Zepp Health Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2024 Unaudited Financial Results
Rhea-AI Summary
Zepp Health reported Q3 2024 financial results with revenues of US$42.5 million, representing a 48.9% decrease year-over-year. The company achieved a 40.6% gross margin, its highest quarterly margin, despite reporting a net loss of US$13.3 million. Amazfit branded sales showed a 10% quarter-over-quarter increase, marking the highest sequential growth in 2024. The company's T-Rex3 smartwatch launch received positive market feedback, while total units shipped decreased to 0.7 million from 2.8 million in Q3 2023. For Q4 2024, Zepp expects revenues between US$55-70 million, representing 29-65% growth for self-branded products compared to Q3.
Positive
- Record-high quarterly gross margin of 40.6%, up from 33.9% in Q3 2023
- 10% quarter-over-quarter increase in Amazfit branded sales
- Strong cash position maintained at US$127.7 million
- Efficient inventory management with 29% YoY reduction
Negative
- Revenue declined 48.9% YoY to US$42.5 million
- Net loss of US$13.3 million compared to net income of US$0.3 million in Q3 2023
- Units shipped decreased to 0.7 million from 2.8 million YoY
- Operating loss of US$12.5 million vs operating income of US$1.4 million in Q3 2023
- Foreign exchange loss of US$1.0 million in Q3 2024
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Mr. Wang 'Wayne' Huang, Chairman and CEO of Zepp, commented, "I'm pleased to report that this quarter our Amazfit branded sales had a
Wang added, "Furthermore, introducing the Amazfit UP OWS (Open Wearable Stereo) earbuds has expanded our product ecosystem and enhanced the user experience allowing them to hear background sounds clearly while using UP earbuds for outdoor activities to enhance their safety. Additionally, we have made significant advancements in our software capabilities, with the latest updates on Zepp OS and the redesign of our Zepp App interface to enhance functionality and user engagement which received positive feedback from media and users widely.
These developments reaffirm our commitment to innovation and meeting the evolving needs of our customers. We are particularly proud to be named as the official wearable partner and timekeeper of HYROX, the World Series of Fitness Racing, reaching over 300,000 participants per season across EU and US regions. On the marketing front, we are expanding the size of our Amazfit Athletes, this quarter we newly partnered with Spain Padel Athlete Bea Gonzalez, American Hyrox Hunter and Meg and others. These developments reaffirm our commitment to innovation and meeting the evolving needs of our customers. Looking ahead, we remain confident in our strategic direction. With a strong pipeline of new products, continued investments in R&D and marketing, and an unwavering focus on operational excellence, we are well-positioned to drive sustainable growth and create long-term value for our shareholders."
Mr. Leon Deng, Zepp's Chief Financial Officer, added, "In the third quarter, our financial results continued to demonstrate the effectiveness of our refined operational strategies and rigorous cost management. We reported the highest sequential revenue growth in the year, overcoming the supply constraints of our newly launched T-Rex 3 and achieved the highest gross margin in our company's history, reflecting our ongoing improvements in product mix and operational efficiencies. While we maintained a consistent approach in aligning our operating expenses with strategic objectives, during this quarter, we frontloaded certain marketing expenditures, helping to build brand awareness and promote our sales in the long run. As a result, we reported a net loss, largely driven by cost coverage issues and negative foreign currency results, but with the successful new product launches, we are confident in the recovery of our profitability growth momentum. Furthermore, our cash balance remained at a similar level compared to the previous quarter, partially attributed to our tight working capital management. This achievement not only demonstrates our capability to adapt swiftly to fluctuating market demands but also positions us to reduce operational risks and enhance financial flexibility. Last but not the least, we will continue executing our share repurchase program to demonstrate our confidence on the company's long-term strategy."
