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2024 Third Quarter Results

Sales of $213.8 millionGross profit of $44.5 million Adjusted gross profit of $44.6 million (20.9% of sales)Operating income of $0.3 million Adjusted operating income of $0.7 million (0.3% of sales)Adjusted EBITDA of $9.2 million (4.3% of sales) Adjusted EBITDA was unfavorably impacted by $2.6 million related to operating FX and non-operating expenses vs. prior expectationsIncome tax expense of $3.4 millionAdjusted income tax expense of $3.5 millionLoss per share (“EPS”) of $(0.26)Adjusted EPS of $(0.24)Year-to-date cash performance of $13.3 million improved $31.3 million vs. the same period in 2023Year-to-date inventory reduction of $11.3 million

2024 Full-Year Guidance Update

Revenue guidance of $895 million$905 million (midpoint of $900 million)Reflecting current market conditions resulting in significant production volume reductions across our weighted-average end markets of ~(3.6)% vs. prior guidanceUpdating full-year 2024 guidance to reflect reduced revenue expectations        Adjusted Gross Margin ~21.5%Adjusted Operating Margin ~1.0%Adjusted EBITDA of $42 million to $44 million  (adjusted EBITDA margin of ~4.7%)Adjusted EPS of $(0.35)$(0.40) considering a full-year adjusted income tax expense of $4.0 million$4.5 million

NOVI, Mich., Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Stoneridge, Inc. (NYSE: SRI) today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, with sales of $213.8 million, gross profit of $44.5 million and adjusted gross profit of $44.6 million (20.9% of sales). Operating income was $0.3 million resulting in adjusted operating income of $0.7 million (0.3% of sales). Income tax expense was $3.4 million resulting in adjusted income tax expense of $3.5 million. Loss per share was $(0.26) and adjusted EPS was $(0.24). Adjusted EBITDA was $9.2 million (4.3% of sales). The exhibits attached hereto provide reconciliation detail on normalizing adjustments of non-GAAP financial measures used in this press release. 

Jim Zizelman, president and chief executive officer, commented, “During the third quarter, our focus remained on improving the fundamentals of our business. Our efforts to improve operational efficiency resulted in reduced quality-related costs while reductions to operating expenses helped to offset some of the significant market-related challenges we faced. That said, like many of our peers, third quarter performance was significantly impacted by continued pressure across all of our major end markets resulting in reduced customer production. We will continue to improve fundamental financial performance through operational excellence and a focus on controllable costs.”

Zizelman continued, “While we continue to drive operational performance improvement, we remain focused on our key growth initiatives, including new business awards and the flawless execution of the program launches that will drive growth going-forward. We continue to build momentum with MirrorEye in both our OEM and fleet channels. Earlier this week, we announced MirrorEye will be available on Daimler Truck North America’s new fifth generation Freightliner Cascadia truck, which begins series production in mid-2025. We also announced that MirrorEye will be launching with an additional European brand, as part of an extension of a previously launched global OEM MirrorEye program, in the fourth quarter of this year. MirrorEye will be offered as standard equipment on several of this brands’ models as well as an option on their other truck models. Similarly, our other European OEM customers, DAF and Volvo, have now made their respective camera monitor systems standard on several key truck platforms. The standardization of MirrorEye with several OEM customers across several key truck platforms shows the strong momentum we are creating for the product. Additionally, we continue to expand our retrofit applications with new partnerships with DB Schenker in North America and VDL Bus and Coach in Europe. Finally, during the quarter, we continued to drive growth opportunities for Control Devices as well, with our first ever award related to our Leak Detection Module technology for an all-new hybrid vehicle with a Chinese OEM customer. This strategic technology is well-positioned for growth amid the global hybrid vehicle expansion and is also applicable to traditional powertrain vehicles to improve the effectiveness of their emissions systems.”

Zizelman concluded, “While we expect continued challenges across our end markets for the remainder of the year and into 2025, we continue to focus on the variables that we can control as we respond efficiently and effectively to macroeconomic headwinds that are prevalent across our industry. We remain confident that our efforts to fundamentally improve business performance and our continued focus on key growth initiatives will drive long-term profitable growth for our shareholders.”

Third Quarter in Review

Electronics sales of $135.7 million decreased by 4.7% relative to adjusted sales of the third quarter of 2023. This was primarily driven by lower customer production volumes in the European and North American commercial vehicle markets and lower sales in the European off-highway end market. This decline was partially mitigated by the ramp-up of recently launched programs, including MirrorEye and the Company’s next generation tachograph. Third quarter adjusted operating margin of 2.8% declined by 330 basis points relative to the third quarter of 2023, primarily due to reduced leverage from lower sales as well as higher overhead and D&D costs, partially offset by lower direct material costs.

