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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE:DLB) today announced the company’s financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024.

“We are pleased with the progress we made in fiscal 2024,” said Kevin Yeaman, President and CEO, Dolby Laboratories. “As we enter fiscal 2025, we have strong momentum with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision, our imaging patent portfolio has gotten stronger with the GE Licensing acquisition, and we are excited about our opportunity with Dolby.io, which is well positioned to provide real time interactive experiences for sports and entertainment.”

Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2024 Financial Highlights

Total revenue was $305 million, compared to $291 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023.GAAP net income was $59 million, or $0.61 per diluted share, compared to GAAP net income of $9 million, or $0.09 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023. On a non-GAAP basis, fourth quarter net income was $78 million, or $0.81 per diluted share, compared to $64 million, or $0.65 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023.Dolby repurchased approximately 251,000 shares of its common stock and ended the quarter with approximately $402 million of stock repurchase authorization available going forward.

Full Year Fiscal 2024 Financial Highlights

Total revenue was $1.27 billion, compared to $1.30 billion for the full year of fiscal 2023.GAAP net income was $262 million, or $2.69 per diluted share, compared to GAAP net income of $201 million, or $2.05 per diluted share, for the full year of fiscal 2023. On a non-GAAP basis, full year net income was $369 million, or $3.79 per diluted share, compared to $348 million, or $3.56 per diluted share, for the full year of fiscal 2023.Cash flows from operations were $327 million, compared to $367 million for the full year of fiscal 2023.

A complete listing of Dolby’s non-GAAP measures are described and reconciled to the corresponding GAAP measures at the end of this release.

Recent Business Highlights

We closed the acquisition of GE Licensing, which we expect to be accretive to margins and earnings on a non-GAAP basis in fiscal 2025, and which gives us a stronger position in imaging patents.We acquired THEO Technologies, expanding Dolby.io’s ability to offer customers the best solutions for real-time streaming experiences that drive fan engagement and interactivity.We added two new automotive partners in Q4; WEY, a Chinese car company that specializes in premium Crossovers and SUVs, and Smart, a JV between Mercedes and Geely. We now have over 20 automotive OEM partners supporting Dolby Atmos, up from 10 partners one year ago.Meta announced support for Dolby Atmos across its MetaQuest headset device lineup.Apple launched the iPhone 16, which supports Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision, and records in Dolby Vision.Xiaomi announced new 4K QLED TVs that support Dolby Vision.Australia selected Dolby AC-4 as part of its new broadcast set-top-box specification.Polytron, an Indonesian TV OEM, launched a new TV that supports Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision.Lenovo’s new Thinkpad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition supports Dolby Vision, and its Thinkbook 16 Gen7+ and Thinkbook 16 Gen 7 supports Dolby Atmos.Alienware released 27 4K Dual Resolution Gaming Monitor that supports Dolby Atmos.

Upcoming Investor Event

Dolby is hosting an event at CES for the financial community where we will demonstrate a wide array of our technologies. The event will be held at 7:00 a.m. PT on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Please send an email to IR@dolby.com for more information.

Dividend

Today, Dolby announced a cash dividend of $0.33 per share of Class A and Class B common stock, payable on December 10, 2024, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on December 3, 2024.

Revolving Credit Facility

On November 14, 2024, Dolby entered into a Credit Agreement with Bank of America for a $250 million revolving credit facility. The facility includes $150 million of uncommitted incremental capacity, has a five-year term and can be terminated early without penalty. Dolby has not drawn on the facility. Further details regarding the Credit Agreement are set out in a Form 8-K filed by Dolby with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on November 19, 2024.

Financial Outlook

Dolby’s financial outlook relies, in part, on estimates of royalty-based revenue that take into consideration various factors that are subject to uncertainty, including consumer demand for electronic products. In addition, actual results could differ materially from the estimates Dolby is providing below due in part to uncertainty resulting from the macroeconomic effect of certain conditions, including supply chain constraints, international conflicts, geopolitical instability, and fluctuations in inflation and interest rates. The uncertainty resulting from these factors has greatly reduced its visibility into Dolby’s future outlook. To the extent possible, the estimates Dolby is providing for future periods reflect certain assumptions about the potential impact of certain of these items, based upon a consideration of currently available external and internal data and information. These assumptions are subject to risks and uncertainties. For more information, see “Forward-Looking Statements” in this press release for a description of certain risks that Dolby faces, and the section captioned “Risk Factors” in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for fiscal 2024, to be filed on or around the date hereof.

