Frontline Ltd
FRO.OL
Kr.237.00 -0.42%
Exchange: OSL | Sector: Energy | Industry: Oil Gas Midstream
Q2 2024
Published: Sep 27, 2024

Earnings Highlights

  • Revenue of $556.03M up 8.4% year-over-year
  • EPS of $0.84 decreased by 19.2% from previous year
  • Gross margin of 39.0%
  • Net income of 187.57M
  • "We are witnessing a rebound in crude oil transportation needs, signaling a robust recovery for our fleet." - CEO

Frontline Ltd (FRO.OL) Q2 2024 Results: Navigating Through Market Fluctuations for Growth

Executive Summary

Frontline Ltd reported a significant increase in revenue for Q2 2024, reaching $556 million, a 33.98% growth sequentially, driven by increased shipping demand. However, net income was $187.57 million, reflecting an 18.68% decline year-on-year amid rising operational costs and interest expenses. Management expressed optimism about future performance, citing improvements in operational efficiency and strategic cost management as key factors for sustained profitability. The company's position remains strong within the oil and gas midstream industry, presenting attractive growth prospects despite challenges.

Key Performance Indicators

Revenue

556.03M
QoQ: 33.98% | YoY:8.44%

Gross Profit

217.00M
39.03% margin
QoQ: 42.82% | YoY:-15.00%

Operating Income

255.92M
QoQ: 85.39% | YoY:1.16%

Net Income

187.57M
QoQ: 58.46% | YoY:-18.68%

EPS

0.84
QoQ: 58.49% | YoY:-19.23%

Revenue Trend

Margin Analysis

Key Insights

Revenue increased to $556 million, up from $415 million in the previous quarter, demonstrating a QOQ growth of 33.98%, though down 8.44% year-on-year. Gross Profit stood at $217 million, with a gross margin of 39.03%, indicating improved operational efficiency versus last quarter's gross profit of $151 million (margin 36.6%). Operating Income rose sharply to $256 million, an increase of 85.39% QOQ, while net income reflected volatile market conditions with a year-on-year decline of 18.68% a...

Historical Earnings Comparison

PeriodRevenue ($M)EPS ($)YoY GrowthReport
Q4 2024 425.64 0.30 -26.4% View
Q3 2024 490.32 0.27 +30.0% View
Q2 2024 556.03 0.84 +8.4% View
Q1 2024 578.40 0.81 +9.1% View
Q4 2023 415.00 0.53 -16.6% View