Penske Automotive Announces Rebranding of its U.S.-based Used Vehicle SuperCenters

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE:PAG), a diversified international transportation services company, announced today that it has adopted CarShop as its global brand for its used vehicle SuperCenters. The company has renamed its six U.S.-based used vehicle SuperCenters from CarSense to CarShop (<a target="_blank"…

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE:PAG), a diversified international transportation services company, announced today that it has adopted CarShop as its global brand for its used vehicle SuperCenters. The company has renamed its six U.S.-based used vehicle SuperCenters from CarSense to CarShop (www.carshop.com). Joining with the existing eleven U.K.-based CarShop used vehicle SuperCenters, the combined entity will form one global CarShop brand that makes car buying easy.

CarShop offers high quality vehicles with transparent, up-front, no-haggle pricing, and a money-back guarantee. Additionally, using the digital tools available on www.carshop.com, consumers shopping online may choose from thousands of vehicles, obtain customized, personalized payments on every vehicle, and schedule a home delivery for a seamless purchase experience completely (100%) online.  

Penske Automotive Group CEO Roger Penske remarked on the CarShop rebranding, «With this name change, we are taking the next step in the development of a global used vehicle SuperCenter brand. In 2020, the used vehicle SuperCenters sold over 50,000 used units and generated over $1 billion in revenue. By the end of 2023, our goal is to expand CarShop from 17 locations to 40, grow annual unit sales to 150,000, and increase revenue to $2.5 to $3.0 billion, more than doubling the size of the existing business while generating earnings before taxes of approximately $100 million.»      

About Penske Automotive
Penske Automotive Group, Inc., (NYSE:PAG) headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, is an international transportation services company that operates automotive and commercial truck dealerships principally in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Western Europe and distributes commercial vehicles, diesel engines, gas engines, power systems, and related parts and services principally in Australia and New Zealand. PAG is a member of the Fortune 500 and Russell 1000 and 3000 indexes and is ranked among the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine. For additional information, visit the company’s website at www.penskeautomotive.com.

About CarShop
CarShop offers high-quality used vehicles with up-front, no-haggle pricing and a money-back guarantee. Customers shopping online can use the innovative digital tools available on www.carshop.com to choose from thousands of vehicles, obtain customized, personalized payments on every vehicle, and schedule a home delivery. Whether purchasing at one of its used-vehicle SuperCenters or completely (100%) online, CarShop offers car buyers a seamless shopping experience. CarShop is a wholly owned subsidiary of Penske Automotive Group (NYSE: PAG).

Caution Concerning Forward Looking Statements
Statements in this press release may involve forward-looking statements, including forward-looking statements regarding Penske Automotive Group, Inc.’s growth plans.  Actual results may vary materially because of risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. These risks and uncertainties include, among others: the duration, severity and resolution of the COVID-19 pandemic, government mandated restrictions on our business in light of COVID-19 or otherwise, economic conditions generally, conditions in the credit markets, changes in interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, changes in tariff rates, new rules in place after the recent Brexit accord between the European Union and the U.K. could slow parts originating in the U.K. or Europe for distribution to our dealerships, adverse conditions affecting a particular manufacturer, including the adverse impact to the vehicle and parts supply chain due to limited vehicle availability due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the shortage of automotive semiconductor chips, natural disasters, recall or other disruptions that interrupt the supply of vehicles or parts to us, changes in consumer credit availability, the outcome of legal and administrative matters, and other factors over which management has limited control. These forward-looking statements should be evaluated together with additional information about Penske Automotive Group’s business, markets, conditions, and other uncertainties, which could affect Penske Automotive Group’s future performance. These risks and uncertainties are addressed in Penske Automotive Group’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020, and its other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission («SEC»). This press release speaks only as of its date, and Penske Automotive Group disclaims any duty to update the information herein.

Inquiries should contact:

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Executive Vice President and

Executive Vice President Investor Relations

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and Corporate Development

Penske Automotive Group, Inc.

Penske Automotive Group, Inc.

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Airbnb And Houston First Partner To Support Neighborhoods And Tourism Recovery

HOUSTON, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — March 9, 2021 – Rediscover Houston. That’s the message of a joint campaign launched by Airbnb and Houston First, which aims to support the city’s economic recovery and encourage people to safely explore Houston’s neighborhoods.

The campaign will target Texas guests and features a <a target="_blank"…

HOUSTON, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — March 9, 2021 – Rediscover Houston. That’s the message of a joint campaign launched by Airbnb and Houston First, which aims to support the city’s economic recovery and encourage people to safely explore Houston’s neighborhoods.

The campaign will target Texas guests and features a dedicated landing page highlighting what makes the city’s neighborhoods unique, from Montrose’s tree-lined streets and art galleries to Midtown’s tasty restaurants. Airbnb will launch an email campaign featuring stays and activities, designed to keep the destination top of mind for when nearby visitors are ready to explore.

Airbnb survey data shows people view travel in 2021 as a way to connect with family and friends, with more than half preferring a domestic or local destination versus visiting someplace international and farther away.  The campaign seeks to tap into ongoing trends that see travelers prioritizing safer travel by discovering magic in their own backyards with local trips.

«We hope this campaign encourages Houstonians to support the small businesses and people who rely on tourism,» said Jose Luis Briones, Airbnb Public Policy Manager for Texas. «We look forward to continuing to work with Houston First to find innovative ways to support local tourism.»

Houston First is the first destination marketing organization in Texas to partner with Airbnb, and the largest city in the United States to strategically align with the world’s leading community-driven hospitality company.

«Rebuilding a stronger, more resilient hospitality community is a priority for us,» said Michael Heckman, president and CEO of Houston First. «This strategic partnership is an innovative way to inspire confidence and encourage both local and regional visitors to safely explore and enjoy all the amazing things Houston has to offer.»

Partnering with Houston First is part of Airbnb’s work with governments and tourism agencies to support economic growth as destinations around the world seek to recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. By working with destination marketing organizations, nonprofits, and governments to support responsible and safe travel, Airbnb is helping communities harness these economic benefits for local citizens and small businesses.

To learn more about the partnership between Airbnb and Houston First, visit https://www.airbnb.com/d/rediscoverhouston.

About Airbnb
Airbnb was born in 2007 when two Hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to 4 million Hosts who have welcomed over 800 million guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, Hosts offer one-of-a-kind stays and unique Experiences that make it possible for guests to experience the world in a more authentic, connected way.

About Houston First
Houston First is the official destination management organization for the city of Houston. In addition, Houston First owns the Hilton Americas-Houston hotel, manages the George R. Brown Convention Center along with 10 city-owned properties and developed the Avenida Houston entertainment district.

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Styrenics Circular Solutions seeks EFSA opinion on mechanically recycled polystyrene as food contact material

BRUSSELS, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Styrenics Circular Solutions (SCS), the value chain initiative to increase the circularity of styrenic polymers, announced today that it has filed its first application for EU authorisation of mechanically recycled polystyrene (rPS) as food contact material.

The application, on which the European Food Safety Authority…

BRUSSELS, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Styrenics Circular Solutions (SCS), the value chain initiative to increase the circularity of styrenic polymers, announced today that it has filed its first application for EU authorisation of mechanically recycled polystyrene (rPS) as food contact material.

The application, on which the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is expected to give an opinion, covers multiple end-consumer applications, including hot and cold beverage containers, yoghurt pots and trays. It follows several highly successful challenge tests. The SCS challenge tests confirmed polystyrene as highly recyclable to food grade standards via mechanical recycling, which is one of the different recycling options available to PS. The tests, using super-cleaning technology, delivered a recycled polymer with excellent purity, based on post-consumer food packing waste from the separate collection in different European countries.

Jens Kathmann, Secretary-General of SCS, commented: «This is a breakthrough moment for circular styrenics, a culmination of all the positive developments of the last two years. We now have a recyclate that meets the strict and very high purity requirements for food contact materials. This confirms all the positive inherent characteristics of polystyrene, not least the polymer’s truly circular nature. The whole value chain is looking forward to a positive EFSA opinion after such a strong application, which will be the door opener for the industrial scale-up. This is only the first application to EFSA, further are to follow.»

