Aviat Networks Announces Fiscal 2024 Second Quarter and Six Month Financial Results, Increases Full Year Guidance
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Insights
Aviat Networks' recent financial results indicate a stable growth trajectory, with a 4.8% increase in total revenue year-over-year and a 6.5% rise in Adjusted EBITDA. The company's focus on wireless transport solutions appears to be yielding favorable outcomes, particularly in light of the strategic acquisition of NEC Corporation's wireless transport business. This move could potentially expand Aviat's market share and product offerings, which may be reflected in future financial performance.
The improvement in gross margin by 330 basis points suggests enhanced operational efficiency and a favorable product mix, likely skewed towards higher-margin software sales. However, the increase in operating expenses, particularly due to merger and acquisition activities, has resulted in a decrease in GAAP operating income by 42.5%. Investors should monitor how the integration of the acquired Pasolink business progresses and whether the touted Aviat Operating Model will deliver the anticipated cost synergies and improved customer experience.
The company's decision to raise its full-year guidance could be interpreted as management's confidence in sustained growth and operational improvements. However, the net debt position warrants caution as it signals leveraging to finance acquisitions, which could impact financial flexibility if not managed prudently.
The wireless transport industry is becoming increasingly competitive, with significant opportunities driven by the global push for enhanced communication infrastructure. Aviat Networks' strategic acquisition of NEC's wireless transport business, now referred to as 'Pasolink', positions the company to capitalize on this growth market. The 13.1% increase in international revenue, particularly from Latin America and Asia Pacific, underscores the potential in these emerging markets.
Aviat's mention of shipping the first 11 GHz Ultra-High Power radio to address the 6 GHz interference risk suggests innovation and responsiveness to market needs, which could be a driver for future revenue growth. The company's ability to navigate currency headwinds in Africa and still achieve revenue growth is also notable, indicating effective international market strategies.
Investors should consider the long-term implications of the company's international expansion and product innovation, as these factors could significantly influence market share and competitive positioning in the evolving wireless transport sector.
The reported decrease in income tax expense by 24.1% for the quarter and 57.1% for the six months period is a significant financial highlight. This reduction is partly attributed to the non-recurrence of a $2.6 million deferred tax liability related to legal entity restructuring in the previous year. This indicates a one-time tax benefit that investors should not expect to recur in future periods.
It is essential for stakeholders to understand that such tax benefits can positively influence net income in the short term but may not be indicative of the company's operational tax rate going forward. The effective tax rate and its impact on net income will be more indicative of the company's tax planning efficiency and fiscal obligations in its operating jurisdictions.
Total Revenue of
Gross Margin of
Operating Income of
Adjusted EBITDA of
Second Quarter Highlights
- Continued year-over-year growth in quarterly revenues and gross margins
- Achieved 14th consecutive quarter of growth in both revenue and Adjusted EBITDA on a trailing twelve-month basis
- Closed acquisition of NEC Corporation's wireless transport business and progressed integration
- Delivered record first half revenue in the Aviat Store
- Shipped first 11 GHz Ultra-High Power radio to capture upgrade opportunity driven by 6 GHz interference risk
Second Quarter Financial Highlights
- Total Revenues:
$95.0 million , up4.8% from the same quarter last year - GAAP Results: Gross Margin
38.8% ; Operating Expenses ; Operating Income$31.8 million ; Net Income$5.0 million ; Net Income per diluted share ("Net Income per share")$2.9 million $0.24 - Non-GAAP Results: Adjusted EBITDA
; Gross Margin$13.7 million 38.8% ; Operating Expenses ; Operating Income$24.3 million ; Net Income$12.6 million ; Net Income per share$11.9 million $0.97 - Cash and cash equivalents:
; Debt net of Cash:$45.9 million $3.6 million
"This quarter was significant for Aviat Networks in many ways. We executed on revenue and gross margin growth and reached a record adjusted EBITDA margin. Aviat also closed its transformational acquisition of the NEC Wireless business, which we now refer to as 'Pasolink'" said Pete Smith, President and Chief Executive Officer of Aviat Networks.
