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Abacus Global Management Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results
Globenewswire· 2025-03-27 20:15
Core Insights - Abacus Global Management reported record full-year revenue growth of 69% to $111.9 million for 2024, driven by increased active management revenue and policy originations [4][14] - The company achieved a fourth-quarter revenue increase of 40% year-over-year to $33.2 million, with policy originations growing by 63% to 1,034 for the full year [5][14] - Abacus is initiating its 2025 outlook for adjusted net income between $70 million and $78 million, representing growth of 51% to 68% compared to 2024 [7] Financial Performance - Full-year 2024 adjusted net income increased by 58% to $46.5 million, compared to $29.4 million in 2023 [14] - Adjusted EBITDA for 2024 grew 57% to $61.6 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 55% [14][28] - The company reported a GAAP net loss attributable to shareholders of $24.0 million for 2024, compared to a net income of $9.5 million in the prior year [14] Operational Highlights - The company completed two strategic acquisitions and strengthened its executive team through key hires, enhancing its market capabilities [2] - As of December 31, 2024, Abacus had cash and cash equivalents of $128.8 million and total assets of $874.2 million [6][22] - The company successfully raised substantial equity capital and secured significant debt financing to optimize its capital structure [2] Market Position and Strategy - Abacus rebranded to better reflect its evolution and global market presence, indicating a strategic shift towards a broader market opportunity [2] - The company is well-positioned to capitalize on its momentum and drive long-term growth, with expectations of over 50% growth in adjusted net income for 2025 [2][7]
3 Top Dividend Stocks I Just Bought as the Stock Market Corrected
The Motley Fool· 2025-03-16 16:31
Group 1: Stock Market Corrections and Dividend Opportunities - Stock market corrections, defined as a decline of 10% or more from recent highs, present opportunities for dividend-seeking investors as falling stock prices lead to rising dividend yields [1] - The recent market correction has prompted increased purchases of dividend stocks, including Blackstone, Starbucks, and Verizon, which are viewed as attractive investments at this time [2] Group 2: Blackstone - Blackstone's stock has decreased nearly 30% from its recent peak, resulting in a dividend yield of 2.8%, significantly higher than the S&P 500's yield of 1.3% [3] - Unlike typical dividend stocks, Blackstone does not pay a fixed quarterly dividend; instead, it returns a significant portion of its distributable income through dividends and share repurchases, with a generally upward trend in payouts over the past 15 years [4] - The global alternatives market is projected to grow from $17 trillion at the end of 2023 to $30 trillion by 2030, which is expected to benefit Blackstone's alternative investment franchises [5] Group 3: Starbucks - Starbucks' stock has declined about 15% from its recent high, increasing its dividend yield to 2.5%, with a history of 14 consecutive years of dividend growth at a compound annual growth rate of 20% [8] - The company has over 40,000 stores globally and plans to continue expanding, albeit at a reduced pace compared to initial targets, which should support ongoing dividend increases [9][10] Group 4: Verizon - Verizon's stock has fallen approximately 6% from its recent peak, leading to a dividend yield of 6.2%, supported by a substantial free cash flow of $19.8 billion after capital expenditures, which comfortably covered its $11.2 billion in dividends [11] - The company is pursuing a $20 billion acquisition of Frontier Communications to enhance its fiber network, alongside significant investments in fiber and 5G, which are expected to bolster cash flow and support future dividend increases [12]
Here Are Billionaire Leon Cooperman's 5 Biggest Stock Holdings
The Motley Fool· 2025-03-12 12:11
Investment Overview - Leon Cooperman, a billionaire hedge fund manager, manages over $3 billion with 47 different stocks in his portfolio as of 2025 [2][3] Largest Stock Investments - The five largest stock investments by Cooperman are: - Mr. Cooper Group (COOP): $275 million investment, 4.47% ownership [3] - Energy Transfer LP (ET): $248 million investment, 0.37% ownership [3] - Vertiv Holdings (VRT): $239 million investment, 0.56% ownership [3] - Apollo Global Management (APO): $229 million investment, 0.25% ownership [3] - WillScot Mobile Mini Holdings (WSC): $135 million investment, 2.18% ownership [3] Portfolio Characteristics - Cooperman's portfolio is noted for lacking typical high-profile stocks, with only one of the "Magnificent Seven" stocks, Alphabet, included [4] - The portfolio features relatively few household names, indicating a unique investment strategy [4] Company Descriptions - Mr. Cooper Group is a major player in the mortgage servicing industry [5] - Energy Transfer is involved in natural gas transportation and energy storage, offering a 6.8% dividend yield and has a market capitalization of $65 billion [5] - Vertiv provides essential power, cooling, and IT infrastructure services [5] - Apollo Global Management is an alternative asset manager with over $500 billion in assets under management [5] - WillScot Mobile Mini offers mobile storage solutions and modular buildings primarily for businesses [5]
