Alcon Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Alcon reported strong sales growth, increased earnings, and improved margins in Q4 2024.

Key Takeaways

Alcon achieved net sales of $2.5 billion in Q4 2024, a 6% increase over the previous year. Operating income rose significantly to $395 million, with an operating margin expansion of 7 percentage points. The company reported diluted EPS of $0.57 and core diluted EPS of $0.72.

Net sales grew 6% to $2.5 billion in Q4 2024.

Operating income increased to $395 million, driven by higher sales and improved margins.

Diluted EPS was $0.57, while core diluted EPS increased to $0.72.

Vision Care net sales saw strong growth of 8% to $1.1 billion.

Total Revenue

$2.48B

Previous year: $2.33B

+6.2%

EPS

$0.72

Previous year: $0.7

+2.9%

Operating Margin

15.9%

Core Operating Margin

20.1%

Free Cash Flow

$1.6B

Gross Profit

$1.39B

Previous year: $1.35B

+2.4%

Cash and Equivalents

$1.68B

Previous year: $921M

+82.0%

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Forward Guidance

Alcon expects continued growth in 2025 with a focus on innovation and operating leverage to drive earnings.

Positive Outlook

Projected net sales growth of 6% to 8%.
Core diluted EPS expected between $3.15 to $3.25.
Core operating margin forecasted at 21% to 22%.
Ongoing investments in R&D for product innovation.
Focus on driving long-term shareholder value.

Challenges Ahead

Potential headwinds from foreign exchange rates.
Expected cost pressures from raw materials.
Increased investment in marketing initiatives.
Rising labor costs could impact profitability.
Uncertainty in global economic conditions.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income