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Roadzen Sets New Revenue Milestone for the Third Quarter Ended December 31, 2023

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Roadzen Inc. (Nasdaq: RDZN) reported a remarkable 372% year-over-year increase in quarterly revenue, reaching $15.64 million. The company's net loss of $30.57 million was impacted by non-cash, non-recurring, and extraordinary items, resulting in an Adjusted EBITDA loss of $3.1 million, showing a 14% improvement over the previous quarter. Revenue composition revealed a strategic balance with brokerage solutions contributing 52% and technology sales accounting for 48%.
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The reported 372% year-over-year revenue growth for Roadzen Inc. is a significant indicator of the company's aggressive expansion and successful adoption of its products in the market. This growth, primarily driven by a balanced mix of brokerage solutions and technology sales, suggests that the company's strategic plan is effectively capturing market share. However, the substantial net loss of $30.57 million, despite being impacted by non-cash and extraordinary items, raises concerns about the company's current profitability and cost management strategies.

Investors should consider the Adjusted EBITDA improvement as a positive sign of operational efficiency gains, albeit still in the negative territory. The 14% improvement is a modest step towards profitability, but the company needs to demonstrate a clear path to positive EBITDA to gain investor confidence. The balance in revenue streams between brokerage and technology sales indicates a diversified business model, which could mitigate risks associated with market fluctuations in individual segments.

Roadzen's position as a pioneer in AI-driven auto insurance solutions is noteworthy, especially considering the company's growth across multiple global markets. The addition of 92 enterprise customers and 3,200 SMB customers is a testament to the company's effective market penetration strategies. The focus on AI and mobility solutions places Roadzen at the forefront of an evolving industry, where traditional insurance models are being disrupted by technology.

From a market perspective, the continued investment in AI research and strategic partnerships, as indicated by their founding membership in the AI Alliance, could enhance Roadzen's competitive edge. However, the company's ability to convert these technological advancements into profitable, scalable solutions will be critical for long-term success. Market trends show an increasing demand for innovative insurance products and Roadzen's growth in the US, UK, EU and India aligns with these trends, suggesting potential for further expansion.

It is important to highlight the use of Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial metric, which provides additional insight into the company's operational performance by excluding non-cash, non-recurring and extraordinary items. While this metric can offer a clearer picture of the company's core operations, investors should be aware of the limitations of non-GAAP measures and consider them alongside GAAP results for a comprehensive financial analysis.

The regulatory environment for AI in insurance is evolving and Roadzen's active role in shaping industry standards through the AI Alliance could position the company favorably in regulatory discussions. As governments and regulatory bodies develop frameworks for AI and data usage, Roadzen's proactive engagement in these areas could mitigate future compliance risks and enhance its reputation as a responsible industry participant.

372% Year-Over-Year Increase

  • Quarterly revenue of $15.64 million, a 372% increase year-over-year.
  • Net loss of $30.57 million is impacted by non-cash, non-recurring and extraordinary items leading to an Adjusted EBITDA1 loss of $3.1 million, a 14% improvement in Adjusted EBITDA over the second quarter.
  • Revenue composition continues to highlight the strength of Roadzen’s strategic plan with brokerage solutions contributing 52% and technology sales accounting for 48%.

NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Roadzen Inc. (Nasdaq: RDZN), a global pioneer in next-generation auto insurance powered by AI, today reported its quarterly earnings for the third fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2023. The company reported revenue of $15.64 million, an increase of 372% from revenue of $3.32 million in the same quarter last year.

Rohan Malhotra, Co-Founder and CEO of Roadzen, stated, "This quarter's performance is a testament to Roadzen’s strength as a leading provider of AI-driven insurance and mobility solutions. We are pleased with the balance we have achieved with 52% of our revenue coming from brokerage sales and 48% from our Insurance as a Service (IaaS) technology platform sales. This showcases the depth of our business plan and our ability to land-and-expand multiple products within our customer base."

Roadzen posted a net loss of $30.57 million for the quarter, impacted by $26.5 million in non-cash, non-recurring, and extraordinary items. When adjusted for these factors, the Adjusted EBITDA loss stood at $3.1 million, 14% lower compared to an Adjusted EBITDA loss of $3.6 million in the previous quarter.

