Medpace posted Q2 results topping estimates with $4.25 earnings and $707.33 million in sales, up 17.2% YoY. Backlog rose to over $3.01 billion, with net-new awards of $795.7 million and a 1.13x book-to-bill. The company raised 2026 guidance, signaling a constructive backdrop into 2027 and potential near-term upside for MEDP.
Medpace Holdings, Inc. (MEDP) shares dropped 21.90% following their earnings report, where elevated cancellations in oncology and cardiovascular sectors created near-term revenue headwinds. While EPS and revenue surpassed estimates, the bookings miss and diminished visibility beyond two quarters have raised concerns among investors.
Medpace reported Q3 earnings of $3.86, beating estimates of $3.52. Sales rose to $659.9 million, exceeding the $640.99 million consensus. Fiscal 2025 EPS guidance increased to $14.60-$14.86, above consensus of $14.07. Mizuho increased price target to $655 while maintaining Outperform rating. Barclays raised target to $485 with an Underweight rating.
MEDP revenue rose 8.3% but missed expectations at $533.3 million. Net new business awards were $533.7 million, lower than last year's $611.5 million. FY24 revenue forecast lowered to $2.090-$2.130 billion, below consensus $2.138 billion. EBITDA increased by 31.7%, showing improved profitability despite lower revenues. Analyst notes uncertainty in future bookings due to potential elevated cancellations.