Tucows(TCX) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:07
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated revenue for Q4 2025 was $98.7 million, up 6% year-over-year, with all three segments contributing [9] - Q4 gross profit was $24.1 million, up 14% year-over-year, supported by a favorable mix [9] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $11.1 million, down 14% year-over-year, while total consolidated adjusted EBITDA for fiscal 2025 was $50.6 million, which was $3.6 million above guidance and represented a 45% increase from fiscal 2024 [10][11] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - Tucows Domains reported Q4 revenue of $66.4 million, a modest increase from $65.7 million, with gross profit rising 4% to $19.2 million [12] - Wavelo achieved Q4 revenue of $11.7 million, a 19% increase year-over-year, with gross profit up 7% to $6.6 million [14] - Ting Internet's Q4 revenue was $18.5 million, up 18% year-over-year, with gross profit improving to $1.6 million from a loss of $1.2 million in Q4 2024 [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Domains under management and transactions are normalizing at a modestly lower level due to a customer taking their business in-house, but margins remain healthy due to a diverse reseller base [5] - Wavelo's performance was driven by renewing its inaugural customer and aligning incentives, indicating a strong market position [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to transition into a capital-light business with a lean operating model, focusing on recurring revenue and strong customer retention [22][24] - The strategy includes leveraging technical expertise and operational capabilities to build technology services that benefit from shared infrastructure [23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the complexity of the current operating environment but expressed confidence in the company's ability to execute and innovate [4] - The outlook for fiscal 2026 includes an Adjusted EBITDA range of $47 million-$49 million for Tucows Domains and $14.5 million-$15.5 million for Wavelo, with corporate expectations of -$6 million to -$9 million [18][19] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with cash and restricted cash of $64.2 million, down from $73.2 million in Q4 of the previous year [16] - Corporate net debt, excluding Ting, was $189.5 million, with compliance maintained under the TCX syndicated facility [16] Q&A Session Summary - There was no live Q&A session; however, shareholders and analysts were invited to submit questions via email, with responses to be posted on the company's website [2][27]
Tucows(TCX) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:07
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated revenue for Q4 2025 was $98.7 million, up 6% year-over-year, with all three segments contributing [9] - Q4 gross profit was $24.1 million, up 14% year-over-year, supported by a favorable mix [9] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $11.1 million, down 14% year-over-year, while total consolidated adjusted EBITDA for fiscal 2025 was $50.6 million, which was $3.6 million above guidance and represented a 45% increase from fiscal 2024 [10][11] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - Tucows Domains revenue grew to $66.4 million in Q4 2025 from $65.7 million in Q4 2024, with a 4% increase in gross profit to $19.2 million [12] - Wavelo's Q4 revenue was $11.7 million, a 19% increase year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA of $3.4 million [14] - Ting Internet's Q4 revenue was $18.5 million, up 18% year-over-year, with an adjusted EBITDA loss of $0.9 million, an improvement from a $1.5 million loss in Q4 2024 [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Domains under management and transactions are normalizing at a modestly lower level due to a customer taking their business in-house, but margins remain healthy [5] - Wavelo's performance was driven by renewing its inaugural customer and aligning incentives, indicating a strong market position [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to transition into a capital-light business with a lean operating model, focusing on recurring revenue and strong customer retention [22][24] - The strategy includes leveraging technical expertise and operational capabilities to build technology services that benefit from shared infrastructure [23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the complexity of the current operating environment but expressed confidence in the company's ability to execute and innovate [4] - The outlook for fiscal 2026 includes an adjusted EBITDA range of $47 million-$49 million for Tucows Domains and $14.5 million-$15.5 million for Wavelo, with corporate adjusted EBITDA expected to be between -$6 million and -$9 million [18][19] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with cash and restricted cash of $64.2 million, down from $73.2 million in Q4 of the previous year [16] - Corporate net debt, excluding Ting, was $189.5 million, with compliance maintained under the TCX syndicated facility [16] Q&A Session Summary - There was no live Q&A session; however, shareholders and analysts were invited to submit questions via email, with responses to be posted on the company's website [2][27]
Tucows(TCX) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:05
