Proficient Auto Logistics Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results
Third Quarter Summary (third quarter 2023 information on a combined basis)
Total Operating Revenue of
Total Operating Loss of
Adjusted Operating Income(1) of
Adjusted Operating Ratio(1) of 98.8% compared to 92.2%
Total Units delivered of 499,311, a decrease of 0.4%
(1) |
Adjusted Operating Income and Adjusted Operating Ratio are non-GAAP financial measures. See “Summary Unaudited Combined Financial Information” on the following page for additional information regarding the use of Adjusted Operating Income and Adjusted Operating Ratio and a reconciliation to the most comparable GAAP measure. |
Rick O’Dell, Proficient’s Chief Executive Officer, commented, “Proficient’s third quarter financial results reflect broad-based reductions in auto shipments as manufacturers sought to address excessive inventory on dealer lots. Our market share continued to increase over the course of the quarter, however, as evidenced by a year-over-year volume decline of 0.4% in our portfolio compared to an overall 1.9% decline in SAAR for the same period. The soft market reduced the level of demand for our dedicated fleet service as well as much of the opportunity for ad hoc spot buys during the quarter – both of which typically command a price premium relative to contract services – and this had a detrimental impact on our revenue mix and operating ratio during the quarter.”
Progress continues on Proficient’s integration of the five Founding Companies, as well as now bringing
On
For accounting and reporting purposes, Proficient has been identified as the designated accounting acquirer of each of the Founding Companies and
Summary Unaudited Combined Financial Information(1)
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Total Operating Revenue |
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$ |
91,506 |
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$ |
104,565 |
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$ |
293,669 |
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$ |
305,150 |
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Total Operating Income / (Loss) |
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(2,186 |
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8,205 |
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12,856 |
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22,885 |
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Add back: |
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Amortization of Intangibles |
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2,217 |
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- |
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3,294 |
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Stock Compensation expense |
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1,071 |
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- |
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1,684 |
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Adjusted Operating Income(2) |
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1,102 |
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8,205 |
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17,834 |
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22,885 |
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Adjusted Operating Ratio(2) |
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98.8 |
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92.2 |
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93.9 |
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92.5 |
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Income / (loss) before income taxes |
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(1,693 |
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7,235 |
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10,914 |
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19,156 |
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Add back: |
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Depreciation & Amortization |
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8,784 |
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4,781 |
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16,792 |
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14,096 |
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Stock Compensation Expense |
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1,071 |
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- |
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1,684 |
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Interest Expense |
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1,397 |
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961 |
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3,831 |
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3,406 |
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Adjusted EBITDA(3) |
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9,559 |
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12,977 |
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33,221 |
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36,658 |
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Adjusted EBITDA Margin(3) |
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10.4 |
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12.4 |
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11.3 |
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12.0 |
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(1) |
The amounts shown above reflect the unaudited summary combined financial results of the five Founding Companies for the full three-month and nine-month periods presented without any pro forma adjustments that would give effect to the completion of the IPO or any related transaction expenses or adjustments recognized as a result of the IPO and concurrent Combinations. The results of Proficient (acquiror entity) are included in the three and nine months ended |
(2) |
Our management team reviews Adjusted Operating Income and the related Adjusted Operating Ratio, both of which are non-GAAP financial measures, as a basis for comparing the results of financial reporting periods excluding the impact of non-cash expenses related solely to our recent IPO and the concurrent corporate combinations. These measures provide management with the requisite insight regarding progress on operating and integration initiatives. The table above provides a reconciliation of Adjusted Operating Income to the most comparable GAAP measure and Adjusted Operating Ratio flows from that. |
(3) |
Our management team reviews Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin, both of which are non-GAAP financial measures, to measure the operating performance and financial condition of our business and to make strategic decisions. See the Appendix for additional information regarding the use of Adjusted EBITDA and a reconciliation to the most comparable GAAP measure and Adjusted EBITDA Margin flows from that. |
Revenue and Profitability(1)
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Unit Volume - Company Deliveries |
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167,772 |
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165,859 |
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480,222 |
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474,125 |
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Revenue / Unit - Company Deliveries |
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$ |
194.18 |
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$ |
192.91 |
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$ |
197.42 |
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$ |
206.53 |
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Unit Volume - Subhaulers |
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331,539 |
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335,442 |
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1,017,094 |
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973,395 |
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Revenue / Unit - Subhaulers |
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$ |
155.98 |
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$ |
189.10 |
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$ |
176.18 |
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$ |
194.22 |
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Percent Revenue, Company |
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39 |
% |
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34 |
% |
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35 |
% |
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34 |
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Percent Revenue, Subhaulers |
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61 |
% |
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66 |
% |
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65 |
% |
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66 |
% |
(1) |
The amounts shown above reflect combined information for the five Founding Companies for the full three-month and nine-month periods presented without any pro forma adjustments that would give effect to the completion of the IPO or any related transaction expenses or adjustments recognized as a result of the IPO and concurrent Combinations. The information for Proficient (acquiror entity) are included in the three and nine months ended |
The year-over-year decline in revenue reflects a pronounced change in the mix of revenue sources during the third quarter of 2024. Company unit deliveries increased 1.1% compared to the third quarter of 2023 as Proficient began expansion of its fleet and the lower overall industry volume was absorbed mostly by reducing subhaul deliveries. The 17.5% decline in per unit revenue for subhaulers reflects a much lower spot buy opportunity and significantly reduced market price points for the spot buys that did occur. In addition, the dedicated fleet portion of Proficient’s revenue declined from
At this lower level of revenue, the operating leverage to cover fixed costs declined as reflected in the higher adjusted operating ratio. Adding back depreciation costs, which have increased due to valuation increases on the merger dates in addition to fleet expansion, results in Adjusted EBITDA margin of 10.5% for the most recent quarter, down from 12.4% in the third quarter of 2023.
