The chart below shows how NSSC performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, NSSC sees a +0.18% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +3.63% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +6.88%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Recurring Revenue Increase: Recurring revenue increased by 15% in Q2 to $21,200,000 compared to $18,500,000 for the same period last year, reflecting strong demand for services.
Gross Margin Improvement: Gross margin improved by 400 basis points to 57%, driven by the high profitability of recurring revenue, which achieved a gross margin of 91%.
Operating Activities Cash Surge: Cash provided by operating activities increased by 80% to $13,500,000 for the quarter, demonstrating strong cash flow generation.
Cash Position Stability: The company maintained a solid cash position with $99,200,000 in cash and cash equivalents, a 2% increase from the previous period, despite paying $22,600,000 in dividends and stock repurchases.
R&D Cost Increase: Research and development costs increased by 22% to $3,100,000, reflecting a commitment to innovation and product development, which is expected to drive future growth.
Negative
Quarterly Sales Decline: Net sales for the quarter decreased 9.7% to $42,900,000 compared to $47,500,000 for the same period last year, indicating a significant decline in revenue.
Quarterly Equipment Sales Decline: Equipment sales for the quarter decreased 25% to $21,700,000 compared to $29,000,000 last year, primarily due to reduced sales from two larger distributors and timing issues with large projects.
Equipment Revenue Decline: Gross profit for equipment revenues in Q2 decreased by 39% to $5,100,000 with a gross margin of 24%, down from $8,400,000 and a gross margin of 29% last year, reflecting the impact of lower sales levels.
Operating Income Decline: Operating income for the quarter decreased 19% to $11,200,000 compared to $13,800,000 for the same period last year, highlighting a decline in profitability.
Quarterly Net Income Decline: Net income for the quarter decreased 17% to $10,500,000, or $0.28 per diluted share, down from $12,600,000, or $0.34 per diluted share, for the same period last year.
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