LOS ALTOS, Calif., July 31, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DSP Group®, Inc. (Nasdaq:DSPG), a leading global provider of wireless chipset solutions for converged communications, announced today its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2014.
Financial Results Highlights:
- Non-GAAP diluted EPS of $0.12 and GAAP diluted EPS of $0.05, both exceeding guidance
- Second quarter revenues of approximately $36.3 million, above mid-point of guidance
- Gross margins of 40.7%, exceeding the high end of guidance
- Maintained positive non-GAAP operating income for the seventh consecutive quarter
- Non-GAAP net income of $2.8 million, representing the ninth consecutive quarter of non-GAAP net income
- GAAP net income of $1.1 million, exceeding GAAP net income for the same period last year
- Generated $5.5 million in cash flows from operating activities
- Repurchased 313,000 shares for a total consideration of $2.6 million
- Net cash and cash equivalents of $120 million
Management Comments:
Commenting on the results, Ofer Elyakim, CEO of DSP Group, stated, "We are delighted that our investment in new products is paying off and contributing to our strong financial results. In particular, our Office/VoIP products achieved record revenues and the major design wins we secured this year give us high confidence that the growth in this and other segments will continue."
Mr. Elyakim added, "We remain well positioned to meet the key milestones we have set forth for this fiscal year and subsequently reach an inflection point in our business in 2015."
Products and Market Highlights:
- Record high Office/VoIP segment quarterly revenues at $3.8 million, exceeding guidance
- A leading OEM in China chose DVF99 SoC for its new IP Phone products
- Two Tier 1 OEMs launched IP phones based on DSP Group's VoIP SoCs
- Record quarterly shipments of DECT/CAT-iq products for DECT-enabled HGWs
- DHX91 ULE SoC in mass production; powers a Tier 1 OEM smart home ULE based system
- Cablevision launched HD Voice services and products powered by DSP Group SoCs
2014 Second Quarter Results:
GAAP Results:
Net income for the second quarter of 2014 was $1,088,000 on revenues of $36,276,000, compared to a net income of $750,000 on revenues of $40,692,000 for the same period last year. EPS for the second quarter of 2014 were $0.05 per share, as compared to EPS of $0.03 per share for the second quarter of 2013.
Non-GAAP Results:
Non-GAAP net income and diluted EPS for the second quarter of 2014 were $2,849,000 and $0.12 per share, respectively, as compared to non-GAAP net income of $3,520,000 and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $0.15 per share for the second quarter of 2013. Non-GAAP net income and diluted EPS for the second quarter of 2014 excluded the impact of amortization of acquired intangible assets of $397,000 associated with the acquisitions of NXP's CIPT business and BoneTone, equity-based compensation expenses of $1,461,000 and amortization of deferred tax liability related to intangible assets acquired in the BoneTone acquisition in the amount of $97,000.
Non-GAAP net income and diluted EPS for the second quarter of 2013 excluded the impact of amortization of acquired intangible assets of $418,000 associated with the acquisitions of NXP's CIPT business and BoneTone, equity-based compensation expenses of $1,045,000, amortization of deferred tax liability related to intangible assets acquired in the BoneTone acquisition in the amount of $96,000 and proxy contest related expenses of $1,403,000.
Earnings Conference Call:
DSP Group will discuss its second quarter financial results, along with its outlook and guidance for the third quarter of 2014, on its conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET today, and invites you to listen via our conference call or a live broadcast over the Internet.
