RYVYL Reports Record Full Year 2023 Revenue of $65.9 Million, Up 100% Compared to 2022
RYVYL Inc. (NASDAQ: RVYL) reported record Q4 2023 revenue of $22.3 million, a 100% increase from Q4 2022, exceeding guidance. The company showcased operational highlights, including revenue doubling to $65.9 million for fiscal year 2023. RYVYL EU revenue grew by 294%, with processing volume reaching $1.0 billion in Q4 2023. The partnership with R3 introduced RYVYL Block, enhancing digital transformation. CEO Fredi Nisan highlighted strong revenue growth and strategic initiatives to scale operations, reduce debt, and enter new markets. Despite an expected revenue decline in Q1 2024 due to product transitions, RYVYL is optimistic about future growth fueled by new partnerships and services.
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Record Q4 2023 revenue of $22.3 million marked a 100% increase from Q4 2022, surpassing guidance.
Fiscal year 2023 saw revenue double to $65.9 million, with RYVYL EU revenue growing by 294%.
Processing volume in Q4 2023 hit $1.0 billion, exceeding expectations.
Partnership with R3 introduced RYVYL Block, a blockchain-as-a-service infrastructure.
CEO Fredi Nisan emphasized strong revenue growth, debt reduction, and market expansion.
Expected revenue decline in Q1 2024 due to product transitions and banking partner change.
Positive outlook for 2024 with robust business pipeline, new partnerships, and service expansions.
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Net loss in Q4 2023 was $30.0 million, compared to $16.0 million in Q4 2022.
Operating expenses decreased by 57% to $10.6 million in Q4 2023.
Adjusted EBITDA was $0.1 million in Q4 2023, compared to a loss of ($2.9) million in Q4 2022.
The reported revenue growth for RYVYL Inc., which doubled in Q4 2023 compared to the same period in 2022, is a robust indicator of the company's top-line performance. The significant reduction in total indebtedness, particularly the convertible note principal balance, suggests a strategic move to strengthen the balance sheet. This fiscal maneuvering reflects positively on the company's creditworthiness and could potentially improve its risk profile among investors.
Moreover, the operational shift from terminal-based to app-based processing in North America, alongside the change in banking partner due to compliance and regulatory demands, underscores the dynamic nature of the fintech industry. These changes, while potentially disruptive in the short term, could pave the way for improved margins and market adaptability in the long run. The collaboration with R3 to introduce a blockchain-as-a-service solution may also signal an innovative leap, potentially opening up new revenue streams.
However, the reported net loss, despite the revenue surge, raises questions about the cost structure and scalability of RYVYL's business model. The increase in cost of revenue and other expenses tied to debt restructuring necessitates a deeper analysis of the company's operational efficiency and long-term profitability trajectory.
The substantial revenue growth in the European Union segment, which surged by 294%, indicates a strong market penetration and expansion strategy in international markets. This geographic diversification could be a hedge against market-specific risks and an avenue for sustained growth. Additionally, the processing volume growth of 83% to $3.1 billion in 2023 suggests that RYVYL is successfully capturing a larger share of the payment processing market.
The transition to app-based processing and the upcoming Visa Direct integration are indicative of RYVYL's commitment to staying at the forefront of payment technology. These developments are expected to enhance the customer experience and could lead to higher retention rates and an expanded client base.
Investors should note the seasonality in RYVYL's business, as indicated by the expected revenue decline in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the fourth quarter of 2023. Such fluctuations are common in the fintech sector and should be factored into forecasting and valuation models.
The introduction of RYVYL Block, a blockchain-as-a-service infrastructure, signifies the company's strategic investment in emerging technologies. Blockchain's inherent features, such as security, transparency and efficiency, are well-aligned with the needs of the digital payments industry. RYVYL's adoption of this technology could offer competitive advantages, including reduced transaction costs and enhanced trust among users.
However, the successful integration and adoption of blockchain technology require careful consideration of regulatory compliance, particularly in the international payments space. The company's proactive approach towards regulatory changes, as evidenced by the banking partner switch, is a positive sign of its commitment to navigating the complex compliance landscape.
Investors should assess the potential impact of these technological advancements on the company's long-term value proposition, keeping in mind the balance between innovation-led growth and the associated implementation risks.
