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NETSOL Technologies Reports Strong Growth in Subscription and Support Revenues with 26% Increase in Total Service Revenue for 2Q’25

NETSOL Technologies reported 26% revenue growth but incurred a net loss amid increased operating expenses and strategic investments.

Quiver AI Summary

NETSOL Technologies, Inc. reported strong financial results for its second fiscal quarter and six months ended December 31, 2024, highlighting a 2% increase in total net revenues to $15.5 million and a 26% rise in service revenue, primarily from subscription and support services, which grew by 27% to $8.6 million. Despite these gains, the company faced a net loss of $1.1 million compared to a net income of $408,000 in the same period last year, affected by increased operating expenses due to investments in growth and AI. CEO Najeeb Ghauri emphasized the company's focus on recurring revenues and future potential, while CFO Roger Almond noted the importance of a robust balance sheet, with cash and cash equivalents rising to $21.3 million. Overall, the company is optimistic about leveraging its strong sales pipeline and expanding market presence to drive future profitability.

Potential Positives

  • Double-digit growth in subscription and support revenues (27% increase) showcases strong demand for the company's SaaS and cloud offerings.
  • Total service revenue increased by 26%, highlighting effective service delivery and market penetration.
  • The increase in cash and cash equivalents to $21.3 million reflects a solid financial position and liquidity for future investments.
  • Strategic investments in AI product development indicate a forward-thinking approach that may enhance competitive advantage and long-term growth potential.

Potential Negatives

  • Total license fees significantly decreased to $73,000 from $3.0 million in the prior year period, indicating a substantial drop in a potential revenue stream.
  • GAAP net loss attributable to NETSOL for the quarter and six months was $(1.1 million) and $(1.1 million) respectively, contrasting with net income in the prior periods, highlighting a negative shift in profitability.
  • The company's operating expenses also rose to $7.4 million (48% of sales) compared to $6.1 million (40% of sales) in the prior year, which may raise concerns about cost management and profitability moving forward.

FAQ

What were NETSOL Technologies' key financial highlights for Q2 2025?

NETSOL reported a 2% increase in total net revenues to $15.5 million and a 27% rise in subscription and support revenues to $8.6 million.

How did recurring revenue growth impact NETSOL's profitability?

While there was strong growth in recurring revenues, investments in AI affected short-term profitability, leading to a GAAP net loss of $1.1 million.

What drove the increase in service revenues for NETSOL?

Total service revenues grew by 26% in Q2 2025, primarily due to higher demand for implementation services in the US and UK.

What is the significance of NETSOL's cash and cash equivalents increase?

Cash and cash equivalents rose to $21.3 million, providing a strong financial foundation for future investments and growth opportunities.

When will NETSOL hold its next conference call to discuss financial results?

The next conference call is scheduled for February 13, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

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Full Release




  • Double digit growth in subscription and support revenues in 2Q’25


  • Total service revenue increased 26% in 2Q’25


  • 45% gross margins in 2Q’25


  • Cash and cash equivalents increased to $21.3 million



ENCINO, Calif., Feb. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --


NETSOL Technologies, Inc.



(Nasdaq:



NTWK



),

a global business services and asset finance solutions provider, reported results for the second fiscal quarter and six months ended December 31, 2024.



Najeeb Ghauri, Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of NETSOL Technologies Inc., commented, “Our second quarter of fiscal 2025 was highlighted by strong growth in recurring revenues which have been a key strategic focus of ours. During the quarter, we also made investments in the business which better position us for long-term growth. While these investments, particularly in AI, impacted our short-term profitability, they better position us to capitalize on our established expertise as a leading provider of business services and asset financing solutions. With a strong sales pipeline and growing market presence in the US, we believe that we are well positioned to drive positive results in the full fiscal year.”




Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results



Total net revenues for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 increased 2% to $15.5 million, compared with $15.2 million in the prior year period, driven primarily by increases in subscription and support revenues and services revenues in the quarter. On a constant currency basis, total net revenues were $15.4 million.




  • Total license fees were $73,000 compared with $3.0 million in the prior year period.


