10-QPeriod: Q3 FY2022

Affirm Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Mar 31, 2022

Filed May 13, 2022For Securities:AFRM

Summary

Affirm Holdings, Inc. reported a significant increase in total revenue for the nine months ended March 31, 2022, reaching $985.2 million, a 62% increase year-over-year. This growth was primarily driven by a substantial 91% increase in Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) to $11.1 billion, supported by a expanding merchant network and a growing active consumer base. Despite the revenue surge, the company continued to operate at a net loss, with a loss of $521.0 million for the same period, compared to a $317.6 million loss in the prior year. This widening loss reflects increased operating expenses, particularly in sales and marketing, which more than doubled year-over-year, and higher provisions for credit losses, indicating a strategic investment in growth and scale. The company's balance sheet shows substantial growth in assets, with total assets increasing to $7.03 billion from $4.87 billion at the end of the previous fiscal year. This growth is fueled by increased loans held for investment and a significant rise in cash and cash equivalents, partly due to the proceeds from a convertible senior notes issuance. However, total liabilities also grew considerably, largely due to the new convertible notes and increased funding debt. Affirm's capital-efficient model continues to be a focus, with equity capital required as a percentage of the total platform portfolio decreasing. Investors should monitor the company's path to profitability amidst its aggressive growth strategy and the rising costs associated with scaling its operations and managing credit risk.

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$354.76M
Operating Expenses$581.31M
Operating Income-$226.55M
Interest Expense$15.82M
Net Income-$54.67M
EPS (Basic)$-0.19
EPS (Diluted)$-0.19
Shares Outstanding (Basic)285.64M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)285.64M

Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenue for the nine months ended March 31, 2022, increased by 62% to $985.2 million, driven by a 91% increase in GMV to $11.1 billion.
  • 2Active consumers grew by 137% to 12.7 million as of March 31, 2022.
  • 3Sales and marketing expenses more than doubled, increasing by 203% year-over-year for the nine months ended March 31, 2022, reflecting significant investment in growth and brand awareness.
  • 4The company reported a net loss of $521.0 million for the nine months ended March 31, 2022, an increase from the $317.6 million net loss in the prior year period.
  • 5Provision for credit losses increased significantly by 352% to $182.6 million for the nine months ended March 31, 2022, reflecting growth in loan originations and a normalization of credit assumptions.
  • 6Total assets grew to $7.03 billion as of March 31, 2022, supported by increased loans held for investment and cash reserves.
  • 7Affirm issued $1.7 billion in convertible senior notes, strengthening its liquidity position but also increasing its debt load.

Frequently Asked Questions

Affirm experienced robust revenue growth, with total revenue increasing by 62% to $985.2 million for the nine months ended March 31, 2022, driven by a 91% surge in GMV. However, the company continued to incur significant net losses, reporting $521.0 million for the same period, an increase from the prior year, due to substantial investments in sales and marketing and higher provisions for credit losses.

Affirm demonstrated strong user adoption, with active consumers growing by 137% to 12.7 million by March 31, 2022. The merchant network also expanded significantly, increasing from 11,513 to 207,049 active merchants, largely due to its partnership with Shopify.

The increase in expenses is primarily driven by significant investments in sales and marketing, which more than doubled year-over-year, reflecting efforts to drive brand awareness and merchant acquisition. Additionally, the provision for credit losses saw a substantial increase of 352%, indicating higher expected credit losses on a growing loan portfolio and a normalization of credit assumptions post-pandemic.

Affirm's balance sheet shows a notable increase in total assets to $7.03 billion, driven by growth in loans held for investment and a substantial increase in cash and cash equivalents, boosted by the proceeds from a convertible senior notes issuance. While total liabilities also increased, the company maintained a capital-efficient model, with equity capital required as a percentage of the total platform portfolio decreasing. The company stated its existing cash balances and available credit facilities are sufficient for at least the next 12 months.