Bitcoin Rally Boosts Cleanspark’s Financial Performance in Q1 2024
Cleanspark, a U.S. Bitcoin mining company that is publicly traded on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol CLSK, has reported impressive financial results for the first quarter of 2024. The company’s revenues surpassed $111.8 million during this period, marking a remarkable increase of $69.3 million or 163% compared to the previous year’s figure of $42.5 million. This surge in revenue can be attributed to the recent rally in Bitcoin prices.
According to a press statement released by Cleanspark, the company’s net income for the first quarter reached $126.7 million. This is a significant improvement from the loss of $18.5 million incurred during the same period last year. The quarterly profit translates to a basic income of $0.59 per share.
Moreover, Cleanspark’s adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) for the first quarter of 2024 reached an impressive $181.8 million. In comparison, the company’s EBITDA for the same period in 2023 was only $12.7 million.
CEO Zach Bradford credited the company’s outstanding performance in Q1 to the decision to increase operational capacity by over 60%. This move resulted in Cleanspark’s total capacity surpassing 17 exahash per second (EH/s).
Bradford expressed his satisfaction with the company’s growth, stating, “These efforts have driven a significant rise in our revenue, underscoring the effectiveness of our strategic initiatives and targeted growth. As we move forward, our focus remains on innovation, sustainable growth, and solidifying our unique position in the market to provide long-term value to our shareholders.”
Gary A. Vecchiarelli, the CFO of Cleanspark, described the company’s Q1 performance as “record-breaking and historic.” He also acknowledged that the surge in Bitcoin prices played a crucial role in the company’s success during this period.
In addition to its financial achievements, Cleanspark ended the first quarter with minimal debt, positioning the company strongly for the upcoming halving event.
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