Anabela Ferreira, board member and co-owner of converter Intraplás welcomed SCS’ application to EFSA: «The challenge tests confirmed what we, the converter members of SCS, had also discovered in tests at our facilities: we found recycled polystyrene to be a drop-in solution, behaving exactly as virgin and delivering the same properties, look and feel, right down to the snapability, when easily separating a yoghurt pot from a multipack. We converters, along with our brand-owner and retailer clients, will be eagerly awaiting the EFSA opinion on this game-changing development.»

About Styrenics Circular Solutions

Styrenics Circular Solutions is the value chain initiative to increase the circularity of styrenics. The initiative engages the entire value chain in the development and industrialisation of new recycling technologies and solutions. It aims to strengthen the sustainability of styrenic products while improving resource efficiency within the Circular Economy.

For more information visit www.styrenics-circular-solutions.com 

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Empatica, primera en recibir la marca CE europea para detectar los primeros síntomas de la COVID-19 utilizando ponibles

Aura es la primera plataforma de ponibles del mundo en ofrecer automáticamente una advertencia temprana de una posible infección respiratoria mediante el algoritmo validado clínicamente de Empatica  

MILÁN, 9 de marzo de 2021 /PRNewswire/ — La compañía de biomarcadores digitales y dispositivos médicos Empatica recibe la certificación CE para su sistema Aura para detectar y alertar de infecciones respiratorias, incluyendo COVID-19, temprano y antes de que…

Aura es la primera plataforma de ponibles del mundo en ofrecer automáticamente una advertencia temprana de una posible infección respiratoria mediante el algoritmo validado clínicamente de Empatica  

MILÁN, 9 de marzo de 2021 /PRNewswire/ — La compañía de biomarcadores digitales y dispositivos médicos Empatica recibe la certificación CE para su sistema Aura para detectar y alertar de infecciones respiratorias, incluyendo COVID-19, temprano y antes de que los síntomas visibles aparezcan. Empatica recibió su marca CE como dispositivo médico de Clase IIa, lo que significa que Aura, así como la plataforma de control de la salud remota de Empática, Care, cumplen los requisitos de seguridad y rendimiento en Europa. Esto hace de Aura el primer producto de este tipo en recibir la marca CE para detección de infección respiratoria utilizando tecnología ponible inteligente.  

El algoritmo de Aura analiza los signos vitales de los smartwatches de Empatica, comparando datos frente a líneas base históricas únicas para cada persona que lo lleve. Sin necesidad de ajuste manual, cuando los cambios en los datos del usuario sugieren que su organismo está empezando a luchar contra una infección, Aura muestra automáticamente una alerta para la Care App basada en Smartphone de Empatica, así como al Care Portal basado en la nube, informando opcionalmente al médico o cuidadores. A través del Care Portal, los médicos pueden controlar simultáneamente el estado del riesgo de cientos de personas remotamente, convirtiendo a Aura en una herramienta eficaz para mantener comunidades sanas y prevenir brotes.

En estudios de validación, Aura mostró una sensibilidad del 0,94 para detectar pacientes con una posible infección. La detección se produjo de media dos días tras la inoculación viral. Los resultados se aplican a respuestas fisiológicas generales que surgieron de tres virus diferentes: H1N1, rinovirus y SARS-CoV-2.

La COVID-19 ya ha resultado en millones de muertes globalmente, mientras otras infecciones respiratorias causadas por patógenos como la gripe matan entre 250 mil y 500 mil personas y cuestan 167.000 millones de dólares anualmente.  

Matteo Lai, consejero delegado de Empatica, dijo: «Nuestro objetivo con Aura fue crear una herramienta efectiva, escalable y asequible para explorar el riesgo de infección y apoyar la eficiencia de los test, mientras se controla la salud de las personas remotamente. Este resultado es una victoria para la ciencia y la tecnología frente a la pandemia de COVID-19. Esperamos que Aura pueda desempeñar un papel importante en el control de nuevos brotes y ayude a las personas a volver con seguridad al trabajo y a la vida normal».

Aura, para uso en edades de 14 y más, está ya disponible en Europa y Reino Unido para proveedores sanitarios y otros profesionales que buscan contener la propagación de enfermedades infecciosas dentro de sus comunidades. Póngase en contacto con care@empatica.com para obtener más información.

Empatica, en el proceso de obtener la aprobación de la FDA para Aura, se ha asociado con el Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos de EE.UU. (mediante la Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority) y la Stanford University para realizar un estudio de validación nacional con trabajadores sanitarios con sede en EE.UU. Los trabajadores sanitarios y personal no vacunados interesados en participar deben escribir a covid19_empatica@stanford.edu.

— Empatica, una escisión de MIT con sede en Boston, MA, y Milán, Italia, es una pionera en desarrollo de biomarcadores digitales y control de paciente continuo impulsado por IA. Los smartwatches de Empatica están aprobados por la FDA y se comercializan por la CE y se han vendido a miles de socios institucionales para ensayos clínicos e investigación, en estudios que examinan la depresión, adicción, estrés, oncología, epilepsia, migraña y numerosas condiciones más.

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Amcor announces new partnership with Alliance to End Plastic Waste

ZURICH, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Amcor has announced that it is joining the Alliance to End Plastic Waste (the Alliance) at Executive Committee level.

Amcor and the Alliance share the belief that collaboration and collective action are critical to eliminating plastic waste. Alliance membership also aligns with Amcor’s 2025 Sustainability Pledge to develop all its packaging to be recyclable or…

ZURICH, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Amcor has announced that it is joining the Alliance to End Plastic Waste (the Alliance) at Executive Committee level.

Amcor and the Alliance share the belief that collaboration and collective action are critical to eliminating plastic waste. Alliance membership also aligns with Amcor’s 2025 Sustainability Pledge to develop all its packaging to be recyclable or reusable by 2025. This new partnership is the latest example of Amcor’s commitment to better waste management and recycling infrastructure.

Ron Delia, Amcor CEO, said, «Amcor’s extensive innovation capabilities are delivering packaging designed to achieve the commitment to make all our packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025. But keeping waste out of the environment also requires collaboration across the global value chain for better waste management and recycling infrastructure, and to educate consumers. The Alliance serves as a crucial forum for that collaborative effort across parties aligned on the need to deliver more sustainable outcomes. I am excited that Amcor is taking up this leadership role within the Alliance and we look forward to working with the other Alliance members to advance on our shared ambitions for responsible packaging.»

Jacob Duer, Alliance to End Plastic Waste’s Chief Executive, said, «The addition of Amcor to the Alliance’s Executive Committee strengthens our links to the packaging industry. Amcor’s expertise, as the world’s leading diversified packaging company, will bring new capabilities to the Alliance’s project portfolio and brings us closer towards achieving our vision of ending plastic waste in the environment.»

The Alliance’s 57 member companies agree to support, through positive action, projects to build and scale solutions to end plastic waste in the environment. Amcor already has projects underway that actively tackle the problem of waste leakage and is aligned with the Alliance’s four strategic pillars – waste management infrastructure, innovation, education and engagement and cleaning up.

Examples of the Alliance’s current projects include Project STOP Jembrana in Indonesia, where a new waste management system is being built to address high volumes of plastic waste. The local community is being empowered to collect, sort, and sell their own waste. Another example of the Alliance’s work is the End Plastic Waste Innovation Platform, which fosters startups across the plastic value chain to accelerate innovation to eliminate plastic waste.

Amcor also recently partnered with McKinsey.org to develop recycling and waste management solutions for communities in Latin America. Amcor is also a member of the World Wildlife Fund-led activation hub, ReSource: Plastic, and has global partnerships with Ocean Conservancy and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s New Plastics Economy initiative.

