Mar 31

CAAP Q1 2025 Earnings Report

CAAP reported revenue and passenger traffic growth driven by strong performance in Argentina and international operations.

Key Takeaways

Corporación América Airports had a solid Q1 2025 with revenue increasing to $416.9M and adjusted EBITDA ex-IAS29 growing by 4%. Record passenger traffic in Argentina contributed to a robust start of the year, although net income declined compared to the prior year due to inflationary and FX pressures.

Revenue grew 6.4% YoY to $416.9M, or 11.5% ex-IAS29.

Passenger traffic increased 7.3% YoY to 20.4 million travelers.

Adjusted EBITDA excluding IAS29 rose 4% to $157.9M.

Net income fell 73.3% YoY to $40.8M due to inflation and FX impacts.

Total Revenue
$417M
Previous year: $433M
-3.7%
EPS
$0.37
Previous year: $0.95
-61.1%
Passenger Traffic
20.4M
Previous year: 19M
+7.4%
Cargo Volume
95.9K
Previous year: 87.9K
+9.1%
Aircraft Movements
3.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$449M
Previous year: $545M
-17.7%

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Forward Guidance

CAAP expects continued momentum in passenger traffic and commercial revenue growth, though inflation and currency devaluation pose risks.

Positive Outlook

  • Passenger traffic is expected to maintain strong momentum.
  • Commercial initiatives like expanded duty-free and parking expected to drive revenue per PAX.
  • Capex expansion underway in Armenia with $425M program.
  • Florence master plan received positive environmental review.
  • New business opportunities pursued in Montenegro and Angola.

Challenges Ahead

  • Inflationary pressures in Argentina remain a concern.
  • Currency depreciation outpacing cost controls.
  • FX translation effects in Brazil and Italy impacting margins.
  • Adjusted EBITDA margin declined YoY.
  • Operating income dropped 16.6% despite revenue growth.