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FuelCell Energy(FCEL) - 2024 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2024-06-10 11:40
Financial Performance - Total revenues for the three months ended April 30, 2024, were $22.4 million, a decrease of $15.9 million (42%) from $38.3 million in the same period of the prior year[144]. - Cost of revenues for the three months ended April 30, 2024, was $29.5 million, down $14.9 million (34%) from $44.4 million for the same period in the prior year[144]. - The gross loss for the three months ended April 30, 2024, was $7.1 million, compared to a gross loss of $6.1 million in the same period of the prior year, reflecting an increase of $981,000 (16%) in losses[144]. - Loss from operations for the three months ended April 30, 2024 was $41.4 million, an increase from $35.9 million in the prior year, driven by higher operating expenses[169]. - Net loss attributable to common stockholders was $32.9 million for the three months ended April 30, 2024, compared to $35.1 million in the prior year, with a net loss per common share of $0.07[178]. - Total revenues for the six months ended April 30, 2024, were $39.1 million, a decrease of $36.3 million (48%) from $75.4 million in the same period last year[180]. - Product revenues were $0 for the six months ended April 30, 2024, compared to $9.1 million for the same period in 2023, reflecting a 100% decrease[182]. - Service agreements revenues decreased by $37.1 million (93%) to $3.0 million for the six months ended April 30, 2024, down from $40.1 million in the prior year[185]. - Generation revenues increased by $6.6 million (37%) to $24.6 million for the six months ended April 30, 2024, compared to $18.0 million for the same period in 2023[189]. - Advanced Technologies contract revenues rose to $11.5 million for the six months ended April 30, 2024, an increase of $3.3 million (39%) from $8.3 million in the prior year[197]. - Loss from operations for the six months ended April 30, 2024, was $83.8 million, an increase of $25.5 million from a loss of $58.3 million in the same period last year[200]. - For the six months ended April 30, 2024, net loss attributable to common stockholders was $53.5 million, a slight decrease from $54.5 million in the same period of 2023, with net loss per common share improving from $0.13 to $0.12[208]. Revenue Breakdown - Service agreements revenues for the three months ended April 30, 2024 decreased by $24.8 million (95%) to $1.4 million from $26.2 million for the same period in 2023, primarily due to no module exchanges during the quarter[152]. - Cost of service agreements revenues decreased by $18.8 million (94%) to $1.3 million for the three months ended April 30, 2024, reflecting lower costs as there were no module exchanges[153]. - Gross profit from service agreements revenues was $0.1 million for the three months ended April 30, 2024, down from $6.1 million in the prior year, resulting in a gross margin of 7.5% compared to 23.2%[154]. - Generation revenues increased by $5.7 million (67%) to $14.1 million for the three months ended April 30, 2024, driven by new projects including the Toyota Project and Derby Projects[157]. - Cost of generation revenues rose by $4.3 million (25%) to $21.4 million for the three months ended April 30, 2024, due to the increased size of the installed fleet[158]. Expenses - Administrative and selling expenses increased to $17.7 million for the three months ended April 30, 2024, up from $15.1 million in the prior year, primarily due to increased compensation expenses[167]. - Research and development expenses rose to $16.6 million for the three months ended April 30, 2024, compared to $14.7 million in the prior year, reflecting increased spending on commercial development efforts[168]. - Administrative and selling expenses increased to $34.1 million for the six months ended April 30, 2024, up from $30.1 million in the prior year, primarily due to increased compensation expenses[196]. - Research and development expenses increased to $31.0 million for the six months ended April 30, 2024, compared to $27.4 million in the same period last year, driven by higher spending on ongoing development efforts[199]. Cash and Financing - As of April 30, 2024, unrestricted cash and cash equivalents totaled $158.8 million, down from $250.0 million as of October 31, 2023[210]. - The company raised approximately $6.3 million in gross proceeds from the sale of 6.5 million shares of common stock at an average price of $0.98 per share between April 10, 2024, and April 30, 2024[213]. - The company completed a tax equity financing transaction with Franklin Park totaling $30.2 million for two fuel cell