Groupon Q1 2020 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Groupon's Q1 2020 results were significantly impacted by COVID-19, leading to a substantial net loss. The company has taken steps to preserve cash and reduce costs. Revenue decreased by 35% year-over-year, and the company reported a net loss of $211 million.
Revenue decreased 35% year-over-year to $374.2 million.
Gross profit decreased 34% year-over-year to $201 million.
Net loss from continuing operations was $211 million, compared to a $41.2 million loss in Q1 2019.
Ended the quarter with $667 million in cash, including $150 million in borrowings.
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Forward Guidance
Groupon is focused on strengthening its cash position and reducing its cost structure to navigate the impact of COVID-19. The company is also working on foundational improvements to its marketplace and operating structure.
Positive Outlook
- Executed phase one of restructuring plan
- Expects the combination of layoffs and furloughs to result in approximately $100 million in cost savings in 2020
- Expect phase one layoffs to result in more than $125 million in annualized cost savings beginning in 2021
- Multi-phase restructuring plan expected to deliver approximately $225 million in annualized cost savings
- Strengthened cash position and significantly reduced cost structure
Challenges Ahead
- COVID-19 has had a major impact on the business
- Macroeconomic landscape creates challenges
- Adjusted EBITDA loss of $22 million
- First quarter GAAP net loss per diluted share of $7.53
- First quarter non-GAAP net loss per diluted share of $1.63
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