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- **Revenue Surge**: Q2 2025 revenue up 134% YoY to $3 million, driven by RV market recovery and accessory sales.
- **Gross Margin Pressure**: 21% gross margin (down from 25%) due to lower-margin accessory sales mix.
- **Inventory Strength**: $5 million on hand, supporting 2026 growth and tariff mitigation.
- **Tariff Strategy**: Preloaded 12-month inventory; pursuing onshore manufacturing to reduce risk.
- **Home Energy Expansion**: HESS products UL-certified, targeting $123B global market with federal incentives.

**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- Expion360 achieved record revenue of $3 million in Q2 2025, up 134% YoY and 46% sequentially, driven by RV market recovery and accessory sales growth.
- The company now serves over 300 customers nationwide, including major RV retailers like Camping World and K-Z Recreational Vehicles.
- Launched HESS (Home Energy Storage Solutions) in Q1 2025, targeting the fast-growing battery energy storage market with UL-certified products.
- Advanced tariff mitigation strategies include preloading 6-12 months of inventory and diversifying supply chains to free trade countries like South Korea.

**【Financial Highlights】**
- Gross profit: $0.6 million (21% of revenue), down from 25% YoY due to lower-margin accessory sales mix.
- Selling, general, and administrative expenses: $2 million flat YoY, but reduced to 66% of revenue (vs. 157% YoY).
- Net loss: $1.4 million (38% improvement YoY), driven by higher sales and cost control.
- Inventory: $5 million available for sale, supporting 2026 growth initiatives.

**【Strategic Initiatives】**
- Onshoring manufacturing of key components (BMS, cases) to reduce tariff exposure and expand into government/defense markets.
- Expanding IP portfolio with 11 patents pending across RV, marine, LEV, home energy, and industrial applications.
- HESS targeting $123 billion global market by 2029, leveraging federal tax credits and state incentives.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Tariff Environment**: Preloaded inventory covers 2025 needs; lobbying efforts continue for exclusion. 
- **Inventory Status**: $5 million on hand, majority from pre-purchase in Q4 2024.
- **Pricing Strategy**: Focus on battery sales (higher margin) vs. accessory pass-through products.

Expion360 Inc. (XPON) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Revenue Soars 111%**: Q1 2025 revenue hits $2.0M, driven by RV market recovery and HESS launches.
- **Margin Expansion**: Gross margin improves to 24.5%, net loss cuts nearly half year-over-year.
- **Tariff-Proof Strategy**: 6-12 months inventory and onshoring plans offset tariffs, inventory value surpasses market cap.
- **NeoVolta Partnership**: US battery plant to generate royalties and reduce costs, with partner covering capital.

**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- Expion360 focuses on lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries for RVs, marine, light EVs, and home energy storage, with over 300 customers including Camping World and K-Z RVs.
- Key achievements: HESS shipments began in Q1 2025, partnership with NeoVolta for US battery manufacturing, and 6-12 months of inventory to mitigate tariffs.
- Tariff mitigation efforts include onshoring BMS and cases, and working with Washington to secure tariff relief.

**【Financial Highlights】**
- Q1 2025 revenue: $2.0M (111% YoY growth), gross margin: 24.5% (up from 22.9%), net loss: $1.2M (47.5% improvement).
- SG&A expenses down 24.7% to $1.6M due to reduced headcount and lease termination.
- Cash: $1.1M (vs. $0.5M prior quarter), $2.6M raised via registered offering.

**【Strategic Initiatives】**
- HESS: Two UL-certified systems in final stages, targeting $123B global battery storage market by 2029.
- NeoVolta partnership: Expion provides design expertise; NeoVolta funds US manufacturing, with potential royalties.
- Inventory strategy: Pre-built 6-12 months of stock before tariffs, inventory value exceeds current market cap.

**【Q&A Key Points】**
- Domestic cell plant benefits: Cost-plus pricing, tariff-free production, and royalty revenue.
- Washington meetings: Strong bipartisan support for onshoring; expect policy updates soon.
- Financial burden for plant: Partner covers capital costs; Expion focuses on technology and management.

Expion360 Inc. (XPON) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Q4 Revenue Surge**: 131% YoY growth to $2 million driven by Edge battery and OEM partnerships
- **HESS Launch Momentum**: January 2025 shipments to $123B global market by 2029
- **2025 Growth Drivers**: $5M in new OEM deals, 20-22% gross margin target, NeoVolta JV for US manufacturing
- **Financial Resilience**: $2.6M capital raise, 88% net loss improvement, UL-certified HESS for tax credit eligibility

**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- Q4 2024 revenue reached $2 million, up 131% YoY, driven by expanded OEM relationships and new product launches like the Edge battery.
- Launched Home Energy Storage Solutions (HESS) in January 2025, targeting the fast-growing residential and small commercial solar markets.
- Secured partnerships with Scout Campers, Alaskan Campers, and K-Z Recreational Vehicles, with pre-orders for next-gen Group 27 and GC2 batteries totaling $5 million in expected 2025 revenue.

**【Financial Highlights】**
- Full year 2024 revenue: $5.6 million (-6% YoY) due to RV market slowdown
- Q4 2024 gross margin: 22.1% (down from 23.9% YoY) due to OEM volume discounts
- Net loss: $13.5 million for FY2024 (including $5 million one-time warrant expense)
- Raised $2.6 million in January 2025 via registered direct offering

**【Key Initiatives】**
- Exploring US-based battery manufacturing partnership with NeoVolta to mitigate tariff risks
- Completed UL certification for HESS systems to qualify for California Self Generation Incentive Program and federal tax credits
- Expanded product portfolio with slim-form Edge battery featuring VHC heating and Bluetooth connectivity

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- 2025 gross margin outlook: 20-22% with potential upside from HESS sales
- Tariff mitigation: Pre-buying inventory, sharing costs with suppliers, and passing on costs to customers
- NeoVolta partnership: JV discussions progressing, targeting government grants for onshore manufacturing
- OEM pipeline: $5 million in expected 2025 revenue from new partners

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