Control Devices sales of $74.3 million decreased by 17.5% relative to the third quarter of 2023. This decrease was primarily due to lower customer production volumes in the North American passenger vehicle end market, including reduced demand for electric vehicle programs, and the expected wind-down of end-of-life programs. Higher sales in the China passenger vehicle and North America commercial vehicle end markets were offset by lower sales in the China commercial vehicle end market. Third quarter adjusted operating margin of 3.1% decreased by 320 basis points relative to the third quarter of 2023, primarily due to reduced leverage on lower sales, slightly offset by lower D&D costs.

Stoneridge Brazil sales of $13.6 million decreased by $0.5 million relative to the third quarter of 2023. This decrease was primarily due to unfavorable foreign currency translation of $1.7 million as well as lower monitoring service fees, offset by higher OEM and aftermarket product sales. Third quarter operating income of $0.7 million decreased by approximately $0.1 million relative to the third quarter adjusted operating income of 2023, primarily due to the adverse impact of U.S. dollar denominated material purchases and unfavorable sales mix from lower monitoring service fees offset by lower SG&A spending.

Relative to the second quarter of 2024, Electronics sales decreased by 11.6%. This decrease was driven primarily by continued macroeconomic pressures impacting European and North American commercial vehicle production and reduced sales in the off-highway end market. Third quarter adjusted operating margin decreased by 490 basis points relative to the second quarter of 2024, primarily due to reduced leverage on lower sales, unfavorable sales mix and higher D&D costs due to lower customer reimbursements, partially offset by lower SG&A costs.

Relative to the second quarter of 2024, Control Devices sales decreased by 8.1%. This decrease was primarily driven by continued pressure and reduced demand in the North American passenger vehicle end market. Stronger sales in the China passenger vehicle end market were offset by lower sales in the China commercial vehicle end market versus the second quarter. Third quarter adjusted operating margin decreased by 150 basis points relative to the second quarter of 2024, primarily due to reduced leverage on lower sales slightly offset by lower material costs.

Relative to the second quarter of 2024, Stoneridge Brazil sales increased by $1.8 million, or 15.0%. This was primarily due to higher sales in the OEM end market and higher aftermarket sales, partially offset by the unfavorable foreign currency impact of $0.7 million. Third quarter operating income improved by $0.8 million relative to the second quarter of 2024, primarily due to fixed cost leverage on incremental sales partially offset by the unfavorable foreign currency impact of $0.4 million.

.Cash and Debt Balances

As of September 30, 2024, Stoneridge had cash and cash equivalents totaling $54.1 million. During the first nine months of 2024, the Company generated $13.3 million in cash driven by our continued focus on reducing net working capital, including an $11.3 million reduction in inventory balances. This represents an increase of $31.3 million in cash performance over the same period in 2023.  

For compliance purposes, adjusted net debt was $158.9 million while adjusted EBITDA for the trailing twelve months was $56.8 million, resulting in an adjusted net debt to trailing twelve-month EBITDA compliance leverage ratio of 2.79x.

The Company continues to focus on both operating performance and working capital improvement to drive cash performance, particularly related to inventory reduction. The Company expects to remain in compliance with all covenant requirements.

2024 Outlook

The Company is updating its previously provided full-year 2024 guidance ranges including sales guidance of $895 million to $905 million, adjusted gross margin guidance of approximately 21.5%, adjusted operating margin guidance of approximately 1.0%, adjusted loss per share guidance of $(0.35) to $(0.40) and adjusted EBITDA guidance of $42 million to $44 million, or approximately 4.7% of sales.

Matt Horvath, chief financial officer, commented, “We are updating our full-year 2024 revenue guidance to reflect industry-wide macroeconomic headwinds that are resulting in reduced production expectations for the majority of our customers across our end markets. Overall, our weighted average end markets are expected to decline by 3.6% relative to our previously provided guidance. Furthermore, we are expecting non-OEM and option-based products revenue to be aligned with the low-end of the previously provided range. We expect there could be some continued incremental headwinds in the off-highway end market and lower than expected MirrorEye aftermarket fleet and bus volumes despite the continuing expansion in fleet relationships. Many of these fleets are evaluating the technology prior to availability as a factory installation which we expect will increase the OEM volumes, as we have outlined with several of our OEM customers making the system standard equipment but may impact demand for higher volume retrofit applications.”

Horvath continued, “Our updated revenue guidance results in a midpoint of $900 million for the year. Although we continue to expect improvement in operating performance, including improvements in material costs and quality-related costs, as well as continued focus on operating cost control, due primarily to the impact of our reduced revenue expectations, we are updating our full-year adjusted gross margin and adjusted operating margin expectations to approximately 21.5% and 1.0%, respectively. Similarly, we are updating our adjusted EBITDA guidance to $42 million to $44 million, or approximately 4.7% of sales. Finally, we are updating our full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $(0.35) to $(0.40). Our guidance reflects approximately $4 million to $4.5 million of total adjusted tax expense for the year based on our forecasted geographical mix of earnings.”

