Fly-E Group, Inc. Announces First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results

Rhea-AI Summary

Fly-E Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLYE) reported its Q1 FY2025 financial results, ending June 30, 2024. Key highlights include:

• Net revenues increased 0.4% to $7.9 million
• Gross profit rose 13.8% to $3.1 million
• Gross margin improved to 39.4% from 34.7%
• Net loss of $0.2 million, compared to $0.4 million net income last year
• Basic and diluted losses per share of $0.01
• EBITDA decreased to $57,021 from $820,134

The company saw growth in retail sales but a decline in wholesale revenue. Operating expenses increased due to business expansion. Fly-E launched a new e-bike rental program in New York City and plans to expand to other major cities.

Positive

• Net revenues increased by 0.4% to $7.9 million
• Gross profit rose by 13.8% to $3.1 million
• Gross margin improved to 39.4% from 34.7%
• Average sale price of EVs increased by 4.6% to $1,053
• Retail sales revenue increased by 11.4% to $6.9 million
• Unit cost for battery decreased by 56% to $69.0
• Cash position improved to $4.5 million from $1.4 million year-over-year

Negative

• Net loss of $0.2 million compared to net income of $0.4 million last year
• Basic and diluted losses per share of $0.01 compared to earnings of $0.02 last year
• EBITDA decreased to $57,021 from $820,134 last year
• Total operating expenses increased by 60.9% to $3.1 million
• Wholesale revenue decreased to $1.0 million from $1.7 million
• Net cash used in operating activities was $4.5 million compared to net cash provided of $0.8 million last year

Insights

Financial Analyst

Fly-E Group's Q1 FY2025 results paint a mixed picture. While revenue grew marginally by 0.4% to $7.9 million, the company swung to a net loss of $0.2 million from a profit of $0.4 million last year. The gross margin improvement to 39.4% is promising, driven by lower battery costs. However, this was overshadowed by a 60.9% surge in operating expenses to $3.1 million, primarily due to expansion costs and IPO-related expenses.

The shift from wholesale to retail, evidenced by an 11.4% increase in retail sales, could be strategic but needs monitoring. The company's cash position improved significantly to $4.5 million, bolstered by $8.7 million from financing activities. However, the negative operating cash flow of $4.5 million is concerning and needs addressing for long-term sustainability.

Market Research Analyst

Fly-E's performance reflects broader trends in the electric vehicle market. The 4.6% increase in average EV sale price to $1,053 suggests growing consumer acceptance of premium electric two-wheelers. However, the loss of two major wholesale customers highlights the volatility in the distribution landscape.

The company's pivot towards retail, with seven new stores opened, aligns with industry trends favoring direct-to-consumer models. The new rental program in New York City, compliant with local regulations, is a smart move to capture the growing urban mobility market. However, the planned expansion to Miami, Toronto and Los Angeles will require careful execution and significant capital investment. The development of the GO FLY app could be a differentiator but faces stiff competition in the crowded mobility app space.

Tech Expert

Fly-E's technological initiatives show promise but face challenges. The development of the GO FLY app for rental services is a step towards digital integration, important in today's tech-driven mobility sector. However, the $0.1 million spent on app maintenance for Fly E-Bike suggests ongoing technical hurdles.

The 56% decrease in battery unit costs from $157 to $69 is significant, potentially indicating improved battery technology or supply chain efficiencies. This could be a major competitive advantage if sustained. The focus on UL-certified e-bikes compliant with New York State regulations demonstrates a commitment to safety and regulatory adherence, which is important in the evolving e-mobility landscape. However, the company needs to balance innovation with the rising development and maintenance costs to remain competitive in the fast-evolving EV tech space.

NEW YORK, Aug. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fly-E Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLYE) ("Fly-E" or the "Company"), an electric vehicle company engaged in designing, installing and selling smart electric motorcycles, electric bikes, electric scooters, and related accessories, today announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 ended June 30, 2024.

