CONNECTING THE WORLD THROUGH CURRENCY
Revenue by Business Segment
Revenue by Geography
81%
Banknotes
19%
Payments
81%
United States
19%
Canada
4%
Year Over Year
$30.6
$82.0
$67.5
Total Revenue:
In Millions
$85.2
-1%
Year Over Year
Total Assets:
In Millions
All amounts in this report are stated in USD and are based on fiscal year end unless otherwise noted.
Financial Highlights
Shareholder’s Equity
$ millions
TSX stock prices are quoted in Cdn$
$24.19
$25.87
$25.57
$25.91
Quarterly Stock Price (TSX:CXI)
$69.3
$79.2
$58.0
$79.4
2022
2023
2021
2024
Q1
(Ended 1/31/2024)
Q2
(Ended 4/30/2024)
Q3
(Ended 7/31/2024)
Q4
(Ended 10/31/2024)
2021
2022
2024
2023
$103.0
2021
$125.5
2022
$131.2
2024
$132.0
2023
Reported
decreased by 30% YoY
$13.4
Adjusted1
increased by 3% YoY
$19.7
EBITDA
$ Millions
Reported
decreased by 76% YoY
$2.5
Adjusted1
remained flat YoY
$10.2
Net Income
$ Millions
Reported
decreased by 75% YoY
$0.38
Adjusted1
increased by 3% YoY
$1.56
Diluted EPS
Earnings Per Share
Reported
decreased by 77% YoY
3%
Adjusted1
decreased by 15% YoY
12%
Return on Equity
%
2024 Performance Metrics
1 These are non-GAAP measures based on management-determined non-recurring items. For further information, refer to the key performance and non-
GAAP financial measures, including a full reconciliation, refer to the key performance and non-GAAP financial measures section on page 27 in the MD&A.
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Randolph W. Pinna
President and Chief Executive Officer
Dear CXI Shareholders, Clients, Employees, and Friends, I
am pleased to present the progress and achievements of
Currency Exchange International, Corp. for our year ended
October 31, 2024.
CXI’s Group revenue grew over the prior year, allowing us to keep
our balance sheet strong while continuing to focus on growth and
operational efficiencies through automation and integrations. There
were non-recurring items that materially impacted the Group’s
consolidated financial results for the 2024 fiscal year. It remains
clear that the Group’s business model is very strong in the US as it
is diverse, with the continuous growth in CXI’s payments business
complemented by its successfully growing banknotes business. The
banknotes business consists of a model for financial institutions and
a direct-to-consumer (DTC) model operating through online, agent,
and physical branch locations. CXI’s management team and I remain
committed to executing our strategic plan, which is focused on the
return on capital for our shareholders. Our Group is confident we will
continue to grow and become the leader in the supply of banknotes
and international payments through continued customer growth
while improving operations using new technologies and developing
product enhancements.
Strength in Comprehensive Solutions
CXI has been providing foreign currency services since 2007, starting
with seven company-owned branches with a core focus on delivering
the best experience possible to our customers. Over the past 17
years, we have been led by an innovative spirit developing best-in-
class proprietary technology and expanding the business to become
the leader in comprehensive international services for financial
institutions, companies, and travelers.
This year, our business units continued to feel the impact of
macroeconomic volatility. Despite geopolitical and economic
challenges, CXI has maintained a clear strategic vision for growth,
diversifying our product lines through innovative foreign exchange
solutions. This approach has enabled the Group to capture more
market share across our business units and build a loyal customer
base. In fiscal year 2024, CXI demonstrated progress in both our
banknotes and payments businesses, generating $85.2 million in
total revenue, up from $82 million in 2023. This $3.2 million increase
represents a 4% year-over-year growth.
For the first time, CXI has achieved higher revenue growth from its
payments product line than from its banknote business line, with a $1.7
million year-over-year increase in revenue compared to a $1.6 million
increase in our banknotes product line. However, this revenue growth
was accompanied by a corresponding rise in operating expenses,
including one-time costs. The increased operating expenses were
due to strategic investments in initiatives, software infrastructure,
and human resources. These investments support CXI’s long-term
growth objectives and create a more efficient operating environment.
CXI’s payments business has two core models: servicing financial
institutions in the US and Exchange Bank of Canada (EBC) servicing
businesses in Canada. In fiscal year 2024, the payments business
generated $16.0 million in revenue, up from $14.3 million in 2023, a
12% increase. CXI led this growth, generating a $2.5 million, or 32%
increase in its revenue contribution, as we brought on more financial
institution customers through our banking integration channel
partners. EBC’s corporate payments line partially offset the increase
with a decline of $0.8 million, or 13% in revenue.
CXI’s payments business growth directly resulted from our investments
in banking integrations that financial institutions rely on to streamline
payment services. Bringing banking system integrations online has
opened previously inaccessible opportunities for the Company and
made it easier for clients to switch to CXI. With the barrier to facilitating
payment services for financial institutions on these bank platforms
eliminated, CXI expanded our business with existing clients, adding
another product line, and onboarding new clients. CXI’s success with
financial institutions and banking platforms has been noticed and has
opened the doors with additional channel partners for CXI to integrate
with in the future. CXI’s “One Provider. One Platform.” strategic priority
also benefits operationally from our system integrations as the
integrations enable more advanced features and higher processing
speeds, all with less manual intervention.
Targeted Growth in International Travel Service Points
With US outbound travel surpassing 2019’s travel peak in 2024,
international travel trade groups have predicted that both inbound
and outbound US international travel will grow next year, though at
more modest rates. Some of the most popular destinations continue
to be Europe, Mexico, and Japan. The slower anticipated growth
in travel highlights the need to capture more of the traveler market
Message from the CEO
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Message from the CEO
through CXI’s service points and support demand generation around
cash being an essential part of travel. CXI is committed to expanding
the currency exchange service points for these travelers through our
retail, online, and wholesale network.
In fiscal year 2024, CXI’s banknote business generated $69.2 million
in revenue, up from $67.6 million in 2023, a 2% increase. The DTC
banknote business contributed $1.4 million, or 5% growth, of the $1.6
million increase in 2024 compared to the previous year. Revenue from
DTC banknotes represented 34% of the total revenue in current and
prior years.
CXI opened two new company-owned branch locations and two new
agent airport locations in fiscal year 2024, resulting in 312 total DTC
locations, including 40 company-owned branch locations, 47 airport
agent locations, and 225 non-airport agent locations. CXI’s company-
owned locations are located in high-traffic shopping centers that
cater to tourists, while each year, millions of international travelers at
their ports of exit or entry see CXI’s branded airport agent locations.
CXI has no lease commitments or payroll for our agent locations.
The agent operators and locations are supported by CXI’s branding,
marketing, foreign currency inventory, transaction processing, CXIFX
platform, and compliance regime and oversight.
OnlineFX Home Delivery, CXI’s consumer e-commerce platform,
expanded services from 40 to 44 states across the US in 2024
enabling CXI access to 95% of the US population. The platform has
received an overwhelmingly positive response from consumers, with
90% of our users saying they would recommend it to a friend. As a
part of our growth strategy, the OnlineFX platform has integrated with
marketing automation and digital advertising platforms, allowing
robust customer lifecycle campaigns. CXI’s enhanced data streams
have also enabled attribution and audience targeting, ensuring our
advertising spend generates the targeted return on investment to
scale the business further.
EBC’s Strategic Review
On January 7, 2025, CXI announced the formation of a Special
Committee of independent directors to consider a range of strategic
options for our wholly-owned subsidiary, EBC, a federally chartered,
non-deposit-taking Canadian Schedule I bank. The strategic review
explored and considered several opportunities to maximize long-
term value for shareholders and focus the Group’s resources on our
profitable US operations.
At the time of this report’s printing, CXI has decided to discontinue
EBC’s operations and apply to the Finance Minister to discontinue
EBC from the Bank Act so CXI can fully exit Canada, ideally in 2025.
Referral agreements are being sought to allow for a smooth transition
of customers and selected employees to the new vendors for the
existing EBC customers in Canada. Refer to CXI’s February 18, 2025
press release for more details.
Strong Leadership in Place
CXI has invested in automation, new systems, and quality people
because we are committed to a robust corporate infrastructure
across the organization. Our focus has led to enhanced business
insights and a deeper understanding of our clients and marketplace.
These investments have also enabled more agile decision-making,
which is benefiting all the business units and support teams.
Our process improvement team has significantly enhanced its impact
across the organization through internal business automation and
data democratization. These efforts have proven to be powerful
enablement tools for our Managing Directors and their teams. The
roles of Managing Directors promote direct accountability for each
business unit, which are guided by strong leaders. This strategy aims
to improve performance, streamline decision-making for greater
flexibility, and support the growth of our teams.
CXI will continue to invest in our essential compliance and anti-money
laundering programs through personnel and technology. These
investments may not always be noticeable, but they are necessary
to fulfill the changing regulatory and business requirements of today
and the future. While we have invested in people and technology, we
are also focusing on finding ways to reduce operating expenses. We
made progress adjusting prices to account for the impact of inflation
in postage and shipping.
Positioned for Continued Growth
I am pleased with the past year’s accomplishments, which included
the difficult decision to consider exiting Canada. CXI stayed focused
on innovation, customer experience, and the sustainable growth of
revenues and profits. Through our strategic priorities, CXI is uniquely
positioned to achieve even greater diversified growth. Our board of
directors and executive team are confident in our plan and the team’s
ability to execute it.
I extend my gratitude and thanks to our team of nearly 400 employees
across the US and Canada who embody our core values in all the work
we do, as well as to our loyal customers, shareholders, and friends
for their continued support of Currency Exchange International. As
always, I remain available for feedback and to discuss our Group and
its business with you personally.
Randolph W. Pinna
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Strategic Priorities
Expanding Payment Services and Integrations to US Financial
Institutions
CXI has established itself as a leading provider of FX services, including payments
and wire processing solutions, supporting over 4,000 financial institutions across
the US. Driven by a commitment to innovation and operational efficiency, CXI enables
financial institutions to streamline operations through its One Provider, One Platform
model. This advanced, web-based solution seamlessly integrates both international
and domestic wire processes, covering everything from account information entry
to compliance, fraud detection, and reporting. By eliminating redundancies and
enhancing workflow precision, CXI’s unified platform delivers unmatched reliability.
CXI has doubled its processing volumes and revenues over the past three years
and achieved 30% growth in 2024. The company continues to invest strategically
in banking system integrations to enhance wire processing for banks and credit
unions. Through partnerships with major platforms such as Fiserv, Jack Henry, FIS,
Finastra, Q2, Verafin, and Corelation, CXI offers an end-to-end automated solution
that connects core banking, wire applications, digital banking, and fraud systems.
CXI excels in international wire processing through its correspondent and SWIFT
channels and provides automation throughout the entire wire processing lifecycle.
With these ongoing advancements and strategic investments, CXI is well-positioned to
expand its rapidly growing portfolio in the coming years. Financial institutions leverage
CXI’s expertise to enhance operational efficiency and offer a comprehensive suite of
international services. Customers benefit from competitive exchange rates, cutting-edge
technology, and unparalleled customer service, all backed by CXI’s extensive FX market
experience, enabling institutions to expand their global financial reach with ease.
Expand FX with US Banks
and Credit Unions
4,000+
30%
Focused Corporate Payments Reorganization
EBC’s corporate payments business grew in the number of active customers but saw a
decline in the volume of payments processed and revenue generated. An active customer
is one who transacted with EBC during the fiscal year. In the second half of the fiscal year,
EBC reorganized its sales team to focus on its most valuable customers. This contributed
to a recovery in its margin per payment and corporate payments revenue, including a 19%
revenue increase in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 compared to the previous year.
Diversifying Payment Acquisition Channels
EBC successfully launched an integration with a fintech that operates an accounting
management platform for businesses. The integration created a new customer acquisition
channel for EBC. Through the integration approved customers can send FX payments
directly on the accounting platform, with the payments seamlessly routed through EBC
for straight-through processing. EBC built channel strategies that leverage integrations
with banking platforms and corporate payment systems. The payment flows generated
from these integrations are scaled without hiring additional staff, creating a strong cross-
selling value proposition.
19%
1,000+
Build Scale in Corporate
International Payments
Increase in Corporate
Payments Processed
FInancial Institutions
Supported
Increase in Revenue
in 2024
Active Corporate Payment
Customers
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Strategic Priorities
Delivering Unmatched Convenience and Security to Consumers
Today’s international travelers prioritize a currency exchange solution that
offers
both
convenience
and
security.
CXI’s
direct-to-consumer
strategy
embraces an omnichannel approach, meeting travelers wherever they are and
delivering an exceptional experience that turns customers into loyal advocates.
In fiscal year 2024, CXI expanded its footprint by opening company-owned branches serving
the Boston, Massachusetts, and Atlanta, Georgia metro areas and two new agent locations
at major airports. CXI’s extensive agent network, featuring exchange locations at key US
entry points and partnerships with renowned travel brands like AAA, ensures travelers
have easy access to its services. Additionally, CXI’s e-commerce platform, OnlineFX, has
grown to operate in 44 states and the District of Columbia, further enhancing its reach.
CXI’s investment in digital infrastructure has positioned OnlineFX as a steady growth
driver. Travelers can conveniently order currency for home delivery or branch pickup
through the website. The platform enables CXI to build lifecycle marketing campaigns
with users via its marketing automation system, deploying personalized digital tools
that improve lead generation and customer lifetime value. CXI continues to scale
customer awareness of OnlineFX across the US, yielding a strong return on ad spend.
Company-owned branches have also realized the benefits of digital enhancements,
including customer generation touchpoints, leading to more than 60% of branch
reservations occurring through OnlineFX. Additionally, the infrastructure improvements
enabled reducing costs, boosting sales, and managing the branch’s online reputation
effectively through reporting dashboards and platform connectivity. These efforts have led
to a year-over-year increase in same-store exchange volumes. Similarly, the agent network
continues to grow, with recent locations maturing and contributing to higher volumes.
CXI will continue to tap into the growing number of travel advocates and amplify the
message that cash is essential for international travel to expand its customer base.
Maximize Direct-to-
Consumer Offering
New Branches
(Airport & Company-Owned)
4
US Adult Travel Population
Eligible for OnlineFX
94%
All Others
CXI Unique Number of Transactions by Product Line
500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2023
2024
1,181,572
1,752,241
1,969,925
Total
Company-Owned Branches
Financial Institutions
Banknotes
-
Agents
50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
2022
2023
2024
136,538
152,869
182,378
Total
Financial Institutions
Payments
-
Corporate Clients
Unique transactions by product line and delivery channel
2024 vs 2019
US Outbound
Travel to the World
108%
2022
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
For the Three-Month Periods and
Years Ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Scope of Analysis
This Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) covers the results of operations and the financial condition of Currency
Exchange International, Corp. (CXI, the Group, or the Company) and its subsidiaries for the three-month periods and years
ended October 31, 2024 and 2023, including the notes thereto. This document is intended to assist the readers with better
understanding and assessing operations and the financial results of the Company.
This MD&A was prepared as of January 22, 2025 and should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial
statements of the Company for the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023, and the notes thereto. A detailed summary of
the Company's material accounting policies is included in Note 2 of the Company's audited consolidated financial
statements. The functional currency of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiary eZforex.com, Inc. (eZforex) is the U.S.
Dollar. The functional currency of the Company’s wholly owned Canadian subsidiary, Exchange Bank of Canada (EBC or the
Bank), is the Canadian Dollar. The Company’s presentation currency is the U.S. Dollar. Unless otherwise noted, all references
to currency in this MD&A refer to U.S. Dollars. The audited consolidated financial statements and the MD&A have been
reviewed by the Company’s audit committee and approved by its board of directors.
Certain financial metrics included in this document do not have standardized meanings under generally accepted accounting
principles (GAAP), which are based on the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Accounting Standards as
issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IFRS Accounting Standards). These financial metrics are referred
to as non-GAAP or adjusted financial results. The Company uses both reported financial results and adjusted financial
results to measure its performance. These non-GAAP financial results, metrics, and ratios may not be comparable to similar
metrics used by other companies. For further information, refer to key performance and non-GAAP financial measures
section in this document.
In this document “Company,” and "CXI" refer to Currency Exchange International, Corp. collectively with its wholly owned
subsidiaries, eZforex and EBC.
Additional Information
Additional information relating to the Company, including annual financial statements, and the Company’s annual information
form, is available on the Company’s SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca and on the Company’s website at www.cxifx.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This MD&A contains certain “forward-looking information” as defined in applicable securities laws. These statements relate
to future events or the Company’s future performance. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-
looking information. Often, but not always, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”,
“expects”, “budgeted”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “continues”, “forecasts”, “projects”, “predicts”, “intends”, “anticipates” or
“believes”, variations or the negatives of such words and phrases, or state that certain actions, events, or results “may”,
“could”, “would”, “should”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur, or be achieved. The forward-looking information in this MD&A is
based on the date of this MD&A or based on the date(s) specified in such statements. The following table outlines certain
significant forward-looking information contained in this MD&A and provides the material assumptions used to develop such
forward-looking information and material risk factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-
looking information.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Forward-looking Information
Assumptions
Risk factors
Sensitivity analyses relating to
foreign currencies and interest
rates.
All factors other than the variable in question remain
unchanged; CXI’s entire unhedged balance of foreign
currency holdings is affected uniformly by changes
in exchange rates; CXI’s interest-bearing instruments
and obligations were constant during the period.
Fluctuations of exchange rates and
interest rates.
Inherent in the forward-looking information are risks, uncertainties, and other factors beyond the Company’s ability to predict
or control. Please refer to the Financial Risk Factors section below. Readers are cautioned that the above table does not
contain an exhaustive list of the factors or assumptions that may affect the forward-looking information in this MD&A, and
the assumptions underlying such statements may prove to be incorrect. Actual results and developments are likely to differ,
and may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking information contained in this MD&A.
Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause the
Company’s actual results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from any of its future results,
performance, or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information. All forward-looking information
herein is qualified by this cautionary statement. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking
information. The Company undertakes no obligation to update publicly or otherwise revise any forward-looking information,
whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as may be required by applicable securities laws.
If the Company does update any forward-looking information, no inference should be drawn that it will make additional
updates with respect to that or other forward-looking information, unless required by applicable securities laws.
Overview
The Company is a publicly traded company (TSX: CXI; OTC: CURN) with its head office in Orlando, Florida, and is a reporting issuer
in the provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario. It specializes in providing currency exchange and related products to
financial institutions, money service businesses, travel companies, other commercial and retail clients through its proprietary
software platform, company-owned branches and vaults, and inventory on consignment locations throughout the United States
and in Canada, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Exchange Bank of Canada. EBC, located in Toronto, Ontario, is a non-deposit-
taking, non-lending Schedule 1 Canadian bank that participates in the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s (FRBNY) Foreign Bank
International Cash Services (FBICS) program, a competitive advantage in the Canadian and global markets for the trade of U.S.
Dollar banknotes. At October 31, 2024, the Company had 390 employees, 92 of which were employed on a part-time basis.
The Company has developed CXIFX, its proprietary, customizable, web-based software, as an integral part of its business
and believes that it represents an important competitive advantage. CXIFX is also an online compliance and risk
management tool that integrates with core bank processing platforms to allow a seamless transaction experience. This
includes an OnlineFX platform that allows it to market foreign exchange products directly to consumers that operate in 43
states and the District of Columbia. The trade secrets associated with CXIFX are protected via copyright, restricted access
to both the software and its source code, and secure maintenance of source code by a team of software engineers employed
by the Company.
Background
The Company has the following revenue streams which it reports in its financial documents as commissions or fees revenue:
i.
