Core Insights - Zebra Technologies Corporation (ZBRA) reported fourth-quarter 2024 adjusted earnings of $4.00 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.95, and significantly up from $1.71 per share in the same quarter last year [1] - Total revenues for the quarter reached $1.33 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $1.31 billion, and reflecting a year-over-year increase of 32.2% [2] Financial Performance - For the full year 2024, ZBRA reported net revenues of $4.98 billion, an increase of 8.7% year over year, with adjusted earnings of $13.52 per share, up 37.7% year over year [3] - The Asset Intelligence & Tracking segment saw revenues rise 29.5% year over year to $448 million, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $441 million [4] - The Enterprise Visibility & Mobility segment's revenues totaled $886 million, up 33.6% year over year, also surpassing the consensus estimate of $871 million [5] Margin and Cost Analysis - In the fourth quarter, Zebra Technologies' cost of sales was $686 million, a 22.3% increase year over year, while total operating expenses rose 13.1% to $423 million [6] - The company reported a net income of $163 million compared to $17 million in the year-ago period [6] Balance Sheet and Cash Flow - At the end of the fourth quarter, Zebra Technologies had cash and cash equivalents of $901 million, up from $137 million at the end of December 2023, while long-term debt increased slightly to $2.09 billion [7] - In 2024, the company generated net cash of $1.01 billion from operating activities, a significant increase from $4 million cash used in the previous year, with free cash inflow amounting to $954 million [8] Guidance - For the first quarter of 2025, ZBRA expects net sales to increase by 8-11% year over year, with adjusted earnings per share projected in the range of $3.50-$3.70 [9] - For the full year 2025, the company anticipates net sales growth of 3-7% year over year and adjusted earnings between $14.75-$15.25 per share, with free cash flow expected to be at least $750 million [10]

Financial Performance - Zebra Technologies reported quarterly earnings of $4 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.95 per share, and significantly up from $1.71 per share a year ago [1] - The company achieved revenues of $1.33 billion for the quarter ended December 2024, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.81% and up from $1.01 billion year-over-year [3] - Over the last four quarters, Zebra has consistently surpassed consensus EPS and revenue estimates [2][3] Market Performance - Zebra shares have declined approximately 8.6% since the beginning of the year, contrasting with the S&P 500's gain of 2.9% [4] - The current Zacks Rank for Zebra is 4 (Sell), indicating expectations of underperformance in the near future [7] Earnings Outlook - The current consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter is $3.48 on revenues of $1.26 billion, and for the current fiscal year, it is $15.95 on revenues of $5.3 billion [8] - The estimate revisions trend for Zebra is currently unfavorable, which may impact future stock performance [7] Industry Context - Zebra operates within the Manufacturing - Thermal Products industry, which is currently ranked in the bottom 7% of over 250 Zacks industries [9] - Historical data indicates that the top 50% of Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1 [9]

Zebra Technologies Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results February 13, 2025 Click to enter Presentation Title Subhead Copy here Safe Harbor Statement Statements made in this presentation which are not statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements and are subject to the safe harbor provisions created by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ from those expressed or implied in the company's forward-looking statements. Zebra undertakes no obligation, o ...

Net sales were $1,334 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to $1,009 million in the prior year. Net sales in the Enterprise Visibility & Mobility ("EVM") segment were $886 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to $663 million in the prior year. Asset Intelligence & Tracking ("AIT") segment net sales were $448 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to $346 million in the prior year. Consolidated organic net sales for the fourth Exhibit 99.1 • Net sales of $1,334 million; year-over- ...

Zebra Technologies Corporation ZBRA will release its fourth-quarter financial results, before the opening bell, on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025.Analysts expect the Lincolnshire, Illinois-based company to report quarterly earnings at $3.94 per share, up from $1.71 per share in the year-ago period. Zebra Technologies projects quarterly revenue of $1.32 billion, compared to $1.01 billion a year earlier, according to data from Benzinga Pro.On Jan. 7, Zebra Technologies announced plans to acquire Photoneo, a leading ...

Zebra Technologies Corporation (ZBRA) is slated to release fourth-quarter 2024 results on Feb. 13, before market open.Stay up-to-date with all quarterly releases: See Zacks Earnings Calendar.The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues is pegged at $1.31 billion, which indicates growth of 29.9% from the year-ago quarter’s figure. The consensus estimate for adjusted earnings is pinned at $3.95 per share, indicating an increase of 131% from a year ago.The consensus estimate for earnings has been stable in the pa ...

Webinar features insights from CITY Furniture on their successful RFID implementation CONCORD, Calif., Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- RFID4U, a global leader in RFID and IoT solutions, and Zebra Technologies Corporation, a global leader in digitizing and automating frontline workflows, announce a joint webinar: "Enabling RFID for All Retail: Affordable Solutions for Mid-Sized Brand Owners and Retailers." The webinar will be co-hosted by Zebra and RFID4U and will feature insights from one of the industry lead ...

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Zebra Technologies Corporation’s (ZBRA) shares have surged 42.7% in the year-to-date period, outpacing the industry and the Industrial Products sector’s growth of 40.5% and 9.6%, respectively. The company has outperformed its market peers like John Bean Technologies Corporation (JBT) and Honeywell International Inc. (HON) , which have returned 28.1% and 8.3%, respectively, over the same time frame.ZBRA Outperforms Industry, Sector & S&P500Image Source: Zacks Investment ResearchClosing at $390.65 in the last ...

Zebra Technologies Corporation (ZBRA) stands to benefit from strength across its businesses, focus on operational excellence and acquired assets. The company remains focused on investing in growth opportunities and strengthening its long-term market position.ZBRA, which has a market capitalization of $20.3 billion, currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). Let’s delve into the factors that have been aiding the firm for a while now.Business Strength: The company has been witnessing growth across the Ent ...