AMSC Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results and Provides Business Outlook
AMSC (Nasdaq: AMSC) reported its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 financial results. The company saw a significant increase in full-year revenues by 37% to $145.6 million, with a gross margin expansion of 1,620 basis points. For Q4, revenues reached $42 million, up from $31.7 million year-over-year, driven by strong performance in both Grid and Wind segments. Net loss for Q4 narrowed to $1.6 million from $6.9 million in the same period last year, while the non-GAAP net income was $1.9 million compared to a non-GAAP net loss of $7.8 million. For the full fiscal year, the net loss was $11.1 million, improved from $35 million last year. AMSC ended fiscal 2023 with $92.3 million in cash reserves. The company has provided a positive outlook for the first quarter of fiscal 2024, expecting revenues between $38 million and $42 million and a net loss not exceeding $2.2 million.
- Full year revenues increased by 37% to $145.6 million.
- Gross margin expanded by 1,620 basis points year-over-year.
- Q4 revenues rose to $42 million, up from $31.7 million last year.
- Q4 non-GAAP net income was $1.9 million compared to a non-GAAP net loss of $7.8 million last year.
- Net loss for the fiscal year improved to $11.1 million from $35 million last year.
- Ended fiscal 2023 with $92.3 million in cash reserves.
- Booked $39 million in orders during Q4 with a year-end backlog of $140 million.
- Net loss for Q4 was $1.6 million.
- Non-GAAP net loss guidance for Q1 fiscal 2024 is up to $0.5 million.
- Expected net loss for Q1 fiscal 2024 up to $2.2 million.
Insights
AMSC's financial performance for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 exhibits significant improvement over the previous year. Revenues for the fiscal year increased by
One key highlight is the gross margin expansion. Gross margins improved by 1,620 basis points, which signals enhanced operational efficiencies and cost management. This kind of margin improvement is substantial and signals that the company is effectively managing its production costs relative to its revenue growth.
Furthermore, the net loss narrowed significantly from
In terms of liquidity, AMSC reported
For investors, these results suggest a strengthening financial position and the potential for future growth. However, it's important to note that despite the progress, AMSC still reported a net loss for the year. Future performance will need to be closely monitored to ensure that this trend continues and translates into sustainable profitability.
The market dynamics for AMSC's Grid and Wind segment appear favorable, as evidenced by the strong revenue growth in these areas. The company's ability to book
AMSC's strategic positioning within the power resiliency solutions market is a key strength. The company’s focus on both augmenting grid capabilities and enhancing naval power systems positions it well to capitalize on growing investments in infrastructure and defense.
The guidance for the first quarter of fiscal 2024, with expected revenues in the range of
For retail investors, AMSC’s diverse market approach and strong order book indicate potential for continued revenue growth. However, attention should be paid to how the company manages its operational costs and navigates any market uncertainties that could impact future orders.
Business Highlights:
- Full year revenues increased over
37% year over year to$145.6 million - Full year gross margin expansion of 1,620 basis points over the prior year
- Generated
$2.1 million of operating cash flow, helping to further strengthen the balance sheet
Company to host conference call tomorrow, May 30 at 10:00 am ET
AYER, Mass., May 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMSC (Nasdaq: AMSC), a leading system provider of megawatt-scale power resiliency solutions that orchestrate the rhythm and harmony of power on the grid™, and that protect and expand the capability and resiliency of our Navy’s fleet, today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 ("fiscal 2023").
Revenues for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 were
AMSC’s net loss for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 was
Revenues for fiscal 2023 were
AMSC reported a net loss for fiscal 2023 of
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash on March 31, 2024 totaled
"Our fourth quarter results exceeded our forecast by nearly every measure, with growth in both our Grid and Wind segments and a third consecutive quarter of non-GAAP net income. During the fourth quarter, we booked
Business Outlook
For the first quarter ending June 30, 2024, AMSC expects that its revenues will be in the range of
Conference Call Reminder
In conjunction with this announcement, AMSC management will participate in a conference call with investors beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, May 30, 2024, to discuss the Company’s financial results and business outlook. Those who wish to listen to the live or archived conference call webcast should visit the “Investors” section of the Company’s website at https://ir.amsc.com. The live call can be accessed by dialing 1-844-481-2802 or 1-412-317- 0675 and asking to join the AMSC call. A replay of the call may be accessed 2 hours following the call by dialing 1-877-344-7529 and using conference passcode 4825680.