Commissions revenue comprises the difference (spread) between the cost and selling price of foreign currency products,
including banknotes, wire payments, cheque collections and draft issuances (foreign currency margin), together with the net
(realized or unrealized) gain or loss from foreign currency forward contracts with customers, and the commissions paid on the
sale and purchase of currencies. The amount of this spread is based on competitive conditions and the convenience, and value-
added services offered.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Fees revenue primarily comprises the following:
i.
Transaction fees generated from financial institution clients, at the Company’s branch locations, via OnlineFX transactions and
through inventory on consignment locations from foreign currency (banknote) exchange, and currency price protection; and
ii.
Fees collected on foreign-denominated wire transfers, drafts, and cheque-clearing transactions.
The following are some of the characteristics of the Company’s revenue streams:
The Company has recently opened a new vault in Louisville, Kentucky, which provides the Company’s banknotes operations
with another strategic location for logistics and shipment deliveries and provides improved resilience and operational
efficiency for its branch network. With the addition of the Louisville vault, the Company now operates a total of six vaults
serving its operations in both Canada and the United States. In the United States, the vaults act as distribution centers for
the Company’s branch network as well as order fulfillment centers for its customers including financial institutions, money-
service businesses and other corporate clients. Revenue generated from vaults has greater scale as the Company maintains
a sales force to increase its geographic customer base. Exchange rate margins vary from customer to customer and are
dependent on criteria such as exchange volumes and customer setup. Onboarding of new clients, specifically banking
clients, normally requires an upfront investment, such as training, and currency signage, as well as additional one-time
shipping costs to distribute start-up materials. Normally the Company also absorbs information technology costs to
customize the CXIFX software for specific client use during the customer implementation phase. There are two common
customer setups:
i.
Centralized setup - for customers with a high volume of foreign currency exchange who maintain and manage their own inventory
in central vault facilities. The Company offers bulk wholesale banknote trading. Trades of this nature are generally executed at
lower margins, as the cost per transaction is low and the average value is high. The customer implementation phase is normally
shorter, and the costs of onboarding clients are low; and
ii.
Decentralized setup - many customers have determined that it is advantageous to avoid a currency inventory and allow their
locations to buy and sell directly from CXI. Transactions in a decentralized setup typically are executed at a higher margin, as
the average transaction is low and the cost to fulfill each trade is higher than that of a centralized setup. Several of the Company's
financial institutions outsource their currency needs in return for a commission, based upon exchange volume. When a customer
outsources their currency needs, the Company is granted access to the entire branch network, thus, immediately increasing its
geographic footprint and expanding its customer base. The customer implementation phase is normally longer in a decentralized
setup and the cost of client onboarding is higher as these clients normally require additional training and support.
CXI and EBC maintain inventory in the form of domestic and foreign banknotes in financial institutions and other high-traffic
locations. These locations can be very profitable as there are no occupancy costs or payroll. Foreign exchange currency is
placed in these locations on a consignment basis. On October 31, 2024, the Company had inventory on consignment in 1,192
locations, primarily located inside financial institutions across the United States and Canada. To encourage inventory
turnover, the Company offers commission as a percentage on volumes generated by these locations. The Company uses
several measures to monitor the performance of its business and reviews these measures on a regular basis to ensure they
are meaningful and align with the growing business. In the prior years, the Company presented wholesale customer
relationships and the number of transacting locations as two of the main business measures. Upon reviewing these metrics
during the current year, the Company has updated those measures into the number of unique transactions executed.
Management has categorized these transactions by product line and delivery channels.
The table below lists the number of transactions in the current fiscal year and the past two years:
Banknotes
Payments
Fiscal
year
Company-owned
branches
Agents
Financial
institutions
All others
Total
Financial
institutions
Corporate
clients
Total
2022
321,235
266,105
507,505
86,727
1,181,572
119,511
17,027
136,538
2023
426,296
456,327
763,489
106,129
1,752,241
132,224
20,645
152,869
2024
442,332
481,008
870,038
176,547
1,969,925
157,810
24,568
182,378
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
The Company’s strategy includes an omni-channel, direct-to-consumer approach that allows it to build its brand as a premier
provider of foreign currencies in the United States. This includes operating a number of company-owned branch locations
that are located in typically high-traffic areas in key tourism markets across the United States, staffed by CXI employees.
These locations hold domestic and foreign currencies to buy and sell on demand. The currency exchange margins associated
with the transactions occurring at these locations are generally higher in order to recapture the costs of deployed capital in
the form of domestic and foreign currencies, rent, payroll, and other general and administrative costs. Company-owned
branch locations generate a significant amount of revenue from the exchange of foreign currency, whereas CXI is generally a
net seller of currencies to its bank and non-bank clients. Excess currency collected via the branch network can be redeployed
to financial institutions and non-bank clients, which reduces the need to source currency through wholesale sources at a
greater cost, thus increasing currency margins.
As of October 31, 2024, the Company had 40 company-owned branch locations across the United States, as outlined below:
Locations
City
State
Opened
Locations
City
State
Opened
Florida Mall
Orlando
FL
2007
Apple Bank – Upper East Side
New York
NY
2014
Ontario Mills Mall
Ontario
CA
2007
Cherry Creek
Denver
CO
2014
Potomac Mills Mall
Woodbridge
VA
2007
Citadel Outlets
Los Angeles
CA
2014
Sawgrass Mills Mall
Sunrise
FL
2007
Tyson’s Corner Center
Tyson’s Corner
VA
2014
Aventura Mall
Aventura
FL
2008
Garden State Plaza
Paramus
NJ
2015
Copley Place Mall
Boston
MA
2009
Mission Valley
San Diego
CA
2015
Dadeland Mall
Miami
FL
2009
The Orlando Eye (Icon Park)
Orlando
FL
2015
Dolphin Mall
Miami
FL
2009
International Market Place
Honolulu
HI
2016
MacArthur Mall
Norfolk
VA
2009
North County
Escondido
CA
2017
Apple Bank – Avenue of Americas
New York
NY
2011
Alderwood Mall
Lynnwood
WA
2019
Apple Bank – Grand Central
New York
NY
2011
Pearl Ridge
Aiea
HI
2019
San Francisco City Center
San Francisco
CA
2011
South Coast Plaza
Costa Mesa
CA
2020
San Jose Great Mall
San Jose
CA
2011
Stanford Shopping Center
Palo Alto
CA
2022
Arundel Mills Mall
Hanover
MD
2012
Century City Mall
Los Angeles
CA
2022
Santa Monica Place
Santa Monica
CA
2012
Town Center at Boca Raton
Boca Raton
FL
2022
SouthCenter
Tukwila
WA
2012
Jersey Gardens
New Jersey
NJ
2023
Apple Bank – Penn Station
New York
NY
2013
King of Prussia Mall
Pennsylvania
PA
2023
Mainplace at Santa Ana
Santa Ana
CA
2013
Orlando International Airport
Orlando
FL
2023
Montgomery at Bethesda
Bethesda
MD
2013
Burlington Mall
Burlington
MA
2024
Shops at Northbridge
Chicago
IL
2013
Lenox Square
Atlanta
GA
2024
The Company has focused on growing its retail presence in the United States through agent locations with operators that
bear the responsibility for the fixed costs, including lease commitments and other obligations associated with physical
stores. In exchange for exclusive rights to supply and purchase foreign currencies to these agents, CXI consigns inventory
to each location and licenses the right to use its name, thereby increasing its brand exposure. All agents are required to
meet all of CXI’s compliance and operational requirements under their agency agreements. CXI differentiates its agents
between airport and non-airport locations, as airports have unique requirements. Through these relationships, CXI maintains
a presence at some of the busiest airports in the United States for international traffic, including those in Charlotte, Chicago,
Fort Lauderdale, Minneapolis, Newark, New York, Pittsburgh, Portland, Raleigh-Durham, and Philadelphia. CXI also has
agency relationships with Duty Free Americas, which includes 29 locations at the busiest ports of entry across the border
between the United States and Canada, and with the American Automobile Association, which includes more than 200
locations across 15 states. The Company continuously monitors the performance of its agent locations and, as necessary,
may discontinue relationships and/or close locations when volumes or revenues do not meet targets.
CXI launched its proprietary OnlineFX platform in 2020 to extend its reach to American consumers outside of its branch and
agent network. The platform allows consumers to purchase foreign currency banknotes easily and securely, prior to their
international travel. The platform enables consumers to buy more than 90 foreign currencies with direct shipment to their
homes or for pick up at one of the Company’s branches across the United States. OnlineFX is a core strategic initiative and
adoption rates for online purchases are expected to continue to grow.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
The following table lists the number of retail locations by category and the number of states/district in which the Company’s
OnlineFX platform operated as of October 31, 2024, and at the end of each of the five preceding fiscal years:
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Company-owned branch locations
46
35
35
37
38
40
Airport agent locations
-
7
18
23
45
47
Non-airport agent locations
38
47
62
161
235
225
States/district in which OnlineFX operates
-
22
31
38
40
44
The Company’s largest asset is cash. The cash position consists of local currency banknotes, both in United States and
Canadian Dollars, and foreign currency banknotes held at the Company’s vaults, branch locations, consignment locations,
or in transit between Company locations, as well as minimum cash balances in bank accounts to facilitate currency
transactions at various financial institution clients. The Company also has traditional bank deposits to support its ongoing
operations.
Accounts receivable and payable balances relate primarily to bulk wholesale transactions that are awaiting collection and
settlement. The credit risk associated with accounts receivable is limited, as the Company’s accounts receivable consist primarily
of bulk currency trades with a settlement cycle of 24 to 48 hours. The counterparty risk is generally low, as the majority of the
Company’s accounts receivable reside with financial institutions and money service business customers. The Company has
longstanding relationships with most of its customers and has a strong repayment history.
Selected Financial Data
The following table summarizes the performance of the Company over the last eight fiscal quarters*:
Reported Results
Adjusted Results based on
non-recurring items **
Three-month
period ended
Revenue
Net
operating
income
Net (loss)
income
Earnings/
(loss) per
share
(diluted)
Total assets
Total equity
Adjusted
Net income
Adjusted
Earnings per
share
(diluted)
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
10/31/2024
23,049,079
2,871,128
(2,817,897)
(0.45)
131,161,584
79,392,355
2,780,4451
0.42
7/31/2024
23,993,252
6,747,390
3,935,350
0.59
163,224,374
83,103,393
4,644,9842
0.69
4/30/2024
20,095,168
3,818,275
506,522
0.08
159,910,390
79,940,478
1,936,3753
0.29
1/31/2024
18,106,918
2,247,267
849,874
0.13
133,780,438
80,520,993
849,874
0.13
10/31/2023
22,786,072
5,818,667
2,303,822
0.34
132,049,444
79,232,981
2,303,822
0.34
7/31/2023
23,587,589
6,438,354
4,056,478
0.60
129,643,409
77,590,126
4,056,478
0.60
4/30/2023
18,694,919
3,743,069
2,243,708
0.33
134,697,253
73,104,851
2,243,708
0.33
1/31/2023
16,886,189
2,734,159
1,589,499
0.24
133,072,968
71,448,732
1,589,499
0.24
*Certain historical numbers in this table have been restated to conform with the numbers presented in the current period’s financial statements.
**These are non-GAAP financial metrics. For further details, refer to the key performance and non-GAAP financial measures section on page 27.
1The adjusted net income difference ($5,598,342) collectively reflects the impairment loss, regulatory compliance charges and non-recurring tax items in the fourth quarter.
2The adjusted net income difference ($709,634) reflects the regulatory compliance charges estimated in the third quarter.
3The adjusted net income difference ($1,429,853) reflects EBC’s deferred tax asset adjustment in the second quarter.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
While seasonality is generally not a consideration for the Payments product line, it has an impact on the Banknotes product
line at the time when foreign currencies are in greater or lower demand. In a normal operating year, there is seasonality to
the Company’s operations with higher revenue generally from March through September and lower revenue from October
through February. Periods with higher revenue coincide with peak tourism seasons in North America when there are generally
more travelers entering and leaving the United States and Canada.
The Company developed a strategy of consolidation and diversification to mitigate the risk of financial losses associated
with significant volatility in the domestic consumer driven banknote market. The strategy has five pillars, as follows:
i.
Increase market penetration in the Direct-to-Consumer business in the United States by leveraging the agency model, OnlineFX
platform and driving revenue growth at company-owned branches;
ii.
Increase its banknote market penetration of the financial institution sector in the United States through its “One Provider, One
Platform” multi-product approach through integration of its proprietary software system with the leading core processing
platforms for banks;
iii.
Increase its penetration in the global trade of banknotes by leveraging Exchange Bank of Canada’s participation in the Federal
Reserve Bank of New York’s (FRBNY) Foreign Bank International Cash Services program (FBICS);
iv.
Develop scale in global payments for small and medium enterprises in Canada and the United States by leveraging system
integration advantage; and
v.
Optimize infrastructure to support significant growth in transactional volumes and a matrix organizational structure.
The Company reviews the strategy annually and monitors its execution against key performance indicators quarterly. The
diversification strategy has been a significant factor in the Company’s resilience and considers geopolitical and
macroeconomic factors that influence consumer demand for travel.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Summary of the results of operations for the three-month periods ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2024
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2023
Change
Change
$
$
$
%
Revenue
23,049,079
22,786,072
263,007
1%
Operating expenses
20,177,951
16,967,405
3,210,546
19%
Net operating income
2,871,128
5,818,667
(2,947,539)
-51%
Other income, net
104,819
124,699
(19,880)
-16%
Impairment charges
(2,690,425)
-
(2,690,425)
100%
EBITDA*
285,522
5,943,366
(5,657,844)
-95%
Net (loss) income
(2,817,897)
2,303,822
(5,121,719)
>-100%
Basic (loss) earnings per share
(0.45)
0.36
(0.81)
>-100%
Diluted (loss) earnings per share
(0.45)
0.34
(0.79)
>-100%
Adjusted EBITDA**
5,898,541
5,943,366
(44,825)
-0.1%
Adjusted net income**
2,780,445
2,303,822
476,623
21%
Adjusted basic earnings per share**
0.44
0.36
0.08
22%
Adjusted diluted earnings per share**
0.42
0.34
0.08
24%
*Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA)
**These are non-GAAP financial metrics. For further details, refer to the key performance and non-GAAP financial measures section on page 27.
The Company generated revenue of $23,049,079 for the three-month period ended October 31, 2024, a 1% increase from the
same period in the prior year. The revenue change over the comparable period was largely driven by a growth in the Payments
and the Direct-to-Consumer Banknotes, in particular via the OnlineFX platform in the United States.
Compared to the third quarter of 2024, revenue decreased by $944,173 or 4%, as demand for foreign currency decreased
consistently with the seasonality and the Company’s cyclical pattern (this quarterly decline is in line with the same periods
last year, when revenue decreased in the fourth quarter by $801,517 or 4%). The top five currencies by revenue in the current
quarter were the U.S. Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), Canadian Dollar (CAD), British Pound Sterling (GBP), and Mexican Peso (MXN)
compared to the U.S. Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), Canadian Dollar (CAD), Mexican Peso (MXN), and British Pound Sterling (GBP)
in the prior period’s quarter.
The 1% growth in revenue was primarily due to growth in the Payments product line of $704,081, followed by growth in the
Direct-to-Consumer business of $219,181, partially offset by a decline in Wholesale Banknotes by $660,255. Revenue in
Canada increased by $548,137, or 14% over last year, while in the United States it declined by $285,130, or 2%. Operating
expenses increased by $3,210,547, or 19% as it was impacted by a number of non-recurring items at year-end as illustrated
further below. The Company reported net operating income of $2,871,128 in the current quarter, 51% lower than the same
period in the prior year. Overall, the Company reported a net loss of $2,817,897 for the current quarter, compared to net
income of $2,303,822 for the same period last year, primarily due to non-recurring year-end adjustments. For further details,
refer to the key performance and non-GAAP financial measures section on page 27.
The Company uses a combination of both reported results and adjusted results based on certain non-GAAP financial
measures metrics to measure its performance, as illustrated in the beginning of this document. The Company believes that
adjusted results offer a more consistent method for comparing performance across different periods. From a non-GAAP
financial metrics perspective, adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA margin percentage for the current period were
$5,898,539 and 26% compared to $5,943,366 and 26%, indicating a flat EBITDA over the prior period.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Adjusted net income grew by $476,624 or 21% compared to the same period last year, being $2,780,446 for the current
quarter; comprised of an adjusted net income of $3,353,492 for the United States and an adjusted net loss in Canada of
$573,046. This compares to an adjusted net income of $2,303,822 for the prior period; which comprised of adjusted net
income of $3,550,118 in the United States and an adjusted net loss of $1,246,296 in Canada. For further details about the
non-GAAP metrics, including a reconciliation, refer to the key performance and non-GAAP financial measures section below
on page 27.
The Company continued its progression along its three-year strategic plan in the three-month period ended October 31, 2024
that included the following highlights:
i.
Continued its growth in Direct-to-Consumer market through its network of company-owned locations, agent relationships and
in states where the Company operates its OnlineFX platform. During the fourth quarter of 2024, the Company added two new
company-owned locations in the states of Massachusetts and Georgia. The Company’s business trading volume in the fourth
quarter represented $123 million compared to $120 million in the same quarter last year;
ii.
Increased its banknote market penetration into the financial institution sector in the United States, and despite the decline in
volumes in the fourth quarter, the Company added 89 new clients in the fourth quarter. The Company’s banknote business
trading volume in the fourth quarter represented $1.88 billion compared to $2.06 billion in the same quarter last year;
iii.
Continued its transaction growth in the International Payments product line in both Canada and the United States. EBC initiated
trades with 59 new corporate clients, representing an active trading client base of 896 during the current quarter, compared
to 761 for the same quarter last year. The Company processed 38,146 payment transactions, representing $1.99 billion in
business trading volume in the fourth quarter, compared to 30,253 payment transactions on $1.44 billion of business trading
volume in the same quarter last year, primarily due to the year over year growth in the United States.
The Company remained well capitalized at $79.4 million and maintains a revolving line of credit to support working capital
needs in the amount of $40 million with its primary lender. This credit facility strengthens the Company’s liquidity position
during seasonal peaks and supports its strategic plan, refer to the Liquidity and Capital Resources section. The combination
of a strong capital base and adequate borrowing capacity provides sufficient liquidity for the Company to meet its growth
objectives. CXI is well positioned to support its strategic initiatives that include the organic and inorganic acquisition of new
clients in both the Banknotes and Payments product lines.
As of October 31, 2024
As of October 31, 2023
$
$
Total assets
131,161,584
132,049,444
Total long term financial liabilities
7,110,014
2,719,288
Total equity
79,392,355
79,232,981
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Revenue analysis for the three-month periods ended October 31, 2024 and 2023 by product line and geographic location
Revenue by Product Line
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2024
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2023
Change
Change
$
$
$
%
Banknotes
18,751,568
19,192,642
(441,074)
-2%
Payments
4,297,511
3,593,430
704,081
20%
Total
23,049,079
22,786,072
263,007
1%
Revenue by Product Line
Banknotes
Revenue in the Banknotes product line decreased by $441,074 or 2% in the three-month period ended October 31, 2024,
compared to the prior period. Despite the strong consumer demand for foreign currencies during the year, volumes in the
current quarter declined, nonetheless Direct-to-Consumer Banknotes volumes continued to grow as international travel
levels remained strong in the United States. Between August 2024 and October 2024, approximately 228 million travelers
passed through TSA check points in United States airports, 14 million, or 6% more compared to last year.