  • Total subscription (SaaS and cloud) and support revenues increased 27% to $8.6 million compared with $6.8 million in the prior year period. Total subscription and support revenues as percentage of sales were 56%, compared with 45% in the prior year period. Included in subscription and support revenues in the quarter is a one-time catch up of approximately $1.0 million. Absent this one-time catch up, total subscription and support revenues in the quarter would have increased approximately 12% compared to the prior year period, which more accurately reflects increases in contract values. Total subscription and support revenues on a constant currency basis were $8.6 million.


  • Total services revenues increased 26% to $6.8 million, compared with $5.4 million in the prior year period. Total services revenues on a constant currency basis were $6.7 million.





Gross profit for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 was $6.9 million or 45% of net revenues, compared to $7.2 million or 47% of net revenues in the second quarter of fiscal 2024. On a constant currency basis, gross profit was $6.9 million or 45% of net revenues.



Operating expenses for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 were $7.4 million or 48% of sales compared to $6.1 million or 40% of sales for the second quarter of fiscal 2024. On a constant currency basis, operating expenses were $7.3 million or 47% of sales. The increase in operating expenses is primarily related to increased sales and marketing costs as the Company continues to invest in growth opportunities.



Loss from operations for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 was $(487,000) compared to income from operations of $1.0 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2024. On a constant currency basis, loss from operations was $389,000.



GAAP net loss attributable to NETSOL for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 totaled $(1.1 million) or $(0.10) per diluted share, compared with GAAP net income of $408,000 or $0.04 per diluted share in the prior year period. Included in GAAP net loss attributable to NETSOL in the quarter was a loss on foreign currency exchange transactions of $(698,000).



Non-GAAP EBITDA for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 was a loss of $(775,000) or $(0.07) per diluted share, compared with non-GAAP EBITDA of $1.4 million or $0.12 per diluted share in the second quarter of fiscal 2024 (see note regarding “Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures,” below for further discussion of this non-GAAP measure).



Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 was a loss of $(789,000) or $(0.07) per diluted share, compared with a non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA of $725,000 or $0.06 per diluted share in the prior year period (see note regarding “Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures,” below for further discussion of this non-GAAP measure).




Six Months Ended December 31, 2024, Financial Results



Total net revenues for the six months ended December 31, 2024, were $30.1 million, compared to $29.5 million in the prior year period. On a constant currency basis, total net revenues were $29.8 million.




  • License fees totaled $74,000 compared with $4.3 million in the prior year period. License fees on a constant currency basis were $71,000.


  • Total subscription (SaaS and Cloud) and support revenues for the six months ended December 31, 2024, increased 26% to $16.8 million from $13.3 million in the prior year period. Subscription and support revenues in the six months ended December 31, 2024, included a one-time catch up of approximately $1.7 million. Absent this one-time catch up, total subscription and support revenues for the six months ended December 31, 2024 would have increased approximately 14% compared to the previous period, which more accurately reflects increases in contract values. Total subscription and support revenues on a constant currency basis were $16.7 million.


  • Total services revenues increased 11% to $13.2 million from $11.9 million in the prior year period. Total services revenues on a constant currency basis were $13.0 million. The increase in total services revenues during this period is primarily related to increased implementation services in the US and the UK.





Gross profit for the six months ended December 31, 2024, was $13.5 million or 45% of net revenues, compared with $13.3 million of 45% of net revenues in the prior year period. On a constant currency basis, gross profit for the six months ended December 31, 2024, was $13.6 million or 46% of net revenues as measured on a constant currency basis.



Operating expenses for the six months ended December 31, 2024, were $14.7 million or 49% of sales, compared with $12.0 million or 41% of sales in the prior year period. On a constant currency basis, operating expenses for the six months ended December 31, 2024, were $14.4 million or 48% of sales on as measured on a constant currency basis.



GAAP net loss attributable to NETSOL for the six months ended December 31, 2024, totaled $(1.1 million) or $(0.09) per diluted share, compared with GAAP net income of $439,000 or $0.04 per diluted share in the prior year period. On a constant currency basis, GAAP net loss attributable to NETSOL for the first six months of fiscal 2025 totaled $(877,000) or $(0.08) per diluted share.



Non-GAAP EBITDA for the six months ended December 31, 2024, was a loss of $(473,000) or $(0.04) per diluted share, compared with non-GAAP EBITDA of $2.2 million or $0.19 per diluted share in the prior year period (see note regarding “Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures,” below for further discussion of this non-GAAP measure).



Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA for the six months ended December 31, 2024, was a loss of $(585,000) or $(0.05) per diluted share, compared with non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA of $1.2 million or $0.10 per diluted share in the prior year period (see note regarding “Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures,” below for further discussion of this non-GAAP measure).




Balance Sheet and Capital Structure



Cash and cash equivalents was $21.3 million as of December 31, 2024, compared with $19.1 million as of June 30, 2024. Working capital was $23.0 million as of December 31, 2024, compared with $23.6 million as of June 30, 2024. Total NETSOL stockholders’ equity at December 31, 2024, was $33.9 million or $2.91 per share.




Management Commentary



Najeeb Ghauri, Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of NETSOL Technologies Inc., commented, “We’re investing in AI product development to enhance our already robust suite of asset finance and leasing solutions. Our Transcend Retail platform is gaining encouraging traction, primarily driven by our agreement with a major German auto manufacturer that continues to ramp. Internationally, we announced a multi-million dollar expansion agreement during the quarter with a longstanding customer in China, and subsequent to the quarter, we expanded an existing agreement with a leading Japanese equipment finance company that is now live with our Transcend Finance platform in their operations in New Zealand and Australia. Contracts like these demonstrate both the depth of our customer relationships, and the superior performance and reliability of our products.”



Roger Almond, Chief Financial Officer of NETSOL Technologies Inc., commented, “The growth in recurring revenues during the quarter demonstrates the continued evolution of our business model that over time should drive enhanced predictability and profitability in our business. During the quarter, the strategic investments we made in sales and marketing, coupled with the fluctuation in our licensing revenue as well as fluctuations in the foreign currency exchange rate, impacted our profitability. We are confident that the sustained growth in our recurring revenue, coupled with the investments we are making in the long-term growth of our business will translate into enhanced value for our shareholders. Importantly, our robust balance sheet with substantial cash and shareholders’ equity provides a strong financial underpinning to the business as we execute on our strategy.”




Conference Call



NETSOL Technologies management will hold a conference call on Thursday, February 13, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time (6:00 a.m. Pacific Time) to discuss these financial results. A question-and-answer session will follow management's presentation.



U.S. dial-in: 877-407-0789


International dial-in: 201-689-8562



Please call the conference telephone number 5-10 minutes prior to the start time and provide the operator with the conference ID: NETSOL. The operator will register your name and organization. If you have any difficulty connecting with the conference call, please contact Investor Relations at 203-972-9200.



The conference call will also be broadcast live and available for replay

here

, along with additional replay access being provided through the

company information section

of NETSOL’s website.



A telephone replay of the conference call will be available approximately three hours after the call concludes through Thursday, February 27, 2024.



Toll-free replay number: 844-512-2921


International replay number: 412-317-6671


Replay ID: 13751199




About NETSOL Technologies



NETSOL Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: NTWK) is a worldwide provider of IT and enterprise software solutions primarily serving the global leasing and finance industry. The Company’s suite of applications is backed by 40 years of domain expertise and supported by a committed team of professionals placed in ten strategically located support and delivery centers throughout the world. NETSOL’s products help companies transform their finance and leasing operations, providing a fully automated asset-based finance solution covering the complete leasing and finance lifecycle.





Forward-Looking Statements





This press release may contain forward-looking statements relating to the development of the Company's products and services and future operation results, including statements regarding the Company that are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected. The words “expects,” “anticipates,” variations of such words, and similar expressions, identify forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, but their absence does not mean that the statement is not forward-looking. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Factors that could affect the Company's actual results include the progress and costs of the development of products and services and the timing of the market acceptance. The subject Companies expressly disclaim any obligation or undertaking to update or revise any forward-looking statement contained herein to reflect any change in the company's expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances upon which any statement is based.




Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures



The reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to net income, the most comparable financial measure based upon GAAP, as well as a further explanation of adjusted EBITDA, is included in the financial tables in Schedule 4 of this press release.




