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Nov 02, 2024

Ciena Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Ciena's Q4 2024 financial performance was reported, with revenue at $1.12 billion and GAAP EPS at $0.25.

Key Takeaways

Ciena reported Q4 revenue of $1.12 billion and a GAAP net income per share of $0.25. The company's CEO noted that the results reflect their technology leadership and positive industry dynamics, positioning them for future growth.

Q4 revenue was $1.12 billion, slightly down from $1.13 billion in Q4 2023.

GAAP net income per share was $0.25, compared to $0.62 in Q4 2023.

Adjusted (non-GAAP) net income per share was $0.54, compared to $0.75 in Q4 2023.

Approximately 2.1 million shares were repurchased for $132.0 million during the quarter.

Total Revenue
$1.12B
Previous year: $1.13B
-0.4%
EPS
$0.54
Previous year: $0.75
-28.0%
Days Sales Outstanding
89
Product Inventory Turns
2.7
Gross Profit
$460M
Previous year: $486M
-5.4%
Cash and Equivalents
$935M
Previous year: $1.01B
-7.5%
Free Cash Flow
$266M
Previous year: $173M
+53.9%
Total Assets
$5.64B
Previous year: $5.6B
+0.7%

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Forward Guidance

Ciena anticipates accelerated revenue growth and market share expansion, driven by increasing bandwidth demand from Cloud and AI.

Positive Outlook

  • Significant and increasing technology leadership.
  • Positive industry dynamics.
  • Cloud and AI driving bandwidth demand.
  • Positioned for accelerated revenue growth.
  • Expected market share expansion.

Challenges Ahead

  • Broader economic and market conditions could affect customers' spending.
  • Macroeconomic conditions and global supply chain constraints may cause disruptions.
  • Competitive pressure may impact results.
  • Geopolitical tensions and events could create uncertainty.
  • Changes in tax or trade regulations may pose challenges.

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