Worries about stunted growth in FEMSA's OXXO convenience store chain were eased, as the Q4 report indicated a rebound. While Mexican stocks are not popular right now due to U.S. trade tariff concerns, FEMSA should have minimal direct exposure to any tariffs. Management is interested in increasing leverage, which is not only an indication of increased shareholder returns, but also management confidence.
FMX's fourth-quarter results reflect gains across all business units and favorable currency rates, as well as improved margins.
Fomento Económico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:FMX ) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 27, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Juan Fonseca - Director, Investor Relations José Antonio Fernández Carbajal - Chief Executive Officer & Chairman Martin Arias - Chief Financial Officer Jorge Collazo - Coca-Cola, Investor Relations Conference Call Participants Ricardo Alves - Morgan Stanley Lisa Lane - Bank of America Hector Maya - Scotiabank Rodrigo Alcantara - UBS Renata Cabral - Citibank Ulises Argote - Santander Ben Theurer - Barclays Operator Good day, and welcome to today's FEMSA's Fourth Quarter 2024 Results Conference Call.
FMX remains on track for growth on effective growth strategies and strong market demand. It is progressing well on the FEMSA Forward Strategy.
Fomento progresses smoothly on its Forward plan. The company divests its plastics solutions operations to AMMI.
FEMSA is a collection of high-quality businesses, mostly in Latin America, and has seen its stock price falter in recent quarters. The company has diverse operations, including Coca-Cola FEMSA, OXXO convenience stores, a growing health division, and a fuel services business. Potential international trade tariffs look to have little direct impact on FEMSA's businesses.
FMX sells its refrigeration and food service operations to Mill Point Capital, aiming to enhance long-term value by focusing on core business areas.
FMX's Q3 results reflect revenue growth across all operating segments. Favorable currency effects from the depreciation of the Mexican Peso also aid the top line.
Fomento Económico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:FMX ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call October 28, 2024 10:30 AM ET Company Participants Juan Fonseca - Director, IR José Antonio Fernández Garza-Lagüera - CEO, Proximity & Health Martin Arias - CFO Conference Call Participants Ricardo Alves - Morgan Stanley Bob Ford - Bank of America Antonio Hernandez - Actinver Ben Theurer - Barclays Thiago Bortoluci - Goldman Sachs Alvaro Garcia - BTG Pactual Rodrigo Alcantara - UBS Carlos Laboy - HSBC Hector Maya - Scotiabank Ulises Argote - Santander Operator Hello, and welcome to FEMSA's Third Quarter 2024 Results Conference Call.
FEMSA is poised for growth on effective growth strategies, including the FEMSA Forward Strategy, Digital@FEMSA and retail business expansion.
FMX stock's performance is affected by macroeconomic challenges and rising competition, but the FEMSA Forward Strategy positions the company for long-term growth.
FEMSA's Q2 results were mixed, with strong performance from Coca-Cola FEMSA driving the upside and offsetting weaker results in other segments. Weaker growth from Oxxo this quarter isn't a major concern, as calendar effects (the timing of Holy Week) have a lot to do with it and margins continue to improve. Ongoing investments in digital and drugstores may irk some investors, but long-term growth opportunities in core businesses remain promising and worthy of further investment.