Laser Photonics Announces Second Quarter 2024 Results

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Laser Photonics (NASDAQ:LASE) reported Q2 2024 results, showing a revenue decline to $0.6 million from $1.0 million in Q2 2023. The company experienced a 35.4% decrease in revenue and a 53.7% drop in gross profit. Operating loss widened to $(2.1) million from $(0.7) million year-over-year. Despite the decline, CleanTech products represented over 80% of sales. CEO Wayne Tupuola emphasized focus on market penetration for CleanTech, development of new product lines, and optimization of manufacturing processes. The company introduced new products, including updates to the CleanTech series and the SaberTech line of laser cutting systems. LPC also announced a partnership with Echelon 1 Solutions to bring CleanTech laser systems to Department of Defense customers.

Positive

• CleanTech products represented over 80% of sales in Q2 2024
• Partnership announced with Echelon 1 Solutions to bring CleanTech laser systems to DoD customers
• Introduction of new products including updated CleanTech series and SaberTech laser cutting systems
• Successful early testing of Laser Shield Anti-Drone System prototype

Negative

• Revenue decreased by 35.4% to $0.6 million in Q2 2024 compared to Q2 2023
• Gross profit declined by 53.7% to $0.3 million in Q2 2024
• Operating loss widened to $(2.1) million from $(0.7) million year-over-year
• Net loss increased to $(2.1) million from $(0.7) million in Q2 2023
• Diluted loss per share worsened to $(0.20) from $(0.09) in Q2 2023

Insights

Financial Analyst

Laser Photonics' Q2 2024 results reveal significant challenges. Revenue declined by 35.4% year-over-year to $0.6 million, while the net loss widened to $2.1 million from $0.7 million. The gross margin contracted sharply from 70.6% to 50.6%, indicating potential pricing pressures or inefficiencies. The operating loss tripled, suggesting difficulties in controlling costs amid declining revenues.

While management cites order delays due to customers' capex reviews, the substantial increase in losses raises concerns about the company's financial health. The focus on CleanTech (over 80% of sales) and new product development may be promising, but the current financial trajectory is unsustainable without significant improvements in revenue generation and cost management.

Tech Expert

Laser Photonics' product developments show promise in diversifying its portfolio. The introduction of the SaberTech line with Turbo Piercing technology for laser cutting and the CleanTech series upgrades with mobile connectivity demonstrate efforts to stay competitive. The early testing of the Laser Shield Anti-Drone System (LSAD) prototype hints at potential entry into the growing anti-drone market.

However, the revenue decline suggests these innovations haven't yet translated into sales. The partnership with Echelon 1 Solutions could open doors in the defense sector, but it's important for LPC to accelerate market penetration and commercialization of these new technologies to reverse the negative financial trend.

ORLANDO, FL / ACCESSWIRE / August 29, 2024 / Laser Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ:LASE), ("LPC"), a leading global developer of CleanTech laser systems for laser cleaning and other material applications, today announced results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2024.

Wayne Tupuola, CEO of Laser Photonics, commented:

"While our second quarter reflected a revenue decline due to pushouts in timing for expected orders that were delayed resulting from customers' internal capex review processes, we are encouraged by the mix of CleanTech representing over 80% of our sales during the quarter.

"Looking ahead, we are focused on market penetration activities for CleanTech, developing and commercializing leading edge new product lines for defense applications, laser cutting, semiconductor equipment and additive manufacturing while also optimizing our manufacturing and procurement processes to enhance our gross margin profile. We believe these efforts, combined with our ongoing investments in sales, marketing and strategic partnerships, will position us for stronger performance in the latter half of the year and 2025. We remain dedicated to delivering high-value solutions to our customers and driving long-term growth for our shareholders."

Financial Highlights: (Q224 vs. Q223)

• Revenue: $0.6 million compared to $1.0 million;

• Gross Profit: $0.3 million compared to $0.7 million;

• Operating Loss: ($2.1) million compared to ($0.7) million;

• Net Loss: ($2.1) million from ($0.7) million;

• Loss per Share: ($0.20) compared to ($0.09).

