Bright Scholar Announces Unaudited Financial Results for the Third Quarter of Fiscal 2024

Rhea-AI Summary

Bright Scholar Education Holdings (NYSE: BEDU) reported its unaudited financial results for Q3 fiscal 2024. Key highlights include:

- Revenue of RMB554.0 million, up 6.2% quarter-over-quarter
- Gross profit increased 5.0% year-over-year to RMB202.7 million
- Gross margin improved to 36.6% from 32.9% in Q3 fiscal 2023
- Overseas Schools revenue grew 19.4% year-over-year to RMB264.9 million
- Net loss of RMB90.3 million, impacted by RMB133 million goodwill impairment
- Adjusted net income of RMB48.5 million, compared to a loss last year
- Cash and equivalents of RMB537.2 million as of May 31, 2024

The company saw strong performance in its Overseas Schools segment, offset by declines in Complementary Education Services and Domestic Kindergartens & K-12 Operation Services. Management highlighted improving utilization rates and enrollment growth in overseas schools.

Positive

• Revenue increased 6.2% quarter-over-quarter to RMB554.0 million
• Gross profit grew 5.0% year-over-year to RMB202.7 million
• Gross margin improved to 36.6% from 32.9% in Q3 fiscal 2023
• Overseas Schools revenue increased 19.4% year-over-year to RMB264.9 million
• Adjusted net income of RMB48.5 million, compared to a loss last year
• Student enrollment in Overseas Schools grew by 8% year-over-year
• Utilization rate of overseas schools increased to 62%
• Cash position strengthened to RMB537.2 million

Negative

• Net loss of RMB90.3 million, compared to RMB37.7 million loss last year
• Impairment loss on goodwill of RMB133 million
• Complementary Education Services revenue decreased 18.3% year-over-year
• Domestic Kindergartens & K-12 Operation Services revenue declined 23.9% year-over-year
• Total revenue decreased 5.5% year-over-year

Insights

Financial Analyst

Bright Scholar's Q3 FY2024 results present a mixed picture. While there are some positive indicators, there are also concerning trends that investors should note:

• Revenue growth: Overall revenue decreased by 5.5% year-over-year, but showed a 6.2% quarter-over-quarter increase. The Overseas Schools segment was the standout performer, with 19.4% YoY growth.
• Profitability: Gross profit increased by 5.0% YoY, with gross margin expanding to 36.6% from 32.9%. This improvement suggests better cost management.
• Net loss: The company reported a net loss of RMB90.3 million, significantly wider than the RMB37.7 million loss in the same quarter last year. However, this was largely due to a RMB133 million impairment loss on goodwill.
• Adjusted metrics: Adjusted net income was RMB48.5 million, a notable improvement from an adjusted net loss of RMB34.8 million in the prior year period.

The company's focus on its core Overseas Schools business appears to be paying off, with strong enrollment growth and improved facility utilization. However, the underperformance of other segments and the significant goodwill impairment raise questions about the overall health of the business.

Investors should closely monitor the company's ability to sustain growth in its core segment while addressing challenges in other areas. The divestment of non-core businesses could lead to improved focus and efficiency, but it may also impact overall revenue in the short term.

Education Industry Expert

Bright Scholar's Q3 results reflect the ongoing shifts in the global education landscape, particularly in China. Here are key insights for investors:

• International education demand: The strong performance of the Overseas Schools segment (19.4% YoY growth) indicates robust demand for international education options. This trend is likely driven by Chinese families seeking global educational opportunities for their children.
• Domestic challenges: The 23.9% YoY decline in the Domestic Kindergartens & K-12 Operation Services segment suggests ongoing regulatory pressures and market shifts in China's education sector.
• Adaptation strategy: Bright Scholar's divestment of non-core businesses (international contest training and career counseling) demonstrates a strategic pivot towards higher-growth, core operations. This could lead to improved operational efficiency and resource allocation.
• Enrollment trends: The 8% YoY growth in student enrollment for Overseas Schools, coupled with over 900 acceptances for the September intake, indicates strong market positioning in this segment.

The company's focus on enhancing teaching quality and student experience aligns with global trends in education. However, the challenges in complementary education services and domestic operations highlight the need for continued adaptation to regulatory and market changes.