Abacus Global Management (ABL) Conference Transcript
2025-01-22 19:00
Summary of Abacus Global Management (ABL) Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Abacus Global Management (ABL) - **Industry**: Life Settlements and Alternative Asset Management - **Public Listing**: NASDAQ since July 2023 - **Key Participants**: Robert Phillips (SVP, Investor Relations), David Jackson (IR Associate - Capital Markets) Core Business and Value Proposition - **Business Model**: Abacus specializes in life settlements, acquiring life insurance policies from owners and placing them with institutional investors [5][7] - **Market Size**: The U.S. has $13 trillion in life insurance policies, with 90% lapsing, indicating a significant opportunity for life settlements [9][44] - **Target Demographic**: Typically, policy owners are aged 65 or older, having owned their policies for over 20 years [10] - **Financial Metrics**: - Revenue growth exceeding 20% - Return on Equity (ROE) above 15% - Margins exceeding 50% [7] Financial Performance - **Q3 Revenue**: $29.1 million, slightly up from $28.1 million in Q2, with stable EBITDA [15][16] - **Capital Deployment**: $93.2 million in Q3 and $104.7 million in Q2 for acquiring policies [18] - **Policy Originations**: Expected to exceed 750 by the end of 2024 [18] Market Dynamics - **Institutional Interest**: Increased participation from institutional investors is seen as a tailwind, enhancing competition for life settlements and improving market health [22][39] - **Carrier Buybacks**: Insurers are increasingly looking to offload policies, which Abacus can acquire and manage effectively [19][20][21] Growth Initiatives - **Direct-to-Consumer Channel**: Generates 12,000 leads monthly, with a focus on financial planning and wealth management [26][29] - **ABL Tech**: A data tracking service for mortality, recently signed a contract with CalSTRS, the largest teachers' pension plan in the U.S. [31][32] - **Acquisitions**: Recent acquisitions of FCF Advisors and Carlisle Asset Management to enhance direct allocation to life settlements [30] Competitive Landscape - **Competitors**: Coventry is noted as a private competitor, but Abacus is the only public company in this space [37][38] - **Market Position**: Abacus leverages 30 years of experience and a strong network to maintain a competitive edge [39] Marketing Strategy - **Advertising Channels**: Primarily utilizes traditional media (TV and radio) to drive leads, particularly targeting audiences on Bloomberg, Fox Business, and CNBC [49][52] - **Lead Generation**: The majority of leads come from traditional advertising, with digital efforts being secondary [52] Conclusion - **Overall Assessment**: Abacus Life presents a compelling investment opportunity with a strong growth trajectory, high margins, and a unique position in the life settlements market, supported by increasing institutional interest and effective marketing strategies [33]
Abacus Life(ABL) - Prospectus(update)
2024-06-13 20:17
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 13, 2024. Registration No. 333-279347 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Abacus Life, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) Delaware 6282 85-1210472 (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) 2101 Park Center Drive, Suite 200 Orlan ...
P10(PX) - Prospectus
2024-05-29 01:11
Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 28, 2024 Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 P10, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 6282 87-2908160 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) Classification Code No.) Dallas, Texas 75205 (214) 865-7998 (Address, including zip code, and telephone number, i ...
ET.RES.ACQ(ERESW) - Prospectus(update)
2024-02-09 11:10
Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2024. Registration No. 333-276795 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C.20549 AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Abacus Life, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 6282 85-1210472 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) (I.R.S. Employer Id ...
Abacus Life(ABL) - Prospectus(update)
2024-02-09 11:10
Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2024. Registration No. 333-276795 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C.20549 AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Abacus Life, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 6282 85-1210472 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) (I.R.S. Employer Id ...
EAST RESOURCES A(ERES) - Prospectus(update)
2024-02-09 11:10
Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 9, 2024. Registration No. 333-276795 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C.20549 AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Abacus Life, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 6282 85-1210472 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) (I.R.S. Employer Id ...
ET.RES.ACQ(ERESW) - Prospectus
2024-01-31 22:23
Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 31, 2024. Registration No. 333-[ ] UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C.20549 FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Abacus Life, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) Delaware 6282 85-1210472 (Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 2101 ...