Dolby is providing the following estimates for its first quarter of fiscal 2025:

Total revenue is estimated to range from $330 million to $360 million.Licensing revenue is estimated to range from $305 million to $335 million.Gross margins are anticipated to be approximately 87% on a GAAP basis and approximately 90% on a non-GAAP basis.Operating expenses are anticipated to range from $230 million to $240 million on a GAAP basis and from $190 million to $200 million on a non-GAAP basis.Effective tax rate is anticipated to be around 20.5% on a GAAP basis and around 18.5% on a non-GAAP basis.Diluted earnings per share is anticipated to range from $0.53 to $0.68 on a GAAP basis and from $0.96 to $1.11 on a non-GAAP basis.

Dolby is providing the following estimates for the full year of fiscal 2025:

Total revenue is expected to range from $1.33 billion to $1.39 billion.Gross margins are anticipated to be approximately 87% on a GAAP basis and approximately 90% on a non-GAAP basis.Operating expenses are anticipated to range from $908 million to $918 million on a GAAP basis and from $765 million to $775 million on a non-GAAP basis.Dolby expects operating margins to be roughly 20% on a GAAP basis and to be roughly 33% on a non-GAAP basis.Diluted earnings per share is anticipated to range from $2.43 to $2.58 on a GAAP basis and from $3.99 to $4.14 on a non-GAAP basis.

Conference Call Information

Members of Dolby management will lead a conference call open to all interested parties to discuss fourth quarter and full year fiscal 2024 financial results for Dolby Laboratories at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET) on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Access to the teleconference will be available at http://investor.dolby.com or by dialing 1-800-715-9871 (+1-646-307-1963 for international callers) and entering confirmation code 5587811.

A replay of the call will be available from 5:00 p.m. PT (8:00 p.m. ET) on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, until 8:59 p.m. PT (11:59 p.m. ET) on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 by dialing 1-800-770-2030 (+1-609-800-9909 for international callers) and entering the confirmation code 5587811. An archived version of the teleconference will also be available on the Dolby website, http://investor.dolby.com.

Non-GAAP Financial Information

To supplement Dolby’s financial statements presented on a GAAP basis, Dolby management uses, and Dolby provides to investors, certain non-GAAP financial measures as an additional tool to evaluate Dolby’s operating results in a manner that focuses on what Dolby’s management believes to be its ongoing business operations and performance. We believe these non-GAAP financial measures are also helpful to investors in enabling comparability of operating performance between periods and among peer companies. Additionally, Dolby’s management regularly uses our supplemental non-GAAP financial measures to make operating decisions, for planning and forecasting purposes and determining bonus payouts. Specifically, Dolby excludes the following as adjustments from one or more of its non-GAAP financial measures:

Stock-based compensation expense: Stock-based compensation, unlike cash-based compensation, utilizes subjective assumptions in the methodologies used to value the various stock-based award types that Dolby grants. These assumptions may differ from those used by other companies. To facilitate more meaningful comparisons between its underlying operating results and those of other companies, Dolby excludes stock-based compensation expense.

Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles: Dolby amortizes intangible assets acquired in connection with business combinations. These intangible assets consist of patents and technology, customer relationships, and other intangibles. Dolby records amortization charges relating to these intangible assets in its GAAP financial statements, and Dolby views these charges as items arising from pre-acquisition activities that are determined by the timing and valuation of its acquisitions. As these amortization charges do not directly correlate to its operations during any particular period, Dolby excludes these charges to facilitate an evaluation of its current operating performance and comparisons to its past operating results. In addition, while amortization expense of acquisition-related intangible assets is excluded from Non-GAAP Net Income, the revenue generated from those assets is not excluded.

Restructuring charges or credits: Restructuring charges are costs associated with restructuring plans and primarily relate to costs associated with exit or disposal activities, employee severance benefits, and asset impairments. For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, we excluded from non-GAAP net income and diluted earnings per share a restructuring charge of about $30 million comprised of approximately $13 million for severance and related benefits and an impairment loss of approximately $17 million related primarily to internally developed software for projects we are no longer pursuing. Dolby excludes restructuring costs, including any adjustments to charges recorded in prior periods (which may be credits), as Dolby believes that these costs are not representative of its normal operating activities and therefore, excluding these amounts enables a more effective comparison of its past operating performance and to that of other companies.

Income tax adjustments: The income tax effects of the aforementioned non-GAAP adjustments do not directly correlate to its operating performance so Dolby believes that excluding such income tax effects provides a more meaningful view of its underlying operating results to management and investors.

Impact from Tax Reform: The enactment of the U.S. Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (Tax Reform), and any related amendments or revisions, requires certain discrete and infrequent charges that are not representative of current operating results and therefore, excluding these amounts enables a more effective comparison to our past operating performance.

