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Produced 1,805 vehicles in Q3; on track for annual production of approximately 9,000 vehiclesDelivered 2,781 vehicles in Q3; up 90.9% compared to Q3 2023Q3 revenue of $200.0 millionGAAP net loss per share of $(0.41); non-GAAP net loss per share of $(0.28)Ended the quarter with approximately $5.16 billion in total liquiditySubsequent to the third quarter, completed a capital raise of approximately $1.75 billion in October 2024

NEWARK, Calif., Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), maker of the world’s most advanced electric vehicles, today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2024. The earnings presentation is available on its investor relations website (https://ir.lucidmotors.com).

Lucid reported Q3 revenue of $200.0 million on deliveries of 2,781 vehicles and expects to manufacture approximately 9,000 vehicles in 2024. Lucid ended the third quarter with approximately $5.16 billion in total liquidity.

“Our momentum continues with our third consecutive quarter of record deliveries,” said Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO at Lucid. “Additionally, today we are delighted to open the order book for the much-anticipated Lucid Gravity SUV, a landmark product, which remains on track for start of production this year. Furthermore, our recent capital raise of approximately $1.75 billion serves to further secure the future of the company by extending its financial runway well into 2026.”

“We continue to see improvements to gross margin performance as our cost reduction efforts are gaining momentum,” said Gagan Dhingra, Interim CFO and Principal Accounting Officer at Lucid. “With our recent capital raise, we are pleased to have the continued support once again from both the Public Investment Fund and other institutional investors.”

Lucid will host a conference call for analysts and investors at 2:30 P.M. PT / 5:30 P.M. ET on November 7, 2024. The live webcast of the conference call will be available on the Investor Relations website at ir.lucidmotors.com. Following the completion of the call, a replay will be available on the same website. Lucid uses its ir.lucidmotors.com website as a means of disclosing material non-public information and for complying with its disclosure obligations under Regulation FD.

About Lucid Group

Lucid (NASDAQ: LCID) is a Silicon Valley-based technology company focused on creating the most advanced EVs in the world. The flagship vehicle, Lucid Air, delivers best-in-class performance and efficiency starting at $69,900*. Lucid is preparing its state-of-the-art, vertically integrated factory in Arizona to begin production of the Lucid Gravity SUV. The company’s goal is to accelerate humanity’s transition to sustainable transportation and energy.

*Excludes tax, title, license, options, destination, and documentation fees. For U.S. market only.

