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Atlanta Braves Holdings, Inc. (BATRA)·Q1 2025 Earnings Summary
Executive Summary
- Q1 2025 revenue of $47.2M grew 27% YoY and beat Wall Street consensus by ~$10.3M; EPS of -$0.66 was better than consensus (-$0.88)*. Strength was driven by broadcasting (timing/contractual escalators) and “other” event revenue, including Savannah Bananas at Truist Park .
- Mixed-Use Development revenue rose 23% YoY to $18.6M, generating $12.9M of Adjusted OIBDA (+30% YoY), highlighting recurring, non-seasonal cash flow support .
- Sequentially, results softened versus Q4 2024 on seasonality (no regular-season home games in Q1), with Adjusted OIBDA at -$28.5M vs -$3.8M in Q4 2024 and diluted EPS -$0.66 vs -$0.31 .
- Key catalysts: unlocked D2C streaming with FanDuel/Gray Media, seven sellouts through first three homestands, and accretive Pennant Park acquisition to diversify and stabilize revenue .
What Went Well and What Went Wrong
What Went Well
- Broadcasting revenue doubled YoY (+104%) on two additional regular-season games in period and contractual rate increases; “other” baseball revenue rose 33% on events hosted at Truist Park (e.g., Savannah Bananas) .
- Mixed-Use Development posted $12.9M Adjusted OIBDA (+30% YoY), reflecting lease commencements, sponsorships, and parking—evidence of durable, non-seasonal contribution .
- Management signal: “We unlocked D2C streaming… it’s safe to say the Braves represent a significant portion of those subscriptions,” underscoring audience expansion and monetization optionality .
What Went Wrong
- Net loss of -$41.4M, with baseball operating costs up 8% YoY (player salaries, revenue sharing, event expenses), pressuring profitability despite strong top-line growth .
- Sequential deterioration (seasonality): Adjusted OIBDA -$28.5M vs -$3.8M in Q4 2024; diluted EPS -$0.66 vs -$0.31 .
- Management withheld forward guidance for Pennant Park specifics (“accretive immediately,” no guidance), leaving some P&L visibility gaps short term .
Financial Results
YoY Comparison – Q1 2024 vs Q1 2025
Sequential Comparison – Q4 2024 vs Q1 2025
Actual vs Wall Street Consensus – Q1 2025
Values with asterisks retrieved from S&P Global.
Segment Breakdown – Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024
KPIs and Balance Sheet Snapshot
Guidance Changes
Earnings Call Themes & Trends
Management Commentary
- “We unlocked D2C streaming… it’s safe to say the Atlanta Braves represent a significant portion of those D2C subscriptions.” – Derek Schiller .
- “This quarter marked a significant milestone… acquisition of Pennant Park… immediately accretive… strategic diversification aligning with our long-term vision.” – Mike Plant; accretive confirmed by CFO .
- “Total revenue was $47.2 million… up from $37.1 million… Baseball revenue $28.6M… Mixed-Use revenue $18.6M… Adjusted OIBDA loss improved to -$28.5M.” – Jill Robinson .
- “Savannah Bananas… attracted more than 140,000 visitors to Truist Park in March.” – Derek Schiller .
- “It’s no coincidence our D2C territorial rights expire at the same time as MLB national rights… provides optionality and opportunities for even more growth.” – Terence McGuirk .
Q&A Highlights
- Sustainability of revenue growing faster than expenses: Management targets revenue outpacing expenses annually; mixed-use strength to continue; Pennant Park impact not guided but accretive .
- Media outlook: D2C streaming added; strong initial uptake; Braves contributing meaningfully; organization actively marketing service; national rights aligned for optionality and future growth .
- Balance sheet/liquidity: Comfortable with secured real estate debt; baseball strategy is to maintain high liquidity and borrowing capacity for flexibility; untapped baseball revolvers of $275M .
- Strategic focus: Growth through fan accessibility, events, mixed-use optimization; continued investment judged on ROI and fan experience .
Estimates Context
- Q1 2025 revenue and EPS beat consensus: Revenue $47.21M vs $36.87M*; EPS -$0.66 vs -$0.88*. Mixed-use performance and event-driven “other” revenue were key drivers versus expectations .
- Potential revisions: Upward adjustments to near-term revenue run-rate and improved EPS trajectory given stronger broadcasting and event revenues, offset by continued baseball cost inflation .
Values with asterisks retrieved from S&P Global.
Key Takeaways for Investors
- Strong YoY top-line growth and consensus beats despite seasonal headwinds; broadcasting and event revenues surprised positively .
- Mixed-Use Development continues to provide resilient cash flows; OIBDA growth and Pennant Park accretive acquisition broaden recurring base .
- Strategic media optionality growing (D2C unlocked; Gray simulcast; national rights timing), improving visibility to audience and monetization expansion .
- Liquidity remains robust ($244.7M cash; $275M baseball revolvers), supporting flexibility for team investment and campus development .
- Expect continued event monetization (All-Star Game host; expanded non-game events) to bolster “other” revenue through the season .
- Watch cost discipline: MLB revenue sharing and player salaries will continue to pressure margins; annual lens remains most appropriate given seasonality .
- Near-term trading: Positive reaction catalysts include revenue/EPS beats and media/D2C updates; medium-term thesis centers on mixed-use cash flow growth, media rights optionality, and campus scale advantages .
Notes and Sources:
- Q1 2025 earnings press release and 8‑K Item 2.02: .
- Q1 2025 earnings call transcript: .
- Prior quarters: Q4 2024 PR & call ; Q3 2024 PR & call .
- Additional relevant press releases (Q1 period): Pennant Park acquisition ; RaceTrac partnership ; Spanish broadcasts via Gray Media .