Horvath, concluded, “By continuing to focus on improving the fundamentals of our business, controlling the variables within our control and responding efficiently and effectively to macroeconomic headwinds, we expect to drive performance improvement throughout the business. Additionally, we continue to focus on inventory reduction to improve our cash position and reduce our leverage profile. Stoneridge remains well positioned to outpace our underlying end market growth and drive significant earnings expansion going forward.”

Conference Call on the Web
A live Internet broadcast of Stoneridge’s conference call regarding 2024 third quarter results can be accessed at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at www.stoneridge.com, which will also offer a webcast replay.

About Stoneridge, Inc.
Stoneridge, Inc., headquartered in Novi, Michigan, is a global designer and manufacturer of highly engineered electrical and electronic systems, components and modules for the automotive, commercial, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. Additional information about Stoneridge can be found at www.stoneridge.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
Statements in this press release contain “forward-looking statements” under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements appear in a number of places in this report and may include statements regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of the Company, with respect to, among other things, our (i) future product and facility expansion, (ii) acquisition strategy, (iii) investments and new product development, (iv) growth opportunities related to awarded business, and (v) operational expectations. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the words “will,” “may,” “should,” “designed to,” “believes,” “plans,” “projects,” “intends,” “expects,” “estimates,” “anticipates,” “continue,” and similar words and expressions. The forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements include, among other factors:

the ability of our suppliers to supply us with parts and components at competitive prices on a timely basis, including the impact of potential tariffs and trade considerations on their operations and output;fluctuations in the cost and availability of key materials and components (including semiconductors, printed circuit boards, resin, aluminum, steel and copper) and our ability to offset cost increases through negotiated price increases with our customers or other cost reduction actions, as necessary;global economic trends, competition and geopolitical risks, including impacts from ongoing or potential global conflicts and any related sanctions and other measures, or an escalation of sanctions, tariffs or other trade tensions between the U.S. and other countries;our ability to achieve cost reductions that offset or exceed customer-mandated selling price reductions;the reduced purchases, loss or bankruptcy of a major customer or supplier;the costs and timing of business realignment, facility closures or similar actions;a significant change in automotive, commercial, off-highway or agricultural vehicle productioncompetitive market conditions and resulting effects on sales and pricing;foreign currency fluctuations and our ability to manage those impacts;customer acceptance of new products;our ability to successfully launch/produce products for awarded business;adverse changes in laws, government regulations or market conditions affecting our products, our suppliers, or our customers’ products;our ability to protect our intellectual property and successfully defend against assertions made against us;liabilities arising from warranty claims, product recall or field actions, product liability and legal proceedings to which we are or may become a party, or the impact of product recall or field actions on our customers;labor disruptions at our facilities, or at any of our significant customers or suppliers;business disruptions due to natural disasters or other disasters outside of our control;the amount of our indebtedness and the restrictive covenants contained in the agreements governing our indebtedness, including our revolving Credit Facility;capital availability or costs, including changes in interest rates;the failure to achieve the successful integration of any acquired company or business;risks related to a failure of our information technology systems and networks, and risks associated with current and emerging technology threats and damage from computer viruses, unauthorized access, cyber-attack and other similar disruptions; andthe items described in Part I, Item IA (“Risk Factors”) in our Form 10-K filed with the SEC.

The forward-looking statements contained herein represent our estimates only as of the date of this release and should not be relied upon as representing our estimates as of any subsequent date. While we may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, we specifically disclaim any obligation to do so, whether to reflect actual results, changes in assumptions, changes in other factors affecting such forward-looking statements or otherwise.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Information
This press release contains information about the Company’s financial results that is not presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”). Such non-GAAP financial measures are reconciled to their closest GAAP financial measures at the end of this press release. The provision of these non-GAAP financial measures for 2024 and 2023 is not intended to indicate that Stoneridge is explicitly or implicitly providing projections on those non-GAAP financial measures, and actual results for such measures are likely to vary from those presented. The reconciliations include all information reasonably available to the Company at the date of this press release and the adjustments that management can reasonably predict.

Management believes the non-GAAP financial measures used in this press release are useful to both management and investors in their analysis of the Company’s financial position and results of operations. In particular, management believes that adjusted sales, adjusted gross profit and margin, adjusted operating income and margin, adjusted income (loss) before tax, adjusted income tax expense, adjusted net income (loss), adjusted EPS, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net debt, adjusted debt and adjusted cash are useful measures in assessing the Company’s financial performance by excluding certain items that are not indicative of the Company’s core operating performance or that may obscure trends useful in evaluating the Company’s continuing operating activities. Management also believes that these measures are useful to both management and investors in their analysis of the Company’s results of operations and provide improved comparability between fiscal periods.