Direct-to-Consumer Banknotes revenue increased by $219,181, or 3%, as the Company continued to capitalize on its market
share through its diversified delivery channels that include the OnlineFX platform, company-owned branches and agent
relationships. Growth in the current quarter was primarily led by OnlineFX revenue. With the Company’s recent expansion,
the OnlineFX platform can service 44 states including the District of Columbia, now with four additional states compared to
the same time last year. Revenue in two of the active company-owned branches in Florida was slightly impacted by two
hurricanes in the fourth quarter which forced closure for several days. Nonetheless, the Company maintained revenue levels
via its third main channel, agent relationships, as these relationships continued to drive revenue growth from the increased
demand for travel currencies, in particular the Euro currency during the current quarter. Business trading volumes based on
Direct-to-Consumer Banknotes revenue was $123 million for the current three-month period compared to $120 million for
the prior period. Overall, Direct-to-Consumer Banknotes revenue remained a growing business with its diversified delivery
channels. For the company-owned branches, the Company has successfully opened two new locations in the States of
Massachusetts and Georgia during the current quarter and now operates a total of 40 company-owned branches throughout
the United States. Direct-to-Consumer revenue represented 34% of the total revenue in the current three-month period,
compared to 33% in the same period in 2023.
Wholesale Banknotes revenue decreased by $660,255, or 6%. Business trading volumes based on Wholesale Banknotes
revenue was $1.88 billion for the current three-month period compared to $2.06 billion for the prior period as a result of
81%
19%
Three-month period ended October 31, 2024
Banknotes
Payments
84%
16%
Three-month period ended October 31, 2023
Banknotes
Payments
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
reduced volumes from certain key customers in the United States whose volumes tend to be sporadic in nature, whereas
revenue from domestic and international financial institutions as well as money service businesses remained flat relative to
the prior period. In Canada, Wholesale Banknotes grew due to strong domestic demand despite being partially offset by a
decline in international revenue due to the declining volumes from existing clients and lower than expected volumes from
new customers. Overall, Wholesale Banknotes accounted for 47% of total revenue in the current three-month period,
compared to 51% for the same period last year.
Payments
Revenue in the Payments product line increased by $704,081, or 20% in the three-month period ended October 31, 2024,
compared to the prior period. In the United States, the Payments volumes increased significantly and led revenue to grow
by $441,644, or 20% in the current quarter, as well as in Canada which also had an increase of $262,437, or 19% compared
to the same period last year. Growth in the United States was primarily driven by the increased activity from existing financial
institution customers and the onboarding of new customers, a direct result of the Company’s continued investment in
integrations with core banking platforms. In Canada, the Corporate Payments revenue grew although volumes were slightly
lower than last year as the Company continued to add new customers, however, the primary driver for the increase in Canada
during the current quarter was the settlement timing differences on Payment contracts which resulted in net gains in the
current period. Business trading volumes based on Payments revenue for the Group were $1.99 billion for the current quarter
compared to $1.44 billion for the prior period. Payments revenue represents 19% of the total revenue in the current three-
month period, compared to 16% for the prior period.
Revenue by Geographic Location
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2024
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2023
Change
Change
$
$
$
%
United States
18,460,391
18,745,521
(285,130)
-2%
Canada
4,588,688
4,040,551
548,137
14%
Total
23,049,079
22,786,072
263,007
1%
80%
20%
Three-month period ended October 31, 2024
United States
Canada
82%
18%
Three-month period ended October 31, 2023
United States
Canada
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Revenue by Geographic Location
United States
Revenue in the United States remained around the same level compared to last year with a slight decline in the current
quarter; despite growth in Payments and Direct-to-Consumer Banknotes, there were volume-driven declines from certain key
customers in Wholesale Banknotes. As outlined above, the Payments growth of $441,644, or 20%, in the United States was
primarily driven by a significant increase in volumes within the Unites States as a result of new customer acquisitions and
increased activity with existing financial institution customers. For Banknotes, Direct-to-Consumer remained strong and had
growth of $219,181 or 2% as consumer demand for foreign currencies continued to strengthen, in particular by domestic
and international financial institutions as well as money service businesses, in addition to increased volumes through the
Company’s OnlineFX platform due to the increased market share expanding the network to include two new states during
the third quarter of this year. Yet, the decline in Wholesale Banknotes of $945,955, or 11%, was partially offset by growth
achieved in the other businesses. For the current quarter, overall revenue in the United States has declined compared to the
prior period by $285,130, or 2% and it accounted for 80% of total revenue by geographic location in the current quarter,
compared to 82% in the same period in 2023.
Canada
Revenue in Canada increased by 14% in the fourth quarter compared to the same period last year in both Payments and
Banknotes. In the Payments business, the primary driver for the revenue increase was settlement timing differences on
Payment contracts as outlined above. When excluding the impact of settlement timing differences, Payments revenue was
flat compared to the same period last year. In the Banknotes business, growth was driven by an increase in domestic revenue
from both financial institutions and money service businesses, as demand for travel currencies increased, in particular the
Euro and MXN currencies. This growth was partially offset by the decline in transactional volumes of international
customers. Overall, the Payments revenue in Canada increased by $262,437, or 19% and Banknotes revenue increased by
$285,700, or 11%. Revenue in Canada represented a 20% share of total revenue by geographic location in the current three-
month period, compared to 18% in the same period in 2023.
Operating Expenses
During the three-month period ended October 31, 2024, the Company’s operating expenses increased $3,210,547, or 19%
compared to the same period last year, due to certain year-end non-recurring items as described in the key performance and
non-GAAP financial measures section below. Variable costs within operating expenses, represented by postage and
shipping, bank fees, sales commissions and incentive compensation totaled $4,915,405 compared to $5,642,758 in the
three-month period ended October 31, 2023. The decline in variable costs was largely attributed to reduced management
incentive compensation and cost management strategies that reduced shipping costs, as outlined further below. The ratio
comparing total operating expenses to total revenue for the three-month period ended October 31, 2024 was 88% compared
to 74% for the three-month period ended October 31, 2023.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
The key components of operating expenses are presented in the table below, with commentary on some of the significant
variances.
Three-month
period ended
Three-month
period ended
Change
Change
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
$
%
Salaries and benefits
9,207,004
9,304,785
(97,781)
-1%
Postage and shipping
2,626,479
2,820,228
(193,749)
-7%
Legal and professional
1,936,395
949,052
987,343
>100%
Insurance, taxes and licensing
1,378,792
294,567
1,084,225
>100%
Losses and shortages
1,373,963
1,506,621
(132,658)
-9%
Information technology
986,777
826,245
160,532
19%
Bank service charges
857,218
646,391
210,827
33%
Rent
535,395
454,219
81,176
18%
Foreign exchange losses
379,236
6,666
372,570
>100%
Travel and entertainment
258,890
197,131
61,759
31%
Stock based compensation
206,462
(380,146)
586,608
>100%
Other general and administrative
431,340
341,646
89,694
26%
Operating expenses
20,177,951
16,967,405
3,210,546
19%
Legal and professional expenses increased primarily due to the costs of legal and advisory services associated with one-
time regulatory compliance services in the fourth quarter which amounted to $627,958 (refer to losses and shortages below).
Insurance, taxes and licensing increased due to a one-time, non-recurring tax estimate related to EBC’s Harmonized Sales
Tax (HST) for intercompany services exchanged with the parent Company (CXI) in the amount of $944,562. Refer to key
performance and non-GAAP financial measures section for additional details on page 27.
Losses and shortages typically represent shipments lost in transit that the Company self-insures in addition to several other
losses incurred in the normal course of business. In the prior period, the Company had a write off of non-recurring stale-
dated items, while during the current quarter the Company accrued the remainder of the regulatory compliance charges. The
Company had accrued an initial provision estimate of $613,187 in the third quarter before the final charges were confirmed
and then recognized the difference of $1,174,648 in the fourth quarter. Refer to key performance and non-GAAP financial
measures section on page 27.
Bank service charges reflect additional charges incurred to process wire transfers as a direct result from the growth in
Payments volumes especially in the United States.
Foreign exchange losses represent the net result after considering hedging and risk management strategies designed to
reduce the inherent risks in the Company’s exposure to foreign exchange, thereby minimizing volatility in earnings. The
Mexican Peso volatility was the largest contributor to net foreign exchange losses for the three-month period ended October
31, 2024. Refer to the Foreign Currency Risk section in this document.
Stock based compensation includes the non-cash amortization expense related to the vesting of issued and outstanding
stock options, Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) and Deferred Stock Unit (DSU) awards, adjusted for the liability revaluation of
RSU and DSU awards based on the stock price at the end of period. The increase from the prior period is primarily related to
the share price movement.
The increase in other general and administrative expenses is attributable to higher marketing costs and office supplies.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Other income and expenses are comprised of the following:
Three-month
period ended
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Impairment charges
2,690,425
-
Depreciation of right-of-use assets
544,161
456,562
Depreciation and amortization
512,931
398,478
Interest expense
216,513
173,401
Interest on lease liabilities
98,419
38,087
Interest revenue
(104,819)
(96,666)
Other income
-
(26,889)
Gain on sale of assets
-
(1,144)
Income tax expense
1,731,394
2,573,016
Total other expenses
5,689,024
3,514,845
Impairment charges represent impairment losses on Canada’s long-term assets of $2,627,038 and some of the Company-
owned branches of $63,387 as a result of the year-end impairment analysis. See Note 8 to the audited consolidated financial
statements for further details.
Depreciation of right-of-use assets increased in the current period compared to the same period last year was primarily due
to the opening of the new vault location in Louisville, Kentucky, in addition to annual increases in other right-of-use assets.
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment increased in the current period compared to the same period last
year due to an increase in internally developed software and leasehold improvements.
Interest expense increased in the current period compared to the same period last year as a result of a relative increase in
average borrowings utilized for funding short-term working capital needs. The average outstanding borrowings by the
Company amounted to $7,348,556 during the fourth quarter, compared to $7,014,979 during the same period last year. The
average interest rate on borrowing was 8.6% compared to 8.5% for the same period last year.
Interest revenue for the period was primarily from interest earned on interest bearing bank accounts in the normal course of
business.
Income tax expense for the current period is related to the United States Region. It primarily reflects the statutory tax rate,
adjusted for permanent items, R&D credits as well as other non-deductible differences. See Note 10 to the audited
consolidated financial statements for further details.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Summary of the results of operations for the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Year ended
October 31, 2024
Year ended
October 31, 2023
Change
Change
$
$
$
%
Revenue
85,244,417
81,954,769
3,289,648
4%
Operating expenses
69,560,357
63,220,520
6,339,837
10%
Net operating income
15,684,060
18,734,249
(3,050,189)
-16%
Other income, net
402,030
463,841
(61,811)
-13%
Impairment charges
(2,690,425)
-
(2,690,425)
100%
EBITDA*
13,395,665
19,198,090
(5,802,425)
-30%
Net income
2,473,849
10,193,507
(7,719,658)
-76%
Basic earnings per share
0.39
1.59
(1.20)
-75%
Diluted earnings per share
0.38
1.52
(1.14)
-75%
Adjusted EBITDA**
19,722,096
19,198,090
524,006
3%
Adjusted net income**
10,211,678
10,193,507
18,171
0%
Adjusted basic earnings per share**
1.62
1.59
0.03
2%
Adjusted diluted earnings per share**
1.56
1.52
0.04
3%
*Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA)
**These are non-GAAP financial metrics. For further details, refer to the key performance and non-GAAP financial measures section on page 27.
The Company generated revenue of $85,244,417 for the year ended October 31, 2024, a 4% increase from the prior year. The
revenue increase was primarily driven by strengthened international travel and new customer acquisition in the United States,
partially offset by a decline in trades with foreign financial institutions in Canada.
The 4% growth in Group revenue was due to growth in both Banknotes and Payments product lines. Payments grew by
$1,677,291, or 12%, Direct-to-Consumer Banknotes grew by $1,351,570 or 5% and Wholesale Banknotes had marginal growth
of $260,787 or 1%.
In the United States revenue increased by $4,346,701, or 7% over the prior year, while in Canada it declined by $1,057,053,
or 6%. Operating expenses increased, at a more accelerated level, by $6,339,837 or 10%, due to a number of non-recurring
year-end transactions that occurred during the current year as outlined below. The Company reported net operating income
of $15,684,060 for the year ended October 31, 2024, 16% lower than the prior year. The Company had net income of
$2,473,849 compared to $10,193,507 last year.
The Company uses a combination of both reported results and adjusted results based on certain non-GAAP financial metrics
to measure its performance, as illustrated in the beginning of this document. The Company believes that adjusted results
offer a more consistent method for comparing performance across different periods. From a non-GAAP financial metrics
perspective, adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA margin for the current year were $19,722,096 and 23% compared to
$19,198,090 and 23% in the prior year.
Adjusted net income grew from last year by $18,171 to $10,211,678. Adjusted net income for the current year comprised of
adjusted net income of $13,394,143 in the United States and adjusted net loss of $3,182,465 in Canada, compared to
$11,925,915 adjusted net income in the United States and $1,732,408 adjusted net loss in Canada in the prior year. The
Company's adjusted Return on Equity (ROE) for the current year was 12% compared to 14% for the prior year. The 12%
adjusted ROE of the current year reflects Canada’s declining performance. For further details about the non-GAAP financial
metrics, including a reconciliation, refer to the key performance and non-GAAP financial measures section on page 27.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Revenue analysis for the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023 by product line and geographic location
Revenue by Product Line
Year ended
October 31, 2024
Year ended
October 31, 2023
Change
Change
$
$
$
%
Banknotes
69,236,777
67,624,421
1,612,356
2%
Payments
16,007,640
14,330,348
1,677,292
12%
Total
85,244,417
81,954,769
3,289,648
4%
Revenue by Product Line
Banknotes
Revenue in the Banknotes product line increased by $1,612,356 or 2% in the year ended October 31, 2024, from the prior
year, due to strong demand for both travel and investment currencies as a result of the increased travel levels as international
travel continued to strengthen in the United States.
The growth in Banknotes revenue was driven by growth in both Direct-to-Consumer and Wholesale Banknotes revenue, Direct-
to-Consumer increased by $1,351,570, or 5% primarily due to the increased demand for both investment and travel currencies
via the Company’s diversified delivery channels; (i) the Company-owned branch network continued to expand as more
locations mature and their volumes increase, combined with increased demand for travel currencies, such as the Euro, and
(ii) the geographic reach of the OnlineFX platform with its continued expansion and addition of 4 new states compared to
the prior year (Alabama, Wisconsin, Maryland and Iowa). Revenue from Direct-to-Consumer Banknotes represented 34% of
total revenue in both current and prior years.
The growth in Wholesale Banknotes amounted to $260,786, or 1% and was primarily driven by the United States from both
existing and new customers of domestic financial institutions despite the reduced volumes that occurred in the fourth
quarter from certain key customers. In Canada, despite the revenue from domestic banknotes remaining consistent with the
prior year, overall revenue from banknotes was lower due to the continuing decline from international customers. Wholesale
Banknotes revenue represented 47% of total revenue in the current year, compared to 49% in the prior year.
Payments
Revenue in the Payments product line increased by 12% in the current year, driven by $2,512,406, or 32% growth in the United
States, partially offset by the decline in Canada’s Corporate Payments of $835,114, or $13%. In the United States, the growth
was driven by new customer acquisitions and increased activity from existing financial institution customers in the United
States, a direct result of the Company’s continued investment in integrations with core banking platforms. In Canada,
81%
19%
Year ended October 31, 2024
Banknotes
Payments
83%
17%
Year ended October 31, 2023
Banknotes
Payments
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
revenue decline resulted from reduced volumes, steady declining economic conditions in Canada, and due to settlement
timing differences on Payment contracts. Overall, the Company’s business trading volumes based on the Payments revenue
was $7.1 billion for the year compared to $5.4 billion for the prior year. The Payments revenue represented 19% of total
revenue in the current year, compared to 17% in the prior year.
Revenue by Geographic Location
Year ended
October 31, 2024
Year ended
October 31, 2023
Change
Change
$
$
$
%
United States
68,877,946
64,531,245
4,346,701
7%
Canada
16,366,471
17,423,524
(1,057,053)
-6%
Total
85,244,417
81,954,769
3,289,648
4%
Revenue by Geographic Location
United States
In the United States, revenue grew by 7% during the current year as a result of the strong growth in the region. Payments
revenue grew by a significant $2,512,406, or 32%, while the growth in Banknotes revenue was $1,834,295 with Direct-to-
Consumer growing by $1,351,570, or 5% and Wholesale Banknotes growing at $482,725, or 2% over the prior year. The
Payments growth was mostly a result of the Company’s investment in integrations with core banking platforms that
expanded the onboarding of new customers during the year in addition to increased activity from existing financial institution
customers. Banknotes revenue growth, including Direct-to-Consumer, was largely impacted by increased demand for both
travel and investment currencies, complemented by growth across several branch locations and through the Company’s
proprietary OnlineFX platform. Revenue in the United States accounted for 81% of total revenue by geographic location in
the current year, compared to 79% in the prior year.
Canada
Revenue declined by 6% primarily due to reduced transactional volumes from certain key clients in the Corporate Payments
business and lower transacted volumes in U.S. Dollar with international clients, while Domestic Banknotes revenue remained
relatively consistent compared to the prior year. Payments revenue declined by $835,114, or 13%, while Banknotes revenue
declined by $221,939, or 2%, compared to the prior year. Revenue in Canada represented a 19% share of total revenue by
geographic location in the current year, which is a reduction compared to the 21% in the prior year.
81%
19%
Year ended October 31, 2024
United States
Canada
79%
21%
Year ended October 31, 2023
United States
Canada
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Operating Expenses
During the year ended October 31, 2024, the Company’s operating expenses increased 10% compared to the prior year.
Operating expenses grew by more than revenue growth due to declining revenues and non-recurring items in Canada in the
fourth quarter. Variable costs within operating expenses, represented by postage and shipping, bank fees, sales
commissions and incentive compensation, totaled $19,338,491 compared to $21,203,278 in the prior year. This represents
a 9% decrease from last year and was primarily driven by a significant decrease in postage and shipping expenses of
$1,948,444 as a result of the Company’s cost management initiatives as illustrated further below. The ratio comparing total
operating expenses to total revenue for the year ended October 31, 2024 was 82% compared to 77% for the prior year.
The components of operating expenses are presented in the table below, with commentary on some of the significant
variances.
Year ended
Year ended
Change
Change
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
$
%
Salaries and benefits
37,137,778
33,935,281
3,202,497
9%
Postage and shipping
10,189,437
12,137,881
(1,948,444)
-16%
Legal and professional
4,203,169
3,204,240
998,929
31%
Information technology
3,790,450
3,009,268
781,182
26%
Bank service charges
2,754,470
2,450,353
304,117
12%
Losses and shortages
2,570,157
3,215,773
(645,616)
-20%
Insurance, taxes and licensing
2,295,703
1,179,383
1,116,320
95%
Rent
2,020,859
1,702,594
318,265
19%
Stock based compensation
1,592,354
1,017,823
574,531
56%
Foreign exchange losses (gains)
782,341
(711,763)
1,494,104
>100%
Travel and entertainment
760,788
884,357
(123,569)
-14%
Other general and administrative
1,462,851
1,195,330
267,521
22%
Operating expenses
69,560,357
63,220,520
6,339,837
10%
Salaries and benefits increased when compared to the prior year, due to the increase in headcount and inflation in base
salaries and other related benefits in addition to certain severance costs incurred.
Postage and shipping had a 16% decrease when compared to the same period last year despite the growth in Banknotes
volumes. This reflects cost management initiatives implemented by the Company to control the increase in shipping prices
which were adopted during the second half of 2023.
Legal and professional expenses increased primarily due to the costs of legal and advisory services associated with one-
time regulatory compliance services during the year (refer to losses and shortages below) in addition to increase in audit
and professional service fees.
