Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for the second quarter were $111.5 million, compared to $118.2 million for the same period last year, with a year-to-date revenue increase of 5.9% to $218.8 million [11][12] - Adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter was $11.3 million, representing 10.1% of revenues, and for the six-month period, it was $20.4 million, an increase of $13.2 million compared to the previous year [15][16] - Non-GAAP EPS for the second quarter was $0.54, while GAAP EPS was $0.44 [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In private networks, the company remains a leader in providing mission-critical wireless networks, with a new product launch in the Aprisa LTE 5G router for emergency services, valued at approximately $1.6 billion [5][6] - The mobile networks segment is expanding, with ongoing 5G upgrades and initial purchase orders for a multi-dwelling unit solution, indicating a new market segment [7][8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America accounted for 47.5% of total revenues at $52.9 million, while international revenues made up 52.5% at $58.6 million [12] - Gross margins for the second quarter were 32.4% on a GAAP basis and 32.9% on a Non-GAAP basis, down from 34.6% and 35.3% respectively in the prior year [12][13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on capturing demand in the private network sector and expanding its software sales, particularly in public safety [10] - Fiscal 2026 guidance remains unchanged, with expected full-year revenues between $440 million and $460 million and adjusted EBITDA between $45 million and $55 million [18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the BEAD program's potential impact in fiscal 2027, with expectations for positive developments in the second half of 2026 [9][24] - The company is confident in its growth opportunities, particularly in the cellular router market and the MDU project, while remaining cautious about including these in financial forecasts until more visibility is gained [25][26] Other Important Information - The company has over $450 million in net operating losses, which will minimize cash tax payments for the foreseeable future [15] - Cash and marketable securities at the end of the second quarter were $86.5 million, with outstanding debt at $105.4 million, resulting in a net debt position of $18.9 million [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Outlook for the second half of the year - Management discussed organic opportunities, including BEAD and the MDU project, while noting that guidance does not yet include these potential impacts [22][24] Question: Clarification on MDU opportunity and guidance - Management confirmed minimal contributions from the 5G router and zero from BEAD in current guidance, with some minor expectations from the MDU project [26][28] Question: Gross margin pressures and cash flow opportunities - Management indicated that gross margin fluctuations are due to regional sales dynamics, and strong cash flow is expected to continue [29][32] Question: Update on backlog and bookings - Management noted that the current quarter had the highest bookings in 10 years, with a book-to-bill ratio over one, indicating strong demand across service providers and private networks [37][38] Question: Strength in Europe and customer traction - Management attributed European strength to a new EMEA leader focusing on private networks, resulting in improved performance [49]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for Q2 2026 were $111.5 million, a decrease from $118.2 million in Q2 2025, but a 5.9% increase in total revenues for the first half of fiscal 2026 compared to the prior year [11][12] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 was $11.3 million, representing 10.1% of revenues, with a significant improvement of $13.2 million in adjusted EBITDA for the first six months of fiscal 2026 [15][16] - Non-GAAP EPS for Q2 was $0.54, while GAAP EPS was $0.44, both showing an increase compared to the previous year [15][16] - Cash generated from operations was $23.9 million in Q2, contributing to a year-to-date cash from operating activities of $12.2 million [16][17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In private networks, Aviat remains a leader, with the launch of the Aprisa LTE 5G router opening a new segment worth approximately $1.6 billion [5][6] - The mobile networks segment is expanding, with ongoing 5G upgrade cycles and initial purchase orders for multi-dwelling unit solutions [7][8] - Gross margins for Q2 were 32.4% on a GAAP basis and 32.9% on a non-GAAP basis, down from 34.6% and 35.3% respectively in the prior year [12][13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America accounted for 47.5% of total revenues in Q2, amounting to $52.9 million, while international revenues made up 52.5% at $58.6 million [12] - The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) fund is expected to positively impact fiscal 2027, with fixed wireless access capturing 10% to 15% of locations served by BEAD [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on capturing demand in private networks and expanding its share in mobile networks, with a strong emphasis on organic growth opportunities [5][18] - Fiscal 2026 guidance remains unchanged, with full-year revenues