WidePoint WYY Reports Second Quarter and Year to Date 2024 Financial Results

Rhea-AI Summary

WidePoint (NYSE American:WYY) reported its Q2 and H1 2024 financial results, showing significant growth. Q2 revenues increased 35% year-over-year to $36 million, while Adjusted EBITDA improved 479% to $811,000. The company's net loss decreased to $500,000 or $(0.05) per diluted share. For H1 2024, revenues grew 35% to $70.2 million, with Adjusted EBITDA up 764% to $1.4 million.

Operational highlights include a $254 million contract modification from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and selection for the U.S. Navy's 10-year, $2.7 billion Spiral 4 contract. WidePoint also deployed its new proprietary MobileAnchor Digital Credential into a Federal Agency. The company maintained positive free cash flow and ended Q2 with $4.0 million in cash and no bank debt.

Positive

• 35% year-over-year revenue increase to $36 million in Q2 2024
• 479% improvement in Adjusted EBITDA to $811,000 in Q2 2024
• $254 million contract modification from U.S. Department of Homeland Security
• Selection for U.S. Navy's 10-year, $2.7 billion Spiral 4 contract
• 28th consecutive quarter of positive Adjusted EBITDA
• Third consecutive quarter ending free cash flow positive
• Free cash flow improved 467% to $800,000 in Q2 2024

Negative

• Net loss of $500,000 or $(0.05) per diluted share in Q2 2024
• Gross margin decreased to 14% from 15% year-over-year in Q2 2024
• Operating expenses increased to $5.4 million from $4.6 million year-over-year in Q2 2024

Insights

Financial Analyst

WidePoint's Q2 2024 results show positive momentum with a 35% YoY revenue increase to $36 million. The company's improved financial position is evident from the 479% growth in Adjusted EBITDA to $811,000. While still operating at a net loss, it has narrowed significantly. The $254 million contract modification with DHS and selection for the $2.7 billion Navy contract are substantial wins, potentially driving future growth.

However, investors should note the slight decline in gross margin from 15% to 14%, which may impact profitability if not addressed. The positive free cash flow of $800,000 is encouraging, indicating improved operational efficiency. With $4 million cash and no bank debt, WidePoint has a stable financial foundation to support its growth initiatives.

Tech Expert

WidePoint's technological advancements are noteworthy. The successful deployment of their proprietary MobileAnchor Digital Credential in a Federal Agency demonstrates the company's innovation in cybersecurity solutions. This could be a significant differentiator in the competitive government contracting space.

The company's involvement in the Cellular Wireless Management Services 2.0 contract and the Spiral 4 contract indicates a strong position in mobile technology management for government agencies. These long-term contracts provide a stable revenue base and opportunities for upselling additional services. The mention of "promising sales developments and technological advancements" suggests potential new product launches or improvements that could further strengthen WidePoint's market position.

Market Research Analyst

WidePoint's focus on government contracts positions it well in a stable, high-value market. The increased contract ceiling with DHS and selection for the Navy's Spiral 4 contract demonstrate the company's strong reputation and ability to win large-scale projects. This could lead to further contract wins and market share growth in the government sector.

The company's consistent positive Adjusted EBITDA for 28 consecutive quarters shows operational stability, which is attractive to investors seeking reliable performers in the tech sector. The mention of "profitable projections in 2025" indicates management's confidence in future performance. However, investors should monitor the company's progress towards profitability, as continued net losses could impact long-term sustainability and stock performance.

FAIRFAX, VA / ACCESSWIRE / August 14, 2024 / WidePoint Corporation (NYSE American:WYY), the innovative enterprise cyber security and mobile technology provider, reported results for the second quarter and six-months ended June 30, 2024.

