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XOSWW — Xos, Inc.

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Q4 2025 Earnings Call Summary

March 26, 2026

Summary of Xos, Inc. Q4 2025 Earnings Call

1. Key Financial Results and Metrics

  • Full Year 2025:

    • Revenue: $46 million on 328 units delivered, up from 297 units in 2024.
    • GAAP Gross Margin: 5.9%, down from 7.1% in 2024; Non-GAAP Gross Margin: 8.8%, down from 18%.
    • Operating Loss: Narrowed by 28% to $33.1 million; Non-GAAP Operating Loss: $24.3 million.
    • Adjusted EBITDA Loss: Improved by 33% to $23.5 million from $34.8 million in 2024.
    • Positive Free Cash Flow: $5.4 million, a significant turnaround from negative $49.1 million in 2024.
    • Cash Position: Ended with $14 million, up from $11 million.

  • Q4 2025:

    • Revenue: $5.2 million on 34 units, down from $16.5 million on 130 units in Q3.
    • GAAP Gross Margin: Loss of $2.6 million; Non-GAAP Gross Margin: Profit of $300,000 (5.2%).
    • Operating Loss: $9.7 million, improved from $14.6 million in Q4 2024.

2. Strategic Updates and Business Highlights

  • Operational Achievements:

    • Expanded manufacturing capabilities, including a dedicated production line for Blue Bird powertrain kits.
    • Successfully navigated tariff impacts through strategic stockpiling and supplier agreements.
    • Significant improvements in working capital management, with accounts receivable reduced from $26.9 million to $6 million.

  • Product Development:

    • Continued focus on expanding the product portfolio, including new powertrain variants and mobile charging hubs.
    • The hub product line is being enhanced to address various customer needs, including energy storage and mobile power applications.

  • Customer Relationships:

    • Strengthened ties with major customers like UPS and Blue Bird, with repeat orders indicating growing confidence in Xos's products.

3. Forward Guidance and Outlook

  • 2026 Expectations:
    • Revenue forecast: $40 to $50 million.
    • Unit deliveries: 350 to 500.
    • Non-GAAP Operating Loss: $11.9 to $13.3 million.
    • Anticipated growth in hub and powertrain segments, with high double-digit to triple-digit growth expected.

4. Bad News, Challenges, or Points of Concern

  • Revenue Decline in Q4: The significant drop in revenue from Q3 to Q4 (from $16.5 million to $5.2 million) raises concerns about seasonality and demand fluctuations.
  • Gross Margin Pressures: The decline in gross margins due to product mix and inventory write-downs, alongside ongoing tariff impacts, remains a concern.
  • Dependence on Key Customers: Heavy reliance on a few large customers (e.g., UPS and Blue Bird) poses risks if demand from these customers fluctuates.

5. Notable Q&A Insights

  • Hub Product Opportunities: The new hub products are designed for diverse applications beyond traditional EV charging, including power reliability for industrial users.
  • Powertrain Business Expansion: While Blue Bird is currently the main customer for powertrains, Xos is exploring additional markets and applications to diversify its customer base.
  • V2G Capabilities: The introduction of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology is being explored for retrofitting existing vehicles, which could enhance product offerings.
  • Working Capital Management: Continued focus on optimizing inventory turnover and reducing operational costs is expected to support cash generation in 2026.

Overall, Xos, Inc. demonstrated significant operational progress in 2025, achieving positive free cash flow and narrowing losses, while also laying the groundwork for future growth despite facing challenges in revenue and margin pressures.

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