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Earnings: Shopify Q1 profit, revenue beat Street view

E-commerce technology firm Shopify (NYSE: SHOP) reported an increase in net profit and revenues for the first quarter, aided mainly by strong demand for its subscription solutions. The results also came in above the market’s estimates, driving the company’s stock higher during Tuesday’s pre-market session.
Shopify Q1 2019 earnings infographic

In the March-quarter, revenue climbed 50% annually to $320.48 million, reflecting a 40% growth in subscription solutions revenue owing to an increase in the number of merchants joining the platform. The top-line also came in above analysts’ projection. At $180 million, merchant solutions revenue was up 58%. As of March 31, monthly recurring revenue was $44.2 million, up 36% compared to last year.

The Canada-based tech firm reported adjusted earnings of $0.09 per share, compared to $0.04 per share in the first quarter of 2018. Analysts had forecast a net loss. On a reported basis, it was a net loss of $24.2 million or $0.22 per share, compared to a loss of $15.9 million or $0.16 per share a year earlier.

The top-line growth was driven by an increase subscription solutions revenue, aided by a spike in the number of merchants joining the platform

Amy Shapero, CFO of Shopify, said, “We’re off to an incredible start this year, as more merchants around the globe choose Shopify to start, grow, and manage their businesses. Entrepreneurs and enterprises alike recognize that Shopify’s merchant-driven mission helps them build their most successful business and thrive in an ever-changing retail landscape.”

During the first quarter, the company launched its TV and film content development division Shopify Studios, and also a multi-currency feature for Shopify Plus merchants who use Shopify Payments.

For fiscal 2019, Shopify expects revenues to be between $1.48 billion and $1.50 billion, and an operating loss in the range of $130 million to $140 million. On an adjusted basis, it sees operating income of $20-$30 million.

Second-quarter revenues are estimated to be in the range of $345 million to $350 million, and operating loss in the $46-$48 million range. On an adjusted basis, the management expects an operating loss between $6 million and $8 million for the June quarter.

Shopify shares maintained a steady uptrend in the past twelve months, gaining around 66% during the period. The stock closed the last trading session higher.

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