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iRobot Reports Third-Quarter 2024 Financial Results
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Continues to Make Progress on “iRobot Elevate” Strategy
Revises Full-year 2024 Outlook
BEDFORD, Mass., Nov. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — iRobot Corp. (NASDAQ: IRBT), a leader in consumer robots, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 28, 2024.
“We continue to make progress on our turnaround strategy,” said Gary Cohen, iRobot’s CEO. “In the third quarter, we expanded our non-GAAP gross margin by 590 basis points year over year and improved our use of operating cash. However, our overall results did not meet the expectations we set in August, as persistent market segment and competitive headwinds impacted our sell-through performance. Although we now expect it will take more time to stabilize our revenue trend, we are on track to exceed our operating expense targets for the year, while at the same time continuing to invest in areas that are expected to drive growth.
“Our ongoing restructuring has fundamentally changed the way we innovate, develop and build our robots, which is central to improving our performance and generating long-term shareholder value. With the benefit of lower operating costs, we expect to enhance margins and improve profitability in 2025.
“As we move forward in this new chapter in iRobot’s history, one thing is abundantly clear: we have a powerful brand that will serve as the foundation for the turnaround of this Company. That brand power is at the heart of our turnaround strategy, iRobot Elevate. In executing that strategy, we are focused on providing our iconic brand with an improved platform to drive long-term profitable growth.”
Third-Quarter 2024 Financial Results (in millions, except per share amounts and percentages)
Q3 2024
Q3 2023
Revenue
$193.4
$186.2
GAAP Gross Margin
32.2 %
25.8 %
Non-GAAP Gross Margin
32.4 %
26.5 %
GAAP Operating Expenses
$55.1
$107.5
Non-GAAP Operating Expenses
$47.7
$90.1
GAAP Operating Income (Loss)
$7.3
($59.5)
Non-GAAP Operating Income (Loss)
$15.1
($40.6)
GAAP Net Loss Per Share
($0.21)
($2.86)
Non-GAAP Net Income (Loss) Per Share*
$0.03
($2.82)
*Beginning in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, the Company updated its calculation of non-GAAP financial measures to no longer exclude “IP litigation expense, net.” The metrics are presented in accordance with this updated methodology. As a result, the third quarter ended September 30, 2023 differs from those previously presented by the amount of IP litigation expense, net recorded in such period.
Additional Financial Highlights
The Company increased non-GAAP gross margin in the third quarter by 590 basis points year over year as a result of its restructuring and iRobot Elevate initiatives.As of September 28, 2024, the Company’s cash and cash equivalents totaled $99.4 million, compared with $108.5 million as of the end of the second quarter of 2024. The Company also had an additional $41.1 million restricted cash set aside for future repayment of its term loan, subject to limited rights for inventory purchases, of which $40.0 million was drawn down at the close of the third quarter and received in the fourth quarter.As of September 28, 2024, the Company’s inventory totaled $149.2 million, compared with $244.5 million as of the end of the third quarter of 2023.During the third quarter, the Company sold 0.2 million shares under its at-the-market (ATM) offering program for total net proceeds of $1.4 million. At quarter end, the Company had $79.6 million remaining under its $100 million ATM offering program.As of September 28, 2024, iRobot had reduced its total headcount by 41% since year-end 2023.In the third quarter of 2024, revenue increased 23% in the U.S., declined 20% in Japan, and declined 11% in EMEA over the prior-year period. Excluding the unfavorable foreign currency impact, Japan revenue decreased 15% over the prior-year period.Revenue from mid-tier robots (with an MSRP between $300 and $499) and premium robots (with an MSRP of $500 or more) represented 79% of total robot sales in the third quarter of 2024, compared with 80% in the same period last year.
Marketing Highlights
iRobot introduced the 2-in-1 Roomba Combo 2 Essential robot globally and Roomba Vac 2 Essential robot in North America. These robots are the first in the Company’s affordable Essential series that automatically empty their dustbins into the AutoEmpty dock after cleaning. The robots also provide twice the cleaning power of the original Essential series, include an enhanced bumper design to more seamlessly navigate floor space, and have the ability to recharge and resume during cleaning missions.In August, iRobot launched the Roomba Combo 10 Max in Japan, earning positive coverage in media outlets including Nikkei, NHK and Gizmodo.iRobot Roomba Combo Essential received the PCMag Editor’s Choice designation.iRobot products received favorable media coverage across the globe, including from CBS News, Engadget, The Verge, Tom’s Guide, ZDNet, The Ambient, and Europa Press.Roomba was a featured product in Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event in October. iRobot’s products received Prime Big Deal Day related media coverage in outlets including Good Morning America, NBC Select, The Sun, Frandroid and El Confidencial.
Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2024 Outlook
iRobot is providing GAAP and non-GAAP financial expectations for the fourth quarter ending December 28, 2024 and updating the full-year 2024 outlook it provided on August 7, 2024. A detailed reconciliation between the Company’s GAAP and non-GAAP expectations is included in the financial tables that appear at the end of this press release.
