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skillz(SKLZ) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
skillzskillz(US:SKLZ)2025-05-08 21:30

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q1 2025 was $22 million, representing a 21% sequential increase but an 11% year-over-year decline [17] - Adjusted EBITDA loss for Q1 was $50 million, an improvement from a loss of $90 million in Q4 2024 [18] - Net loss for Q1 was $15 million, compared to a net loss of $27 million in the prior year [18] - Cash position at the end of Q1 was $264 million, including $254 million in cash and cash equivalents [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Paid Monthly Active Users (MAU) increased to 123,000 in Q1 from 110,000 in Q4 2024, indicating growth in user engagement [13] - The paid user conversion rate rose to 16.2% in Q1 from 14.6% in Q4 2024 [17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is actively involved in litigation against international competitors, alleging unfair practices that harm its business [7][9] - The ongoing legal actions are aimed at protecting consumer interests and ensuring fair competition in the skill-based gaming industry [6][10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on enhancing its platform to improve consumer and developer engagement, with a commitment to invest up to $75 million over the next three years to support new game development [11] - The strategy includes expanding beyond casual skill games into new genres to broaden competitive gaming offerings [12] - The company aims to achieve positive adjusted EBITDA and sustainable growth while managing expenses [15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management emphasized the importance of building trust in the industry and protecting players from deceptive practices [6][10] - The company remains confident in its ability to compete against legitimate skill-based gaming providers and is focused on returning to consistent top-line growth [10][15] Other Important Information - The company is working to comply with NYSE listing standards after receiving a notice of non-compliance [3][4] - The company has received a $7.5 million payment from AviGames as part of a settlement, contributing to its cash position [19] Q&A Session Summary - No questions were registered during the Q&A session, leading to the conclusion of the call [20]