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Investing.com -- Shares of Compass Inc (NYSE: COMP) soared 24% after the company reported stronger-than-expected revenue for the fourth quarter, signaling robust growth despite a challenging real estate market. The tech-enabled real estate services company announced Q4 earnings per share (EPS) of ($0.08), slightly ahead of the analyst estimate of ($0.09). Revenue for the quarter was reported at $1.38 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $1.29 billion and showcasing a significant 25.9% increase year-over-year (YoY).
Compass also provided an optimistic outlook for the first quarter of 2025, forecasting revenues between $1.35 billion and $1.475 billion, which comfortably exceeds the consensus of $1.335 billion. Adjusted EBITDA projections range from $11 million to $25 million for Q1.
The company’s press release detailed a series of operational highlights, including a 24.1% increase in transactions for Q4, which outpaced the overall market growth. Compass’s market share grew to 5.06%, marking a 65 basis point improvement YoY. The number of principal agents at Compass also increased by 20.9% YoY, contributing to the company’s expansion.
Compass’s CEO, Robert Reffkin, expressed confidence in the company’s positioning for future growth, attributing success to their cost discipline, proprietary technology platform, and network of top agents. CFO Kalani Reelitz highlighted the company’s financial health, with a cash balance of $223.8 million at the end of Q4 and positive operating cash flow throughout the year.
Analysts have responded positively to Compass’s performance and outlook. Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS)’s Matthew Cost acknowledged the company’s strong execution and expense discipline, raising the price target to $8.50 while maintaining an Equalweight rating. He noted, "4Q results and guidance demonstrated strong execution against a tough housing backdrop and we were encouraged by continued expense discipline."
Compass’s strategic initiatives, such as the three-phase marketing strategy and the integration of Christie’s International Real Estate, are anticipated to further drive market share gains and enhance the company’s competitive advantage in the real estate sector.
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