NASDAQ:UXIN Uxin Q1 2025 Earnings Report $4.46 -0.10 (-2.19%) As of 01:51 PM Eastern This is a fair market value price provided by Polygon.io. Learn more. Earnings History Uxin EPS ResultsActual EPS-$0.03Consensus EPS N/ABeat/MissN/AOne Year Ago EPSN/AUxin Revenue ResultsActual Revenue$55.21 millionExpected RevenueN/ABeat/MissN/AYoY Revenue GrowthN/AUxin Announcement DetailsQuarterQ1 2025Date9/23/2024TimeN/AConference Call DateMonday, September 23, 2024Conference Call Time8:00AM ETConference Call ResourcesConference Call AudioConference Call TranscriptPress Release (8-K)Earnings HistoryCompany ProfilePowered by Uxin Q1 2025 Earnings Call TranscriptProvided by QuartrSeptember 23, 2024 ShareLink copied to clipboard.There are 3 speakers on the call. Operator00:00:00Hello, and welcome to the Uxin First Quarter Fiscal Year 2025 Earnings Conference Call. All participants are in a listen only mode. After today's presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions. Please note this event is being recorded. I would now like to turn the conference over to Jack Wong. Operator00:00:40Please go ahead. Speaker 100:00:43All right. Thank you, operator. Hello, everyone. Welcome to Uxin's earnings conference call for the 1st quarter ended June 30, 2024. On the call today with me, we have D. Speaker 100:00:53K, our Founder and CEO and John Lin, our CFO. D. K. Will review business operations and company highlights, followed by John, who will discuss financials and guidance. They will both be available to answer your questions during the Q and A session that follows. Speaker 100:01:09And before we proceed, I would like to remind you that this call may contain forward looking statements, which are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ from our current expectations. For detailed discussions of the risks and uncertainties, please refer to our filings with the SEC. And now with that, I will turn the call over to our CEO, D. K. Please go, Hester. Speaker 100:01:47Hello, everyone. Thank you for joining us today. I am pleased to reconnect with you all on the call. And to facilitate communications with both domestic and international investors, I will share our company's latest During the Q1 of fiscal year 2025, which covers April to June 2024, our superstore operations maintained strong momentum despite ongoing disruptions in the used car market caused by the aggressive pricing competition in the new car market. We achieved retail sales of 4,090 units for the quarter, representing a 31% increase sequentially and an impressive 142% growth year over year. Speaker 100:02:59Our vehicle turnover efficiency also maintained very healthy with the inventory turnover days at approximately 30 days. As our business continues on this rapid growth trajectory, customer satisfaction has also reached new heights. After maintaining the highest net promoter score in the industry for 9 consecutive quarters at around 60. We further improved this quarter reaching an NPS of 65. Our customers increasingly recognize the quality of our products and the level of service we provide, further solidifying the competitive advantage of Uxin's offline superstore model. Speaker 100:04:22In our shareholder letter last quarter, we outlined our expectation to achieve adjusted EBITDA profitability company wide by the December quarter of 2024. The strong business momentum over the past few months has brought us even closer to this goal. And today, I would like to highlight 3 key areas we are focusing on to drive continued growth. First, we are steadily increasing our inventory levels. Since June, the intensity of new car price wars has begun to ease and consumer demand for used cars has gradually picked up. Speaker 100:05:21In response we've resumed expanding our inventories and we expect to increase our inventory to 2 to 3 times its size at the beginning of the year by the end of 2024. This will provide a wider selection of vehicles to meet customer demand and drive continued retail sales growth over the next few quarters. 2nd, we are increasing the proportion of vehicles we acquire from individual car owners. As our brand presence grows in the cities where our superstores are located, as well as in the surrounding areas, we are seeing a substantial rise in the organic traffic from individual car owners looking to sell or trade in their vehicles. Currently, over 60% of the vehicles we acquire come directly from private owners, placing us at the forefront of the supply chain. Speaker 100:06:44This not only helps us to secure better pricing margins, but also strengthens our competitive edge in regional markets. 