Lamar(US:LAMR) ZACKSยท2025-11-07 17:35Core Insights - Lamar Advertising Company (LAMR) reported third-quarter 2025 adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) per share of $2.20, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.14 and up from $2.15 in the prior-year quarter [1][8] - The company experienced year-over-year growth in net revenues, which reached $585.5 million, a 3.8% increase compared to the previous year, and also surpassed the consensus mark of $583.8 million [2][8] - LAMR reaffirmed its full-year 2025 guidance, expecting AFFO to be between $8.10 and $8.20 per diluted share, aligning with the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $8.14 [5][8] Financial Performance - Operating income for the third quarter was $189.1 million, reflecting a 1.3% increase from $186.6 million in the same period last year [3] - Adjusted EBITDA rose 3.5% to $280.8 million, while acquisition-adjusted net revenues increased by 2.9% year over year [3] - Free cash flow decreased by 4.5% year over year to $189.2 million [3] Balance Sheet Position - Cash flow from operating activities for the three months ended September 30, 2025, was $235.7 million, up from $227.4 million in the previous year [4] - As of September 30, 2025, total liquidity stood at $834.2 million, which includes $742.2 million available for borrowing under the revolving senior credit facility, $70 million under the Accounts Receivable Securitization Program, and $22 million in cash and cash equivalents [4] Market Sentiment - Following the positive earnings report, shares of Lamar Advertising gained 1.25% during the trading session [1] - The company currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold) [6]