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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 | --- | --- | --- | |-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| ...
Microvast (MVST) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report
2023-03-16 21:03
PART I [Business](index=9&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Business) Microvast is a vertically integrated battery technology company specializing in battery components and systems for electric commercial vehicles and utility-scale energy storage - Microvast is a vertically integrated battery technology company designing, developing, and manufacturing battery components and systems for electric commercial vehicles and utility-scale energy storage systems (ESS)[27](index=27&type=chunk)[30](index=30&type=chunk) Key Financial and Operational Metrics (FY 2022) | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | $204.5 million | | Revenue Growth (YoY) | 35% | | Total Battery Systems Delivered (since 2009) | ~3,347.9 MWh | | Order Backlog (as of Dec 31, 2022) | $410.5 million (~1,599.7 MWh) | - The company's strategic focus includes expanding ESS solutions, shifting operations towards Europe and the U.S., and increasing manufacturing capacity to a target of **11 GWh per year by 2025**[61](index=61&type=chunk)[62](index=62&type=chunk) - In October 2022, Microvast received a **$200 million grant** from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) in collaboration with General Motors for a new polyaramid separator manufacturing facility in the U.S[55](index=55&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=21&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) The company faces substantial risks across its business, operations in China, intellectual property, and stock ownership, including market adoption, regulatory compliance, and stock volatility - Business and Industry Risks: Growth is highly dependent on electric vehicle market adoption, with risks from battery safety incidents, a limited customer base (top five customers were **36.1% of 2022 revenue**), a history of net losses (**$158.2 million in 2022**), and intense competition[115](index=115&type=chunk)[119](index=119&type=chunk)[124](index=124&type=chunk)[129](index=129&type=chunk) - Risks of Doing Business in China: Operations are subject to extensive PRC government regulation, including cybersecurity and data laws, with a risk of securities delisting under the Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act (HFCAA) if PCAOB cannot inspect auditors[112](index=112&type=chunk)[252](index=252&type=chunk)[267](index=267&type=chunk) - Intellectual Property Risks: A significant portion of the company's technology relies on unpatented trade secrets and know-how, which may be difficult to protect, alongside the risk of costly litigation for intellectual property infringement claims[275](index=275&type=chunk)[285](index=285&type=chunk) - Ownership and General Risks: Stock price may be volatile, future stock issuances could cause dilution, and the company is exposed to risks from health epidemics and geopolitical events[289](index=289&type=chunk)[306](index=306&type=chunk)[313](index=313&type=chunk) [Unresolved Staff Comments](index=57&type=section&id=Item%201B.%20Unresolved%20Staff%20Comments) The company reports no unresolved staff comments from the SEC - Not applicable[325](index=325&type=chunk) [Properties](index=58&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Properties) Microvast's physical properties include owned and leased facilities across the U.S., Germany, the U.K., and China, supporting various operations Key Company Facilities | Location | Country | Function | Ownership | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Stafford, TX | United States | Corporate HQ | Leased | | Lake Mary, FL | United States | R&D | Owned | | Clarksville, TN | United States | Manufacturing (cell, module, pack) | Owned | | Denver, CO | United States | ESS HQ | Owned | | Berlin | Germany | European HQ, Manufacturing (module, pack) | Leased | | Huzhou | China | Asia Pacific HQ, Manufacturing (full scope) | Owned | [Legal Proceedings](index=59&type=section&id=Item%203.%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 - As of the filing date, Microvast is not involved in any legal proceedings anticipated to have a material adverse impact on the company[329](index=329&type=chunk) [Mine Safety Disclosures](index=59&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This section is not applicable to the company's operations - Not applicable[330](index=330&type=chunk) PART II [Market for the Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities](index=60&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Market%20for%20the%20Registrant%27s%20Common%20Equity%2C%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters%20and%20Issuer%20Purchases%20of%20Equity%20Securities) Microvast's common stock and warrants trade on NASDAQ, with the company intending to retain earnings for growth rather than paying dividends - The company's common stock and warrants trade on NASDAQ under the symbols **MVST** and **MVSTW**[333](index=333&type=chunk) - The company intends to retain all available funds for business development and does not anticipate paying cash dividends in the foreseeable future[335](index=335&type=chunk) Securities Authorized for Issuance Under Equity Compensation Plans (as of Dec 31, 2022) | Plan Category | Securities to be issued upon exercise | Weighted-average exercise price | Securities remaining available for future issuance | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Equity compensation plans approved by security holders | 60,466,526 | $6.08 | 16,490,228 | [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=61&type=section&id=Item%207.