MicroVision Q3 revenue jumps on higher customer demand; gross margin turns positive

By Reuters News


Overview

  • U.S. lidar solutions provider's Q3 revenue rose sharply yr/yr to $2.4 mln

  • Company reported Q3 gross margin of 50%, up from negative margin a year ago

  • Company announced significant Q4 cost reductions to accelerate profitability


Outlook

  • MicroVision sees 2026 revenue at $10 mln to $15 mln

  • Company expects 2027 revenue to at least double from 2026

  • MicroVision expects 2027 operating cash burn of about $40 mln


Result Drivers

  • INCREASED PRODUCT DEMAND - Co cited significant growth in customer demand for IRIS sensors and delivery against purchase order backlog

  • NEW PROGRAMS AND ALLIANCES - Co highlighted new defense programs, strategic alliances, and commercial contracts as drivers of Q3 results

  • R&D GRANT - Q3 results included a $6.3 mln cash grant from German government for R&D activities


Company press release:


Key Details

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Beat/Miss

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Consensus Estimate

Q3 Revenue

$2.40 mln


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