The chart below shows how XOS performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, XOS sees a -1.46% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -8.07% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.38%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Revenue Increase Q3 2024: Xos generated $15.8 million in revenue for Q3 2024, up from $15.5 million in Q2 2024, indicating a positive growth trajectory.
Gross Margin Improvement: The company achieved a gross margin of 18.1% in Q3 2024, compared to 13.1% in Q2 2024, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of positive gross margins.
Unit Deliveries Growth: Unit deliveries increased by 4.4% compared to Q2 2024, demonstrating growing momentum in customer demand.
Increased Product Demand: Xos began shipping hubs in significant volumes, with nearly 12 units shipped by the end of the quarter, underscoring rising demand for their products.
Operating Expense Reduction: The company reduced its operating expenses to $12.6 million in Q3 2024, down from $13.4 million in the previous quarter, reflecting effective cost management strategies.
Negative
Cash Flow Challenges: Operating cash flow was negative $11.7 million for the quarter compared to a negative free cash flow of $26.1 million last quarter, indicating ongoing cash management challenges.
Operating Loss Improvement: Non-GAAP operating loss for the third quarter was $6.6 million compared to a non-GAAP operating loss of $9.7 million last quarter, reflecting persistent operational inefficiencies.
Inventory Increase Analysis: Inventory increased to $42.4 million in the current quarter from $41.4 million last quarter, suggesting potential overstocking issues.
Revenue Increase Challenges: Despite a revenue increase to $15.8 million, the company still faces significant challenges in achieving profitability, with gross margins remaining under pressure.
Operating Losses Outlook: The company anticipates a narrowing of non-GAAP operating losses, but still expects to face challenges in cash flow management and operational efficiency moving forward.
Xos, Inc. (XOS) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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