CHS Inc
CHSCM
$24.94 0.08%
Exchange: NASDAQ | Sector: Consumer Defensive | Industry: Agricultural Farm Products
Q4 2024
Published: Nov 6, 2024

Earnings Highlights

  • Revenue of $9.17B down 3.3% year-over-year
  • Gross margin of 4.5%
  • Net income of 111.82M
  • "We remain committed to managing costs but are facing unprecedented pressures that affect our margins and bottom line." - CEO of CHS Inc

CHS Inc (CHSCM) Q4 2024 Financial Results Analysis: A Challenging Quarter

Executive Summary

CHS Inc reported disappointing financial results for Q4 2024, highlighting a year-over-year revenue decline of 3.34% to $9.17 billion. The quarter saw significant gross profit erosion, dropping by 32.96% to $411 million, which emphasizes the impact of unfavorable market conditions and increased cost pressures. Despite a slight recovery in certain product segments, overall profitability weakened substantially, leading to a net income of $111.8 million, down 59.78% year-over-year. Management noted that challenges in the agricultural products market, coupled with fluctuating commodity prices, have adversely affected sales volumes and margins. They are actively pursuing operational efficiencies and cost management strategies to navigate these challenges. In light of these results, investors should be cautious and closely monitor the company's performance in upcoming quarters as it seeks to adapt to a shifting market landscape.

Key Performance Indicators

Revenue

9.17B
QoQ: -4.53% | YoY:-3.34%

Gross Profit

411.06M
4.48% margin
QoQ: -12.13% | YoY:-32.96%

Operating Income

138.62M
QoQ: -9.35% | YoY:-58.19%

Net Income

111.82M
QoQ: -62.39% | YoY:-59.78%

Revenue Trend

Margin Analysis

Key Insights

Revenue: $9.17 billion, a decrease of 3.34% YoY and 4.53% QoQ. Gross Profit: $411 million, 32.96% YoY decline indicating significant upward pressure on costs. Net Income: $111.8 million, marking a 59.78% drop year-over-year. Operating Income: $138.6 million, down 58.19% YoY, suggesting a substantial decrease in operational efficiency. EBITDA of $171 million, reflecting a challenging operating environment. Earnings before tax declined significantly due to rising costs and competitive pressu...

Historical Earnings Comparison

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