Codere Online Luxembourg, S.A. (NASDAQ:CDRO) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript February 20, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Guillermo Lancha - Head of Investor Relations Aviv Sher - Chief Executive Officer Oscar Iglesias - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Jeffrey Stantial - Stifel Ryan Sigdahl - Craig-Hallum Capital Group Michael Kupinski - Noble Capital Markets Operator Good morning and welcome to Codere Online Fourth Quarter 2024 Results Conference Call. All lines have been placed ...

Core Insights - Codere Online reported a solid financial performance for Q4 2024, with net gaming revenue reaching €52.6 million, a 5% increase compared to Q4 2023 [2][4] - The company achieved a full-year net gaming revenue of nearly €212 million, exceeding its initial outlook of €185-200 million [4][10] - For 2025, Codere Online anticipates net gaming revenue of €220-230 million and Adjusted EBITDA of €10-15 million [4][10] Financial Performance - Q4 2024 net gaming revenue by region: - Spain: €22.8 million, up 10% from Q4 2023 - Mexico: €25.1 million, flat compared to Q4 2023 - Other regions: €4.6 million, up 10% from Q4 2023 - Total: €52.6 million, up 5% from Q4 2023 [2][4] - Full-year 2024 net gaming revenue by region: - Spain: €87.7 million, up 16% from 2023 - Mexico: €106.6 million, up 30% from 2023 - Other regions: €17.3 million, up 19% from 2023 - Total: €211.6 million, up 23% from 2023 [2][4] Operational Metrics - Average Monthly Active Players (000s) for Q4 2024: - Spain: 48.7, up 3% from Q4 2023 - Mexico: 68.9, up 17% from Q4 2023 - Other regions: 29.8, down 9% from Q4 2023 - Total: 147.5, up 6% from Q4 2023 [2][4] - Full-year 2024 average monthly active players: - Spain: 49.7, up 17% from 2023 - Mexico: 64.4, up 23% from 2023 - Other regions: 30.8, down 8% from 2023 - Total: 144.9, up 13% from 2023 [2][4] Future Outlook - The company plans to implement a share buyback program of up to $5.0 million, subject to shareholder approval, reflecting confidence in future cash flow generation [4][10] - Codere Online is assessing the impact of a new 19% value-added tax on online deposits in Colombia, effective February 21, 2025 [10]

Core Points - Codere Online has received approval from the Nasdaq Hearings Panel to continue its listing on Nasdaq, contingent upon the filing of its 2023 Annual Report by May 12, 2025 [1][2] - The Panel's decision follows a hearing on January 16, 2025, where the Company presented its plan to regain compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) [2] - The Company is working with a new auditor to complete the 2023 Annual Report and expects to meet the deadline set by the Panel [2] - Codere Online will release its fourth quarter 2024 results on February 20, 2025, followed by a conference call to discuss the results and provide a business update [3][4] Company Overview - Codere Online, launched in 2014, is a leading online gaming operator in Spain and Latin America, offering online sports betting and casino services [5] - The Company operates in key markets including Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Panama, and Argentina, supported by Codere Group's physical presence in these regions [5]

Group 1 - Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Codere Online Luxembourg, S.A. regarding potential securities fraud or unlawful business practices by the company and its officers [1] - On December 27, 2024, Codere disclosed that Marcum LLP resigned as its independent registered public accounting firm due to their inability to complete certain audit procedures, which led to a 3.84% drop in Codere's share price, closing at $6.77 [2] - Pomerantz LLP is recognized for its expertise in corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation, having recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards for victims of securities fraud and corporate misconduct [3]

