REDWOOD CITY, Calif., – Feb 05, 2008 – Tumbleweed(R) Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:TMWD), an industry leader in managed file transfer and email security, today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2007.
Revenue was $14.3 million for the quarter ended December 31, 2007, compared to $16.7 million for the same period last year. Product revenue for the fourth quarter of 2007 was $6.0 million, compared to $8.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2006. Service revenue for the fourth quarter of 2007 was $8.3 million, compared to $7.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2006. Revenue from core managed file transfer and email security products increased to $11.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2007 from $9.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2006. Revenue from the identity validation product decreased to $2.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2007 from $6.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2006.
Non-GAAP net loss for the fourth quarter of 2007 was $1.9 million, or $(0.04) per share, compared to a non-GAAP net loss of $242,000, or $(0.00) per share, in the fourth quarter of 2006. Non-GAAP results exclude stock-based compensation expense and intangible asset amortization expense of $1.2 million for the fourth quarter of 2007 and $1.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2006. On a GAAP basis, net loss for the fourth quarter of 2007 was $3.1 million, or $(0.06) per share, compared to a net loss of $1.5 million, or $(0.03) per share, for the fourth quarter of 2006. A reconciliation of GAAP and non-GAAP results is presented in the tables below.
Cash and cash equivalents were $26.3 million at December 31, 2007 compared to $27.0 million at September 30, 2007 and $30.5 million at December 31, 2006.
For the full year 2007, Tumbleweed reported revenue of $57.5 million, compared to $62.0 million for the full year 2006. Revenue from core managed file transfer and email security products increased to $49.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2007 from $43.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2006. Revenue from the identity validation product decreased to $7.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2007 from $14.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2006. Non-GAAP net loss for the full year 2007 was $5.0 million, or $(0.10) per share, compared to non-GAAP net income of $2.2 million, or $0.04 per share, for the full year 2006. Non-GAAP results exclude stock-based compensation expense and intangible asset amortization expense of $5.7 million for the full year 2007 and $7.1 million for the full year 2006. On a GAAP basis, the net loss for the full year 2007 was $10.8 million, or $(0.21), compared to a net loss of $4.9 million, or $(0.10) for the full year 2006.
"2007 was a transformational year for Tumbleweed," said James P. Scullion, Chief Executive Officer of Tumbleweed. "To maximize our growth opportunities and extend our leadership in our target markets, we refined our product strategy, expanded our indirect sales model, and implemented operational changes throughout the company. While a transformation like this is difficult, and we saw a decline in our Validation Authority business, the investments we made in 2007 will be a critical part of our success in 2008 and beyond. I am optimistic that we will be able to expand our product offerings and increase our addressable markets, and I believe that we are well-positioned to achieve solid growth with improved operating margins in 2008."
"I'm pleased that we are already beginning to reap the benefits of our updated strategy," continued Scullion. "In the fourth quarter, we achieved a 21% increase in revenue from our core managed file transfer and email security products, and our channel program gained momentum throughout the year. In the fourth quarter alone we added more than a dozen key partners globally, and during this period nearly half of the company's orders from commercial customers were driven via our channel partners. Internationally, the investments we made are paying off, with last quarter's contribution from our international operations providing 14% of total revenue. And to support our key operations initiatives, we significantly enhanced the leadership of our product and sales teams."
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Conference Call Information
Tumbleweed management will host a conference call on Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. PST (5:00 p.m. EST) to discuss the fourth quarter and full year 2007 results. The call can be accessed by dialing (800) 218-0204 and giving the company name, "Tumbleweed." Participants are asked to call the assigned number approximately 10 minutes before the conference call begins. A replay of the conference call will be available after 5:00 p.m. PST on February 5, 2008 through February 19, 2008 by dialing (800) 405-2236 and entering pass code 11106213#. The conference call and supplemental financial information will also be available on the investor relations portion of the Tumbleweed website.
Safe Harbor Statement
Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements that could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently expected, particularly with respect to Tumbleweed's financial outlook for the first quarter of 2008 (including estimated revenue, loss, and loss per share on both a GAAP and a non-GAAP basis), as well as Tumbleweed's beliefs about the transformation of the company, expansion of its product offerings, increase in its addressable markets, improved operating margins, and its future growth and success. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "may," "will," "should," "potential," "continue," "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," and similar expressions. For further cautions about the risks of investing in Tumbleweed, we refer you to the documents Tumbleweed files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, particularly Tumbleweed's Form 10-K filed March 14, 2007, Form 10-Q filed November 7, 2007, and such filings for the periods referred to above, to be filed subsequently.
Tumbleweed assumes no obligation to update information contained in this press release. Although this release may remain available on Tumbleweed's website or elsewhere, its continued availability does not indicate that Tumbleweed is reaffirming or confirming any of the information contained herein as of a later date.
Non-GAAP Information
The non-GAAP financial information included in this press release is not prepared in accordance with GAAP as it excludes amortization of intangible assets and stock-based compensation expense. Management believes that the presentation of non-GAAP information may provide useful information to investors because Tumbleweed has historically provided this information and understands that some investors consider it useful in evaluating Tumbleweed's expenses. Management also uses this non-GAAP information, along with GAAP information, in evaluating Tumbleweed's expenses and comparing Tumbleweed's performance with that of its competitors. The non-GAAP results should not be considered a substitute for financial information presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and may be different from non-GAAP measures used by other companies.