Third Quarter 2024 Financial Summary
For the Three Months Ended | For the Nine Months Ended | |||||
Number in millions, except for percentages and | Sept. 30, | Sept. 30, 2023 | Sept. 30, | Sept. 30, 2023 | ||
Revenue (US$) | 42.5 | 83.1 | 123.1 | 269.9 | ||
Gross margin | 40.6 % | 33.9 % | 39.3 % | 23.5 % | ||
Operating (loss)/income (US$) | (12.5) | 1.4 | (38.3) | (31.1) | ||
Net (loss)/income (US$) | (13.3) | 0.3 | (38.9) | (29.8) | ||
Adjusted EBIT (US$)[1] | (12.3) | 3.0 | (33.8) | (25.0) | ||
Net (loss)/income attributable to Zepp Health | (13.3) | 0.3 | (38.9) | (29.7) | ||
Adjusted net (loss)/income attributable to Zepp | (12.6) | 2.2 | (35.0) | (22.7) | ||
Basic/diluted net (loss)/income per ADS (US$)[3] | (0.82) | 0.02 | (2.40) | (1.95) | ||
Adjusted basic/diluted net (loss)/income per ADS | (0.78) | 0.14 | (2.16) | (1.49) | ||
Units shipped in millions | 0.7 | 2.8 | 3.2 | 10.0 | ||
[1] Adjusted EBIT is a non-GAAP financial measure, which is defined as net loss, excluding (i) share-based compensation expenses, (ii) income tax (benefit)/ expense, (iii) interest income, (iv) interest expense. |
[2] Adjusted net (loss)/income attributable to Zepp Health Corporation is a non-GAAP measure, which excludes share-based compensation expenses. The tax effect from the adjustment of the share-based compensation expenses is nil. See "Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" at the end of this press release. |
[3] One ADS represents sixteen Class A ordinary shares. The ADS figures give effect to the ADS to share ratio change, as described in "Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results—Shares Outstanding". |
[4] Adjusted diluted net (loss)/income is the abbreviation of adjusted net (loss)/income attributable to Zepp Health Corporation, which is a non-GAAP measure and excludes share-based compensation expenses attributable to Zepp Health Corporation, and is used as the numerator in computation of adjusted basic and diluted net loss per ADS attributable to Zepp Health Corporation. |
Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results
Revenues
Revenues for the third quarter of 2024 reached
Total units shipped in the third quarter of 2024 was 0.7 million, compared with 2.8 million in the third quarter of 2023.
Gross Margin
Gross margin in the third quarter of 2024 was
Research and Development Expenses
Research and development expenses in the third quarter of 2024 were
Selling and Marketing Expenses
Selling and marketing expenses in the third quarter of 2024 were
The increase was primarily due to the launch of various marketing campaigns for our products, as well as the expansion of our Amazfit Athletes team by partnering with renowned athletes to build brand recognition. At the same time, we consistently pushed on retail profitability and channel mix improvement, which included meticulous refinement of our retail channels and strategic staffing arrangements across sales regions. We are committed to investing efficiently in marketing and branding to ensure our sustainable growth.
General and Administrative Expenses
General and administrative expenses were
Operating Expenses
Total operating expenses for the third quarter of 2024 were
Operating Income/(Loss)
Operating loss for the third quarter of 2024 was
Net Income/(Loss)
Net loss attributable to Zepp Health Corporation for the third quarter of 2024 was
Liquidity and Capital Resources
As of September 30, 2024, the Company had cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash of
The Company continued to manage its working capital and inventory efficiently and recorded inventory of
Shares Outstanding
As of September 30, 2024, the Company had a total of 234.0 million ordinary shares outstanding, representing the equivalent of 14.6 million ADSs assuming the conversion of all ordinary shares into ADSs.
The Company changed the ratio of its American Depositary Shares ("ADSs") to its Class A ordinary shares (the "ADS Ratio") from the previous ADS Ratio of one ADS representing four Class A ordinary shares to a new ADS Ratio of one ADS representing sixteen Class A ordinary shares. The change in the ADS Ratio took effect on September 16, 2024 (
Share Repurchase Program Update
The Company announced in its third quarter 2021 earnings release that the board had authorized a share repurchase program of up to
Outlook
For the fourth quarter of 2024, the Company's management currently expects net revenues to be between
This outlook is based on current market conditions and reflects the Company's current and preliminary estimates of market, operating conditions and customer demand, which are all subject to change.
Conference Call
The Company's management team will hold a conference call at 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, November 18, 2024 (9:30 a.m. Beijing Time on November 19, 2024) to discuss financial results and answer questions from investors and analysts. Listeners may access the call by dialing:
US (Toll Free): | +1-888-346-8982 |
International: | +1-412-902-4272 |
Mainland | 400-120-1203 |
800-905-945 | |
+852-3018-4992 |
Participants should dial in at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time and ask to be connected to the call for "Zepp Health Corporation".
Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available at http://ir.zepp.com.
