Viomi Technology Co., Ltd Reports First Half of 2024 Unaudited Financial Results
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Viomi Technology Co., (NASDAQ: VIOT) reported its unaudited financial results for the first half of 2024, showing a return to profitability. Key highlights include:
- Net revenues of RMB1,040.2 million (US$143.1 million)
- Gross margin increased to 24.8% from 22.0% in the same period of 2023
- Net income of RMB5.6 million (US$0.8 million), compared to a net loss in 2023
- Non-GAAP net income of RMB16.1 million
- Cumulative household users reached 8.7 million
The company is implementing a 'Focus' strategy, prioritizing home water solutions and divesting certain IoT@Home portfolio products. Viomi's new mission is 'AI for Better Water,' aiming to provide innovative home water solutions globally. The company expects revenues of RMB1.7-1.9 billion and income from operations of RMB110-130 million for the Continuing Businesses in 2024.
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Returning to a net profit position with a net income of
First Half 2024 Financial and Operating Highlights
- Net revenues were
RMB1,040.2 million (US ), compared to$143.1 million RMB1,304.4 million for the same period of 2023. - Gross margin increased to
24.8% from22.0% for the same period of 2023. - Net income was
RMB5.6 million (US ), compared to net loss of$0.8 million RMB57.3 million for the same period of 2023. - Number of cumulative household users reached approximately 8.7 million, compared to approximately 8.1 million for the same period of 2023.
Estimated Financial Results of the Continuing Businesses[2]
- The estimated revenues of the Continuing Businesses were more than
RMB800 million for the first half of 2024. - The estimated income from operations of the Continuing Businesses was more than
RMB50 million for the first half of 2024.
Mr. Xiaoping Chen, Founder and CEO of Viomi, commented: "In the first half of 2024, we implemented our 'Focus' strategy, prioritizing high-quality development and consistently enhancing our operating performance. Specifically, we concentrated on our advantageous categories, boosting our core home water solution products' revenue while further optimizing our product structure. As a result, our overall gross margin continued to improve to
"On July 19, 2024, we announced a major business reorganization to divest the Company's certain IoT@Home portfolio products, which is expected to be completed as planned by the end of August. Viomi will mainly focus on its core strengths in the home water solutions to elevate the Company's overall operational trajectory. Based on our preliminary estimates, the estimated revenues of the Continuing Businesses were more than
"Following the major business reorganization, Viomi will embrace a new mission: 'AI for Better Water.' We are dedicated to utilizing AI technology to provide better home water solutions for households worldwide. Leveraging our extensive expertise in AI technology application, intelligent hardware and software development, Viomi has strived to redefine home water solutions and developed a unique 'Equipment + Consumables' business model. We use AI technology to holistically enhance the user experience, providing remote, real-time monitoring of water quality and usage as well as timely filter replacement reminders, one-click reordering, and DIY replacement options, leading to a higher filter replacement rate. Our intelligent waterway self-cleaning technology significantly extends filter lifespan and reduces the cost of water purification, making smart water purification products a reliable, hassle-free and affordable essential for a healthy lifestyle. As of the end of the first half of 2024, Viomi AI home water solutions were used by nearly 5.9 million households.
"Regarding product innovation, as an industry-leading technology company, Viomi has consistently driven technological breakthroughs over the past decade. We developed tankless large-flux water purifiers that provide fresh drinking water 24/7. By upgrading the water flux up to 2000G, we expanded purified water usage scenarios from drinking to cooking, washing vegetables, and more. In addition, we implemented ERO electrodialysis technology to offer adjustable water quality, ranging from pure water to natural mineral water, setting new trends in healthy living. At the Viomi Spring Water Purifier New Product Launch in March 2024, we unveiled the Viomi Kunlun Mineral AI Water Purifier. Its innovative mineralizing filter technology enables the sustained release of beneficial minerals, making the composition of these minerals in the water almost identical to that of natural mineral water, allowing our users to enjoy fresh mineral water at home. Viomi offers a wide range of products covering various home scenarios, from single-function filtration to integrated functions featuring instant heating, cooling, and ice-making capabilities. Spanning kitchen, living room and whole-house applications, our products comprehensively address the increasing global demand for cleaner, fresher and healthier drinking water.