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated revenue for Q4 2025 was $98.7 million, up 6% year-over-year, with all three segments contributing [10] - Q4 gross profit was $24.1 million, up 14% year-over-year, supported by a favorable mix [10] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $11.1 million, down 14% year-over-year, while total consolidated adjusted EBITDA for fiscal 2025 was $50.6 million, which was $3.6 million above guidance and represents a 45% increase from fiscal 2024 [11][12] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - Tucows Domains revenue grew to $66.4 million in Q4 2025 from $65.7 million, with a 4% increase in gross profit to $19.2 million [13] - Wavelo's Q4 revenue was $11.7 million, a 19% increase year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA of $3.4 million [14][16] - Ting Internet reported Q4 revenue of $18.5 million, up 18% year-over-year, with an adjusted EBITDA loss of $0.9 million, an improvement from a $1.5 million loss in Q4 2024 [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Domains under management and transactions are normalizing at a modestly lower level due to a customer taking their business in-house [5] - The wholesale channel revenue rose 2% year-over-year to $57 million, supported by strong growth in value-added services [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to transition into a capital-light business with a lean operating model, focusing on recurring revenue and strong customer retention [24][25] - The leadership approach emphasizes customer-centric execution, operational excellence, and financial rigor in decision-making [22][23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the complexity of the current operating environment and expressed confidence in the company's ability to navigate changes [4] - The outlook for fiscal 2026 includes an adjusted EBITDA range of $47 million-$49 million for Tucows Domains and $14.5 million-$15.5 million for Wavelo, with corporate adjusted EBITDA expected to be between -$6 million and -$9 million [20][21] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with cash and restricted cash of $64.2 million, down from $73.2 million in Q4 of last year [18] - Corporate net debt, excluding Ting, was $189.5 million, with compliance maintained under the TCX syndicated facility [18] Q&A Session Summary - There was no live Q&A session; however, shareholders and analysts were invited to submit questions via email, with responses to be posted on the company's website [2][28]
sair Gaming(CRSR) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the full year 2025, revenue grew 12% to approximately $1.47 billion, gross profit increased 30% to approximately $426 million, and adjusted EBITDA grew more than 80% to over $100 million [4][14] - In Q4 2025, revenue increased 6% year-over-year to approximately $437 million, gross profit increased more than 30% year-over-year, and adjusted EBITDA increased more than 60% year-over-year [14][15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gaming components and systems delivered strong double-digit growth for both the fourth quarter and the full year, driven by strength in memory and core components [15] - Gamer and Creator Peripherals delivered single-digit full-year growth, led by continued momentum in sim racing and creator products, while lower demand in North America resulted in a low single-digit revenue decline in Q4 [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Softer holiday demand was observed in North America for gaming peripherals, but stronger international performance was noted [6] - The company expects demand to improve in 2026, particularly with the anticipated launch of GTA 6 in Q4 [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to improve the quality of growth through integrated platforms and innovation, focusing on higher margin gaming, sim racing, and creator categories [10] - Corsair plans to scale its direct-to-consumer business, which accounted for nearly 20% of revenue in 2025, with double-digit growth in web traffic and social engagement [11] - The opening of the first Corsair retail store is part of a strategy to deepen consumer engagement and grow brand awareness [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges a conservative outlook for the Gaming Components and Systems segment due to semiconductor shortages, while expecting double-digit growth in the Gamer and Creator Peripherals segment [18] - The company has a strong position in the memory business and aims to continue acquiring inventory to support demand [33] Other Important Information - Corsair announced its first share repurchase authorization of up to $50 million, reflecting confidence in the attractiveness of its shares [16] - The company is focused on margin expansion through operational discipline and smart inventory management [10][15] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance and Market Visibility - The company has embedded conservatism in its guidance due to market conditions, particularly in the semiconductor space [23][24] Question: Components Margins - Components margins improved due to higher memory product prices and growth in sim racing, with expectations for sustainability [25][26] Question: Memory Revenue - Memory revenue grew 24% year-over-year to $156 million, with a gross margin of 35% [32] Question: Semiconductor Situation - The company has visibility into the semiconductor market and expects tight conditions to persist for the next couple of years, but has strategies to manage inventory [50][51] Question: Elgato Recurring Revenue - The company is working on a recurring revenue model for Elgato, with over 2 million active users on the marketplace [60][61]
