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Dec 31, 2024

Origin Materials Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Origin Materials reported revenue decline but made progress in its CapFormer production.

Key Takeaways

Origin Materials reported Q4 2024 revenue of $9.2 million, primarily from its supply chain activation program, reflecting a decline from the prior year. The company ramped up its CapFormer production with the first PET cap manufacturing line now in commercial production. Net loss widened to $13.5 million due to operating expenses of $16.2 million. The company secured financing to expand manufacturing and maintain a stable cash position of $102.9 million.

Revenue of $9.2 million, down from $13.1 million in Q4 2023.

Net loss increased to $13.5 million due to ongoing operational investments.

CapFormer production ramped up, with eight lines expected online by the end of 2025.

Cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities totaled $102.9 million.

Total Revenue
$9.22M
Previous year: $13.1M
-29.4%
EPS
-$0.09
Previous year: -$0.07
+28.6%
Gross Profit
$12K
Previous year: $1.24M
-99.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$56.3M
Previous year: $75.5M
-25.4%
Free Cash Flow
-$50.8M
Previous year: -$26M
+95.6%
Total Assets
$378M
Previous year: $462M
-18.1%

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Forward Guidance

Origin Materials expects significant revenue growth in 2025 with CapFormer expansion while aiming for EBITDA-positive results by 2026.

Positive Outlook

  • Targeting eight CapFormer production lines by the end of 2025.
  • Expecting meaningful revenue contribution from CapFormer production by Q4 2025.
  • Gross margins expected in mid-double digits as operations scale.
  • No anticipated equity capital raises due to secured debt financing.
  • Projected full-year 2026 revenue of $110M to $140M.

Challenges Ahead

  • Revenue realization delayed due to late start of first CapFormer line.
  • Net loss remains high due to operational ramp-up costs.
  • Increased competition in the sustainable materials sector.
  • Potential supply chain risks impacting production scaling.
  • Long customer qualification processes could delay full revenue recognition.