Princy Thomas's questions to Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc (BFAM) leadership • Q2 2025
Question
Princy Thomas of Barclays inquired about the full-year margin expectations for each business segment and asked for management's perspective on the potential benefits from the 45F employer childcare tax credit.
Answer
Chief Financial Officer Elizabeth Boland provided margin guidance, expecting 25-30% for backup care, approximately 125 basis points of expansion for full service, and high teens to 20% for Ed Advising. Chief Executive Officer Stephen Kramer noted that the increased 45F tax credit underscores the importance of employer-sponsored care and could be attractive for existing clients, but expressed caution about its impact on stimulating new client demand due to historical precedent.