PROCORE(PCOR) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue in Q4 was $349 million, up 15.6% year-over-year, with full-year revenue growth of 15% [24][8] - Q4 non-GAAP operating income was $52 million, representing a non-GAAP operating margin of 15%, with a full-year non-GAAP operating margin of 14%, reflecting a year-over-year expansion of 400 basis points [24][8] - Free cash flow for Q4 was $90 million, bringing full-year free cash flow to $215 million, representing 69% year-over-year growth and a 16% free cash flow margin [29][30] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. general contractors segment remains a cornerstone of growth, with three new ENR 400 logos added in Q4 and over 70 ENR 400 customers expanding their run rate [8][9] - Procore Pay saw strong momentum, ending the year with nearly 450 customers, representing over 70% year-over-year growth [26] - The total number of $100,000+ ARR customers now exceeds 2,700, with 115 customers spending more than $1 million in ARR, reflecting 34% year-over-year growth [26][27] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - International revenue grew 14% year-over-year in Q4, impacted by currency headwinds, but grew 15% on a constant currency basis [24] - The owners segment continues to scale, with plans to launch specialized products for portfolio management, planning, funding, and asset management [12] - Data centers currently represent 2% of total U.S. construction activity, with significant growth expected due to AI infrastructure investments [12][13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to lead in the AI era, focusing on driving efficiency gains across the construction lifecycle [6][7] - Procore's strategy includes leveraging its position as a system of record and collaboration to enhance AI capabilities, with the recent acquisition of Datagrid to accelerate this strategy [15][66] - The company plans to monetize AI offerings through new bundles and consumption-based models, emphasizing the ROI for customers [73] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in Procore's future, highlighting strong customer relationships and the potential for durable growth and margin expansion [5][22] - The company anticipates revenue growth of 13% for fiscal 2026, with non-GAAP operating margin guidance of 17.5%-18% [32] - Management noted that the construction environment remains challenging, but they are focused on delivering durable growth and improving operational efficiency [30][31] Other Important Information - Procore for Government achieved FedRAMP Moderate authorization, expanding opportunities with U.S. federal and state government customers [12] - The company is focused on limiting share count dilution, with a weighted average diluted share count growth of less than 1% in Q4 [29] Q&A Session Summary Question: Customer Conversations on AI - Management noted that customers are focused on construction and do not have the inclination to become AI experts, preferring that their tech vendor leverage AI effectively [38][39] Question: Trends in Volume Commitments During Q4 Renewal Cycle - Management indicated continued strength in ACV commitments, which have grown beyond $1 trillion, reflecting market share gains [63] Question: Datagrid's Role in AI Strategy - Management explained that Datagrid will help integrate data from various systems, enhancing Procore's AI capabilities and overall platform [66] Question: Monetization Strategy for AI - Management discussed plans to establish compelling ROI for AI offerings, with potential inclusion in new bundles and consumption-based pricing models [73] Question: Capacity and Resource Planning for Go-to-Market - Management confirmed sufficient capacity for fiscal 2026, focusing on productivity increases and resource allocation primarily in R&D [75]
Dutch Bros(BROS) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the full year 2025, total revenues reached $1.64 billion, representing a growth of 28% compared to the previous year, and more than doubling since the end of 2022 [6][23] - Adjusted EBITDA for 2025 grew by 31% to $303 million, outpacing revenue growth [7][23] - System same-shop sales growth was 5.6% for the year, with Q4 showing a growth of 7.7% [6][24] - Company-operated contribution margin was approximately 29% for 2025, reflecting over 400 basis points of margin expansion since 2022 [7][23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - New shop growth contributed significantly, with 154 new shop openings in 2025, leading to a total of 1,136 system-wide shops [6][24] - Company-operated same-shop sales growth in Q4 was 9.7%, driven by strong transaction growth of 7.6% [27] - System-wide average unit volumes (AUVs) reached a record $2.1 million, indicating strong shop-level economics [8][23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company expanded into seven contiguous states, including North Carolina, increasing its market presence to 25 states [11] - The new food program has been rolled out to over 300 shops across 11 states, with plans for completion by the end of 2026 [19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to reach 2,029 shops by 2029, with a clear strategy focused on growth through people and brand investment [9][19] - A shift towards a foundational top-of-the-funnel paid advertising engine has been implemented to enhance brand awareness [14] - The company is also focusing on expanding its CPG platform, which includes creamers and ready-to-drink offerings, to drive long-term growth [15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to navigate competitive pressures and maintain traffic strength, citing strong same-shop sales performance [38] - The company anticipates continued transaction growth in 2026, with expectations of opening at least 181 new system shops [12][27] - Management acknowledged commodity cost pressures but remains optimistic about achieving long-term contribution margin goals [24][29] Other Important Information - The company has built a strong pipeline of regional operator