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Nikola Corporation (NKLA) reported financial results for Q3 2022, achieving revenues of $24.2 million. The company produced 75 Nikola Tre BEVs, delivering 63 to dealers. GAAP net loss per share was $0.54 and non-GAAP loss was $0.28. Significant advancements in the hydrogen production sector were made, including the acquisition of land for a production hub in Buckeye, AZ and a partnership with E.ON for European hydrogen infrastructure. The acquisition of Romeo Power was also completed. Nikola plans to expand its production capacity significantly by the end of Q1 2023.

Positive
  • Produced 75 Nikola Tre BEVs, delivering 63 to dealers.
  • Reported revenues of $24.2 million, showing business activity.
  • Acquired land in Buckeye, AZ for a hydrogen production hub.
  • Signed a term sheet with E.ON for hydrogen supply in Europe.
  • Completed the acquisition of Romeo Power, enhancing energy capabilities.
Negative
  • GAAP net loss per share of $0.54, reflects ongoing financial challenges.
  • Gross loss of $30.2 million, indicating high operational costs.
  • Produced 75 Nikola Tre BEVs in Coolidge, AZ and delivered 63 to dealers
  • Reported revenues of $24.2 million, GAAP net loss per share of $0.54, and non-GAAP net loss per share of $0.28
  • Completed purchase of land in Buckeye, AZ for hydrogen production hub
  • Signed term sheet for collaboration with E.ON in Europe for hydrogen supply and dispensing infrastructure
  • Announced in November the execution of a Purchase Order for 100 Nikola Tre BEVs by Zeem Solutions
  • Unveiled the European Tre BEV and Tre FCEV at IAA in Hanover, Germany in September
  • Raised $100.5 million in gross proceeds through ATM
  • Completed the acquisition of Romeo Power in October

PHOENIX, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, today reported financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2022.

"During the third quarter we continued to produce and deliver Nikola Tre BEVs to dealers and customers," said Nikola President, Michael Lohscheller. "We also made significant advancements in developing our energy business, announcing our intent to develop access of up to 300 metric-tons per day of hydrogen and up to 60 stations by 2026, and our collaboration with E.ON in Europe."

Energy Business Announcements

On October 20, we announced our intent to develop access of up to 300 metric-tons per day (TPD) of hydrogen and up to 60 dispensing stations by 2026, and highlighted the potential benefits to our business model from the Inflation Reduction Act. This supply is expected to be supported by the previously announced projects referenced below, which are being developed with our partners.

We are negotiating a robust portfolio of hydrogen supply opportunities across North America. Further details will be provided following execution.

On September 29, we acquired a parcel of land in Buckeye, AZ with the intent to build a hydrogen production hub with our partners. We are undergoing zoning and permitting requirements and have ordered long lead-time equipment including electrolyzers and liquefaction equipment.

On August 4, we announced the locations of three hydrogen dispensing stations in California. The stations will be located in Colton, Ontario, and a location servicing the Port of Long Beach. California is a launch market for Nikola and these stations intend to support key customers to help advance the state's efforts to decarbonize the transport sector.

On September 16, we announced our collaboration with E.ON with the objective to establish hydrogen supply and related infrastructure to meet the demand of customers in Europe. E.ON is one of Europe's largest operators of energy networks and energy infrastructure. The strategic partnership is expected to offer customers an integrated mobility solution to promote the use of hydrogen. Both parties have signed a term sheet to underpin the collaboration and will be negotiating a definitive agreement to finalize the terms.

Strong Showing at IAA

On September 19, as a part of our joint venture with IVECO, we revealed our European version of the Tre BEV and FCEV beta on the IAA main stage. There was a high level of interest in our FCEVs, which we believe further validates our business plan and the role we will play in the global transition to the hydrogen economy. We plan to begin production of EU version Tre BEVs in the second half of 2023, and EU version Tre FCEVs in the second half of 2024.

Tre FCEV Update

During the third quarter, we continued our FCEV pilot with TTSI and began pilot testing with Walmart. To date the trucks have logged over 9,700 and 5,500 miles respectively. In Q3 we completed six beta trucks. Development testing on the beta trucks has begun at various locations. We expect to complete 17 beta trucks for the full year by the end of Q4.

Tre BEV Update

During the third quarter, we produced 75 Nikola Tre BEVs delivering 63 of those to dealers. We began pilot testing with both SAIA and Walmart logging over 1,600 miles and 2,700 miles to date, respectively. On November 2, we announced Zeem Solutions executed a Purchase Order for 100 Nikola Tre BEVs.

Coolidge, Arizona Manufacturing Facility

In Coolidge, we are currently producing three trucks on one shift and have the capability to produce five trucks per shift. We remain on track to complete the Phase 2 assembly expansion by the end of Q1 2023, at which time our production capacity will be up to 20,000 units per year. Upon completion of Phase 2, the facility will be capable of producing the BEV and FCEV on the same line, in addition to the Bosch Fuel Cell Power Module.