Investor Relations Contact

investor@lucidmotors.com

Media Contact 

media@lucidmotors.com

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Forward Looking Statements

This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as “estimate,” “plan,” “project,” “forecast,” “intend,” “will,” “shall,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “seek,” “target,” “continue,” “could,” “may,” “might,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict” or other similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding financial and operating outlook and guidance, future gross margin, capital expenditures and other operating expenses, ability to control costs, expectations on cost optimization results, plans and expectations related to commercial product launches, including the Lucid Gravity SUV and Midsize program, plans and expectations on vehicle production and delivery timing and volumes, expectations regarding market opportunities and demand for Lucid’s products, the range and performance of Lucid’s vehicles, plans and expectations regarding the Lucid Gravity SUV, including performance, driving range, features, specifications and potential impact on markets, plans and expectations regarding Lucid’s software, plans and expectations regarding Lucid’s systems approach to the design of the vehicles, estimate of Lucid’s technology lead over competitors, estimate of the length of time Lucid’s existing cash, cash equivalents and investments will be sufficient to fund planned operations, plans and expectations regarding Lucid’s liquidity runway, future capital raises and funding strategy, plans and expectations regarding future manufacturing capabilities and facilities, studio and service center openings, test drive vehicle numbers, ability to mitigate supply chain and logistics risks, plans and expectations regarding Lucid’s AMP-1 and AMP-2 manufacturing facilities, including potential benefits, ability to vertically integrate production processes, future sales channels and strategies, future market launches and international expansion, plans and expectations regarding the purchase agreement with the government of Saudi Arabia, including the total number of vehicles that may be purchased under the agreement and the timing of vehicle deliveries, Lucid’s ability to grow its brand awareness, the potential success of Lucid’s direct-to-consumer sales strategy and future vehicle programs, potential automotive partnerships, expectations on the technology licensing landscape, expectations on the regulatory environment, and the promise of Lucid’s technology. These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this communication, and on the current expectations of Lucid’s management. These forward-looking statements are not intended to serve as, and must not be relied on by any investor as, a guarantee, an assurance, or a definitive statement of fact or probability. Actual events and circumstances are difficult or impossible to predict and may differ from these forward-looking statements. Many actual events and circumstances are beyond the control of Lucid. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including changes in domestic and foreign business, market, financial, political and legal conditions, including government closures of banks and liquidity concerns at other financial institutions, a potential global economic recession or other downturn and global conflicts or other geopolitical events; risks related to changes in overall demand for Lucid’s products and services and cancellation of orders for Lucid’s vehicles; risks related to prices and availability of commodities, Lucid’s supply chain, logistics, inventory management and quality control, and Lucid’s ability to complete the tooling of its manufacturing facilities over time and scale production of the Lucid Air and other vehicles; risks related to the uncertainty of Lucid’s projected financial information; risks related to the timing of expected business milestones and commercial product launches; risks related to the expansion of Lucid’s manufacturing facility, the construction of new manufacturing facilities and the increase of Lucid’s production capacity; Lucid’s ability to manage expenses and control costs; risks related to future market adoption of Lucid’s offerings; the effects of competition and the pace and depth of electric vehicle adoption generally on Lucid’s future business; changes in regulatory requirements, governmental incentives and fuel and energy prices; Lucid’s ability to rapidly innovate; Lucid’s ability to enter into or maintain partnerships with original equipment manufacturers, vendors and technology providers; Lucid’s ability to effectively manage its growth and recruit and retain key employees, including its chief executive officer and executive team; risks related to Lucid’s 2024 reduction in force; risks related to potential vehicle recalls and buybacks; Lucid’s ability to establish and expand its brand, and capture additional market share, and the risks associated with negative press or reputational harm; Lucid’s ability to effectively utilize or obtain certain credits and other incentives; Lucid’s ability to conduct equity, equity-linked or debt financings in the future; Lucid’s ability to pay interest and principal on its indebtedness; future changes to vehicle specifications which may impact performance, pricing and other expectations; the outcome of any potential litigation, government and regulatory proceedings, investigations and inquiries; and those factors discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in Part II, Item 1A of Lucid’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, as well as in other documents Lucid has filed or will file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. If any of these risks materialize or Lucid’s assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements. There may be additional risks that Lucid currently does not know or that Lucid currently believes are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. In addition, forward-looking statements reflect Lucid’s expectations, plans or forecasts of future events and views as of the date of this communication. Lucid anticipates that subsequent events and developments will cause Lucid’s assessments to change. However, while Lucid may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, Lucid specifically disclaims any obligation to do so. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing Lucid’s assessments as of any date subsequent to the date of this communication. Accordingly, undue reliance should not be placed upon the forward-looking statements.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Key Business Metrics

Condensed consolidated financial information has been presented in accordance with US GAAP (“GAAP”) as well as on a non-GAAP basis to supplement our condensed consolidated financial results. Lucid’s non-GAAP financial measures include Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Net Loss Attributable to Common Stockholders, Adjusted Net Loss Per Share Attributable to Common Stockholders, and Free Cash Flow, which are discussed below.

Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net loss attributable to common stockholders before (1) interest expense, (2) interest income, (3) provision for income taxes, (4) depreciation and amortization, (5) stock-based compensation, (6) restructuring charges, (7) change in fair value of common stock warrant liability, (8) change in fair value of equity securities of a related party, (9) change in fair value of derivative liabilities associated with redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party), and (10) accretion of redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party). Lucid believes that Adjusted EBITDA provides useful information to Lucid’s management and investors about Lucid’s financial performance.

Adjusted Net Loss Attributable to Common Stockholders is defined as net loss attributable to common stockholders excluding (1) stock-based compensation, (2) restructuring charges, (3) change in fair value of common stock warrant liability, (4) change in fair value of equity securities of a related party, (5) change in fair value of derivative liabilities associated with redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party), and (6) accretion of redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party).

Lucid defines and calculates Adjusted Net Loss Per Share Attributable to Common Stockholders as Adjusted Net Loss Attributable to Common Stockholders divided by weighted-average shares outstanding attributable to common stockholders.

Lucid believes that Adjusted Net Loss Attributable to Common Stockholders and Adjusted Net Loss Per Share Attributable to Common Stockholders financial measures provide investors with useful information to evaluate performance of its business excluding items not reflecting ongoing operating activities.

Free Cash Flow is defined as net cash used in operating activities less capital expenditures. Lucid believes that Free Cash Flow provides useful information to Lucid’s management and investors about the amount of cash generated by the business after necessary capital expenditures.

These non-GAAP financial measures facilitate management’s internal comparisons to Lucid’s historical performance. Management believes that it is useful to supplement its GAAP financial statements with this non-GAAP information because management uses such information internally for its operating, budgeting, and financial planning purposes. Management also believes that presentation of the non-GAAP financial measures provides useful information to Lucid’s investors regarding measures of our financial condition and results of operations that Lucid uses to run the business and therefore allows investors to better understand Lucid’s performance. However, these non-GAAP financial and key performance measures have limitations as analytical tools and you should not consider them in isolation or as substitutes for analysis of our results as reported under GAAP.

