10-QPeriod: Q1 FY2025

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Apr 30, 2024

Filed June 5, 2024For Securities:CRWD

Summary

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. reported a strong first quarter for fiscal year 2025, demonstrating significant top-line growth and a return to profitability. Total revenue surged by 33% year-over-year to $921.0 million, primarily driven by a robust 34% increase in subscription revenue. The company also saw a positive shift to profitability, reporting a net income of $46.3 million for the quarter, a substantial increase from a net income of $0.5 million in the prior year period. This financial performance underscores CrowdStrike's continued execution and market traction in the cybersecurity sector, supported by consistent demand for its cloud-native platform. The company also highlighted its growing Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), which reached $3.6 billion, reflecting a 33% year-over-year increase and indicating strong customer retention and expansion. Despite increased operating expenses related to growth investments, particularly in sales and marketing and research and development, CrowdStrike managed to improve its operating income significantly, signaling efficient scaling and strong operational leverage.

Financial Highlights

53 data points
Beta

Revenue

$921.04M

75.6% Gross Margin

Net Income

$42.82M

4.6% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$0.04

Total Assets

$6.84B

Cash & Equivalents

$3.70B

Free Cash Flow

$333.55M

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$921.04M
Cost of Revenue$225.00M
Gross Profit$696.03M
R&D Expenses$235.25M
Operating Expenses$689.10M
Operating Income$6.94M
Interest Expense$6.51M
Net Income$42.82M
EPS (Basic)$0.04
EPS (Diluted)$0.04
Shares Outstanding (Basic)969.56M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)1.00B

Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenue increased by 33% to $921.0 million, driven by a 34% rise in subscription revenue.
  • 2Net income improved dramatically to $46.3 million, compared to $0.5 million in the prior year's quarter, demonstrating a strong return to profitability.
  • 3Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) grew 33% year-over-year to $3.6 billion, indicating sustained customer value and expansion.
  • 4Operating income turned positive at $6.9 million, a significant improvement from a loss of $19.5 million in the prior year's quarter.
  • 5Gross profit increased by 33% to $696.0 million, maintaining a strong gross margin of 76%.
  • 6The company successfully integrated the acquisition of Flow Security, adding to its goodwill and developed technology portfolio.
  • 7Cash and cash equivalents increased to $3.7 billion, providing a strong liquidity position.

Frequently Asked Questions

CrowdStrike's total revenue increased by 33% year-over-year to $921.0 million for the three months ended April 30, 2024. Subscription revenue, the primary driver, grew by 34%.

Yes, CrowdStrike reported a net income of $46.3 million for the three months ended April 30, 2024, a substantial increase from $0.5 million in the same period last year. This signifies a strong return to profitability.

CrowdStrike's ARR grew by 33% year-over-year to $3.6 billion as of April 30, 2024. This metric reflects the annualized value of subscription contracts and indicates strong ongoing customer commitment and expansion.

CrowdStrike acquired Flow Security on March 26, 2024, for approximately $96.4 million in cash, net of cash acquired, and fair value of replacement equity awards. The acquisition added $84.0 million in goodwill and $13.5 million to developed technology, with results included from the acquisition date. The impact on the consolidated financial statements was not considered material for pro forma disclosures.