Reach Construction Group, Orbital Power Services and Increasing Customer Activity Drive 124% Quarterly Revenue Growth from Continuing Operations
PR Newswire
HOUSTON, Nov. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Orbital Energy Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: OEG) (“Orbital Energy” or the “Company”) today reported unaudited financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2020.
Financial and Operating Highlights:
- Reported total revenues of $13.6 million for the third quarter of 2020, compared to $6.1 million for the third quarter of 2019, an increase of 124%, primarily attributable to the addition of Reach Construction Group (“Reach”) and the Company’s Orbital Power Services group;
- Gross profit was $2.4 million for the third quarter of 2020, compared to $1.4 million for the third quarter of 2019 with the improvement mainly due to increased revenues; this improvement is expected to persist throughout the remainder of 2020 and into 2021;
- Gross margin was 17.3% for the third quarter of 2020, compared to 23.4% for the third quarter of 2019;
- Operating loss was $6.3 million for the third quarter of 2020, compared to $3.7 million in the prior year period, mainly due to higher SG&A expenses associated with Orbital Power Services and the addition of Reach during the second quarter;
- Held Cash and cash equivalents of $4.1 million and Restricted cash of $3.6 million as of September 30, 2020; and
- Total backlog was $52.0 million at September 30, 2020, up from $46.4 million at June 30, 2020, reflecting backlog growth at both Reach Construction and Orbital Power Services.
Commentary
“In the third quarter, we continued our evolution into a diversified infrastructure services provider,” said Jim O’Neil, vice chairman and CEO of Orbital Energy. “Our recently acquired solar engineering, procurement, and construction services company, Reach Construction Group, is engaged for multiple, utility scale solar programs starting in the fourth quarter and has a robust pipeline of additional project opportunities. Further, our new Orbital Power Services division, which focuses on electric transmission and distribution services, keeps gaining traction and increasing industry recognition. This resulted in several storm-related projects, which generated additional revenues for us in the third quarter and has extended into the fourth quarter.”
Mr. O’Neil added, “As utilities continue to integrate renewable generation into their transmission and distribution systems, we believe it is imperative that infrastructure providers have the technology, expertise and construction resources they need to conduct these multi-faceted projects while adhering to increasing environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards. Looking ahead, we expect customer activity will continue to increase, as conditions improve since the onset of COVID-19 and renewable energy trends drive utilities’ capital investment plans. We believe Orbital Energy Group is well suited to meet these needs, with our ability to offer a diverse service offering for these growing industry demands.”
Conference Call
Management will host a conference call today, November 16, 2020 at 8:30 AM ET to discuss these results as well as recent corporate developments. After management’s opening remarks, there will be a question and answer period. To access the call, please dial (888) 734-0328 and provide conference ID 6598596. For international callers, please dial (678) 894-3054. The live webcast of the conference call and accompanying slide presentation can be accessed through the ‘Events & Presentations’ page of the Orbital Energy Investor Relations website (www.orbitalenergygroup.com).
For those unable to attend the live call, a telephonic replay will be available until December 2, 2020. To access the replay of the call dial (855) 859-2056 or (404) 537-3406 and provide conference ID 6598596. An archived copy of the webcast and slide presentation will also be available on the ‘Events & Presentations’ page of the Orbital Energy Investor Relations website.
About Orbital Energy Group
Orbital Energy Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: OEG), formerly known as CUI Global, Inc., is creating a diversified infrastructure services platform through the acquisition and development of innovative companies. Orbital Energy’s group of businesses includes: Orbital Gas Systems, Inc., Orbital Power Services and Orbital Solar Services. Orbital Gas Systems is a 30-year leader in innovative gas solutions, serving the energy, power and processing markets through the design, installation and commissioning of industrial gas sampling, measurement and delivery systems. Orbital Power Services provides engineering, construction, maintenance and emergency response solutions to the power, utilities and midstream markets. Orbital Solar Services provides engineering, procurement and construction (“EPC”) expertise in the renewable energy industry and established relationships with solar developers and panel manufacturers in the utility scale solar market. As a publicly traded company, Orbital Energy is dedicated to maximizing shareholder value. But most important, our commitment to conduct business with a high level of integrity, respect, and philanthropic dedication allows the organization to make a difference in the lives of their customers, employees, investors and global community.
