10-QPeriod: Q3 FY2025

Snowflake Inc. Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Oct 31, 2024

Filed November 27, 2024For Securities:SNOW

Summary

Snowflake Inc. (SNOW) reported its financial results for the quarter ending October 31, 2024. The company demonstrated continued revenue growth, with product revenue increasing by 29% year-over-year for the quarter and 31% year-over-year for the nine-month period, reaching $900.3 million and $2.52 billion respectively. This growth was primarily driven by increased consumption from existing customers, as evidenced by a healthy net revenue retention rate of 127%. Despite revenue growth, Snowflake reported a net loss of $324.3 million for the quarter, widening from $214.3 million in the prior year period, and a year-to-date net loss of $958.2 million. This was driven by significant operating expenses, particularly in sales and marketing ($438.0 million) and research and development ($442.4 million) for the quarter, reflecting ongoing investments in growth and product development, including AI capabilities. The company also successfully raised $2.3 billion in convertible senior notes during the quarter, strengthening its liquidity position. Key operational highlights include an increase in customers with over $1 million in trailing 12-month product revenue to 542, and a substantial remaining performance obligation (RPO) of $5.7 billion. Management continues to focus on expanding its AI Data Cloud and investing in innovation, while also managing operational costs. The company is navigating a dynamic macroeconomic environment, with an active stock repurchase program in place.

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Key Highlights

  • 1Revenue increased by 28% year-over-year to $942.1 million for the third quarter and 30% year-over-year to $2.64 billion for the first nine months.
  • 2Product revenue, the primary driver of growth, increased by 29% year-over-year to $900.3 million for the quarter.
  • 3Net loss widened to $324.3 million for the quarter, compared to $214.3 million in the prior year period, due to increased operating expenses.
  • 4Operating expenses, particularly Sales & Marketing and R&D, increased year-over-year, reflecting continued investment in growth and product innovation, including AI.
  • 5The company raised $2.3 billion in convertible senior notes during the quarter, enhancing its liquidity.
  • 6Remaining Performance Obligations (RPO) stood at $5.7 billion as of October 31, 2024, indicating strong future revenue potential.
  • 7Free Cash Flow was $78.2 million for the quarter, a positive indicator of operational cash generation despite the net loss.

Frequently Asked Questions

Snowflake reported total revenue of $942.1 million for the three months ended October 31, 2024, representing a 28% increase compared to the same period last year. Product revenue, which is the primary driver of growth, increased by 29% year-over-year to $900.3 million.

Snowflake reported a net loss of $324.3 million for the quarter, an increase from the $214.3 million net loss in the prior year quarter. This widened net loss was primarily driven by increased operating expenses in sales and marketing, and research and development, as the company continues to invest in growth and innovation, including its AI capabilities.

Snowflake generated positive Free Cash Flow of $78.2 million for the quarter, demonstrating its ability to generate cash from operations. The company also raised $2.3 billion in convertible senior notes during the quarter, further strengthening its liquidity position. Total cash, cash equivalents, and investments stood at $5.0 billion as of October 31, 2024.

Snowflake's Remaining Performance Obligations (RPO) were $5.7 billion as of October 31, 2024. The company expects approximately 50% of this RPO to be recognized as revenue in the next twelve months, indicating a solid revenue pipeline. This metric reflects contracted future revenue not yet recognized.