To learn more about Amcor’s collaborations to increase recycling rates visit our sustainability partnerships page. 

About the Alliance to End Plastic Waste

The Alliance to End Plastic Waste is an international non-profit organisation partnering with government, environmental and economic development NGOs and communities around the world to address the challenge to end plastic waste in the environment. Through programmes and partnerships, the Alliance focuses on solutions in four strategic areas: infrastructure, innovation, education and engagement, and clean up. As of March 2021, the Alliance has more than 57 member companies and supporters representing global companies and organisations across the plastic value chain. For more information, visit: endplasticwaste.org.

About Amcor

Amcor is a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other products. Amcor works with leading companies around the world to protect their products and the people who rely on them, differentiate brands, and improve supply chains through a range of flexible and rigid packaging, specialty cartons, closures, and services. The company is focused on making packaging that is increasingly light-weighted, recyclable and reusable, and made using an increasing amount of recycled content. Around 47,000 Amcor people generate US$12.5 billion in sales from operations that span about 230 locations in 40-plus countries. (NYSE: AMCR) (ASX: AMC).

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How Health Coach Massy Arias Stays Fueled, Focused and Feeling her Best with California Almonds

MODESTO, Calif., March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Coming out of 2020, many of us are experiencing unique challenges and indulging in unhealthy eating habits that can potentially lead to a decline in our overall wellness. But, what if the key to becoming the best you was as simple as eating a handful of delicious almonds? Lucky for you, your ongoing wellness journey can start with just that! Massy Arias, Los Angeles-based Certified Personal Trainer and celebrity health…

MODESTO, Calif., March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Coming out of 2020, many of us are experiencing unique challenges and indulging in unhealthy eating habits that can potentially lead to a decline in our overall wellness. But, what if the key to becoming the best you was as simple as eating a handful of delicious almonds? Lucky for you, your ongoing wellness journey can start with just that! Massy Arias, Los Angeles-based Certified Personal Trainer and celebrity health & wellness coach wants to help you be the best you can be—and almonds can play a big part in that journey. Massy believes that prioritizing your health goes beyond losing a few pounds. By working out and eating healthy, you can improve your physical wellbeing and maintain a strong sense of self-worth.

Years ago, Massy was going through a period of hardship that was keeping her from reaching her full potential. She was able to overcome her difficulty by changing her lifestyle, committing to regular exercise, and fueling her body with natural and nutritious foods. Massy has teamed up with California Almonds to help you become the best you by fueling your body with the right nutrients –especially those found in almonds. Check out a few of her best tips for jumpstarting a wellness journey:

  1. Be Your Best, Always Progress.
    Being a work in progress is a wonderful thing. We are given a chance every day to improve ourselves and become something and someone better than we already are. It doesn’t mean you are incomplete. It doesn’t mean you are not enough. Being a work in progress means your story continues. Focus on the underlying reasons that drive your every action, allowing you to progress on those habits, qualities, and traits you want to improve.
  2. Diversify Your Snacking
    Balance is key for me – I never deprive myself from what my body craves, and make sure to give my body the fuel it needs. Since my days start so early, I like to incorporate mindful snacking, once after breakfast and once before dinner. One of my favorite post-lunch snacks: popcorn and almonds. Popcorn satisfies a craving for saltiness, while almonds add the 6g of natural plant-based protein per serving, that fuels my body’s energy levels.
  3. No Excuses.
    Run, walk, jump, or move. Get moving in any way you can but do it every day. There are 24 hours in a day – dedicate just one of them to becoming the stronger and better version of yourself by staying active. Moving your body can improve stability, balance, and organization. PLUS – physical activity may leave you feeling happier, more relaxed, and less anxious, which can ultimately lead to a boost in your confidence and self-esteem.
  4. Fuel Good. Feel Good. Do Good.
    Your story starts with you. Change starts with you, too. No step to achieving a greater good is too big or too small to have an impact. I choose certain foods as fuel to help elevate myself and accomplish more. I keep almonds on-hand to snack on, each one-ounce serving contains nutrients that contribute to me feeling energized and ready to inspire greatness.

A simple walk, run, or bike ride can lift your mindset and the spirits of others. A great way to track your movement is with Charity Miles, an app where you can support causes that are important to you through exercise. California Almonds is partnering with Charity Miles to promote overall wellness within yourself and among our communities; when you take care of yourself you are better equipped to take care of others. Each mile gained on the app contributes to your overall health and to the health of the charity of your choice.

«There is a huge connection between what we choose to eat and how we feel, so I often keep almonds on-hand to snack on. Each one-ounce serving contains nutrients that get me feeling energized and ready to crush it,» says Massy. «You can go from zero to hero by fueling up on almonds, setting a movement goal, and finding ways to do good for your community. By following this formula, you are bettering your mind, body and soul, and priming yourself to live your best life.»

Fuel up on almonds and kick off your movement goals with a virtual beginner’s workout and stretch session, featuring Massy Arias HERE.

Read more about Massy Arias and peek at some of Massy’s favorite recipes for tasty and easy-to-make snacks and lunches HERE.

About California Almonds

California Almonds make life better by what we grow and how we grow. The Almond Board of California promotes natural, wholesome and quality almonds through leadership in strategic market development, innovative research, and accelerated adoption of industry best practices on behalf of the more than 7,600 almond farmers and processors in California, most of whom are multi-generational family operations. Established in 1950 and based in Modesto, California, the Almond Board of California is a non-profit organization that administers a grower-enacted Federal Marketing Order under the supervision of the United States Department of Agriculture. For more information on the Almond Board of California or almonds, visit Almonds.com or check out California Almonds on FacebookTwitterPinterestInstagram and the California Almonds blog.

About Massy Arias

Massy Arias is a trailblazing certified celebrity trainer, health & wellness coach, CEO, and entrepreneur inspiring a new generation of fitness leaders. Born in the Dominican-Republic as Massiel Indhira Arias, Massy is dedicated to empowering women to embrace their best selves. Massy’s unique holistic approach to fitness transforms lives through healthy habits, mindfulness, and physical activity. Her training style has gained a loyal following of almost 3 million fans. Massy and her lifechanging work have been featured in major publications like Cosmopolitan, Shape Magazine, Parents Magazine, Women’s Health, and Latina.

CONTACT:
Raquel Tanz
raquel.tanz@porternovelli.com

 

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Daqo New Energy Announces Unaudited Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2020 Results

SHANGHAI, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE: DQ) («Daqo New Energy», the «Company» or «we»), a leading manufacturer of high-purity polysilicon for the global solar PV industry, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year of 2020.

Fourth Quarter 2020 Financial and Operating Highlights

  • Polysilicon production volume was 21,008 MT in Q4 2020, compared to 18,<span…

SHANGHAI, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE: DQ) («Daqo New Energy», the «Company» or «we»), a leading manufacturer of high-purity polysilicon for the global solar PV industry, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year of 2020.