Completed Acquisition of Romeo Power

On October 14, we completed the acquisition of Romeo Power, further solidifying our commitment to transforming the transportation industry.

Third Quarter Financial Highlights


(In thousands, except share and per share data)

Q3 2022


Q3 2021


Q3 2022 YTD


Q3 2021 YTD

Gross loss

$        (30,169)


$                 —


$        (58,995)


$                 —

Loss from operations

$      (229,717)


$      (271,825)


$      (553,257)


$      (530,813)

Net loss

$      (236,234)


$      (267,567)


$      (562,172)


$      (531,022)

Adjusted EBITDA (1)

$      (105,932)


$        (85,020)


$      (279,430)


$      (212,359)

Net loss per share, basic

$            (0.54)


$            (0.67)


$            (1.32)


$            (1.34)

Net loss per share, diluted

$            (0.54)


$            (0.68)


$            (1.32)


$            (1.35)

Non-GAAP net loss per share, basic(1)

$            (0.28)


$            (0.22)


$            (0.73)


$            (0.56)

Non-GAAP net loss per share, diluted(1)

$            (0.28)


$            (0.22)


$            (0.73)


$            (0.56)

Weighted-average shares outstanding, basic

438,416,393


400,219,585


426,382,736


395,691,795

Weighted-average shares outstanding, diluted

438,416,393


400,230,669


426,382,736


395,860,876

(1) A reconciliation of the non-GAAP versus GAAP information is provided below in the financial statement tables in this press release.

Webcast and Conference Call Information

Nikola will host a webcast to discuss its third quarter results at 6:30 a.m. Pacific Time (9:30 a.m. Eastern Time) on November 3, 2022. To access the webcast, parties in the United States should follow this link: https://www.webcast-eqs.com/register/nikola20221103/en.

The live audio webcast, along with supplemental information, will be accessible on the Company's Investor Relations website at https://nikolamotor.com/investors/news?active=events. A recording of the webcast will also be available following the earnings call.

About Nikola Corporation

Nikola Corporation is globally transforming the transportation industry. As a designer and manufacturer of zero-emission battery-electric and hydrogen-electric vehicles, electric vehicle drivetrains, vehicle components, energy storage systems, and hydrogen station infrastructure, Nikola is driven to revolutionize the economic and environmental impact of commerce as we know it today. Founded in 2015, Nikola Corporation is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. For more information, visit our website or Twitter @nikolamotor.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities laws with respect to Nikola Corporation (the "Company"), including statements relating to the Company's future performance and milestones; expected timing of manufacturing facility expansion and production capacity; expectations regarding hydrogen dispensing stations, hydrogen capacity, our joint ventures, and our pilot programs; timing of completion of testing, production, as well as other milestones; the Company's business outlook; and terms and potential benefits of  planned collaborations with  strategic partners. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by words such as "believe," "project," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections, and other statements about future events based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, including but not limited to: design and manufacturing changes and delays, including global shortages in parts and materials; general economic, financial, legal, regulatory, political and business conditions and changes in domestic and foreign markets; the effects of inflation and COVID-19; the outcome of legal, regulatory and judicial proceedings to which the Company or Romeo is, or may become a party; demand for and customer acceptance of the Company's trucks; the results of customer pilot testing; the execution and terms of definitive agreements; risks associated with development and testing of fuel-cell power modules and hydrogen storage systems; risks related to the rollout of the Company's business and the timing of expected business milestones; the effects of competition on the Company's business; the availability of and need for capital; the impact of our recent- acquisition of Romeo; and the factors, risks and uncertainties regarding the Company's business described in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's quarterly  report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 filed with the SEC, in addition to the Company's subsequent filings with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause the Company's actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and, except as required by law, the Company assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release references Adjusted EBITDA, non-GAAP net loss, and non-GAAP net loss per share, basic and diluted, all of which are non-GAAP financial measures and are presented as supplemental measures of the Company's performance. The Company defines Adjusted EBITDA as earnings before interest expense, taxes, depreciation and amortization, stock-based compensation expense, and certain other items determined by the Company. Non-GAAP net loss is defined as net loss adjusted for stock-based compensation expense and certain other items determined by the Company. Non-GAAP net loss per share basic and diluted is defined as non-GAAP net loss divided by weighted average basic and diluted shares outstanding. These non-GAAP measures are not substitutes for or superior to measures of financial performance prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (GAAP) and should not be considered as an alternative to any other performance measures derived in accordance with GAAP.

