BlackBerry Reports First Quarter Fiscal Year 2025 Results
BlackBerry reported its financial results for Q1 FY2025, ending May 31, 2024. The company exceeded revenue guidance for both its IoT and Cybersecurity divisions, with IoT revenue growing 18% year-over-year to $53 million and Cybersecurity revenue reaching $85 million. BlackBerry's total revenue was $144 million, and the company's gross margin stood at 67%. Non-GAAP operating loss was $12 million and GAAP operating loss was $39 million. Non-GAAP EPS was a loss of $0.03, beating guidance, while GAAP EPS was a loss of $0.07. Adjusted EBITDA was negative $7 million. The company made strides towards operational separation of its IoT and Cybersecurity businesses and aims to be profitable on a non-GAAP basis by Q4 FY2025. Additionally, BlackBerry partnered with ETAS, collaborated with AMD, and launched new cybersecurity solutions including CylanceMDR™ and Cylance Assistant. The company provided Q2 FY2025 guidance with total revenue between $136-$144 million and full fiscal year 2025 guidance between $586-$616 million.
- IoT revenue grew 18% year-over-year to $53 million.
- Cybersecurity revenue reached $85 million, exceeding guidance.
- Total revenue was $144 million, exceeding guidance.
- Gross margin was 67%.
- Non-GAAP EPS was a loss of $0.03, beating guidance.
- BlackBerry made strides towards operational separation of IoT and Cybersecurity businesses.
- Third consecutive sequential improvement in free cash usage.
- Partnership with ETAS and AMD to enhance product offerings.
- Launch of new cybersecurity solutions like CylanceMDR™ and Cylance Assistant.
- GAAP operating loss was $39 million.
- Non-GAAP operating loss was $12 million.
- Adjusted EBITDA was negative $7 million.
- GAAP EPS was a loss of $0.07.
BlackBerry's recent quarterly financial results suggest a period of stabilization and controlled growth. The company exceeded its own revenue guidance for both IoT and Cybersecurity divisions, which implies a positive trajectory in key business areas. The significant 18% year-over-year growth in IoT revenue is notable, as it suggests increased market demand and effective sales strategies. Additionally, improved metrics such as the 2% sequential increase in Cybersecurity ARR and a third consecutive quarter of DBNRR growth to 87% indicate that the company’s subscription-based revenue model is gaining traction.
Despite these positive signs, the financial landscape is not without its challenges. The company reported a non-GAAP operating loss of $12 million and a GAAP operating loss of $39 million. Although these losses are concerning, the beat in non-GAAP EPS guidance at $0.03 and a reduction in free cash usage for three consecutive quarters suggest effective cost management and operational efficiency improvements. For retail investors, the ongoing improvement in free cash flow could be indicative of future profitability, aligning with BlackBerry's outlook of generating positive cash flow by the fourth quarter. However, the overall profitability remains a key challenge in the short term.
Furthermore, the company’s strong cash position with
BlackBerry’s performance in its core segments—IoT and Cybersecurity—is impressive, particularly the 18% growth in IoT revenues which underscores a strong demand in the connected devices market. The success in this segment is likely driven by the company’s focus on the automotive industry, where it powers over 235 million vehicles. This market is growing rapidly, with increasing demand for intelligent security solutions, suggesting further potential growth opportunities.
In Cybersecurity, the introduction of new products such as CylanceMDR™ and Cylance Assistant shows BlackBerry’s commitment to innovation and enhancing its product offerings. These innovations could improve market perception and drive future revenue. However, the market remains highly competitive with established players and the company’s ability to differentiate itself and capture more market share is critical.
Retail investors should consider the competitive landscape and BlackBerry’s positioning within it. While the company has shown it can grow its cybersecurity ARR and enhance its retention rates, achieving substantial profitability and market dominance remains a longer-term goal. Monitoring the company's new product launches and partnerships will be essential to gauge its market positioning and future growth prospects.
BlackBerry's strategic advancements in the IoT and Cybersecurity sectors are notable from a technological perspective. The partnership with ETAS and the collaboration with AMD to enhance low latency and jitter in robotics are significant moves. These initiatives not only strengthen BlackBerry's technological capabilities but also open new revenue streams in emerging markets.