Information technology expenses include non-capital expenditure on software and related service contracts that do not meet
the capitalization criteria. The increased costs during the year were associated with the Company’s continued development
of its technological solutions to support and streamline its business and customers service delivery, including expansions
in the Payments product line and core banking platforms. Increased costs include costs to strengthen the Company’s
security systems and technology solutions in addition to implementing the treasury management system and continuous
maintenance of the CXIFX platform.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Losses and shortages primarily represent shipments lost in transit that the Company self-insures in addition to several other
losses incurred in the normal course of business. The favorable variance was primarily due to the non-recurring losses of
stale-dated items in addition to higher costs related to lost shipments that were recognized in the prior year, partially offset
by regulatory compliance charges imposed on Exchange Bank of Canada in the current year. Refer to the key performance
and non-GAAP financial measures section on page 27.
Insurance, taxes and licensing increased primarily due to one-time, non-recurring tax estimates related to EBC’s Harmonized
Sales Tax (HST) for intercompany services exchanged with the parent company (CXI) in the amount of $944,562. Refer to
the key performance and non-GAAP financial measures section on page 27.
Rent increased due to the reopening of the Montreal vault in Canada and the opening of the Company’s branch in Orlando
International Airport in the fourth quarter of 2023, in addition to the opening of the Company’s new vault in Louisville,
Kentucky during the current quarter.
Stock based compensation includes the non-cash amortization expense related to the vesting of issued and outstanding
stock options, Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) and Deferred Stock Unit (DSU) awards, adjusted for the liability revaluation of
RSU and DSU awards based on the stock price prevailing at the end of the year. The increase from the prior period is primarily
related to the share price movement.
Foreign exchange losses (gains) represent the net result after considering hedging and risk management strategies designed
to reduce the inherent risks in the Company’s exposure to foreign exchange, thereby minimizing volatility in earnings. The
Mexican Peso was the largest driver of foreign exchange losses for the current year, while the gains in the same period last
year represented natural gains from the Company’s unhedged foreign currency inventory. Refer to the Foreign Currency Risk
section further below.
The increase in other general and administrative expenses is primarily attributable to higher marketing expenses in addition
to office supplies and other administrative expenses.
Other income and expenses are comprised of the following:
Year ended
Year ended
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Impairment charges
2,690,425
-
Depreciation of right-of-use assets
1,967,928
1,895,566
Depreciation and amortization
1,802,438
1,509,674
Interest expense
719,115
1,088,161
Interest on lease liabilities
233,237
179,904
Interest revenue
(402,096)
(435,903)
Other expense (income), net
66
(58,465)
Loss on sale of assets, net
-
30,527
Income tax expense
6,199,098
4,331,278
Total other expenses
13,210,211
8,540,742
Impairment charges represent impairment losses on Canada’s long-term assets of $2,627,038 and some of the Company-
owned branches of $63,387 as a result of the year-end impairment analysis. See Note 8 to the audited consolidated financial
statements for further details.
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment increased in the current year compared to the prior year due to an
increase in internally developed software and leasehold improvements.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Interest expense has declined in the current year compared to the prior year as a result of a notable decline in the average
borrowings utilized for funding short-term working capital needs during the current year. The average outstanding
borrowings by the Company amounted to $6,587,793 during the current year, compared to $12,833,570 during the prior year,
which led to the significant reduction in the interest expense. The average interest rate on borrowings was 8.7% for the
current period versus 7.6% for the same period last year. At October 31, 2024, the Company had $5,032,894 drawn on its
lines of credit, with $45,326,599 available for use. This compares to $14,679,991 drawn at October 31, 2023, and $35,680,577
available. Refer to the Liquidity and Capital Resources section below.
Interest revenue for the period was primarily interest earned on interest bearing bank accounts in the normal course of
business. The prior period included amounts received from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) relating to an expected refund
for an Employee Retention Credit (ERC).
Income tax expense reflected the statutory tax rate adjusted for permanent items, R&D credits and other non-deductible
differences, including the reversal of an allowance for deferred tax assets in Canada in the amount of $1,429,852. The
amount reflects the reversal of an allowance for deferred tax assets recognized for periods on or before October 31, 2022.
See Note 10 to the audited consolidated financial statements for further details.
Financial Results by Region
The following table provides a summary of the Company’s selected financial results by region, all numbers are in U.S. Dollars:
United States
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2024
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2023
Year ended
October 31, 2024
Year ended
October 31, 2023
Reported results
$
$
$
$
Revenue
18,460,391
18,745,521
68,877,946
64,531,245
Revenue growth (year-over-year)
-2%
26%
7%
28%
Operating expenses
12,508,334
12,389,772
48,111,420
45,672,936
EBITDA
5,925,681
6,403,011
20,840,661
19,076,881
Net income
3,325,306
3,550,118
13,342,517
11,925,916
Efficiency ratio *
68%
66%
70%
71%
EBITDA margin**
32%
34%
30%
30%
Adjusted results***
Operating expenses - adjusted
12,465,472
12,389,772
48,041,340
45,672,936
EBITDA - adjusted
5,968,543
6,403,011
20,910,741
19,076,881
Net income - adjusted
3,353,491
3,550,118
13,394,143
11,925,916
Efficiency ratio - adjusted
68%
66%
70%
71%
EBITDA margin - adjusted
32%
34%
30%
30%
*Efficiency ratio is a non-GAAP financial measure and is calculated as operating expenses divided by total revenue.
**EBITDA margin is a non-GAAP financial measure and is calculated as EBITDA divided by total revenue.
***These are non-GAAP financial metrics. For further details, refer to the key performance and non-GAAP financial measures section on page 27.
United States Summary
Despite a 2% decline in revenue during the three-month period ended October 31, 2024, there was 7% growth in the current
year compared to the prior year which shows an overall steady growth in revenue due to the diversified revenue channels
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
reflecting the continued increase in international travel levels. While operating expenses increased, it was surpassed by
higher revenue growth, resulting in a positive operating leverage, indicating sustained business and steady growth in this
region.
Canada
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2024
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2023
Year ended
October 31, 2024
Year ended
October 31, 2023
Reported results
$
$
$
$
Revenue
4,588,688
4,040,551
16,366,471
17,423,524
Revenue growth (year-over-year)
14%
-19%
-5%
5%
Operating expenses
7,669,617
4,577,633
21,448,937
17,547,584
EBITDA
(5,640,159)
(459,645)
(7,444,996)
121,209
Net loss
(6,143,203)
(1,246,296)
(10,868,668)
(1,732,409)
Efficiency ratio *
>100%
>100%
>100%
>100%
EBITDA margin**
<-100%
-11%
-45%
1%
Adjusted results***
Operating expenses - adjusted
4,726,498
4,577,633
17,819,624
17,547,584
EBITDA - adjusted
(70,002)
(459,645)
(1,188,645)
121,209
Net loss - adjusted
(573,046)
(1,246,296)
(3,182,465)
(1,732,409)
Efficiency ratio
>100%
>100%
>100%
>100%
EBITDA margin
-1.5%
-11%
-7%
1%
*Efficiency ratio is a non-GAAP financial measure and is calculated as operating expenses divided by total revenue.
**EBITDA margin is a non-GAAP financial measure and is calculated as EBITDA divided by total revenue.
***These are non-GAAP financial metrics. For further details, refer to the key performance and non-GAAP financial measures section on page 27.
Canada Summary
In Canada, for the three-month period ended October 31, 2024, revenue was up 14% primarily due to the revaluation of
outstanding forward contracts. For the year ended October 31, 2024, the decline in revenue is attributable to currency
movements and local factors that reduced transacted volumes for USD Banknotes with international clients, and the
reduction in Payments revenue was attributable to margin compression and customer attrition, despite continued
onboarding of new clients. While the Bank was able to maintain its Domestic Banknotes revenue and manage its ongoing
operating expenses effectively in the period, the magnitude of the non-recurring charges recognized in the fourth quarter
combined with the decline in international Banknotes and Payments revenue have contributed to the region’s overall
unfavourable efficiency ratio and EBITDA margin compared to planned levels.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Cash Flows
Cash flows from operating activities during the year ended October 31, 2024, resulted in an inflow of $26,669,378 compared
to an outflow of $1,131,607 during the year ended October 31, 2023. The accounts receivable and accounts payable balances
fluctuate due to the volume of activity and timing of transaction settlements. In most instances, accounts receivable and
accounts payable have a settlement cycle of 24 to 48 hours. Excluding changes in working capital, operating cash flow
generated by commission and fee income, adjusted for operating expenses, was an inflow of $14,092,980 for the year ended
October 31, 2024, versus an inflow of $12,034,372 in the prior year.
Cash flows from investing activities during the year ended October 31, 2024, resulted in an outflow of $3,003,123 compared
to an outflow of $1,280,023 during the prior year. Cash outflows from investing activities are mainly related to leasehold
improvements, internally developed software, furniture, and equipment.
Cash flows from financing activities during the year ended October 31, 2024, resulted in an outflow of $14,315,334 compared
to an inflow of $6,916,000 during the prior year. This was primarily the result of the Company’s repayment of one of its lines
of credit in addition to cash payments of $2,749,308 for cancellation of the Company’s shares during the current year. The
Company’s outstanding balance on lines of credit amounted to $5,032,894 at October 31, 2024 compared to $14,679,991 on
October 31, 2023.
Key Performance and non-GAAP financial measures
The Company measures and evaluates the performance of the consolidated operations and each of its product lines using
a number of financial metrics, such as net income and ROE. Certain financial metrics, including ROE, do not have
standardized meanings under generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), which are based on IFRS Accounting
Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IFRS Accounting Standards). These non-GAAP
financial results, metrics, and ratios may not be comparable to similar metrics used by other companies.
We believe that certain non-GAAP financial measures and ratios are more reflective of the Company’s consolidated operating
results and provide the readers with a better understanding of management’s perspective on the Company’s performance.
These measures improve the comparability of the financial performance for the year ended October 31, 2024 with the results
from the prior year. The following describes the non-GAAP financial measures that we use in evaluating our operating results
in this MD&A:
Adjusted results
The Company believes that providing adjusted results as well as certain measures and ratios excluding the impact of the
specified items discussed below enhances comparability with the prior year and enables the readers to assess trends better.
As such, the results for the current reported three-month period and year ended October 31, 2024 were adjusted for the
following specified items:
1)
Impairment loss related to the Company’s long-term assets in its wholly-owned subsidiary EBC. During the current
year, the Company has written down the carrying amounts of EBC to $Nil for all of the different long-term asset
categories except for computer equipment, which were written down to its fair value less cost to sell.
2)
An administrative monetary penalty imposed on EBC of $1,787,835 (CAD$ 2,457,750) and related third-party
advisory costs of $728,184.
3)
One-time charges for Quebec compensation taxes and Harmonized Sales Tax (HST). The amounts are specifically
recognized in EBC as they relate to Canadian tax reporting.
4)
The reversal of a reserve for Deferred Tax Asset (DTA) benefits related to the unused EBC loss carry forwards for
the fiscal years prior to 2023 deemed to be unrecoverable.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Below is a reconciliation of reported results to adjusted results. The reconciliation illustrates the calculation of the adjusted
results and measures presented, which are non-GAAP financial measures and ratios:
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2024
Three-month
period ended
October 31, 2023
Year ended
October 31, 2024
Year ended
October 31, 2023
$
$
$
$
Revenue
23,049,079
22,786,072
85,244,417
81,954,769
Operating expenses
20,177,951
16,967,405
69,560,357
63,220,520
EBITDA
285,522
5,943,366
13,395,665
19,198,090
Income before income tax
(1,086,504)
4,876,839
8,672,947
14,524,785
Net (loss) income
(2,817,897)
2,303,822
2,473,849
10,193,507
Basic (loss) earnings per share
(0.45)
0.36
0.39
1.59
Diluted (loss) earnings per share
(0.45)
0.34
0.38
1.52
ROE (annualized)
N/A
N/A
3%
14%
Effective income tax rate
(159%)
53%
71%
30%
Adjusting items’ impact on net income
Specified item: Impairment charges
2,627,038
-
2,627,038
-
Specified item: Regulatory compliance charges
1,802,607
-
2,516,019
-
Specified item: Non-recurring tax items
1,183,374
-
1,183,374
-
Specified item: Deferred tax assets reversal
-
-
1,429,852
-
Adjusted results
EBITDA – adjusted
5,898,541
5,943,366
19,722,096
19,198,090
Income before income tax – adjusted
4,526,515
4,876,839
14,999,378
14,524,785
Income taxes – adjusted
1,746,070
2,573,017
4,787,700
4,331,278
Net income – adjusted
2,780,445
2,303,822
10,211,678
10,193,507
Basic earnings per share – adjusted
0.44
0.36
1.62
1.59
Diluted earnings per share – adjusted
0.42
0.34
1.56
1.52
ROE (annualized) – adjusted
N/A
N/A
12%
14%
Effective income tax rate – adjusted
39%
53%
32%
30%
Efficiency ratio – adjusted
Revenue
23,049,079
22,786,072
85,244,417
81,954,769
Operating expenses
20,177,951
16,967,405
69,560,357
63,220,520
Specified item: Regulatory compliance
charges
1,802,607
-
2,516,019
-
Specified item: Non-recurring tax items
1,183,374
-
1,183,374
-
Operating expenses – adjusted
17,191,970
16,967,405
65,860,964
63,220,520
Efficiency ratio
88%
74%
82%
77%
Efficiency ratio – adjusted
75%
74%
77%
77%
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Liquidity and Capital Resources
On October 31, 2024, the Company had net working capital of $73,849,764 compared to $70,146,433 at October 31, 2023.
The Company maintains lines of credit to meet borrowing needs during peak business periods. On June 15, 2022, the
Company entered into an Amended and Restated Credit Agreement with BMO Bank, N.A. The Amended and Restated Credit
Agreement increased the revolving line of credit limit from $20,000,000 to $30,000,000 and provided an accordion feature
for up to an additional $10,000,000 with the lender’s approval. The Amended and Restated Credit Agreement provided a term
of two years (maturity date on June 15, 2024). The Amended and Restated Credit Agreement was updated on July 18, 2022,
in the form of a Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, to reflect the exercised accordion feature, which increased
the line of credit to $40,000,000, and a reduced margin spread in the borrowing rate by 25 bps. The form of Second Amended
and Restated Credit Agreement was further amended on July 12, 2023, to provide a seasonal increase in the borrowing
capacity by $10,000,000 to $50,000,000, effective through August 31, 2023, and extended the maturity on the facility to June
15, 2025. The Company updated the agreement on June 27, 2024, in the form of a Third Amended and Restated Credit
Agreement to accommodate a Normal Course Issuer Bid (NCIB) up to $4 million annually. The updated agreement eliminates
the resting period on the intercompany loan and extends the maturity on the facility to June 15, 2026. The credit line is
secured against the Company’s cash and other assets and bears interest at the one month Secured Overnight Financing Rate
(SOFR) plus 2.25% (5.34% at October 31, 2024 and 5.31% at October 31, 2023). At October 31, 2024, the balance outstanding
was $Nil (October 31, 2023, $11,074,308).
On October 19, 2020, the Company’s wholly owned Canadian subsidiary, EBC, established a fully collateralized revolving line
of credit with Desjardins Group (Desjardins) with a limit of CAD 2,000,000 ($1,437,970), payable on demand, and being
secured against cash collateral of CAD 2,000,000 ($1,437,970). On April 25, 2023, EBC amended this facility reducing the
revolving line of credit to CAD 500,000 ($359,492), payable on demand, and being secured against cash collateral of CAD
500,041 ($359,522). The line of credit bears interest at the Canadian Prime Rate plus 0.25% (5.95% at October 31, 2024 and
7.20% at October 31, 2023). At October 31, 2024, the balance outstanding was $Nil (October 31, 2023, $Nil)
On April 7, 2021, EBC entered into a $20,000,000 USD revolving loan agreement with a private lender. On July 18, 2022, EBC
amended this facility through an Amended and Restated Revolving Loan Agreement, whereby $10,000,000 of this facility
was moved from EBC to CXI. On January 19, 2023, the Company entered into a Moratorium Agreement (CXI facility) where
the Company will not utilize the $10,000,000 without prior written consent from the lender. Additionally, the Company will
not incur any standby charges or fees during the period of the Moratorium. Pursuant to the January 19, 2023 amended
agreement, the interest rate on the $10,000,000 facility granted to EBC increased from 6% to a floating rate with a floor of
8%, with a standby charge of $1,500 per month if the total interest in the month is less than $20,000. On April 25, 2024, EBC
amended this facility to extend the maturity to January 19, 2027, to specify the interest rate at 8.9%, and to limit the
borrowing capacity to a maximum amount not greater than 10% of the guarantor’s total liabilities as set out in the statements
of financial position of the guarantor’s most recent, publicly filed financial statements. The entire $20,000,000 facility is
guaranteed by the Company and is subordinated to the Company’s and EBC’s obligations to primary lenders. These facilities
are used for working capital purposes and for daily operational activity; however, these facilities may be terminated on 90-
days’ notice by either party. The total outstanding balance at October 31, 2024, was $5,032,894 (October 31, 2023,
$3,605,683).
The Company had available unused lines of credit amounting to $45,326,599 at October 31, 2024 (October 31, 2023,
$35,680,577).
The Company’s cash balances consist of banknote inventory in vaults, in transit, on consignment, at tills in Company
locations, and in operating cash in the Company’s bank accounts. Banknote inventory fluctuates with seasonal demand for
travel currencies, which typically coincides with peak travel seasons for the United States and Canada. Increases in inventory
may coincide with increased net working capital borrowing requirements for the Company. The Company facilitates this
requirement through its access to revolving lines of credit with its primary lenders. The Company manages inventory levels
within approved thresholds to align with prudent liquidity risk management objectives established in the Company’s Liquidity
Risk Management Policies. Operating cash balances correspond largely to offsetting holding account balances and accounts
payable. Certain customers of the Company’s Banknotes and Payments product lines settle transactions using a holding
account, from which funds are cleared and dispersed for final settlement with the customer. Holding account balances are
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
not always cleared on the value date of the transaction. This results in excess cash in the Company’s operating bank
accounts on the audited consolidated statements of financial position. Accounts payable are largely offset by bank account
balances, which are prefunded to facilitate the settlement of outgoing international wires in foreign currency on behalf of
the Company’s customers. After considering the impact of holding account balances and accounts payable, the Company’s
excess operating cash balances may vary and are used to manage the Company’s credit facilities and capital structure
requirements.
The Company has leases for corporate offices as well as its retail store locations. With the exception of short-term leases
and leases of low-value underlying assets, each lease, meeting the definition under IFRS 16, is reflected on the audited
consolidated statements of financial position as a right-of-use asset and a lease liability. Variable lease payments which do
not depend on an index or a rate, such as lease payments based on a percentage of the Company’s sales, are excluded from
the initial measurement of the lease liability and asset. During the year certain leases for corporate offices were modified
based on their amended lease agreements, with any gains or losses being recognized in profit or loss. The Company
classifies its right-of-use assets in a consistent manner to its property and equipment (see Notes 7 and 9 to the audited
consolidated financial statements).
Each lease generally imposes a restriction that, unless there is a contractual right for the Company to sublet the asset to
another party, the right-of-use asset can only be used by the Company. Leases are either non-cancellable or may only be
canceled by incurring a substantial termination fee. Some leases contain an option to extend the lease for a further term.
The Company is prohibited from selling or pledging the underlying leased assets as security. For leases over corporate
offices and retail store locations, the Company must keep those properties in a good state of repair and return the properties
in their original condition at the end of the lease.
