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Spire (SPIR) - 2023 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2023-11-07 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) SPIRE GLOBAL, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) Delaware 85-1276957 ☒ 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 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from ...
Spire (SPIR) - 2023 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-08-10 04:02
Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE:SPIR) Q2 2023 Earnings Conference Call August 9, 2023 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Ben Hackman - Head, IR Peter Platzer - CEO Tom Krywe - CFO Conference Call Participants Austin Moeller - Canaccord Genuity Erik Rasmussen - Stifel Ric Prentiss - Raymond James Jeff Meuler - Baird Operator Greetings, and welcome to Spire Global's Second Quarter 2023 Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode. A question-and-answer session will follow the formal present ...
Spire (SPIR) - 2023 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2023-08-08 16:00
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, 2023 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: 001-39493 SPIRE GLOBAL, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) (State or other jurisdiction of incorp ...
Spire (SPIR) - 2023 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-05-11 02:24
Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE:SPIR) Q1 2023 Results Conference Call May 10, 2023 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Ben Hackman - Head, IR Peter Platzer - CEO Tom Krywe - CFO Conference Call Participants Austin Moeller - Canaccord Genuity Erik Rasmussen - Stifel Ric Prentiss - Raymond James Jeff Meuler - Baird Andre Madrid - Bank of America Peter Platzer - CEO Operator Greetings. Welcome to the Spire Global First Quarter 2023 Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode. A question-and-answer sess ...
Spire (SPIR) - 2023 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2023-05-09 16:00
PART I. [FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=5&type=section&id=PART%20I.%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) [Item 1. Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=5&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Unaudited%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for Spire Global, Inc., including the balance sheets, statements of operations, comprehensive loss, changes in stockholders' equity, and cash flows, along with detailed notes explaining the company's accounting policies, financial instruments, and other relevant disclosures for the period ended March 31, 2023 [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Amounts in thousands) | Metric | March 31, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------- | :---------------- | | Total Assets | $263,502 | $256,512 | | Total Liabilities | $169,665 | $146,389 | | Total Stockholders' Equity | $93,837 | $110,123 | | Cash and cash equivalents | $46,952 | $47,196 | | Marketable securities | $25,660 | $23,084 | | Long-term debt | $119,035 | $98,475 | | Warrant liability | $1,066 | $1,831 | | Contingent earnout liability | $273 | $349 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=6&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Three Months Ended March 31, Amounts in thousands, except per share) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change (%) | | :--------------------------------------- | :----- | :----- | :--------- | | Revenue | $24,168 | $18,070 | 34% | | Cost of revenue | $10,360 | $9,846 | 5% | | Gross profit | $13,808 | $8,224 | 68% | | Research and development | $9,663 | $8,657 | 12% | | Sales and marketing | $6,850 | $6,905 | -1% | | General and administrative | $11,770 | $12,684 | -7% | | Loss from operations | $(14,475) | $(20,022) | 28% | | Net loss | $(17,673) | $(11,792) | -50% | | Basic and diluted net loss per share | $(0.12) | $(0.08) | -50% | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Comprehensive%20Loss) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss (Three Months Ended March 31, Amounts in thousands) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | | :-------------------------------- | :----- | :----- | | Net loss | $(17,673) | $(11,792) | | Foreign currency translation adjustments | $(1,589) | $1,859 | | Net unrealized gain on investments | $44 | — | | Comprehensive loss | $(19,218) | $(9,933) | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity](index=8&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Changes%20in%20Stockholders'%20Equity) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity (Amounts in thousands) | Metric | December 31, 2022 | March 31, 2023 | | :-------------------------- | :---------------- | :--------------- | | Total Stockholders' Equity | $110,123 | $93,837 | | Net loss | $(17,673) | $(17,673) | | Stock compensation expense | $2,646 | $2,646 | | Foreign currency translation adjustments | $(1,589) | $(1,589) | | Net unrealized gain on investments | $44 | $44 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=9&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Three Months Ended March 31, Amounts in thousands) | Cash Flow Activity | 2023 | 2022 | | :----------------------------------- | :------- | :------- | | Net cash used in operating activities | $(11,290) | $(14,991) | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(6,957) | $(4,262) | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $19,886 | $733 | | Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | $(207) | $(17,670) | | Ending balance of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | $47,362 | $91,975 | [Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=10&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Unaudited%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) These notes provide detailed explanations and disclosures supporting the condensed consolidated financial statements, covering the company's business, significant accounting policies, liquidity, macroeconomic impacts, revenue recognition, balance sheet components, debt, leases, fair value measurements, commitments, contingencies, and stock-based compensation [Note 1. Nature of Business](index=10&type=section&id=Note%201.%20Nature%20of%20Business) - Spire Global, Inc. is a **global provider of space-based data and analytics**, utilizing a proprietary constellation of multi-purpose nanosatellites to offer Maritime, Aviation, Weather, and Space Services solutions[24](index=24&type=chunk) - The company was notified by the NYSE on March 24, 2023, of **non-compliance with Rule 802.01C** regarding the minimum average closing price of its Class A common stock, but this does not result in immediate delisting[28](index=28&type=chunk) [Note 2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies](index=10&type=section&id=Note%202.%20Summary%20of%20Significant%20Accounting%20Policies) - The company reported a net loss of **$17,673 thousand** and cash used in operations of **$11,290 thousand** for the three months ended March 31, 2023, but believes it has **sufficient working capital for at least one year**[34](index=34&type=chunk) - A **stronger U.S. dollar** in Q1 2023 **negatively impacted revenue** (approx one-third of sales in foreign currencies) but **positively impacted expenses** (majority of employees outside U.S.)[37](index=37&type=chunk) - **Increasing interest rates led to higher interest expenses** due to the company's floating-rate credit facility, and **geopolitical conflicts caused delays in revenue recognition** from satellite launch cancellations[39](index=39&type=chunk) [Note 3. Revenue, Contract Assets, Contract Liabilities and Remaining Performance Obligations](index=13&type=section&id=Note%203.%20Revenue,%20Contract%20Assets,%20Contract%20Liabilities%20and%20Remaining%20Performance%20Obligations) Revenue Disaggregation (Three Months Ended March 31, Amounts in thousands) | Category | 2023 Revenue | 2023 % of Total | 2022 Revenue | 2022 % of Total | | :---------------------- | :----------- | :-------------- | :----------- | :-------------- | | Subscription-based | $18,812 | 78% | $12,336 | 68% | | Non-subscription-based | $5,356 | 22% | $5,735 | 32% | | Total Revenue | $24,168 | 100% | $18,070 | 100% | | Geography | 2023 Revenue | 2023 % of Total | 2022 Revenue | 2022 % of Total | | :---------------------- | :----------- | :-------------- | :----------- | :-------------- | | Americas | $12,807 | 53% | $7,614 | 42% | | EMEA | $8,703 | 36% | $7,935 | 44% | | Asia Pacific | $2,658 | 11% | $2,521 | 14% | | Total | $24,168 | 100% | $18,070 | 100% | - As of March 31, 2023, remaining performance obligations not yet recognized as revenue totaled **$164,465 thousand**, with **35%** expected to be recognized over the next 12 months[56](index=56&type=chunk) [Note 4. Balance Sheet Components](index=14&type=section&id=Note%204.%20Balance%20Sheet%20Components) Property and Equipment, Net (Amounts in thousands) | Category | March 31, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | | :----------------------------------- | :------------- | :---------------- | | Satellites in-service | $51,207 | $49,889 | | Satellite, launch and ground station work in progress | $19,088 | $15,364 | | Finished satellites not in-service | $3,017 | $4,985 | | Total Property and equipment, net | $58,147 | $53,752 | - Depreciation and amortization expense related to property and equipment decreased to **$3,037 thousand** for Q1 2023 from **$4,834 thousand** for Q1 2022[58](index=58&type=chunk) [Note 5. Goodwill and Intangible Assets](index=15&type=section&id=Note%205.%20Goodwill%20and%20Intangible%20Assets) Goodwill and Intangible Assets (Amounts in thousands) | Category | March 31, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | | :----------------------------------- | :------------- | :---------------- | | Goodwill | $50,039 | $49,954 | | Total Intangible assets (net of accumulated amortization) | $33,963 | $34,781 | | Amortization expense (intangible assets) (Q1) | $878 | $1,748 | [Note 6. Long-Term Debt](index=17&type=section&id=Note%206.%20Long-Term%20Debt) Long-Term Debt (Amounts in thousands) | Metric | March 31, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | | :----------------------------------- | :------------- | :---------------- | | Blue Torch term loan | $120,359 | $100,511 | | Other long-term debt | $5,016 | $4,857 | | Less: Debt issuance costs | $(6,340) | $(6,893) | | Non-current portion of long-term debt | $119,035 | $98,475 | | Interest expense (Q1) | $4,008 | $1,627 | | Amortization of deferred issuance costs (Q1) | $554 | $1,413 | - The Blue Torch Credit Facility's **$19,735 thousand** escrowed amount was released to the company in February 2023 after achieving certain metrics. The term loan accrues interest at a floating rate, which was **13.37% SOFR** as of March 31, 2023[65](index=65&type=chunk) [Note 7. Leases](index=17&type=section&id=Note%207.