Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the second quarter of 2025, the company reported revenues of $7.1 million, a 12% increase compared to the same period in 2024 [3][5] - Gross profit for 2025 was $1.4 million, reflecting a gross margin of 20%, which is an improvement of four percentage points from the previous year [4][19] - The net loss for Q2 2025 was $4.3 million, a reduction from a net loss of $4.9 million in Q2 2024 [5] - The company ended the quarter with a cash balance of $3.4 million, up from $2.5 million at the end of Q1 2025 [5][24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenues from commercial customers increased to 60% of total revenues in 2025, up from 24% in the same period of 2024 [3] - International customers accounted for 37% of total revenues in 2025, compared to only 15% in 2024 [3] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company successfully expanded its market presence with the creation of Beam Middle East, enhancing its global footprint [6][10] - The electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing significant growth, with a 35% increase in sales in 2025, following a 20% increase in 2024 [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on diversifying its customer base away from federal government sales, which previously accounted for a significant portion of revenues [9][11] - Beam Global aims to leverage its international expansion, particularly in Europe and the Middle East, to drive future growth [10][31] - The company is committed to maintaining a debt-free status while reducing operating costs and improving gross margins [7][21] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth of the EV market and the corresponding demand for EV charging infrastructure, highlighting the U.S. lagging behind in charging station deployment [14][15] - The company anticipates continued growth in its energy storage business and is optimistic about future opportunities in both the European and Middle Eastern markets [40][48] Other Important Information - The company reported a non-cash impairment of goodwill amounting to $11 million, attributed to a decrease in market capitalization rather than a decline in the actual value of acquisitions [22][23] - Beam Global has implemented lean manufacturing processes in Europe, contributing to improved efficiency and cost reductions [37][88] Q&A Session Summary Question: Is the energy storage opportunity still mostly a U.S. customer business? - The majority of energy storage sales are still U.S.-based, but there are plans to expand into Europe and the Middle East [52][53] Question: Can you discuss the desalination and bike charging equipment sales? - Sales from desalination equipment are currently small but promising, while interest in bike charging products is increasing [56][57] Question: How does Beam Global compete in the DC fast charging market? - The company has a DC fast charging product but believes that Level 2 charging will ultimately dominate the market [62][64] Question: What impact have tariffs had on the company? - Tariffs have had minimal impact so far, but there is concern about future effects as the company navigates cost structures [73][75] Question: Have federal sales conversations picked up post-legislation? - Federal sales have declined significantly, but the company has successfully transitioned to commercial and international sales to offset this loss [78][80]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, the company's revenues were $6.3 million, a significant decrease compared to the same period in 2024, where revenues were more than double [4][20] - Gross profit for Q1 2025 was $500,000, resulting in an 8% gross margin, down from $1.5 million and a 10% gross margin in Q1 2024 [5] - The net loss for Q1 2025 was $15.5 million, which included $12.5 million in non-cash expenses, compared to a net loss of $3 million in Q1 2024 [7][8] - The cash balance at the end of March 2025 was $2.5 million, down from $4.6 million at the end of 2024 [8] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from commercial customers increased to 53% in Q1 2025 from 16% in Q1 2024, indicating a shift towards enterprise customers [4] - International customers contributed 25% of total revenue in Q1 2025, up from 11% in Q1 2024, reflecting successful international expansion efforts [4] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company faced challenges due to the U.S. government's zero-emission vehicle strategy and uncertainties related to the presidential election, impacting revenue generation [4][20] - Despite the federal government halting acquisitions of electric vehicle infrastructure, state and local governments continued to contribute significantly to revenues [25][26] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on diversifying its product offerings and geographical reach, with a strong emphasis on international expansion [10][19] - The management believes that the recent acquisitions have positioned the company for future growth, despite current financial challenges [14][39] - The company aims to enhance its product portfolio with new offerings like Beam Patrol and Beam Bike, which are expected to contribute to revenue growth [45][49] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about returning to growth in future quarters, citing a solid foundation for growth despite current revenue challenges [10][30] - The company is confident in its ability to navigate the current market conditions and is focused on executing its strategic plans [41][79] - Management highlighted the importance of resiliency in their product offerings, particularly in response to climate-related challenges [66][70] Other Important Information - The company took a goodwill impairment charge of $10.8 million due to a decline in market capitalization, which is a non-cash item and does not reflect operational performance [6][17] - The company continues to generate positive gross margins, with net margins exceeding 20% when excluding non-cash items [30][52] Q&A Session Summary Question: How is the product mix between EV ARC and new products expected to evolve? - Management is enthusiastic about the adoption of new products like Beam Patrol and Beam Bike, expecting orders to increase in 2025 and beyond, while still seeing growth in EV ARC [45][49] Question: What is the outlook for margin progression as new products and international sales grow? - Management indicated that gross margins for EV ARC are currently in the 40-50% range, and they expect to achieve 50% gross profit as volume increases [51][54] Question: What is the current manufacturing capacity in Europe? - The company has significant manufacturing capacity in Europe, with the potential to produce five times more units than in the U.S., although supply chain challenges remain [59][64] Question: How will the company address climate-related challenges with its broadened product line? - Management emphasized the importance of resiliency in their products, which can operate during blackouts and are designed for disaster preparedness [66][70]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, revenues