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Dec 31, 2022

Gogo Q4 2022 Earnings Report

Gogo's Q4 2022 earnings were announced, revealing a record revenue and adjusted EBITDA.

Key Takeaways

Gogo Inc. reported a record fourth quarter with total revenue of $108.2 million, up 17% year-over-year, and a net income from continuing operations of $27.7 million. Adjusted EBITDA reached a record $46.2 million, also up 17% year-over-year.

Total revenue increased by 17% year-over-year to reach $108.2 million, driven by growth in both service and equipment revenue.

Service revenue reached a record $77.3 million, representing a 12% increase compared to Q4 2021.

Equipment revenue also hit a record of $30.8 million, a 34% increase compared to the same quarter last year.

Adjusted EBITDA increased 17% year-over-year to a record $46.2 million.

Total Revenue
$108M
Previous year: $92.3M
+17.2%
EPS
$0.21
Previous year: $0.17
+23.5%
Gross Profit
$70.4M
Previous year: $63.9M
+10.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$151M
Previous year: $146M
+3.2%
Free Cash Flow
$25M
Previous year: $25.7M
-2.7%
Total Assets
$760M
Previous year: $648M
+17.3%

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Forward Guidance

Gogo provided financial guidance for 2023, including total revenue in the range of $440 million to $455 million, Adjusted EBITDA of $150 million to $160 million, and Free Cash Flow of $80 million to $90 million. They also provided long-term financial targets, including revenue growth at a compound annual growth rate of approximately 17% from 2022 through 2027.

Positive Outlook

  • Total revenue in the range of $440 million to $455 million.
  • Adjusted EBITDA of $150 million to $160 million.
  • Free Cash Flow of $80 million to $90 million.
  • Revenue growth at a compound annual growth rate of approximately 17% from 2022 through 2027.
  • Annual Adjusted EBITDA Margin in the mid-40% range by 2027.

Challenges Ahead

  • Adjusted EBITDA reflects operating expenses of approximately $30 million for strategic and operational initiatives including Gogo 5G and Global Broadband.
  • Free Cash Flow includes capital expenditures of approximately $30 million to $40 million, of which $20 million is tied to Gogo 5G.
  • The 2023 financial guidance and long-term targets do not reflect the impact of the Federal Communications Commission’s Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Reimbursement Program.
  • Global supply chain constraints in 2022.
  • Uncertainties and other factors could materially affect financial condition or future results of operations.