%20Leases) Lease Information (Amounts in thousands) | Metric | March 31, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | | :-------------------------- | :------------- | :---------------- | | Total ROU assets | $12,549 | $11,687 | | Total lease liabilities | $14,027 | $13,148 | | Lease expenses (Q1) | $930 | $870 | | Amortization of ROU assets (Q1) | $224 | $573 | [Note 8. Fair Value Measurement](index=19&type=section&id=Note%208.%20Fair%20Value%20Measurement) Fair Value of Liabilities (Amounts in thousands) | Liability | March 31, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | | :-------------------------- | :------------- | :---------------- | | Credit Agreement Warrants | $1,066 | $1,831 | | Contingent earnout liability | $273 | $349 | - In connection with the Blue Torch Financing Agreement, the company issued **Credit Agreement Warrants** exercisable for an aggregate of **3,694,880 shares** of Class A common stock at an exercise price of **$2.01 per share**[84](index=84&type=chunk)[184](index=184&type=chunk)[185](index=185&type=chunk) [Note 9. Commitments and Contingencies](index=23&type=section&id=Note%209.%20Commitments%20and%20Contingencies) - Under the L3Harris Agreement, the company incurs a **fixed fee of $358 thousand per month**, with total operational fees commitment of **$35,973 thousand** through August 7, 2031[89](index=89&type=chunk)[91](index=91&type=chunk) - The company is party to various legal actions but management believes their resolution will **not have a material adverse effect** on the business[92](index=92&type=chunk) [Note 10. Stock-Based Compensation](index=24&type=section&id=Note%2010.%20Stock-Based%20Compensation) Stock-Based Compensation Expense (Three Months Ended March 31, Amounts in thousands) | Category | 2023 | 2022 | | :-------------------------- | :----- | :----- | | Cost of revenue | $77 | $77 | | Research and development | $651 | $711 | | Sales and marketing | $437 | $616 | | General and administrative | $1,481 | $885 | | Total stock-based compensation | $2,646 | $2,289 | - As of March 31, 2023, total unrecognized compensation expense related to options and RSUs was **$28,107 thousand**, expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of **2.25 years**[97](index=97&type=chunk) [Note 11. Net Loss per Share](index=25&type=section&id=Note%2011.%20Net%20Loss%20per%20Share) Net Loss per Share (Three Months Ended March 31) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | | :---------------------------------------------------------------- | :----------- | :----------- | | Basic and diluted net loss per share | $(0.12) | $(0.08) | | Weighted-average shares used in computing basic and diluted net loss per share | 144,770,908 | 139,274,538 | | Anti-dilutive securities excluded from diluted EPS | 34,616,137 | 46,675,057 | [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=27&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) This section provides management's perspective on Spire Global's financial condition and results of operations for the three months ended March 31, 2023, compared to the same period in 2022, highlighting key business metrics, macroeconomic impacts, and a detailed analysis of revenue, expenses, and non-GAAP financial measures [Overview](index=27&type=section&id=Overview) - Spire Global is a global provider of space-based data, analytics, and Space Services, **operating one of the world's largest multi-purpose satellite constellations** to collect AIS, ADS-B, and RO data[102](index=102&type=chunk) - The company offers **three primary data solutions: Maritime, Aviation, and Weather**, along with a **'Space Services' solution** that provides customized data via API through a subscription model[105](index=105&type=chunk)[106](index=106&type=chunk) [Highlights from the Three Months Ended March 31, 2023](index=28&type=section&id=Highlights%20from%20the%20Three%20Months%20Ended%20March%2031,%202023) Key Financial and Operational Highlights (Three Months Ended March 31, 2023) | Metric | Value | Change from Q1 2022 | | :-------------------------- | :---------- | :------------------ | | Revenue | $24.2 million | +34% | | Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) | $104.8 million | +28% | | ARR Solution Customers | 781 | +48 from Dec 31, 2022 | | ARR Net Retention Rate | 108% | +2% | | Gross Margin | 57% | +11% | | Operating Loss | $14.5 million | Improved by $5.5 million | - Spire Global was awarded a **contract extension by the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) for commercial radio frequency remote sensing**[116](index=116&type=chunk) - The company **closed a deal with Enqlare for up-to-date vessel information and AIS positions**, and **entered a long-term agreement with ch-aviation for global flight analytics**[116](index=116&type=chunk) [Macroeconomic and Geopolitical Impact](index=28&type=section&id=Macroeconomic%20and%20Geopolitical%20Impact) - A **stronger U.S. dollar** negatively impacted revenue (approx one-third of sales in foreign currencies) but positively impacted expenses (majority of employees outside U.S.) in Q1 2023 compared to Q1 2022[110](index=110&type=chunk) - **Increasing interest rates led to higher interest expenses** due to the company's floating-rate credit facility, and geopolitical conflicts caused scheduling shifts or launch cancellations by third-party satellite providers, delaying revenue recognition[112](index=112&type=chunk) - The **macroeconomic environment has caused customers to