Gilat Reports Q2 2020 Results  

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Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. reported its Q2 2020 results, revealing revenues of $38.3 million, a decline from $59.7 million in Q2 2019. The company faced a GAAP operating loss of $3.5 million, contrasting with a profit of $4.9 million the previous year. Net losses stood at $4.2 million, or $0.08 per diluted share. The COVID-19 pandemic impacted operations, causing order delays, though the management anticipates recovery in the second half of 2020. Ongoing litigation with Comtech regarding merger obligations is also noted, with a court case scheduled for October 2020.

Positive

• Gilat awarded over $10 million for a five-year service project for 4G backhaul services in Latin America.
• Secured multi-million dollar contracts for cellular backhaul with a US Tier-1 mobile operator.
• Extended contract with Africa Mobile Networks to power the largest satellite cellular backhaul network in Africa.
• Became a preferred vendor for several major mobile operators in Kazakhstan, Mexico, and Argentina.

Negative

• Q2 2020 revenues dropped by 36% compared to Q2 2019.
• GAAP operating loss of $3.5 million compared to a profit of $4.9 million in Q2 2019.
• Litigation with Comtech raises concerns over merger completion and regulatory approvals in Russia.

PETAH TIKVA, Israel, Aug. 31, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ, TASE: GILT), a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions and services, today reported its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2020.

Key Financial Highlights:

• Revenues for Q2 2020 totaled $38.3 million compared with $59.7 million for Q2 2019.
• Q2 2020 - GAAP operating loss was $3.5 million compared to operating income of $4.9 million in Q2 2019. Q2 2020 Non-GAAP operating loss was $2.6 million compared to Non-GAAP operating income of $6.3 in Q2 2019.
• Q2 2020 GAAP net loss was $4.2 million, or loss of $0.08 per diluted share, compared with net income of $3.4 million, or income of $0.06 per diluted share in Q2 2019. Q2 2020 non-GAAP net loss was $3.3 million, or $0.06 per diluted share, compared with net income of $4.8 million, or $0.09 per diluted share, in Q2 2019. 
• Q2 2020 Adjusted EBITDA was $0.1 million compared with Adjusted EBITDA of $8.9 million in Q2 2019.

Adi Sfadia, Gilat's interim CEO, commented:

"The COVID-19 pandemic continued to affect Gilat's second quarter 2020 results, as we continued to see postponements and delays in orders. However, during the second quarter we began to see and are continuing to see a recovery in most of our areas of operations which is demonstrated by a significant increase in pipeline opportunities. We believe that as a result of these trends, coupled with the cost reduction initiatives we have executed and are continuing to execute, the second half of 2020 will be meaningfully better than the first half, for Gilat.

"I am pleased to report that Bosmat Halpern, Gilat's AVP Finance has been appointed as Gilat's interim CFO, and I am confident in her ability to wisely navigate Gilat's finances through these unprecedented times."

Comtech Transaction and Litigation

The acquisition of Gilat by Comtech Telecommunications Corp ("Comtech") remains subject to certain conditions to closing, including regulatory approvals in Russia. As previously reported, Comtech filed a complaint against Gilat in the Delaware Court of Chancery seeking declaratory judgments that certain actions, if taken by Gilat in connection with Russia regulatory approval would breach Gilat’s obligations under the Merger Agreement and that Gilat has suffered a Material Adverse Effect, as defined in the Merger Agreement, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a consequence, Comtech contends that it is not required to consummate the merger.

Gilat strongly rejects all such allegations, and on July 21, 2020, Gilat filed a complaint against Comtech in the Delaware Court of Chancery, seeking a Court order requiring Comtech to specifically perform its obligations under the merger agreement, including using its reasonable best efforts to obtain regulatory approval as soon as practicable (as well as seeking all other relief deemed proper, including damages). The Complaint also seeks a declaratory judgment that, if Russian regulatory approval is not obtained by the termination date of the merger agreement, satisfaction of the Russian regulatory condition be excused, and a declaratory judgment that Gilat has not suffered a “Material Adverse Effect”. Trial is scheduled for early October 2020.

