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OPENLANE
🇺🇸 NYSE:KAR
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Dec 31, 2024

OPENLANE Q4 2024 Earnings Report

OPENLANE reported strong financial performance in Q4 2024 with revenue growth and increased profitability.

Key Takeaways

OPENLANE, Inc. achieved solid financial results in Q4 2024, driven by a 12% year-over-year revenue increase to $455 million. Net income from continuing operations reached $52.3 million, while Adjusted EBITDA grew 18% to $73 million. The Marketplace segment demonstrated strong momentum with a 15% increase in dealer volumes.

Revenue increased by 12% YoY to $455 million, driven by Marketplace growth.

Net income from continuing operations reached $52.3 million.

Adjusted EBITDA grew 18% YoY to $73 million.

Marketplace segment Adjusted EBITDA surged 30% YoY to $31 million.

Total Revenue
$455M
Previous year: $391M
+16.3%
EPS
$0.21
Previous year: $0.16
+31.2%
Adjusted EBITDA
$73M
Previous year: $61.8M
+18.1%
Operating Margin
17.36%
Previous year: 5.77%
+200.9%
Marketplace Adjusted EBITDA
$31M
Previous year: $23.8M
+30.3%
Cash and Equivalents
$143M
Previous year: $159M
-10.0%
Total Assets
$4.62B
Previous year: $4.73B
-2.2%

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Forward Guidance

OPENLANE expects continued growth in 2025, with projected income from continuing operations between $100M and $114M and Adjusted EBITDA between $290M and $310M.

Positive Outlook

  • Projected Adjusted EBITDA of $290M-$310M.
  • Income from continuing operations expected to reach $100M-$114M.
  • Continued Marketplace growth driven by strong dealer volumes.
  • Ongoing investment in digital and financial services expansion.
  • Streamlined operations improving profitability.

Challenges Ahead

  • Potential macroeconomic headwinds impacting demand.
  • Foreign currency fluctuations may affect results.
  • Higher operating expenses due to investments in growth.
  • Interest expenses remain a financial burden.
  • Competitive pressures in the wholesale vehicle market.