re-evaluate purchases**, resulting in additional discounts, extended payment terms, longer sales cycles, and some contract cancellations[111](index=111&type=chunk) [Key Factors Affecting Our Performance](index=28&type=section&id=Key%20Factors%20Affecting%20Our%20Performance) - The company's 'land and expand' business model is evidenced by an increase in ARR Solution Customers from **627 (March 31, 2022) to 781 (March 31, 2023)** and an ARR Net Retention Rate of **108%** for Q1 2023[116](index=116&type=chunk) - Investment in growth included a **12% increase** in research and development spending (**$1.0 million**) and an **11% increase** in total headcount (**from 381 to 418 employees**) from March 31, 2022, to March 31, 2023[118](index=118&type=chunk) - **Approximately 31%** of Q1 2023 revenues were generated in non-U.S. dollar currencies, making the company **susceptible to foreign exchange rate fluctuations**[120](index=120&type=chunk) [Key Business Metrics](index=29&type=section&id=Key%20Business%20Metrics) Key Business Metrics (As of March 31, Amounts in thousands) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change (%) | | :-------------------------- | :--------- | :--------- | :--------- | | Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) | $104,763 | $81,638 | 28% | | ARR Customers | 755 | 604 | 25% | | ARR Solution Customers | 781 | 627 | 25% | | ARR Net Retention Rate | 108% | 106% | 2% | - **ARR growth was driven by acquiring new customers and increasing business with existing customers**, reflected in the increase in ARR Customers and an **ARR Net Retention Rate above 100%**[122](index=122&type=chunk) [Components of Results of Operations](index=30&type=section&id=Components%20of%20Results%20of%20Operations) - Revenue is primarily derived from **subscription-based data, insights, and cloud-based technology platform access**, with subscription periods typically ranging from one to two years[130](index=130&type=chunk) - Cost of revenue includes **personnel costs, depreciation, hosted infrastructure, third-party operating/royalty costs, and amortization of purchased intangibles**, with **satellite and ground station costs capitalized and depreciated**[131](index=131&type=chunk)[132](index=132&type=chunk) - Operating expenses (R&D, Sales & Marketing, G&A) are expected to **increase in absolute dollars with business growth but decrease as a percentage of revenue over time**[150](index=150&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=31&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Revenue and Gross Profit Analysis (Three Months Ended March 31, Amounts in thousands) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change (%) | | :---------------- | :----- | :----- | :--------- | | Revenue | $24,168 | $18,070 | 34% | | Cost of revenue | $10,360 | $9,846 | 5% | | Gross profit | $13,808 | $8,224 | 68% | | Gross margin | 57% | 46% | 11% | | Subscription revenue % | 78% | 68% | 10% | | Americas revenue % | 53% | 42% | 11% | | EMEA revenue % | 36% | 44% | -8% | | APAC revenue % | 11% | 14% | -3% | Operating Expenses Analysis (Three Months Ended March 31, Amounts in thousands) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change (%) | | :-------------------------- | :----- | :----- | :--------- | | Research and development | $9,663 | $8,657 | 12% | | Sales and marketing | $6,850 | $6,905 | -1% | | General and administrative | $11,770 | $12,684 | -7% | Other Income (Expense) Analysis (Three Months Ended March 31, Amounts in thousands) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change (%) | | :--------------------------------------- | :----- | :----- | :--------- | | Interest income | $565 | $14 | * | | Interest expense | $(4,578) | $(3,043) | 50% | | Change in fair value of contingent earnout liability | $76 | $6,883 | -99% | | Change in fair value of warrant liabilities | $746 | $5,835 | -87% | | Foreign exchange | $1,024 | $(935) | -210% | | Other expense, net | $(762) | $(234) | 226% | | Income tax provision | $269 | $290 | -7% | [Non-GAAP Financial Measures](index=35&type=section&id=Non-GAAP%20Financial%20Measures) - **Adjusted EBITDA is used to evaluate business performance**, excluding **non-cash expenses like stock-based compensation, changes in fair value of warrant/earnout liabilities, foreign exchange gains/losses, and acquisition-related amortization/expenses**[165](index=165&type=chunk)[167](index=167&type=chunk) Reconciliation of Net Loss to Adjusted EBITDA (Three Months Ended March 31, Amounts in thousands) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | | :--------------------------------------- | :------- | :------- | | Net loss | $(17,673) | $(11,792) | | Depreciation & amortization | $3,916 | $4,834 | | Interest, net | $4,013 | $3,029 | | Taxes | $269 | $290 | | EBITDA | $(9,475) | $(3,639) | | Change in fair value of contingent earnout liability | $(76) | $(6,883) | | Change in fair value of warrant liabilities | $(746) | $(5,835) | | Foreign exchange (gain) loss | $(1,024) | $935 | | Other expense, net | $762 | $234 | | Stock-based compensation | $2,646 | $2,289 | | Mergers and acquisition related expenses | $1,015 | $3,014 | | Other acquisition accounting amortization | $166 | $183 | | Adjusted EBITDA | $(6,732) | $(9,702) | [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=37&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) Liquidity Position (Amounts in thousands) | Metric | March 31, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | | :------------------------------------------------ | :------------- | :---------------- | | Cash and cash equivalents | $46,952 | $47,196 | | Marketable securities | $25,660 | $23,084 | | Total Liquidity | $72,612 | $70,280 | - As of March 31, 2023, the company had approximately **$17.5 million** in cash and cash equivalents at **Silicon Valley Bank** (now a division of First Citizens Bank), with **$17.1 million** invested in **BlackRock money market mutual funds**[175](index=175&type=chunk) - The company has an Equity Distribution Agreement to sell **up to $85.0 million** of Class A common stock, with no sales made as of March 31, 2023[176](index=176&type=chunk) Cash Flows Summary (Three Months Ended March 31, Amounts in thousands) | Cash Flow Activity | 2023 | 2022 | | :----------------------------------- | :------- | :------- | | Net cash used in operating activities | $(11,290) | $(14,991) | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(6,957) | $(4,262) | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $19,886 | $733 | [Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates](index=40&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Policies%20and%20Estimates) - There have been **no material changes** to the company's critical accounting policies and estimates compared to those disclosed in the 2022 Form 10-K[205](index=205&type=chunk) [Accounting Pronouncements Recently Adopted and Not Yet Adopted](index=40&type=section&id=Accounting%20Pronouncements%20Recently%20Adopted%20and%20Not%20Yet%20Adopted) - **Refer to Note 2** of the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for details on recently adopted and not yet adopted accounting pronouncements[206](index=206&type=chunk) [Emerging Growth Company Status](index=40&type=section&id=Emerging%20Growth%20Company%20Status) - The company is an **'emerging growth company'** and has elected to use the **extended transition period** for complying with new or revised accounting standards[207](index=207&type=chunk) [Smaller Reporting Company Status](index=40&type=section&id=Smaller%20Reporting%20Company%20Status) - The company is a **'smaller reporting company'** and benefits from **reduced disclosure obligations**, including providing only two years of audited financial statements[208](index=208&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=40&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) This section details the company's exposure to market risks, specifically foreign currency exchange risk, interest rate sensitivity, and inflation risk, and discusses their potential impact on financial results - The company is exposed to **foreign currency exchange risk**, particularly with the **Euro, British Pound Sterling, Singapore Dollar, and Canadian Dollar**. For Q1 2023, a **$1.0 million foreign exchange gain** was recognized, compared to a **$0.9 million loss** in Q1 2022[209](index=209&type=chunk)[210](index=210&type=chunk) - A hypothetical **10% strengthening or weakening of the U.S. dollar** would result in an approximate **$0.7 million increase or decrease** in the Q1 2023 pre-tax loss[210](index=210&type=chunk) - The company is exposed to **interest rate fluctuations** due to its **floating-rate Blue Torch Credit Facility** (**13.37% SOFR** as of March 31, 2023); a **100 basis point increase** would impact annual operations by approximately **$1.2 million**[212](index=212&type=chunk) - While **inflation has not substantially impacted** Q1 2023 or Q1 2022 results, a higher future inflation rate could **negatively affect operational and capital expenditures**[213](index=213&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=41&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) This section discusses the evaluation of the company's disclosure controls and procedures, identifies material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, and outlines the remediation efforts undertaken - Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were **not effective as of March 31, 2023**, due to identified **material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting**[215](index=215&type=chunk) - Material weaknesses include an **ineffective control environment** (**insufficient accounting knowledge, segregation of duties**), **ineffective risk assessment**, **inadequate controls over non-routine transactions** (**warrant instruments, business combinations, contingent earnout liability**), and **ineffective IT general controls** (**user access, program change management, program development**)[217](index=217&type=chunk)[219](index=219&type=chunk) - Remediation efforts include **hiring key accounting professionals**, **engaging third-party consultants for risk assessment and technical accounting**, and **designing/implementing automated controls for segregation of duties and IT general controls**[221](index=221&type=chunk)[222](index=222&type=chunk)[224](index=224&type=chunk)[226](index=226&type=chunk)[227](index=227&type=chunk) - Despite the material weaknesses, management concluded that the **condensed consolidated financial statements for the periods covered are prepared in accordance with GAAP and fairly present the company's financial position, results of operations, and cash flows**[216](index=216&type=chunk) PART II. [OTHER INFORMATION](index=42&type=section&id=PART%20II.