Adjusted sales, adjusted gross profit and margin, adjusted operating income and margin, adjusted income (loss) before tax, adjusted income tax expense, adjusted net income (loss), adjusted EPS, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net debt, adjusted debt and adjusted cash should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for sales, gross profit, operating income, income (loss) before tax, income tax expense, net income (loss), EPS, debt, cash and cash equivalents, cash provided by operating activities or other income statement or cash flow statement data prepared in accordance with GAAP.

 

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(in thousands)

September 30,
2024

December 31,
2023

(Unaudited)

ASSETS

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$            54,138

$            40,841

Accounts receivable, less reserves of $845 and $1,058, respectively

158,529

166,545

Inventories, net

176,445

187,758

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

25,301

34,246

Total current assets

414,413

429,390

Long-term assets:

Property, plant and equipment, net

103,450

110,126

Intangible assets, net

44,206

47,314

Goodwill

35,593

35,295

Operating lease right-of-use asset

10,758

10,795

Investments and other long-term assets, net

54,103

46,980

Total long-term assets

248,110

250,510

Total assets

$         662,523

$         679,900

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Current liabilities:

Current portion of debt

$                    —

$              2,113

Accounts payable

98,130

111,925

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

71,761

64,203

Total current liabilities

169,891

178,241

Long-term liabilities:

Revolving credit facility

196,322

189,346

Deferred income taxes

6,344

7,224

Operating lease long-term liability

7,219

7,684

Other long-term liabilities

11,397

9,688

Total long-term liabilities

221,282

213,942

Shareholders’ equity:

Preferred Shares, without par value, 5,000 shares authorized, none issued

Common Shares, without par value, 60,000 shares authorized, 28,966 and 28,966
shares issued and 27,689 and 27,549 shares outstanding at September 30, 2024 and
December 31, 2023, respectively, with no stated value

Additional paid-in capital

224,944

227,340

Common Shares held in treasury, 1,277 and 1,417 shares at September 30, 2024 and
December 31, 2023, respectively, at cost

(38,641)

(43,344)

Retained earnings

186,099

196,509

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(101,052)

(92,788)

Total shareholders’ equity

271,350

287,717

Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity

$         662,523

$         679,900

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

Three months ended
September 30,

Nine months ended
September 30,

(in thousands, except per share data)

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net sales

$         213,831

$         238,164

$         690,047

$         746,303

Costs and expenses:

Cost of goods sold

169,340

185,689

543,459

590,538

Selling, general and administrative

26,533

28,111

88,832

91,465

Design and development

17,643

17,852

53,703

57,486

Operating income

315

6,512

4,053

6,814

Interest expense, net

3,604

3,313

11,039

9,179

Equity in loss of investee

752

141

1,081

641

Other (income) expense, net

(384)

(1,383)

(644)

2,152

(Loss) income before income taxes

(3,657)

4,441

(7,423)

(5,158)

Provision for income taxes

3,413

2,270

2,987

3,049

Net (loss) income

$            (7,070)

$              2,171

$          (10,410)

$            (8,207)

(Loss) earnings per share:

Basic

$              (0.26)

$                0.08

$              (0.38)

$              (0.30)

Diluted

$              (0.26)

$                0.08

$              (0.38)

$              (0.30)

Weighted-average shares outstanding:

Basic

27,618

27,484

27,586

27,428

Diluted

27,618

27,734

27,586

27,428

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

Nine months ended September 30, (in thousands)

2024

2023

OPERATING ACTIVITIES:

Net loss

$            (10,410)

$              (8,207)

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by (used for) operating activities:

Depreciation

19,695

19,800

Amortization, including accretion and write-off of deferred financing costs

6,812

6,077

Deferred income taxes

(6,339)

(2,732)

Loss of equity method investee

1,081

641

Loss (gain) on sale of fixed assets

257

(861)

Share-based compensation expense

3,092

2,272

Excess tax deficiency related to share-based compensation expense

263

74

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

Accounts receivable, net

6,042

(21,335)

Inventories, net

9,694

(33,651)

Prepaid expenses and other assets

4,949

7,473

Accounts payable

(13,127)

23,322

Accrued expenses and other liabilities

6,508

1,459

Net cash provided by (used for) operating activities

28,517

(5,668)

INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

Capital expenditures, including intangibles

(19,049)

(28,584)

Proceeds from sale of fixed assets

312

1,841

Investment in venture capital fund, net

(260)

(200)

Net cash used for investing activities

(18,997)

(26,943)

FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

Revolving credit facility borrowings

98,000

81,365

Revolving credit facility payments

(91,000)

(64,568)

Proceeds from issuance of debt

24,277

27,579

Repayments of debt

(26,364)

(27,145)

Repurchase of Common Shares to satisfy employee tax withholding

(780)

