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Mar 31

GEO Q1 2025 Earnings Report

The GEO Group reported modest earnings with stable revenues and continued investments aimed at supporting long-term growth.

Key Takeaways

GEO posted steady Q1 results with $604.6M in revenue and $19.6M in net income. While operating income declined YoY, the company made significant investments in ICE facility contracts, setting the stage for growth in H2 2025.

Revenue held steady at $604.6M, nearly flat from Q1 2024.

Net income was $19.6M with diluted EPS of $0.14.

Operating income declined due to increased administrative and payroll expenses.

GEO announced over $130M in new annualized ICE facility contracts, setting up for strong H2.

Total Revenue
$605M
Previous year: $606M
-0.2%
EPS
$0.14
Previous year: $0.18
-22.2%
Adjusted EBITDA
$99.8M
Previous year: $118M
-15.2%
Net Debt
$1.68B
Net Leverage
3.78
Cash and Equivalents
$64.8M
Previous year: $126M
-48.8%
Total Assets
$3.63B
Previous year: $3.68B
-1.4%

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Forward Guidance

GEO expects higher overhead and capital expenditures in H1 2025, with revenue and profitability growth expected in H2 due to new ICE contracts.

Positive Outlook

  • Expected full-year revenue of ~$2.53B.
  • Anticipates Adjusted EBITDA of $465M–$490M in 2025.
  • Full-year EPS guidance of $0.77 to $0.89.
  • Net debt reduction target of $150M–$175M.
  • Strong contract wins for ICE facilities with over $130M in new annual revenue.

Challenges Ahead

  • H1 2025 pressured by higher operating and payroll expenses.
  • Front-loaded payroll taxes impacting Q1 margins.
  • Operating income down from $79.6M in Q1 2024 to $60.9M.
  • Adjusted EBITDA declined YoY by ~$17.9M.
  • No revenue impact yet from recently announced ICE contracts.