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MULLEN AUTOMOTIVE INC. (MULN)·Q2 2025 Earnings Summary

Executive Summary

  • Q2 FY2025 revenue grew to $4.95M, a sharp acceleration versus $33k in Q2 FY2024 and up from $2.92M in Q1 FY2025; six-month FY2025 revenue totaled $7.87M, reflecting early commercialization of Mullen ONE (Class 1) and THREE (Class 3) and initial Bollinger B4 deliveries .
  • Losses narrowed materially year over year: net loss attributable to stockholders was $47.1M in Q2 FY2025 versus $132.4M in Q2 FY2024, helped by derivative revaluation gains partially offset by warrant-related financing costs; non-cash items comprised ~73% of six-month losses YTD .
  • Liquidity remains tight: cash and restricted cash at 3/31/25 was $2.32M, working capital was negative ($156.1M), though cash outflows fell 56.6% YoY to $52.4M in the first half; financing provided $44.0M YTD .
  • Subsequent event: Bollinger Motors (majority-owned segment) entered court-appointed receivership on May 7, 2025, a legal overhang; management does not expect a material adverse impact on liquidity but uncertainty persists and could be a stock reaction catalyst .

What Went Well and What Went Wrong

What Went Well

  • Record quarterly revenue execution: “Q2 2025 revenue of $5 million outperformed Q2 2024 revenue of $33,000 by more than 143 times,” highlighting commercialization progress across Class 1 and Class 3 vehicles .
  • Sales traction across commercial verticals: deliveries to logistics (Cashflow on Wheels, 20 Class 3 units, ~$1.4M retail value), local government (Orange County, NC), universities, and dealers (NAFG Sourcewell approval) broadened customer base .
  • Cost discipline: YTD cash spend fell to $52.4M from $120.9M (–56.6%), reflecting headcount reductions and facilities eliminations; management reiterated focus on burn-rate reduction and battery technology development .

What Went Wrong

  • Negative gross margin at scale: Q2 gross loss of $2.05M (revenue $4.95M vs. cost of revenues $7.00M) indicates unit economics and scale inefficiencies; pricing/mix and ramp costs continue to pressure margins .
  • Complex capital structure and non-cash charges: sizable warrant-related financing costs and derivative revaluation drive volatility in reported earnings; six-month non-cash expenses/gains totaled $118.4M (73% of loss) .
  • Legal overhang on Bollinger: court-appointed receivership post quarter end introduces strategic and operational uncertainty for the Class 4 B4 program and dealer network, despite management’s statement about limited liquidity impact .

Financial Results

MetricQ2 2024Q1 2025Q2 2025
Revenue ($USD)$33,335 $2,920,485 $4,950,140
Cost of Revenues ($USD)$13,440 $6,588,933 $6,996,936
Gross Profit (Loss) ($USD)$19,895 $(3,668,448) $(2,046,796)
Net Loss Attributable to Stockholders ($USD)$(132,431,960) $(114,888,557) $(47,075,891)
Net Loss per Share ($USD)$(12,041,273.00) $(661.33) $(489.24)

Segment/vehicle type detail (latest disclosed):

Segment/TypeQ1 2025 UnitsQ1 2025 Revenue ($USD)
Bollinger B4 (Class 4)20$2,777,000
Destination freight & other servicesN/A$112,000
Mullen ONE (Class 1) & THREE (Class 3)38 combined invoiced; limited recognition due to dealer return provisions$31,000

Key KPIs and Liquidity:

KPIQ1 2025Q2 2025 (Quarter)FY2025 YTD (6M)
Vehicles invoiced58 Not disclosed69
Amount invoiced ($USD)$4.37M Not disclosed$5.7M
Cash received on deliveries ($USD)$6.0M Not disclosed$8.0M
Revenue recognized ($USD)$2.92M $4.95M $7.87M
Cash & Restricted Cash ($USD)$2.74M at 12/31/24 $2.32M at 3/31/25 $2.32M at 3/31/25
Working Capital ($USD)$(186.2)M at 12/31/24 $(156.1)M at 3/31/25 $(156.1)M at 3/31/25
Cash Outflows (Op + Inv) ($USD)$(27.8)M in Q1 Not disclosed$(52.4)M (–56.6% YoY)

Non-cash expense composition (6M FY2025):

Item6M FY2025 ($USD)
Revaluation of warrants and derivative liabilities$(63,617,277)
Loss on exchange of warrants$57,770,454
Stock-based compensation$42,272,019
Initial recognition of warrants$37,184,192
Amortization of debt discount and non-cash interest$24,026,629
Impairment of intangible assets$12,006,452
Depreciation and amortization$9,519,559
Total non-cash items$118,447,022

Guidance Changes

No formal quantitative guidance was provided for revenue, margins, OpEx, OI&E, tax, or dividends in Q2 FY2025 or Q1 FY2025 filings/press releases.