Investor Relations Contact:



IMS Investor Relations


netsol@imsinvestorrelations.com


+1 203-972-9200






































































































































































































































































































































































































































NETSOL Technologies, Inc. and Subsidiaries




1: Consolidated Balance Sheets






ASSETS


December 31, 2024


June 30, 2024


Current assets:






Cash and cash equivalents

$

21,270,642



$

19,127,165



Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $17,028 and $398,809


7,829,823




13,049,614



Revenues in excess of billings, net of allowance of $595,875 and $116,148


10,661,549




12,684,518



Other current assets


3,191,378




2,600,786





Total current assets



42,953,392




47,462,083


Revenues in excess of billings, net - long term


777,428




954,029


Property and equipment, net


4,934,498




5,106,842


Right of use assets - operating leases


1,069,948




1,328,624


Other assets


32,339




32,340


Intangible assets, net


-




-


Goodwill


9,302,524




9,302,524





Total assets


$

59,070,129



$

64,186,442










LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY












Current liabilities:






Accounts payable and accrued expenses

$

7,332,560



$

8,232,342



Current portion of loans and obligations under finance leases


8,784,232




6,276,125



Current portion of operating lease obligations


518,075




608,202



Unearned revenue


3,320,286




8,752,153





Total current liabilities



19,955,153




23,868,822


Loans and obligations under finance leases; less current maturities


86,951




95,771


Operating lease obligations; less current maturities


512,062




688,749





Total liabilities



20,554,166




24,653,342









Stockholders' equity:






Preferred stock, $.01 par value; 500,000 shares authorized;


-




-



Common stock, $.01 par value; 14,500,000 shares authorized;






12,589,046 shares issued and 11,650,015 outstanding as of December 31, 2024 ,






12,359,922 shares issued and 11,420,891 outstanding as of June 30, 2024


125,894




123,602



Additional paid-in-capital


129,194,697




128,783,865



Treasury stock (at cost, 939,031 shares





as of December 31, 2024 and June 30, 2024)


(3,920,856

)



(3,920,856

)


Accumulated deficit


(45,288,560

)



(44,212,313

)


Other comprehensive loss


(46,187,766

)



(45,935,616

)




Total NetSol stockholders' equity



33,923,409




34,838,682



Non-controlling interest


4,592,554




4,694,418





Total stockholders' equity



38,515,963




39,533,100





Total liabilities and stockholders' equity


$

59,070,129



$

64,186,442


























































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































NETSOL Technologies, Inc. and Subsidiaries




Schedule 2: Consolidated Statement of Operations






For the Three Months


For the Six Months




Ended December 31,


Ended December 31,





2024




2023




2024




2023



Net Revenues:










License fees

$

72,688



$

2,990,453



$

73,917



$

4,270,902



Subscription and support


8,642,629




6,827,781




16,835,100




13,340,024



Services


6,821,344




5,419,707




13,226,142




11,869,196




Total net revenues


15,536,661




15,237,941




30,135,159




29,480,122













Cost of revenues



8,616,320




8,062,204




16,650,706




16,142,368



Gross profit



6,920,341




7,175,737




13,484,453




13,337,754













Operating expenses:










Selling, general and administrative


7,073,622




5,807,494




14,037,943




11,240,463



Research and development cost


333,669




341,411




693,618




719,830




Total operating expenses


7,407,291




6,148,905




14,731,561




11,960,293













Income (loss) from operations



(486,950

)



1,026,832




(1,247,108

)



1,377,461













Other income and (expenses)










Interest expense


(236,386

)



(290,322

)



(494,605

)



(566,339

)


Interest income


529,072




468,280




1,298,939




882,998



Gain (loss) on foreign currency exchange transactions


(698,392

)



(14,617

)



(155,847

)



(148,870

)


Other income


38,064




(57,305

)



191,555




576




Total other income (expenses)


(367,642

)



106,036




840,042




168,365













Net income before income taxes



(854,592

)



1,132,868




(407,066

)



1,545,826



Income tax provision



(331,614

)



(150,053

)



(561,431

)



(271,948

)


Net income



(1,186,206

)



982,815




(968,497

)



1,273,878




Non-controlling interest



39,164




(574,499

)



(107,750

)



(834,672

)


Net income attributable to NetSol


$

(1,147,042

)


$

408,316



$

(1,076,247

)


$

439,206























Net income per share:










Net income per common share










Basic

$

(0.10

)


$

0.04



$

(0.09

)


$

0.04




Diluted

$

(0.10

)


$

0.04



$

(0.09

)


