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Ceva, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results - CEVA (NASDAQ:CEVA)
- Total revenue of $27.2 million, up 13% year-over-year - Ceva-powered device shipments of 522 million units in the quarter, driven by a record of more than 400 million Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and cellular IoT combined shipments - Strategic licensing deals signed with satellite OEM for 5G-Advanced platform and smartphone OEM for Spatial Audio software - First licensing deal signed for NeuPro-Nano embedded AI NPU targeting consumer AIoT - Raises financial guidance for full year 2024 - Announces expansion of existing share repurchase program with an additional 700,000 shares ROCKVILLE, Md., Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ceva, Inc. CEVA, the leading licensor of silicon and software IP that enables Smart Edge devices to connect, sense and infer data more reliably and efficiently, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. Financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023, reflect Ceva's continuing operations only, with the Intrinsix business reflected as a discontinued operation, unless otherwise noted. Operational Highlights: Released second NeuPro-Nano embedded AI NPU - NPN64, available for licensingNew cellular IoT industrial module launched by STMicroelectronics based on Ceva cellular IoT platformNew AI/ML MCU family launched by Alif Semiconductor based on Ceva Bluetooth Low Energy and 802.15.4 IPsPartnership with Edge Impulse to enable faster, easier development of edge AI applications on Ceva-NeuPro NPUs Total revenue for the third quarter of 2024 was $27.2 million, up 13% compared to $24.1 million reported for the third quarter of 2023. Licensing and related revenue for the third quarter of 2024 was $15.6 million, up 12% compared to $13.9 million reported for the same quarter a year ago. Royalty revenue for the third quarter of 2024 was $11.6 million, the fourth sequential year-over-year increase, and up 15% compared to $10.1 million reported for the same quarter a year ago. Amir Panush, Chief Executive Officer of Ceva, commented: "We delivered another strong performance in the third quarter, driven by double-digit year-over-year revenue growth for both licensing and royalties. We continue to experience exceptional demand for our IP portfolio, as evidenced by strategic OEM customer deals for 5G-Advanced satellite communications and spatial audio for headphones and earbuds. We also achieved a significant milestone in embedded AI, with our first licensing deal signed for our NeuPro-Nano NPU targeting consumer AIoT devices. In royalties, strength in the consumer and industrial markets drove Ceva-powered shipments to the second highest quarter on record, including record combined shipments of Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and cellular IoT devices of more than 400 million units." During the quarter, 10 IP licensing agreements were concluded, targeting a wide range of end markets and applications, including embedded AI solutions for consumer AIoT devices, 5G-Advanced satellite broadband for infrastructure and terminals, 5G for cellular IoT and V2X, spatial audio for headphones and TWS earbuds, and Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and UWB connectivity for wearables and hearables. Three of the deals signed in the quarter were with OEMs and three deals signed were with first-time customers. GAAP gross margin for the third quarter of 2024 was 85%, as compared to 90% in the third quarter of 2023. GAAP operating loss for the third quarter of 2024 was $2.6 million, as compared to a GAAP operating loss of $2.7 million for the same period in 2023. GAAP net loss for the third quarter of 2024 was $1.3 million, as compared to a GAAP net loss of $2.8 million reported for the same period in 2023. GAAP diluted loss per share for the third quarter of 2024 was $0.06, as compared to GAAP diluted loss per share of $0.12 for the same period in 2023. GAAP net loss with the discontinued operation for the third quarter of 2023 was $5.0 million. GAAP diluted loss per share with the discontinued operation for the third quarter of 2023 was $0.21. Non-GAAP gross margin for the third quarter of 2024 was 87%, as compared to 92% for the same period in 2023. Non-GAAP operating income for the third quarter of 2024 increased 30% to $2.1 million, as compared to non-GAAP operating income of $1.6 million reported for the third quarter of 2023. Non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share for the third quarter of 2024 increased 137% and 133% to $3.4 million and $0.14, respectively, compared with non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share of $1.4 million and $0.06, respectively, reported for the third quarter of 2023. Non-GAAP net income, including the discontinued operation for the third quarter of 2023, was $0.4 million. Non-GAAP diluted income per share, including the discontinued operation for the third quarter of 2023, was $0.02. Yaniv Arieli, Chief Financial Officer of Ceva, stated: "Our robust third