candidates, increasing from approximately 400 to 475 since the end of 2022 [10] - The loyalty program, Dutch Rewards, surpassed 15 million members, with 72% of system transactions attributed to it [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: How will the company protect traffic during competitive pressures? - Management highlighted the strength of their value proposition and service quality, expressing confidence in maintaining traffic strength despite competition [38] Question: What is the mandate for the new Chief Shops Officer? - The focus will be on supporting baristas and enhancing operational initiatives, including the food program and mobile ordering [40] Question: What metrics can be shared regarding the food program's impact? - Management is tracking various operational metrics and is pleased with the initial results, indicating a long-term strategy for food offerings [46] Question: How does the company view the Clutch acquisition? - The acquisition is seen as a capital-efficient way to expand into new markets, with plans for conversion and opening in Q2 and Q3 [60][84] Question: What is the outlook for competition in specific markets? - Management noted that they are not currently seeing pressures on site availability or costs due to competition, maintaining a strong position in real estate [71]
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical(RARE) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for 2025 was reported at $673 million, representing a 20% growth over 2024 and exceeding the upper end of guidance [11] - Net loss for the year was $575 million, or $5.83 per share [12] - Cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities as of December 31 were $738 million [12] - Guidance for 2026 total revenue is expected to be between $730 million and $760 million, reflecting an 8%-13% growth over 2025 [12][13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Crysvita contributed $481 million in revenue, with a 17% growth over 2024 [11] - Dojolvi generated $96 million, representing a 9% growth over 2024 [11] - Evkeeza saw significant growth, contributing $59 million, which is an 84% increase over 2024 [11] - Mepsevii contributed $37 million, continuing to treat patients in an ultra-rare indication [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The commercial business delivered a significant 20% year-over-year growth in 2025, with treatments reaching over 35 countries [8] - In Latin America, Crysvita's business is anchored in Brazil and Argentina, with solid reimbursement growth in Mexico and Colombia [16][17] - Dojolvi has seen continuous growth in EMEA, with regulatory wins in Kuwait and the U.K. [18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims for profitability by 2027, implementing a strategic restructuring plan to reduce operating expenses and align resources with high-impact opportunities [9][10] - The plan includes a 10% workforce reduction, impacting approximately 130 employees [10] - The company is focused on launching three additional treatments over the next two years while continuing to grow its base business of four commercial products [10][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted 2026 as a significant year with potential approvals in MPS IIIA and glycogen storage disease type Ia, along with pivotal data readout in Angelman syndrome [4] - The management expressed confidence in the ability to deliver the next phase of growth required to reach profitability [20] - The company is addressing the FDA's incomplete response letter regarding UX111 and is working on resubmitting the BLA with additional documentation [7][21] Other Important Information - The company has a strong commercial infrastructure and experienced team to execute complex rare disease therapies globally [20] - The strategic restructuring is expected to enable the company to diversify its pipeline beyond gene therapy [54] Q&A Session Summary Question: What was the decision behind using cognition as the primary endpoint for the Angelman study? - The decision was based on the belief that cognition is fundamental and intertwined with communication, which takes more time to develop [27] Question: Can you provide insights on the patient baseline profile for the Angelman study? - The baseline data from the phase II trial is reflective of the phase III program, and the company is comfortable with the comparability [33] Question: How does the company plan to achieve profitability in 2027? - The pathway to profitability includes continued growth from current products and a reduction in combined R&D and SG&A expenses [40][42] Question: What is the timeline for the resubmission of the BLA in response to the IRL? - The resubmission is expected to take a couple of weeks for the FDA to determine if all required documents are included, with a PDUFA date set approximately six months after resubmission [72] Question: What is the expected launch trajectory for GSDIa? - The market for GSDIa is expected to develop steadily, with strong demand anticipated, but not as urgent as MPS IIIA [76]