$

0.04












Weighted average number of shares outstanding









Basic


11,484,298




11,372,819




11,456,996




11,359,338



Diluted


11,484,298




11,372,819




11,456,996




11,359,338



















































































































































































































































































































































































NETSOL Technologies, Inc. and Subsidiaries




Schedule 3: Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows







For the Six Months





Ended December 31,






2024




2023



Cash flows from operating activities:






Net income (loss)

$

(968,497

)


$

1,273,878



Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash






provided by operating activities:





Depreciation and amortization


738,582




959,949



Provision (reversal) for bad debts




475,172




29,191



Gain on sale of assets


(25,084

)



(98

)


Stock based compensation


95,134




111,787




Changes in operating assets and liabilities:







Accounts receivable


4,405,610




5,722,791




Revenues in excess of billing


2,688,774




(4,239,762

)



Other current assets


(170,856

)



329,171




Accounts payable and accrued expenses


(878,148

)



72,501




Unearned revenue


(5,990,971

)



(3,654,724

)



Net cash provided by operating activities



369,716




604,684












Cash flows from investing activities:






Purchases of property and equipment


(568,134

)



(570,584

)


Sales of property and equipment


45,535




1,248



Purchase of subsidiary shares


(8,878

)



-




Net cash used in investing activities



(531,477

)



(569,336

)











Cash flows from financing activities:






Proceeds from the exercise of stock options and warrants


430,000




-



Dividend paid by subsidiary to non-controlling interest


(306,799

)



-



Proceeds from bank loans


2,676,932




135,123



Payments on finance lease obligations and loans - net


(162,370

)



(162,482

)



Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities



2,637,763




(27,359

)


Effect of exchange rate changes



(332,525

)



118,273



Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents



2,143,477




126,262


Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period


19,127,165




15,533,254



Cash and cash equivalents at end of period


$

21,270,642



$

15,659,516





























































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































NETSOL Technologies, Inc. and Subsidiaries




Schedule 4: Reconciliation to GAAP




For the Three Months


For the Six Months


Ended December 31,


Ended December 31,



2024




2023




2024




2023










Net Income (loss) attributable to NetSol

$

(1,147,042

)


$

408,316



$

(1,076,247

)


$

439,206


Non-controlling interest


(39,164

)



574,499




107,750




834,672


Income taxes


331,614




150,053




561,431




271,948


Depreciation and amortization


372,585




429,163




738,582




959,949


Interest expense


236,386




290,322




494,605




566,339


Interest (income)


(529,072

)



(468,280

)



(1,298,939

)



(882,998

)

EBITDA

$

(774,693

)


$

1,384,073



$

(472,818

)


$

2,189,116


Add back:








Non-cash stock-based compensation


47,355




51,433




95,134




111,787


Adjusted EBITDA, gross

$

(727,338

)


$

1,435,506



$

(377,684

)


$

2,300,903


Less non-controlling interest (a)


(61,529

)



(710,171

)



(207,310

)



(1,109,611

)

Adjusted EBITDA, net

$

(788,867

)


$

725,335



$

(584,994

)


$

1,191,292










Weighted Average number of shares outstanding








Basic


11,484,298




11,372,819




11,456,996




11,359,338


Diluted


11,484,298




11,372,819




11,456,996




11,359,338










Basic adjusted EBITDA

$

(0.07

)


$

0.06



$

(0.05

)


$

0.10


Diluted adjusted EBITDA

$

(0.07

)


$

0.06



$

(0.05

)


$

0.10


















(a)The reconciliation of adjusted EBITDA of non-controlling interest








to net income attributable to non-controlling interest is as follows
















Net Income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interest

$

(39,164

)


$

574,499



$

107,750



$

834,672


Income Taxes


102,414




75,407




173,001




111,784


Depreciation and amortization


92,546




109,765




181,681




251,116


Interest expense


68,636




91,295




147,828




177,184


Interest (income)


(165,365

)



(144,578

)



(408,012

)



(272,669

)

EBITDA

$

59,067



$

706,388



$

202,248



$

1,102,087


Add back:








Non-cash stock-based compensation


2,462




3,783




5,062




7,524


Adjusted EBITDA of non-controlling interest

$

61,529



$

710,171



$

207,310



$

1,109,611






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