(1,697)

Net cash provided by financing activities

4,133

15,534

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

(356)

(963)

Net change in cash and cash equivalents

13,297

(18,040)

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

40,841

54,798

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

$             54,138

$             36,758

Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:

Cash paid for interest, net

$             11,892

$               9,248

Cash paid for income taxes, net

$               8,429

$               8,453

 

Regulation G Non-GAAP Financial Measure Reconciliations

Exhibit 1 – Reconciliation of Adjusted EPS

Reconciliation of Q3 2024 Adjusted EPS

(USD in millions, except EPS)

Q3 2024

Q3 2024 EPS

Net Loss

$             (7.1)

$           (0.26)

Add: After-Tax Business Realignment Costs

0.2

0.01

Add: After-Tax Environmental Remediation Costs

0.1

0.00

Adjusted Net Loss

$             (6.7)

$           (0.24)

 

Exhibit 2 – Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA

(USD in millions)

Q3 2023

Q4 2023

Q1 2024

Q2 2024

Q3 2024

Income (Loss) Before Tax

$       4.4

$       3.2

$     (5.6)

$       1.9

$     (3.7)

Interest expense, net

3.3

3.8

3.6

3.8

3.6

Depreciation and amortization

8.5

8.4

8.6

8.5

8.8

EBITDA

$     16.2

$     15.5

$       6.6

$     14.2

$      8.8

Add: Pre-Tax Business Realignment Costs

1.2

0.1

1.9

0.3

Add: Pre-Tax Environmental Remediation
Costs

0.2

Add: Pre-Tax Brazilian Indirect Tax Credits,
Net

(0.5)

Adjusted EBITDA

$     17.0

$     15.6

$       6.6

$     16.1

$      9.2

 

Exhibit 3 – Reconciliation of Adjusted Gross Profit

(USD in millions)

Q2 2024

Q3 2024

Gross Profit

$         53.7

$         44.5

Add: Pre-Tax Business Realignment Costs

0.1

Adjusted Gross Profit

$         53.7

$         44.6

 

Exhibit 4 – Reconciliation of Adjusted Operating Income

(USD in millions)

Q2 2024

Q3 2024

Operating Income

$           3.4

$           0.3

Add: Pre-Tax Business Realignment Costs

1.9

0.3

Add: Pre-Tax Environmental Remediation Costs

0.2

Adjusted Operating Income

$           5.4

$           0.7

 

Exhibit 5 – Segment Adjusted Operating Income

Reconciliation of Control Devices Adjusted Operating Income

(USD in millions)

Q3 2023

Q2 2024

Q3 2024

Control Devices Operating Income

$       5.5

$       3.7

$       2.1

Add: Pre-Tax Environmental Remediation Costs

0.2

Add: Pre-Tax Business Realignment Costs

0.1

Control Devices Adjusted Operating Income

$       5.6

$       3.7

$       2.3

Reconciliation of Electronics Adjusted Operating Income

(USD in millions)

Q3 2023

Q2 2024

Q3 2024

Electronics Operating Income

$       7.6

$       9.8

$       3.5

Add: Pre-Tax Business Realignment Costs

1.1

1.9

0.3

Electronics Adjusted Operating Income

$       8.7

$     11.7

$       3.8

Reconciliation of Stoneridge Brazil Adjusted Operating Income (Loss)

(USD in millions)

Q3 2023

Q2 2024

Q3 2024

Stoneridge Brazil Operating Income (Loss)

$       1.2

$     (0.0)

$       0.7

Add: Pre-Tax Brazilian Indirect Tax Credits, Net

(0.5)

Stoneridge Brazil Adjusted Operating Income (Loss)

$       0.8

$     (0.0)

$       0.7

 

Exhibit 6 – Reconciliation of Adjusted Sales

(USD in millions)

Q3 2023

Q2 2024

Q3 2024

Sales

$     238.2

$    237.1

$     213.8

Less: Sales from Spot Purchases Recoveries

(0.9)

Adjusted Sales

$     237.2

$    237.1

$     213.8

 

Exhibit 7 – Reconciliation of Electronics Adjusted Sales

(USD in millions)

Q3 2023

Q2 2024

Q3 2024

Electronics Sales

$    143.3

$   153.5

$      135.7

Less: Sales from Spot Purchases Recoveries

(0.9)

Electronics Adjusted Sales

$    142.4

$   153.5

$      135.7

 

Exhibit 8 – Reconciliation of Adjusted Tax Rate

Reconciliation of Q3 2024 Adjusted Tax Rate

(USD in millions)

Q3 2024

Tax Rate

Loss Before Tax

$            (3.7)

Add: Pre-Tax Business Realignment Costs

0.3

Add: Pre-Tax Environmental Remediation Costs

0.2

Adjusted Loss Before Tax

$            (3.2)