power plant installations, with $21.1 million received during the six months ended April 30, 2024[215]. - Net cash used in operating activities was $95.4 million for the six months ended April 30, 2024, compared to $88.7 million for the same period in 2023[272]. - Net cash used in investing activities was $27.4 million for the six months ended April 30, 2024, a significant decrease from $111.6 million in the same period in 2023[274]. - Net cash provided by financing activities was $35.2 million during the six months ended April 30, 2024, compared to a net cash outflow of $4.0 million in the same period in 2023[275]. Backlog and Future Projects - Service agreements backlog increased to $145.1 million as of April 30, 2024, up from $73.7 million a year earlier, driven by a 14-year service agreement with Noeul Green Energy valued at approximately $75.6 million[234]. - Generation backlog decreased to $852.9 million as of April 30, 2024, compared to $926.0 million as of April 30, 2023[234]. - Overall backlog increased by approximately 3.8% to $1.06 billion as of April 30, 2024, compared to $1.02 billion a year earlier[236]. - The company is continually assessing various means to accelerate growth, including potential acquisitions and partnerships for geographic or manufacturing expansion[221]. - The company is focused on advancing sustainable clean energy technologies to address critical challenges in energy access and environmental stewardship[135]. Manufacturing and Production - The annualized production rate at the Torrington, CT manufacturing facility increased to approximately 30.9 MW for the three months ended April 30, 2024, compared to 28.7 MW for the same period in the prior year[150]. - Annualized production rate at the Torrington manufacturing facility was approximately 31.8 MW for the six months ended April 30, 2024, down from 33.4 MW for the same period in 2023[242]. - The solid oxide production capacity expansion in Calgary is expected to increase from 4 MW to 40 MW per year of SOEC production by the end of calendar year 2025[253]. - The maximum annualized capacity of the carbonate platform at the Torrington facility is currently 100 MW, with potential expansion to 200 MW with additional investment[253]. - The company plans to add an additional 400 MW of solid oxide manufacturing capacity in the U.S., contingent on market demand[262]. Financial Obligations - The company has a total of $314,130,000 in various financial obligations, including purchase commitments and lease payments[280]. - Total purchase commitments amount to $80,371,000, with $70,751,000 due within one year[280]. - The company has secured term loans totaling $147,143,000, with $17,786,000 due within one year[280]. - Operating lease commitments total $18,530,000, with $1,346,000 due within one year[280]. - The company is required to maintain a debt service coverage ratio of not less than 1.20:1.00, tested every six months[308].
FuelCell Energy(FCEL) - 2024 Q2 - Quarterly Results
2024-06-10 11:35
Exhibit 99.1 FuelCell Energy Reports Second Quarter of Fiscal 2024 Results Second Quarter Fiscal 2024 Summary (All comparisons are year-over-year unless otherwise noted) ● Revenue of $22.4 million, compared to $38.3 million ● Gross loss of $(7.1) million compared to $(6.1) million ● Loss from operations of $(41.4) million compared with $(35.9) million ● Net loss per share was $(0.07) compared with $(0.09) DANBURY, Conn., June 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FuelCell Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCEL) -- a global lead ...
FuelCell Energy(FCEL) - 2024 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2024-03-07 19:30
FuelCell Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:FCEL) Q1 2024 Earnings Conference Call March 7, 2024 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Tom Gelston - Senior Executive Vice President, Finance & Investor Relations Jason Few - President & Chief Executive Officer Mike Bishop - Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer Mark Feasel - Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer Conference Call Participants George Gianarikas - Canaccord Genuity Manav Gupta - UBS Eric Stine - Craig-Hallum Ryan Pfingst - B Ri ...
FuelCell Energy(FCEL) - 2024 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2024-03-07 15:21
A global leader in electrochemical technology 1,2 163 U.S. patents 368 patents in other covering our fuel jurisdictions covering cell technology our fuel cell technology 43 U.S. patents 124 patents pending in pending other jurisdictions ~600 1969 Employees Founded 188 Modules in 3 Continents Commercial Operation 3 FCEL Listing: HQ Danbury, NASDAQ Connecticut ($M) ...
