KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (KLC) experienced a significant stock price drop following its Q4 2024 financial results. The company reported an operational loss of $89.3 million, compared to an operational income of $48.7 million in the previous year. The loss was attributed to increased equity-based compensation expenses and lower COVID-19 stimulus reimbursements. The stock price fell 22.17% to $13.76 per share after releasing financial results that were below consensus estimates.