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Mar 31, 2022
Moelis Q1 2022 Earnings Report
Moelis & Company's financial performance for Q1 2022 was reported, featuring record revenues and strategic investments in talent.
Key Takeaways
Moelis & Company reported a record first quarter with GAAP revenues of $302.1 million, up 14% from the prior year, and adjusted revenues of $298.2 million, a 13% increase. The firm's GAAP net income was $0.94 per share (diluted), while adjusted net income was $0.95 per share (diluted). The company repurchased a record 2.0 million shares during the quarter and declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.60 per share.
GAAP revenues reached $302.1 million, while adjusted revenues were $298.2 million, representing a 13% increase year-over-year.
GAAP net income was $0.94 per share (diluted), and adjusted net income was $0.95 per share (diluted), including a $0.12 per share tax benefit.
The adjusted pre-tax margin for the first quarter of 2022 was 29.2%.
The company repurchased a record 2.0 million shares of its common stock during the first quarter and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.60 per share.
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Forward Guidance
Moelis & Company remains confident in its ability to execute for clients and shareholders amidst market volatility. The firm continues to focus on strategic decision making and organic growth, with a robust pipeline of potential Managing Director hires for 2022.
Positive Outlook
- Strong pipeline of internal and external senior level talent.
- Record first quarter revenues driven by integrated network of bankers.
- Focus on providing innovative solutions for clients in times of volatility.
- Commitment to returning 100% of excess capital to shareholders.
- Maintains a strong financial position with substantial cash and no debt.
Challenges Ahead
- Revenues and net income can fluctuate materially depending on transaction timing and other factors.
- Financial results in any particular quarter may not be representative of future results.
- Other income (expenses) on a GAAP basis was expense of $2.2 million, compared to income of $3.2 million in the prior year period.
- Recorded unrealized losses of $3.9 million from the mark-to-market impact on certain shares held.
- Increased compensation and benefits expenses due to higher revenues earned.