Second Quarter 2024 and Recent Operational Highlights:

• Awarded $254 million contract modification by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security increasing the ceiling of the Cellular Wireless Management Services 2.0 contract from $500 million to $754 million

• Selected by the U.S. Navy as one of seven contractors for the 10-Year, $2.7 billion Spiral 4 contract

• Certified and successfully deployed new proprietary MobileAnchor Digital Credential into a Federal Agency

• 28^th consecutive quarter of positive Adjusted EBITDA

• Third consecutive quarter ending free cash flow positive

Second Quarter 2024 Financial Highlights:

• Revenues were $36 million, a 35% increase from the same quarter last year

• Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial measure, was $811,000, a 479% improvement from the same quarter last year

• Gross margin was 14%, and gross margin excluding carrier services revenue was 31%

• Net loss decreased to $500,000 compared to $842,000 from the same period last year, or a loss of $(0.05) per diluted share

• Free cash flow¹, a non-GAAP financial measure, was $800,000, or an improvement of 467% compared to the same period last year

• As of June 30, 2024, cash was $4.0 million with no bank debt

Six Months 2024 Financial Highlights:

• Revenues were $70.2 million, a 35% increase from the same quarter last year

• Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial measure, was $1.4 million, a 764% increase from the same quarter last year

• Gross margin was 14%, and gross margin excluding carrier services revenue was 31%

• Net loss decreased to $1.2 million or a loss of $(0.13) per diluted share compared to $1.8 million in the same period last year,

• Free cash flow¹, a non-GAAP financial measure, was $1.4 million

1 Free cash flow, a non-GAAP financial measure, is defined as Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures

Management Commentary

"We continue to make significant strides in our sequential financial performance and growth, with notable improvements in both our top-line results and adjusted EBITDA," said WidePoint CEO Jin Kang. "Compared to last year, our position in the capital markets has improved, thanks to the effective execution of our organic growth strategy. Our strategic investments and partnerships, including advancements in our business solutions, certifications and credentials, project management offices, and strategic hires, have all contributed to driving sales growth and profitable projections in 2025. Additionally, we have received initial RFQs for the Spiral 4 contract and are currently setting up administrative arrangements with the Navy and establishing vendor agreements for services and equipment. We maintain a positive outlook for the remainder of the year, buoyed by promising sales developments and technological advancements that will further enhance WidePoint's ability to offer a diverse range of services and support our sales and marketing goals for years to come."

Second Quarter 2024 Financial Summary

		THREE MONTHS ENDED
(In millions except per share amounts)		JUNE 30,
		2024				2023
		(Unaudited)
Revenue		$	36.0			$	26.8
Gross profit			4.9				3.9
Gross profit margin			14	%			15	%
Operating expenses			5.4				4.6
Loss from operations			(0.5	)			(0.7	)
Loss per share		$	(0.05	)		$	(0.10	)
EBITDA			0.4				0.0
Adjusted EBITDA			0.8				0.1

Six-Month 2024 Financial Summary

		SIX MONTHS ENDED
(In millions except per share amounts)		JUNE 30,
		2024				2023
		(Unaudited)
Revenue		$	70.2			$	52.0
Gross profit			9.6				7.7
Gross profit margin			14	%			15	%
Operating expenses			10.7				9.3
Loss from operations			(1.1	)			(1.6	)
Loss per share		$	(0.13	)		$	(0.20	)
EBITDA			0.6				(0.1	)
Adjusted EBITDA			1.4				0.2

Conference Call

Wide Point's management will host the conference call today (August 14, 2024) at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time (1:30 p.m. Pacific time) to discuss these results.

U.S. dial-in number: 888-506-0062
International number: 973-528-0011
Access Code: 403107

Please call the conference telephone number 5-10 minutes prior to the start time. An operator will register your name and organization. If you have any difficulty connecting with the conference call, please contact Gateway Group at (949) 574-3860.

The conference call will be broadcast live and available for replay here and via the investor relations section of the company's website.

A replay of the conference call will be available after 7:30 p.m. Eastern time on the same day through Wednesday, August 28, 2024.