FuelCell Energy(FCEL) - 2024 Q1 - Quarterly Results
2024-03-06 16:00
Exhibit 99.1 FuelCell Energy Reports First Quarter of Fiscal 2024 Results First Quarter Fiscal 2024 Financial Summary (All comparisons are year-over-year unless otherwise noted) ● Revenues of $16.7 million compared to $37.1 million ● Gross loss of $11.7 million compared to a gross profit of $5.2 million ● Loss from operations of $(42.5) million compared to $(22.5) million ● Net loss per share was $(0.05) in both quarters DANBURY, CT – March 7, 2024 – FuelCell Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCEL) -- a global leader i ...
FuelCell Energy(FCEL) - 2024 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2024-03-06 16:00
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 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 January 31, 2024 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: 1-14204 FUELCELL ENERGY, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 06-0853042 (State or other j ...
FuelCell Energy(FCEL) - 2023 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-12-19 19:07
FuelCell Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:FCEL) Q4 2023 Earnings Call Transcript December 19, 2023 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Tom Gelston - SVP, Finance & IR Jason Few - President and CEO Mike Bishop - EVP, CFO & Treasurer Tony Leo - EVP, CTO Conference Call Participants George Gianarikas - Canaccord Genuity Manav Gupta - UBS Financial Eric Stine - Craig-Hallum Jeff Osborne - TD Cowen Ryan Pfingst - B Riley Noel Parks - Touhy Brothers Operator Hello, and welcome to FuelCell Energy Incorporated Conference Call. Pl ...
FuelCell Energy(FCEL) - 2023 Q4 - Annual Report
2023-12-18 16:00
Part I [Item 1. Business](index=3&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Business) FuelCell Energy, Inc. is a global leader in proprietary fuel cell technology platforms, offering solutions for clean electricity, heat, hydrogen, and carbon capture [Business Overview](index=8&type=section&id=Business%20Overview) FuelCell Energy provides environmentally responsible distributed baseload energy solutions using its proprietary carbonate and solid oxide fuel cell technologies - The company's product portfolio is based on two electrochemical platforms: carbonate and solid oxide, which can use various fuels including hydrogen, natural gas, and biogas[22](index=22&type=chunk) - The platforms operate without combustion, avoiding emissions like NOx, SOx, and particulates, and the electrochemical process concentrates CO2, making it easy to recover and capture[23](index=23&type=chunk) - The company has committed to a plan to reduce its carbon emissions to net zero by 2050, implementing an ESG strategy and governance model[27](index=27&type=chunk) [Our Business Strategy](index=12&type=section&id=Our%20Business%20Strategy) The company's 'Powerhouse' strategy, updated in fiscal year 2022, is built on three pillars: 'Grow, Scale, and Innovate' - The 'Grow' strategy involves capitalizing on core technologies in microgrids, distributed hydrogen, and carbon capture, while expanding into markets in the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, and South America[35](index=35&type=chunk)[36](index=36&type=chunk) - The 'Scale' strategy includes investing in current and new manufacturing capacity, enhancing the commercial organization, and developing the team to support growth[37](index=37&type=chunk)[38](index=38&type=chunk) - The 'Innovate' strategy focuses on advancing hydrogen solutions like storage and electrolysis, developing carbon capture technologies, and diversifying revenue streams to support the global energy transition[38](index=38&type=chunk)[39](index=39&type=chunk)[40](index=40&type=chunk) [Product Platforms and Applications](index=14&type=section&id=Product%20Platforms%20and%20Applications) The company's product platforms, based on carbonate and solid oxide technologies, offer five key applications: distributed generation, distributed hydrogen production, electrolysis, carbon capture, and long-duration energy storage - The company is focused on five main applications: distributed generation, distributed hydrogen (Tri-gen), solid oxide electrolysis (SOEC), carbon capture (CCUS), and long-duration energy storage (RSOFC)[45](index=45&type=chunk) - The carbonate-based Tri-gen platform co-produces power, hydrogen, and water, offering a lower carbon footprint for hydrogen production compared to conventional steam methane reforming (SMR)[57](index=57&type=chunk) - The solid oxide electrolysis (SOEC) platform is designed for high-efficiency hydrogen production, targeting **~90% electrical efficiency**, which could significantly lower the cost of green hydrogen[58](index=58&type=chunk)[59](index=59&type=chunk) - The company is developing a reversible solid oxide fuel cell (RSOFC) for long-duration energy storage, which alternates between electrolysis (producing hydrogen) and