Universal Display Corporation

01/08/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/08/2024 20:18

Universal Display Corporation Announces Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results

EWING, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), enabling energy-efficient displays and lighting with its UniversalPHOLED ® technology and materials, today reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024.

"We reported solid second quarter results as the OLED IT adoption cycle begins to gain momentum," said Brian Millard, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Universal Display Corporation. "With leading OEMs embarking on their OLED IT journey with the introduction of new OLED PC products, we believe that a new multi-year capex cycle has commenced to support this growth. As the broadening proliferation of OLEDs across the consumer landscape fuels the market's positive trajectory, we are enhancing our operational and strategic infrastructure and fortifying our leadership position in the ecosystem. This new chapter in our long-term growth story is expected to usher in tremendous opportunities for the industry and for us."

Financial Highlights for the Second Quarter of 2024

  • Total revenue in the second quarter of 2024 was $158.5 million as compared to $146.6 million in the second quarter of 2023.
  • Revenue from material sales was $95.4 million in the second quarter of 2024 as compared to $77.1 million in the second quarter of 2023. The increase in material sales was primarily due to strengthened demand for our emitter materials.
  • Revenue from royalty and license fees was $59.6 million in the second quarter of 2024 as compared to $64.4 million in the second quarter of 2023. The decrease in royalty and license fees was primarily the result of changes in customer mix between periods, partially offset by increased sales volume.
  • Cost of material sales was $35.5 million in the second quarter of 2024 as compared to $28.6 million in the second quarter of 2023. The increase in cost of material sales was primarily due to an increase in the level of materials sales.
  • Total gross margin was 76% in the second quarter of 2024 as compared to 78% in the second quarter of 2023. The decrease was primarily due to changes in customer and product mix.
  • Operating income was $56.4 million in the second quarter of 2024 as compared to $58.6 million in the second quarter of 2023.
  • The effective income tax rate was 19.3% and 22.4% in the second quarter of 2024 and 2023, respectively.
  • Net income was $52.3 million or $1.10 per diluted share in the second quarter of 2024 as compared to $49.7 million or $1.04 per diluted share in the second quarter of 2023.

Revenue Comparison

($ in thousands)

Three Months Ended June 30,

2024

2023

Material sales

$

95,442

$

77,107

Royalty and license fees

59,551

64,399

Contract research services

3,512

5,059

Total revenue

$

158,505

$

146,565

Cost of Materials Comparison

($ in thousands)

Three Months Ended June 30,

2024

2023

Material sales

$

95,442

$

77,107

Cost of material sales

35,491

28,570

Gross margin on material sales

59,951

48,537

Gross margin as a % of material sales

63

%

63

%

Financial Highlights for the First Half of 2024

  • Total revenue in the first half of 2024 was $323.8 million as compared to $277.0 million in the first half of 2023.
  • Revenue from material sales was $188.7 million in the first half of 2024 as compared to $147.3 million in the first half of 2023. The increase in material sales was primarily due to strengthened demand for our emitter materials.
  • Revenue from royalty and license fees was $127.8 million in the first half of 2024 as compared to $119.6 million in the first half of 2023. The increase in royalty and license fees was primarily the result of higher unit material volume, partially offset by a reduced cumulative catch-up adjustment and changes in customer mix between periods.
  • Cost of material sales was $69.6 million in the first half of 2024 as compared to $58.1 million in the first half of 2023 primarily due to an increase in the level of materials sales, partially offset by a $3.8 million decrease in inventory reserve expense.
  • Total gross margin was 77% in the first half of 2024 as compared to 76% in the first half of 2023.
  • Operating income was $119.3 million in the first half of 2024 as compared to $104.0 million in the first half of 2023.
  • The effective income tax rate was 19.3% and 22.6% in the first half of 2024 and 2023, respectively.
  • Net income was $109.2 million or $2.29 per diluted share in the first half of 2024 compared to $89.5 million or $1.87 per diluted share in the first half of 2023.

Revenue Comparison

($ in thousands)

Six Months Ended June 30,

2024

2023

Material sales

$

188,726

$

147,297

Royalty and license fees

127,819

119,609

Contract research services

7,219

10,126

Total revenue

$

323,764

$

277,032

Cost of Materials Comparison

($ in thousands)

Six Months Ended June 30,

2024

2023

Material sales

$

188,726

$

147,297

Cost of material sales

69,587

58,058

Gross margin on material sales

119,139

89,239

Gross margin as a % of material sales

63

%

61

%

2024 Revised Guidance

The Company has increased the lower end of its previous revenue guidance and believes that 2024 revenue will be in the range of $645 million to $675 million. The OLED industry remains at a stage where many variables can have a material impact on results, and the Company thus caveats its financial guidance accordingly.