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, increased to €102,108 thousand, up 36.8% from €74,635 thousand in the same period of 2023[4] - Operating income for the period was €1,629 thousand, a significant improvement compared to an operating loss of €11,307 thousand in the prior year[4] - Net income for the period was a loss of €251 thousand, an improvement from a loss of €325 thousand in the same period last year[5] - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was €102,108 thousand, an increase of 36.9% compared to €74,635 thousand for the same period in 2023[67] - Operating income for the group was €1,629 thousand for the first half of 2024, compared to a loss of €11,307 thousand in the same period of 2023[67] - Net income for the period was a loss of €251 thousand, a significant improvement from a loss of €325 thousand in the first half of 2023[67] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets decreased to €71,776 thousand as of June 30, 2024, down from €74,152 thousand at the end of 2023, primarily due to a reduction in current assets[2] - Current liabilities decreased to €46,684 thousand from €52,105 thousand at the end of 2023, indicating improved liquidity management[2] - Total liabilities decreased from €47,000 thousand as of December 31, 2023, to €41,517 thousand as of June 30, 2024, primarily due to a reduction in trade payables[12] - Current assets as of June 30, 2024, totaled €62,033 thousand, compared to €65,280 thousand as of December 31, 2023, reflecting a decrease of 4.3%[69] - Total assets increased to €71,776 thousand as of June 30, 2024, from €74,152 thousand as of December 31, 2023, indicating a decrease of 5.0%[69] - Equity attributable to equity holders of the parent was €18,930 thousand as of June 30, 2024, down from €21,639 thousand at the end of 2023, a decline of 12.5%[69] Cash Flow and Financial Position - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were €40,433 thousand, down from €41,278 thousand at the beginning of the period[7] - The company reported a net cash used in operating activities of €237 thousand, an improvement from €5,528 thousand used in the same period last year[7] - Cash and cash equivalents were €40,433 thousand as of June 30, 2024, compared to €41,278 thousand as of December 31, 2023[74] - Current borrowings at amortized cost decreased to €4,680 thousand as of June 30, 2024, from €5,105 thousand as of December 31, 2023[88] Operational Highlights - The company is focused on expanding its online gambling operations in Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Panama, and Argentina[9] - Codere Online is exploring new product developments and technological advancements to enhance its service offerings in the online gambling sector[9] - Online sports betting revenue reached €44,359 thousand, up 22% from €36,296 thousand year-over-year, while online casino wagering increased by 50% to €57,709 thousand from €38,339 thousand[105] - The geographical breakdown of revenues showed significant growth in Mexico, with revenues rising to €49,187 thousand from €31,959 thousand year-over-year, representing a 54% increase[106] Risks and Compliance - Codere Online is exposed to liquidity risk due to potential mismatches between financing needs and sources, including cash on balance sheet and future cash flows[128] - The company has a credit risk exposure primarily related to trade receivables and current financial assets, with no significant exposure to any single counterparty[131] - Codere Online's financial systems currently rely significantly on human intervention, and efforts are being made to reduce this reliance[124] - The company is subject to various market risks, including exchange rate risk, as its functional currency is the euro, affecting its financial assets and liabilities denominated in other currencies[125][129] - Codere Online's expected credit loss is estimated based on external risk parameters, with a loss given default of 100%[132] - The company has faced certain contingencies involving litigation and compliance, which could impact its financial condition[133] Corporate Governance - Codere Online's Board of Directors underwent changes, with new appointments made in April and June 2024, including the appointment of Daniel Valdez and Gonzaga Higuero[138][140] - The company is in advanced discussions to appoint a new independent registered public accounting firm following the resignation of Marcum due to IT control deficiencies[170] Recapitalization and Future Outlook - The company completed a recapitalization on October 15, 2024, converting over €1.2 billion of debt into equity and receiving a €60 million cash injection, reducing its debt to €190 million, approximately 0.5 times its EBITDA for 2023[167] - Codere Online's management believes the company has adequate resources to continue operations for the next twelve months, supported by a recapitalization completed on October 15, 2024[18]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that Codere Online (NASDAQ: CDRO) shares were upgraded from Hold to Buy due to impressive growth and profitability that the market has not fully recognized [1] - The analyst focuses on undercovered companies, maintaining a watchlist of over 50 companies across sectors such as technology, software, electronics, and energy transition [1] - The analyst has over 7 years of personal investment experience and aims to identify asymmetric investment opportunities for achieving market-beating returns [1]

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