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Revenue: $2.5 million, a decrease of 51% from $5.1 million in the same quarter last year.
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System Sales and Related Services: $0.7 million, down from $2.6 million in the same period last year.
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DPF and Ceramic Membrane Sales: $1.1 million, compared to $1.6 million in the same period last year.
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Plastics Revenues: $0.7 million, equivalent to Q3 last year.
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Gross Margin: Negative gross loss of $0.2 million, compared to a positive gross margin of $0.9 million last year.
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Operating Expenses: $2.4 million, down from $2.6 million in Q3 of last year.
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Net Loss: $2.8 million, compared to $1.4 million for the comparable period of 2023.
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Cash Balance: Ended the quarter with $4.5 million in cash, with a pro forma cash balance of $13.3 million after a private placement.
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Cost Reduction Plan: Aimed at lowering break-even target to a quarterly revenue run rate of approximately $5.5 million.
Release Date: November 14, 2024
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.
Positive Points
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LiqTech International Inc (NASDAQ:LIQT) has more systems in various phases of testing and piloting than at any point in its history, indicating strong potential for future growth.
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The company has successfully placed pilot units in key markets, including oil and gas, petrochemicals, and lithium brine production, showcasing the versatility and demand for its technology.
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LiqTech International Inc (NASDAQ:LIQT) has established a joint venture in China to expand its presence in the marine water treatment market, which is a significant growth opportunity.
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The company has implemented a cost reduction plan, lowering its break-even target and demonstrating a commitment to financial discipline.
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LiqTech International Inc (NASDAQ:LIQT) ended the quarter with a solid balance sheet, holding a pro forma cash balance of more than $13 million, providing financial stability and flexibility.
Negative Points
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A large commercial produced water treatment project in North America was delayed, significantly impacting third-quarter results and causing a 51% revenue decrease compared to the same quarter last year.
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The company experienced a slowdown in its DPF and ceramic membrane business, attributed to temporary market conditions and customer hesitancy due to potential interest rate cuts.
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Revenue from system sales and related services decreased significantly, from $2.6 million in the same period last year to $0.7 million this quarter.
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The delivery of swimming pool systems fell short of expectations, highlighting challenges in this segment.
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Net loss for the quarter increased to $2.8 million compared to $1.4 million for the same period in 2023, indicating ongoing profitability challenges.