10-Q: P2 Solar Reports Q3 2024 Results, Revenue Climbs to $154,234 Amidst Going Concern Uncertainty

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Quarterly Report


P2 Solar, Inc. reports its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2023, showing revenue generation from solar system installations but also highlighting concerns about its ability to continue as a going concern.

Capital raiseThe Company anticipates that it will attempt to raise money from individual investors by selling convertible preferred shares.The Company estimates that the total aggregate costs for expansion for solar installation business will be roughly $2,000,000.
Worse than expectedThe company's auditors have raised substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern due to an accumulated deficit of $8,063,819 and a net loss of $101,956 for the nine months ended December 31, 2023.

Summary

  • P2 Solar, Inc. reported financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2023.
  • The company's current business operations are focused on the construction and installation of residential and commercial rooftop and ground mount solar energy systems in Canada.
  • For the nine months ended December 31, 2023, the company generated revenue of $154,234 compared to no revenue in the same period of 2022.
  • The cost of revenue for the nine months ended December 31, 2023, was $91,386, resulting in a gross profit of $62,848.
  • Operating expenses for the nine months ended December 31, 2023, were $158,071, compared to $70,370 in the same period of 2022.
  • The company reported a net loss of $101,956 for the nine months ended December 31, 2023, compared to a net loss of $186,529 for the nine months ended December 31, 2022.
  • The company's auditors have raised substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern due to an accumulated deficit of $8,063,819 and a net loss of $101,956 for the nine months ended December 31, 2023.
  • As of December 31, 2023, the company had a working capital deficiency of $1,833,449.
  • The company is seeking additional financing to cover operating expenses and expansion of its solar installation business, estimating expansion costs at approximately $2,000,000.
  • The company expects some money for day-to-day expenses from its subsidiary Futricity Solar, Inc.
  • The company is working on the terms of convertible preferred shares to raise money from individual investors.
  • The company estimates that the total aggregate costs for expansion for solar installation business will be roughly $2,000,000.

Sentiment

Score: 3

Explanation: The sentiment is low due to the going concern uncertainty, significant accumulated deficit, and reliance on external financing. While revenue generation is a positive sign, the overall financial health raises concerns.

Positives

  • The company started generating revenue from solar system installations, reporting $154,234 for the nine months ended December 31, 2023.
  • The net loss decreased from $186,529 in 2022 to $101,956 in 2023.
  • The company successfully acquired Futricity Solar, Inc., expanding its operations in solar system installation.
  • The company repaid the promissory note payable to Azariah Zemarium in the amount of $17,841.
  • The company raised CAD $110,000 under the terms of the partial revocation of the cease trade order imposed by the British Columbia Securities Commission.

Negatives

  • The company has a significant accumulated deficit of $8,063,819.
  • Auditors have raised substantial doubt about the company's ability to continue as a going concern.
  • The company has a working capital deficiency of $1,833,449 as of December 31, 2023.
  • The company's operating expenses increased significantly, impacting profitability.
  • The company does not have sufficient assets or capital resources to pay its on-going expenses beyond March 31, 2024.
  • The company's disclosure controls and procedures were not effective due to a control deficiency.

Risks

  • The company's ability to continue as a going concern is dependent on raising additional capital and implementing its business plan.
  • There is no guarantee that the company will be successful in raising additional capital.
  • The company's reliance on advances or loans from management, significant stockholders, or third parties poses a risk if these sources are not available.
  • The company's limited revenues and dependence on financing to continue basic operations create financial instability.
  • The company's failure to maintain effective disclosure controls and procedures could lead to inaccurate financial reporting.
  • The company expects the Cease Trade Order to be revoked in the next 30 to 45 days, however, there is no guarantee that it will happen.

Future Outlook

The company anticipates attempting to raise money from individual investors by selling convertible preferred shares and is in preliminary discussions with groups regarding financing, but there is no guarantee of success.

Management Comments

  • Management intends to rely upon advances or loans from management, significant stockholders or third parties to meet the cash requirements of the Company.
  • Management is hopeful that the Company will be able to obtain financing.
  • Management of the Company will continue to evaluate the projected expenditure of the Company relative to its available cash and to seek additional means of financing in order to satisfy working capital and other cash requirements.

Industry Context

The company operates in the solar energy sector, which is experiencing growth due to increasing demand for renewable energy sources; however, P2 Solar's financial challenges and going concern uncertainty distinguish it from more stable competitors in the industry.

Comparison to Industry Standards

  • Comparing P2 Solar to established solar companies like SolarEdge or Enphase Energy reveals significant differences in financial stability and operational scale.
  • While industry leaders report consistent revenue growth and profitability, P2 Solar is in an early stage with limited revenue and ongoing losses.
  • Unlike companies with strong balance sheets, P2 Solar faces challenges in securing financing and maintaining operations.
  • The company's reliance on related-party transactions and debt financing contrasts with the more diversified funding strategies of larger solar companies.

Related Party Transactions

  • During the nine months ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, the Director and Officer of the Company advanced $57,235 and $12,191 to the Company to support operating cost and was repaid of $44,735 and $7,308, respectively.
  • During the nine months ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, the Company incurred management salary to the Director and Officer of $41,639and $42,774, respectively.
  • As of December 31, 2023 and March 31, 2023, the accrued management salary was $692,689 and $635,477, respectively.
  • As of December 31, 2023 and March 31, 2023, the total amount due to the Director and Officer was $748,908 and $676,706 respectively.
  • As of December 31, 2023 and March 31, 2023, the amount due to another Director of the Company of $1,285 and $1,256, respectively.
  • The loans to the related parties are unsecured, due on demand and non-interest bearing.
  • As of December 31, 2023 and March 31, 2023, the total amount due to related parties was $748,908 and $677,962, respectively.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders face significant risk due to the company's going concern uncertainty and financial instability.
  • Employees' job security is uncertain due to the company's financial challenges.
  • Customers may be concerned about the company's ability to fulfill long-term contracts and warranties.
  • Suppliers and creditors face increased risk of non-payment due to the company's financial difficulties.

Next Steps

  • The company needs to secure additional financing to continue operations and expand its business.
  • The company intends to apply to have the BC CTO fully revoked.
  • The company is working on the terms of the preferred shares.
  • Management of the Company will continue to evaluate the projected expenditure of the Company relative to its available cash and to seek additional means of financing in order to satisfy working capital and other cash requirements.

Key Dates

DateDescription
November 21, 1990The Company was incorporated as Spectrum Trading Inc.
May 14, 1999The Company was discontinued in British Columbia and was reincorporated as Spectrum International Inc. in the State of Delaware, U.S.A.
September 3, 2004The Company changed its name from Spectrum International Inc. to Natco International Inc.
March 6, 2015British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) issued a Cease Trade Order (CTO) on all securities trading of the Company.
November 24, 2022British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) issued a Partial Revocation Order of the Cease Trade Order (CTO).
February 22, 2023The Company acquired all outstanding shares of Futricity Solar, Inc.
December 31, 2023End of the quarterly period for this report.
February 14, 2024Date of report filing.
March 31, 2024The Company does not have sufficient assets or capital resources to pay its on-going expenses beyond this date.

Keywords

solar, revenue, financial results, going concern, net loss, P2 Solar, Futricity Solar, convertible notes, promissory notes, solar systems

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