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Simpson Manufacturing Company (SSD) has reported a mixed set of results for the first quarter of 2024. The company saw a slight decline in net sales, which totaled $530.6 million. Despite a relatively stable U.S. housing market, North American volumes grew by 8%, contrasting with a 3.4% decrease in European net sales.
SAP SE (ETR:SAPG) (SAP) reported a robust start to 2024, with its first-quarter earnings showcasing a significant surge in cloud revenue and backlog, alongside a healthy increase in operating profit. The company's cloud revenue climbed by 25% to EUR 3.9 billion, while the current cloud backlog expanded by 28% to a record EUR 14.2 billion. Operating profit rose by 19% to EUR 1.5 billion, reflecting strong performance across various regions and a strategic focus on cloud and AI-driven growth.
Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CDNS) reported a robust first quarter in 2024, surpassing its own financial guidance with a total revenue of $1.009 billion. The company's strong performance is backed by significant design activity in key technology areas and a record backlog that positions it well for the future.
Marsh McLennan (NYSE: NYSE:MMC) has delivered robust financial results for the first quarter of 2024, with significant growth in underlying revenue across all business segments. The company reported a 9% increase in underlying revenue, an 11% rise in adjusted operating income, and a 14% growth in adjusted EPS. Additionally, Marsh McLennan completed $300 million in share repurchases and made strategic acquisitions to enhance its market position. The firm\’s insurance and reinsurance market conditions remained stable, with rate increases in primary insurance and reinsurance markets meeting the higher demand. Looking ahead, Marsh McLennan forecasts continued mid-single-digit or better underlying revenue growth, margin expansion, and strong adjusted EPS growth for the full year.
In the first quarter of 2024, Sands Corporation (LVS) reported strong financial performance, bolstered by the continued growth of the Macao gaming market, which has reached $28 billion in annualized revenue. The company is optimistic about the market\’s future, projecting growth to $30 billion and beyond. With substantial investments in Macao and Singapore, Sands has positioned itself for industry-leading returns and captured high-value tourism. Despite ongoing renovations, the company achieved solid results, including a record EBITDA of $597 million in Singapore, and has increased its ownership interest in Sands China (OTC:SCHYY) to approximately 71%.
CSX Corporation (NASDAQ:CSX) reported a stable first quarter in 2024, meeting expectations despite facing several challenges such as severe weather and the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. The company demonstrated growth in total volume, with a 7% increase in its intermodal business compared to the previous year. Revenue remained consistent with the previous quarter, while operating margin saw improvement. CSX expressed optimism for the year ahead, focusing on safety, customer service, and cost control. The company also paid tribute to former President and CEO Jim Foote.
Crown Castle International Corp. (NYSE: NYSE:CCI) has announced its first quarter 2024 earnings, appointing Steven Moskowitz as the new President and CEO and discussing a strategic review of its fiber business. The company reported 5% organic growth, excluding the impact of Sprint Cancellations, and reaffirmed its full-year outlook with an expected 2% organic growth in site rental billings.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Bharatiya Janata Party is widely expected to win a third term, which will help his administration continue its focus on modernizing infrastructure and boost manufacturing. Indian equities have risen to records this year following a rally driven by robust economic growth.
By Marc Jones, Simon Jessop, Jake Spring and Marcela Ayres
ABB Ltd (SIX:ABBN). (ABBNY) shares jumped more than 5% in European trading Thursday after the company hiked its profitability outlook for 2024.