Dividend

The Company also announced a third quarter cash dividend of $0.40 per share on the Company's common stock. The dividend is payable on September 30, 2024 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on September 16, 2024.

Conference Call Information

In conjunction with this release, Universal Display will host a conference call on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The live webcast of the conference call can be accessed under the events page of the Company's Investor Relations website at ir.oled.com . Those wishing to participate in the live call should dial 1-877-524-8416 (toll-free) or 1-412-902-1028. Please dial in 5-10 minutes prior to the scheduled conference call time. An online archive of the webcast will be available within two hours of the conclusion of the call.

About Universal Display Corporation

Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED) is a leader in the research, development and commercialization of organic light emitting diode (OLED) technologies and materials for use in display and solid-state lighting applications. Founded in 1994 and with subsidiaries and offices around the world, the Company currently owns, exclusively licenses or has the sole right to sublicense more than 6,000 patents issued and pending worldwide. Universal Display licenses its proprietary technologies, including its breakthrough high-efficiency UniversalPHOLED® phosphorescent OLED technology that can enable the development of energy-efficient and eco-friendly displays and solid-state lighting. The Company also develops and offers high-quality, state-of-the-art UniversalPHOLED materials that are recognized as key ingredients in the fabrication of OLEDs with peak performance. In addition, Universal Display delivers innovative and customized solutions to its clients and partners through technology transfer, collaborative technology development and on-site training. To learn more about Universal Display Corporation, please visit https://oled.com/ .

Universal Display Corporation and the Universal Display Corporation logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Universal Display Corporation. All other Company, brand or product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks.

All statements in this document that are not historical, such as those relating to the projected adoption, development and advancement of the Company's technologies, and the Company's expected results, as well as the growth of the OLED market and the Company's opportunities in that market, are forward-looking financial statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements in this document, as they reflect Universal Display Corporation's current views with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated. These risks and uncertainties are discussed in greater detail in Universal Display Corporation's periodic reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, in particular, the section entitled "Risk Factors" in Universal Display Corporation's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023. Universal Display Corporation disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement contained in this document.

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UNIVERSAL DISPLAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(UNAUDITED)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

June 30, 2024

December 31, 2023

ASSETS

CURRENT ASSETS:

Cash and cash equivalents

$

92,856

$

91,985

Short-term investments

437,667

422,137

Accounts receivable

124,386

139,850

Inventory

171,843

175,795

Other current assets

132,729

87,365

Total current assets

959,481

917,132

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, net of accumulated depreciation of $153,523 and $143,908

185,474

175,150

ACQUIRED TECHNOLOGY, net of accumulated amortization of $195,235 and $186,850

81,940

90,325

OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS, net of accumulated amortization of $11,125 and $10,414

6,163

6,874

GOODWILL

15,535

15,535

INVESTMENTS

362,459

299,548

DEFERRED INCOME TAXES

66,664

59,108

OTHER ASSETS

98,845

105,289

TOTAL ASSETS

$

1,776,561

$

1,668,961

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY

CURRENT LIABILITIES:

Accounts payable

$

23,636

$

10,933

Accrued expenses

58,624

52,080

Deferred revenue

63,784

47,713

Other current liabilities

5,955

8,096

Total current liabilities

151,999

118,822

DEFERRED REVENUE

6,732

12,006

RETIREMENT PLAN BENEFIT LIABILITY

53,870

52,249

OTHER LIABILITIES

37,122

38,658

Total liabilities

249,723

221,735

SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY:

Preferred Stock, par value $0.01 per share, 5,000,000 shares authorized, 200,000
shares of Series A Nonconvertible Preferred Stock issued and outstanding
(liquidation value of $7.50 per share or $1,500)

2

2

Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share, 200,000,000 shares authorized, 48,814,273
and 48,731,026 shares issued, and 47,448,625 and 47,365,378 shares outstanding, at
June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively

488

487

Additional paid-in capital

712,234

699,554

Retained earnings

860,058

789,553

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(4,660

)