%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) [Item 1. Legal Proceedings](index=42&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in various legal proceedings in the normal course of business but does not currently anticipate any material adverse effects on its financial condition or operations from these matters - The company is **party to various claims and legal actions arising in the normal course of business**[92](index=92&type=chunk)[233](index=233&type=chunk) - Management believes that the resolution of all such pending matters will **not have a material adverse effect on the company's business, results of operations, financial condition, or cash flows**[92](index=92&type=chunk)[234](index=234&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=42&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) This section updates the risk factors from the previous annual report, specifically adding a new risk related to NYSE listing compliance and replacing a previous risk factor concerning reliance on government customers - The company was **notified on March 24, 2023, of non-compliance with NYSE Rule 802.01C** (**minimum average closing price of $1.00 over 30 trading days**). **Failure to regain compliance could lead to delisting, negatively affecting stock price, liquidity, and financing ability**[236](index=236&type=chunk)[237](index=237&type=chunk) - The company relies on a **limited number of government customers**, which accounted for **approximately 46% of Q1 2023 revenues**, with **three government customers generating about 70%** of that. **Government contracts can be terminated at any time**, as exemplified by **NOAA's intent not to renew a weather contract** (**expected $9.9 million revenue impact**)[238](index=238&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=43&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) No unregistered sales of equity securities or use of proceeds were reported for the period - **No unregistered sales of equity securities and use of proceeds were reported**[240](index=240&type=chunk) [Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=43&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) This item is not applicable to the current report - **This item is not applicable**[241](index=241&type=chunk) [Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures](index=43&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This item is not applicable to the current report - **This item is not applicable**[242](index=242&type=chunk) [Item 5. Other Information](index=43&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) No other information was reported for the period - **No other information was reported**[243](index=243&type=chunk) [Item 6. Exhibits](index=44&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists the exhibits filed as part of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, including corporate documents, certifications, and XBRL taxonomy documents - The exhibits filed include the **Certificate of Incorporation, Bylaws, Certifications of the Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer, and various Inline XBRL Taxonomy Extension Documents**[245](index=245&type=chunk)[246](index=246&type=chunk) [Signatures](index=45&type=section&id=Signatures) [Signatures](index=45&type=section&id=Signatures) This section contains the required signatures of the registrant's principal executive officer and principal financial officer, certifying the report - The report was **signed by Peter Platzer, Chief Executive Officer, and Thomas Krywe, Chief Financial Officer, on May 10, 2023**[251](index=251&type=chunk)
Spire (SPIR) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report
2023-03-14 16:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 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 001-39493 SPIRE GLOBAL, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its Charter) Delaware 85-1276957 (State or other jurisdiction of ( ...
Spire (SPIR) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2023-03-09 05:16
Spire Global 2 This presentation contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events or our future performance. In some cases, you can identify forwardlooking statements because they contain words such as "will," "expect," "plan," "going to," "intend," "target," "project," "believe," "estimate," "potential," or "continue," or the negative of the ...
Spire (SPIR) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-03-09 02:47
Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE:SPIR) Q4 2022 Earnings Conference Call March 8, 2023 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Ben Hackman – Head-Investor Relations Peter Platzer – Chief Executive Officer Tom Krywe – Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Erik Rasmussen – Stifel Austin Moeller – Canaccord Ric Prentiss – Raymond James Steven Pawlak – Baird Will Jackson – Credit Suisse Stefanos Crist – CJS Securities Elizabeth Grenfell – Bank of America Operator Good afternoon and welcome to the Spire Global Fou ...
Spire (SPIR) - 2022 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-11-10 03:14
Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE:SPIR) Q3 2022 Earnings Conference Call November 9, 2022 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Ben Hackman - Head, IR Peter Platzer - CEO, President and Director Tom Krywe - CFO Conference Call Participants Ric Prentiss - Raymond James Stefanos Crist - CJS Securities Scott Deuschle - Credit Suisse Elizabeth Grenfell - Bank of America Operator Greetings and welcome to the Spire Global Third Quarter 2022 Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode. A question-and-answer se ...
