Bk Technologies, Inc. Stock Price, News & Analysis

BK Technologies (NYSE American:BKTI) announced strong Q2 2024 results, with revenue increasing 7% to $20.3 million and GAAP EPS of $0.47. The company saw improved gross margins of 37.3% and a growing order backlog of $26.9 million. Key highlights include:

- Significant orders from CalFire and Mississippi Forestry Commission
- Successful transition to outsourced manufacturing with East West Manufacturing
- Patent issued for InteropONE™ voice dispatch interoperability solution
- Reaffirmed full-year 2024 GAAP EPS target exceeding $1.50

CEO John Suzuki expressed confidence in the company's performance and future outlook, citing increased market demand for their products and the positive impact of their outsourced manufacturing model on margins.

BK Technologies (NYSE American: BKTI) has announced it will host an investor conference call with a slide presentation on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its operating results for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2024. The company plans to release its financial and operating results prior to the call on the same day. Shareholders and interested parties can participate by dialing specific numbers for domestic and international callers. The call and accompanying slide deck will also be webcast, with an online archive available for thirty days following the call on the company's website. A replay of the conference call will be accessible until Thursday, August 15, 2024.

On June 25, 2024, BK Technologies announced the election of Ellen O. O'Hara to its Board of Directors following the 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on June 20, 2024. O'Hara boasts over 40 years of experience in mobile communications, having held senior leadership roles at Zetron, EF Johnson, and Motorola. Her extensive background encompasses sales, marketing, finance, engineering, and supply chain management. As Chairman of the Board and Strategic Advisor at Zetron, she significantly contributed to the mission-critical communications sector. BK Technologies anticipates leveraging O'Hara's expertise to support its growth into a comprehensive hardware and software communications provider.

BK Technologies announced receiving two purchase orders worth $9.1 million from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) for BKR 5000 portable radios. These orders are part of CAL FIRE's lifecycle replacement program, transitioning from the KNG Series Portables since 2022. CAL FIRE has acquired over 6,500 BKR 5000 radios to date. CEO John Suzuki highlighted the longstanding partnership and the company's role in providing reliable communication technology important for wildfire management and various emergency services. CAL FIRE oversees 31 million acres of wildlands in California and provides emergency services in 36 counties.

BK Technologies (NYSE American:BKTI) announced first quarter 2024 results with an EPS of $0.19 and adjusted EBITDA of $1.4 million. Revenue was $18.2 million, essentially consistent with the previous year but up 12% sequentially. The company saw a decrease in gross profit margin, reduced inventory by $1.4 million, transferred production to East West Manufacturing, and introduced a new product development program for the BKR 9500 multiband mobile radio. Operating income improved, and net income was positive compared to a loss in the previous year. Non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA was $1.4 million. The company is confident in achieving its full-year target of $1.50 per share.