For more information please visit: www.orbitalenergygroup.com
Important Cautions Regarding Forward Looking Statements
This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to vary materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. The Company may experience significant fluctuations in future operating results due to a number of economic, competitive, and other factors, including, among other things, our reliance on third-party manufacturers and suppliers, government agency budgetary and political constraints, new or increased competition, changes in market demand, and the performance or reliability of our products. These factors and others could cause operating results to vary significantly from those in prior periods, and those projected in forward-looking statements. Additional information regarding these and other factors, which could materially affect the Company and its operations, are included in certain forms the Company has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Investor Relations:
KCSA Strategic Communications
David Hanover
T: 212-896-1220
[email protected]
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Orbital Energy Group, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets |
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(Unaudited) |
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September 30, |
December 31, |
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(in thousands, except share and per share amounts) |
2020 |
2019 |
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Assets: |
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Current Assets: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
$ |
4,060 |
$ |
23,351 |
||||
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Restricted cash – current |
2,562 |
— |
||||||
|
Trade accounts receivable, net of allowance of $63 and $47 at September 30, 2020 and |
12,498 |
5,290 |
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Inventories |
1,117 |
1,631 |
||||||
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Contract assets |
6,090 |
2,314 |
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Note receivable, current portion |
44 |
— |
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Prepaid expenses and other current assets |
4,263 |
2,215 |
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Assets held for sale – current |
6,482 |
6,893 |
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Total current assets |
37,116 |
41,694 |
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Property and equipment, less accumulated depreciation of $1,972 and $1,441 at |
5,776 |
4,454 |
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Investments |
741 |
4,865 |
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Right of use assets – Operating leases |
6,990 |
5,524 |
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Goodwill |
7,006 |
— |
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Other intangible assets, net |
14,887 |
4,298 |
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Restricted cash |
1,026 |
— |
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Note receivable |
3,525 |
3,253 |
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Deposits and other assets |
1,306 |
70 |
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Total assets |
$ |
78,373 |
$ |
64,158 |
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Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity: |
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Current Liabilities: |
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Accounts payable |
$ |
16,712 |
$ |
2,904 |
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Notes payable, current |
3,979 |
473 |
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Line of credit |
451 |
— |
||||||
|
Operating lease obligations – current portion |
1,704 |
821 |
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Accrued expenses |
5,285 |
5,159 |
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Contract liabilities |
8,047 |
1,668 |
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Liabilities held for sale, current |
3,894 |
4,970 |
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Total current liabilities |
40,072 |
15,995 |
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Notes payable, less current portion |
7,383 |
— |
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Operating lease obligations, less current portion |
5,282 |
4,852 |
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Contingent consideration |
720 |
— |
||||||
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Other long-term liabilities |
287 |
194 |
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Total liabilities |
53,744 |
21,041 |
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Commitments and contingencies |
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Stockholders’ Equity: |
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Preferred stock, par value $0.001; 10,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued at |
— |
— |
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Common stock, par value $0.001; 325,000,000 shares authorized; 30,773,748 shares |
31 |
29 |
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Additional paid-in capital |
171,344 |
170,106 |
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Treasury stock at cost; 353,063 shares held at September 30, 2020 and December 31, 2019 |
(413) |
(413) |
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Accumulated deficit |
(142,142) |
(122,234) |
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Accumulated other comprehensive loss |
(4,191) |
(4,371) |
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Total stockholders’ equity |
24,629 |
43,117 |
||||||
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Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity |
$ |
78,373 |
$ |
64,158 |
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Orbital Energy Group, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations |
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(Unaudited) |
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For the Three Months |
For the Nine Months |
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(in thousands, except share and per share amounts) |
Ended September 30, |
Ended September 30, |
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2020 |
2019 |
2020 |
2019 |
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Revenues |