3rd, we are focusing on enhancing the penetration of value added services through our one stop shopping experience at our offline superstores and reconditioning centers. We continue to expand high margin services such as financing, insurance, extended warranties, premium accessories and vehicle maintenance. This strategy will further improve our profit gross margin. In addition, we are continuing to expand our network of superstores, building on the success of our current business model. Speaker 100:08:10In July, we reached a strategic partnership with the local government in Zhengzhou to establish a new superstore in the city. We are also actively engaging with several other cities and expect to finalize 1 to 2 more strategic partnerships with the local government soon. This expansion will significantly enhance Uxin's market presence in new regions, driving further sales growth and improving our overall business performance. That concludes my updates for today. I will now turn the call over to our CFO, John to discuss the financials in more detail. Speaker 100:08:51John, please go ahead. Thank you, D. K. And hello everyone. Since we have both domestic and international investors joining us today, I will be presenting our Q1 financial results for the fiscal year of 2025 in both Chinese and English. Speaker 100:09:51Looking back at the Q1 of fiscal year 2025 between April June of 2024, we continued to experience some market disruptions due to the ongoing press wars in the new car market. However, the overall used car market has shown signs of recovery with nationwide used car sales increasing by 6.4% year over year. Importantly, our offline superstore model is now fully operational and strengthened by our brand, product and service capabilities enabling us to achieve record sales in the quarter. Our quarterly retail transaction volume reached 4,090 units representing a 31% sequential increase and a significant 142% year over year growth. The total retail vehicle sales revenue for the Q1 was RMB325 1,000,000 reflecting a 74% year over year increase. Speaker 100:11:10The average selling price of retail vehicles decreased from RMB111000 in the same period last year to RMB79000 this quarter. The substantial increase in transaction volume offset the impact of the lower ASP on overall revenue. On the wholesale front, our wholesale transaction volume in the quarter was 1515 units representing a slight 3% year over year decline with the total wholesale vehicle sales revenue of RMB63.9 million. As a result of the above, our total revenues in the Q1 were RMB401 1,000,000. Our gross margin was 6.4 percent, which remained stable compared to the previous quarter. Speaker 100:12:30And with the market gradually recovering and the increased penetration of our value added services, we anticipate further room for gross margin improvement going forward. As our performance and operational efficiency improved significantly, coupled with our continued focus on strict cost control, our adjusted EBITDA loss for the quarter was RMB33.9 million reflecting a reduction of RMB5.9 million from the previous quarter and a reduction of RMB12.8 million or 27% year over year. Looking ahead to the Q2 of fiscal year 2025 between July September 2024, we expect the retail transaction volume to reach between 5,800 to 6,000 units, representing a sequential growth of over 40%. Total revenues are expected to be between RMB480 1,000,000 RMB500 1,000,000. We also anticipate that our adjusted EBITDA loss will narrow significantly to under RMB10 1,000,000 and we remain confident in achieving positive adjusted EBITDA in the 3rd quarter, which runs from October to December 2024. Speaker 100:15:10Recently, we secured a US7.5 million dollars financing agreement with DDA, a company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. This capital injection will further support the company's efforts to increase inventory vehicle inventory, driving continued growth in our retail sales. In the near term, our primary focus for capital allocation will remain on increasing inventory. In addition, we have other financing plans currently in progress, ensuring that we have sufficient capital to support the rapid growth of our future business. And that concludes the prepared remarks for today. Speaker 100:15:55Thank you all. And operator, we're now ready to begin the Q and A session. Operator00:15:59We will now begin the question and answer session. The first question comes from Fei Dai with TF Securities. Please go ahead. Speaker 200:17:14Translated in English, Congratulations on the strong quarterly results and positive outlook. My first question is, can you elaborate on the specific factors driving the strong retail sales growth? And do you think this growth trend is sustainable? The second question is, we noticed from the quarterly reports that the company's cash position as of June 30 is relatively low. Could you provide more detail on your financial management plans and how you will support future business growth? Speaker 200:17:49Thank you. Speaker 100:18:41So this is D. K. I will address your first question and then John will address the second. So there are 3 key factors driving the significant increase in sales. First is the overall used car market is starting to recover. Speaker 100:18:54Earlier in the year, the aggressive pricing competition in the new car market had a severe impact on the used car sector and with many consumers hesitant to make purchasing decisions. However, as we moved into mid year, the price wars had begun to ease and we've seen a noticeable rebound in demand for used cars. 2nd, as our operations have matured, we've built a stronger presence in the cities where our superstores are located. Our brand product offerings and service capabilities have all improved significantly, leading to higher sales conversion rate. We've reached a tipping point where our growth is now accelerating. Speaker 100:19:33And third, as we observed the market recovering, we proactively expanded our inventory levels, providing customers with a wider selection of vehicles. And