A telephone replay will be available one hour after the call until November 25, 2024 by dialing:
US Toll Free: | +1-877-344-7529 |
International: | +1-412-317-0088 |
Replay Passcode: | 5720021 |
About Zepp Health Corporation
Zepp Health Corporation (NYSE: ZEPP) is a global smart wearable and health technology leader, empowering users to live their healthiest lives by optimizing their health, fitness, and wellness journeys through its leading consumer brands, Amazfit, Zepp Clarity and Zepp Aura. Powered by its proprietary Zepp Digital Management Platform, which includes the Zepp OS, AI chips, biometric sensors and data algorithms, Zepp delivers cloud-based 24/7 actionable insights and guidance to help users attain their wellness goals. To date, Zepp has shipped over 200 million units, and its products are available in more than 90 countries and regions. Founded in 2013 as Huami Corp., the Company changed its name to Zepp Health Corporation in February 2021 to emphasize its health focus with a name that resonates across languages and cultures globally. Zepp has team members and offices across globe, especially in
Use of Non-GAAP Measures
We use adjusted net income/(loss), a non-GAAP financial measure, in evaluating our operating results and for financial and operational decision-making purposes. Adjusted operating expenses represent operating expenses excluding share-based compensation expenses. Adjusted operating income/(loss) represents operating income/(loss) excluding share-based compensation expenses. Adjusted EBIT represents net income/(loss) excluding share-based compensation expenses, income tax (benefit)/expense, interest income and interest expense. Adjusted net income/(loss) represents net income/(loss) excluding share-based compensation expenses, and such adjustment has no impact on income tax. Adjusted net income/(loss) attributable to Zepp Health Corporation is a non-GAAP measure, which excludes share-based compensation expenses attributable to Zepp Health Corporation, and is used as the numerator in computation of adjusted net income/(loss) per share and per ADS attributable to Zepp Health Corporation.
We believe that adjusted net income/(loss), adjusted EBIT and adjusted net income/(loss) attributable to Zepp Health Corporation help identify underlying trends in our business that could otherwise be distorted by the effect of certain expenses that we include in net income/(loss) and net income/(loss) attributable to Zepp Health Corporation. We believe that adjusted net income/(loss), adjusted EBIT and adjusted net income/(loss) attributable to Zepp Health Corporation provides useful information about our operating results, enhances the overall understanding of our past performance and future prospects and allows for greater visibility with respect to key metrics used by our management in its financial and operational decision-making.
Adjusted net income/(loss), adjusted EBIT and adjusted net income/(loss) attributable to Zepp Health Corporation, should not be considered in isolation or construed as an alternative to net income/(loss), basic and diluted net income/(loss) per share and per ADS attributable to Zepp Health Corporation or any other measure of performance or as an indicator of our operating performance. Investors are encouraged to review the historical non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP measures. Adjusted net income/(loss), adjusted EBIT and adjusted net income/(loss) attributable to ordinary shareholders, 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 our data. We encourage investors and others to review our financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure.
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Zepp Health Corporation | ||||
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS | ||||
(Amounts in thousands of | ||||
except for number of shares and per share data, or otherwise noted) | ||||
As of December 31, | As of September 30, | |||
2023 | 2024 | |||
US$ | US$ | |||
Assets | ||||
Current assets: | ||||
Cash and cash equivalents | 133,669 | 114,173 | ||
Restricted cash | 6,800 | 13,567 | ||
Accounts receivable, net | 60,727 | 42,329 | ||
Amounts due from related parties | 8,605 | 3,057 | ||
Inventories, net | 84,887 | 76,579 | ||
Short-term investments | 5,153 | 4,894 | ||
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 16,891 | 18,820 | ||
Total current assets | 316,732 | 273,419 | ||
Property, plant and equipment, net | 8,929 | 7,688 | ||
Intangible asset, net | 9,868 | 8,238 | ||
Goodwill | 9,581 | 9,581 | ||
Long-term investments | 238,540 | 242,637 | ||
Deferred tax assets | 32,401 | 32,430 | ||
