BLBD Stock Recent News

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BLBD has already emerged as a potential winner in the school bus segment during the intensified tariff war, as its competitors report impacted sales. The same has already been observed in its double beat FQ2'25 performance and reiterated FY2025/ long-term (2028+) guidance, thanks to its highly strategic US-based presence. While tariffs may pose COGS headwinds from 2026 onwards, we may see BLBD raise prices instead, allowing them to navigate the near-term uncertainties.

Blue Bird Corporation's Q2 2025 results showed revenue growth and higher adjusted EPS, despite missing analysts' earnings expectations, reinforcing my 'strong buy' rating. Management's narrowed guidance and reaffirmed long-term outlook, along with undervalued stock pricing, highlight significant growth potential, especially in electric bus deliveries. Profitability metrics were mixed, but adjusted operating cash flow rose, and future projections suggest substantial upside potential, with shares trading at attractive multiples.

Blue Bird Corporation (NASDAQ:BLBD ) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 7, 2025 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Mark Benfield - Head, IR John Wyskiel - President & CEO Razvan Radulescu - CFO Conference Call Participants Mike Shlisky - D.A. Davidson Eric Stine - Craig-Hallum Tyler DiMatteo - BTIG Craig Irwin - ROTH Capital Partners Chris Pierce - Needham Operator Good morning or good afternoon.

Blue Bird (BLBD) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.96 per share, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate. This compares to earnings of $0.89 per share a year ago.

MACON, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blue Bird Corporation (“Blue Bird”) (Nasdaq: BLBD), the leader in electric and low-emission school buses, announced today its fiscal 2025 second quarter results. Highlights (in millions except Unit Sales and EPS data)   Three Months Ended March 29, 2025   B/(W) Prior Year   Six Months Ended March 29, 2025   B/(W) Prior Year Unit Sales     2,295     41     4,425     42 GAAP Measures:                 Revenue   $ 358.9   $ 12.9   $ 672.7   $ 9.1 Net Income   $ 26.0   $.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BLBD's fiscal second-quarter EPS and revenues is pegged at 96 cents and $390 million, respectively.

Blue Bird Corporation is undervalued, trading at a forward non-GAAP P/E multiple of 8.8x, significantly lower than the sector median of ~17.7x. Despite uncertainty in EV bus adoption, BLBD benefits from an aging bus fleet and underinvestment in buses for the last 5 years. BLBD's recent financial performance exceeded expectations, with strong revenue and EPS, and management maintaining optimistic year-end guidance despite policy headwinds.

MACON, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blue Bird Corporation (Nasdaq: BLBD), the leader in electric and low-emission school buses, showcases its latest zero- and ultra-low emission commercial vehicle platforms at the upcoming 2025 Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, North America's largest advanced transportation technology event. The company presents both its groundbreaking electric step van and propane-powered stripped chassis at the industry event from April 28-30, 2025, at the Anaheim Conventio.

Blue Bird (BLBD) concluded the recent trading session at $35.36, signifying a -0.69% move from its prior day's close.