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Travelzoo Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results

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Travelzoo (TZOO) reported Q3 2024 financial results with revenue of $20.1 million, down 2% year-over-year. The company achieved a consolidated operating profit of $4.0 million and non-GAAP operating profit of $4.9 million. Net income was $3.2 million, or $0.26 per share, compared to $0.16 in the prior year. North America revenue decreased 4% to $12.8 million, while Europe revenue increased 1% to $6.1 million. The company maintained a strong cash position with $12.1 million in cash and equivalents, generating $5.3 million in operating cash flow.

Travelzoo (TZOO) ha riportato i risultati finanziari del terzo trimestre 2024 con un fatturato di 20,1 milioni di dollari, in calo del 2% rispetto all'anno precedente. L'azienda ha raggiunto un utile operativo consolidato di 4,0 milioni di dollari e un utile operativo non-GAAP di 4,9 milioni di dollari. Il reddito netto è stato di 3,2 milioni di dollari, ovvero 0,26 dollari per azione, rispetto a 0,16 dollari dell'anno precedente. I ricavi in Nord America sono diminuiti del 4% a 12,8 milioni di dollari, mentre i ricavi in Europa sono aumentati dell'1% a 6,1 milioni di dollari. L'azienda ha mantenuto una solida posizione di liquidità con 12,1 milioni di dollari in contante e equivalenti, generando 5,3 milioni di dollari in flusso di cassa operativo.

Travelzoo (TZOO) reportó los resultados financieros del tercer trimestre de 2024 con ingresos de 20,1 millones de dólares, un descenso del 2% interanual. La compañía alcanzó una utilidad operativa consolidada de 4,0 millones de dólares y una utilidad operativa no GAAP de 4,9 millones de dólares. El ingreso neto fue de 3,2 millones de dólares, o 0,26 dólares por acción, en comparación con 0,16 dólares del año anterior. Los ingresos de América del Norte disminuyeron un 4% a 12,8 millones de dólares, mientras que los ingresos de Europa aumentaron un 1% a 6,1 millones de dólares. La empresa mantuvo una sólida posición de efectivo con 12,1 millones de dólares en efectivo y equivalentes, generando 5,3 millones de dólares en flujo de efectivo operativo.

Travelzoo (TZOO)는 2024년 3분기 재무 결과를 발표했으며, 매출은 2010만 달러로, 전년 대비 2% 감소했습니다. 회사는 400만 달러의 consolidated operating profit과 490만 달러의 비GAAP 운영 이익을 달성했습니다. 순이익은 320만 달러, 즉 주당 0.26 달러로, 이전 해의 0.16 달러와 비교됩니다. 북미 지역의 매출은 4% 감소하여 1280만 달러로, 유럽 지역의 매출은 1% 증가하여 610만 달러에 이릅니다. 회사는 현금 및 현금성 자산으로 1210만 달러를 보유하고 있으며, 530만 달러의 운영 현금 흐름을 생성했습니다.

Travelzoo (TZOO) a annoncé les résultats financiers du troisième trimestre 2024, avec un chiffre d'affaires de 20,1 millions de dollars, en baisse de 2% par rapport à l'année précédente. L'entreprise a réalisé un bénéfice d'exploitation consolidé de 4,0 millions de dollars et un bénéfice d'exploitation non-GAAP de 4,9 millions de dollars. Le revenu net s'élevait à 3,2 millions de dollars, soit 0,26 dollar par action, contre 0,16 dollar l'année précédente. Les revenus en Amérique du Nord ont diminué de 4% à 12,8 millions de dollars, tandis que les revenus en Europe ont augmenté de 1% à 6,1 millions de dollars. L'entreprise a maintenu une solide position de trésorerie avec 12,1 millions de dollars en liquidités et équivalents, générant 5,3 millions de dollars de flux de trésorerie d'exploitation.

Travelzoo (TZOO) hat die finanziellen Ergebnisse für das dritte Quartal 2024 bekannt gegeben, mit einem Umsatz von 20,1 Millionen Dollar, was einem Rückgang von 2% im Vergleich zum Vorjahr entspricht. Das Unternehmen erzielte einen konsolidierten Betriebsgewinn von 4,0 Millionen Dollar und einen Non-GAAP-Betriebsgewinn von 4,9 Millionen Dollar. Der Nettogewinn betrug 3,2 Millionen Dollar, oder 0,26 Dollar pro Aktie, verglichen mit 0,16 Dollar im Vorjahr. Der Umsatz in Nordamerika sank um 4% auf 12,8 Millionen Dollar, während der Umsatz in Europa um 1% auf 6,1 Millionen Dollar stieg. Das Unternehmen hat eine starke Liquidität mit 12,1 Millionen Dollar in Bargeld und gleichwertigen Mitteln beibehalten und generierte 5,3 Millionen Dollar an operativem Cashflow.

