Perfect Corp. (NYSE: PERF) (“Perfect” or the “Company”), a
global leader in providing artificial intelligence (“AI”) and
augmented reality (“AR”) Software-as-a-Service (“SaaS”) solutions
to beauty and fashion industries, today announced its unaudited
financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2024.
Highlights for the Three Months Ended
June 30, 2024
- Total revenue was $13.9 million for the three months
ended June 30, 2024, compared to $12.7 million in the same period
of 2023, an increase of 9.6%. The increase was primarily due to
growth momentum in the revenue of AI- and AR- cloud solutions and
mobile app subscriptions.
- Gross profit was $11.0 million for the three months
ended June 30, 2024, compared with $10.2 million in the same period
of 2023, an increase of 7.8%.
- Net income was $0.8 million for the three months ended
June 30, 2024, compared to a net loss of $0.2 million during the
same period of 2023.
- Adjusted net income (non-IFRS)1 was $1.3 million for the
three months ended June 30, 2024, compared to adjusted net income
(non-IFRS) of $0.9 million in the same period of 2023, an increase
of 43.8%.
- Operating cash flow was $2.0 million in the second
quarter of 2024, compared to $2.6 million in the same period of
2023, a decrease of 24.6%.
- The Company had 151 Key Customers2 as of June 30, 2024,
compared with 152 Key Customers as of March 31, 2024. The slight
decrease in the number of Key Customers primarily resulted from the
non-renewal of customers contracts by certain brand clients due to
financial pressure among other factors.
- As of June 30, 2024, the Company’s cumulative customer base
included 686 brand clients, with over 774,000 digital stock keeping
units (“SKUs”) for makeup, haircare, skincare, eyewear, and jewelry
products, compared to 666 brand clients and over 745,000 digital
SKUs as of March 31, 2024.
- The Company’s YouCam mobile beauty app active subscribers grew
by 18.3% year-over-year, reaching a record high of over 919,000
active subscribers at the end of the second quarter of 2024.
Ms. Alice H. Chang, the Founder, Chairwoman, and Chief Executive
Officer of Perfect, commented, “In the first half of 2024, we
achieved robust top-line growth that aligns with our annual
targets. This success was driven by growth momentum in our AI- and
AR-powered cloud solutions, subscription revenue, and rapid
advancements in AI technologies. The management team's dedication
not only expanded our business but also improved efficiencies
across key financial metrics including net income, net margins,
operating income, and positive cash flow, bolstering our strong
balance sheet. Our focused efforts on enhancing operational
efficiencies have yielded significant results this quarter. Through
strategic process improvements and leveraging advanced
technologies, we streamlined workflows, reduced operational costs,
and boosted productivity. With our proven track record and ongoing
AI innovations, we are well positioned to sustain business growth
and continue delivering value to customers and shareholders
throughout the latter half of 2024 and beyond.”
Financial Results for the Three Months
Ended June 30, 2024
Revenue
Total revenue was $13.9 million for the three months ended June
30, 2024, compared to $12.7 million in the same period of 2023, an
increase of 9.6%.
- AI- and AR- cloud solutions and subscription revenue was $12.9
million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $11.0
million in the same period of 2023, an increase of 17.4%. The
double digit growth was driven by robust demand for the Company’s
online virtual product try-on solutions from brand customers, the
robust momentum in the growth of YouCam mobile beauty app
subscriptions, and the growing popularity of its Gen AI
technologies and AI editing features for photos and videos. The
Company’s YouCam mobile beauty app active subscribers grew by 18.3%
year-over-year, reaching a record high of over 919,000 active
subscribers at the end of the second quarter of 2024. This increase
reflected the continuous demand in the Company’s YouCam mobile
beauty app services from subscribers and users.
- Licensing revenue was $0.7 million for the three months ended
June 30, 2024, compared to $1.4 million in the same period of 2023,
a decrease of 49.8%. The Company expects that such legacy
non-recurring revenue will become increasingly insignificant as it
continues to focus on strengthening its market leadership in
providing AI- and AR- SaaS subscription solutions for brands and
customers.
Gross Profit
Gross profit was $11.0 million for the three months ended June
30, 2024, compared with $10.2 million in the same period of 2023,
an increase of 7.8%. Despite the increase in gross profit, our
gross margin slightly decreased to 79.3% for the three months ended
June 30, 2024, from 80.6% in the same period of 2023, primarily due
to the increase in third-party payment processing fees paid to
digital distribution partners such as Google and Apple related to
the growth in our mobile app subscription revenue.