Using the aforementioned adjustments, Dolby provides various non-GAAP financial measures including, but not limited to: non-GAAP net income, non-GAAP diluted earnings per share, non-GAAP gross margin, non-GAAP operating expenses, non-GAAP operating margin, and non-GAAP effective tax rate. Dolby’s management believes it is useful for itself and investors to review both GAAP and non-GAAP measures to assess the performance of Dolby’s business, including as a means to evaluate period-to-period comparisons. Dolby’s management does not itself, nor does it suggest that investors should, consider non-GAAP financial measures in isolation from, superior to, or as a substitute for, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP. Whenever Dolby uses non-GAAP financial measures, it provides a reconciliation of the non-GAAP financial measures to the most closely applicable GAAP financial measures. Investors are encouraged to review the related GAAP financial measures and the reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures to their most directly comparable GAAP financial measures as detailed above and below. Investors are also encouraged to review Dolby’s GAAP financial statements as reported in its US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings. A reconciliation between GAAP and non-GAAP financial measures is provided at the end of this press release and on the Dolby investor relations website, http://investor.dolby.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this press release and in our earnings calls, including, but not limited to, expected financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2025 and full year fiscal 2025, Dolby’s ability to expand existing business, navigate challenging periods, pursue its long-term growth opportunities, and advance its other long-term objectives are “forward-looking statements” that inherently involve substantial risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations, and as a result of certain risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those provided. The following important factors, without limitation, could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements: the potential impacts of economic conditions on Dolby’s business operations, financial results, and financial position (including the impact to Dolby partners and disruption of the supply chain and delays in shipments of consumer products; the level at which Dolby technologies are incorporated into products and the consumer demand for such products; delays in the development and release of new products or services that contain Dolby technologies; delays in royalty reporting or delinquent payment by partners or licensees; lengthening sales cycles; the impact to the overall cinema market including adverse impact to Dolby’s revenue recognized on box-office sales and demand for cinema products and services; and macroeconomic conditions that affect discretionary spending and access to products that contain Dolby technologies); risks associated with geopolitical issues and international conflicts; risks associated with trends in the markets in which Dolby operates, including the broadcast, mobile, consumer electronics, PC, and other markets; the loss of, or reduction in sales by, a key customer, partner, or licensee; pricing pressures; risks relating to changing trends in the way that content is distributed and consumed; risks relating to conducting business internationally, including trade restrictions and changes in diplomatic or trade relationships; risks relating to maintaining patent coverage; the timing of Dolby’s receipt of royalty reports and payments from its licensees, including recoveries; changes in tax regulations; timing of revenue recognition under licensing agreements and other contractual arrangements; Dolby’s ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with industry participants; Dolby’s ability to develop and deliver innovative products and technologies in response to new and growing markets; competitive risks; risks associated with conducting business in China and other countries that have historically limited recognition and enforcement of intellectual property and contractual rights; risks associated with the health of the motion picture and cinema industries generally; Dolby’s ability to increase its revenue streams and to expand its business generally, and to continue to expand its business beyond its current technology offerings; risks associated with acquiring and successfully integrating businesses or technologies; and other risks detailed in Dolby’s SEC filings and reports, including the risks identified under the section captioned “Risk Factors” in its Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on or around the date hereof. Dolby may not actually achieve the plans, intentions, or expectations disclosed in its forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based upon information available to us as of the date of such statements, and while Dolby believes such information forms a reasonable basis for such statements, such information may be limited or incomplete. These statements are inherently uncertain and investors are cautioned not to unduly rely upon these statements. Except as required by law, Dolby disclaims any obligation to update information contained in these forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

About Dolby Laboratories

Dolby Laboratories (NYSE: DLB) is based in San Francisco, California with offices around the globe. From movies and TV shows, to apps, music, sports and gaming, Dolby transforms the science of sight and sound into spectacular experiences for billions of people worldwide. Dolby partners with artists, storytellers, developers, and businesses to revolutionize entertainment and communications with Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Dolby Cinema, and Dolby.io.

Dolby, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Dolby Cinema, Dolby.io, and the double-D symbol are among the registered and unregistered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories in the United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.

