The chart below shows how GAME performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, GAME sees a -1.11% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -10.62% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -1.60%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Record Revenue Increase: Revenue increased 10% year-over-year to a third quarter record of $26.4 million.
Q3 Adjusted EBITDA Performance: Adjusted EBITDA for the third quarter exceeded initial expectations, demonstrating significant improvements in profitability.
Gross Margin Improvement: The company achieved a gross margin of $5.2 million or 19.8% of sales, compared to $3.4 million or 14% of sales in the same period last year.
Subathon Engagement Records: FaZe Clan's subathon in September showcased over 1.1 billion impressions and set new records for engagement, highlighting the brand's strength.
Cash Reserves for Growth: The company ended the third quarter with over $11 million in cash on its balance sheet, providing flexibility for future growth opportunities.
Negative
Quarterly EBITDA Loss Reduction: Our quarterly adjusted EBITDA was a loss of $2.2 million for the 2024 third quarter compared to a loss of $5.4 million for the second quarter and a pro forma loss of $7.9 million for the first quarter.
Adjusted EBITDA Improvement: Adjusted EBITDA loss for the 2024 third quarter amounted to $2.2 million compared to a loss of $10.4 million on a pro forma basis last year.
EBITDA Loss Improvement: Our adjusted EBITDA loss improved from a negative 43.4% for the pro forma 2023 third quarter to a negative 8.2% for the 2024 third quarter.
Revenue Increase Analysis: The total revenue was $26.4 million compared to $24.0 million, indicating a 10% year-over-year increase, but the growth was primarily due to the agency and media business, which may not be sustainable.
Cost Reduction Efforts: We have removed approximately $17 million of annualized costs and expect to remove additional costs during the 2024 fourth quarter.
GameSquare Holdings, Inc. (GAME) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call Transcript
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