Fourth Quarter 2024:
Metric
GAAP
Adjustments
Non-GAAP
Revenue
$175 – $200 million
—
$175 – $200 million
Gross Margin
24% – 27%
~0%
24% – 27%
Operating Loss
($43) – ($34) million
~$12 million
($31) – ($22) million
Net Loss Per Share
($1.88) – ($1.58)
~$0.38
($1.50) – ($1.20)
Fiscal Year 2024:
Metric
GAAP
Adjustments
Non-GAAP
Revenue
$685 – $710 million
—
$685 – $710 million
Gross Margin
25% – 26%
~0%
25% – 26%
Operating Loss
($84) – ($75) million
~($20) million
($104) – ($95) million
Net Loss Per Share
($4.27) – ($3.96)
~($0.64)
($4.91) – ($4.60)
Third-Quarter 2024 Results Conference Call
On November 6, the Company will host a live conference call and webcast to review its financial results and discuss its outlook. The conference call details are as follows:
Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Time: 8:30 a.m. ET
Call-In Number: 800-274-8461 (Alternate: 203-518-9814)
Conference ID: IRBTQ324
A live webcast of the conference call will be accessible on the event section of the Company’s website at https://investor.irobot.com/financial-information/quarterly-results. An archived version of the broadcast will be available on the same website shortly after the conclusion of the live event.
About iRobot Corp.
iRobot is a global consumer robot company that designs and builds thoughtful robots and intelligent home innovations that make life better. iRobot introduced the first Roomba robot vacuum in 2002. Today, iRobot is a global enterprise that has sold more than 50 million robots worldwide. iRobot’s product portfolio features technologies and advanced concepts in cleaning, mapping and navigation. Working from this portfolio, iRobot engineers are building robots and smart home devices to help consumers make their homes easier to maintain and healthier places to live. For more information about iRobot, please visit www.irobot.com.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which relate to, among other things: the Company’s expectations regarding future financial performance, including with respect to fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024 revenue, gross margin, operating (loss) income and net (loss) income per share, as well as fiscal year 2025 operating costs, margins and profitability; executing on the Company’s iRobot Elevate strategy; stabilization of revenue trends; and the Company’s business plans and strategies and the anticipated impact thereof. These forward-looking statements are based on the Company’s current expectations, estimates and projections about its business and industry, all of which are subject to change. In this context, forward-looking statements often address expected future business and financial performance and financial condition, and often contain words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “could,” “seek,” “see,” “will,” “may,” “would,” “might,” “potentially,” “estimate,” “continue,” “expect,” “target,” similar expressions or the negatives of these words or other comparable terminology that convey uncertainty of future events or outcomes. All forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control, and are not guarantees of future results, such as statements about the consummation of the proposed transaction and the anticipated benefits thereof. These and other forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future results and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in such statements and, therefore, you should not place undue reliance on any such statements and caution must be exercised in relying on forward-looking statements. Important risk factors that may cause such a difference include, but are not limited to: (i) the Company’s ability to obtain capital when desired on favorable terms, if at all; (ii) the Company’s ability to realize the benefits of its operational restructuring; (iii) the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and various global conflicts on the Company’s business and general economic conditions; (iv) the Company’s ability to implement its business strategy; (v) the risk that disruptions from the operational restructuring will harm the Company’s business, including current plans and operations; (vi) the ability of the Company to retain and hire key personnel, including successfully navigating its leadership transition; (vii) legislative, regulatory and economic developments affecting the Company’s business; (viii) general economic and market developments and conditions; (ix) the evolving legal, regulatory and tax regimes under which the Company operates; (x) potential business uncertainty, including changes to existing business relationships that could affect the Company’s financial performance; (xi) unpredictability and severity of catastrophic events, including, but not limited to, acts of terrorism or outbreak of war or hostilities; (xii) current supply chain challenges including the Red Sea conflict; (xiii) the financial strength of our customers and retailers; (xiv) the impact of tariffs on goods imported into the United States; and (xv) competition, as well as the Company’s response to any of the aforementioned factors. Additional risks and uncertainties that could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements are included under the caption “Risk Factors” in the Company’s most recent annual and quarterly reports filed with the SEC and any subsequent reports on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q or Form 8-K filed from time to time and available at www.sec.gov. While the list of factors presented here is considered representative, no such list should be considered to be a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. Unlisted factors may present significant additional obstacles to the realization of forward-looking statements. Consequences of material differences in results as compared with those anticipated in the forward-looking statements could include, among other things, business disruption, operational problems, financial loss, legal liability and similar risks, any of which could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition, results of operations, or liquidity. The forward-looking statements included herein are made only as of the date hereof. The Company does not assume any obligation to publicly provide revisions or updates to any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, should circumstances change, except as otherwise required by securities and other applicable laws.