Toll-free replay number: 877-481-4010
International replay number: 919-882-2331
Replay ID: 50911

About WidePoint

WidePoint Corporation (NYSE American:WYY) is a leading technology Managed Solution Provider (MSP) dedicated to securing and protecting the mobile workforce and enterprise landscape. WidePoint is recognized for pioneering technology solutions that include Identity and Access Management (IAM), Mobility Managed Services (MMS), Telecom Management, Information Technology as a Service (ITaaS), Cloud Security, and Analytics & Billing as a Service (ABaaS). For more information, visit widepoint.com.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

WidePoint uses a variety of operational and financial metrics, including non-GAAP financial measures such as EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA, and Free cashflow, to enable it to analyze its performance and financial condition. The presentation of non-GAAP financial information should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for, or superior to, the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP. A reconciliation of GAAP Net income to EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA and Free cashflow is provided below:

		THREE MONTHS ENDED								SIX MONTHS ENDED
		JUNE 30,								JUNE 30,
		2024				2023				2024				2023
		(Unaudited)								(Unaudited)
NET LOSS		$	(499,600	)		$	(842,100	)		$	(1,152,700	)		$	(1,793,600	)
Adjustments to reconcile net income to EBITDA:
Depreciation and amortization			906,900				771,700				1,740,300				1,540,100
Amortization of deferred financing costs			-				-				-				-
Income tax provision (benefit)			15,800				48,800				(26,300	)			55,100
Interest income			(51,800	)			(9,200	)			(101,200	)			(11,400	)
Interest expense			72,400				56,900				131,100				115,700
EBITDA		$	443,700			$	26,100			$	591,200			$	(94,100	)
Other adjustments to reconcile net (loss) income to Adjusted EBITDA:
Loss on factoring of receivables			1,666				18,858				8,948				18,858
Stock-based compensation expense			365,900				95,500				783,700				235,600
Adjusted EBITDA		$	811,266			$	140,458			$	1,383,848			$	160,358
Capital expendatures			(11,507	)			(358,658	)			(18,001	)			(717,928	)
Free cashflow		$	799,759			$	(218,200	)		$	1,365,847			$	(557,570	)

WidePoint uses Adjusted EBITDA and Free cashflow as supplemental non-GAAP measure of performance. WidePoint defines EBITDA as net income excluding (i) interest expense, (ii) provision for or benefit from income taxes, (iii) depreciation and amortization, and (iv) Impairment charges. Adjusted EBITDA excludes certain amounts included in EBITDA. WidePoint is not providing a quantitative reconciliation of adjusted EBITDA in reliance on the "unreasonable efforts" exception for forward-looking non-GAAP measures set forth in SEC rules because certain financial information, the probable significance of which cannot be determined, is not available and cannot be reasonably estimated without unreasonable effort and expense. In this regard, WidePoint does not provide a reconciliation of forward-looking adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) to GAAP net income, due to the inherent difficulty in forecasting and quantifying certain amounts that are necessary for such reconciliation. Because certain deductions for non-GAAP exclusions used to calculate projected net income may vary significantly based on actual events, WidePoint is not able to forecast on a GAAP basis with reasonable certainty all deductions needed in order to provide a GAAP calculation of projected net income at this time. The amounts of these deductions may be material and, therefore, could result in projected GAAP net income being materially less than is indicated by estimated adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP).

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning our business, operations and financial performance and condition as well as our plans, objectives and expectations for our business operations and financial performance and condition that are subject to risks and uncertainties. All statements other than statements of historical fact included herein are forward-looking statements. You can identify these statements by words such as "aim," "anticipate," "assume," "believe," "could," "due," "estimate," "expect," "goal," "intend," "may," "objective," "plan," "potential," "positioned," "predict," "should," "target," "will," "would" and other similar expressions that are predictions of or indicate future events and future trends. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about our business and the industry in which we operate and our management's beliefs and assumptions. These statements are not guarantees of future performance or development and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that are in some cases beyond our control. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those that we expected, including, the impact of supply chain issues; our ability to successfully execute our strategy; our ability to sustain profitability and positive cash flows; our ability to access sufficient financing on acceptable terms given the tightening credit markets due to the current banking environment; our ability to gain market acceptance for our products; our ability to win new contracts, execute contract extensions and expand scope of services on existing contracts; our ability to compete with companies that have greater resources than us; our ability to penetrate the commercial sector to expand our business; our ability to identify potential acquisition targets and close such acquisitions; our ability to successfully integrate acquired businesses with our existing operations; our ability to maintain a sufficient level of inventory necessary to meet our customers demand due to supply shortage and pricing; our ability to retain key personnel; our ability to mitigate the impact of increases in interest rates; the impact of increasingly volatile public equity markets on our market capitalization; the impact and outcome of negotiations around the Federal debt ceiling; our ability to mitigate the impact of inflation; and The risk factors set forth in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 filed with the SEC on March 31, 2024.