Fourth Quarter 2020 Financial and Operating Highlights

  • Polysilicon production volume was 21,008 MT in Q4 2020, compared to 18,406 MT in Q3 2020
  • Polysilicon sales volume was 23,186 MT in Q4 2020, compared to 13,643 MT in Q3 2020
  • Polysilicon average total production cost(1) was $5.92/kg in Q4 2020, compared to $5.82/kg in Q3 2020
  • Polysilicon average cash cost(1) was $5.04/kg in Q4 2020, compared to $4.88/kg in Q3 2020
  • Polysilicon average selling price (ASP) was $10.79/kg in Q4 2020, compared to $9.13/kg in Q3 2020
  • Revenue was $247.7 million in Q4 2020, compared to $125.5 million in Q3 2020
  • Gross profit was $109.5 million in Q4 2020, compared to $45.3 million in Q3 2020. Gross margin was 44.2% in Q4 2020, compared to 36.0% in Q3 2020
  • Net income attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders was $72.8 million in Q4 2020, compared to $20.8 million in Q3 2020
  • Earnings per basic American Depositary Share (ADS)(3) was $1.01 in Q4 2020, compared to $0.29 in Q3 2020
  • EBITDA (non-GAAP)(2) was $115.1 million in Q4 2020, compared to $51.6 million in Q3 2020. EBITDA margin (non-GAAP)(2) was 46.5% in Q4 2020, compared to 41.1% in Q3 2020
  • Adjusted net income (non-GAAP)(2) attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders was $77.3 million in Q4 2020, compared to $25.2 million in Q3 2020
  • Adjusted earnings per basic ADS(3) (non-GAAP)(2) was $1.07 in Q4 2020, compared to $0.35 in Q3 2020

Three months ended

US$ millions

except as indicated otherwise

Dec 31,
2020

Sep 30,
2020

Dec 31,
2019

Revenues

247.7

125.5

118.9

Gross profit

109.5

45.3

35.1

Gross margin

44.2%

36.0%

29.5%

Income from operations

98.0

33.3

30.1

Net income attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp.
shareholders

72.8

20.8

20.1

Earnings per basic ADS(3) ($ per ADS)

1.01

0.29

0.29

Adjusted net income (non-GAAP)(2) attributable to
Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders

77.3

25.2

24.5

Adjusted earnings per basic ADS(3) (non-GAAP)(2)
($ per ADS) 

1.07

0.35

0.35

EBITDA (non-GAAP)(2) 

115.1

51.6

45.4

EBITDA margin (non-GAAP)(2)

46.5%

41.1%

38.2%

Polysilicon sales volume (MT) 

23,186

13,643

13,291

Polysilicon average total production cost ($/kg)(1)

5.92

5.82

6.38

Polysilicon average cash cost (excl. dep’n) ($/kg)(1)

5.04

4.88

5.47

Full Year 2020 Financial and Operating Highlights

  • Polysilicon production volume was 77,288 MT in 2020, compared to 41,556 MT in 2019
  • Polysilicon sales volume was 74,812 MT in 2020, compared to 38,110 MT in 2019
  • Revenue was $675.6 million in 2020, compared to $350.0 million in 2019
  • Gross profit was $234.0 million in 2020, compared to $80.1 million in 2019. Gross margin was 34.6% in 2020, compared to 22.9% in 2019
  • EBITDA (non-GAAP)(2) was $256.5 million in 2020, compared to $95.3 million in 2019
  • EBITDA margin (non-GAAP)(2) was 38.0% in 2020, compared to 27.2% in 2019
  • Net income attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders was $129.2 million in 2020, compared to $29.5 million in 2019
  • Earnings per basic ADS was $1.82 in 2020, compared to $0.43 in 2019
  • Adjusted net income (non-GAAP)(2) attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders was $147.1 million in 2020, compared to $47.4 million in 2019
  • Adjusted earnings per basic ADS(3) (non-GAAP)(2) was $2.07 in 2020, compared to $0.70 in 2019

 

Notes:

(1) Production cost and cash cost only refer to production in our Xinjiang polysilicon facilities. Production cost is calculated by the
inventoriable costs relating to production of polysilicon in Xinjiang divided by the production volume in the period indicated. Cash cost
is calculated by the inventoriable costs relating to production of polysilicon excluding depreciation expense, divided by the production
volume in the period indicated.

(2) Daqo New Energy provides EBITDA, EBITDA margins, adjusted net income attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders and
adjusted earnings per basic ADS on a non-GAAP basis to provide supplemental information regarding its financial performance. For
more information on these non-GAAP financial measures, please see the section captioned «Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures»
and the tables captioned «Reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to comparable US GAAP measures» set forth at the end of
this press release.

(3) ADS means American Depositary Share. On November 17, 2020, the Company effected a change of the ratio of its ADSs to ordinary
shares from one (1) ADS representing twenty-five (25) ordinary shares to one (1) ADS representing five (5) ordinary shares. The
earnings per ADS and number of ADS information has been retrospectively adjusted to reflect the change for all periods presented.

Management Remarks

Mr. Longgen Zhang, CEO of Daqo New Energy, commented, «We are very pleased to report a strong quarter in terms of operational and financial results to bring a successful close of the year 2020. I would like to thank our entire team for their hard work, commitment and dedication in achieving these excellent results. During the quarter we produced 21,008 MT of polysilicon, a record-high in our company’s history. Our production cost was reduced by 2.7% in RMB terms, primarily due to our efforts in additional energy savings, offset by a higher than expected rise in the cost of silicon raw material in the fourth quarter. The increase in our cost in US dollar terms compared to the third quarter was the result of exchange rate fluctuations due to the RMB appreciation. In 2021, we will continue our efforts to reduce cost, as we begin to benefit from our newly implemented digital manufacturing system to maximize our output, optimize our production process and further improve our operational stability and product quality.»

«During the months of November and December 2020, we saw significant pick-up in polysilicon demand from our customers to meet their increasing production needs to serve the growing solar end-market. During the fourth quarter, we sold 23,186 MT of polysilicon, which is the highest quarterly sales volume the company ever achieved. Since the beginning of 2021, we continue to see rising polysilicon market prices, and most recently market poly ASP has reached a range of $15/kg to $16/kg. As our mono-wafer customers continue their capacity expansion plans supported by robust downstream market demand, we believe that the supply of polysilicon will continue to be very tight throughout the year given very limited additional polysilicon supply this year.»

«Regarding the status of the proposed initial public offering of our Xinjiang Daqo subsidiary on China’s STAR market, the stock listing committee of the Shanghai Stock Exchange STAR Market reviewed Xinjiang Daqo’s application in February 2021 and determined that Xinjiang Daqo had already met the offering, listing and disclosure requirements related to its potential STAR Market IPO. As a next step, Xinjiang Daqo will need to go through the registration process with the China Securities Regulatory Commission before its STAR Market IPO can take place. The proceeds of this potential IPO will be used to fund our Phase 4B polysilicon project with an annual capacity of 35,000 MT. We have already started the preparation works for Phase 4B including the design and procurement process. We plan to start the construction in mid-March and expect to complete the project by the end of 2021 and ramp it up to full capacity by the end of Q1 2022.»

«I have been in the solar industry for over a decade, and the prospects for the solar industry have never been brighter. Driven by the dual trends of solar grid parity and the urgent need to address climate change, the industry is on the cusp of undergoing tremendous growth over the next few years without the need for government subsidies. Solar energy is now one of the most competitive form of power generation even compared to fossil fuel, and we are beginning to see real world applications where solar is the optimal choice to meet growing energy needs and to replace legacy carbon-based generation. Major economies around the world have also begun to implement ambitious policies and initiatives to support and mandate the use of renewable energy for power generation. The European Union has announced its Green Deal to fight climate change through progressive policies for a climate-neutral and sustainable EU with the goal of no net emissions of greenhouse gases by 2050 and to de-carbonize the energy sector. Over the next few years, the European Climate Law is expected to turn this political commitment into a legal obligation. In China, President Xi Jinping has announced China will aim to hit peak emissions before 2030 and reach carbon neutrality by 2060 and we expect various government agencies including the NEA and the NDRC to introduce and implement policies to mandate and support the use of renewable energy. For 2021, the NEA has indicated its intention to accelerate the development and deployment of wind and solar energy, with a goal of adding a combined 120GW of wind and solar in 2021. In the U.S., with the Biden administration’s commitment to fight climate change and plan for clean energy revolution with the goal of achieving a 100% clean energy economy and reaching net-zero emissions no later than 2050, we believe favorable policies are forthcoming to support renewable energy’s growth in the U.S.»

«We are standing at the beginning of a new era that will demand more and more clean, renewable and cost effective energy resources among which solar PV is one of the most competitive. We will focus on our core business, continue to expand capacity and further improve quality to better serve the fast growing solar PV market.»