Balance Sheet
During the third quarter of 2024, approximately
Conference Call
The Company will host an investor conference call at
About Proficient Auto Logistics
We are a leading specialized freight company focused on providing auto transportation and logistics services. Through the combination of five industry-leading operating companies in conjunction with our IPO in
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which statements involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements generally relate to possible or assume future results of our business, financial condition, results of operations, liquidity, plans and objectives. You can generally identify forward-looking statements because they contain words such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “could,” “intends,” “target,” “projects,” “contemplates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “potential” or “continue” or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions that concern our expectations, strategy, plans or intentions. We have based these forward-looking statements largely on our current expectations and projections regarding future events and trends that we believe may affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. The outcome of the events described in these forward-looking statements is subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors described in the section entitled “Risk Factors” in our Registration Statement on Form S-1 (333-278629) (the “Registration Statement”), and elsewhere in the Registration Statement. Accordingly, you should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. We cannot assure you that the results, events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or occur, and actual results, events or circumstances could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: the economic conditions in the global markets in which we operate; our ability to successfully implement our business strategy, effectively respond to changes in market dynamics and customer preferences, and achieve the anticipated benefits and associated cost savings of such strategies and actions; our ability to recruit and retain qualified driving associates, independent contractors and third-party auto transportation and logistics companies; an increase in the frequency or severity of accidents or other claims; our expectations regarding the successful implementation of the Combinations; geopolitical developments and additional changes in international trade policies and relations; the effect of any international conflicts or terrorist activities, on
The forward-looking statements made in this document relate only to events as of the date on which the statements are made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which the statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. We may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in our forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements. We do not assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
Appendix
Non-GAAP Financial Measure
We report our financial results in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in
Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA does not have a standardized meaning prescribed by GAAP and therefore it may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies, and it should not be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) for the period adjusted for interest expense, net, income tax expense (benefit), depreciation and amortization expense and stock compensation expense.
The following table provides a reconciliation of net income, the most closely comparable GAAP financial measure, to Adjusted EBITDA for Proficient:
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2024 |
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Proficient (Successor) |
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Net loss |
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$ |
(1,365 |
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Interest expense |
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1,407 |
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Income tax benefit |
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(328 |
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Depreciation and amortization expense |
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8,784 |
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Stock compensation expense |
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1,071 |
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Adjusted EBITDA |
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$ |
9,569 |
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Adjusted EPS
Adjusted EPS does not have a standardized meaning prescribed by GAAP and therefore it may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies, and it should not be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Adjusted EPS is defined net income (loss) net of intangible amortization and expense and stock compensation expense per common share computed using the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted adjusted net income (loss) net of intangible amortization and expense and stock compensation expense per common share is computed using the weighted average number of common stock and common stock equivalent shares outstanding during the period.
