LAKESIDE HOLDING PROVIDES FIRST QUARTER OF FISCAL YEAR 2025 RESULTS

2024-11-18 Lakeside Holding Limited HaiPress

ITASCA,Ill.,Nov. 16,2024 -- Lakeside Holding Limited ("Lakeside" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: LSH),a U.S.-based integrated cross-border supply chain solution provider with a strategic focus on the Asian market operating under the brand American Bear Logistics ("ABL"),today announced financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2025,ended September 30,2024.

Q1 2025 Financial Results:

Total revenues decreased by $66,922,or 1.6%,from $4,148,476 for the three months ended September 30,2023,to $4,081,554 for the three months ended September 30,2024. The decrease was primarily driven by a decrease in revenues from our cross-border airfreight solutions,partially offset by an increase in revenues from our cross-border ocean freight solutions.

Revenue from our cross-border airfreight solutions segment decreased by $0.2 million or 8.2%,from $2.4 million in the three months ended September 30,to $2.2 million in the three months ended September 30,2024. The decrease was primarily due to a decrease in the volume of cross-border air freight processed,from approximately 7,816 tons for the three months ended September 30,to approximately 7,273 tons for the three months ended September 30,2024.

Revenue from our cross-border ocean freight solutions segment increased by $0.1 million,or 7.8%,from $1.7 million in the three months ended September 30,to $1.8 million in the three months ended September 30,2024. This growth was primarily due to an increase in the volume of cross-border ocean freights processed and forwarded,rising from 1,290 TEU in the three months ended September 30,to 1,430 TEU in the three months ended September 30,2024.

Revenues by Customer Geographic


For the three months ended September 30,


2024


2023


Revenues


Amount


% of


total


Revenues


Amount


% of


total


Revenues


Amount


Increase


(Decrease)


Percentage


Increase


(Decrease)


Asia-based


customers


$

2,809,636


68.8

%


$

1,694,223


40.8

%


$

1,115,413


65.8

%

U.S.-


based customers


1,271,918


31.2

%


2,454,253


59.2

%


(1,182,335)


(48.2)

%

Total revenues


$

4,554


100.0

%


$

4,476


100.0

%


$

(66,922)


(1.6)

%

Revenues from Asia-based customers increased by $1.1 million,or 65.8%,to $2.8 million in the three months ended September 30,2024. The increase in revenues from Asia-based customers was driven by a surge in volume from these customers,particularly those serving large e-commerce platforms. This growth reflects the rising demand for our services,a direct result of the overall expansion of the U.S. e-commerce market.

Revenues from U.S.-based customers decreased by $1.2 million,or 48.2%,from $2.5 million in the three months ended September 30,to $1.3 million in the same period in 2024.

Cost of revenues increased by $0.1 million,or 1.7%,from $3.5 million in the three months ended September 30,to $3.6 million in the three months ended September 30,2024.

Gross profit decreased by $0.1 million,or 19.3%,from $0.6 million in the three months ended September 30,to $0.5 million in the three months ended September 30,2024. Our gross margin was 12.8% for the three months ended September 30,2024,compared to 15.6% for the three months ended September 30,2023. The decline in gross margin was primarily attributable to reduced revenue from the airfreight solutions segment and 2) an increase in our cost of revenue in warehouse services,customs declaration,and terminal charges.

General and administrative expenses increased by $1.0 million,or 114.7%,from $0.9 million in the three months ended September 30,2024. These expenses represented 45.0% and 20.6% of our total revenues for the three months ended September 30,2024 and 2023,respectively. The increase was primarily attributed to higher salary and employee benefit expenses,professional fees,office and travel expenses,insurance,and entertainment expenses. The increase was primarily attributed to the following:

Salaries and employee benefits expenses increased by $0.3 million,or 116.9%,from $0.5 million in the three months ended September 30,to $0.8 million in the three months ended September 30,2024. Our salaries and employee benefits expenses represented 50.3% and 66.8% of our total general and administrative expenses for the three months ended September 30,and 2023,respectively. The increase was mainly due to recruiting additional sales,customer services,and back-office support personnel to support our business growth.

