12.7% increase in total revenue as compared to Q1 2023
79.1% increase in advertising revenue as compared to Q1 2023
38.0% increase in subscriptions revenue as compared to Q1 2023
Net investment gains of $3.1M from our investment portfolio
Ended the quarter with total cash, cash equivalents, and investments of $44.9M
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - May 29, 2024) - EarthLabs Inc.(TSXV: SPOT) (OTCQX: SPOFF) (FSE: 8EK0) ("EarthLabs" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the unaudited consolidated financial results for three months ended March 31, 2024 of the Company (the "Financial Results").
Highlights for the three-months period ended March 31, 2024:
Completed the quarter with total cash and cash equivalents, due from brokers, investments and equity investments of $44,871,206 as compared to $42,943,109 as at December 31, 2023;
Advertising revenue of $1,415,686 as compared to $790,494 for the three months ended March 31, 2023;
Subscription revenue of $303,873 as compared to $220,251 for the three months ended March 31, 2023;
Net investment gains of $3,310,372 from our investment portfolio as compared to net investment gains of $3,428,775 for the three months ended March 31, 2023;
Net income and comprehensive income of $1,605,886 (basic earnings per share of $0.01) as compared to $2,265,931 (basic earnings per share of $0.02) for the three months ended March 31, 2023.
"This quarter has been a testament to EarthLabs' resilience and foresight, amid an evolving market landscape," said Denis Laviolette, Executive Chairman and CEO of EarthLabs. "Our significant growth in both advertising and subscription revenues underscores our expanding influence in the commodities sector. The current surge in the global commodities market presents a unique opportunity, and EarthLabs is positioned to capitalize on this trend through innovative solutions and strategic acquisitions. By continually enhancing our media portfolio and investing in cutting-edge technology, we are not only keeping pace with industry changes but also driving them. Our goal remains steadfast: to provide unmatched value and service to our clients while setting new standards in the mining and technology sectors. The strong financial performance of Q1 2024 marks just the beginning of what promises to be a year of growth and achievement for EarthLabs."
Summary of financial results
The following are selected interim condensed consolidated financial results as at and for the three ended March 31, 2024, with comparatives:
Interim condensed consolidated statements of income and comprehensive income highlights
Three months ended March 31,
2024
2023
Advertising revenue
$
1,415,686
$
790,494
Subscriptions revenue
303,873
220,251
Sales of exploration maps
64,703
88,310
Net investment gains
3,310,372
3,428,775
Other income
278,246
241,514
Operating, general and administrative
(2,633,349
)
(1,738,610
)
Research and development expenses
(719,786
)
(410,546
)
Total expenses
(3,390,246
)
(2,154,236
)
Loss from equity investment
(14,840
)
(46,302
)
Income tax expense
(361,908
)
(302,8750
)
Net income and comprehensive income for the period
1,605,886
2,265,931
Earnings per common share for the period - basic and diluted
0.01
0.02
Interim condensed consolidated statements of financial position highlights
March 31, 2024
December 31, 2023
Cash and cash equivalents
$
3,718,852
$
5,227,657
Due from brokers
987,026
485,949
Accounts receivable, net of expected credit losses
504,355
120,253
Investments, at fair value
38,041,816
35,091,151
Equity investment
2,123,512
2,138,352
Income tax receivable
877,989
854,023
Property, equipment and right-of-use assets
1,269,992
1,252,737
Intangible Assets
3,019,303
3,127,000
Goodwill
624,290
624,290
Total assets
51,512,266
49,251,445
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
1,269,315
1,287,021
Deferred revenue
2,055,281
1,921,102
Total promissory note
998,868
980,971
Total lease liabilities
1,125,643
1,155,154
Deferred tax liabilities
590,564
204,690
Total liabilities
6,136,285
5,589,812
Share capital, contributed surplus, and warrants
52,332,819
52,224,357
Deficit
(6,956,838
)
(8,562,724
)
About EarthLabs Inc.
EarthLabs Inc. (TSXV: SPOT) (OTCQX: SPOFF) (FSE: 8EK0) is a mining investment, technology, and media company that aims to provide strategic leverage to the metals and mining sector through investments, royalties and a full suite of data-driven media SaaS tools and services.
For further information please contact:
Denis Laviolette Executive Chairman and CEO EarthLabs Inc. Tel: 647-345-7720 Email: investors@earthlabs.com
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