Perimeter Solutions Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Perimeter Solutions, a leading provider of firefighting products and specialty chemicals, reported strong financial results for Q1 2024. Net sales increased by 35% to $59.0 million. Fire Safety sales rose by 34% to $25.2 million, while Specialty Products sales increased by 35% to $33.9 million. Adjusted EBITDA surged by 289% to $12.1 million. However, the net loss was $82.6 million, or $0.57 per diluted share, a stark contrast to the prior year's net income of $9.4 million.

Positive

• Significant increase in net sales by 35% to $59.0 million.

• Strong improvement in Fire Safety sales, up 34% to $25.2 million.

• Healthy growth in Specialty Products sales, rising by 35% to $33.9 million.

• Impressive surge in Adjusted EBITDA by 289% to $12.1 million.

Negative

• Net loss of $82.6 million, or $0.57 per diluted share, compared to a net income of $9.4 million in the prior year.

• Fire Safety Adjusted EBITDA increased to a loss of $0.2 million.

Insights

Financial Analyst

The financial results for Perimeter Solutions in the first quarter of 2024 show a robust year-over-year (YoY) increase in net sales by 35%. This surge is driven by significant growth in both the Fire Safety and Specialty Products segments. The jump in net sales is a positive indicator of the company's top-line growth and could be a signal that the company is effectively capitalizing on market opportunities or experiencing increased demand for its products.

However, the reported net loss of $82.6 million, starkly contrasting with the previous year's net income, requires a deeper look into the company's cost structure and any one-time expenses or write-offs that could have contributed to this loss. The share repurchase program is also noteworthy, as it can indicate management's belief in the company's undervalued shares or a strategic move to consolidate ownership, but may also put pressure on the company’s cash reserves.

Furthermore, the tremendous increase in Adjusted EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization) suggests an improving operating efficiency or control of operating costs, which is generally viewed favorably by investors. Yet, the divergence between Adjusted EBITDA and net loss is a complex topic that should be analyzed in the context of the company's financial strategy and possible non-cash expenses affecting profitability.

Market Research Analyst

An examination of Perimeter Solutions' first-quarter performance reveals significant growth in sales across its business segments. This could point towards an increased market share and improved positioning within the industries it serves, such as firefighting products and specialty chemicals. The company's share repurchase action might signal to the market a self-assessment of being undervalued, which could be attractive to investors seeking under-the-radar opportunities.

In the context of broader market trends, the substantial increase in revenue can be reflective of underlying sector growth or successful product innovation and deployment. The alignment with industry growth rates and performance benchmarks would be critical to evaluate, as it would help investors understand if Perimeter Solutions is outperforming its competitors or merely riding a wave of industry-wide growth.

Investment Strategist

From an investment strategy standpoint, the mixed financial results from Perimeter Solutions present a conundrum. On one hand, the notable increase in sales is a strong indicator of growth and could suggest a positive outlook for future earnings potential. On the other hand, the significant net loss raises questions about the sustainability of this growth and the company's overall financial health.

Investors will have to weigh the potential growth trajectory of the company's sales against the current loss in earnings. The stock repurchase plan could be construed as management’s confidence in the company's future, yet vigilance is advised considering the net losses incurred. Carefully analyzing upcoming quarters for consistency in sales growth and a return to profitability will be pivotal in assessing the long-term investment potential of the company.

Notably stronger YoY Fire Safety results in the seasonally modest first quarter

Significant rebound in Specialty Products revenue and Adjusted EBITDA

Repurchased 3 million shares in Q1 at an average price of $4.79

Clayton, Missouri--(Newsfile Corp. - May 9, 2024) - Perimeter Solutions, SA (NYSE: PRM) ("Perimeter" or the "Company"), a leading provider of mission-critical firefighting products and services, as well as high-quality phosphorus-based specialty chemicals, today reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2024.

First Quarter 2024 Results

• Net sales increased 35% to $59.0 million in the first quarter, as compared to $43.9 million in the prior year quarter.

• Fire Safety sales increased 34% to $25.2 million, as compared to $18.7 million in the prior year quarter.

• Specialty Products sales increased 35% to $33.9 million, as compared to $25.1 million in the prior year quarter.

• Net loss during the first quarter was $82.6 million, or $0.57 per diluted share, a decrease of $92.0 million from net income of $9.4 million, or $0.06 per diluted share in the prior year quarter.

