Universal Security Instruments Announces its Fourth-Quarter and Year-End Results

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Universal Security Instruments (NYSE Amex: UUU) reported its financial results for Q4 and the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. In Q4, sales dropped 18.5% to $4.83 million, leading to a net loss of $476,671, or $0.21 per share, from a net income of $284,635 in the same period last year. Annual sales decreased by 10.3% to $19.90 million, resulting in a net loss of $395,790, or $0.17 per share, compared to a net income of $720,411 the previous year. Current-year results reflect a $150,000 insurance audit and a $168,000 increase in the provision for credit losses, including amounts under litigation. Supply chain issues and rising ocean freight rates further impacted sales.

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• Q4 sales dropped by 18.5% to $4.83 million.
• Net loss of $476,671 in Q4, compared to net income of $284,635 last year.
• Annual sales decreased by 10.3% to $19.90 million.
• Annual net loss of $395,790, compared to net income of $720,411 last year.
• Current-year results included a $150,000 insurance audit.
• Provision for credit losses increased by $168,000, including amounts under litigation.
• Sales impacted by supply chain issues and rising ocean freight rates.

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Financial Analyst

The financial results reported by Universal Security Instruments (USI) are notably concerning for investors. Sales for the fourth quarter decreased by 18.5% and the company went from a net income of $284,635 in the comparable period last year to a net loss of $476,671. This significant shift suggests substantial challenges in maintaining revenue streams and managing costs.

For the fiscal year, sales decreased by 10.3% and net income turned into a net loss of $395,790. Factors such as an insurance audit cost of $150,000 and a provision for credit losses of $168,000 played a role, but these are relatively minor compared to the overall revenue loss. The mention of supply chain issues and rising ocean freight rates indicates external pressures are impacting the company's profitability.

In the short term, these results suggest a weakened financial position. Retail investors should be cautious as the company navigates these challenges. Long-term recovery might depend on how well USI can adapt to supply chain disruptions and control costs.

Key Takeaway: The financial outlook is negative, emphasizing the need for management to address revenue decline and cost management aggressively.

OWINGS MILLS, Md., July 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Universal Security Instruments, Inc. (NYSE Amex: UUU) today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and its fiscal year ended March 31, 2024.

The Company reported:

• For the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2024, sales decreased $1,096,298 (18.5%) to $4,831,469 from $5,927,767 from the comparable period last year. The Company reported a net loss of $476,671, or $0.21 per basic and diluted share compared to net income of $284,635, or $0.12 per basic and diluted share for the comparable period of the previous year.
• For the twelve months ended March 31, 2024, sales decreased $2,276,200 (10.3%) to $19,902,673 versus $22,178,873 for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023. The Company reported a net loss of $395,790, or $0.17 per basic and diluted share, versus net income of $720,411 or $0.31 per basic and diluted share, for the same period last year. Results for the twelve months ended March 31, 2023, included the receipt of a federal employee retention credit of approximately $181,000 during the second fiscal quarter of the fiscal year.

Harvey Grossblatt, President and Chief Executive Officer said, “Included in the current year results is approximately $150,000 related to an insurance audit of a prior year and an increase in the provision for credit losses of approximately $168,000 recorded in the fourth fiscal quarter. The increase in the provision for credit losses includes amounts with respect to which the Company has filed suit against one of its customers. In addition, sales were impacted by supply chain issues and rising ocean freight rates.”

11407 CRONHILL DRIVE, SUITE A • OWINGS MILLS, MARYLAND 21117, USA
(410) 363-3000 • www.universalsecurity.com

UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC. is a distributor of safety and security devices. Founded in 1969, the Company has an over 55-year heritage of developing innovative and easy-to-install products, including smoke, fire and carbon monoxide alarms. For more information on Universal Security Instruments, visit our website at www.universalsecurity.com.

"Safe Harbor” Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Certain matters discussed in this news release may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws that inherently include certain risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in or contemplated by the forward-looking statements due to a number of factors, including, among other items, currency fluctuations, the impact of current and future laws and governmental regulations, and other factors which may be identified from time to time in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings and other public announcements. We do not undertake and specifically disclaim any obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events or circumstances after the date of such statements. We will revise our outlook from time to time and frequently will not disclose such revisions publicly.

UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (UNAUDITED)
	Three Months Ended March 31,
		2024				2023
Net sales	$	4,831,469			$	5,927,767
Net (loss) income		(476,671	)			284,635
Net (loss) income per share – basic and diluted		(0.21	)			0.12
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding
Basic and diluted		2,312,887				2,312,887

	Fiscal Year Ended March 31,
		2024				2023
Net sales	$	19,902,673			$	22,178,873
Net (loss) income		(395,790	)			720,411
Net (loss) income per share – basic and diluted		(0.17	)			0.31
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding
Basic and diluted		2,312,887				2,312,887

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
ASSETS
	March 31,
		2024				2023
Cash	$	65,081			$	151,502
Accounts receivable and amount due from factor		3,310,154				3,664,948
Inventory		4,751,826				4,063,632
Prepaid expenses		226,732				165,378
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS		8,353,793				8,045,460
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT – NET		159,656				318,641
OTHER ASSETS		31,301				35,773
TOTAL ASSETS	$	8,544,750			$	8,399,874
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Line of credit - factor	$	768,853			$	1,459,350
Short-term portion of operating lease liability		158,742				151,230
Accounts payable– Trade		2,371,492				948,465
Accrued liabilities		269,306				309,940
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES		3,568,393				2,868,985
LONG-TERM PORTION OF OPERATING LEASE LIABILITY		13,330				172,072
TOTAL LONG-TERM LIABILITIES		13,330				172,072
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES		-				-
SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Common stock, $.01 par value per share; 20,000,000 authorized, 2,312,887 shares issued and outstanding at March 31, 2024 and 2023		23,129				23,129
Additional paid-in capital		12,885,841				12,885,841
(Accumulated Deficit)		(7,945,943	)			(7,550,153	)
TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY		4,963,027				5,358,817
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY	$	8,544,750			$	8,399,874

Contact: Harvey Grossblatt, President
Universal Security Instruments, Inc.
410-363-3000, Ext. 224
Or
Zachary Mizener
Lambert & Co.
315-529-2348

FAQ

What were Universal Security Instruments' Q4 2024 financial results?

In Q4 2024, Universal Security Instruments reported a sales decrease of 18.5% to $4.83 million and a net loss of $476,671, or $0.21 per share.

How did Universal Security Instruments perform in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024?

For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, Universal Security Instruments reported a 10.3% decrease in sales to $19.90 million and a net loss of $395,790, or $0.17 per share.

What factors affected Universal Security Instruments' sales in 2024?

Sales were impacted by supply chain issues, rising ocean freight rates, a $150,000 insurance audit, and a $168,000 increase in the provision for credit losses.

What is Universal Security Instruments' stock symbol?

Universal Security Instruments trades under the stock symbol UUU on the NYSE Amex.

What was the impact of the provision for credit losses on Universal Security Instruments' 2024 results?

The provision for credit losses increased by $168,000, which included amounts under litigation, negatively affecting the results.