Backblaze (BLZE) Q2 2025 Earnings Call August 07, 2025 08:00 AM ET Speaker0Thank you for standing by. My name is Danica, and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to the Backblaze Second Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Call. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After the speakers' remarks, there will be a question and answer session.Thank you. I would now like to turn the call over to Mimi Kong, Head of IR. Please go ahead ...

Q2 2025 Results Gleb Budman CEO and Co-Founder Backblaze Marc Suidan CFO August 7, 2025 Backblaze ©2024 Confidential | 1 Important Information About This Presentation Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This presentation contains forward-looking statements, which involve risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements are generally identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, including the terms "anticipate," "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," ...

Part I [Part I - Financial Information](index=5&type=section&id=Part%20I%20-%20Financial%20Information) [Item 1. Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)](index=5&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements%20(Unaudited)) The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements present Backblaze's financial position, operations, and cash flows, highlighting a 16% revenue increase, improved gross margin, and narrowed net loss [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) Total assets increased to **$186.0 million** as of June 30, 2025, driven by property and equipment, while total liabilities and stockholders' equity also rose Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet Data (in thousands) | Account | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Assets** | | | | Cash and cash equivalents | $32,187 | $45,776 | | Total current assets | $64,453 | $65,748 | | Property and equipment, net | $49,938 | $42,949 | | Total assets | $186,045 | $168,558 | | **Liabilities & Stockholders' Equity** | | | | Total current liabilities | $59,914 | $59,803 | | Total liabilities | $106,403 | $90,936 | | Total stockholders' equity | $79,642 | $77,622 | | Total liabilities and stockholders' equity | $186,045 | $168,558 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss](index=6&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations%20and%20Comprehensive%20Loss) Q2 2025 revenue grew **16%** to **$36.3 million**, with gross profit up **34%** and gross margin expanding to **63%**, significantly narrowing the net loss Statement of Operations Highlights (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | Q2 2025 | Q2 2024 | Six Months 2025 | Six Months 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | $36,298 | $31,285 | $70,911 | $61,253 | | Gross Profit | $23,041 | $17,229 | $42,297 | $33,040 | | Loss from operations | $(6,717) | $(9,809) | $(15,637) | $(20,319) | | Net loss | $(7,097) | $(10,348) | $(16,421) | $(21,401) | | Net loss per share | $(0.13) | $(0.25) | $(0.30) | $(0.52) | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Changes%20in%20Stockholders'%20Equity) Total stockholders' equity increased to **$79.6 million** by June 30, 2025, driven by stock-based compensation and option exercises, partially offset by net loss - The accumulated deficit grew to **$(212.4) million** as of June 30, 2025, from **$(196.0) million** at the end of 2024, reflecting the net loss for the period[20](index=20&type=chunk) [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=9&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Net cash provided by operating activities improved to **$8.5 million** for the first six months of 2025, though overall cash and equivalents decreased by **$13.6 million** due to investing and financing activities Cash Flow Summary (in thousands) | Activity | Six Months Ended June 30, 2025 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $8,488 | $5,643 | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(14,689) | $(4,942) | | Net cash used in financing activities | $(7,388) | $(3,376) | | **Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents** | **$(13,589)** | **$(2,675)** | [Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)](index=10&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements%20(Unaudited)) Notes detail accounting policies, including a change in equipment useful life, strong B2 Cloud Storage revenue growth, a new **$20 million** credit facility, and a **$10 million** share repurchase program - Effective April 1, 2025, the company extended the estimated useful lives of its data center equipment to a uniform **6 years**, reducing depreciation expense by approximately **$2.4 million** for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025[32](index=32&type=chunk)[33](index=33&type=chunk) Revenue by Product (in thousands) | Product | Q2 2025 | Q2 2024 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | B2 Cloud Storage | $19,841 | $15,415 | 28.7% | | Computer Backup | $16,457 | $15,870 | 3.7% | | **Total revenue** | **$36,298** | **$31,285** | **16.0%** | - In June 2025, the company entered into a new **$20.0 million** senior secured revolving credit facility with Citizens Bank, N.A., maturing in June 2027[74](index=74&type=chunk) - In August 2025, the company announced a share repurchase program to purchase up to **$10.0 million** of its common stock through August 1, 2026, intended to be cash neutral by using proceeds from employee stock option exercises and ESPP purchases[109](index=109&type=chunk) [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=29&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses the strategic shift to up-market, **16%** revenue growth driven by B2 Cloud Storage, improved gross margin and non-GAAP metrics, and solid liquidity with a new **$20 million** credit facility [Overview](index=29&type=section&id=MD%26A%20Overview) Backblaze is transforming its go-to-market strategy to target up-market enterprise and AI customers with new product launches, serving over **500,000** customers globally - The company is actively moving up-market, evidenced by signing multiple deals with total contract values over **$1.0 million** each[117](index=117&type=chunk) - Recent product launches include B2 Overdrive, a premium high-throughput storage solution for AI/ML workloads, and a suite of enterprise cybersecurity features to expand the addressable market[118](index=118&type=chunk) [Key Business Metrics](index=31&type=section&id=Key%20Business%20Metrics) Total Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) reached **$145.9 million** as of June 30, 2025, driven by **29%** growth in B2 Cloud Storage ARR, with overall NRR at **109%** Key Business Metrics as of June 30 | Metric | 2025 | 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Company** | | | | Net revenue retention rate | 109% | 114% | | Gross customer retention rate | 90% | 90% | | Annual recurring revenue (in millions) | $145.9 | $126.3 | | **B2 Cloud Storage** | | | | Net revenue retention rate | 112% | 126% | | Annual recurring revenue (in millions) | $80.7 | $62.8 | | **Computer Backup** | | | | Net revenue retention rate | 106% | 105% | | Annual recurring revenue (in millions) | $65.2 | $63.5 | - The decrease in the NRR for B2 Cloud Storage is largely attributed to lapping the impact of the