITDA, and net earnings per share growing by over 55%, 65%, and 60%, respectively, compared to 2021. The company's backlog reached a record $15.6 billion, representing 10.9 months of revenues. Looking forward, WSP reiterated its 2025 financial outlook, aiming to further increase net revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and net earnings per share by 40%, 50%, and 60%, respectively, as part of its new 2025-2027 Global Strategic Action Plan.
Record Revenue Growth
WSP Global Inc. achieved a 23% increase in net revenues for Q4 and a 12% increase for the full year compared to 2023, with a high level of organic growth at 7.5% for the year.
Successful Strategic Target Achievement
The company exceeded expectations with a 40 basis point increase in adjusted EBITDA margin for Q4, achieving a total increase of 120 basis points over the past three years.
Strong Cash Position
WSP ended the year with free cash flow more than doubling compared to the previous year, reaching $885 million.
Power Engineers Acquisition Success
The newly acquired POWER Engineers posted 16% organic growth in net revenue for Q4, indicating successful integration and synergy potential.
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WSP Global (TSE:WSP) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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TSE:WSP Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Feb 26, 2025
C$258.85
C$255.05
-1.47%
Nov 06, 2024
C$252.05
C$251.88
-0.07%
Jul 30, 2024
C$225.82
C$228.64
+1.25%
May 08, 2024
C$217.67
C$214.59
-1.41%
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FAQ
When does WSP Global (TSE:WSP) report earnings?
WSP Global (TSE:WSP) is schdueled to report earning on May 07, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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