iRobot Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(in thousands, except per share amounts)
(unaudited)
For the three months ended
For the nine months ended
September 28, 2024
September 30, 2023
September 28, 2024
September 30, 2023
Revenue
$ 193,435
$ 186,176
$ 509,811
$ 583,036
Cost of revenue:
Cost of product revenue
131,058
137,888
383,865
443,932
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
–
292
–
864
Total cost of revenue
131,058
138,180
383,865
444,796
Gross profit
62,377
47,996
125,946
138,240
Operating expenses:
Research and development
19,630
37,336
76,739
116,576
Selling and marketing
29,270
41,558
98,966
139,630
General and administrative
3,232
28,270
(33,552)
85,116
Restructuring and other
1,922
152
24,298
8,236
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
1,066
174
1,405
529
Total operating expenses
55,120
107,490
167,856
350,087
Operating income (loss)
7,257
(59,494)
(41,910)
(211,847)
Other expense, net
(12,548)
(19,113)
(24,583)
(24,217)
Loss before income taxes
(5,291)
(78,607)
(66,493)
(236,064)
Income tax expense
1,080
598
1,917
5,053
Net loss
$ (6,371)
$ (79,205)
$ (68,410)
$ (241,117)
Net loss per share:
Basic
$ (0.21)
$ (2.86)
$ (2.34)
$ (8.73)
Diluted
$ (0.21)
$ (2.86)
$ (2.34)
$ (8.73)
Number of shares used in per share calculations:
Basic
30,348
27,738
29,276
27,608
Diluted
30,348
27,738
29,276
27,608
Stock-based compensation included in above figures:
Cost of revenue
$ 387
$ 838
$ 1,486
$ 2,226
Research and development
1,296
3,355
4,994
8,737
Selling and marketing
903
1,384
3,403
4,221
General and administrative
2,894
3,798
8,054
10,696
Total
$ 5,480
$ 9,375
$ 17,937
$ 25,880
iRobot Corporation
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(unaudited, in thousands)
September 28, 2024
December 30, 2023
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 99,447
$ 185,121
Restricted cash
41,082
–
Accounts receivable, net
101,326
79,387
Inventory
149,156
152,469
Other current assets
32,774
48,513
Total current assets
423,785
465,490
Property and equipment, net
25,405
40,395
Operating lease right-of-use assets
15,137
19,642
Deferred tax assets
9,093
8,512
Goodwill
175,928
175,105
Intangible assets, net
3,635
5,044
Other assets
16,932
19,510
Total assets
$ 669,915
$ 733,698
Liabilities and stockholders’ equity
Accounts payable
$ 195,133
$ 178,318
Accrued expenses
88,384
97,999
Deferred revenue and customer advances
9,121
10,830
Total current liabilities
292,638
287,147
Term loan
186,713
201,501
Operating lease liabilities
22,892
27,609
Other long-term liabilities
17,510
20,954
Total long-term liabilities
227,115
250,064
Total liabilities
519,753
537,211
Stockholders’ equity
150,162
196,487
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
$ 669,915
$ 733,698
iRobot Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(unaudited, in thousands)
For the nine months ended
September 28, 2024
September 30, 2023
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss
$ (68,410)
$ (241,117)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization
16,912
21,367
Loss on equity investment
375
3,910
Stock-based compensation
17,937
25,880
Provision for inventory excess and obsolescence
11,800
1,740
Change in fair value of term loan
13,515
5,292
Debt issuance costs expensed under fair value option
529
11,837
Deferred income taxes, net
(651)
4,115
Other
(6,318)
(8,618)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities — (use) source
Accounts receivable
(22,073)
(7,943)
Inventory
(10,539)
32,935
Other assets
15,598
12,544
Accounts payable
16,674
28,904
Accrued expenses and other liabilities
(15,825)
(4,483)
Net cash used in operating activities
(30,476)
(113,637)
Cash flows from investing activities:
Additions of property and equipment
(118)
(3,132)
Purchase of investments
(56)
(213)
Net cash used in investing activities
(174)
(3,345)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from employee stock plans
–
9
Income tax withholding payment associated with restricted stock vesting
(491)
(1,924)
Proceeds from issuance of common stock, net of issuance costs
19,359
–
Repayment of term loan
(34,947)
–
Proceeds from term loan
–
200,000
Payment of debt issuance costs
(529)
(11,837)
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities
(16,608)
186,248
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
1,251
4,193
Net (decrease) increase in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
(46,007)
73,459
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, at beginning of period
187,887
117,949
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, at end of period
$ 141,880
$ 191,408
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, at end of period:
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 99,447
$ 189,649
Restricted cash
41,082
–
Restricted cash, non-current (included in other assets)
1,351
1,759
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, at end of period
$ 141,880
$ 191,408
iRobot Corporation
Supplemental Information
(unaudited)
For the three months ended
For the nine months ended
September 28, 2024
September 30, 2023
September 28, 2024
September 30, 2023
Revenue by Geography: *
Domestic
$ 105,137
$ 85,781
$ 258,398
$ 288,725
International
88,298
100,395
251,413
294,311
Total
$ 193,435
$ 186,176
$ 509,811
$ 583,036
Robot Units Shipped *
Solo and other
287
446
854
1,492
2-in-1
445
181
908
403
Total
732
627
1,762
1,895
Revenue by Product Category **
Solo and other
$ 83
$ 126
$ 268
$ 449
2-in-1
110
60
242
134
Total
$ 193
$ 186
$ 510
$ 583
Average gross selling prices for robot units
$ 313
$ 331
$ 329
$ 354
Headcount
661
1,126
* in thousands
** in millions
Certain numbers may not total due to rounding
iRobot Corporation
Explanation of Non-GAAP Measures
In addition to disclosing financial results in accordance with U.S. GAAP, this earnings release contains references to the non-GAAP financial measures described below. We use non-GAAP measures to internally evaluate and analyze financial results. We believe these non-GAAP financial measures provide investors with useful supplemental information about the financial performance of our business, enable comparison of financial results between periods where certain items may vary independent of business performance, and enable comparison of our financial results with other public companies, many of which present similar non-GAAP financial measures.