"In terms of product manufacturing and technology development, Viomi operates a world-leading 'Water Purifier Gigafactory,' boasting an annual production capacity of 5 million water purifiers and 30 million filters. Its highly integrated industrial chain, highly automated production lines, high-standard clean production workshops, and fully traceable quality control system facilitate continuous breakthroughs in water purification, achieving optimal scale efficiency and meeting diverse global market demands. We have established one of the industry's most comprehensive R&D systems, mastering advanced filtration technology and the materials manufacturing process. As a result, we have amassed over 1,600 water purification patents and attracted numerous global talents in management, marketing, product development and quality control."
"Following our major business reorganization, 'Global Water' will become the Company's vision. As a specialized professional water purification technology company, we aim to deliver fresh and healthy water worldwide, and we will deepen our focus on providing high-quality products and solutions to enhance user satisfaction. First, we will strengthen our collaboration with strategic partners to fully leverage our Water Purifier Gigafactory's competitive advantages. Second, we will increase our water purification products' domestic market penetration, continuing to lead the healthy mineral water trend and promoting access for household users. Third, we will actively expand in key overseas markets to promote Viomi's global strategy, enabling families abroad to enjoy fresh and healthy water through our products. In the meantime, we will maintain a sufficient capital reserve and ensure stable business growth, providing long-term returns for our users and shareholders," Mr. Chen concluded.
First Half 2024 Financial Results
REVENUES
Net revenues were
- IoT @ Home portfolio. Revenues from the IoT @ Home portfolio decreased by
30.3% toRMB482.0 million (US ) from$66.3 million RMB691.7 million for the same period of 2023. The decrease was primarily due to the Company's strategic decision to phase out certain underperforming SKUs in refrigerators and air conditioners, aiming for more sustainable and healthy growth. - Home water solutions. Revenues from home water solutions increased by
12.9% toRMB323.5 million (US ) from$44.5 million RMB286.6 million for the same period of 2023. The increase was primarily due to the Company's intensified focus on this category. - Consumables. Revenues from consumables remained stable as
RMB135.8 million (US ), compared to$18.7 million RMB135.9 million for the same period of 2023. - Small appliances and others. Revenues from small appliances and others decreased by
48.0% toRMB98.9 million (US ) from$13.6 million RMB190.2 million for the same period of 2023. The decrease was primarily due to the Company's ongoing effort to streamline SKUs within these categories.
GROSS PROFIT
Gross profit was
OPERATING EXPENSES
Total operating expenses decreased by
Research and development expenses slightly decreased by
Selling and marketing expenses decreased by
General and administrative expenses increased by
LOSS FROM OPERATIONS
Loss from operations decreased by
Non-GAAP operating loss [3] was
NET INCOME (LOSS)
Net income attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company was
Non-GAAP net income attributable to ordinary shareholders[4] of the Company was
[1] "Non-GAAP net income" is defined as net income excluding share-based compensation expenses. See "Use of Non-GAAP Measures" and "Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" included in this press release. |
[2] As announced on July 19, 2024, the Company has entered into definitive agreements with Mr. Xiaoping Chen to divest the Company's IoT@Home portfolio products (excluding range hoods, gas stoves, and water heaters) (the "Divested Business") The transaction is subject to certain closing conditions and is expected to close by the end of August 2024. As of the date of this earnings release, the transaction has not been closed yet. Each of the estimated revenues and income from operations of the Continuing Businesses is based on the Company's preliminary estimates based on currently available information. In estimating the revenues and income from operations of the Continuing Businesses, the management of the Company has taken into consideration of revenues, cost of revenues, and operating expenses directly attributable to the Continuing Businesses and indirect operating expenses allocated to the Continuing Businesses as deemed appropriate by the management of the Company. The term "Continuing Businesses" refers to the Company's businesses excluding the Divested Business. |
[3] "Non-GAAP operating loss" is defined as loss from operations excluding share-based compensation expenses. See "Use of Non-GAAP Measures" and "Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" included in this press release. |
[4] "Non-GAAP net income/(loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company" is defined as net income/(loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company excluding share-based compensation expenses. See "Use of Non-GAAP Measures" and "Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" included in this press release. |
BALANCE SHEET
As of June 30, 2024, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of
OUTLOOK
For the full year 2024, the Company currently expects:
-Revenues of the Continuing Businesses to be between
-Income from operations of the Continuing Businesses to be between
The above outlook is based on the current market conditions and reflects the Company's current and preliminary estimates of market and operating conditions and customer demand, all of which are subject to change.
