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Harte Hanks(HHS) - 2025 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2025-11-12 14:13
Revenue Performance - Revenue for the three months ended September 30, 2025, decreased by $8.1 million, or 17.0%, to $39.5 million compared to the same period in 2024, attributed to reductions across all three segments [110]. - For the nine months ended September 30, 2025, revenue decreased by $18.4 million, or 13.3%, to $119.7 million compared to the same period in 2024, due to decreased revenue in all segments [116]. - Marketing Services segment revenue decreased by $4.4 million, or 33.4%, to $8.826 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025, compared to $13.255 million in the prior year [127]. - Customer Care segment revenue decreased by $1.5 million, or 11.6%, to $11.553 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025, primarily due to timing fluctuations [130]. - Fulfillment & Logistics Services segment revenue decreased by $2.2 million, or 10.2%, to $19.141 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025, due to lower volume from existing customers [133]. Operating Income and Expenses - Operating income for the three months ended September 30, 2025, was $509,000, down 73.2% from $1.9 million in the same quarter of 2024 [109]. - Operating expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2025, were $39.0 million, a decrease of $6.7 million, or 14.7%, from $45.7 million in the prior year [111]. - Operating income for the Marketing Services segment decreased by $0.9 million, or 36.9%, to $1.535 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025 [128]. - Customer Care segment operating income decreased by $1.4 million, or 57.9%, to $1.037 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025 [131]. - Fulfillment & Logistics Services segment operating income increased by $0.6 million, or 57.4%, to $1.690 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025 [133]. - Operating expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, were $119.2 million, a decrease of $15.3 million, or 11.3%, from $134.5 million in the prior year [117]. - Labor expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, decreased by $10.7 million, or 15.2%, to $59.6 million due to adjustments in workforce aligned with revenue reductions [118]. Cash and Financing - Cash and cash equivalents were $6.5 million as of September 30, 2025, down from $9.9 million at December 31, 2024 [135]. - Net cash used in operating activities was $2.5 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, compared to $7.0 million for the same period in 2024 [137]. - The Company had the ability to borrow up to $24.0 million under its Credit Facility as of September 30, 2025 [146]. - The Credit Facility interest rate was 6.49% as of September 30, 2025, with a maturity date extended to June 30, 2028 [143]. Tax and Restructuring - The effective tax rate for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was (329.8)%, a decrease of 352.6% compared to the same period in 2024, primarily due to income earned in foreign jurisdictions [122]. - Restructuring charges related to the business transformation for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, were $0.5 million and $1.5 million, respectively [107]. - The company expects reorganization savings from "Project Elevate" to be approximately $16.0 million from 2024 to 2026 [106]. - The company initiated "Project Elevate" to optimize operations and reinvest savings into sales, marketing, and technology [106].
Harte Hanks(HHS) - 2025 Q3 - Quarterly Results
2025-11-10 21:34
David Garrison, Chief Financial Officer, added, "Our extended credit facility and cost discipline efforts provide flexibility to navigate program turnover from a position of strength. We expect Q4 to reflect the benefit of new business and client expansions now progressing through implementation. We remain focused on driving long-term margin improvement and prudent capital allocation to enhance shareholder value." Exhibit 99.1 Harte Hanks Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results Highlights Strong Pipeline Repleni ...