Key Recent Announcements

• Gilat Awarded Over $10 Million for a Five-Year Service Project for 4G Backhaul Services in Latin America
• US Tier-1 Mobile Operator Awards Gilat a Multi-Million Dollar Service Contract for Cellular Backhaul
• Africa Mobile Networks (AMN) Extends Gilat’s Contract of Powering Africa’s Largest Satellite Cellular Backhaul Network
• Gilat Awarded Cellular Backhaul Project for Kcell, Kazakhstan’s Largest Mobile Network Operator
• Gilat Selected to Extend and Expand Managed Service Cellular Backhaul Project by a Leading Mobile Operator in Mexico
• Telefonica International Wholesale Services (TIWS) Selects Gilat for Broadband and Cellular Backhaul Project in Argentina
• Gilat’s Airborne Technology Enables Opening-up of the Chinese Ka-Band IFEC Market and Driving a Multi-Million Dollar Market Opportunity
• Gilat Announces Availability of its Flagship VSAT, Achieving Half a Gigabit of Concurrent Speeds

Non-GAAP Measures
The attached summary unaudited financial statements were prepared in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). To supplement the consolidated financial statements presented in accordance with GAAP, the Company presents Non-GAAP presentations of net income, operating income, Adjusted EBITDA and earnings per share. The adjustments to the Company’s GAAP results are made with the intent of providing both management and investors a more complete understanding of the Company’s underlying operational results, trends and performance. Non-GAAP financial measures mainly exclude the effect of stock based compensation, amortization of purchased intangibles, lease incentive amortization, litigation expenses, income related to trade secrets claims, restructuring and reorganization costs, merger and acquisition costs and initial recognition of deferred tax asset with respect to carry-forward losses.

Adjusted EBITDA is presented to compare the Company’s performance to that of prior periods and evaluate the Company’s financial and operating results on a consistent basis from period to period. The Company also believes this measure, when viewed in combination with the Company’s financial results prepared in accordance with GAAP, provides useful information to investors to evaluate ongoing operating results and trends. Adjusted EBITDA, however, should not be considered as an alternative to operating income or net income for the period and may not be indicative of the historic operating results of the Company; nor is it meant to be predictive of potential future results. Adjusted EBITDA is not a measure of financial performance under GAAP and may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures for other companies. Reconciliation between the Company's Operating income and Adjusted EBITDA is presented in the attached summary financial statements.

Non-GAAP presentations of net income, operating income, Adjusted EBITDA and earnings per share should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for any of the consolidated statements of operations prepared in accordance with GAAP, or as an indication of Gilat’s operating performance or liquidity.

About Gilat
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT) is a leading global provider of satellite-based broadband communications. With 30 years of experience, we design and manufacture cutting-edge ground segment equipment, and provide comprehensive solutions and end-to-end services, powered by our innovative technology. Delivering high value competitive solutions, our portfolio comprises of a cloud based VSAT network platform, high-speed modems, high performance on-the-move antennas and high efficiency, high power Solid-State Amplifiers (SSPA) and Block Upconverters (BUC).

Gilat’s comprehensive solutions support multiple applications with a full portfolio of products to address key applications including broadband access, cellular backhaul, enterprise, in-flight connectivity, maritime, trains, defense and public safety, all while meeting the most stringent service level requirements. Gilat controlling shareholders are the FIMI Private Equity Funds. For more information, please visit: www.gilat.com 

