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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Comparable store sales increased by 2.9% for the full year 2024, with a diluted earnings per share (EPS) increase of 5.7% [8][75] - Fourth-quarter comparable store sales grew by 4.4%, driven by both professional and DIY segments [11][78] - The company faced a headwind of approximately 5% to fourth-quarter EPS growth due to a $35 million charge related to auto claims self-insurance liabilities [9][76] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The professional business delivered mid-single-digit comparable sales growth, while DIY grew just over 3%, marking the best quarterly result for DIY in 2024 [11][80] - Maintenance categories saw strong demand, while discretionary categories like tools and accessories experienced continued softness [12][81] - Average ticket values contributed positively to comparable sales growth, with same SKU inflation of just under 1% [17][85] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The automotive aftermarket faced broad-based pressure on consumers throughout 2024, impacting overall demand [12][80] - The company noted that the U.S. car park is growing, characterized by an increased average vehicle age, supporting durable demand in the automotive aftermarket [88][89] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to open 200 to 210 net new stores in 2025, reflecting confidence in balancing organic growth with greenfield growth [29][96] - Capital expenditures for 2024 were just over $1 billion, with guidance for 2025 set at $1.2 billion, focusing on store and distribution expansion [29][95] - The company aims to maintain a mix of 60% owned versus 40% leased stores in its new store openings [100][101] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about long-term fundamentals in the automotive aftermarket, despite caution regarding potential short-term economic shocks [90][91] - The company expects comparable store sales growth in 2025 to be in the range of 2% to 4% [87][92] - Management highlighted the importance of exceptional customer service and effective execution of the business model to drive results [91][92] Other Important Information - The fourth-quarter gross margin was 51.3%, consistent with the previous year, while the full-year gross margin was 51.2%, down six basis points from the prior year [37][105] - Free cash flow for 2024 was $2 billion, unchanged from 2023, with expectations for 2025 to be in the range of $1.6 billion to $1.9 billion [63][64] - The company repurchased 1.9 million shares in 2024 at an average price of $1,072, totaling an investment of $2.1 billion [66] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the outlook for comparable store sales growth in 2025? - The company has established a guidance range for comparable store sales growth in 2025 at 2% to 4% [87][92] Question: How does the company plan to manage expenses in 2025? - The company anticipates prudent actions to manage expenses effectively in response to market conditions, while also investing in key capabilities [56][92] Question: What impact do tariffs have on the company's outlook? - The company has not incorporated any impact from potential tariff changes into its sales assumptions, as it remains too early to project the effects [93][94]

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O’Reilly Automotive, Inc. (ORLY) reported fourth-quarter 2024 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $9.96, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $9.71. The bottom line also increased from $9.26 reported in the prior-year quarter. The automotive parts retailer registered quarterly revenues of $4.10 billion, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.03 billion. The top line also increased 7% year over year.See the Zacks Earnings Calendar to stay ahead of market-making news.During the quarter, comparab ...

For the quarter ended December 2024, O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY) reported revenue of $4.1 billion, up 6.9% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $9.96, compared to $9.26 in the year-ago quarter.The reported revenue represents a surprise of +1.62% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.03 billion. With the consensus EPS estimate being $9.71, the EPS surprise was +2.57%.While investors closely watch year-over-year changes in headline numbers -- revenue and earnings -- and how they compare to Wall Str ...

O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY) came out with quarterly earnings of $9.96 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $9.71 per share. This compares to earnings of $9.26 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 2.57%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this auto parts retailer would post earnings of $11.53 per share when it actually produced earnings of $11.41, delivering a surprise of -1.04%.Over the last four quart ...

O'Reilly Automotive reported robust revenue growth but fell short of earnings expectations due to higher costs.Aftermarket automotive parts specialist O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY 1.05%) reported mixed fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 earnings on Wednesday, Feb. 5. While Q4 revenue surpassed analysts' consensus estimates, reaching $4.1 billion compared to the expected $4.05 billion, the earnings per share (EPS) of $9.50 underperformed relative to the $9.75 forecast. Despite the earnings miss, the company had ...