October 2023 price increase[129](index=129&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=35&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Q2 2025 revenue grew **16%** to **$36.3 million**, with gross margin expanding to **63%** due to extended asset life, leading to a reduced operating loss - The **16%** YoY revenue growth in Q2 2025 was primarily driven by a **$4.4 million (29%)** increase in B2 Cloud Storage revenue, stemming from higher usage by existing customers and sales to new customers[154](index=154&type=chunk)[155](index=155&type=chunk)[156](index=156&type=chunk) - Gross margin improved to **63%** in Q2 2025 from **55%** in Q2 2024, with the extension of infrastructure equipment's useful life contributing **7 percentage points** to the margin improvement for the quarter[159](index=159&type=chunk) - Sales and Marketing expenses decreased by **$0.8 million (7%)** in Q2 2025 compared to Q2 2024, due to reduced headcount and more efficient, targeted marketing efforts[161](index=161&type=chunk)[163](index=163&type=chunk) [Non-GAAP Financial Measures](index=39&type=section&id=Non-GAAP%20Financial%20Measures) Non-GAAP financial performance improved significantly, with Adjusted Gross Margin at **79%** and Adjusted EBITDA more than doubling to **$6.6 million (18% margin)** in Q2 2025 Reconciliation to Adjusted EBITDA (in thousands) | Metric | Q2 2025 | Q2 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net loss and comprehensive loss | $(7,097) | $(10,348) | | Adjustments (Depreciation, Stock-Comp, etc.) | $13,703 | $13,091 | | **Adjusted EBITDA** | **$6,610** | **$2,743** | | **Adjusted EBITDA Margin** | **18%** | **9%** | Reconciliation to Adjusted Free Cash Flow (in thousands) | Metric | Six Months 2025 | Six Months 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $8,488 | $5,643 | | Capital expenditures | $(5,471) | $(7,522) | | Principal payments on finance leases | $(9,277) | $(9,711) | | Other adjustments | $242 | $0 | | **Adjusted Free Cash Flow** | **$(6,018)** | **$(11,590)** | | **Adjusted Free Cash Flow Margin** | **(8)%** | **(19)%** | [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=42&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) Liquidity as of June 30, 2025, totaled **$50.5 million** in cash and marketable securities, supplemented by a new **$20.0 million** revolving credit facility, deemed sufficient for the next 12 months - Principal sources of liquidity as of June 30, 2025, were cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities totaling **$50.5 million**[181](index=181&type=chunk) - On June 4, 2025, the company entered into a new **$20.0 million** senior secured revolving credit facility with Citizens Bank, N.A., which was undrawn as of June 30, 2025[184](index=184&type=chunk)[187](index=187&type=chunk) - In August 2025, the company announced a new share repurchase program of up to **$10 million**, intended to be funded by proceeds from employee stock exercises to be cash neutral[196](index=196&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=46&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company's market risk exposures are primarily interest rates and foreign currency, both considered minimal due to short-term investments and U.S. dollar-denominated sales - Interest rate risk primarily relates to future finance lease arrangements, with a **100 basis point** change not expected to materially affect financial position due to the short-term nature of investments[212](index=212&type=chunk) - Foreign currency risk is considered minimal as most sales are denominated in U.S. dollars, despite some expenses in foreign currencies[213](index=213&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=46&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management, including the CEO and CFO, concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2025, with no material changes to internal control over financial reporting - Management, including the CEO and CFO, concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the period covered by this report (June 30, 2025)[216](index=216&type=chunk) - No changes in internal control over financial reporting occurred during the quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, these controls[217](index=217&type=chunk) Part II [Part II - Other Information](index=48&type=section&id=Part%20II%20-%20Other%20Information) [Item 1. Legal Proceedings](index=48&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is not currently involved in any legal proceedings expected to have a material adverse effect on its business or financial condition - From time to time, the company may be involved in legal proceedings in the ordinary course of business, but it is not presently a party to any that are considered material[220](index=220&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=48&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) This section details numerous risks, including cumulative losses, intense competition, service disruptions, cybersecurity threats, and reliance on third-party vendors for critical infrastructure - The company has a history of cumulative losses (**$212.4 million** accumulated deficit as of June 30, 2025) and does not expect to be profitable for the foreseeable future due to continued investments in scaling the business[223](index=223&type=chunk) - The markets for cloud services are intensely competitive, with major competitors like AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure having significantly greater resources, brand recognition, and broader service offerings[224](index=224&type=chunk) - The business relies on third-party vendors for critical components and services, including data centers and hard drives from limited sources, exposing it to potential supply chain and service disruptions[272](index=272&type=chunk) - Cybersecurity attacks, data breaches, or other system disruptions could damage the company's reputation, harm the business, and lead to significant costs and liabilities[225](index=225&type=chunk)[229](index=229&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=73&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) The company reported no unregistered sales of equity securities, no use of proceeds from registered securities, and no purchases of its equity securities during the period - There were no unregistered sales of equity securities during the reporting period[324](index=324&type=chunk) [Item 5. Other Information](index=73&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) CEO Gleb Budman terminated a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan on May 5, 2025 - CEO Gleb Budman terminated a previously adopted Rule 10b5-1 trading plan on May 5, 2025[327](index=327&type=chunk) [Item 6. Exhibits](index=74&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists exhibits filed with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, including officer certifications and Interactive Data Files (XBRL) - The report includes certifications from the Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer as required by Sections 302 and 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act[329](index=329&type=chunk) Signatures - The report was duly signed on August 7, 2025, by Gleb Budman, Chief Executive Officer, and Marc Suidan, Chief Financial Officer[333](index=333&type=chunk)