Safe Harbor Statement 
Certain statements made herein that are not historical are forward-looking within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Gilat, or the expected results of the proposed transaction with Comtech to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements that may be expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Due to such uncertainties and risks, no assurances can be given that such expectations will prove to have been correct, and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The forward-looking statements contained herein include, but are not limited to, statements about the results, performance or achievements of Gilat, Gilat’s plans, objectives and expectations for future operations, the expected completion of the proposed transaction with Comtech, the satisfaction or waiver of any conditions to the proposed transaction, and other events relating to the proposed transaction. Forward-looking statements are often characterized by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “continue,” “believe,” “should,” “intend,” “plan,” “project” or other similar words, but are not the only way these statements are identified.  These forward-looking statements are based upon Gilat’s management’s current estimates and projections of future results or trends.  In addition to the risks and uncertainties described in the Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2019 and in the proxy statement/prospectus dated April 3, 2020 and those described in any other documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, such risks and uncertainties include, among others, (i) changes in general economic and business conditions, (ii) the inability to maintain market acceptance of Gilat's products, (iii) the inability to timely develop and introduce new technologies, products and applications, (iv) rapid changes in the market for Gilat's products, (v) loss of market share and pressure on prices resulting from competition, (vi) introduction of competing products by other companies, (vii) the inability to manage growth and expansion, (viii) loss of key OEM partners, (ix) the inability to attract and retain qualified personnel, (x) the inability to protect the Company's proprietary technology, (xi) risks associated with Gilat's international operations and its location in Israel and (xii) risks relating to the Merger of wholly owned subsidiary of Comtech with and into Gilat (the “Merger”), including, among others: (1) the risk that the conditions to the closing of the are not satisfied, including the risk that required approvals for the Merger from governmental authorities are not received; (2) changes or circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the Merger Agreement; (3) the risk that the value of the stock merger consideration will fluctuate over time; (4) litigation relating to the Merger; (5) uncertainties as to the timing of the consummation of the Merger and the ability of each party to consummate the Merger; (6) risks that the proposed Merger disrupts the current plans and operations of Gilat or Comtech, or both; (7) the ability of Gilat and Comtech to retain and hire key personnel; (8) competitive responses to the proposed Merger and the impact of competitive products; (9) unexpected costs, charges or expenses resulting from the Merger; (10) potential adverse reactions or changes to business relationships resulting from the announcement or completion of the Merger; (11) the combined company’s ability to achieve the financial and operating results, growth prospects and synergies expected from the Merger, as well as delays, challenges and expenses associated with integrating the existing businesses of Comtech and Gilat; (12) the combined company’s ability to maintain and improve relationships with customers, suppliers and other third parties following the Merger; (13) the terms and availability of the indebtedness that may be incurred in connection with the Merger; (14) the timing and funding of government contracts; (15) risks associated with international sales; (16) risks associated with legal proceedings, customer claims for indemnification and other similar matters; (17) risks associated with Comtech’s obligations under its credit facility; (18) risks associated with the outbreak and global spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic; and (19) legislative, regulatory, technological, political and economic developments, including changing business conditions in the industries in which Comtech and Gilat operate and the overall economy. as well as the financial performance and expectations of Comtech’s and Gilat’s existing and prospective customers.

The foregoing list of factors is not exclusive and you should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statement. All forward-looking statements contained herein are made only as of the date of the date hereof and, except as required by law, Gilat does not undertake any obligation to update publicly any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date hereof.

For additional information regarding these and other risks and uncertainties associated with Gilat's business and the pending acquisition of Gilat by Comtech, reference is made to Gilat's reports filed from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Contact:
Gilat Satellite Networks
Doreet Oren, Director Corporate Communications
DoreetO@gilat.com