Total Operating Expenses
Total operating expenses were $12.4 million for the three months
ended June 30, 2024, compared with $12.3 million in the same period
of 2023, an increase of 0.7%. The increase was primarily due to
higher sales and marketing expenses and research and development
("R&D") expenses, which were partially offset by decline in
general and administrative expenses in the second quarter of
2024.
- Sales and marketing expenses were $7.0 million for the
three months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $6.6 million during
the same period of 2023, an increase of 7.0%. This increase was
largely due to an increase in marketing events and advertising
costs for our mobile apps and cloud computing costs.
- Research and development expenses were $3.0 million for
the three months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $2.8 million
during the same period of 2023, an increase of 7.5%. The increase
primarily resulted from the increase in R&D headcount.
- General and administrative expenses were $2.4 million
for the three months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $3.0 million
during the same period of 2023, a decrease of 19.1%. The decrease
was primarily due to lower corporate insurance expenses and
enhanced operational efficiencies in the second quarter of
2024.
Net Income
Net income was $0.8 million for the three months ended June 30,
2024, compared to a net loss of $0.2 million during the same period
of 2023. The positive net income in the second quarter of 2024 was
supported by continued revenue growth and effective cost
control.
Adjusted Net Income (Non-IFRS)
Adjusted net income was $1.3 million for the three months ended
June 30, 2024, compared to adjusted net income of $0.9 million in
the same period of 2023, an increase of 43.8%.
Liquidity
As of June 30, 2024, the Company held $120.8 million in cash and
cash equivalents (or $158.8 million when including 6-month time
deposits of $38.0 million, which are classified as current
financial assets at amortized cost under IFRS), compared to $122.0
million as of March 31, 2024 (or $157.3 million when including time
deposits). The total increase in cash, cash equivalents and 6-month
time deposits, resulted from the positive operating cash flow and
the interest income received from the Company’s bank deposits.
The Company had a positive operating cash flow of $2.0 million
in the second quarter of 2024, compared to positive $2.6 million in
the same period of 2023. The Company continues to invest in growth
while maintaining healthy cash reserve to support business
operations signifying the Company's operational health and
sustainability.
Business Outlook for 2024
Based on the growth momentum in both enterprise SaaS solution
demands and YouCam mobile apps subscriptions during the first half
of 2024, the Company reiterates its expectation that year-over-year
growth rate of total revenue in 2024 would range from 12% to 16%
compared to 2023.
Note that this forecast is based on the Company’s current
assessment of the market and operational conditions, and that these
factors are subject to change.
Conference Call
Information
The Company’s management will hold an earnings conference call
at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time on July 24, 2024 (8:00 a.m. Taipei Time
on July 25, 2024) to discuss the financial results. For
participants who wish to join the call, please complete online
registration using the link provided below in advance of the
conference call. Upon registering, each participant will receive a
participant dial-in number and a unique access PIN, which can be
used to join the conference call.
Registration Link:
https://registrations.events/direct/Q4I5163039
A live and archived webcast of the conference call will also be
available at the Company's investor relations website at
https://ir.perfectcorp.com.
About Perfect Corp.
Founded in 2015, Perfect Corp. is a beautiful AI Company and
global leader in enterprise SaaS solutions. As an innovative
powerhouse in using artificial intelligence (AI) to transform the
beauty and fashion industries, Perfect empowers major beauty,
skincare, fashion, jewelry brands and retailers by providing
consumers with omnichannel shopping experiences through augmented
reality (AR) product try-ons and AI-powered skin diagnostics. With
cutting-edge technologies such as Generative AI, real-time facial
and hand 3D AR rendering and cloud solutions, Perfect enables
personalized, enjoyable, and engaging shopping journey. In
addition, Perfect also operates a family of YouCam consumer apps
for photo, video and camera users, centered on unleashing
creativity with AI-driven features for creation, beautification and
enhancement. With the help of technologies, Perfect helps brands
elevate customer engagement, increase conversion rates, and propel
sales growth. Throughout this journey, Perfect maintains its
unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability and
fulfilling social responsibilities. For more information, visit
https://ir.perfectcorp.com/.
Forward-Looking Statements
This communication contains forward-looking statements within
the meaning of Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as
amended, or the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the U.S.