Income Tax Expense

3.4

(93.3) %

Add: Tax Impact from Pre-Tax Adjustments

0.1

Adjusted Income Tax Expense on Adjusted Loss Before Tax

$             3.5

nm

 

Exhibit 9 – Reconciliation of Compliance Leverage Ratio

UPDATED

Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA for Compliance Calculation

(USD in millions)

Q4 2023

Q1 2024

Q2 2024

Q3 2024

Income (Loss) Before Tax

$       3.2

(5.6)

$       1.9

$     (3.7)

Interest Expense, net

3.8

3.6

3.8

3.6

Depreciation and Amortization

8.4

8.6

8.5

8.8

EBITDA

$     15.5

$       6.6

$     14.2

$       8.8

Compliance adjustments:

Add: Non-Cash Impairment Charges and
Write-offs or Write Downs

0.1

0.1

Add: Adjustments from Foreign Currency
Impact

(0.7)

2.2

(2.4)

(0.6)

Add: Extraordinary, Non-recurring or Unusual
Items

Add: Cash Restructuring Charges

0.3

1.6

0.5

0.7

Add: Charges for Transactions,
Amendments, and Refinances

0.3

Add: Adjustment to Autotech Fund II
Investment

(0.1)

0.3

0.1

0.8

Add:  Accrual-based Expenses

5.5

8.2

7.1

1.3

Less: Cash Payments for Accrual-based
Expenses

(3.1)

(3.2)

(3.7)

(3.3)

Adjusted EBITDA (Compliance)

$     17.7

$     15.8

$     15.8

$       7.6

Adjusted TTM EBITDA (Compliance)

$     68.5

$     56.8

Reconciliation of Adjusted Cash for Compliance Calculation

(USD in millions)

Q3 2024

Total Cash and Cash Equivalents

$      54.1

Less: 35% of Cash in Foreign Locations

(15.1)

Total Adjusted Cash (Compliance)

$      39.0

Reconciliation of Adjusted Debt for Compliance Calculation

(USD in millions)

Q3 2024

Total Debt

$     196.3

Outstanding Letters of Credit

1.6

Total Adjusted Debt (Compliance)

$     197.9

Adjusted Net Debt (Compliance)

$     158.9

Compliance Leverage Ratio (Net Debt / TTM EBITDA)

2.79x

 

 

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AI-Powered Connectivity: APAC Charts a Path to a Smarter Digital Future

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Asia-Pacific’s first Broadband Development Summit brings regulators and operators to Bangkok to set the agenda

BANGKOK, July 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Government officials, standards bodies and telecom operators gathered in Bangkok on 14 July for the inaugural Broadband Development Summit APAC 2026, convened by the World Broadband Association (WBBA) to build consensus on AI-era networks.

Participants included the ITU, Thailand’s National Board of the Digital Economy and Society, WBBA, IAB, FNCAP, WAA, NIDA and the IPv6 Council, alongside operators Telkomsel, XLSmart, Surge, Globe, AIS, CMI and HKT and Huawei.

Denny Deng, President of Huawei Asia Pacific Carrier Business, envisions a “faster, smarter, greener” Asia-Pacific.

VOICES FROM THE SUMMIT

“To seize the opportunities of the AI era, we call on the industry to accelerate broadband evolution, advance computing-network synergy, and strengthen the cross-border connectivity. Together, let us build faster, smarter, and greener digital infrastructure for Asia-Pacific.”
— Denny Deng, President of Asia Pacific Carrier Business, Huawei

“High-speed broadband is no longer just about ‘getting online’ — it is the vital infrastructure upon which the entire AI revolution is being built. We view AI not merely as a tool, but as a primary engine for national competitiveness and a catalyst for improving the quality of life for all.”
— Wetang Phuangsup, Ph.D., Secretary-General, the National Board of the Digital Economy and Society, Thailand

“Three initiatives define the road to 2030. We must close the quality divide so the value of broadband reaches everyone. We must build AI-ready networks — 10G access, 800GE cores, intelligence end to end. And we must do it together, through shared standards.”
— Martin Creaner, Director General of WBBA

“Moving towards next-generation networks, network architectures must continue to evolve to deliver broader connectivity, superior quality, enhanced security, and greater intelligence. This evolution is essential for Net5.5G, positioning the network not simply as infrastructure, but as the foundation that enables AI, strengthens resilience and efficiency, and supports digital transformation across industries.”
— Dhruv Dhody, Industry Standardization Expert at Huawei, Chair of the IAB, IETF

“Across Asia-Pacific, fibre is extending beyond homes and offices into rooms, devices, and machines. By working together, we can accelerate fibre innovation and adoption to build truly AI-ready infrastructure.”
— Ilham Nandana, Chair of the Market Intelligence Committee, Fiber Network Council APAC (FNCAP)