The launch of CylanceMDR™ and the Cylance Assistant powered by generative AI showcases BlackBerry’s utilization of advanced technologies to address modern cybersecurity challenges. These solutions can potentially offer more effective threat detection and faster decision-making, which are critical in today’s cybersecurity landscape.
However, the technology sector is fast-paced and continuous innovation is required to stay ahead. BlackBerry's ability to maintain its technological edge and integrate new advancements into its product suite will be crucial. For retail investors, the company's focus on innovative solutions and strategic partnerships can be a good indicator of its long-term potential in tech-driven markets.
- Exceeds quarterly revenue guidance for both IoT and Cybersecurity divisions
- IoT achieves
18% year over year revenue growth in the quarter - Delivers sequential improvement in key Cybersecurity ARR and DBNRR metrics
- Exceeds guidance for adjusted EBITDA and non-GAAP earnings per share
- Makes significant progress in operational separation of IoT and Cybersecurity businesses
"BlackBerry's strategy is delivering results. The Company is making significant progress towards operational independence for our IoT and Cybersecurity businesses, as well as towards profitability. We exceeded our outlook range for both adjusted EBITDA and non-GAAP EPS this quarter and achieved a third consecutive sequential improvement in free cash usage. BlackBerry remains on track to be both profitable on a non-GAAP basis and generating positive cashflow in the fourth quarter," said John J. Giamatteo, CEO, BlackBerry. "Both our IoT and Cybersecurity businesses beat revenue expectations. QNX recorded solid royalty revenue while our Cybersecurity division delivered a second consecutive quarter of ARR growth, as well as further enhancing dollar-based net retention."
First Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Highlights
- Total company revenue was
$144 million - Total company non-GAAP and GAAP gross margin was
67% . - IoT revenue grew
18% year-over-year and exceeded previously-provided guidance at$53 million 81% . - Cybersecurity exceeded previously-provided guidance at
$85 million 59% . - Cybersecurity ARR increased by
2% sequentially to$285 million 87% . - Licensing and Other revenue was
$6 million - Non-GAAP operating loss was
$12 million $39 million - Non-GAAP basic loss per share beat the previously-provided guidance at
$0.03 $0.07 - Adjusted EBITDA was negative
$7 million - Total cash, cash equivalents, short-term and long-term investments was
$283 million $15 million $16 million
Business Highlights & Strategic Announcements
- ETAS and BlackBerry QNX® forge partnership to jointly sell and market software solutions to provide the safe and secure foundation for the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV).
- BlackBerry announces collaboration with AMD to advance foundational precision and control for robotics industry by enabling new levels of low latency and jitter, and repeatable determinism.
- BlackBerry launches CylanceMDR™, an expert driven and AI-powered Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solution, including an innovative "On-Demand" solution.
- BlackBerry introduces Cylance Assistant, a generative AI cybersecurity advisor that will help organizations speed up decision-making and stop more threats faster with fewer resources.
- BlackBerry® UEM places in upper-right quadrant as a 2024 Gartner® Peer Insights™ Customers' Choice for Unified Endpoint Management tools for second year running.
- Independent test lab, The Tolly Group, identifies BlackBerry CylanceENDPOINT™ as detecting up to 25 percent more threats and with up to eight times less system impact than competitors.
- BlackBerry nominates Lori O'Neill, an experienced corporate director and financial expert, for election to its Board of Directors.
Outlook
BlackBerry is providing the following guidance for the second quarter (ending August 31, 2024) and the full fiscal year 2025 (ending February 28, 2025).
Q2 FY25 | Full fiscal year FY25 | |
Total BlackBerry revenue: | ||
IoT revenue: | ||
Cybersecurity revenue: | ||
Licensing & Other revenue: | Approximately | Approximately |
Adjusted EBITDA: | ( | Breakeven – |
Non-GAAP basic EPS: | ( | ( |
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
The tables at the end of this press release include a reconciliation of the non-GAAP financial measures and non-GAAP financial ratios used by the company to comparable
Conference Call and Webcast
A conference call and live webcast will be held today beginning at 5:30 p.m. ET, which can be accessed using the following link (here) or through the Company's investor webpage (BlackBerry.com/Investors) or by dialing toll free +1 (877) 883-0383 and entering Elite Entry Number 6322676.
