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On Tuesday, Citi analyst Andrew Schmidt adjusted the price target for Repay Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:RPAY), a leading provider of payment processing solutions, to $8.00, descending from the previous target of $10.00. Despite this change, the firm maintained its Neutral rating on the company’s stock. According to InvestingPro data, RPAY is currently trading near its 52-week low of $7.08, with analyst targets ranging from $8.00 to $14.00, suggesting potential upside. The revision follows Repay’s fourth-quarter earnings report, which did not meet the company’s own revenue and gross profit forecasts. Despite the challenges, InvestingPro data shows the company maintains a robust gross profit margin of 77.12% and achieved revenue growth of 5.53% over the last twelve months. Factors contributing to the shortfall included weaker performance in both the Business-to-Business (B2B) and Consumer segments.
Repay’s Consumer segment underperformed partly due to the loss of a client in the Communication Solutions sector and persistent macroeconomic softness affecting accounts receivable management (ARM) and the automotive industry. The B2B segment also experienced softness in accounts receivable and was impacted by the migration of clients to Repay’s TotalPay solution. Nevertheless, InvestingPro analysis indicates strong liquidity with a current ratio of 2.69, suggesting the company remains well-positioned to navigate these challenges. For deeper insights into RPAY’s financial health and growth potential, investors can access the comprehensive Pro Research Report, available exclusively on InvestingPro.
The company has opted not to provide a financial outlook for fiscal year 2025 at this time. Schmidt cited the carryover effects from the fourth quarter as the reason for lowering future earnings estimates for Repay. Additionally, Repay has commenced a strategic review process to explore various options, although the outcomes of this process remain uncertain.
The lack of clear forward visibility and the impact of losing multiple clients have negatively influenced both growth prospects and investor sentiment surrounding Repay. Citi’s stance reflects a wait-and-see approach, indicating that the firm is awaiting greater confidence in Repay’s potential for growth before altering its investment rating.
In other recent news, Repay Holdings Corp reported its fourth-quarter 2024 earnings, which showed an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.24, slightly below the forecasted $0.25. The company’s revenue for the quarter was $78.3 million, missing the expected $82.41 million. Despite the revenue shortfall, Repay Holdings experienced a 3% year-over-year increase in revenue, with adjusted EBITDA growing by 9% in the fourth quarter. The company is conducting a strategic review, including potential mergers and acquisitions, as part of its efforts to enhance shareholder value. Analysts have noted that the company is exploring strategic alternatives, which could include a sale or take-private transaction. Additionally, Repay Holdings is focusing on expanding its software partnerships and enhancing its payment capabilities, particularly in the healthcare and property management sectors. The company reported strong free cash flow conversion, with 64% in the fourth quarter and 75% for the full year.
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