The table below describes the nature of the Company’s leasing activities by the type of right-of-use asset recognized on the
audited consolidated statements of financial position:
Right-of-use asset
No. of right-of-
use assets
leased
Range of
remaining term
Average
remaining lease
term
No. of leases
with extension
options
No. of lease
with options to
purchase
No. of leases
with variable
payments linked
to an index
No. of
leases with
termination
options
Equipment
1
5 years
5
1
-
-
-
Corporate offices
8
0-12 years
2
5
-
-
-
Retail store locations
23
0-4 years
2
-
-
-
-
Total
32
0-12 years
2
6
-
-
-
The lease liabilities are secured by the related underlying assets. Future minimum lease payments at October 31, 2024, were
as follows:
Within 1 year
1-2 years
2-3 years
3-4 years
4-5 years
After 5 years
Total
Lease payments
1,609,334
1,233,696
915,246
874,920
529,212
2,950,116
8,112,524
Finance charges
343,889
283,691
238,119
197,779
163,726
577,447
1,804,652
Net present values
1,265,445
950,004
677,127
677,141
365,486
2,372,669
6,307,872
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Selected Annual Financial Information
The following tables set out selected consolidated financial information of the Company for the years indicated. Each
investor should read the following information in conjunction with those audited consolidated financial statements for the
relevant period and notes related thereto. The operating results for any past period are not necessarily indicative of results
for any future period.
The selected financial information set out below has been derived from the audited consolidated financial statements of
the Company.
Year ended
Year ended
Year ended
Year ended
Year ended
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
October 31, 2022
October 31, 2021
October 31, 2020
$
$
$
$
$
Revenue
85,244,417
81,954,769
67,498,673
30,565,660
25,013,423
Net operating income
15,684,060
18,734,249
18,721,473
(48,929)
(3,985,791)
Net income (loss)
2,473,849
10,193,507
11,783,124
(1,131,684)
(8,524,029)
Basic earnings per share
0.39
1.59
1.83
(0.18)
(1.33)
Diluted earnings per share
0.38
1.52
1.78
(0.18)
(1.33)
Total assets
131,161,584
132,049,444
125,528,832
102,982,531
85,758,518
Total liabilities
51,769,229
52,816,463
56,223,323
44,966,732
27,528,783
Non-current financial liabilities
7,110,014
2,719,288
4,163,543
3,679,493
4,065,164
Working capital
73,849,764
70,146,433
60,378,879
49,880,879
47,755,694
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
There are currently no off-balance sheet arrangements.
Foreign Currency Forward and Option Contracts
The Company enters into foreign currency forward contracts and purchased put option contracts with non-client
counterparties to mitigate the risk of fluctuations in the exchange rates of exposures in certain major currencies related to
its Banknotes product line. Forward contracts are entered into daily, with maturities up to 30 days. Option contracts are
entered into selectively once per quarter, with a maturity up to 90 days.
The foreign currency forward contracts can be closed immediately resulting in any collateral being liquidated. The foreign
currency option contracts are held to maturity and are either exercised for a net gain or expire at no obligation to the
Company.
The fair value of forward and option contracts, which represents the amount that would be received by the Company if the
contracts were terminated at October 31, 2024 was $404,918 (October 31, 2023, $1,066,467).
At October 31, 2024 the Company had cash collateral balances related to forward contracts being held of $2,880,207
(October 31, 2023, $3,119,888). They are reflected as restricted cash held in escrow in the audited consolidated statements
of financial position.
Critical Accounting Estimates
When preparing the audited consolidated financial statements, management undertakes several judgments, estimates, and
assumptions about recognition and measurement of assets, liabilities, income, and expenses. The actual results may differ
from judgments, estimates, and assumptions made by management, and will seldom equal the estimated results. For an
expanded narrative on considering critical accounting estimates, please refer to Note 3 in the audited consolidated financial
statements.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Transactions with Related Parties
The remuneration of directors and key management personnel during the three-month periods and years ended October 31,
2024 and 2023 were as follows:
Three-month
period ended
Three-month
period ended
Year ended
Year ended
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
$
$
Short-term benefits
765,591
983,615
4,560,090
4,316,361
Post-employment benefits
33,052
18,923
189,073
161,385
Stock based compensation
94,262
12,832
442,772
83,532
Restricted and Deferred Share Units
111,256
(395,187)
1,143,426
920,387
Total
1,004,161
620,183
6,335,361
5,481,665
The Company incurred legal and professional fees in the aggregate amount of $33,123 and $121,526 for the three-month
periods and years ended October 31, 2024 (October 31, 2023, $20,702 and $139,594) charged by entities controlled by
directors or officers of the Company.
The Company has clients that are considered related parties through one of its directors. The Company generated $47,694
and $550,780 in revenue from these clients’ activities for the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 (October
31, 2023, $47,053 and $288,128). As of October 31, 2024, accounts receivable included $Nil from related parties (October
31, 2023, $Nil).
On October 1, 2011, the Company entered into an employment agreement with the President and CEO of the Company. Such
agreement contains clauses requiring additional payments of a minimum of $450,000 to be made upon the occurrence of
certain events, such as a change of control of the Company or termination for reasons other than cause. As the likelihood
of a change of control of the Company is not determinable, the contingent payments have not been reflected in the audited
consolidated financial statements.
The Company supports EBC through a $20,000,000 revolving Line of Credit, renewed on July 18, 2022, which attracts interest
commensurate with interest charged on the Company’s primary line of credit with BMO Bank, N.A., is repayable on demand,
and is unsecured. At October 31, 2024, the intercompany loan balance was $8,640,646 (October 31, 2023, $10,642,528) and
was eliminated upon consolidation.
Key management personnel and directors occasionally conduct transactions with the Company as individuals. Such
transactions are immaterial individually and in total, including for the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024
and 2023, and are conducted pursuant to the Company’s policies.
All transactions with related parties as noted above are carried out in the normal course of business and at prevailing market
rates.
Stock Option Grants
The Company offers an incentive stock option plan (the Plan) which was established on April 28, 2011 and was amended
most recently March 23, 2023. The Plan is a rolling stock option plan, under which 15% of the outstanding shares at any
given time are available for issuance thereunder. The purpose of the Plan is to promote the profitability and growth of the
Company by facilitating the efforts of the Company to attract and retain directors, senior officers, employees, and
management. Under the terms of the Plan, vesting for the Company’s directors and management will occur 1/3 upon the
first anniversary, 1/3 upon the second anniversary, and 1/3 upon the third anniversary of the grant. All the options have a
five-year term, unless otherwise specified by the Board of Directors. During the year ended October 31, 2024, the Company
recognized $448,928 of stock based compensation expense in relation to employees’ stock option awards that have vested
during the period (October 31, 2023, $97,436).
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(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
The following table sets out the information related to each option grant that has not expired and, or cancelled at the end of
the reporting period:
Date of
grant
Expiry date
Share price
at grant
date (CAD$)
Amount granted
and outstanding
Risk-free interest
rate
Expected
volatility
Exercise price
(CAD$)*
Fair value of option
at grant date (USD)
23-Oct-19
23-Oct-24
17.03
139,786
1.58%
24%
17.36
3.07
24-Jun-20
24-Jun-25
12.50
22,662
0.33%
23%
12.74
1.87
29-Jul-20
29-Jul-25
10.98
18,000
0.26%
23%
10.83
1.76
29-Oct-20
29-Oct-25
10.00
196,347
0.37%
23%
10.83
1.33
28-Jan-21
28-Jan-26
11.00
3,873
0.41%
23%
11.02
2.55
28-Oct-21
28-Oct-26
14.49
112,049
1.16%
22%
14.35
2.57
28-Apr-22
28-Apr-27
17.44
20,000
2.81%
21%
18.10
3.16
21-Sep-22
21-Sep-27
19.65
5,748
3.57%
37%
18.93
4.45
31-Oct-22
31-Oct-27
19.35
111,419
3.73%
37%
18.37
4.34
30-Oct-23
29-Oct-28
18.20
89,004
4.37%
36%
20.07
4.70
30-Oct-24
29-Oct-29
19.08
80,152
3.04%
29%
25.89
4.52
*Exercise price is determined by the volume-weighted average share price for the previous 20 trading days
The outstanding stock options at October 31, 2024, and the respective changes during the period are summarized as follows:
Number of options
Weighted average price
#
CAD$
Outstanding at October 31, 2023
857,484
15.53
Granted
80,152
25.89
Exercised
(116,493)
15.62
Expired
(13,316)
25.83
Forfeited/cancelled
(8,787)
18.51
Outstanding at October 31, 2024
799,040
16.35
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(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
The following options were outstanding and exercisable at October 31, 2024:
Grant Date
Exercise price (CAD$)
Number outstanding
Average remaining
contractual life (years)
Number exercisable
23-Oct-19*
$17.36
139,786
-
139,786
24-Jun-20
$12.74
22,662
0.65
22,662
29-Jul-20
$10.83
18,000
0.74
18,000
29-Oct-20
$10.83
196,347
0.99
196,347
28-Jan-21
$11.02
3,873
1.24
3,873
28-Oct-21
$14.35
112,049
1.99
112,049
28-Apr-22
$18.10
20,000
2.49
13,334
21-Sep-22
$18.93
5,748
2.89
3,833
31-Oct-22
$18.37
111,419
3.00
74,410
30-Oct-23
$20.07
89,004
4.00
29,671
30-Oct-24
$25.89
80,152
5.00
-
Total
799,040
613,965
*The term of this grant lapsed on October 23, 2024, however due to the fact that the options expired during an ongoing blackout period, option holders are legally
permitted to exercise these options up to 10 business days from the date the blackout is lifted in the future.
Out of the total number of outstanding options, the Company had 112,930 options outstanding and granted on October 23,
2019 that were made outside of the Company’s stock option plan, and in accordance with the policies of the TSX were
approved by the shareholders on March 25, 2020.
During the year ended October 31, 2024, the Company granted 80,152 stock option awards at a fair value of CAD$25.89.
Also a total number of 116,493 stock options were exercised, out of which 77,889 options were cancelled as consideration
in lieu of cash by participants who elected to exercise their options without paying cash proceeds. Accordingly, the Company
issued 38,604 shares on settlement in addition to $117,737 cash proceeds received. During the year ended October 31, 2024,
8,787 options had forfeited in relation to employees who had left the Company and 13,316 options that have expired before
being exercised.
Restricted Stock Unit and Deferred Stock Unit Plans
On November 1, 2020 the Company made its inaugural cash-settled grants under the DSU Plan and RSU Plan (the Plans).
The awards that may be granted under each of the Plans can be realized in cash only and may not be converted into common
shares of the Company. The purpose of these Plans is to promote the profitability and growth of the Company by facilitating
the efforts of the Company to attract and retain directors, senior officers, employees, and management. Under the terms of
the Plans, vesting of the awards that may be granted under the Plans for management occurs on a one-third (1/3) basis
upon the first, the second, and the third anniversary of the grant date, while awards that may be granted under the Plans for
directors will vest fully on a quarterly basis in the first year after the grant. All the awards have a three-year term unless
otherwise specified by the Board of Directors. On October 30, 2023, the Board of Directors of the Company resolved that
only those directors who have not met their ownership requirements must receive a portion of their base retainer in the form
of DSU awards.
On November 1, 2023, the Company made an annual DSU award under the Deferred Share Unit (DSU) Plan. The Company
granted 10,169 DSU awards in the amount of $145,000. In the year ended October 31, 2024, the Company recognized stock
based compensation expenses of $1,143,426 (October 31, 2023, $920,387) in relation to RSU and DSU awards that have
vested during the period, out of which $697,018 was recognized for RSU awards and $446,408 was recognized for DSU
awards, (October 31, 2023, $517,377 and $403,010, for RSU and DSU awards, respectively).
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Share Capital
As of October 31, 2024, the Company had 6,333,931 common shares outstanding, 613,965 vested, and 185,075 unvested
stock options, and no warrants outstanding (October 31, 2023, 6,443,397).
On November 29, 2023, the Company announced acceptance by the TSX of the Company’s notice of Intention to make a
Normal Course Issuer Bid (the NCIB) to purchase for cancellation a maximum amount of 322,169 common shares
representing 5% of the Company’s issued and outstanding common shares for one year from December 1, 2023 to November
30, 2024. During the year ended on October 31, 2024, the Company purchased for cancellation 148,070 common shares at
the normal market prices trading in TSX for $2,749,308. These shares were immediately cancelled and removed from
treasury by the Company.
The following represents information about the Company’s share price:
Share Information
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Closing share price (TSX) in CAD$
25.57
20.50
Shares outstanding
6,333,931
6,443,397
Market capitalization1
116,445,781
95,254,664
Book value per share2
12.53
12.30
Market value to book value multiple3
2.04
1.67
1Based on the TSX closing market price at period end, converted into USD using the Company’s CAD to USD rate at the end of each reporting period
2Book value per share is total equity divided by the number of shares outstanding
3Market value to book value multiple is the ratio of the share’s market value represented in the closing price as per the TSX divided by the book value per share
Accounting Standards and Policies
A summary of significant accounting policies is described in Note 2 of the Company's audited consolidated financial
statements for the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023.
Financial Risk Factors
International Conflict
International conflict and other geopolitical tensions and events, including war, military action, terrorism, trade disputes,
and international responses thereto have historically led to, and may in the future lead to, uncertainty or volatility in global
commodity, energy, and financial markets.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has led to sanctions being levied against Russia by the international community and may result
in additional sanctions or other international action, any of which may have a destabilizing effect on commodity prices and
global economies more broadly. Volatility in commodity prices may adversely affect our business, financial condition, and
results of operations. Changes in commodity prices may affect oil and natural gas activity levels and the costs of energy in
the jurisdiction in which the Company operates. In addition, an escalation in the Ukraine conflict may have an adverse effect
on global travel conditions and/or consumer sentiment on travel and tourism, which may adversely impact our business.
The extent and duration of the current Russian-Ukrainian conflict and related international action cannot be accurately
predicted at this time and the effects of such conflict may magnify the impact of the other risks identified in this MD&A,
including those relating to commodity price volatility and global financial conditions. The situation is rapidly changing, and
unforeseeable impacts may materialize and may have an adverse effect on our business, results of operation, and financial
condition.
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(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Network Security Risks
Despite the implementation of network security measures by the Company, its infrastructure is potentially vulnerable to
computer intrusions and similar disruptive problems. Concerns over Internet security have been, and will continue to be, a
barrier to commercial activities requiring consumers and businesses to send confidential information over the Internet.
Computer viruses, intrusions or other security problems could lead to misappropriation of confidential or proprietary
information, and cause interruptions, delays or cessation in service to the Company’s customers. Any such intrusion could
have a negative reputational impact on the Company which could affect its revenue and ability to raise capital. Any such
intrusion could also compromise the privacy of the Company’s proprietary CXIFX software which is integral to its business.
In such a case, the Company may be required to spend significant resources to monitor and protect its intellectual property
rights. Litigation brought to protect and enforce those rights could be costly, time-consuming and distracting to management
and could result in the impairment or loss of portions of the Company’s intellectual property. Any failure to secure, protect
and enforce its intellectual property rights could seriously harm the Company and adversely affect its business. Moreover,
the security and privacy concerns of existing and potential customers may inhibit the growth of the Internet as a medium
for commerce. Any actual or perceived breach of customers’ privacy and security could harm the Company’s business.
Risk of Downturn in International Travel
International travel is the main driver of a significant part of the Company’s business. Uncertainty and negative trends in
general economic conditions in the United States, Canada and abroad, including rising costs of living, have the potential to
create a difficult environment for companies operating in the travel industry. Many factors, including those beyond the
control of the Company, could have a detrimental impact on its performance by causing a significant decrease in
international travel. These factors include general economic conditions, unemployment levels, energy costs and interest
rates, as well as events such as natural disasters, acts of war, terrorism and catastrophes.
Outbreak of Infectious Diseases
The Company’s Banknotes product line, which represents a significant portion of commission revenue, is highly correlated
to international travel patterns by consumers. The Company’s business has been and may continue to be adversely affected
by the effects of the widespread outbreak of respiratory illnesses (like COVID-19) and other infectious diseases in its primary
North American market, as well as by travel restrictions imposed by governments to limit the effects of these on the health
of the local and global population, including restrictions on air travel to and from North America. The impacts of the COVID-
19 pandemic have stabilized; however, it is not possible to reliably estimate the potential impact of this, or future global
disruptions or infectious disease, on the financial position and results of future periods.
Regulatory Compliance Risk
Regulatory compliance risk is the risk of potential non-compliance with laws, regulations, and prescribed practices in the
jurisdictions in which the Company operates. Issues regarding compliance with laws and regulations can be associated with
privacy, market conduct, consumer protection, business conduct and money laundering. Furthermore, in Canada, the
Company’s subsidiary is a Schedule 1 bank and is subject to additional guidelines from the Office of the Superintendent of
Financial Institutions (OSFI). In conducting its business, the Company is subject to regulatory examinations and inquiries
and may, at any given time, be subject to the payment of additional charges as a resolution of matters arising from these
examinations or other non-compliance matters. Additional charges, where applicable, are recorded in the Company’s audited
consolidated financial statements as a provision, in the period in which the recognition criteria in accordance with IFRS
Accounting Standards are met.
Compliance policies and procedures have been developed to enable the Company to manage regulatory compliance risk.
The Company has an established regulatory compliance management framework which outlines how it manages and
mitigates the regulatory compliance risks associated with potential non-compliance with regulatory requirements and
changing laws and regulations as applicable.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
Credit Risk
Credit risk is the risk of financial loss associated with a counterparty’s inability to fulfill its payment obligations. The
Company’s credit risk is primarily attributable to cash in bank accounts, accounts receivable, and forward and option
contracts from hedging counterparties.
All banking relationships are negotiated by senior management. The Company maintains accounts in high-quality financial
institutions. At various times, the Company's bank balances exceed insured limits.
The credit risk associated with accounts receivable is limited, as the Company's receivables consist primarily of bulk
currency trades with a settlement cycle of 24 to 48 hours. The majority of the Company's receivables reside with banks,
money service business customers, and other financial institutions. The Company has longstanding relationships with most
of its money service business customers and a strong repayment history. For the purpose of risk control, the customers are
grouped as follows: domestic and international financial institutions, money service businesses, and other customers. Credit
limits are established for each customer, whereby the credit limit represents the maximum open amount without requiring
payments in advance. These limits are adjudicated and reviewed regularly by senior management. Due to seasonality,
amounts in accounts receivable are usually at their highest during peak periods.
A breakdown of accounts receivable by category is below:
As of October 31, 2024
As of October 31, 2023
Customer type
$
$
Domestic and international financial institutions
6,017,980
18,339,600
Money service businesses
3,001,066
2,171,215
Other
1,977,272
614,731
Total
10,996,318
21,125,546
The maximum exposure to credit risk is represented by the carrying amount of each financial asset on the audited
consolidated statements of financial position. There are no commitments that could increase this exposure to more than
the carrying amount.
Financial Instruments and Risk Management
IFRS 9 requires that financial statements include certain disclosures about the fair value of financial instruments as set out
in IFRS 13 and IFRS 7. These disclosures include the classification of fair values within a three-level hierarchy. The three
Levels are defined based on the observation of significant inputs to the measurement, as follows:
•
Level 1 - quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;
•
Level 2 - inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly
or indirectly; and
•
Level 3 - unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.
The fair value determination is the estimated amount that the Company would receive to sell a financial asset or pay to
transfer a financial liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.