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or the Exchange Act,
that are based on beliefs and assumptions and on information
currently available to Perfect. In some cases, you can identify
forward-looking statements by the following words: “may,” “will,”
“could,” “would,” “should,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan,”
“anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “project,”
“potential,” “continue,” “ongoing,” “target,” “seek” or the
negative or plural of these words, or other similar expressions
that are predictions or indicate future events or prospects,
although not all forward-looking statements contain these words.
Any statements that refer to expectations, projections or other
characterizations of future events or circumstances, including
strategies or plans, are also forward-looking statements. These
statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that may
cause actual results, levels of activity, performance or
achievements to be materially different from those expressed or
implied by these forward-looking statements. These statements are
based on Perfect’s reasonable expectations and beliefs concerning
future events and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause
actual results to differ materially from current expectations.
These factors are difficult to predict accurately and may be beyond
Perfect’s control. Forward-looking statements in this communication
or elsewhere speak only as of the date made. New uncertainties and
risks arise from time to time, and it is impossible for Perfect to
predict these events or how they may affect Perfect. In addition,
risks and uncertainties are described in Perfect’s filings with the
Securities and Exchange Commission. These filings may identify and
address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause
actual events and results to differ materially from those contained
in the forward-looking statements. Perfect cannot assure you that
the forward-looking statements in this communication will prove to
be accurate. There may be additional risks that Perfect presently
does not know or that Perfect currently does not believe are
immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from
those contained in the forward-looking statements. In light of the
significant uncertainties in these forward-looking statements, you
should not regard these statements as a representation or warranty
by Perfect, its directors, officers or employees or any other
person that Perfect will achieve its objectives and plans in any
specified time frame, or at all. Except as required by applicable
law, Perfect does not have any duty to, and does not intend to,
update or revise the forward-looking statements in this
communication or elsewhere after the date of this communication.
You should, therefore, not rely on these forward-looking statements
as representing the views of Perfect as of any date subsequent to
the date of this communication.
Use of Non-IFRS Financial Measures
This press release and accompanying tables contain certain
non-IFRS financial measures, including adjusted net income, as
supplemental metrics in reviewing and assessing Perfect’s operating
performance and formulating its business plan. Perfect defined
these non-IFRS financial measures as follows:
Adjusted net income (loss) is
defined as net income (loss) excluding one-off transaction costs3,
non-cash equity-based compensation, and non-cash valuation
(gain)/loss of financial liabilities. Starting from the first
quarter of 2024, we no longer exclude foreign exchange gain (loss)
from adjusted net income (loss). As we transitioned to using the
U.S. dollar as the functional currency for certain subsidiaries in
2023, our foreign exchange gains (losses), which historically have
predominantly been unrealized, have not been material since 2023.
For a reconciliation of adjusted net income (loss) to net income
(loss), see the reconciliation table included elsewhere in this
press release.
Non-IFRS financial measures are not defined under IFRS and are
not presented in accordance with IFRS. Non-IFRS financial measures
have limitations as analytical tools, which possibly do not reflect
all items of expense that affect our operations. Share-based
compensation expenses have been and may continue to be incurred in
our business and are not reflected in the presentation of the
non-IFRS financial measures. In addition, the non-IFRS financial
measures Perfect uses may differ from the non-IFRS measures used by
other companies, including peer companies, and therefore their
comparability may be limited. The presentation of these non-IFRS
financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation
from or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and
presented in accordance with IFRS. The items excluded from our
adjusted net income are not driven by core results of operations
and render comparison of IFRS financial measures with prior periods
less meaningful. We believe adjusted net income provides useful
information to investors and others in understanding and evaluating
our results of operations, as well as providing a useful measure
for period-to-period comparisons of our business performance.
Moreover, such non-IFRS measures are used by our management
internally to make operating decisions, including those related to
operating expenses, evaluate performance, and perform strategic
planning and annual budgeting.
