The chart below shows how DQ performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, DQ sees a +3.19% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +6.30% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -1.38%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Cash Balance Decline: Daqo New Energy reported a cash balance of $853.4 million as of September 30, 2024, compared to $997.5 million as of June 30, 2024, and $3.3 billion as of September 30, 2023.
Strong Liquidity Position: The company maintained a strong liquidity position with a balance of quick assets of $2.4 billion.
Polysilicon Production Volume: During the third quarter, the total production volume at Daqo's two polysilicon facilities was 43,592 metric tons.
Cash Cost Reduction: Daqo achieved a reduction in cash cost to $5.34 per kilogram, compared to $5.39 per kilogram in the second quarter.
N-Type Product Mix Progress: The company reached 75% N-type product mix during the quarter, strengthening its confidence in achieving 100% N-type by the end of next year.
Negative
Revenue Decline Analysis: Revenue decreased to $198.5 million compared to $219.9 million in the second quarter of 2024 and $484.8 million in the third quarter of 2023.
Gross Loss Comparison: Gross loss was $60.6 million compared to $159.2 million in the second quarter of 2024 and gross profit of $67.8 million in the third quarter of 2023.
Operating Margin Comparison: Operating margin was negative 49% compared to negative 89% in the second quarter of 2024 and 4.6% in the third quarter of 2023.
Net Loss Comparison: Net loss attributable to Daqo New Energy shareholders was $60.7 million compared to a loss of $120 million in the second quarter of 2024 and $6.3 million in the third quarter of 2023.
Adjusted Net Loss Reduction: Adjusted net loss attributable to Daqo New Energy shareholders was $39.4 million compared to $98.8 million in the second quarter of 2024.
Daqo New Energy Corp. (DQ) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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