CLink Squared Limited
1463.HK
HKD0.250 0.00%
Exchange: HKSE | Sector: Industrials | Industry: Specialty Business Services
Q3 2024
Published: Sep 30, 2024

Earnings Highlights

  • Revenue of $23.68M down 1.1% year-over-year
  • EPS of $0.00 increased by 0% from previous year
  • Gross margin of 28.8%
  • Net income of -11.27M
  • "N/A" - N/A
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Executive Summary

CLink Squared Limited reported QQ3 2024 revenue of MYR 23.68 million, with a gross profit of MYR 6.82 million and a gross margin of 28.79%. Despite a modest YoY revenue decline (-1.12%) and a QoQ drop (-4.55%), gross margin improved meaningfully from the prior quarter, reflecting potential mix shift or cost containment at the gross level. The quarter produced a substantial operating loss of MYR 10.96 million and an EBITDA loss of MYR 9.95 million, driving a net loss of MYR 11.27 million and a negative net income margin of 47.6%. The company, however, generated solid operating cash flow of MYR 9.33 million and free cash flow of MYR 9.16 million, supported by working capital movements and non-cash items, underscoring a healthy liquidity position with a cash balance of MYR 59.72 million and a net debt position of MYR -54.49 million. The balance sheet shows a large goodwill balance (MYR 191.91 million) and minimal near-term indebtedness, contributing to a robust current ratio (~6.1) and a cash ratio (4.21x). While liquidity remains strong, the business continues to face profitability headwinds from a high fixed-cost base and ongoing operating expenses that outpace revenue growth. Absent a material pivot to cost optimization and higher-margin revenue streams, the margin trajectory suggests the need for strategic actions to translate cash generation into sustainable earnings. Management commentary is not included in the provided data; as such, the forward-looking assessment relies on quantitative metrics and industry dynamics. Investors should monitor operating expense discipline, margin expansion, and any strategic initiatives around software-enabled services or cross-selling that could unlock incremental profitability.

Key Performance Indicators

Revenue
Decreasing
23.68M
QoQ: -4.55% | YoY: -1.12%
Gross Profit
Increasing
6.82M
28.79% margin
QoQ: 27.51% | YoY: 1.06%
Operating Income
Decreasing
-10.96M
QoQ: -3 006.23% | YoY: -2 521.33%
Net Income
Decreasing
-11.27M
QoQ: -2 116.82% | YoY: -32 778.26%
EPS
Stable
0.00
QoQ: -2 050.00% | YoY: N/A

Revenue Trend

Margin Analysis

Historical Earnings Comparison

PeriodRevenue ($M)EPS ($)YoY GrowthReport
Q2 2025 27.76 -0.03 +17.2% View
Q1 2025 27.76 -0.03 +11.9% View
Q4 2024 23.68 0.00 -1.1% View
Q3 2024 23.68 0.00 -1.1% View