Maplebear (CART) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a Gross Transaction Value (GTV) of $9.85 billion for Q4 2025, representing a 14% year-over-year increase, marking the strongest growth in three years [21] - Orders reached 89.5 million, up 16% year-over-year, while the average order value decreased by 1% year-over-year [21] - GAAP net income was $81 million, down 46% year-over-year, primarily due to higher G&A expenses related to non-recurring legal matters [23] - Adjusted EBITDA grew 20% year-over-year to $303 million, with operating cash flow of $184 million, also up 20% year-over-year [23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Advertising and other revenue grew 10% year-over-year, driven by strong GTV performance and an increase in active brand partners to over 9,000 [22] - Transaction revenue grew 13% year-over-year, representing 7.1% of GTV, which remained flat year-over-year [21] - The enterprise platform powered more than 380 grocery e-commerce sites, with significant growth opportunities identified [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted that grocery remains a massive and fragmented market, still early in its online journey, which presents significant growth opportunities [7] - The company has expanded its reach to more than 2,200 retail banners across nearly 100,000 locations [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company's strategy focuses on being the trusted platform for grocery needs, providing technology for grocers, and being the preferred advertising ecosystem for brands [8] - The company is leveraging generative AI to enhance execution across its platform, driving efficiency and compounding advantages [8][14] - The company aims to accelerate its growth and capitalize on the omnichannel transformation of grocery [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to drive durable, profitable growth, citing strong momentum and a positive outlook for Q1 2026 [6][24] - The company anticipates GTV for Q1 2026 to range between $10.125 billion and $10.275 billion, representing year-over-year growth of 11%-13% [25] - Management acknowledged the competitive landscape but emphasized the company's strong market position and differentiation [39] Other Important Information - The company will transition to an annual shareholder letter starting Q1 2026, aiming for a more holistic assessment of its long-term strategy [3] - The company repurchased $1.4 billion of shares in 2025, including $1.1 billion in Q4 alone [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: How should we think about the scope of the opportunity in marketplace and enterprise adoption? - Management highlighted that both marketplace and enterprise segments are growing, with enterprise providing deeper strategic conversations and technical integrations with retailers [30] Question: What has driven the acceleration in business metrics? - Management noted strong user growth and engagement, with 26 million customers using the platform in 2025 and record retention rates [36] Question: Can you discuss the stronger-than-expected advertising performance? - Management attributed the strong advertising performance to GTV growth and a diversification strategy that has expanded the advertising ecosystem [46] Question: How are you approaching international growth? - Management expressed optimism about international markets, noting that many retailers are still underdeveloped in e-commerce, presenting a significant opportunity [50] Question: What is the strategy regarding price parity initiatives? - Management indicated that retailers adopting price parity tend to outperform those with markups, and they are actively discussing pricing strategies with partners [60] Question: What updates can you provide on Instacart+ adoption? - Management reported that Instacart+ continues to represent the majority of GTV and orders, with paid members showing higher engagement and retention [67]
Twilio(TWLO) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Twilio reported record revenue of $1.4 billion in Q4 2025, representing a 14% year-over-year increase on a reported basis and 12% on an organic basis [5][13] - For the full year, revenue reached $5.1 billion, reflecting a 14% reported growth and 13% organic growth [13] - Non-GAAP income from operations for Q4 was $256 million, up 30% year-over-year, while full-year non-GAAP income from operations was $924 million, a 29% increase [16][17] - Free cash flow for Q4 was $256 million, and for the full year, it was $945 million, up 44% year-over-year [5][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Voice revenue growth accelerated to the high teens in Q4, driven by strong adoption of voice AI, which saw revenue growth above 60% year-over-year [14][16] - Messaging revenue growth was solid, particularly during Cyber Week, contributing to an overall growth of 18% for the year [15][16] - Software add-on revenue grew over 20% year-over-year, with Verify leading the growth at more than 25% for two consecutive quarters [15][16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The number of large deals closed (over $500,000) increased by 36% year-over-year in Q4 [7] - Twilio's multi-product customer count grew by 26% year-over-year, indicating a shift towards selling solutions rather than just products [8] - During Cyber Week, Twilio sent 6.99 billion messages, a 34.5% year-over-year increase, and handled 1.07 billion calls, up 58% year-over-year [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Twilio aims to become a foundational infrastructure layer in the age of AI, focusing on delivering essential infrastructure for communications powered by contextual data and automation [6][12] - The company is transitioning from selling features to selling solutions, as evidenced by the growth in multi-product adoption and strategic partnerships [8][12] - Twilio's innovation strategy is centered around AI, with plans to launch new products that enhance customer engagement and trust [11][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in sustaining momentum into 2026, with a robust innovation roadmap and a focus on creating amazing experiences for brands [12][24] - The company anticipates reported revenue growth of 11.5%-12.5% and organic growth of 8%-9% for the full year 2026, reflecting broad-based trends [21][23] - Management acknowledged the impact