01:48 PM EST, 03/08/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Willdan Group ( WLDN ) shares climbed past 26% in recent Friday trading, a day after the company's Q4 results.

The company reported adjusted earnings of $0.80 per diluted share, up from $0.36 a year earlier.

Two analysts polled by Capital IQ expected $0.38.

Consolidated contract revenue for the quarter ended Dec. 29 was $155.7 million, up from $113.3 million a year earlier.

One analyst surveyed by Capital IQ expected $160 million.

The company said it expects 2024 adjusted diluted EPS of $1.80 to $1.87. Two analysts surveyed by Capital IQ expect $1.69.

Price: 25.11, Change: +5.26, Percent Change: +26.50