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John Wiley Sons Cl A (WLY)
NYSE:WLY
Earnings Data
Report Date
Jun 12, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
1.27Last Year’s EPS
1.21Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 0 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Mar 06, 2025
|% Change Since: 17.54%
|Next Earnings Date:Jun 12, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflects a generally positive outlook with significant growth in research and AI licensing, along with strategic expansions in emerging markets. However, there are challenges in the learning segment, potential impacts from US research funding cuts, and upcoming restructuring costs.Company Guidance
During the Wallace Q3 Fiscal 2025 earnings call, the company provided several key metrics and guidance for future performance. Revenue growth for Q3 was driven by a 5% increase in the research segment, although the learning segment saw a 6% decline due to challenging comparisons with the previous year. The company reported a 280 basis point improvement in operating margin, reaching 14.2%, and a 39% increase in adjusted EPS. Additionally, adjusted EBITDA grew by 4%, leading to a margin of 23.2%. The company remains optimistic about achieving its fiscal 2025 outlook, anticipating revenue growth in the range of $1.65 billion to $1.69 billion, with an adjusted EBITDA margin expected at the high end of 23% to 24%. For fiscal 2026, Wallace has raised its margin target above 25% and reaffirmed its free cash flow target of $200 million. The call also highlighted strong performance in AI licensing, contributing $30 million in revenue year-to-date, and an expanded agreement with a technology customer. The company emphasized its robust balance sheet, consistent cash generation, and focus on cost structure optimization to drive further margin improvements.Record Operating Margin Improvement
The company reported a 280 basis point improvement in operating margin and a 50 basis point improvement in adjusted EBITDA margin over the prior year.
Research Growth and AI Licensing
Research revenue increased by 5% in the quarter, driven by core growth in research and AI licensing.
Strategic AI Licensing Agreements
Year-to-date, the company has generated $30 million in AI licensing revenue, with a new $9 million agreement in Q3.
Expansion in Emerging Markets
Executed multiyear agreements in India and Brazil, expanding access to research for millions of researchers and students.
Free Cash Flow and Financial Outlook
Free cash flow shows strong recovery, expected to meet guidance of approximately $125 million for fiscal 2025.
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WLY Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
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WLY Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Mar 06, 2025 | $37.91 | $43.70 | +15.27% |
| Dec 05, 2024 | $49.08 | $46.00 | -6.28% |
| Sep 05, 2024 | $46.94 | $44.00 | -6.26% |
| Jun 13, 2024 | $35.66 | $39.98 | +12.11% |
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 John Wiley Sons Cl A (WLY) report earnings?
John Wiley Sons Cl A (WLY) is schdueled to report earning on Jun 12, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is John Wiley Sons Cl A (WLY) earnings time?
John Wiley Sons Cl A (WLY) earnings time is at Jun 12, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is WLY EPS forecast?
WLY EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q4) is 1.27.
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