OUST Earnings Prediction
The chart below shows how OUST performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, OUST sees a -4.04% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +14.41% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +2.02%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
OUST Key Earning Data
OUST Earnings Analysis
Positive
Strong Q1 Revenue Performance: Revenue of $32.6 million reported for Q1 2025, indicating strong operational execution.
Gross Margin Improvement: Gross margin increased to 41%, reflecting a favorable product mix and a patent royalty of $1.5 million.
Strong Sensor Demand: Over 4,700 sensors shipped in the first quarter, showcasing robust demand across various verticals.
Multimillion-Dollar Contract Wins: Secured multimillion-dollar contracts across all four verticals, including significant deals with LASE PeCo and Komatsu.
Strong Financial Position: Strong balance sheet with $171 million in cash and equivalents and zero debt, positioning the company well for future growth.
Record Software-Attached Sales Contract: Largest ever contract for software-attached sales in Europe, highlighting success in scaling the software-attached business.
Gemini Cloud Portal Launch: Successful launch of the Gemini cloud portal, allowing customers to manage lidar deployments efficiently.
AI Traffic Management Milestone: Collaboration with NVIDIA on the BlueCity project, achieving a major milestone in AI-driven traffic management solutions.
Silicon Performance Enhancement: Next generation L4 and Chronos custom silicon on track, expected to significantly enhance product performance and reliability.
Operating Expense Management: Commitment to maintaining operating expenses at or below third quarter 2023 levels, demonstrating financial discipline.
Negative
Operating Expenses Increase: GAAP operating expenses increased by 12% year-over-year to $37 million, primarily driven by higher litigation expenses, indicating rising costs that could impact profitability.
Operating Expense Fluctuations: The company expects operating expenses to fluctuate quarterly due to the timing of R&D project spending and litigation costs, suggesting potential unpredictability in financial management.
Cash Position Concerns: Despite a strong cash position of $171 million, the company did not receive any proceeds from its ATM during the first quarter, which may raise concerns about future funding options.
Second Quarter Revenue Outlook: The guidance for the second quarter revenue is projected between $32 million and $35 million, which indicates a potential stagnation or slight decline compared to the first quarter revenue of $32.6 million, raising concerns about growth momentum.
Geopolitical Uncertainty Impact: The company acknowledged a large degree of uncertainty in the geopolitical and macroeconomic environment, particularly regarding tariffs, which could affect costs and demand drivers for the rest of the year.
OUST FAQs
How does OUST typically perform around its earnings report dates?
OUST's stock performance around earnings reports can vary, but historical data shows specific patterns, such as a -4.04% change leading up to the report and a +14.41% change in the 10 days following the release.
Is Ouster Inc (OUST) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Summary positive or negative?
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OUST Earning Call Sentiment
Ouster, Inc. (OUST) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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