Positive
  • EPS increased 62.5% YoY from $0.16 to $0.26
  • Operating profit in Europe improved significantly to $1.0 million from $267,000
  • Jack's Flight Club premium subscribers increased 14% YoY
  • Strong cash flow from operations of $5.3 million
  • Company expects higher profitability in Q4 2024 YoY and QoQ
Negative
  • Revenue declined 2% YoY to $20.1 million
  • North America revenue decreased 4% YoY to $12.8 million
  • New Initiatives segment reported operating loss of $160,000

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Travelzoo's Q3 2024 results show mixed performance with some concerning trends but also positive developments. The $20.1 million revenue represents a 2% year-over-year decline, though profitability improved with EPS increasing to $0.26 from $0.16. The North American segment's 4% revenue decline is particularly noteworthy, though partially offset by European growth.

The company's strategic shift toward a membership fee model starting 2024 is significant, though meaningful revenue impact won't materialize until 2025 as legacy members are exempt for 2024. Strong cash flow generation of $5.3 million and active share repurchases (552,679 shares) demonstrate financial health, while the $12.1 million cash position provides operational flexibility.

The membership metrics and strategic positioning reveal important market dynamics. The 30.1 million global members represent a substantial base for monetization, particularly with increasing member activity levels. Jack's Flight Club's 14% growth in premium subscribers and 11% revenue increase demonstrate strong potential in the subscription model.

The transition to a paid membership structure in 2024 marks a pivotal shift in Travelzoo's business model. While protecting the existing member base by grandfathering them through 2024 may limit short-term gains, it could help maintain member loyalty while gradually building a recurring revenue stream from new members.

NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO):

  • Revenue of $20.1 million, down 2% year-over-year
  • Consolidated operating profit of $4.0 million
  • Non-GAAP consolidated operating profit of $4.9 million
  • Cash flow from operations of $5.3 million
  • Earnings per share (EPS) of $0.26

Travelzoo, the club for travel enthusiasts, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. Consolidated revenue was $20.1 million, down 2% year-over-year. In constant currencies, revenue was $20.0 million. Travelzoo's reported revenue consists of advertising revenues and commissions, derived from and generated in connection with purchases made by Travelzoo members, and membership fees.

Net income attributable to Travelzoo was $3.2 million for Q3 2024, or $0.26 per share, compared with $0.16 in the prior-year period. Net income attributable to Travelzoo from continuing operations was $3.2 million for Q3 2024, or $0.26 per share, compared with $0.16 in the prior-year period.

Non-GAAP operating profit was $4.9 million. Non-GAAP operating profit excludes amortization of intangibles ($95,000), stock option expenses ($0.5 million) and severance-related expenses ($0.3 million). Please refer to "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" and the tabular reconciliation below.

"We will continue to leverage Travelzoo's global reach, trusted brand, and strong relationships with top travel suppliers to negotiate more Club Offers for members," said Holger Bartel, Travelzoo's Global CEO. "Travelzoo members are affluent, active, and open to new experiences. We inspire members to travel to places they never imagined they could. Travelzoo is the must-have membership for those who love to travel as much as we do."

Cash Position
As of September 30, 2024, consolidated cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash were $12.1 million. Net cash provided by operations was $5.3 million.

Travelzoo North America
North America business segment revenue decreased 4% year-over-year to $12.8 million. Operating profit for Q3 2024 was $3.2 million, or 25% of revenue, compared to operating profit of $3.0 million in the prior-year period.

Travelzoo Europe
Europe business segment revenue increased 1% year-over-year to $6.1 million. In constant currencies, Europe business segment revenue was $5.9 million. Operating profit for Q3 2024 was $1.0 million, or 17% of revenue, compared to operating profit of $267,000 in the prior-year period.

Jack's Flight Club
Jack's Flight Club is a membership subscription service in which Travelzoo has a 60% ownership interest. Revenue from unaffiliated customers increased 11% year-over-year to $1.2 million. The number of premium subscribers increased 14% year-over-year. Jack's Flight Club's revenue from subscriptions is recognized ratably over the subscription period (quarterly, semi-annually, annually). Non-GAAP operating profit for Q3 2024 was $85,000. Non-GAAP operating profit excludes amortization of intangibles ($58,000) related to the acquisition of Travelzoo's ownership interest in Jack's Flight Club in 2020.