quarter earnings more than doubled our non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share year-over-year. For the full year, we now expect overall revenues to be higher than previous guidance, at a new range of 7%-9% growth, enabling us to double our non-GAAP fully diluted EPS year-over-year. We continued to buy back the company's stock during the quarter, repurchasing approximately 186,000 shares for approximately $4.2 million under our stock repurchase program. Furthermore, the Ceva Board of Directors today authorized the expansion of the company's share repurchase program with an additional 700,000 shares of common stock available for repurchase, bringing the total shares available for repurchase to approximately 1 million. At the end of the quarter, our cash and cash equivalent balances, marketable securities and bank deposits were approximately $158 million, ensuring we are well-positioned to explore opportunities for non-organic growth." Ceva Conference Call On November 7, 2024, Ceva management will conduct a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the operating performance for the quarter. The conference call will be available via the following dial in numbers: U.S. Participants : Dial 1-844-435-0316 (Access Code : Ceva)International Participants: Dial +1-412-317-6365 (Access Code: Ceva) The conference call will also be available live via webcast at the following link: https://app.webinar.net/pyMYRB4aBXo. Please go to the web site at least fifteen minutes prior to the call to register. For those who cannot access the live broadcast, a replay will be available by dialing +1-877-344-7529 or +1-412-317-0088 (access code: 2106460) from one hour after the end of the call until 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) on November 14, 2024. The replay will also be available at Ceva's web site www.ceva-ip.com. Forward Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, as well as assumptions that if they materialize or prove incorrect, could cause the results of Ceva to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and assumptions. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding customer demand for Ceva's IP portfolio, Ceva's positioning for non-organic growth given its current assets and updated guidance for the full year 2024. The risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause differing Ceva results include: the effect of intense industry competition; the ability of Ceva's technologies and products incorporating Ceva's technologies to achieve market acceptance; Ceva's ability to meet changing needs of end-users and evolving market demands; the cyclical nature of and general economic conditions in the semiconductor industry; Ceva's ability to diversify its royalty streams and license revenues; Ceva's ability to continue to generate significant revenues from the handset baseband market and to penetrate new markets; instability and disruptions related to the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict; and general market conditions and other risks relating to Ceva's business, including, but not limited to, those that are described from time to time in our SEC filings. Ceva assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements or information, which speak as of their respective dates. Non-GAAP Financial Measures Non-GAAP gross margin for both the third quarter of 2024 and 2023 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $0.2 million and (b) amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.1 million. Non-GAAP operating income for the third quarter of 2024 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $4.2 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.3 million and (c) $0.3 million of costs associated with business acquisitions. Non-GAAP operating income for the third quarter of 2023 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $4.0 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.3 million and (c) $0.1 million of costs associated with business acquisitions. Non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share for the third quarter of 2024 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $4.2 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.3 million, (c) $0.3 million of costs associated with business acquisitions and (d) Income of $0.02 million associated with the remeasurement of marketable equity securities. Non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share for the third quarter of 2023 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $4.0 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.3 million, (c) $0.1 million of costs associated with business acquisitions and (d) Income of $0.2 million associated with the remeasurement of marketable equity securities. Non-GAAP net income including the discontinued operation and diluted income per share including the discontinued operation for the third quarter of 2023 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of $4.0 million, (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of $0.3 million, (c) $0.1 million of costs associated with