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Dec 31, 2024
Liberty Global Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Liberty Global reported its Q4 2024 financial results, achieving key operational goals while navigating competitive market conditions.
Key Takeaways
Liberty Global reported Q4 2024 revenue of $1.1232 billion, marking a 9.7% increase YoY. Earnings from continuing operations surged 169.4% to $2.3342 billion. The company maintained a strong liquidity position with nearly $3 billion in total liquidity and repurchased $700 million in shares. However, operating income and EBITDA faced slight declines due to higher operating expenses.
Q4 2024 revenue increased 9.7% YoY to $1.1232 billion.
Earnings from continuing operations surged 169.4% YoY to $2.3342 billion.
Adjusted EBITDA grew 3.4% YoY to $247.8 million.
Strong liquidity position with $1.8 billion in cash and $0.7 billion in unused borrowing capacity.
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CapyFin.com Forward Guidance
Liberty Global aims to sustain revenue growth, improve adjusted EBITDA, and enhance shareholder returns through continued capital investments in fiber and 5G networks.
Positive Outlook
- Expected growth in revenue and adjusted EBITDA in 2025.
- Further expansion of fiber and 5G network coverage.
- Announced a new buyback program of up to 10% of shares outstanding.
- Targeting an additional $500 million to $750 million in asset sales in 2025.
- Strengthened balance sheet with no material debt repayments until 2028.
Challenges Ahead
- Competitive pressures continue to impact customer additions.
- Higher staff-related expenses weighing on margins.
- Declining mobile postpaid ARPU in VodafoneZiggo segment.
- Potential regulatory hurdles for fiber-sharing agreement in Belgium.
- Continued decline in revenue from mobile handset sales.