New Initiatives
New Initiatives business segment revenue, which includes Licensing and Travelzoo META, was $33,000. Operating loss for Q3 2024 was $160,000.

In June 2020, Travelzoo entered into a royalty-bearing licensing agreement with a local licensee in Japan for the exclusive use of Travelzoo's brand, business model, and members in Japan. In August of 2020, Travelzoo entered into a royalty-bearing licensing agreement with a local licensee in Australia for the exclusive use of Travelzoo's brand, business models, and members in Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore. Under these arrangements, Travelzoo's existing members in Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and Singapore will continue to be owned by Travelzoo as the licensor. Travelzoo recorded $7,000 in licensing revenue from the licensee in Japan in Q3 2024. Travelzoo recorded $10,000 in licensing revenue from the licensee in Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore in Q3 2024. Licensing revenue is expected to increase going forward.

Members and Subscribers
As of September 30, 2024, we had 30.1 million members and subscribers worldwide. In North America, Travelzoo had 15.8 million unduplicated members as of September 30, 2024. In Europe, Travelzoo had 9.1 million unduplicated members as of September 30, 2024. Jack's Flight Club had 2.1 million subscribers, including premium subscribers, as of September 30, 2024. Comparisons to prior periods are no longer meaningful due to strategic developments of the Travelzoo membership and Jack's Flight Club premium subscriber acquisition. For Travelzoo, the average activity of members is increasing. For Jack's Flight Club, the premium subscribers are increasing.

Discontinued Operations
In March 2020, Travelzoo decided to exit its Asia Pacific business and operate it as a licensing business going forward. Consequently, the Asia Pacific business has been classified as discontinued operations.

Income Taxes
A provision of $1.1 million for income taxes was recorded for Q3 2024, compared to an income tax expense of $1.0 million in the prior-year period. Travelzoo intends to utilize available net operating losses (NOLs) to largely offset its actual tax liability for Q3 2024.

Share Repurchase Program
During Q3 2024, the Company repurchased 552,679 shares of its outstanding common stock.

Looking Ahead
For Q4 2024, we expect growth in revenue year-over-year, albeit at a smaller pace than in 2023. However, there could be unexpected fluctuations. We also expect for Q4 2024 higher profitability year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter. For 2025, we expect substantial growth in revenue as a result of additional revenue from membership fees.

In December 2023, we announced the introduction of a membership fee for Travelzoo beginning January 1, 2024. We recognize membership fee revenue ratably over the subscription period. Legacy Travelzoo members as of December 31, 2023, which represent more than 95% of members, are exempt from the fee during 2024. Therefore, we do not anticipate membership fee revenue from these members before 2025.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Management calculates non-GAAP operating income when evaluating the financial performance of the business. Travelzoo's calculation of non-GAAP operating income, also called "non-GAAP operating profit" in this press release and today's earnings conference call, excludes the following items: amortization of intangibles, stock option expenses and severance-related expenses. This press release includes a table which reconciles GAAP operating income to the calculation of non-GAAP operating income. Non-GAAP operating income is not required by, or presented in accordance with, generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America ("GAAP"). This information should be considered as supplemental in nature and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures may not be the same as similarly titled measures reported by other companies.

Conference Call
Travelzoo will host a conference call to discuss third quarter 2024 results today at 11:00 a.m. ET. Please visit http://ir.travelzoo.com/events-presentations to

  • download the management presentation (PDF format) to be discussed in the conference call
  • access the webcast

About Travelzoo
We, Travelzoo®, are the club for travel enthusiasts. Our 30 million members receive exclusive offers and one-of-a-kind experiences personally reviewed by our deal experts around the globe. We have our finger on the pulse of outstanding travel, entertainment, and lifestyle experiences. We work in partnership with more than 5,000 top travel suppliers—our long-standing relationships give Travelzoo members access to irresistible deals.

Certain statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts may be forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements about our plans, objectives, expectations, prospects and intentions, markets in which we participate and other statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts. When used in this press release, the words "expect", "predict", "project", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "intend", "plan", "seek" and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. Because these forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, there are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements, including changes in our plans, objectives, expectations, prospects and intentions and other factors discussed in our filings with the SEC. We cannot guarantee any future levels of activity, performance or achievements. Travelzoo undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release.