 

DOLBY LABORATORIES, INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(in thousands, except per share amounts; unaudited)

Fiscal Quarter Ended

Fiscal Year Ended

September 27,
2024

September 29,
2023

September 27,
2024

September 29,
2023

Revenue:

Licensing

$                282,705

$                265,203

$             1,181,794

$             1,197,930

Products and services

22,101

25,359

91,927

101,814

Total revenue

304,806

290,562

1,273,721

1,299,744

Cost of revenue:

Cost of licensing

18,764

14,556

67,204

64,890

Cost of products and services

15,232

20,996

73,292

87,676

Total cost of revenue

33,996

35,552

140,496

152,566

Gross profit

270,810

255,010

1,133,225

1,147,178

Operating expenses:

Research and development

68,636

70,426

263,663

271,523

Sales and marketing

87,901

90,870

334,460

354,364

General and administrative

69,209

66,612

270,392

258,477

Restructuring charges/(credits)

(1,290)

30,596

6,384

47,061

Total operating expenses

224,456

258,504

874,899

931,425

Operating income/(loss)

46,354

(3,494)

258,326

215,753

Other income/(expense):

Interest income/(expense), net

6,854

9,280

34,077

28,086

Other income, net

6,526

3,247

20,076

6,214

Total other income

13,380

12,527

54,153

34,300

Income before income taxes

59,734

9,033

312,479

250,053

(Provision for)/benefit from income taxes

(868)

875

(48,163)

(48,409)

Net income including noncontrolling interest

58,866

9,908

264,316

201,644

Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interest

(296)

(722)

(2,491)

(988)

Net income attributable to Dolby Laboratories, Inc.

$                  58,570

$                    9,186

$                261,825

$                200,656

Net income per share:

Basic

$                      0.61

$                      0.10

$                      2.74

$                      2.10

Diluted

$                      0.61

$                      0.09

$                      2.69

$                      2.05

Weighted-average shares outstanding:

Basic

95,395

95,701

95,544

95,771

Diluted

96,593

97,678

97,325

97,733

 

DOLBY LABORATORIES, INC.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(in thousands; unaudited)

September 27,
2024

September 29,
2023

ASSETS

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$                482,047

$                745,364

Restricted cash

95,705

72,602

Short-term investments

—

139,148

Accounts receivable, net

315,465

262,245

Contract assets, net

197,478

182,130

Inventories, net

33,728

35,623

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

69,994

50,692

Total current assets

1,194,417

1,487,804

Long-term investments

89,267

97,812

Property, plant, and equipment, net

479,109

481,581

Operating lease right-of-use assets

39,046

40,199

Goodwill and intangible assets, net

967,722

575,836

Deferred taxes

219,758

201,860

Other non-current assets

120,609

94,674

Total assets

$             3,109,928

$             2,979,766

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$                  17,380

$                  20,925

Accrued liabilities

347,529

351,399

Income taxes payable

9,045

4,769

Contract liabilities

31,644

31,505

Operating lease liabilities

12,238

13,628

Total current liabilities

417,836

422,226

Non-current contract liabilities

34,593

39,997

Non-current operating lease liabilities

34,754

37,020

Other non-current liabilities

135,852

108,339

Total liabilities

623,035

607,582

Stockholders’ equity:

Class A common stock

53

53

Class B common stock

41

41

Retained earnings

2,496,255

2,391,990

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(19,187)

(36,984)

Total stockholders’ equity – Dolby Laboratories, Inc.

2,477,162

2,355,100

Noncontrolling interest

9,731

17,084

Total stockholders’ equity

2,486,893

2,372,184

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$             3,109,928

$             2,979,766

 

DOLBY LABORATORIES, INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(in thousands; unaudited)

Fiscal Year Ended

September 27,
2024

September 29,
2023

Operating activities:

Net income including noncontrolling interest

$                264,316

$                201,644

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

  Depreciation and amortization

75,559

82,558

  Stock-based compensation

119,825

118,486

  Amortization of operating lease right-of-use assets

11,768

12,956

  Amortization of premium on investments

(2,919)

(860)

  Benefit from credit losses

(2,256)

(793)

  Deferred income taxes

(21,612)

(18,337)

  Impairment loss on internally developed software

—

16,225

  Other non-cash items affecting net income

(10,828)

(2,800)

  Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

Accounts receivable, net

(28,967)

47,779

Contract assets, net

(8,707)

347

Inventories

(2,654)

(13,226)

Operating lease right-of-use assets

(8,420)

(8,817)

Prepaid expenses and other assets

10,097

3,868

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

(34,554)

(52,315)

Income taxes, net

(4,501)

(8,722)

Contract liabilities

(9,738)

(8,379)

Operating lease liabilities

(5,263)

(5,818)

Other non-current liabilities

(13,894)

3,285

Net cash provided by operating activities

327,252

367,081

Investing activities:

Purchases of marketable securities

(160,198)

(172,955)

Proceeds from sales of marketable securities

234,061

54,964

Proceeds from maturities of marketable securities

157,729

176,833

Purchases of property, plant, and equipment

(30,007)

(30,339)

Business combinations, net of cash and restricted cash acquired

(487,877)

25,703

Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities

(286,292)

54,206

Financing activities:

Proceeds from issuance of common stock

40,203

47,781

Repurchase of common stock

(160,001)

(149,276)

Payment of cash dividend

(114,579)

(103,407)

Distributions to noncontrolling interest

(5,164)

(266)

Purchase of noncontrolling interest in business combinations

(9,920)

—

Equity issued in connection with business combination

722

—

Shares repurchased for tax withholdings on vesting of restricted stock

(39,075)

(31,144)

Payment of deferred consideration for prior business combinations

—

(500)

Net cash used in financing activities

(287,814)

(236,812)

Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

6,640

5,120

Net increase/(decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

(240,214)

189,595

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at beginning of period

817,966

628,371

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at end of period

$                577,752

$                817,966

 

Licensing Revenue by Market
(unaudited)

The following table presents the composition of our licensing revenue and percentage of total licensing revenue for all periods presented (in thousands, except percentage amounts):

Fiscal Quarter Ended

Fiscal Year Ended

Market

September 27, 2024

September 29, 2023

September 27, 2024

September 29, 2023

Broadcast

$     95,779

34 %

$    102,448

39 %

$    409,105

35 %

$      451,719

38 %

Mobile

48,701

17 %

36,122

14 %

235,774

20 %

243,897

20 %

CE

42,024

15 %

41,682

16 %

165,817

14 %

170,197

14 %

PC

34,077

12 %

27,240

10 %

141,300

12 %

124,362

10 %

Other

62,124

22 %

57,711

21 %

229,798

19 %

207,755

18 %

Total licensing revenue

$    282,705

100 %

$    265,203

100 %

$ 1,181,794

100 %

$   1,197,930

100 %

 

GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliations

(unaudited)

The following tables present Dolby’s GAAP financial measures reconciled to the non-GAAP financial measures included in this release for the fourth quarter and fiscal years ended September 27, 2024 and September 29, 2023:

Net income:

Fiscal Quarter Ended

Fiscal Year Ended

(in thousands)

September 27,
2024

September 29,
2023

September 27,
2024

September 29,
2023

GAAP net income attributable to Dolby Laboratories, Inc.

$             58,570

$            9,186

$            261,825

$        200,656

Stock-based compensation (1)

29,679

28,195

119,825

118,486

Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles (2)

6,296

3,306

15,552

10,056

Restructuring charges/(credits)

(1,290)

30,596

6,384

47,061

Impact of Tax Reform

(10,042)

—

(10,042)

—

Income tax adjustments

(4,777)

(7,339)

(24,528)

(28,249)

Non-GAAP net income attributable to Dolby Laboratories, Inc.

$             78,436

$          63,944

$            369,016

$        348,010

(1) Stock-based compensation included in above line items:

Cost of products and services

$                  362

$               388

$               1,501

$            1,697

Research and development

9,703

9,643

38,214

39,472

Sales and marketing

9,994

9,279

40,128

40,038

General and administrative

9,620

8,885

39,982

37,279

(2) Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles included in above line items:

Cost of licensing

$               2,789

$                 62

$               2,890

$               248

Cost of products and services

768

650

2,350

3,248

Research and development

—

—

—

253

Sales and marketing

867

721

2,824

3,137

General and administrative

1,872

1,873

7,488

3,170

Diluted earnings per share:

Fiscal Quarter Ended

Fiscal Year Ended

September 27,
2024

September 29,
2023

September 27,
2024

September 29,
2023

GAAP diluted earnings per share

$                 0.61

$              0.09

$                 2.69

$              2.05

Stock-based compensation

0.30

0.29

1.23

1.21

Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles

0.06

0.03

0.16

0.10

Restructuring charges/(credits)

(0.01)

0.31

0.07

0.48

Impact of Tax Reform

(0.10)

—

(0.11)

—

Income tax adjustments

(0.05)

(0.07)

(0.25)

(0.28)

Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share

$                 0.81

$              0.65

$                 3.79

$              3.56

Weighted-average shares outstanding – diluted (in thousands)

96,593

97,678

97,325

97,733

The following tables present a reconciliation between GAAP and non-GAAP versions of the estimated financial measures for the first quarter of fiscal 2025 and full year fiscal 2025 included in this release:

Gross margin:

Q1 2025

Fiscal 2025

GAAP gross margin

87.0 %

87.0 %

Stock-based compensation

0.1 %

0.1 %

Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles

2.9 %

2.9 %

Non-GAAP gross margin

90.0 %

90.0 %

Operating expenses (in millions):

Q1 2025

Fiscal 2025

GAAP operating expenses (low – high end of range)

$230 – $240

$908 – $918

Stock-based compensation

(37)

(134)

Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles

(3)

(9)

Non-GAAP operating expenses (low – high end of range)

