AYER, Mass., June 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMSC (NASDAQ: AMSC), a leading system provider of megawatt-scale power resiliency solutions that orchestrate the rhythm and harmony of power on the grid™, and protect and expand the capability of our Navy’s fleet, today announced it has entered into a multi-year and multi-unit delivery contract valued at approximately $75 million with Irving Shipbuilding Inc., a Halifax, Canada shipbuilder that has constructed over 80% of Canada’s Navy at sea today, for Ship Pr ...

Group 1: American Superconductor (AMSC) - American Superconductor is a leading energy technologies company with a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) [1] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increased by 66.7% over the last 60 days [1] - Shares of American Superconductor gained 50.1% over the last three months compared to the S&P 500's gain of 0.1% [1] - The company possesses a Momentum Score of A [1] Group 2: Cool Company Ltd. (CLCO) - Cool Company Ltd. is an owner, operator, and manager of fuel-efficient liquefied natural gas carriers with a Zacks Rank 1 [1] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increased by 10.7% over the last 60 days [1] - Shares of Cool Company gained 2.2% over the last three months compared to the S&P 500's gain of 0.1% [1] - The company possesses a Momentum Score of A [1] Group 3: Aptiv (APTV) - Aptiv is a leading global technology and mobility company primarily serving the automotive sector with a Zacks Rank 1 [2] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings increased by 6.0% over the last 60 days [2] - Shares of Aptiv gained 1.5% over the last three months compared to the S&P 500's gain of 0.1% [2] - The company possesses a Momentum Score of A [2]

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Shares of American Superconductor (AMSC) have been strong performers lately, with the stock up 55.4% over the past month. The stock hit a new 52-week high of $21.19 in the previous session. American Superconductor has gained 88.8% since the start of the year compared to the 16.9% move for the Zacks Computer and Technology sector and the 4.7% return for the Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Components industry.What's Driving the Outperformance?The stock has a great record of positive earnings surprises, as ...

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Financial Data and Key Metrics - Q4 2023 revenue reached a record $42 million, a 32% increase YoY, with Grid business revenue at $34.2 million (up 21% YoY) and Wind business revenue at $7.8 million (more than doubled YoY) [10][15] - Full fiscal year 2023 revenue was $145.6 million, a 35% increase YoY, with Grid business representing 84% and Wind business 16% of total revenue [11][15] - Gross margin for Q4 2023 was 25%, up from 12% YoY, and full-year gross margin was 24%, up from 8% in fiscal 2022 [16] - Net loss for Q4 2023 was $1.6 million ($0.05 per share), compared to $6.9 million ($0.25 per share) YoY, while non-GAAP net income was $1.9 million ($0.06 per share) [17] - Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at the end of fiscal 2023 stood at $92.3 million, up from $25.7 million at the end of fiscal 2022 [17] Business Line Performance - Wind business revenue grew by over 125% YoY in Q4 2023, driven by increased ECS shipments to Inox for both 2MW and 3MW turbines [10][15] - Grid business revenue grew by over 20% YoY in Q4 2023, supported by new energy power systems and ship protection systems [10][15] - The company secured $15 million in 2MW wind turbine ECS orders and $13 million in 3MW ECS orders from Inox in fiscal 2023 [26] Market Performance - Military revenue reached nearly $20 million in fiscal 2023, including ship protection and new energy power systems [13] - Renewable projects accounted for about one-third of total sales, while industrial, mining, and semiconductor projects represented significant portions of the revenue mix [12] - The company delivered and tested its first ship protection system, with two more systems currently being delivered [13] Strategic Direction and Industry Competition - The company is focusing on diversifying its revenue streams, with significant growth opportunities in renewable energy, semiconductors, and military projects [12][13][22] - The Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act in the US are expected to drive demand for the company's new energy power systems [29] - The company is well-positioned to benefit from the global transition to low-carbon energy, with strong demand for its grid solutions in renewable energy and semiconductor markets [28][30] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted the company's ability to generate cash through improved operating leverage and expects continued growth in fiscal 2024 [10][20] - The company is guiding Q1 2024 revenue to be in the range of $38 million to $42 million, with potential for further growth in subsequent quarters [18][21] - Management expressed confidence in achieving $50 million in quarterly revenue and potentially generating net income in the future [22][33] Other Important Information - The company decided to stop issuing press releases for new energy power systems orders, as growth is now coming from multiple business segments [12] - The 12-month backlog at the end of March 2024 stood at $140 million, providing visibility into future revenue [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: Growth in semiconductor-focused Grid business - The semiconductor market is expected to grow significantly over the next few years, with the company well-positioned to benefit from multiple chip fab projects [37][38] - The company has identified hundreds of millions of dollars in potential business from semiconductor customers and expects to become a preferred solution for future builds [40] Question: Wind business outlook - The Wind business is expected to see further improvement later in fiscal 2024, with potential follow-on orders from Inox [42][43] Question: Book and ship business and data center opportunities - The company is seeing some book and ship business within the quarter, but most orders have a lead time of nine months or more [50] - Data centers are on the company's radar, with potential for future growth as the company explores how its solutions can fit into this market [47][48] Question: Potential to reach $50 million in quarterly revenue - Management believes $50 million in quarterly revenue is achievable, though likely not within the next four quarters, with strong operating leverage and minimal CapEx investment required [54][55] Question: Larger order sizes and content per order - Larger order sizes are driven by both increased project sizes and higher content per order, with potential for further growth in the future [60][61]

American Superconductor (AMSC) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.05 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.03 per share. This compares to loss of $0.28 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 266.67%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this wind turbine component maker would post a loss of $0.07 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.03, delivering a surprise of 142.86%.Over t ...

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Transition Period from to Commission file number 000-19672 | --- | --- | |----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------- ...

Exhibit 99.1 AMSC Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results and Provides Business Outlook Business Highlights: • Full year revenues increased over 37% year over year to $145.6 million • Full year gross margin expansion of 1,620 basis points over the prior year • Generated $2.1 million of operating cash flow, helping to further strengthen the balance sheet Company to host conference call tomorrow, May 30 at 10:00 am ET Ayer, MA – May 29, 2024 – AMSC (Nasdaq: AMSC), a leading system provid ...

Core Insights - AMSC reported a significant increase in full-year revenues, rising over 37% year-over-year to $145.6 million, driven by higher revenues in both the Grid and Wind segments [3][4] - The company achieved a gross margin expansion of 1,620 basis points compared to the previous year, indicating improved operational efficiency [3] - AMSC generated $2.1 million in operating cash flow, contributing to a stronger balance sheet [1] Financial Performance - For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, revenues reached $42.0 million, up from $31.7 million in the same period of fiscal 2022, attributed to strong new energy power system sales and increased Wind segment revenues [2] - The net loss for the fourth quarter was $1.6 million, or $0.05 per share, a significant improvement from a net loss of $6.9 million, or $0.25 per share, in the prior year [2] - For the full fiscal year 2023, AMSC reported a net loss of $11.1 million, or $0.37 per share, compared to a net loss of $35.0 million, or $1.26 per share, in fiscal 2022 [3] Business Outlook - AMSC anticipates first-quarter revenues for fiscal 2024 to be between $38 million and $42 million, with a projected net loss not exceeding $2.2 million, or $0.05 per share [5] - The company expects to maintain cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash of no less than $91 million by June 30, 2024 [5] Operational Highlights - AMSC's backlog at year-end stood at $140 million, with $39 million in orders booked during the fourth quarter [4] - The company expressed optimism for fiscal year 2024, citing a diverse order book and a strengthened balance sheet as foundations for long-term growth [4]