Mr. Smith continued, "Integration of Pasolink is ahead of our plan. We have introduced the Aviat Operating Model to the business to improve the customer experience and achieve a stronger and more profitable business for Aviat. We look forward to proving the value of the Aviat Operating Model in the Pasolink business in the quarters ahead."
Fiscal 2024 Second Quarter and Six Months Ended December 29, 2023
Revenues
The Company reported total revenues of
For the six months ended December 29, 2023, revenue increased by
Gross Margins
In the fiscal 2024 second quarter, the Company reported GAAP gross margin of
For the six months ended December 29, 2023, the Company reported GAAP gross margin of
Operating Expenses
The Company reported GAAP total operating expenses of
For the six months ended December 29, 2023, the Company reported total operating expenses of
Operating Income
The Company reported GAAP operating income of
For the six months ended December 29, 2023, the Company reported GAAP operating income of
Income Taxes
The Company reported GAAP income tax expense of
For the six months ended December 29, 2023, the Company reported GAAP income tax expense of
Net Income / Net Income Per Share
The Company reported GAAP net income of
The Company reported GAAP net income of
Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization ("Adjusted EBITDA") for the fiscal 2024 second quarter was
For the six months ended December 29, 2023, the Company reported Adjusted EBITDA of
Balance Sheet Highlights
The Company reported
of Accounts Receivable;$51.9 million of Inventories; and$35.6 million of Accounts Payable and other liabilities.$18.5 million
Fiscal 2024 Full Year Outlook
The Company is raising its fiscal 2024 full year guidance as follows:
- Full year Revenue between
and$425 $432 million - Full year Adjusted EBITDA between
and$51.0 1$56.0 million
Conference Call Details
Aviat Networks will host a conference call at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) today, February 6, 2024, to discuss its financial and operational results for the fiscal 2024 second quarter ended December 29, 2023. Participating on the call will be Peter Smith, President and Chief Executive Officer; David Gray, Sr. Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; and Andrew Fredrickson, Director of Corporate Development and Investor Relations. Following management's remarks, there will be a question and answer period.
Interested parties may access the conference call live via the webcast through Aviat Network's Investor Relations website at investors.aviatnetworks.com/events-and-presentations/events, or may participate via telephone by registering using this online form. Once registered, telephone participants will receive the dial-in number along with a unique PIN number that must be used to access the call. A replay of the conference call webcast will be available after the call on the Company's investor relations website.
About Aviat Networks
Aviat Networks, Inc. is the leading expert in wireless transport and access solutions and works to provide dependable products, services and support to its customers. With more than one million systems sold into 170 countries worldwide, communications service providers and private network operators including state/local government, utility, federal government and defense organizations trust Aviat with their critical applications. Coupled with a long history of microwave innovations, Aviat provides a comprehensive suite of localized professional and support services enabling customers to drastically simplify both their networks and their lives. For more than 70 years, the experts at Aviat have delivered high performance products, simplified operations, and the best overall customer experience. Aviat is headquartered in
