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Ceva, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results

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Ceva Inc reported strong Q4 2024 financial results with total revenue of $29.2 million, up 21% year-over-year. Q4 royalty revenue reached $13.5 million, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of growth. The company achieved record shipments of 623 million Ceva-powered units, up 38% year-over-year.

For full-year 2024, total revenue increased 10% to $106.9 million, with royalty revenue up 18% to $46.9 million. Annual Ceva-powered device shipments hit a record 2 billion units. The company secured 43 license agreements, including 12 multiple-technology licenses and 9 first-time customers. GAAP loss per share was $0.37, while non-GAAP diluted earnings per share doubled to $0.36.

Notable Q4 achievements included securing major Wi-Fi architecture and cellular DSP licensing deals with global MCU leaders and U.S. mobile OEMs.

Ceva Inc ha riportato solidi risultati finanziari per il quarto trimestre del 2024, con un fatturato totale di 29,2 milioni di dollari, in aumento del 21% rispetto all'anno precedente. I ricavi da royalties del Q4 hanno raggiunto 13,5 milioni di dollari, segnando il quinto trimestre consecutivo di crescita. L'azienda ha registrato spedizioni record di 623 milioni di unità alimentate da Ceva, in aumento del 38% rispetto all'anno precedente.

Per l'intero anno 2024, il fatturato totale è aumentato del 10% a 106,9 milioni di dollari, con i ricavi da royalties in crescita del 18% a 46,9 milioni di dollari. Le spedizioni annuali di dispositivi alimentati da Ceva hanno raggiunto un record di 2 miliardi di unità. L'azienda ha ottenuto 43 accordi di licenza, tra cui 12 licenze multi-tecnologia e 9 nuovi clienti. La perdita per azione secondo i principi contabili GAAP è stata di 0,37 dollari, mentre l'utile per azione diluito non GAAP è raddoppiato a 0,36 dollari.

Tra i risultati notevoli del Q4 vi sono stati l'acquisizione di importanti accordi di licenza per architetture Wi-Fi e DSP cellulari con leader globali nel settore degli MCU e OEM mobili statunitensi.

Ceva Inc reportó sólidos resultados financieros para el cuarto trimestre de 2024, con ingresos totales de 29,2 millones de dólares, un aumento del 21% en comparación con el año anterior. Los ingresos por regalías del Q4 alcanzaron 13,5 millones de dólares, marcando el quinto trimestre consecutivo de crecimiento. La compañía logró envíos récord de 623 millones de unidades impulsadas por Ceva, un aumento del 38% en comparación con el año anterior.

Para todo el año 2024, los ingresos totales aumentaron un 10% a 106,9 millones de dólares, con ingresos por regalías que crecieron un 18% a 46,9 millones de dólares. Los envíos anuales de dispositivos impulsados por Ceva alcanzaron un récord de 2 mil millones de unidades. La compañía aseguró 43 acuerdos de licencia, incluidos 12 licencias de múltiples tecnologías y 9 clientes nuevos. La pérdida por acción según GAAP fue de 0,37 dólares, mientras que las ganancias por acción diluidas no GAAP se duplicaron a 0,36 dólares.

Logros notables del Q4 incluyeron la obtención de importantes acuerdos de licencia de arquitectura Wi-Fi y DSP celular con líderes globales de MCU y OEM móviles de EE. UU.

Ceva Inc는 2024년 4분기 강력한 재무 결과를 보고했으며, 총 수익은 2,920만 달러로 전년 대비 21% 증가했습니다. 4분기 로열티 수익은 1,350만 달러에 달해 다섯 분기 연속 성장세를 기록했습니다. 이 회사는 Ceva 기반 제품의 출하량이 6억 2,300만 대로 전년 대비 38% 증가하며 기록적인 출하량을 달성했습니다.

2024년 전체 연도에 대한 총 수익은 1억 6,900만 달러로 10% 증가했으며, 로열티 수익은 4,690만 달러로 18% 증가했습니다. Ceva 기반 장치의 연간 출하량은 20억 대로 사상 최고치를 기록했습니다. 이 회사는 43개의 라이선스 계약을 확보했으며, 그중 12개는 다중 기술 라이선스, 9개는 신규 고객입니다. GAAP 기준 주당 손실은 0.37달러였고, 비 GAAP 기준 희석 주당 순이익은 0.36달러로 두 배 증가했습니다.

