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- Net Sales: SEK157 million, a decrease of 17.5% year-over-year.
- Organic Sales Decline: 13.9% decrease in US dollars.
- EBITDA: SEK12 million, down from SEK35 million last year.
- EBITDA Margin: 7.4%, compared to 18.5% last year.
- Product Margin: 37.8%, down from 41.8% last year.
- Net Cash Position: SEK30 million at the end of the quarter.
- Operating Cash Flow: SEK15 million with a cash conversion of 127%.
- Sales of Cases: SEK142 million, accounting for 91% of total sales.
- Regional Sales: EMEA: SEK80 million; Americas: SEK57 million; APAC: SEK20 million.
- Personnel Expenses: SEK23 million, an increase of SEK5 million year-over-year.
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.
Positive Points
- Fractal Gaming Group AB (OSTO:FRACTL) launched new product categories, including the Refine gaming chair and Era 2 case, which received strong market reception and positive reviews.
- The company observed a gradual improvement in the market towards the end of Q3 2024, with resellers increasing stock levels ahead of the crucial sales period in Q4.
- Fractal Gaming Group AB's new product categories, such as gaming chairs and headsets, are less reliant on the component upgrade cycle, providing stability in sales.
- The company maintains a strong financial position with SEK30 million in net cash and no use of the overdraft facility, demonstrating financial stability and flexibility.
- Fractal Gaming Group AB expanded its distribution network by partnering with Best Buy (NYSE:BBY) in the US, increasing product availability to a broader audience.
- Net sales for Q3 2024 decreased by 17.5% year-over-year, reflecting a challenging market environment and high comparative numbers from Q3 2023.
- EBITDA for the quarter was SEK12 million, down from SEK35 million last year, with a margin decline from 18.5% to 7.4%, primarily due to lower net sales and product margins.
- Product margins decreased to 37.8% from 41.8% last year, driven by increased discount levels in the market and negative FX effects.
- Sales out declined by 16.5% due to reduced consumer purchasing behavior amid high inflation and interest rates, as well as anticipation of new component releases.
- The company faced production challenges with the Refine gaming chair, leading to stock shortages in some markets due to higher-than-expected demand.
A: The sales impact from the new product categories, including the gaming chair, was positive in Q3. However, lower sales of water coolers and power supplies outweighed the increased sales from chairs. The full effect of the gaming chair sales is expected in Q4 and into 2025. - Jonas Holst, CEO
Q: You mentioned customer discounts are expected to normalize. Will this happen in Q4 or gradually into 2025?
A: The normalization of customer discounts is expected to be gradual, with Q4 being a significant step in the right direction. The market is expected to stabilize, improving our position. - Jonas Holst, CEO
Q: Do you expect resellers to continue increasing stock levels in Q4, potentially leading to excessive inventories?
A: We expect sales in and sales out to match relatively well. We are monitoring inventory levels closely to ensure a balanced situation, especially with new releases expected in early 2025. - Jonas Holst, CEO
Q: How important are the anticipated GPU launches from NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) for your PC case sales in 2025?
A: The component cycle, particularly NVIDIA's next series, is important for case sales. A delay in these launches could impact sales, but our other categories like chairs and headsets are less dependent on this cycle. - Jonas Holst, CEO
Q: Can you comment on the success of your gaming chairs despite higher pricing compared to competitors?
A: The success of our gaming chairs is due to the combination of design and performance, offering strong value for money. The Refine chair competes well even at a higher price point. - Jonas Holst, CEO
Q: Any updates on the release date of the Scape gaming headset?
A: We are moving closer to the release of Scape, with expectations for it to impact Q4 revenue. More information will be shared in the coming weeks. - Jonas Holst, CEO
Q: Can you elaborate on your partnership with Best Buy and its impact?
A: The partnership with Best Buy is a significant step for Fractal, especially for new product categories. It doesn't differ materially from other partnerships but expands our reach in the American market. - Jonas Holst, CEO
Q: Are there any production bottlenecks for the Fractal Refine gaming chair?
A: While there have been stock shortages due to higher-than-expected demand, we are ramping up production to meet demand. We expect to be in a better position by the end of the year. - Jonas Holst, CEO
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.