Primoris Q3 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Primoris Services Corporation reported strong third-quarter results, with revenue reaching $1,649.1 million, a 7.8% increase compared to the same period in 2023. Net income rose to $58.4 million, or $1.07 per diluted share, and backlog hit a record $11.3 billion. The company is raising its EPS guidance and increased its quarterly cash dividend.
Revenue increased by 7.8% to $1,649.1 million, driven by both the Energy and Utilities segments.
Net income increased to $58.4 million, or $1.07 per diluted share.
Backlog reached a record $11.3 billion, driven by renewables and industrial bookings in the Energy segment.
EPS guidance ranges raised to $2.85 to $3.00, and Adjusted EPS guidance ranges raised to $3.40 to $3.55 per diluted share.
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Forward Guidance
The Company is raising its estimates for the year ending December 31, 2024. Net income is expected to be between $156.0 million and $164.0 million, or $2.85 and $3.00 per fully diluted share. Adjusted EPS is estimated in the range of $3.40 to $3.55 per fully diluted share. Adjusted EBITDA for full year 2024 is expected to range from $405 million to $420 million.
Positive Outlook
- Net income is expected to be between $156.0 million and $164.0 million.
- EPS is expected to be between $2.85 and $3.00 per fully diluted share.
- Adjusted EPS is estimated in the range of $3.40 to $3.55 per fully diluted share.
- Adjusted EBITDA for full year 2024 is expected to range from $405 million to $420 million.
- Targeting SG&A expense in the low six percent range for full year 2024.
Challenges Ahead
- Effective tax rate for 2024 is expected to be approximately 29 percent, but it may vary.
- Outlook based on current economic conditions and estimates.
- Guidance does not include other potential impacts, such as changes in accounting or unusual items.
- Gross margins by segment are targeted as Utilities in the range of 9 to 11 percent and Energy in the range of 10 to 12 percent.
- Backlog should not be considered a comprehensive indicator of future revenue.