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Travelzoo
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except per share amounts)



Three months ended


Nine months ended


September 30,


September 30,


2024


2023


2024


2023

Revenues

$         20,098


$         20,599


$    63,224


$    63,328

Cost of revenues

2,548


2,665


7,708


8,236

Gross profit

17,550


17,934


55,516


55,092

Operating expenses:








Sales and marketing

8,247


9,840


26,231


29,278

Product development

594


525


1,763


1,533

General and administrative

4,664


4,460


13,875


13,188

Total operating expenses

13,505


14,825


41,869


43,999

Operating income

4,045


3,109


13,647


11,093

Other income, net

359


314


674


1,143

Income from continuing operations before income taxes

4,404


3,423


14,321


12,236

Income tax expense

1,148


1,018


3,920


3,487

Income from continuing operations

3,256


2,405


10,401


8,749

Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax


(5)



(5)

Net income

3,256


2,400


10,401


8,744

Net income attributable to non-controlling interest

72


52


54


97

Net income attributable to Travelzoo

$           3,184


$           2,348


$    10,347


$      8,647









Net income attributable to Travelzoo—continuing operations

$           3,184


$           2,353


$    10,347


$      8,652

Net loss attributable to Travelzoo—discontinued operations

$                —


$                (5)


$            —


$            (5)









Income per share—basic








Continuing operations

$             0.26


$             0.16


$        0.81


$        0.57

Discontinued operations

$                —


$                —


$            —


$            —

Net income per share—basic

$             0.26


$             0.16


$        0.81


$        0.57









Income per share—diluted








Continuing operations

$             0.26


$             0.16


$        0.79


$        0.57

Discontinued operations

$                —


$                —


$            —


$            —

Net income per share—diluted

$             0.26


$             0.16


$        0.79


$        0.56

Shares used in per share calculation from continuing operations—basic

12,176


14,769


12,851


15,242

Shares used in per share calculation from discontinued operations—basic

12,176


14,769


12,851


15,242

Shares used in per share calculation from continuing operations—diluted

12,386


14,821


13,035


15,307

Shares used in per share calculation from discontinued operations—diluted

12,386


14,821


13,035


15,307

 

Travelzoo
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(Unaudited)
(In thousands)



September 30,
2024


December 31,
2023

Assets




Current assets:




Cash and cash equivalents

$             11,429


$            15,713

Accounts receivable, net

13,167


12,965

Prepaid income taxes

1,132


629

Prepaid expenses and other

1,619


1,461

Total current assets

27,347


30,768

Deposits and other

230


1,115

Deferred tax assets

3,193


3,196

Restricted cash

675


675

Operating lease right-of-use assets

6,080


6,015

Property and equipment, net

470


578

Intangible assets, net

1,591


2,091

Goodwill

10,944


10,944

Total assets

$             50,530


$            55,382

Liabilities and Equity




Current liabilities:




Accounts payable

$               4,984


$              4,546

Merchant payables

17,321


20,622

Accrued expenses and other

4,124


3,658

Deferred revenue

3,854


2,044

Income tax payable

1,450


766

Operating lease liabilities

2,624


2,530

Liabilities from discontinued operations

24


24

Total current liabilities

34,381


34,190

Long-term tax liabilities

7,028


4,681

Long-term operating lease liabilities

6,225


6,717

Other long-term liabilities

376


911

Total liabilities

48,010


46,499

Common stock

119


136

Tax indemnification

(9,537)


(9,537)

Note receivable and account receivable from shareholder

(1,929)


(1,753)

Additional paid-in capital


439

Retained earnings

14,195


19,508

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(5,079)


(4,607)

Total Travelzoo stockholders' equity (deficit)

(2,231)


4,186

Non-controlling interest

4,751


4,697

Total stockholder's equity

2,520


8,883

Total liabilities and Equity

$             50,530


$            55,382

 

Travelzoo
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)
(In thousands)



Three months ended


Nine months ended


September 30,


September 30,


2024


2023


2024


2023

Cash flows from operating activities:








Net income

$            3,256


$            2,400


$   10,401


$     8,744

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:








Depreciation and amortization

179


472


737


1,417

Stock-based compensation

457


359


1,240


1,187

Deferred income tax

(12)


(73)


(39)


(111)

Loss on long-lived assets




10

Net foreign currency effects

(154)


86


(165)


53

Provision of loss (net recoveries) on accounts receivable and refund reserves

128


(115)


121


(944)

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:








Accounts receivable

127


(571)


(258)


3,317

Prepaid income taxes

(134)


111


(461)


1,128

Prepaid expenses, deposits and other

(69)


(253)