The forward-looking statements included herein are made only as of the date hereof. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by law.

WidePoint Investor Relations:

Gateway Group, Inc.
Matt Glover or John Yi
949-574-3860
WYY@gateway-grp.com

WIDEPOINT CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

		JUNE 30,				DECEMBER 31,
		2024				2023
		(Unaudited)
ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash		$	4,000,899			$	6,921,160
Accounts receivable, net of allowance for credit losses
of $78,334 and $81,359, respectively			10,560,802				8,219,793
Unbilled accounts receivable			25,784,217				16,618,639
Other current assets			1,527,940				1,083,671
Total current assets			41,873,858				32,843,263
NONCURRENT ASSETS
Property and equipment, net			617,203				780,800
Lease right of use asset			3,707,771				4,045,222
Intangible assets, net			6,098,664				7,336,348
Goodwill			5,811,578				5,811,578
Other long-term assets			489,700				483,288
Total assets		$	58,598,774			$	51,300,499
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Accounts payable		$	14,033,887			$	12,633,658
Accrued expenses			22,594,181				16,175,702
Current portion of deferred revenue			2,269,718				2,009,343
Current portion of lease liabilities			600,819				638,258
Total current liabilities			39,498,605				31,456,961
NONCURRENT LIABILITIES
Lease liabilities, net of current portion			3,874,080				4,114,516
Contingent consideration			6,900				6,900
Deferred revenue, net of current portion			1,059,922				1,027,770
Deferred tax liabilities, net			138,077				16,923
Total liabilities			44,577,584				36,623,070
Commitments and contingencies (Note 14)			-				-
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value; 10,000,000 shares
authorized; 2,045,714 shares issued and none outstanding			-				-
Common stock, $0.001 par value; 30,000,000 shares
authorized; 9,485,508 and 8,893,220 shares
issued and outstanding, respectively			9,487				8,894
Additional paid-in capital			102,676,148				102,151,381
Accumulated other comprehensive loss			(363,835	)			(334,899	)
Accumulated deficit			(88,300,610	)			(87,147,947	)
Total stockholders' equity			14,021,190				14,677,429
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity		$	58,598,774			$	51,300,499

