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SunPower(SPWR) - 2020 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2021-02-18 05:00
Q4 2020 Performance & Growth - SunPower's MWr increased by 41%[3] - DevCo gross margin per watt increased by approximately 50%[3] - The company added 13,000 new residential customers[3] - Commercial & Industrial Solutions (CIS) experienced a 65% MWr growth[3] - Residential value creation in Q4 2020 was $0.46/W[16] Financial Highlights - Q4 2020 revenue was $342 million[34] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2020 was $39 million[34] - Net recourse debt was reduced to approximately $281 million[3, 34] - Devco gross margin per watt was $0.50[3, 34] Future Outlook & Priorities - The company anticipates approximately 35% revenue growth in 2021[12] - Expects approximately 3X EBITDA growth in 2021 and over 40% in 2022[13] - Residential lease and loan value creation is expected to be greater than 50% in 2021[3]
SunPower(SPWR) - 2020 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-02-18 04:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4 2020, the company achieved a gross margin per watt of approximately $0.50, up 50% from $0.34 in Q3 2020, with residential gross margin at $0.64 per watt [22] - The net debt to EBITDA ratio was reduced to less than 2.5x, and the company significantly deleveraged its balance sheet [8][24] - Adjusted EBITDA is expected to triple in 2021, with growth of more than 40% anticipated in 2022 [13][26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The residential and light commercial segment saw a sequential megawatt growth of 35%, while the C&I solutions segment increased approximately 65% compared to Q3 2020 [21] - Residential value creation rose to $0.46 per watt in Q4 2020, up from $0.30 per watt [15][22] - The company expects residential revenue growth to exceed 40% in 2021, driven by strong momentum and new homes growth [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. residential solar market is projected to accelerate over the next five years, driven by the extension of the ITC and increasing affordability of solar [9] - The new homes market is expected to grow at a rate exceeding 40% due to the California mandate, with the company maintaining a market share of about 50% [9][15] - Demand for storage solutions is rising, with expectations for rapid adoption in both commercial and residential markets [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to capitalize on increasing demand for front-of-the-meter storage solutions and develop new digital services for customers [10][11] - Key priorities for 2021 include executing growth plans, improving profitability through margin expansion, and thoughtfully deploying capital for long-term growth [11][13] - The company is focused on expanding its addressable market, particularly in the electrification of buildings and transportation [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's positioning for long-term, profitable growth following the successful Maxeon split [7] - The company anticipates strong industry tailwinds and continued federal policy support, expecting revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth of more than 40% in 2022 [26] - Management highlighted the importance of improving project economics and enhancing business mix to significantly increase residential value creation [22] Other Important Information - The company ended Q4 2020 with a strong balance sheet and reduced net debt, driven by cash generation from business units [24] - The company plans to release its 2020 sustainability report in the spring, reflecting its commitment to integrating ESG efforts into its corporate strategy [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance clarification regarding EBITDA margin growth - Management indicated that both megawatt growth and revenue growth are better than previously implied, with stronger gross margins expected to translate into improved EBITDA performance [30][31] Question: Visibility on new homes opportunity amid the pandemic - Management confirmed strong visibility in the new homes market, with record backlog and expectations for bookings to set records in Q1 [34] Question: Impact of ITC extension on demand pull-in - Management expressed optimism about potential further extensions of the ITC, which could influence demand positively in 2022 [90] Question: Constraints on module supply - Management stated that most modules are produced outside of China, and they are in good shape regarding supply [42] Question: Digital and product investment sustainability - Management confirmed that digital investments are expected to be recurring but more efficient over time, with a focus on enhancing customer tools and dealer solutions [46][47] Question: Loan product adoption among dealers - More than half of the dealer base is currently using the company's loan product, with expectations for further penetration [72] Question: C&I visibility and backlog - Approximately 75% of the C&I backlog is secured, with the remaining 25% awarded and awaiting construction [69]
SunPower(SPWR) - 2020 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-08-06 02:39
SunPower Corp (NASDAQ:SPWR) Q2 2020 Earnings Conference Call August 5, 2020 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Bob Okunski - VP, IR Thomas Werner - Chairman, President & CEO Jeffrey Waters - CEO, SunPower Technologies Business Unit Manavendra Sial - EVP & CFO Norman Taffe - EVP, North America Residential Conference Call Participants Michael Weinstein - Crédit Suisse Brian Lee - Goldman Sachs Group Philip Shen - ROTH Capital Partners Benjamin Kallo - Robert W. Baird & Co. Colin Rusch - Oppenheimer Julien Dumoul ...
SunPower(SPWR) - 2020 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-05-08 03:09
SunPower Corporation (NASDAQ:SPWR) Q1 2020 Earnings Conference Call May 7, 2020 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Bob Okunski – Vice President-Investor Relations Tom Werner – Chief Executive Officer Jeff Waters – Chief Executive Officer-SunPower Technologies and Maxeon Manu Sial – Chief Financial Officer Norm Taffe – Executive Vice President-Products Conference Call Participants Michael Weinstein – Credit Suisse Alex Meisel – Goldman Sachs Donovan Schafer – ROTH Capital Partners Kristen Owen – Oppenheimer Jul ...
SunPower(SPWR) - 2019 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-02-13 04:03
SunPower Corporation (NASDAQ:SPWR) Q4 2019 Earnings Conference Call February 12, 2020 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Bob Okunski - Vice President, Investor Relations Tom Werner - Chief Executive Officer Manu Sial - Chief Financial Officer Jeff Waters - Chief Executive Officer, SunPower Technologies Norm Taffe - Executive Vice President of North America Residential Conference Call Participants Michael Weinstein - Credit Suisse Brian Lee - Goldman Sachs Philip Shen - ROTH Capital Partners Pavel Molchanov - R ...
SunPower(SPWR) - 2019 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2019-10-31 04:53
SunPower Corporation (NASDAQ:SPWR) Q3 2019 Results Earnings Conference Call October 30, 2019 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Robert Okunski - Senior Director of IR Thomas Werner - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Manavendra Sial - Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Jeff Waters - Chief Executive Officer, SunPower Technologies Norman Taffe - Executive Vice President, North America Residential Nam Nguyen - Executive Vice President and General Manager, Commercial Solar Conference Call Part ...