Harte Hanks Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results
Accessnewswire· 2025-11-10 21:05
Core Insights - Harte Hanks reported a net loss of $2.3 million for Q3 2025, compared to a net income of $0.1 million in Q3 2024, reflecting challenges in revenue generation and program transitions [4][6][13] - The company is optimistic about future growth, particularly in its Customer Care segment, bolstered by a new partnership with Samsung Electronics America [3][7][8] Financial Performance - Revenue for Q3 2025 was $39.5 million, down from $47.6 million in Q3 2024, attributed to timing and transitions in legacy customer contracts [4][6] - Operating expenses decreased by 14.7% year-over-year to $39.0 million, down from $45.7 million in Q3 2024, due to strategic cost improvements [4][6] - EBITDA for Q3 2025 was approximately $1.7 million, with Adjusted EBITDA at $2.4 million, compared to $2.9 million and $4.1 million in Q3 2024, respectively [4][6][13] Segment Performance - Customer Care segment revenues were $11.6 million, an 11.6% decline from $13.1 million in Q3 2024, with segment EBITDA at approximately $1.1 million [13] - Marketing Services segment revenues were $8.8 million, reflecting a 33.4% decline from $13.3 million in Q3 2024, with segment EBITDA at approximately $1.8 million [13] - Fulfillment & Logistics Services segment revenues were $19.1 million, a 10.2% decrease from $21.3 million in Q3 2024, but segment EBITDA improved to $2.3 million from $1.3 million in the prior year [13] Outlook and Strategy - The company expects positive EBITDA for the full year 2025, driven by ongoing cost reductions and operational efficiencies [6][8] - Management is focused on replenishing the business development pipeline with new client opportunities and expansions, anticipating improvements in Q4 2025 [6][8] - The partnership with Samsung is seen as a significant milestone, indicating a shift towards higher-value, technology-enabled service delivery [3][7] Balance Sheet and Liquidity - As of September 30, 2025, Harte Hanks had $6.5 million in cash and cash equivalents, with no outstanding debt and up to $24 million available under its credit facility [8][21] - The company amended its credit facility to extend maturity to June 30, 2028, enhancing its financial flexibility [4][8]
Harte Hanks Partners with Samsung to Open Dedicated Customer Care Center in Greenville, SC; Supporting 150+ Jobs
Accessnewswire· 2025-10-21 21:05
Core Insights - Harte Hanks has opened a new Customer Care center in Greenville, South Carolina, in collaboration with Samsung Electronics America [1] - This initiative is expected to create over 150 new jobs in the Greenville community [1] Company Overview - Harte Hanks is a leading global customer experience company with over 100 years of experience in connecting companies with their customers [1] - Samsung Electronics America is recognized for its advancements in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, enterprise solutions, and innovative network systems [1] Economic Impact - The establishment of the Customer Care center will contribute positively to the local economy by providing employment opportunities [1]
Harte Hanks(HHS) - 2025 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2025-08-08 20:44
Revenue Performance - Revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2025, decreased by $6.4 million, or 14.2%, to $38.6 million compared to the same period in 2024[108] - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2025, decreased by $10.3 million, or 11.4%, to $80.2 million compared to the same period in 2024[114] - The Marketing Services segment revenue decreased by $3.5 million, or 28.7%, for the three months ended June 30, 2025, due to customer turnover and reduced client spending[122] - Customer Care segment revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2025, decreased by $0.5 million, or 4.4%, compared to the same period in 2024, primarily due to timing fluctuations with specific programs[125] - Fulfillment & Logistics Services segment revenue decreased by $2.4 million, or 11.6%, for the three months ended June 30, 2025, primarily due to lower volume from existing customers[128] Operating Expenses - Operating expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2025, were $38.6 million, a decrease of $5.1 million, or 11.6%, from $43.7 million in the prior year[109] - Operating expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2025, were $80.2 million, a decrease of $8.5 million, or 9.6%, from $88.7 million in the prior year[115] - Labor expenses decreased by $6.9 million, or 15.0%, in the six months ended June 30, 2025, primarily due to adjustments in workforce in response to lower revenue[116] Net Loss and Income - The net loss for the three months ended June 30, 2025, was $335,000, compared to a net loss of $27.8 million in the same period of 2024[107] - Operating income for the Customer Care segment was $1.6 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025, down from $2.3 million in the same period in 2024, reflecting a decrease of $0.7 million due to higher technology costs[125] - Operating income for the Fulfillment & Logistics Services segment decreased by $0.4 million, or 30.9%, for the three months ended June 30, 2025, primarily due to lower revenue[128] Cash Flow and Liquidity - Cash and cash equivalents were $4.8 million as of June 30, 2025, down from $9.9 million at December 31, 2024[130] - Net cash used in operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was $5.7 million, an increase of $1.6 million compared to $4.1 million for the same period in 2024[132] - Net cash used in investing activities decreased to $0.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025, from $1.2 million in the same period in 2024[133] - The Company had the ability to borrow $24.0 million under its Credit Facility as of June 30, 2025, with no outstanding borrowings at that date[141] - The Credit Facility interest rate was 6.67% as of June 30, 2025, with a maturity extended to June 30, 2028[138] Restructuring and Savings - Project Elevate is expected to generate approximately $16.0 million in reorganization savings from 2024 to 2026[104] - Restructuring charges related to the business transformation effort were $0.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025, and $1.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025[105] Dividends - The Company did not pay any dividends in the three months ended June 30, 2025, and 2024[142] Tax Rate - The effective tax rate for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was 28.7%, an increase of 4.2% from the same period in 2024[119]
Harte Hanks(HHS) - 2025 Q2 - Quarterly Results
2025-08-07 20:23
Exhibit 99.1 Harte Hanks Reports Second Quarter 2025 Results Company Continues to Execute on Long-Term Value Strategy Chelmsford, Massachusetts – August 7, 2025 - Harte Hanks, Inc. (NASDAQ: HHS), a leading global customer experience company focused on bringing companies closer to customers for over 100 years, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Despite top-line headwinds, Harte Hanks delivered another quarter of positive EBITDA, maintained a debt-free balance sheet, ...
