KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (KLC) Q2 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates

Core Insights - KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. reported revenue of $700.11 million for the quarter ended June 2025, showing no year-over-year change and an EPS of $0.22 compared to $0 a year ago [1] - The reported revenue fell short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $709.57 million, resulting in a surprise of -1.33%, while the EPS surprise was -8.33% against a consensus estimate of $0.24 [1] Performance Metrics - The company operates 1,589 early childhood education centers, exceeding the average estimate of 1,584 by two analysts [4] - Total centers and sites reached 2,632, surpassing the two-analyst average estimate of 2,574 [4] - Before- and after-school sites totaled 1,043, compared to the average estimate of 990 [4] - Revenue from before- and after-school sites was $52.44 million, exceeding the average estimate of $51 million [4] - Revenue from early childhood education centers was $647.68 million, below the average estimate of $660.3 million [4] Stock Performance - KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. shares returned +0.6% over the past month, while the Zacks S&P 500 composite increased by +2% [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), indicating potential performance in line with the broader market in the near term [3]