of increased carrier fees on margins but emphasized that these fees do not affect the ability to generate profit dollars [22][24] Other Important Information - Twilio completed $198 million in share repurchases in Q4 and $855 million for the full year, representing 90% of 2025 free cash flow [18][19] - The company achieved its first full year of GAAP profitability, with GAAP income from operations of $158 million [14][17] Q&A Session Summary Question: What drove the voice strength in Q4? - Management noted broad adoption of voice across customer cohorts, with significant contributions from self-service and ISV channels [27][28] Question: Can you provide visibility on Q1 guidance? - Management expressed confidence in Q1 guidance, citing strong growth across products and sales channels [30][31] Question: What is driving messaging growth excluding A2Ps? - Management indicated broad-based strength across products, with messaging performing well [41][42] Question: What is the outlook for RCS adoption? - Management highlighted rapid growth in RCS, emphasizing its potential for marketing-oriented use cases [46][48] Question: How does Twilio differentiate from competitors? - Management attributed success to differentiated technology, strong developer experience, and continuous innovation [51][52] Question: Where is the stronger growth coming from in voice AI? - Management indicated that both enterprise and voice AI companies are contributing to growth, with enterprise expected to drive more durable volume [59][60]
Atomera(ATOM) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 23:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for 2025 was $65 million, consisting of NRE fees for wafer deliveries and MSTcad licensing [17] - GAAP net loss for 2025 was $20.2 million, or $0.65 per share, compared to a net loss of $18.4 million, or $0.68 per share in 2024 [17] - Non-GAAP net loss for 2025 was $16.1 million, or $0.52 per share, compared to a net loss of $15.4 million, or $0.57 per share in 2024 [17] - GAAP operating expenses increased to $20.9 million in 2025 from $19.3 million in 2024, primarily due to a $1.1 million increase in stock compensation expense [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the advanced node and Gate-All-Around business segment, there is high revenue potential due to recent technical advancements [8] - In DRAM, the company is involved in enhancing performance for next-generation architectures and has two major solution offerings in validation [9] - In RF SOI, the company is working with key players to drive adoption of its solutions, which can be implemented with wafer-based products [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The semiconductor industry is facing challenges due to the rapid advancement of AI, which has increased demand for materials that can alleviate these issues [4] - The market for memories is currently robust, providing potential customers with generous R&D budgets to pursue new ideas [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on commercial execution in 2026, leveraging partnerships with major equipment OEMs to drive adoption of its MST technology [4][5] - The strategy includes engaging in government-funded collaborative developments and targeting non-traditional customer segments [4] - The company aims to convert technical breakthroughs into licenses and revenue through strategic partnerships [15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to achieve significant milestones in the Gate-All-Around technology, citing recent positive test results [33] - The company is optimistic about the potential for MST technology to improve performance and efficiency in AI data centers [47] - Management emphasized the importance of achieving commercial agreements and is focused on closing opportunities in 2026 [26] Other Important Information - The company has raised additional funds through share sales, with $3.2 million raised post-year-end [24] - The company plans to continue controlling costs aggressively while focusing on areas directly related to revenue and near-term commercial progress [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on Gate-All-Around technology milestones - Management expressed high confidence in achieving important next steps in the Gate-All-Around technology due to recent test data proving MST's effectiveness [33] Question: Comparison with alternative solutions - Management indicated that MST technology has proven to be superior to Silicon Arsenic in blocking dopant diffusion, which is a significant advantage [35] Question: Coverage in the power space - Management noted that while they are expanding their presence in the power space, it is a larger and more diverse market compared to RF SOI [37] Question: Update on Vice President of Sales - The new VP of Sales has been effective in driving efforts with existing customers and targeting new relationships [41] Question: Wafer activity and customer engagement - The company has seen increased customer engagement with simultaneous wafer runs, and they are optimistic about the outcomes of these runs [42] Question: Benefits of selling blank wafers - Selling blank wafers simplifies integration for customers, leading to faster time to revenue [44] Question: MST's role in AI power savings - MST technology can improve performance and efficiency in AI data centers, particularly with the shift to 48-volt power supplies [47] Question: Update on JDA One and JDA Two - Management is hopeful for progress with JDA One and confirmed that JDA Two is currently running wafers [51] Question: Evaluation of MST at customer fabs - MST is currently being evaluated at one Gate-All-Around customer's fab, with hopes to expand to others [52]