ABM Stock Price Decreases 5% Since Reporting Q3 Earnings Miss

Core Insights - ABM reported mixed results for Q3 fiscal 2025, with earnings per share (EPS) missing estimates while revenues exceeded expectations [1][2] - The stock has declined 4.6% since the results were released on September 5 [1] Financial Performance - EPS, excluding non-recurring items, was 82 cents, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 13.7% and declining 12.8% year over year [2] - Total revenues reached $2.2 billion, surpassing the consensus mark by 2.8% and increasing 6.2% from the previous year [2] - Adjusted EBITDA was $125.8 million, up 5% from the year-ago quarter, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 5.9% [6] Segment Performance - Business & Industry segment revenues increased 2.8% year-over-year to $1 billion, driven by expansion with existing clients and demand in the U.K. [3] - Manufacturing & Distribution segment revenues rose 8.4% to $408.9 million, supported by contract wins and a broader client base [4] - Aviation segment revenues grew 8.7% to $291.8 million, aided by positive travel demand and contract wins [4] - Technical solutions revenues increased 19% to $249.5 million, although it missed estimates [5] - Education segment revenues were $235.1 million, a 3% rise from the previous year, exceeding estimates [5] Balance Sheet and Cash Flow - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of Q3 fiscal 2025 were $69.3 million, up from $58.7 million in the previous quarter [7] - Long-term debt remained flat at $1.5 billion [7] - Net cash generated by operating activities was $175 million, with free cash flow of $150.2 million [7] Guidance - For fiscal 2025, ABM expects adjusted EPS at the lower end of $3.65-$3.80, with the midpoint exceeding the consensus estimate [9][10] - The adjusted EBITDA margin is anticipated to be between 6.3% and 6.5% [10]