The following table provides a reconciliation of net income, the most closely comparable GAAP financial measure, to Adjusted EPS for Proficient:
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(in thousands, except per share amounts) |
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2024 |
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Proficient (Successor) |
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Net loss |
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$ |
(1,365 |
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Intangible amortization expense |
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2,217 |
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Stock compensation expense |
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1,071 |
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Adjusted Net Income |
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$ |
1,923 |
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Adjusted Earnings per Share, basic |
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$ |
0.07 |
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Adjusted Earnings per Share, diluted |
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$ |
0.07 |
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS |
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ASSETS |
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Current assets: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
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$ |
16,848,215 |
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$ |
36,292,813 |
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Accounts receivable, net |
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38,671,712 |
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40,060,701 |
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Net investment in leases, current portion |
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276,193 |
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18,160 |
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Maintenance supplies |
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1,479,900 |
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1,415,093 |
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Assets held for sale |
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506,240 |
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348,587 |
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Prepaid expenses and other current assets |
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11,969,671 |
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5,950,765 |
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Total current assets |
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69,751,931 |
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84,086,119 |
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Property and equipment, net |
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129,067,940 |
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113,988,246 |
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Operating lease right-of-use assets |
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10,994,666 |
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14,038,130 |
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Net investment in leases, less current portion |
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234,948 |
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Deposits |
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4,758,223 |
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4,821,387 |
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148,092,515 |
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127,428,122 |
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Intangible assets, net |
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134,906,473 |
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113,823,555 |
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Other long-term assets |
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427,866 |
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462,150 |
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Total assets |
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$ |
498,234,562 |
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$ |
458,647,709 |
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Liabilities and stockholders’ equity |
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Current liabilities: |
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Accounts payable |
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$ |
10,228,606 |
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$ |
11,372,052 |
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Accrued liabilities |
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23,359,120 |
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21,751,346 |
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Income tax payable |
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1,621,689 |
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2,020,927 |
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Line of credit |
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— |
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2,911,720 |
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Finance lease liabilities, current portion |
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86,544 |
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83,982 |
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Operating lease liabilities, current portion |
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1,711,257 |
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1,406,004 |
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Earn-out liability |
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— |
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3,095,114 |
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Long-term debt, current portion |
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18,727,011 |
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19,195,045 |
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Total current liabilities |
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55,734,227 |
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61,836,190 |
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Long-term liabilities: |
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Line of credit |
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9,500,000 |
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Finance lease liabilities, less current portions |
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31,653 |
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54,274 |
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Operating lease liabilities, less current portions |
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9,348,911 |
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12,651,854 |
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Long-term debt, less current portion |
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45,288,020 |
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33,189,156 |
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Deferred tax liability, net |
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39,448,334 |
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32,318,888 |
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Other long-term liabilities |
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408,748 |
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370,499 |
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Total liabilities |
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159,759,893 |
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140,420,861 |
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Stockholders’ equity: |
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Common stock, |
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270,298 |
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259,604 |
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Additional paid in capital |
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344,004,449 |
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322,401,846 |
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Accumulated deficit |
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(5,800,078 |
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(4,434,602 |
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Total stockholders’ equity |
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338,474,669 |
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318,226,848 |
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Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity |
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$ |
498,234,562 |
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$ |
458,647,709 |
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS |
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Successor |
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Three months
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Operating revenue |
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Revenue, before fuel surcharge |
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$ |
84,289,892 |
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Fuel surcharge and other reimbursements |
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6,017,296 |
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Other Revenue |
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375,967 |
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Lease Revenue |
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822,346 |
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Total operating revenue |
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91,505,501 |
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Operating Expenses |
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Salaries, wages and benefits |
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17,373,659 |
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Stock-based compensation |
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1,071,160 |
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Fuel and fuel taxes |
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5,956,074 |
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Purchased transportation |
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44,995,562 |
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Truck expenses |
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5,692,078 |
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Depreciation |
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6,566,444 |
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Intangible amortization |
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2,217,083 |
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Gain on sale of equipment |
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(107,491 |
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Insurance premiums and claims |
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5,459,075 |
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General, selling, and other operating expenses |
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4,467,362 |
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Total Operating Expenses |
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93,691,006 |
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Operating loss |
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(2,185,505 |
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Other income and expense |
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Interest expense |
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(1,407,146 |
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Acquisition Costs |
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(1,049,570 |
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Adjustment of Earn Out Contingency |
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3,095,114 |
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Other income, net |
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(146,151 |
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Total other income |
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492,247 |
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Loss before income taxes |
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(1,693,258 |
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Income tax benefit |
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(327,782 |
) |
Net loss |
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$ |
(1,365,476 |
) |
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Loss Per Share, Basic & Diluted |
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$ |
(0.05 |
) |
Adjusted Earnings Share, Basic & Diluted |
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$ |
0.07 |
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Weighted Average Shares |
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Basic & Diluted |
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26,495,108 |
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Investor Relations:
Chief Financial Officer and Secretary
Phone: 904-506-4317
email: Investor.relations@proficientautologistics.com
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