Outlook and guidance

The Company expects to produce approximately 19,500MT to 20,500MT of polysilicon and sell approximately 20,000MT to 21,000MT of polysilicon to external customers during the first quarter of 2021. For the full year of 2021, the Company expects to produce approximately 80,000 to 81,000 MT of polysilicon, inclusive of the impact of the Company’s annual facility maintenance.

This outlook reflects Daqo New Energy’s current and preliminary view as of the date of this press release and may be subject to changes. The Company’s ability to achieve these projections is subject to risks and uncertainties. See «Safe Harbor Statement» at the end of this press release.

Fourth Quarter 2020 Results

Revenues

Revenues were $247.7 million, compared to $125.5 million in the third quarter of 2020 and $118.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2019. The increase in revenues was primarily due to higher polysilicon sales volume and higher ASPs.

Gross profit and margin

Gross profit was $109.5 million, compared to $45.3 million in the third quarter of 2020 and $35.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2019. Gross margin was 44.2%, compared to 36% in the third quarter of 2020 and 29.5% in the fourth quarter of 2019. The increase in gross margin was primarily due to higher ASPs.

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Selling, general and administrative expenses were $11.2 million, compared to $9.2 million in the third quarter of 2020 and $9.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2019. The increase was primarily due to an increase in shipping costs as a result of higher sales volume, as well as an increase in personnel cost. SG&A expenses during the quarter included $4.5 million in non-cash share-based compensation costs related to the Company’s share incentive plan. 

Research and development expenses

Research and development (R&D) expenses were $1.5 million, compared to $1.7 million in the third quarter of 2020 and $1.2 million in the fourth quarter of 2019. Research and development expenses can vary from period to period and reflect R&D activities that take place during the quarter.

Income from operations and operating margin

As a result of the foregoing, income from operations was $98.0 million, compared to $33.3 million in the third quarter of 2020 and $30.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2019.

Operating margin was 39.6%, compared to 26.6% in the third quarter of 2020 and 25.3% in the fourth quarter of 2019.

Interest expense

Interest expense was $8.3 million, compared to $5.4 million in the third quarter of 2020 and $3.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2019. The increase was primarily due to an increase in interest expense for discounted bank notes.

EBITDA (non-GAAP)

EBITDA (non-GAAP) was $115.1 million, compared to $51.6 million in the third quarter of 2020 and $45.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2019. EBITDA margin (non-GAAP) was 46.5%, compared to 41.1% in the third quarter of 2020 and 38.2% in the fourth quarter of 2019.

Net income attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders and earnings per ADS

As a result of the aforementioned, net income attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders was $72.8 million, compared to $20.8 million in the third quarter of 2020 and $20.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2019.

Earnings per basic American Depository Share (ADS) was $1.01, compared to $0.29 in the third quarter of 2020, and $0.29 in the fourth quarter of 2019.

Financial Condition

As of December 31, 2020, the Company had $118.4 million in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash, compared to $109.8 million as of September 30, 2020 and $115.3 million as of December 31, 2019. As of December 31, 2020, the notes receivable balance was $0.2 million, compared to $1.9 million as of September 30, 2020 and $5.6 million as of December 31, 2019. As of December 31, 2020, total borrowings were $193.7 million, of which $123.2 million were long-term borrowings, compared to total borrowings of $271.0 million, including $140.0 million long-term borrowings, as of September 30, 2020 and total borrowings of $280.1 million, including $151.5 million long-term borrowings, as of December 31, 2019.

Cash Flows

For the twelve months ended December 31, 2020, net cash provided by operating activities was $209.7 million, compared to $181.0 million in the same period of 2019.

For the twelve months ended December 31, 2020, net cash used in investing activities was $118.5 million, compared to $261.8 million in the same period of 2019. The net cash used in investing activities in 2020 and 2019 was primarily related to the capital expenditures on the Company’s Phase 4A polysilicon projects.

For the twelve months ended December 31, 2020, net cash used in financing activities was $95.5 million, compared to net cash provided by financing activities of $102.3 million in the same period of 2019.

Full Year 2020 Results

Revenues

Revenues were $675.6 million, compared to $350.0 million in 2019. The increase was primarily due to higher polysilicon sales volume and partially offset by slightly lower ASPs.

Gross profit and margin

Gross profit was $234.0 million, compared to $80.1 million in 2019. Gross margin was 34.6%, compared to 22.9% in 2019. The increase was primarily due to lower production cost partially offset by slightly lower ASPs.

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Selling, general and administrative expenses were $39.5 million, compared to $32.9 million in 2019. The increase was primarily due to an increase in shipping costs as a result of higher sales volume, as well as an increase in personnel cost.

Research and development expenses

Research and development (R&D) expenses were $6.9 million, compared to $5.3 million in 2019. Research and development expenses can vary from period to period and reflect R&D activities that took place during the period.

Income from operations and operating margin

As a result of the foregoing, income from operations was $187.9 million, compared to $47.5 million in 2019. Operating margin was 27.8%, compared to 13.6% in 2019.

Interest expense

Interest expense was $26.6 million, compared to $10.4 million in 2019. The increase was primarily due to a decrease of capitalized interest expense.

Income tax expense

Income tax expense was $28.2 million, compared to $9.6 million in 2019. The increase was primarily due to higher income before income taxes.

Net income attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders and earnings per ADS

Net income attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders was $129.2 million, compared to $29.5 million in 2019. Earnings per basic ADS was $1.82, compared to $0.43 in 2019.

Adjusted net income (non-GAAP) attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders was $147.1 million, compared to $47.4 million in 2019. Adjusted earnings per basic ADS (non-GAAP) was $2.07, compared to $0.70 in 2019.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

To supplement Daqo New Energy’s consolidated financial results presented in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles («US GAAP»), the Company uses certain non-GAAP financial measures that are adjusted for certain items from the most directly comparable GAAP measures including earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization («EBITDA») and EBITDA margin; adjusted net income attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders and adjusted earnings per basic and diluted ADS. Our management believes that each of these non-GAAP measures is useful to investors, enabling them to better assess changes in key element of the Company’s results of operations across different reporting periods on a consistent basis, independent of certain items as described below. Thus, our management believes that, used in conjunction with US GAAP financial measures, these non-GAAP financial measures provide investors with meaningful supplemental information to assess the Company’s operating results in a manner that is focused on its ongoing, core operating performance. Our management uses these non-GAAP measures internally to assess the business, its financial performance, current and historical results, as well as for strategic decision-making and forecasting future results. Given our management’s use of these non-GAAP measures, the Company believes these measures are important to investors in understanding the Company’s operating results as seen through the eyes of our management. These non-GAAP measures are not prepared in accordance with US GAAP or intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with US GAAP; the non-GAAP measures should be reviewed together with the US GAAP measures, and may be different from non-GAAP measures used by other companies.

The Company uses EBITDA, which represents earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, and EBITDA margin, which represents the proportion of EBITDA in revenues. Adjusted net income attributable to Daqo New Energy Corp. shareholders and adjusted earnings per basic and diluted ADS exclude costs related to share-based compensation. Share-based compensation is a non-cash expense that varies from period to period. As a result, our management excludes this item from our internal operating forecasts and models. Our management believes that this adjustment for share-based compensation provides investors with a basis to measure the Company’s core performance, including compared with the performance of other companies, without the period-to-period variability created by share-based compensation.

A reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to comparable US GAAP measures is presented later in this document.

Conference Call

The Company has scheduled a conference call to discuss the results at 8:00 AM Eastern Time on March 9, 2021. (9:00 PM Beijing / Hong Kong time on the same day).

The dial-in details for the live conference call are as follows:

Participant dial in (toll free):

+1-888-346-8982

Participant international dial in:

+1-412-902-4272

China mainland toll free:

4001-201203

Hong Kong toll free:

800-905945

Hong Kong-local toll:

+852-301-84992

 

Participants please dial in 10 minutes before the call is scheduled to begin and ask to be
joined into the Daqo New Energy Corp. call.

You can also listen to the conference call via Webcast through the URL:

 https://services.choruscall.com/links/dq210309.html

A replay of the call will be available 1 hour after the end of the conference through March 16, 2021.