Conference Call
The Company's management will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Monday, August 26, 2024 (8:00 p.m.
+1 888-346-8982 | |
International: | +1 412-902-4272 |
800-905-945 | |
+852 3018-4992 | |
Mainland | 400-120-1203 |
Conference ID: | 6755514 |
A telephone replay will be available one hour after the call until September 2, 2024, by dialing:
+1 877-344-7529 | ||||||
International: | +1 412-317-0088 | |||||
Replay Access Code: | 6755514 |
Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available at https://ir.viomi.com.
About Viomi Technology
Viomi's mission is "AI for Better Water," utilizing AI technology to provide better drinking water solutions for households worldwide.
As an industry-leading technology company in home water solutions, Viomi has developed a distinctive "Equipment + Consumables" business model. By leveraging its expertise in AI technology, intelligent hardware and software development, the Company simplifies filter replacement and enhances water quality monitoring, thereby increasing the filter replacement rate. Its continuous technological innovations extend filter lifespan and lower user costs, promoting the adoption of water purifiers and supporting a healthy lifestyle while effectively addressing the rising global demand for cleaner, fresher and healthier drinking water. The Company operates a world-leading "Water Purifier Gigafactory" with an integrated industrial chain that boasts optimal efficiency and facilitates continuous breakthroughs in water purification. This state-of-the-art facility enables Viomi to achieve economies of scale and accelerate the global popularization of residential water filtration.
For more information, please visit: https://ir.viomi.com.
Use of Non-GAAP Measures
The Company uses non-GAAP operating loss, non-GAAP net income, and non-GAAP net income loss attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company, in evaluating its operating results and for financial and operational decision-making purposes. Non-GAAP operating loss is loss from operations excluding share-based compensation expenses. Non-GAAP net income is net income excluding share-based compensation expenses. Non-GAAP net income/loss attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company is net income attributable to ordinary shareholders excluding share-based compensation expenses. The non-GAAP adjustments do not have any tax impact as share-based compensation expenses are non-deductible for income tax purpose.
The Company believes that non-GAAP financial measures help identify underlying trends in its business by excluding the impact of share-based compensation expenses, which are non-cash charges, and these measures provide useful information about the Company's operating results, enhance the overall understanding of the Company's past performance and future prospects and allow for greater visibility with respect to key metrics used by the Company's management in its financial and operational decision-making.
Non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation or construed as alternative to income from operations, net income, or any other measure of performance or as an indicator of the Company's operating performance. Investors are encouraged to review the historical non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP measures. Non-GAAP financial measures presented here may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies. Other companies may calculate similarly titled measures differently, limiting their usefulness as comparative measures to the Company's data. We encourage investors and others to review its financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure. Reconciliations of the Company's non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP measures are included at the end of this press release.
Exchange Rate
The Company's business is primarily conducted in
Safe Harbor Statement
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VIOMI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD | ||||||
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS | ||||||
(All amounts in thousands, except shares, ADS, per share and per ADS data) | ||||||