Our non-GAAP financial measures reflect adjustments based on the following items. These non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP, and the financial results calculated in accordance with GAAP and reconciliations from these results should be carefully evaluated.
Amortization of acquired intangible assets: Amortization of acquired intangible assets consists of amortization of intangible assets including completed technology, customer relationships, and reacquired distribution rights acquired in connection with business combinations as well as any non-cash impairment charges associated with intangible assets in connection with our past acquisitions. Amortization charges for our acquisition-related intangible assets are inconsistent in size and are significantly impacted by the timing and valuation of our acquisitions. We exclude these charges from our non-GAAP measures to facilitate an evaluation of our current operating performance and comparisons to our past operating performance.
Net Merger, Acquisition and Divestiture (Income) Expense: Net merger, acquisition and divestiture (income) expense primarily consists of transaction fees, professional fees, and transition and integration costs directly associated with mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, including with respect to the iRobot-Amazon Merger. It also includes business combination adjustments including adjustments after the measurement period has ended. During the first quarter of fiscal 2024, the adjustment included the one-time net termination fee received as a result of the termination of the iRobot-Amazon Merger. The occurrence and amount of these costs will vary depending on the timing and size of these transactions. We exclude these charges from our non-GAAP measures to facilitate an evaluation of our current operating performance and comparisons to our past operating performance.
Stock-Based Compensation: Stock-based compensation is a non-cash charge relating to stock-based awards. We exclude this expense as it is a non-cash expense, and we assess our internal operations excluding this expense and believe it facilitates comparisons to the performance of other companies.
Restructuring and Other: Restructuring charges are related to one-time actions associated with realigning resources, enhancing operational productivity and efficiency, or improving our cost structure in support of our strategy. Such actions are not reflective of ongoing operations and include costs primarily associated with severance and related costs, charges related to paused work unrelated to our core business, costs associated with the Chief Executive Officer transition and other non-recurring costs directly associated with resource realignments tied to strategic initiatives or changes in business conditions. We exclude these items from our non-GAAP measures when evaluating our recent and prospective business performance as such items vary significantly based on the magnitude of the action and do not reflect anticipated future operating costs. In addition, these charges do not necessarily provide meaningful insight into the fundamentals of current or past operations of our business.
Gain/Loss on Strategic Investments: Gain/loss on strategic investments includes fair value adjustments, realized gains and losses on the sales of these investments and losses on the impairment of these investments. We exclude these items from our non-GAAP measures because we do not believe they correlate to the performance of our core business and may vary in size based on market conditions and events. We believe that the exclusion of these gains or losses provides investors with a supplemental view of our operational performance.
Debt issuance costs: Debt issuance costs include various incremental fees and commissions paid to third parties in connection with the issuance of debt. We exclude these charges from our non-GAAP measures to facilitate an evaluation of our current operating performance and comparisons to our past operating performance.
Income tax adjustments: Income tax adjustments include the tax effect of the non-GAAP adjustments, calculated using the appropriate statutory tax rate for each adjustment. We regularly assess the need to record valuation allowances based on the non-GAAP profitability and other factors. We also exclude certain tax items, including the impact from stock-based compensation windfalls/shortfalls, which are not reflective of income tax expense incurred as a result of current period earnings. We believe disclosure of the income tax provision before the effect of such tax items is important to permit investors’ consistent earnings comparison between periods.
