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Dec 31, 2024
Huazhu Q4 2024 Earnings Report
H World Group Limited reported its Q4 2024 financial results with revenue growth exceeding prior guidance, but net income declined significantly due to foreign exchange losses and increased withholding tax.
Key Takeaways
In Q4 2024, H World Group reported revenue of $825 million, representing a 7.8% year-over-year increase. However, net income dropped sharply to $7 million, primarily driven by foreign exchange losses and tax impacts. Adjusted EBITDA reached $171 million, up from $158 million in the prior year. The company demonstrated strong growth in its manachised and franchised hotel segment, with revenue increasing by 24% year-over-year.
Revenue increased 7.8% year-over-year to $825 million, exceeding guidance.
Net income declined to $7 million due to FX losses and higher tax expenses.
Adjusted EBITDA rose to $171 million from $158 million year-over-year.
Strong 24% revenue growth in the manachised and franchised hotel segment.
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CapyFin.com Forward Guidance
H World expects modest revenue growth in 2025 with an emphasis on the manachised and franchised segment, projecting 2%-6% total revenue growth for the year and 17%-21% growth in manachised and franchised revenue.
Positive Outlook
- Revenue growth forecasted between 2%-6% for FY 2025.
- Manachised and franchised revenue expected to grow 17%-21%.
- Planned opening of approximately 2,300 hotels in FY 2025.
- Continued focus on asset-light business strategy.
- Strong momentum in brand reputation and market expansion.
Challenges Ahead
- Ongoing foreign exchange volatility may impact profitability.
- Higher tax expenses expected to continue in FY 2025.
- Challenges in cost management with fast-paced expansion.
- Impairment losses could continue to affect results.
- Potential macroeconomic headwinds in key markets.