03/26/2024 - 04:05 PM
Record Q4 2023 Revenue of $22.3 Million Increased 100% Compared to Q4 2022 and Exceeded Guidance of $19 Million to $21 Million
Company Management to Host Conference Call at 4:30 p.m. E.T on Tuesday, March 26, 2024
SAN DIEGO, CA, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RYVYL Inc. (NASDAQ: RVYL) ("RYVYL” or the "Company"), a leading innovator of payment transaction solutions leveraging proprietary blockchain ledger and electronic token technology for the diverse international markets, reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.
Operational Highlights Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 Compared to Same Periods in 2022
Record fourth quarter 2023 and fiscal year 2023 revenue both doubled to $22.3 million and $65.9 million , respectively, over the same time periods in 2022. 2023 RYVYL EU grew revenue 294% to $16.9 million . Fourth quarter processing volume of $1.0 billion exceeded guidance and increased 98% from the prior year same period. 2023 FX and International payments had $590 million in business volume, 14% higher than the third quarter 2023. North America merchant acquiring business volume increased to $278 million , 30% higher than the third quarter 2023. 2023 processing volume grew 83% to $3.1 billion . Total indebtedness decreased to $19.2 million after reducing the convertible note principal balance by $66.3 million . The partnership with R3 introduced RYVYL Block, a next-generation blockchain-as-a-service infrastructure that enables streamlined and secure digital transformation. CEO Fredi Nisan said, “Continuing our path to shape the future of financial transactions, in 2023, we delivered the strongest year in our history. Impressive business volume growth resulted in record company revenues. Ryvyl EU revenue nearly tripled, and the market continues to present a lucrative long-term opportunity, including our Visa Direct integration that we expect to complete by mid-2024.
“Further, by executing several foundational initiatives, we improved our ability to scale. During the fourth quarter of 2023, to expand payment processing and banking-as-a-service solutions, we strategically decided to optimize the coyni technology platform. By maintaining a consolidated product roadmap, we expect to leverage coyni in both existing and targeted new vertical markets for better operating efficiencies and enhanced profitability.
“During 2023, we focused on fortifying our balance sheet and executed two exchange agreements with our convertible noteholder, reducing the principal balance over 70% by year end. We believe this demonstrates the noteholder’s ongoing support and belief in our core mission.
“In 2024, we continue to expect strong revenue growth, with the second half of the year contributing more than the first half. That said, first quarter 2024 revenues are expected to decline compared to the fourth quarter of 2023, due to lower business volume reflecting a product transition and a coincident change in our banking partner. Specifically, in February 2024, in North America one of RYVYL’s products moved away from terminal-based to app-based processing. Changes in the compliance environment and banking regulations prompted us to select a new banking partner.
“Overall, our pipeline of business is robust with multiple opportunities to enter new markets and acquire new customers. There are underlying growth trends in business volume and international markets supported by new initiatives, and new partnerships such as ACI Worldwide and R3. Coupling our coyni platform with improved efficiencies, we expect to introduce services in new business verticals and to continue enabling transformation of the digital payments ecosystem,” concluded Nisan.
Financial Summary for the Fourth Quarter 2023 Ended December 31, 2023
Revenue increased 100% to $22.3 million , compared to $11.1 million in Q4 2022, reflecting the larger independent sales organization (ISO) and partnership network and as well as growth in the acquired businesses and RYVYL EU. Q4 2023 North America revenue increased 85% to $16.6 million and international revenue increased 165% to $5.6 million , compared to Q4 2022. Cost of revenue increased to $14.5 million , from $5.4 million in Q4 2022, primarily due to greater transaction volume, resulting in higher processing fees paid to gateways and commission payments to ISOs, both in North America and internationally. Operating expenses decreased 57% to $10.6 million , compared to $24.4 million in Q4 2022, reflecting lower depreciation and amortization expenses related to the acquisition portfolio write-off in 2022. Other expense totaled $27.0 million , compared to other income of $2.7 million for Q4 2022, primarily attributable to the increase in derecognition expense associated with the restructuring of our convertible debt. Net loss was $30.0 million , or ($5.43) per basic share, compared to a net loss of $16.0 million , or ($3.26) per basic share, in Q4 2022. Adjusted EBITDA was $0.1 million , compared to ($2.9) million in Q4 2022. Refer to the tables in this press release for the fourth quarter 2023 Adjusted EBITDA amount, a non-GAAP measure. Cash and restricted cash balance as of December 31, 2023 was $73.3 million , with $12.2 million being unrestricted cash. Financial Summary for Fiscal Year 2023 Ended December 31, 2023