PERFECT CORP. AND
SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE
SHEETS
DECEMBER 31, 2023 AND JUNE 30,
2024
(Expressed in thousands of
United States dollars)
December 31,
2023
June 30, 2024
Assets
Amount
Amount
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$
123,871
$
120,796
Current financial assets at amortized
cost
30,300
37,970
Current contract assets
2,770
1,543
Accounts receivable
6,992
7,102
Other receivables
343
737
Current income tax assets
311
281
Inventories
33
21
Other current assets
4,042
2,832
Total current assets
168,662
171,282
Non-current assets
Property, plant and equipment
380
545
Right-of-use assets
847
679
Intangible assets
77
57
Deferred income tax assets
257
1,120
Guarantee deposits paid
140
147
Total non-current assets
1,701
2,548
Total assets
$
170,363
$
173,830
PERFECT CORP. AND
SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE
SHEETS (continued)
DECEMBER 31, 2023 AND JUNE 30,
2024
(Expressed in thousands of
United States dollars)
December 31,
2023
June 30, 2024
Liabilities and Equity
Amount
Amount
Current liabilities
Current contract liabilities
$
15,346
$
16,858
Other payables
10,331
10,239
Other payables – related parties
50
50
Current tax liabilities
21
390
Current provisions
2,394
1,775
Current lease liabilities
481
524
Other current liabilities
277
195
Total current liabilities
28,900
30,031
Non-current liabilities
Non-current financial liabilities at fair
value through profit or loss
1,566
1,520
Non-current lease liabilities
387
187
Net defined benefit liability,
non-current
79
81
Guarantee deposits received
25
25
Total non-current liabilities
2,057
1,813
Total liabilities
30,957
31,844
Equity
Capital stock
Perfect Class A Ordinary Shares, $0.1 (in
dollars) par value
8,513
8,506
Perfect Class B Ordinary Shares, $0.1 (in
dollars) par value
1,679
1,679
Capital surplus
Capital surplus
510,399
511,653
Retained earnings
Accumulated deficit
(380,472
)
(379,078
)
Other equity interest
Other equity interest
(523
)
(774
)
Treasury shares
(190
)
—
Total equity
139,406
141,986
Total liabilities and equity
$
170,363
$
173,830
PERFECT CORP. AND
SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED
STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE THREE MONTHS AND SIX
MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2023 AND 2024
(Expressed in thousands of
United States dollars)
Three months ended June
30
Six months ended June
30
2023
2024
2023
2024
Items
Amount
Amount
Amount
Amount
Revenue
$
12,687
$
13,905
$
24,832
$
28,194
Cost of sales and services
(2,455
)
(2,876
)
(5,024
)
(5,971
)
Gross profit
10,232
11,029
19,808
22,223
Operating expenses
Sales and marketing expenses
(6,558
)
(7,014
)
(12,585
)
(14,184
)
General and administrative expenses
(3,014
)
(2,439
)
(5,427
)
(4,614
)
Research and development expenses
(2,767
)
(2,975
)
(5,396
)
(6,010
)
Total operating expenses
(12,339
)
(12,428
)
(23,408
)
(24,808
)
Operating loss
(2,107
)
(1,399
)
(3,600
)
(2,585
)
Non-operating income and expenses
Interest income
2,411
1,983
4,609
3,952
Other income
5
12
7
14
Other gains and losses
(474
)
25
(459
)
(291
)
Finance costs
(3
)
(5
)
(5
)
(10
)
Total non-operating income and
expenses
1,939
2,015
4,152
3,665
Income (loss) before income tax
(168
)
616
552
1,080
Income tax benefit (expense)
(38
)
148
(63
)
314
Net income (loss)
$
(206
)
$
764
$
489
$
1,394
Other comprehensive income
(loss)
Exchange differences arising on
translation of foreign operations
$
(170
)
$
(111
)
$
(168
)
$
(251
)
Other comprehensive loss, net
$
(170
)
$
(111
)
$
(168
)
$
(251
)
Total comprehensive income
(loss)
$
(376
)
$
653
$
321
$
1,143
Net income (loss), attributable to:
Shareholders of the parent
$
(206
)
$
764
$
489
$
1,394
Total comprehensive income (loss)
attributable to:
Shareholders of the parent
$
(376
)
$
653
$
321
$
1,143
Earnings (loss) per share (in dollars)
Basic earnings (loss) per share of Class A
and Class B Ordinary Shares
$
(0.002
)
$
0.008
$
0.004
$
0.014
Diluted earnings (loss) per share of Class
A and Class B Ordinary Shares
$
(0.002
)
$
0.008
$
0.004
$
0.014
PERFECT CORP. AND
SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS AND SIX
MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2023 AND 2024
(Expressed in thousands of