The conference call replay numbers are as follows:

US Toll Free:

+1-877-344-7529

International Toll:

+1-412-317-0088

Canada Toll Free:

855-669-9568

Replay access code:

10152748

To access the replay using an international dial-in number, please select the link below.

https://services.choruscall.com/ccforms/replay.html
Participants will be required to state their name and company upon entering the call.

About Daqo New Energy Corp.

Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE: DQ) («Daqo» or the «Company») is a leading manufacturer of high-purity polysilicon for the global solar PV industry. Founded in 2007, the Company is one of the world’s lowest cost producers of high-purity polysilicon. Daqo’s highly-efficient and technically advanced manufacturing facility in China currently has a nameplate annual polysilicon production capacity of 70,000 metric tons.

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the «safe harbor» provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as «will,» «expects,» «anticipates,» «future,» «intends,» «plans,» «believes,» «estimates» and similar statements. Among other things, the outlook for the first quarter and the full year of 2021 and quotations from management in this announcement, Xinjiang Daqo’s IPO plan as well as Daqo New Energy’s strategic and operational plans, contain forward-looking statements. The Company may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its reports filed or furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its annual reports to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: the demand for photovoltaic products and the development of photovoltaic technologies; global supply and demand for polysilicon; alternative technologies in cell manufacturing; the Company’s ability to significantly expand its polysilicon production capacity and output; the reduction in or elimination of government subsidies and economic incentives for solar energy applications; the Company’s ability to lower its production costs; and the duration of COVID-19 outbreaks in China and many other countries and the impact of the outbreaks and the quarantines and travel restrictions instituted by relevant governments on economic and market conditions, including potentially weaker global demand for solar PV installations that could adversely affect the Company’s business and financial performance. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the reports or documents the Company has filed with, or furnished to, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date hereof, and the Company undertakes no duty to update such information or any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

 


Daqo New Energy Corp.

Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations and Comprehensive Income

(US dollars in thousands, except ADS and per ADS data)

Three months Ended

Year Ended Dec 31,

Dec 31,
2020

Sep 30,
2020

Dec 31,
2019

2020

2019

Revenues    

$247,725

$125,529

$118,918

$675,602

$349,991

Cost of revenues

(138,238)

(80,276)

(83,800)

(441,610)

(269,887)

Gross profit

109,487

45,253

35,118

233,992

80,104

Operating expenses

Selling, general and
administrative expenses

 

(11,236)

(9,223)

 

(8,987)

(39,472)

 

(32,907)

Research and development
expenses

(1,498)

(1,746)

(1,206)

(6,856)

 

(5,258)

Other operating income

1,226

(954)

5,164

191

5,546

Total operating
(expenses) / income

(11,508)

(11,923)

(5,029)

(46,137)

(32,619)

Income from operations

97,979

33,330

30,089

187,855

47,485

Interest expense

(8,254)

(5,438)

(3,936)

(26,632)

(10,397)

Interest income

187

200

208

907

983

Foreign exchange gain / (loss)

4

0

(185)

Income before income taxes

89,912

28,092

26,365

162,130

37,886

Income tax expense

(13,606)

(6,193)

(5,972)

(28,182)

(9,623)

Net income from continuing
  operations

76,306

21,899

 

20,393

133,948

 

28,263

Net (loss) / income from
  discontinued operations

 

(306)

(141)

 

1,261

Net income

76,306

21,899

20,087

133,807

29,524

Net (loss) / income attributable
  to non-controlling interest

3,480

1,142

 

(1)

4,612

 

(1)

Net income attributable to Daqo
  New Energy Corp.
  shareholders

$72,826

$20,757

$20,088

$129,195

$29,525

Net income

76,306

21,899

20,087

133,807

29,524

Other comprehensive income /
(loss):

Foreign currency translation
  adjustments

31,107

25,937

13,892

48,438

 

(6,702)

Total other comprehensive
 income / (loss)

31,107

25,937

13,892

48,438

 

(6,702)

Comprehensive income / (loss)

107,413

47,836

33,979

182,245

22,822

Comprehensive income
  attributable to non-controlling
  interest

5,698

1,163

2

6,845

2

Comprehensive income / (loss)
  attributable to Daqo New
Energy Corp. shareholders

 

 

$101,715

 

 

$46,673

 

 

$33,977

 

 

$175,400

 

 

$22,820

Earnings / (Loss) per ADS

-Continuing operations

1.01

0.29

0.29

1.82

0.41

    -Discontinued operations

0.00

0.00

0.00

0.00

0.02

 Basic

1.01

0.29

0.29

1.82

0.43

-Continuing operations

0.96

0.27

0.26

1.72

0.39

    -Discontinued operations

0.00

0.00

0.00

0.00

0.02

 Diluted

0.96

0.27

0.26

1.72

0.41

Weighted average ADS
outstanding

Basic

72,147,808

71,281,184

69,186,250

71,017,403

67,914,211

Diluted

76,065,033

76,626,371

75,927,961

75,003,430

71,466,701

 

 

Daqo New Energy Corp.

Unaudited Consolidated Balance Sheets

(US dollars in thousands)

Dec 31, 2020

Sep 30, 2020

Dec 31, 2019

ASSETS:

Current Assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

76,596

70,150

$51,840

Restricted cash

41,808

39,640

62,609

Accounts receivable, net

42

13

Notes receivable

153

1,908

5,644

Prepaid expenses and other
current assets

11,477

12,972

 

15,344

Advances to suppliers

7,949

1,229

1,544

Inventories

42,159

53,640

36,391

Amount due from related parties

129

213

17

Current assets associated with
discontinued operation

 

926

Total current assets

180,271

179,794

174,328

Property, plant and equipment, net

1,027,086

987,295

995,027

Prepaid land use right

30,829

29,815

29,593

Deferred tax assets

1,386

1,352

Investment in affiliate

685

658

642

Operating lease right-of-use assets

119

137

 

197

Other non-current assets

153

147

Non-current asset associated with
   discontinued operation

 

217

                 TOTAL ASSETS

1,239,143

1,199,232

1,201,356

Current liabilities:

Short-term borrowings, including
current portion of long-term borrowings

70,431

131,064

 

 

128,612

Accounts payable

18,953

19,739

12,713

Notes payable

49,355

62,128

101,171

Advances from customers-short term portion

37,783

17,544

33,028

Payables for purchases of property,
plant and equipment

49,555

76,158

112,538

Accrued expenses and other
  current liabilities

30,148

16,616

 

12,222

Amount due to related parties

5,150

4,820

38,825

Income tax payable

22,678

7,314

4,789

Lease liabilities – short term portion

82

78

85

Current liabilities associated with
discontinued operation

 

 

 

1,165

 Total current liabilities

284,135

335,461

445,148

Long-term borrowings

123,222

139,967

151,518

Advance from customers – long
term portion

3,265

1,266

 

2,154

Amount due to related parties –
long term portion

4,238

10,897

 

7,899

Deferred government subsidies

21,907

21,157

21,034

Deferred Tax Liabilities

3,461

5,647

6,368

Lease liabilities – long term portion

77

TOTAL LIABILITIES

440,228

514,395

634,198

 

EQUITY:

Ordinary shares

37

36

35

Treasury stock

(1,749)

(1,749)

(1,749)

Additional paid-in capital

412,450

405,784

387,371

Accumulated gains

330,118

257,292

200,922

Accumulated other comprehensive
income/(loss)

26,267

(2,622)

 

(19,937)

Total Daqo New Energy Corp.’s
shareholders’ equity

767,123

658,741

 

566,642

Non-controlling interest

31,792

26,096

516

Total equity

798,915

684,837

567,158

TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY

1,239,143

1,199,232

1,201,356

 

 

Daqo New Energy Corp.

Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(US dollars in thousands)

For the year ended December 31,

2020

2019

Operating Activities:

Net income

$ 133,807

$ 29,524

Less: (Loss)/ income from discontinued operations, net of tax

(141)

1,261

Net income from continuing operations

133,948

28,263

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by
operating activities:

90,269

65,644

Changes in operating assets and liabilities

(14,464)

86,076

Net cash provided by operating activities-continuing operations

209,753

179,983

Net cash (used in)/ provided by operation activities-discontinued
operations

(50)

1,010

Net cash provided by operating activities

209,703

180,993

Investing activities:

Net cash used in investing activities-continuing operations

(118,292)

(263,284)

Net cash (used in)/ provided by investing activities-discontinuing
operations

(195)

1,457

Net cash used in investing activities

(118,487)

(261,827)

Financing activities:

Net cash (used in)/ provided by financing activities – continuing
operations

(95,470)

104,979

Net cash used in financing activities – discontinued operations

(2,651)

Net cash (used in)/provided by financing activities

(95,471)

102,328

 

Non-cash transactions

Effect of exchange rate changes

7,364

(1,320)

Net increase in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash

3,110

20,174

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the beginning of the
year

115,294

95,120

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the end of the year

118,404

115,294

 

The following table provides a reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash reported within the statement of financial position that sum to the total of the same such amounts shown in the statement of cash flows.

Dec 31, 2020

Dec 31, 2019

Cash and cash equivalents

76,596

52,685

Restricted cash

41,808

62,609

Total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash shown in the
statement of cash flows

118,404

115,294

 

 

Daqo New Energy Corp.

Reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to comparable US GAAP measures

(US dollars in thousands)

Three months Ended

Year ended

Dec. 31,
2020

Sep. 30,
2020

Dec. 31,
2019

Dec. 31,
2020

Dec. 31,
2019

Net income from continuing
  operations

76,306

21,899

 

20,393

133,948

 

28,263

Income tax expense

13,606

6,193

5,972

28,182

9,623

Interest expense

8,254

5,438

3,936

26,632

10,397

Interest income

(187)

(200)

(208)

(907)

(983)

Depreciation & amortization

17,118

18,289

15,281

68,686

48,003

EBITDA (non-GAAP)

115,097

51,619

45,374

256,541

95,303

EBIDTA margin (non-GAAP)

46.5%

41.1%

38.2%

38.0%

27.2%

      

 

Three months Ended

Year ended

Dec. 31,
2020

Sep. 30,
2020

Dec. 31,
2019

Dec. 31,
2020

Dec. 31,
2019

Net income / (loss)
  attributable to Daqo New
  Energy Corp. shareholders

72,826

20,757

20,088

129,195

29,525

Share-based compensation

4,478

4,478

4,461

17,908

17,897

Adjusted net income (non-
   GAAP) attributable to Daqo
   New Energy Corp. shareholders

77,304

25,235

24,549

147,103

47,422

Adjusted earnings per basic
   ADS (non-GAAP)

 

$1.07

 

$0.35

 

$0.35

 

$2.07

 

$0.70

Adjusted earnings per diluted
   ADS (non-GAAP)

$1.02

$0.33

$0.32

$1.96

$0.66

 

 

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Seminole PowerSports Announces Their Rev Up For Spring Sales Event

SANFORD, Fla., March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Seminole Powersports announces their participation in the Rev Up For Spring Kawasaki sales event. This sales event offers factory incentives of up to $1,000.00 and low financing on select Kawasaki vehicles. A sampling of the select vehicles include the Ninja 650, Z900RS, Versys-X 300, W800, Concours 14 ABS, Vulcan S, and the KX 450. This special Spring sales event runs through <span…

SANFORD, Fla., March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Seminole Powersports announces their participation in the Rev Up For Spring Kawasaki sales event. This sales event offers factory incentives of up to $1,000.00 and low financing on select Kawasaki vehicles. A sampling of the select vehicles include the Ninja 650, Z900RS, Versys-X 300, W800, Concours 14 ABS, Vulcan S, and the KX 450. This special Spring sales event runs through March 31, 2021. This offer is subject to change and valid for a limited time only. For more information on this limited time offer, visit online at: https://www.seminolepowersports.com/kawasaki-motorcycles-atvs-utvs-sales-deals-lake-mary-heathrow-lake-monroe-florida–x4Kawasaki-Promotions-US

Kirby Mullins, owner of Seminole PowerSports, states, «This is a great opportunity to purchase a new Kawasaki. The factory incentives and low financing make a good deal even better. There are many model options available. We are coming into one of the best times of year to be outside in Florida so why not enjoy while riding a new Kawasaki! We encourage consumers to make their power sport dream become a reality with this limited time offer.»

In addition to this limited time Kawasaki sales event, Seminole PowerSports invites consumers to be an «outdoorsman for a day» at their upcoming live, in person event on April 3rd at Gobblers Lodge in Osteen, Florida. Attendees will see the newest all-terrain vehicles (ATV’s), side by sides (SXS’s) and personal watercrafts (PWC’s) along with some 3-D Archery shooting and more! For more information about this upcoming event visit Seminole PowerSports’ Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/SeminolePowerSports/

Seminole PowerSports features a 44,000 square foot super store that offers a variety of used and pre-owned jet skiis, Sea Doos, motorcycles, dirt bikes, ATV’s and side by sides. Their Sanford, Florida location also features a state-of-the-art service department specializing in major brands such as Kawasaki, Honda, Can-Am, Sea-Doo, and Husqvarna. To explore the available inventory, visit online at https://www.seminolepowersports.com/default.asp?page=xNewInventory#page=xNewInventory&make=kawasaki

Seminole PowerSports’ service department can offer routine maintenance, repair work, warranty work or repair a recall. All of their technicians in the service center are MMI graduates and are certified by the manufacturers. The service center consists of almost 18,000 square feet of space with 12 active bays with lifts, as well as detail bays, and an upper mezzanine level for indoor storage. The rear of the facility has 3 sets of personal watercraft racks, a 1,400-gallon Ethanol-free fuel tank and a mobile Dynojet 201i dynamometer. To schedule a service appointment, call 407-322-3253 or make an appointment online at https://www.seminolepowersports.com/schedule-a-service-appointment–xservice_request.

Seminole PowerSports has been serving Central Florida for over 25 years. This power sports dealership serves all of Central Florida including Seminole, Orange, Lake, Volusia, and Brevard counties. Mullins adds, «Customers come from across the state to purchase power sports at our dealership. Seminole PowerSports has built a reputation as the #1 dealer in Central Florida based on customer service and satisfaction.»

To learn more about Seminole PowerSports, please visit online at https://www.seminolepowersports.com/ or call 407-322-3253. Visit the store at 1200 Rinehart Road in Sanford, Florida 32771 for all power sports needs. Seminole PowerSports sales and service departments are available Monday through Saturday.

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PACCOR And Digimarc Take Their Partnership To The Next Level

DUSSELDORF, Germany, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — PACCOR, the leading global player in the packaging industry, has been designated by Digimarc, the inventor of the Digimarc Platform for automatic identification (NASDAQ: DMRC), as a Platinum Pioneer Plastics Partner. This designation recognizes the substantial contributions to the joint projects to date. Together, both companies now take the next step to provide plastic packaging solutions with digital identities. The objectives of this partnership are to develop and…

DUSSELDORF, Germany, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — PACCOR, the leading global player in the packaging industry, has been designated by Digimarc, the inventor of the Digimarc Platform for automatic identification (NASDAQ: DMRC), as a Platinum Pioneer Plastics Partner. This designation recognizes the substantial contributions to the joint projects to date. Together, both companies now take the next step to provide plastic packaging solutions with digital identities. The objectives of this partnership are to develop and commercialize a solution for high-speed sorting of plastic packaging items with Digimarc Barcode, for the purpose of increasing the recyclability and circularity of the plastic packaging products.

As a strategic partner, Digimarc provides PACCOR with technical advice, support and access to the Digimarc Platform. PACCOR provides Digimarc with access to and support from its Centre of Development & Innovation (CDI) to advance the state of the art in the enhancement of plastic packaging solutions for recycling and circularity.