There were no transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 during the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
The following table shows the Levels within the hierarchy of financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value:
October 31, 2024
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$
$
$
$
Financial assets
Cash
101,877,263
-
-
101,877,263
Forward and option contract assets
-
404,918
-
404,918
Total assets
101,877,263
404,918
-
102,282,181
Financial liabilities
Restricted and deferred share units
-
2,066,192
-
2,066,192
Total liabilities
-
2,066,192
-
2,066,192
October 31, 2023
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$
$
$
$
Financial assets
Cash
92,720,293
-
-
92,720,293
Forward and option contract assets
-
1,066,467
-
1,066,467
Total assets
92,720,293
1,066,467
-
93,786,760
Financial liabilities
Restricted and deferred share units
-
1,328,582
-
1,328,582
Total liabilities
-
1,328,582
-
1,328,582
Foreign Currency Risk
The volatility of the Company's foreign currency holdings may increase as a result of the political and financial environment
of the corresponding issuing country. Several currencies have a limited exchange rate exposure as they are pegged to the
U.S. Dollar, the reporting currency of the Company. Management mitigates its exposure to foreign currency fluctuations
through a layered risk management strategy that includes forward hedges and selective use of purchased options. Due to
their nature, some minor and investment foreign currencies cannot be hedged or are too cost prohibitive to hedge. These
exposures are managed to acceptable risk appetite levels using a historical Value-at-Risk (VaR) methodology. Foreign
currency exposure, in the form of exchange gains and losses arising from normal trading activities and business operations,
are included in operating expenses for the period.
Foreign exchange losses (gains) represent the net result after considering hedging and risk management strategies designed
to reduce the inherent risks in the Company’s exposure to foreign exchange, thereby minimizing volatility in earnings. Due
to the unpredictable nature of foreign exchange markets, Management cannot reliably predict future movements in foreign
currency valuations, and therefore hedges the Company’s exposures in a consistent and prudent manner in alignment with
the Company’s FX Policy. As a result, Management employs a layered approach to managing its exposure to foreign
exchange in major currencies through a combination of foreign currency forward contracts and a selective use of purchased
put option contracts. Results after hedging vary each period and are largely driven by the magnitude of banknote holdings
in certain currencies. Net results are seldom neutral because of the costs linked to hedging, which include forward point
differentials on forward contracts and premiums on purchased options. The Company does not hedge its exposure to
investment currencies as there is generally no established hedging market or the cost of hedging those currencies is
prohibitively high. Variations in these unhedged exposures may lead to fluctuations in results each period.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
In order to further mitigate the risks associated with holding these foreign currencies, the Company assigns wider bid/ask
spreads and maintains specific inventory targets to minimize the impact of exchange rate fluctuations. These targets are
reviewed regularly and are increased or decreased to accommodate demand within acceptable risk tolerances. The amount
of unhedged inventory held in tills, vaults, on consignment, and in transit on October 31, 2024, was $9,812,382 (October 31,
2023, $9,361,900). The amount of currency that is unhedged and that is not pegged to the U.S. Dollar is $8,419,094 (October
31, 2023, $7,833,228). A 2% increase/reduction in the market price for the aggregate of the Company's unhedged/un-pegged
foreign currencies would result in an exchange gain/loss of approximately +$168,000/-$168,000 (October 31, 2023,
gain/loss of approximately +$157,000/-$157,000).
On a consolidated basis, the Company is also exposed to foreign currency fluctuations between the U.S. Dollar and the
Canadian Dollar, being the functional currency of its Canadian subsidiary. The Company does not hedge its net investment
in its Canadian subsidiary and the related foreign currency translation of its earnings.
Interest Rate Risk
At October 31, 2024, the Company had access to interest-bearing financial instruments in cash and its lines of credit. A
significant amount of the Company’s cash is held as foreign currency banknotes in tills, on consignment, and in its own
vaults. These amounts are not subject to interest rate risk. Cash held in some of the Company’s bank accounts are interest-
bearing. The Company is subject to a small amount of cash flow interest rate risk from the borrowings on its lines of credit,
however, as borrowings have declined and remained within policy limits, the risk is low. Borrowings bear interest at variable
rates. Currently, the interest rate exposure is unhedged.
If interest rates had been 50 basis points higher/lower with all other variables held constant, after-tax profit for the year
ended October 31, 2024 would have been approximately +$25,000/-$25,000 higher/lower as a result of credit lines held at
variable interest rates.
Liquidity Risk
Liquidity risk is the risk of the Company incurring losses resulting from the inability to meet payment obligations in a timely
manner when they become due or from being unable to do so at a sustainable cost. To effectively manage liquidity risk, the
Company has implemented preventative risk monitoring measures, including setting a liquidity risk ratio target of 120% or
greater, which measures the proportion of unencumbered highly liquid assets to short-term net cash outflows, and setting a
minimum liquidity balance requirement of total available cash or undrawn lines of credit to be greater than $5,000,000
notional daily. As required, the Treasurer and CFO report any liquidity issues to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Risk
Officer (CRO), and the audit committee in accordance with established policies and guidelines. Management has assessed
the Company’s cash position at October 31, 2024 and determined that it is sufficient to meet its financial obligations.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
(All amounts are expressed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted)
For the three-month periods and years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
The following are non-derivative contractual financial liabilities:
October 31, 2024
Non-derivative financial liabilities
Carrying amount
Estimated contractual amount
Next fiscal year Future fiscal years
$
$
$
$
Accounts payable
19,540,154
19,540,154
19,540,154
Nil
Holding accounts
9,032,535
9,032,535
9,032,535
Nil
Lines of credit
5,032,894
5,032,894
5,032,894
Nil
October 31, 2023
Non-derivative financial liabilities
Carrying amount
Estimated contractual amount
Next fiscal year Future fiscal years
$
$
$
$
Accounts payable
21,021,910
21,021,910
21,021,910
Nil
Holding accounts
5,909,235
5,909,235
5,909,235
Nil
Lines of credit
14,679,991
14,679,991
14,679,991
Nil
Capital Management
The Company manages capital through its financial and operational forecasting processes. The Company defines working
capital as total current assets less total current liabilities. The Company reviews its working capital and forecasts its cash
flows based on operating expenditures, and other investing and financing activities related to its daily operations.
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Current assets
118,508,979
120,243,608
Current liabilities
(44,659,215)
(50,097,175)
Working capital
73,849,764
70,146,433
The Company monitors its capital structure and makes adjustments according to market conditions in an effort to meet its
objectives given the current outlook of the business and industry in general. The Company may manage its capital structure
by issuing new shares, obtaining loan financing, adjusting capital spending, repurchasing shares, or disposing of assets.
The capital structure is reviewed by management and the board of directors on an ongoing basis.
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
There have been no changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting during the year ended October 31,
2024, that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial
reporting.
Subsequent Events
The Company evaluated subsequent events through January 22, 2025, the date these audited consolidated financial
statements were issued. There were no material subsequent events that required recognition or additional disclosure in the
audited consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Financial Statements
For the Years Ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
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Independent Auditor’s Report
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Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
47
Consolidated Statements of Income and
Comprehensive Income
48
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity
49
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
50
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
51–81
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Independent auditor’s report
To the shareholders of
Currency Exchange International, Corp
Opinion
We have audited the consolidated financial statements of Currency Exchange International, Corp. and
its subsidiaries ("the Group"), which comprise the consolidated statements of financial position as at
October 31, 2024, and October 31, 2023 and the consolidated statements of income and
comprehensive income, consolidated statements of changes in equity and consolidated statements of
cash flows for the years then ended, and notes to the consolidated financial statements, including
material accounting policy information.
In our opinion, the accompanying consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material
respects, the consolidated financial position of the Group as at October 31, 2024 and October 31,
2023 and its consolidated financial performance and its consolidated cash flows for the years then
ended in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards as issued by the International Accounting
Standards Board (IFRS Accounting Standards).
Basis for Opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Our
responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor's Responsibilities for the
Audit of the Consolidated Financial Statements section of our report. We are independent of the Group
in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the consolidated financial
statements in Canada, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these
requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to
provide a basis for our opinion.
Key Audit Matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgement, were of most significance in
our audit of the consolidated financial statements of the current period. These matters were
addressed in the context of our audit of the consolidated financial statements as a whole, and in
forming our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters.
Assessment of the recoverable amount of cash generating units (“CGU”) to which goodwill has been
allocated or indicators of impairment exist
Refer to Notes 2, 3, 7, 8 and 9 of the consolidated financial statements.
IAS 36 – Impairment of Assets (“IAS 36”) requires indefinite life intangible assets to be tested for
impairment at least annually, and whenever there is an indication that the asset may be impaired. The
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Group has recorded goodwill of $1.310 million and other intangible asssets of $2.122 million as at
October 31, 2024.
The recoverable amount of a CGU (or group of CGUs), which is a significant estimate, is the higher of
its value in use and its fair value less costs of disposal. In determining the recoverable amount of the
CGU (or group of CGUs) on a value in use basis, the Group uses significant assumptions including
projected future revenues, income, terminal growth rate and discount rate.
Given the significance of management’s judgements and estimates in determining the value in use of
each CGU, we have identified the assessment of the recoverable amount of CGU’s to which goodwill
has been allocated or indicators of impairment exist as a key audit matter.
Our audit procedures included, amongst other procedures:
•
We evaluated the reasonableness of management’s cash flow projections used to establish
the recoverable amount of the CGUs by comparing them to the Group’s historical cash flows
•
We compared management’s historical forecasts of cash flow projections with actual results to
assess management’s ability to accurately predict cash flows
•
We involved valuation professionals with specialized skills and knowledge, who assisted in
evaluating the reasonableness of the terminal growth rates and discount rates used by
management. This included an assessment of the reasonableness of the required inputs into
the two rates
•
We assessed how management addressed estimation uncertainty by obtaining support for
management’s sensitivity analysis of their calculations of each CGU’s value in use, future cash
flows and terminal growth and discount rates.
Information Other than the Consolidated Financial the Consolidated Financial Statements and
Auditor’s Report Thereon
Management is responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the
Management Discussion and Analysis but does not include the consolidated financial statements and
our auditor’s report thereon.
Our opinion on the consolidated financial statements does not cover the other information and we do
not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon.
In connection with our audit of the consolidated financial statements, our responsibility is to read the
other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent
with the consolidated financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise appears
to be materially misstated.
If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this
other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard.
Responsibilities of Management and Those Charged with Governance for the Consolidated
Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial
statements in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards, and for such internal control as
management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of consolidated financial statements
that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the consolidated financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the
Group’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going
concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to
liquidate the Group or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.
Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the Group’s financial reporting
process.
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Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Consolidated Financial Statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial
statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue
an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but
is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing
standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from
fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be
expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these consolidated
financial statements.
As part of an audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards, we exercise
professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit. We also:
•
Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements,
whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and
obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk
of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from
error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the
override of internal control.
•
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures
that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the
effectiveness of the Group’s internal control.
•
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting
estimates and related disclosures made by management.
•
Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting
and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events
or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern.
If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s
report to the related disclosures in the consolidated financial statements or, if such disclosures are
inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to
the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Group to
cease to continue as a going concern.
•
Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the consolidated financial statements,
including the disclosures, and whether the consolidated financial statements represent the
underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
•
Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities or
business activities within the Group to express an opinion on the consolidated financial statements.
We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the group audit. We remain
solely responsible for our audit opinion.
We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned
scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in
internal control that we identify during our audit.
We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant
ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and
other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable,
related safeguards.
From the matters communicated with those charged with governance, we determine those matters
that were of most significance in the audit of the consolidated financial statements of the current period
and are therefore the key audit matters. We describe these matters in our auditor’s report unless law
or regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances,
we determine that a matter should not be communicated in our report because of the adverse
consequences of doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest benefits of
such communication.
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The engagement partner on the audit resulting in this independent auditor's report is Grant Cuylle.
Toronto, Canada
Chartered Professional Accountants
January 22, 2025
Licensed Public Accountants
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Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
As of October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
ASSETS
Current assets
$
$
Cash (Note 5)
101,877,263
92,720,293
Restricted cash held in escrow (Note 6)
3,239,729
3,480,485
Accounts receivable (Note 14)
10,996,318
21,125,546
Forward and option contract assets (Notes 13 and 15)
404,918
1,066,467
Other current assets (Note 20)
1,990,751
1,850,817
Total current assets
118,508,979
120,243,608
Property and equipment (Note 7)
2,373,134
1,033,948
Right-of-use assets (Note 9)
5,422,660
2,558,715
Intangible assets (Note 8)
2,122,185
3,668,740
Goodwill (Note 8)
1,309,701
2,172,180
Deferred tax asset, net (Note 10)
1,260,430
2,266,114
Other assets
164,495
106,139
Total assets
131,161,584
132,049,444
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Current liabilities
Lines of credit (Note 12)
5,032,894
14,679,991
Accounts payable
19,540,154
21,021,910
Accrued expenses
9,011,177
5,624,280
Holding accounts
9,032,535
5,909,235
Deferred revenues
601,453
648,818
Income taxes payable
175,557
635,183
Lease liabilities (Note 9)
1,265,445
1,577,758
Total current liabilities
44,659,215
50,097,175
Long term liabilities
Lease liabilities (Note 9)
5,042,427
1,388,961
Other long term liabilities
2,067,587
1,330,327
Total long term liabilities
7,110,014
2,719,288
Total liabilities
51,769,229
52,816,463
Equity
Share capital
6,333,931
6,443,397
Equity reserves
27,875,614
30,080,623
Retained earnings
45,182,810
42,708,961
Total equity
79,392,355
79,232,981
Total liabilities and equity
131,161,584
132,049,444
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Statements of Income and Comprehensive Income
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Year ended
Year ended
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
Revenues
$
$
Commissions revenue
80,466,220
77,043,358
Fee revenue
4,778,197
4,911,411
Total revenues (Note 4)
85,244,417
81,954,769
Operating expenses (Note 18)
69,560,357
63,220,520
Net operating income
15,684,060
18,734,249
Other income (loss)
Interest revenue
402,096
435,903
Loss on sale of assets
-
(30,527)
Impairment charges (Notes 7, 8 and 9)
(2,690,425)
-
Other (expense) income, net
(66)
58,465
Total other (expense) income
(2,288,395)
463,841
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization
13,395,665
19,198,090
Interest expense (Note 12)
719,115
1,088,161
Interest on lease liabilities (Note 9)
233,237
179,904
Depreciation and amortization
1,802,438
1,509,674
Depreciation of right-of-use assets (Note 9)
1,967,928
1,895,566
Income before income taxes
8,672,947
14,524,785
Income tax expense (Note 10)
6,199,098
4,331,278
Net income for the period
2,473,849
10,193,507
Other comprehensive income, after tax
Net income for the period
2,473,849
10,193,507
Items that may subsequently be reclassified to profit or loss
Exchange differences on translating foreign operations
61,026
(340,045)
Total other comprehensive income
2,534,875
9,853,462
Earnings per share (Note 17)
- Basic
0.39
1.59
- Diluted
0.38
1.52
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding (Note 17)
- Basic
6,287,096
6,424,751
- Diluted
6,560,427
6,696,942
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Share Capital
Equity Reserves
Retained Earnings
Total Equity
Shares
Amount
Share Premium
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Loss
Stock Options
Amount
Amount
#
$
$
$
#
$
$
$
Balance at November 1, 2023
6,443,397
6,443,397
32,827,629
(6,584,811)
857,484
3,837,805
42,708,961
79,232,981
Stock based compensation (Note 16)
-
-
-
-
58,049
448,928
-
448,928
Issue of share capital and share premium
on exercise of stock options (Note 16)
38,604
38,604
196,502
-
(116,493)
(310,227)
-
(75,121)
Shares purchased for cancellation (Note 16)
(148,070)
(148,070)
(2,601,238)
-
-
-
-
(2,749,308)
Gain on foreign currency translation
-
-
-
61,026
-
-
-
61,026
Net income
-
-
-
-
-
-
2,473,849
2,473,849
Balance, October 31, 2024
6,333,931
6,333,931
30,422,893
(6,523,785)
799,040
3,976,506
45,182,810
79,392,355
Balance at November 1, 2022
6,429,489
6,429,489
32,698,075
(6,244,766)
820,762
3,907,257
32,515,454
69,305,509
Stock based compensation (Note 16)
-
-
-
-
91,456
97,436
-
97,436
Issue of share capital and share premium
on exercise of stock options (Note 16)
13,908
13,908
129,554
-
(54,734)
(166,888)
-
(23,426)
Loss on foreign currency translation
-
-
-
(340,045)
-
-
-
(340,045)
Net income
-
-
-
-
-
-
10,193,507
10,193,507
Balance, October 31, 2023
6,443,397
6,443,397
32,827,629
(6,584,811)
857,484
3,837,805
42,708,961
79,232,981
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statement.
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
Cash flows from operating activities
$
$
Net income
2,473,849
10,193,507
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash flows from operating activities
Depreciation and amortization
1,802,438
1,509,674
Depreciation of right-of-use assets
1,967,928
1,895,566
Impairment charges (Note 8)
2,690,425
-
Stock based compensation
1,592,354
1,017,823
Gain on disposal, impairment of assets and leases
-
(30,527)
Increase (decrease) in cash due to change in:
Accounts receivable
10,159,487
(6,916,030)
Restricted cash held in escrow
235,471
262,364
Change in fair value of forward and option contract positions
672,387
(175,830)
Income taxes receivable
226
(229)
Other assets
(204,092)
3,050,288
Net deferred tax assets
1,032,546
(599,021)
Deferred revenues
(47,106)
143,629
Payments related to stock based compensation (Note 16)
(405,816)
(766,032)
Accounts payable, accrued expenses, holding accounts and other liabilities
4,699,281
(10,716,789)
Net cash flows from operating activities
26,669,378
(1,131,607)
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of property and equipment
(2,211,914)
(761,214)
Purchase of intangible assets
(791,209)
(528,809)
Proceeds from the sale of long term assets
-
10,000
Net cash flows from investing activities
(3,003,123)
(1,280,023)
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds related to stock based compensation, net (Note 16)
(75,121)
(23,425)
Repayment of lease liabilities
(2,119,343)
(2,093,022)
Interest on lease liabilities
232,946
179,856
Net (payment) borrowing on line of credit
(9,604,508)
8,852,591
Purchase of common shares for cancellation (Note 16)
(2,749,308)
-
Net cash flows from financing activities
(14,315,334)
6,916,000
Net change in cash
9,350,921
4,504,370
Cash, beginning of period
92,720,293
88,559,268
Exchange difference on foreign operations
(193,951)
(343,345)
Cash, end of period
101,877,263
92,720,293
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION
Cash paid during the period for income taxes
5,604,320
6,882,949
Cash paid during the period for interest
139,240
920,787
Cash received during the period for interest
402,096
435,903
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
1. Nature of Operations and Basis of Presentation
Nature of Operations
Currency Exchange International, Corp. (the Company) was originally incorporated under the name Currency Exchange
International, Inc. under the Florida Business Corporation Act on April 7, 1998. The Company changed its name to Currency
Exchange International, Corp. on October 19, 2007 and commenced its current business operations at that time. The
Company is a public corporation whose shares are listed and posted for trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under
the symbol “CXI“ and the over-the-counter market (OTC in the United States under the symbol “CURN.” The Company operates
as a money service and payments business that provides currency exchange, wire transfer, and cheque cashing services
from its locations in the United States and Canada. The Company maintains a head office and 6 main vaults as well as 40
branch locations and 390 employees. The Company’s registered head office is located at 6649 Westwood Boulevard, Suite
250, Orlando, Florida, 32821, United States of America. The Company’s wholly owned Canadian subsidiary, Exchange Bank
of Canada (EBC) is a non-deposit-taking, non-lending Schedule 1 bank engaged in foreign exchange services.
Basis of Presentation
The presentation currency of the Company’s consolidated financial statements is the U.S. Dollar. The accounting policies
set out in Note 2 of the consolidated financial statements have been applied consistently to all periods presented in these
consolidated financial statements. These consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a historical cost basis,
except for the following assets and liabilities, which are stated at their fair value: financial instruments classified as Fair
Value Through Profit or Loss (FVTPL), foreign currency forward and option contracts, and share based payment plans. In
addition, these consolidated financial statements have been prepared using the accrual basis of accounting, except for cash
flow information.