(1,086

)

Treasury stock, at cost (1,365,648 shares at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023)

(41,284

)

(41,284

)

Total shareholders' equity

1,526,838

1,447,226

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY

$

1,776,561

$

1,668,961

UNIVERSAL DISPLAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

(UNAUDITED)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

Three Months Ended June 30,

Six Months Ended June 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

REVENUE:

Material sales

$

95,442

$

77,107

$

188,726

$

147,297

Royalty and license fees

59,551

64,399

127,819

119,609

Contract research services

3,512

5,059

7,219

10,126

Total revenue

158,505

146,565

323,764

277,032

COST OF SALES

38,328

32,139

75,297

65,109

Gross margin

120,177

114,426

248,467

211,923

OPERATING EXPENSES:

Research and development

36,826

32,318

74,811

63,741

Selling, general and administrative

19,841

17,077

39,093

32,473

Amortization of acquired technology and other intangible assets

4,549

3,994

9,097

6,885

Patent costs

2,401

2,229

4,383

4,484

Royalty and license expense

123

169

1,774

333

Total operating expenses

63,740

55,787

129,158

107,916

OPERATING INCOME

56,437

58,639

119,309

104,007

Interest income, net

9,913

6,198

19,481

13,165

Other loss, net

(1,460

)

(784

)

(3,403

)

(1,487

)

Interest and other loss, net

8,453

5,414

16,078

11,678

INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES

64,890

64,053

135,387

115,685

INCOME TAX EXPENSE

(12,553

)

(14,375

)

(26,197

)

(26,168

)

NET INCOME

$

52,337

$

49,678

$

109,190

$

89,517

NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE:

BASIC

$

1.10

$

1.04

$

2.29

$

1.87

DILUTED

$

1.10

$

1.04

$

2.29

$

1.87

WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES USED IN COMPUTING NET
INCOME PER COMMON SHARE:

BASIC

47,549,843

47,572,971

47,553,969

47,548,404

DILUTED

47,628,113

47,618,115

47,628,470

47,593,657

CASH DIVIDENDS DECLARED PER COMMON SHARE

$

0.40

$

0.35

$

0.80

$

0.70

UNIVERSAL DISPLAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(UNAUDITED)

(in thousands)

Six Months Ended June 30,

2024

2023

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:

Net income

$

109,190

$

89,517

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation

13,092

13,207

Amortization of intangibles

9,097

6,885

Amortization of premium and discount on investments, net

(4,276

)

(6,845

)

Stock-based compensation

18,523

11,320

Deferred income tax benefit

(7,402

)

(12,782

)

Retirement plan expense, net of benefit payments

962

1,397

Decrease (increase) in assets:

Accounts receivable

15,464

(16,726

)

Inventory

3,952

7,365

Other current assets

(45,364

)

12,038

Other assets

6,444

7,665

Increase (decrease) in liabilities:

Accounts payable and accrued expenses

12,367

(17,651

)

Other current liabilities

(2,141

)

(20,811

)

Deferred revenue

10,797

(15,736

)

Other liabilities

(1,536

)

(1,445

)

Net cash provided by operating activities

139,169

57,398

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

Purchases of property and equipment

(16,334

)

(27,274

)

Purchases of intangibles

-

(66,063

)

Purchases of investments

(174,757

)

(115,048

)

Proceeds from sale and maturity of investments

97,620

190,907

Net cash used in investing activities

(93,471

)

(17,478

)

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

Proceeds from issuance of common stock

1,187

971

Payment of withholding taxes related to stock-based compensation to employees

(7,329

)

(7,429

)

Cash dividends paid

(38,685

)

(33,422

)

Net cash used in financing activities

(44,827

)

(39,880

)

INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

871

40

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, BEGINNING OF PERIOD

91,985

93,430

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF PERIOD

$

92,856

$

93,470

SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES:

Unrealized (loss) gain on available-for-sale securities

$

(2,976

)

$

1,848

Common stock issued to Board of Directors and Scientific Advisory Board that was
earned and accrued for in a previous period

300

300

Net change in accounts payable and accrued expenses related to purchases of property
and equipment

(7,082

)

(54

)

Cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds

47,263

59,849

Universal Display:
Darice Liu
[email protected]
[email protected]
+1 609-964-5123

Source: Universal Display Corporation