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Dolby Laboratories Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results
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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
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Trimble Links SketchUp with Anthropic’s Claude, Bringing New Conversational AI-powered Capabilities to 3D Modeling
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Trusted, intuitive AI enhances design workflows, making it easier to move from creative concepts to 3D models
WESTMINSTER, Colo., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Trimble (Nasdaq: TRMB) today announced a specialized integration with Claude, the large language model and AI assistant from Anthropic, that makes it easier for Trimble® SketchUp® software users to create 3D models directly from conversational text or speech prompts.
The powerful new capabilities are enabled by a SketchUp Connector model context protocol (MCP) service that allows Claude to interact directly with SketchUp (.skp) files. The connectivity enhances existing design workflows and expands access to 3D modeling for people at any skill level.
Trimble SketchUp is a professional-grade 3D modeling software used widely in architecture, design, construction and other fields. This is the first Connector created by Trimble that connects the SketchUp design environment with other tools via the MCP framework.
Conversational 3D modeling
The SketchUp Connector integration with Claude lets users create 3D geometry, such as building massing models, landscapes or furniture by simply describing what they want. Plain-language inputs alongside reference images, sketches, photos, floor plans and dimensions that users upload can give Claude the context needed to understand the design goal. Claude builds the geometry in a cloud SketchUp session, verifying dimensions iteratively.
“The learning curve and time it takes for professionals to transfer a vision to a digital model has traditionally been the biggest barrier to 3D modeling,” said Chris Cronin, vice president and general manager of architecture and design solutions at Trimble. “Natural language prompts and the power of AI make it easy for anyone to get started and excel, including inexperienced and non-traditional 3D design users, bringing us closer to our ‘3D for everyone’ goal.”
The specialized Claude integration for SketchUp is consistent with Trimble-wide initiatives to democratize advanced technology and make them available and accessible to a wider range of users, according to Cronin.
Additional 3D modeling advantages
In addition to allowing natural language prompts, the SketchUp Claude Connector tracks version history within a single chat, enabling users to rapidly navigate, troubleshoot and refine their 3D models. If a design is not quite accurate, users can describe necessary changes or paste screenshots from SketchUp directly into the chat to point out specific angles, proportions or elements that need adjustment.
When a model is completed, the Connector creates a 2D preview thumbnail and provides a direct download link to the .skp file. Users can instantly download, open and edit the file in any SketchUp modeler.
Users can also design and train Claude on core skills and unique workflows to complete repetitive tasks more quickly and efficiently.
Availability
Users can get started today by enabling Trimble SketchUp in Claude’s MCP directory connector settings. Accessing the Connector requires a Claude account and a Trimble ID for authentication. Users receive a free SketchUp entitlement that allows them to save up to 30 SketchUp models; after that, a paid entitlement is required. Resulting files can be opened in SketchUp for Web, Desktop, iPad or iPhone.
About Trimble
Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital worlds, transforming the ways work gets done. With relentless innovation in precise positioning, modeling and data analytics, Trimble enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation. Whether it’s helping customers build and maintain infrastructure, design and construct buildings, optimize global supply chains or map the world, Trimble is at the forefront, driving productivity and progress. For more information about Trimble (Nasdaq: TRMB), visit: www.trimble.com.
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Topaz Labs announces its largest single release of AI models in company history with “Next-Gen” launch
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DALLAS, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Topaz Labs, the AI image and video enhancement company, has announced four new image enhancement models and two video enhancement models across five applications. The collection of “Next-Gen” models offer powerful sharpening, denoising, and upscaling results to visual content. Image models included are Wonder 3, Denoise Max, Super Focus 3, and High Fidelity 3. For video, Starlight Precise 2.5 and Astra 2 were announced.
“This is both the largest and most technically advanced set of models we’ve released in the company’s history,” says Eric Yang, CEO, Topaz Labs. “We launched Topaz NeuroStream earlier this year with the goal of enabling local rendering of complex models for more users. Without such technology, the complex, heavyweight AI models in today’s release would have been limited to cloud-only rendering, forcing users to pay per use and be reliant on internet connection. We believe local use is crucial to the future of AI in both professional and consumer use cases, and today’s release is a huge step.”
Topaz NeuroStream is proprietary technology that reduces VRAM usage by up to 95% and allows exponentially more users on consumer-grade hardware to use AI models locally. A total of six Topaz models are now powered by NeuroStream.
Next-Gen Release Image Models
Wonder 3: A magical, one-click sharpen, upscale, and denoise model for images.
Denoise Max: New standard for removing noise and grain in images.
Super Focus 3: Next-level sharpening model that brings subjects back from the blur.
High Fidelity 3: The newest model for upscaling high-res inputs like smartphone photos and RAW images.
All image models in this release are available in Topaz Photo desktop application and via API. Wonder 3 and Denoise Max are also available in Express, a web-based tool.
Next-Gen Release Video Models
Starlight Precise 2.5 (Local): Groundbreaking video model that brings out natural visual details with stunning results, with local availability in Topaz Video
Astra 2: The next generation of creative video upscaling that enhances clarity, richness, and visual complexity of videos by adding new detail.
Both highlighted video models are available via cloud rendering in Astra and API. Starlight Precise 2.5 (Local) can be found in the Topaz Video desktop application.
About Topaz Labs
Founded in 2005, Topaz Labs is a leader in AI-powered image and video enhancement. Its technology is used by 1.5 million customers, including 20 of the world’s top 50 companies. Known for industry-leading products like Topaz Photo, Topaz Video, Topaz Gigapixel, Astra and Bloom, the company continues to invest heavily in research and development, advancing the frontiers of imaging technology in collaboration with academic and industry partners.