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) In FY2022, Microvast's revenue grew **35% to $204.5 million**, with gross margin improving to **4.4%** due to non-recurring warranty costs, maintaining strong liquidity Comparison of Results of Operations (FY 2022 vs. FY 2021) | Metric (in thousands) | 2021 | 2022 | $ Change | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Revenues** | **$151,976** | **$204,495** | **$52,519** | **34.6%** | | Cost of revenues | ($194,719) | ($195,422) | ($703) | 0.4% | | **Gross (Loss) Profit** | **($42,743)** | **$9,073** | **$51,816** | **121.2%** | | *Gross Margin* | *-28.1%* | *4.4%* | - | - | | Total operating expenses | ($157,448) | ($170,691) | ($13,243) | 8.4% | | **Operating Loss** | **($194,064)** | **($159,946)** | **$34,118** | **-17.6%** | | **Net Loss** | **($206,483)** | **($158,200)** | **$48,283** | **-23.4%** | - Revenue growth was driven by an increase in sales volume from **489.2 MWh in 2021 to 694.2 MWh in 2022**[383](index=383&type=chunk) - The significant improvement in gross margin was primarily due to the non-recurrence of a **$46.5 million warranty cost accrual** for a legacy product recorded in 2021, combined with better economies of scale[385](index=385&type=chunk)[387](index=387&type=chunk) - As of December 31, 2022, the company had **$327.7 million** in cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and short-term investments, with capital expenditures for 2022 at **$150.9 million** mainly for facility expansions[395](index=395&type=chunk)[406](index=406&type=chunk)[412](index=412&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk](index=73&type=section&id=Item%207A.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20about%20Market%20Risk) The company is exposed to interest rate risk on China loans, significant foreign currency risk from RMB fluctuations, and credit risk on trade receivables - The company's project finance loans in China are exposed to interest rate risk as they are tied to the Loan Prime Rate[431](index=431&type=chunk) - Significant foreign currency risk exists due to operations in China; a hypothetical **10% adverse change in the RMB exchange rate** would result in a **$2.8 million loss** as of December 31, 2022[433](index=433&type=chunk) - Credit risk is primarily related to trade receivables, with the company actively monitoring customer creditworthiness and overdue debts to mitigate this risk[434](index=434&type=chunk) [Financial Statements and Supplementary Data](index=75&type=section&id=Item%208.%20Financial%20Statements%20and%20Supplementary%20Data) This section presents the company's audited consolidated financial statements for fiscal years 2020-2022, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (as of Dec 31, 2022) | Account (in thousands) | 2021 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Current Assets** | **$706,606** | **$545,067** | | Cash and cash equivalents | $480,931 | $231,420 | | Inventories, net | $53,424 | $84,252 | | **Total Assets** | **$995,291** | **$984,957** | | **Total Current Liabilities** | **$175,594** | **$252,409** | | **Total Liabilities** | **$308,593** | **$371,980** | | **Total Shareholders' Equity** | **$686,698** | **$612,977** | Consolidated Statement of Operations Highlights (Year ended Dec 31, 2022) | Account (in thousands) | 2021 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenues | $151,976 | $204,495 | | Gross (loss)/profit | ($42,743) | $9,073 | | Loss from operations | ($194,064) | ($159,946) | | **Net loss** | **($206,483)** | **($158,200)** | | Net loss per share (Basic and diluted) | ($1.26) | ($0.52) | - In 2021, the company recorded an additional **$46.5 million warranty accrual** for a legacy product due to a faulty component, which was a major driver of the gross loss[420](index=420&type=chunk)[572](index=572&type=chunk) - The company adopted new accounting standards for leases (ASC 842) and credit losses (Topic 326) on January 1, 2022, with ASC 842 adoption resulting in **$18.8 million** in operating lease right-of-use assets and liabilities[523](index=523&type=chunk)[545](index=545&type=chunk) [Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure](index=125&type=section&id=Item%209.%20Changes%20in%20and%20Disagreements%20with%20Accountants%20on%20Accounting%20and%20Financial%20Disclosure) The company reports no changes in or disagreements with its accountants on accounting and financial disclosure - None[696](index=696&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=125&type=section&id=Item%209A.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of December 31, 2022, with a previously identified material weakness remediated - Management concluded that as of December 31, 2022, the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective[697](index=697&type=chunk) - A material weakness identified in 2021, related to a lack of sufficient skilled staff with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting knowledge, was remediated as of December 31, 2022[700](index=700&type=chunk)[701](index=701&type=chunk)[702](index=702&type=chunk) PART III [Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance](index=127&type=section&id=Item%2010.