First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Summary

• Net revenues were $7.9 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, an increase of 0.4% from $7.8 million in the same period last year.
• Gross profit was $3.1 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, an increase of 13.8%, from $2.7 million in the same period last year.
• Gross margin was 39.4% in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, increased from 34.7% in the same period last year.
• Loss from operations was $45,499 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to income from operations of $767,544 in the same period last year.
• Net loss was $0.2 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to net income of $0.4 million in the same period last year.
• Basic and diluted losses per share were $0.01 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to basic and diluted earnings per share of $0.02 in the same period last year.
• EBITDA as $57,021 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to EBITDA of $820,134 in the same period last year.

Mr. Zhou (Andy) Ou, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Fly-E, remarked, "Despite the inflationary pressure and intense competition, we have managed to sustain steady expansion with a gross profit increase of 13.8%. Our uptick in financial performance reflects the strategic efforts we have undertaken to expand our market presence and enhance our product offerings. This growth has been driven by our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, as evidenced by the increase in our average sales price per EV. Also contributing to our gross profit increase is a decrease in our cost of revenue. We achieved this through continued cooperation with our suppliers which resulted in a more favorable price for the company when purchasing batteries. In addition, we witnessed significant increases in selling and general administrative expenses, primarily driven by the expansion of our retail stores and the strategic investments associated with our initial public offering, which increases were necessary to support our continued growth and the scaling of our operations, positioning us for future success. Looking forward, we are optimistic about our growth prospects and are committed to executing our business plan to achieve long-term success."

First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results

Net Revenues

Net revenues were $7.9 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, an increase of 0.4%, from $7.8 million in the same period last year. The increase in net revenues was driven primarily by the increase of the average sale price of EVs by $46 or 4.6%, from $1,007 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024 to $1,053 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025. 

Retail sales revenue was $6.9 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, an increase of 11.4%, from $6.2 million in the same period last year. Wholesale revenue was $1.0 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to $1.7 million in the same period last year. The increase in retail sales revenue is mainly due to the addition of seven new retail stores from June 2023 to June 2024. The decrease in wholesales revenue was driven primarily by the decrease in purchase from the top two customers who closed their stores.

Cost of Revenues

Cost of revenues was $4.8 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, a decrease of 6.8%, from $5.1 million in the same period last year. The decrease in cost of revenues was primarily attributable to more favorable pricing the Company obtained from its suppliers, especially for the price of batteries. The unit cost for battery decreased by 56%, from $157.0 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024, to $69.0 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025.

Gross Profit

Gross profit was $3.1 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, an increase of 13.8%, from $2.7 million in the same period last year. Gross margin was 39.4% in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, increased from 34.7% in the same period last year.

Total Operating Expenses

Total operating expenses were $3.1 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, an increase of 60.9%, from $2.0 million in the same period last year. The increase in operating expenses was attributable to the increase in payroll expenses, rent expenses, meals and entertainment expenses, professional fees, and development expenses as the Company expanded business.

• Selling expenses were $1.6 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to $1.1 million in the same period last year. Selling expenses primarily consist of payroll expenses, rent, utilities expenses, and advertising expenses of retail stores. Total payroll expenses were $0.6 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to $0.4 million in the same period last year. Rent expenses were $0.7 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to $0.5 million in the same period last year. Utilities expenses were $45,825 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to $28,383 in the same period last year. Advertising expenses were $68,519 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to $11,727 in the same period last year. The increase in these expenses was primarily due to the increase in the number of new stores and new employees hired for these new stores in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025.
• General and administrative expenses were $1.5 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to $0.9 million in the same period last year. Meals and entertainment expenses increased to $139,561 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to $116,577 in the same period last year, primarily due to increased meal expenses for employees who worked overtime. Professional fees increased to $0.4 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to $0.2 million in the same period last year, primarily attributable to the increase in audit fee, consulting fee, and IR expenses associated with the Company initial public offering. Payroll expenses increased to $0.4 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, from $0.2 million in the same period las year primarily due to additional employees hired in operation and accounting departments. Rent expenses increased to $0.1 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to $0.1 million for the same quarter of prior year as a result of office space expansion in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025. Development fee increased to $0.1 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to $nil for the prior quarterly as a result of maintenance for Fly E-Bike app during the three months ended June 30, 2024.

Net Income (Loss)

Net loss was $0.2 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to net income of $0.4 million in the same period last year, mainly attributable to the reasons discussed above.