United States dollars)
Three months ended June
30
Six months ended June
30
2023
2024
2023
2024
Items
Amount
Amount
Amount
Amount
CASH FLOWS FROM
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Profit (loss) before tax
$
(168
)
$
616
$
552
$
1,080
Adjustments to reconcile profit (loss)
Depreciation expense
157
178
326
344
Amortization expense
19
13
37
26
Interest income
(2,411
)
(1,983
)
(4,609
)
(3,952
)
Interest expense
3
5
5
10
Net (gains) losses on financial
liabilities at fair value through profit or loss
296
(150
)
244
(46
)
Share-based payment transactions
791
653
1,441
1,437
Changes in operating assets and
liabilities
Accounts receivable
1,716
589
87
(134
)
Current contract assets
601
699
2,130
1,214
Other receivables
—
—
3
—
Inventories
4
7
11
12
Other current assets
(152
)
661
47
1,210
Current contract liabilities
(1,143
)
(1,314
)
3,035
1,622
Other payables
669
536
(1,183
)
(51
)
Other payables – related parties
(36
)
2
(12
)
3
Current provisions
143
(379
)
320
(563
)
Other current liabilities
(20
)
(23
)
(107
)
(67
)
Net defined benefit liability,
non-current
—
—
1
1
Cash inflow generated from operations
469
110
2,328
2,146
Interest received
2,208
1,953
4,331
3,558
Interest paid
(3
)
(5
)
(5
)
(10
)
Income tax paid
(26
)
(62
)
(205
)
(176
)
Net cash flows from operating
activities
2,648
1,996
6,449
5,518
CASH FLOWS FROM
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Acquisition of financial assets at
amortized cost
(89,800
)
(33,470
)
(160,800
)
(44,470
)
Proceeds from disposal of financial assets
at amortized cost
30,000
30,800
30,000
36,800
Acquisition of property, plant and
equipment
(15
)
(174
)
(170
)
(259
)
Acquisition of intangible assets
—
(6
)
(33
)
(6
)
Increase in guarantee deposits paid
—
(8
)
—
(8
)
Net cash flows used in investing
activities
(59,815
)
(2,858
)
(131,003
)
(7,943
)
CASH FLOWS FROM
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Repayment of principal portion of lease
liabilities
(100
)
(123
)
(203
)
(239
)
Payments to acquire treasury shares
(429
)
—
(429
)
—
Net cash flows used in financing
activities
(529
)
(123
)
(632
)
(239
)
Effects of exchange rates changes on cash
and cash equivalents
(253
)
(179
)
(262
)
(411
)
Net decrease in cash and cash
equivalents
(57,949
)
(1,164
)
(125,448
)
(3,075
)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning
of period
95,117
121,960
162,616
123,871
Cash and cash equivalents at end of
period
$
37,168
$
120,796
$
37,168
$
120,796
PERFECT CORP. AND
SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED RECONCILIATION OF
NON-IFRS FINANCIAL MEASURES – ADJUSTED NET INCOME
CALCULATION
FOR THE THREE MONTHS AND SIX
MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2023 AND 2024
(Expressed in thousands of
United States dollars)
Three months ended June
30
Six months ended June
30
2023
2024
2023
2024
Items
Amount
Amount
Amount
Amount
Net Income (Loss)
$
(206
)
$
764
$
489
$
1,394
One-off Transaction Costs
—
—
33
—
Non-Cash Equity-Based Compensation
791
653
1,441
1,437
Non-Cash Valuation (Gain)/Loss of
financial liabilities
296
(150
)
244
(46
)
Adjusted Net Income (Loss)1
$
881
$
1,267
$
2,207
$
2,785
Note (1): In accordance with the changed definition of “adjusted
net income (loss)” that is detailed in the “Use of Non-IFRS
Financial Measures” section above, we have made a retrospective
adjustment to our adjusted net income for the six months ended June
30, 2023 not adjusting for “foreign exchange gain (loss)” (which
amounted to a loss of $215,000 for the period, as previously
disclosed in our Form 6-K furnished to the SEC on July 25,
2023).
Category: Investor Relations
________________________
1 Adjusted net income (loss) is a non-IFRS
financial measure. See the “Use of Non-IFRS Financial Measures”
section of this communication for the definition of such non-IFRS
measure.
2 “Key Customers” refers to the Company’s
brand customers who contributed revenue of more than $50,000 in the
trailing 12 months ended on the measurement date.
3 The one-off transaction cost in the
first quarter of 2023 included professional services expenditures
that the Company incurred in connection with the de-SPAC
transaction. No such cost incurred in the same period of 2024.
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