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Tucows(TCX) - 2022 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2022-08-09 21:06
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 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 1-32600 TUCOWS INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) (State or Other Jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer Inco ...
Tucows(TCX) - 2022 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-05-09 00:32
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q1 2022 increased 14% to $81.1 million from $70.9 million in Q1 2021, driven by strong growth in Ting Fiber Internet Services and Platform Services, up 93% and 973% respectively [32] - Gross profit before network costs increased 28% year-over-year to $31.7 million from $24.7 million, with gross margin before network costs increasing to 39% from 35% [33] - The company reported a net loss of $3 million, or $0.28 per share, compared to net income of $2.1 million, or $0.20 per share, for the same period last year [35] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Domain Services revenue for Q1 was essentially unchanged year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA decreasing 5% primarily due to a stronger Canadian dollar impacting operating expenses [12][32] - Platform Services revenue for Q1 2022 was $6.1 million, up from $0.6 million in Q1 2021, with professional services revenue increasing to $0.8 million [18] - Ting Fiber reported 2,300 net subscriber additions, totaling 27,800 subscribers, with total serviceable addresses reaching 98,100 [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The overall combined renewal rate for Tucows in Q1 remained well above the industry average at 81%, returning to pre-pandemic levels [12] - The wholesale channel revenue for Q1 was up just shy of 1% year-over-year, while the retail channel revenue decreased by 1% [13][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on the transition from reporting business segments to separate businesses, which began in Q1 2022, to provide clearer insights into performance [2][7] - Wavelo aims to transform the telecom software market, which is trending north of $100 billion, by addressing customer dissatisfaction in telecom billing [16][20] - Ting Fiber is expanding aggressively, with significant new market announcements and a focus on increasing construction pace and CapEx spend [23][26] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted the gap between value creation and realization, particularly for Wavelo and Ting, indicating that the market may not yet fully appreciate the potential of these segments [40][41] - The company is optimistic about the long-term growth opportunities in the coax-to-fiber transition in the US, despite the current challenges [40][42] Other Important Information - The company generated $5.4 million in cash from operations in Q1, down from $14.1 million in Q1 2021, primarily due to increased prepaid expenses and timing of accounts receivable collections [38] - Deferred revenue at the end of Q1 was $152 million, up 3% from the previous quarter but down 3% year-over-year [38] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the outlook for Wavelo's subscriber base? - Management recommended consulting DISH's quarterly earnings reports for insights on subscriber growth, noting DISH's 5G network launch in Las Vegas and plans for broader coverage [19]
Tucows(TCX) - 2022 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2022-05-05 21:06
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 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 1-32600 TUCOWS INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) (State or Other Jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer Inc ...
Tucows(TCX) - 2021 Q4 - Annual Report
2022-03-01 22:06
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K FOR ANNUAL AND TRANSITION REPORTS PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (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, 2021 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number 001-32600 Tucows Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant ...
Tucows(TCX) - 2021 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-02-11 02:32
Tucows Inc. (NASDAQ:TCX) Q4 2021 Earnings Conference Call February 10, 2022 6:00 PM ET Company Participants Monica Webb - Senior Director, Market Development, Strategic Partnerships, and IR Elliot Noss - President and CEO Dave Singh - CFO Conference Call Participants Operator Welcome to Tucows' Fourth Quarter 2021 Management Commentary. We have prerecorded prepared remarks regarding the quarter and outlook for the company. A Tucows-generated transcript of these remarks with relevant links is also available ...
Tucows(TCX) - 2021 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-11-06 14:29
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q3 2021 was $75.9 million, a 2% increase from $74.3 million in Q3 2020, driven by growth in Fiber Internet Services revenue [21][4] - Net income for Q3 2021 was $1.4 million or $0.13 per share, compared to $700,000 or $0.07 per share in Q3 2020 [5][28] - Cash flow from operations was $1.5 million, down from $11.4 million in Q3 2020, primarily due to short-term accounting impacts and supply chain measures [5][29] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q3 2021 was $12.2 million, compared to $13.3 million in Q3 2020 [6][28] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Domain Services revenue was essentially unchanged year-over-year, with gross margin slightly down to $18.5 million from $18.9 million [23][7] - Mobile Services revenue decreased by 4%, reflecting a 30-day loss of revenue from customers sold to DISH, but MSE revenue increased over 200% year-over-year [21][12] - Fiber Internet Services revenue increased by 42% year-over-year, with gross margin slightly up to just over $3 million [21][25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total registrations in the Domain Services segment were 3.8 million, down 6% from last year but in line with Q3 2019 [8][10] - Retail channel registrations were just over 370,000, down 4% from last year but up 2% from Q3 2019 [10] - The renewal rate for wholesale domains was 78%, down from around 80% historically, but still above the industry average [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to separate its three businesses further in 2022, allowing for operational efficiency and clearer investor communication [30][32] - The acquisition of Simply Bits is seen as a strategic move to leverage wireless expertise and expand market opportunities in Southern Arizona [17][18] - The company aims to double its serviceable addresses and subscribers in the Ting Internet business next year [16] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the MSE model is expected to become more predictable in 2022, with financial benefits from additional work coming in [14][15] - The company is optimistic about new market opportunities and plans to announce developments in the coming months [19] - Management emphasized the importance of culture and talent attraction as key differentiators for future growth [33] Other Important Information - The company experienced a 38% increase in network expenses due to depreciation on fiber network assets [27] - Deferred revenue at the end of Q3 was $152 million, down 2% from the previous quarter [29] Q&A Session Summary - The company invited written questions from shareholders and analysts, with responses to be posted on November 18 [36]
Tucows(TCX) - 2021 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2021-11-04 21:17
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 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 1-32600 TUCOWS INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Pennsylvania 23-2707366 (State or Other Jurisdic ...