Investors should watch for Bright Scholar's ability to leverage its brand and resources to further expand in high-return areas, particularly in international education. The company's strategic shifts could position it well for long-term growth, but may result in short-term volatility as it restructures its operations.

Gross Profit Increased 5.0% YoY and Revenue Increased 6.2% QoQ

Management to hold a conference call today at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time

FOSHAN, China, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited ("Bright Scholar," the "Company," "we" or "our") (NYSE: BEDU), a global premier education service company, today announced its unaudited financial results for its fiscal 2024 third quarter ended May 31, 2024.

THIRD QUARTER OF FISCAL 2024 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

• Revenue was RMB554.0 million, compared to RMB586.4 million for the same quarter last fiscal year, representing a quarter-over-quarter increase of 6.2%.
• Revenue from Overseas Schools was RMB264.9 million, representing an increase of 19.4% from the same quarter last fiscal year.
• Gross profit was RMB202.7 million, representing an increase of 5.0% from the same quarter last fiscal year. Gross margin increased to 36.6% from 32.9% for the same quarter last fiscal year.
• Net loss was RMB90.3 million, compared to RMB37.7 million for the same quarter last fiscal year, mainly attributable to an impairment loss on goodwill of RMB133 million. Adjusted net income^[1] was RMB48.5 million, compared to an adjusted net loss of RMB34.8 million for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Revenue by Segment

(RMB in millions except for percentage)					For the third quarter ended May 31,						YoY % Change			% of total revenue in F3Q2024
					2024			2023
Overseas Schools					264.9			221.8			19.4 %			47.8 %
Complementary Education Services[2]					169.5			207.5			-18.3 %			30.6 %
Domestic Kindergartens & K-12 Operation Services[3]					119.6			157.1			-23.9 %			21.6 %
Total					554.0			586.4			-5.5 %			100.0 %

 

[1].   Adjusted net income/(loss) is defined as net income/(loss) excluding share-based compensation expenses, amortization of intangible assets, tax effect of amortization of intangible assets and impairment loss on goodwill.

[2].   The Complementary Education Services business comprises language training, overseas study counselling, career counselling, study tours and camps, as well as international contest training and others.

[3].    The Domestic Kindergartens & K-12 Operation Services business comprises for-profit kindergartens and operation services for students of domestic K-12 schools, including catering and procurement services.

For more information on these adjusted financial measures, please see the section captioned "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" and the tables captioned "Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" set forth at the end of this release.

MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY 

Mr. Robert Niu, Chief Executive Officer of Bright Scholar, commented, "Our resilient business continues to recover and thrive. We delivered solid quarterly results amid an uncertain and evolving external environment through solid strategic execution and dedicated initiatives to fuel our global business. During the quarter, our core Overseas Schools business maintained its double-digit year-over-year revenue growth trajectory, and student enrollment grew by 8% compared to the same quarter last fiscal year. Year to date, over 900 students have accepted offers for our September intake. In addition, we are utilizing our facilities and teaching resources more effectively, increasing the utilization rate of our overseas schools to 62% during the quarter. As a global premier education service company, we are committed to enhancing teaching quality and fostering an enriched learning experience for our students. Aligned with our strategy to focus our resources on our high-growth core business while optimizing organizational structure to improve our operational and management efficiency, we divested our non-core international contest training business and career counseling business from our Complementary Education Services segment in May and June. Building on our well-established brand and abundant educational resources, we are well-positioned to expand our high-return businesses and are gearing up to seize the tremendous growth opportunities ahead."

Ms. Cindy Zhang, Chief Financial Officer of Bright Scholar, added, "We achieved healthy financial results in the third fiscal quarter. Led by our Overseas Schools business, our total revenues grew by 6% quarter over quarter on an expanding gross margin of 36.6%, up 370 basis points year-over-year and 560 basis points quarter over quarter. Driven by increases in both the number of students enrolled and the average tuition fees of overseas schools, our Overseas Schools revenue grew by 19.4% year-over-year. We also strengthened our cash position, closing the quarter with a total of RMB537.2 million in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash. Our healthy balance sheet supports our organic growth initiatives as we work to create sustainable value for our customers and shareholders over the long term."