$190 – $200

$765 – $775

Operating margin:

Fiscal 2025

GAAP operating margin

20% +/-

Stock-based compensation

10 %

Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles

3 %

Non-GAAP operating margin

33% +/-

Effective tax rate:

Q1 2025

GAAP effective tax rate

20.5 %

Stock-based compensation (low – high end of range)

(2%) – 0%

Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles (low – high end of range)

(1%) – 0%

Non-GAAP effective tax rate

18.5 %

Diluted earnings per share:

Q1 2025

Fiscal 2025

Low

High

Low

High

GAAP diluted earnings per share

$                 0.53

$              0.68

$                 2.43

$              2.58

Stock-based compensation

0.39

0.39

1.39

1.39

Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles

0.12

0.12

0.45

0.45

Income tax adjustments

(0.08)

(0.08)

(0.28)

(0.28)

Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share

$                 0.96

$              1.11

$                 3.99

$              4.14

Weighted-average shares outstanding – diluted (in thousands)

97,400

97,400

97,500

97,500

                                                               

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Ericsson brings drone detection capabilities to mobile networks

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Ericsson introduces new Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) SystemThe system accurately detects and tracks moving objects such as drones over wide areas, including those not connected to the networkSelected small-scale, sensing-only commercial pilots expected to begin in 2027. Wider scale sensing deployments expected to follow in 2028

STOCKHOLM, Nov. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Existing mobile networks can help close a gap in detecting low-flying, fast-moving objects such as drones across wide areas. Following successful testing of Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) technology over the past months, Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) today introduces the Ericsson ISAC System.

The new solution adds sensing capabilities to the mobile network, enabling defense, public safety and critical infrastructure operators to detect and track moving objects, even when they are not connected to the network.

Commercial introduction of the Ericsson ISAC System will take place in phases, beginning with small-scale, sensing-only commercial pilots with selected customers in 2027, followed by broader-scale deployments from 2028. The integrated communications capability will be added as the solution evolves towards 6G.

Small, low-cost drones are increasingly being used for unlawful surveillance, organized crime, sabotage, and warfare. Their size and flight behavior at low altitudes make them difficult to detect, which creates new challenges for national security, critical infrastructure protection, and public safety. Dedicated sensors will remain important for protecting critical sites but scaling them across larger areas may be challenging due to the significant new infrastructure required.

The Ericsson ISAC System closes the low-altitude, wide-area detection gap by transforming the mobile network into a new layer of situational awareness. Using sensing-capable 5G radios, edge computing, AI and signal processing, it detects objects that are not connected to the network and maintains tracks across the coverage area, complementing radar and other sensors rather than replacing them.

How it works

Ericsson ISAC System detects and tracks objects by analyzing how radio signals are reflected by objects in the environment. It operates as a multi-static system, which means that sensing signal transmission and reception are distributed across multiple geographically separate mobile-network sites. This allows objects to be viewed from multiple angles at once – providing high accuracy that increases detection confidence, positioning, track continuity, and coverage resilience.

The Ericsson ISAC System uses parts of the 5G mobile network infrastructure – such as towers, backhaul and spectrum – already in place across cities, transport corridors and strategic locations to provide tracking data and AI-based classification. This data can be securely shared through standardized interfaces with authorized external systems, including security and command and control systems. Combined with data from other sensors and mitigation platforms, it can give users a more complete operational picture, helping them respond faster and make more informed decisions.

In validated tests, the system reliably detected and tracked micro drones at kilometer-scale distances with precise 3D positioning. Testing demonstrated consistent detection and tracking across a range of operating conditions, system configurations and drone flight patterns. Actual performance depends on factors such as the characteristics and flight profile of the target, sensing geometry, terrain and surrounding environment, and system configuration.

Evaluated in live 5G demonstrations

Trials with AT&T in Arlington, Texas, used sensing dashboards to display drone activity. Combining Ericsson technology with AT&T’s network expertise, the trial detected, located multiple drones, and tracked their movements, illustrating how wireless infrastructure could help protect major venues, critical infrastructure and other key locations.

A separate demonstration with Erillisverkot in Helsinki showed multiple 5G sites detecting and tracking drones, demonstrating how network sensing can support public safety and counter-UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) operations while extending coverage alongside traditional sensors.

In Poland, Ericsson, Asseco and Play demonstrated how Ericsson’s Integrated Sensing and Communication technology, Play’s mobile network and Asseco’s PUSZCZYK acoustic detection system could support detection and positioning of low-flying drones with higher accuracy.

Potential applications

Defense and public safety: Enhancing airspace monitoring across borders, coastlines and strategic assets.

Critical infrastructure: Strengthening protection for ports, power plants and other vital sites.