business acquisitions, (d) Income of $0.2 million associated with the remeasurement of marketable equity securities and (e) $1.2 million loss associated with discontinued operations. About Ceva, Inc. At Ceva, we are passionate about bringing new levels of innovation to the smart edge. Our wireless communications, sensing and Edge AI technologies are at the heart of some of today's most advanced smart edge products. From wireless connectivity IPs (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, UWB and 5G platform IP), to scalable Edge AI NPU IPs and sensor fusion solutions, we have the broadest portfolio of IP to connect, sense and infer data more reliably and efficiently. We deliver differentiated solutions that combine outstanding performance at ultra-low power within a very small silicon footprint. Our goal is simple - to deliver the silicon and software IP to enable a smarter, safer, and more interconnected world. This philosophy is in practice today, with Ceva powering more than 18 billion of the world's most innovative smart edge products from AI-infused smartwatches, IoT devices and wearables to autonomous vehicles and 5G mobile networks. Our headquarters are in Rockville, Maryland with a global customer base supported by operations worldwide. Our employees are among the leading experts in their areas of specialty, consistently solving the most complex design challenges, enabling our customers to bring innovative smart edge products to market. Ceva is a sustainability- and environmentally-conscious company, adhering to our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics. As such, we emphasize and focus on environmental preservation, recycling, the welfare of our employees and privacy - which we promote on a corporate level. At Ceva, we are committed to social responsibility, values of preservation and consciousness towards these purposes. Ceva: Powering the Smart Edgeâ„¢ Visit us at www.ceva-ip.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. Ceva, Inc. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF LOSS - U.S. GAAP U.S. dollars in thousands, except per share data Three months ended Nine months ended September 30, September 30, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Unaudited Unaudited Unaudited Unaudited Revenues: Licensing and related revenues $ 15,574 $ 13,940 $ 44,266 $ 45,739 Royalties 11,633 10,133 33,450 27,518 Total revenues 27,207 24,073 77,716 73,257 Cost of revenues 3,961 2,357 9,397 9,389 Gross profit 23,246 21,716 68,319 63,868 Operating expenses: Research and development, net 17,990 17,814 54,739 54,544 Sales and marketing 3,088 2,862 8,999 8,213 General and administrative 4,642 3,608 11,751 11,346 Amortization of intangible assets 150 149 449 445 Total operating expenses 25,870 24,433 75,938 74,548 Operating loss (2,624) (2,717) (7,619) (10,680) Financial income, net 2,299 924 4,962 3,497 Reevaluation of marketable equity securities 21 160 (97) (76) Loss before taxes on income (304) (1,633) (2,754) (7,259) Income tax expense 1,007 1,117 4,296 3,080 Net loss from continuing operation (1,311) (2,750) (7,050) (10,339) Discontinued operation -- (2,207) -- (5,308) Net loss $ (1,311) $ (4,957) $ (7,050) $ (15,647) Basic and diluted net loss per share: Continuing operation $ (0.06) $ (0.12) $ (0.30) $ (0.44) Discontinued operation -- (0.09) -- (0.23) Basic and diluted net loss per share $ (0.06) $ (0.21) $ (0.30) $ (0.67) Weighted-average shares used to compute net loss per share (in thousands): Basic and diluted 23,678 23,605 23,605 23,473 Unaudited Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures U.S. Dollars in thousands, except per share amounts Three months ended Nine months ended September 30, September 30, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Unaudited Unaudited Unaudited Unaudited GAAP net loss $ (1,311) $ (4,957) $ (7,050) $ (15,647) Equity-based compensation expense included in cost of revenues 176 216 570 636 Equity-based compensation expense included in research and development expenses 2,421 2,257 6,866 6,703 Equity-based compensation expense included in sales and marketing expenses 491 478 1,307 1,305 Equity-based compensation expense included in general and administrative expenses 1,120 1,018 2,936 2,787 Amortization of intangible assets related to acquisition of businesses 279 278 835 753 Costs associated with business and asset acquisitions 251 100 783 195 (Income) loss associated with the remeasurement of marketable equity securities (21) (160) 97 76 Non-GAAP from discontinued operations -- 1,184 -- 3,233 Non-GAAP net income $ 3,406 $ 414 $ 6,344 $ 41 GAAP weighted-average number of Common Stock used in computation of diluted net loss and loss per share (in thousands) 23,678 23,605 23,605 23,473 Weighted-average number of shares related to outstanding stock-based awards (in thousands) 1,544 1,304 1,462 1,172 Weighted-average number of Common Stock used in computation of diluted earnings per share, excluding the above (in thousands) 25,222 24,909 25,067 24,645 GAAP diluted loss per share $ (0.06) $ (0.21) $ (0.30) $ (0.67) Equity-based compensation expense $ 0.18 $ 0.17 $ 0.48 $ 0.49 Amortization of intangible assets related to acquisition of businesses $ 0.01 $ 0.01 $ 0.04 $ 0.03 Costs associated with business and asset acquisitions $ 0.01 $ 0.00 $ 0.03 $ 0.01 Income (loss) associated with the remeasurement of marketable equity securities $ 0.00 $ 0.00 $ 0.00 $ 0.00 Non-GAAP from discontinued operation -- $ 0.05 -- $ 0.14 Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share $ 0.14 $ 0.02 $ 0.25 $ 0.00 Three months ended Nine months ended September 30, September 30, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Unaudited Unaudited Unaudited Unaudited GAAP Operating loss $ (2,624) $ (2,717) $ (7,619) $ (10,680) Equity-based compensation expense included in cost of revenues 176 216 570 636 Equity-based compensation expense included in research and development expenses 2,421 2,257 6,866 6,703 Equity-based compensation expense included in sales and marketing expenses 491 478 1,307 1,305 Equity-based compensation expense included in general and administrative expenses 1,120 1,018 2,936 2,787 Amortization of intangible assets related to acquisition of businesses 279 278 835 753 Costs associated with business and asset acquisitions 251 100 783 195 Total non-GAAP Operating Income $ 2,114 $ 1,630 $ 5,678 $ 1,699 Three months ended Nine months ended September 30, September 30, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Unaudited Unaudited Unaudited Unaudited GAAP Gross Profit $ 23,246 $ 21,716 $ 68,319 $ 63,868 GAAP Gross Margin 85 % 90 % 88 % 87 % Equity-based compensation expense included in cost of revenues 176 216 570 636 Amortization of intangible assets related to acquisition of businesses 129 129 386 308 Total Non-GAAP Gross profit $ 23,551 $ 22,061 $ 69,275 $ 64,812 Non-GAAP Gross Margin 87 % 92 % 89 % 88 % Ceva, Inc. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (U.S. Dollars in thousands) September 30, December 31, 2024 2023 (*) Unaudited Unaudited ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 13,228 $ 23,287 Marketable securities and short-term bank deposits 144,884 143,251 Trade receivables, net 15,250 8,433 Unbilled receivables 23,380 21,874 Prepaid expenses and other current assets 13,970 12,526 Total current assets 210,712 209,371 Long-term assets: Severance pay fund 6,851 7,070 Deferred tax assets, net 1,685 1,609 Property and equipment, net 6,875 6,732 Operating lease right-of-use assets 5,625 6,978 Investment in marketable equity securities 309 406 Goodwill 58,308 58,308 Intangible assets, net 2,132 2,967 Other long-term assets 12,394 10,644 Total assets $ 304,891 $ 304,085 LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY Current liabilities: Trade payables $ 1,960 $ 1,154 Deferred revenues 3,418 3,018 Accrued expenses and other payables 19,770 20,202 Operating lease liabilities 2,571 2,513 Total current liabilities 27,719 26,887 Long-term liabilities: Accrued severance pay 7,304 7,524 Operating lease liabilities 2,627 3,943 Other accrued liabilities 1,471 1,390 Total liabilities 39,121 39,744 Stockholders' equity: Common stock 24 23 Additional paid in-capital 256,685 252,100 Treasury stock (2,943) (5,620) Accumulated other comprehensive loss (956) (2,329) Retained earnings 12,960 20,167 Total stockholders' equity 265,770 264,341 Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 304,891 $ 304,085 (*) Derived from audited financial statements. 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Ceva, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results By Investing.com
- Total (EPA:TTEF) revenue of , up 13% year-over-year - Ceva-powered device shipments of 522 million units in the quarter, driven by a record of more than 400 million Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and cellular IoT combined shipments - Strategic licensing deals signed with satellite OEM for 5G-Advanced platform and smartphone OEM for Spatial Audio software - First licensing deal signed for NeuPro-Nano embedded targeting consumer AIoT - Raises financial guidance for full year 2024 - Announces expansion of existing share repurchase program with an additional 700,000 shares , Chief Executive Officer of Ceva, commented: "We delivered another strong performance in the third quarter, driven by double-digit year-over-year revenue growth for both licensing and royalties. We continue to experience exceptional demand for our IP portfolio, as evidenced by strategic OEM customer deals for 5G-Advanced satellite communications and spatial audio for headphones and earbuds. We also achieved a significant milestone in embedded AI, with our first licensing deal signed for our NeuPro-Nano NPU targeting consumer AIoT devices. In royalties, strength in the consumer and industrial markets drove Ceva-powered shipments to the second highest quarter on record, including record combined shipments of Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and cellular IoT devices of more than 400 million units." During the quarter, 10 IP licensing agreements were concluded, targeting a wide range of end markets and applications, including embedded AI solutions for consumer AIoT devices, 