Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported quarterly revenue of $410.4 million, the highest level in two years, with a gross margin of 49% [5][29] - Non-GAAP net income for Q3 was $117.3 million, resulting in a non-GAAP diluted earnings per share of $0.90, compared to $0.69 in Q2 [30][31] - The company generated free cash flow of $5.9 million in Q3 [5] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company shipped 1.77 million microinverters and a record 195 megawatt-hours of batteries in Q3 [5] - Non-GAAP gross margin for Q3 was 49.2%, compared to 48.6% in Q2 [29] - The fourth-generation battery constituted 40% of total battery shipments in the U.S. during Q3 [43] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. revenue increased by 29% in Q3 compared to Q2, while international revenue decreased by 38% [9][11] - The overall sell-through of products was up 9% in Q3 compared to Q2 [9] - In Europe, the company faced challenges, with revenue decreasing significantly, particularly in the Netherlands and France [9][11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on expanding its battery retrofit opportunities and enhancing its product offerings, including the launch of the IQ9 GAN microinverter [17][22] - The strategy includes transitioning to non-China sources for battery components and leveraging partnerships to capture market share [17][18] - The company anticipates a rebound in the second half of 2026 driven by rising power prices and new financing solutions [17][27] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed caution regarding Q4 revenue guidance due to inventory management and the impact of safe harbor revenue pulled into Q3 [15][39] - The company expects a larger than normal seasonal decline in Q1 2026 but anticipates recovery through the rest of the year [16][17] - Management highlighted the importance of innovation in response to competition, particularly in the European market [52] Other Important Information - The company is working closely with TPO partners on safe harbor planning and is well-positioned to support both methods of safe harbor [15][66] - The company has approximately $280 million of production tax credit receivable on its balance sheet [31][32] - The company is evaluating opportunities to accelerate the monetization of its production tax credits [33] Q&A Session Summary Question: Inventory dynamics going into Q1 next year - Management anticipates an overall sell-through for Q4 to be between $350 million to $400 million, aiming for 8 to 10 weeks' worth of inventory in the channel [38] Question: Pricing dynamics for the new battery - Management stated that they are not raising prices and are focused on capturing market share, despite tariffs impacting costs [40][41] Question: Non-U.S. revenue performance - Management acknowledged seasonality and competition in Europe, particularly in the Netherlands and France, and emphasized the potential for battery sales in 2026 [46][48] Question: Margin guidance for Q4 - Management explained that margins are impacted by reciprocal tariffs, with expectations of a gross margin of 43.5% for Q4 [54][59] Question: Safe harbor approach using the physical work test - Management discussed the custom product approach for TPO partners and the benefits of the physical work test for revenue recognition [63][66] Question: Prepaid lease concept and CNI market outlook - Management expressed optimism about the prepaid lease model and its potential to revive the market, while also noting opportunities in the small-scale CNI market [67][68]