• Adjusted EBITDA increased 289% to $12.1 million in the first quarter, as compared to $3.1 million in the prior year quarter.

• Fire Safety Adjusted EBITDA increased 93% to a loss of $0.2 million, as compared to a loss of $3.4 million in the prior year quarter.

• Specialty Products Adjusted EBITDA increased 91% to $12.4 million, as compared to $6.5 million in the prior year quarter.

Conference Call and Webcast

As previously announced, Perimeter Solutions management will hold a conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, May 9, 2024 to discuss financial results for the first quarter 2024 . The conference call can be accessed by dialing (877) 407-9764 (toll-free) or (201) 689-8551 (toll).

The conference call will also be webcast simultaneously on Perimeter's website (https://ir.perimeter-solutions.com), accessed under the Investor Relations page. The webcast link will be made available on the Company's website prior to the start of the call; go to the investor relations page of our website to the News & Events menu and click on "Events & Presentations."

A slide presentation will also be available for reference during the conference call; go to the investor relations page of our website to the News & Events menu and click on "Events & Presentations."

Following the live webcast, a replay will be available on the Company's website. A telephonic replay will also be available approximately two hours after the call and can be accessed by dialing (877) 660-6853 (toll-free) or (201) 612-7415 (toll). The telephonic replay will be available until June 8, 2024.

About Perimeter Solutions

Perimeter Solutions is a leading global solutions provider, providing high-quality firefighting products and phosphorus-based specialty chemicals . The Company's business is organized and managed in two reporting segments: Fire Safety and Specialty Products.

The Fire Safety business consists of formulating, manufacture and sale of fire retardants and firefighting foams that assist in combating various types of fires, including wildland, structural, flammable liquids and others. Our Fire Safety business also offers specialized equipment and services, typically in conjunction with our fire management products, to support our customers' firefighting operations. Our specialized equipment includes airbase retardant storage, mixing, and delivery equipment; mobile retardant bases; retardant ground application units; mobile foam equipment; and equipment that we custom design and manufacture to meet specific customer needs. Our service network can meet the emergency resupply needs of over 150 air tanker bases in North America, as well as many other customer locations in North America and internationally. The segment is built on the premise of superior technology, exceptional responsiveness to our customers' needs, and a "never-fail" service network. The segment sells products to government agencies and commercial customers around the world.

The Specialty Products business produces and sells high quality Phosphorus Pentasulfide ("P₂S₅") primarily used in the preparation of lubricant additives, including a family of compounds called Zinc Dialkyldithiophosphates ("ZDDP") that provide critical anti-wear protection to engine components. P₂S₅ is also used in pesticide and mining chemicals applications.

Forward-Looking Information

This press release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as: "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "goal," "seek," "believe," "project," "estimate," "expect," "strategy," "future," "likely," "may," "should," "will," and similar references to future periods.

Any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance or results, and involve risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the Company's control) and assumptions. Although Perimeter believes any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, you should be aware that many factors could affect Perimeter's actual financial results and cause them to differ materially from those anticipated in any forward-looking statements, including the risk factors described from time to time by us in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), including, but not limited to, the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 filed with the SEC on February 22, 2024. Shareholders, potential investors and other readers should consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements.

Any forward-looking statement made by Perimeter in this press release speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Perimeter undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

SOURCE: Perimeter Solutions, SA.

CONTACT: ir@perimeter-solutions.com

PERIMETER SOLUTIONS, SA AND SUBSIDIARIES
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss)
(in thousands, except share and per share data)
(Unaudited)

		Three Months Ended March 31,
		2024				2023
Net sales	$	59,044			$	43,858
Cost of goods sold		38,342				33,461
Gross profit		20,702				10,397
Operating expenses:
Selling, general and administrative expense		13,462				8,016
Amortization expense		13,771				13,763
Founders advisory fees - related party		68,333				(24,236)
Other operating expense		—				2
Total operating expenses		95,566				(2,455)
Operating (loss) income		(74,864)				12,852
Other expense (income):
Interest expense, net		10,648				10,146
Loss on contingent earn-out		—				246
Foreign currency loss (gain)		1,293				(721)
Other expense, net		27				72
Total other expense, net		11,968				9,743
(Loss) income before income taxes		(86,832)				3,109
Income tax benefit		4,274				6,322
Net (loss) income		(82,558)				9,431
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax:
Foreign currency translation adjustments		(5,543)				1,593
Total comprehensive (loss) income	$	(88,101)			$	11,024
Net (loss) earnings per share:
Basic	$	(0.57)			$	0.06
Diluted	$	(0.57)			$	0.06
Weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding:
Basic		145,326,933				157,700,326
Diluted		145,326,933				169,485,631