Harte Hanks(HHS) - 2025 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2025-05-15 20:26
Revenue Performance - Revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $41.6 million, a decrease of $3.9 million, or 8.6%, compared to $45.4 million in the same period of 2024[102]. - Marketing Services segment revenue decreased by $4.8 million, or 35.3%, to $8.8 million, primarily due to customer loss and reduced demand[103]. - Customer Care segment revenue increased by $0.6 million, or 4.5%, to $13.0 million, driven by increased volume from new customers[112]. - Fulfillment & Logistics Services segment revenue increased by $0.4 million, or 1.8%, to $19.8 million, attributed to higher volume from existing customers[113]. Operating Expenses - Operating expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2025, were $41.6 million, a decrease of $3.5 million, or 7.7%, compared to $45.1 million in the same period of 2024[104]. - Labor expenses decreased by $3.7 million, or 15.7%, primarily due to workforce reductions in the Marketing Services segment[104]. - Restructuring charges for the three months ended March 31, 2025, were $0.8 million, comparable to $0.9 million in the prior year quarter[106]. Cash Flow and Financing - Net cash used in operating activities for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $0.8 million, a significant decrease from $5.7 million in the same period of 2024[116]. - As of March 31, 2025, the company had cash and cash equivalents of $9.0 million and the ability to borrow an additional $24.0 million under its Credit Facility[114]. - The Company entered into a three-year, $25.0 million asset-based revolving credit facility, extended to June 30, 2025[120]. - The Credit Facility allows for loans up to $25.0 million or the amount available under a borrowing base, with $3.0 million available for letters of credit[121]. - The interest rate on the Credit Facility is variable, currently at 6.67% as of March 31, 2025[122]. - As of March 31, 2025, the Company had no borrowings under the Credit Facility but had letters of credit outstanding totaling $1.0 million[125]. - The Company has the ability to borrow $24.0 million under the Credit Facility as of March 31, 2025[126]. Shareholder Returns and Concerns - No dividends were paid during the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024[127]. - A share repurchase program was approved for $6.5 million, but no stock was repurchased during the three months ended March 31, 2025 and 2024[128]. - The Company believes there are no conditions that raise substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern for the next twelve months[129]. - The Company has not engaged in any off-balance sheet financing activities as of March 31, 2025[125]. - The Credit Facility contains covenants that restrict the Company's ability to incur additional debt and engage in certain corporate actions[124].