Amount due from related parties, non-current | 2,951 | 3,343 | ||
Other non-current assets | 9,698 | 7,271 | ||
Operating lease right-of-use assets | 6,819 | 4,187 | ||
Total assets | 635,519 | 588,794 | ||
Zepp Health Corporation | ||||
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS - CONTINUED | ||||
(Amounts in thousands of | ||||
except for number of shares and per share data, or otherwise noted) | ||||
As of December 31, | As of September 30, | |||
2023 | 2024 | |||
US$ | US$ | |||
Liabilities | ||||
Current liabilities: | ||||
Accounts payable | 37,286 | 32,179 | ||
Advance from customers | 233 | 235 | ||
Amount due to related parties | 3,475 | 3,229 | ||
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities | 44,450 | 35,188 | ||
Income tax payables | 986 | 179 | ||
Notes payable | 66,991 | 74,046 | ||
Short-term bank borrowings | 1,690 | 80,512 | ||
Total current liabilities | 155,111 | 225,568 | ||
Deferred tax liabilities | 4,169 | 4,132 | ||
Long-term borrowings | 120,020 | 41,193 | ||
Other non-current liabilities | 270 | 49 | ||
Non-current operating lease liabilities | 3,197 | 2,310 | ||
Total liabilities | 282,767 | 273,252 | ||
Zepp Health Corporation | ||||
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS - CONTINUED | ||||
(Amounts in thousands of | ||||
except for number of shares and per share data, or otherwise noted) | ||||
As of December 31, | As of September 30, | |||
2023 | 2024 | |||
US$ | US$ | |||
Equity | ||||
Ordinary shares | 26 | 26 | ||
Additional paid-in capital | 273,386 | 276,956 | ||
Treasury stock | (12,874) | (14,543) | ||
Accumulated retained earnings | 104,351 | 65,494 | ||
Accumulated other comprehensive loss | (14,008) | (13,763) | ||
Total Zepp Health Corporation shareholders' equity | 350,881 | 314,170 | ||
Noncontrolling interest | 1,871 | 1,372 | ||
Total equity | 352,752 | 315,542 | ||
Total liabilities and equity | 635,519 | 588,794 | ||
Zepp Health Corporation | |||||
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS | |||||
(Amounts in thousands of | |||||
except for number of shares and per share data, or otherwise noted) | |||||
For the Three Months Ended September 30, | |||||
2023 | 2024 | ||||
US$ | US$ | ||||
Revenues | 83,111 | 42,462 | |||
Cost of revenues | (54,942) | (25,218) | |||
Gross profit | 28,169 | 17,244 | |||
Operating expenses: | |||||
Selling and marketing | (9,756) | (11,896) | |||
General and administrative | (6,669) | (7,026) | |||
Research and development | (10,365) | (10,859) | |||
Total operating expenses | (26,790) | (29,781) | |||
Operating income/(loss) | 1,379 | (12,537) | |||
Other income and expenses: | |||||
Interest income | 812 | 941 | |||
Interest expense | (1,612) | (1,289) | |||
Other expense, net | (239) | (84) | |||
(Loss)/gain from fair value change of long-term investments | (76) | 175 | |||
Investment income | 119 | - | |||
Income/(loss) before income tax and loss from equity method | 383 | (12,794) | |||
Income tax expenses | (66) | - | |||
Income/(loss) before income from equity method investments | 317 | (12,794) | |||
Net loss from equity method investments | (51) | (465) | |||
Net income/(loss) | 266 | (13,259) | |||
Less: Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest | (27) | (8) | |||
Net income/(loss) attributable to Zepp Health Corporation | 293 | (13,251) | |||
Net income/(loss) per share attributable to Zepp Health | |||||
Basic income/(loss) per ordinary share | 0.001 | (0.05) | |||
Diluted income/(loss) per ordinary share | 0.001 | (0.05) | |||
Net income/(loss) per ADS (16 ordinary shares equal to 1 ADS)[3] | |||||
ADS – basic | 0.02 | (0.82) | |||
ADS – diluted | 0.02 | (0.82) | |||
Weighted average number of shares used in computing net Ordinary share – basic |
243,154,138 | 258,386,436 | |||
Ordinary share – diluted | 256,149,311 | 258,386,436 | |||
Zepp Health Corporation | ||||
Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results | ||||
(Amounts in thousands of | ||||
except for number of shares and per share data, or otherwise noted) | ||||
For the Three Months Ended September 30, | ||||
2023 | 2024 | |||
US$ | US$ | |||
Total operating expenses | (26,790) | (29,781) | ||
Share-based compensation expenses[2] | 1,906 | 638 | ||
Total adjusted operating expenses | (24,884) | (29,143) | ||
Operating income/(loss) | 1,379 | (12,537) | ||
Share-based compensation expenses | 1,906 | 638 | ||
Adjusted operating income/(loss) | 3,285 | (11,899) | ||
Net income/(loss) | 266 | (13,259) | ||
Share-based compensation expenses | 1,906 | 638 | ||
Income tax expenses | 66 | - | ||
Interest income | (812) | (941) | ||
Interest expense | 1,612 | 1,289 | ||