Roadzen's cutting-edge AI uniquely positions us as the preferred partner for insurers, fleets and carmakers aiming to innovate their auto insurance offerings. At the end of the fiscal quarter ended December 31 2023, Roadzen had 92 enterprise customers (including carriers, automotive, self-insureds, and large fleets) and approximately 3,200 SMB customers including fleets, agents, brokers and dealerships. The company made progress on several other notable objectives this quarter - continuing its leadership in AI research as a founding member of the AI Alliance alongside industry leaders, bolstering Roadzen’s global leadership team with key hires, and achieving growth across the US, UK, EU and India.

“Our priority remains threefold,” added Mr. Malhotra, “continued growth in our key global markets, pushing the boundaries of AI at the intersection of mobility and insurance, and enhancing our position as a strategic partner to the world’s leading insurers, carmakers, and fleets."

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1 Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial metric. See “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” at the end of this press release for more information, including a reconciliation to the nearest GAAP financial measure.

About Roadzen Inc.

Roadzen Inc. (NASDAQ: RDZN) is a leading insurance technology company on a mission to transform global auto insurance powered by advanced AI. Thousands of clients - from some of the world's leading insurers, fleets, and carmakers to small fleets, brokers, and insurance agents - use Roadzen's technology to build new products, sell insurance, process claims, and improve road safety. Roadzen's pioneering work in telematics and computer vision has earned recognition as a top AI innovator by publications such as Forbes, Fortune, and Financial Express. Roadzen has approximately 400 employees across its global offices in the US, India, UK, and France. For more information, visit www.roadzen.io.

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Roadzen Inc.
 Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(in US$, except per share data and share count)
   
Particulars As of
December 31,
2023
(Unaudited)
 As of March 31,
2023

Assets   
Current assets:   
Cash and cash equivalents 9,406,697  589,340 
Accounts receivable, net 7,142,624  1,535,985 
Inventories 29,333  59,897 
Prepayments and other current assets 35,847,455  3,181,936 
Investments 501,812  - 
Total current assets 52,927,921  5,367,158 
Restricted cash 427,697  542,490 
Non marketable securities 4,910,030  4,910,030 
Property and equipment, net 524,484  232,493 
Goodwill 2,142,778  996,441 
Operating lease right-of-use assets 868,391  545,988 
Intangible assets, net 4,497,636  2,469,158 
Other long-term assets 335,948  117,484 
Total assets 66,634,885  15,181,242 
    
Liabilities, mezzanine equity and stockholders' deficit   
Current liabilities   
Current portion of long-term borrowings 2,393,383  2,852,528 
Short-term borrowings 15,165,855  4,875,801 
Due to insurer 8,866,766   
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 30,582,855  6,241,066 
Short-term operating lease liabilities 423,710  208,697 
Other current liabilities 8,737,264  2,503,893 
Total current liabilities 66,169,833  16,681,985 
Long-term borrowings 608,183  653,269 
Long-term operating lease liabilities 246,743  360,306 
Other long-term liabilities 922,972  294,301 
Total liabilities 67,947,731  17,989,861 
    
Commitments and contingencies (refer note 23)   
    
Mezzanine equity   
None authorized or issued as of December 31, 2023; Series A and A1 Preferred stock and additional paid in capital, $0.0001 par value per share, 81,635,738 shares authorized (Series A 5,442,383 and Series A1 76,193,356); 39,868,173 shares issued and outstanding as on March 31, 2023.   48,274,279 
Shareholders' deficit   
Preference shares, $0.0001 par value per share, 60,000,000 shares authorized and none issued as of December 31, 2023 and none authorized or issued as of March 31, 2023    
Ordinary Shares and additional paid in capital, $0.0001 par value per share, 220,000,000 shares authorized as of December 31 2023 and $0.0001 par value per share, 108,840,000 shares authorized as of March 31, 2023; 68,440,829 shares and 16,501,984 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2023 and March 31, 2023 respectively 84,980,325  303,213 
Accumulated deficit (117,034,658) (51,448,299)
Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss) 44,294  (66,903)
Other components of equity 31,042,146  366,786 
Total shareholders’ deficit (967,893) (50,845,203)
Non-controlling interest (344,953) (237,695)
Total deficit (1,312,846) (51,082,898)
Total liabilities, Mezzanine equity and Shareholders’ deficit, Non-controlling interest 66,634,885  15,181,242 


Roadzen Inc.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
(in US$, except per share data and share count)
 