Professional fees increased by $0.3 million,or 1,839.6%,from $17,535 in the three months ended September 30,to $340,114 in the three months ended September 30,2024. Our professional fee represented 18.5% and 2.0% of our total general and administrative expenses for the three months ended September 30,respectively. The increase was primarily due to audit fees,legal fees,consulting expenses,investor-related expenses,and financial reporting service fees for the three months ended September 30,2024. In the three months ended September 30,most expenses directly related to the offering were not included in professional fees,as they were accounted for as deferred initial public offering assets.

Net loss was $1.3 million and $0.3 million for the three months ended September 30,respectively.

Management Commentary

Henry Liu,Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lakeside,commented,"Our first quarter results for fiscal year 2025 reflect both ongoing growth opportunities and some temporary challenges in our cross-border airfreight segment. Although total revenue declined slightly by 1.6% compared to the same quarter last year,we achieved solid gains in cross-border ocean freight,with segment revenues increasing by 7.8% due to stronger demand from Asia-based customers. This demand surge,particularly among large e-commerce clients,affirms our strategy to focus on expanding high-growth markets and highlights the success of our operational partnerships in the region."

"As we look ahead,we anticipate a rebound in revenue for the next quarter,driven by increased air freight demand for the upcoming holiday season as online purchases ramp up. We have expanded our production capacity to accommodate higher volumes and are prepared to meet rising customer demand efficiently. Additionally,the continued decrease in ocean freight charges is fueling import and export activities,while the broader shift toward e-commerce underscores the need for timely and competitively priced deliveries. We are confident in our ability to deliver on these needs,backed by our investments in advanced logistics technology and strategic facility expansions,including our new Dallas-Fort Worth site. We believe these efforts position us well for the quarters ahead as we strive to enhance value for our shareholders and customers," said Mr. Liu.

Q1 2025 Operational Highlights

In July,we closed our upsized initial public offering of 1,500,000 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $4.50 per share to the public for a total of $6,750,000 of gross proceeds to the Company before deducting underwriting discounts and offering expenses.

In July,we entered into a one-year renewable agreement with a leading Asia-based e-commerce platform to provide logistics services,including freight,customs,and parcel handling. The partnership uses advanced API integration to offer real-time supply chain visibility for sellers,enhancing the customer experience.

In August,we announced a partnership to provide customs brokerage services for a major social media and e-commerce platform,offering real-time logistics data through API integration. This deal streamlines customs clearance and enhances inventory and delivery visibility for platform sellers.

In September,we announced the launch of a Pick & Pack Fulfillment service for a major Chinese logistics company,offering inventory management and order processing across U.S. hubs. The service improves lead times and optimizes fulfillment efficiency.

In September,we announced the expansion of our Dallas-Fort Worth operations,more than doubling its space to 46,657 sq. ft. and increasing staff to meet growing demand. The new facility is equipped with advanced technology to improve logistics efficiency and support business growth.

About Lakeside Holding Limited

Lakeside Holding Limited,based inItasca,IL,is a U.S.-based integrated cross-border supply chain solution provider with a strategic focus on the Asian market,includingChinaandSouth Korea. Operating under the brand American Bear Logistics,we primarily provide customized cross-border ocean freight solutions and airfreight solutions in the U.S. that specifically cater to our customers' requirements and needs in transporting goods into the U.S. We are an Asian American-owned business rooted in the U.S. with in-depth understanding of both the U.S. and Asian international trading and logistics service markets. Our customers are typicallyAsia- and U.S.-based logistics service companies serving large e-commerce platforms,social commerce platforms,and manufacturers to sell and transport consumer and industrial goods made inAsiainto the U.S. For more information,please visithttps://lakeside-holding.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements that reflect our current expectations and views of future events. Known and unknown risks,uncertainties and other factors,including those listed under "Risk Factors," may cause our actual results,performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. You can identify some of these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "is/are likely to," "potential," "continue" or other similar expressions. We have based these forward-looking statements largely on our current expectations and projections about future events that we believe may affect our financial condition,results of operations,business strategy and financial needs. These forward-looking statements involve various risks and uncertainties. Except as required by law,we undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements,whether as a result of new information,future events or otherwise,after the date on which the statements are made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. We qualify all of our forward-looking statements by these cautionary statements.