iRobot Corporation
Supplemental Reconciliation of GAAP Actuals to Non-GAAP Actuals
(in thousands, except per share amounts)
(unaudited)
For the three months ended
For the nine months ended
September 28, 2024
September 30, 2023
September 28, 2024
September 30, 2023
GAAP Revenue
$ 193,435
$ 186,176
$ 509,811
$ 583,036
GAAP Gross Profit
$ 62,377
$ 47,996
$ 125,946
$ 138,240
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
–
292
–
864
Stock-based compensation
387
838
1,486
2,226
Net merger, acquisition and divestiture expense
–
288
–
898
Non-GAAP Gross Profit
$ 62,764
$ 49,414
$ 127,432
$ 142,228
GAAP Gross Margin
32.2 %
25.8 %
24.7 %
23.7 %
Non-GAAP Gross Margin
32.4 %
26.5 %
25.0 %
24.4 %
GAAP Operating Expenses
$ 55,120
$ 107,490
$ 167,856
$ 350,087
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
(1,066)
(174)
(1,405)
(529)
Stock-based compensation
(5,093)
(8,537)
(16,451)
(23,654)
Net merger, acquisition and divestiture income (expense)
656
(8,564)
74,813
(21,991)
Restructuring and other
(1,922)
(152)
(24,298)
(8,236)
Non-GAAP Operating Expenses*
$ 47,695
$ 90,063
$ 200,515
$ 295,677
GAAP Operating Expenses as a % of GAAP Revenue
28.5 %
57.7 %
32.9 %
60.0 %
Non-GAAP Operating Expenses as a % of Non-GAAP Revenue*
24.7 %
48.4 %
39.3 %
50.7 %
GAAP Operating Income (Loss)
$ 7,257
$ (59,494)
$ (41,910)
$ (211,847)
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
1,066
466
1,405
1,393
Stock-based compensation
5,480
9,375
17,937
25,880
Net merger, acquisition and divestiture (income) expense
(656)
8,852
(74,813)
22,889
Restructuring and other
1,922
152
24,298
8,236
Non-GAAP Operating Income (Loss)*
$ 15,069
$ (40,649)
$ (73,083)
$ (153,449)
GAAP Operating Margin
3.8 %
(32.0) %
(8.2) %
(36.3) %
Non-GAAP Operating Margin*
7.8 %
(21.8) %
(14.3) %
(26.3) %
iRobot Corporation
Supplemental Reconciliation of GAAP Actuals to Non-GAAP Actuals continued
(in thousands, except per share amounts)
(unaudited)
For the three months ended
For the nine months ended
September 28, 2024
September 30, 2023
September 28, 2024
September 30, 2023
GAAP Income Tax Expense
$ 1,080
$ 598
$ 1,917
$ 5,053
Tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments
650
32,045
1,667
565
Other tax adjustments
(203)
(1,638)
(811)
(4,150)
Non-GAAP Income Tax Expense
$ 1,527
$ 31,005
$ 2,773
$ 1,468
GAAP Net Loss
$ (6,371)
$ (79,205)
$ (68,410)
$ (241,117)
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
1,066
466
1,405
1,393
Stock-based compensation
5,480
9,375
17,937
25,880
Net merger, acquisition and divestiture (income) expense
(656)
8,852
(74,813)
22,889
Restructuring and other
1,922
152
24,298
8,236
Loss on strategic investments
–
758
375
3,910
Debt issuance costs
52
11,837
529
11,837
Income tax effect
(447)
(30,407)
(856)
3,585
Non-GAAP Net Income (Loss)*
$ 1,046
$ (78,172)
$ (99,535)
$ (163,387)
GAAP Net Loss Per Diluted Share
$ (0.21)
$ (2.86)
$ (2.34)
$ (8.73)
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
0.03
0.02
0.05
0.05
Stock-based compensation
0.18
0.34
0.61
0.93
Net merger, acquisition and divestiture (income) expense
(0.02)
0.32
(2.55)
0.83
Restructuring and other
0.06
–
0.83
0.30
Loss on strategic investments
–
0.03
0.01
0.14
Debt issuance costs
–
0.43
0.02
0.43
Income tax effect
(0.01)
(1.10)
(0.03)
0.13
Non-GAAP Net Income (Loss) Per Diluted Share*
$ 0.03
$ (2.82)
$ (3.40)
$ (5.92)
Number of shares used in diluted per share calculation
30,551
27,738
29,276
27,608
Supplemental Information
Days sales outstanding
48
36
GAAP Days in inventory
104
161
Non-GAAP Days in inventory(1)
104
163
* Beginning in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, we updated our calculation of non-GAAP financial measures to no longer exclude “IP litigation expense, net.” The metrics for each period are presented in accordance with this updated methodology; as a result, the third quarter and the nine months ended September 30, 2023 differ from those previously presented by the amount of IP litigation expense, net recorded in such period.
