Mar 31, 2024

Liberty Energy Q1 2024 Earnings Report

Liberty Energy's Q1 2024 performance remained stable with consistent revenue and solid profitability, demonstrating resilience in a dynamic market.

Key Takeaways

Liberty Energy reported flat sequential revenue of $1.1 billion for Q1 2024. Net income was $82 million, resulting in earnings per share of $0.48. The company distributed $42 million to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends.

Revenue remained flat sequentially at $1.1 billion.

Net income totaled $82 million, with EPS at $0.48.

Adjusted EBITDA decreased slightly to $245 million.

32% TTM Adjusted Pre-Tax Return on Capital Employed was delivered.

Total Revenue
$1.07B
Previous year: $1.26B
-15.0%
EPS
$0.48
Previous year: $0.9
-46.7%
Adjusted EBITDA
$245M
Previous year: $330M
-25.8%
Gross Profit
$167M
Previous year: $279M
-40.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$23.8M
Previous year: $20.9M
+13.9%
Total Assets
$3.1B
Previous year: $2.76B
+12.2%

Liberty Energy

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Forward Guidance

Liberty Energy anticipates low double-digit sequential revenue growth in Q2 2024, driven by stable pricing and increased efficiency, leading to improved profitability and strong cash flow generation throughout 2024.

Positive Outlook

  • Expected low double-digit sequential revenue growth.
  • Stable pricing environment.
  • Increased operational efficiency.
  • Corresponding improvement in profitability.
  • Strong cash flow generation expected in 2024.

Challenges Ahead

  • Global oil and gas commodity prices have diverged.
  • Natural gas prices have declined due to strong production and mild winter.
  • Changes in commodity prices have not materially impacted demand for North American frac services.
  • Dependence on North American oil and gas industry.
  • Future dividends may be adjusted based on market conditions and capital availability.