fuel cell mode (generating power from stored hydrogen)[61](index=61&type=chunk) [Our Markets](index=18&type=section&id=Our%20Markets) FuelCell Energy targets a diverse range of markets, including utilities, industrial applications, data centers, wastewater treatment, and government sectors - The company targets numerous markets such as utilities, industrial processes, data centers, wastewater treatment, government, and the emerging hydrogen economy[69](index=69&type=chunk)[70](index=70&type=chunk) - The utilities and independent power producer market has historically been the largest, with customers including Avangrid, LIPA, Southern California Edison, E.ON, and KOSPO[71](index=71&type=chunk) - As of October 31, 2023, more than **220 MW** of the company's carbonate platforms have been installed and are operating[74](index=74&type=chunk) [Our Business Model](index=20&type=section&id=Our%20Business%20Model) The company's business model is structured around multiple recurring and non-recurring revenue streams - The business model includes recurring revenue from PPAs and service agreements, and non-recurring revenue from product sales and Advanced Technologies contracts[78](index=78&type=chunk)[79](index=79&type=chunk) - The company may retain ownership of projects under PPAs, providing predictable cash flows, or sell projects to third parties; as of October 31, 2023, the retained operating portfolio totaled **43.7 MW**, with an additional **19.4 MW** under development[82](index=82&type=chunk) - Following a settlement with POSCO Energy, the company has full market access to South Korea and broader Asian markets and is aggressively pursuing sales there[84](index=84&type=chunk) [Manufacturing and Service Facilities](index=22&type=section&id=Manufacturing%20and%20Service%20Facilities) FuelCell Energy operates key manufacturing and service facilities in Torrington, Connecticut; Calgary, Alberta, Canada; and Taufkirchen, Germany - The main carbonate manufacturing facility in Torrington, CT, has a maximum annual capacity of **100 MW** and operated at a **32.7 MW** annualized rate in FY2023[93](index=93&type=chunk) - The Calgary, Canada facility focuses on solid oxide (SOFC/SOEC) technology and is expanding its SOEC production capacity from **4 MW** to **40 MW** per year, expected to be completed in fiscal year 2024[96](index=96&type=chunk) - The company is evaluating U.S. locations for an additional solid oxide manufacturing facility with a potential capacity of up to **400 MW** per year to be built in phases[96](index=96&type=chunk) [Backlog](index=26&type=section&id=Backlog) As of October 31, 2023, FuelCell Energy's total backlog was approximately **$1.03 billion**, a decrease from **$1.09 billion** as of October 31, 2022 Backlog by Category (in thousands) | Category | 2023 | 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Commercial:** | | | | Product | $0 | $9,065 | | Service | $140,782 | $114,040 | | Generation | $872,072 | $944,041 | | **Total Commercial** | **$1,012,854** | **$1,067,146** | | **Advanced Technologies:** | | | | Non-U.S. Government | $10,745 | $7,598 | | U.S. Government - Funded | $4,263 | $14,065 | | U.S. Government - Unfunded | $255 | $1,190 | | **Total Advanced Technologies** | **$15,263** | **$22,853** | | **Total Backlog** | **$1,028,117** | **$1,089,999** | - The service and generation backlog as of October 31, 2023, had a weighted average term of approximately **17 years**[114](index=114&type=chunk) [Significant Customers and Information about Geographic Areas](index=30&type=section&id=Significant%20Customers%20and%20Information%20about%20Geographic%20Areas) The company's revenue is concentrated among a few key customers, with four top customers accounting for **68%** of total consolidated revenue in fiscal year 2023 Revenue Percentage by Major Customer | Customer | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Korea Southern Power Company (KOSPO) | 31% | 6% | 12% | | Korea Fuel Cell Co., Ltd (KFC) | 16% | 46% | —% | | Connecticut Light and Power | 13% | 14% | 20% | | ExxonMobil (EMTEC) | 8% | 8% | 29% | | **Total** | **68%** | **74%** | **61%** | - In fiscal year 2023, South Korea represented the largest geographic concentration, accounting for **47%** of consolidated net revenues[146](index=146&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=35&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) The company faces significant risks related to its business operations, sales, technology, and financial condition - The company has a history of net losses and anticipates continued losses and negative cash flows, which may require raising additional capital and could result in stockholder dilution[164](index=164&type=chunk)[165](index=165&type=chunk)[227](index=227&type=chunk) - Business success is dependent on market acceptance of fuel cell products, which faces competition from traditional power sources, other alternative energy