About AMSC (Nasdaq: AMSC)
AMSC generates the ideas, technologies and solutions that meet the world’s demand for smarter, cleaner … better energy™. Through its Gridtec™ Solutions, AMSC provides the engineering planning services and advanced grid systems that optimize network reliability, efficiency and performance. Through its Marinetec™ Solutions, AMSC provides ship protection and is developing propulsion and power management solutions designed to help fleets increase system efficiencies, enhance power quality and boost operational safety. Through its Windtec™ Solutions, AMSC provides wind turbine electronic controls and systems, designs and engineering services that reduce the cost of wind energy. The Company’s solutions are enhancing the performance and reliability of power networks, increasing the operational safety of navy fleets, and powering gigawatts of renewable energy globally. Founded in 1987, AMSC is headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts with operations in Asia, Australia, Europe and North America. For more information, please visit www.amsc.com.
AMSC, American Superconductor, D-VAR, D-VAR VVO, Gridtec, Marintec, Windtec, Neeltran, NEPSI, Smarter, Cleaner … Better Energy and Orchestrate the Rhythm and Harmony of Power on the Grid are trademarks or registered trademarks of American Superconductor Corporation. All other brand names, product names, trademarks or service marks belong to their respective holders.
Forward-Looking Statements
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There are a number of important factors that could materially impact the value of our common stock or cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements. These important factors include, but are not limited to: We have a history of operating losses, which may continue in the future. Our operating results may fluctuate significantly from quarter to quarter and may fall below expectations in any particular fiscal quarter; We have a history of negative operating cash flows, and we may require additional financing in the future, which may not be available to us; Our technology and products could infringe intellectual property rights of others, which may require costly litigation and, if we are not successful, could cause us to pay substantial damages and disrupt our business; Changes in exchange rates could adversely affect our results of operations; We may be required to issue performance bonds or provide letters of credit, which restricts our ability to access any cash used as collateral for the bonds or letters of credit; If we fail to maintain proper and effective internal control over financial reporting, our ability to produce accurate and timely financial statements could be impaired and may lead investors and other users to lose confidence in our financial data; We may not realize all of the sales expected from our backlog of orders and contracts; Our contracts with the U.S. government are subject to audit, modification or termination by the U.S. government and include certain other provisions in favor of the government. The continued funding of such contracts remains subject to annual congressional appropriation, which, if not approved, could reduce our revenue and lower or eliminate our profit; Pandemics, epidemics or other public health crises may adversely impact our business, financial condition and results of operations; Changes in U.S. government defense spending could negatively impact our financial position, results of operations, liquidity and overall business; We rely upon third-party suppliers for the components and subassemblies of many of our Grid and Wind products, making us vulnerable to supply shortages and price fluctuations, which could harm our business; Uncertainty surrounding our prospects and financial condition may have an adverse effect on our customer and supplier relationship; Our success is dependent upon attracting and retaining qualified personnel and our inability to do so could significantly damage our business and prospects; A significant portion of our Wind segment revenues are derived from a single customer. If this customer’s business is negatively affected, it could adversely impact our business; Our success in addressing the wind energy market is dependent on the manufacturers that license our designs; Our business and operations would be adversely impacted in the event of a failure or security breach of our or any critical third parties' information technology infrastructure and networks; We may acquire additional complementary businesses or technologies, which may require us to incur substantial costs for which we may never realize the anticipated benefits; Failure to comply with evolving data privacy and data protection laws and regulations or to otherwise protect personal data, may adversely impact our business and