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Planet Fitness
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Dec 31, 2024

Planet Fitness Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Planet Fitness reported strong Q4 2024 earnings with 19.4% revenue growth and significant membership expansion.

Key Takeaways

Planet Fitness delivered solid fourth-quarter results, with revenue growing 19.4% year-over-year to $340.5 million. Net income increased to $47.1 million, while adjusted net income rose to $59.7 million. The company expanded its footprint with 86 new club openings, bringing total locations to 2,722. Equipment segment revenue saw the highest growth at 49.2%, reflecting strong demand for fitness upgrades.

Total revenue increased 19.4% to $340.5 million, driven by franchise and equipment sales growth.

Net income attributable to Planet Fitness rose to $47.1 million, or $0.56 per diluted share.

Adjusted EBITDA grew 14.4% to $130.8 million, highlighting operational efficiency.

86 new clubs opened in Q4, contributing to a total of 2,722 locations worldwide.

Total Revenue
$341M
Previous year: $285M
+19.4%
EPS
$0.7
Previous year: $0.6
+16.7%
Total Membership
19.7M
Previous year: 18.7M
+5.3%
Adjusted EBITDA
$131M
Previous year: $114M
+14.4%
Same-Store Sales Growth
5.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$293M
Previous year: $397M
-26.2%
Free Cash Flow
$87M
Previous year: $12M
+626.0%

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Forward Guidance

Planet Fitness expects continued growth in 2025, with projected revenue increasing by 10% and system-wide same-club sales growing 5-6%.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue expected to grow by approximately 10% in FY 2025.
  • System-wide same-club sales projected to increase 5-6%.
  • Adjusted EBITDA anticipated to rise by 10%.
  • 160-170 new club openings planned for the year.
  • Expansion in high-margin equipment sales supporting profitability.

Challenges Ahead

  • Higher capital expenditures expected to increase by 25%.
  • Net interest expense projected at approximately $86 million.
  • Potential macroeconomic headwinds may impact discretionary spending.
  • Increased operational costs from corporate-owned club expansion.
  • Competitive pressure in the fitness industry remains a challenge.