Non-GAAP information is not prepared under a comprehensive set of accounting rules and therefore, should only be read in conjunction with financial information reported under GAAP when understanding Lucid’s operating performance. In addition, other companies, including companies in Lucid’s industry, may calculate non-GAAP financial measures and key performance measures differently or may use other measures to evaluate their performance, all of which could reduce the usefulness of Lucid’s non-GAAP financial measures and key performance measures as tools for comparison. A reconciliation between GAAP and non-GAAP financial information is presented below.

 

LUCID GROUP, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(Unaudited)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

September 30,
2024

December 31,
2023

ASSETS

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$       1,893,638

$       1,369,947

Short-term investments (including $15,000 and nil associated with a related party as of September 30, 2024 and
     December 31, 2023, respectively)

1,578,283

2,489,798

Accounts receivable, net (including $70,846 and $35,526 from a related party as of September 30, 2024 and
     December 31, 2023, respectively)

98,243

51,822

Inventory

506,842

696,236

Prepaid expenses

62,210

69,682

Other current assets

107,795

79,670

Total current assets

4,247,011

4,757,155

Property, plant and equipment, net

3,222,098

2,810,867

Right-of-use assets

220,616

221,508

Long-term investments

555,521

461,029

Other noncurrent assets

198,277

180,626

Investments in equity securities of a related party

45,660

81,533

TOTAL ASSETS

$       8,489,183

$       8,512,718

LIABILITIES

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$          139,187

$          108,724

Accrued compensation

138,882

92,494

Finance lease liabilities, current portion

6,921

8,202

Other current liabilities (including $70,495 and $92,258 associated with related parties as of September 30,
     2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively)

861,074

798,990

Total current liabilities

1,146,064

1,008,410

Finance lease liabilities, net of current portion

75,027

77,653

Common stock warrant liability

32,819

53,664

Long-term debt

2,000,847

1,996,960

Other long-term liabilities (including $120,286 and $178,311 associated with related parties as of September 30,
     2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively)

558,525

524,339

Derivative liabilities associated with redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

932,025

—

Total liabilities

4,745,307

3,661,026

REDEEMABLE CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK

Preferred stock 10,000,000 shares authorized as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Series A
     redeemable convertible preferred stock, par value $0.0001; 100,000 and 0 shares issued and outstanding as of
     September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively (related party)

591,897

—

Preferred stock 10,000,000 shares authorized as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, Series B
     redeemable convertible preferred stock, par value $0.0001; 75,000 and 0 shares issued and outstanding as of
     September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively (related party)

468,259

—

Total redeemable convertible preferred stock

1,060,156

—

STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Common stock, par value $0.0001; 15,000,000,000 shares authorized as of September 30, 2024 and
     December 31, 2023; 2,338,376,367 and 2,300,111,489 shares issued and 2,337,518,542 and 2,299,253,664
     shares outstanding as of September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively

234

230

Additional paid-in capital

15,206,764

15,066,080

Treasury stock, at cost, 857,825 shares at September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023

(20,716)

(20,716)

Accumulated other comprehensive income

12,914

4,850

Accumulated deficit

(12,515,476)

(10,198,752)

Total stockholders’ equity

2,683,720

4,851,692

TOTAL LIABILITIES, REDEEMABLE CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK AND
     STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

$       8,489,183

$       8,512,718

 

LUCID GROUP, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS

(Unaudited)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

Three Months Ended

September 30,

Nine Months Ended
September 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Revenue (including $45,588 and $4,980 from a related party for the three
     months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, and $133,424 and $4,980 for
      the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively)

$          200,038

$          137,814

$          573,359

$          438,120

Costs and expenses

Cost of revenue

412,544

469,722

1,287,695

1,526,051

Research and development

324,371

230,758

896,168

694,035

Selling, general and administrative

233,585

189,691

657,062

556,209

Restructuring charges

76

518

20,304

24,546

Total cost and expenses

970,576

890,689

2,861,229

2,800,841

Loss from operations

(770,538)

(752,875)

(2,287,870)

(2,362,721)

Other income (expense), net

Change in fair value of common stock warrant liability

(13,748)

60,316

20,845

61,647

Change in fair value of equity securities of a related party

(8,836)

—

(38,159)

—

Change in fair value of derivative liabilities associated with redeemable
convertible preferred stock (related party)

(240,250)

—

(137,250)

—

Interest income

50,017

66,064

155,201

145,594

Interest expense

(8,478)

(3,340)

(22,652)

(17,138)