technologies, and is influenced by government incentives and fuel costs[197](index=197&type=chunk)[202](index=202&type=chunk) - The company relies on third-party suppliers for key raw materials like nickel and stainless steel, and disruptions in the supply chain could harm manufacturing and project timelines[181](index=181&type=chunk) - A significant portion of revenue is derived from contracts awarded through competitive bidding, and project awards may not convert to contracts or revenue, posing a risk to cash flows[187](index=187&type=chunk)[188](index=188&type=chunk) - The business is increasingly dependent on information technology, and security breaches or system failures could materially affect operations and the performance of its power plant platforms[207](index=207&type=chunk)[208](index=208&type=chunk) [Item 2. Properties](index=52&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Properties) FuelCell Energy owns its corporate headquarters in Danbury, Connecticut, and leases manufacturing, research, and administrative facilities in Torrington, Connecticut; Taufkirchen, Germany; and Calgary, Alberta, Canada Summary of Company Offices and Locations | Location | Business Use | Square Footage | Lease Expiration | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Danbury, CT | Corporate HQ, R&D, Sales, Service | 72,000 | Company owned | | Torrington, CT | Manufacturing and Administrative | 167,000 | Dec 2030 | | Taufkirchen, Germany | Manufacturing and Administrative | 20,000 | Jun 2024 | | Calgary, Alberta, Canada | Manufacturing, R&D | 48,308 | Sep 2028 | | Calgary, Alberta, Canada | Storage | 18,627 | Jul 2024 | [Item 3. Legal Proceedings](index=52&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in various legal proceedings arising from the ordinary course of business - The company is periodically involved in legal proceedings, but management does not expect them to have a material adverse effect on its financial statements[261](index=261&type=chunk)[262](index=262&type=chunk) Part II [Item 5. Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities](index=54&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Market%20for%20Registrant%27s%20Common%20Equity%2C%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters%20and%20Issuer%20Purchases%20of%20Equity%20Securities) The company's common stock trades on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol "FCEL", with **118** holders of record as of December 14, 2023 - The company's common stock trades on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol "FCEL"[266](index=266&type=chunk) - The company has never paid a cash dividend on its common stock and does not plan to in the foreseeable future[266](index=266&type=chunk) Stock Repurchases for the Quarter Ended October 31, 2023 | Period | Total Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid per Share | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Sep 1 - Sep 30, 2023 | 356,581 | $1.33 | | Oct 1 - Oct 31, 2023 | 242 | $1.29 | | **Total** | **356,823** | **$1.33** | [Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=52&type=section&id=Item%207.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) In fiscal year 2023, FuelCell Energy reported total revenues of **$123.4 million**, a **5%** decrease from **$130.5 million** in 2022, while the gross loss improved significantly to **$(10.5) million** from **$(29.6) million** [Results of Operations](index=57&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) For fiscal year 2023, total revenues decreased by **5%** to **$123.4 million**, while the gross loss narrowed to **$(10.5) million** from **$(29.6) million** in 2022 Fiscal Year 2023 vs. 2022 Performance (in thousands) | Metric | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | Change ($) | Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total revenues | $123,394 | $130,484 | $(7,090) | (5)% | | Total costs of revenues | $133,929 | $160,059 | $(26,130) | (16)% | | **Gross loss** | **$(10,535)** | **$(29,575)** | **$19,040** | **(64)%** | | Gross margin | (8.5)% | (22.7)% | - | - | - Product revenues decreased by **67%** to **$19.6 million** in FY2023, but generated a gross profit of **$6.7 million** compared to a **$4.5 million** gross loss in FY2022, mainly due to recognizing **$9.1 million** from an expired purchase option by KFC and releasing **$10.5 million** of previously constrained revenue[286](index=286&type=chunk)[289](index=289&type=chunk) - Service agreements revenues increased by **284%** to **$49.1 million**, driven by **15** new module exchanges in FY2023 compared to fewer in the prior year, resulting in a gross profit of **$4.1 million** from service agreements, a significant improvement from a gross loss of **$4.4 million** in FY2022[290](index=290&type=chunk)[291](index=291&type=chunk)[295](index=295&type=chunk) - Research and development expenses increased to **$61.0 million** from **$34.5 million** in