  For the three months ended
December 31,
 For the nine months ended
December 31,
Particulars 2023 2022
 2023
 2022
Revenue 15,641,441  3,316,645  36,722,932  8,554,393 
Costs and expenses:      
Cost of services (exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown separately) 6,816,794  1,512,670  15,665,565  4,404,735 
Research and development 1,876,839  519,931  3,052,244  1,779,842 
Sales and marketing 11,137,159  3,090,890  24,663,562  7,262,861 
General and administrative 26,676,170  861,060  34,855,630  1,974,121 
Depreciation and amortization 451,773  521,544  1,232,626  1,293,803 
Total costs and expenses 46,958,735  6,506,095  79,469,627  16,715,362 
Loss from operations (31,317,294) (3,189,450) (42,746,695) (8,160,969)
Interest income/(expense) (723,561) (399,905) (1,558,985) (603,643)
Fair value gains/(losses) in financial instruments carried at fair value 1,220,362  4,017,520  (22,369,638) (1,009,374)
Other income/(expense) net 83,347  (82,377) 783,269  35,312 
Total other income/(expense) 580,148  3,535,238  (23,145,354) (1,577,705)
(Loss)/Income before income tax expense (30,737,146) 345,788  (65,892,049) (9,738,674)
Less: income tax (benefit)/expense (126,732) (48,719) (93,382) (46,711)
Net (loss)/income before non-controlling interest (30,610,414) 394,507  (65,798,667) (9,691,963)
Net loss attributable to non-controlling interest, net of tax (40,795) (82,922) (108,004) (162,091)
Net (loss)/income attributable to Roadzen Inc. (30,569,619) 477,429  (65,690,663) (9,529,872)
       
       
Net (loss)/income attributable to Roadzen Inc. ordinary shareholders (30,569,619) 477,429  (65,690,663) (9,529,872)
Basic and diluted (0.45) 0.03  (1.82) (0.58)
       
Weighted-average number of shares outstanding used to compute net loss per share attributable to Roadzen Inc. ordinary shareholders 68,440,829  16,501,984  36,144,311  16,501,984 


Roadzen Inc.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow
(in US$)
  For the nine months ended
December 31,
Particulars 2023 2022
    
Cash flows from operating activities   
Net loss including non controlling interest (65,798,667) (9,691,963)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:   
Depreciation and amortization 1,232,626  1,293,803 
Stock based compensation 30,779,664  - 
Deferred income taxes 36,283  (42,729)
Unrealised foreign exchange loss/(profit) 628,435  8,417 
Fair value losses in financial instruments carried at fair value 22,369,638  1,009,374 
Gain on fair valuation of investments (1,812) - 
Gain on sale of property and equipment -  (495)
Expected credit loss (net of reversal) 208,264  - 
Lease equalisation reserve -  14,676 
Balances written off/(back) -  209 
Changes in assets and liabilities, net of assets acquired and liabilities assumed from acquisitions:   
Inventories 30,013  (29,079)
Income taxes, net 19,286  109,680 
Accounts receivables, net 2,412,838  (170,992)
Prepayments and other assets (24,935,177) (1,290,384)
Accounts payable and accrued expenses and other current liabilities 19,656,629  1,730,544 
Other liabilities (1,219,411) 87,564 
Net cash used in operating activities (14,581,391) (6,971,374)
    
Cash flows from investing activities   
Purchase of property and equipment, intangible assets and goodwill (423,575) (326,972)
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment -  1,096 
Acquisition of businesses (5,749,202) - 
Investment in mutual funds (500,000) - 
Net cash used in investing activities (6,672,777) (325,876)
    
Cash flows from financing activities   
Proceeds from business combination 32,770  - 
Proceeds from issue of preferred stock 6,079,409  - 
Proceeds from long-term borrowings 2,806,638  4,357,544 
Repayments of long-term borrowings (1,025,884) (685,659)
Net proceeds/(payments) from short-term borrowings 10,702,721  4,573,698 
Net cash generated from financing activities 18,595,654  8,245,583 
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 108,532  (109,748)
Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash equivalents (including restricted cash) (2,549,982) 838,585 
Cash acquired in business combination 11,252,546  - 
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period (including restricted cash) 1,131,830  1,086,418 
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period (including restricted cash) 9,834,394  1,925,003 
    
Reconciliation of cash and cash equivalents   
Cash and cash equivalents 9,406,697  1,283,615 
Restricted cash 427,697  641,388 
Total cash and cash equivalents 9,834,394  1,925,003 
    
