Energy-efficient systems maker Energy Focus Q3 sales hit by weak demand, cost cuts lift margins
Energy Focus reported a 30.9% year-over-year decline in Q3 net sales, attributed to decreased military and commercial sales amid a weakened economy and high inflation. However, gross profit margin improved to 17.8% from 15.7% due to cost reductions, including lower temporary labor and fixed expenses. The company did not provide specific guidance for future quarters. Key metrics included Q3 sales of $800,000 and a net loss of $200,000.
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Overview
- Energy Focus Q3 net sales fell 30.9% yr/yr due to decreased military and commercial sales
- Gross profit margin improved to 17.8% from 15.7% yr/yr due to cost reductions
- Company entered three private placements with CEO, totaling $900 thousand in 2025
Outlook
- Company did not provide specific guidance for future quarters or the full year
Result Drivers
- COMMERCIAL SALES DECLINE - Weakened economy and high inflation led to a decrease in commercial sales, impacting overall net sales
- COST REDUCTIONS - Improved gross profit margin due to reduced use of temporary labor and lower fixed expenses
- FAVORABLE PRODUCT MIX - Gross margin improvement aided by a more favorable product mix compared to previous quarters
Key Details
Metric Beat/Mis Actual Consensu
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Estimate
Q3 Sales $800,000
Q3 Net -$200,00
Income 0
Q3 -$100,00
Adjusted 0
EBITDA
Q3 27.20%
Adjusted
Gross
Margin
Q3 -$200,00
Income 0
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Operatio
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