Spire (SPIR) - 2022 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2022-11-09 16:00
[PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=5&type=section&id=PART%20I.%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) This section provides the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements, management's analysis, market risk disclosures, and internal control assessments [Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=5&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Unaudited%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The unaudited financial statements for September 30, 2022, show increased revenue, continued net losses, decreased assets, and increased liabilities, with operations funded by financing activities [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=6&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) The balance sheets show a decrease in cash and total assets, while total liabilities, particularly long-term debt, increased from December 2021 to September 2022 | Account | Sep 30, 2022 (in thousands) | Dec 31, 2021 (in thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Assets** | | | | Cash and cash equivalents | $59,443 | $109,256 | | Total current assets | $109,456 | $131,574 | | Goodwill | $49,537 | $53,627 | | Total assets | $266,615 | $290,194 | | **Liabilities & Stockholders' Equity** | | | | Total current liabilities | $32,796 | $24,920 | | Long-term debt | $97,070 | $51,124 | | Warrant liability | $4,046 | $11,482 | | Total liabilities | $144,275 | $99,987 | | Total stockholders' equity | $122,340 | $190,207 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) The statements of operations indicate significant revenue growth and gross profit improvement, alongside continued operating and net losses for both the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022 | Metric (in thousands) | Three Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 | Three Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 | Nine Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 | Nine Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | $20,418 | $9,561 | $57,883 | $28,390 | | Gross Profit | $10,220 | $4,223 | $28,266 | $15,997 | | Loss from operations | $(16,356) | $(17,372) | $(52,783) | $(43,792) | | Net loss | $(21,811) | $(56,108) | $(71,868) | $(102,668) | | Basic and diluted net loss per share | $(0.16) | $(0.83) | $(0.51) | $(2.75) | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=12&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) The cash flow statements show continued negative cash flow from operating and investing activities, offset by significant cash provided by financing activities, resulting in a net decrease in cash for the nine months ended September 30, 2022 | Cash Flow Activity (in thousands) | Nine Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 | Nine Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash used in operating activities | $(42,708) | $(40,008) | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(38,342) | $(9,449) | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $25,369 | $291,367 | | Net (decrease) increase in cash | $(49,855) | $242,981 | | Cash at end of period | $59,790 | $258,967 | [Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=14&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Unaudited%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The notes provide details on the company's business, its history of operating losses and negative cash flows, remaining performance obligations, and a new $120 million term loan facility - The company is a global provider of space-based data and analytics with four main solutions: Maritime, Aviation, Weather, and Space Services, operating a proprietary constellation of nanosatellites[29](index=29&type=chunk) - The company has a history of operating losses and negative cash flows, with a net loss of **$71.9 million** and cash used in operations of **$42.7 million** for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, though management believes current cash and borrowings are sufficient for at least one year[38](index=38&type=chunk) Remaining Performance Obligations | Metric | Amount (as of Sep 30, 2022) | | :--- | :--- | | Remaining Performance Obligations | $148,166 thousand | | Expected recognition (next 12 months) | 37% | | Expected recognition (thereafter) | 63% | - In June 2022, the company entered into a new financing agreement with Blue Torch for a term loan facility of up to **$120 million**, maturing in June 2026, with proceeds used to repay the existing **$70 million** facility with FP Credit Partners[68](index=68&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=32&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management's discussion highlights a significant increase in Q3 2022 revenue and ARR driven by acquisition and organic growth, alongside continued net losses and increased operating expenses, supported by a new $120 million term loan facility [Key Business Metrics](index=34&type=section&id=Key%20Business%20Metrics) Key business metrics show substantial growth in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) and ARR customers, alongside a strong organic ARR Net Retention Rate, indicating successful customer expansion Annual Recurring Revenue and Customers | Metric | As of Sep 30, 2022 | As of Sep 30, 2021 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) | $98.1 million | $45.2 million | 117% | | ARR Customers | 690 | 206 | 235% | | ARR Solution Customers | 717 | 225 | 219% | - The organic ARR Net Retention Rate was **135%** for the three months ended September 30, 2022, up from **111%** for the same period in 2021, indicating success in the "land and expand" strategy with existing customers[154](index=154&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=37&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Results of operations detail a significant increase in revenue and gross profit, with an improved gross margin, alongside rising operating expenses and a substantial loss on debt extinguishment Consolidated Statements of Operations Summary | Metric (in thousands) | Q3 2022 | Q3 2021 | % Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | $20,418 | $9,561 | 114% | | Cost of Revenue | $10,198 | $5,338 | 91% | | Gross Profit | $10,220 | $4,223 | 142% | | Gross Margin | 50% | 44% | +6% | | R&D Expense | $8,879 | $7,804 | 14% | | Sales & Marketing Expense | $7,794 | $5,574 | 40% | | General & Administrative Expense | $9,903 | $8,217 | 21% | - The Q3 2022 revenue