Forward-Looking Statements
The information contained in this document includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the
Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from estimates or projections contained in the forward-looking statements include the following: disruption the NEC transaction may cause to customers, vendors, business partners and our ongoing business; our ability to integrate the operations of the acquired NEC Corporation businesses with our existing operations and fully realize the expected synergies of the NEC Transaction on the expected timeline; the impact of COVID-19; disruptions relating to the ongoing conflict between
For more information regarding the risks and uncertainties for Aviat's business, see "Risk Factors" in Aviat's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2023 filed with the
Investor Relations:
Andrew Fredrickson
Director, Corporate Development & Investor Relations
Phone: (408) 501-6214
Email: andrew.fredrickson@aviatnet.com
Table 1 | |||||||
AVIAT NETWORKS, INC. | |||||||
Fiscal Year 2024 Second Quarter Summary | |||||||
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS | |||||||
(Unaudited) | |||||||
Three Months Ended | Six Months Ended | ||||||
(In thousands, except per share amounts) | December 29, | December 30, | December 29, | December 30, | |||
Revenues: | |||||||
Product sales | $ 66,392 | $ 65,561 | $ 125,937 | $ 120,662 | |||
Services | 28,644 | 25,122 | 56,665 | 51,272 | |||
Total revenues | 95,036 | 90,683 | 182,602 | 171,934 | |||
Cost of revenues: | |||||||
Product sales | 37,671 | 40,569 | 73,984 | 75,822 | |||
Services | 20,535 | 17,894 | 39,936 | 34,438 | |||
Total cost of revenues | 58,206 | 58,463 | 113,920 | 110,260 | |||
Gross margin | 36,830 | 32,220 | 68,682 | 61,674 | |||
Operating expenses: | |||||||
Research and development | 8,394 | 6,047 | 14,818 | 12,134 | |||
Selling and administrative | 21,442 | 16,567 | 40,679 | 34,071 | |||
Restructuring charges | 2,000 | 928 | 2,644 | 2,878 | |||
Total operating expenses | 31,836 | 23,542 | 58,141 | 49,083 | |||
Operating income | 4,994 | 8,678 | 10,541 | 12,591 | |||
Other (income) expense, net | (243) | (460) | 658 | 2,322 | |||
Income before income taxes | 5,237 | 9,138 | 9,883 | 10,269 | |||
Provision for income taxes | 2,347 | 3,092 | 2,988 | 6,969 | |||
Net income | $ 2,890 | $ 6,046 | $ 6,895 | $ 3,300 | |||
Net income per share of common stock outstanding: | |||||||
Basic | $ 0.24 | $ 0.53 | $ 0.59 | $ 0.29 | |||
Diluted | $ 0.24 | $ 0.51 | $ 0.57 | $ 0.28 | |||
Weighted-average shares outstanding: | |||||||
Basic | 12,001 | 11,347 | 11,788 | 11,273 | |||
Diluted | 12,229 | 11,805 | 12,093 | 11,795 |
Table 2 | |||
AVIAT NETWORKS, INC. | |||
Fiscal Year 2024 Second Quarter Summary | |||
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS | |||
(Unaudited) | |||
(In thousands) | December 29, | June 30, | |
ASSETS | |||
Current Assets: | |||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 45,914 | $ 22,242 | |
Accounts receivable, net of allowances of | 149,919 | 101,653 | |
Unbilled receivables | 77,176 | 58,588 | |
Inventories | 66,784 | 33,057 | |
Other current assets | 27,168 | 22,164 | |
Total current assets | 366,961 | 237,704 | |
Property, plant and equipment, net | 9,441 | 9,452 | |
Goodwill | 5,653 | 5,112 | |
Intangible assets, net | 15,735 | 9,046 | |
Deferred income taxes | 86,108 | 86,650 | |
Right of use assets | 3,107 | 2,554 | |
Other assets | 13,102 | 13,978 | |
Total long-term assets | 133,146 | 126,792 | |
Total assets | $ 500,107 | $ 364,496 | |
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY | |||
Current Liabilities: | |||
Accounts payable | $ 67,382 | $ 60,141 | |
Accrued expenses | 33,716 | 24,442 | |
Short-term lease liabilities | 777 | 610 | |
Advance payments and unearned revenue | 54,984 | 44,268 | |