GILAT SATELLITE NETWORKS LTD.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
U.S. dollars in thousands (except share and per share data)
				Six months ended								Three months ended
				June, 30								June, 30
					2020				2019				2020				2019
				Unaudited								Unaudited
Revenues				$	85,988			$	121,794			$	38,315			$	59,685
Cost of revenues					67,514				76,239				28,727				37,700
Gross profit					18,474				45,555				9,588				21,985
Research and development expenses					13,773				16,492				6,139				7,635
Less - grants					472				1,094				200				539
Research and development expenses, net					13,301				15,398				5,939				7,096
Selling and marketing expenses					8,650				11,288				3,584				5,417
General and administrative expenses (*)					7,791				9,527				2,973				4,585
Merger and acquisition costs					2,951				-				546				-
Total operating expenses					32,693				36,213				13,042				17,098
Operating income (loss)					(14,219	)			9,342				(3,454	)			4,887
Financial expenses, net					(1,429	)			(1,400	)			(457	)			(579	)
Income (loss) before taxes on income					(15,648	)			7,942				(3,911	)			4,308
Taxes on income					332				1,713				314				903
Net income (loss)				$	(15,980	)		$	6,229			$	(4,225	)		$	3,405
Basic and Diluted earnings (loss) per share				$	(0.29	)		$	0.11			$	(0.08	)		$	0.06
Weighted average number of shares used in
	computing earnings (loss) per share
	Basic				55,499,300				55,262,453				55,505,342				55,327,318
	Diluted				55,499,300				56,014,927				55,505,342				56,070,351
	(*) Including restructuring cost

GILAT SATELLITE NETWORKS LTD.
RECONCILIATION BETWEEN GAAP AND NON-GAAP STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
FOR COMPARATIVE PURPOSES
U.S. dollars in thousands (except share and per share data)
		Three months ended												Three months ended
		June 30, 2020												June 30, 2019
		GAAP				Adjustments (1)				Non-GAAP				GAAP			Adjustments (1)				Non-GAAP
		Unaudited												Unaudited
Gross profit		$	9,588				54			$	9,642			$	21,985			312			$	22,297
Operating expenses			13,042				(831	)			12,211				17,098			(1,077	)			16,021
Operating income (loss)			(3,454	)			885				(2,569	)			4,887			1,389				6,276
Income (loss) before taxes on income			(3,911	)			885				(3,026	)			4,308			1,389				5,697
Net income (loss)			(4,225	)			885				(3,340	)			3,405			1,389				4,794
Earnings (loss) per share (basic and diluted)		$	(0.08	)		$	0.02			$	(0.06	)		$	0.06		$	0.03			$	0.09
Weighted average number of shares used in
computing earnings per share
Basic			55,505,342								55,505,342				55,327,318							55,327,318
Diluted			55,505,342								55,505,342				56,070,351							56,218,672
(1) Adjustments reflect the effect of non-cash stock-based compensation as per ASC 718, amortization of intangible assets related to shares acquisition transactions, merger and acquisition costs, trade secrets and other litigation expenses and restructuring and re-organization costs.
		Three months ended												Three months ended
		June 30, 2020												June 30, 2019
						Unaudited											Unaudited
GAAP net income (loss)						$	(4,225	)									$	3,405
Gross profit
Non-cash stock-based compensation expenses							49											49
Amortization of intangible assets related to acquisition transactions							5											234
Restructuring and re-organization costs							-											29
							54											312
Operating expenses
Non-cash stock-based compensation expenses							235											373
Amortization of intangible assets related to acquisition transactions							50											49
Trade secrets and other litigation expenses							-											100
Merger and acquisition costs							546											-
Restructuring and re-organization costs							-											555
							831											1,077
Non-GAAP net income (loss)						$	(3,340	)									$	4,794