464


2,232

Accounts payable

(284)


689


430


(1,704)

Merchant payables

431


(153)


(3,348)


(8,757)

Accrued expenses and other

463


197


2,162


574

Income tax payable

315


59


593


293

Other liabilities

628


435


1,381


1,854

Net cash provided by operating activities

5,331


3,643


13,258


9,293

Cash flows from investing activities:








Proceeds from repayment of note receivable




113

Purchases of property and equipment

(46)


(60)


(129)


(217)

Net cash used in investing activities

(46)


(60)


(129)


(104)

Cash flows from financing activities:








Repurchase of common stock

(6,183)


(6,896)


(16,605)


(11,766)

Exercise of stock options and taxes paid for net share settlement of equity awards

(335)



(592)


(299)

Net cash used in financing activities

(6,518)


(6,896)


(17,197)


(12,065)

Effect of exchange rate on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash

96


(302)


(215)


80

Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash

(1,137)


(3,615)


(4,283)


(2,796)

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period

13,243


20,197


16,389


19,378

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period

$          12,106


$          16,582


$   12,106


$   16,582

 

Travelzoo
Segment Information from Continuing Operations
(Unaudited)
(In thousands) 


Three months ended September 30, 2024

Travelzoo North

America


Travelzoo
Europe


Jack's
Flight Club


New
Initiatives


Consolidated

Revenues from unaffiliated customers

$       12,846


$         6,021


$         1,198


$              33


$          20,098

Intersegment revenues

(24)


34


(10)



Total net revenues

12,822


6,055


1,188


33


20,098

Operating profit (loss)

$         3,150


$         1,028


$              27


$          (160)


$            4,045











Three months ended September 30, 2023

Travelzoo North

America


Travelzoo
Europe


Jack's
Flight Club


New
Initiatives


Consolidated

Revenues from unaffiliated customers

$       13,094


$         6,397


$         1,080


$              28


$          20,599

Intersegment revenues

314


(414)


100



Total net revenues

13,408


5,983


1,180


28


20,599

Operating profit (loss)

$         3,015


$            267


$            144


$          (317)


$            3,109



Nine months ended September 30, 2024

Travelzoo North

America


Travelzoo
Europe


Jack's
Flight Club


New
Initiatives


Consolidated

Revenues from unaffiliated customers

$       41,134


$       18,605


$         3,397


$              88


$          63,224

Intersegment revenues

50


63


(113)



Total net revenues

41,184


18,668


3,284


88


63,224

Operating profit (loss)

$       11,305


$         2,922


$          (106)


$          (474)


$          13,647











Nine months ended September 30, 2023

Travelzoo North

America


Travelzoo
Europe


Jack's
Flight Club


New
Initiatives


Consolidated

Revenues from unaffiliated customers

$       41,303


$       18,937


$         3,039


$              49


$          63,328

Intersegment revenues

996


(1,180)


184



Total net revenues

42,299


17,757


3,223


49


63,328

Operating profit (loss)

$       11,284


$            485


$            196


$          (872)


$          11,093

 

Travelzoo
Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Information
(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except per share amounts)



Three months ended


Nine months ended


September 30,


September 30,


2024


2023


2024


2023

GAAP operating expense

$   13,505


$   14,825


$   41,869


$   43,999

Non-GAAP adjustments:








Amortization of intangibles (A)

95


384


500


1,171

Stock option expenses (B)

456


359


1,239


1,186

Severance-related expenses (C)

330



360


95

Non-GAAP operating expense

12,624


14,082


39,770


41,547









GAAP operating profit

4,045


3,109


13,647


11,093

Non-GAAP adjustments (A through C)

881


743


2,099


2,452

Non-GAAP operating profit

4,926


3,852


15,746


13,545

 

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FAQ

What was Travelzoo's (TZOO) revenue in Q3 2024?

Travelzoo reported revenue of $20.1 million in Q3 2024, representing a 2% decrease year-over-year.

What was Travelzoo's (TZOO) earnings per share in Q3 2024?

Travelzoo reported earnings per share (EPS) of $0.26 in Q3 2024, compared to $0.16 in the prior-year period.

How much cash did Travelzoo (TZOO) generate from operations in Q3 2024?

Travelzoo generated $5.3 million in cash flow from operations during Q3 2024.

What is Travelzoo's (TZOO) membership base as of Q3 2024?

Travelzoo had 30.1 million members and subscribers worldwide, with 15.8 million in North America, 9.1 million in Europe, and 2.1 million Jack's Flight Club subscribers.

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