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Microvast (MVST) - 2023 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-11-10 02:40
Financial Data and Key Metrics - Revenue for Q3 2023 was $80.1 million, a 107% increase year-over-year from $38.6 million in Q3 2022, driven by strong demand in Europe and Asia Pacific markets [62][85] - Gross margin improved to 22.3% in Q3 2023 compared to 5.2% in Q3 2022, with adjusted gross margin reaching 24.2%, a 14 percentage point increase year-over-year [4][27] - Adjusted net loss for Q3 2023 was $10.3 million, compared to an adjusted net loss of $17.4 million in Q3 2022, showing progress in narrowing losses [86] - Year-to-date revenue was $202 million, up 45% from $139.7 million in the prior year 9-month period [27] - Adjusted operating expenses year-to-date were $72.8 million, down from $75.1 million in the prior year 9-month period, mainly due to higher share-based compensation in the previous year [10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics - The commercial vehicle business saw a 45% year-to-date revenue growth compared to 2022, driven by strong demand in Europe and Asia Pacific [11][62] - The 53.5 amp hour cell, a key product, is now being produced at over 70% utilization, with a target to reach 90% by year-end [5][29] - The company delivered approximately 100 megawatt hours to JBM Group during the quarter, a major Indian bus OEM [84] - The backlog reached a record $678.7 million, with over 84% of it driven by demand for the 53.5 amp hour cell [4][63] Market Data and Key Metrics - European business showed a 455% year-over-year increase in revenue, accounting for 24% of total revenue in Q3 2023 [106] - The U.S operations are expected to begin meaningful contributions in Q4 2023, with deliveries pushed to early 2024 [87] - The company has a strong presence in South Korea, delivering the 53.5 amp hour Gen 4 pack to Higer Bus for their e-bus platform [8] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - The company is focusing on expanding its gross margins, targeting 20% to 25% adjusted gross margin in Q4 2023 [16][31] - Microvast is rapidly commercializing its 53.5 amp hour cell, with significant progress in yield and utilization, positioning it as a key driver for future growth [5][29] - The company is expanding its U.S operations, with Clarksville Phase 1A expected to start qualified deliveries in Q2 2024, leveraging lessons from the Huzhou Phase 3.1 line [7][81] - Microvast is also investing in a flexible Phase 3.2 line in Huzhou to meet growing demand for both 53.5 amp hour and 48 amp hour cells [70][71] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted the strong demand trajectory for Microvast battery solutions worldwide, with robust customer orders expected to continue into 2024 [90] - The company expects to finalize significant multiyear contracts in Q4 2023, which will further add to the backlog [26] - Management remains confident in achieving high growth in 2024, supported by a record backlog and improving gross margins [32] Other Important Information - The company has $70 million available for further expansion in Huzhou, with $35 million allocated for the Phase 3.2 expansion [71] - Total debt outstanding is $99.5 million, with only $5 million due in Q4 2023 and $40.2 million due by December 2025, all related to China operations [30] - The company is targeting full-year 2023 revenue in the range of $292 million to $302 million, representing 43% to 48% year-over-year growth [72] Q&A Session Summary Question: What factors are contributing to the gross margin improvement, and what are the targeted gross margins? - The improvement in gross margins is driven by better utilization, yield improvements, and favorable raw material prices [15][16] - The company is targeting 20% to 25% adjusted gross margin in Q4 2023 [16] Question: What is the reason for the delay in Clarksville Phase 1A, and how will it impact the ramp-up? - The delay is due to modifications learned from the Huzhou Phase 3.1 line, which will accelerate the ramp-up in Q2 2024 [17][81] Question: Can you comment on the inventory build-up for the 53.5 amp hour cell? - The company is building inventory to meet Q4 revenue guidance and backlog orders for Q1 2024 [120] Question: What is the outlook for the U.S battery storage market? - The U.S battery storage market remains strong, with Clarksville enabling customers to achieve additional domestic content, which is critical for project financing [103] Question: How is the 53.5 amp hour cell impacting customer deals and pricing? - The proven manufacturing consistency and high yields are improving the company's leverage with customers, potentially driving price increases [55]
Microvast (MVST) - 2023 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2023-11-09 23:35
Disclaimer Actual results, performance or achievements may differ materially, and potentially adversely, from any projections and forward-looking statements and the assumptions on which those forward-looking statements are based. All information set forth herein speaks only as of the date hereof and we disclaim any intention or obligation to update any forward-looking statements as a result of developments occurring after the date of this communication. Forecasts and estimates regarding Microvast's industry ...
Microvast (MVST) - 2023 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2023-11-09 19:05
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to________________ Microvast Holdings, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) | Delaware | 001-38826 | 83-2530757 | | --- | -- ...
Microvast (MVST) - 2023 FY - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-09-27 15:00
Microvast (MVST) FY 2023 Annual General Meeting September 27, 2023 10:00 AM ET Speaker0Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the twenty twenty three Annual Meeting of Stockholders of Microvias Holdings Inc. I am Young Wu, Founder, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors of MicroRust. I will act as a Chairman and preside over this meeting. I would also like to welcome the other members, our executive leadership team, who are with me on the call today. Before we begin, I wo ...
Microvast (MVST) - 2023 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2023-08-08 03:17
E-bus Vehicle MpCO-21Ah MV-B/C Gen 3 pack HpCO-53.5Ah MV-B/C Gen 4 pack Highlights Start hybrid truck development with Gen 4 high power battery Partnership reinforced with over 100-unit delivery in Q2 Q2 FINANCIALS 10 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |-------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------|----------|---------------------------------|-----------| | | Three-Months Ended June 30 \n2022 | 2023 | Six-Months Ended June 30 \n2022 | 2023 | | Revenue | 64,414 | 74,953 | 101,0 ...
Microvast (MVST) - 2023 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2023-08-07 22:24
Table of Contents (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) | Delaware | 001-38826 | 83-2530757 | | --- | --- | --- | | (State or other jurisdiction | (Commission File Number) | (IRS Employer | | of incorporation or organization) | | Identification No.) | | 12603 Southwest Freeway, Suite 300 | | | | Stafford, Texas | | 77477 | | (Address Of Principal Executive Offices) | | (Zip Code) | (281) 491-9505 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY R ...
Microvast (MVST) - 2023 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-05-10 02:40
Microvast Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MVST) Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call May 9, 2023 6:00 PM ET Company Participants Monica Gould - Investor Relations Yang Wu - Founder, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Sascha Kelterborn - Chief Revenue Officer Craig Webster - Chief Financial Officer Cassidy Fuller - Investor Relations Conference Call Participants Colin Rusch - Oppenheimer Amit Dayal - H.C. Wainwright Operator Thank you for standing by. This is the conference operator. Welcome to the Microvast ...
Microvast (MVST) - 2023 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2023-05-09 20:33
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to________________ Microvast Holdings, Inc. Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 ...
Microvast (MVST) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-03-17 03:12
Microvast Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MVST) Q4 2022 Earnings Conference Call March 16, 2023 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Cassidy Fuller - Investor Relations Yang Wu - Founder, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Sascha Kelterborn - Chief Revenue Officer Craig Webster - Chief Financial Officer Monica Gould - Investor Relations Conference Call Participants Colin Rusch - Oppenheimer George Gianarikas - Canaccord Genuity Operator Greetings and welcome to the Microvast Holdings’ Fourth Quarter 2022 Ear ...
Microvast (MVST) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2023-03-17 03:12
>3.5x increase in backlog position = 35% revenue growth year over year to $204.5M | --- | --- | --- | |-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| ...