Basic and Diluted Earnings (Losses) per Share

Basic and diluted losses per share were $0.01 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to basic and diluted earnings per share of $0.02 in the same period last year.

EBITDA

EBITDA was $57,021 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to EBITDA of $820,134 in the same period last year.

Financial Condition

As of June 30, 2024, the Company had cash of $4.5 million, increased from $1.4 million as of June 30, 2023.

Net cash used in operating activities was $4.5 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to net cash provided by operating activities of $0.8 million in the same period last year.

Net cash used in investing activities was $1.1 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to $0.4 million in the same period last year.

Net cash provided by financing activities was $8.7 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to net cash used in financing activities of $0.1 million in the same period last year.

Recent Development

The Company launched a new rental program to meet the increasing market demand for safe, UL-certified e-bikes in compliance with New York State regulations. The rental service is now available in New York City in select Fly E-Bike stores, offering users with a flexible and affordable e-bike rental option featuring the Fly-E Fly-11 Pro model. The Company is currently developing the GO FLY app, a mobile application designed for its rental services. As part of FLY-E's growth strategy, the Company plans to expand the rental service to Miami, Toronto, and Los Angeles shortly.

About Fly-E Group, Inc.

Fly-E Group, Inc. is an electric vehicle company that is principally engaged in designing, installing and selling smart electric motorcycles, electric bikes, electric scooters and related accessories under the brand "Fly E-Bike." The Company's commitment is to encourage people to incorporate eco-friendly transportation into their active lifestyles, ultimately contributing towards building a more environmentally friendly future. For more information, please visit the Company's website: https://investors.flyebike.com.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

To supplement the Company's financial information presented in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (the "U.S. GAAP"), management periodically uses certain "non-GAAP financial measures," as such term is defined under the rules of the SEC, to clarify and enhance understanding of past performance and prospects for the future. Generally, a non-GAAP financial measure is a numerical measure of a company's operating performance, financial position or cash flows that excludes or includes amounts that are included in or excluded from the most directly comparable measure calculated and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. For example, non-GAAP measures may exclude the impact of certain items such as acquisitions, divestitures, gains, losses and impairments, or items outside of management's control. Management believes that the following non-GAAP financial measure provides investors and analysts useful insight into its financial position and operating performance. Any non-GAAP measure provided should be viewed in addition to, and not as an alternative to, the most directly comparable measure determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Further, the calculation of these non-GAAP financial measures may differ from the calculation of similarly titled financial measures presented by other companies and therefore may not be comparable among companies.

The Company uses EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) to evaluate its operating performance. The Company believes EBITDA provides additional insight into its underlying, ongoing operating performance and facilitates year-to-year comparisons by excluding the earnings impact of interest, tax, depreciation and amortization and that presenting EBITDA is more representative of its operational performance and may be more useful for investors.

The Company reconciles its non-GAAP financial measure to its net income, which is its most directly comparable financial measure calculated and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. EBITDA includes adjustments for provision for income taxes, as applicable, interest income and expense, depreciation, and amortization. EBITDA does not represent and should not be considered an alternative to net income as determined by U.S. GAAP, and its calculations thereof may not be comparable to those reported by other companies. The Company believes EBITDA is an important measure of operating performance and provides useful information to investors because it highlights trends in its business that may not otherwise be apparent when relying solely on U.S. GAAP measures and because it eliminates items that have less bearing on its operating performance. EBITDA, as presented herein, is a supplemental measure of its performance that is not required by, or presented in accordance with, U.S. GAAP. The Company uses non-GAAP financial measures as supplements to its U.S. GAAP results in order to provide a more complete understanding of the factors and trends affecting its business. EBITDA is a measure of operating performance that is not defined by U.S. GAAP and should not be considered a substitute for net (loss) income as determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company's current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can find many (but not all) of these statements by the use of words such as "approximates," "believes," "hopes," "expects," "anticipates," "estimates," "projects," "intends," "plans," "will," "would," "should," "could," "may" or other similar expressions. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct. The Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results, and that the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are subject to the risks set forth in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), including the section under "Risk Factors" of its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 21, 2024, filed with the SEC on June 28, 2024. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Fly-E Group, Inc.
Investor Relations Department
Email: ir@flyebike.com