expected to be between $440 million and $460 million and adjusted EBITDA between $45 million and $55 million [18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the second half of fiscal 2026, citing strong bookings and market leadership as key factors for continued growth [18] - The company is cautious about including potential impacts from BEAD and other new opportunities in its guidance until more visibility is achieved [24][25] Other Important Information - The company has over $450 million in net operating losses, which will minimize cash tax payments for the foreseeable future [15] - The new CFO, Andy Schmidt, brings over 20 years of experience and is expected to drive growth in public safety and software sales [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Outlook for the second half of the year - Management discussed organic opportunities, including BEAD and the MDU project, while noting that guidance does not yet include these potential impacts [22][23] Question: Details on MDU opportunity and guidance - Management clarified that the MDU project is not yet material to guidance, with minimal contributions expected from the 5G router and zero from BEAD [26][28] Question: Gross margin pressures and cash flow - Management indicated that gross margins were affected by regional sales dynamics, and strong cash flow performance is expected to continue [29][32] Question: Update on backlog and bookings - Management confirmed that Q2 had the highest bookings in 10 years, with a book-to-bill ratio over one, indicating strong demand across service providers and private networks [37][38] Question: Strength in Europe and customer traction - Management attributed success in Europe to a new EMEA leader driving focus on private networks, with positive results emerging [49]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for Q2 2026 were $111.5 million, a decrease from $118.2 million in Q2 2025, but a 5.9% increase in total revenues for the first half of fiscal 2026 compared to the prior six-month period [11][12] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 was $11.3 million, representing 10.1% of revenues, with a significant improvement of $13.2 million in adjusted EBITDA for the first half of fiscal 2026 compared to the same period last year [14][15] - Non-GAAP EPS for Q2 was $0.54, while GAAP EPS was $0.44, both showing an increase of over a dollar compared to the previous year [4][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In private networks, Aviat remains a leader, with a new product launch (Aprisa LTE 5G router) targeting a market worth approximately $1.6 billion, and initial orders have been received [5][6] - The mobile networks segment is expanding, with ongoing 5G upgrade cycles and initial purchase orders for a multi-dwelling unit solution, indicating a new market segment for Aviat [6][7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America accounted for 47.5% of total revenues in Q2, amounting to $52.9 million, while international revenues made up 52.5% at $58.6 million [12] - Gross margins for Q2 were 32.4% on a GAAP basis and 32.9% on a non-GAAP basis, down from 34.6% and 35.3% respectively in the prior year [12][13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on capturing demand in private networks and expanding its market share in mobile networks, with a strong emphasis on organic growth opportunities [5][17] - Fiscal 2026 guidance remains unchanged, with expected full-year revenues between $440 million and $460 million and adjusted EBITDA between $45 million and $55 million [17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism regarding the BEAD program, anticipating a positive impact in fiscal 2027, while remaining cautious about including it in current guidance [8][9] - The company is encouraged by the strong bookings and market leadership, positioning itself well for the second half of fiscal 2026 [17] Other Important Information - The company has over $450 million in net operating losses, which will minimize cash tax payments for the foreseeable future [14] - Cash generated from operations was $23.9 million in Q2, contributing to a net debt position improvement to $18.9 million [15][16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Outlook for the second half of the year - Management discussed organic opportunities, including BEAD and the MDU project, indicating that while BEAD is not included in guidance, there is growing confidence in its potential impact [21][24] Question: Details on MDU opportunity and guidance - The MDU project is still in early stages, with minimal impact on guidance, while the 5G router is also not expected to contribute significantly yet [27][28] Question: Gross margin pressures and cash flow - Management clarified that gross margin fluctuations are due to product mix rather than pressure on services, and they anticipate continued strong cash performance [30][32] Question: Update on backlog and bookings - Management confirmed that Q2 had the highest bookings in 10 years, with a book-to-bill ratio over one, indicating strong demand across service providers and private networks [38][39] Question: Strength in Europe - The success in Europe is attributed to a new EMEA leader driving focus on private networks, resulting in improved performance [51]

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