Investor Relations Contact:

Matthew Abenante,IRC


President


Strategic Investor Relations,LLC


Tel: 347-947-2093


Email: matthew@strategic-ir.com

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LAKESIDE HOLDING LIMITED


CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS


(UNAUDITED)


As of


As of


September30,


June30,


2024


2024


(unaudited)


(audited)


ASSETS


CURRENT ASSETS


Cash and cash equivalent


$

2,739,275


$

123,550


Accounts receivable – third parties,net


1,786,451


2,082,152


Accounts receivable – related party,net


505,361


763,285


Prepayment and other receivable


113,198


-


Contract assets


41,301


129,506


Due from related parties


645,318


441,279


Total current assets


5,830,904


3,539,772


NON-CURRENT ASSETS


Investment in other entity


15,741


15,741


Property and equipment at cost,net of accumulated depreciation


314,496


344,883


Right of use operating lease assets


4,320,579


3,471,172


Right of use financing lease assets


29,881


37,476


Deferred tax asset


-


89,581


Deferred offering costs


-


1,492,798


Deposit and repayment


298,217


202,336


Total non-current assets


4,978,914


5,653,987


TOTAL ASSETS


$

10,818


$

9,193,759


LIABILITIES AND EQUITY


CURRENT LIABILITIES


Accounts payables – third parties


$

758,963


$

1,161,858


Accounts payables – related parties


70,872


227,722


Accrued liabilities and other payables


869,109


1,335,804


Current portion of obligations under operating leases


1,891,877


1,186,809


Current portion of obligations under financing leases


34,214


37,619


Loans payable,current


484,725


746,962


Dividend payable


98,850


98,850


Tax payable


79,825


79,825


Due to shareholders


138,107


1,018,281


Total current liabilities


4,426,542


5,893,730


NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES


Loans payable,non-current


105,166


136,375


Obligations under operating leases,non-current


2,646,597


2,506,402


Obligations under financing leases,non-current


13,233


17,460


Total non-current liabilities


2,764,996


2,660,237


TOTAL LIABILITIES


$

7,191,538


$

8,553,967


Commitments and Contingencies


EQUITY


Common stocks,$0.0001 par value,200,000,000 shares authorized,


7,000 and 6,000 issued and outstanding as of


September 30,2024 and June 30,respectively*


750


600


Subscription receivable


-


(600)


Additional paid-in capital


4,942,791


642,639


Accumulated other comprehensive income


15,965


2,972


Deficits


(1,341,226)


(5,819)


Total equity


3,618,280


639,792


TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY


$

10,759


LAKESIDE HOLDING LIMITED


CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INCOME (LOSS) AND


COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)


(UNAUDITED)


For theThree Months Ended


September30,


2024


2023


Revenue from third party


$

3,599,787


$

4,054,287


Revenue from related parties


481,767


94,189


Total revenue


4,554


4,476


Cost of revenue from third party


2,994,285


2,905,597


Cost of revenue from related parties


564,730


595,336


Total cost of revenue


3,559,015


3,933


Gross profit


522,539


647,543


Operating expenses:


General and administrative expenses


1,837,206


855,778


Loss from deconsolidation of a subsidiary


-


73,151


Provision of allowance for expected credit loss


12,837


52,122


Total operating expenses


1,850,043


981,051


Loss from operations


(1,327,504)


