Cerence Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Cerence (NASDAQ: CRNC) reported impressive fourth-quarter results for FY2020, highlighting a record in bookings, driving its backlog to over $1.8 billion.

Q4 revenue surged by 21% quarter-over-quarter and 10% year-over-year, achieving a new quarterly record of $90.9 million. For the fiscal year, total revenue reached $329.6 million.

Furthermore, the company generated $26 million in GAAP net cash from operating activities in Q4 and an adjusted EBITDA of $40.3 million, signaling strong financial health.

Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC) will report its Q4 and full fiscal year 2020 financial results on November 16, 2020, at 7:00 a.m. EST. A live conference call will follow at 10:00 a.m. EST, where executives will discuss the results. Investors can participate via phone or access the webcast through the company's website. The replay for the teleconference will be available until November 23, 2020. Cerence is recognized as a leader in automotive AI, enhancing user experiences in over 325 million cars worldwide. For details, visit cerence.com.

Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC) announced participation in key industry events, showcasing its leadership in mobility solutions. Key highlights include a webinar on optimizing in-car experiences featuring Christophe Couvreur on November 12, 2020. Vanessa Tobisch will present on smart automotive voice assistants at World Usability Day on the same date. CEO Sanjay Dhawan will discuss vehicle teleoperation infrastructure issues at the NIST Vehicle Teleoperation Forum on November 13, 2020. Cerence continues to drive innovation in connected vehicles and autonomous driving.

Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC) has announced a partnership with the SAE Foundation to enhance STEM education in the US and Canada through a charitable donation. This initiative aims to tackle the decline in student enrollments in STEM programs, crucial for innovation in the transportation sector. Cerence employees will engage as mentors, enriching the learning experience for students. The SAE Foundation's programs have impacted over 6 million students and involved more than 30,000 industry professionals. This collaboration aligns with Cerence's mission to create AI-powered mobility experiences.

Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC) announced its participation in the Gabelli 44th Annual Automotive Aftermarket Symposium, set for November 2, 2020, at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The event will feature a fireside chat with CEO Sanjay Dhawan. Investors can access the presentation via webcast on the company’s website under the ‘Events & Resources’ section. A replay will be available for 90 days following the event.

Cerence, a leader in AI for automotive applications, serves major automakers and boasts a presence in over 325 million cars worldwide.

Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC) has partnered with XPeng Inc. (NYSE: XPEV) to provide a voice interaction platform for their G3 SUV and P7 sports sedan models. Utilizing Cerence ARK technology, XPeng enhances its Xmart OS In-Car Intelligent System with the AI-powered voice assistant 'Xiao P'. This assistant handles navigation, music playback, and in-car functions while operating on a hybrid architecture for reliable connectivity. The collaboration aims to support XPeng's global expansion, with plans to launch language capabilities in Norway.

Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC) recently showcased its innovations at NVIDIA's GPU Technology Conference. The presentation highlighted advancements in conversational AI for production vehicles and new speech synthesis technologies, discussed by Dr. Christophe Couvreur and Vincent Pollet. This aligns with Cerence's commitment to enhancing automotive experiences, having powered over 325 million cars globally. The full presentation is available on their YouTube channel.

Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC) announced a partnership with Dongfeng Motor, a major Chinese automaker, to integrate advanced automotive assistant technology into the Aeolus AX7. Utilizing Cerence ARK, the collaboration aims to enhance the in-car experience through a personalized voice assistant, improving functionality and reducing time-to-market for Dongfeng. The combined technology from Cerence and PATEO allows for fast deployment of an intelligent assistant, satisfying the demand for sophisticated in-car technologies among Chinese consumers, according to Cerence’s senior executives.