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OTTAWA, CANADA--(Marketwired - July 8, 2015) - DragonWave Inc. DWIDRWI a leading global supplier of packet microwave radio systems for mobile and access networks, today announced financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2016. All figures are in U.S. dollars and were prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP").
Revenue for the first quarter of fiscal year 2016 was $26.3 million, compared with $43.7 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2015 and $28.8 million in the first quarter of fiscal year 2015. Revenue from the Nokia channel represented 52% of revenue in the first quarter of this fiscal year, versus 46% in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2015 and 61% in first quarter of fiscal year 2015.
Gross profit in the first quarter of fiscal year 2016 was 21.1%, compared with 19.4% in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2015 and 20.5% in the first quarter of fiscal year 2015.
Net loss attributable to shareholders in the first quarter of fiscal year 2016 was ($6.0) million or ($0.08) per basic and diluted share. This compares to a net loss attributable to shareholders of ($2.3) million or ($0.03) per basic and diluted share in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2015 and ($6.6) million or ($0.11) per basic and diluted share in the first quarter of fiscal year 2015.
Key achievements in the quarter include:
-- DragonWave Harmony Enhanced solution selected for 3G/4G network in
India;
-- Scaled the manufacturing run rate of our Harmony Enhanced product in
response to strong market demand;
-- Received additional multi-million dollar turnkey purchase orders from
pan-India broadband service provider;
-- Received first small-cell order for another Tier 1 North American
carrier; and
-- Small cell trial activity is increasing with fifteen active trials
worldwide.
"We are pleased with the increased demand as we move into our second quarter. Momentum is such that we anticipate revenue growth of between 30% and 60% in Q2 relative to Q1. From a full year outlook perspective, the start to the year has not been as strong as expected, but we anticipate solid growth in the second half," said DragonWave President and CEO, Peter Allen.
Cash and cash equivalents totaled $18.9 million at the end of the first quarter of fiscal year 2016, compared to $23.7 million at the end of the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2015.
Webcast and Conference Call Details:
The DragonWave management team will discuss the results on a webcast and conference call beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on July 9, 2015.
The live webcast and presentation slides will be available at the Investor Relations section of the DragonWave website at: http://investor.dragonwaveinc.com/events.cfm
An archive of the webcast will be available at the same link.
Conference call dial-in numbers:
Toll-free North America Dial-in: (877) 312-9202
International Dial-in: (408) 774-4000
About DragonWave
DragonWave(R) is a leading provider of high-capacity packet microwave solutions that drive next-generation IP networks. DragonWave's carrier-grade point-to-point packet microwave systems transmit broadband voice, video and data, enabling service providers, government agencies, enterprises and other organizations to meet their increasing bandwidth requirements rapidly and affordably. The principal application of DragonWave's products is wireless network backhaul, including a range of products ideally suited to support the emergence of underlying small cell networks. Additional solutions include leased line replacement, last mile fiber extension and enterprise networks. DragonWave's corporate headquarters is located in Ottawa, Ontario, with sales locations in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North America. For more information, visit http://www.dragonwaveinc.com.
DragonWave(R), Horizon(R) and Avenue(R) are registered trademarks of DragonWave Inc.
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this release constitute forward-looking statements or forward-looking information as defined by applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements include statements as to DragonWave's growth opportunities and the potential benefits of, and demand for, DragonWave's products, as well as our expectations regarding Q2 and full year FY2016 revenues. These statements are subject to certain assumptions, risks and uncertainties, including our view of the relative position of DragonWave's products compared to competitive offerings in the industry. Our guidance on Q2 revenue is subject to assumptions, including the timing of orders from our principal channel partner. Our outlook on full year FY2016 revenues is also subject to assumptions, including the progression of roll-outs with two Tier 1 mobile operators, levels of ongoing demand from our principal channel partner, and the capacity of our supply chain to scale to meet demand.
Forward-looking statements are provided to help external stakeholders understand DragonWave's expectations as of the date of this release and may not be appropriate for other purposes. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such statements. DragonWave's actual results, performance, achievements and developments may differ materially from the results, performance, achievements or developments expressed or implied by such statements, as a result of the risks identified above as well as other risks identified in our publicly filed documents. Material risks and uncertainties relating to our business are described under the heading "Risks and Uncertainties" in the MD&A dated July 8, 2015 and in the Company's Annual Information Form and other public documents filed by DragonWave with Canadian and United States securities regulatory authorities, which are available at www.sedar.com and www.sec.gov, respectively. DragonWave assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by law.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
Expressed in US $000's except share amounts
(Unaudited)
As at As at
May 31, February 28,
2015 2015
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Assets
Current Assets
Cash and cash equivalents 18,908 23,692
Trade receivables 35,925 48,626
Inventory 35,133 24,294
Other current assets 4,708 5,834
Deferred tax asset 61 61
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94,735 102,507
Long Term Assets
Property and equipment 4,671 4,322
Deferred tax asset 1,473 1,485
Deferred financing cost 5 18
Intangible assets 776 794
Goodwill 11,927 11,927
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18,852 18,546
Total Assets 113,587 121,053
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Liabilities
Current Liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued
liabilities 37,506 40,163
Deferred revenue 858 830
Capital lease obligation 583 514
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38,947 41,507
Long Term Liabilities
Debt facility 33,700 32,400
Other long term liabilities 990 1,139
Warrant liability 717 1,239
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35,407 34,778
Shareholders' equity
Capital stock 220,968 220,952
Contributed surplus 8,661 8,388
Deficit (181,875) (175,921)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (9,618) (9,618)
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Total Shareholders' equity 38,136 43,801
Non-controlling interests 1,097 967
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Total Equity 39,233 44,768
Total Liabilities and Equity 113,587 121,053
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Shares issued & outstanding 75,315,330 75,290,818
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
Expressed in US $000's except share and per share amounts
(Unaudited)
Three months ended
May 31, May 31,
2015 2014
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REVENUE 26,340 28,771
Cost of sales 20,791 22,885
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Gross profit 5,549 5,886
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EXPENSES
Research and development 3,885 4,265
Selling and marketing 3,244 3,365
General and administrative 3,834 4,426
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10,963 12,056
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Loss before amortization of intangible
assets and other items (5,414) (6,170)
Amortization of intangible assets (183) (309)
Accretion expense (71) (40)
Interest expense (531) (425)
Gain on change in estimate - 101
Fair value adjustment - warrant
liability 522 150
Foreign exchange (loss) gain (80) 121
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Loss before income taxes (5,757) (6,572)
Income tax expense 67 95
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Net Loss (5,824) (6,667)
Net (Income) Loss Attributable to
Non-Controlling Interest (130) 35
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Net Loss attributable to shareholders (5,954) (6,632)
Net loss per share
Basic (0.08) (0.11)
Diluted (0.08) (0.11)
Weighted Average Shares Outstanding
Basic 75,298,537 58,194,153
Diluted 75,298,537 58,194,153
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Investor Contact:
Russell Frederick
Chief Financial Officer
DragonWave Inc.
rfrederick@dragonwaveinc.com
613-599-9991 ext 2253
Media Contact:
Nadine Kittle
Marketing Communications
DragonWave Inc.
nkittle@dragonwaveinc.com
613-599-9991 ext 2262
Media Contact:
Becky Obbema
Interprose Public Relations
(for DragonWave)
Becky.Obbema@interprosepr.com
(408) 778-2024
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