Why Toy Maker Hasbro's Shares Are Shooting Higher Today
Portfolio Pulse from Shivani Kumaresan
Hasbro Inc (NASDAQ:HAS) shares surged after reporting Q1 FY24 sales of $757.30 million, surpassing estimates despite a 24.4% decline year-on-year. The decline was mainly due to the eOne film and TV divestiture. Excluding this, revenue fell by 9%. Consumer Products segment dropped 21%, while Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming rose by 7%. Entertainment revenues plummeted 85% due to the eOne sale. Operating margin improved significantly from 1.8% to 15.3%, with operating income at $116.2 million. Adjusted EBITDA increased by 75% to $172.8 million, and adjusted EPS of $0.61 beat consensus of $0.27. The company maintains its FY24 outlook, expecting Consumer Products Segment revenue to decline by 7-12% and targets adjusted EBITDA of $925 million to $1 billion.
April 24, 2024 | 12:26 pm
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Hasbro Inc reported a better-than-expected Q1 FY24 with sales of $757.30 million and an adjusted EPS of $0.61, surpassing consensus estimates. The company's operating margin expanded significantly, and it maintains a positive outlook for FY24.
Hasbro's shares are likely to experience a short-term positive impact due to the earnings beat and improved operating margins. The company's ability to surpass expectations despite a significant revenue decline indicates strong operational efficiency and cost management. The positive outlook for FY24 and the commitment to achieving substantial savings by 2025 further bolster investor confidence.
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