Frontdoor, Inc. - FTDR STOCK NEWS

Frontdoor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FTDR) reported second-quarter 2021 results showing an 11% revenue increase to $462 million and an adjusted EBITDA of $114 million, reflecting a 14% rise. Net income fell 17% to $40 million, primarily due to $30 million in debt extinguishment costs. The company anticipates full-year revenue between $1.60 billion and $1.62 billion. CEO Rex Tibbens noted challenges in the real estate channel but expects revenue growth of 9% to 10% in 2021. The total number of home service plans rose to 2.24 million, a 3% increase from last year.

Frontdoor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FTDR) will announce its second-quarter 2021 financial results on August 4, 2021, at 3:30 p.m. Central time, followed by a conference call. Participants can dial in or join via webcast, which will include a slide presentation. Frontdoor serves 2.2 million customers with a network of about 17,500 pre-qualified contractors and provides customizable home service plans. The company is focused on reducing the hassles of homeownership, backed by 50 years of experience in the industry.

Frontdoor, Inc (NASDAQ: FTDR) announces the appointment of Tony Bacos as its first Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Officer. This new role aims to enhance the company's technological transformation in the home service industry. Bacos brings extensive experience from Amazon, where he held multiple leadership positions, and will oversee technology initiatives, including data science and machine learning. Frontdoor serves 2.2 million customers and responds to over four million service requests annually, positioning itself as a leader in home service plans.

Frontdoor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FTDR) has successfully refinanced its capital structure, resulting in an expected annual interest expense reduction of approximately $30 million compared to 2020. The company lowered gross debt by around $350 million in the first half of 2021 and extended average debt maturity by two years. Notably, Frontdoor redeemed its $350 million 6.75% Senior Notes due 2026 and established new credit facilities with a total of $890 million. The refinancing enhances Frontdoor's financial flexibility and strengthens its business position.

Frontdoor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FTDR), the leading provider of home service plans, will participate in the 41st Annual Growth Stock Conference hosted by William Blair. Management will engage in a virtual fireside chat on June 3, 2021. The live webcast can be accessed here, with a replay available on the company website for 60 days post-event.

Frontdoor, Inc (NASDAQ: FTDR), a leader in home service plans, will attend J.P. Morgan’s 49th Annual Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference. Management will participate in a virtual fireside chat on May 25, 2021. The live webcast is accessible here, with a replay available for 60 days post-event at investors.frontdoorhome.com. Frontdoor serves 2.2 million customers and responds to over four million service requests annually.

Frontdoor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FTDR), a leader in home service plans, is initiating a refinancing transaction to cut annual interest expenses and extend debt maturities. The plan involves using cash reserves and issuing new term loans alongside a revolving credit facility to repay existing $350 million 6.750% Senior Notes due 2026. This transaction aims to lower gross leverage, decrease the weighted average interest rate, and extend the average maturity. Final details will be announced upon closing, expected in June.

Frontdoor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FTDR) reported first-quarter 2021 results, revealing a 12% revenue increase to $329 million compared to $294 million in 2020. Despite revenue growth, net income fell 63% to $5 million, and diluted earnings per share decreased 60% to $0.06. The company completed a $100 million discretionary debt repayment and maintains $611 million in liquidity. Full-year revenue expectations remain at $1.63 billion to $1.65 billion, with an anticipated 48% gross profit margin. Adjusted EBITDA was $36 million, down 24% from the prior year.

Frontdoor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FTDR) will release its Q1 2021 financial results and host a conference call on May 6, 2021, at 3:30 p.m. CT. The call will include a slide presentation available via webcast at investors.frontdoorhome.com. Replay options will be available for 60 days after the call. Frontdoor provides home service plans through its brands, serving 2.2 million customers with a network of around 17,500 contractors and 62,000 technicians.