Ascent Investor Relations LLC
Tina Xiao
Phone: +1-646-932-7242
Email: investors@ascent-ir.com

FLY-E GROUP, INC.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Expressed in U.S. dollars, except for the number of shares)

		June 30, 2024				March 31, 2024
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash		$	4,467,868			$	1,403,514
Accounts receivable			371,916				212,804
Accounts receivable – related parties			47,742				326,914
Inventories, net			6,089,083				5,364,060
Prepayments and other receivables			2,654,196				588,660
Prepayments and other receivables – related parties			240,162				240,256
Total Current Assets			13,870,967				8,136,208
Property and equipment, net			2,011,495				1,755,022
Security deposits			805,435				781,581
Deferred IPO costs			-				502,198
Deferred tax assets, net			94,298				35,199
Operating lease right-of-use assets			15,757,380				16,000,742
Intangible assets, net			35,433				36,384
Long-term prepayment for property			569,700				450,000
Long-term prepayment for software development– related parties			2,054,000				1,279,000
Total Assets		$	35,198,708			$	28,976,334
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current Liabilities
Accounts payable		$	406,449			$	1,180,796
Current portion of long-term loan payables			1,116,044				1,213,242
Accrued expenses and other payables			422,098				925,389
Other payables – related parties			2,229				92,229
Operating lease liabilities – current			3,092,721				2,852,744
Taxes payable			1,131,009				1,530,416
Total Current Liabilities			6,170,550				7,794,816
Long-term loan payables			381,890				412,817
Operating lease liabilities – non-current			13,675,379				13,986,879
Total Liabilities			20,227,819				22,194,512
Commitment and Contingencies
Stockholders' Equity
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value, 4,400,000 shares authorized and nil outstanding as of June 30, 2024 and March 31, 2024*			—				—
Common stock, $0.01 par value, 44,000,000 shares authorized and 24,587,500 shares outstanding  as of June 30, 2024 and 22,000,000 shares outstanding as of March 31, 2024*			245,875				220,000
Additional Paid-in Capital			10,744,024				2,400,000
Shares Subscription Receivable			(219,998)				(219,998)
Retained Earnings			4,216,141				4,395,649
Accumulated other comprehensive loss			(15,153)				(13,829)
Total FLY-E Group, Inc. Stockholders' Equity			14,970,889				6,781,822
Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity		$	35,198,708			$	28,976,334

 

*	Shares and per share data are presented on a retroactive basis to reflect the nominal share issuance on December 21, 2022 and to give effect to the stock split completed on April 2, 2024.

FLY-E GROUP, INC.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND
COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME
(Expressed in U.S. dollars, except for the number of shares)

 

		For the Three Months Ended June 30,
		2024				2023
Revenues		$	7,873,426			$	7,842,346
Cost of Revenues			4,773,792				5,119,631
Gross Profit			3,099,634				2,722,715
Operating Expenses
Selling Expenses			1,612,495				1,083,106
General and Administrative Expenses			1,532,638				872,065
Total Operating Expenses			3,145,133				1,955,171
(Loss) Income from Operations			(45,499)				767,544
Other Income (Expenses), net			6,518				(11,078)
Interest Expenses, net			(68,082)				(32,623)
(Loss) Income Before Income Taxes			(107,063)				723,843
Income Tax Expense			(72,445)				(283,400)
Net (Loss) Income		$	(179,508)			$	440,443
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Foreign currency translation adjustment			(1,324)				—
Total Comprehensive (Loss) Income		$	(180,832)			$	440,443
(Losses) Earnings per Share*		$	(0.01)			$	0.02
Weighted Average Number of Common Stock
– Basic and Diluted*			22,636,250				22,000,000

 

*	Shares and per share data are presented on a retroactive basis to reflect the nominal share issuance on December 21, 2022 and to give effect to the stock split completed on April 2, 2024.