this enabled us to better meet consumer demand, resulting in higher sales conversion. And looking ahead, we expect sales growth to remain strong. For the next quarter, we are forecasting a sequential growth of over 40%. And by the end of the year, we plan to increase inventory by 1 to 2 times compared to the beginning of the year with total inventory reaching 3000 to 4000 units. Speaker 100:20:29At the same time, we're confident in maintaining high inventory turnover levels, keeping us on a sustained growth trajectory. Hi, this is John. I will address your second question about cash. It is true that our cash levels have been relatively low over the past few quarters. However, our operating cash flow has improved significantly and we've secured new investments to further enhance our liquidity. Speaker 100:21:44We are also very efficient with our cash usage. And so while ensuring operational stability, the majority of our funds has been directed towards increasing retail inventory. That's why while our cash balance may seem low, it's important to note that our inventory levels have been steadily raising, which has fueled continued sales growth. Over the coming quarters, our primary focus for cash allocation, including the recent financing, will remain on boosting inventory levels. Overall, we operate under 2 core financial principles. Speaker 100:22:351st, ensuring the company's financial position is secure and second, fully supporting our business growth. This demands a high level of financial management and we've made substantial efforts to both increase our cash inflow and manage expenses. As our sales and profitability has improved, both of our first stores are now adjusted EBITDA positive. We are transitioning from burning cash to generating cash. Meanwhile, our investors continue to show strong confidence in Uxin's business prospects. Speaker 100:23:38In early September, we secured a US7.5 million dollars in financing from Dida, And we have additional financing plans currently progressing as scheduled. Also we've implemented multiple rounds of cost saving and efficiency enhancing initiatives resulting in a reduction of approximately RMB2 1,000,000 in fixed monthly expenses compared to the same period last year. As for the new superstores in other regions, we will require additional funding for their launch and inventory buildup, which will primarily be supported through a combination of local government investments and our own capital. Based on our extensive experience in building and operating the QFE and Xi'an superstores as well as favorable local policies, the start up costs for new stores are entirely manageable and remain at a very reasonable level. So to summarize the answer, our financial management remains solid and stable. Speaker 100:25:24As we continue on our path towards long term sustainable growth, we are confident in the ongoing improvement of our cash position. Operator, can we move on to the next? Hi, operator. We have a question we received. So I'll just take the opportunity to ask. Speaker 100:25:51So we have a question from Gary with Water Tower Research. He wanted to know that since the company has been talking about the that the price competition in the new car market has eased somewhat, can you share more about your recent observations on market conditions and how consumer demand for used cars has been evolving in the current economic environment? Hi, this is D. K. Who will address this question. Speaker 100:27:03So that is correct. The price worse in the new car market have been quite intense over the past year. And this year's economic conditions have posed significant challenges. Sales growth for new cars in the first half of this year was only around 5%. And we've observed several popular models experiencing price cuts 3 to 4 times since the Q1 of last year, with price cuts reaching around 30%. Speaker 100:27:55And these aggressive pricing strategies in the new car market have naturally led to a continuous decrease in the average transaction prices in the used car market, where our current average sales average price per vehicle is just over the RMB70 1,000. We believe that in the long run, these lower vehicle prices have opened up a broader market enabling more consumers to purchase better vehicles with smaller budget and this dynamic is also causing consumers to increasingly view used cars as a high value purchasing option. Regardless of the economic situation or market environment, consumer expectations for product and service quality are consistently increasing, raising the bar for superior used car dealerships. Our integrated model of offline superstores and online national sales capacities can fulfill the broadest consumer needs and were highly recognized for our services. With an average sales turnover of about 30 days, which is significantly faster than the industry average of 55 to 60 days, our sales growth and customer satisfaction as measured by our industry leading net promoter store, both consistently exceed industry averages. Speaker 100:29:54And therefore, no matter how market conditions fluctuate, we are confident in our business operations, maintaining a trajectory of continuous improvement with new breakthroughs each month. And that's our answer to what is our research's question. Operator, can we move on? Operator00:30:11Yes. This concludes our question and answer session. I would like to turn the conference back over to management for any closing remarks. Speaker 100:30:21All right. Thank you again for joining today's call and for your continued support in Uxin. 