CPS Technologies Corporation Announces Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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CPS Technologies (NASDAQ:CPSH) reported Q3 2024 financial results with revenue of $4.2 million, down from $6.3 million in Q3 2023. The company posted a gross margin of -12% compared to 20% in the prior year, and an operating loss of $1.5 million versus a $0.1 million profit. The decline was primarily due to the end of the HybridTech Armor® contract and reduced manufacturing efficiencies. However, CPS secured new contracts including a $12 million award from a semiconductor customer and a $1.1 million Phase II contract from the U.S. Department of Energy. The company expects improved performance in Q4 2024 with its new third shift operations and a book-to-bill ratio of 1.22.

Positive

• Secured new $12 million contract for power module components from semiconductor customer
• Won $1.1 million Phase II contract from U.S. Department of Energy
• Book-to-bill ratio of 1.22 indicates strong future demand
• Added third shift to increase production capacity

Negative

• Revenue declined 33% YoY to $4.2 million from $6.3 million
• Gross margin turned negative at -12% compared to +20% in Q3 2023
• Operating loss of $1.5 million versus $0.1 million profit year-over-year
• Net loss of $0.07 per share compared to $0.01 profit per share in Q3 2023

Insights

Financial Analyst

The Q3 results reveal significant challenges with $4.2 million revenue, down from $6.3 million year-over-year and a concerning -12% gross margin. Key issues include the end of the HybridTech Armor contract and inefficiencies from third shift training.

However, there are several positive catalysts ahead:

• A new $12 million semiconductor contract
• A $1.1 million Department of Energy Phase II contract
• A book-to-bill ratio of 1.22, indicating strong future demand
• Expected efficiency improvements as the third shift becomes fully operational

While the $1.5 million operating loss is concerning, the company's diversification strategy and growing order book suggest potential recovery in Q4 and beyond. The balance between near-term operational challenges and future growth opportunities makes this a pivotal transition period.

Set for Improved Financial Performance in Fourth Quarter and Beyond

NORTON, Mass., Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CPS Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ:CPSH) (“CPS” or the “Company”) today announced financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended September 28, 2024.

Third Quarter Summary

• Revenue of $4.2 million for the third quarter of 2024 versus $6.3 million in the prior-year period, reflecting lower overall shipments due to the previously-announced end of the Company’s HybridTech Armor® contract with Kinetic Protection for the U.S. Navy
• Gross margin of (12) percent versus 20 percent in the third quarter of 2023, largely reflecting lower manufacturing efficiencies as well as start-up costs tied to hiring and training of a third shift, the benefit of which will be seen in the fourth quarter and beyond.
• Operating loss of $1.5 million for the quarter ended September 28, 2024 compared to an operating profit of $0.1 million in the prior-year period
• Recently won a Phase II contract from the U.S. Department of Energy, worth $1.1 million over 24 months, to continue development of “Modular Radiation Shielding for Transportation and Use of Microreactors”
• Secured a new $200K development contract from the U.S. Naval Air Systems Command, or NAVAIR, under which CPS will continue development of metal matrix composite solutions for applications requiring high strength at reduced weight.
• The Company today announced that it has received an award, valued at approximately $12 million, from a longstanding global semiconductor customer to provide power module components and related solutions. See separate press release for further details.

“While this quarter was negatively impacted by the costs related to staffing and training a third operating shift, we are optimistic about significantly improved performance in the fourth quarter and beyond,” said Brian Mackey, President and CEO. “We recently won another Phase II award from the U.S. government – with the Department of Energy – and just today announced a $12.0 million power module component contract, with a well-known global semiconductor manufacturer. Our third shift began production in the third quarter, though the impact on revenue will not be felt until the fourth quarter. We anticipate higher deliveries going forward. Overall, our book to bill ratio – currently 1.22 – provides confidence that we are weathering the storm of headwinds caused by the end of our HybridTech Armor® contract, supply chain inefficiencies, and a challenging staffing environment. We are now confident that the Company’s long-term strategy of expanding its product portfolio, working with the government to fund innovative R&D initiatives, and growing our core product lines are starting to bear fruit. We appreciate our investors’ continued patience and interest, and we look forward to the quarters to come.”