The Company believes that presenting these non-GAAP measures provides useful supplemental information to investors about the Company in understanding and evaluating its operating results, enhancing the overall understanding of its past performance and future prospects, and allowing for greater transparency with respect to key financial metrics used by its management in financial and operational-decision making. However, there are a number of limitations related to the use of non-GAAP measures and their nearest GAAP equivalents. For example, other companies may calculate non-GAAP measures differently or may use other measures to calculate their financial performance, and therefore any non-GAAP measures the Company uses may not be directly comparable to similarly titled measures of other companies.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(In thousands, except share and per share data)

(Unaudited)



Three Months Ended September 30,


 Nine Months Ended September 30,


2022


2021


2022


2021

Revenues:








Truck sales

$               23,853


$                       —


$               41,236


$                       —

Service and other

388



3,026


Total revenues

24,241



44,262


Cost of revenues:








Truck sales

54,080



100,861


Service and other

330



2,396


Total cost of revenues

54,410



103,257


Gross loss

(30,169)



(58,995)


Operating expenses:








Research and development(1)

66,683


78,896


204,346


201,785

Selling, general, and administrative(1)

132,865


192,929


289,916


329,028

Total operating expenses

199,548


271,825


494,262


530,813

Loss from operations

(229,717)


(271,825)


(553,257)


(530,813)

Other income (expense):








Interest expense, net

(7,735)


(118)


(10,754)


(219)

Revaluation of warrant liability

586


4,467


3,493


2,907

Other income, net

2,617


1,057


4,423


174

Loss before income taxes and equity in net loss of affiliates

(234,249)


(266,419)


(556,095)


(527,951)

Income tax expense

1


1


3


4

Loss before equity in net loss of affiliates

(234,250)


(266,420)


(556,098)


(527,955)

Equity in net loss of affiliates

(1,984)


(1,147)


(6,074)


(3,067)

Net loss

$            (236,234)


$            (267,567)


$            (562,172)


$            (531,022)









Net loss per share:








Basic

$                  (0.54)


$                  (0.67)


$                  (1.32)


$                  (1.34)

Diluted

$                  (0.54)


$                  (0.68)


$                  (1.32)


$                  (1.35)

Weighted average shares outstanding:








Basic

438,416,393


400,219,585


426,382,736


395,691,795

Diluted

438,416,393


400,230,669


426,382,736


395,860,876


(1) Includes stock-based compensation as follows:



Three Months Ended September 30,


Nine Months Ended September 30,


2022


2021


2022


2021

Research and development

$              10,105


$                6,418


$              28,112


$              26,968

Selling, general, and administrative

92,740


42,629


183,102


125,015

Total stock-based compensation expense

$            102,845


$              49,047


$            211,214


$            151,983

 

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(In thousands, except share and per share data)



September 30,


December 31,


2022


2021


(Unaudited)



Assets




Current assets




Cash and cash equivalents

$           315,731


$            497,241

Restricted cash and cash equivalents

600


Accounts receivable, net

37,662


Inventory

81,069


11,597

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

51,858


15,891

Total current assets

486,920


524,729

Restricted cash and cash equivalents

87,459


25,000

Long-term deposits

37,161


27,620

Property, plant and equipment, net

365,049


244,377

Intangible assets, net

93,609


97,181

Investment in affiliates

76,505


61,778

Goodwill

5,238


5,238

Other assets

7,484


3,896

Total assets

$        1,159,425


$            989,819

Liabilities and stockholders' equity




Current liabilities




Accounts payable

$             92,511


$              86,982

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

170,707


93,487

Debt and finance lease liabilities, current

14,357


140

Total current liabilities

277,575


180,609

Long-term debt and finance lease liabilities, net of current portion

283,258


25,047

Operating lease liabilities

5,410


2,263

Warrant liability

791


4,284

Other long-term liabilities

28,349


84,033

Deferred tax liabilities, net

13


11

Total liabilities

595,396


296,247

Commitments and contingencies (Note 9)




Stockholders' equity




Preferred stock


Common stock

46


41

Additional paid-in capital

2,379,191


1,944,341

Accumulated deficit

(1,812,784)


(1,250,612)

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(2,424)


(198)

Total stockholders' equity

564,029


693,572

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity

$        1,159,425


$            989,819

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(In thousands)

(Unaudited)



Nine Months Ended September 30,


2022


2021

Cash flows from operating activities




Net loss

$             (562,172)


$             (531,022)

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:




Depreciation and amortization

16,472


5,959

Stock-based compensation

211,214


151,983

Non-cash in-kind services


40,230

Equity in net loss of affiliates

6,074


3,067

Revaluation of financial instruments

(94)


(3,226)

Issuance of common stock for commitment shares


5,564

Inventory write-downs

16,617


Non-cash interest expense

8,890


Other non-cash activity

476


1,010

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:




Accounts receivable, net

(37,662)


Inventory

(97,952)


(3,644)

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

(10,371)