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There are 3 speakers on the call. Operator00:00:00Hello, and welcome to the Uxin First Quarter Fiscal Year 2025 Earnings Conference Call. All participants are in a listen only mode. After today's presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions. Please note this event is being recorded. I would now like to turn the conference over to Jack Wong. Operator00:00:40Please go ahead. Speaker 100:00:43All right. Thank you, operator. Hello, everyone. Welcome to Uxin's earnings conference call for the 1st quarter ended June 30, 2024. On the call today with me, we have D. Speaker 100:00:53K, our Founder and CEO and John Lin, our CFO. D. K. Will review business operations and company highlights, followed by John, who will discuss financials and guidance. They will both be available to answer your questions during the Q and A session that follows. Speaker 100:01:09And before we proceed, I would like to remind you that this call may contain forward looking statements, which are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ from our current expectations. For detailed discussions of the risks and uncertainties, please refer to our filings with the SEC. And now with that, I will turn the call over to our CEO, D. K. Please go, Hester. Speaker 100:01:47Hello, everyone. Thank you for joining us today. I am pleased to reconnect with you all on the call. And to facilitate communications with both domestic and international investors, I will share our company's latest During the Q1 of fiscal year 2025, which covers April to June 2024, our superstore operations maintained strong momentum despite ongoing disruptions in the used car market caused by the aggressive pricing competition in the new car market. We achieved retail sales of 4,090 units for the quarter, representing a 31% increase sequentially and an impressive 142% growth year over year. Speaker 100:02:59Our vehicle turnover efficiency also maintained very healthy with the inventory turnover days at approximately 30 days. As our business continues on this rapid growth trajectory, customer satisfaction has also reached new heights. After maintaining the highest net promoter score in the industry for 9 consecutive quarters at around 60. We further improved this quarter reaching an NPS of 65. Our customers increasingly recognize the quality of our products and the level of service we provide, further solidifying the competitive advantage of Uxin's offline superstore model. Speaker 100:04:22In our shareholder letter last quarter, we outlined our expectation to achieve adjusted EBITDA profitability company wide by the December quarter of 2024. The strong business momentum over the past few months has brought us even closer to this goal. And today, I would like to highlight 3 key areas we are focusing on to drive continued growth. First, we are steadily increasing our inventory levels. Since June, the intensity of new car price wars has begun to ease and consumer demand for used cars has gradually picked up. Speaker 100:05:21In response we've resumed expanding our inventories and we expect to increase our inventory to 2 to 3 times its size at the beginning of the year by the end of 2024. This will provide a wider selection of vehicles to meet customer demand and drive continued retail sales growth over the next few quarters. 2nd, we are increasing the proportion of vehicles we acquire from individual car owners. As our brand presence grows in the cities where our superstores are located, as well as in the surrounding areas, we are seeing a substantial rise in the organic traffic from individual car owners looking to sell or trade in their vehicles. Currently, over 60% of the vehicles we acquire come directly from private owners, placing us at the forefront of the supply chain. Speaker 100:06:44This not only helps us to secure better pricing margins, but also strengthens our competitive edge in regional markets. 3rd, we are focusing on enhancing the penetration of value added services through our one stop shopping experience at our offline superstores and reconditioning centers. We continue to expand high margin services such as financing, insurance, extended warranties, premium accessories and vehicle maintenance. This strategy will further improve our profit gross margin. In addition, we are continuing to expand our network of superstores, building on the success of our current business model. Speaker 100:08:10In July, we reached a strategic partnership with the local government in Zhengzhou to establish a new superstore in the city. We are also actively engaging with several other cities and expect to finalize 1 to 2 more strategic partnerships with the local government soon. This expansion will significantly enhance Uxin's market presence in new regions, driving further sales growth and improving our overall business performance. That concludes my updates for today. I will now turn the call over to our CFO, John to discuss the financials in more detail. Speaker 100:08:51John, please go ahead. Thank you, D. K. And hello everyone. Since we have both domestic and