financial results; Many of our revenue opportunities are dependent upon subcontractors and other business collaborators; If we fail to implement our business strategy successfully, our financial performance could be harmed; Problems with product quality or product performance may cause us to incur warranty expenses and may damage our market reputation and prevent us from achieving increased sales and market share; Many of our customers outside of the United States may be either directly or indirectly related to governmental entities, and we could be adversely affected by violations of the United States Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and similar worldwide anti-bribery laws outside the United States; We have had limited success marketing and selling our superconductor products and system-level solutions, and our failure to more broadly market and sell our products and solutions could lower our revenue and cash flow; We or third parties on whom we depend may be adversely affected by natural disasters, including events resulting from climate change, and our business continuity and disaster recovery plans may not adequately protect us or our value chain from such events; Adverse changes in domestic and global economic conditions could adversely affect our operating results; Our international operations are subject to risks that we do not face in the United States, which could have an adverse effect on our operating results; Our products face competition, which could limit our ability to acquire or retain customers; We have operations in, and depend on sales in, emerging markets, including India, and global conditions could negatively affect our operating results or limit our ability to expand our operations outside of these markets. Changes in India’s political, social, regulatory and economic environment may affect our financial performance; Our success depends upon the commercial adoption of the REG system, which is currently limited, and a widespread commercial market for our products may not develop; Industry consolidation could result in more powerful competitors and fewer customers; The increasing focus on environmental sustainability and social initiatives could increase our costs, and inaction could harm our reputation and adversely impact our financial results; Growth of the wind energy market depends largely on the availability and size of government subsidies, economic incentives and legislative programs designed to support the growth of wind energy: Lower prices for other fuel sources may reduce the demand for wind energy development, which could have a material adverse effect on our ability to grow our Wind business; We may be unable to adequately prevent disclosure of trade secrets and other proprietary information; Our patents may not provide meaningful protection for our technology, which could result in us losing some or all of our market position; There are a number of technological challenges that must be successfully addressed before our superconductor products can gain widespread commercial acceptance, and our inability to address such technological challenges could adversely affect our ability to acquire customers for our products; Third parties have or may acquire patents that cover the materials, processes and technologies we use or may use in the future to manufacture our Amperium products, and our success depends on our ability to license such patents or other proprietary rights; Our common stock has experienced, and may continue to experience, market price and volume fluctuations, which may prevent our stockholders from selling our common stock at a profit and could lead to costly litigation against us that could divert our management’s attention; Unfavorable results of legal proceedings could have a material adverse effect on our business, operating results and financial condition; and the other important factors discussed under the caption "Risk Factors" in Part 1. Item 1A of our Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, and our other reports filed with the SEC. These important factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by forward-looking statements made herein and presented elsewhere by management from time to time. Any such forward-looking statements represent management's estimates as of the date of this press release. While we may elect to update such forward-looking statements at some point in the future, we disclaim any obligation to do so, even if subsequent events cause our views to change. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing our views as of any date subsequent to the date of this press release.
| UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (In thousands, except per share data) | |||||||||||||||
| Three Months Ended | Twelve Months Ended | ||||||||||||||
| March 31, | March 31, | ||||||||||||||