Statement of Compliance
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards as issued by the
International Accounting Standards Board (“IFRS Accounting Standards”).
These consolidated financial statements were authorized for issue and approved by the board of directors on January 22,
2025.
Comparative Figures
Certain comparative figures have been reclassified to conform to the presentation in the current period.
2. Summary of Material Accounting Policies
Recently Adopted Accounting Standards and Future Accounting Pronouncements
Certain pronouncements were issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) or International Financial
Reporting Interpretations Committee (IFRIC) and have been adopted in the current period or are applicable for future periods.
None of these pronouncements have, or are expected to have, a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial
statements.
-
Classification of Liabilities as Current or Non-current (Amendments to IAS 1);
-
Lease Liability in a Sale and Leaseback (Amendment to IFRS 16);
-
Supplier Finance Arrangements (Amendments to IAS 7 and IFRS 7); and
-
Non-current Liabilities with Covenants (Amendments to IAS 1).
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Future Accounting Pronouncements
Certain pronouncements were issued by the IASB or the IFRIC. Many are not applicable or do not have a significant impact to the
Company and have been excluded.
The following amended standards and interpretations have not yet been adopted and are not expected to have a significant impact
on the Company’s consolidated financial statements:
-
Lack of Exchangeability (Amendments to IAS 21);
-
Amendments to the Classification and Measurement of Financial Instruments (Amendments to IFRS 9 and 7); and
-
IFRS 19, Subsidiaries without Public Accountability: Disclosure.
Management is currently in the process of evaluating the potential impact of IFRS 18, Presentation and Disclosure in Financial
Statements. It has not yet been determined whether this will have a significant impact on the Company’s financial statements.
Principles of Consolidation
The consolidated financial statements comprise the financial statements of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiaries,
EBC, a Schedule 1 bank in Canada and eZforex.com, Inc. (eZforex) - a Texas-based money service business. Subsidiaries
are entities over which the Company has control, where control is defined as the power to govern financial and operating
policies of an entity to obtain benefit from its activities. Subsidiaries are fully consolidated from the date control is
transferred to the Company and are de-consolidated from the date control ceases. All material intercompany transactions
are eliminated on consolidation.
Cash
Cash includes, but is not limited to local and foreign currencies:
•
held in tills and vaults;
•
in transit;
•
at customer locations on consignment;
•
in branches or distribution centers; and
•
in bank accounts.
Foreign cash is recorded at fair value based on foreign exchange rates as at October 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Accounts Receivable
Trade accounts receivable are stated net of an allowance for doubtful accounts. Accounts receivable balances consist
primarily of bulk currency trades with a settlement cycle of 24 to 48 hours. The amount of accounts receivable varies widely
from period to period due to the volume of activity and timing differences. The Company applies a simplified approach in
accounting for the allowance for doubtful accounts based on lifetime expected credit losses in accordance with IFRS 9,
Financial Instruments (IFRS 9). These consider the potential for default during the life of the financial instrument and are the
expected shortfalls in contractual cash flows. To estimate the expected shortfall, the Company considers specific
customers, historical information, external indicators, and forward-looking information. There is minimal counter-party risk
as the majority of the Company's receivables reside with banks, money service business customers, and other financial
institutions. The Company has longstanding relationships with most of its customers and has a strong repayment history.
The Company does not accrue interest on past due receivables. Management determined that the allowance for doubtful
accounts was $171,509 as of October 31, 2024 (October 31, 2023, $400,000).
Revenue Recognition
IFRS 15, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (IFRS 15) provides a comprehensive framework for the recognition,
measurement, and disclosure of revenue from contracts with customers. To determine whether to recognize revenue, the
Company follows a five-step process whereby the Company: (i) identifies the contract with the customer; (ii) identifies the
performance obligations; (iii) determines the transaction price; (iv) allocates the transaction price to the performance
obligations; and (v) recognizes revenue when or as performance obligations are satisfied.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Commission revenues are the difference (spread) between the cost and the selling price of foreign currency products,
including banknotes, wire payments, cheque collections and draft issuances (foreign currency margin), together with the net
(realized or unrealized) gain or loss from foreign currency forward contracts with customers, and commissions paid on the
sale and purchase of currencies. The amount of this spread is based on competitive conditions and the convenience and
value-added services offered. These revenue contracts are short term in nature and generally have a single performance
obligation. Revenue is recognized when each transaction occurs, the performance obligation is satisfied, the currency is
delivered, or at the end of each reporting period when revaluations of foreign exchange positions take place. For contracts
whose performance obligations are not satisfied (or partially not satisfied) at the end of the reporting period, amounts as
such are not recognized in the consolidated statements of income and comprehensive income and are recorded in the
consolidated statements of financial position as deferred revenues until the performance obligation is satisfied.
Fee income includes fees collected on wire transfers, cheque collections, and currency exchange transactions. These
revenue contracts are short term in nature and generally have a single performance obligation with revenue being recognized
when the transaction occurs, the performance obligation is satisfied, and when the currency is delivered.
Foreign Currency Translation
Transactions denominated in foreign currencies are translated to the functional currency at the exchange rate at the date
of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies at the consolidated statements of
financial position date are translated at rates as at that date. The functional currency of EBC is the Canadian Dollar and the
functional currency of the Company and eZforex is the United States Dollar.
In situations where the functional currency is not the same as the presentation currency, foreign currency-denominated
assets and liabilities are translated to their presentation currency equivalents using foreign exchange rates in effect at the
consolidated statements of financial position date. Revenues and expenses are translated at average rates of exchange
during the period. Exchange gains or losses arising from the consolidation of the Canadian subsidiary are included in
accumulated other comprehensive income. On disposal of a foreign operation, the related cumulative translation differences
recognized in equity reserves are reclassified to profit or loss and are recognized as part of the gain or loss on disposal.
Foreign Currency Forward and Option Contracts
The Company enters into foreign currency forward and option contracts with non-client counterparties, to mitigate the risk
of fluctuations in exchange rates of its exposure to certain major currencies related to its Banknotes product line. Forward
contracts are entered into daily, with maturities up to 30 days. Option contracts are entered into selectively once per quarter,
with a maturity up to 90 days.
Foreign currency forward and option contracts are recognized on the Company's consolidated statements of financial
position when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. The instrument is derecognized
from the consolidated statements of financial position when the contractual rights or obligations expire or are extinguished.
These non-client counterparty foreign currency forward and option contracts, as referred to above, are recognized at fair
value and changes in fair value are included in operating expenses in the consolidated statements of income and
comprehensive income and are recorded as either contract assets or contract liabilities at the end of the reporting period.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Property and Equipment
Property and equipment are initially recorded at their cost and depreciated over its estimated useful life. Cost includes
expenditures which are directly attributable to bringing the asset into working condition for its intended use. Depreciation
is calculated on a straight-line basis, as follows:
•
Vehicles
3 years
•
Computer equipment
3 years
•
Furniture and equipment
3-5 years
•
Leasehold improvements
the lesser of the lease term or useful life
When parts of an asset have different useful lives, depreciation is calculated on each separate part. In determining the
useful lives of the component parts, the Company considers both the physical condition of the parts as well as technological
life limitations. Estimates of remaining useful lives and residual values are reviewed annually. Changes in estimates are
accounted for prospectively.
Goodwill and Intangible Assets
Goodwill, representing the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of the net assets acquired in a business
combination, is carried at its original value based on the acquisition, less impairment losses determined subsequent to the
acquisition.
Intangible assets are comprised of the Company's internally developed software (CXIFX) and its related modules, as well as
software and customer trading relationships acquired through business combinations or asset purchase transactions.
Costs that are directly attributable to a project’s development phase are recognized as intangible assets, provided they have
met the following recognition requirements:
•
the development costs can be measured reliably;
•
the project is technically and commercially feasible;
•
the Company intends to and has sufficient resources to complete the project;
•
the Company has the ability to use or sell the software; and
•
the software will generate probable future economic benefits.
Development costs not meeting these criteria for capitalization are expensed as incurred.
Amortization for intangibles is computed on an individual basis over the estimated economic life using the straight-line
method as follows:
•
Internally developed software
5 years
•
Acquired software
2 years
•
Customer trading relationships
5-10 years
•
Trade name, non-competition agreements
5 years
Residual values and useful lives are reviewed at each reporting date.
Business Combinations
Business combinations are accounted for by applying the acquisition method. The acquisition method involves the
recognition of the acquiree’s identifiable assets and liabilities, including contingent liabilities, regardless of whether they
were recorded in the financial statements prior to acquisition. The acquiree’s identifiable assets and liabilities that meet the
conditions for recognition under IFRS 3, Business Combinations (IFRS 3) are recognized at their fair value at the acquisition
date.
The cost of an acquisition is measured as the aggregate of the consideration transferred, which is measured at acquisition
date fair value. Transaction costs related to the acquisition are expensed as they are incurred.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Any contingent consideration to be transferred by the acquirer will be recognized at fair value at the acquisition date.
Subsequent changes to the fair value of the contingent consideration that is determined to be a financial asset or liability
will be recognized in accordance with IFRS 9, at FVTPL. Contingent consideration that is classified as equity is not re‐
measured, and its subsequent settlement is accounted for within equity.
Goodwill arising on acquisition is recognized as an asset that represents the excess of acquisition cost over the fair value
of the Company’s share of the identifiable net assets of the acquiree on the date of the acquisition. Any excess of identifiable
net assets over the acquisition cost is recognized in net income immediately after acquisition.
Where goodwill forms part of a cash-generating unit (CGU), and part of the operation within that unit is disposed of, it is
included in the carrying amount of the operation when determining the gain or loss on disposal of the operation. Goodwill
disposed of in this circumstance is measured based on the relative fair value of the operation disposed of and the portion
of the CGU retained.
If the initial accounting for a business combination is incomplete by the end of the reporting period in which the combination
occurs, the Company reports provisional amounts for the items for which the accounting is incomplete. Those provisional
amounts are adjusted during the measurement period, or additional assets or liabilities are recognized, to reflect new
information obtained about facts and circumstances that existed at the acquisition date that, if known, would have affected
the amounts recognized at that time.
The measurement period may be up to one year from the acquisition date. Upon conclusion of the measurement period or
final determination of the values of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, whichever occurs first, any subsequent
adjustments are recorded to income within the consolidated statements of income and comprehensive income.
For a given acquisition, the Company may identify certain pre‐acquisition contingencies as of the acquisition date and may
extend its review and evaluation of these pre‐acquisition contingencies throughout the measurement period to obtain
sufficient information to assess these contingencies as part of acquisition accounting, as applicable.
Impairment Testing of Goodwill; Other Intangible Assets; and Property and Equipment
For impairment assessment purposes, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are largely independent cash
inflows, referred to as CGU’s. As a result, some assets are tested individually for impairment, and some are tested at the
CGU level. Except for goodwill arising from business acquisitions, IAS 36, Impairment of Assets (IAS 36) requires that an
entity performs an assessment for impairment of assets if, at the end of the year, there is an objective indication of
impairment for the individual assets or the identified CGU. Goodwill is allocated to those CGUs that are expected to benefit
from synergies of a related business combination and represent the lowest level within the Company at which management
monitors goodwill. CGUs to which goodwill has been allocated are tested for impairment at least annually. All other individual
assets or CGUs are tested for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount
may not be recoverable.
An impairment loss is recognized for the amount by which the asset’s (or CGU’s) carrying amount exceeds its recoverable
amount, which is the higher of fair value less costs of disposal and value-in-use. To determine the value-in-use, management
estimates expected future cash flows from each CGU and determines a suitable discount rate in order to calculate the
present value of those cash flows. The data used for impairment testing procedures are directly linked to the Company’s
latest approved budget and are adjusted as necessary to exclude the effects of future reorganizations and asset
enhancements. Discount factors are determined individually for each CGU and reflect current market assessments of the
Time Value of Money (TVM) and asset-specific risk factors. Impairment losses for CGUs first reduce the carrying amount of
any goodwill allocated to that CGU. Any remaining impairment loss is charged pro rata to the other assets in the CGU. With
the exception of goodwill, all assets are subsequently reassessed for indications that an impairment loss previously
recognized may no longer exist. An impairment loss is reversed if the asset’s or CGU’s recoverable amount exceeds it
carrying amount.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Provisions
Provisions are recognized when, (i) the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event,
and (ii) it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and
a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. Where the Company expects some or all of a provision to
be reimbursed, for example, under an insurance contract, the reimbursement is recognized as a separate asset, but only
when the reimbursement is virtually certain. The expense relating to any provision is presented in the consolidated
statements of income and comprehensive income, net of any reimbursement. This net expense is recorded in operating
expenses, typically with losses and shortages, in the period in which the obligation is recognized. If the effect of the TVM
is material, provisions are discounted using a current pretax rate that reflects, where appropriate, the risks specific to the
liability. Where discounting is used, the increase in the provision due to the passage of time is recognized as a finance cost.
No liability is recognized if an outflow of economic resources as a result of present obligations is not probable. Such
situations are disclosed as contingent liabilities unless the outflow of resources is remote.
Provisions for legal disputes, onerous contracts, regulatory compliance matters, or other claims are recognized when the
Company has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of a past event, or it is probable that an outflow of
economic resources will be required from the Company and amounts can be estimated reliably. The timing or amount of the
outflow may still be uncertain.
Restructuring provisions are recognized only if a detailed formal plan for the restructuring exists and management has either
communicated the plan’s main features to those affected or started implementation. Provisions are not recognized for future
operating losses.
Holding Accounts
Holding accounts represent funds received from customers that are held by the Company in the customer’s transactional
currency on behalf of the customer, who has the unilateral right to transfer out or convert the funds at any time. Amounts
are initially measured at fair value, net of any transaction costs directly attributable to the issuance of the financial
instrument.
Holding accounts are subsequently measured at amortized cost, using the effective interest rate method.
Share Based Payments
The Company's Deferred Share Unit (DSU) Plan and Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) Plan (collectively the Plans) allow certain
employees and directors to receive restricted and deferred share units (Units) of the Company. The Units are cash-settled
only and are, therefore, classified as a financial liability. The Units are measured at the fair value of the Company’s equity
instruments at the grant date as a financial liability in the consolidated statements of financial position. The fair value
determined at the grant date of the cash-settled, share based payments is expensed on a straight-line basis over the period
during which the employees and directors become unconditionally entitled to the instrument. At the end of each reporting
period, the Company revises its estimate of the Unit’s liability based on the fair value of the Company’s equity instruments.
The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognized in profit or loss, such that the cumulative expense
reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the liability.
Financial Instruments
Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognized on the consolidated statements of financial position when the
Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the financial instrument. The Company is required to initially
recognize all of its financial assets and liabilities, including derivatives and embedded derivatives in certain contracts, at
fair value. Subsequent measurement of financial assets and financial liabilities is described below.
Financial assets are derecognized when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the financial asset expire, or when the
financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards are transferred. A financial liability is derecognized when it is
extinguished, discharged, canceled, or expired.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Classification and Measurement of Financial Assets
IFRS 9 provides guidance on the classification and measurement of financial assets and prescribes an Expected Credit Loss
(ECL) model for the impairment of financial assets. IFRS 9 also contains requirements on the application of a hedging model
to align hedge accounting more closely with entities’ risk management activities.
IFRS 9 includes a classification and measurement approach for financial assets that considers the business model in which
the assets are managed and their cash flow characteristics. Subsequent to initial recognition, financial assets are not
reclassified unless the Company adopts changes in its business model for managing those assets. Financial assets, other
than those designated and effective as hedging instruments, are classified into the following categories: amortized cost;
Fair Value Through Profit or Loss (FVTPL); or Fair Value Through Other Comprehensive Income (FVTOCI).
Subsequent to initial recognition, financial liabilities are measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method,
except for derivatives and financial liabilities designated at FVTPL, which are carried subsequently at fair value with gains
or losses recorded in the consolidated statements of income and comprehensive income.
The Company’s financial assets and liabilities are classified and measured as follows:
•
Cash
Fair value through profit or loss
•
Restricted cash held in escrow
Amortized cost
•
Accounts receivable
Amortized cost
•
Forward and option contract assets
Fair value through profit or loss
•
Lines of credit
Amortized cost
•
Accounts payable
Amortized cost
•
Holding accounts
Amortized cost
•
Restricted and deferred share units
Fair value through profit or loss
Transaction costs, other than those related to financial instruments classified as FVTPL or FVTOCI, which are expensed as
incurred are added to, or deducted from, the fair value of the financial asset or financial liability, as appropriate, on initial
recognition and amortized using the effective interest method.
Financial Instruments Recorded at Fair Value
Financial instruments recorded at fair value in the consolidated statements of financial position are classified using a fair
value hierarchy that reflects the significance of the inputs used in making the measurements. The fair value hierarchy has
the following levels:
•
Level 1- quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;
•
Level 2 - inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either
directly or indirectly; and
•
Level 3 - unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.
Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedge Accounting
Derivative financial instruments are accounted for at FVTPL, except for derivatives designated as hedging instruments in
cash flow hedge relationships, of which the Company has none.
Impairment of Financial Assets
IFRS 9’s impairment requirements incorporates the Expected Credit Loss (ECL) model which uses forward-looking
information to recognize expected credit losses. Instruments within the scope of IFRS 9 include loans and other debt-type
financial assets measured at amortized cost and FVTOCI, trade receivables, contract assets recognized and measured under
IFRS 15, as well as loan commitments and some financial guarantee contracts that are not measured at FVTPL.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Under IFRS 9, the Company considers a wider range of information when assessing credit risk and measuring expected
credit losses, including past events, current conditions, and reasonable projections that impact the collectability of the
future cash flows of the instrument.
Leases
At the inception of a lease contract, the Company assesses whether the contract is or contains a lease. A contract is or
contains a lease if the contract conveys that right of control of the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange
for consideration. In assessing whether a contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset, the Company
assess whether: (i) the contract involves the use of an identified asset; (ii) the Company has the right to obtain substantially
all of the economic benefits from the use of the asset throughout the period, and/or; (iii) the Company has the right to direct
the use of the asset.
The Company recognizes a right-of-use asset and a lease liability at the lease commencement date. The right-of-use asset
is initially measured at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability adjusted for any lease payments made
at or before the commencement date, plus any initial direct costs incurred and an estimate of costs to dismantle and remove
the underlying asset or to restore the underlying asset or the site in which it is located, less any lease incentives received.
The right-of-use asset is subsequently depreciated using the straight-line method from the commencement date to the
earlier of the end of the useful life of the right-of-use asset or the end of the lease term plus expected renewal options which
are available to the Company. In addition, the right-of-use asset is reduced by impairment losses, if any identified, and
adjusted for certain remeasurements of the lease liability.
The lease liability is initially measured at the present value of the lease payments that have not been paid at the
commencement date, discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease or, if that rate cannot be readily determined,
the Company’s incremental borrowing rate.
Lease payments included in the measurement of the lease liability may be comprised of: (i) fixed payments; (ii) variable
lease payments that depend on an index rate, initially measured using the index as the commencement date; (iii) amounts
expected to be payable under a residual value guarantee; (iv) the exercise price under purchase option that the Company is
reasonably certain to exercise; (v) lease payments in an optional renewal period if the Company is reasonably certain to
exercise an extension option, and (vi) penalties for early termination of a lease unless the Company is reasonably certain
not to terminate early.
