Roku Inc. experienced a significant surge in shares, soaring 10% in Thursday’s aftermarket session. The streaming-media company not only surpassed expectations with its latest financial results, but also provided an optimistic outlook for the future.
Impressive Financial Performance
In the second quarter, Roku reported a net loss of $108 million, equivalent to 76 cents per share. This is an improvement compared to the year-earlier period, which saw a loss of $112 million, or 82 cents per share. Analysts predicted a larger loss of $1.26 per share, according to FactSet.
On an adjusted basis, taking into account earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), the company recorded a loss of $18 million. This number was significantly better than the forecasted loss of $75 million based on the FactSet consensus.
Revenue Growth Exceeds Expectations
Roku’s revenue increased to $847 million from $764 million, surpassing analysts’ projections of $775 million. This growth was driven primarily by the company’s platform revenue, which includes advertising and licensing. Platform revenue reached an impressive $743 million, beating the expected $670 million.
Furthermore, Roku’s devices business also displayed solid growth, with a 9% increase in revenue to $103 million. Although slightly lower than analysts’ expectations of $105 million, this growth is still a positive indicator for the company’s overall performance.
Promising Third Quarter Forecast
Looking ahead, Roku anticipates total net revenue of $815 million for the third quarter. The company also projects an adjusted EBITDA loss of $50 million. Analysts had previously predicted revenue of $809 million and a slightly larger loss of $57 million for adjusted EBITDA.
Macro Concerns and Recovery Signals
Despite the positive results, Roku remains cautious about the overall economic environment. The company stated in its shareholder letter that while there is modest growth in consumer spending, there are still macro concerns and uncertainties to address. However, Roku highlighted recovery signals in certain advertising verticals, particularly in consumer packaged goods and health and wellness. On the other hand, the media and entertainment sector, already facing industry-wide challenges, is expected to be further affected by limited fall release schedules.
Roku’s ability to consistently exceed expectations and adapt to the ever-changing industry landscape positions the company well for future success.