were $6.3 million, a significant decrease compared to the same period in 2024, where revenues were approximately double [4][19] - Gross profit for Q1 2025 was $500,000, resulting in an 8% gross margin, down from $1.5 million and a 10% gross margin in Q1 2024 [5] - The net loss for Q1 2025 was $15.5 million, which included $12.5 million in non-cash expenses, compared to a net loss of $3 million in Q1 2024 [6][7] - Cash balance at the end of March 2025 was $2.5 million, down from $4.6 million at the end of 2024 [7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from commercial customers increased to 53% in Q1 2025 from 16% in Q1 2024, indicating a shift towards enterprise customers [4] - International customers contributed 25% of total revenue in Q1 2025, up from 11% in Q1 2024 [4] - Non-government sales grew by 41% year-over-year, demonstrating the effectiveness of the diversification strategy [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. Federal Government's halt on electric vehicle infrastructure acquisitions has negatively impacted revenue, as over half of the previous year's revenue came from federal orders [19][20] - State and local government sales remain strong, with indications of increased activity from California and other municipalities [24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on diversifying its product offerings and geographic reach, particularly in Europe and other international markets [10][22] - The management believes that the acquisitions made in recent years have significantly enhanced the company's growth potential and market presence [13][38] - The strategy includes expanding the sales team and leveraging external sales resources to increase market penetration [25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in returning to growth in future quarters despite current challenges, emphasizing the importance of their diversification strategy [10][28] - The company is optimistic about the potential for significant growth in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa [27][35] - Management acknowledged the impact of tariffs but remains hopeful for a reversal of the worst effects, which could improve margins [29][30] Other Important Information - The company has no debt and sufficient cash to continue operations, positioning itself well for future growth [10][39] - The goodwill impairment of $10.8 million was recognized due to a decline in market capitalization, but management believes this does not reflect the true value of the company's assets [6][16] Q&A Session Summary Question: How is the product mix between EV ARC and new products expected to evolve? - Management is enthusiastic about the adoption of new products like Beam Patrol and Beam Bike, expecting orders to increase in 2025 and beyond, while still seeing growth in EV ARC [44][47] Question: What is the current state of manufacturing capacity in Europe? - The company has significant manufacturing capacity in Europe, with the potential to produce five times more units than in the U.S., although supply chain issues remain a concern [58][63] Question: How will resiliency be emphasized in the product line? - Resiliency is a key aspect of the company's offerings, with products designed to operate during blackouts and natural disasters, which is increasingly relevant in various markets [66][70]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The third quarter revenues were $11.5 million, marking the second highest third quarter revenues in the company's history, with 47.9% derived from commercial customers, an increase of 80% compared to Q3 2023 [6][13] - For the nine months ending September 30, 2024, revenues totaled $41 million, with a backlog of $10.6 million as of November 7, 2024 [6][7] - GAAP gross margin improved to 10.7% from 1.7% in 2023, with non-GAAP gross margin reaching 17.6% after adjusting for non-cash items [7][8] - The net income for Q3 2024 was $1.3 million, compared to a net loss of $3.6 million in the same period in 2023 [13] - The cash balance decreased to $4.9 million from $10.4 million at the end of Q4 2023, primarily due to acquisition-related cash outlays [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The gross profit for the nine months ending September 30, 2024, was 12% of sales, with non-GAAP gross profit net of non-cash items at 18.3% [8] - The company experienced a significant increase in gross margin due to engineering design changes and cost reductions in materials and labor efficiencies [9][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has grown its pipeline of prospective customers to over $200 million, an all-time high, although the timing of actual sales remains uncertain [6][23] - The company noted a slowdown in orders from federal customers due to uncertainty surrounding the new administration's policies on electric vehicles [25][26] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on geographic expansion and new product offerings to capitalize on a broader range of opportunities, both domestically and internationally [20][37] - A new strategy involves adding resellers and distributors to broaden the sales funnel, moving away from reliance on a small in-house sales team [39][122] - The company is also working on improving its product offerings and reducing operating costs through acquisitions and operational efficiencies [62] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence that the current revenue decline is temporary and attributed it to order timing and regulatory uncertainties rather than a fundamental decline in demand [22][24] - The electrification of transportation and the need for renewable energy are expected to drive future growth, with significant investments anticipated in both the U.S. and Europe [22][35] - Management highlighted the importance of obtaining new certifications to meet evolving regulatory requirements, which is expected to unlock pent-up demand once achieved [29][113] Other Important Information - The company announced a sponsorship deal with Vinci Group to deploy EV arc systems at Belgrade International Airport, marking a new business model for revenue generation [48][51] - The acquisition of Telcom is expected to enhance the company's manufacturing capabilities and reduce costs associated with third-party components [60][62] Q&A Session Summary Question: Is there more government funding available for EV charging infrastructure in Europe compared to the U.S.? - Management indicated that while uncertainty exists in the U.S., Europe is expected to see significant government spending on electrification, with a strong push towards EV adoption [105][108] Question: Are there similar certification challenges in Europe as with UL in the U.S.? - Management confirmed that evolving regulations and certification processes are present in Europe, but efforts made for UL certification will aid in meeting CE requirements [110][112] Question: What is the next focus for maintaining business momentum? - The focus is on adding resellers, distributors, and agents to expand the sales force and reach a larger audience, moving beyond the current small sales team [121][122]