10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2003

EQUINIX INC Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2003

Filed August 4, 2003For Securities:EQIX

Summary

Equinix Inc. (EQIX) reported its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2003. The company experienced significant revenue growth, driven by the recent combination with i-STT and Pihana, which expanded its operations into the Asia-Pacific region. Total revenues increased to $28.4 million for the quarter, up from $18.0 million in the prior year, with the Asia-Pacific segment contributing $4.0 million in its first reported quarter. Despite the top-line growth, the company continues to operate at a loss, reporting a net loss of $21.2 million for the quarter. This loss is influenced by increased costs associated with the expanded operations, including higher depreciation and amortization expenses related to the acquired assets. Management is focused on cost containment and operational integration to achieve future profitability. The company also holds substantial debt, and while currently in compliance with covenants, future performance is critical to avoid potential defaults.

Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenues increased by 57.6% to $28.4 million in Q2 2003 compared to $18.0 million in Q2 2002, primarily due to the acquisition of i-STT and Pihana.
  • 2The Asia-Pacific region contributed $4.0 million in revenue in its first reporting quarter (Q2 2003), signaling geographical expansion.
  • 3Net loss widened to $21.2 million in Q2 2003 from $24.6 million in Q2 2002. However, on a per-share basis, the loss decreased significantly due to a higher weighted average share count.
  • 4Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $24.3 million at June 30, 2003, from $41.2 million at December 31, 2002, indicating significant cash burn.
  • 5Interest expense decreased substantially by 41.6% to $5.0 million in Q2 2003 from $8.6 million in Q2 2002, largely due to the retirement of senior notes.
  • 6The company remains in compliance with its debt covenants as of June 30, 2003, despite a significant debt load.
  • 7Stock-based compensation expense (amortization) decreased to $0.7 million in Q2 2003 from $1.6 million in Q2 2002, reflecting the ongoing amortization of pre-IPO grants.

Frequently Asked Questions

Equinix reported a net loss of $21.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2003, compared to a net loss of $24.6 million for the same period in the prior year. While the absolute loss is significant, the net loss per share improved from $(2.44) to $(7.94) due to a substantial increase in the weighted average number of shares outstanding. The company continues to experience operating losses and has an accumulated deficit of $398.4 million.

The combination, which closed on December 31, 2002, significantly expanded Equinix's geographic reach, adding operations in the Asia-Pacific region. This resulted in a substantial increase in total revenues to $28.4 million for Q2 2003 from $18.0 million in Q2 2002. The Asia-Pacific segment contributed $4.0 million in its first reported quarter. However, this expansion also led to increased costs, including higher depreciation and amortization expenses.

As of June 30, 2003, Equinix had $24.3 million in cash and cash equivalents, a decrease from $41.2 million at the end of 2002. The company has a significant amount of debt, totaling $142.1 million (net of discount and current portion) as of June 30, 2003, including senior notes, a credit facility, and convertible secured notes. While the company stated it was in compliance with its debt covenants, it also highlighted the risk of being required to repay the outstanding credit facility if certain covenants are not met and that it does not have sufficient cash reserves to cover such a repayment.

The company expects to fund the wind-down costs of its Thailand joint venture during the second half of 2003, estimated at approximately $650,000. Additionally, a substantial portion of acquired restructuring activities from the combination are expected to be completed and paid for during the third quarter of 2003. The company also notes ongoing legal proceedings related to its IPO, with a settlement agreement reached in principle subject to court approval, with expenses expected to be covered by insurance.