UNAUDITED FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE THIRD FISCAL QUARTER ENDED MAY 31, 2024

Revenue

Revenue was RMB554.0 million, compared to RMB586.4 million for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Overseas Schools: Revenue contribution was RMB264.9 million, representing a 19.4% increase from RMB221.8 million for the same quarter last fiscal year. The increase was mainly attributable to increases in both the number of students enrolled and the average tuition fees of overseas schools.

Complementary Education Services: Revenue contribution was RMB169.5 million, compared to RMB207.5 million for the same quarter last fiscal year. The decrease was mainly attributable to a reduction in extracurricular programs, study tours and the camp business.

Domestic Kindergartens & K-12 Operation Services: Revenue contribution was RMB119.6 million, compared with RMB157.1 million for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Cost of Revenue

Cost of revenue was RMB351.2 million, or 63.4% of revenue, compared to RMB393.4 million, or 67.1%, for the same quarter last fiscal year. The improvement was mainly attributable to cost-saving measures and efficiency enhancements in our headquarters.

Gross Profit, Gross Margin and Adjusted Gross Profit

Gross profit was RMB202.7 million, representing a 5.0% increase from RMB193.0 million for the same quarter last fiscal year. The increase was mainly attributable to the revenue growth in Overseas Schools. Gross margin increased to 36.6% from 32.9% for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Adjusted gross profit^[4] was RMB205.9 million, representing a 4.7% increase from RMB196.7 million for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses

Total SG&A expenses were RMB147.0 million, representing a 3.5% increase from RMB142.0 million for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Operating Loss/Income, Operating Margin and Adjusted Operating Income

Operating loss was RMB84.3 million, compared to an operating income of RMB73.9 million for the same quarter last fiscal year. Operating loss margin was 15.2%, compared to an operating income margin of 12.6% for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Adjusted operating income^[5] was RMB55.1 million, compared to RMB77.6 million for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Net Loss and Adjusted Net Income/Loss

Net loss was RMB90.3 million, compared to RMB37.7 million for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Adjusted net income was RMB48.5 million, compared to an adjusted net loss of RMB34.8 million for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Adjusted EBITDA^[6]

Adjusted EBITDA was RMB76.6 million, compared to RMB96.0 million for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Net Loss per Ordinary Share/ADS and Adjusted Net Earnings/Loss per Ordinary Share/ADS

Basic and diluted net loss per ordinary share attributable to ordinary shareholders were RMB0.56 each, compared to RMB0.32 each for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Adjusted basic and diluted net earnings per ordinary share^[7] attributable to ordinary shareholders were RMB0.42 each, compared to adjusted basic and diluted net loss per ordinary share of RMB0.30 each for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Basic and diluted net loss per ADS attributable to ADS holders were RMB2.24 each, compared to RMB1.28 each for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Adjusted basic and diluted net earnings per ADS^[8] attributable to ADS holders were RMB1.68 each, compared to adjusted basic and diluted net loss per ADS of RMB1.20 each for the same quarter last fiscal year.

Cash and Working Capital

As of May 31, 2024, the Company had cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash of RMB537.2 million (US$74.2 million), compared to RMB496.9 million as of February 29, 2024.

[4]    Adjusted gross profit is defined as gross profit excluding amortization of intangible assets. [5].   Adjusted operating income/(loss) is defined as operating income/(loss) excluding share-based compensation expenses, amortization of intangible assets and impairment loss on goodwill.

[6].   Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income/(loss) excluding interest income/(expense), net, income tax expense/benefit, depreciation and amortization, share-based compensation expenses and impairment loss on goodwill.

[7]  Adjusted basic and diluted earnings/(loss) per share is defined as adjusted net income/(loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders (net income/(loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders excluding share-based compensation expenses, amortization of intangible assets, tax effect of amortization of intangible assets and impairment loss on goodwill) divided by the weighted average number of basic and diluted ordinary shares.

