The chart below shows how TLS performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, TLS sees a +35.80% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +18.80% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -9.71%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Revenue Performance Exceeds Guidance: Telos delivered revenue near the top end of the guidance range, achieving $23.8 million compared to guidance of $22 million to $24 million.
Security Solutions Revenue: Security solutions generated $18.3 million or 77% of total revenue, aligning with the top end of the guidance range due to strong performance across the portfolio.
Security Solutions Revenue Growth: Security Solutions revenue grew 3% sequentially due to double-digit sequential growth in Telos ID, driven by the ongoing ramp of the TSA PreCheck program.
Network Expansion Goals: The company expects to reach 500 locations in 2025, having expanded its network of enrollment centers from 83 to 173 locations over the past three months.
Strong EBITDA Performance: The adjusted EBITDA was above the top end of the guidance range, reflecting strong revenue performance and cost reductions.
Negative
Adjusted EBITDA Shortfall: Adjusted EBITDA was a loss of $4.1 million compared to guidance of an $8 million loss, indicating a significant shortfall in expected performance.
Quarterly Revenue Decline: Total revenue for the quarter was $23.8 million, which, while near the top end of guidance, still reflects a decline in year-over-year growth.
Gross Margin Challenges: The company reported a GAAP gross margin of 13.2%, which is lower than expected and indicates challenges in cost management.
Negative Cash Flow Issues: Cash flow from operations was an outflow of $7.1 million, highlighting ongoing cash management issues and operational inefficiencies.
Software Asset Impairment: The restructuring actions taken resulted in an $11.7 million non-cash impairment of capitalized software assets, negatively impacting the financial statements.
Telos Corporation (TLS) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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