Results of Operations
CPS reported revenue of $4.2 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2024 versus $6.3 million in the prior-year period, primarily reflecting the previously-announced completion of the Company’s HybridTech Armor® contract with Kinetic Protection, the prime contractor for the U.S. Navy; another major customer has also purchased less, year-over-year, as it works through excess inventory.

Gross loss was $0.5 million, or (12) percent of revenue, versus a gross profit of $1.2 million, or 20 percent of revenue, in the fiscal 2023 third quarter, with the negative variance year-over-year due to lower overall revenue and reduced manufacturing efficiencies, along with costs associated with staffing and training a third shift that began operating the last week of August. During the quarter, this new staff worked alongside other workers for training, impacting overall cost of goods sold without a corresponding top line revenue component in the quarter.

The Company reported an operating loss of $1.5 million in the fiscal 2024 third quarter compared with an operating profit of $0.1 million in the prior-year period. Reported net loss was $1.0 million, or $(0.07) per diluted share, versus net income of $0.2 million, or $0.01 per diluted share, in the quarter ended September 30, 2023.

Conference Call
The Company will be hosting its third quarter 2024 earnings call at 9:00 am tomorrow, October 31, 2024. Those interested in participating in the conference call should dial the following: 
Call in Number: 1-844-943-2942
Participant Passcode: 475242

The Company encourages those who wish to participate to call in 10 minutes before the scheduled start time to ensure the operator can connect all participants.

About CPS
CPS is a technology and manufacturing leader in producing high-performance materials solutions for its customers. The company’s products and intellectual property address critical needs in a variety of applications, including electric trains and subway cars, wind turbines, hybrid vehicles, electric vehicles, Navy ships, the smart electric grid, 5G infrastructure and others. CPS hermetic packages can be found in many Aerospace and Satellite applications. CPS’ armor products provide exceptional ballistic protection and environmental durability at very light weight. CPS is committed to innovation and to supporting our customers in building solutions for the transition to clean energy.

Safe Harbor
Statements made in this document that are not historical facts or which apply prospectively, including those relating to 2024 financial results, are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements are identified by the use of terms and phrases such as "will," "intends," "believes," "expects," "plans," "anticipates" and similar expressions. Investors should not rely on forward looking statements because they are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the company's expectation. Additional information concerning risk factors is contained from time to time in the company's SEC filings, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K and other periodic reports filed with the SEC. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date of this release. Subsequent events or circumstances occurring after such date may render these statements incomplete or out of date. The company expressly disclaims any obligation to update the information contained in this release.

CPS Technologies Corporation
111 South Worcester Street
Norton, MA 02766
www.cpstechnologysolutions.com

Investor Relations:
Chris Witty
646-438-9385
cwitty@darrowir.com

CPS TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION Statements of Operations (Unaudited)
	Three Months Ended									Nine Months Ended
	September 28,					September 30,				September 28,				September 30,
	2024					2023				2024				2023
Revenues:
Product sales	$	4,247,116				$	6,285,041			$	15,190,063			$	20,803,447
Total revenues		4,247,116					6,285,041				15,190,063				20,803,447
Cost of product sales		4,770,548					5,049,177				15,037,177				15,126,621
Gross profit (loss)		(523,432		)			1,235,864				152,886				5,676,826
Selling, general, and administrative expense		963,064					1,105,227				3,214,831				4,121,099
Income (loss) from operations		(1,486,496		)			130,637				(3,061,945	)			1,555,727
Interest income (expense), net		71,650					78,181				241,686				176,325
Other income (expense), net			(676	)			(1,228	)			159				(4,130	)
Net income (loss) before income tax		(1,415,522		)			207,590				(2,820,100	)			1,727,922
Income tax provision (benefit)		(372,683		)			36,509				(679,803	)			497,137
Net income (loss)	$	(1,042,839		)		$	171,081			$	(2,140,297	)		$	1,230,785
Other comprehensive income
Net unrealized gains on available for sale securities		8,745					--				17,446				--
Total other comprehensive income		8,745					--				17,446				--
Total comprehensive income (loss)	$	(1,034,094		)		$	171,081			$	(2,122,851	)		$	1,230,785
Net income (loss) per basic common share	$	(0.07		)		$	0.01			$	(0.15	)		$	0.08
Weighted average number of basic common shares outstanding		14,525,664					14,517,364				14,520,827				14,487,873
Net income (loss) per diluted common share	$	(0.07		)		$	0.01			$	(0.15	)		$	0.08
Weighted average number of diluted common shares outstanding		14,525,664					14,636,241				14,520,827				14,632,591