Restructuring liabilities | 1,532 | 600 | |
Other current liabilities | 22,928 | — | |
Current portion of long-term debt | 2,395 | — | |
Total current liabilities | 183,714 | 130,061 | |
Long-term debt | 47,151 | — | |
Unearned revenue | 8,039 | 7,416 | |
Long-term lease liabilities | 2,518 | 2,140 | |
Other long-term liabilities | 391 | 314 | |
Reserve for uncertain tax positions | 3,866 | 3,975 | |
Deferred income taxes | 492 | 492 | |
Total liabilities | 246,171 | 144,398 | |
Commitments and contingencies | |||
Stockholder's equity: | |||
Preferred stock | — | — | |
Common stock | 125 | 115 | |
Treasury stock | (6,479) | (6,147) | |
Additional paid-in-capital | 856,735 | 830,048 | |
Accumulated deficit | (581,019) | (587,914) | |
Accumulated other comprehensive loss | (15,426) | (16,004) | |
Total stockholders' equity | 253,936 | 220,098 | |
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity | $ 500,107 | $ 364,496 |
AVIAT NETWORKS, INC. |
Fiscal Year 2024 Second Quarter Summary |
RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES AND REGULATION G DISCLOSURE |
To supplement the consolidated financial statements presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in |
1We have not reconciled Adjusted EBITDA guidance to its corresponding GAAP measure due to the high variability and difficulty in making accurate forecasts and projections, particularly with respect to merger and acquisition costs and share-based compensation. In particular, share-based compensation expense is affected by future hiring, turnover, and retention needs, as well as the future fair market value of our common stock, all of which are difficult to predict and subject to change. Accordingly, reconciliations of forward-looking Adjusted EBITDA are not available without unreasonable effort. |
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AVIAT NETWORKS, INC. | |||||||||||||||
Fiscal Year 2024 Second Quarter Summary | |||||||||||||||
RECONCILIATIONS OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES (1) | |||||||||||||||
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations | |||||||||||||||
(Unaudited) | |||||||||||||||
Three Months Ended | Six Months Ended | ||||||||||||||
December | % of Revenue | December | % of Revenue | December | % of Revenue | December | % of Revenue | ||||||||
(In thousands, except percentages and per share amounts) | |||||||||||||||
GAAP gross margin | $ 36,830 | 38.8 % | $ 32,220 | 35.5 % | $ 68,682 | 37.6 % | $ 61,674 | 35.9 % | |||||||
Share-based compensation | 1 | 166 | 184 | 338 | |||||||||||
Merger and acquisition related expense | 66 | — | 109 | — | |||||||||||
Non-GAAP gross margin | 36,897 | 38.8 % | 32,386 | 35.7 % | 68,975 | 37.8 % | 62,012 | 36.1 % | |||||||
GAAP research and development expenses | $ 8,394 | 8.8 % | $ 6,047 | 6.7 % | $ 14,818 | 8.1 % | $ 12,134 | 7.1 % | |||||||
Share-based compensation | (151) | (137) | (297) | (272) | |||||||||||
Non-GAAP research and development expenses | 8,243 | 8.7 % | 5,910 | 6.5 % | 14,521 | 8.0 % | 11,862 | 6.9 % | |||||||
GAAP selling and administrative expenses | $ 21,442 | 22.6 % | $ 16,567 | 18.3 % | $ 40,679 | 22.3 % | $ 34,071 | 19.8 % | |||||||
Share-based compensation | (1,673) | (1,356) | (3,178) | (2,887) | |||||||||||
Merger and acquisition related expense | (3,723) | (104) | (6,394) | (1,620) | |||||||||||
Non-GAAP selling and administrative expenses | 16,046 | 16.9 % | 15,107 | 16.7 % | 31,107 | 17.0 % | 29,564 | 17.2 % | |||||||
GAAP operating income | $ 4,994 | 5.3 % | $ 8,678 | 9.6 % | $ 10,541 | 5.8 % | $ 12,591 | 7.3 % | |||||||
Share-based compensation | 1,825 | 1,659 | 3,659 | 3,497 | |||||||||||
Merger and acquisition related expense | 3,789 | 104 | 6,503 | 1,620 | |||||||||||
Restructuring charges | 2,000 | 928 | 2,644 | 2,878 | |||||||||||