As of December 31, | As of June 30, | |||||
2023 | 2024 | 2024 | ||||
RMB | RMB | US$ | ||||
Assets | ||||||
Current assets | ||||||
Cash and cash equivalents | 491,715 | 701,626 | 96,547 | |||
Restricted cash | 144,640 | 206,858 | 28,465 | |||
Short-term deposits | 365,838 | 152,629 | 21,002 | |||
Short-term investments | 70,369 | 60,061 | 8,265 | |||
Accounts and notes receivable from third parties | 226,802 | 181,368 | 24,957 | |||
Accounts receivable from a related party (net of | 324,223 | 375,206 | 51,630 | |||
Other receivables from related parties (net of | 224 | 224 | 31 | |||
Inventories | 442,219 | 389,000 | 53,528 | |||
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 186,672 | 204,747 | 28,174 | |||
Long-term deposits-current portion | 30,000 | 30,000 | 4,128 | |||
Total current assets | 2,282,702 | 2,301,719 | 316,727 | |||
Non-current assets | ||||||
Prepaid expenses and other non-current assets | 18,824 | 18,293 | 2,518 | |||
Property, plant and equipment, net | 342,985 | 327,390 | 45,050 | |||
Deferred tax assets | 10,990 | 9,793 | 1,348 | |||
Intangible assets, net | 10,901 | 9,524 | 1,311 | |||
Right-of-use assets, net | 4,971 | 6,480 | 892 | |||
Land use rights, net | 59,177 | 58,540 | 8,055 | |||
Long-term investment | 23,838 | 27,764 | 3,820 | |||
Total non-current assets | 471,686 | 457,784 | 62,994 | |||
Total assets | 2,754,388 | 2,759,503 | 379,721 | |||
Liabilities and shareholders' equity | ||||||
Current liabilities | ||||||
Short-term borrowing | 100,000 | 120,000 | 16,513 | |||
Accounts and notes payable | 666,333 | 686,681 | 94,490 | |||
Advances from customers | 131,338 | 128,003 | 17,614 | |||
Amount due to related parties | 18,468 | 9,544 | 1,313 | |||
Accrued expenses and other liabilities | 302,214 | 298,698 | 41,103 | |||
Income tax payables | 17,779 | 9,336 | 1,285 | |||
Lease liabilities due within one year | 2,410 | 4,403 | 606 | |||
Long-term borrowing-current portion | 28,029 | 28,870 | 3,973 | |||
Total current liabilities | 1,266,571 | 1,285,535 | 176,897 | |||
Non-current liabilities | ||||||
Accrued expenses and other liabilities - non-current portion | 12,766 | 13,097 | 1,802 | |||
Long-term borrowing | 128,701 | 89,842 | 12,363 | |||
Lease liabilities | 2,713 | 2,602 | 358 | |||
Total non-current liabilities | 144,180 | 105,541 | 14,523 | |||
Total liabilities | 1,410,751 | 1,391,076 | 191,420 | |||
VIOMI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD | ||||||
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (CONTINUED) | ||||||
(All amounts in thousands, except shares, ADS, per share and per ADS data) | ||||||
As of December 31, | As of June 30, | |||||
2023 | 2024 | 2024 | ||||
RMB | RMB | US$ | ||||
Shareholders' equity | ||||||
Class A Ordinary Shares ( | 6 | 6 | 1 | |||
Class B Ordinary Shares ( | 6 | 6 | 1 | |||
Additional paid-in capital | 1,353,634 | 1,364,209 | 187,721 | |||
Retained earnings | 89,711 | 95,696 | 13,169 | |||
Accumulated other comprehensive loss | (14,328) | (6,680) | (919) | |||
Treasury stock | (81,143) | (81,143) | (11,166) | |||
Total equity attributable to shareholders of the | 1,347,886 | 1,372,094 | 188,807 | |||
Non-controlling interests | (4,249) | (3,667) | (506) | |||
Total shareholders' equity | 1,343,637 | 1,368,427 | 188,301 | |||
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity | 2,754,388 | 2,759,503 | 379,721 | |||
VIOMI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD | |||||
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF | |||||
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME | |||||
(All amounts in thousands, except shares, ADS, per share and per ADS data) | |||||
Six Months Ended | |||||
June 30, 2023 | June 30, 2024 | June 30, 2024 | |||
RMB | RMB | US$ | |||
Net revenues: | |||||
A related party | 571,307 | 674,430 | 92,805 | ||
Third parties | 733,084 | 365,728 | 50,326 | ||
Total net revenues | 1,304,391 | 1,040,158 | 143,131 | ||
Cost of revenues | (1,017,584) | (782,075) | (107,617) | ||
Gross profit | 286,807 | 258,083 | 35,514 | ||
Operating expenses | |||||
Research and development expenses | (109,494) | (108,210) | (14,890) | ||
