Overview
US privacy technology firm's Q1 net loss widened
Research and development expenses dropped after completion of clinical trials
Company invested $5 mln in Zcash Open Development Labs and expanded ZEC holdings
Outlook
Company did not provide specific financial guidance or forecasts for the current or future periods in press release
Result Drivers
ZEC PRICE DECLINE - Net loss widened due to a $77.6 mln unrealized loss on ZEC holdings as the price of ZEC fell from $508.09 to $240.47 during Q1
LOWER R&D SPENDING - Research and development expenses fell after completion of clinical trials
HIGHER STOCK COMPENSATION - General and administrative expenses rose mainly due to increased stock-based compensation for employees and directors
Company press release: ID:nPreTc9lNa
Key Details
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Beat/Miss
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Consensus Estimate
Q1 EPS
-$0.46
Q1 Net Income
-$77.20 mln
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