international investors joining us today, I will be presenting our Q1 financial results for the fiscal year of 2025 in both Chinese and English. Speaker 100:09:51Looking back at the Q1 of fiscal year 2025 between April June of 2024, we continued to experience some market disruptions due to the ongoing press wars in the new car market. However, the overall used car market has shown signs of recovery with nationwide used car sales increasing by 6.4% year over year. Importantly, our offline superstore model is now fully operational and strengthened by our brand, product and service capabilities enabling us to achieve record sales in the quarter. Our quarterly retail transaction volume reached 4,090 units representing a 31% sequential increase and a significant 142% year over year growth. The total retail vehicle sales revenue for the Q1 was RMB325 1,000,000 reflecting a 74% year over year increase. Speaker 100:11:10The average selling price of retail vehicles decreased from RMB111000 in the same period last year to RMB79000 this quarter. The substantial increase in transaction volume offset the impact of the lower ASP on overall revenue. On the wholesale front, our wholesale transaction volume in the quarter was 1515 units representing a slight 3% year over year decline with the total wholesale vehicle sales revenue of RMB63.9 million. As a result of the above, our total revenues in the Q1 were RMB401 1,000,000. Our gross margin was 6.4 percent, which remained stable compared to the previous quarter. Speaker 100:12:30And with the market gradually recovering and the increased penetration of our value added services, we anticipate further room for gross margin improvement going forward. As our performance and operational efficiency improved significantly, coupled with our continued focus on strict cost control, our adjusted EBITDA loss for the quarter was RMB33.9 million reflecting a reduction of RMB5.9 million from the previous quarter and a reduction of RMB12.8 million or 27% year over year. Looking ahead to the Q2 of fiscal year 2025 between July September 2024, we expect the retail transaction volume to reach between 5,800 to 6,000 units, representing a sequential growth of over 40%. Total revenues are expected to be between RMB480 1,000,000 RMB500 1,000,000. We also anticipate that our adjusted EBITDA loss will narrow significantly to under RMB10 1,000,000 and we remain confident in achieving positive adjusted EBITDA in the 3rd quarter, which runs from October to December 2024. Speaker 100:15:10Recently, we secured a US7.5 million dollars financing agreement with DDA, a company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. This capital injection will further support the company's efforts to increase inventory vehicle inventory, driving continued growth in our retail sales. In the near term, our primary focus for capital allocation will remain on increasing inventory. In addition, we have other financing plans currently in progress, ensuring that we have sufficient capital to support the rapid growth of our future business. And that concludes the prepared remarks for today. Speaker 100:15:55Thank you all. And operator, we're now ready to begin the Q and A session. Operator00:15:59We will now begin the question and answer session. The first question comes from Fei Dai with TF Securities. Please go ahead. Speaker 200:17:14Translated in English, Congratulations on the strong quarterly results and positive outlook. My first question is, can you elaborate on the specific factors driving the strong retail sales growth? And do you think this growth trend is sustainable? The second question is, we noticed from the quarterly reports that the company's cash position as of June 30 is relatively low. Could you provide more detail on your financial management plans and how you will support future business growth? Speaker 200:17:49Thank you. Speaker 100:18:41So this is D. K. I will address your first question and then John will address the second. So there are 3 key factors driving the significant increase in sales. First is the overall used car market is starting to recover. Speaker 100:18:54Earlier in the year, the aggressive pricing competition in the new car market had a severe impact on the used car sector and with many consumers hesitant to make purchasing decisions. However, as we moved into mid year, the price wars had begun to ease and we've seen a noticeable rebound in demand for used cars. 2nd, as our operations have matured, we've built a stronger presence in the cities where our superstores are located. Our brand product offerings and service capabilities have all improved significantly, leading to higher sales conversion rate. We've reached a tipping point where our growth is now accelerating. Speaker 100:19:33And third, as we observed the market recovering, we proactively expanded our inventory levels, providing customers with a wider selection of vehicles. And this enabled us to better meet consumer demand, resulting in higher sales conversion. And looking ahead, we expect sales growth to remain strong. For the next quarter, we are forecasting a sequential growth of over 40%. And by the end of the year, we plan to increase inventory by 1 to 2 times compared to the beginning of the year with total inventory reaching 3000 to 4000 units. Speaker 100:20:29At the same time, we're confident in