UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-32929 PERASO INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) (State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer Incorpora ...

Peraso (PRSO) Q2 2025 Earnings Call August 11, 2025 04:30 PM ET Speaker0Good afternoon and welcome to Paraso Inc. Second Quarter twenty twenty five Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. As a reminder, this conference call is being recorded today, Monday, 08/11/2025. I would now like to turn the call over to your host for today's conference call, Mr.Jim Sullivan. Please go ahead.Speaker1Good afternoon, and thank you for joining today's conference call to discuss Paraso's ...

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EX-99.1 2 prso_ex991.htm PRESS RELEASE EXHIBIT 99.1 Peraso Announces Second Quarter 2025 Results mmWave product revenue increased 45% sequentially and over 200% year-over-year SAN JOSE, Calif., August 11, 2025 – Peraso Inc. (NASDAQ: PRSO) ("Peraso" or the "Company"), a pioneer in mmWave wireless technology solutions, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Management Commentary Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results Total net revenue for the second quarter of 2025 was $2 ...

Company Overview - Peraso is a pioneer in high-performance 60 GHz unlicensed and 5G mmWave wireless technology[9] - The company has approximately 110 patents as of March 31, 2025[9] - Peraso is a global leader in mmWave communications, shipping in volume since 2016[11] Market Opportunity - The global mmWave technology market was valued at $34 billion and is forecast to grow at a 20% CAGR[20] - Allied Market Research estimates the Millimeter Wave Technology Market at $34 billion, projecting growth to $179 billion[17] - 5G mmWave-capable device unit shipments are expected to grow at a 204% CAGR[17] Financial Performance - Peraso's total revenue for FY 2024 was $146 million[59] - Q1 2025 total revenue was $39 million[59] - The company projects medium-term revenue growth at 50%+ and long-term growth at 30%+[59] Product and Technology - Peraso is focused on the 24GHz to 71GHz spectrum, leveraging mmWave beamforming[15] - The company has an integrated HW/SW solution utilizing mmWave modules[32] - Peraso's technology enables Internet access rivaling fiber performance, with benefits such as low cost of deployment and faster time to market[24]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 PERASO INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) FORM 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 000-32929 (State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer Incorpor ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total net revenue for Q1 2025 was $3.9 million, an increase from $3.7 million in the prior quarter and $2.8 million in Q1 2024 [20] - Product revenue from memory integrated circuits and millimeter wave products was $3.8 million in Q1 2025, compared to $3.7 million in the prior quarter and $2.7 million in Q1 2024 [20] - GAAP gross margin increased to 69.3% in Q1 2025 from 56.3% in the prior quarter and 46.4% in the year-ago quarter [21] - GAAP net loss for Q1 2025 was $500,000, or a loss of $0.10 per share, compared to a net loss of $1.6 million, or a loss of $0.37 per share in the prior quarter [23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Millimeter wave product revenues were $1.5 million for Q1 2025, compared to $200,000 in the prior quarter and $300,000 in Q1 2024 [21] - The company achieved a significant increase in millimeter wave revenue, exceeding total revenue for the full year of 2024 in Q1 2025 [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported nearly 120 total engagements in its pipeline, representing a 25% increase in identified commercial opportunities over the last twelve months [9] - The technology is currently being utilized in at least 68 products across 14 unique customers, deployed in various regions worldwide [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on continuous innovation in MMWave technology to expand its product portfolio and adapt existing products for new applications [11] - A strategic contract was announced for delivering mission-critical wireless applications to military and defense forces, indicating a significant new revenue opportunity [17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the growing market opportunities for MMWave technology, particularly in tactical communications and military defense applications [18] - The company expects to deliver sequential revenue growth for MMWave solutions throughout 2025, driven by increased demand and purchase orders [18] Other Important Information - The company had $2.8 million in cash and equivalents as of March 31, 2025, down from $3.3 million at the end of 2024, primarily due to operating cash