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Mar 31, 2020

EPAM Q1 2020 Earnings Report

EPAM's first quarter results exceeded expectations, showcasing robust demand and strategic focus on employee safety and customer partnerships amidst the global pandemic.

Key Takeaways

EPAM Systems reported strong first-quarter results with revenues of $651.4 million, a 24.9% year-over-year increase. GAAP diluted EPS was $1.47, and non-GAAP diluted EPS was $1.43. The company is focused on employee safety and partnering with customers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Revenues increased to $651.4 million, up 24.9% year-over-year.

GAAP income from operations was $87.5 million, a 35.3% increase compared to Q1 2019.

Non-GAAP income from operations was $105.3 million, an 18.1% increase compared to Q1 2019.

GAAP diluted EPS was $1.47, a 38.7% increase compared to Q1 2019.

Total Revenue
$651M
Previous year: $521M
+24.9%
EPS
$1.43
Previous year: $1.25
+14.4%
Cash from Operations
$63.3M
Gross Profit
$228M
Previous year: $177M
+28.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$916M
Previous year: $763M
+20.2%
Free Cash Flow
$34.2M
Previous year: -$13.6M
-350.8%
Total Assets
$2.31B
Previous year: $1.83B
+26.2%

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Forward Guidance

EPAM expects revenues between $590 million and $605 million for the second quarter, reflecting approximately 8.3% year-over-year growth at the mid-point. GAAP income from operations is projected to be 11% to 13% of revenues, and non-GAAP income from operations is expected to be 14% to 16% of revenues. GAAP diluted EPS is projected to be between $0.93 and $1.12, while non-GAAP diluted EPS is expected to be between $1.12 and $1.31.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue growth on a constant currency basis (at mid-point of the range) 9.3%
  • GAAP income from operations as a percentage of revenues 11% to 13%
  • Stock-based compensation expenses 2.5%
  • Amortization of purchased intangible assets 0.5%
  • Non-GAAP income from operations as a percentage of revenues 14% to 16%

Challenges Ahead

  • Revenue growth (at mid-point of the range) 8.3%
  • Foreign exchange rates impact (1)%
  • GAAP effective tax rate (approximately) 13%
  • Tax effect on non-GAAP adjustments 3.8%
  • Non-GAAP effective tax rate (approximately) 23%