4분기의 주요 성과로는 글로벌 MCU 리더 및 미국 모바일 OEM과의 주요 Wi-Fi 아키텍처 및 셀룰러 DSP 라이선스 계약 확보가 포함됩니다.

Ceva Inc a annoncé de solides résultats financiers pour le quatrième trimestre 2024, avec un chiffre d'affaires total de 29,2 millions de dollars, en hausse de 21 % par rapport à l'année précédente. Les revenus de redevances du Q4 ont atteint 13,5 millions de dollars, marquant le cinquième trimestre consécutif de croissance. L'entreprise a enregistré des expéditions record de 623 millions d'unités alimentées par Ceva, en hausse de 38 % par rapport à l'année précédente.

Pour l'année 2024 dans son ensemble, le chiffre d'affaires total a augmenté de 10 % pour atteindre 106,9 millions de dollars, avec des revenus de redevances en hausse de 18 % pour atteindre 46,9 millions de dollars. Les expéditions annuelles d'appareils alimentés par Ceva ont atteint un record de 2 milliards d'unités. L'entreprise a obtenu 43 accords de licence, dont 12 licences multi-technologies et 9 nouveaux clients. La perte par action selon les normes GAAP était de 0,37 dollar, tandis que le bénéfice par action dilué non GAAP a doublé pour atteindre 0,36 dollar.

Parmi les réalisations notables du Q4, on trouve la sécurisation d'accords majeurs de licence pour l'architecture Wi-Fi et les DSP cellulaires avec des leaders mondiaux des MCU et des OEM mobiles aux États-Unis.

Ceva Inc hat starke finanzielle Ergebnisse für das vierte Quartal 2024 berichtet, mit einem Gesamtumsatz von 29,2 Millionen Dollar, was einem Anstieg von 21% im Vergleich zum Vorjahr entspricht. Die Lizenzgebühren im Q4 erreichten 13,5 Millionen Dollar, was das fünfte aufeinanderfolgende Quartal mit Wachstum darstellt. Das Unternehmen erzielte Rekordlieferungen von 623 Millionen Ceva-betriebenen Einheiten, was einem Anstieg von 38% im Vergleich zum Vorjahr entspricht.

Für das gesamte Jahr 2024 stieg der Gesamtumsatz um 10% auf 106,9 Millionen Dollar, während die Lizenzgebühren um 18% auf 46,9 Millionen Dollar zunahmen. Die jährlichen Lieferungen von Ceva-betriebenen Geräten erreichten einen Rekord von 2 Milliarden Einheiten. Das Unternehmen sicherte sich 43 Lizenzvereinbarungen, darunter 12 Mehr-Technologie-Lizenzen und 9 Erstkunden. Der GAAP-Verlust pro Aktie betrug 0,37 Dollar, während der verwässerte Gewinn pro Aktie nach Non-GAAP auf 0,36 Dollar verdoppelt wurde.

Zu den bemerkenswerten Erfolgen im Q4 gehörten die Sicherung wichtiger Lizenzvereinbarungen für Wi-Fi-Architekturen und zellulare DSP mit globalen MCU-Führern und US-mobilen OEMs.

Positive
  • Q4 revenue growth of 21% YoY to $29.2M
  • Fifth consecutive quarter of royalty revenue growth, up 9% YoY
  • Record 623M units shipped in Q4, up 38% YoY
  • Full-year royalty revenue increased 18% to $46.9M
  • Non-GAAP EPS doubled YoY to $0.36
  • Secured 43 licensing deals in 2024, including 9 new customers
Negative
  • GAAP operating loss of $7.5M for full-year 2024
  • GAAP net loss of $8.8M for full-year 2024
  • GAAP diluted loss per share of $0.37 in 2024

Insights

CEVA's Q4 2024 results reveal a compelling growth story with several key strengths. The 21% YoY revenue growth to $29.2 million was driven by both licensing ($15.7 million, up 33%) and royalties ($13.5 million, up 9%). The company's strategic pivot is yielding results through:

  • Diversified Revenue Streams: Record shipments of 623 million units across multiple verticals demonstrate successful market penetration, with particularly strong performance in Bluetooth (1.1 billion units annually) and Wi-Fi (179 million units)
  • Improved Deal Economics: The 89% non-GAAP gross margin, though slightly lower than last year's 92%, remains robust and reflects strong pricing power in IP licensing
  • Strategic Customer Expansion: Securing 12 multi-technology licenses and 9 first-time customers indicates successful market penetration and cross-selling capabilities

The doubling of non-GAAP EPS to $0.36 for the full year, despite continued GAAP losses, suggests effective cost management and operational leverage. The company's focus on AI-enabled edge devices and wireless connectivity positions it well in high-growth markets, while the 43 new licensing agreements in 2024 provide a strong foundation for future royalty growth.

The reduction in share count through $8.5 million in buybacks demonstrates management's confidence in the business model and commitment to shareholder returns. However, investors should monitor the GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliation gap and the pace of converting licensing deals into recurring royalty streams as key performance indicators.

ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ceva, Inc. (NASDAQ: CEVA), the leading licensor of silicon and software IP that enables Smart Edge devices to connect, sense and infer data more reliably and efficiently, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024. Financial results for the fourth quarter and all periods presented reflect Ceva's continuing operations only, with the Intrinsix business reflected as a discontinued operation, unless otherwise noted.

Fourth Quarter Highlights:

  • Total revenue of $29.2 million, up 21% year-over-year
  • Royalty revenue of $13.5 million, up 9% year-over-year, and the fifth consecutive quarter of year-over-year royalty revenue growth
  • Record high 623 million Ceva-powered units shipped, up 38% year-over-year
  • Secured major licensing deals – Wi-Fi architecture license with global MCU leader & cellular DSP license with U.S. mobile OEM for in-house 5G modem

Full Year 2024 Highlights:

  • Total revenue of $106.9 million, up 10% year-over-year
  • Royalty revenue of $46.9 million, up 18% year-over-year
  • Annual Ceva-powered smart edge devices shipments reach record 2 billion units – over 60 devices sold every second
  • Expanded leadership in wireless connectivity and grew customer base in edge AI and sensing – 43 license agreements signed, 12 of which licensed multiple technologies, 9 of which were first-time customers and 11 of which were with OEMs
  • GAAP loss per share of $0.37, non-GAAP diluted earnings per share doubled year-over-year to $0.36

Amir Panush, Chief Executive of Ceva, commented: "We are pleased to finish the year with another strong quarter, with total revenues up 21% year-over-year, and ahead of our guidance. The continued strength of our licensing business is highlighted by two strategic customer agreements signed in the quarter, which reinforce our long-term relationships with these key customers and hold the potential to drive meaningful long-term royalty streams in the years to come. In royalties, strong end market demand across nearly every vertical we address enabled us to deliver our fifth consecutive quarter of year-over-year royalty growth, as our customers shipped a record high of 623 million Ceva-powered smart edge devices."

Mr. Panush continued: "2024 was a pivotal year for Ceva. We successfully concluded long-term licensing partnerships with key customers in our core markets and expanded our customer base and TAM with new engagements. Our market leadership is also evident in our royalty business, where our customers shipped a record 2 billion Ceva-powered smart devices in 2024. Overall, our diverse customer base, spanning multiple industries and end markets, creates a powerful foundation for driving licensing growth and generating strong, long-term royalty revenues, further enhanced by the expanding role of AI across industries and everyday life."

Fourth Quarter 2024 Review
Total revenue for the fourth quarter of 2024 was $29.2 million, a 21% increase compared to $24.2 million reported for the fourth quarter of 2023. Licensing and related revenue for the fourth quarter of 2024 was $15.7 million, a 33% increase compared to $11.8 million reported for the same quarter a year ago. Royalty revenue for the fourth quarter of 2024 was $13.5 million, a 9% increase compared to $12.3 million reported for the fourth quarter of 2023.

During the quarter, twelve IP licensing agreements were concluded, targeting a wide range of end markets and applications, including 5G smartphones, Wi-Fi-enabled MCUs, edge AI for consumer IoT, sensor fusion software for mobile, and Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular IoT connectivity for a range of consumer and industrial IoT applications. Two of the deals signed were with OEMs and three were first-time customers.