Tucows(TCX) - 2021 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-08-08 23:44
Tucows Inc. (NASDAQ:TCX) Q2 2021 Earnings Conference Call August 5, 2021 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Monica Webb - Head of Market Development & Strategic Partnerships Elliot Noss - President & Chief Executive Officer Dave Singh - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Monica Webb Welcome to Tucows Second Quarter 2021 Management Commentary. We have pre-recorded prepared remarks regarding the quarter and outlook for the company. A Tucows-generated transcripts of these remarks with relevant l ...
Tucows(TCX) - 2021 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2021-08-07 17:05
Business Overview - Tucows operates three distinct businesses leveraging central technical, administrative, and support competencies: Domain Services, Mobile Services, and Fiber Internet Services[18] - The company emphasizes consistent and reliable revenue and cash flow generation through high-volume, low-cost subscription services[14] - Tucows has a proven track record of long-term performance, including 19 consecutive years of revenue growth and positive cash flow from operations[23, 25] - As of June 30, 2021, Tucows' annual ROI since going public is 182%[26] Domain Services - Tucows is the second-largest domain name registrar in the world, managing approximately 26 million domains[37, 38] - The company facilitates approximately 15 million domain transactions every month[39] - Tucows has a global footprint in over 150 countries, serving over 36000 reseller customers[43, 41] Mobile Services - Ting Mobile transitioned from MVNO to Mobile Services Enabler (MSE) effective August 1, 2020, with DISH Networks acquiring Ting Mobile customer relationships[49] Fiber Internet Services - Ting Internet provides gigabit speeds over fiber-to-the-premise networks, offering speeds 50x faster than average US download speed and 1000x faster than average US upload speed[54, 55, 56] - The cost to build per serviceable address for Fiber Internet Services ranges from $1000 to $1500, with an expected take rate of 20% in year 1 and 50% in year 5[57, 59, 60] - As of Q2 2021, Ting Internet had 20069 subscribers[63] Financial Highlights (Q2 2021) - Net revenue decreased by 86% to $75093000 for the three months ended June 30, 2021, compared to $82122000 for the same period in 2020[69] - Net income increased by 1051% to $1807000 for the three months ended June 30, 2021, compared to $157000 for the same period in 2020[69]
Tucows(TCX) - 2021 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2021-08-05 21:08
[PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=3&type=section&id=PART%20I%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) [Item 1. Consolidated Financial Statements](index=3&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) Presents Tucows Inc.'s unaudited consolidated financial statements, including balance sheets, income, cash flows, and detailed accounting notes [Consolidated Balance Sheets (unaudited)](index=4&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets%20%28unaudited%29%20as%20of%20June%2030%2C%202021%20and%20December%2031%2C%202020) - Total assets increased by **$31.6 million (7.0%)** from December 31, 2020, to June 30, 2021, primarily driven by increases in property and equipment and deferred costs of fulfillment[15](index=15&type=chunk) - Total liabilities increased by **$33.1 million (9.5%)** over the same period, mainly due to an increase in loan payable and current liabilities[16](index=16&type=chunk) Consolidated Balance Sheets (in thousands) | Metric | June 30, 2021 (in thousands) | December 31, 2020 (in thousands) | | :-------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :------------------------------- | | Total Assets | $483,532 | $451,903 | | Total Current Assets | $146,435 | $141,200 | | Total Liabilities | $380,222 | $347,106 | | Total Current Liabilities | $170,697 | $162,965 | | Total Stockholders' Equity | $110,824 | $104,698 | [Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (unaudited)](index=6&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations%20and%20Comprehensive%20Income%20%28unaudited%29%20for%20the%20three%20and%20six%20months%20ended%20June%2030%2C%202021%20and%202020) - Net revenues decreased by **9%** for the three months and **12%** for the six months ended June 30, 2021, primarily due to the sale of the majority of the Ting Mobile customer base[19](index=19&type=chunk) - Net income significantly increased for both the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, largely driven by a gain on the sale of Ting customer assets[19](index=19&type=chunk) Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (in thousands) | Metric (in thousands) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Net Revenues | $75,093 | $82,122 | $145,968 | $166,107 | | Gross Profit | $18,239 | $22,966 | $35,692 | $48,116 | | Income from Operations | $(2,034) | $1,537 | $(3,165) | $6,709 | | Net Income | $1,807 | $157 | $3,956 | $2,991 | | Basic EPS | $0.17 | $0.01 | $0.37 | $0.28 | | Diluted EPS | $0.17 | $0.01 | $0.37 | $0.28 | [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (unaudited)](index=8&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows%20%28unaudited%29%20for%20the%20six%20months%20ended%20June%2030%2C%202021%20and%202020) - Cash provided by operating activities decreased by **23%** for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to the prior year[22](index=22&type=chunk)[303](index=303&type=chunk) - Cash used in investing activities increased by **22%** due to significant investments in property and equipment for Fiber network expansion and an investment in securities[22](index=22&type=chunk)[306](index=306&type=chunk) - Cash provided by financing activities significantly increased, primarily from **$18.0 million** in proceeds from the Amended 2019 Credit Facility drawdown[22](index=22&type=chunk)[305](index=305&type=chunk) Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (in thousands) | Metric (in thousands) | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Operating Activities | $17,604 | $23,012 | | Investing Activities | $(37,834) | $(30,932) | | Financing Activities | $19,177 | $(3,614) | | Net Change in Cash | $(1,053) | $(11,534) | | Cash, End of Period | $7,258 | $8,859 | [Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)](index=10&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements%20%28unaudited%29) [Note 1. Organization of the Company](index=10&type=section&id=1.