Cuentas Inc. Announces 2021 Q1 Results

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Cuentas, Inc. (NASDAQ:CUEN) reported a significant improvement in its Q1 2021 results, primarily driven by a successful $12 million capital raise, yielding net proceeds of $10.6 million. This funding allowed the company to eliminate debts totaling $1.27 million and uplist to Nasdaq. Cuentas saw revenue almost double year-over-year, reaching $225,000, while operating losses decreased to $1.61 million from $2.58 million. With $6.48 million in cash as of March 31, 2021, Cuentas is positioned for robust growth in Q2, focusing on expanding its retail network and launching new services.

Positive

• Successful capital raise of $12 million, providing $10.6 million in net proceeds.
• Revenue nearly doubled YoY, from $134,000 to $225,000.
• Operating loss reduced from $2.58 million in Q1 2020 to $1.61 million in Q1 2021.
• Cash and cash equivalents increased to $6.48 million from $0.22 million.
• Reduction in total liabilities from $6.48 million to $3.3 million.

Negative

• None.

Cuentas Files First Quarter 2021 10Q Report

MIAMI, FL / ACCESSWIRE / May 5, 2021 / Cuentas, Inc. (NASDAQ:CUEN) ("Cuentas"), a leading FinTech provider of mobile banking and payment solutions serving Latino and Hispanic consumers, filed its quarterly report for the period ended March 31, 2021.

Cuentas' balance sheet was dramatically improved during Q1 mainly due to its successful $12 million capital raise with net proceeds of $10.6 Million through an underwritten public offering. From these Net Proceeds, Cuentas paid all its financial debt including loans to Labrys ($635k), Dinar Zuz ($378k) and the convertible loan with interest to A.Ghershony ($260k). At the same time, Cuentas was successful in uplisting to Nasdaq.

Cuentas is developing its retail distribution network with SDI Black011 (SDI) as it continues to integrate advanced consumer services with Black Wireless, Mango Mobile, CITI (Mexico) International Bill Pay and Western Union for cross border money transfers.

Cuentas is strategically building its distribution network near key transportation hubs for sale of metro cards and digital recharges for CT-Go directly available for digital scan and reload in the Cuentas Mobile App and also in prime physical Bodega Points Of Sale. Later this year Cuentas expects to also launch NY-MTA, which did over $6.3 Billion in total transit fares during 2019.

SDI is planning to leverage its base of 1 Million customers who have opted-in to their services, to announce these services when ready for consumers. Cuentas will participate with SDI on a rebate program that should make SDI wireless products and Cuentas GPR cards very successful.

Cuentas is very proud to have almost doubled revenue for Q1 compared to Q1 last year. Cuentas has hired key personnel to drive the development of products and services and believes it is well positioned with sufficient cash on hand to significantly accelerate revenue in Q2. Cuentas hopes to have excellent momentum for the next quarter and beyond. By the end of Q2, Cuentas hopes to reveal projections for the upcoming 24 months that will lead it to the next major financial plateau.

The 2021-Q1 10Q report shows $6.48 million in Cash & cash equivalents on 3/31/2021 compared to $0.22 million on 12/31/2020 and with Total assets of $13.5 million as of March 31, 2021 as compared to $7.5 Million as of Dec 31, 2020.

Total Liabilities are $3.3 Million as of 3/31/2021 compared to $6.48 million as of 12/31/2020.

Total revenue for Q1 ending 3/31/2021 was $225,000 vs $134,000 for the same period of 2020. The Operating Loss was $1,61 Million for Q1 2021 compared to $2.58 million for Q1 2020.

"Cuentas' capital raise of $12 million in February 2021 was instrumental to prepare Cuentas for the future. We were able to satisfy our providers and have sufficient capital available to start implementing our strategic marketing and distribution plan," stated Arik Maimon, Founder and Interim CEO. "We have great plans for the future of Cuentas and appreciate the patience and support of our shareholders to get to this point and have great expectations for the future", added Maimon.

About Cuentas

Cuentas, Inc. (Nasdaq: CUEN & CUENW) is a FinTech e-banking and e-commerce service provider with proprietary technology aimed at providing solutions for the underbanked and un-banked Hispanic and Latino population. Its services include, but are not limited to, mobile banking, online banking, prepaid debit, ACH and mobile deposits, cash remittance, peer to peer money transferring, and providing access to bank accounts for customers who previously could not obtain bank accounts. The proprietary Cuentas General Purpose Reloadable (GPR) Card provides holders with a digital wallet, discounts for purchases at major physical and online retailers, rewards, and the ability to purchase digital content. For more information, visit the Investor Relations section of www.cuentas.com

Forward-Looking Statements

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Investor Relations

Cuentas, Inc.
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FAQ

What were Cuentas' Q1 2021 financial results?

For Q1 2021, Cuentas reported revenue of $225,000, nearly double from $134,000 in Q1 2020, with an operating loss of $1.61 million.

How did Cuentas improve its balance sheet in Q1 2021?

Cuentas improved its balance sheet by raising $12 million, reducing total liabilities to $3.3 million, and increasing cash to $6.48 million.

What are Cuentas' future plans following Q1 2021 results?

Cuentas plans to expand its retail distribution network and launch new services, aiming for significant revenue growth in Q2 2021.

What does Cuentas' capital raise mean for shareholders?

The $12 million capital raise allowed Cuentas to eliminate debts and position itself for growth, which may benefit shareholders.

How does Cuentas' revenue performance compare year-over-year?

Cuentas' revenue in Q1 2021 was $225,000, showing a substantial increase compared to $134,000 in Q1 2020.