Other expense, net

(155)

(763)

(6,229)

(1,024)

Total other income (expense), net

(221,450)

122,277

(28,244)

189,079

Loss before provision for income taxes

(991,988)

(630,598)

(2,316,114)

(2,173,642)

Provision for income taxes

487

296

610

1,012

Net loss

(992,475)

(630,894)

(2,316,724)

(2,174,654)

Accretion of redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

42,838

—

(107,924)

—

Net loss attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted

$        (949,637)

$        (630,894)

$     (2,424,648)

$     (2,174,654)

Weighted-average shares outstanding attributable to common stockholders,
basic and diluted

2,323,971,541

2,284,446,783

2,312,249,333

2,010,916,100

Net loss per share attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted

$               (0.41)

$               (0.28)

$               (1.05)

$               (1.08)

Other comprehensive income (loss)

Net unrealized gains on investments, net of tax

$            11,891

$              1,554

$              7,672

$              2,590

Foreign currency translation adjustments

5,182

(1,967)

392

(1,381)

Total other comprehensive income (loss)

17,073

(413)

8,064

1,209

Comprehensive loss

(975,402)

(631,307)

(2,308,660)

(2,173,445)

Accretion of redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

42,838

—

(107,924)

—

Comprehensive loss attributable to common stockholders

$        (932,564)

$        (631,307)

$     (2,416,584)

$     (2,173,445)

 

LUCID GROUP, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(Unaudited)

(in thousands)

Three Months Ended

September 30,

Nine Months Ended

September 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Cash flows from operating activities:

Net loss

$        (992,475)

$        (630,894)

$     (2,316,724)

$    (2,174,654)

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:

Depreciation and amortization

69,473

60,832

204,494

166,033

Amortization of insurance premium

8,645

9,114

25,959

30,242

Non-cash operating lease cost

7,861

6,593

22,997

18,871

Stock-based compensation

88,094

68,237

208,803

193,432

Inventory and firm purchase commitments write-downs

138,557

230,816

416,098

734,495

Change in fair value of common stock warrant liability

13,748

(60,316)

(20,845)

(61,647)

Change in fair value of equity securities of a related party

8,836

—

38,159

—

Change in fair value of derivative liabilities associated with redeemable
convertible preferred stock (related party)

240,250

—

137,250

—

Net accretion of investment discounts/premiums

(15,272)

(35,766)

(59,580)

(74,928)

Other non-cash items

(178)

16,480

4,766

27,938

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

Accounts receivable (including $6,962 and $(5,533) from a related party for
the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, and $(35,320) and
$(5,533) for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively)

3,011

(2,800)

(46,601)

(3,778)

Inventory

(137,982)

(127,971)

(221,392)

(575,933)

Prepaid expenses

782

(12,027)

(18,487)

(43,062)

Other current assets

(5,171)

(4,808)

(27,481)

13,680

Other noncurrent assets

8,497

(4,032)

(14,895)

(113,790)

Accounts payable

39,383

(18,811)

42,564

(114,810)

Accrued compensation

1,508

(7,460)

46,388

(1,781)

Other current liabilities

30,063

(6,413)

(9,297)

(61,505)

Other long-term liabilities

29,575

5,644

101,297

25,993

Net cash used in operating activities

(462,795)

(513,582)

(1,486,527)

(2,015,204)

Cash flows from investing activities:

Purchases of property, plant and equipment (including $(22,611) and
$(25,959) from a related party for the three months ended September 30,
2024 and 2023, and $(56,679) and $(66,877) for the nine months ended
September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively)

(159,694)

(192,517)

(592,206)

(638,002)

Purchases of investments (including $(15,000) and nil from a related party
for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, and $(15,000) and
nil for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively)

(520,093)

(1,438,001)

(2,374,220)

(3,585,254)

Proceeds from maturities of investments

963,506

498,081

3,251,400

2,480,570

Proceeds from sale of investments

—

—

5,000

148,388

Other investing activities

—

—

—

(4,827)

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

$          283,719

$     (1,132,437)

$          289,974

$    (1,599,125)

LUCID GROUP, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS – CONTINUED

(Unaudited)

(in thousands)

Three Months Ended

September 30,

Nine Months Ended

September 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Cash flows from financing activities:

Proceeds from issuance of common stock under Underwriting Agreement,
net of issuance costs

$                    —

$                    —

$                    —

$      1,184,224

Proceeds from issuance of common stock under 2023 Subscription
Agreement to a related party, net of issuance costs

—

—

—

1,812,641

Proceeds from issuance of Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock
to a related party

—

—

1,000,000

—

Proceeds from issuance of Series B redeemable convertible preferred stock
to a related party