About Tumbleweed
Tumbleweed Communications Corp. (NASDAQ:TMWD), an industry leader in managed file transfer and email security, provides enterprise-class solutions to organizations of all sizes. Tumbleweed's innovative products enable organizations to effectively manage and protect business-critical Internet communications, with capabilities that span secure file transfer, encryption, data loss prevention, and email security. Tumbleweed has more than 3,200 customers worldwide, including blue-chip companies across an array of industries such as Technology, Retail, Finance, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Consumer Packaged Goods, Telecom, Energy, and the U.S. Government. The world's most security conscious organizations rely upon Tumbleweed technology including Bank of America Securities, JP Morgan Chase & Co., the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and the U.S. Department of Defense. Tumbleweed's award-winning products build on 14 years of R&D and 27 security patents in the U.S. alone -- many of which are licensed by other security vendors. More information can be found at www.tumbleweed.com.
Tumbleweed, SecureTransport, Secure Messenger and MailGate are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Tumbleweed Communications Corp. in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Tumbleweed Communications Corp.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
December 31, 2007
(in 000s, except per share data)
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, December 31,
(unaudited) (unaudited)
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2007 2006 2007 2006
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REVENUES
Product revenue $ 5,957 $ 8,731 $ 22,529 $ 28,683
Service revenue 8,259 7,597 33,559 29,664
Intellectual property revenue 44 366 1,367 3,647
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NET REVENUE 14,260 16,694 57,455 61,994
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COST OF REVENUE
Cost of product revenue (1) 1,473 1,092 5,694 4,316
Provision for excess inventory - 933 164 933
Cost of service revenue (1) 1,953 1,901 7,672 6,750
Amortization of intangible
assets 234 234 936 1,467
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GROSS PROFIT 10,600 12,534 42,989 48,528
OPERATING EXPENSES
Research and development (1) 3,537 3,833 15,107 14,836
Sales and marketing (1) 6,842 8,016 28,575 28,002
General and administrative
(1) 2,608 2,308 10,157 10,622
Amortization of intangible
assets 39 204 305 1,041
Restructuring costs 930 - 930 -
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TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES 13,956 14,361 55,074 54,501
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OPERATING LOSS (3,356) (1,827) (12,085) (5,973)
Other income, net 294 363 1,336 1,206
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NET LOSS BEFORE TAXES (3,062) (1,464) (10,749) (4,767)
Provision for income taxes 15 56 16 115
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NET LOSS $ (3,077) $(1,520) $(10,765) $ (4,882)
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BASIC AND DILUTED NET LOSS PER
SHARE $ (0.06) $ (0.03) $ (0.21) $ (0.10)
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RECONCILIATION TO NON-GAAP NET
INCOME (LOSS)
NET LOSS $ (3,077) $(1,520) $(10,765) $ (4,882)
Stock-based compensation
expense 888 840 4,504 4,605
Amortization of intangible
assets 273 438 1,241 2,508
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NON-GAAP NET INCOME (LOSS) $ (1,916) $ (242) $ (5,020) $ 2,231
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NON-GAAP BASIC AND DILUTED NET
INCOME (LOSS) PER SHARE $ (0.04) $ (0.00) $ (0.10) $ 0.04
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WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES:
BASIC 51,124 50,310 51,028 50,007
DILUTED 51,124 50,310 51,028 50,007
(1) Stock-based compensation expense is classified as follows:
Cost of product revenue $ - $ 3 $ - $ 9
Cost of service revenue 37 36 142 142
Research and development 186 287 946 1,256
Sales and marketing 164 69 1,205 569
General and administrative 501 445 2,211 2,629
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$ 888 $ 840 $ 4,504 $ 4,605
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Tumbleweed Communications Corp.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
December 31, 2007
(in 000s)
12/31/2007 12/31/2006
ASSETS (unaudited) (unaudited)
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CURRENT ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents $ 26,299 $ 30,511
Accounts receivable, net 13,074 12,506
Other current assets 1,733 1,938
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TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 41,106 44,955
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Goodwill 48,074 48,074
Intangible assets, net 233 1,470
Property and equipment, net 2,038 1,820
Other assets 385 612
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TOTAL ASSETS $ 91,836 $ 96,931
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LIABILITIES & EQUITY
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CURRENT LIABILITIES
Accounts payable $ 820 $ 1,808
Accrued liabilities 6,795 7,522
Accrued merger-related and other costs - 97
Deferred revenue 20,996 20,003
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TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 28,611 29,430
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LONG TERM LIABILITIES
Deferred revenue, excluding current portion 5,401 4,728
Other long term liabilities 13 63
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TOTAL LONG TERM LIABILITIES 5,414 4,791
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TOTAL LIABILITIES 34,025 34,221
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STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Common stock 52 51
Additional paid-in capital 365,155 359,238
Treasury stock (796) (796)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss 94 29
Accumulated deficit (306,694) (295,812)
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TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY 57,811 62,710
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TOTAL LIABILITIES & STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY $ 91,836 $ 96,931
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