Adjusted EBIT | 3,038 | (12,273) | ||
Net income/(loss) attributable to Zepp Health | 293 | (13,251) | ||
Share-based compensation expenses | 1,906 | 638 | ||
Adjusted net income/(loss) attributable to Zepp Health | 2,199 | (12,613) | ||
Adjusted net income/(loss) per share attributable to | ||||
Adjusted basic income/(loss) per ordinary share | 0.01 | (0.05) | ||
Adjusted diluted income/(loss) per ordinary share | 0.01 | (0.05) | ||
Adjusted net income/(loss) per ADS (16 ordinary | ||||
ADS – basic | 0.14 | (0.78) | ||
ADS – diluted | 0.14 | (0.78) | ||
Weighted average number of shares used in computing | ||||
Ordinary share – basic | 243,154,138 | 258,386,436 | ||
Ordinary share – diluted | 256,149,311 | 258,386,436 | ||
Share-based compensation expenses included | ||||
Selling and marketing | 183 | 31 | ||
General and administrative | 838 | 340 | ||
Research and development | 885 | 267 | ||
Total | 1,906 | 638 | ||
Zepp Health Corporation | |||||
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS | |||||
(Amounts in thousands of | |||||
except for number of shares and per share data, or otherwise noted) | |||||
For the Nine Months Ended September 30, | |||||
2023 | 2024 | ||||
US$ | US$ | ||||
Revenues | 269,853 | 123,061 | |||
Cost of revenues | (206,329) | (74,756) | |||
Gross profit | 63,524 | 48,305 | |||
Operating expenses:
| |||||
Selling and marketing | (32,543) | (33,220) | |||
General and administrative | (21,678) | (18,299) | |||
Research and development | (40,379) | (35,098) | |||
Total operating expenses | (94,600) | (86,617) | |||
Operating loss | (31,076) | (38,312) | |||
Other income and expenses: | |||||
Interest income | 2,264 | 2,901 | |||
Interest expense | (5,314) | (4,105) | |||
Other (expense)/income, net | (641) | 111 | |||
Gain from fair value change of long-term investments | 922 | 1,978 | |||
Investment income | 153 | - | |||
Loss before income tax and loss from equity method investments | (33,692) | (37,427) | |||
Income tax benefits/(expenses) | 5,205 | (119) | |||
Loss before income from equity method investments | (28,487) | (37,546) | |||
Net loss from equity method investments | (1,335) | (1,361) | |||
Net loss | (29,822) | (38,907) | |||
Less: Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest | (81) | (50) | |||
Net loss attributable to Zepp Health Corporation | (29,741) | (38,857) | |||
Net loss per share attributable to Zepp Health Corporation | |||||
Basic loss per ordinary share | (0.12) | (0.15) | |||
Diluted loss per ordinary share | (0.12) | (0.15) | |||
Net loss per ADS (16 ordinary shares equal to 1 ADS)[3] | |||||
ADS – basic | (1.95) | (2.40) | |||
ADS – diluted | (1.95) | (2.40) | |||
Weighted average number of shares used in computing net loss per Ordinary share – basic | 243,679,883 | 259,433,512 | |||
Ordinary share – diluted | 243,679,883 | 259,433,512 | |||
Zepp Health Corporation | ||||
Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results | ||||
(Amounts in thousands of | ||||
except for number of shares and per share data, or otherwise noted) | ||||
For the Nine Months Ended September 30, | ||||
2023 | 2024 | |||
US$ | US$ | |||
Total operating expenses | (94,600) | (86,617) | ||
Share-based compensation expenses[2] | 7,013 | 3,827 | ||
Total adjusted operating expenses | (87,587) | (82,790) | ||
Operating loss | (31,076) | (38,312) | ||
Share-based compensation expenses | 7,013 | 3,827 | ||
Adjusted operating loss | (24,063) | (34,485) | ||
Net loss | (29,822) | (38,907) | ||
Share-based compensation expenses | 7,013 | 3,827 | ||
Income tax (benefits)/expenses | (5,205) | 119 | ||
Interest income | (2,264) | (2,901) | ||
Interest expense | 5,314 | 4,105 | ||
Adjusted EBIT | (24,964) | (33,757) | ||
Net loss attributable to Zepp Health Corporation | (29,741) | (38,857) | ||
Share-based compensation expenses | 7,013 | 3,827 | ||
Adjusted net loss attributable to Zepp Health | (22,728) | (35,030) | ||
Adjusted net loss per share attributable to | ||||
Adjusted basic loss per ordinary share | (0.09) | (0.14) | ||
Adjusted diluted loss per ordinary share | (0.09) | (0.14) | ||
Adjusted net loss per ADS (16 ordinary shares equal to | ||||
ADS – basic | (1.49) | (2.16) | ||
ADS – diluted | (1.49) | (2.16) | ||
Weighted average number of shares used in computing | ||||
Ordinary share – basic | 243,679,883 | 259,433,512 | ||
Ordinary share – diluted | 243,679,883 | 259,433,512 | ||
Share-based compensation expenses included | ||||
Selling and marketing | 497 | 368 | ||
General and administrative | 3,154 | 1,812 | ||
Research and development | 3,362 | 1,647 | ||
Total | 7,013 | 3,827 | ||
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