Dun & Bradstreet Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Dun & Bradstreet reported Q4 2024 revenue of $631.9 million, reflecting a slight increase of 0.2% compared to the prior year quarter. GAAP net income improved to $7.8 million, with diluted EPS of $0.02. However, adjusted net income declined to $129.0 million, with adjusted EPS of $0.30, down from $0.32 in Q4 2023. Adjusted EBITDA remained stable at $260.0 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 41.2%.
Revenue increased slightly by 0.2% year-over-year to $631.9 million.
GAAP net income improved significantly to $7.8 million, compared to $1.7 million in Q4 2023.
Adjusted EPS declined to $0.30 from $0.32 in the prior year quarter.
North America revenue declined by 1.8%, while International revenue grew by 5.6%.
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Forward Guidance
Dun & Bradstreet expects revenue growth of 2.5% to 5.0% in 2025, with adjusted EPS ranging from $1.01 to $1.07.
Positive Outlook
- Revenue expected to grow between 2.5% and 5.0% in 2025.
- Organic revenue growth forecasted between 3.0% and 5.0%.
- Adjusted EBITDA projected between $955 million and $985 million.
- Continued investment in AI-driven analytics and data expansion.
- Strengthened balance sheet with net leverage reduced to 3.6x.
Challenges Ahead
- Declining revenue in the North America segment.
- Adjusted EPS declined year-over-year in Q4 2024.
- Cost pressures impacting operating margins.
- Macroeconomic uncertainties may affect growth projections.
- Debt servicing remains a challenge with high-interest expense.