$ |
13,615 |
$ |
6,073 |
$ |
27,078 |
$ |
17,793 |
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Cost of revenues |
11,261 |
4,652 |
23,121 |
13,464 |
||||||||||||
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Gross profit |
2,354 |
1,421 |
3,957 |
4,329 |
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Operating expenses: |
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Selling, general and administrative expense |
7,179 |
4,793 |
21,158 |
14,092 |
||||||||||||
|
Depreciation and amortization |
1,454 |
365 |
3,285 |
1,154 |
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Research and development |
6 |
20 |
51 |
123 |
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Provision for bad debt |
15 |
(18) |
23 |
110 |
||||||||||||
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Other operating (income) expense |
23 |
(11) |
23 |
(13) |
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Total operating expenses |
8,677 |
5,149 |
24,540 |
15,466 |
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Continuing loss from operations |
(6,323) |
(3,728) |
(20,583) |
(11,137) |
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Other (expense) income |
860 |
(461) |
62 |
(566) |
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Interest expense |
(333) |
(4) |
(469) |
(35) |
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|
Loss from continuing operations before income taxes and |
(5,796) |
(4,193) |
(20,990) |
(11,738) |
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Net loss of affiliate |
— |
(354) |
(4,806) |
(710) |
||||||||||||
|
Loss from continuing operations before taxes |
(5,796) |
(4,547) |
(25,796) |
(12,448) |
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Income tax benefit |
(61) |
(1,311) |
(3,211) |
(1,765) |
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Loss from continuing operations, net of income taxes |
(5,735) |
(3,236) |
(22,585) |
(10,683) |
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Discontinued operations |
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Income from operations of discontinued power and |
3,403 |
3,948 |
3,512 |
6,236 |
||||||||||||
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Income tax expense |
870 |
1,024 |
835 |
1,133 |
||||||||||||
|
Income from discontinued operations, net of income taxes |
2,533 |
2,924 |
2,677 |
5,103 |
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Net loss |
$ |
(3,202) |
$ |
(312) |
$ |
(19,908) |
$ |
(5,580) |
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Basic and diluted weighted average common shares |
30,430,422 |
28,691,206 |
29,761,135 |
28,636,918 |
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Loss from continuing operations per common share – basic |
$ |
(0.19) |
$ |
(0.11) |
$ |
(0.76) |
$ |
(0.37) |
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Income from discontinued operations – basic and diluted |
$ |
0.08 |
$ |
0.10 |
$ |
0.09 |
$ |
0.18 |
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|
Loss per common share – basic and diluted |
$ |
(0.11) |
$ |
(0.01) |
$ |
(0.67) |
$ |
(0.19) |
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Orbital Energy Group, Inc.
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(Unaudited) |
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For the Nine Months |
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(in thousands) |
Ended September 30, |
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|
2020 |
2019 |
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CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: |
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|
Net loss |
$ |
(19,908) |
$ |
(5,580) |
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|
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities: |
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|
Depreciation |
573 |
645 |
||||||
|
Amortization of intangibles |
3,043 |
1,326 |
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Amortization of note receivable discount |
(214) |
— |
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Stock issued and stock to be issued for compensation, royalties and services |
12 |
155 |
||||||
|
Non-cash loss on equity method investment in affiliate |
4,806 |
710 |
||||||
|
Non-cash fair value gain on equity method investment purchase |
— |
(629) |
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|
Gain on sale of business |
(14) |
(3,631) |
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|
Provision for bad debt expense |
23 |
90 |
||||||
|
Deferred income taxes |
(1,195) |
(644) |
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|
Inventory reserve |
(185) |
135 |
||||||
|
Non-cash unrealized foreign currency losses |
516 |
614 |
||||||
|
Gain on disposal of assets |
23 |
(13) |
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Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisition: |
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|
Trade accounts receivable |
(3,273) |
1,196 |
||||||
|
Inventories |
2,601 |
(31) |
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|
Contract assets |
(526) |
(891) |
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|
Prepaid expenses and other current assets |
286 |
362 |
||||||
|
Right of use assets – Operating leases |
(1,157) |
743 |
||||||
|
Deposits and other assets |
(1,184) |
(248) |
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|
Accounts payable |
351 |
2,406 |
||||||
|
Operating lease liabilities |
1,005 |
(687) |
||||||
|
Accrued expenses |
1,264 |
(122) |
||||||
|
Refund liabilities |
— |
(367) |
||||||
|
Contract liabilities |
3,227 |
246 |
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NET CASH USED IN OPERATING ACTIVITIES |
(9,926) |
(4,215) |
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CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: |
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Cash paid for acquisition, net of cash received |
(2,981) |
— |
||||||
|
Purchases of property and equipment |
(1,474) |
(278) |
||||||
|
Cash paid for working capital adjustment on Power group disposition |
(2,804) |
— |
||||||
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Sale of discontinued operations, net of cash |
(227) |
— |
||||||
|
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment |
94 |
14 |
||||||
|
Purchase of other intangible assets |
(10) |
(269) |
||||||
|
Purchase of convertible notes receivable |
(260) |
— |
||||||
|