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Dreame Technology Launches the L60 Series, Led by the Flagship L60 Pro Ultra
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dreame Technology, a leader in smart home innovation, today announced the L60 Series, a new lineup of four robot vacuums engineered for the full range of modern home environments. Built on a shared foundation of premium cleaning performance, intelligent navigation, and hands-free automation, the L60 Series is designed to meet the needs of every kind of household, from compact apartments to multi-story homes, and from single-surface layouts to complex mixed-flooring environments.
“The L60 Series represents exactly what Dreame stands for: powerful, intelligent cleaning that adapts to how people actually live,” said Ana Wang, CEO of Dreame Technology North America. “Whether you have a multi-story home, pets, mixed flooring, or low furniture, there’s an L60 built for your needs. Every model in the lineup delivers the core cleaning experience our customers expect from Dreame.”
Meet the L60 Series
The L60 Series is built around four distinct models, each tailored to a different home profile and cleaning priority:
L60 Pro Ultra — The Ultimate All-in-One. The flagship vacuum is purpose-built for large floor plans, multi-surface transitions, and complex terrain. Features the 3.46-inch ProLeap™ System, 35,000Pa Vormax™ Suction, Dual Omni-Scrub Mopping with Hot Water, and an industry-leading 6,400mAh PowerCore™ Battery.L60 Ultra — Precision Whole-Home Coverage. A balanced high-performer built around Dreame’s latest 2026 sensor technology and a 3.23in (82mm) ultra-thin design for precise navigation in low-light spaces and flawless cleaning under low-profile furniture. Includes AI-Enhanced 3D ToF Vision, 35,000Pa Vormax™ Suction, HyperStream™ Detangling DuoBrush 2.0, SmartDirt™ Detection, Pet-Friendly Care 5.0, and Matter, Apple Watch, and Home Screen Shortcut support.L60 Ultra PE (Performance Edition) — The Intelligent Step-Up. An upgraded everyday performer for homes that need an extra boost on hair pickup, with 30,000Pa Vormax™ Suction, the HyperStream™ Detangling DuoBrush, 3DAdapt™ Obstacle Avoidance, and Smart Pathfinder Technology with 220 object type recognition.L60 Ultra FE (Fine Edition) — The Essential Automated Choice. An entry-level powerhouse delivering the core promise of maintenance-free floor care, with 30,000Pa Vormax™ Suction, TriCut Brush 3.0, Dual Flex Arm Technology, and the full PowerDock™ automation experience.
A Shared Foundation of Premium Performance
Every model in the L60 Series shares a core set of capabilities that set a new baseline for modern robot vacuums, including:
212°F (100°C) ThermoHub™ Mop Self-Cleaning for hygienically clean mop pads after every cycle30,000–35,000Pa Vormax™ Suction across the lineup for powerful pickup on every surfaceDual Flex Arm Technology for adaptive side-brush and mop coverage in corners and along edgesMop Lifting for seamless transitions between hard floors and carpetAutomatic Solution Dispensing for consistent cleaning chemistry without manual refillsThe 8-in-1 PowerDock™ base station, which handles auto-empty, mop washing, hot-air drying, and solution management for truly hands-free operation
L60 Pro Ultra: The Flagship Experience, Redefined for Complex Homes
Leading the lineup is the L60 Pro Ultra, featuring select top-tier specifications optimized for large-scale layouts and complex terrains. It pairs the series’ most capable hardware with Dreame’s most advanced intelligence to deliver a seamless, one-stop cleaning experience that effortlessly tackles stubborn stains across expansive and complex home layouts.
At the heart of the Pro Ultra’s navigation advantage is the 3.46-inch ProLeap™ System, the lineup’s most capable obstacle-crossing system, paired with VersaLift Navigation for cleaning under low-clearance furniture. It is equipped with dual-laser 3D structured light, an AI RGB camera, and LED illumination, enabling it to recognize over 280 types of obstacles — for precise, real-time avoidance in any lighting condition.
The Pro Ultra delivers 35,000Pa Vormax™ Suction alongside the HyperStream™ Detangling DuoBrush, together extracting embedded debris, pet hair, and fine particles from every floor type without tangles or jams. Its Dual Omni-Scrub Mopping with Hot Water system pairs rotating mop pads with a Thermal Mop Pad and ThermoHub™ 212°F (100°C) Mop Self-Cleaning, while the AceClean™ DryBoard minimizes residue — eliminating grease, bacteria, and moisture that cold-water systems simply can’t address. An industry-leading 6,400mAh PowerCore™ Battery provides whole-home coverage on a single charge.
The Pro Ultra’s OmniDirt™ Detection Technology identifies high-soil areas and automatically triggers Mop Rewashing and Floor Remopping for a truly thorough result. Pet-Friendly Care 4.0 adds pet-aware detection and navigation, while Upgraded Intelligent Carpet Cleaning optimizes suction and mop behavior for mixed-flooring homes. Direct Voice Control and app control round out the experience for effortless day-to-day use.
Pricing and Availability
The Dreame L60 Series is available now through the Dreame website and Amazon (L60 Pro Ultra, L60 Ultra, L60 Ultra PE, L60 Ultra FE), with launch-offer pricing through the official website. Customers who purchase on dreametech.com receive a free accessory kit with their order.
L60 Pro Ultra — MSRP $1,399.99 | Launch Offer $1,259.99L60 Ultra — MSRP $1,299.99 | Launch Offer $1,169.99L60 Ultra PE — MSRP $1,099.99 | Launch Offer $879.99L60 Ultra FE — MSRP $999.99 | Launch Offer $749.99
For more information about the L60 Series, visit dreametech.com/pages/l60-series-robot-vacuum.
About Dreame Technology
Established in 2017, Dreame Technology is an innovative consumer product company focused on smart home cleaning appliances with the vision to empower lives through technology. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. For more information, please visit https://www.dreametech.com/.
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