“We fixed it before you feel it!  AIS is redefining premium home broadband by combining ultra-fast connectivity with AI-driven network intelligence and smart home ecosystem — delivering proactive, invisible service excellence that transforms connectivity into differentiated customer value and sustainable ARPU growth.”
— Thanit Chaiyaboonthanit, Head of Technology Department, Broadband Business, AIS

“Connecting the Unconnected: Affordable Broadband at Scale. Create equal access to global information and empower Indonesia’s digital society.”
— Shannedy Ong, CTO of Surge Indonesia

“Beyond Connectivity: Telkomsel is transforming into a true value creator. By leveraging our FBB market-leading footprint, we power growth through service excellence, customer loyalty, and a next-generation home ecosystem.”
— Stanislaus Susatyo, Director of Sales, Telkomsel Indonesia

“We stopped treating AI as an add-on feature. Instead, our approach at Globe starts with architecture, embedding intelligence into the very core of how we build, how we sell, and how we operate.
AI continuously monitors network health, customer behavior and service quality. Rather than waiting for failures, the system predicts degradation and initiates corrective actions. By maintaining minute-level awareness of network health, our systems automatically resolve 30% of all Wi-Fi issues without any human intervention.”
— Danny Theseira, Head of Broadband Business Group at Globe Telecom

“Huawei is driving the Optics-AI Synergy to foster their collaborative growth. Through AI-ON, operators could build an AI-centric all-optical target network and establish 1-5-20ms latency circles across the Asia Pacific region. AI-ON also supports efficient computing access and usage while delivering an ultimate network experience through gigabit/ultra-gigabit home broadband, accelerating the widespread adoption of AI services.”
— Kim Jin, Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer Optical Business Product Line, Huawei

“Connectivity is not just about technology. It is a lifeline, a platform for opportunity, and a driver of sustainable development. I believe the intersection of connectivity and artificial intelligence will shape the future of smarter, more resilient networks.”
— Dr. Cosmas Zavazava, Director of the Telecommunication Development Bureau, ITU

“Performance and user experience are the essential path to the next-generation WLAN. Based on standards and AI-driven innovation, let’s jointly explore the path to the future autonomous WLAN with all the stakeholders.”
— Dr. Crane H. Yang, Secretary-General, World WLAN Application Alliance (WAA)

“At the summit, NIDA and WBBA signed an MOU to accelerate next-generation network evolution and establish pioneering smart city benchmarks through the co-development of industry standards, the harmonization of global regulations, and the sharing of vertical industry insights.
NIDA focuses on advancing network architecture standards, while WBBA drives global consensus on broadband evolution. This natural strategic complementarity creates vast opportunities for future collaboration.”
— Joey Deng, Secretary-General of NIDA

“ION-2030 develops the global standard for next generation optical networks in the AI era. It provides exceptional AI application and service experience. The WBBA and ITU will jointly accelerate its development, and this is a unique opportunity for Asia-Pacific stakeholders to actively influence the future of optical broadband networks.”
— Dr. Marcus Brunner, Chief Expert Standardization, WBBA WG1 Chair and Vice-Chair of ETSI ISG F5G

“The transition into the AI era demands a high-quality, deterministic digital foundation. By releasing Net5.5G policy guidelines, Malaysia is accelerating the evolution of next-generation network standards based on IPv6, establishing an innovative infrastructure to unleash AI’s value and drive a prosperous digital economy for 2030.”
— Prof. Sureswaran Ramadass, Chair of APAC at IPv6 Council, Industry Partner of WBBA

“The digital economy is thriving across the Asia-Pacific region, with AI emerging as a core catalyst for intelligent transformation. China Mobile International (CMI) is driving regional growth by integrating China’s advanced AI capabilities with comprehensive communications, computing, and AI services. Moving forward, CMI will collaborate closely with industry partners to foster a shared, AI-driven future for the region.”
— Paul Lin, Managing Director of Commercial and Technology, Asia Pacific, China Mobile International

“Next-generation network infrastructure is the oxygen of the intelligent economy. By integrating cutting-edge 800G connectivity with quantum-safe security, HKT is laying the essential foundations to keep Hong Kong’s enterprises highly competitive, secure, and ready for the computing paradigm shifts of tomorrow.”
— Wilson Cheung, Vice President, Broadband Design & Cyber Security, HKT

“The evolution toward Net5.5G AI WAN is an important step in strengthening XLSMART’s transport network for the future. By progressively adopting AI-assisted operations, SRv6, SDN, service differentiation, and higher-capacity transport infrastructure, we are enhancing network intelligence, operational efficiency, and service resilience while supporting long-term sustainability. This transformation is a continuous journey that aligns with the industry’s vision of AI-native broadband networks. Through collaboration with our technology partners and the broader ecosystem, we will continue to develop capabilities that deliver better network performance and support Indonesia’s growing digital connectivity needs.”
— Regie Ginanjar, Head of Transport Autonomy & Orchestration, Transport Network Transformation, XLSMART

“For the AI era, Huawei upgrades the IP bearer network via security resilience, multi-dimensional awareness, and network autonomy. This empowers carriers to guarantee service experience, accelerate monetization, and enhance efficiency, ushering in a new chapter of intelligent connectivity.”
— Arthur Wang, Vice President of Data Communication Product Line, Huawei

A CONVERGING VIEW

Speakers agreed AI is shifting networks from connectivity to intelligent connectivity, as broadband, IP, computing and cross-border infrastructure converge to support innovation and coordination.