 

FLY-E GROUP, INC.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Expressed in U.S. dollars, except for the number of shares)

		For the Three Months Ended June 30,
		2024				2023
Cash flows from operating activities
Net (loss) income		$	(179,508)			$	440,443
Adjustments to reconcile net (loss) income   to net cash (used in) provided by   operating activities:
Depreciation expense			95,051				63,668
Amortization expense			951				—
Deferred income taxes (benefits) expenses			(59,099)				208,800
Amortization of operating lease right-of-use assets			798,044				485,467
Inventories reserve			176,072				153,625
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable			(159,112)				(53,742)
Accounts receivable – related parties			279,172				(282,814)
Inventories			(901,095)				(1,411,037)
Prepayments and other receivables			(2,065,536)				(185,406)
Prepayments for operation services to related parties			(180,000)				—
Security deposits			(23,854)				(52,809)
Accounts payable			(774,347)				1,681,224
Accrued expenses and other payables			(503,291)				195,049
Operating lease liabilities			(626,205)				(458,937)
Taxes payable			(399,407)				36,504
Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities			(4,522,164)				820,035
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchases of equipment			(351,524)				(390,055)
Prepayments for property			(119,700)				—
Prepayment for purchasing software from a related party			(775,000)				—
Repayment from   a related party			180,256				—
Advance to a related party			(162)				—
Net cash used in investing activities			(1,066,130)				(390,055)
Cash flows from financing activities
Advance to a related party			—				(56,000)
Borrowing from loan payables			247,500				—
Repayments of loan payables			(375,625)				(296,002)
Repayments on other payables - related parties			(90,000)				182,239
Payments of related party loan			—				(75,000)
Capital Contributions from Shareholders			—				136,370
Payments of IPO cost			(282,403)
Net proceeds from issuance of common stock - IPO			9,154,500				—
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities			8,653,972				(108,393)
Net changes in cash			3,065,678				321,587
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash			(1,324)				—
Cash at beginning of the period			1,403,514				358,894
Cash at the end of the period		$	4,467,868			$	680,481
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information
Cash paid for interest expense		$	68,082			$	32,623
Cash paid for income taxes		$	481,929			$	81,268
Supplemental disclosure of non-cash investing and financing activities
Settlement of accounts payable by capital contribution		$	—			$	2,263,630
Purchase of vehicle funded by loan		$	—			$	34,974
Deferred IPO cost   recognized as additional paid-in capital		$	502,198			$	—
Termination of operating lease right-of-use assets and operating lease liabilities		$	(2,962)				—
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for operating lease liabilities		$	557,643			$	1,234,944

The following table sets forth the components of the Company's EBITDA for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023:

		For the Three Months Ended June 30,
		2024				2023				Change				Percentage Change
(Loss) Income from Operations		$	(179,508)			$	440,443			$	(619,951)				(140.8)	%
Income Tax provision			72,445				283,400				(210,955)				(74.4)	%
Depreciation			95,051				63,668				31,383				49.3	%
Interest Expenses			68,082				32,623				35,459				108.7	%
Amortization			951				—				951				100.0	%
EBITDA		$	57,021			$	820,134			$	(763,113)				(93.0)	%
Percentage of Revenue			0.7	%			10.5	%							(9.7)	%

 

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/fly-e-group-inc-announces-first-quarter-of-fiscal-year-2025-financial-results-302225162.html

SOURCE Fly-E Group, Inc.

FAQ

What were Fly-E Group's (FLYE) Q1 FY2025 net revenues?

Fly-E Group's net revenues for Q1 FY2025 were $7.9 million, a 0.4% increase from $7.8 million in the same period last year.

How did Fly-E Group's (FLYE) gross profit change in Q1 FY2025?

Fly-E Group's gross profit increased by 13.8% to $3.1 million in Q1 FY2025, compared to $2.7 million in the same period last year.

What was Fly-E Group's (FLYE) net income/loss for Q1 FY2025?

Fly-E Group reported a net loss of $0.2 million in Q1 FY2025, compared to a net income of $0.4 million in the same period last year.

How did Fly-E Group's (FLYE) EBITDA perform in Q1 FY2025?

Fly-E Group's EBITDA decreased to $57,021 in Q1 FY2025, compared to $820,134 in the same period last year.

What new program did Fly-E Group (FLYE) launch in Q1 FY2025?

Fly-E Group launched a new e-bike rental program in New York City, offering UL-certified e-bikes in compliance with New York State regulations.