(1) Non-GAAP Days in inventory is calculated as inventory divided by (Revenue minus Non-GAAP Gross Profit), multiplied by 91 days.
iRobot Corporation
Supplemental Reconciliation of Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 GAAP to Non-GAAP Guidance
(unaudited)
Q4-24
FY-24
GAAP Gross Profit
$42 – $54 million
$168 – $179 million
Stock-based compensation
~$0 million
~$2 million
Total adjustments
~$0 million
~$2 million
Non-GAAP Gross Profit
$42 – $54 million
$170 – $181 million
Q4-24
FY-24
GAAP Gross Margin
24% – 27%
25% – 26%
Stock-based compensation
~0%
~0%
Total adjustments
~0%
~0%
Non-GAAP Gross Margin
24% – 27%
25% – 26%
Q4-24
FY-24
GAAP Operating Expenses
$85 – $86 million
$252 – $254 million
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
~($0) million
~($2) million
Stock-based compensation
~($6) million
~($23) million
Net merger, acquisition and divestiture income (expense)
–
~$75 million
Restructuring and other
~($5) million
~($29) million
Total adjustments
~($11) million
~$22 million
Non-GAAP Operating Expenses
$74 – $75 million
$274 – $276 million
Q4-24
FY-24
GAAP Operating Loss
($43) – ($34) million
($84) – ($75) million
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
~$0 million
~$2 million
Stock-based compensation
~$7 million
~$25 million
Net merger, acquisition and divestiture expense (income)
–
~($75) million
Restructuring and other
~$5 million
~$29 million
Total adjustments
~$12 million
~($20) million
Non-GAAP Operating Loss
($31) – ($22) million
($104) – ($95) million
Q4-24
FY-24
GAAP Net Loss Per Share
($1.88) – ($1.58)
($4.27) – ($3.96)
Amortization of acquired intangible assets
~$0.01
~$0.05
Stock-based compensation
~$0.22
~$0.83
Net merger, acquisition and divestiture expense (income)
–
~($2.53)
Restructuring and other
~$0.15
~$0.98
Loss on strategic investments
–
~$0.01
Debt issuance costs
–
~$0.02
Income tax effect
~$0
~$0
Total adjustments
~$0.38
~($0.64)
Non-GAAP Net Loss Per Share
($1.50) – ($1.20)
($4.91) – ($4.60)
Number of shares used in per share calculations*
~30.6 million
~29.6 million
* Number of shares does not include any additional issuances under our ATM
Certain numbers may not total due to rounding
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Organizing Committee of the Global Security & Technology Summit (GSTS) held an introductory session today at the Ministry of Interior’s headquarters in Riyadh, bringing together representatives from the government, private, and nonprofit sectors to introduce the program of activities leading up to the summit. The upcoming summit will be held in Riyadh under the patronage of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, under the supervision of HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Interior, and organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy.
During the session, the Organizing Committee presented the comprehensive GSTS program, comprising three key components: GSTS Month, running from November 1 to 30, 2026; the Global Security & Innovation Fair (SAIF), taking place from November 24 to 26, 2026; and the main Summit, scheduled for December 18 to 20, 2026, in Riyadh. Together, these events form an integrated program designed to advance security and technology innovation, strengthen national capabilities, and foster international cooperation.
GSTS Month will feature working groups, boot camps, training programs, knowledge-sharing sessions, and technical workshops across Saudi Arabia’s 13 administrative regions, delivered both in person and remotely in collaboration with specialized entities. The month-long program aims to develop national capabilities, identify emerging talent, enrich knowledge-sharing opportunities, and equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to develop innovative solutions to future security and technology challenges.
The main Summit will bring together global leaders, decision-makers, experts, and innovators to explore the future of security and technology, promote the integration of advanced technologies within the security sector, strengthen national capabilities, support innovation, and foster international cooperation, further positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for security and technology.
Showcasing the latest technological breakthroughs and security solutions, the summit will bring together government entities, private sector organizations, academic institutions, and research centers to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration across key fields, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), smart security solutions, emerging technologies, and crisis management. The program will also feature main sessions, specialized discussions, and interactive exhibitions. Registration is available at gsts.sa.
Advisor to HRH the Minister of Interior and Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Ahmed Altowayan, stated that the summit builds on Saudi Arabia’s efforts to establish an advanced security and technology ecosystem focused on knowledge and innovation, keeping pace with rapid developments and future challenges.
Mr. Altowayan noted that the summit is a global platform for strengthening cooperation and exchanging expertise, anticipating future developments in security and technology, and developing strategic partnerships and innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and readiness of security systems.
Vice Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Eng. Abdulaziz Alhammadi, said that the summit will offer a range of integrated programs and activities focused on enhancing national skills, encouraging innovation, and supporting international cooperation.
He added that GSTS Month will help build national capabilities, discover talent, and develop skills, with SAIF providing a platform for innovators and researchers from around the world to showcase leading technological solutions, while the main Summit will bring together leaders and experts to discuss the future of security and technology and explore new strategic partnership opportunities.
