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Lightspeed Commerce Inc. reports developments tied to its unified omnichannel commerce platform for retail, golf and hospitality businesses. The company provides point-of-sale, ecommerce, embedded payments, inventory, reporting, staff and supplier management, financial services and wholesale network capabilities for merchants in more than 100 countries.
Recurring Lightspeed news includes financial results and outlook updates, product releases for Lightspeed Retail and hospitality customers, AI and OCR automation, payments features, wholesale integrations such as Faire, and NuORDER by Lightspeed partnerships. Company updates also cover executive appointments and portfolio actions, including changes to non-core hospitality product lines as Lightspeed focuses on retail in North America and hospitality in Europe.
On August 5, 2022, Lightspeed Commerce announced the results of its annual and special shareholders meeting held on August 4. Key outcomes include the successful election of all eight nominated directors with over 97% support for most, the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers as auditors with 99.90% approval, and an advisory vote on executive compensation where 69.26% voted in favor. Additionally, a forum selection by-law was approved with 55.12% support. These results reflect strong shareholder confidence in Lightspeed's leadership and governance practices.
Lightspeed Commerce reported a strong first quarter with total revenue hitting $173.9 million, a 50% year-over-year increase. Gross Transaction Volume (GTV) grew 36% to $22.1 billion, while Gross Payment Volume (GPV) surged 96% to $3.3 billion. Despite macro-economic challenges, Lightspeed's diversified model and strong customer adoption contributed to these results. The company aims for an Adjusted EBITDA break-even next fiscal year. However, it faced a net loss of $100.8 million, indicating ongoing profitability challenges.
Lightspeed Commerce Inc (NYSE: LSPD) announced an expansion of its integration partnership with OpenTable, enhancing real-time communication for restaurant operations. This integration aims to improve efficiencies amidst rising costs and staffing challenges in the industry. Key benefits include faster table turnaround times, automated check creation, and comprehensive insights into diner behavior. Leaders from both companies emphasize the importance of this partnership for providing exceptional guest experiences while optimizing operational costs.
Lightspeed Commerce Inc (NYSE: LSPD) has launched Lightspeed Payments for Golf, enhancing integrated payment processing for golf businesses. This solution aims to address the fragmented payment landscape, offering features like faster processing, comprehensive reporting, and a unified platform for both online and in-store transactions. By streamlining operations, it helps golf operators reduce costs and improve efficiency. Fairways Golf Membership underscores this with their success in reducing operational costs and enhancing customer transactions, illustrating the tangible benefits of adopting Lightspeed's platforms.
Lightspeed Commerce Inc. (NYSE: LSPD, TSX: LSPD) will announce its first quarter 2023 financial results on August 4, 2022, before the market opens. The announcement will be followed by a conference call at 8:00 am ET to discuss the results. Lightspeed provides a unified commerce platform, catering to merchants globally to enhance customer experiences. Founded in 2005, the company operates in over 100 countries, serving retail, hospitality, and golf sectors.
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Threedium has partnered with Lightspeed (NYSE: LSPD, TSX: LSPD) to enhance B2B buying processes. This collaboration integrates Threedium’s 3D technology into the NuORDER platform, allowing brands to create interactive 3D product visualizations for digital linesheets and virtual showrooms. The partnership enables quick production of 3D assets from 2D images and includes features such as real-time product configurators and metaverse-ready products. This initiative aims to improve digital shopping experiences and provide flexibility for brands in a digital-first landscape.
On June 2, 2022, Lightspeed Commerce (NYSE: LSPD) launched the Lightspeed B2B platform for North American retailers in fashion, outdoor, and sports sectors. This innovative solution integrates B2B ordering into the POS system, connecting brands like Tom Ford and Coach with retailers. The platform aims to streamline workflows, reduce inefficiencies, and enhance product visibility, enabling better inventory management. It promises data insights for brands and automated ordering for retailers, ultimately transforming retail operations.
Lightspeed Commerce Inc. (NYSE: LSPD, TSX: LSPD) announced its new flagship POS and commerce platform, Lightspeed Restaurant, at the upcoming 2022 National Restaurant Association show in Chicago from May 21-24. This platform features advanced analytics, integrated inventory, payments, and online ordering to enhance hospitality operations. Peter Dougherty, Hospitality GM, expressed excitement about showcasing how technology can streamline restaurant management amidst rising food and labor costs. Lightspeed Restaurant is now available in multiple countries including the US, Canada, and Germany.
Lightspeed Commerce launched a new flagship retail commerce platform, Lightspeed Retail, on May 5, 2022. This innovative platform integrates POS, payments, and ecommerce into a cohesive solution for retailers of all sizes. Enhanced by headless commerce and a revamped interface, it aims to address the complexities of modern retail. The platform is now available in various regions including North America, Australia, and the UK. Key features include online and in-store sales capabilities, advanced reporting, and cross-channel integration, catering to the needs of evolving retail merchants.