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Block (SQ) Reports In-Line Q3 EPS; raises outlook

November 7, 2024 4:16 PM

Block (NYSE: SQ) reported Q3 EPS of $0.88, in-line with the analyst estimate of $0.88. Revenue for the quarter came in at $5.98 billion versus the consensus estimate of $6.24 billion.

"For the full year, we continue to expect gross profit of at least $8.89 billion, or 18% growth year over year. We are raising our full-year outlook for profitability to reflect outperformance in the third quarter. For Adjusted Operating Income, we expect at least $1.56 billion, or 18% margin for the full year. We remain focused on achieving Rule of 40 in 2026, which we calculate as gross profit growth plus Adjusted Operating Income margin. Our updated guidance for the full year equates to a Rule of 36, an increase compared to our prior guidance of Rule of 35 and an improvement compared to the prior year. Our outlook does not assume any additional macroeconomic deterioration, which could impact results. On a GAAP basis, we expect to recognize approximately $53 million in expenses related to amortization of intangible assets in each of the third and fourth quarters, based on the intangible assets as of September 30, 2024. These amounts may be affected by fluctuations in foreign exchange rates in future periods."

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