KORE Reports First Quarter 2025 Results

Core Insights - KORE Group Holdings, Inc. reported solid operational performance with growth in cash flow and free cash flow, achieving positive cash flow for the second consecutive quarter [3][8] - The company is nearing a significant milestone of 20 million total IoT connections, with strong demand expected to convert into increased connectivity revenue [3][8] - KORE expanded its indirect channel to focus on profitable growth, leveraging its brand for new opportunities [4] Financial Performance - Total revenue for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, was $72.142 million, a decrease of 5% from $75.975 million in the same period last year [6] - IoT Connectivity revenue was $53.917 million, down 7% from $57.884 million, while IoT Solutions revenue increased to $18.225 million, up 1% from $18.091 million [6] - Total connections increased to 19.8 million, an 8% rise from 18.3 million year-over-year [8] Cash Flow and Expenses - Cash provided by operations rose to $2.9 million, a 51% increase from the previous year, while free cash flow reached $0.6 million, up 121% [8] - Operating expenses decreased to $41.6 million, down 15% from $49.1 million, attributed to restructuring efforts [8] Margins and Key Metrics - IoT Solutions margin improved to 33.0%, up 210 basis points from the previous year, while non-GAAP margin rose to 39.9%, an increase of 370 basis points [8] - Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) decreased to $0.91 from $1.05, and the Dollar-Based Net Expansion Rate (DBNER) improved to 99% from 94% [6][8] 2025 Financial Outlook - The company expects total revenue for the year to be in the range of $288 million to $298 million, with adjusted EBITDA projected between $62 million and $67 million, and free cash flow anticipated to be between $10 million and $14 million [9]