WIDEPOINT CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

		THREE MONTHS ENDED								SIX MONTHS ENDED
		JUNE 30,								JUNE 30,
		2024				2023				2024				2023
		(Unaudited)
REVENUES		$	36,040,771			$	26,762,857			$	70,248,050			$	52,036,538
COST OF REVENUES (including amortization and depreciation of
$654,122, $508,025, $1,231,027, and $1,010,585, respectively)			31,147,549				22,853,220				60,688,937				44,316,961
GROSS PROFIT			4,893,222				3,909,637				9,559,113				7,719,577
OPERATING EXPENSES
Sales and marketing			559,926				542,172				1,171,819				1,063,850
General and administrative expenses (including share-based
compensation of $365,958, $95,454, $783,741 and $235,570, respectively)			4,542,769				3,830,513				8,991,252				7,741,333
Depreciation and amortization			252,112				263,684				508,646				529,527
Total operating expenses			5,354,807				4,636,369				10,671,717				9,334,710
LOSS FROM OPERATIONS			(461,585	)			(726,732	)			(1,112,604	)			(1,615,133	)
OTHER (EXPENSE) INCOME
Interest income			51,725				9,245				101,151				11,441
Interest expense			(72,331	)			(56,910	)			(131,068	)			(115,688	)
Other (expense) income, net			(1,534	)			(18,864	)			(36,405	)			(19,058	)
Total other (expense) income, net			(22,140	)			(66,529	)			(66,322	)			(123,305	)
LOSS BEFORE INCOME TAX (BENEFIT) PROVISION			(483,725	)			(793,261	)			(1,178,926	)			(1,738,438	)
INCOME TAX (BENEFIT) PROVISION			15,828				48,812				(26,263	)			55,114
NET LOSS		$	(499,553	)		$	(842,073	)		$	(1,152,663	)		$	(1,793,552	)
EARNINGS PER SHARE, BASIC AND DILUTED		$	(0.05	)		$	(0.10	)		$	(0.13	)		$	(0.20	)
WEIGHTED-AVERAGE SHARES OUTSTANDING, BASIC AND DILUTED			9,390,154				8,794,704				9,151,265				8,767,163
DILUTED EARNINGS PER SHARE		$	(0.05	)		$	(0.10	)		$	(0.13	)		$	(0.20	)
DILUTED WEIGHTED-AVERAGE SHARES OUTSTANDING			9,390,154				8,794,704				9,151,265				8,767,163

WIDEPOINT CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

		SIX MONTHS ENDED
		JUNE 30,
		2024				2023
		(Unaudited)
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net loss		$	(1,152,663	)		$	(1,793,552	)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by
(used in) operating activities:
Deferred income tax expense			117,700				-
Depreciation expense			516,833				532,557
Provision for credit losses			13,725				34,037
Amortization of intangibles			1,223,491				1,007,555
Share-based compensation expense			783,741				235,570
Loss on disposal of fixed assets			-				3,211
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable and unbilled receivables			(11,774,202	)			(2,158,825	)
Inventories			82,917				(85,066	)
Other current assets			(511,277	)			(54,040	)
Other assets			(6,412	)			27,161
Accounts payable and accrued expenses			7,856,266				2,197,714
Income tax payable			(90,629	)			25,535
Deferred revenue and other liabilities			303,130				1,049,118
Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities			(2,637,380	)			1,020,975
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Purchases of property and equipment			(18,001	)			(103,014	)
Capitalized hardware and software development costs			-				(614,914	)
Proceeds from beneficial interest in sold receivables			259,125				143,116
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities			241,124				(574,812	)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Advances on bank line of credit			4,600,000				6,493,284
Repayments of bank line of credit advances			(4,600,000	)			(6,493,284	)
Principal repayments under finance lease obligations			(278,574	)			(255,436	)
Withholding taxes paid on behalf of employees on net settled restricted stock awards			(258,381	)			(3,628	)
Net cash used in financing activities			(536,955	)			(259,064	)
Net effect of exchange rate on cash			12,950				57,150
NET (DECREASE) INCREASE IN CASH			(2,920,261	)			244,249
CASH, beginning of period			6,921,160				7,530,864
CASH, end of period		$	4,000,899			$	7,775,113

SOURCE: WidePoint Corporation

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FAQ

What was WidePoint's (WYY) revenue for Q2 2024?

WidePoint (WYY) reported revenues of $36 million for Q2 2024, representing a 35% increase from the same quarter last year.

How much was the contract modification awarded to WidePoint (WYY) by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security?

WidePoint (WYY) was awarded a $254 million contract modification by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, increasing the ceiling of the Cellular Wireless Management Services 2.0 contract from $500 million to $754 million.

What was WidePoint's (WYY) Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2024?

WidePoint's (WYY) Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2024 was $811,000, a 479% improvement from the same quarter last year.

What was WidePoint's (WYY) net loss per share for Q2 2024?

WidePoint (WYY) reported a net loss of $(0.05) per diluted share for Q2 2024, compared to $(0.10) per diluted share in the same period last year.

How much cash did WidePoint (WYY) have as of June 30, 2024?

As of June 30, 2024, WidePoint (WYY) had $4.0 million in cash with no bank debt.