Craneware PLC
LSE:CRW

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Price: 2 030 GBX -1.46% Market Closed
Market Cap: 720.9m GBX

Craneware PLC
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Craneware PLC, a prominent player in the healthcare software industry, crafts its narrative in the pursuit of financial optimization for hospitals across the United States. Established in 1999, Craneware recognized that hospitals were grappling with intricate billing processes and revenue cycle inefficiencies. By focusing on developing comprehensive software solutions, Craneware has strategically positioned itself to help these institutions navigate the labyrinth of medical billing and coding. With its suite of services, including charge capture, pricing analytics, and cost management, Craneware aids hospitals in maximizing their revenue and ensuring compliance. This focus allows healthcare providers to transform data into actionable insights, which not only streamlines operations but also enhances fiscal performance.

Revenue generation for Craneware comes primarily from its software sales and accompanying support services. The company employs a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, wherein clients subscribe to its offerings on a recurring basis, ensuring a steady inflow of income while fostering long-term business relationships. This model capitalizes on the growing demand for cloud-based solutions, providing clients with the flexibility and scalability required in a constantly evolving healthcare landscape. Craneware’s unique positioning at the intersection of healthcare and financial management means its growth is not just dependent on acquiring new clients, but also on deepening engagements with existing ones, providing upgrades and enhancements that serve the ever-changing needs of the healthcare industry.

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Last Earnings Call
Fiscal Period
Q4 2024
Call Date
Sep 6, 2024
AI Summary
Q4 2024

Revenue Growth: Craneware delivered 9% revenue growth to $189.3 million, coming in above market expectations.

Strong Margins: EBITDA margin remained robust at 31%, and the company continues to target 30%+ margins while investing for growth.

EPS Increase: Adjusted EPS grew 9% year-over-year, helped by reduced interest expenses due to debt paydown.

Recurring Revenue: Annual recurring revenue (ARR) held steady at $172 million, with future sales expected to accelerate ARR growth.

Cash Generation: The business converted 90% of EBITDA into operating cash, highlighting strong earnings quality.

Sales Momentum: New sales were up over 30%, with about 20% coming from new customers and 80% from cross-sell/upsell.

Strategic Partnerships: Craneware signed a significant alliance with Microsoft to support cloud migration and co-development.

Confident Outlook: Management expects a stable market environment and sees a substantial long-term growth opportunity.

Key Financials
Revenue
$189.3 million
EBITDA
$58.3 million
EBITDA Margin
31%
Annual Recurring Revenue
$172 million
Operating Cash Conversion
90%
Debt Outstanding
$35.4 million
Dividend
29p per share
Other Earnings Calls
2024

Management

Mr. Keith Neilson
Co-Founder, CEO & Executive Director
No Bio Available
Mr. Craig Thomas Preston ACA
CFO, Company Secretary & Executive Director
No Bio Available
Ms. Isabel Urquhart
Chief People Officer & Director
No Bio Available
Mr. Abhilesh Gandhi
Group Chief Technology Officer
No Bio Available
Mr. Derek William Paterson
Chief Information Officer
No Bio Available
Mr. Eric Carter
Chief Legal Officer
No Bio Available
Mr. Mark Montgomery
Chief Marketing Officer
No Bio Available
Ms. Karen Bowden RHIA
Executive Vice President of Customer Management
No Bio Available
Ms. Lidia A. Rodriguez-Hupp
Chief Customer Officer
No Bio Available
Ms. Tara Hanuscak
Chief Transformation Officer
No Bio Available

Contacts

Address
Edinburgh
1 Tanfield
Contacts
+441315503100.0
public.craneware.com