| 2024 | 2023 | 2024 | 2023 | ||||||||||||
| Revenues | |||||||||||||||
| Grid | $ | 34,211 | $ | 28,294 | $ | 122,065 | $ | 94,631 | |||||||
| Wind | 7,817 | 3,449 | 23,574 | 11,353 | |||||||||||
| Total revenues | 42,028 | 31,743 | 145,639 | 105,984 | |||||||||||
| Cost of revenues | 31,598 | 27,929 | 110,356 | 97,463 | |||||||||||
| Gross margin | 10,430 | 3,814 | 35,283 | 8,521 | |||||||||||
| Operating expenses: | |||||||||||||||
| Research and development | 2,298 | 1,890 | 7,991 | 8,966 | |||||||||||
| Selling, general and administrative | 7,953 | 6,616 | 31,600 | 28,700 | |||||||||||
| Amortization of acquisition related intangibles | 538 | 688 | 2,152 | 2,746 | |||||||||||
| Change in fair value on contingent consideration | 1,870 | 410 | 4,922 | 70 | |||||||||||
| Restructuring | — | 1,048 | (14 | ) | 1,048 | ||||||||||
| Total operating expenses | 12,659 | 10,652 | 46,651 | 41,530 | |||||||||||
| Operating loss | (2,229 | ) | (6,838 | ) | (11,368 | ) | (33,009 | ) | |||||||
| Interest income, net | 784 | 140 | 1,302 | 252 | |||||||||||
| China dissolution | — | — | — | (1,921 | ) | ||||||||||
| Other expense, net | (117 | ) | (100 | ) | (736 | ) | (148 | ) | |||||||
| Loss before income tax expense | (1,562 | ) | (6,798 | ) | (10,802 | ) | (34,826 | ) | |||||||
| Income tax expense | 17 | 72 | 309 | 215 | |||||||||||
| Net loss | $ | (1,579 | ) | $ | (6,870 | ) | $ | (11,111 | ) | $ | (35,041 | ) | |||
| Net loss per common share | |||||||||||||||
| Basic | $ | (0.05 | ) | $ | (0.25 | ) | $ | (0.37 | ) | $ | (1.26 | ) | |||
| Diluted | $ | (0.05 | ) | $ | (0.25 | ) | $ | (0.37 | ) | $ | (1.26 | ) | |||
| Weighted average number of common shares outstanding | |||||||||||||||
| Basic | 33,139 | 28,010 | 29,825 | 27,848 | |||||||||||
| Diluted | 33,139 | 28,010 | 29,825 | 27,848 | |||||||||||
| CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET (In thousands, except per share data) | |||||||
| March 31, | March 31, | ||||||
| 2024 | 2023 | ||||||
| ASSETS | |||||||
| Current assets: | |||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $ | 90,522 | $ | 23,360 | |||
| Accounts receivable, net | 26,325 | 30,665 | |||||
| Inventory, net | 41,857 | 36,986 | |||||
| Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 7,295 | 13,429 | |||||
| Restricted cash | 468 | 1,733 | |||||
| Total current assets | 166,467 | 106,173 | |||||
| Property, plant and equipment, net | 10,861 | 12,309 | |||||
| Intangibles, net | 6,369 | 8,527 | |||||
| Right-of-use assets | 2,557 | 2,857 | |||||
| Goodwill | 43,471 | 43,471 | |||||
| Restricted cash | 1,290 | 582 | |||||
| Deferred tax assets | 1,119 | 1,114 | |||||
| Other assets | 637 | 528 | |||||
| Total assets | $ | 232,771 | $ | 175,561 | |||
| LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY | |||||||
| Current liabilities: | |||||||
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $ | 24,235 | $ | 38,383 | |||
| Lease liability, current portion | 716 | 808 | |||||
| Debt, current portion | 25 | 75 | |||||
| Contingent consideration | 3,100 | 1,270 | |||||
| Deferred revenue, current portion | 50,732 | 43,572 | |||||
| Total current liabilities | 78,808 | 84,108 | |||||
| Deferred revenue, long term portion | 7,097 | 7,188 | |||||
| Lease liability, long term portion | 1,968 | 2,184 | |||||
| Deferred tax liabilities | 300 | 243 | |||||
| Debt, long-term portion | — | 15 | |||||
| Other liabilities | 27 | 26 | |||||
| Total liabilities | 88,200 | 93,764 | |||||
| Stockholders' equity: | |||||||
| Common stock, | 373 | 299 | |||||
| Additional paid-in capital | 1,212,913 | 1,139,113 | |||||
| Treasury stock, at cost, 397,631 at March 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively | (3,639 | ) | (3,639 | ) | |||
| Accumulated other comprehensive loss | 1,582 | 1,571 | |||||
| Accumulated deficit | (1,066,658 | ) | (1,055,547 | ) | |||
| Total stockholders' equity | 144,571 | 81,797 | |||||
| Total liabilities and stockholders' equity | $ | 232,771 | $ | 175,561 | |||
| CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (In thousands) | |||||||
| Year Ended March 31, | |||||||
| 2024 | 2023 | ||||||
| Cash flows from operating activities: | |||||||
| Net loss | $ | (11,111 | ) | $ | (35,041 | ) | |
| Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operations: | |||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 4,494 | 5,361 | |||||
| Stock-based compensation expense | 4,652 | 4,729 | |||||
| Provision for excess and obsolete inventory | 1,970 | 1,467 | |||||
| Deferred income taxes | 65 | 24 | |||||
| Change in fair value of contingent consideration | 4,922 | 70 | |||||
| China Dissolution | — | 1,921 | |||||
| Other non-cash items | 44 | 600 | |||||
| Unrealized foreign exchange gain on cash and cash equivalents | (2 | ) | (226 | ) | |||
| Changes in operating asset and liability accounts: | |||||||