SAIF will take place at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, bringing together innovators, researchers, technology talents, and industry experts from around the world to showcase promising innovations and projects across 14 fields of technology and innovation. The fair will provide opportunities to engage with project owners, including students, graduates, and entrepreneurs, and explore the different stages of innovation development through interactive zones, panel discussions on emerging security and innovation trends, and knowledge-sharing workshops led by specialists. Visitor registration is open to participants from within and outside the Kingdom through saifair.sa.
The introductory session also featured contributions from representatives of government, private, and nonprofit sector entities, alongside members of the media. Discussions focused on developing national capabilities in security and technology, strengthening students’ technical expertise, translating scientific research into practical solutions, and supporting Saudi companies in developing security and technology solutions and advancing digital transformation.
Organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy, GSTS is produced by Tahaluf, with the Ministry of Education serving as Strategic Scientific Partner, Tahakom as Founding Partner, and Elm as Principal Partner.
Registration for participants from within and outside the Kingdom is available at gsts.sa.
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Axon Body 5 delivers 25x the AI processing power of earlier-generation cameras, with upgraded connectivity, audio and battery life to support real-time situational awareness in the field
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Axon (Nasdaq: AXON), the global leader in public safety technology, today announced Axon Body 5, its newest body-worn camera designed to bring more powerful intelligence, connectivity and real-time support directly to officers in the field.
For years, Axon body cameras have helped agencies capture critical evidence and create greater transparency. Body 5 is built to help officers during the call, with information, assistance and backup on the spot.
“Officers shouldn’t have to choose between getting information and watching the scene. With Axon Body 5, they don’t,” said Rick Smith, Axon Founder and CEO. “They capture a license or document with the camera, keep their hands free and eyes up, and get information faster than writing it down and calling it in by radio. An officer fully engaged with the person in front of them, not down at a notepad, is a safer officer and a better-served community.”
Axon Body 5: Built for the AI Era
Built from the ground up for the AI era, Axon Body 5 delivers 25x the AI processing power than earlier generation Axon body cameras, alongside advancements in connectivity, audio, video and battery life. Together, these upgrades give the camera the physical power to run smarter AI features — both today and as new AI tools are developed in the future — while also making it more dependable for officers to use every day.
For the first time, Axon is also introducing two versions of its latest flagship camera: Axon Body 5 and Axon Body 5 Pro.
Both models feature several key advancements, including:
25x more processing power for AI: A powerful new computing architecture creates the capacity to support current and future AI features directly on the body camera.Enhanced video: Improved video captures clearer evidence across challenging environments, including better low-light performance.Improved connectivity: Seamless connectivity in urban and remote environments – and more precise location capability – helps officers, cameras and remote support teams stay connected when timely information matters most.Longer battery life: 20% more battery life than the previous generation helps keep the camera ready and connected throughout an officer’s shift.
The Axon Body 5 Pro will continue to gain new AI capabilities as they become available, growing along with the AI Era Plan. Additionally, new hardware features include:
A near-focus camera: An additional dedicated camera lens lets officers scan driver’s licenses to check status and search for wants or warrants in seconds, without returning to the patrol vehicle, with relevant information sent to Axon Fusus to support real-time operations.Front-facing speakers: Four additional speakers project even more powerful audio toward the person an officer is speaking with, helping real-time translations from Axon Assistant carry more clearly over heavy traffic or crowd noise. Additional memory: Extra space lets the camera run several AI tools at once, helping officers stay better informed and work faster.
Bringing More of Axon’s AI Era Into the Field
Axon Body 5 helps officers get more out of the Axon AI Era Plan by bringing smart tools right to the scene. Axon’s portfolio already supports public safety professionals across a growing range of tasks. For example, Draft One helps officers turn body-camera audio into high-quality report drafts and Axon Assistant provides voice-based information access and real-time translation.
Increasingly, Axon is also bringing AI into real-time operations.
Axon Guardian is a new category of AI features within the AI Era Plan that was specifically created to work with an officer’s field-based devices – starting with body cameras and in-car cameras – to improve safety. Guardian is designed to flag potential risks as situations unfold and create alerts when additional attention may be needed. Two of the first features include:
Escalation Detection: When an Axon Body 4 or Axon Body 5 camera is activated and recording, Guardian has the ability to detect potential conflicts in real time and create an alert in Axon Fusus. A human reviews the livestream and decides if additional support or action is needed.Approach Alert: When active on Axon Fleet 3, Guardian can detect if the door of a stopped vehicle opens and alert the officer through the in-car display and their body-worn camera.
Combined, Axon Body 5 and the expanding AI Era portfolio demonstrate the importance of AI as a critical resource to assist public safety professionals before, during and after an incident — reducing administrative burden, improving situational awareness and helping protect more lives.
Innovating Responsibly
Axon’s Responsible Innovation framework guides the development of all of its products. Designed with this in mind, Axon Body 5 and Guardian prioritize human oversight and maintain agency control over data. As a key part of the responsible innovation process, Axon’s independent Ethics and Equity Advisory Council was created to help responsibly develop and deploy new technologies with transparency, while aligning with community expectations.