GILAT SATELLITE NETWORKS LTD.
RECONCILIATION BETWEEN GAAP AND NON-GAAP STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
FOR COMPARATIVE PURPOSES
U.S. dollars in thousands (except share and per share data)
		Six months ended												Six months ended
		June 30, 2020												June 30, 2019
		GAAP				Adjustments (1)				Non-GAAP				GAAP			Adjustments (1)				Non-GAAP
		Unaudited												Unaudited
Gross profit		$	18,474				116			$	18,590			$	45,555			638			$	46,193
Operating expenses			32,693				(3,937	)			28,756				36,213			(1,906	)			34,307
Operating income (loss)			(14,219	)			4,053				(10,166	)			9,342			2,544				11,886
Income (loss) before taxes on income			(15,648	)			4,053				(11,595	)			7,942			2,544				10,486
Net income (loss)			(15,980	)			4,053				(11,927	)			6,229			2,544				8,773
Earnings (loss) per share (basic and diluted)		$	(0.29	)		$	0.08			$	(0.21	)		$	0.11		$	0.05			$	0.16
Weighted average number of shares used in
computing earnings per share
Basic			55,499,300								55,499,300				55,262,453							55,262,453
Diluted			55,499,300								55,499,300				56,014,927							56,180,698
(1) Adjustments reflect the effect of non-cash stock-based compensation as per ASC 718, amortization of intangible assets related to shares acquisition transactions, merger and acquisition costs, trade secrets and other litigation expenses and restructuring and re-organization costs.
		Six months ended												Six months ended
		June 30, 2020												June 30, 2019
						Unaudited											Unaudited
GAAP net income (loss)						$	(15,980	)									$	6,229
Gross profit
Non-cash stock-based compensation expenses							106											143
Amortization of intangible assets related to acquisition transactions							10											466
Restructuring and re-organization costs							-											29
							116											638
Operating expenses
Non-cash stock-based compensation expenses							601											1,150
Amortization of intangible assets related to acquisition transactions							101											101
Trade secrets and other litigation expenses							11											100
Merger and acquisition costs							2,951											-
Restructuring and re-organization costs							273											555
							3,937											1,906
Non-GAAP net income (loss)						$	(11,927	)									$	8,773

GILAT SATELLITE NETWORKS LTD.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
U.S. dollars in thousands
ADJUSTED EBITDA:
							Six months ended							Three months ended
							June 30,							June 30,
								2020				2019			2020				2019
							Unaudited							Unaudited
GAAP operating income (loss)							$	(14,219	)		$	9,342		$	(3,454	)		$	4,887
Add:
Non-cash stock-based compensation expenses								707				1,293			284				422
Trade secrets and other litigation expenses								11				100			-				100
Restructuring and re-organization costs								273				584			-				584
Merger and acquisition costs								2,951				-			546				-
Depreciation and amortization (*)								5,382				5,786			2,718				2,909
Adjusted EBITDA							$	(4,895	)		$	17,105		$	94			$	8,902
(*) Including amortization of lease incentive
SEGMENT REVENUE:
							Six months ended							Three months ended
							June 30,							June 30,
								2020				2019			2020				2019
							Unaudited							Unaudited
Fixed Networks							$	44,790			$	66,836		$	21,779			$	30,408
Mobility Solutions								33,207				43,499			14,006				22,587
Terrestrial Infrastructure Projects								7,991				11,459			2,530				6,690
Total revenue							$	85,988			$	121,794		$	38,315			$	59,685

GILAT SATELLITE NETWORKS LTD.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
U.S. dollars in thousands
		June 30,				December 31,
			2020				2019
		Unaudited				Audited
ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents		$	59,601			$	74,778
Restricted cash			25,579				27,067
Trade receivables, net			28,560				47,731
Contract assets			32,060				23,698
Inventories			32,489				27,203
Other current assets			15,581				23,007
Total current assets			193,870				223,484
LONG-TERM ASSETS:
Long-term restricted cash			117				124
Severance pay funds			6,425				6,831
Deferred taxes			18,291				18,455
Operating lease right-of-use assets			6,353				5,211
Other long term receivables			9,699				10,156
Total long-term assets			40,885				40,777
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, NET			78,781				82,584
INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET			1,302				1,523
GOODWILL			43,468				43,468
TOTAL ASSETS		$	358,306			$	391,836
GILAT SATELLITE NETWORKS LTD.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Cont.)
U.S. dollars in thousands
		June 30,				December 31,
			2020				2019
		Unaudited				Audited
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Current maturities of long-term loans		$	4,000			$	4,096
Trade payables			20,129				20,725
Accrued expenses			48,194				54,676
Advances from customers and deferred revenues			23,124				27,220
Operating lease liabilities			2,145				1,977
Other current liabilities			10,552				12,261
Total current liabilities			108,144				120,955
LONG-TERM LIABILITIES:
Long-term loans, net of current maturities			-				4,000
Accrued severance pay			6,681				7,061
Long-term advances from customers			1,180				2,866
Operating lease liabilities			4,153				3,258
Other long-term liabilities			1,218				108
Total long-term liabilities			13,232				17,293
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY:
Share capital - ordinary shares of NIS 0.2 par value			2,644				2,643
Additional paid-in capital			928,054				927,348
Accumulated other comprehensive loss			(6,433	)			(5,048	)
Accumulated deficit			(687,335	)			(671,355	)
Total shareholders' equity			236,930				253,588
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY		$	358,306			$	391,836