GAAP gross margin for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 88%, as compared to 91% in the fourth quarter of 2023. GAAP operating income for the fourth quarter of 2024 was $0.1 million, as compared to a GAAP operating loss of $2.8 million for the same period in 2023. GAAP net loss for the fourth quarter of 2024 was $1.7 million, as compared to a GAAP net loss of $8.1 million reported for the same period in 2023. GAAP diluted loss per share for the fourth quarter of 2024 was $0.07, as compared to GAAP diluted loss per share of $0.34 for the same period in 2023.

GAAP net income including the discontinued operation for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $3.8 million. GAAP diluted income per share including the discontinued operation for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $0.16.

Non-GAAP gross margin for the fourth quarter of 2024 was 89%, as compared to 92% for the same period in 2023. Non-GAAP operating income for the fourth quarter of 2024 was $4.5 million, as compared to non-GAAP operating income of $1.9 million reported for the fourth quarter of 2023. Non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share for the fourth quarter of 2024 were $2.7 million and $0.11, respectively, compared with non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share of $2.3 million and $0.10, respectively, reported for the fourth quarter of 2023. 

Non-GAAP net income including the discontinued operation for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $2.4 million. Non-GAAP diluted income per share including the discontinued operation for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $0.10.

Full Year 2024 Review
Total revenue for 2024 was $106.9 million, an increase of 10%, when compared to $97.4 million reported for 2023. Licensing and related revenue for 2024 was $60.0 million, an increase of 4%, when compared to $57.6 million reported for 2023. Royalty revenue for 2024 was $46.9 million, representing an increase of 18%, as compared to $39.9 million reported for 2023.

Yaniv Arieli, Chief Financial Officer of Ceva, added: "In 2024, we drove double-digit revenue growth and doubled our non-GAAP EPS, through focused execution and operating efficiency. Our strategic focus on customer engagements to achieve better deal economics and value is producing excellent results as is evident by the year-over-year growth in annual licensing revenue. As we look to the future, we are confident in our ability to continue on our organic growth trajectory and to capitalize on non-organic opportunities to accelerate our growth."

In 2024, 43 licensing deals were concluded, including 11 with OEMs and 9 with first-time customers. 12 of these customers licensed multiple technologies from Ceva. A record 2 billion Ceva-powered smart edge devices were shipped, including a record 1.1 billion Bluetooth devices, a record 179 million Wi-Fi devices, a record 170 million Cellular IoT devices, 340 million smartphones and 170 million other smart edge devices powered by Ceva DSPs, AI accelerators and sensor fusion software.

GAAP operating loss for 2024 was $7.5 million, as compared to a GAAP operating loss of $13.5 million reported for 2023. GAAP net loss and diluted loss per share for 2024 were $8.8 million and $0.37, respectively, compared to GAAP net loss and diluted loss per share of $18.4 million and $0.79, respectively, reported for 2023.

GAAP net loss including the discontinued operation for 2023 was $11.9 million. GAAP diluted loss per share including the discontinued operation for 2023 was $0.51.

Non-GAAP operating income for 2024 was $10.2 million, compared with $3.6 million reported for 2023. Non-GAAP net income and diluted earnings per share for 2024 were $9.0 million and $0.36, respectively, compared to $4.4 million and $0.18 reported for 2023. Non-GAAP net income including the discontinued operation for 2023 was $2.4 million. Non-GAAP diluted income per share including the discontinued operation for 2023 was $0.10.

In the fourth quarter of 2024, Ceva repurchased approximately 32,000 shares for approximately $1 million under the company's stock repurchase program.  Overall in 2024, Ceva repurchased approximately 375,000 shares for approximately $8.5 million.

Ceva Conference Call
On February 13, 2025, Ceva management will conduct a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the operating performance for the quarter and review the full year.

The conference call will be available via the following dial in numbers:

  • U.S. Participants: Dial 1-844-435-0316 (Access Code: CEVA)
  • International Participants: Dial +1-412-317-6365 (Access Code: CEVA)

The conference call will also be available live via webcast at the following link: https://app.webinar.net/LolQE7BawV9. Please go to the web site at least fifteen minutes prior to the call to register.

For those who cannot access the live broadcast, a replay will be available by dialing +1-877-344-7529 or +1-412-317-0088 (access code: 5632639) from one hour after the end of the call until 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) on February 20, 2025. The replay will also be available at Ceva's web site www.ceva-ip.com.

Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, as well as assumptions that if they materialize or prove incorrect, could cause the results of Ceva to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and assumptions. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding Ceva's ability to reinforce long-term relationships with key customers, to drive licensing growth and long-term royalty streams, to deliver long-term shareholder value, and to continue on Ceva's organic growth trajectory and to capitalize on non-organic opportunities to accelerate growth. The risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause differing Ceva results include: the effect of intense industry competition; the ability of Ceva's technologies and products incorporating Ceva's technologies to achieve market acceptance; Ceva's ability to meet changing needs of end-users and evolving market demands; the cyclical nature of and general economic conditions in the semiconductor industry; Ceva's ability to diversify its royalty streams and license revenues; Ceva's ability to continue to generate significant revenues from the handset baseband market and to penetrate new markets; instability and disruptions related to the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict; and general market conditions and other risks relating to Ceva's business, including, but not limited to, those that are described from time to time in our SEC filings. Ceva assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements or information, which speak as of their respective dates.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Non-GAAP gross margin for the fourth quarter of 2024 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $0.1 million and (b) amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.1 million. Non-GAAP gross margin for the fourth quarter of 2023 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $0.2 million and (b) amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.1 million.

Non-GAAP operating income for the fourth quarter of 2024 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $3.9 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.3 million and (c) $0.3 million of costs associated with business acquisitions. Non-GAAP operating income for the fourth quarter of 2023 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $4.1 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.3 million and (c) $0.4 million of costs associated with business acquisitions.

Non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share for the fourth quarter of 2024 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $3.9 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.3 million and (c) $0.3 million of costs associated with business acquisitions. Non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share for the fourth quarter of 2023 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $4.1 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.3 million, (c) $0.4 million of costs associated with business acquisitions, (d) $0.1 million income associated with the remeasurement of marketable equity securities, (e) $1.3 million tax charges, an impact as a result of the completion of a tax audit for prior years and (f) $4.5 million tax charges, including one-time write off of a deferred tax asset related to Section 174 (US tax regulations).

Non-GAAP gross margin for 2024 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $0.7 million and (b) amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.5 million. Non-GAAP gross margin for 2023 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $0.8 million and (b) amortization and impairment of acquired intangibles of $0.4 million.

Non-GAAP operating income for 2024 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $15.6 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $1.0 million, and (c) $1.0 million of costs associated with business acquisition. Non-GAAP operating income for 2023 excluded (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $15.5 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $1.0 million and (c) $0.6 million of costs associated with business acquisition.

Non-GAAP net income and diluted earnings per share for 2024 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $15.6 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $1.0 million, (c) $1.0 million of costs associated with business acquisition and (d) $0.1 million associated with the remeasurement of marketable equity securities.

Non-GAAP net income and diluted earnings per share for 2023 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $15.5 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $1.0 million, (c) $0.6 million associated with business acquisition, (d) $1.3 tax charges, an impact as a result of the completion of a tax audit for prior years, and (e) $4.5 million tax charges, including one-time write off of a deferred tax asset related to Section 174 (US tax regulations).

Non-GAAP net income with the discontinued operations for 2023 was $2.4 million. Non-GAAP diluted income per share with the discontinued operations for 2023 was $0.10.

About Ceva, Inc.
At Ceva, we are passionate about bringing new levels of innovation to the smart edge. Our wireless communications, sensing and Edge AI technologies are at the heart of some of today's most advanced smart edge products. From wireless connectivity IPs (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, UWB and 5G platform IP), to scalable Edge AI NPU IPs and sensor fusion solutions, we have the broadest portfolio of IP to connect, sense and infer data more reliably and efficiently. We deliver differentiated solutions that combine outstanding performance at ultra-low power within a very small silicon footprint. Our goal is simple – to deliver the silicon and software IP to enable a smarter, safer, and more interconnected world. This philosophy is in practice today, with Ceva powering more than 19 billion of the world's most innovative smart edge products from AI-infused smartwatches, IoT devices and wearables to autonomous vehicles and 5G mobile networks.

Our headquarters are in Rockville, Maryland with a global customer base supported by operations worldwide. Our employees are among the leading experts in their areas of specialty, consistently solving the most complex design challenges, enabling our customers to bring innovative smart edge products to market.

