The chart below shows how VEEE performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, VEEE sees a +21.01% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -3.47% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -8.84%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Strong Cash Liquidity: 1. Cash Position: Twin Vee ended Q3 2024 with $11.4 million in cash and cash equivalents, demonstrating a solid liquidity position despite operational challenges.
Cost Reduction Success: 2. Cost Management: Consolidated operating expenses decreased by $541,000 or 16% compared to Q3 2023, reflecting effective cost-cutting measures across the organization.
Sales Price Increase: 3. Average Sales Price Increase: The average sales price of boats sold increased by 17%, indicating a successful shift towards higher-priced models despite a decrease in total sales volume.
Workforce Cost Reduction: 4. Reduction in Salaries and Wages: Salaries and wages were reduced by approximately $586,000 or 34% compared to the same quarter last year, showcasing effective workforce management during tough market conditions.
R&D Expense Reduction: 5. R&D Expense Management: Research and development expenses were significantly reduced to $89,000 in Q3 2024, down from previous levels, as the company streamlined its focus on essential projects.
Negative
Sales Decline Analysis: 1. Significant Sales Decline: Net sales for Q3 2024 were $2.9 million, a decrease of $5.2 million or 64% compared to Q3 2023, continuing a downward trend in sales throughout the year.
Declining Boat Sales: 2. Low Boat Sales Volume: The company sold only 20 boats in Q3 2024, down from 66 boats sold in the same period last year, indicating a severe drop in demand.
Declining Gross Margin: 3. Negative Gross Margin: The company reported a slightly negative gross margin in Q3 2024, as cost-cutting efforts did not keep pace with the decline in sales.
Cash Burn Concerns: 4. Cash Burn Issues: Operational cash burn was approximately $547,000 per month, which the leadership team deemed unacceptable and is actively working to reduce.
Cash Reserves Decline: 5. Decreased Cash Reserves: Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $11.4 million at the end of Q3 2024, down from $15.1 million at the end of Q2 2024, reflecting ongoing financial strain.
Twin Vee Powercats Co. (VEEE) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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