[8].   Adjusted basic and diluted earnings per American depositary share ("ADS") is defined as adjusted net income attributable to ADS shareholders (net income attributable to ADS shareholders excluding share-based compensation expenses, amortization of intangible assets, tax effect of amortization of intangible assets and impairment loss on goodwill) divided by the weighted average number of basic and diluted ADSs.

CONFERENCE CALL 

The Company's management will host an earnings conference call at 8:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time (8:00 p.m. Beijing/Hong Kong Time) on August 2, 2024.

Dial-in details for the earnings conference call are as follows:

Mainland China:	4001-201203
Hong Kong:	800-905945
United States:	1-888-346-8982
International:	1-412-902-4272

Participants should dial in at least 5 minutes before the scheduled start time and ask to be connected to the call for "Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited."

Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's investor relations website at http://ir.brightscholar.com/.

A replay of the conference call will be accessible after the conclusion of the live call until August 9, 2024, by dialing the following telephone numbers:

United States Toll Free:	1-877-344-7529
International:	1-412-317-0088
Replay Passcode:	8092477

CONVENIENCE TRANSLATION

The Company's reporting currency is Renminbi ("RMB"). However, periodic reports made to shareholders will include current period amounts translated into U.S. dollars using the prevailing exchange rates at the balance sheet date for the convenience of readers. Translations of balances in the condensed consolidated balance sheets, and the related condensed consolidated statements of operations, and cash flows from RMB into U.S. dollars as of and for the quarter ended May 31, 2024 are solely for the convenience of the readers and were calculated at the rate of US$1.00=RMB7.2410, representing the noon buying rate set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the U.S. Federal Reserve Board on May 31, 2024. No representation is made that the RMB amounts could have been, or could be, converted, realized or settled into US$ at that rate on May 31, 2024, or at any other rate.

NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

In evaluating our business, we consider and use certain non-GAAP measures, including primarily adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net income/(loss), adjusted gross profit/(loss), adjusted operating income/(loss), adjusted net earnings/(loss) per share attributable to ordinary shareholders/ADS holders basic and diluted as supplemental measures to review and assess our operating performance. The presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. We define adjusted gross profit/(loss) as gross profit/(loss) excluding amortization of intangible assets. We define adjusted EBITDA as net income/(loss) excluding interest income/(expense), net, income tax expense/benefit, depreciation and amortization, share-based compensation expenses and impairment loss on goodwill. We define adjusted net income/(loss) as net income/(loss) excluding share-based compensation expenses, amortization of intangible assets, tax effect of amortization of intangible assets and impairment loss on goodwill. We define adjusted operating income/(loss) as operating income/(loss) excluding share-based compensation expenses, amortization of intangible assets and impairment loss on goodwill. Additionally, we define adjusted net earnings/(loss) per share attributable to ordinary shareholders/ADS holders, basic and diluted, as adjusted net income/(loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders/ADS holders (net income/(loss) to ordinary shareholders/ADS holders excluding share-based compensation expenses, amortization of intangible assets, tax effect of amortization of intangible assets and impairment loss on goodwill) divided by the weighted average number of basic and diluted ordinary shares or ADSs.

We incur amortization expense of intangible assets related to various acquisitions that have been made in recent years. These intangible assets are valued at the time of acquisition and are then amortized over a period of several years after the acquisition. We believe that exclusion of these expenses allows greater comparability of operating results that are consistent over time for the Company's newly-acquired and long-held business as the related intangibles do not have significant connection to the growth of the business. Therefore, we provide exclusion of amortization of intangible assets to define adjusted gross profit, adjusted operating income/(loss), adjusted net income/(loss), and adjusted net earnings/(loss) per share attributable to ordinary shareholders/ADS holders, basic and diluted.

We present the non-GAAP financial measures because they are used by our management to evaluate our operating performance and formulate business plans. Such non-GAAP measures include adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net income/(loss), adjusted gross profit/(loss), adjusted operating income/(loss), adjusted net earnings/(loss) per share attributable to ordinary shareholders/ADS holders basic and diluted. Non-GAAP financial measures enable our management to assess our operating results without considering the impact of non-cash charges, including depreciation and amortization and share-based compensation expenses, and without considering the impact of non-operating items such as interest income/(expense), net; income tax expense/benefit; share-based compensation expenses; amortization of intangible assets, tax effect of amortization of intangible assets and impairment loss on goodwill. We also believe that the use of these non-GAAP measures facilitates investors' assessment of our operating performance.