Net Revenue increased 100% to $65.9 million , compared to $32.9 million in 2022, primarily attributable to the larger ISO and partnership network as well as growth in global payment processing businesses and banking-as-a-service offering. North America revenue increased 71% to $48.9 million and EU revenue increased 294% to $16.9 million , compared to 2022. Cost of revenue was $40.2 million , up $23.4 million from 2022, reflecting greater transaction volume, resulting in higher processing fees paid to gateways and commission payments to ISOs, both in North America and internationally. Operating expenses decreased 30% to $38.0 million compared to $54.0 million in 2022, due primarily to lower depreciation and amortization related to the acquisition write-off in 2022. Net loss was $53.1 million , or $(10.11) per basic share, compared to a net loss of $49.2 million , or ($10.80) per basic share for 2022. Adjusted EBITDA was $3.9 million loss, compared to $14.4 million loss in 2022. Cash and restricted cash balance as of December 31, 2023, was $73.3 million , with $12.2 million being unrestricted cash. Management will host a conference at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, March 26 2024 to discuss fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 financial results, provide a corporate update and conclude with a Q&A session. To participate, please use the following information:
Q4 and Fiscal Year 2023 Conference Call and Webcast : 1-877-407-4018: 1-201-689-8471https://viavid.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1651158&tp_key=029b3168d9 Link
Participants can use Guest dial-in #s above and be answered by an operator OR click the Call me™ link for instant telephone access to the event and enter pass code 13707901. The Call me™ link will be made active 15 minutes prior to scheduled start time.
A replay of the call will be available through May 26, 2024, by calling 1-844-512-2921 within the United States or 1-412-317-6671 when calling internationally and entering access ID 13743655. An archived version of the webcast will also be available for 90 days on the “Investors” section of the RYVYL website or by clicking the webcast link above.
About RYVYL
RYVYL Inc. (NASDAQ: RVYL) was born from a passion for empowering a new way to conduct business-to-business, consumer-to-business, and peer-to-peer payment transactions around the globe. By leveraging proprietary blockchain ledger and electronic token technology for the diverse international markets, RYVYL is a leading innovator of payment transaction solutions reinventing the future of financial transactions. Since its founding as GreenBox POS. In 2017 in San Diego, RYVYL has developed applications enabling an end-to-end suite of turnkey financial products with enhanced security and data privacy, world-class identity theft protection, and rapid speed to settlement. As a result, the platform can log immense volumes of immutable transactional records at the speed of the internet for first-tier partners, merchants, and consumers around the globe. www.ryvyl.com
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RYVYL INC. Consolidated Balance Sheets ( in thousands, except share and per share data )
December 31, 2023 2022 ASSETS Current Assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 12,180 $ 13,961 Restricted cash 61,138 26,873 Accounts receivable, net of allowance for credit losses of $23 and $82 , respectively 859 1,156 Cash due from gateways, net of allowance of $2,636 and $3,917 , respectively 12,834 7,427 Prepaid and other current assets 2,854 9,799 Total current assets 89,865 59,216 Non-current Assets: Property and equipment, net 306 1,696 Goodwill 26,753 26,753 Intangible assets, net 5,059 6,739 Operating lease right-of-use assets, net 4,279 1,533 Other assets 2,403 1,720 Total non-current assets 38,800 38,441 Total assets $ 128,665 $ 97,657 LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS ’ EQUITY/(DEFICIT) Current Liabilities: Accounts payable 1,819 1,630 Accrued liabilities 5,755 3,350 Accrued interest - 1,728 Payment processing liabilities, net 76,772 28,912 Current portion of operating lease liabilities 692 534 Other current liabilities 504 582 Total current liabilities 85,542 36,736 Long term debt, net of debt discount of $3,906 and $24,349 , respectively 15,912 61,735 Operating lease liabilities, less current portion 3,720 1,109 Total liabilities 105,174 99,580 Commitments and contingencies Stockholders ’ Equity/(Deficit): Preferred stock, Series B, par value $0.01 , 5,000,000 shares authorized; shares issued and outstanding of 55,000 and 0, respectively 1 - Common stock, par value $0.00 1, 100,000,000 shares authorized; shares issued and outstanding of 5,996,948 and 4,972,736, respectively 6 5 Additional paid-in capital 175,664 97,494 Accumulated other comprehensive income 401 357 Accumulated deficit (152,581 ) (99,772 ) Less: Shares to be returned - (7 ) Total stockholders’ equity/(deficit) 23,491 (1,923 ) Total liabilities and stockholder ’s equity/(deficit) $ 128,665 $ 97,657
RYVYL INC. Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income For the Three and Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 ( in thousands, except share and per share data )