 

PERIMETER SOLUTIONS, SA AND SUBSIDIARIES
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(in thousands, except share and per share data)

		March 31, 2024				December 31, 2023
Assets		(Unaudited)
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	34,382			$	47,276
Accounts receivable, net		38,393				39,593
Inventories		144,674				145,652
Prepaid expenses and other current assets		19,426				18,493
Total current assets		236,875				251,014
Property, plant, and equipment, net		58,194				59,402
Operating lease right-of-use assets		15,870				16,339
Finance lease right-of-use assets		6,748				6,064
Goodwill		1,031,388				1,036,279
Customer lists, net		663,573				674,786
Technology and patents, net		176,811				180,653
Tradenames, net		88,084				89,568
Other assets, net		1,204				1,317
Total assets	$	2,278,747			$	2,315,422
Liabilities and Shareholders Equity
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	$	14,345			$	21,639
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities		40,208				30,710
Founders advisory fees payable - related party		8,028				2,702
Total current liabilities		62,581				55,051
Long-term debt, net		666,808				666,494
Operating lease liabilities, net of current portion		14,520				14,908
Finance lease liabilities, net of current portion		6,200				5,547
Deferred income taxes		247,981				253,454
Founders advisory fees payable - related party		117,222				56,917
Redeemable preferred shares		106,831				105,799
Redeemable preferred shares - related party		2,791				2,764
Other liabilities		2,155				2,193
Total liabilities		1,227,089				1,163,127
Commitments and contingencies
Shareholders' equity:
Ordinary shares, $1 nominal value per share; 4,000,000,000 shares authorized; 166,824,659 and 165,066,195 shares issued; 145,240,112 and 146,451,005 shares outstanding at March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively		166,825				165,067
Treasury shares, at cost; 21,584,547 and 18,615,190 shares at March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively		(127,685)				(113,407)
Additional paid-in capital		1,701,147				1,701,163
Accumulated other comprehensive loss		(25,253)				(19,710)
Accumulated deficit		(663,376)				(580,818)
Total shareholders' equity		1,051,658				1,152,295
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity	$	2,278,747			$	2,315,422

 

PERIMETER SOLUTIONS, SA AND SUBSIDIARIES
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(in thousands)
(Unaudited)

		Three Months Ended March 31,
		2024				2023
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net (loss) income	$	(82,558)				$ 9,431
Adjustments to reconcile net (loss) income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Founders advisory fees - related party (change in fair value)		68,333				(24,236)
Depreciation and amortization expense		16,412				16,087
Interest and payment-in-kind on preferred shares		1,764				1,698
Share-based compensation		1,742				(3,074)
Non-cash lease expense		1,392				1,153
Deferred income taxes		(4,835)				(6,322)
Amortization of deferred financing costs		427				410
Loss on contingent earn-out		—				246
Foreign currency loss (gain)		1,293				(721)
(Gain) loss on disposal of assets		(10)				5
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions:
Accounts receivable		874				1,670
Inventories		231				(13,119)
Prepaid expenses and current other assets		(1,819)				360
Accounts payable		(7,208)				(10,878)
Income taxes payable, net		(174)				(7,381)
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities		10,947				8,785
Founders advisory fees - related party (cash settled)		(2,702)

FAQ

<p>What were Perimeter Solutions' Q1 2024 net sales?</p>

Perimeter Solutions' Q1 2024 net sales were $59.0 million.

<p>How much did Fire Safety sales increase in Q1 2024?</p>

Fire Safety sales in Q1 2024 increased by 34% to $25.2 million.

<p>What was the net loss in Q1 2024 for Perimeter Solutions?</p>

The net loss in Q1 2024 for Perimeter Solutions was $82.6 million, or $0.57 per diluted share.

<p>What is the stock symbol for Perimeter Solutions?</p>

The stock symbol for Perimeter Solutions is PRM.