750,000

—

750,000

—

Payments of issuance costs for Series A redeemable convertible preferred
stock

—

—

(2,343)

—

Payments of issuance costs for Series B redeemable convertible preferred
stock

(250)

—

(250)

—

Payment for credit facility issuance costs (including $(5,625) and nil to a
related party for the three months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023, and
$(5,625) and nil for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 and 2023,
respectively)

(6,058)

—

(6,058)

—

Payment for finance lease liabilities

(703)

(1,455)

(2,632)

(4,534)

Proceeds from borrowings from a related party

—

38,654

—

42,920

Repayment of borrowings from a related party

(21,590)

—

(25,856)

—

Proceeds from exercise of stock options

935

2,214

3,246

7,321

Proceeds from employee stock purchase plan

—

—

11,104

15,089

Tax withholding payments for net settlement of employee awards

(3,190)

(4,327)

(8,502)

(14,705)

Net cash provided by financing activities

719,144

35,086

1,718,709

3,042,956

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

540,068

(1,610,933)

522,156

(571,373)

Beginning cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

1,353,595

2,776,880

1,371,507

1,737,320

Ending cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

$       1,893,663

$       1,165,947

$       1,893,663

$      1,165,947

 

LUCID GROUP, INC.

RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

(Unaudited)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

Adjusted EBITDA

Three Months Ended

September 30,

Nine Months Ended

September 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net loss attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted (GAAP)

$        (949,637)

$        (630,894)

$     (2,424,648)

$     (2,174,654)

Interest expense

8,478

3,340

22,652

17,138

Interest income

(50,017)

(66,064)

(155,201)

(145,594)

Provision for income taxes

487

296

610

1,012

Depreciation and amortization

69,473

60,832

204,494

166,033

Stock-based compensation

88,094

68,237

210,283

194,875

Restructuring charges

76

518

20,304

24,546

Change in fair value of common stock warrant liability

13,748

(60,316)

(20,845)

(61,647)

Change in fair value of equity securities of a related party

8,836

—

38,159

—

Change in fair value of derivative liabilities associated with redeemable
convertible preferred stock (related party)

240,250

—

137,250

—

Accretion of redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

(42,838)

—

107,924

—

Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)

$        (613,050)

$        (624,051)

$     (1,859,018)

$     (1,978,291)

 

Adjusted Net Loss Attributable to Common Stockholders

Three Months Ended

September 30,

Nine Months Ended

September 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net loss attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted (GAAP)

$        (949,637)

$        (630,894)

$     (2,424,648)

$     (2,174,654)

Stock-based compensation

88,094

68,237

210,283

194,875

Restructuring charges

76

518

20,304

24,546

Change in fair value of common stock warrant liability

13,748

(60,316)

(20,845)

(61,647)

Change in fair value of equity securities of a related party

8,836

—

38,159

—

Change in fair value of derivative liabilities associated with redeemable
convertible preferred stock (related party)

240,250

—

137,250

—

Accretion of redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

(42,838)

—

107,924

—

Adjusted net loss attributable to common stockholders, basic and diluted
(non-GAAP)

$        (641,471)

$        (622,455)

$     (1,931,573)

$     (2,016,880)

 

Adjusted Net Loss Per Share Attributable to Common Stockholders

Three Months Ended

September 30,

Nine Months Ended

September 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net loss per share attributable to common stockholders, basic and
diluted (GAAP)

$               (0.41)

$               (0.28)

$               (1.05)

$               (1.08)

Stock-based compensation

0.04

0.03

0.09

0.10

Restructuring charges

—

0.01

0.01

0.01

Change in fair value of common stock warrant liability

0.01

(0.03)

(0.01)

(0.03)

Change in fair value of equity securities of a related party

—

—

0.01

—

Change in fair value of derivative liabilities associated with redeemable
convertible preferred stock (related party)

0.10

—

0.06

—

Accretion of redeemable convertible preferred stock (related party)

(0.02)

—

0.05

—

Adjusted net loss per share attributable to common stockholders, basic
and diluted (non-GAAP)

$               (0.28)

$               (0.27)

$               (0.84)

$               (1.00)

Weighted-average shares outstanding attributable to common
stockholders, basic and diluted

2,323,971,541

2,284,446,783

2,312,249,333

2,010,916,100

 

LUCID GROUP, INC. 

RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES – CONTINUED

(Unaudited)

(in thousands)

Free Cash Flow

Three Months Ended

September 30,

Nine Months Ended

September 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net cash used in operating activities (GAAP)

$        (462,795)

$        (513,582)

$     (1,486,527)

$     (2,015,204)

Capital expenditures

(159,694)

(192,517)

(592,206)

(638,002)

Free cash flow (non-GAAP)

$        (622,489)

$        (706,099)

$     (2,078,733)

$     (2,653,206)

 

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In HelloNation, Real Estate Expert Lee Malcom Explains Why Local Knowledge Matters When Buying Older Homes

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The article outlines key inspection priorities and explains how local expertise helps buyers evaluate older properties.