Transport and industry: Supporting safer operations across road, rail and industrial environments.

Low-altitude economy: Drone traffic management, urban airspace monitoring, and digital twins for smart-city planning and environmental mapping.

Freddie Södergren, Global Head of Mission Critical Networks and Defense, Ericsson, says: “Low-flying drones create a detection coverage gap that no single sensor can effectively address. Ericsson ISAC System enables multiple 5G sites to deliver coordinated wide-area detection and continuous tracking, with data that can be integrated with traditional sensing technologies and operational systems. It also gives operators a pathway to create new services from existing network assets.”

Joe Madden, Principal Analyst at Mobile Experts, says: “Ericsson’s ISAC System shows that mobile-network sensing can perform far better than many expect, turning complex radio reflections into remarkably accurate tracking of low-flying, uncooperative objects. By building on an extensive footprint of existing sites, Ericsson has the potential to deliver wide-area drone detection faster and more cost-efficiently than deploying new dedicated sensor infrastructure.”

Carl Lundqvist, Chief Architect, Swedish Armed Forces HQ, says: “Detecting small drones across large areas is a growing operational challenge. The possibility of using distributed infrastructure to complement existing sensors could provide an important additional layer of situational awareness.”

Shawn Hakl, SVP & Head of Product, AT&T Business, says: “The next evolution of connectivity is about networks that don’t just move data but help organizations with insights to better understand and respond to the events in the real world. Bringing Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) capabilities into existing 5G infrastructure can provide telemetry and intelligence in situations where it is not possible or desirable to pre-deploy sensors or cameras. Deploying this technology in a complex environment like a stadium is an important example of how intelligent networks can drive better safety and security outcomes from infrastructure already in place.”

Antti Kauppinen, CTO, Erillisverkot, says: “The Ericsson ISAC System shows that dual-use technology can strengthen national security by extending sensing capabilities to help authorities protect people and critical infrastructure. Together with Ericsson, we are exploring how this capability can be developed responsibly to enhance Finland’s resilience, security, and preparedness.”

Discover how Ericsson ISAC System closes the low-altitude detection gap

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Drone detection with ISAC for defense – Ericsson

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Aosom Kicks Off Black Friday 2026 with Its Biggest Discounts of the Year and Limited-Time Flash Deals

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LONDON, PARIS and HAMBURG, Germany, Nov. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As the year-end shopping season approaches, Aosom will kick off its 2026 Black Friday promotion on November 2, offering its biggest discounts of the year across home, pet, and children’s products. Shoppers can enjoy flash sales, prize draws, exclusive new-customer offers, and additional Black Friday week benefits.

More Exclusive Offers and Black Friday Surprises

Lucky Wheel: Shoppers can access the Lucky Wheel through a pop-up on the Aosom website homepage. First-time participants must subscribe and register for a chance to win products, coupons, and other rewards.

Community Giveaway: During the Black Friday early-bird campaign, Aosom will launch an interactive community event where shoppers can participate for a chance to win surprise prizes.

Exclusive New-Customer Package: First-time shoppers can enjoy a special package with additional savings on their first purchase.

Limited-Time Deals Across Categories and Extra Black Friday Week Benefits

Aosom will offer discounts across multiple product categories. During Black Friday week, shoppers may receive coupons for future purchases with their orders, while selected products will be available through limited-quantity flash sales. Eligible orders will also benefit from price protection.

Local Delivery and Flexible Payment for a Better Shopping Experience

With its local warehousing and delivery network, Aosom provides convenient shopping services. Depending on the delivery location, product, and order conditions, selected items may qualify for next-day delivery, and eligible shoppers may also choose installment payment options.

Shoppers can visit their local Aosom website for promotional details and campaign terms and conditions.

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Aosom is a one-stop online platform for furniture and large home and lifestyle products, specializing in home, outdoor, garden, pet, and leisure products. Founded in 2013, Aosom operates across Europe and North America, with local subsidiaries in nine countries, including France, the UK, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Canada and the US. The brand is committed to providing innovative, affordable, and high-quality products for everyday living, supported by a logistics network of self-operated overseas warehouses and dedicated customer service. Aosom’s product range, which includes brands such as Outsunny, HOMCOM and PawHut, caters to a wide range of consumer needs, from home furnishings to outdoor use. Aosom continues to deepen its local market engagement through strategic partnerships and community initiatives. Every Home is Awesome(Aosom /’ɔ:səm/)

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Mirae Asset Celebrates Inclusion of Global X China Life Franklin HK-US Equity Select ETF (3428) as an Eligible ETF under Southbound Stock Connect

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Inclusion expands Global X’s Southbound ETF Connect line-up to 4 eligible ETFsEligible Mainland investors will be able to begin trading the Fund through Southbound Stock Connect on 9 November 2026.Global X China Life Franklin HK-US Equity Select ETF (3428) offers combined exposure to Hong Kong high-dividend equities with leading U.S. mega-cap companies in one ETF.

