Alarum Estimates Record Revenue and All Time High Operating Cashflow for the Fourth Quarter of 2023
- Record-breaking revenue and cashflow for the fourth quarter of 2023
- Strategic shift towards focusing on growth and business activity of its wholly owned subsidiary, NetNut Ltd.
- Positive impact leading to net profit and record revenues
- CEO's commitment to continued growth and expansion in the data collection market
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Insights
The reported preliminary financial metrics from Alarum Technologies Ltd. indicate a substantial growth trajectory, with a 35% year-over-year increase in quarterly revenue and a significant turnaround in operating cash flow. The shift in cash flow from a negative $1.8 million to a positive $2.8 million is particularly noteworthy, as it reflects improved operational efficiency and profitability. Furthermore, the estimated annual revenue growth of 41% suggests strong market demand and effective business strategy execution.
From an investor's perspective, Alarum's strategic pivot towards its subsidiary NetNut appears to be paying dividends, with NetNut's revenue increasing by 150% both quarterly and annually. This performance is indicative of successful product and market development strategies. The company's cash and cash equivalents of approximately $10.8 million provide a robust financial cushion, signaling a healthy balance sheet that could support future growth initiatives or weather economic downturns.
However, it is crucial for stakeholders to assess the sustainability of this growth, considering the competitive landscape of internet access and web data collection solutions. Additionally, the forecasted growth should be weighed against the company's valuation to understand if the current stock price reflects these positive developments.
Alarum Technologies' focus on the data collection market and the launch of new products reflect an adaptive response to the high demand for web data collection solutions. The data collection industry is rapidly expanding due to the increased need for real-time data analytics and business intelligence across various sectors. Alarum's strategic business changes, which prioritize profitability and a shift away from the consumer segment, align with industry trends where B2B solutions are often more lucrative and stable revenue streams.
The reported growth figures from NetNut, a subsidiary of Alarum, highlight the potential of specialized subsidiaries to act as significant growth drivers within larger corporations. The 150% increase in revenue both quarterly and annually suggests that NetNut has successfully captured a sizable market share or has significantly enhanced its product offering to drive this level of growth.
It is important for market analysts to consider the scalability of NetNut's offerings and whether Alarum's growth strategy can be replicated in other segments or geographies. Additionally, the implications of Alarum's product expansion in the competitive landscape could influence market dynamics and the positioning of other industry players.
The impressive financial performance of Alarum Technologies, particularly in the context of its subsidiary NetNut's 150% revenue surge, can be partially attributed to macroeconomic factors such as increased digitalization and the subsequent rise in demand for internet access and data collection services. The operational cash flow improvement is a strong indicator of the company's enhanced liquidity, which could allow for reinvestment in technology and infrastructure, potentially leading to further economic growth and employment opportunities within the sector.
However, it is essential to consider the broader economic environment, including interest rate trends, inflationary pressures and potential regulatory changes, which could impact Alarum's operating costs and profit margins. The company's ability to maintain its growth momentum amid economic uncertainties will be a key determinant of its long-term success.
Moreover, the transition towards a more focused growth strategy, with an emphasis on profitability rather than market share, may reflect a maturing industry where companies are seeking to consolidate their positions and prioritize sustainable financial health over aggressive expansion.
Revenue crossed
Subsidiary NetNut’s revenues surged
Tel Aviv, Israel, Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alarum Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq, TASE: ALAR) (“Alarum” or the “Company”), a global provider of internet access and web data collection solutions, today provided preliminary key financial metrics guidance for the three months and twelve months ended on December 31, 2023.
Based on a preliminary, unaudited review, Alarum anticipates reporting strong performance for the fourth quarter of 2023 and the entire year of 2023, highlighting accelerated operating and business growth:
- Revenue for the fourth quarter of 2023 is estimated at more than
$7 million , representing the highest quarterly revenues achievement to-date and an increase of35% compared to the same period in 2022. - In the fourth quarter of 2023, the Company generated approximately
$2.8 million in cashflow from operating activities, compared to a negative cashflow of approximately$1.8 million for the same period in 2022. - Total expected revenue for 2023 is estimated at
$26.5 million , an increase of approximately41% compared to total revenue of$18.8 million in 2022. - Cash and cash equivalents balance as of December 31, 2023, amounted to approximately
$10.8 million .
In 2023, the Company made a strategic shift towards focusing on growth and business activity of its wholly owned subsidiary, NetNut Ltd. (“NetNut”). As a result, the Company experienced a positive impact throughout its entire business aspects, which not only led to a net profit in the third quarter of 2023 but also resulted in record revenues in the fourth quarter and the entire year of 2023. NetNut's revenue for the fourth quarter of 2023 are estimated at
"Alarum is pleased to start 2024 with a strong growth momentum, following the year 2023. We intend to continue supporting our future growth also by expanding our offering in the data collection market and launch new innovative products." commented Shachar Daniel, Chief Executive Officer of Alarum.
"The amazing results we achieved in the fourth quarter of 2023 emphasize the positive impact advanced by the strategic business changes we implemented during 2023, which are fostering growth and success. Following our decision to focus on improved profitability and reduce investments in the consumer segment, we anticipated that most of our fourth-quarter revenues will be generated by NetNut. These revenues alone surpass the combined revenue of both NetNut and consumer segments from previous periods," Daniel added. "During the fourth quarter, we also increased our cashflow from operating activities and continued our focus on being a profitable growth company."
Alarum expects to release the fully reviewed financial statements for the fourth quarter and full year 2023 on or before March 31, 2024.
About Alarum Technologies Ltd.
Alarum Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq, TASE: ALAR) is a global provider of internet access and web data collection solutions. The solutions by NetNut, our Enterprise Internet Access arm, are based on our world’s fastest and most advanced and secured hybrid proxy network, enabling our customers to collect data anonymously at any scale from any public sources over the web. Our network comprises both exit points based on our proprietary reflection technology and hundreds of servers located at our ISP partners around the world. The infrastructure is optimally designed to guarantee the privacy, quality, stability, and the speed of the service.
For more information about Alarum, please visit www.alarum.io
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other Federal securities laws and the Israeli securities law. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates” and similar expressions or variations of such words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. For example, Alarum is using forward-looking statements in this press release when it discusses potential profitability, its preliminary unaudited results for the fourth quarter and the year ended December 31, 2023, the expected positive cashflow from operating activities and that the above mentioned preliminary unaudited results are highlighting continued operating and business growth. Because such statements deal with future events and are based on Alarum’s current expectations, they are subject to various risks and uncertainties and actual results, performance or achievements of Alarum could differ materially from those described in or implied by the statements in this press release. The forward-looking statements contained or implied in this press release are subject to other risks and uncertainties, including those discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in Alarum’s annual report on Form 20-F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 31, 2023, and in any subsequent filings with the SEC. Except as otherwise required by law, Alarum undertakes no obligation to publicly release any revisions to these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
The Company is providing revenue, cashflow from operating activities and cash and cash equivalents balance estimates in this press release, rather than final amounts, primarily because the financial closing process and audit are not yet complete and, as a result, the Company’s final results upon completion of its closing process and audit may vary from these preliminary estimates.
INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACTS:
Michal Efraty
+972-(0)52-3044404
investors@alarum.io
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