Utstarcom Holdings - UTSI STOCK NEWS

UTStarcom (NASDAQ: UTSI) reported its financial results for 2021, showing a 34.6% decline in revenue to $15.9 million and a net loss of $6.3 million. The company faced challenges due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, impacting investments and revenue from major customers in Japan and India. Gross profit turned negative at ($1.1 million), with a loss in equipment sales of 81.2%. Despite these setbacks, the cash balance increased by 37% to $66.3 million. The company is pursuing business growth opportunities while managing existing receivables from India.

UTStarcom (NASDAQ:UTSI) announced it received a delinquency letter from Nasdaq on January 24, 2022, for not meeting the minimum bid price requirement due to its shares closing below $1 for 30 consecutive business days, from December 9, 2021, to January 21, 2022. The Company has a compliance period of 180 days, until July 25, 2022, to regain compliance by achieving a closing bid price of at least $1 for ten consecutive days. UTStarcom is exploring options to address this deficiency, but its shares will continue to be traded on Nasdaq during this period.

UTStarcom (NASDAQ:UTSI) announced its collaboration with China Unicom Research Institute, focusing on a disaggregated networking solution for 5G transport networks. The development of the CUNOS network operating system, initiated in 2020, aims to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs associated with 5G networks. Recent testing showed stable performance and integration of various hardware platforms. CEO Mr. Li Hua emphasized this milestone strengthens UTStarcom's position in the 5G sector and paves the way for future hardware and software cooperation.

UTStarcom (NASDAQ: UTSI) announced significant changes in governance, with Ms. Wendong Zhang resigning from the Board effective November 16, 2021, to pursue other interests. Mr. Hao Zheng has been appointed to the Board and its key committees from November 17, 2021. Zheng is the head of the asset management department at Beijing E-town International Investment Development. Additionally, CEO Hua Li will join the Board effective January 1, 2022, succeeding Dr. Zhaocheng Huang. Both appointments aim to leverage fresh perspectives for business growth and shareholder value.

UTStarcom announced a strategic cooperation agreement with China Comservice Zhongrui Technology on September 8, 2021. The partnership aims to develop and produce software and hardware products focusing on blockchain, IoT, cloud computing, and 5G. This collaboration is expected to enhance both companies' capabilities in product marketing and sales.

UTStarcom, celebrating its 30th anniversary, is positioned to leverage its R&D expertise to optimize growth in transformational technologies while Zhongrui Technology brings significant technical expertise and market presence.

UTStarcom (NASDAQ: UTSI) announced the resignation of Dr. Zhaochen Huang from its Board of Directors, effective December 31, 2021. Dr. Huang will transition to focus on business development as the president of UTStarcom Japan. The company expressed gratitude for Dr. Huang's contributions and emphasized his future role in strengthening relationships with key partners in Japan. Established in 1991, UTStarcom specializes in telecommunications infrastructure and operates globally, with a significant focus on markets including Japan, India, and China.

UTStarcom (NASDAQ: UTSI) reported its unaudited financial results for the first half of 2021, with revenues at $8.7 million, down 36.6% year-over-year. The company achieved a net income of $0.3 million, a substantial turnaround from a $12.0 million loss last year. Operating expenses drastically decreased by 89.1% to $1.3 million, aided by a $5 million allowance reversal from credit losses in India. Notably, cash flow from operations reached $14 million, with a cash balance of $61.9 million as of June 30, 2021. The firm also advanced its 5G transport network development with major telecom operators.

UTStarcom has appointed Mr. Hua Li as the new CEO effective June 16, 2021, following Dr. Zhaochen Huang's resignation. Mr. Li brings nearly eight years of experience, having previously served as General Manager of Hangzhou Yi Yi Tai Di Information Technology. Additionally, Mr. Ning Shan has been appointed as Chairman of the Board. He has over 30 years of experience in telecommunications. Dr. Huang will remain on the Board of Directors. The management transition aims to strengthen UTStarcom's strategic goals and growth.

UTStarcom (NASDAQ:UTSI) filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This report is accessible on the SEC EDGAR website and UTStarcom's official site. The company, founded in 1991, focuses on providing innovative telecommunications infrastructure, particularly in Japan and India. Its advanced equipment supports essential network functions, including mobile backhaul and broadband access.