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information   
Cash paid for interest, net of amounts capitalized 174,934  281,944 
Cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds -  22,115 
Non-cash investing and financing activities   
Convertible preferred stock issued on conversion of convertible notes   6,441,014 
Consideration payable in connection with acquisitions 1,850,384  602,093 
Interest accrued on borrowings 451,805   


Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release includes Adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortization (“Adjusted EBITDA”), is a non-GAAP financial measure which excludes the impact of finance costs, taxes, depreciation and amortization and certain other items from reported net profit or loss. We believe that Adjusted EBITDA aids investors by providing an operating profit/loss without the impact of non- cash depreciation and amortization and certain other items to help clarify sustainability and trends affecting the business. For comparability of reporting, management considers non-GAAP measures in conjunction with U.S. GAAP financial results in evaluating business performance. Adjusted EBITDA should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, the measures of financial performance prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. In addition, Adjusted EBITDA does not purport to represent cash flow provided by, or used for, operating activities in accordance with GAAP and should not be used as a measure of liquidity.

Non-GAAP financial measures have limitations as analytical tools and should not be considered in isolation or as substitutes for financial information presented under GAAP. There are a number of limitations related to the use of non-GAAP financial measures versus comparable financial measures determined under GAAP. For example, other companies in our industry may calculate these non-GAAP financial measures differently or may use other measures to evaluate their performance. These limitations could reduce the usefulness of these non-GAAP financial measures as analytical tools. Investors are encouraged to review the related GAAP financial measures and the reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to their most directly comparable GAAP financial measures and to not rely on any single financial measure to evaluate our business.

The following table reconciles our net loss reported in accordance with U.S. GAAP to Adjusted EBITDA

  For the three months ended
December 31,
Particulars 2023 2022
Net loss (30,610,414) 394,507 
Adjusted for:   
Other (income)/expense net (83,347) 82,377 
Interest (income)/expense 723,561  399,905 
Fair value changes in financial instruments carried at fair value (1,220,362) (4,017,520)
Tax (benefit)/expense (126,732) (48,719)
Depreciation and amortization 451,773  521,544 
Stock based compensation expense 27,253,455  - 
Non-cash expenses 56,133  - 
Non-recurring expenses 457,703  - 
Adjusted EBITDA (3,098,230) (2,667,906)
    
    
  For the nine months ended
December 31,
Particulars 2023 2022
Net loss (65,798,667) (9,691,963)
Adjusted for:   
Other (income)/expense net (783,269) (35,312)
Interest (income)/expense 1,558,985  603,643 
Fair value changes in financial instruments carried at fair value 22,369,638  1,009,374 
Tax (benefit)/expense (93,382) (46,711)
Depreciation and amortization 1,232,626  1,293,803 
Stock based compensation expense 30,779,664  - 
Non-cash expenses 228,024  
Non-recurring expenses 2,277,449  - 
Adjusted EBITDA (8,228,932) (6,867,166)


For more information, please contact:

Investor Contacts:
Roadzen: Raghav Kansal (raghav@roadzen.io)

Media Contacts:
Roadzen: Sanya Soni (sanya@roadzen.io)
Gutenberg: roadzen@thegutenberg.com 


FAQ

What was the year-over-year increase in quarterly revenue reported by Roadzen Inc. (RDZN)?

Roadzen Inc. (RDZN) reported a 372% year-over-year increase in quarterly revenue, reaching $15.64 million.

What was the net loss reported by Roadzen Inc. (RDZN) for the quarter?

Roadzen Inc. (RDZN) reported a net loss of $30.57 million for the quarter.

What was the Adjusted EBITDA loss reported by Roadzen Inc. (RDZN) for the quarter?

Roadzen Inc. (RDZN) reported an Adjusted EBITDA loss of $3.1 million for the quarter, showing a 14% improvement over the previous quarter.

How was the revenue composition of Roadzen Inc. (RDZN) divided?

Roadzen Inc. (RDZN) showcased a balanced revenue composition with brokerage solutions contributing 52% and technology sales accounting for 48%.

How many enterprise customers did Roadzen Inc. (RDZN) have at the end of the fiscal quarter?

At the end of the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2023, Roadzen Inc. (RDZN) had 92 enterprise customers and approximately 3,200 SMB customers.

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