Harte Hanks(HHS) - 2025 Q1 - Quarterly Results
2025-05-14 20:21
Financial Performance - Total revenues for Q1 2025 were $41.6 million, down 8.6% compared to $45.4 million in Q1 2024[6] - Operating loss was $0.04 million compared to operating income of $0.4 million in the same quarter in the prior year[8] - Net loss was $0.4 million, or $0.05 per basic and diluted share, compared to net loss of $0.2 million, or $0.02 per basic and diluted share, in the prior year quarter[6] - EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $1.0 million compared to $1.4 million in the same period in the prior year[6] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $1,812,000, down 35.8% from $2,826,000 in Q1 2024[22] - Operating income for Q1 2025 was a loss of $40,000, compared to a profit of $375,000 in Q1 2024[22] - The company reported a net loss of $392,000 for Q1 2025, compared to a net loss of $171,000 in Q1 2024[22] - Adjusted operating margin for Q1 2025 was 1.8%, down from 3.9% in Q1 2024[22] Revenue Breakdown - Customer Care segment revenue was $13.0 million, accounting for 31% of total revenue, with a 4.5% increase year-over-year[6] - Fulfillment & Logistics Services segment revenue was $19.8 million, representing 48% of total revenue, with a 1.8% increase year-over-year[6] - Marketing Services segment revenue decreased by $4.8 million or 35.3% compared to the prior year quarter[6] - Revenue for the Marketing Services segment decreased to $8,782,000, a decline of 35.5% compared to $13,583,000 in the same period last year[23] - Contribution margin for the Fulfillment & Logistics segment was $2,572,000, down from $2,380,000 in the previous year[23] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets decreased to $100,585,000 from $101,782,000, a decline of approximately 1.2% year-over-year[21] - Total current liabilities increased to $36,089,000 from $35,137,000, an increase of approximately 2.7% year-over-year[21] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $8,982,000 from $9,934,000, a decline of approximately 9.6% year-over-year[21] - Total stockholders' equity decreased to $21,421,000 from $21,689,000, a decline of approximately 1.2% year-over-year[21] Business Development - Harte Hanks secured several new client engagements across key verticals, including healthcare and technology, indicating new business momentum[3] - The company is committed to expanding lead generation activities and focusing on strategic wins that align with its core capabilities[3]
Harte Hanks(HHS) - 2024 Q4 - Annual Results
2025-03-18 14:29
Revenue Performance - Fourth quarter revenue for 2024 was $47.1 million, a decrease of 4.8% compared to $49.5 million in Q4 2023[4] - Full-year revenue for 2024 was $185.2 million, down 3.3% from $191.5 million in 2023[12] - Total revenues for the year ended December 31, 2024, were $185,242,000, a decrease of 3.7% compared to $191,492,000 in 2023[27] - For the three months ended December 31, 2024, total revenues were $47,129,000, a decrease from $49,491,000 in the same period of 2023, reflecting a decline of 4.8%[28] Net Loss and Earnings - Fourth quarter net loss was $2.4 million, or $0.33 per share, compared to a net loss of $2.0 million, or $0.27 per share, in the prior year[11] - Full-year net loss for 2024 was $30.3 million, or $4.15 per share, compared to a net loss of $1.6 million, or $0.21 per share, in 2023[12] - Net loss for Q4 2024 was $2,434,000, compared to a net loss of $1,977,000 in Q4 2023, representing a 23.1% increase in loss year-over-year[26] Cash and Assets - The company ended 2024 with $9.9 million in cash, down from $18.4 million at the end of 2023, and zero debt[8] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $9,934,000 in 2024 from $18,364,000 in 2023, a decline of 45.9%[25] - Total assets decreased to $101,782,000 in 2024 from $122,757,000 in 2023, reflecting a reduction of 17.0%[25] - Total liabilities decreased to $80,093,000 in 2024 from $102,900,000 in 2023, a decline of 22.1%[25] EBITDA and Operating Income - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2024 was $3.5 million, compared to $5.2 million in Q4 2023[8] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2024 was $3,509,000, down from $5,209,000 in Q4 2023, indicating a decline of 32.6%[26] - EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $6,478,000, compared to $7,596,000 in 2023, indicating a decrease of 14.7%[27] - Operating income for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $2,093,000, down from $3,359,000 in 2023, representing a decline of 37.7%[27] Segment Performance - Customer Care segment revenue was $15.0 million, accounting for 32% of total revenue, with an 18.0% decrease in EBITDA year-over-year[8] - Fulfillment & Logistics Services segment revenue was $20.8 million, representing 44% of total revenue, with a 31.4% decrease in EBITDA[8] - Marketing Services segment revenue was $11.3 million, down 12.1% year-over-year, with EBITDA impacted by a $3.2 million impairment[8] Impairments and Charges - The company reported a goodwill impairment charge of $1,631,000 in Q4 2024, with no such charge in Q4 2023[24] - Impairment charges for goodwill and intangible assets were $3,168,000 for both the year ended December 31, 2024, and 2023[27] Restructuring and Expenses - The company incurred restructuring expenses of $2,402,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $5,687,000 in 2023, indicating a reduction of 57.8%[27] - The company reported an unallocated expense of $21,818,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $20,347,000 in 2023, indicating an increase of 7.2%[27] Strategic Initiatives - The company is focused on Project Elevate to optimize cost structure and streamline operations, with plans to continue these initiatives into 2025[5]