| Accounts receivable | 4,340 | (10,360 | ) | ||||
| Inventory | (6,841 | ) | (14,796 | ) | |||
| Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 6,313 | (5,757 | ) | ||||
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | (13,825 | ) | 8,660 | ||||
| Deferred revenue | 7,117 | 20,863 | |||||
| Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | 2,138 | (22,485 | ) | ||||
| Cash flows from investing activities: | |||||||
| Purchases of property, plant and equipment | (934 | ) | (1,236 | ) | |||
| Change in other assets | (27 | ) | (281 | ) | |||
| Net cash used in investing activities | (961 | ) | (1,517 | ) | |||
| Cash flows from financing activities: | |||||||
| Repayment of debt | (65 | ) | (73 | ) | |||
| Proceeds from public equity offering, net | 65,227 | — | |||||
| Proceeds from exercise of ESPP | 279 | 235 | |||||
| Net cash provided by financing activities | 65,441 | 162 | |||||
| Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | (13 | ) | 29 | ||||
| Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | 66,605 | (23,811 | ) | ||||
| Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of year | 25,675 | 49,486 | |||||
| Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of year | $ | 92,280 | $ | 25,675 | |||
| RECONCILIATION OF GAAP NET LOSS TO NON-GAAP NET INCOME (LOSS) (In thousands, except per share data) | |||||||||||||||
| Three Months Ended March 31, | Year Ended March 31, | ||||||||||||||
| 2024 | 2023 | 2024 | 2023 | ||||||||||||
| Net loss | $ | (1,579 | ) | $ | (6,870 | ) | $ | (11,111 | ) | $ | (35,041 | ) | |||
| Stock-based compensation | 1,044 | 1,237 | 4,652 | 4,729 | |||||||||||
| Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles | 538 | 688 | 2,158 | 2,784 | |||||||||||
| Change in fair value of contingent consideration | 1,870 | 410 | 4,922 | 70 | |||||||||||
| China dissolution | — | — | — | 1,921 | |||||||||||
| ERC tax benefit | — | (3,283 | ) | — | (3,283 | ) | |||||||||
| Non-GAAP net income (loss) | 1,873 | (7,818 | ) | 621 | (28,820 | ) | |||||||||
| Non-GAAP net income (loss) per share - basic | $ | 0.06 | $ | (0.28 | ) | $ | 0.02 | $ | (1.03 | ) | |||||
| Non-GAAP net income (loss) per share - diluted | $ | 0.05 | $ | (0.28 | ) | $ | 0.02 | $ | (1.03 | ) | |||||
| Weighted average shares outstanding - basic | 33,139 | 28,010 | 29,825 | 27,848 | |||||||||||
| Weighted average shares outstanding - diluted | 34,447 | 28,010 | 30,909 | 27,848 | |||||||||||
| Reconciliation of Forecast GAAP Net Loss to Non-GAAP Net Income (In millions, except per share data) | |||
| Three months ending | |||
| June 30, 2024 | |||
| Net loss | $ | (2.2 | ) |
| Stock-based compensation | 1.3 | ||
| Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles | 0.4 | ||
| Non-GAAP net income | $ | (0.5 | ) |
| Non-GAAP net income per share | $ | (0.01 | ) |
| Shares outstanding | 36.0 | ||
Note: Non-GAAP net loss is defined by the Company as net loss before; stock-based compensation; amortization of acquisition-related intangibles; changes in fair value of contingent consideration; China dissolution; ERC tax benefit; other non-cash or unusual charges, and the tax effect of adjustments calculated at the relevant rate for our non-GAAP metric. The Company believes non-GAAP net income (loss) and non-GAAP net income (loss) per share assist management and investors in comparing the Company’s performance across reporting periods on a consistent basis by excluding these non-cash, non-recurring or other charges that it does not believe are indicative of its core operating performance. Actual GAAP and non-GAAP net income (loss) and net income (loss) per share for the fiscal quarter ending June 30, 2024, including the above adjustments, may differ materially from those forecasted in the table above, including as a result of changes in the fair value of contingent consideration.
Generally, a non-GAAP financial measure is a numerical measure of a company's performance, financial position or cash flow that either excludes or includes amounts that are not normally excluded or included in the most directly comparable measure calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP. The non-GAAP measures included in this release, however, should be considered in addition to, and not as a substitute for or superior to, operating income or other measures of financial performance prepared in accordance with GAAP. A reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP net loss is set forth in the table above. Non-GAAP net loss per share is defined as non-GAAP net loss divided by shares outstanding.
AMSC Contacts
Investor Relations Contact:
LHA Investor Relations
Carolyn Cappaccio
(212) 838-3777
amscIR@lhai.com
AMSC Senior Communications Manager:
Nicol Golez
Phone: 978-399-8344
Email: Nicol.Golez@amsc.com
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