WBBA launched the AI-Net Certification, a global benchmark for national policy, industrial ecosystems and network intelligence. XLSmart was named first AI-Net Champion, and Indonesia was among the first with a certified operator, backed by its Net5.5G roadmap.

In another high-profile segment, WBBA Director General Martin Creaner presented the Gigacity Certification to KOMDIGI, SURGE, Telkomsel, AIS, TRUE, HKT and Globe, recognizing regional broadband pioneers.

 

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Laifen Expands U.S. Retail Footprint with Costco Launch of Best-Selling SE Hair Dryer

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Starting July 18, Costco Members Can Shop Laifen’s Award-Winning Hair Dryer in Select Warehouse Locations Across the U.S.

NEW YORK, July 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Laifen, ranked the world’s No.1 high-speed hair dryer brand, today announced the launch of its best-selling SE High-Speed Hair Dryer at select Costco warehouse locations, marking the brand’s largest U.S. retail expansion to date and bringing its award-winning haircare technology to Costco members across select U.S. markets.

The launch brings Laifen’s award-winning haircare technology to Costco, making it easier for consumers to experience the brand through one of the nation’s leading membership retailers. Laifen joins Costco’s growing portfolio of premium beauty and personal care brands. The initial rollout includes select Costco warehouse locations across the United States, with a strong presence across the Western U.S., including California, the Pacific Northwest and the Southwest.

Costco’s reputation for quality and its highly selective merchandising approach make this partnership especially meaningful. The Costco launch reflects Laifen’s continued expansion beyond direct-to-consumer channels as the brand accelerates its U.S. omnichannel retail strategy. “Costco represents an important milestone in our U.S. retail strategy,” said Romeo, General Manager of International Business of Laifen. “As more consumers seek salon-quality performance at an accessible price, we’re excited to make Laifen available through one of America’s most trusted retailers.”

Engineered to deliver professional-level performance in a sleek, lightweight design, the Laifen SE is powered by the brand’s proprietary high-speed brushless motor, delivering fast drying, reduced heat damage and smoother styling. An intelligent temperature control system continuously monitors airflow to help minimize frizz while protecting hair from excessive heat.

The Costco launch represents the next phase of Laifen’s U.S. retail expansion as the brand continues to grow beyond its direct-to-consumer and online channels. By expanding into one of the nation’s most trusted retailers, Laifen aims to broaden access to its category-disrupting haircare solutions while advancing its mission to bring more thoughtful design and everyday excellence into more homes.

The Laifen SE High-Speed Hair Dryer in White will be available at select Costco locations, while Costco.com shoppers will have access to additional color options including Purple and Pink, alongside the White model.

For more information on Laifen, please visit LaifenTech.com.

About Laifen: 

Founded in 2019, Laifen is a global personal care technology brand combining high-performance engineering with modern design across hair care, oral care, and grooming categories. Ranked the world’s No. 1 high-speed hair dryer brand by Euromonitor International, Laifen first gained recognition for its self-developed 110,000 RPM high-speed brushless motor, the proprietary technology behind its award-winning hair dryers.

Building on this innovation, Laifen has expanded its portfolio to include electric toothbrushes and shavers, delivering premium technology and elevated everyday experiences to consumers worldwide. Today, Laifen products and accessories are used by over 22 million households across more than 60 countries, supported by more than 600 patents and recognized with over 50 international design and innovation awards. Driven by continuous technological breakthroughs, Laifen is committed to making cutting-edge personal care technology more accessible to consumers around the world.

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Pillsbury Notice of Data Breach

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NEW YORK, July 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP (“Pillsbury”) was among many law firms targeted by sophisticated social engineering attempts in an incident last year. While the firm quickly detected and blocked the activity, an unauthorized actor was able to access some of the firm’s documents during a short window of time. Pillsbury notified any impacted clients last year and undertook a detailed process to review the accessed documents for personal information. Pillsbury then began notifying individuals whose personal information was affected. That process is now complete, and today, Pillsbury is publishing substitute notice as a final step.

For more information, please visit the substitute notice on our website at https://www.pillsburylaw.com/en/breach-notice.html

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