burn [24] - The company expects total net revenue for Q2 2025 to be in the range of $1.8 million to $2.0 million, reflecting anticipated roll-off of end-of-life memory IC shipments [25] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you talk about the visibility you have from some of the deals you've announced previously? - Management indicated better visibility with backlog on existing customers and initial shipments for defense applications expected this quarter [31] Question: Any impact from tariffs on your cost of goods or customer reactions? - Management stated there has been no impact from tariffs as most production is done in Asia or locally in Canada and Europe [33] Question: How quickly can the upgraded prospectus modules for fixed wireless access be deployed? - Management confirmed that the upgrade is a software enhancement that can be deployed immediately by customers [35] Question: Are you seeing more interest from the military side or defense? - Management noted increased interest in tactical communications due to the stealth capabilities of their technology [42] Question: When might other agencies or countries show interest in this type of application? - Management reported global interest in stealth communications technology, with ongoing quotes for opportunities in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia [48] Question: Any updates on BEAD funding and its impact on fixed wireless access? - Management expressed optimism about the positive impact of BEAD funding on their business, expecting benefits in the second half of the year [51]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total net revenue for Q1 2025 was $3.9 million, an increase from $3.7 million in the prior quarter and $2.8 million in Q1 2024 [19] - GAAP gross margin increased to 69.3% in Q1 2025 from 56.3% in the prior quarter and 46.4% in the year-ago quarter [20] - GAAP net loss for Q1 2025 was $500,000, or a loss of $0.10 per share, compared to a net loss of $1.6 million, or a loss of $0.37 per share in the prior quarter [22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Product revenue from memory integrated circuits and millimeter wave products in Q1 2025 was $3.8 million, compared to $3.7 million in the prior quarter and $2.7 million in Q1 2024 [19] - Millimeter wave product revenues were $1.5 million for Q1 2025, significantly up from $200,000 in the prior quarter and $300,000 in Q1 2024 [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported nearly 120 total engagements in its MMWave technology pipeline, representing a 25% increase in identified commercial opportunities over the last twelve months [9] - The company has 68 products in commercial production across 14 unique customers, indicating strong market penetration [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on continuous innovation in MMWave technology to expand its product portfolio and adapt existing products for new applications [11] - A strategic contract was announced for delivering mission-critical wireless applications to military and defense forces, indicating a new revenue opportunity [16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the growing market opportunities for MMWave technology, particularly in tactical communications and military defense applications [17] - The company expects solid double-digit sequential growth in millimeter wave revenue for Q2 2025, despite a roll-off of end-of-life memory IC shipments [24] Other Important Information - The company had $2.8 million in cash and equivalents as of March 31, 2025, down from $3.3 million at the end of 2024, primarily due to operating cash burn [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you talk about the visibility you have from some of the deals you've announced previously? - Management indicated better visibility with backlog on existing customers and initial shipments for defense applications expected this quarter [30] Question: Any impact from tariffs on your cost of goods or customer reactions? - Management stated there has been no impact from tariffs as most production is done in Asia or locally in Canada and Europe [32] Question: How quickly can the upgraded prospectus modules for fixed wireless access be deployed? - Management confirmed that the upgrade is a software update, allowing customers to deploy more endpoints immediately [34] Question: Are you seeing more interest from the military side or defense? - Management noted increased interest in tactical communications due to the stealth capabilities of their technology, with initial shipments expected this quarter [42] Question: Are you seeing interest from customers in deploying fixed wireless access due to BEAD funding? - Management expressed optimism about future benefits from BEAD funding, expecting direct impacts in the second half of the year [49]