MONROE, Ga., Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — What should buyers look for when purchasing an older home?

HelloNation published an article that answers this question, drawing on insights from Lee Malcom, real estate expert at Malcom & Malcom Realty Professionals LLC in Monroe, Georgia.

The article examines the unique opportunities and responsibilities of buying older homes. While many buyers are drawn to historic details, mature landscaping, and established neighborhoods, the article explains that age can also bring maintenance concerns that deserve careful evaluation before a purchase.

According to a HelloNation article, one of the most important areas to assess during an older-home inspection is the roof. Roofing systems naturally deteriorate over time, and replacement costs can be substantial. The article notes that understanding the roof’s age, condition, and maintenance history can help buyers anticipate future expenses and avoid unexpected repairs. Professional evaluations can also reveal leaks, damaged materials, and ventilation issues that may not show up during a casual walkthrough.

The article also highlights the importance of reviewing plumbing systems. Many older homes contain materials and components installed decades ago that may no longer meet modern standards. Corrosion, leaks, and reduced water pressure can create challenges for homeowners. The article explains that evaluating plumbing systems before purchase allows buyers to better understand potential upgrade or repair needs.

Electrical systems represent another key area of focus. The article explains that older wiring, electrical panels, and outlets may have been designed for households with much lower power demands than today. Modern families often rely on many electronic devices and appliances, so it’s important to determine whether existing electrical systems can safely support current usage.

The article also discusses foundation concerns as part of a comprehensive evaluation process. The article explains that while minor cracks may be common in some homes, larger issues can signal structural problems. Uneven floors, sticking doors, and visible foundation movement may warrant additional professional assessment before buyers decide to purchase.

The HelloNation article emphasizes that a detailed inspection of an older home can uncover concerns early and provide valuable information about future maintenance responsibilities. Understanding the condition of major systems allows buyers to make more informed decisions and prepare for potential ownership costs.

Beyond physical inspections, the article explains why local real estate knowledge matters when buying an older property. Experienced professionals often understand neighborhood histories, regional building practices, and long-term housing trends that may not appear in standard property disclosures. This knowledge helps buyers better evaluate the risks and opportunities associated with older homes.

For those exploring Walton County real estate, local expertise can provide important context regarding construction methods, neighborhood development patterns, and common maintenance issues found throughout the area. The article notes that this understanding helps buyers approach purchasing decisions with greater confidence and a clearer understanding of long-term ownership expectations.

The article also discusses the value of working with professionals who maintain strong local networks. Access to trusted inspectors, roofing specialists, contractors, and foundation experts can help buyers obtain reliable assessments and accurate information before finalizing a transaction.

Why Local Knowledge Matters When Buying Older Homes features insights from Lee Malcom, real estate expert in Monroe, Georgia, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation

HelloNation is America’s Good News Network, a premier media platform built on the idea that good news travels faster when real people tell real stories. Through its community-focused publications and innovative “edvertising” approach, HelloNation delivers content that informs, inspires, and spotlights the leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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EZRA, the coaching arm of the Adecco Group, launches Loop – the first connected human and AI coaching experience

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The first connected coaching experience pairs a dedicated ICF-accredited coach and Cai, an AI development partner that remembers conversations, priorities and organizational context to enable manager performance enhancement

ZURICH, Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — EZRA, the enterprise coaching arm of the Adecco Group (SIX: ADEN), today launched EZRA Loop, a first-of-its-kind fully connected coaching experience that combines human expertise with AI to help managers build the skills needed to lead in the age of AI.

As AI becomes part of everyday work, hybrid workforce orchestration is about redesigning work so people and AI agents each contribute where they create the most value and impact.

In this new environment, managers are under increasing pressure to lead change, navigate complexity and develop their teams. Yet coaching remains out of reach for most employees. EZRA Loop democratizes coaching: businesses can now provide managers with an always-on AI development partner that knows exactly when to loop in a dedicated, accredited human coach.

Denis Machuel, CEO of the Adecco Group: “As AI changes how work gets done, organizations need to bring their people along with them. Loop shows how human expertise and AI support can work together to make coaching more accessible, in the flow of work. This is an excellent example of how to leverage technology, while retaining a human touch, judgement and trust that only people can provide. In the hybrid – human-AI – workplace, it is essential to intentionally design how people and technology interact.”

