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Autoliv (ALV)
NYSE:ALV
Earnings Data
Report Date
Apr 16, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
1.67Last Year’s EPS
1.58Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 12 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Apr 16, 2025
|% Change Since: 4.99%
|Next Earnings Date:Jul 18, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflects a strong start to the fiscal year for Autoliv with notable improvements in operational efficiency and financial performance metrics. However, challenges such as tariff uncertainties and unfavorable production mix present ongoing risks. The company shows resilience with its strategic cost reductions and innovation, maintaining a positive outlook despite market complexities.Company Guidance
During the first quarter of 2025, Autoliv Inc. reported a decrease in net sales by 1% year-over-year, totaling $2.6 billion, primarily impacted by negative currency translation effects. Despite this, the company achieved a 28% increase in adjusted operating income to $255 million, driven by cost reduction activities, including a reduction of the indirect workforce by over 1,500 and the direct headcount by 3,700 over the past year. The adjusted operating margin improved by 230 basis points to 9.9%. Earnings per share reached a record high due to a reduced number of shares and increased net profit. The return on capital employed remained robust at 26%, and the adjusted return on equity was 29%. The company also repurchased and retired 500,000 shares worth $50 million and paid a dividend of $0.70 per share. Looking forward, Autoliv reiterates its full-year guidance, expecting an adjusted operating cash flow of approximately $1.2 billion, despite navigating tariff challenges and economic uncertainties in the automotive industry.Strong Sales and Earnings Development
Autoliv reported stronger than expected sales driven by light vehicle production pull forward in Europe and North America and improved profit and operating margin compared to the previous year. Adjusted operating income increased by 28% to $255 million.
Cost Reduction Achievements
Autoliv reduced its indirect workforce by over 1,500 since Q1 2023 and its direct headcount by 3,700 over the past year, leading to significant cost savings and improved operational efficiency.
Record Earnings Per Share
The company reported record earnings per share for the first quarter, driven by a lower number of shares and high net profit.
Recognition for Innovation
Autoliv received the PACE Pilot Award for its Bernoulli airbag module, which inflates larger airbags more efficiently, lowering deployment cost and weight.
Strong Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns
Despite higher receivables from strong sales, cash flow remained solid. Autoliv repurchased and retired 500,000 shares for $50 million and paid a dividend of $0.70 per share.
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ALV Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
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ALV Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Apr 16, 2025 | $82.24 | $86.81 | +5.56% |
| Jan 31, 2025 | $100.59 | $95.96 | -4.60% |
| Oct 18, 2024 | $92.56 | $98.11 | +6.00% |
| Jul 19, 2024 | $106.31 | $95.62 | -10.06% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does Autoliv (ALV) report earnings?
Autoliv (ALV) is schdueled to report earning on Apr 16, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Autoliv (ALV) earnings time?
Autoliv (ALV) earnings time is at Apr 16, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is ALV EPS forecast?
ALV EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q1) is 1.67.
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