Harte Hanks(HHS) - 2024 Q4 - Annual Report
2025-03-17 21:03
Revenue Concentration - Harte Hanks generated 72.1% of total revenue from its largest 25 clients in 2024, with the largest client accounting for 9.4%[34] - Approximately 72.1% of total revenue for 2024 was generated by the 25 largest clients[56] - The largest client generated 9.4% of total revenues in 2024 and represented 11.9% of total accounts receivable as of December 31, 2024[56] Operational Initiatives - The company expects restructuring cost reductions from "Project Elevate" to total $16.0 million from 2024 to 2026, with restructuring charges of $2.4 million and $5.7 million incurred in 2024 and 2023, respectively[33] - The company initiated "Project Elevate" to optimize operations and is expected to achieve reorganization savings of $16 million from 2024 to 2026[124] - In 2023, the company initiated Project Elevate to transform its operational cost structure and improve agility across business segments[65] Service Offerings - Harte Hanks operates in six service categories: data, marketing, sales, customer care, fulfillment, and logistics, addressing growth and customer experience challenges for B2B and B2C businesses[20] - Harte Hanks supports enterprise-level supply chain management and eCommerce scalability through its logistics services[27] - The company leverages a fleet of over 15,000 trucks for scalable third-party logistics services[34] - Harte Hanks' fulfillment network spans the U.S. and includes capabilities in Europe for efficient international product distribution[29] Technology and Innovation - The company plans to enhance its customer care services by integrating AI technology to reduce customer effort and operational costs[25] - Harte Hanks' proprietary DataView tool provides a 360-degree customer view with over 1,500 attributes for accurate predictive marketing[25] - The company has developed proprietary software, including NexTOUCH and Allink 360, which are integral to its business operations[49] Workforce and Employment - As of December 31, 2024, Harte Hanks employed 1,715 full-time employees and 288 part-time employees, with 1,141 employees based outside of the U.S.[49] - 58% of Harte Hanks' workforce was female as of December 31, 2024[51] - The company focuses on training and talent development, offering various learning opportunities to its employees[50] Financial Performance - Operating revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $185.2 million, a decrease of $6.3 million, or 3.3%, compared to $191.5 million in 2023[125] - Operating expenses decreased by $5.0 million, or 2.6%, to $183.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $188.1 million in 2023[127] - The net loss for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $30.3 million, an increase of 1829.7% compared to a net loss of $1.6 million in 2023[125] - The diluted EPS from operations for 2024 was $(4.15), reflecting an increase of 1834.2% compared to $(0.21) in 2023[125] Market Challenges - The B2B services industry is highly competitive, with significant market share potentially lost to in-house operations or new entrants[57] - The company faces significant competition from rivals with greater financial and technical resources, which may lead to pricing pressures and reduced profit margins[60] - The company is experiencing margin compression due to rising labor costs and higher service charges from third-party providers, which may adversely affect profitability[70] - Inflation and supply chain disruptions have negatively affected the discretionary spending of customers, potentially impacting the company's results of operations[71] Regulatory and Compliance Risks - The company anticipates ongoing proposals and adoptions of new regulations affecting privacy, data protection, and marketing laws, which may impose significant compliance costs and potential fines for violations[81] - Compliance with privacy and data protection laws is costly and time-consuming, with potential penalties for non-compliance that could materially impact business operations[83] - The evolving regulatory landscape surrounding AI technologies may lead to increased operational costs and constraints on development and deployment[86] Financial Position and Liabilities - As of December 31, 2024, the company reported approximately $24.4 million in unfunded pension liabilities, indicating potential future financial obligations[98] - The company had the ability to borrow approximately $24.0 million under its Credit Facility as of December 31, 2024[151] - Total other expenses increased by $34.7 million to $40.0 million, primarily due to $37.5 million in pension termination charges[133] Audit and Financial Reporting - The audit opinion confirmed that the financial statements present fairly the company's financial position and results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2024[203] - The financial statements were prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States[203] - The company has implemented a clawback policy to address potential financial misstatements[97] - The company is currently evaluating the impact of recent accounting pronouncements, including ASU 2023-09 and ASU 2024-03, on its financial disclosures[168][169]