· Nine-Month Revenue of Nearly $90M, with Off-Road Vehicles as the Core Revenue Driver

· Strong Financial Position with $260M in Liquidity

· New Leadership to Drive Technology Innovation and Expand Growth, Boosting Market Edge and Launching a Fresh Chapter for the Company

JINHUA, China, Nov. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kandi Technologies Group, Inc. (the “Company”, “we” or “Kandi”) (NASDAQ GS: KNDI), today announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2024.

Third Quarter and Nine Months 2024 Financial Highlights

· Q3 revenues decreased to $29.9 million, from $36.4 million in the same period of 2023.

· Nine-month revenues of $89.8 million slipped 5.7% year-over-year.

· Off-road vehicles and associated parts in Q3 were the primary source of revenue, decreasing by 9.2% y/y to $27.5 million, compared to $30.2 million in the same period of 2023.

· Nine-month revenue from off-road vehicles and associated parts decreased by 1.0% y/y to $81.5 million, compared to $82.3 million in the same period of 2023.

· Nine-month net loss was $1.8 million, or $0.02 loss per fully diluted share, compared to a net income of $6.3 million, or $0.08 income per fully diluted share for the same period of 2023.

· Solid financial standing with $260 million in cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, short term investment, and certificate of deposit as of September 30, 2024.

Feng Chen, Kandi’s newly appointed CEO, stated, “Revenue temporarily declined this year due to changes in the sales model for our fully-electric off-road vehicles. In response, the new management team has developed a comprehensive 2025-2029 growth plan, tailored to our current position and approved by the Board. With disciplined execution of our strategic and operational plans, we are confident that each business segment is positioned to reach new height.”

“We see significant growth potential in the all-electric off-road vehicle segment. Over the past few years, we’ve built a solid foundation in technology, product offerings, and market presence. Our golf carts and other models are highly competitive, well-regarded by consumers, and supported by strong partnerships with key clients like Lowe’s. Notably, the recent launch of our NFL-branded golf carts, featuring all 32 NFL teams and available exclusively at Lowe’s, has further strengthened the Kandi brand. Moving forward, we will build on our advantages in technological innovation, product enhancement, and distribution to grow our market share.”

“In today’s complex global economic environment, we are mindful of concerns about trade tensions. To address these challenges, our 2025-2029 growth plan includes targeted measures. We intend to set up U.S.-based production lines for golf carts, utility vehicles, and lithium batteries to better serve the North American market. These local facilities will bring our products closer to key markets, significantly enhancing delivery times and after-sales support. At the same time, we will continue expanding our global presence, targeting new markets in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and beyond with a competitive product portfolio.”

“Even as we navigate shifts in international markets, we are implementing a strategy for growth in China. Our initial focus will be on expanding into smart mobility, a high-growth sector gaining traction with Chinese consumers, where we aim to establish a strong position. Additionally, we will leverage our expertise in manufacturing battery swapping equipment and our experience in battery swapping operations to support major providers in China with advanced technology and services, striving to position Kandi as a leading supplier and operator in China’s battery-swapping market to drive further growth for the company.”

Share Repurchase

As of September 30, 2024, the Company had repurchased a total of 1,480,786 common shares at an average price of $2.49 per share under the repurchase plan, including a total of 58,022 common shares at an average price of $2.18 per share repurchased in the third quarter of 2024.

Q3 2024 Key Financial Results

Net Revenues and Gross Profit (in USD millions)

· Total revenues in the third quarter of 2024 were $29.9 million, compared to $36.4 million in the same period of 2023, representing a decrease of 17.8%, mainly due to a decrease in sales of off-road vehicles, EV parts and lithium-ion cells compared to the prior period.

· Cost of goods sold in the third quarter of 2024 was $20.6 million, compared to $25.5 million in the same period of 2023, representing a decrease of 19.4%. The decrease was primarily due to the corresponding decrease in sales.

· Gross profit in the third quarter of 2024 was $9.4 million, compared to $10.9 million in the same period of 2023, representing a decrease of 14.2%. The overall gross margin for the third quarter was 31.3%, up slightly from 30.0% in the same period of 2023, showing a modest year-over-year improvement in gross margin between the two periods.

Operating Loss (in USD millions)

· Research and development expenses totaled $2.3 million for the third quarter of 2024, an increase of 148.7% compared to $0.9 million for the same period in 2023. The increase was mainly due to a research and development project for battery products conducted in the third quarter.

· Selling and distribution expenses totaled $3.1 million for the third quarter of 2024, a decrease of 26.0% compared to $4.2 million for the same period in 2023. The decrease was mainly due to lower shipping and storage expenses incurred in the third quarter.

· General and administrative expenses totaled $10.7 million for the third quarter of 2024, an increase of 13.7% compared to $9.5 million for the same period in 2023. The increase was primarily due to higher salaries and professional service fees incurred in the third quarter.

Net Income (loss) (in USD millions)

· Net loss was $4.2 million for the third quarter of 2024, compared to net income of $1.3 million for the same period in 2023. The shift was mainly driven by a decrease in gross profit and other income, along with increased operating expenses compared to the prior period.

Balance Sheet (in USD millions)

· Working capital was $274.9 million as of September 30, 2024.

Third Quarter 2024 Conference Call Details

· Toll-free dial-in number: +1-877-407-3982

· International dial-in number: + 1-201-493-6780

· Webcast and replay: https://viavid.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1698022&tp_key=93f9b92661

The live audio webcast of the call can also be accessed by visiting Kandi's Investor Relations page on the Company's website at http://www.kandivehicle.com. An archive of the webcast will be available on the Company's website following the live call.

About Kandi Technologies Group, Inc.

Kandi Technologies Group, Inc. (KNDI), headquartered in Jinhua New Energy Vehicle Town，Zhejiang Province, is engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and sales of various vehicular products. Kandi conducts its primary business operations through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Zhejiang Kandi Technologies Group Co., Ltd. (“Zhejiang Kandi Technologies”), formerly, Zhejiang Kandi Vehicles Co., Ltd. and its subsidiaries including Kandi Electric Vehicles (Hainan) Co., Ltd. and SC Autosports, LLC (d/b/a Kandi America), the wholly-owned subsidiary of Kandi in the United States, and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Kandi America Investment, LLC. Zhejiang Kandi Technologies has established itself as one of China’s leading manufacturers of pure electric vehicle parts and off-road vehicles.

Safe Harbor Statement

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