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Dropbox
🇺🇸 NASDAQ:DBX
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Dec 31, 2024

Dropbox Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Dropbox reported steady revenue growth and an increase in non-GAAP earnings, despite a decline in GAAP net income due to restructuring costs.

Key Takeaways

Dropbox's Q4 FY24 revenue reached $643.6 million, reflecting a 1.4% year-over-year increase. Non-GAAP EPS improved to $0.73 from $0.50 in the prior year, while GAAP EPS declined to $0.34 due to restructuring-related expenses. The company reported an operating margin of 13.7% (GAAP) and 36.9% (non-GAAP). Free cash flow remained strong at $210.5 million, supported by disciplined financial management.

Revenue increased 1.4% year-over-year to $643.6 million.

GAAP net income declined to $102.8 million due to restructuring expenses.

Non-GAAP net income improved to $222.6 million, with an EPS of $0.73.

Free cash flow remained strong at $210.5 million.

Total Revenue
$644M
Previous year: $635M
+1.4%
EPS
$0.73
Previous year: $0.5
+46.0%
Annual Recurring Revenue
$2.57B
Previous year: $2.52B
+2.0%
Paying Users
18.22M
Previous year: 18.12M
+0.6%
Average Revenue Per User
$140
Previous year: $139
+0.9%
Gross Profit
$523M
Previous year: $511M
+2.2%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.59B
Previous year: $1.36B
+17.6%
Free Cash Flow
$268M
Previous year: $256M
+4.6%
Total Assets
$3.33B
Previous year: $2.98B
+11.5%

Dropbox Revenue

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Dropbox Revenue by Geographic Location

Forward Guidance

Dropbox expects to continue investing in AI-powered solutions while maintaining a disciplined approach to cost management.

Positive Outlook

  • Focus on AI-powered product Dash for Business is gaining traction.
  • Ongoing cost optimizations expected to enhance profitability.
  • Growing demand for cloud storage and collaboration solutions.
  • Share repurchase program supports shareholder value.
  • Strong free cash flow position allows continued investment in growth initiatives.

Challenges Ahead

  • Impact of foreign exchange rates may pressure revenue growth.
  • Ongoing restructuring expenses could weigh on short-term profitability.
  • Competitive landscape in cloud storage remains challenging.
  • Macroeconomic uncertainties could affect enterprise spending.
  • Paying user growth remains relatively modest.