Ubiquiti Inc. (NYSE: UI) has announced its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, ending March 31. The company reported a revenue of $493.0 million, marking a 7.7% increase over the same quarter last year. Despite the revenue uptick, earnings metrics showed a decline, with GAAP diluted earnings per share dropping to $1.26 from $1.63 and non-GAAP diluted EPS falling to $1.28 from $1.65 year-on-year. Notably, Ubiquiti's gross profit stood at $174.1 million with a gross margin of 35.3%, a decrease from last year's 41.2% margin.
Operating expenses for Ubiquiti increased to $62.9 million, up from $55.0 million in the previous year's corresponding quarter. This rise in expenses, coupled with a decline in profits, resulted in a net income of $76.3 million, which reflects a significant 22.6% decrease from the $98.6 million reported last year. Moreover, Reuters highlighted the company's decision to declare a dividend of $0.60 per share, payable on May 28, to shareholders recorded by May 20.
Ubiquiti's latest financial disclosure suggests a focus on solid revenue performance amid pressure on profit margins. The company's shares were last traded at $353.24, showing a minor change at one of the latest trade times on Friday, May 9. These figures not only underscore the company's capabilities in generating revenue but also its current challenges in maintaining profitability amid rising operational costs.