FY2022, primarily due to increased spending on commercial development of solid oxide and carbon capture platforms[311](index=311&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=64&type=section&id=LIQUIDITY%20AND%20CAPITAL%20RESOURCES) As of October 31, 2023, the company held **$250.0 million** in unrestricted cash and cash equivalents and **$103.8 million** in short-term U.S. Treasury Securities - As of October 31, 2023, the company had **$250.0 million** in unrestricted cash and cash equivalents and **$103.8 million** in short-term U.S. Treasury Securities[325](index=325&type=chunk) - During FY2023, the company sold approximately **44.3 million** shares under its Open Market Sale Agreement, raising net proceeds of approximately **$97.4 million**[327](index=327&type=chunk) - The company's generation operating portfolio was **43.7 MW** as of October 31, 2023, with an additional **19.4 MW** of projects in development and construction[335](index=335&type=chunk)[341](index=341&type=chunk) - Projected capital expenditures for fiscal year 2024 are estimated to be between **$60.0 million** and **$75.0 million**, focused on expanding solid oxide manufacturing capacity in Calgary and enhancing carbonate capabilities in Torrington[359](index=359&type=chunk) [Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=83&type=section&id=Item%207A.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company is exposed to several market risks, including interest rate, foreign currency exchange, and commodity price risks - The company uses interest rate swaps to hedge against floating interest rate risk on its debt, converting floating SOFR-based rates to fixed rates[425](index=425&type=chunk) - The company has fuel price exposure for three projects (Toyota, Derby **14.0 MW**, and Derby **2.8 MW**) and mitigates this risk with fixed-price supply contracts[427](index=427&type=chunk)[428](index=428&type=chunk) - A sensitivity analysis shows a **$1/MMBTu** increase in natural gas prices would result in an annual cost impact of approximately **$26,000**, while a **$10/MMBTu** increase in RNG prices would have a **$2.0 million** annual impact[429](index=429&type=chunk) [Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data](index=85&type=section&id=Item%208.%20Financial%20Statements%20and%20Supplementary%20Data) This section contains the company's audited consolidated financial statements for the fiscal years ended October 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, including the Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=89&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) As of October 31, 2023, FuelCell Energy reported total assets of **$955.5 million**, a slight increase from **$939.7 million** in 2022, with total liabilities increasing to **$195.2 million** from **$185.3 million** Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands) | Account | Oct 31, 2023 | Oct 31, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Assets** | | | | Cash and cash equivalents, unrestricted | $249,952 | $458,055 | | Investments - short-term | $103,760 | $0 | | Project assets, net | $258,066 | $232,886 | | **Total Assets** | **$955,520** | **$939,717** | | **Liabilities & Equity** | | | | Total liabilities | $195,215 | $185,333 | | Total equity | $700,448 | $691,497 | | **Total Liabilities & Equity** | **$955,520** | **$939,717** | [Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss](index=90&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations%20and%20Comprehensive%20Loss) For the fiscal year ended October 31, 2023, the company reported a net loss of **$108.1 million**, an improvement from the **$147.2 million** net loss in 2022, with total revenues at **$123.4 million** Consolidated Statement of Operations Highlights (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total revenues | $123,394 | $130,484 | $69,585 | | Gross loss | $(10,535) | $(29,575) | $(15,639) | | Loss from operations | $(136,084) | $(143,724) | $(64,902) | | Net loss | $(108,056) | $(147,232) | $(101,025) | | Net loss attributable to common stockholders | $(110,768) | $(145,922) | $(104,255) | | Loss per share | $(0.26) | $(0.38) | $(0.31) | [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=92&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) For the fiscal year ended October 31, 2023, net cash used in operating activities was **$140.3 million**, an increase from **$112.2 million** in 2022, while net cash used in investing activities was **$192.4 million** Consolidated Cash Flow Summary (in thousands) | Cash Flow Activity | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash used in operating activities | $(140,250) | $(112,167) | $(70,438) | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(192,365) | $(46,651) | $(73,230) | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $151,067 | $180,583 | $411,908 | | **Net (decrease) increase in cash** | **$(181,468)** | **$20,832** | **$268,160** | [Item 9A. Controls and Procedures](index=134&type=section&id=Item%209A.