%20Organization%20of%20the%20Company) - Tucows Inc. provides high-speed fixed Internet access, Mobile Service Enabler (MSE) solutions, retail mobile phone services, and global Internet services like domain name registration, digital certificates, and email[24](index=24&type=chunk) [Note 2. Basis of Presentation](index=10&type=section&id=2.%20Basis%20of%20Presentation) - The unaudited interim consolidated financial statements reflect normal recurring adjustments and follow the same accounting policies as the 2020 Annual Report, with no material changes except for segment reporting and fair value measurement[25](index=25&type=chunk)[26](index=26&type=chunk) [Note 3. Recent Accounting Pronouncements](index=10&type=section&id=3.%20Recent%20Accounting%20Pronouncements) - The company is evaluating ASU No. 2020-04, Reference Rate Reform, which provides optional guidance to ease the burden of reference rate reform on financial reporting, particularly for contracts based on LIBOR[27](index=27&type=chunk)[28](index=28&type=chunk) [Note 4. Acquisitions](index=10&type=section&id=4.%20Acquisitions) - On January 1, 2020, Tucows acquired Cedar Holdings Group, Incorporated, a fiber Internet provider business[29](index=29&type=chunk) [Note 5. Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities](index=12&type=section&id=5.%20Derivative%20Instruments%20and%20Hedging%20Activities) - Tucows uses derivative instruments, specifically foreign exchange forward contracts and an interest rate swap, to manage foreign exchange rate risk and interest rate risk, not for speculative purposes[30](index=30&type=chunk)[31](index=31&type=chunk)[32](index=32&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2021, the notional amount of forward contracts to sell U.S. dollars for Canadian dollars was **$10.8 million**, with **$9.2 million** designated as hedges. The interest rate swap's notional amount remained **$70 million**[34](index=34&type=chunk)[35](index=35&type=chunk) Fair Value of Derivative Instruments (in thousands) | Derivative Type | Balance Sheet Location | June 30, 2021 Fair Value Asset (Liability) | December 31, 2020 Fair Value Asset (Liability) | | :------------------------------------------------ | :--------------------- | :----------------------------------------- | :--------------------------------------------- | | Foreign Currency Forward Contracts (designated) | Derivative instruments | $1,456 | $3,254 | | Interest Rate Swap Contract (designated) | Derivative instruments | $(26) | $(213) | | Foreign Currency Forward Contracts (not designated) | Derivative instruments | $247 | $606 | | Total | Derivative instruments | $1,677 | $3,647 | [Note 6. Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets](index=16&type=section&id=6.%20Goodwill%20and%20Other%20Intangible%20Assets) - Goodwill remained stable at **$116.3 million** as of June 30, 2021, with **93%** allocated to Domain Services and **7%** to Fiber Internet Services. No impairment was recognized[42](index=42&type=chunk)[43](index=43&type=chunk) - Amortization expense for intangible assets was **$2.3 million** for the three months and **$5.0 million** for the six months ended June 30, 2021[46](index=46&type=chunk) Net Book Value of Acquired Intangible Assets (in thousands) | Asset Type | Amortization Period | June 30, 2021 | December 31, 2020 | | :------------------- | :------------------ | :------------ | :---------------- | | Surname domain names | Indefinite life | $11,156 | $11,157 | | Navigation domain names | Indefinite life | $1,135 | $1,135 | | Brand | 7 years | $5,986 | $7,021 | | Customer relationships | 3 - 7 years | $23,273 | $26,664 | | Technology | 2 - 7 years | $- | $274 | | Network rights | 15 years | $1,145 | $1,193 | | Total | | $42,695 | $47,444 | [Note 7. Loan Payable](index=18&type=section&id=7.%20Loan%20Payable) - The Amended 2019 Credit Facility provides up to **$240 million**, maturing on June 13, 2023, and is secured by company assets. Borrowings accrue interest based on the Total Funded Debt to Adjusted EBITDA ratio[48](index=48&type=chunk)[49](index=49&type=chunk)[52](index=52&type=chunk) - The company was in compliance with all financial covenants (Total Funded Debt to Adjusted EBITDA Ratio, Interest Coverage Ratio, and Capital Expenditures limit) for the periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020[51](index=51&type=chunk) Loan Payable Summary (in thousands) | Metric | June 30, 2021 | December 31, 2020 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------ | :---------------- | | Revolver outstanding | $140,400 | $122,400 | | Less: unamortized debt discount | $(533) | $(667) | | Total Loan Payable | $139,867 | $121,733 | [Note 8. Income Taxes](index=19&type=section&id=8.%20Income%20Taxes) - For the three months ended June 30, 2021, the company recorded an income tax recovery of **$0.1 million**, including a **$0.4 million** tax recovery related to ASU 2016-09[53](index=53&type=chunk) - For the six months ended June 30, 2021, the company recorded an income tax expense of **$1.0 million**, including a **$0.2 million** tax recovery related to ASU 2016-09[55](index=55&type=chunk) Provision for Income Taxes (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Provision for income taxes | $(119) | $449 | $964 | $1,550 | | Effective tax rate | -7% | 74% | 20% | 34% | [Note 9. Basic and Diluted Earnings per Common Share](index=20&type=section&id=9.%20Basic%20and%20Diluted%20Earnings%20per%20Common%20Share) - Basic and diluted EPS significantly increased for both the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to the prior year, reflecting higher net income[61](index=61&type=chunk) - Fewer stock options were excluded from diluted EPS computation in 2021 compared to 2020, indicating more in-the-money options[61](index=61&type=chunk)[62](index=62&type=chunk) Basic and Diluted EPS (in thousands, except per share amounts) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Net income for the period | $1,807 | $157 | $3,956 | $2,991 | | Basic weighted average shares outstanding | 10,633,601 | 10,567,382 | 10,625,748 | 10,589,806 | | Diluted weighted average shares outstanding | 10,797,921 | 10,653,527 | 10,794,523 | 10,684,304 | | Basic earnings per common share | $0.17 | $0.01 | $0.37 | $0.28 | | Diluted earnings per common share | $0.17 | $0.01 | $0.37 | $0.28 | [Note 10. Revenue](index=21&type=section&id=10.%20Revenue) - Tucows generates revenue from Fiber Internet Services, Mobile Services (wholesale platform and retail), and Domain Services (wholesale and retail domain name registration, value-added services, and portfolio services)[63](index=63&type=chunk)[67](index=67&type=chunk)[71](index=71&type=chunk)[79](index=79&type=chunk) - Deferred revenue increased by **$2.7 million** to **$154.9 million** at June 30, 2021, primarily driven by Domain Services (**$3.4 million** increase) offset by Mobile Services (**$1.0 million** decrease)[91](index=91&type=chunk)[209](index=209&type=chunk) Revenue by Segment (in thousands) | Segment (in thousands) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :--------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Fiber Internet Services | $5,825 | $4,414 | $11,196 | $8,722 | | Mobile Services | $7,006 | $17,567 | $11,286 | $37,715 | | Domain Services | $62,262 | $60,141 | $123,486 | $119,670 | | Total Net Revenues | $75,093 | $82,122 | $145,968 | $166,107 | [Note 11. Costs to obtain and fulfill a Contract](index=28&type=section&id=11.%20Costs%20to%20obtain%20and%20fulfill%20a%20Contract) - Deferred costs to fulfill contracts, primarily domain registration costs, increased by **$3.5 million (3%)** to **$114.6 million** at June 30, 2021[95](index=95&type=chunk)[97](index=97&type=chunk)[241](index=241&type=chunk) - For the six months ended June 30, 2021, the company deferred **$92.3 million** and amortized **$88.7 million** of contract costs, with no impairment loss recognized[95](index=95&type=chunk) [Note 12. Leases](index=28&type=section&id=12.%20Leases) - Tucows leases datacenters, corporate offices, and fiber-optic cables under operating leases with terms ranging from 1 to 20 years[98](index=98&type=chunk) - The weighted average remaining lease term is **7.87 years**, with a weighted average discount rate of **3.30%** as of June 30, 2021[100](index=100&type=chunk) Total Lease Cost (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :---------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Total Lease Cost | $702 | $802 | $1,463 | $1,721 | [Note 13. Segment Reporting](index=30&type=section&id=13.%20Segment%20Reporting) - Effective Q1 2021, Tucows reorganized its reporting structure into three operating segments: Fiber Internet Services, Mobile Services, and Domain Services, reflecting a shift in business and management structures[105](index=105&type=chunk)[106](index=106&type=chunk) - Key measures of segment performance are Segment Gross Margin and Segment Adjusted EBITDA, which exclude certain corporate costs and non-cash items[110](index=110&type=chunk)[113](index=113&type=chunk) Segment Adjusted EBITDA (in thousands) | Segment (in thousands) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :--------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Fiber Internet Services | $(3,320) | $(1,071) | $(5,913) | $(2,133) | | Mobile Services | $5,284 | $3,868 | $9,763 | $8,856 | | Domain Services | $12,750 | $12,351 | $26,570 | $23,898 | | Consolidated Totals | $11,158 | $12,175 | $23,881 | $24,856 | [Note 14. Stockholders' Equity](index=36&type=section&id=14.%20Stockholders%27%20Equity) - Total stockholders' equity increased by **$6.1 million** to **$110.8 million** from December 31, 2020, to June 30, 2021, driven by net income and stock-based compensation, partially offset by other comprehensive loss[121](index=121&type=chunk) - The company did not repurchase shares under its 2021 stock buyback program for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021[122](index=122&type=chunk) Stockholders' Equity Transactions (in thousands, except share count) | Metric | Balances, Dec 31, 2020 | Exercise of Stock Options | Shares Deducted for Taxes | Stock-based Compensation | Net Income | Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) | Balances, June 30, 2021 | | :-------------------------------- | :--------------------- | :------------------------ | :------------------------ | :----------------------- | :--------- | :-------------------------------- | :---------------------- | | Common Stock (Number) | 10,612,414 | 73,875 | (20,775) | - | - | - | 10,665,514 | | Common Stock (Amount) | $20,798 | $2,659 | - | - | - | - | $23,457 | | Additional Paid-in Capital | $1,458 | $(1,183) | $(298) | $2,231 | - | - | $2,208 | | Retained Earnings | $80,106 | - | - | - | $3,956 | - | $84,062 | | Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) | $2,336 | - | - | - | - | $(1,239) | $1,097 | | Total Stockholders' Equity | $104,698 | $1,476 | $(298) | $2,231 | $3,956 | $(1,239) | $110,824 | [Note 15. Share-based Payments](index=37&type=section&id=15.%20Share-based%20Payments) - Total unrecognized compensation cost for unvested stock options was approximately **$11.2 million** as of June 30, 2021, to be recognized over a weighted average period of **2.2 years**[128](index=128&type=chunk) - Stock-based compensation expense was **$1.2 million** for the three months and **$2.2 million** for the six months ended June 30, 2021, an increase from the prior year periods[129](index=129&type=chunk)[130](index=130&type=chunk) Stock Option Activity (Number of Shares) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :----------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Outstanding, beginning | 808,469 | 730,037 | 845,020 | 754,497 | | Granted | 239,050 | 190,025 | 239,050 | 195,525 | | Exercised | (45,538) | (16,922) | (73,875) | (41,935) | | Forfeited | (9,498) | (4,826) | (17,562) | (8,315) | | Expired | (1,386) | (1,036) | (1,536) | (2,494) | | Outstanding, end | 991,097 | 897,278 | 991,097 | 897,278 | | Exercisable, end | 438,437 | 390,868 | 438,437 | 390,868 | [Note 16. Fair Value Measurement](index=40&type=section&id=16.%20Fair%20Value%20Measurement) - The company uses a valuation hierarchy (Level 1, 2, 3) for fair value measurements, with derivative instruments primarily classified under Level 2[132](index=132&type=chunk)[134](index=134&type=chunk) Fair Value of Derivative Instruments (in thousands) | Metric | June 30, 2021 | December 31, 2020 | | :-------------------------- | :------------ | :---------------- | | Derivative instrument asset, net | $1,677 | $3,647 | | Total assets, net | $1,677 | $3,647 | [Note 17. Other income](index=40&type=section&id=17.%20Other%20income) - Tucows recognized a gain of **$4.8 million** for the three months and **$10.2 million** for the six months ended June 30, 2021, from the sale of Ting customer assets to DISH Wireless, L.L.C. in August 2020[135](index=135&type=chunk)[136](index=136&type=chunk) - This income is a 10-year payment stream based on the margin generated by the transferred subscribers[135](index=135&type=chunk) [Note 18. Contingencies](index=41&type=section&id=18.%20Contingencies) - Management believes that the resolution of current legal claims and lawsuits will not have a material adverse effect on the company's financial position[137](index=137&type=chunk) [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=42&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses Tucows' financial condition and results for Q2 2021, covering segment performance, risks, COVID-19 impact, and liquidity [SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS](index=42&type=section&id=SPECIAL%20NOTE%20REGARDING%20FORWARD-LOOKING%20STATEMENTS) - The report contains forward-looking statements regarding financial results and business aspects, subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially[139](index=139&type=chunk) - Key factors affecting performance include working capital, debt servicing, vendor/customer relationships, competition, personnel retention, effective business management, goodwill impairment, regulatory approvals, fiber network investments, tax consequences, acquisition integration, COVID-19 impacts, and anticipated payments from DISH - All forward-looking statements are based on information available as of the document date, with no obligation to update except as required by law[139](index=139&type=chunk)[141](index=141&type=chunk) [OVERVIEW](index=44&type=section&id=OVERVIEW) - Tucows' mission is to provide simple, useful Internet services, reducing complexity for customers accessing the Internet and using services like domain name registration and email[143](index=143&type=chunk)[144](index=144&type=chunk) - In Q1 2021, the company reorganized into three operating segments: Fiber Internet Services, Mobile Services, and Domain Services, with the CEO now reviewing these as distinct segments[144](index=144&type=chunk)[145](index=145&type=chunk) - Fiber Internet Services: Provides fixed high-speed Internet access (Ting Internet) in select U.S. towns, with **20,000 active subscribers** and **71,000 serviceable addresses** as of June 30, 2021[147](index=147&type=chunk)[148](index=148&type=chunk)[149](index=149&type=chunk)[150](index=150&type=chunk) - Mobile Services: Includes Mobile Service Enabler (MSE) platform and professional services, plus retail mobile phone services for a small customer subset after selling most of its legacy retail mobile customer relationships to DISH in August 2020[151](index=151&type=chunk)[152](index=152&type=chunk)[156](index=156&type=chunk)[157](index=157&type=chunk) - Domain Services: Offers wholesale and retail domain name registration, value-added services (e.g., hosted email, WHOIS privacy), and portfolio services through brands like OpenSRS, eNom, Ascio, EPAG, and Hover, managing **25.6 million domains**[158](index=158&type=chunk)[161](index=161&type=chunk)[165](index=165&type=chunk) Net Revenues (in millions) | Period | 2021 (in millions) | 2020 (in millions) | | :-------------------- | :----------------- | :----------------- | | Three months ended June 30 | $75.1 | $82.1 | | Six months ended June 30 | $146.0 | $166.1 | [OPPORTUNITIES, CHALLENGES AND RISKS](index=48&type=section&id=OPPORTUNITIES%2C%20CHALLENGES%20AND%20RISKS) - Foreign Currency Risk: Fluctuations in USD/CAD exchange rates can materially affect financial results, with hedging programs in place to mitigate risk[167](index=167&type=chunk) - Fiber Internet Services: Significant upfront investments in FTTH deployments carry risks of non-recovery due to technological, regulatory, and competitive changes[168](index=168&type=chunk) - Mobile Services: High concentration risk with DISH as the sole MSE platform customer, and profitability tied to DISH's subscriber volumes. The 10-year payment stream from the Ting customer asset sale is also subject to churn and profitability risks. The company also retains minimum revenue commitments with an excluded MNO agreement[170](index=170&type=chunk)[171](index=171&type=chunk)[172](index=172&type=chunk)[173](index=173&type=chunk) - Domain Services: Intense competition and pricing pressure in the domain market, requiring focus on scalability, customer service, and maintaining renewal rates. Revenue from domain name sales and advertising faces flat to declining trends[174](index=174&type=chunk)[175](index=175&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Policies](index=50&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Policies) - No material changes to critical accounting policies and estimates were reported, as previously disclosed in the 2020 Annual Report[177](index=177&type=chunk) [Current COVID-19 Response](index=50&type=section&id=Current%20COVID-19%20Response) - Employees: Tucows continues its remote work policy, with field teams (e.g., Fiber installation) following social distancing and safety protocols[178](index=178&type=chunk) - Customers: Uninterrupted service for Domain and Mobile segments. Fiber Internet upgraded lower-tier customers to gigabit access at no charge. New customer acquisition for Fiber Internet remains slower due to modified safe-install solutions and customer reluctance for in-home visits[179](index=179&type=chunk)[180](index=180&type=chunk) - Community: Established free, fiber-fed, drive-up Wi-Fi hotspots in Ting Fiber network cities to provide Internet access for critical services[181](index=181&type=chunk) - Financial & Operational Impacts: Limited impact in 2021, with trends stabilizing. Fiber Internet sees returned growth in subscribers and serviceable addresses. Mobile Services demand impacted, but usage normalizing. Domain Services experienced growth due to increased online presence during the pandemic, but this growth may not be sustained. No significant change to liquidity or credit risk[183](index=183&type=chunk)[184](index=184&type=chunk)[185](index=185&type=chunk)[186](index=186&type=chunk) - Tucows does not anticipate a material impairment with respect to goodwill, intangible assets, long-lived assets, or right-of-use assets due to COVID-19[189](index=189&type=chunk) [RESULTS OF OPERATIONS FOR THE THREE AND SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2021 AS COMPARED TO THE THREE AND SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2020](index=53&type=section&id=RESULTS%20OF%20OPERATIONS%20FOR%20THE%20THREE%20AND%20SIX%20MONTHS%20ENDED%20JUNE%2030%2C%202021%20AS%20COMPARED%20TO%20THE%20THREE%20AND%20SIX%20MONTHS%20ENDED%20JUNE%2030%2C%202020) [NET REVENUES](index=53&type=section&id=NET%20REVENUES) - Total net revenues decreased by **$7.0 million (9%)** for the three months and **$20.1 million (12%)** for the six months ended June 30, 2021, primarily due to a **$10.6 million** (three months) and **$26.4 million** (six months) reduction in Mobile Services revenue[207](index=207&type=chunk)[208](index=208&type=chunk) - Mobile Services revenue decline was driven by the sale of Ting Mobile customer base to DISH and the shutdown of Roam Mobility brands. New Mobile Platform Services and Other Professional Services revenue streams emerged post-DISH agreement[211](index=211&type=chunk)[212](index=212&type=chunk) - Fiber Internet Services revenue increased by **$1.4 million (32%)** for three months and **$2.5 million (29%)** for six months, driven by subscriber growth and network expansion[215](index=215&type=chunk)[216](index=216&type=chunk) - Domain Services revenue increased by **$2.1 million** for three months and **$3.8 million** for six months, reflecting continued wholesale registration growth due to the COVID-19 pandemic[219](index=219&type=chunk)[220](index=220&type=chunk)[221](index=221&type=chunk)[222](index=222&type=chunk) Net Revenues by Segment (in thousands) | Segment (in thousands) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :--------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Fiber Internet Services | $5,825 | $4,414 | $11,196 | $8,722 | | Mobile Services | $7,006 | $17,567 | $11,286 | $37,715 | | Domain Services | $62,262 | $60,141 | $123,486 | $119,670 | | Total Net Revenues | $75,093 | $82,122 | $145,968 | $166,107 | [COST OF REVENUES](index=60&type=section&id=COST%20OF%20REVENUES) - Total cost of revenues decreased by **$2.3 million (4%)** for the three months and **$7.7 million (7%)** for the six months ended June 30, 2021, primarily due to a **$5.3 million** (three months) and **$12.4 million** (six months) reduction in Mobile Services costs[239](index=239&type=chunk)[240](index=240&type=chunk) - Mobile Services cost reduction is a direct result of the transition from MVNO to MSE, including the sale of Ting Mobile customer base and Roam Mobility shutdown[242](index=242&type=chunk)[243](index=243&type=chunk) - Fiber Internet Services costs increased by **$1.3 million (76%)** for three months and **$2.3 million (68%)** for six months, driven by network expansion and upfront investments[244](index=244&type=chunk)[246](index=246&type=chunk) - Domain Services costs increased by **$1.3 million** for three months and **$0.5 million** for six months, aligned with strong performance and domain additions due to COVID-19[247](index=247&type=chunk)[249](index=249&type=chunk) - Network expenses increased by **$0.3 million** for three months and **$2.0 million** for six months, due to Fiber and Mobile service line expansion and increased depreciation, partially offset by lower impairment charges[250](index=250&type=chunk)[251](index=251&type=chunk)[256](index=256&type=chunk)[257](index=257&type=chunk) Cost of Revenues by Segment (in thousands) | Segment (in thousands) | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :--------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Fiber Internet Services | $3,026 | $1,665 | $5,661 | $3,381 | | Mobile Services | $3,320 | $8,660 | $6,098 | $18,517 | | Domain Services | $42,787 | $41,465 | $83,561 | $83,080 | | Network Expenses | $7,721 | $7,366 | $14,956 | $13,013 | | Total Cost of Revenues | $56,854 | $59,156 | $110,276 | $117,991 | [SALES AND MARKETING](index=68&type=section&id=SALES%20AND%20MARKETING) - Sales and marketing expenses increased by **$0.2 million (2%)** for the three months, driven by increased stock-based compensation and Fiber Internet expansion costs, partially offset by Mobile Services marketing savings[260](index=260&type=chunk) - For the six months, expenses decreased by **$0.5 million (3%)**, primarily due to Mobile Services marketing savings, partially offset by increased stock-based compensation[260](index=260&type=chunk)[261](index=261&type=chunk) Sales and Marketing Expenses (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Sales and marketing | $9,376 | $9,218 | $17,687 | $18,203 | [TECHNICAL OPERATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT](index=68&type=section&id=TECHNICAL%20OPERATIONS%20AND%20DEVELOPMENT) - Expenses increased by **$0.1 million (3%)** for the three months, due to higher stock-based compensation and external contractor spending for MSE platform development[263](index=263&type=chunk) - For the six months, expenses increased by **$0.5 million (8%)**, driven by increased salaries, wage inflation, and external contractors for MSE platform development[263](index=263&type=chunk)[264](index=264&type=chunk) Technical Operations and Development Expenses (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Technical operations and development | $3,170 | $3,067 | $6,302 | $5,818 | [GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE](index=68&type=section&id=GENERAL%20AND%20ADMINISTRATIVE) - Expenses decreased by **$0.3 million (5%)** for the three months, due to reduced Mobile Services credit card fees and bad debt charges post-DISH agreement, and lower foreign exchange expenses, partially offset by increased personnel and stock-based compensation[267](index=267&type=chunk) - For the six months, expenses remained flat at **$10.2 million**[267](index=267&type=chunk)[268](index=268&type=chunk) General and Administrative Expenses (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | General and administrative | $5,210 | $5,465 | $10,163 | $10,206 | [DEPRECIATION OF PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT](index=70&type=section&id=DEPRECIATION%20OF%20PROPERTY%20AND%20EQUIPMENT) - Depreciation costs remained relatively flat for both the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to the prior year periods[270](index=270&type=chunk)[271](index=271&type=chunk) Depreciation of Property and Equipment (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Depreciation of property and equipment | $127 | $125 | $248 | $238 | [AMORTIZATION OF INTANGIBLE ASSETS](index=70&type=section&id=AMORTIZATION%20OF%20INTANGIBLE%20ASSETS) - Amortization decreased by **$0.2 million (7%)** for the three months and **$0.8 million (15%)** for the six months, driven by write-offs of Mobile Services related intangible assets (Ting Mobile sale, Roam Mobility shutdown) in the prior year[272](index=272&type=chunk) - This was partially offset by an increase related to the Cedar acquisition[272](index=272&type=chunk)[273](index=273&type=chunk) Amortization of Intangible Assets (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Amortization of intangible assets | $2,322 | $2,504 | $4,642 | $5,451 | [IMPAIRMENT OF DEFINITE LIFE INTANGIBLE ASSETS](index=70&type=section&id=IMPAIRMENT%20OF%20DEFINITE%20LIFE%20INTANGIBLE%20ASSETS) - Impairment decreased by **$1.4 million** for both periods, as the prior year included a write-off of Roam Mobility brands customer relationships due to business shutdown[274](index=274&type=chunk) Impairment of Definite Life Intangible Assets (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Impairment of definite life intangible assets | $- | $1,431 | $- | $1,431 | [LOSS (GAIN) ON CURRENCY FORWARD CONTRACTS](index=71&type=section&id=LOSS%20%28GAIN%29%20ON%20CURRENCY%20FORWARD%20CONTRACTS) - The company recorded a net loss of **$0.1 million** for the three months ended June 30, 2021, compared to a net gain of **$0.4 million** in the prior year[276](index=276&type=chunk) - For the six months, a net gain of **$0.2 million** was recorded, compared to a net loss of **$0.1 million** in the prior year[276](index=276&type=chunk)[277](index=277&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2021, the balance sheet reflected a derivative instrument asset of **$1.8 million** and a liability of **$0.1 million** from foreign exchange contracts[278](index=278&type=chunk) Loss (Gain) on Currency Forward Contracts (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Loss (gain) on currency forward contracts | $63 | $(381) | $(190) | $60 | [OTHER INCOME (EXPENSES)](index=72&type=section&id=OTHER%20INCOME%20%28EXPENSES%29) - Other income increased by **$4.7 million** for the three months and **$10.3 million** for the six months, primarily due to the gain on sale of Ting Customer Assets to DISH (**$4.8 million** and **$10.2 million**, respectively)[280](index=280&type=chunk) - This increase was partially offset by higher interest expense on the Amended 2019 Credit Facility for the three-month period, though interest was lower for the six-month period due to lower variable rates[280](index=280&type=chunk)[281](index=281&type=chunk) Other Income (Expenses), Net (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Other income (expense), net | $3,722 | $(931) | $8,085 | $(2,168) | [INCOME TAXES](index=72&type=section&id=INCOME%20TAXES) - Income tax recovery of **$0.1 million** for the three months ended June 30, 2021, compared to an expense of **$0.4 million** in the prior year, influenced by ASU 2016-09 tax recovery and discrete adjustments[284](index=284&type=chunk) - Income tax expense of **$1.0 million** for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to **$1.6 million** in the prior year, also impacted by ASU 2016-09 and discrete adjustments[285](index=285&type=chunk) Provision for Income Taxes (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Provision for income taxes | $(119) | $449 | $964 | $1,550 | | Effective tax rate | -7% | 74% | 20% | 34% | [ADJUSTED EBITDA](index=74&type=section&id=ADJUSTED%20EBITDA) - Adjusted EBITDA decreased by **$1.0 million** for both the three and six months ended June 30, 2021[293](index=293&type=chunk) - The decrease was primarily driven by increased investment in Ting Fiber due to network build and expansion, partially offset by increased contributions from Mobile Services (gain on Ting Customer Assets sale and new MSE Platform revenues) and Domain Services (strong performance)[294](index=294&type=chunk) Adjusted EBITDA (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Adjusted EBITDA | $11,158 | $12,175 | $23,881 | $24,856 | [OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)](index=76&type=section&id=OTHER%20COMPREHENSIVE%20INCOME%20%28LOSS%29) - Other comprehensive income (loss) decreased significantly for both periods, with a loss of **$0.8 million** for three months and **$1.2 million** for six months in 2021[297](index=297&type=chunk) - This was due to changes in fair value adjustments on outstanding hedged contracts and net amounts reclassified to earnings[297](index=297&type=chunk)[298](index=298&type=chunk)[299](index=299&type=chunk) Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------- | :----------------------------- | | Other comprehensive income (loss) | $(773) | $1,314 | $(1,239) | $123 | [LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES](index=76&type=section&id=LIQUIDITY%20AND%20CAPITAL%20RESOURCES) - Cash and cash equivalents decreased by **$1.0 million** as of June 30, 2021, compared to December 31, 