Three Months Ended December 31, Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2023 2022 2023 2022 Revenue $ 22,249 $ 11,104 $ 65,869 $ 32,909 Cost of revenue 14,455 5,444 40,157 16,787 Gross profit 7,794 5,660 25,712 16,123 Operating expenses: Advertising and marketing (73 ) 231 80 1,337 Research and development 1,323 976 5,757 6,276 General and administrative 1,968 2,271 8,678 6,603 Payroll and payroll taxes 3,785 3,067 12,017 10,547 Professional fees 1,425 1,607 7,076 5,312 Stock compensation expense 1,544 240 1,853 2,969 Depreciation and amortization 654 16,037 2,553 20,917 Total operating expenses 10,626 24,429 38,014 53,961 Loss from operations (2,832 ) (18,769 ) (12,302 ) (37,838 ) Other income (expense): Interest expense (30 ) (754 ) (3,340 ) (8,169 ) Accretion of debt discount (3,508 ) (2,440 ) (13,134 ) (13,980 ) Changes in fair value of derivative liability (35 ) 2,265 6,544 16,857 Derecognition expense on conversion of convertible debt (23,516 ) 4,053 (25,035 ) (5,710 ) Legal settlement expense - - (4,142 ) - Gain on sale of property and equipment 1,069 - 1,069 - Other expense (999 ) (417 ) (2,472 ) (405 ) Total other income (expense), net (27,020 ) 2,707 (40,510 ) (11,406 ) Loss before provision for income taxes (29,852 ) (16,062 ) (52,812 ) (49,244 ) Income tax provision 151 (46 ) 289 (8 ) Net loss $ (30,003 ) $ (16,016 ) $ (53,101 ) $ (49,236 ) Comprehensive income statement: Net loss $ (30,003 ) $ (16,016 ) $ (53,101 ) $ (49,236 ) Foreign currency translation gain 433 1,066 44 357 Total comprehensive loss $ (29,570 ) $ (14,950 ) $ (53,057 ) $ (48,879 ) Net loss per share: Basic and diluted $ (5.43 ) $ (3.26 ) $ (10.11 ) $ (10.80 ) Weighted average number of common shares outstanding: Basic and diluted 5,525,608 4,909,079 5,251,852 4,557,200
RYVYL INC. Statement of Cash Flows ( in thousands, except share and per share data )
Year Ended December 31, 2023 2022 Cash flows from operating activities: Net loss $ (53,101 ) $ (49,236 ) Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities: Depreciation and amortization expense 2,553 20,917 Noncash lease expense 350 43 Stock compensation expense 1,853 2,969 Stock issued for interest expense - 2,418 Accretion of debt discount 13,134 13,980 Derecognition expense on conversion of convertible debt 25,035 5,709 Changes in fair value of derivative liability (6,544 ) (16,857 ) Gain on sale of property and equipment (1,069 ) - Changes in assets and liabilities: Accounts receivable, net 297 (1,367 ) Prepaid and other current assets 6,568 (1,539 ) Cash due from gateways, net (5,407 ) (1,218 ) Other assets (1,183 ) (6 ) Accounts payable 189 1,161 Accrued and other current liabilities 2,080 2,662 Accrued interest 546 502 Payment processing liabilities, net 47,860 10,518 Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 33,161 (9,344 ) Cash flows from investing activities: Purchases of property and equipment (108 ) (162 ) Proceeds from sale of property and equipment 2,620 - Logicquest Technology acquisition (225 ) - Deposit on acquisitions - (936 ) Purchase of intangibles - (500 ) Transact Europe Holdings acquisition - (28,811 ) Sky Financial & Intelligence asset acquisition - (16,000 ) Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities 2,287 (46,409 ) Cash flows from financing activities: Treasury stock purchases 7 (4,057 ) Proceeds from stock option exercises - 8 Repayments of convertible debt (3,000 ) (6,000 ) Repayments on long-term debt (15 ) - Net cash used in financing activities (3,008 ) (10,049 ) Restricted cash acquired from Transact Europe - 16,719 Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash 32,440 (49,083 ) Foreign currency translation adjustment 44 357 Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash – beginning of period 40,834 89,560 Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash – end of period $ 73,318 $ 40,834 Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information Cash paid during the period for: Interest $ 2,709 $ 5,751 Income taxes $ - $ - Non-cash financing and investing activities: Convertible debt conversion to preferred stock $ 64,600 $ - Convertible debt conversion to common stock $ 1,650 $ 8,550 Interest accrual from convertible debt converted to preferred stock $ 1,703 $ - Interest accrual from convertible debt converted to common stock $ 4 $ -
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Information
Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (“Adjusted EBITDA”) is a non-GAAP measure that represents our net loss before interest expense, amortization of debt discount, income tax expense, depreciation and amortization, changes in the fair value of derivative liabilities, losses on the extinguishment and derecognition expenses on the conversion of convertible debt, non-cash stock-based compensation expense, acquisition-related expense, non-recurring provisions for credit losses on legacy matters, accounting fees related to the restatement of prior period financial statements, non-recurring costs related to the spin-off of a subsidiary, and legal costs and settlement fees incurred in connection with non-ordinary course litigation and other disputes.
