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Cadiz Inc. (CDZI) Q1 2025 Filing Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

This summary covers the Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for Cadiz Inc. for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025. Cadiz is a water solutions provider operating in Southern California, focusing on the development of the Mojave Groundwater Bank, agricultural operations, and water filtration technology through its subsidiary, ATEC Water Systems. The company is classified as a non-accelerated filer and a smaller reporting company.

Key Financial Metrics

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Growth: Total revenues increased 163% to $2.95 million, driven primarily by a surge in ATEC Water Filtration Technology sales ($2.39 million vs. $0.49 million) due to a contract with the Central Utah Water Conservancy District. Land and Water Resources revenue declined slightly to $0.57 million.
• Expense Increases: Operating loss widened by $2.62 million. General and administrative expenses rose to $8.11 million (from $4.73 million), attributed to increased professional fees for the Mojave Groundwater Bank development and higher stock-based compensation ($2.77 million vs. $1.26 million).
• Capital Raising: The company completed a registered direct offering in March 2025, issuing 5.7 million shares for net proceeds of approximately $18.3 million. This followed a November 2024 offering that raised $22.1 million.
• Investing Outflows: Investing cash outflows increased significantly to $6.29 million, primarily due to a $5.0 million deposit to secure an exclusive option to purchase 180 miles of steel pipeline for the Mojave Groundwater Bank.

Outlook, Management Commentary, and Risks

• Liquidity: Management states that cash on hand and recent equity proceeds are sufficient to meet short-term working capital needs. However, the company continues to rely on debt and equity financing to fund development activities as it has not yet generated significant revenue from its core water supply and storage assets.
• Project Development: The company is advancing the Mojave Groundwater Bank project. In December 2024, it established Mojave Water Infrastructure Company, LLC (MWI) to fund capital costs. As of May 2025, non-binding letters of intent have been received for up to $425 million in equity capital from potential investors.
• Debt Structure: The company maintains a senior secured credit agreement with Heerema. Interest on a portion of the debt is paid in kind (PIK). The company is in compliance with all covenants as of March 31, 2025.
• Risks: Key risks include the ability to raise additional capital for long-term development, the timing of reimbursement for development costs, and the uncertainty of finalizing definitive agreements for the MWI joint venture. The company notes that if it cannot raise needed funds, it may be forced to reduce operating expenses, potentially impacting its business plan.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Capital Sufficiency: Verify the timeline for closing the $425 million MWI investment and the specific milestones required to trigger the $76 million asset transfer payment.
• Debt Covenants: Review the specific financial covenants in the Heerema Credit Agreement to ensure no breach occurs as the company continues to incur losses.
• ATEC Contract Execution: Confirm the duration and renewal terms of the Central Utah Water Conservancy District contract driving Q1 revenue growth.
• Pipeline Option: Assess the terms of the $5.0 million deposit for the 180-mile pipeline option, including expiration dates and conditions for forfeiture.
• Preferred Stock Dividends: Monitor the quarterly cash dividend obligations on the 8.875% Series A Preferred Stock ($1.27 million per quarter) and their impact on cash flow.