MetricPeriodPrevious GuidanceCurrent GuidanceChange
RevenueFY2025 / Q3NoneNoneMaintained (no guidance)
Gross Margin / EBITDAFY2025NoneNoneMaintained (no guidance)
OpExFY2025NoneFocus on cost reductionsQualitative only
Tax rateFY2025NoneNoneMaintained (no guidance)
Segment-specificFY2025NoneNoneMaintained (no guidance)

Earnings Call Themes & Trends

No Q2 FY2025 earnings call transcript was available; themes below reflect management commentary in filings and press releases.

TopicPrevious Mentions (Q-2 = Q3 2024)Previous Mentions (Q-1 = Q1 2025)Current Period (Q2 2025)Trend
Commercial EV sales executionEarly pilots, dealer build-out; minimal revenue Strongest quarter to-date: $2.92M recognized; invoiced $4.37M; deliveries across verticals $4.95M revenue, more customer diversity; six-month $7.87M Improving
Cost discipline / burn rateLarge cash outflows; financing reliance Headcount reductions; cash spent Q1 $(27.8)M YTD cash spend $(52.4)M (–56.6% YoY); further reductions initiated Improving
Battery technology programSolid-state polymer roadmap for 2H25 certification DOE matching funds application; battery lines installed Enpower partnership to build SWIFT SSB; integration in Fullerton; production targeted early 2026 Advancing
Bollinger B4 (Class 4)EPA cert; orders; 2H24 delivery start 20 B4 delivered; $2.8M recognized; network expansion Deliveries to LES Ecology Center; EnviroCharge partnership; receivership appointed post quarter Mixed (operational progress vs legal overhang)
Regulatory/incentivesCARB/HVIP approvals; FTZ status Dealer network expansion, incentives highlighted NAFG Sourcewell approval enabling public sector procurement Supportive
Legal/structuralN/AN/ABollinger receivership; GEM settlement; financing reliance Deteriorating (legal risk)

Management Commentary

  • “Our Q2 2025 revenue of $5 million outperformed Q2 2024 revenue of $33,000 by more than 143 times. This growth underscores the effectiveness of our strategic initiatives and increasing demand for our vehicles despite challenging market conditions.” — David Michery, CEO .
  • “Our fiscal Q2 will close with our strongest revenue performance to-date. Our revenue and overall momentum continues to build... for both Mullen and Bollinger commercial vehicles.” — David Michery, CEO (record GAAP revenue to date press) .
  • “We continue... taking every opportunity to adapt our verticals based on market needs... Our continued focus is on selling vehicles and advancing our battery technologies.” — David Michery, CEO (cost cutting press) .

Q&A Highlights

No Q2 FY2025 earnings call transcript found; no Q&A disclosures available in filings/press releases [List: earnings-call-transcript returned none].

Estimates Context

  • Wall Street consensus estimates via S&P Global for MULN were unavailable due to missing CIQ mapping; as a result, we cannot provide consensus comparisons for Q2 FY2025 or Q1 FY2025. Estimates may need to be established or updated by coverage initiation if/when mapping becomes available (S&P Global data unavailable).

Key Takeaways for Investors

  • Commercial traction is real but early: sequential revenue ramp from $2.92M (Q1) to $4.95M (Q2) with customer diversification; monitor conversion from invoicing/cash receipts to recognized revenue given dealer return provisions .
  • Unit economics remain a watch item: negative gross margin at current scale indicates need for cost/product optimization and production efficiencies before sustainable margins emerge .
  • Balance sheet constrained: low cash, negative working capital, and reliance on structured financing/warrants; execution on cost reductions and incremental financing is critical near term .
  • Bollinger receivership is the primary overhang: while management guides limited liquidity impact, strategic outcomes (operate/sell) are controlled by the receiver; assess implications for B4 deliveries and dealer network .
  • Battery roadmap progressing: Enpower partnership and 2026 production target provide medium-term technology optionality; near-term commercialization still anchored on Class 1/3 .
  • Public sector channel opening: Sourcewell approval via NAFG enhances procurement ease for government fleets—potentially accelerating orders in FY2025/26 .
  • Actionable: In the short term, stock likely reacts to legal developments (Bollinger), new fleet orders, and financing updates; medium term thesis hinges on converting pipeline to recognized revenue and achieving margin inflection through scale and cost reductions .