increase of **$10.9 million** was driven by **$4.7 million** from the exactEarth acquisition and the remainder from organic growth in new and existing customers[169](index=169&type=chunk) - The acquisition of exactEarth negatively impacted gross margin by approximately **12%** in Q3 2022, with about two-thirds of this impact driven by purchase accounting adjustments like reduced deferred revenue and increased amortization[177](index=177&type=chunk) - The company recognized a **$22.5 million** loss on extinguishment of debt during the nine months ended September 30, 2022, related to the payoff of the FP Term Loan facility[82](index=82&type=chunk)[206](index=206&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=44&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company's liquidity is supported by cash, marketable securities, and a new $120 million term loan facility, which management believes is sufficient for the next 12 months, despite continued negative operating and investing cash flows - As of September 30, 2022, the company held **$59.4 million** in cash and cash equivalents and **$22.4 million** in marketable securities, which management believes is sufficient to meet working capital needs for at least the next 12 months[219](index=219&type=chunk)[222](index=222&type=chunk) - In June 2022, the company entered into a new **$120 million** term loan facility with Blue Torch, maturing in 2026, with a portion of the proceeds used to repay the previous **$70 million** facility with FP Credit Partners[223](index=223&type=chunk) Cash Flow Activities | Cash Flow Activity (in thousands) | Nine Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 | Nine Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash used in operating activities | $(42,708) | $(40,008) | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(38,342) | $(9,449) | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $25,369 | $291,367 | [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=50&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company faces market risks from foreign currency fluctuations, unhedged exposure to floating interest rates on its credit facility, and potential impacts from inflation on expenditures - A hypothetical **10%** change in the U.S. dollar exchange rate would have impacted the pre-tax loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, by approximately **$2.9 million**[273](index=273&type=chunk) - The company is exposed to interest rate risk through its Blue Torch Credit Facility, which has a floating rate based on SOFR, where a hypothetical **100 basis point (1%)** increase in the interest rate would impact annual results of operations by approximately **$1.2 million**[275](index=275&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=51&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were ineffective due to identified material weaknesses in the control environment, risk assessment, segregation of duties, complex transactions, and IT general controls, with remediation efforts underway - The Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were **not effective** as of September 30, 2022[279](index=279&type=chunk) - Material weaknesses were identified in several areas, including an ineffective **Control Environment** lacking sufficient accounting professionals, an inadequate **Risk Assessment** process, insufficient **Segregation of Duties**, ineffective controls over **Complex Transactions** (warrants, business combinations, contingent earnout liability), and deficiencies in **IT General Controls** (user access, program change management, program development testing)[280](index=280&type=chunk)[282](index=282&type=chunk) - The company is undertaking remediation efforts, including hiring a chief accounting officer and other personnel, engaging third parties to assist with risk assessment and segregation of duties analysis, and implementing improved controls over complex transactions and IT systems[284](index=284&type=chunk)[285](index=285&type=chunk)[286](index=286&type=chunk) [PART II. OTHER INFORMATION](index=54&type=section&id=PART%20II.%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) This section covers legal proceedings, significant risk factors, and other required disclosures, including details on equity sales, defaults, mine safety, and exhibits [Legal Proceedings](index=54&type=section&id=Item%201.%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, the company is not a party to any legal proceedings that would have a material adverse effect on its business[293](index=293&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=54&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) The company faces significant risks including a history of losses, operational complexities, reliance on key customers and third parties, intense competition, regulatory challenges, cybersecurity threats, and identified material weaknesses in internal controls - Key risks highlighted by the company include a history of net losses and uncertainty of future profitability, significant operational risks related to complex satellite technology and potential failures, reliance on a limited number of government customers, intense competition and rapid technological changes, dependence on third parties for data and components, cybersecurity and data privacy risks, complex regulatory requirements, identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, and substantial indebtedness under its credit facility[296](index=296&type=chunk)[299](index=299&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=88&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) There were no unregistered sales of equity securities during the period - None[512](index=512&type=chunk) [Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=88&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) Not applicable - Not applicable[513](index=513&type=chunk) [Mine Safety Disclosures](index=88&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) Not applicable - Not applicable[514](index=514&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=88&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) There is no other information to report - None[515](index=515&type=chunk) [Exhibits](index=89&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists the exhibits filed with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, including the company's Certificate of Incorporation, Bylaws, an Equity Distribution Agreement, and certifications from the Principal Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer