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Wallbox Launches Supernova 180: DC Fast EV Charger Designed With Reliability and Scalability at Its Core
Businesswire· 2024-02-13 11:50
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today Wallbox; (NYSE: WBX), a global leader in electric vehicle (EV) chargers, announced the start of production for its UL certified DC fast EV charger, Supernova 180. This marks the product's official launch onto the North American market. Supernova 180 is Wallbox’s third-generation DC fast EV charger designed exclusively for North America, following the successful rollout of Supernova 60 and Supernova 150 in Europe. Supernova 180 combines cutting-edge technology ...
Aegir Insights Raises €8.5M to Build the Next Generation of Its Software and Data to Accelerate Offshore Wind Investments
Businesswire· 2024-02-13 08:00
COPENHAGEN, Denmark--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aegir Insights, a leading provider of decision-making software, data, and intelligence for the offshore wind sector, has raised €8.5M in Series A funding, led by Seaya Andromeda with the participation of Climentum Capital. The company will use the funds to develop the next generation of its web platform, encompassing decision software, data, and intelligence products for the offshore wind industry. Offshore wind power is among the fastest growing segments within clea ...
Wallbox Announces Timing of its Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results
Businesswire· 2024-01-31 11:50
BARCELONA, Spain--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wallbox (NYSE: WBX), a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions worldwide, today announced that it will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2023 before market opens on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. The company will host a webcast at 8:00 AM ET (2:00 PM CET), to discuss these results and provide a business update. The prepared remarks by Enric Asunción, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, and Jo ...
Wallbox's Supernova 180 Receives North America Product Certification
Businesswire· 2024-01-17 15:00
BARCELONA, Spain--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wallbox, (NYSE:WBX) a global leader in electric Vehicle (“EV”) charging and energy management solutions, today announced that Supernova 180 has passed the UL 2202 product certification for the American market, with SGS North America Inc. marking the product’s readiness for the North American market. UL 2202 is the North America’s principal standard for safety of DC EV chargers and ensures the safe and efficient use of the device. “We’re thrilled to have reached this mil ...
Wallbox Announces Upcoming Events for the Investor Community
Businesswire· 2024-01-03 13:58
BARCELONA, Spain--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wallbox (NYSE:WBX), a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions worldwide, today announced its participation in upcoming institutional investor-focused event: January 16, 2024 at 11:00am ET: 26th Annual Needham Growth Conference VP of IR, Matt Tractenberg, will provide a company presentation and host meetings with investors during this event. Interested investors should reach out to their Needham sales contact directly. About Wall ...
Wallbox N.V.(WBX) - 2023 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-11-10 03:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q3 2023, revenue was €32.5 million, down year-over-year due to continued channel destocking [15][31] - Adjusted EBITDA loss was €16.6 million, showing a €4.6 million improvement from Q2 2023 [18][32] - Gross margins were 35%, an increase from the previous quarter but lower than long-term targets [27][54] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - DC charging represented 25% of revenue, while AC charging accounted for 59% and software services and accessories made up the remaining 16% [127] - Unit volumes increased by 30% year-over-year, driven by strength in the U.S. market [7][124] - Approximately 60% of DC units sold were Supernova 150, up from 40% in the prior quarter [27] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Europe contributed €22.7 million (70% of total revenue), North America €6.7 million (21%), APAC €2 million (6%), and LatAm €1 million (3%) [22] - Sell-through growth was 22% in Europe and APAC combined, and 16% in North America [124] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The ABL transaction, closed on November 2, is expected to transform the financial profile and provide operational synergies [24][39] - The company aims to achieve profitability in 2024, focusing on cost reduction and operational efficiency [36][82] - The strategy includes diversifying across products, markets, and geographies to reduce reliance on any single market [60] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the current variability in EV demand is not unexpected and remains optimistic about long-term growth [19][20] - The transition from fossil fuels to alternative energy sources is expected to continue for decades, with significant investments needed for infrastructure [18][19] - Management expressed confidence in achieving breakeven or profitability by Q1 2024 [82] Other Important Information - The company has removed €38.8 million in expenses so far this year, with a target of €50 million in total reductions [31][131] - ABL generated approximately €150 million in sales with positive EBITDA in 2022, but faced challenges in 2023 due to market conditions [128][115] Q&A Session Summary Question: Expectations around reaching EBITDA positive for next year - Management expects to reach profitability for the full year in 2024, with a focus on cost-saving initiatives [35][82] Question: Contribution of ABL in the quarter - ABL did not contribute to Q3 numbers as the transaction closed on November 2, but future contributions are anticipated [68][93] Question: Seasonality impacts on gross margin - Management does not expect significant seasonality impacts on gross margin, with improvements anticipated as new products gain traction [75][100] Question: Details on the ABL acquisition process - The acquisition was competitive, with ABL being a complementary fit for Wallbox, enhancing market share and product offerings [112][111]
Wallbox N.V.(WBX) - 2023 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-08-02 16:40
Thanks, Brian. Nadia? Operator Thank you. And the next question goes to Abhi Sinha of Northland Capital Markets. Abhi, please go ahead. Your line is open. Abhi Sinha Yes. Hi. Thanks for taking my question. Just wanted to understand if you could elaborate more on, like, what would be your greatest risk for your EBITDA break-even? Like, is there any minimum revenue threshold that you guys are focusing? Like what do you think might happen that might lead you not to reach the EBITDA break-even? Enric Asuncion Y ...
Wallbox N.V.(WBX) - 2023 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-05-07 04:24
We have a follow-up from Marianne Bulot of Bank of America. Marianne, your line is open. Please go ahead. Matt Tractenberg Wallbox N.V. (NYSE:WBX) Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call May 4, 2023 8:00 AM ET Matt Tractenberg - VP, IR Jordi Lainz - CFO Conference Call Participants George Gianarikas - Cannacord Genuity Maheep Mandloi - Credit Suisse I would now like to turn the call over to Matt Tractenberg, Wallbox' Vice President of Investor Relations. Matt, please go ahead. I'm joined today by Enric Asuncion, W ...
Wallbox N.V.(WBX) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report
2023-03-30 16:00
Introductory Sections [Presentation of Financial and Other Information](index=4&type=section&id=PRESENTATION%20OF%20FINANCIAL%20AND%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) The company reports in Euros under IFRS and utilizes non-IFRS measures like EBITDA for performance analysis - The company utilizes non-IFRS measures, including **EBITDA** and **Adjusted EBITDA**, to supplement its IFRS financial statements for performance analysis[35](index=35&type=chunk)[36](index=36&type=chunk) - EBITDA is defined as loss for the year before income tax credit, financial income, interest expenses, amortization, and depreciation[40](index=40&type=chunk) - Adjusted EBITDA further excludes non-cash and other items such as changes in fair value of convertible bonds and warrants, share listing expenses, foreign exchange gains/losses, and share-based payment expenses[42](index=42&type=chunk) [Risk Factor Summary](index=10&type=section&id=RISK%20FACTOR%20SUMMARY) The company faces significant risks from a history of operating losses, dependency on EV adoption, intense competition, and material weaknesses in internal controls - The company is an early-stage entity with a history of operating losses and expects to incur **significant expenses and continued losses** in the near to medium term[55](index=55&type=chunk) - Business growth is **highly dependent on the rapid adoption of EVs**, which is influenced by government incentives, fuel prices, and the availability of EV components[55](index=55&type=chunk) - Identified **material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting** pose a significant risk to the company's financial statement reliability[57](index=57&type=chunk) - The business is exposed to macroeconomic risks, including increased component and shipping costs, supply shortages, inflation, and rising interest rates[57](index=57&type=chunk) PART I [Item 3. Key Information](index=12&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Key%20Information) This section details significant investment risks related to business operations, technology, public company status, and Dutch incorporation [Risk Factors](index=12&type=section&id=D.%20Risk%20Factors) Key risks include historical operating losses, reliance on the volatile EV market, supply chain vulnerabilities, and concentrated voting power - The company has a history of operating losses, incurring a net loss of **€62.8 million in 2022** and **€223.8 million in 2021**, and expects to continue incurring losses in the near term[61](index=61&type=chunk) - Growth is highly dependent on the continued adoption of EVs, which is subject to various factors like government incentives, competition from other fuel technologies, and consumer perceptions[63](index=63&type=chunk)[64](index=64&type=chunk) - The company has identified **material weaknesses in its internal control over financial reporting** related to insufficient IFRS expertise, ineffective IT general controls, and inadequate monitoring of accounting functions[195](index=195&type=chunk) - The dual-class share structure concentrates approximately **61% of voting power** with the company's co-founders, limiting the influence of other shareholders on corporate matters[211](index=211&type=chunk) - As a Dutch public company, shareholder rights may differ from those in U.S. jurisdictions, and Dutch law includes provisions that could delay or prevent an acquisition[223](index=223&type=chunk)[224](index=224&type=chunk)[225](index=225&type=chunk) [Information on the Company](index=47&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Information%20on%20the%20Company) Wallbox is a global, vertically integrated smart EV charging company that went public in 2021 and operates across three geographical segments - Wallbox became a publicly traded company on the NYSE under the symbol "WBX" on October 1, 2021, following a business combination with the SPAC Kensington Capital Acquisition Corp. II[253](index=253&type=chunk) - The company has a global presence, selling over **420,000 units across 113 countries** as of December 31, 2022, with manufacturing facilities in Spain, China, and a new facility in Arlington, Texas[262](index=262&type=chunk)[291](index=291&type=chunk) - Wallbox has expanded its capabilities through strategic acquisitions, including Electromaps (public charging platform), ARES (PCB manufacturing), and COIL (U.S. installation services)[260](index=260&type=chunk)[261](index=261&type=chunk) FY2022 Revenue Breakdown by Customer Channel | Customer Channel | % of Revenue | | :--- | :--- | | Distributors, Resellers, and Installers | ~57% | | Automotive Manufacturers and Utility Companies | ~37.5% | | Direct Sales (Enterprise & E-commerce) | ~5.5% | [Business Overview](index=48&type=section&id=B.%20Business%20Overview) The company offers a comprehensive ecosystem of smart EV charging hardware and software solutions with a multi-channel go-to-market strategy - The product portfolio covers residential, business, and public charging needs, featuring AC chargers (Pulsar Plus, Commander 2), DC fast chargers (Supernova, Hypernova), and the world's first bi-directional DC home charger, Quasar[261](index=261&type=chunk) - Proprietary software platforms are central to the user experience: 'myWallbox' for private energy management and 'Electromaps' for accessing a network of over **244,000 public charge points**[261](index=261&type=chunk)[286](index=286&type=chunk) - The company's go-to-market strategy is consumer-focused, selling through automotive OEMs, utility companies, a partner ecosystem of installers and distributors, and direct e-commerce channels[297](index=297&type=chunk)[298](index=298&type=chunk) - The competitive landscape varies by region: Europe and APAC are highly fragmented, while North America has higher barriers to entry and fewer, larger players[304](index=304&type=chunk)[305](index=305&type=chunk)[306](index=306&type=chunk) [Operating and Financial Review and Prospects](index=64&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Operating%20and%20Financial%20Review%20and%20Prospects) Revenue doubled in 2022, but operating losses widened due to higher expenses, while net loss narrowed significantly due to financial items Consolidated Results of Operations (2022 vs. 2021) | Metric (€ in thousands) | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 144,185 | 71,579 | 101% | | Operating Loss | (138,835) | (53,572) | 159% | | Net Financial Result | 71,439 | (172,012) | (142)% | | Loss for the year | (62,800) | (223,777) | (72)% | Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation (Non-IFRS) | Metric (€ in thousands) | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Loss for the year | (62,800) | (223,777) | (11,402) | | **EBITDA** | **(43,145)** | **(210,680)** | **(8,928)** | | **Adjusted EBITDA** | **(89,494)** | **(35,245)** | **(6,363)** | - As of December 31, 2022, the company had cash and cash equivalents of **€83.3 million**, supplemented by subsequent financing events[444](index=444&type=chunk)[447](index=447&type=chunk)[448](index=448&type=chunk) - Net cash used in operating activities increased to **€136.3 million in 2022** from €69.6 million in 2021, largely due to a significant increase in inventory to mitigate supply chain disruptions[460](index=460&type=chunk)[462](index=462&type=chunk) [Directors, Senior Management and Employees](index=85&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Directors%2C%20Senior%20Management%20and%20Employees) The company is led by its co-founder and CEO, with executive compensation heavily weighted towards share-based payments and significant employee growth in 2022 - The company is led by its co-founder and CEO, Enric Asunción Escorsa, with a board comprised of one executive and six non-executive members[483](index=483&type=chunk)[485](index=485&type=chunk) Executive Officer Compensation (FY 2022) | Compensation Type | Amount (€ thousands) | | :--- | :--- | | Periodically-paid remuneration | 886 | | Bonuses | 526 | | Share based payments | 9,769 | | **Total compensation** | **11,181** | - The company maintains multiple equity incentive plans, including legacy stock option programs and a 2021 Equity Incentive Plan[506](index=506&type=chunk)[512](index=512&type=chunk)[514](index=514&type=chunk) Average Number of Employees | Year | Average Employees | | :--- | :--- | | 2022 | 1,182 | | 2021 | 600 | | 2020 | 272 | [Major Shareholders and Related Party Transactions](index=98&type=section&id=Item%207.%20Major%20Shareholders%20and%20Related%20Party%20Transactions) The company's co-founders maintain majority voting control through a dual-class share structure, with Iberdrola being a key shareholder and commercial partner - The company has a dual-class share structure, with co-founders Enric Asunción Escorsa and Eduard Castañeda holding all Class B shares, giving them a combined voting power of **62.1%**[562](index=562&type=chunk) - Significant shareholders with over 5% beneficial ownership include Inversiones Financieras Perseo, S.L.U. (Iberdrola affiliate), Mingkiri, S.L., and Seaya Ventures[562](index=562&type=chunk) - Related party transactions in 2022 included **€4.3 million in charger sales** to Iberdrola affiliates and €609 thousand in lease payments to an Iberdrola subsidiary[572](index=572&type=chunk)[573](index=573&type=chunk) [Financial Information](index=102&type=section&id=Item%208.