(7,090)

Accounts payable, accrued expenses and other current liabilities

25,128


147,160

Long-term deposits

(8,356)


(4,705)

Other assets

(912)


Operating lease liabilities

(416)


Other long-term liabilities

1,605


(655)

Net cash used in operating activities

(431,459)


(195,369)

Cash flows from investing activities




Purchases and deposits of property, plant and equipment

(118,436)


(113,680)

Investments in affiliates

(23,027)


(25,000)

Issuance of senior secured note receivable and prepaid acquisition-related consideration

(21,910)


Settlement of Second Price Differential

(6,588)


Proceeds from sale of equipment

18


200

Net cash used in investing activities

(169,943)


(138,480)

Cash flows from financing activities




Proceeds from the exercise of stock options

1,645


4,194

Proceeds from issuance of shares under the Tumim Purchase Agreements

123,672


72,866

Proceeds from issuance of Convertible Notes, net of discount and issuance costs

183,504


Proceeds from issuance of common stock under Equity Distribution Agreement, net of commissions paid

100,512


Proceeds from issuance of Collateralized Promissory Notes

54,000


Proceeds from issuance of financing obligation, net of issuance costs

44,007


Proceeds from insurance premium financing

6,637


Repayment of debt and notes

(28,125)


(4,100)

Payment on insurance premium financing

(2,635)


Payments on finance lease liabilities and financing obligation

(266)


(759)

Payments for issuance costs


(644)

Net cash provided by financing activities

482,951


71,557

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash

(118,451)


(262,292)

Cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash, beginning of period

522,241


849,278

Cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash, end of period

$              403,790


$              586,986

 

Reconciliation of GAAP Financial Metrics to Non-GAAP

(In thousands, except share and per share data)

(Unaudited)


Reconciliation of Net Loss to EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA




Three Months Ended September 30,


Nine Months Ended September 30,



2022


2021


2022


2021

Net loss


$          (236,234)


$          (267,567)


$          (562,172)


$          (531,022)

Interest expense, net


7,735


118


10,754


219

Income tax expense


1


1


3


4

Depreciation and amortization


6,796


2,249


16,472


5,959

EBITDA


(221,702)


(265,199)


(534,943)


(524,840)

Stock-based compensation


102,845


49,047


211,214


151,983

Revaluation of financial instruments


(286)


(4,786)


(94)


(3,226)

Equity in net loss of affiliates


1,984


1,147


6,074


3,067

Regulatory and legal matters (1)


11,227


9,771


38,319


35,657

SEC settlement



125,000



125,000

Adjusted EBITDA


$          (105,932)


$             (85,020)


$          (279,430)


$          (212,359)

(1) Regulatory and legal matters include legal, advisory, and other professional service fees incurred in connection with the short-seller article from September 2020, and investigations and litigation related thereto.

 

Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Net Loss, and GAAP to Non-GAAP Net Loss per Share, basic and diluted




Three Months Ended September 30,


Nine Months Ended September 30,



2022


2021


2022


2021

Net loss


$           (236,234)


$           (267,567)


$           (562,172)


$           (531,022)

Stock-based compensation


102,845


49,047


211,214


151,983

Revaluation of financial instruments


(286)


(4,786)


(94)


(3,226)

Regulatory and legal matters(1)


11,227


9,771


38,319


35,657

SEC settlement



125,000



125,000

Non-GAAP net loss


$           (122,448)


$             (88,535)


$           (312,733)


$           (221,608)

Non-GAAP net loss per share:









Basic


$                 (0.28)


$                 (0.22)


$                 (0.73)


$                 (0.56)

Diluted


$                 (0.28)


$                 (0.22)


$                 (0.73)


$                 (0.56)

Weighted average shares outstanding:









Basic


438,416,393


400,219,585


426,382,736


395,691,795

Diluted


438,416,393


400,230,669


426,382,736


395,860,876

(1) Regulatory and legal matters include legal, advisory, and other professional service fees incurred in connection with the short-seller article from September 2020, and investigations and litigation related thereto.

 

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FAQ

What were Nikola's revenues for Q3 2022?

Nikola reported revenues of $24.2 million for Q3 2022.

How many Nikola Tre BEVs were produced and delivered in Q3 2022?

In Q3 2022, Nikola produced 75 Nikola Tre BEVs and delivered 63 to dealers.

What is the GAAP net loss per share for Nikola in Q3 2022?

Nikola's GAAP net loss per share for Q3 2022 was $0.54.

What are Nikola's plans for hydrogen production?

Nikola plans to develop a hydrogen production hub in Buckeye, AZ, capable of producing 150 metric-tons per day.

Who did Nikola collaborate with for hydrogen supply in Europe?

Nikola signed a term sheet with E.ON for hydrogen supply and dispensing infrastructure in Europe.

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