We exclude these items in calculating Adjusted EBITDA because we believe that the exclusion of these items will provide for more meaningful information about our financial performance, and do not consider the excluded items to be part of our ongoing results of operations. Our use of Adjusted EBITDA has limitations as an analytical tool, and you should not consider it in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of our financial results as reported under GAAP. Some of these limitations are: (a) although depreciation and amortization are non-cash charges, the assets being depreciated and amortized may have to be replaced in the future, and Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect cash capital expenditure requirements for such replacements or for new capital expenditure requirements; (b) Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect changes in, or cash requirements for, our working capital needs; (c) Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect the potentially dilutive impact of equity-based compensation; (d) Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect tax payments that may represent a reduction in cash available to us; and (e) other companies, including companies in our industry, may calculate Adjusted EBITDA or similarly titled measures differently, which reduces its usefulness as a comparative measure.
Because of these and other limitations, you should consider Adjusted EBITDA alongside our other GAAP-based financial performance measures, net income (loss) and our other GAAP financial results. The following table presents a reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA from net loss, the most directly comparable GAAP measure, for the periods indicated:
Reconciliation of Net Income (Loss) attributable to RYVYL, Inc., to Adjusted EBITDA for the Three and Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 ( in thousands, except share and per share data )
Three Months Ended December 31, Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2023 2022 2023 2022 Net loss $ (30,003 ) $ (16,016 ) $ (53,101 ) $ (49,236 ) Interest expense 30 754 3,340 8,169 Accretion of debt discount 3,508 2,440 13,134 13,980 Income tax expense (benefit) 151 (46 ) 289 (8 ) Depreciation and amortization 654 16,037 2,553 20,917 EBITDA (25,660 ) 3,169 (33,785 ) (6,178 ) Other non-cash adjustments Changes in fair value of derivative liability 35 (2,265 ) (6,544 ) (16,857 ) Derecognition expense on conversion of convertible debt 23,516 (4,053 ) 25,035 5,710 Stock compensation expense 1,544 240 1,853 2,969 Special Items Non-recurring legal settlements and ongoing matters and related legal fees - - 5,308 - Carryover effects of financial statement restatements in prior periods 691 - 1,913 - Non-recurring provision for credit losses on legacy matters - - 1,994 - Accounting fees related to the restatement of prior period financial statements - - 237 - Non-recurring impairment of right of use asset - - 100 - Non-recurring costs of spin-off - - 29 - Adjusted EBITDA $ 126 $ (2,909 ) $ (3,860 ) $ (14,356 ) Loss from operations $ (2,832 ) $ (18,769 ) $ (12,302 ) $ (37,838 )
RYVYL reported a Q4 2023 revenue of $22.3 million, a 100% increase from Q4 2022.
For fiscal year 2023, RYVYL's revenue doubled to $65.9 million, with a 294% growth in RYVYL EU revenue.
The processing volume in Q4 2023 reached $1.0 billion, exceeding expectations.
RYVYL introduced RYVYL Block in partnership with R3, a blockchain-as-a-service infrastructure for digital transformation.
CEO Fredi Nisan emphasized strong revenue growth, debt reduction, and market expansion.
The expected revenue decline in Q1 2024 is due to product transitions and a change in banking partner.
RYVYL has a positive outlook for 2024 with a robust business pipeline, new partnerships, and service expansions.
