EMCORE's earnings call highlighted strong cost-saving measures, revenue growth, and improved gross margins, alongside a significant headcount reduction and debt payoff. However, these positives were tempered by restructuring charges, decreased cash balance, and continued negative EBITDA and net loss.
Company Guidance
During the EMCORE Corporation's fiscal Q3 2024 earnings call, guidance was provided for the upcoming quarter, with revenue expected to be in the range of $20 million to $22 million. The company is focused on operational efficiencies, with specific efforts on overlaying common operating systems across its three remaining production sites. A key strategic goal is to achieve sustained improvement in gross margin, particularly at the Concord site, which saw a significant increase in gross margin to 24% in the June quarter from 15% in the previous quarter. EMCORE is also targeting adjusted operating cash flow breakeven by fiscal Q4 2024 and has made substantial progress with a book-to-bill ratio at 1.24, bolstered by $60 million in backlog. These efforts are supported by a restructuring plan that includes significant cost savings of approximately $17 million annually from headcount reductions, and the full closure of the Alhambra site is expected to be completed by the end of August.
Significant Headcount Reductions and Cost Savings
Headcount reductions enacted beginning in May are estimated to result in approximately $17 million of annualized payroll savings.
Revenue Growth
Revenue for fiscal Q3 was $20.4 million, a 4% increase compared to the $19.6 million in fiscal Q2.
Improved Gross Margin
Gross margin was 24% for the June quarter, significantly better compared to 15% the quarter before.
Strong Book-to-Bill Ratio
The book-to-bill ratio was well over 1 at 1.24, with important orders including 2 armored vehicle orders above $2 million.
Debt Payoff
EMCORE paid off all outstanding obligations under their credit agreement with Hale Capital, freeing them to explore new alternatives for liquidity.
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Emcore (EMKR) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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EMKR Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Jan 03, 2025
$3.00
$2.98
-0.67%
Aug 06, 2024
$0.94
$0.96
+2.13%
May 08, 2024
$2.90
$1.11
-61.72%
Feb 08, 2024
$6.29
$3.82
-39.27%
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Emcore Corporation (EMKR) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 05, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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