Prnewswire·2025-10-29 20:15Core Insights - Service Corporation International (SCI) reported adjusted earnings per share of $0.87 for Q3 2025, reflecting a 10% increase compared to $0.79 in Q3 2024 [3][7][8] - The company generated net cash from operating activities of $252.3 million in Q3 2025, a decrease from $263.8 million in the same quarter of the previous year, primarily due to an expected increase in cash taxes paid [3][7][8] - Revenue for Q3 2025 was $1,058.1 million, up 4.4% from $1,014.0 million in Q3 2024, driven by strong performance in the cemetery segment [5][7] Financial Performance - Operating income for Q3 2025 was $226.4 million, compared to $212.4 million in Q3 2024, indicating a year-over-year increase [5][14] - Net income attributable to common stockholders was $117.5 million in Q3 2025, slightly down from $117.8 million in Q3 2024 [5][14] - The diluted earnings per share (EPS) was $0.83 for Q3 2025, compared to $0.81 in Q3 2024, with adjusted diluted EPS at $0.87 [5][8] Segment Performance - The cemetery segment saw a 10% increase in preneed cemetery sales production, contributing to a 7% growth in comparable cemetery revenue and a 12% increase in cemetery gross profit [3][7] - Comparable core funeral average increased, but was offset by a decline in comparable core funeral services performed [3][7] - Non-funeral home sales average rose by 13.4%, significantly outpacing the slight decline in non-funeral home services performed [3][7] Guidance and Outlook - The company confirmed its 2025 guidance with a narrowed range for earnings per share expected between $3.80 and $3.90, and an increased cash flow outlook of $910 million to $950 million [6][9] - The anticipated long-term growth framework for diluted EPS from continuing operations, excluding special items, is projected to be within 8%-12% [6][9] Cash Flow and Capital Expenditures - Year-to-date net cash provided by operating activities increased by 7.2% to $729.9 million compared to $680.8 million in the prior year [7][14] - The company plans to allocate $315 million for maintenance, cemetery development, and other capital expenditures in 2025 [9][14]