NASDAQ:AXON

Axon Appoints Former Pinterest CFO Todd Morgenfeld to Board

Axon Enterprise, Inc. (Nasdaq: AXON) announced the appointment of Todd Morgenfeld to its Board of Directors, effective August 28, 2025. He will also serve on the company’s Audit Committee and its Mergers and Acquisitions and Capital Structure Committee.

Morgenfeld, 53, brings extensive financial and operational experience from leadership roles at Pinterest, where he served as CFO and later CFO/COO, as well as prior positions at Twitter, Hewlett-Packard, and Silver Lake Partners. He also sits on the boards of AppLovin and Urban Outfitters. A West Point graduate and former U.S. Army captain, Morgenfeld also holds an MBA from Stanford.
Axon Q2 2025 Results: Strong Growth in Revenue and Software Adoption, Raises Full-Year Outlook

Headline Figures:
• Q2 2025 revenue: $669 million (+33% YoY)
• Software & Services revenue: $292 million (+39% YoY)
• Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR): $1.2 billion (+39% YoY)
• Net income: $36 million | Adjusted net income: $174 million
• Adjusted EBITDA: $172 million (25.7% margin)
• Raised FY2025 revenue guidance to $2.65–$2.73 billion (from $2.60–$2.70 billion)

Segment Performance:
• Software & Services: Driven by demand for digital evidence management, real-time operations, and AI-powered tools; net revenue retention rate reached 124%.
• Connected Devices: Revenue up 29% YoY to $376 million.
o TASER: $216 million (+19%)
o Personal Sensors: $93 million (+24%)
o Platform Solutions: $67 million (+86%)

Profitability and Cash Flow:
• GAAP net margin: 5.4%
• Non-GAAP net income margin: 26.0%
• Adjusted EBITDA: up 37% YoY
• Free cash outflow: $115 million (vs. +$83 million inflow in Q2 2024)
• Net cash position: $66 million

AI Survey Insights:
• Only 14% of agencies fully staffed; officers spend just 46% of time on policing.
• Officers using Axon AI tools reported 6–12 hours of weekly time savings.
• 75% of respondents want AI to assist, but keep humans in control of final decisions.
• 84% desire more AI-specific training.

CEO Commentary:

CEO Rick Smith emphasized Axon’s focus on solving real problems through customer-driven innovation, while CTO Jeff Kunins reaffirmed Axon’s commitment to responsible AI deployment.

Outlook:
Axon now expects full-year 2025 revenue growth of ~29% at the midpoint, with Adjusted EBITDA of $665–$685 million, an increase from previous guidance of $650–$675 million.

The report reflects Axon’s continued strength in software-led growth, AI adoption in public safety, and sustained revenue momentum.
Key Developments – Debt Offering & Credit Facility Amendment
1. $1.75 Billion Senior Notes Offering
Issuer: Axon Enterprise, Inc.
Total Aggregate Principal Amount: $1.75 billion
Breakdown:
$1 billion of 6.125% Senior Notes due 2030
$750 million of 6.250% Senior Notes due 2033
Use of Proceeds:
General corporate purposes
Potential redemption of 0.50% Convertible Senior Notes due 2027
Growth capital, acquisitions, and product investments
2. Redemption & Repurchase Terms
✔ 2030 Notes: Callable starting in 2027, initially at 103.063% of principal
✔ 2033 Notes: Callable starting in 2028, initially at 103.125% of principal
✔ Both series allow for up to 40% redemption using equity proceeds before 2027/2028 at premium rates

3. Credit Agreement Amendment
Increased Revolving Credit Facility:
Expanded by $100 million to $300 million
Ability to further increase by an additional $100 million
Extended Maturity: Pushed from 2027 to 2030
New Letter of Credit Availability: Increased by $20 million to $50 million
Covenants & Financial Metrics:
Max Net Leverage Ratio: ≤ 3.50x (up to 4.50x after acquisitions)
Min Interest Coverage Ratio: ≥ 3.50x
4. Market & Investor Implications
✅ Strengthens Axon's balance sheet for long-term growth
✅ Provides flexibility for potential acquisitions or strategic investments
✅ Shows strong institutional demand despite higher interest rate environment
Axon Enterprise, Inc. has entered into separate agreements with certain holders of its 0.50% convertible senior notes due 2027. Under these agreements, Axon will exchange approximately $407.5 million in principal amount of the notes for cash and shares of its common stock, with the final share count determined over an averaging period starting on March 7, 2025. Based on the March 6 closing price of $499.31 per share, Axon expects to issue about 1 million shares.

Following the completion of the exchanges, expected around March 13, 2025, Axon will have approximately $282.5 million in remaining notes outstanding. The company anticipates that counterparties hedging their exposure to the notes may engage in transactions that could influence the stock price.

The issued shares will be exempt from registration under U.S. securities laws, as they will be offered to qualified institutional buyers and accredited investors. Axon has also issued a press release detailing the transaction.
Axon Enterprise, Inc. announced plans to offer $1.5 billion in senior notes, consisting of notes due in 2030 and 2033. The private offering, exempt from SEC registration, is available to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and to non-U.S. persons under Regulation S. The proceeds will support corporate initiatives, though specific use details were not disclosed. Axon also plans to amend its credit agreement with JPMorgan Chase to increase its revolving credit facility by $100 million to $300 million, with an option to further increase it by $100 million. The amendment will also extend the maturity date and adjust terms to accommodate the new debt issuance.
Axon Enterprise, Inc. reported strong financial results for 2024, achieving its third consecutive year of over 30% annual revenue growth. Total revenue increased by 33% to $2.1 billion, with Axon Cloud & Services revenue growing 44% to $806 million. Annual recurring revenue reached $1 billion, a 37% increase from the previous year. Net income for the year was $377 million, while non-GAAP net income stood at $466 million.

For the fourth quarter, Axon recorded revenue of $575 million, up 34% year over year. TASER segment revenue increased by 37% to $221 million, driven by the continued adoption of TASER 10 and VR training solutions. Sensors & Other revenue grew 18% to $124 million, fueled by demand for Axon Body 4 and Axon Fleet 3. Axon Cloud & Services contributed 40% of total revenue, growing 41% year over year to $230 million.

Key operational achievements in 2024 included surpassing $2 billion in annual revenue and securing over $5 billion in annual bookings. The company expanded its AI-driven solutions for public safety, integrated real-time crime center technology with the acquisition of Fusus, and advanced its drone-as-first-responder platform through its partnerships with Skydio and Dedrone.

Axon provided 2025 revenue guidance of $2.55 billion to $2.65 billion, reflecting approximately 25% growth. Adjusted EBITDA is expected to range between $640 million and $670 million, with a 25% margin. The company’s estimated total addressable market (TAM) has expanded to $129 billion, with major opportunities in international governments, enterprise security, and AI solutions.

As of December 31, 2024, Axon had $800 million in cash, cash equivalents, and investments, with a net cash position of $110 million after accounting for outstanding convertible notes. The company’s strong cash flow supports continued investment in R&D, automation, and capacity expansion to drive future growth.
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