Select Financial Metrics*
(in $M except for EPS)			2Q24				2Q23			Change				YTD 2024				YTD 2023				Change
Revenue		$	0.6			$	1.0				-35.4	%		$	1.4			$	1.6				-16.8	%
Gross Profit		$	0.3			$	0.7				-53.7	%		$	0.7			$	1.1				-35.5	%
Gross Margin			50.6	%			70.6	%							51.3	%			66.3	%				%
Operating Loss		$	(2.1	)		$	(0.7	)			-211.2	%		$	(3.7	)		$	(1.6	)			-133.2	%
Net Loss		$	(2.1	)		$	(0.7	)			-211.3	%		$	(3.7	)		$	(1.9	)			-90.0	%
Diluted Loss per Share (EPS)		$	(0.20	)		$	(0.09	)			-122.2	%		$	(0.37	)		$	(0.25	)			-48.0	%

*numbers may not add due to rounding

Second Quarter Business Highlights

Announced Customer Orders:

• ES Fox purchased a CleanTech 500-CTHD laser cleaning system.

Partnerships:

• Announced a partnership with Echelon 1 Solutions, a provider of turn-key solutions to solve complex military supply chain, space utilization, and space optimization problems, to help bring LPC CleanTech laser systems to Department of Defense (DoD) customers.

Products:

• Announced the successful early testing of Fonon's Laser Shield Anti-Drone System (LSAD) prototype at LPC's testing facility. The LSAD is a cutting-edge solution in development for the deterrence of unauthorized drone activity;

• Updated the CleanTech series, featuring mobile connectivity for remote monitoring and control, a new compact form factor for the scan head and smart overheat protection for added safety;

• Introduced the SaberTech line of high-power laser cutting systems featuring material distortion reducing Turbo Piercing technology.

Management's Second Quarter Commentary

Management has posted its second quarter of 2024 commentary on the LPC investor page. Investors can access it here: https://invest.laserphotonics.com/

About Laser Photonics Corporation

Laser Photonics is a vertically-integrated manufacturer and R&D Center of Excellence for industrial laser technologies and systems. LPC seeks to disrupt the $46 billion, centuries-old sand and abrasives blasting markets, focusing on surface cleaning, rust removal, corrosion control, de-painting and other laser-based industrial applications. LPC's new generation of leading-edge laser blasting technologies and equipment also addresses the numerous health, safety, environmental, and regulatory issues associated with the old methods. As a result, LPC has quickly gained a reputation as an industry leader for industrial laser systems with a brand that stands for quality, technology and product innovation. Currently, world-renowned and Fortune 1000 manufacturers in the aerospace, automotive, defense, energy, industrial, maritime, space exploration and shipbuilding industries are using LPC's "unique-to-industry" systems. For more information, visit www.laserphotonics.com.

Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" (within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended), including statements regarding the Company's plans, prospects, potential results and use of proceeds. These statements are based on current expectations as of the date of this press release and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, which may cause results and uses of proceeds to differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements. These risks include, without limitation, those described under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Registration Statement. Any reader of this press release is cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release except as required by applicable laws or regulations.

Laser Photonics Investor Relations Contact:
laser@haydenir.com

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands, except par value data)
(unaudited)