(333,508)


Other income (expense):


Other income,net


109,788


46,949


Interest expense


(28,110)


(22,785)


Total other income,net


81,678


24,164


Loss before income taxes


(1,245,826)


(309,344)


Income taxes expense (recovery)


89,581


(2,059)


Net loss and comprehensive loss


(1,407)


(307,285)


Net loss attributable to non-controlling interest


-


(3,025)


Net loss attributable to common stockholders


(1,407)


(304,260)


Other comprehensive loss


Foreign currency translation gain


12,993


3,122


Comprehensive loss


(1,322,414)


(304,163)


Less: comprehensive loss attributable to non-controlling interest


-


(3,119)


Comprehensive loss attributable to the common shareholders


$

(1,414)


$

(301,044)


Loss per share–basic and diluted


$

(0.18)


$

(0.05)


Weighted average shares outstanding–basic and diluted*


7,000


6,000


LAKESIDE HOLDING LIMITED


CONDENSSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS


(UNAUDITED)


For theThree Months Ended


September30,


2024


2023


Cash flows from operating activities:


Net loss


$

(1,407)


$

(307,285)


Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating


activities:


Depreciation – G&A


17,995


17,995


Depreciation – cost of revenue


18,164


18,165


Amortization of operating lease assets


466,723


219,571


Depreciation of right-of-use finance assets


7,595


7,332


Provision of allowance for expected credit loss


12,122


Deferred tax expense (benefit)


89,059)


Loss from derecognition of shares in subsidiary


-


73,151


Changes in operating assets and liabilities:


Accounts receivable – third parties


282,864


(138,491)


Accounts receivable – related parties


257,924


(65,995)


Contract assets


88,205


26,213


Due from related parties


(77,812)


49,182


Prepayment,other deposit


(176,572)


2,623


Accounts payables – third parties


(402,895)


133,904


Accounts payables – related parties


(156,850)


141,213


Accrued expense and other payables


(24,876)


37,739


Operating lease liabilities


(470,260)


(225,023)


Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities


(1,402,784)


40,357


Cash flows from investing activities:


Payment made for investment in other entity


-


(29,906)


Net cash outflow from deconsolidation of a subsidiary (Appendix A)


-


(48,893)


Prepayment for system installation


(32,507)


-


Acquisition of property and equipment


(5,772)


-


Net cash used in investing activities


(38,279)


(78,799)


Cash flows from financing activities:


Proceeds from loans


-


225,000


Repayment of loans


(265,456)


(122,137)


Repayment of equipment and vehicle loans


(27,990)


(29,678)


Principal payment of finance lease liabilities


(7,632)


(6,425)


Proceeds from initial public offering,net of share issuance costs


5,351,281


-


Advanced to related parties


(126,227)


-


Repayment to shareholders


(879,574)


-


Net cash provided by financing activities


4,044,402


66,760


Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents


12,386


3,216


Net decrease in cash and cash equivalent


2,615,725


31,534


Cash and cash equivalent,beginning of the period


123,550


174,018


Cash and cash equivalent,end of the period


$

2,275


$

205,552


SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES OF CASH FLOW


INFORMATION:


Cash paid for income tax


$


$


Cash paid for interest


$

6,274


$

6,462


SUPPLEMENTAL SCHEDULE OF NON-CASH IN FINANCING


ACTIVITIES


Deferred offering costs within due to shareholders


$


$

230,000


NON-CASH ACTIVITIES


Right of use assets obtained in exchange for operating lease


obligations


$

1,244,140


$


Right of use assets obtained in exchange for finance lease obligation


$


$


APPENDIX A – Net cash outflow from deconsolidation of a


subsidiary


Working capital,net


$

29,812


Investment in other entity recognized


(15,741)


Elimination of NCl at deconsolidation of a subsidiary


10,187


Loss from deconsolidation of a subsidiary


(73,151)


Cash


$

(48,893)


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