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) The company's management concluded that its disclosure controls and procedures, as well as internal control over financial reporting, were effective as of October 31, 2023 - The company's principal executive officer and principal financial officer concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of October 31, 2023[674](index=674&type=chunk) - Management concluded that the company maintained effective internal control over financial reporting as of October 31, 2023, based on the COSO framework[676](index=676&type=chunk) Part III [Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance](index=136&type=section&id=Item%2010.%20Directors%2C%20Executive%20Officers%20and%20Corporate%20Governance) Information regarding the company's executive officers is provided in Part I of the report, with details concerning directors and corporate governance incorporated by reference from the upcoming 2024 Proxy Statement - Information about executive officers is included in Part I of the 10-K, while information on directors and corporate governance will be in the forthcoming 2024 Proxy Statement[680](index=680&type=chunk) - The company has a Code of Ethics that applies to all employees, officers, and directors, covering professional conduct, conflicts of interest, and compliance with laws[681](index=681&type=chunk) [Item 11. Executive Compensation](index=136&type=section&id=Item%2011.%20Executive%20Compensation) The information required for this item, concerning executive compensation, is incorporated by reference from the company's 2024 Proxy Statement - Details on executive compensation are incorporated by reference from the 2024 Proxy Statement[682](index=682&type=chunk) [Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters](index=136&type=section&id=Item%2012.%20Security%20Ownership%20of%20Certain%20Beneficial%20Owners%20and%20Management%20and%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters) This section incorporates by reference information from the company's forthcoming 2024 Proxy Statement regarding security ownership Equity Compensation Plan Information as of October 31, 2023 | Plan Category | Shares to be issued upon exercise | Weighted-average exercise price | Securities remaining available for future issuance | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Equity incentive plans | 18,291 | $59.63 | 9,069,450 | | Employee stock purchase plan | — | — | 481,278 | | **Total** | **18,291** | **$59.63** | **9,550,728** | [Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence](index=137&type=section&id=Item%2013.%20Certain%20Relationships%20and%20Related%20Transactions%2C%20and%20Director%20Independence) The information required for this item, concerning related party transactions and director independence, is incorporated by reference from the company's 2024 Proxy Statement - Details on certain relationships, related transactions, and director independence are incorporated by reference from the 2024 Proxy Statement[686](index=686&type=chunk) [Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services](index=137&type=section&id=Item%2014.%20Principal%20Accountant%20Fees%20and%20Services) The information required for this item, concerning fees paid to the principal accountant and the services rendered, is incorporated by reference from the company's 2024 Proxy Statement - Details on principal accountant fees and services are incorporated by reference from the 2024 Proxy Statement[686](index=686&type=chunk) Part IV [Item 15. Exhibit and Financial Statement Schedules](index=138&type=section&id=Item%2015.%20Exhibit%20and%20Financial%20Statement%20Schedules) This section lists the financial statements, financial statement schedules, and exhibits filed as part of the Annual Report on Form 10-K - This item lists all financial statements and exhibits filed with the 10-K report[688](index=688&type=chunk)
FuelCell Energy(FCEL) - 2023 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2023-09-12 04:59
A global leader in electrochemical technology 1,2 >500 Employees 1969 Founded 95 Platforms in 3 Continents Commercial Operation 3 FCEL Listing: HQ Danbury, NASDAQ Connecticut • • ...
FuelCell Energy(FCEL) - 2023 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-09-11 18:02
FuelCell Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:FCEL) Q3 2023 Results Conference Call September 11, 2023 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Tom Gelston - Senior Vice President, Finance and Investor Relations Jason Few - President and CEO Mike Bishop - Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer Conference Call Participants George Gianarikas - Canaccord Genuity Manav Gupta - UBS Ryan Pfingst - B. Riley Securities Eric Stine - Craig-Hallum Noel Parks - Tuohy Brothers Operator Good morning. My name is Rob, and ...