«This close cooperation will certainly accelerate the marketability of products enhanced with Digimarc Barcode outlines Nicolas Lorenz, CCO of PACCOR. «We are pleased to offer our customers licensing rights if they want to incorporate Digimarc into their packaging.»

PACCOR is able to apply Digimarc Barcode using various technologies, such as thermoforming, injected and compression molding labelling, as well as in printing on all decorative options (plastic sleeve and paper banderole). Digimarc Barcode can be engraved in the mold or printed on a label on the outer packaging to give the package a «digital intelligence,» turning it into an Internet of Things object. Digimarc can be detected by a wide variety of machines and smartphones.

«We are looking forward to seeing the first thermoform product on shelf made by PACCOR embossed with the Digimarc Barcode,» states Larry Logan, Chief Evangelist at Digimarc. «Our clear target is that PACCOR or their customers get their own thermoforms back from sorting plants,» concludes Larry Logan.

For print, the process takes the existing design and enhances the artwork with Digimarc. There are no special inks or printing processes required. The artwork can be used in supply chains to track and trace goods, to speed retail checkout and engage and inform consumers through smartphones. For 3D in plastics, PACCOR engraves Digimarc into the mold, creating a subtle decorative embossing effect. In essence, the plastic is given what Digimarc has termed a «Digital Recycling Passport.» Now, when packaging waste is collected, it can be scanned and absolutely identified. This will create new value streams for recycled plastics and keep used packaging from ending up in landfills and in our oceans.

«We are pleased PACCOR is our first Platinum Pioneer Plastics Partner,» said Robert Chamness, Digimarc’s EVP of Sustainability. «For almost two years, we have been collaborating with PACCOR, one of the world’s largest suppliers of rigid plastic packaging. PACCOR has been an ardent supporter of Digimarc Barcode. We have acknowledged them with this new Platinum designation in recognition of their innovative practices, their investment in research and development, the leadership position they have achieved in packaging sustainability and their commitment to the commercialization of our Platform.»

«PACCOR’s initiative and demonstrated success in creating 3D substrates will further fuel the adoption of digital identifiers in packaging materials,» said Larry Logan, Digimarc’s Chief Evangelist for recycling and sustainability. «This is an important step in the HolyGrail 2.0 initiative and the various other efforts underway to help brands meet their public pledges for recyclability and the regulatory mandates for recycled content. And, the timing of our relationship is particularly relevant with the recent gaps in the supply of virgin plastics through force majeure actions, pointing again to the need for a vibrant supply of post-consumer recyclate for new products.»

Digimarc Barcode, along with Digimarc Discover identification software and Digimarc Verify for quality control, comprise the Digimarc Platform for automatic identification of objects. The Platform has nearly endless applications, including for manufacturing, supply chain and logistics, and helping retailers and consumer brands meet the complex challenges of today’s marketplace.

ABOUT PACCOR
At PACCOR we create innovative and sustainable packaging solutions for the consumer, food and foodservice market. Our overall goal is to protect what is worth being protected: our planet, our partners’ products and our employees. We have high expertise in developing and providing valuable rigid plastic packaging products. Our solutions meet current market trends by constantly thinking outside the box. With more than 3,000 dedicated employees in 15 countries, PACCOR is a global player in the packaging industry. Everything we do contributes to the protection and hygienic safety of valuable products. PACCOR leads the transition towards a circular economy. Because we believe this is the best way to achieve real change in the industry and to create shared value for all our stakeholders and society. More: https://www.paccor.com/

ABOUT DIGIMARC
Digimarc Corporation (Nasdaq: DMRC) is the inventor of the Digimarc Platform that enables a more efficient, reliable and economical means of automatic identification. The Digimarc Platform can apply a unique identifier to virtually all media objects— including product packaging, commercial print, audio and video—that can be automatically identified by an enabled ecosystem of industrial scanners, smartphones and other interfaces. The Platform enables applications and solutions including brand protection, traceability, and recycling that benefit retailers and consumer brands, national and state government agencies, media and entertainment industries, and others. Digimarc is based in Beaverton, Oregon, with a growing supplier network around the world. Visit www.digimarc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter to learn more about The Barcode of Everything®.

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Building-integrated Photovoltaics Market Size Worth $59.5 Billion By 2028: Grand View Research, Inc.

SAN FRANCISCO, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The global building-integrated photovoltaics market size is expected to reach USD 59.5 billion by 2028, according to a new report…

SAN FRANCISCO, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The global building-integrated photovoltaics market size is expected to reach USD 59.5 billion by 2028, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is expected to expand at a CAGR of 20.0% from 2021 to 2028. The market has witnessed significant product adoption in recent years due to the high aesthetic appeal of integrated solar panels. Various regulations enacted by the European Commission mandate the size and specifications of the installations to be used for commercial, residential, and industrial applications. Increased efforts taken by the national governments toward the use of renewable sources of energy are likely to drive the market over the forecast period.

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Key suggestions from the report:

  • By technology, the crystalline silicon segment occupied a dominant position in 2020 owing to the abundant product availability. In addition, C-Si offers high conversion efficiency on a commercial scale, which leads to high demand for the installation
  • Based on application, roofs held the largest revenue share in 2020 on account of the ease of product installation, coupled with their high-performance characteristics
  • The commercial application segment held a considerable share in 2020. The high emphasis on the aesthetic appeal of solar energy-harnessing systems primarily in commercial establishments is likely to fuel the demand for the product in commercial applications

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Research and development efforts are increasingly being taken in the market in order to improve the efficiency of cells used in BIPV installations. Technological advancements have also led to the introduction of organic photovoltaics with higher bandgap and increased efficiency. Both these factors are expected to result in an increased demand for BIPV over the forecast period.

Companies operate through a well-established distribution network, which enables them to charge a higher price for the installation as compared to manufacturers. BIPV manufacturers are generally forward integrated for the distribution and installation of the modules onto buildings. Market players such as Suntech are involved in the manufacturing of BIPV modules that are supplied to end users. Such companies benefit from higher profit margins due to the elimination of distributors.

Grand View Research has segmented the global building-integrated photovoltaics market on the basis of technology, application, end use, and region:

  • BIPV Technology Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 – 2028)
    • Crystalline Silicon
    • Thin Film
    • Others
  • BIPV Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 – 2028)
    • Roofs
    • Walls
    • Glass
    • Facade
    • Others
  • BIPV End-use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 – 2028)
    • Residential
    • Commercial
    • Industrial
  • BIPV Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 – 2028)
    • North America
      • U.S.
      • Canada
      • Mexico
    • Europe
      • Germany
      • U.K.
      • France
    • Asia Pacific
      • China
      • India
      • Japan
    • Central & South America
      • Brazil
    • Middle East & Africa

List of Key Players of Building-Integrated Photovoltaics Market

  • AGC Solar
  • Belectric
  • Heliatek GmbH
  • Carmanah Technologies Corp.
  • Dyesol Ltd. (Greatcell Solar Ltd.)
  • Ertex solartechnik GmbH
  • ISSOL SA
  • Canadian Solar Inc.
  • Onyx Solar Energy S.L.
  • Tesla Inc.

Find more research reports on  Distribution & Utilities Industry, by Grand View Research:

  • Building-integrated Photovoltaics Facade Market – The global building-integrated photovoltaics facade market size is expected to reach USD 3.96 billion by 2025, expanding at a CAGR of 25.3% from 2019 – 2025.
  • Europe Building-integrated Photovoltaics Market – The Europe building-integrated photovoltaics market size is expected to reach USD 20.4 billion by 2027, expanding at a 27.2% CAGR from 2020 – 2027.
  • Distributed Energy Generation Market – The increasing need for energy and the high costs of grid expansion are the major factors driving the market growth. Low prices of Distributed Energy Generation (DEG) as compared to the conventional power generation methods are expected to provide a boost to the market.

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