%20Directors%2C%20Executive%20Officers%20and%20Corporate%20Governance) This section details the company's executive officers and board of directors, including their biographical information, board structure, and committee compositions - The company's leadership includes founder Yang Wu as President and CEO, Craig Webster as CFO, Shane Smith as COO, and Dr. Wenjuan Mattis as CTO[710](index=710&type=chunk) - The Board of Directors is divided into three classes and includes notable members such as Nobel Prize winner Stanley Whittingham, an expert in lithium-ion batteries[741](index=741&type=chunk)[747](index=747&type=chunk) - The Board has three standing committees: Audit, Nominating & Corporate Governance, and Compensation, with the Audit Committee chaired by Arthur Wong, designated as the audit committee financial expert[755](index=755&type=chunk)[757](index=757&type=chunk) [Executive Compensation](index=132&type=section&id=Item%2011.%20Executive%20Compensation) The company's 2022 executive compensation for NEOs included base salary and equity awards, with no short-term cash incentives paid out, and non-employee directors receiving cash and RSU awards 2022 Summary Compensation for Named Executive Officers (NEOs) | Name and Principal Position | Salary ($) | Stock Awards ($) | Option Awards ($) | All other compensation ($) | Total Compensation ($) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Yang Wu, President and CEO | 542,895 | 439,997 | — | — | 982,892 | | Sascha Rene Kelterborn, Chief Revenue Officer | 384,772 | 159,993 | 2,552,000 | 68,653 | 3,165,418 | | Craig Webster, Chief Financial Officer | 309,908 | 159,993 | 3,190,000 | 13,330 | 3,673,231 | - The 2022 short-term incentive (STI) cash bonus did not pay out to NEOs because the pre-determined revenue performance threshold was not achieved[766](index=766&type=chunk) - Non-employee directors receive an annual cash retainer of **$70,000**, with additional retainers for committee chairs, and an annual RSU award valued at **$80,000**[798](index=798&type=chunk)[801](index=801&type=chunk) [Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management](index=139&type=section&id=Item%2012.%20Security%20Ownership%20of%20Certain%20Beneficial%20Owners%20and%20Management) As of March 10, 2023, founder Yang Wu is the largest individual beneficial owner with **27.5%** of common stock, while all directors and executive officers collectively own **30.1%** Beneficial Ownership as of March 10, 2023 | Beneficial Owner | Percent Beneficially Owned | | :--- | :--- | | Yang Wu (President & CEO) | 27.5% | | All directors and executive officers as a group (13 persons) | 30.1% | | Cede & Co (>5% Holder) | 35.1% | | Evergreen Ever Limited (>5% Holder) | 10.2% (based on last filing) | [Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence](index=140&type=section&id=Item%2013.%20Certain%20Relationships%20and%20Related%20Transactions%2C%20and%20Director%20Independence) The company has key related party agreements, including a Stockholders Agreement and Registration Rights, with five of its seven directors determined to be independent - A Stockholders Agreement provides founder Yang Wu the right to nominate directors proportional to his beneficial ownership of common stock[808](index=808&type=chunk)[809](index=809&type=chunk) - The company entered into a Registration Rights and Lock-Up Agreement with pre-merger stockholders and insiders, including a **two-year lock-up for 75% of Mr. Wu's shares**[811](index=811&type=chunk)[812](index=812&type=chunk) - The Board has determined that **five of its seven directors** are independent under NASDAQ listing rules[818](index=818&type=chunk) [Principal Accountant Fees and Services](index=143&type=section&id=Item%2014.%20Principal%20Accountant%20Fees%20and%20Services) The company's principal auditor is Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, with aggregate fees of **$1.6 million** in FY2022, primarily for audit services, all pre-approved by the Audit Committee Accountant Fees (in millions) | Fee Category | 2021 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Audit fees | $1.3 | $1.6 | | Audit-related fees | $0.1 | - | | Tax fees | — | — | | All other fees | — | — | | **Total** | **$1.4** | **$1.6** | - All audit and non-audit services provided by the principal accountant were pre-approved by the Audit Committee in accordance with its policies[823](index=823&type=chunk) PART IV [Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules](index=144&type=section&id=Item%2015.%20Exhibits%20and%20Financial%20Statement%20Schedules) This section provides an index of all financial statements, schedules, and exhibits filed with the Form 10-K, including corporate governance documents and material contracts - This section contains the index to financial statements and lists all exhibits filed with the annual report, including corporate governance documents, material contracts, and required certifications[827](index=827&type=chunk)[828](index=828&type=chunk)[829](index=829&type=chunk) [Form 10-K Summary](index=146&type=section&id=Item%2016.%20Form%2010-K%20Summary) No summary is provided under this item - None[833](index=833&type=chunk)