5G-Advanced satellite broadband for infrastructure and terminals, 5G for cellular IoT and V2X, spatial audio for headphones and TWS earbuds, and Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and UWB connectivity for wearables and hearables. Three of the deals signed in the quarter were with OEMs and three deals signed were with first-time customers. GAAP gross margin for the third quarter of 2024 was 85%, as compared to 90% in the third quarter of 2023. GAAP operating loss for the third quarter of 2024 was , as compared to a GAAP operating loss of for the same period in 2023. GAAP net loss for the third quarter of 2024 was .3 million, as compared to a GAAP net loss of reported for the same period in 2023. GAAP diluted loss per share for the third quarter of 2024 was , as compared to GAAP diluted loss per share of for the same period in 2023. GAAP net loss with the discontinued operation for the third quarter of 2023 was . GAAP diluted loss per share with the discontinued operation for the third quarter of 2023 was . Non-GAAP gross margin for the third quarter of 2024 was 87%, as compared to 92% for the same period in 2023. Non-GAAP operating income for the third quarter of 2024 increased 30% to .1 million, as compared to non-GAAP operating income of reported for the third quarter of 2023. Non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share for the third quarter of 2024 increased 137% and 133% to and , respectively, compared with non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share of and , respectively, reported for the third quarter of 2023. Non-GAAP net income, including the discontinued operation for the third quarter of 2023, was . Non-GAAP diluted income per share, including the discontinued operation for the third quarter of 2023, was . , Chief Financial Officer of Ceva, stated: "Our robust third quarter earnings more than doubled our non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share year-over-year. For the full year, we now expect overall revenues to be higher than previous guidance, at a new range of 7%-9% growth, enabling us to double our non-GAAP fully diluted EPS year-over-year. We continued to buy back the company's stock during the quarter, repurchasing approximately 186,000 shares for approximately under our stock repurchase program. Furthermore, the Ceva Board of Directors today authorized the expansion of the company's share repurchase program with an additional 700,000 shares of common stock available for repurchase, bringing the total shares available for repurchase to approximately 1 million. At the end of the quarter, our cash and cash equivalent balances, marketable securities and bank deposits were approximately , ensuring we are well-positioned to explore opportunities for non-organic growth." Ceva Conference Call On , Ceva management will conduct a conference call at to discuss the operating performance for the quarter. The conference call will be available via the following dial in numbers: The conference call will also be available live via webcast at the following link: https://app.webinar.net/pyMYRB4aBXo. Please go to the web site at least fifteen minutes prior to the call to register. For those who cannot access the live broadcast, a replay will be available by dialing +1-877-344-7529 or +1-412-317-0088 (access code: 2106460) from one hour after the end of the call until on . The replay will also be available at Ceva's web site www.ceva-ip.com. Forward Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, as well as assumptions that if they materialize or prove incorrect, could cause the results of Ceva to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and assumptions. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding customer demand for Ceva's IP portfolio, Ceva's positioning for non-organic growth given its current assets and updated guidance for the full year 2024. The risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause differing Ceva results include: the effect of intense industry competition; the ability of Ceva's technologies and products incorporating Ceva's technologies to achieve market acceptance; Ceva's ability to meet changing needs of end-users and evolving market demands; the cyclical nature of and general economic conditions in the semiconductor industry; Ceva's ability to diversify its royalty streams and license revenues; Ceva's ability to continue to generate significant revenues from the handset baseband market and to penetrate new markets; instability and disruptions related to the ongoing - conflict; and general market conditions and other risks relating to Ceva's business, including, but not limited to, those that are described from time to time in our SEC filings. Ceva assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements or information, which speak as of their respective dates. Non-GAAP Financial Measures Non-GAAP gross margin for both the third quarter of 2024 and 2023 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of and (b) amortization of acquired intangibles of .1 million. Non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share