Exhibit 99.1 Backblaze Announces Strong Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results 29% Revenue Growth in B2 Cloud Storage, 16% Revenue Growth Overall in Q2 2025 San Mateo, CA (August 7, 2025)—Backblaze, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLZE), the cloud storage innovator delivering a modern alternative to traditional cloud providers, today announced results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2025. "We're pleased with our continued strong quarterly performance, with B2 revenue growth accelerating from 23% to 29% sequentially and ...

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Core Viewpoint - Backblaze, Inc. (BLZE) shows significant potential for upside, with a mean price target of $10.83 indicating a 90% upside from the current price of $5.70 [1] Price Targets - The average price target consists of six estimates ranging from a low of $8 to a high of $14, with a standard deviation of $1.94, suggesting a variability in analyst estimates [2] - The lowest estimate indicates a potential increase of 40.4%, while the highest suggests a 145.6% upside [2] Analyst Sentiment - Analysts exhibit strong agreement regarding BLZE's ability to report better earnings than previously predicted, which supports the view of potential upside [4] - Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has increased by 4%, with four estimates moving higher and no negative revisions [12] Zacks Rank - BLZE holds a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy), placing it in the top 20% of over 4,000 ranked stocks based on earnings estimates [13] - This rank, along with a strong externally-audited track record, serves as a conclusive indicator of the stock's potential upside in the near term [13] Caution on Price Targets - While price targets are a common metric for investors, relying solely on them may not be wise due to the questionable ability and unbiasedness of analysts in setting these targets [3][7] - Analysts often set overly optimistic price targets influenced by business relationships, which can lead to inflated estimates [8]

Core Viewpoint - Rosen Law Firm is investigating potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Backblaze, Inc. due to allegations of materially misleading business information issued by the company [1]. Group 1: Investigation Details - The investigation is prompted by a report from Morpheus Research, which accused Backblaze of financial missteps and questionable accounting practices since its IPO in November 2021 [3]. - Following the release of the Morpheus Research report, Backblaze's stock experienced a decline of 2.1% on April 24, 2025 [3]. Group 2: Class Action Information - Shareholders who purchased Backblaze securities may be entitled to compensation through a class action lawsuit, with no out-of-pocket fees due to a contingency fee arrangement [2]. - Interested investors can join the class action by submitting a form or contacting the Rosen Law Firm directly [2]. Group 3: Rosen Law Firm's Credentials - The Rosen Law Firm has a strong track record in securities class actions, having achieved significant settlements, including the largest securities class action settlement against a Chinese company at the time [4]. - The firm has consistently ranked among the top firms for securities class action settlements and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors [4].

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Core Viewpoint - Backblaze, Inc. (BLZE) shares have increased by 13.4% in the past four weeks, closing at $5.32, with a potential upside indicated by Wall Street analysts' price targets suggesting a mean estimate of $10.83, representing a 103.6% upside [1] Price Targets - The average price targets from analysts range from a low of $8 to a high of $14, with a standard deviation of $1.94, indicating variability in estimates; the lowest estimate suggests a 50.4% increase, while the highest points to a 163.2% upside [2] - A low standard deviation among price targets suggests a high degree of agreement among analysts regarding the stock's price movement direction [9] Earnings Estimates - Analysts have shown increasing optimism about BLZE's earnings prospects, with a strong consensus in revising EPS estimates higher, which correlates with potential stock price increases [11] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has risen by 3.3% over the past month, with four estimates increasing and no negative revisions [12] Zacks Rank - BLZE holds a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy), placing it in the top 20% of over 4,000 ranked stocks based on earnings estimate factors, indicating a strong potential upside in the near term [13]