Non-GAAP operating income | 12,608 | 13.3 % | 11,369 | 12.5 % | 23,347 | 12.8 % | 20,586 | 12.0 % | |||||||
GAAP income tax provision | $ 2,347 | 2.5 % | $ 3,092 | 3.4 % | $ 2,988 | 1.6 % | $ 6,969 | 4.1 % | |||||||
Adjustment to reflect pro forma tax rate | (2,047) | (2,792) | (2,388) | (6,369) | |||||||||||
Non-GAAP income tax provision | 300 | 0.3 % | 300 | 0.3 % | 600 | 0.3 % | 600 | 0.3 % | |||||||
GAAP net income | $ 2,890 | 3.0 % | $ 6,046 | 6.7 % | $ 6,895 | 3.8 % | $ 3,300 | 1.9 % | |||||||
Share-based compensation | 1,825 | 1,659 | 3,659 | 3,497 | |||||||||||
Merger and acquisition related expense | 3,789 | 104 | 6,503 | 1,620 | |||||||||||
Restructuring charges | 2,000 | 928 | 2,644 | 2,878 | |||||||||||
Other (income) expense, net | (637) | (425) | 165 | 2,234 | |||||||||||
Adjustment to reflect pro forma tax rate | 2,047 | 2,792 | 2,388 | 6,369 | |||||||||||
Non-GAAP net income | $ 11,914 | 12.5 % | $ 11,104 | 12.2 % | $ 22,254 | 12.2 % | $ 19,898 | 11.6 % | |||||||
Diluted net income per share: | |||||||||||||||
GAAP | $ 0.24 | $ 0.51 | $ 0.57 | $ 0.28 | |||||||||||
Non-GAAP | $ 0.97 | $ 0.94 | $ 1.84 | $ 1.69 | |||||||||||
Shares used in computing net income per share | |||||||||||||||
GAAP | 12,229 | 11,805 | 12,093 | 11,795 | |||||||||||
Non-GAAP | 12,229 | 11,805 | 12,093 | 11,795 | |||||||||||
Adjusted EBITDA: | |||||||||||||||
GAAP net income | $ 2,890 | 3.0 % | $ 6,046 | 6.7 % | $ 6,895 | 3.8 % | $ 3,300 | 1.9 % | |||||||
Depreciation and amortization of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets | 1,140 | 1,545 | 2,484 | 3,013 | |||||||||||
Other (income) expense, net | (243) | (460) | 658 | 2,322 | |||||||||||
Share-based compensation | 1,825 | 1,659 | 3,659 | 3,497 | |||||||||||
Merger and acquisition related expense | 3,789 | 104 | 6,503 | 1,620 | |||||||||||
Restructuring charges | 2,000 | 928 | 2,644 | 2,878 | |||||||||||
Provision for income taxes | 2,347 | 3,092 | 2,988 | 6,969 | |||||||||||
Adjusted EBITDA | $ 13,748 | 14.5 % | $ 12,914 | 14.2 % | $ 25,831 | 14.1 % | $ 23,599 | 13.7 % |
(1) | The adjustments above reconcile our GAAP financial results to the non-GAAP financial measures used by us. Our non-GAAP net income excluded share-based compensation, and other non-recurring charges (recovery). Adjusted EBITDA was determined by excluding depreciation and amortization on property, plant and equipment, interest, provision for or benefit from income taxes, and non-GAAP pre-tax adjustments, as set forth above, from GAAP net income. We believe that the presentation of these non-GAAP items provides meaningful supplemental information to investors, when viewed in conjunction with, and not in lieu of, our GAAP results. However, the non-GAAP financial measures have not been prepared under a comprehensive set of accounting rules or principles. Non-GAAP information should not be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, information prepared in accordance with GAAP. Moreover, there are material limitations associated with the use of non-GAAP financial measures. |
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AVIAT NETWORKS, INC. | |||||||
Fiscal Year 2024 Second Quarter Summary | |||||||
SUPPLEMENTAL SCHEDULE OF REVENUE BY GEOGRAPHICAL AREA | |||||||
(Unaudited) | |||||||
Three Months Ended | Six Months Ended | ||||||
December 29, | December 30, | December 29, | December 30, | ||||
(In thousands) | |||||||
$ 51,326 | $ 52,049 | $ 106,834 | $ 100,897 | ||||
International: | |||||||
14,502 | 14,135 | 24,455 | 25,119 | ||||
5,578 | 5,334 | 10,830 | 9,834 | ||||
23,630 | 19,165 | 40,483 | 36,084 | ||||
Total international | 43,710 | 38,634 | 75,768 | 71,037 | |||
Total revenue | $ 95,036 | $ 90,683 | $ 182,602 | $ 171,934 |
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