The non-GAAP financial measures are not defined under U.S. GAAP and are not presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The non-GAAP financial measures have limitations as analytical tools. One of the key limitations of using these non-GAAP financial measures is that they do not reflect all items of income and expense that affect our operations. Interest income/(expense), net; income tax expense/benefit; depreciation and amortization; share-based compensation expense; tax effect of amortization of intangible assets, and impairment loss on goodwill have been and may continue to be incurred in our business and are not reflected in the presentation of these non-GAAP measures, including adjusted EBITDA or adjusted net income/(loss). Further, these non-GAAP measures may differ from the non-GAAP information used by other companies, including peer companies, and therefore their comparability may be limited.

About Bright Scholar Education Holdings Limited

Bright Scholar is a premier global education service Group. The Company primarily provides quality international education to global students and equips them with the critical academic foundation and skillsets necessary to succeed in the pursuit of higher education.  

For more information, please visit: https://ir.brightscholar.com/.

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, the Company's business plans and development, which can be identified by terminology such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "potential," "continue," "is/are likely to" or other similar expressions. Such statements are based upon management's current expectations and current market and operating conditions and relate to events that involve known or unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the Company's control, which may cause the Company's actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under law.

IR Contact:
Email: BEDU@thepiacentegroup.com
Phone: +86 (10) 6508-0677/ +1-212-481-2050

Media Contact:
Email: media@brightscholar.com
Phone: +86-757-2991-6814

 

BRIGHT SCHOLAR EDUCATION HOLDINGS LIMITED
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Amounts in thousands)
			As of
			August 31,			May 31,
			2023			2024
			RMB			RMB		USD
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents			537,325		515,200			71,150
Restricted cash			28,261		21,789			3,009
Accounts receivable			19,209		27,549			3,805
Amounts due from related parties, net			188,445		128,607			17,761
Other receivables, deposits and other assets, net			148,679		129,597			17,898
Inventories			5,480		3,872			535
Total current assets			927,399		826,614			114,158
Restricted cash - non-current			1,650		250			35
Property and equipment, net			414,225		363,267			50,168
Intangible assets, net			343,077		325,128			44,901
Goodwill, net			1,328,872		1,182,035			163,242
Long-term investments, net			36,070		35,716			4,932
Prepayments for construction contracts			1,711		1,540			213
Deferred tax assets, net			1,810		1,498			207
Other non-current assets, net			15,249		12,885			1,779
Operating lease right-of-use assets - non current			1,549,447		1,456,486			201,144
Total non-current assets			3,692,111		3,378,805			466,621
TOTAL ASSETS			4,619,510		4,205,419			580,779

 

 

BRIGHT SCHOLAR EDUCATION HOLDINGS LIMITED
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS-CONTINUED
(Amounts in thousands)
			As of
			August 31,			May 31,
			2023			2024
			RMB			RMB		USD
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Current liabilities
Accounts payable			105,193		105,927			14,629
Amounts due to related parties			311,451		214,836			29,669
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities			279,690		225,063			31,082
Income tax payable			99,367		93,440			12,904
Contract liabilities - current			541,683		416,084			57,462
Refund liabilities - current			17,572		15,929			2,200
Operating lease liabilities - current			125,447		121,235			16,743
Total current liabilities			1,480,403		1,192,514			164,689
Non-current contract liabilities			2,116		2,597			359
Deferred tax liabilities, net			42,093		34,652			4,786
Operating lease liabilities - non current			1,523,242		1,446,627			199,783
Total non-current liabilities			1,567,451		1,483,876			204,928
TOTAL LIABILITIES			3,047,854		2,676,390			369,617
EQUITY
Share capital			8		8			1
Additional paid-in capital			1,697,370		1,706,654			235,693
Statutory reserves			20,155		19,616			2,709
Accumulated other comprehensive income			172,230		178,803			24,693
Accumulated deficit			(473,154)		(485,455)			(67,043)
Shareholders' equity			1,416,609		1,419,626			196,053
Non-controlling interests			155,047		109,403			15,109
TOTAL EQUITY			1,571,656		1,529,029			211,162
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY			4,619,510		4,205,419			580,779