GILAT SATELLITE NETWORKS LTD.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
U.S. dollars in thousands
			Six months ended								Three months ended
			June 30,								June 30,
				2020				2019				2020				2019
			Unaudited								Unaudited
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income (loss)			$	(15,980	)		$	6,229			$	(4,225	)		$	3,405
Adjustments required to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization				5,271				5,681				2,667				2,859
Capital loss from disposal of property and equipment				23				-				56				-
Stock-based compensation of options				707				1,293				284				422
Accrued severance pay, net				26				382				(17	)			97
Deferred income taxes, net				140				1,385				(494	)			702
Decrease (increase) in trade receivables, net				18,364				2,506				4,757				(5,325	)
Decrease (increase) in contract assets				(8,362	)			(232	)			(3,511	)			198
Decrease (increase) in other assets (including short-term, long-term and deferred charges)				6,710				(29	)			5,037				50
Decrease (increase) in inventories				(5,698	)			(6,137	)			937				(2,478	)
Increase (decrease) in trade payables				(510	)			3,933				(2,885	)			4,855
Decrease in accrued expenses				(5,809	)			(7,076	)			(4,157	)			(4,907	)
Decrease in advance from customers				(5,725	)			(8,405	)			(2,898	)			(5,318	)
Increase (decrease) in current and non current liabilities				685				(1,950	)			(2,126	)			(2,813	)
Net cash used in operating activities				(10,158	)			(2,420	)			(6,575	)			(8,253	)
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchase of property and equipment				(1,879	)			(3,587	)			(928	)			(1,573	)
Net cash used in investing activities				(1,879	)			(3,587	)			(928	)			(1,573	)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Exercise of stock options				-				375				-				37
Dividend payment				-				(24,864	)			-				(24,864	)
Repayment of long-term loans				(4,096	)			(4,231	)			-				(108	)
Net cash used in financing activities				(4,096	)			(28,720	)			-				(24,935	)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash				(539	)			21				156				(76	)
Decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash				(16,672	)			(34,706	)			(7,347	)			(34,837	)
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the beginning of the period				101,969				104,204				92,644				104,335
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the end of the period			$	85,297			$	69,498			$	85,297			$	69,498

 

FAQ

What were Gilat's Q2 2020 revenues?

Gilat's Q2 2020 revenues totaled $38.3 million, down from $59.7 million in Q2 2019.

What was Gilat's net loss in Q2 2020?

Gilat reported a net loss of $4.2 million, or $0.08 per diluted share, in Q2 2020.

How did COVID-19 impact Gilat's Q2 2020 results?

COVID-19 caused postponements and delays in orders, contributing to significant revenue declines.

What key challenges does Gilat face regarding its merger with Comtech?

Gilat is currently engaged in litigation with Comtech over merger obligations and regulatory approvals in Russia.

What are analysts expecting for Gilat in the second half of 2020?

Management anticipates a recovery and improved performance in the second half of 2020 due to increased pipeline opportunities.