Ceva is a sustainability- and environmentally-conscious company, adhering to our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics. As such, we emphasize and focus on environmental preservation, recycling, the welfare of our employees and privacy – which we promote on a corporate level. At Ceva, we are committed to social responsibility, values of preservation and consciousness towards these purposes.

Ceva: Powering the Smart Edge™

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Ceva, Inc. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (LOSS) – U.S. GAAP

U.S. dollars in thousands, except per share data



Three months ended

Twelve months ended


December 31,

December 31,


2024

2023

2024

2023


Unaudited

Unaudited

Unaudited

Unaudited

Revenues:





Licensing and related revenues

$  15,733

$  11,816

$  59,999

$  57,555

Royalties

13,490

12,346

46,940

39,864






Total revenues

29,223

24,162

106,939

97,419






Cost of revenues

3,371

2,259

12,768

11,648






Gross profit

25,852

21,903

94,171

85,771






Operating expenses:





Research and development, net

16,877

18,145

71,616

72,689

Sales and marketing

3,625

2,829

12,624

11,042

General and administrative

5,126

3,567

16,877

14,913

Amortization of intangible assets

150

149

599

594

Total operating expenses

25,778

24,690

101,716

99,238






Operating income (loss)

74

(2,787)

(7,545)

(13,467)

Financial income (loss), net

(78)

1,767

4,884

5,264

Remeasurement of marketable equity securities

3

74

(94)

(2)






Loss before taxes on income

(1)

(946)

(2,755)

(8,205)

Taxes on Income

1,735

7,152

6,031

10,232






Net loss from continuing operations

(1,736)

(8,098)

(8,786)

(18,437)

Net income from discontinued operation

11,867

6,559

Net Income (loss)

$  (1,736)

$  3,769

$  (8,786)

$  (11,878)






Basic and diluted net income (loss) per share:





Continuing operations

(0.07)

(0.34)

(0.37)

(0.79)

Discontinued operation

0.50

0.28

Basic and diluted net income (loss) per share

$  (0.07)

$  0.16

$  (0.37)

$  (0.51)

Weighted-average shares used to compute net income
(loss) per share (in thousands):





Basic

23,637

23,518

23,613

23,484

Diluted

23,637

23,946

23,613

23,484

 

Unaudited Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures

U.S. Dollars in thousands, except per share amounts



Three months ended

Twelve months ended


December 31,

December 31,


2024

2023

2024

2023


Unaudited

Unaudited

Unaudited

Unaudited

GAAP net income (loss)

$  (1,736)

$  3,769

$  (8,786)

$  (11,878)

Equity-based compensation expense included in cost of
revenues

143

190

713

826

Equity-based compensation expense included in research and
development expenses

2,432

2,430

9,298

9,133

Equity-based compensation expense included in sales and
marketing expenses

494

471

1,801

1,776

Equity-based compensation expense included in general and
administrative expenses

827

1,008

3,763

3,795

Amortization of intangible assets

255

278

1,090

1,031

Costs associated with business and asset acquisitions

250

356

1,033

551

(Income) loss associated with the remeasurement of
marketable equity securities.

(3)

(74)

94

2

Income tax expenses, an impact as a result of the completion
of a tax audit for prior years

1,302

1,302

Adjustment related to US tax reform rule 174

4,460

4,460

Non-GAAP from discontinued operation

(11,812)

(8,579)

Non-GAAP net income

$2,662

$2,378

$  9,006

$  2,419

GAAP weighted-average number of Common Stock used in
computation of diluted net income (loss)  per share (in
thousands)

23,637

23,518

23,613

23,484

Weighted-average number of shares related to outstanding
stock-based awards (in thousands)

1,579

1,271

1,491

1,197

Weighted-average number of Common Stock used in
computation of diluted net income (loss) per share, excluding
the above (in thousands)

25,216

24,789

25,104

24,681






GAAP diluted income (loss) per share

($  0.07)

$  0.16

$  (0.37)

$  (0.51)

Equity-based compensation expense

$  0.16

$  0.17

$  0.65

$  0.66

Amortization of intangible assets

$  0.01

$  0.01

$  0.04

$  0.04

Costs associated with business and asset acquisitions

$  0.01

$  0.02

$  0.04

$  0.02

Adjustment related to income tax expenses

$     —

$  0.24

$     —

$  0.25

Non-GAAP from discontinued operation

$     —

($  0.50)