maintaining high inventory turnover levels, keeping us on a sustained growth trajectory. Hi, this is John. I will address your second question about cash. It is true that our cash levels have been relatively low over the past few quarters. However, our operating cash flow has improved significantly and we've secured new investments to further enhance our liquidity. Speaker 100:21:44We are also very efficient with our cash usage. And so while ensuring operational stability, the majority of our funds has been directed towards increasing retail inventory. That's why while our cash balance may seem low, it's important to note that our inventory levels have been steadily raising, which has fueled continued sales growth. Over the coming quarters, our primary focus for cash allocation, including the recent financing, will remain on boosting inventory levels. Overall, we operate under 2 core financial principles. Speaker 100:22:351st, ensuring the company's financial position is secure and second, fully supporting our business growth. This demands a high level of financial management and we've made substantial efforts to both increase our cash inflow and manage expenses. As our sales and profitability has improved, both of our first stores are now adjusted EBITDA positive. We are transitioning from burning cash to generating cash. Meanwhile, our investors continue to show strong confidence in Uxin's business prospects. Speaker 100:23:38In early September, we secured a US7.5 million dollars in financing from Dida, And we have additional financing plans currently progressing as scheduled. Also we've implemented multiple rounds of cost saving and efficiency enhancing initiatives resulting in a reduction of approximately RMB2 1,000,000 in fixed monthly expenses compared to the same period last year. As for the new superstores in other regions, we will require additional funding for their launch and inventory buildup, which will primarily be supported through a combination of local government investments and our own capital. Based on our extensive experience in building and operating the QFE and Xi'an superstores as well as favorable local policies, the start up costs for new stores are entirely manageable and remain at a very reasonable level. So to summarize the answer, our financial management remains solid and stable. Speaker 100:25:24As we continue on our path towards long term sustainable growth, we are confident in the ongoing improvement of our cash position. Operator, can we move on to the next? Hi, operator. We have a question we received. So I'll just take the opportunity to ask. Speaker 100:25:51So we have a question from Gary with Water Tower Research. He wanted to know that since the company has been talking about the that the price competition in the new car market has eased somewhat, can you share more about your recent observations on market conditions and how consumer demand for used cars has been evolving in the current economic environment? Hi, this is D. K. Who will address this question. Speaker 100:27:03So that is correct. The price worse in the new car market have been quite intense over the past year. And this year's economic conditions have posed significant challenges. Sales growth for new cars in the first half of this year was only around 5%. And we've observed several popular models experiencing price cuts 3 to 4 times since the Q1 of last year, with price cuts reaching around 30%. Speaker 100:27:55And these aggressive pricing strategies in the new car market have naturally led to a continuous decrease in the average transaction prices in the used car market, where our current average sales average price per vehicle is just over the RMB70 1,000. We believe that in the long run, these lower vehicle prices have opened up a broader market enabling more consumers to purchase better vehicles with smaller budget and this dynamic is also causing consumers to increasingly view used cars as a high value purchasing option. Regardless of the economic situation or market environment, consumer expectations for product and service quality are consistently increasing, raising the bar for superior used car dealerships. Our integrated model of offline superstores and online national sales capacities can fulfill the broadest consumer needs and were highly recognized for our services. With an average sales turnover of about 30 days, which is significantly faster than the industry average of 55 to 60 days, our sales growth and customer satisfaction as measured by our industry leading net promoter store, both consistently exceed industry averages. Speaker 100:29:54And therefore, no matter how market conditions fluctuate, we are confident in our business operations, maintaining a trajectory of continuous improvement with new breakthroughs each month. And that's our answer to what is our research's question. Operator, can we move on? Operator00:30:11Yes. This concludes our question and answer session. I would like to turn the conference back over to management for any closing remarks. Speaker 100:30:21All right. Thank you again for joining today's call and for your continued support in Uxin. We look forward to speaking with you again in the very near future. Thank you. Operator00:30:31The conference has Speaker 200:30:31now concluded. Speaker 100:30:32Thank you. Bye bye. Thank you.Read morePowered by