Research shows that teams led by coached managers resolved customer problems 18% faster. Drawing on insights from more than a million coaching sessions with 200,000 people across its customers including companies like Microsoft, Spotify, Mastercard, HSBC, Eli Lilly and KPMG, EZRA found that AI and human coaching each excel in different areas. It noticed that AI support outperformed human coaches on task skills such as prioritization and goal setting, while human coaching outperformed on interpersonal skills like emotional intelligence and executive presence. Together, humans and AI, outperform either alone, driving a 37% increased chance of behavioral changes. 

This combination reflects a broader shift across organizations where the greatest value is increasingly created not by humans or AI working independently, but by orchestrating the interaction between people and technology.

To access the full text of the press release, click here: https://www.adeccogroup.com/our-group/media/press-releases/ezra-launch-loop-human-ai-coahing

About The Adecco Group

The Adecco Group is the world’s leading talent and technology expertise company. Our purpose is making the future work for everyone. Through our three global business units – Adecco, Akkodis and LHH – across 60 countries, we enable sustainable and lifelong employability for individuals, deliver digital engineering consulting to innovate and accelerate business transformation and empower organizations to optimize their workforces. The Adecco Group leads by example and is committed to fostering sustainable employability and supporting resilient economies and communities. The Adecco Group AG is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (ISIN: CH0012138605) and listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ADEN). https://www.adeccogroup.com/

About EZRA

EZRA is the connected coaching company that gives every manager a coach. Founded in 2019 as part of The Adecco Group, EZRA has delivered more than a million coaching sessions to over 200,000 people in 120 countries and 75 languages. EZRA combines behavioral science with 4,500 ICF-accredited human coaches and Cai, its AI development partner, to deliver coaching that drives behavior changes, leadership development and better performance. Companies like Microsoft, Spotify, Mastercard, HSBC, Eli Lilly, KPMG and ServiceNow rely on EZRA coaching. 

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EaseUS Software Releases Disk Health Insights Report 2026 H1 from 440K Disk Samples, Finding HDDs Show a 20x Higher Share of Caution/Bad Ratings Than SSDs

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NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — EaseUS Software released the Disk Health Insights Report 2026 H1 from 444,282 disk samples, highlighting differences in HDD and SSD health ratings, key warning indicators, and storage characteristics that may warrant closer monitoring.

According to this report, HDD samples were substantially more likely than SSD samples to receive a Caution or Bad health rating: 24.83% of sampled HDDs received one of these ratings, compared with 1.22% of sampled SSDs – a difference of approximately 20 times in the share of health warnings.

The findings highlight the importance of regular disk health checks and proactive data protection, particularly for users who continue to rely on hard disk drives.

How Did EaseUS Lab Conduct This Disk Health Report?

EaseUS Lab, in collaboration with the EaseUS Partition Master R&D and technical support teams, conducted this study and analyzed 444,828 HDD and SSD samples collected from February 1 through July 31, 2026.

The EaseUS Lab examined disk health ratings and S.M.A.R.T. diagnostic indicators, as well as drive capacity, power-on hours (POH), partition styles, and Windows system drive configurations. Rather than measuring actual failure rates or predicting the remaining lifespan of individual drives, the report identifies patterns in observed health ratings and characteristics associated with a higher share of warnings in the dataset.

Alongside the differences between HDDs and SSDs, the findings revealed several noteworthy patterns, including:

HDDs with capacities below 500 GB showed a 35.89% share of Caution/Bad ratings, while those with more than 5,000 power-on hours recorded a 28.10% share.MBR HDDs also showed a higher share of Caution/Bad ratings than GPT HDDs, at 34.14% versus 19.29%.The share of HDDs receiving Caution/Bad ratings was nearly identical when C: drive utilization reached 90% or higher.

These findings help Windows users identify key disk health warning signs, protect important data, and prepare for migration or replacement when needed.

The following key findings offer a more thorough look at the report’s most notable disk health patterns and the factors that may warrant closer attention.

Core Findings: Five Key Insights Into Windows Disk Health

According to the report, EaseUS Lab identified five key findings to help users better understand disk health and prioritize maintenance.

1. HDDs Show a Higher Share of Caution and Bad Health Ratings

Among sampled HDDs, 74.73% were rated Good, 23.04% Caution, and 1.78% Bad. By comparison, 98.26% of sampled SSDs were rated Good, while 0.21% were rated Caution and 1.01% Bad.

Overall, 24.83% of HDDs were rated Caution or Bad, compared with 1.22% of SSDs.

Although SSDs show a much lower risk of getting Caution/Bad ratings, it still matters to run regular SSD health checks and take timely action when significant warnings remain.

2. Reallocated Sectors and Read Errors Stand Out Among HDD Warning Indicators

The report identifies S.M.A.R.T. attribute 05, Reallocated Sectors Count, and attribute 01, Read Error Rate, as notable HDD warning indicators.

