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Allot(ALLT) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-11-20 15:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q3 2025 was $26.4 million, representing a 14% year-over-year increase [5][12] - Non-GAAP operating income was $3.7 million, compared to $1.1 million in Q3 2024 [14][15] - Non-GAAP net income was $4.6 million, or $0.10 per diluted share, compared to $1.3 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, in the same quarter last year [15] - Cash and investments totaled $81 million as of September 30, 2025, up from $59 million at the end of 2024, with no debt [15][16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from Cybersecurity as a Service (CCAs) was $7.3 million, up 60% year-over-year, comprising 28% of total revenue [12][5] - CCAs Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) as of September 2025 was $27.6 million [12] - The Smart product line also contributed to growth, with a strong performance and a robust pipeline [9][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Increased sales in the Americas, particularly from a large Smart order and growing contributions from the U.S. market [12] - Recurring revenue as a percentage of total revenue increased to 63% in Q3 2025 from 58% in Q3 2024 [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is executing a cybersecurity-first strategy and focusing on a renewed go-to-market approach [7][10] - The launch of OPNET Secure aims to enhance cybersecurity protection for end customers, expanding the service beyond the operator's infrastructure [8] - The company is optimistic about long-term growth, with expectations for CCAs ARR to surpass 60% year-over-year growth by year-end 2025 [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's strong financial position and growth strategy, highlighting the positive momentum in CCAs and network intelligence solutions [10][11] - The competitive landscape is viewed as more favorable, with unique technology providing a competitive edge [29] - Management raised full-year 2025 revenue guidance to between $100 million and $103 million [11] Other Important Information - The company completed a $46 million follow-on share offering, with $40 million received in Q2 and $6 million in Q3 [15] - The company reported positive operating cash flow of $4 million for the third consecutive quarter [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: Increased traction with major telecom customer - Management noted positive trends in both tax rates and new services launched, contributing to significant growth in CCAs revenue and ARR [18] Question: Details on the first customer for OPNET Secure - Management indicated that the first customer values 24/7 protection and is looking to enhance their service with OPNET [19][21] Question: Continued strength in the Smart pipeline - Management confirmed a strong pipeline with opportunities from both new and existing customers, particularly for the Terra 3 product [23] Question: Drivers of CCAs growth - Growth is primarily from new contracts and the onboarding of additional customers, with a focus on strategic accounts [27] Question: Competitive landscape for network intelligence offerings - Management described the competitive landscape as easier, with unique technology providing a competitive edge [28] Question: Drivers of growth in larger CCAs contracts - Management identified new customer additions, upselling, and cross-selling as key growth drivers [32] Question: Progress with Verizon Live's penetration - Management refrained from discussing specific customers but expressed overall satisfaction with progress [39] Question: Role of Terra 3 in customer conversations - Management highlighted a good mix of new opportunities and discussions with existing customers, focusing on customer success [41]
Allot(ALLT) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-08-14 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenue of $24.1 million for Q2 2025, representing a 9% year-over-year increase [22] - The CCaaS (Cybersecurity as a Service) ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue) was $6.4 million, up 73% year-over-year, comprising 27% of total revenue [22] - Non-GAAP gross margin improved to 73.4% from 70.6% in the same quarter last year [23] - Non-GAAP operating income was $1.2 million compared to a loss of $1 million in Q2 2024 [24] - Positive operating cash flow of $4.4 million was reported, with cash and equivalents totaling $72 million as of June 30, 2025 [25] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The CCaaS segment is highlighted as the primary growth engine, with significant contributions from new customer acquisitions and upselling existing services [5][7] - The successful launch of Verizon's MyDisPlan contributed positively to the CCaaS growth, indicating strong market traction [6][8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is seeing strong momentum in the cybersecurity services market, particularly among major telecom operators [7] - New contracts with telecom operators in Poland and Panama indicate expanding market presence and service adoption [9][10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on sustainable, profitable growth through its cybersecurity as a service strategy, aiming to increase the number of telecom partners and expand service offerings [10][12] - The launch of the SG Terra 3 platform is expected to enhance service delivery and customer engagement [16][17] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the long-term growth potential, citing improved visibility and a strong backlog of opportunities [20] - The company anticipates a strong year-end CCaaS ARR growth of 55% to 60% for 2025 [19] Other Important Information - A follow-on equity offering raised $46 million, which was used to repay convertible notes and strengthen the balance sheet, leaving the company with no debt [24][25] - The company expects overall revenues for 2025 to be between $98 million and $102 million, positioning itself for profitable growth [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: What has been driving the strong ARR growth metrics? - The strong ARR growth is attributed to new customer acquisitions, increased adoption of existing services, and upselling new applications [29] Question: What has been driving the improved gross margin performance? - Improved gross margin is due to a favorable revenue mix, particularly from software expansion deals [31] Question: Can you provide more color on the MyBiz opportunity? - The MyBiz plan is expected to ramp up over the next two to three years, with high attach rates due to its default inclusion in the service [33][35] Question: Can you discuss the large European telecom deal? - The deal involves network intelligence and cybersecurity solutions, expected to generate revenue primarily in 2026 and 2027 [37][39] Question: Are there any macro impacts on sales cycles? - There are no significant macro impacts observed, and the demand is driven by the new Terra 3 platform [63]