$     —

($  0.36)

Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share

$  0.11

$  0.10

$  0.36

$  0.10






 


Three months ended

Twelve months ended


December 31,

December 31,


2024

2023

2024

2023


Unaudited

Unaudited

Unaudited

Unaudited

GAAP Operating Income (loss)

$  74

$  (2,787)

$  (7,545)

$  (13,467)

Equity-based compensation expense included in cost of
revenues

143

190

713

826

Equity-based compensation expense included in
research and development expenses

2,432

2,430

9,298

9,133

Equity-based compensation expense included in sales
and marketing expenses

494

471

1,801

1,776

Equity-based compensation expense included in
general and administrative expenses

827

1,008

3,763

3,795

Amortization of intangible assets

255

278

1,090

1,031

Costs associated with the Business and asset
acquisition

250

356

1,033

551

Total non-GAAP Operating Income

$  4,475

$  1,946

$  10,153

$  3,645

 


Three months ended

Twelve months ended


December 31,

December 31,


2024

2023

2024

2023


Unaudited

Unaudited

Unaudited

Unaudited






GAAP Gross Profit

$  25,852

$  21,903

$  94,171

$  85,771

GAAP Gross Margin

88 %

91 %

88 %

88 %






Equity-based compensation expense included in cost of revenues

143

190

713

826

Amortization of intangible assets    

105

129

491

437

Total Non-GAAP Gross profit

26,100

22,222

95,375

87,034

Non-GAAP Gross Margin

89 %

92 %

89 %

89 %

 

Ceva, Inc. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(U.S. Dollars in thousands)




December 31,

December 31,



2024

2023 (*)



Unaudited

Unaudited

ASSETS




Current assets:




Cash and cash equivalents


$  18,498

$  23,287

Marketable securities and short-term bank deposits


145,146

143,251

Trade receivables, net


15,969

8,433

Unbilled receivables


21,240

21,874

Prepaid expenses and other current assets


15,488

12,526

                    Total current assets


216,341

209,371

Long-term assets:




Severance pay fund


7,161

7,070

Deferred tax assets, net


1,456

1,609

Property and equipment, net


6,877

6,732

Operating lease right-of-use assets


5,811

6,978

Investment in marketable equity securities


312

406

Goodwill


58,308

58,308

Intangible assets, net


1,877

2,967

Other long-term assets


10,805

10,644

                    Total assets


$  308,948

$  304,085





LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY




Current liabilities:




Trade payables


$  1,125

$  1,154

Deferred revenues


3,599

3,018

Accrued expenses and other payables


23,207

20,202

Operating lease liabilities


2,598

2,513

Total current liabilities


30,529

26,887

Long-term liabilities:




     Accrued severance pay


7,365

7,524

Operating lease liabilities


2,963

3,943

Other accrued liabilities


1,535

1,390

Total liabilities


42,392

39,744

Stockholders' equity:




Common stock


24

23

Additional paid in-capital


259,891

252,100

Treasury stock


(3,222)

(5,620)

Accumulated other comprehensive loss


(1,330)

(2,329)

Retained earnings


11,193

20,167

Total stockholders' equity


266,556

264,341

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity


$  308,948

$  304,085


(*) Derived from audited financial statements.

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FAQ

What was CEVA's Q4 2024 revenue and growth rate?

CEVA's Q4 2024 total revenue was $29.2 million, representing a 21% increase compared to Q4 2023.

How many Ceva-powered units were shipped in Q4 2024?

A record high of 623 million Ceva-powered units were shipped in Q4 2024, representing a 38% increase year-over-year.

What was CEVA's full-year 2024 royalty revenue?

CEVA's full-year 2024 royalty revenue was $46.9 million, an 18% increase compared to 2023.

How many licensing deals did CEVA secure in 2024?

CEVA secured 43 licensing deals in 2024, including 11 with OEMs and 9 with first-time customers.

What was CEVA's stock repurchase activity in 2024?

CEVA repurchased approximately 375,000 shares for $8.5 million in 2024, with 32,000 shares repurchased in Q4 for approximately $1 million.

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