Reallocated Sectors Count was reported in 5.06% of HDD samples, while Read Error Rate was reported in 1.62%. Among the warning indicators recorded in HDDs rated Bad, these attributes accounted for 70.00% and 22.47%, respectively.

These findings highlight the importance of combining overall health rating with significant diagnostic indicators. When significant warnings appear, users should prioritize protecting important data and determine whether disk cloning, migration, or replacement is appropriate.

3. Smaller-Capacity, Longer-Running, and MBR HDDs Show Higher Shares of Health Warnings

The report found higher Caution/Bad shares in several HDD groups:

35.89% of HDDs with capacities below 500 GB were rated Caution or Bad.28.10% of HDDs with more than 5,000 power-on hours (POH) were rated Caution or Bad.34.14% of MBR HDDs were rated Caution or Bad, compared with 19.29% of GPT HDDs.

These patterns identify scenarios that may warrant closer monitoring. However, the findings do not indicate that smaller capacity, longer operating hours, or MBR partitioning style may directly cause disk health to decline. Users should consider these characteristics alongside diagnostic results, device configuration, and usage history when planning maintenance or migration.

4. Low C: Drive Space Does Not Necessarily Indicate Poor HDD Health

This study also examined the relationship between C: drive utilization and disk health, using 90% utilization as the threshold for high storage pressure.

Among HDDs, 29.04% of samples with C: drive utilization at or above 90% were rated Caution or Bad, compared with 29.32% of those below 90%. The similar result doesn’t show a direct relationship between C: drive utilization and poorer HDD health in this dataset.Among SSDs, the Caution/Bad share was 1.83% in the high-utilization group and 0.89% in the lower-utilization group. Although the high-utilization group showed a higher share of Caution/Bad ratings, the data do not show a causal relationship.

For Windows users, low disk space and disk health issues are distinct concerns and should be evaluated separately, even when both issues affect the same device.

5. HDDs Continue to Power a Meaningful Share of Windows Systems

Despite the growing adoption of SSDs, HDDs accounted for 17.79% of sampled Windows system drives. GPT accounted for 75.46% of system drives, while MBR remained in use on 24.54%.

These findings show effective disk health management requires more than mere disk diagnostics. Windows users with HDDs should also consider storage capacity, data protection, partition compatibility, and SSD migration operations.

Industry Implications: Disk Health Detection Is Shifting to Proactive Management

According to this report, disk health diagnostics are taking a broader role in Windows storage management.

A single health rating can indicate whether a further investigation is needed, but it can’t provide a complete picture of storage readiness or determine the remaining lifespan of a disk drive.

This report highlights three practical priorities for disk management providers, PC support teams, and individual users:

Don’t ignore and check for early warning signs. Review overall health status along with S.M.A.R.T. indicators, power-on hours, and other drive details rather than relying on a single indicator.Back up data in advance. When a drive receives a Caution or Bad rating, confirm the reported issue and back up important files before making further decisions.Prepare for disk drive upgrade. If a drive is aging or running out of space, check the new drive’s capacity, partition style, and BIOS/UEFI compatibility before migrating or replacing a system drive.

This approach helps users understand disk health warnings and take appropriate action without assuming every warning signals an immediate drive failure.

Actionable Suggestions to Protect HDD and SSD Health in Windows

Based on the report’s findings, EaseUS Lab recommends a practical approach to disk health management tailored to the condition of each drive.

Drives in Good Status: Continue normal use, back up data regularly, and check disk health periodically.Drives in Caution Status: Review warning indicators, back up important files, and monitor disk health.Drives in Bad Status: Back up data first and consider drive replacement or data recovery if needed.Using small or aging HDDs: Monitor disk health and consider upgrading to an SSD if appropriate.Disk with low C: drive space issue: Free up space or expand the partition; low space alone does not indicate disk failure.HDD-to-SSD migration: Check disk health, target capacity, and boot compatibility before migrating.

The report emphasizes a complete process to take as long as a user is using a disk drive on their devices: Check Disk Health → Protect Data → Prepare New Disk → Migrate or Replace Disk. The goal is not simply to label a drive as healthy or unhealthy, but to help users respond appropriately to the available evidence.

The full report, including detailed findings and practical recommendations, is available at: https://www.easeus.com/whitepapers/disk-health-insights-report-2026-h1.html

About EaseUS Software

Founded in 2004, EaseUS is a software provider specializing in data recovery, disk management, data backup, and multimedia solutions. Trusted by users in more than 160 countries and regions, EaseUS develops accessible software to help individuals and businesses manage, protect, and make the most of their digital data. For more information, visit https://www.easeus.com.

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