Pls comment on North American Construction Group qrty earning and this company going forward.
EPS of $1.17 beat estimates of $1.07; revenue of $286.9M missed estimates of $304.3M. EBITDA of $106.4M beat estimates of $103.4M. The stock rose 13% on the news as it outlined a positive outlook, with expected 2024 revenue of $1.4B+, and EPS of $3.95+. Estimates are $3.77. Revenue rose sharply as last year's Australian acquisition is working very well. But Canadian operations were also strong. EBITDA margins increased nearly 8 points to 29%. Strong growth is also expected in 2025. At 7X earnings, investors collectively decided this stock was too cheap at the old price, considering these results.