[Management Commentary](index=1&type=section&id=Management%20Commentary) Management highlighted strong Q1 2025 mmWave revenue growth, offsetting memory IC EOL, and anticipates continued mmWave solution growth - First quarter **mmWave revenue** alone exceeded the total mmWave revenue for the entire full year of 2024[2](index=2&type=chunk) - The company completed the final **end-of-life (EOL) shipments** for its memory IC products during the quarter[2](index=2&type=chunk) - Achieved a major upgrade to PERSPECTUS modules for fixed wireless access (FWA), increasing supported users per access point by **50%**[3](index=3&type=chunk) - Secured a strategic contract with a leading specialized defense contractor, with initial production shipments expected in Q2[3](index=3&type=chunk) [First Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights](index=1&type=section&id=First%20Quarter%202025%20Financial%20Results) Peraso reported **$3.9 million** total net revenue in Q1 2025, a **37%** increase, with improved gross margin and reduced net loss Q1 2025 Key Financial Metrics (vs. Q1 2024) | Metric | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | Change (YoY) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Net Revenue | $3.9 million | $2.8 million | +37% | | GAAP Gross Margin | 69.3% | 46.4% | +22.9 p.p. | | GAAP Operating Expenses | $3.2 million | $4.9 million | -34.5% | | GAAP Net Loss | ($0.5 million) | ($2.0 million) | +75% Improvement | | GAAP Net Loss Per Share | ($0.10) | ($1.07) | +90.7% Improvement | | Adjusted EBITDA | ($0.3 million) | ($1.4 million) | +78.6% Improvement | [Business Outlook](index=2&type=section&id=Business%20Outlook) The company projects Q2 2025 total net revenue between **$1.8 million** and **$2.0 million**, reflecting memory IC discontinuation - Expects total net revenue for Q2 2025 to be in the range of **$1.8 million** to **$2.0 million**[9](index=9&type=chunk) - The anticipated sequential decline in total revenue for Q2 is due to the planned roll-off of **EOL shipments** for memory IC products[4](index=4&type=chunk)[9](index=9&type=chunk) - Despite the Q2 total revenue outlook, the company anticipates solid sequential revenue growth for its core **mmWave solutions** throughout 2025[4](index=4&type=chunk) [Financial Statements](index=3&type=section&id=Financial%20Statements) This section presents the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for Q1 2025, including operations and balance sheets [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=3&type=section&id=CONDENSED%20CONSOLIDATED%20STATEMENTS%20OF%20OPERATIONS) Q1 2025 total net revenue increased to **$3.87 million**, with gross profit doubling and operating loss significantly narrowing Statement of Operations (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended Mar 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Mar 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total net revenue | $3,869 | $2,816 | | Gross Profit | $2,680 | $1,306 | | Total operating expenses | $3,194 | $4,937 | | Loss from operations | ($514) | ($3,631) | | Net loss | ($471) | ($2,031) | | Net loss per share | ($0.10) | ($1.07) | [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=4&type=section&id=CONDENSED%20CONSOLIDATED%20BALANCE%20SHEETS) As of March 31, 2025, total assets were **$6.73 million**, liabilities decreased, and stockholders' equity increased Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands) | Account | March 31, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash and cash equivalents | $2,775 | $3,344 | | Total current assets | $5,959 | $6,293 | | Total assets | $6,729 | $7,206 | | Total current liabilities | $2,962 | $3,503 | | Total liabilities | $3,136 | $3,740 | | Stockholders' equity | $3,593 | $3,466 | [Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Measures](index=5&type=section&id=Reconciliation%20of%20GAAP%20to%20Non-GAAP%20Measures) This section reconciles GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures, adjusting for non-cash items to show core performance [Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Net Loss and Net Loss Per Share](index=5&type=section&id=Reconciliation%20of%20GAAP%20to%20Non-GAAP%20Net%20Loss%20and%20Net%20Loss%20Per%20Share) Q1 2025 non-GAAP net loss improved to **$0.38 million** (or **$0.08** per share) from **$1.59 million** in Q1 2024 GAAP to Non-GAAP Net Loss Reconciliation (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended Mar 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Mar 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | GAAP net loss | ($471) | ($2,031) | | Stock-based compensation | $125 | $1,222 | | Amortization of intangibles | $0 | $815 | | Change in fair value of warrant liabilities | ($35) | ($1,591) | | **Non-GAAP net loss** | **($381)** | **($1,585)** | [Reconciliation of GAAP Gross Profit to Non-GAAP Gross Profit](index=5&type=section&id=Reconciliation%20of%20GAAP%20Gross%20Profit%20to%20Non-GAAP%20Gross%20Profit) Q1 2025 GAAP and non-GAAP gross profit were identical at **$2.68 million** (**69.3%** margin) due to no amortization GAAP to Non-GAAP Gross Profit Reconciliation (in thousands) | Metric | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | GAAP gross profit | $2,680 (69.3%) | $1,306 (46.4%) | | Amortization of intangibles | $0 (0.0%) | $563 (20.0%) | | **Non-GAAP gross profit** | **$2,680 (69.3%)** | **$1,869 (66.4%)** | [Reconciliation of GAAP Net Loss and Adjusted EBITDA](index=6&type=section&id=Reconciliation%20of%20GAAP%20net%20loss%20and%20adjusted%20EBITDA) Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 improved to negative **$0.31 million** from negative **$1.40 million** in Q1 2024 Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended Mar 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Mar 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | GAAP net loss | ($471) | ($2,031) | | Non-GAAP net loss | ($381) | ($1,585) | | EBITDA adjustments | $68 | $181 | | **Adjusted EBITDA** | **($313)** | **($1,404)** |

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Fiscal Year December 31, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number: 000-32929 PERASO INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 77-0291941 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (IRS Employer Identificatio ...