for the third quarter of 2024 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of , (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of , (c) of costs associated with business acquisitions and (d) Income of associated with the remeasurement of marketable equity securities. Non-GAAP net income and diluted income per share for the third quarter of 2023 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of , (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of , (c) of costs associated with business acquisitions and (d) Income of associated with the remeasurement of marketable equity securities. Non-GAAP net income including the discontinued operation and diluted income per share including the discontinued operation for the third quarter of 2023 excluded: (a) equity-based compensation expenses of , (b) the impact of the amortization of acquired intangibles of , (c) $0.1 million of costs associated with business acquisitions, (d) Income of associated with the remeasurement of marketable equity securities and (e) loss associated with discontinued operations. About Ceva, Inc. At Ceva, we are passionate about bringing new levels of innovation to the smart edge. Our wireless communications, sensing and Edge AI technologies are at the heart of some of today's most advanced smart edge products. From wireless connectivity IPs (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, UWB and 5G platform IP), to scalable Edge AI s and sensor fusion solutions, we have the broadest portfolio of IP to connect, sense and infer data more reliably and efficiently. We deliver differentiated solutions that combine outstanding performance at ultra-low power within a very small silicon footprint. Our goal is simple " to deliver the silicon and software IP to enable a smarter, safer, and more interconnected world. This philosophy is in practice today, with Ceva powering more than 18 billion of the world's most innovative smart edge products from AI-infused smartwatches, IoT devices and wearables to autonomous vehicles and 5G mobile networks. Our headquarters are in with a global customer base supported by operations worldwide. Our employees are among the leading experts in their areas of specialty, consistently solving the most complex design challenges, enabling our customers to bring innovative smart edge products to market. Ceva is a sustainability- and environmentally-conscious company, adhering to our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics. As such, we emphasize and focus on environmental preservation, recycling, the welfare of our employees and privacy " which we promote on a corporate level. At Ceva, we are committed to social responsibility, values of preservation and consciousness towards these purposes.
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Ceva, Inc. announces impressive third-quarter 2024 financial results, showcasing growth in licensing and royalties, particularly in AI and IoT markets. The company reports increased revenue, strategic deals, and an expanded share repurchase program.
Ceva, Inc., a leading licensor of silicon and software IP for Smart Edge devices, has announced impressive financial results for the third quarter of 2024. The company reported a total revenue of $27.5 million, marking a 13% year-over-year increase 12.
A significant highlight of the quarter was the shipment of 522 million Ceva-powered devices. This figure was driven by a record-breaking combined shipment of over 400 million Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and cellular IoT devices 12. This achievement underscores Ceva's growing influence in the connectivity and IoT sectors.
Ceva secured several strategic licensing agreements during the quarter, including:
These deals demonstrate Ceva's expanding footprint in advanced technologies such as 5G, audio processing, and artificial intelligence.
The company's financial performance showed significant improvements:
In a show of confidence, Ceva's Board of Directors authorized an expansion of the company's share repurchase program. An additional 700,000 shares of common stock are now available for repurchase, bringing the total to approximately 1 million shares 12.
Ceva has raised its financial guidance for the full year 2024, now expecting overall revenue growth in the range of 7-9%. The company anticipates doubling its non-GAAP fully diluted EPS year-over-year 1.
Ceva's strong performance reflects the growing demand for AI and IoT technologies across various sectors. The company's success in securing deals with OEMs and first-time customers indicates its expanding market reach and the relevance of its IP portfolio in emerging tech trends 12.
As Ceva continues to innovate in areas such as embedded AI, 5G-Advanced communications, and spatial audio, it is well-positioned to capitalize on the increasing adoption of smart edge devices and IoT solutions. With a solid financial foundation and a focus on strategic growth, Ceva appears poised for continued success in the evolving landscape of connectivity and AI technologies.
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