Strong Financial Position with ~$220 million cash and cash equivalents Returned Capital to Shareholders via Active Share Repurchase Program Introduced Officially Licensed NFL Team Golf Carts Exclusively Available at Lowe's JINHUA, China, Aug. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kandi Technologies Group, Inc. (the "Company", "we" or "Kandi") (NASDAQ GS: KNDI), today announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2024. Second Quarter Highlights Total revenues increased to $39.1 million, up from $36.0 million in the same period of 2023. Off-road vehicles and associated parts were the primary driver of revenue, increasing by 11.3% y/y to $34.7 million, compared to $31.3 million in the same period of 2023. Net income was $1.6 million, or $0.02 income per fully diluted share, compared to net income of $4.4 million, or $0.06 income per fully diluted share for the same period of 2023. Solid financial standing with $220 million in cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, short term investment, and certificate of deposit as of June 30, 2024. During the second quarter, the Company repurchased 673,896 shares of its common stock at an average price of $2.25. Continued to expand the Company's fully electric off-road vehicle lineup in the U.S. with the launch of new products that have injected fresh energy into the market, including the officially licensed NFL-branded golf cart. These offerings provide off-road enthusiasts with advanced performance and sustainable options. Released ultra-high capacity AA batteries in the U.S. market, offering long-lasting and quick charging solutions. Expanded global presence by achieving EEC certification for the 10K all-electric UTV, paving the way for entry into the EU market. Simultaneously, as well as expanded the market for Kandi products in Asia, further increasing its international market share. Dr. Xueqin Dong, CEO of Kandi commented, "Our second quarter results showcase the continued strength and growth of our company. We achieved a notable increase in total revenues, driven by strong sales in our off-road vehicle segment. This reflects the market's positive reception to our innovative and sustainable product offerings." Dong continued, "We remain financially robust, with a solid cash position and share repurchases highlighting our confidence in the company's future. Our focus on the U.S. market, our primary market, has proven particularly rewarding. The successful launch of our new off-road vehicle offerings and ultra-high capacity AA batteries demonstrates our commitment to meeting the needs of American consumers with advanced and sustainable solutions. Additionally, our new partnership with Lowe's to introduce a limited-edition golf cart collection featuring logos and designs for all 32 NFL teams underscores our innovative approach to combining sports enthusiasm with sustainable technology. These golf carts, set to launch in the U.S. market at the end of August, offer fans an exciting and eco-friendly way to show their team pride. Our global expansion efforts, including entry into the EU market and expanded distribution in Asia, further support our long-term growth strategy." Share Repurchase As of June 30, 2024, the Company had repurchased a total of 1,422,764 common shares at an average price of $2.50 per share under the repurchase plan, including a total of 673,896 common shares at an average price of $2.25 per share repurchased in the second quarter of 2024. Q2 2024 Key Financial Results Net Revenues and Gross Profit (in USD millions)   Q2 2024 Q2 2023 Y-o-Y% Net Revenues $39.1   $36.0   8.9 % Gross Profit $11.9   $13.7   -13.8 % Gross Margin%   30.3 %   38.2 % -   Total revenues in the second quarter of 2024 were $39.1 million compared to $36.0 million in the same period of 2023, representing an increase of 8.9%, mainly due to an increase in sales of off-road vehicles and EV products compared to the prior period. Cost of goods sold in the second quarter of 2024 was $27.3 million compared to $22.2 million in the same period of 2023, representing an increase of 22.9%. The increase was primarily due to the corresponding increase in sales. Gross profit in the second quarter of 2024 was $11.9 million, compared to $13.7 million in the same period of 2023, representing a decrease of 13.8%. The overall gross margin for the second quarter was 30.3%, down from 38.2% in the same period of 2023, reflecting the impact of the product mix and the regional revenue shift. Operating Loss (in USD millions)   Q2 2024 Q2 2023 Y-o-Y% Operating Expenses ($13.1 ) ($14.0 ) -6.1 % Loss from Operations ($1.3 ) ($0.2 ) 452.4 % Operating Margin%   -3.2 %   -0.6 % -    Research and development expenses totaled $0.8 million for the second quarter of 2024, a decrease of 10.4% compared to $0.9 million for the same period in 2023. The decrease was mainly due to fewer research and development projects being carried out in the current period than in the same period in 2023. Selling and distribution expenses totaled $4.0 million for the second quarter of 2024, an increase of 43.4% compared to $2.8 million for the same period in 2023. The increase was mainly due to more freight expenses incurred from shipping of the Company's products to cover more retails stores of its customers in the current period. General and administrative expenses totaled $8.3 million for the second quarter of 2024, a decrease of 5.7% compared to $8.8 million for the same period in 2023. Net Income (in USD millions)   Q2 2024 Q2 2023 Y-o-Y% Net Income $1.6   $4.4   -63.1 % Net Income per Share, Basic and Diluted $0.02   $0.06   -   Net Income attributable to Kandi $1.7   $3.7   -55.1 % Net Income attributable to Kandi per Share, Basic and Diluted $0.02   $0.05   -   Net income was $1.6 million for the second quarter of 2024, a decrease of 63.1% compared to $4.4 million for the same period in 2023. The decrease was mainly due to the $2.2 million change in the fair value of contingent consideration recorded in the prior period compared to $0.7 million recorded in the current period, as well as a decrease in gross margin in the current period. Balance Sheet (in USD millions) Working capital was $264.1 million as of June 30, 2024. Second Quarter 2024 Conference Call Details The Company has scheduled a conference call and live webcast to discuss its financial results at 8:00 A.M. Eastern Time (8:00 P.M. Beijing Time) on Friday, August 16, 2024. Management will deliver prepared remarks to be followed by a question and answer session.  The dial-in details for the conference call are as follows: 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=1684400&tp_key=aa761f6044 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 This press release contains certain statements that may include "forward-looking statements." All statements other than statements of historical fact included herein are "forward-looking statements." These forward-looking statements are often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believes," "expects" or similar expressions, involving known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, they do involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties, and these expectations may prove to be incorrect. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including the risk factors discussed in the Company's periodic reports that are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and available on the SEC's website (http://www.sec.gov). All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these risk factors. Other than as required under the applicable securities laws, the Company does not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements. Follow us on Twitter: @ Kandi_Group Contacts: Kandi Technologies Group, Inc.Ms. Kewa Luo+1 (212) The Blueshirt GroupMr. Gary Dvorchak,   - Tables Below - KANDI TECHNOLOGIES GROUP, INC.AND SUBSIDIARIESCONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS(UNAUDITED)(All amounts in thousands)       June 30, 2024   December 31, 2023     (Unaudited)     CURRENT ASSETS         Cash and cash equivalents $ 37,311 $ 33,757 Restricted cash   100,957   59,873 Short term investment   124   - Certificate of deposit   81,210   33,947 Accounts receivable   31,553   18,952 Inventories   72,634   61,551 Notes receivable   63   124,473 Other receivables   20,574   6,477 Prepayments and prepaid expense   3,959   1,909 Advances to suppliers   538