The earnings call reflects a challenging year for u-blox, with significant revenue decline and losses. However, the company has made strategic decisions to streamline operations and focus on high-margin segments, positioning itself for future growth. Cost optimization efforts have been successful, and a strong cash position provides a solid foundation for recovery.
Company Guidance
In the u-blox Full Year 2024 Results Conference Call, the company provided several important metrics and updates. They reported a solid free cash flow of CHF10 million despite a challenging year, with significant cost reductions exceeding their CHF20 million target, achieving CHF25 million in savings. The company's gross margin improved by almost 200 basis points, reaching 46% in 2024. They also announced a strategic shift to focus on their Locate business, with a target financial model aiming for revenue of CHF350 million and a cash EBIT margin of over 25%. The company executed a 20% workforce reduction and plans to phase out their Cellular business, which previously contributed a third to their revenue. A significant reduction in R&D capitalization was made, with expectations of low single-digit capitalization in 2025. The balance sheet ended with a strong net cash position of CHF91 million, highlighting the company's financial resilience and strategic direction focused on driving future growth and profitability.
Cost Optimization Success
u-blox exceeded their cost optimization target, achieving total savings of CHF25 million versus the initial target of CHF20 million.
Positive Cash Flow Despite Challenges
In a challenging year, u-blox managed to achieve a solid free cash flow of CHF10 million.
Gross Margin Improvement
The company's gross margin improved by almost 200 basis points, reaching 46% in 2024.
Strong Cash Position
u-blox concluded the year with a strong net cash position of CHF91 million, higher than previous years.
Locate Business Focus
The strategic decision to focus on the Locate business, with expectations of double-digit growth in 2025.
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u-blox Holding AG (CH:UBXN) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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CH:UBXN Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Feb 26, 2025
$69.50
$79.00
+13.67%
Aug 07, 2024
$76.70
$78.60
+2.48%
Mar 06, 2024
$85.22
$85.42
+0.23%
Aug 18, 2023
$91.75
$74.55
-18.75%
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