Purchase of investments |
(210) |
(1,615) |
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|
Proceeds from notes receivable |
— |
313 |
||||||
|
Proceeds from sale of restricted investment |
— |
400 |
||||||
|
Proceeds from electromechanical components business sale |
— |
4,696 |
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NET CASH (USED IN) PROVIDED BY INVESTING ACTIVITIES |
(7,872) |
3,261 |
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CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: |
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Proceeds from overdraft facility |
— |
6,842 |
||||||
|
Payments on overdraft facility |
— |
(8,208) |
||||||
|
Proceeds from line of credit |
100 |
20,889 |
||||||
|
Payments on line of credit |
(99) |
(21,188) |
||||||
|
Payments on financing lease obligations |
(3) |
(3) |
||||||
|
Proceeds from notes payable |
3,864 |
— |
||||||
|
Payments on notes payable |
(1,747) |
(88) |
||||||
|
NET CASH PROVIDED BY (USED IN) FINANCING ACTIVITIES |
2,115 |
(1,756) |
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|
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash |
(20) |
(64) |
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|
Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash |
(15,703) |
(2,774) |
||||||
|
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period |
23,351 |
4,502 |
||||||
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CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH AT END OF PERIOD |
$ |
7,648 |
$ |
1,728 |
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Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Net Income (loss) are non-GAAP financial measures and are reconciled in the table below. These non-GAAP financial measures do not represent funds available for management’s discretionary use and is not intended to represent cash flow from operations. EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Net Income (loss) should not be construed as a substitute for net loss or as a better measure of liquidity than cash flow from operating activities, which is determined in accordance with United States generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”). EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Net Income (loss) exclude components that are significant in understanding and assessing the company’s results of operations and cash flows. In addition, EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Net Income (loss) are not terms defined by GAAP and as a result our measure of EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Net Income (loss) might not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies. However, EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Net Income (loss) are used by management to evaluate, assess and benchmark the company’s operational results and the company believes EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, and Adjusted Net Income (loss) are relevant and useful information which are often reported and widely used by analysts, investors and other interested parties in the Company’s industry. Accordingly, the Company is disclosing this information to permit a more comprehensive analysis of its operating performance, to provide an additional measure of performance and liquidity and to provide additional information with respect to the Company’s ability to meet future debt service, capital expenditure and working capital requirements. Adjusted Net Income (loss) eliminates the amortization expenses associated with intangible assets acquired with Orbital Gas Systems Limited, CUI-Canada and Reach Construction as well as non-cash expenses associated with impairments, Gains on sale of businesses, non-cash gains and losses related to the Company’s equity method investment in VPS and stock and stock options for compensation, royalties and services during the period.
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(in thousands) |
For the Three Months Ended |
For the Nine Months Ended |
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(Unaudited) |
September 30, |
September 30, |
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2020 |
2019 |
2020 |
2019 |
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EBITDA: |
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Net loss |
$ |
(3,202) |
$ |
(312) |
$ |
(19,908) |
$ |
(5,580) |
||||||||
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Plus Interest expense |
333 |
105 |
469 |
309 |
||||||||||||
|
Plus: (Benefit) provision for taxes |
809 |
(287) |
(2,376) |
(632) |
||||||||||||
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Plus: Depreciation and amortization |
1,581 |
602 |
3,616 |
1,971 |
||||||||||||
|
EBITDA |
$ |
(479) |
$ |
108 |
$ |
(18,199) |
$ |
(3,932) |
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Adjusted EBITDA: |
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Minus: Gain on disposal of discontinued operation |
(14) |
(3,631) |
(14) |
(3,631) |
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Plus: Bad debt |
15 |
(48) |
23 |
90 |
||||||||||||
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Plus: Stock and stock to be issued for compensation, |
5 |
44 |
12 |
155 |
||||||||||||
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Minus: Pretax gain on assets contributed as part of the |
— |
— |
— |
(629) |
||||||||||||
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Plus: Non-cash loss on equity method investment in VPS |
— |
354 |
4,806 |
710 |
||||||||||||
|
Adjusted EBITDA |
$ |
(473) |
$ |
(3,173) |
$ |
(13,372) |
$ |
(7,237) |
||||||||
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Adjusted net income (loss): |
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|
Net loss |
$ |
(3,202) |
$ |
(312) |
$ |
(19,908) |
$ |
(5,580) |
||||||||
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Minus: Gain on disposal of discontinued operation |
(14) |
(3,631) |
(14) |
(3,631) |
||||||||||||
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Plus: Amortization expense of Orbital, CUI-Canada and |
1,316 |
286 |
2,872 |
883 |
||||||||||||
|
Plus: Stock and stock to be issued for compensation, |
5 |
44 |
12 |
155 |
||||||||||||
|
Minus: Pretax gain on assets contributed as part of the |
— |
— |
— |
(629) |
||||||||||||
|
Plus: Non-cash loss on equity method investment in VPS |
— |
354 |
4,806 |
710 |
||||||||||||
|
Adjusted net loss |
$ |
(1,895) |
$ |
(3,259) |
$ |
(12,232) |
$ |
(8,092) |
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