Nagarro Achieves Strong Revenue Growth in Q3 2024 Results
Nagarro Posts Solid Performance with Revenue Increase
Today, Nagarro, a prominent global leader in digital engineering, has shared its noteworthy financial results for the third quarter of 2024 along with its nine-month performance summary. This report indicates robust revenue growth, demonstrating the company's resilience and strategic positioning despite the challenges in the market.
Q3 2024 Financial Highlights
In the third quarter of 2024, Nagarro reported impressive revenue of €242.9 million, which marks a 3.7% increase compared to €234.3 million in the same quarter of 2023. When adjusted for constant currency, this growth rate stands at a substantial 5.6%. Organic year-over-year revenue growth was noted at 5.0% in constant currency, translating to an effective growth of 3.0% in Euro terms. These results reflect the company’s commitment to improving its financial performance while facing industry challenges.
Revised Accounting Practices
The company has realigned its cost revenue definitions from the first quarter of 2024, aligning more closely with standard practices across the IT services sector. Under this revised accounting method, gross profit for Q3 2024 was reported at €76.5 million, a promising increase from €56.1 million in Q3 2023 according to the prior standards. This shift has allowed for a gross margin improvement from 23.9% in Q3 2023 to 27.4% in Q3 2024.
EBITDA and Profit Growth
In terms of earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), the company saw an increase to €34.6 million, which accounts for 14.3% of its revenue for Q3 2024, up from €32.0 million (13.7% of revenue) in Q3 2023. The overall EBITDA also reflected an increase, moving from €30.6 million recorded in the previous year to €31.9 million in Q3 2024. Such financial performance highlights significant operational effectiveness and strategic focus.
Nine-Month Performance Overview
Examining the nine-month results, Nagarro achieved a remarkable revenue growth of €725.4 million in 2024, representing a 5.0% increase compared to €690.6 million in 2023. Adjusted for constant currency, the growth climbed as high as 6.1%. Even when considering organic year-over-year revenue growth, the company achieved a 2.6% increase in constant currency and a 2.0% increase in Euro terms.
Profit Margins and Gross Profit Growth
The gross profit for this nine-month period reached €223.5 million according to the new methods, compared to €175.0 million a year earlier, showcasing substantial increases in gross margins—from 25.3% in 2023 to 26.6% in 2024 under the previous method. The adjusted EBITDA for the nine months saw an increase to €109.3 million, up from €92.4 million in the previous year, affirming Nagarro's strong operational leverage.
Company Operations and Employee Insights
Ultimately, Nagarro's workforce dynamics have seen significant changes, with a reduction of about 475 professionals bringing the total employee count down to 17,938. These strategic workforce adjustments vest in the company’s ability to streamline its operations and ensure continued profitability.
Executive Insights on Growth
As Gagan Bakshi, Managing Director of Nagarro, emphasized, 'Nagarro continues to grow in spite of challenging market conditions, with yet another satisfactory quarterly performance. We are excited about our latest acquisition and partnerships, which are in sync with our strategic vision and will help us grow and succeed'. This statement underlines the company's forward-moving trajectory and its commitment to innovation and market leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Nagarro's revenue growth in Q3 2024?
Nagarro reported a revenue growth of 3.7% year-over-year, reaching €242.9 million in Q3 2024.
How did Nagarro's gross profit change in recent quarters?
In Q3 2024, Nagarro's gross profit increased to €76.5 million, improving significantly from €56.1 million in Q3 2023, reflecting a strategic realignment in accounting practices.
What is the significance of EBITDA in Nagarro's financial results?
EBITDA for Q3 2024 grew to €34.6 million, demonstrating operational efficiency and a positive trend in financial health.
How has Nagarro adjusted its workforce?
The company reduced its workforce by 475 employees, adjusting its structure to meet current market demands better.
What growth strategies are highlighted by Nagarro's management?
Nagarro's management emphasizes growth through strategic acquisitions and partnerships aligned with their vision for future success.
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