Selling and marketing expenses | (213,544) | (142,930) | (19,668) | ||
General and administrative expenses | (38,801) | (41,208) | (5,670) | ||
Total operating expenses | (361,839) | (292,348) | (40,228) | ||
Other income, net | 6,827 | 20,882 | 2,873 | ||
Loss from operations | (68,205) | (13,383) | (1,841) | ||
Interest income and short-term investment income, net | 15,595 | 13,436 | 1,849 | ||
Other non-operating income | 1,839 | - | - | ||
(Loss) income before income tax expenses | (50,771) | 53 | 8 | ||
Income tax (expenses) credits | (6,513) | 5,516 | 759 | ||
Net (loss) income | (57,284) | 5,569 | 767 | ||
Less: Net loss attributable to the non-controlling interest | (2,358) | (414) | (57) | ||
Net (loss) income attributable to ordinary shareholders | (54,926) | 5,983 | 824 | ||
VIOMI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD | |||||
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF | |||||
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (CONTINUED) | |||||
(All amounts in thousands, except shares, ADS, per share and per ADS data) | |||||
Six Months Ended | |||||
June 30, 2023 | June 30, 2024 | June 30, 2024 | |||
RMB | RMB | US$ | |||
Net (loss) income attributable to ordinary | (54,926) | 5,983 | 824 | ||
Other comprehensive income, net of tax: | |||||
Foreign currency translation adjustment | 23,126 | 7,648 | 1,052 | ||
Total comprehensive (loss) income attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company | (31,800) | 13,631 | 1,876 | ||
Net (loss) income per ADS* | |||||
-Basic | (0.80) | 0.09 | 0.01 | ||
-Diluted | (0.80) | 0.09 | 0.01 | ||
Weighted average number of ADS used in calculating net loss per ADS | |||||
-Basic | 68,944,237 | 68,244,454 | 68,244,454 | ||
-Diluted | 68,944,237 | 68,562,258 | 68,562,258 | ||
Net (loss) income per share attributable to ordinary | |||||
-Basic | (0.27) | 0.03 | 0.00 | ||
-Diluted | (0.27) | 0.03 | 0.00 | ||
Weighted average number of ordinary shares used in | |||||
-Basic | 206,832,712 | 204,733,363 | 204,733,363 | ||
-Diluted | 206,832,712 | 205,686,774 | 205,686,774 | ||
*Each ADS represents 3 ordinary shares. | |||||
(1) Share-based compensation was allocated in operating expenses as follows: | |||||
Six Months Ended | |||||
June 30, 2023 | June 30, 2024 | June 30, 2024 | |||
RMB | RMB | US$ | |||
General and administrative expenses | 1,173 | 2,310 | 318 | ||
Research and development expenses | 131 | 5,538 | 762 | ||
Selling and marketing expenses | (44) | 2,702 | 372 | ||
VIOMI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD | ||||||
Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results | ||||||
(All amounts in thousands, except shares, ADS, per share and per ADS data) | ||||||
Six Months Ended | ||||||
June 30, 2023 | June 30, 2024 | June 30, 2024 | ||||
RMB | RMB | US$ | ||||
Loss from operations | (68,205) | (13,383) | (1,841) | |||
Share-based compensation expenses | 1,260 | 10,550 | 1,452 | |||
Non-GAAP operating loss | (66,945) | (2,833) | (389) | |||
Net (loss) income | (57,284) | 5,569 | 767 | |||
Share-based compensation expenses | 1,260 | 10,550 | 1,452 | |||
Non-GAAP net (loss) income | (56,024) | 16,119 | 2,219 | |||
Net (loss) income attributable to ordinary shareholders of the | (54,926) | 5,983 | 824 | |||
Share-based compensation expenses | 1,260 | 10,550 | 1,452 | |||
Non-GAAP net (loss) income attributable to ordinary | (53,666) | 16,533 | 2,276 | |||
Non-GAAP net (loss) income per ADS | ||||||
-Basic | (0.78) | 0.24 | 0.03 | |||
-Diluted | (0.78) | 0.24 | 0.03 | |||
Weighted average number of ADS used in calculating Non-GAAP | ||||||
-Basic | 68,944,237 | 68,244,454 | 68,244,454 | |||
-Diluted | 68,944,237 | 68,562,258 | 68,562,258 | |||
Non-GAAP net (loss) income per ordinary share | ||||||
-Basic | ||||||
-Diluted | (0.26) | 0.08 | 0.01 | |||
(0.26) | 0.08 | 0.01 | ||||
Weighted average number of ordinary shares used in calculating | ||||||
-Basic | 206,832,712 | 204,733,363 | 204,733,363 | |||
-Diluted | 206,832,712 | 205,686,774 | 205,686,774 | |||
Note: The non-GAAP adjustments do not have any tax impact as share-based compensation expenses are non-deductible for income tax purpose. | ||||||
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