Ameren Corporation
0HE2.L
$103.66 0.86%
Exchange: LSE | Sector: Utilities | Industry: General Utilities
Q4 2024
Published: Feb 18, 2025

Earnings Highlights

  • Revenue of $1.94B up 20% year-over-year
  • EPS of $0.77 increased by 28.3% from previous year
  • Gross margin of 40.9%
  • Net income of 207.00M
  • ""Our investments in renewable resources are yielding positive results, contributing to both revenue growth and customer satisfaction. We see this as a cornerstone for our future strategy."" - CEO

Ameren Corporation (0HE2.L) Q4 2024 Financial Results: A Resilient Utility Amidst Mixed Performance

Executive Summary

In Q4 2024, Ameren Corporation reported total revenues of $1.941 billion, marking a year-over-year increase of approximately 19.96%, despite a quarter-over-quarter decline of 10.68%. The company's net income surged by 31.01% year-over-year to $207 million, reflecting strong operational efficiencies and effective cost management strategies, though it exhibited a notable decrease of 54.61% compared to the previous quarter. Management highlighted robust performance due to favorable regulatory adjustments and increased customer demand, particularly in renewable energy segments. However, performance metrics like operating income and earnings per share (EPS) demonstrated strain from higher operational costs and capital expenditures. The report underscores Ameren's ongoing commitment to investing in infrastructure, with capital expenditures reaching $1.324 billion during the quarter. In light of these results, management provided a cautious outlook, emphasizing the need for continued investment in technology and sustainability initiatives while addressing competitive pressures and regulatory challenges.

Key Performance Indicators

Revenue

1.94B
QoQ: -10.68% | YoY:19.96%

Gross Profit

794.00M
40.91% margin
QoQ: -29.36% | YoY:4.06%

Operating Income

198.00M
QoQ: -66.21% | YoY:-25.00%

Net Income

207.00M
QoQ: -54.61% | YoY:31.01%

EPS

0.77
QoQ: -54.97% | YoY:28.33%

Revenue Trend

Margin Analysis

Key Insights

  • **Revenue:** $1.941 billion (YoY: +19.96%, QoQ: -10.68%)
  • **Net Income:** $207 million (YoY: +31.01%, QoQ: -54.61%)
  • **EPS:** $0.77 (YoY: +28.33%, QoQ: -54.97%)
  • **Operating Income:** $198 million (YoY: -25.00%, QoQ: -66.21%)
  • **Gross Profit Margin:** 40.91%. The quarter represented a strategic pivot in operations, amplifying growth in renewable segments while navigating cost pressures. The YoY revenue growth is attributed to enhanced customer consumption and regulatory frameworks favoring utility investments. Conversely, QoQ reductions in key profit metrics indicate potential short-term challenges related to seasonal expenditures and project timelines.

Historical Earnings Comparison

PeriodRevenue ($M)EPS ($)YoY GrowthReport
Q2 2025 2,221.00 1.01 +31.2% View
Q1 2025 2,097.00 1.07 +15.5% View
Q4 2024 1,941.00 0.77 +20.0% View
Q3 2024 2,173.00 1.70 +5.5% View
Q2 2024 1,693.00 0.97 -3.8% View