General availability dates for Axon Body 5 and Axon Guardian will be announced soon. Product features and capabilities vary by configuration. For more information on Axon’s current products and services: Axon Product Catalog – Axon.com.
About Axon
Axon (Nasdaq: AXON) is the global leader in public safety technology supporting state, local, federal and international public safety agencies with technology designed to Protect Life. Complementing its mission, Axon’s growing Enterprise market focuses on protecting critical infrastructure and frontline workers across multiple industries including corporate security, hospitality, retail and healthcare. Founder-led since 1993, Axon builds products with transparency and responsibility. From TASER energy devices to today’s connected network of hardware – including cameras, drones, and robotics – cloud software, sensors, and AI-tools, the Axon ecosystem helps seamlessly protect people and places when it matters most. To ensure these technologies align with community expectations, Axon’s independent Ethics & Equity Advisory Council guides the ethical, inclusive, and accountable design of its products and services. Learn more about the EEAC and Axon’s Responsible Innovation framework at Axon Responsibility.
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ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — What early design choice causes many custom aluminum projects to become heavier, costlier, or harder to manufacture? That question is addressed in a HelloNation article featuring insights from Custom Fabrication Expert Mark Coyle of American Custom Metals, Inc. in Rochester, New York, that outlines how misunderstanding aluminum behavior leads designers to rely on thick walls instead of stronger geometry.
The article begins by explaining that many people assume thicker walls automatically make aluminum parts stronger. It notes that aluminum does not respond to wall thickness the way steel does. Instead, its performance is shaped by how the metal flows through the extrusion die. The article states that custom aluminum design is more effective when profiles use ribs, chambers, and flanges to create stiffness without adding unnecessary weight. This guidance helps readers understand why adding material often increases cost without improving strength.
The article also highlights that thicker walls change how aluminum moves during extrusion. When heavy areas fill more slowly, the metal cools unevenly and can develop stress that only appears later. The HelloNation piece explains that well-balanced geometry keeps extrusion smooth and predictable. This consistency makes it easier to maintain dimensional accuracy across long production runs. By focusing on geometry, custom aluminum design avoids the problems that come with slow extrusion speeds and uneven cooling.
Another insight in the article centers on how ribs and internal supports influence stability. It describes how a thin wall supported by a properly placed rib often performs better than a thick wall with no reinforcement. This happens because the rib helps distribute load, improve stiffness, and guide the aluminum as it cools. The article explains that this structural approach makes custom aluminum design more efficient and gives designers more control over how the final part behaves under pressure.
The article also shows why early collaboration between designer and fabricator prevents costly changes. It states that a fabricator familiar with extrusion can catch potential issues before a die is built. Small adjustments to corners or transitions can remove weak points or improve metal flow. The article notes that this teamwork keeps the design aligned with real-world production. By working together early, both sides reduce the risk of redesigning the die after the first test run.
Machining is another area where the article explains how wall thickness affects performance. Features such as deep pockets or sharp internal angles may require slow feed rates or special tooling. When walls are thicker than needed, those areas can become difficult to machine cleanly. The article states that thoughtful custom aluminum design makes machining more predictable. Small changes, such as adding radiused edges or sizing features to match standard tools, help shorten cycle times and prevent tool wear.
Thermal behavior receives detailed attention as well. The article explains that aluminum retains heat differently depending on the mass of each section. Thicker walls hold heat longer, which increases the chance of distortion during extrusion, machining, or finishing. When a design uses geometry to create strength, the material cools more evenly. This reduces warping and helps long profiles stay aligned. The article notes that stable cooling is important for components that require a precise fit and consistent shape throughout an entire production run.
Cost is also a key topic in the article. It states that heavier profiles increase material use, extrusion time, and tooling needs. A custom aluminum design that relies on geometry instead of mass lowers material consumption and keeps the fabrication process efficient. The article explains that lighter parts are easier to handle, ship, and assemble. This saves money across multiple stages of production and supports long-term manufacturing efficiency.
The article also notes that smart custom aluminum design creates profiles that behave predictably during extrusion and machining. Smooth transitions, balanced wall dimensions, and structural features help reduce the chance of distortion or dimensional drift. These elements also lower scrap rates and support reliable performance. By using geometry instead of excess material, designers build parts that maintain strength without compromising manufacturability.
As the article concludes, it emphasizes that avoiding thick walls is one of the best ways to improve performance and lower cost. It states that the most dependable custom aluminum components come from designs that use structural features to strengthen the profile. When designers understand how aluminum behaves at each stage of extrusion and machining, they create parts that are strong, efficient, and consistent from batch to batch. This approach turns custom aluminum design into a predictable process rather than a series of uncertain adjustments.
A Common Mistake in Custom Aluminum Design features insights from Mark Coyle, Custom Fabrication Expert of Rochester, NY, in HelloNation.
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