 

 

BRIGHT SCHOLAR EDUCATION HOLDINGS LIMITED
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Amounts in thousands, except for shares and per share data)
	Three Months Ended May 31						Nine Months Ended May 31
	2023		2024				2023		2024
	RMB		RMB		USD		RMB		RMB		USD
Revenue	586,446		553,976		76,505		1,563,977		1,648,158		227,615
Cost of revenue	(393,418)		(351,227)		(48,505)		(1,075,767)		(1,080,294)		(149,191)
Gross profit	193,028		202,749		28,000		488,210		567,864		78,424
Selling, general and administrative expenses	(142,016)		(146,989)		(20,300)		(437,730)		(431,735)		(59,624)
Impairment loss on goodwill	-		(133,022)		(18,371)		-		(133,022)		(18,371)
Other operating income/(loss)	22,937		(7,033)		(971)		49,119		4,369		603
Operating income/(loss)	73,949		(84,295)		(11,642)		99,599		7,476		1,032
Interest expense, net	(2,859)		(22)		(3)		(8,587)		(2,457)		(339)
Investment income /(loss)	614		5,127		708		(849)		5,605		774
Other expenses	(23)		3,496		483		(2,776)		106		14
Income/(loss) before income taxes and share of equity in (loss)/profit of unconsolidated affiliates	71,681		(75,694)		(10,454)		87,389		10,730		1,481
Income tax expense	(109,327)		(14,543)		(2,008)		(133,493)		(38,988)		(5,384)
Share of equity in (loss)/profit of unconsolidated affiliates	(52)		(43)		(6)		(400)		81		11
Net loss	(37,698)		(90,280)		(12,468)		(46,506)		(28,177)		(3,892)
Net income/(loss) attributable to non-controlling interests	397		(24,210)		(3,343)		4,020		(19,761)		(2,729)
Net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders	(38,095)		(66,070)		(9,125)		(50,526)		(8,416)		(1,163)
Net loss per share attributable to
ordinary shareholders
—Basic	(0.32)		(0.56)		(0.08)		(0.43)		(0.07)		(0.01)
—Diluted	(0.32)		(0.56)		(0.08)		(0.43)		(0.07)		(0.01)
Weighted average shares used in
calculating net loss per ordinary share:
—Basic	118,669,795		118,669,795		118,669,795		118,669,795		118,669,795		118,669,795
—Diluted	118,669,795		118,669,795		118,669,795		118,669,795		118,669,795		118,669,795
Net loss per ADS
—Basic	(1.28)		(2.24)		(0.32)		(1.72)		(0.28)		(0.04)
—Diluted	(1.28)		(2.24)		(0.32)		(1.72)		(0.28)		(0.04)

 

 

BRIGHT SCHOLAR EDUCATION HOLDINGS LIMITED
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Amounts in thousands)
	Three Months Ended May 31						Nine Months Ended May 31
	2023		2024				2023		2024
	RMB		RMB		USD		RMB		RMB		USD
Net cash (used in)/generated from operating activities	(8,198)		96,249		13,292		15,338		22,353		3,087
Net cash (used in)/generated from investing activities	(20,990)		10,713		1,479		(32,946)		30,011		4,145
Net cash used in financing activities	(41,255)		(71,323)		(9,850)		(90,397)		(84,258)		(11,636)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash	7,873		4,740		655		15,615		1,897		261
Net change in cash and cash equivalents,
and restricted cash	(62,570)		40,379		5,576		(92,390)		(29,997)		(4,143)
Cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash
at beginning of the period	827,964		496,860		68,618		857,784		567,236		78,337
Cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash
at end of the period	765,394		537,239		74,194		765,394		537,239		74,194

 

 