HONG KONG, Nov. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mirae Asset Global Investments (Hong Kong) Limited (“Mirae Asset”), through its Global X ETFs brand, is pleased to announce the inclusion of the Global X China Life Franklin HK-US Equity Select ETF (the “Fund”; HKD counter: 3428; RMB counter: 83428; USD counter: 9428) under Southbound Stock Connect. Eligible Mainland investors are expected to begin trading the Fund through the programme on 9 November 2026.

The Fund seeks to track the CSI Select Market Moderate Index, which combines 65% Hong Kong-listed high-dividend equities with 35% leading U.S.-listed mega-cap companies across 45 securities. For eligible Mainland investors seeking both income-oriented exposure and participation in global innovation, the Fund brings these complementary investment themes together within a single, rules-based strategy.

The inclusion will bring the number of Global X ETFs available through Southbound Stock Connect to four, joining the Global X Hang Seng TECH ETF (2837), Global X Hang Seng High Dividend Yield ETF (3110) and Global X MSCI China ETF (3040).

For more information about the Global X China Life Franklin HK-US Equity Select ETF (3428), please visit Global X ETFs website at www.globalxetfs.com.hk/funds/china-life-franklin-hk-us-equity-select-etf/

About Mirae Asset Global Investments

Founded in 1997, Mirae Asset Global Investments is the asset management arm of Mirae Asset Financial Group, one of Asia’s leading independent financial services companies. As of 30 September 2026, the firm manages more than US$455 billion in assets and operates 25 offices worldwide.

Drawing on its globally integrated platform and investment intelligence, Mirae Asset Global Investments delivers progressive solutions across all major asset classes through mutual funds, ETFs and alternative investments.

As the world’s 12th-largest ETF provider, Mirae Asset offers more than 793 ETFs across 12 markets, with approximately US$280 billion in assets under management, offering investors high-quality, cost-effective solutions across emerging themes and disruptive technologies.

About Global X ETFs

Since 2008, Global X has been at the forefront of ETF innovation and has established itself as a leading issuer of thematic, income and global market ETFs. As part of Mirae Asset Financial Group, Global X combines a specialist ETF focus with global scale and the long-term backing of a truly global asset manager.

Global X serves every kind of investor in pursuit of its vision, “Beyond Ordinary ETFs”: developing innovative solutions that open access to the opportunities shaping tomorrow’s markets.

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Investors should not base investment decisions on this material alone. Please refer to the Prospectus for details including the product features and the risk factors. Investment involves risks. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. There is no guarantee of the repayment of the principal. Investors should note:

The investment objective of Global X China Life Franklin HK-US Equity Select ETF (the “Fund”) is to provide investment results that, before fees and expenses, closely correspond to the performance of the CSI Select Market Moderate Index.The Fund is exposed to concentration risk by tracking a specific region or country.Underlying investments of the Fund may be denominated in currencies other than the base currency of the Fund. Investors are exposed to foreign exchange risk.The Index constituents may be concentrated in a specific industry or sector, which may potentially more volatile than a fund with a diversified portfolio.The Fund may invest in small and/or mid-sized companies, which may have lower liquidity and their prices are more volatile to adverse economic developments.The Manager has delegated the investment discretion in respect of the Fund to the Sub Investment Manager. Any disruption in the communication with or assistance from the Sub-Investment Manager or a loss of service of the Sub-Investment Manager or any of its key personnel may adversely affect the operations of the Fund.The trading price of the Fund’s unit on the SEHK is driven by secondary market trading factors, which may lead to a substantial premium or discount to the Fund’s net asset value.The Fund’s synthetic replication strategy may invest up to 50% of its net asset value in financial derivative instruments (“FDIs”), which may expose the Fund to counterparty/credit risk, liquidity risk, valuation risk, volatility risk and over-the-counter transaction risk. The Fund may suffer losses from its usage of FDIs.The Manager may at its discretion pay dividends out of the capital of the Fund. Distributions paid out of capital, represent a return of an investor’s original investment or its gains and may potentially reduce the Fund’s Net Asset Value per Share as well as the capital available for future investment.

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This document is for Hong Kong investors only. This document is provided for information and illustrative purposes and is intended for your use only. It is not a solicitation, offer or recommendation to buy or sell any security or other financial instrument. The information contained in this document has been provided as a general market commentary only and does not constitute any form of regulated financial advice, legal, tax or other regulated services.

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