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Kenexa (Nasdaq: KNXA), a global provider of business solutions for human resources, today announced operating results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2009.
For the fourth quarter of 2009, Kenexa reported total revenue of $39.1 million, compared to $45.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2008. Within total revenue, subscription revenue was $33.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2009, a slight sequential increase compared to the third quarter of 2009 and compared to $37.6 million for the fourth quarter of 2008. Professional services and other revenue was $5.7 million for the fourth quarter of 2009, compared to $7.1 million in the third quarter of 2009 and $7.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2008.
“Our fourth quarter financial results were consistent with our expectations, and were highlighted by 29% year-over-year growth in deferred revenue and cash flows from operations that were again strong at approximately $13 million,” said Rudy Karsan, Chief Executive Officer of Kenexa. “As we enter 2010, we continue to believe that Kenexa’s financial performance will remain consistent with recent quarters as the unemployment rate approaches stability, which is currently expected to occur around the middle of the year. As this occurs, we believe that Kenexa is well positioned to begin scaling its quarterly revenue run rate.”
Karsan added, “With the combination of an expected improvement in the business environment and more favorable comparisons, we expect Kenexa to return to year-over-year growth during 2010. Moreover, we are confident in Kenexa’s long-term competitive position and believe our unique end-to-end value proposition mirrors the sweet spot of customer demand among the Global 5,000. As such, we plan on further increasing our investments in sales and marketing during 2010 in order to position Kenexa for market share gains.”
Non-GAAP income from operations, which excludes share-based compensation expense, amortization of intangibles associated with previous acquisitions, and non-controlling interests, was $3.3 million for the three months ended December 31, 2009. For the three months ended December 31, 2008, non-GAAP income from operations, which excludes share-based compensation expense, amortization of intangibles associated with previous acquisitions, restructuring charges, legal fees related to restructuring charges and a non-cash goodwill impairment charge, was $6.3 million. Non-GAAP net income available to common shareholders was $2.9 million for the three months ended December 31, 2009. Non-GAAP net income available to common shareholders was $0.13 per diluted share for the quarter ended December 31, 2009, which was consistent with the company’s guidance and compared to $0.27 per diluted share in the fourth quarter of 2008.
Kenexa’s income from operations for the three months ended December 31, 2009, determined in accordance with GAAP, was $0.8 million, compared with loss from operations of $166.1 million for the same period of 2008. GAAP net income available to common shareholders was $0.3 million, or $0.01 per diluted share for the three months ended December 31, 2009, compared to a net loss of $120.9 million and a loss of $5.36 per diluted share in the same period of 2008. GAAP loss from operations, net loss and net loss per share in the fourth quarter of 2008 included the impact of a $167.0 million goodwill impairment charge.
Kenexa had cash, cash equivalents and investments of $58.8 million at December 31, 2009, an increase from $50.2 million at the end of the prior quarter. The Company generated cash from operations of $13.0 million during the fourth quarter, which was partially offset by capital expenditures. Deferred revenue was $50.0 million at December 31, 2009, an increase of approximately $5.8 million compared to the end of the third quarter 2009 and an increase of 29% from the end of the year ago period.
Other Fourth Quarter Highlights
- More than “30” “preferred partner” customers were added during the quarter (defined as customers that spend more than $50,000 annually).
- The average annual revenue from the Company’s top 80 customers was greater than $1.0 million, consistent with the end of the prior quarter.
- Continued global expansion with the opening of an office in Buenos Aires, Argentina, which includes an RPO Center of Excellence and support for Latin American and major multinational organizations.
Full Year 2009 Financial Results
For the full year 2009, Kenexa reported total revenue of $157.7 million, compared to $203.7 million for the full year 2008. Subscription revenue was $133.9 million and professional services revenue was $23.8 million for the full year 2009, compared to $163.4 million and $40.3 million, respectively, in the year ago period.
Kenexa’s loss from operations for the full year 2009, determined in accordance with GAAP, was $29.0 million compared with loss from operations of $144.2 million for 2008. GAAP net loss was $31.1 million or $1.38 per share for the full year 2009, compared to net loss of $104.7 million or a loss of $4.60 per diluted share for the full year 2008. GAAP loss from operations, net loss and loss per share included the impact of a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of $33.3 million for the full year 2009, while the year ago period included a similar charge for $167.0 million.
Business Outlook
Based on information as of today, February 2, 2010, the Company is issuing guidance for the first quarter and full year 2010 as follows:
First Quarter 2010: The Company expects revenue to be $38 million to $40 million, and non-GAAP operating income to be $2.2 million to $2.6 million. Assuming an effective tax rate for reporting purposes of approximately 20% and approximately 23.0 million shares outstanding, Kenexa expects its non-GAAP net income per diluted share to be $0.08 to $0.09.
Full Year 2010: The Company expects revenue to be $160 million to $168 million, and non-GAAP operating income to be $14.5 million to $18.5 million. Assuming an effective tax rate for reporting purposes of approximately 20% and approximately 23.0 million shares outstanding, Kenexa expects its non-GAAP net income per diluted share to be $0.52 to $0.66.
For more information on Kenexa, please visit www.kenexa.com
Matt Lafata, HRchitect