Investors may access the conference call by dialing +1 877 280 1254 (domestic US) or +1 646 254 3363 (international) approximately 10 minutes prior to the starting time. The password is DSP Group. The broadcast via the Internet can be accessed by all interested parties through the Investor Relations section of DSP Group's website at www.dspg.com or link to: http://www.media-server.com/m/p/mag3nvd5
A replay of the conference call will be available for a week following the call. To listen to the session, please dial +1 347 366 9565 (domestic US) or +44 203 427 0598 (international) and enter the company access code: 8312192#
For more information, please contact Dror Levy, CFO, at: Office: +972-9-952-9699 Email: dror.levy@dspg.com
Presentation on non-GAAP Net Income Calculation
The Company believes that the non-GAAP presentation of net income and diluted EPS presented in this press release is useful to investors in comparing results for the quarter ended June 30, 2014 to the same period in 2013 because the exclusion of the above noted expenses may provide a more meaningful analysis of the Company's core operating results. Further, the Company believes it is useful to investors to understand how the expenses associated with equity-based compensation expenses are reflected on its statements of income.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains statements that qualify as "forward-looking statements" under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including Mr. Elyakim's statements that the company's investment in new products are paying off and contributing to its strong financial results and confidence that growth of the Office and other segments will continue, as well as his statement that DSP Group remains well positioned to meet the key milestones it has set for this fiscal year and subsequently reaching an inflection point in its business in 2015. In addition, the events described in these forward-looking statements may not actually arise as a result of various factors, including the timing and ability of the consumer electronics market to recover and the corresponding recovery of DSP Group's customers; unexpected delays in the commercial launch of new products; slower than expected change in the nature of residential communications domain; DSP Group's ability to manage costs, DSP Group's ability to develop and produce new products at competitive costs and in a timely manner or the ability of such products to achieve broad market acceptance; and general market demand for products that incorporate DSP Group's technology in the market. These factors and other factors which may affect future operating results or DSP Group's stock price are discussed under "RISK FACTORS" in the Form 10-K for fiscal 2013, as well as other reports DSP Group has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and which are available on DSP Group's website (www.dspg.com) under Investor Relations. DSP Group assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements or information, which speak as of their respective dates.
About DSP Group
DSP Group®, Inc. (Nasdaq:DSPG) is a leading global provider of wireless chipset solutions for converged communications. Delivering semiconductor system solutions with software and hardware reference designs, DSP Group enables OEMs/ODMs, consumer electronics (CE) manufacturers and service providers to cost-effectively develop new revenue-generating products with fast time to market.
At the forefront of semiconductor innovation and operational excellence for over two decades, DSP Group provides a broad portfolio of wireless chipsets integrating DECT/CAT-iq, ULE, Wi-Fi, PSTN, HDClear™, video and VoIP technologies.
DSP Group enables converged voice, audio, video and data connectivity across diverse mobile, consumer and enterprise products – from mobile devices, connected multimedia screens, and home automation & security to cordless phones, VoIP systems, and home gateways. Leveraging industry-leading experience and expertise, DSP Group partners with CE manufacturers and service providers to shape the future of converged communications at home, office and on the go.
For more information, visit www.dspg.com.
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| CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME | ||||
| (In thousands, except per share amounts) | ||||
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Three Months Ended June 30, |
Six Months Ended June 30, |
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| 2014 | 2013 | 2014 | 2013 | |
| (Unaudited) | (Unaudited) | (Unaudited) | (Unaudited) | |
| Revenues | $ 36,276 | $ 40,692 | $ 69,162 | $ 80,342 |
| Cost of revenues | 21,495 | 24,530 | 41,367 | 48,474 |
| Gross profit | 14,781 | 16,162 | 27,795 | 31,868 |
| Operating expenses: | ||||
| Research and development, net | 8,025 | 9,183 | 16,230 | 18,334 |