%20Financial%20Information) The company has not paid cash dividends and intends to retain future earnings to fund business growth and expansion - The company has never paid cash dividends and does not anticipate paying any in the foreseeable future, intending to retain all available funds for business growth[583](index=583&type=chunk)[584](index=584&type=chunk) [Additional Information](index=103&type=section&id=Item%2010.%20Additional%20Information) This section covers supplementary details on securities, contracts, and material U.S. federal income tax consequences for shareholders - The company does not expect to be treated as a Passive Foreign Investment Company (PFIC) for U.S. federal income tax purposes, but this status is determined annually and is subject to change[249](index=249&type=chunk)[618](index=618&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=111&type=section&id=Item%2011.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company is exposed to market risks from fluctuating interest rates, foreign currency exchange rates, and the fair value of its derivative warrant liabilities - The company is exposed to interest rate risk, with a hypothetical **100 basis point change** in rates estimated to impact profit or loss by **€1.3 million**[641](index=641&type=chunk)[1127](index=1127&type=chunk) - Significant foreign currency risk exists, particularly from transactions denominated in U.S. dollars; a **10% strengthening of the Euro against the USD** would result in a **€565 thousand loss**[642](index=642&type=chunk)[1132](index=1132&type=chunk) - The company faces market price risk from its derivative warrant liabilities, which are measured at fair value and resulted in a **fair value gain of €80.7 million** in 2022[645](index=645&type=chunk)[1133](index=1133&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=112&type=section&id=Item%2015.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that disclosure controls were ineffective as of year-end 2022 due to several material weaknesses in internal financial reporting controls - The CEO and CFO concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were **not effective** as of December 31, 2022, due to material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting[650](index=650&type=chunk) - Identified material weaknesses include insufficient finance personnel with IFRS knowledge, inadequately designed IT general controls, and ineffective policies for review and supervision of accounting functions[651](index=651&type=chunk)[653](index=653&type=chunk) - Remediation efforts are underway, including hiring more finance staff, engaging external advisors, and acquiring a new SaaS tool to improve monitoring[652](index=652&type=chunk)[653](index=653&type=chunk) [Corporate Governance](index=114&type=section&id=Item%2016G.%20Corporate%20Governance) As a foreign private issuer, the company follows Dutch corporate governance practices, which differ from certain NYSE requirements for domestic issuers - Wallbox is a foreign private issuer and follows certain Dutch corporate governance practices in lieu of NYSE listing standards[668](index=668&type=chunk) - The company intends to follow Dutch law regarding shareholder approval for equity compensation plans, which may differ from NYSE rules for a domestic company[671](index=671&type=chunk) PART III [Financial Statements](index=116&type=section&id=Item%2018.%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents the company's audited consolidated financial statements and cash flows for the fiscal years 2020 through 2022 Consolidated Statement of Financial Position (Assets) | (In thousand Euros) | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Non-Current Assets | 166,429 | 91,122 | | Total Current Assets | 255,171 | 251,491 | | **Total Assets** | **421,984** | **342,613** | Consolidated Statement of Financial Position (Equity & Liabilities) | (In thousand Euros) | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Equity | 169,150 | 131,072 | | Total Non-Current Liabilities | 74,041 | 41,173 | | Total Current Liabilities | 178,793 | 170,368 | | **Total Equity and Liabilities** | **421,984** | **342,613** | Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows | (In thousand Euros) | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash used in operating activities | (136,292) | (69,631) | | Net cash used in investing activities | (13,959) | (88,297) | | Net cash from financing activities | 111,747 | 246,925 |
Wallbox N.V.(WBX) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2023-03-01 16:22
wallbox WI Earnings Report M Я А 2 0 2 8 2 0 2 2 Enric Asunción Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer Jordi Lainz Chief Financial Officer Matt Tractenberg VP, Investor Relations Q4 & FY 2O22 EARNINGS REPORT 2 Forward-Looking Statements 3 This presentation contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in Section 27A of ...