Revenue: $369.8 million in Q1 2025, up from $337.3 million in Q1 2024. Gross Profit: $102.4 million in Q1 2025, compared to $86.6 million in Q1 2024. Gross Margin: Increased to 27.7% from 25.7% in Q1 2024. Gamer and Creator Peripherals Revenue: $112 million in Q1 2025, up from $107 million in Q1 2024. Gaming Components and Systems Revenue: $257.8 million in Q1 2025, up from $230.3 million in Q1 2024. Memory Products Revenue: $141.1 million in Q1 2025, up from $124.9 million in Q1 2024. Operating Loss (GAAP): $2.3 million in Q1 2025, compared to $10.2 million in Q1 2024. Adjusted Operating Income: $20.6 million in Q1 2025, up from $15.4 million in Q1 2024. Net Loss (GAAP): $10.1 million or $0.10 per diluted share in Q1 2025, compared to $12.5 million or $0.12 per diluted share in Q1 2024. Adjusted Net Income: $12.3 million or $0.11 per diluted share in Q1 2025, compared to $9.5 million or $0.09 per share in Q1 2024. Adjusted EBITDA: $22.6 million in Q1 2025, compared to $18 million in Q1 2024. Cash Balance: $102.5 million at the end of Q1 2025. Debt: $149 million at face value, down $25 million from the prior quarter.

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Release Date: May 06, 2025

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

Positive Points

Corsair Gaming Inc (NASDAQ:CRSR) reported a 10% revenue growth in Q1 2025 compared to the same period last year, reaching $370 million. Successful integration of Fanatec into Corsair's operations, enhancing product availability and customer experience. Strong demand for gaming components and systems, driven by new high-performance GPUs from NVIDIA. Expansion in gross margins, with an increase from 25.7% in Q1 2024 to 27.7% in Q1 2025. AI integration in products and support systems is expected to drive future growth and improve customer service.

Negative Points

Uncertainty regarding tariffs and their potential impact on the cost of GPUs and consumer demand. Despite revenue growth, Corsair Gaming Inc (NASDAQ:CRSR) reported a GAAP operating loss of $2.3 million in Q1 2025. Net loss attributable to common shareholders was $10.1 million, or $0.10 per diluted share. The company is not reaffirming full-year 2025 financial guidance due to tariff uncertainties. Inventory levels increased, ending Q1 at $276.8 million, which could indicate potential supply chain challenges.

Q & A Highlights

Q: Has anything changed in terms of your confidence in the hardware refresh cycle around the new NVIDIA GPUs? And how has Corsair performed in past recessions? A: Andrew Paul, CEO: The refresh cycle is starting with the new NVIDIA 50 Series cards, but factors like tariffs on semiconductors could impact demand. Historically, during recessions, people tend to stay home, which could benefit gaming and home entertainment sectors.

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Q: What drove the 5% growth in the peripherals segment, and was there any pull-forward demand in the components segment due to tariffs? A: Andrew Paul, CEO: The growth in peripherals was mainly driven by the Fanatec acquisition. There was no significant pull-forward demand in components as the market was limited by card availability, and tariffs began affecting the market only at the end of the quarter.

Q: Can you elaborate on Corsair's strategy to mitigate tariff impacts? A: Thi La, President and COO: Corsair has a flexible manufacturing strategy with products made in several countries. Only 19% of products sold in the US are sourced from China, and this is expected to decrease, allowing us to serve US consumers cost-effectively.

Q: How is Corsair leveraging AI across its business? A: Andrew Paul, CEO: AI is being integrated into products like Elgato's AI Prompter and Wavelink with AiCoustic. AI-driven systems are also enhancing customer support, reducing costs, and strengthening brand relationships. AI is expected to be a significant growth driver.

Q: What are the financial highlights from Q1 2025? A: Michael Potter, CFO: Q1 net revenue was $369.8 million, with a gross profit of $102.4 million. Gross margin improved to 27.7%. Adjusted operating income was $20.6 million, and adjusted EBITDA was $22.6 million. The company reduced debt and improved liquidity.

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

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