CPS TECHNOLOGIES CORP. Balance Sheets (Unaudited)
	September 28,				December 30,
	2024				2023
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	4,689,004			$	8,813,626
Marketable securities, at fair value		1,020,952				--
Accounts receivable-trade, net		3,654,549				4,389,155
Accounts receivable-other		362,312				83,191
Inventories, net		4,433,412				4,581,930
Prepaid expenses and other current assets		506,126				276,349
Total current assets		14,666,355				18,144,251
Property and equipment:
Production equipment		9,953,702				11,271,982
Furniture and office equipment		891,921				952,883
Leasehold improvements		988,804				985,649
Total cost		11,834,427				13,210,514
Accumulated depreciation and amortization		(10,200,302	)			(11,936,004	)
Construction in progress		448,184				281,629
Net property and equipment		2,082,309				1,556,139
Right-of-use lease asset		224,000				332,000
Deferred taxes, net		2,249,985				1,569,726
Total assets	$	19,222,649			$	21,602,116

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CPS TECHNOLOGIES CORP. Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (concluded)
	September 28,				December 30,
	2024				2023
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS` EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Note payable, current portion	$	20,103			$	46,797
Accounts payable		2,497,055				2,535,086
Accrued expenses		840,757				1,075,137
Deferred revenue		160,412				251,755
Lease liability, current portion		160,000				160,000
Total current liabilities		3,678,327				4,068,775
Note payable less current portion		–				8,090
Deferred revenue – long term		31,277				31,277
Long term lease liability		64,000				172,000
Total liabilities		3,773,604				4,280,142
Commitments and contingencies
Stockholders` equity:
Common stock, $0.01 par value, authorized 20,000,000 shares; issued 14,661,487 shares; outstanding 14,525,960 shares at September 28, 2024 and issued 14,601,487 shares; outstanding 14,519,215 shares at December 30, 2023		146,615				146,015
Preferred stock, no shares issued or outstanding		–				–
Additional paid-in capital		40,520,215				40,180,893
Accumulated other comprehensive income		17,446				–
Accumulated deficit		(24,895,093	)			(22,754,796	)
Less cost of 135,527 common shares repurchased at September 28, 2024 and 82,272 common shares repurchased at December 30, 2023		(340,138	)			(250,138	)
Total stockholders` equity		15,449,045				17,321,974
Total liabilities and stockholders` equity	$	19,222,649			$	21,602,116

FAQ

What was CPS Technologies (CPSH) revenue in Q3 2024?

CPS Technologies reported revenue of $4.2 million in Q3 2024, down from $6.3 million in Q3 2023.

What new contracts did CPSH win in Q3 2024?

CPSH won a $12 million contract from a semiconductor customer, a $1.1 million Phase II contract from the Department of Energy, and a $200K development contract from NAVAIR.

Why did CPSH report a loss in Q3 2024?

The loss was due to lower revenue from the end of the HybridTech Armor® contract, reduced manufacturing efficiencies, and costs associated with hiring and training a third shift.

What is CPSH's current book-to-bill ratio?

CPS Technologies' book-to-bill ratio is 1.22, indicating strong future demand for their products.