- Coupang’s first-quarter report shows a miss in earnings but better-than-expected revenue.
- The South Korean e-commerce giant’s stock slid in Wednesday trading following the report.
- Despite the dip, Coupang’s shares are up 33% this year, outperforming the S&P 500.
Coupang’s Q1 report reveals a miss in earnings but an exceedance in revenue, causing a dip in stock prices. However, the company’s shares remain strong, up 33% this year.
Coupang’s Q1 Earnings and Revenue
South Korean e-commerce leader Coupang (CPNG) reported a net income of $5 million, or 0 cents per share, missing analysts’ projections of 5 cents per share. However, the company’s revenue for the March-ended quarter increased 23% to $7.1 billion, topping consensus estimates of $6.9 billion. Following the report, Coupang’s stock dropped more than 8% to 21.57 in recent action.
Impact of Farfetch Deal and Increased Competition
Coupang attributes its lower-than-expected earnings to the inclusion of Farfetch in its business, following a $500 million deal to acquire the global luxury goods marketplace. Without Farfetch, Coupang’s net income for the quarter would have been $98 million, or 5 cents per share. The company also highlighted the need for continued investment in its operations to fend off competitors like China-based PDD Holdings and Alibaba, who are looking to expand in South Korea.
Coupang’s Market Performance and Future Outlook
Despite the slide in stock prices, Coupang’s shares have had a strong start in 2024, with a 33% increase so far this year. The company plans to continue investing billions in capital expenditures over the next few years to strengthen its fulfillment and logistics infrastructure. Coupang’s stock had a strong IBD Composite Rating of 91 out of 99 coming into the report, indicating a strong performance among growth stocks.
Conclusion
While Coupang’s Q1 report showed a miss in earnings, the company’s better-than-expected revenue and strong market performance indicate a promising future. With plans for continued investment and a strong start to the year, Coupang remains a strong contender in the e-commerce market.