BRIGHT SCHOLAR EDUCATION HOLDINGS LIMITED
Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results
(Amounts in thousands, except for shares and per share data)
	Three Months Ended May 31						Nine Months Ended May 31
	2023		2024				2023		2024
	RMB		RMB		USD		RMB		RMB		USD
Gross profit	193,028		202,749		28,000		488,210		567,864		78,424
Add: Amortization of intangible assets	3,642		3,117		430		11,274		9,633		1,330
Adjusted gross profit	196,670		205,866		28,430		499,484		577,497		79,754
Operating income/(loss)	73,949		(84,295)		(11,642)		99,599		7,476		1,032
Add: Share-based compensation expenses	-		3,240		447		-		4,860		671
Add: Amortization of intangible assets	3,642		3,117		430		11,274		9,633		1,330
Add: Impairment loss on goodwill	-		133,022		18,371		-		133,022		18,371
Adjusted operating income	77,591		55,084		7,606		110,873		154,991		21,404
Net loss	(37,698)		(90,280)		(12,468)		(46,506)		(28,177)		(3,892)
Add: Share-based compensation expenses	-		3,240		447		-		4,860		671
Add: Amortization of intangible assets	3,642		3,117		430		11,274		9,633		1,330
Add: Tax effect of amortization of intangible assets	(738)		(631)		(87)		(2,302)		(1,951)		(269)
Add: Impairment loss on goodwill	-		133,022		18,371		-		133,022		18,371
Adjusted net (loss)/income	(34,794)		48,468		6,693		(37,534)		117,387		16,211
Net loss attributable to ordinary shareholders	(38,095)		(66,070)		(9,125)		(50,526)		(8,416)		(1,163)
Add: Share-based compensation expenses	-		3,240		447		-		4,860		671
Add: Amortization of intangible assets	3,642		3,117		430		11,274		9,633		1,330
Add: Tax effect of amortization of intangible assets	(738)		(631)		(87)		(2,302)		(1,951)		(269)
Add: Impairment loss on goodwill	-		110,305		15,233		-		110,305		15,233
Adjusted net (loss)/income attributable to ordinary shareholders	(35,191)		49,961		6,898		(41,554)		114,431		15,802
Net loss	(37,698)		(90,280)		(12,468)		(46,506)		(28,177)		(3,892)
Add: Interest expense, net	2,859		22		3		8,587		2,457		339
Add: Income tax expense	109,327		14,543		2,008		133,493		38,988		5,384
Add: Depreciation and amortization	21,553		16,064		2,218		63,929		49,981		6,902
Add: Share-based compensation expenses	-		3,240		447		-		4,860		671
Add: Impairment loss on goodwill	-		133,022		18,371		-		133,022		18,371
Adjusted EBITDA	96,041		76,611		10,579		159,503		201,131		27,775
Weighted average shares used
in calculating adjusted net (loss)/income per ordinary share:
—Basic and Diluted	118,669,795		118,669,795		118,669,795		118,669,795		118,669,795		118,669,795
Adjusted net (loss)/income per share attributable
to ordinary shareholders
—Basic	(0.30)		0.42		0.06		(0.35)		0.96		0.13
—Diluted	(0.30)		0.42		0.06		(0.35)		0.96		0.13
Adjusted net (loss)/income per ADS
—Basic	(1.20)		1.68		0.24		(1.40)		3.84		0.52
—Diluted	(1.20)		1.68		0.24		(1.40)		3.84		0.52

 

 

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FAQ

What was Bright Scholar's revenue for Q3 fiscal 2024?

Bright Scholar's revenue for Q3 fiscal 2024 was RMB554.0 million, representing a 6.2% increase quarter-over-quarter but a 5.5% decrease year-over-year.

How did Bright Scholar's Overseas Schools segment perform in Q3 fiscal 2024?

Bright Scholar's Overseas Schools segment performed well, with revenue increasing 19.4% year-over-year to RMB264.9 million. Student enrollment grew by 8% compared to the same quarter last fiscal year.

What was Bright Scholar's net loss for Q3 fiscal 2024?

Bright Scholar reported a net loss of RMB90.3 million for Q3 fiscal 2024, compared to a net loss of RMB37.7 million for the same quarter last fiscal year. The increase in net loss was mainly due to an impairment loss on goodwill of RMB133 million.

How much cash did Bright Scholar have as of May 31, 2024?

As of May 31, 2024, Bright Scholar had cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash of RMB537.2 million (US$74.2 million).