Verra Mobility Corporation - VRRM STOCK NEWS

Verra Mobility (NASDAQ: VRRM) announced its Q2 2024 financial results, showing strong growth. Total revenue was $222.4 million, a 9% increase from Q2 2023. Net income rose to $34.2 million ($0.20 per share), up from $19.1 million ($0.13 per share) in Q2 2023. Adjusted EPS improved to $0.31 compared to $0.29 last year. Adjusted EBITDA was $102.2 million, maintaining a 46% margin.

The Commercial Services segment saw a 10% revenue increase to $104.0 million, with a 14% profit increase. Government Solutions revenue grew 11% to $97.7 million, while profit decreased due to higher operating expenses. Parking Solutions revenue declined 5% to $20.7 million with reduced profit.

Net cash from operations was $40.0 million, down from $62.7 million, primarily due to timing of tax payments. Adjusted Free Cash Flow decreased to $26.0 million from $51.0 million. As of June 30, 2024, cash and equivalents stood at $122.0 million.

The company reaffirmed its 2024 full-year guidance and noted a $100 million share repurchase program, with $48.5 million remaining.

Verra Mobility (NASDAQ: VRRM), a leading provider of smart mobility technology solutions, has announced its schedule for the second quarter 2024 earnings call. The company will report its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, after market close on August 8, 2024. CEO David Roberts and CFO Craig Conti will host a conference call and live webcast at 5:00 p.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results with investors and analysts.

Interested parties can access the call via phone or webcast. An audio replay will be available until August 22, 2024, and an archived webcast will be accessible on Verra Mobility's Investor Relations website.

Verra Mobility, a leader in smart mobility technology, released a report revealing that 93% of U.S. cities expect to accommodate driverless vehicles within five years. The survey, conducted with technology leaders, highlighted challenges and trends in urban mobility, including AI, EVs, and connected vehicles.

Key findings include that 52% of leaders want to use AI for road safety, 55% prioritize reducing safety incidents, and 43% have deprioritized EV infrastructure due to low consumer demand. Additionally, 81% foresee necessary updates for connected vehicle systems, and 73% face data analysis barriers impacting mobility and safety improvements.

Verra Mobility's CEO, David Roberts, emphasized the importance of technology in addressing these challenges amid rising roadway fatalities. The survey, conducted by Wakefield Research, included 100 municipal CIOs and Deputy CIOs from cities of varying sizes.

Verra Mobility (NASDAQ: VRRM) and Hayden AI have announced a partnership to deliver automated bus lane and bus stop enforcement solutions across the U.S. The collaboration aims to enhance road safety, sustainability, and public transit reliability using Hayden AI's mobile perception technology and Verra Mobility's customer integration experience. This partnership will offer cities a comprehensive mobility solution to reduce commute times, congestion, and pollution, while increasing accessibility and safety. Verra Mobility processes over 50 million safety events worldwide, while Hayden AI leads the U.S. market in mobile automated bus lane enforcement. The partnership has already shown success in New York City, where a 20% reduction in collisions was achieved using the integrated technology.

Verra Mobility (NASDAQ: VRRM) has partnered with Bluedot to offer comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) charging capabilities for fleet customers. This collaboration enables fleet operators to locate, charge, and automatically pay for charging at over 80% of public charging stations in the U.S. The partnership addresses critical challenges such as range anxiety, battery limitations, and streamlined payment solutions. With new legislative requirements and major corporations like Walmart and Amazon transitioning to electric fleets, this solution is timely and essential.

Bluedot's platform automates payments and consolidates billing, reducing administrative burdens while also providing home charging solutions. Verra Mobility's established services include toll payment management and violation processing, benefiting over seven million vehicles globally. This partnership aims to facilitate smoother transitions to electric fleets, enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability.

Verra Mobility (NASDAQ: VRRM), a leader in smart mobility technology, has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the third consecutive year. 82% of its U.S. employees affirm it as a great workplace, compared to 57% at typical U.S. companies. This certification, based on employee feedback, highlights Verra Mobility's commitment to creating an engaging and fulfilling work environment. Chief People Officer Cate Prescott emphasized the company's dedication to attracting and retaining top talent. The certification underscores Verra Mobility's status as a top employer, with research showing Certified workplaces foster better employee satisfaction and opportunities for advancement.

Verra Mobility (NASDAQ: VRRM), a leader in smart mobility technology solutions, announced participation in two investor conferences in June 2024. CEO David Roberts and CFO Craig Conti will present at the Baird 2024 Global Consumer, Technology & Services Conference on June 4 at 9:05am ET and at the William Blair 44th Annual Growth Stock Conference on June 6 at 11:00am ET. Both events will be webcast live and replays will be available on Verra Mobility's investor relations website.

Verra Mobility, a smart mobility technology solutions provider, partners with Polk County Public Schools in Florida to equip over 500 school buses with safety camera technology. The program aims to enforce school bus stop-arm safety laws to protect children on their commute, with the goal of reducing reckless driving behavior and increasing road safety for students.

Verra Mobility (NASDAQ: VRRM) announced its first quarter 2024 financial results, reporting total revenue of $209.7 million, net income of $29.1 million, and cash flows from operations of $34.3 million. The company saw strong revenue growth across its operating segments and increased its 2024 financial guidance. Adjusted EPS was $0.27 per share, and adjusted EBITDA was $92.8 million. Verra Mobility also refinanced its 2021 Term Loan and settled a legal dispute with PlusPass, Inc. by acquiring assets and resolving all litigation.