| Sales and marketing | 2,947 | 2,674 | 6,033 | 5,725 |
| General and administrative | 2,644 | 3,848 | 5,361 | 6,470 |
| Amortization of intangible assets | 397 | 418 | 794 | 836 |
| Total operating expenses | 14,013 | 16,123 | 28,418 | 31,365 |
| Operating income (loss) | 768 | 39 | (623) | 503 |
| Financial income, net | 297 | 755 | 709 | 1,325 |
| Income before taxes on income | 1,065 | 794 | 86 | 1,828 |
| Taxes on income (income tax benefit) | (23) | 44 | (14) | (94) |
| Net income | $1,088 | $750 | $100 | $1,922 |
| Net earnings per share: | ||||
| Basic | $ 0.05 | $ 0.03 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.09 |
| Diluted | $ 0.05 | $ 0.03 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.09 |
| Weighted average number of shares used in per share computations of net income per share: | ||||
| Basic | 21,983 | 22,059 | 22,180 | 21,978 |
| Diluted | 23,035 | 22,875 | 22,706 | 22,561 |
| Unaudited Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures | ||||
| (In thousands, except per share amounts) | ||||
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Three Months Ended June 30, |
Six Months Ended June 30, |
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| 2014 | 2013 | 2014 | 2013 | |
| Unaudited | Unaudited | Unaudited | Unaudited | |
| GAAP net income | $1,088 | $750 | $100 | $1,922 |
| Equity-based compensation expense included in cost of revenues | 84 | 63 | 166 | 126 |
| Equity-based compensation expense included in research and development, net | 657 | 470 | 1,301 | 938 |
| Equity-based compensation expense included in sales and marketing | 169 | 133 | 331 | 268 |
| Equity-based compensation expense included in general and administrative | 551 | 379 | 1,106 | 756 |
| Amortization of intangible assets | 397 | 418 | 794 | 836 |
| Proxy contest related expenses | -- | 1,403 | -- | 1,403 |
| Amortization of deferred tax liability related to intangible assets | (97) | (96) | (194) | (193) |
| Non-GAAP net income | $ 2,849 | $ 3,520 | $ 3,604 | $ 6,056 |
| Weighted-average number of common stock used in computation of GAAP diluted net income per share (in thousands) | 23,035 | 22,875 | 22,706 | 22,561 |
| Weighted-average number of shares related to outstanding options, stock appreciation rights and restricted share units (in thousands) | 455 | 426 | 1,044 | 399 |
| Weighted-average number of common stock used in computation of non-GAAP diluted net income per share (in thousands) | 23,490 | 23,301 | 23,750 | 22,960 |
| GAAP diluted net income per share | $ 0.05 | $ 0.03 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.09 |
| Equity-based compensation expense | 0.06 | 0.05 | 0.12 | 0.09 |
| Amortization of intangible assets | 0.02 | 0.02 | 0.04 | 0.03 |
| Proxy contest related expenses | -- | 0.06 | -- | 0.06 |
| Amortization of deferred tax liability related to intangible assets acquired in BoneTone acquisition | (0.01) | (0.01) | (0.01) | (0.01) |
| Non-GAAP diluted net income per share | $ 0.12 | $ 0.15 | $ 0.15 | $ 0.26 |
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| CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS | ||
| (In thousands) | ||
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June 30, 2014 |
December 31, 2013 |
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| (Unaudited) | (Audited) | |
| Assets | ||
| Current assets: | ||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $ 17,813 | $ 23,578 |
| Restricted deposits | 67 | 77 |
| Marketable securities and short term deposits | 10,377 | 13,895 |
| Trade receivables, net | 23,761 | 21,195 |
| Inventories | 11,986 | 12,334 |
| Other accounts receivable and prepaid expenses | 1,470 | 2,641 |
| Deferred income taxes | 89 | 92 |
| Total current assets | 65,563 | 73,812 |
| Property and equipment, net | 2,902 | 2,837 |
| Long term marketable securities and deposits | 91,727 | 90,162 |
| Severance pay fund | 11,860 | 11,168 |
| Intangible assets, net | 11,191 | 11,986 |
| Investment in other companies | 2,200 | 2,200 |
| Long term prepaid expenses and lease deposits | 93 | 100 |
| 117,071 | 115,616 | |
| Total assets | $ 185,536 | $ 192,265 |
| Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity | ||
| Current liabilities: | ||
| Trade payables | $ 12,814 | $ 14,149 |
| Other current liabilities | 14,853 | 17,362 |
| Total current liabilities | 27,667 | 31,511 |
| Accrued severance pay | 11,885 | 11,179 |
| Accrued pensions | 988 | 981 |
| Deferred income taxes | 990 | 1,183 |
| Total long term liabilities | 13,863 | 13,343 |
| Stockholders' equity: | ||
| Common stock | 22 | 22 |
| Additional paid-in capital | 353,398 | 350,494 |
| Accumulated other comprehensive income loss | (609) | (821) |
| Less – Cost of treasury stock | (122,713) | (118,749) |
| Accumulated deficit | (86,092) | (83,535) |
| Total stockholders' equity | 144,006 | 147,411 |
| Total liabilities and stockholders' equity | $ 185,536 | $ 192,265 |