A replay of the conference call will be available at approximately 8:30 p.m. ET today, using the same webcast link (here) or by dialing
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BlackBerry Limited Incorporated under the Laws of ( | |||||
Consolidated Statements of Operations | |||||
Three Months Ended | |||||
May 31, 2024 | February 29, 2024 | May 31, 2023 | |||
Revenue | $ 144 | $ 173 | $ 373 | ||
Cost of sales | 48 | 44 | 194 | ||
Gross margin | 96 | 129 | 179 | ||
Gross margin % | 66.7 % | 74.6 % | 48.0 % | ||
Operating expenses | |||||
Research and development | 42 | 40 | 54 | ||
Sales and marketing | 38 | 41 | 45 | ||
General and administrative | 40 | 53 | 54 | ||
Amortization | 12 | 12 | 15 | ||
Impairment of goodwill | — | 35 | — | ||
Impairment of long-lived assets | 3 | 4 | — | ||
Debentures fair value adjustment | — | — | 22 | ||
135 | 185 | 190 | |||
Operating loss | (39) | (56) | (11) | ||
Investment income, net | 5 | 4 | 3 | ||
Loss before income taxes | (34) | (52) | (8) | ||
Provision for income taxes | 8 | 4 | 3 | ||
Net loss | $ (42) | $ (56) | $ (11) | ||
Loss per share | |||||
Basic | $ (0.07) | $ (0.10) | $ (0.02) | ||
Diluted | $ (0.07) | $ (0.10) | $ (0.02) | ||
Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding (000s) | |||||
Basic | 589,821 | 587,523 | 582,812 | ||
Diluted | 589,821 | 587,523 | 582,812 | ||
Total common shares outstanding (000s) | 590,171 | 589,233 | 583,237 | ||
BlackBerry Limited Incorporated under the Laws of ( | ||||
Consolidated Balance Sheets | ||||
As at | ||||
May 31, 2024 | February 29, 2024 | |||
Assets | ||||
Current | ||||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 143 | $ 175 | ||
Short-term investments | 86 | 62 | ||
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of | 148 | 199 | ||
Other receivables | 21 | 21 | ||
Income taxes receivable | 3 | 4 | ||
Other current assets | 57 | 47 | ||
458 | 508 | |||
Restricted cash and cash equivalents | 17 | 25 | ||
Long-term investments | 37 | 36 | ||
Other long-term assets | 59 | 57 | ||
Operating lease right-of-use assets, net | 27 | 32 | ||
Property, plant and equipment, net | 19 | 21 | ||
Intangible assets, net | 145 | 154 | ||
Goodwill | 561 | 562 | ||
$ 1,323 | $ 1,395 | |||
Liabilities | ||||
Current | ||||
Accounts payable | $ 6 | $ 17 | ||
Accrued liabilities | 112 | 117 | ||
Income taxes payable | 29 | 28 | ||
Deferred revenue, current | 174 | 194 | ||
321 | 356 | |||
Deferred revenue, non-current | 32 | 28 | ||
Operating lease liabilities | 33 | 38 | ||
Other long-term liabilities | 1 | 3 | ||
Long-term notes | 194 | 194 | ||
581 | 619 | |||
Shareholders' equity | ||||
Capital stock and additional paid-in capital | 2,957 | 2,948 | ||
Deficit | (2,200) | (2,158) | ||
Accumulated other comprehensive loss | (15) | (14) | ||
742 | 776 | |||
$ 1,323 | $ 1,395 | |||
BlackBerry Limited Incorporated under the Laws of ( | |||
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows | |||
Three Months Ended | |||
May 31, 2024 | May 31, 2023 | ||
Cash flows from operating activities | |||
Net loss | $ (42) | $ (11) | |
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities: | |||
Amortization | 13 | 16 | |
Stock-based compensation | 8 | 9 | |
Impairment of long-lived assets | 3 | — | |
Intellectual property disposed of by sale | — | 147 | |
Debentures fair value adjustment | — | 22 | |
Operating leases | (2) | (1) | |
Other | (3) | — | |
Net changes in working capital items | |||
Accounts receivable, net of allowance | 51 | 3 | |
Other receivables | — | 4 | |
Income taxes receivable | 1 | — | |
Other assets | (13)
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