Dec 31, 2024

CAAP Q4 2024 Earnings Report

CAAP reported solid Q4 2024 results, with revenue growth driven by aeronautical and commercial segments, despite challenges in Argentina.

Key Takeaways

Corporación América Airports (CAAP) delivered robust Q4 2024 results, with consolidated revenue of $461.1 million, a 26.3% increase year-over-year. Net income attributable to owners of the parent was $34.4 million, and adjusted EBITDA ex-IFRIC12 stood at $150.8 million. The company maintained a strong liquidity position with $439.8 million in cash and cash equivalents and demonstrated financial resilience across diverse geographies, partially offsetting softness in Argentina.

Consolidated revenue increased 26.3% YoY to $461.1 million.

Adjusted EBITDA ex-IFRIC12 was $150.8 million, down 49.5% YoY due to prior year one-time items.

Net income attributable to owners of the parent was $34.4 million.

Strong liquidity position with $439.8 million in cash and net debt to LTM Adjusted EBITDA of 1.1x.

Total Revenue
$461M
Previous year: $365M
+26.3%
EPS
$0.21
Previous year: $0.81
-74.1%
Passenger Traffic
20.47M
Previous year: 20.72M
-1.2%
Cargo Volume
118.2K
Previous year: 101.6K
+16.3%
Aircraft Movements
213.5K
Previous year: 209.5K
+1.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$440M

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Forward Guidance

CAAP remains focused on enhancing passenger experience, expanding commercial revenues, and investing in infrastructure development, while continuing to monitor macroeconomic conditions, especially in Argentina.

Positive Outlook

  • Passenger traffic in Argentina showed record highs in December 2024 and January 2025.
  • Strong contributions from Italy, Uruguay, and Brazil operations.
  • New private aviation terminal inaugurated in Punta del Este.
  • Expansion projects ongoing in Argentina and Armenia.
  • Continued focus on cost efficiency and revenue per passenger improvements.

Challenges Ahead

  • Macroeconomic uncertainty and currency devaluation in Argentina remain challenges.
  • Domestic passenger traffic in Argentina remains under pressure.
  • Inflation outpacing currency devaluation affecting profitability in Argentina.
  • Reduced fuel-related revenues in Armenia impacting commercial revenue.
  • Overall softness in commercial revenues offsetting part of aeronautical growth.