2020[300](index=300&type=chunk) - Principal uses of cash: **$21.7 million** for property and equipment (Fiber expansion) and **$2.0 million** for an investment in an unrelated entity - Offset by: **$18.0 million** from Amended 2019 Credit Facility drawdown, **$3.5 million** from operating activities, and **$1.2 million** from stock option exercises[300](index=300&type=chunk) - Net cash inflows from operating activities decreased by **23%** to **$17.6 million** for the six months ended June 30, 2021[303](index=303&type=chunk) - Net cash inflows from financing activities increased by **633%** to **$19.2 million**, driven by Credit Facility drawdown[305](index=305&type=chunk) - Net cash used in investing activities increased by **22%** to **$37.8 million**, primarily for Fiber network expansion[306](index=306&type=chunk) - Management believes cash flow from operations will be adequate for working capital, capital expenditures, and loan repayments for at least the next 12 months[307](index=307&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=78&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) This section discusses Tucows' exposure to market risks, primarily foreign currency exchange rate risk and interest rate risk, and mitigation strategies - Foreign Currency Risk: Significant portion of expenses incurred in Canadian dollars, while sales are primarily in U.S. dollars. Foreign exchange forward contracts are used to mitigate this risk[311](index=311&type=chunk)[312](index=312&type=chunk) - Interest Rate Risk: Exposure related to the Amended 2019 Credit Facility. An interest rate swap with a notional value of **$70 million** is in place to limit fluctuations on variable interest payments[314](index=314&type=chunk)[315](index=315&type=chunk) - Sensitivity Analysis: A hypothetical **10%** adverse movement in foreign currency exchange rates would decrease net income by approximately **$1.4 million** for the three months ended June 30, 2021, before hedging effects[316](index=316&type=chunk) - LIBOR Transition: The company is monitoring the discontinuation of LIBOR and will amend credit facility and interest rate swap agreements accordingly, potentially adopting practical expedients from ASU 2020-04[319](index=319&type=chunk)[320](index=320&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=79&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management evaluated the effectiveness of disclosure controls and procedures as of June 30, 2021, concluding they were effective with no material changes to internal controls - Disclosure controls and procedures were deemed effective at the reasonable assurance level as of June 30, 2021[321](index=321&type=chunk) - No material changes in internal controls over financial reporting occurred during the three months ended June 30, 2021[321](index=321&type=chunk) [PART II. OTHER INFORMATION](index=80&type=section&id=PART%20II%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) [Item 1. Legal Proceedings](index=80&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) Tucows is involved in various legal investigations, claims, and lawsuits, none of which management believes will materially harm the business - The company is involved in various legal proceedings, but management does not believe they will have a material adverse effect on the business[324](index=324&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=80&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) This section states that there are no new material risk factors to report for the current period, referring to the 2020 Annual Report - No new material risk factors are applicable for this reporting period; refer to the 2020 Annual Report for previously disclosed risks[325](index=325&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=81&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) The 2021 Buyback Program was approved for up to $40 million, but no shares were repurchased under any program during the reporting period - The 2021 Buyback Program, approved for up to **$40 million**, commenced on February 10, 2021, and terminates on or before February 9, 2022[327](index=327&type=chunk) - No shares were repurchased under either the 2020 or 2021 Buyback Programs for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021[327](index=327&type=chunk) [Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=81&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) This section states that there were no defaults upon senior securities during the reporting period - There were no defaults upon senior securities[328](index=328&type=chunk) [Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures](index=81&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This section indicates that mine safety disclosures are not applicable to the company's operations - Mine safety disclosures are not applicable[329](index=329&type=chunk) [Item 5. Other Information](index=81&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) This section states that there is no other information to report for the period - No other information to report[330](index=330&type=chunk) [Item 6. Exhibits](index=82&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists the exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including organizational documents, certifications, and Inline XBRL documents - Includes Fourth Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation and Articles of Amendment - Includes Second Amended and Restated Bylaws and Amendment No. 1 - Contains CEO and CFO Rule 13a-14(a)/15d-14(a) Certifications and Section 1350 Certifications - Includes Inline XBRL Instance Document, Taxonomy Extension Schema, Calculation Linkbase, Definition Linkbase, Label Linkbase, Presentation Linkbase, and Cover Page Interactive Data File[333](index=333&type=chunk) [Signatures](index=83&type=section&id=Signatures) This section contains the signatures of the registrant's authorized officers, Elliot Noss and Davinder Singh, certifying the report on August 5, 2021 - The report was signed by Elliot Noss, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Davinder Singh, Chief Financial Officer, on August 5, 2021[336](index=336&type=chunk)