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Dec 31, 2022

Blacksky Q4 2022 Earnings Report

Blacksky's Q4 2022 earnings were reported, showing significant revenue growth and margin improvement.

Key Takeaways

BlackSky reported a 69% increase in revenue for Q4 2022, reaching $19.4 million, driven by strong growth in imagery and software analytical services. The company's adjusted EBITDA loss improved to $4.6 million, and they anticipate achieving positive adjusted EBITDA in Q4 2023. They also announced a new $150+ million multi-year contract.

Revenue increased by 69% year-over-year to $19.4 million.

Imagery and software analytical services revenue grew by 196% over the prior year's quarter.

Adjusted EBITDA loss improved by $9.8 million year-over-year.

Company anticipates achieving positive Adjusted EBITDA in Q4 2023.

Total Revenue
$19.4M
Previous year: $11.5M
+69.0%
EPS
-$1.04
Previous year: -$7.36
-85.9%
Adjusted EBITDA
-$4.6M
Previous year: -$14.4M
-68.1%
Gross Profit
$11.6M
Previous year: $1.31M
+787.4%
Cash and Equivalents
$34.2M
Previous year: $168M
-79.7%
Total Assets
$234M
Previous year: $306M
-23.5%

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Forward Guidance

BlackSky expects full year 2023 revenue to be between $90 million and $96 million and anticipates achieving positive Adjusted EBITDA in the fourth quarter of 2023. Capital expenditures for the full year 2023 are expected to be between $40 million and $45 million.

Positive Outlook

  • Full year 2023 revenue expected to be between $90 million and $96 million, a 42% increase over 2022 revenue at the mid-point of this range.
  • Strong revenue growth anticipated.
  • High incremental contribution margins expected.
  • Prudent cost management expected.
  • Anticipates achieving positive Adjusted EBITDA in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Revenue & Expenses

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