Sales Performance - Fourth quarter sales increased by $264 million, or 7%, to $4.10 billion from $3.83 billion year-over-year[3] - Fourth quarter comparable store sales grew by 4.4%, while full-year comparable store sales increased by 2.9%[6] - Full-year sales rose by $896 million, or 6%, to $16.71 billion from $15.81 billion year-over-year[8] - Total sales for the year ended December 31, 2024, reached $16,708,479, an increase of 5.65% from $15,812,250 in 2023[23] Profitability - Gross profit for the fourth quarter was $2.10 billion, representing 51.3% of sales, and for the full year, it was $8.55 billion, or 51.2% of sales[3][8] - Net income for the fourth quarter decreased by $1 million to $551 million, or 13.5% of sales, while full-year net income increased by $40 million, or 2%, to $2.39 billion, or 14.3% of sales[5][9] - Gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $8,554,489, representing a gross margin of 51.2%, compared to $8,104,803 and a margin of 51.2% in 2023[23] - Net income for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $2,386,680, up from $2,346,581 in 2023, reflecting a growth of 1.7%[25] - Earnings per share for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $40.91, compared to $38.80 in 2023, indicating an increase of 5.7%[23] Store Expansion - The company opened 198 net new stores in 2024, meeting its expansion target[8] - The company opened 170 new stores in 2024, compared to 169 in 2023, indicating continued expansion efforts[28] - The ending domestic store count reached 6,265 in 2024, up from 6,095 in 2023, demonstrating successful market penetration[28] Financial Guidance - Full-year 2025 guidance includes total revenue of $17.4 billion to $17.7 billion and diluted earnings per share of $42.60 to $43.10[12] - The effective income tax rate for 2025 is projected to be 22.6%[12] Cash Flow and Assets - Net cash provided by operating activities for 2024 was $3.0 billion[7] - Net cash provided by operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $3,049,576, slightly up from $3,034,084 in 2023[25] - Total assets as of December 31, 2024, amounted to $14,893,741, an increase of 7.34% from $13,872,995 in 2023[21] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $130,245 as of December 31, 2024, down from $279,132 in 2023, a decline of 53.4%[25] Liabilities and Shareholder Equity - Total current liabilities increased to $8,283,505 as of December 31, 2024, from $7,661,353 in 2023, marking a rise of 8.1%[21] - The company’s total shareholders' deficit improved to $(1,370,961) as of December 31, 2024, from $(1,739,278) in 2023, indicating a reduction of 21.1%[21] Operational Metrics - Total employment increased to 93,176 in 2024 from 90,189 in 2023, reflecting growth in workforce[28] - Average inventory per store rose to $799,000 in 2024 from $757,000 in 2023, indicating higher stock levels[27] - The total lease cost per ASC 842 for 2024 was $543,495, up from $503,151 in 2023, showing increased leasing expenses[27] - Adjusted debt to EBITDAR ratio improved to 1.99 in 2024 from 2.03 in 2023, indicating better leverage management[27] - Free cash flow for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $1,987,808, slightly up from $1,987,720 in 2023[27] - The company reported a depreciation and amortization expense of $461,892 for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $409,061 in 2023, reflecting an increase of 12.9%[25]

Fourth quarter comparable store sales growth of 4.4%, full-year increase of 2.9%$3.0 billion net cash provided by operating activities in 2024 SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (the "Company" or "O'Reilly") (Nasdaq: ORLY), a leading retailer in the automotive aftermarket industry, today announced record revenue for its fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2024. The results represent 32 consecutive years of comparable store sales growth and record revenu ...

Fourth quarter comparable store sales growth of 4.4%, full-year increase of 2.9%$3.0 billion net cash provided by operating activities in 2024 SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- O’Reilly Automotive, Inc. (the “Company” or “O’Reilly”) (Nasdaq: ORLY), a leading retailer in the automotive aftermarket industry, today announced record revenue for its fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2024. The results represent 32 consecutive years of comparable store sales growth and record revenu ...