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Nov 30, 2022

Scholastic Q2 2023 Earnings Report

Reported strong revenue growth and higher earnings, driven by Children's Books business and steady performance in Education Solutions.

Key Takeaways

Scholastic Corporation reported a 12% increase in revenues to $587.9 million, driven by strong performance in the Children's Book Publishing and Distribution segment. Operating income increased by $16.7 million to $100.1 million. The company is affirming its fiscal 2023 guidance.

Revenues increased 12% to $587.9 million, primarily driven by strong results in the Children’s Book Publishing and Distribution segment.

Operating income increased $16.7 million to $100.1 million.

Children’s Book Publishing and Distribution segment’s revenues increased $65.8 million to $418.3 million.

Company is affirming its fiscal 2023 guidance for Adjusted EBITDA of $195 million to $205 million and revenue growth of 8% to 10%.

Total Revenue
$588M
Previous year: $524M
+12.2%
EPS
$2.12
Previous year: $1.93
+9.8%
Adjusted EBITDA
$122M
Previous year: $114M
+7.6%
Gross Profit
$328M
Previous year: $286M
+14.4%
Cash and Equivalents
$261M
Previous year: $301M
-13.2%
Free Cash Flow
$62.7M
Previous year: $75.4M
-16.8%
Total Assets
$2.03B
Previous year: $1.98B
+2.7%

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Forward Guidance

Scholastic is affirming its fiscal 2023 guidance for Adjusted EBITDA of $195 million to $205 million and revenue growth of 8% to 10%.