		As of				As of
		June 30, 2024				December 31, 2023
Assets
Current Assets:
Cash and Cash Equivalents		$	2,747,633			$	6,201,137
Accounts Receivable, Net			446,016				816,364
Inventory			2,105,421				2,237,455
Other Assets			405,638				39,190
Total Current Assets			5,704,708				9,294,146
Property, Plant, & Equipment, Net			923,675				952,811
Intangible Assets, Net			4,077,662				4,279,987
Operating Lease Right-of-Use Asset			374,559				597,143
Total Assets		$	11,080,604			$	15,124,087
Liabilities & Stockholders' Equity
Current Liabilities:
Accounts Payable		$	198,236			$	223,040
Deferred Revenue			116,564				213,114
Current Portion of Operating Lease			197,614				434,152
Accrued Expenses			107,614				161,538
Total Current Liabilities			620,028				1,031,844
Long Term Liabilities:
Lease liability - less current			176,945				162,991
Total Long Term Liabilities			176,945				162,991
Total Liabilities			796,973				1,194,835
Stockholders' Equity:
Preferred stock Par value $0.001: 10,000,000 shares authorized. 0 Issued: shares were outstanding as of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023			-				-
Common Stock Par Value $0.001: 100,000,000 shares authorized; 12,270,427 and 9,253,419 issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2024, and December 31, 2023 *			12,270				9,253
Additional Paid in Capital			19,211,044				19,180,725
Retained Earnings (Deficit)			(8,914,443	)			(5,235,486	)
Treasury Stock			(25,240	)			(25,240	)
Total Stockholders' Equity			10,283,631				13,929,252
Total Liabilities & Stockholders' Equity		$	11,080,604			$	15,124,087

STATEMENTS OF PROFIT AND LOSS
(in thousands, except per share data)
(unaudited)

		Three Months Ended								Six Months Ended
		June 30, 2024				June 30, 2023 (Restated)				June 30, 2024				June 30, 2023 (Restated)
Net Sales		$	623,435			$	965,440			$	1,366,426			$	1,641,632
Cost of Sales			308,081				283,864				665,204				553,761
Gross Profit			315,354				681,576				701,222				1,087,871
Operating Expenses:
Sales & Marketing			266,282				522,918				402,891				785,842
General & Administrative			1,615,082				393,352				2,991,035				969,217
Depreciation & Amortization			245,894				100,947				431,210				184,084
Payroll Expenses			238,703				302,409				447,158				646,111
Research and Development Cost			60,232				40,205				107,923				80,459
Total Operating Expenses			2,426,194				1,359,831				4,380,217				2,665,713
Operating Income (Loss)			(2,110,839	)			(678,255	)			(3,678,995	)			(1,577,842	)
Other Income (Expenses):
Total Other Income (Loss)			(2,723	)			(639	)			37				(358,657	)
Income (Loss) Before Tax			(2,113,562	)			(678,894	)			(3,678,958	)			(1,936,499	)
Tax Provision			0				0				0				0
Net Income (Loss)		$	(2,113,562	)		$	(678,894	)		$	(3,678,958	)		$	(1,936,499	)
Deemed Dividend from Software Acquisition			(6,615,000	)			0				(6,615,000	)			0
Net Comprehensive loss attributed to Common Shareholders			(8,728,562	)			(678,894	)			(10,293,958	)			(1,936,499	)
Earnings (Loss) per Share:
Basic and Diluted		$	(0.20	)		$	(0.09	)		$	(0.37	)		$	(0.25	)
Loss per share (attributable to common shareholders)		$	(0.82	)		$	(0.09	)		$	(1.04	)		$	(0.25	)
Weighted Average of Shares Outstanding			10,589,108				7,878,419				9,924,908				7,878,419

SOURCE: Laser Photonics Corp.

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FAQ

What was Laser Photonics' (LASE) revenue for Q2 2024?

Laser Photonics reported revenue of $0.6 million for Q2 2024, a 35.4% decrease from $1.0 million in Q2 2023.

How did Laser Photonics' (LASE) gross profit change in Q2 2024?

Laser Photonics' gross profit decreased by 53.7% to $0.3 million in Q2 2024, compared to $0.7 million in Q2 2023.

What was the main product focus for Laser Photonics (LASE) in Q2 2024?

CleanTech products represented over 80% of Laser Photonics' sales during Q2 2024, indicating a strong focus on this product line.

Did Laser Photonics (LASE) announce any new partnerships in Q2 2024?

Yes, Laser Photonics announced a partnership with Echelon 1 Solutions to bring CleanTech laser systems to Department of Defense customers.