The lease liability is measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method. It is remeasured when there is a change
in future lease payments arising from a change in an index or rate, if there is a change in the Company’s estimate of the
amount expected to be payable under a residual value guarantee, or if the Company changes its assessment of whether it
will exercise a purchase, extension, or termination option. When the lease liability is remeasured, a corresponding
adjustment is made to the carrying amount of the right-of-use asset or is recorded in profit or loss if the carrying amount of
the right-of-use has been reduced to zero. The Company recognizes a depreciation charge for the right-of-use assets and
interest expense on lease liabilities in the consolidated statements of income and comprehensive income. Lease payments
for short-term leases and for leases of low-value assets that are not included in the measurement of the lease liability are
classified as cash flows from operating activities.
The remeasurement of the lease liability, is dealt with by a reduction in the carrying amount of the right-of-use asset to
reflect the full or partial termination of the lease for lease modifications that reduce the scope of the lease. Any gain or loss
relating to the partial or full termination of the lease is recognized in profit or loss. The right-of-use asset is adjusted for all
other lease modifications.
Accounts Receivable
The Company applies a simplified approach in accounting for the loss allowance for receivables and contract assets as
lifetime expected credit losses. These consider the potential for default during the life of the financial instrument and are
the expected shortfalls in contractual cash flows. To estimate the expected shortfall, the Company considers specific
customers, historical information, external indicators, and forward-looking information.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Earnings per Share
The Company presents basic and diluted earnings per share data for its common shares, calculated by dividing the earnings
attributable to common shareholders of the Company by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during
the period. Diluted earnings per share is determined by adjusting the earnings attributable to common shareholders and the
weighted average number of common shares outstanding for the effects of all dilutive warrants and options outstanding
that may add to the total number of common shares.
Income Taxes
Current income tax assets and liabilities comprise those obligations to, or claims from, fiscal authorities relating to the
current or prior reporting period, that are unpaid at the consolidated statements of financial position date.
Deferred income taxes are calculated using the liability method on temporary differences. Tax losses available to be carried
forward as well as other income tax credits are assessed for recognition as deferred tax assets.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are calculated at tax rates that are expected to apply to their respective period of
realization, provided they are enacted or substantively enacted at the consolidated statements of financial position date.
This provision is not discounted. Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognized in full, although Income Taxes (IAS 12)
specifies limited exemptions. Deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent that it is probable that they will be able to be
offset against future taxable income.
Management bases its assessment of the probability of future taxable income on the Company's latest approved forecasts,
which are adjusted for significant non-taxable income and expenses and specific limits to the use of any unused tax loss or
credit. The specific tax rules in the numerous jurisdictions in which the Company operates are also carefully taken into
consideration. If a positive forecast of taxable income indicates the probable use of a deferred tax asset, that deferred tax
asset is recognized in full. The recognition of deferred tax assets that are subject to certain legal or economic limits or
uncertainties is assessed individually by management based on specific facts and circumstances.
Changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized as a component of tax expense in the consolidated statements
of income and comprehensive income, except where they relate to items that are charged or credited directly to equity in
which case the related deferred tax is also charged or credited directly to equity.
3. Significant Management Judgment in Applying Accounting Policies and Estimation
Uncertainty
When preparing the consolidated financial statements, management undertakes several judgments, estimates, and
assumptions about the recognition and measurement of assets, liabilities, income, and expenses. The actual results may
differ from judgments, estimates, and assumptions made by management, and will seldom equal the estimated results.
The judgments, estimates, and assumptions applied in the consolidated financial statements, including the key sources of
estimation uncertainty, have been updated based on information at October 31, 2024 and with particular respect to the
analysis of income taxes and recoverability of potential deferred tax assets as well as the analysis of potential impairment
of the Company’s assets, including goodwill, and its ability to continue as a going concern.
Significant Management Judgment
The following are significant management judgments in applying the accounting policies of the Company and have the most
significant effect on the consolidated financial statements:
Carrying Value of Internally Developed Software
The Company makes significant judgments about the value of its proprietary software, CXIFX. Once the scope of a project
is deemed technologically feasible, the Company capitalizes costs incurred for the planning, development, and testing
phases of modules developed within its software. Subsequent to the completion of the software development cycle, each
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
module is amortized over its estimated useful economic life, which has been assessed as a period of five years. Costs
relating to software maintenance, regular software updates, and minor software customizations are expensed as incurred.
The Company reviews completed software modules within CXIFX for impairment on an ongoing basis.
Income Taxes and Recoverability of Potential Deferred Tax Assets
In assessing the probability of realizing income tax assets recognized, management makes estimates related to
expectations of future taxable income, applicable tax planning opportunities, intercompany allocations in accordance with
its transfer pricing policy, expected timing of reversals of existing temporary differences, and the likelihood that tax
positions taken will be sustained upon examination by applicable tax authorities. In making its assessments, management
gives additional weight to positive and negative evidence that can be objectively verified. Estimates of future taxable income
are based on forecasted cash flows from operations and the application of existing tax laws in each jurisdiction. The
Company considers whether relevant tax planning opportunities are (1) within the Company’s control, (2) feasible, and (3)
within management’s ability to implement. Examination by applicable tax authorities is supported based on individual facts
and circumstances of the relevant tax position examined in light of all available evidence. Where applicable tax laws and
regulations are either unclear or subject to ongoing varying interpretations, it is reasonably possible that changes in these
estimates can occur that materially affect the amounts of income tax assets recognized. Also, future changes in tax laws
could limit the Company from realizing the tax benefits from the deferred tax assets. The Company reassesses unrecognized
income tax assets at each reporting period. During the three-month period ended April 30, 2024, management reassessed
the recoverability of its deferred tax asset, specifically related to the unused loss carry forwards in its wholly-owned
subsidiary, EBC. As a result, the deferred tax asset was eliminated and a corresponding increase in deferred tax expense in
the amount of $1,429,852 was recorded in the statement of income and comprehensive income. This increased deferred tax
expense resulted in a 39% increase in the effective tax rate for the year ended October 31, 2024.
Impairment of Financial Assets
All financial assets except for those at FVTPL are reviewed for impairment at least at each reporting date to identify whether
there is any objective evidence that a financial asset or group of financial assets is impaired.
Impairment of Non-financial Assets
In the determination of carrying values and impairment charges, management looks at the recoverable amount, which is the
higher of the value-in-use or fair value less costs of disposal and at objective evidence for a significant or prolonged decline
of fair value on financial assets indicating impairment. These determinations and their individual assumptions require that
management make a decision based on the best available information at each reporting period. The Company reviews
property and equipment and intangible assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that
the carrying value may not be recoverable.
Goodwill is tested for impairment at least annually, in the fourth quarter, and at other times when such indicators exist. The
Company performed its annual impairment assessment as of October 31, 2024 and, as a result, recognized an impairment
loss during the year. See Note 8 for further details.
Estimation Uncertainty
Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Information about estimates and assumptions
that have the most significant effect on recognition and measurements of assets, liabilities, income, and expenses is
provided below. Actual results may be substantially different.
Share Based Payments
Management determines the overall expense for share based payments using market-based valuation techniques. The fair
value of the market-based and performance-based share awards are determined at the date of grant using generally
accepted valuation techniques. The determination of the most appropriate valuation model is dependent on the terms and
conditions of the grant. Assumptions are made and judgments are used in applying valuation techniques. These
assumptions and judgments include estimating the future volatility of the stock price, expected dividend yield, future
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
employee turnover rates, future employee stock option exercise behaviors, and corporate performance. The assumptions
and models used for estimating fair value for share based payment transactions are disclosed in Note 16 Such judgments
and assumptions are inherently uncertain. Changes in these assumptions affect the fair value estimates.
Depreciation and Amortization Expenses
The Company's property and equipment and intangible assets are depreciated and amortized over their estimated useful
economic lives. Useful lives are based upon management's best estimates of the length of time that the assets will generate
revenue, which is reviewed at least annually for appropriateness. Changes to these estimates can result in variations in the
amounts charged for depreciation or amortization and in the assets' carrying amounts.
Fair Value Measurement
Management uses valuation techniques to determine the fair value of certain financial instruments (where active market
quotes are not available). This involves developing estimates and assumptions consistent with how market participants
would price the instrument. Management bases its assumptions on observable data as much as possible, but this data is
not always available. In that case, management uses the best information available. Estimated fair values may vary from
the actual prices that would be achieved in an arm’s length transaction at the reporting date.
Contingencies
The Company is subject to contingencies that are not recognized as liabilities because they are either:
•
possible obligations that have yet to be confirmed whether the Company has a present obligation that could lead
to an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits; or
•
present obligations that do not meet recognition criteria because either it is not probable that an outflow of
resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, or a sufficiently reliable estimate
of the amount of the obligation cannot be made.
4. Segments
The Company operates in the United States and Canada. The Company’s revenue from external customers and information
about its assets by geographical location and product line are detailed below:
Revenues by Geography
United States
Canada
Total
Year ended October 31, 2024
68,877,946
16,366,471
85,244,417
Year ended October 31, 2023
64,531,245
17,423,524
81,954,769
Revenues by Product Line
Banknotes
Payments
Total
Year ended October 31, 2024
69,236,777
16,007,640
85,244,417
Year ended October 31, 2023
67,624,421
14,330,348
81,954,769
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
United States
Canada
Total
United States
Canada
Total
Assets
$
$
$
$
$
$
Cash
66,218,081
35,659,182
101,877,263
58,238,107
34,482,186
92,720,293
Restricted cash held in escrow
-
3,239,729
3,239,729
-
3,480,485
3,480,485
Accounts receivable
8,743,640
2,252,678
10,996,318
16,927,524
4,198,022
21,125,546
Forward and option contract assets
113,511
291,407
404,918
160,654
905,813
1,066,467
Other current assets
1,418,886
571,865
1,990,751
1,491,564
359,253
1,850,817
Property and equipment
2,366,782
6,352
2,373,134
938,501
95,447
1,033,948
Right-of-use assets
5,422,660
-
5,422,660
2,144,912
413,803
2,558,715
Intangible assets
2,122,185
-
2,122,185
2,109,849
1,558,891
3,668,740
Goodwill
1,309,701
-
1,309,701
1,309,701
862,479
2,172,180
Deferred tax asset, net
1,260,430
-
1,260,430
858,709
1,407,405
2,266,114
Other assets
164,495
-
164,495
106,139
-
106,139
Total assets
89,140,371
42,021,213
131,161,584
84,285,660
47,763,784
132,049,444
5. Cash
Included within cash of $101,877,263 at October 31, 2024 (October 31, 2023 - $92,720,293) are the following cash balances:
October31,2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Cash held in transit, vaults, tills, and consignment locations
68,622,843
65,714,489
Cash deposited in bank accounts in jurisdictions in which the Company operates
33,254,420
27,005,804
Total
101,877,263
92,720,293
6. Restricted Cash Held in Escrow
Certain of the Company's secured transactions and derivative contracts require the Company to post cash collateral or
maintain minimum cash balances in escrow. Foreign currency forward contracts that require margin can be closed
immediately resulting in the collateral being liquidated. The Company has also been required to post the collateral
associated with its credit facility with Desjardins Group (see Note 12). At October 31, 2024, the Company had cash collateral
balances of $3,239,729 (October 31, 2023 - $3,480,485), represented by $2,880,207 (October 31, 2023 - $3,119,888) being
held as collateral on forward contracts and $359,522 (October 31, 2023 - $360,597) being held as collateral for the Desjardins
Group credit facility. These balances are reflected as restricted cash held in escrow in the consolidated statements of
financial position.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
7. Property and Equipment
Property and equipment for the period consist of the following:
Vehicles
Computer
equipment
Furniture and
equipment
Leasehold
improvements
Total
Cost
$
$
$
$
$
Balance, October 31, 2022
48,251
577,687
1,175,105
3,122,707
4,923,750
Additions
50,036
147,742
256,058
307,378
761,214
Disposals
(31,646)
(281,035)
(142,948)
(412,553)
(868,182)
Net exchange differences
-
(3,692)
(7,231)
(12,078)
(23,001)
Balance, October 31, 2023
66,641
440,702
1,280,984
3,005,454
4,793,781
Additions
-
267,600
1,097,293
847,021
2,211,914
Net exchange differences
-
(981)
(1,280)
(3,126)
(5,387)
Balance, October 31, 2024
66,641
707,321
2,376,997
3,849,349
7,000,308
Vehicles
Computer
equipment
Furniture and
equipment
Leasehold
improvements
Total
Depreciation and impairment
$
$
$
$
$
Balance, October 31, 2022
48,251
547,412
1,066,311
2,550,329
4,212,303
Additions
15,289
38,320
58,150
325,939
437,698
Disposals
(31,646)
(281,035)
(142,948)
(412,553)
(868,182)
Net exchange differences
-
(2,760)
(6,352)
(12,874)
(21,986)
Balance, October 31, 2023
31,894
301,937
975,161
2,450,841
3,759,833
Additions
16,679
89,513
218,439
426,810
751,441
Impairment charges
185
32,400
45,200
43,966
121,751
Net exchange differences
-
(1,138)
(1,676)
(3,037)
(5,851)
Balance, October 31, 2024
48,758
422,712
1,237,124
2,918,580
4,627,174
Vehicles
Computer
equipment
Furniture and
equipment
Leasehold
improvements
Total
Carrying amounts
$
$
$
$
$
Balance, October 31, 2023
34,747
138,765
305,823
554,613
1,033,948
Balance, October 31, 2024
17,883
284,609
1,139,873
930,769
2,373,134
For the year ended October 31, 2024, the impairment charge of $121,751 represented the write down of certain items of
property and equipment assets operating in both the Canadian and the United States segments to the recoverable amount
because of a decline in the value in use. This was recognized in other income (loss) in the consolidated statements of income
and comprehensive income. The recoverable amount as of October 31, 2024 was determined based on the fair value less
costs of disposal which was determined to be higher than the value in use and it was determined at the CGU level. See Note
8 for further details.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
8. Goodwill and Intangible Assets
Intangible assets comprise the Company's internally developed software (CXIFX) and its related modules, as well as
software and customer trading relationships acquired through various business combinations.
Goodwill and intangible assets for the period consist of the following:
Internally
developed
software
Acquired
software
Customer
trading
relationships
Trade name,
non-compete
& unpatented
tech cost
Goodwill
Total
Cost
$
$
$
$
$
$
Balance, October 31, 2022
3,767,748
804,318
7,378,413
1,011,997
2,187,445
15,149,921
Additions
523,772
5,038
-
-
-
528,810
Disposals
(254,180)
-
-
-
-
(254,180)
Net exchange differences
8,850
(6,900)
(259,555)
(5,948)
(15,265)
(278,818)
Balance, October 31, 2023
4,046,190
802,456
7,118,858
1,006,049
2,172,180
15,145,733
Additions
791,209
-
-
-
-
791,209
Net exchange differences
(60)
(57)
(8,995)
(1,003)
16,461
6,346
Balance, October 31, 2024
4,837,339
802,399
7,109,863
1,005,046
2,188,641
15,943,288
Internally
developed
software
Acquired
software
Customer
trading
relationships
Trade name,
non-compete
& unpatented
tech cost
Goodwill
Total
Amortization and impairment
$
$
$
$
$
$
Balance, October 31, 2022
2,809,387
748,669
4,520,262
601,532
-
8,679,850
Amortization
415,532
6,509
456,308
193,627
-
1,071,976
Disposals
(207,580)
-
-
-
-
(207,580)
Net exchange differences
(35,214)
36,813
(236,256)
(4,776)
-
(239,433)
Balance, October 31, 2023
2,982,125
791,991
4,740,314
790,383
-
9,304,813
Amortization
430,761
5,239
441,710
173,286
-
1,050,996
Impairment charges
15,182
1,684
1,241,082
43,813
868,997
2,170,758
Net exchange differences
(163)
(116)
(22,393)
(2,436)
9,943
(15,165)
Balance, October31, 2024
3,427,905
798,798
6,400,713
1,005,046
878,940
12,511,402
Internally
developed
software
Acquired
software
Customer
trading
relationships
Trade name,
non-compete
& unpatented
tech cost
Goodwill
Total
Carrying amounts
$
$
$
$
$
$
Balance, October 31, 2023
1,064,065
10,465
2,378,544
215,666
2,172,180
5,840,920
Balance, October 31, 2024
1,409,434
3,601
709,150
-
1,309,701
3,431,886
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
For the year ended October 31, 2024, the impairment charge of $2,170,758 represented the write down of certain items of
goodwill and intangible assets operating in both the Canadian and the United States segments to the recoverable amount
because of decline in the value in use. This was recognized in other income (loss) in the consolidated statements of income
and comprehensive income. The recoverable amount as of October 31, 2024 was determined based on the value in use and
it was determined at the CGU level. See below for further details.
The movement in the net carrying amount of goodwill are as follows:
Denarius
eZforex
Total
Gross carrying amount
$
$
$
Balance, October 31, 2022
877,744
1,309,701
2,187,445
Impact from Canadian Dollar retranslation
(15,265)
-
(15,265)
Balance, October 31, 2023
862,479
1,309,701
2,172,180
Impact from Canadian Dollar retranslation
16,461
-
16,461
Balance, October 31, 2024
878,940
1,309,701
2,188,641
Accumulated Impairment
Balance, October 31, 2022
-
-
-
Impairment loss recognized
-
-
-
Balance, October 31, 2023
-
-
-
Impairment loss recognized
(868,997)
-
(868,997)
Impact from Canadian Dollar retranslation
(9,943)
-
(9,943)
Balance, October 31, 2024
(878,940)
-
(878,940)
Carrying amount at October 31, 2024
-
1,309,701
1,309,701
Impairment Testing
The Company performed its annual impairment tests as of October 31, 2024 and 2023 by comparing the carrying amount of
each CGU to its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount of each CGU is determined based on the higher of estimated
value-in-use and the fair value less costs of disposal. For the impairment test, goodwill acquired through a business
acquisition transaction cannot be tested for impairment individually and, therefore, was allocated to the CGUs that benefit
from the synergies of the business combination in which the goodwill arises. This is assessed for impairment annually, or
more frequently if there are objective indications of impairment. The Company has goodwill acquired through the Denarius
acquisition in Canada and goodwill acquired through the eZforex acquisition in the US.
Below is a summary of the carrying amounts and recoverable amounts of goodwill allocated to the respective CGUs:
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
Carrying amount of goodwill allocated to cash generating units
$
$
Denarius (allocated to Canada Payments)
-
862,479
eZforex (allocated to U.S. Banknotes)
1,309,701
1,309,701
Total
1,309,701
2,172,180
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
Recoverable amount of each cash generating unit
$
$
Payments in Canada
2,197
2,996,082
Banknotes in U.S.
76,943,419
34,684,734
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
In determining the CGUs asset allocations for the purpose of the impairment review, management has reviewed the sources
of revenues, projected cash flows and the usage of its assets in generating those revenues including product lines, regions,
individual locations and projected growth rates. Additionally, management reviewed how the Company makes decisions
about continuing or disposing of its assets and operations. Based on above factors, management has determined that, for
the purpose of the allocation of goodwill and the annual impairment assessment, there were two separately identifiable
CGUs, being Payments in Canada (including Denarius) and Banknotes in the U.S. (including eZforex). Goodwill related to
Denarius acquisition was allocated to the Payments in Canada CGU while goodwill related to eZforex was allocated to the
Banknotes in the U.S. CGU.
Canada Segment
The Canadian segment includes two CGUs, Payments and Banknotes. Based on the required annual impairment test
performed at October 31, 2024 and the information available for the Company, the Company has determined that there were
indicators of impairment and that the estimated value in use for each of the Canadian CGUs was lower than the carrying
amount of these CGUs based on the projected cash flows resulting from a lack of sufficient revenue growth in these CGUs
and the slow economy trend in Canada, indicating an impairment of goodwill and impairment of the assets of these operating
Canadian CGUs.
Payments in Canada
The Payments segment’s recoverable amount in Canada of $2,197 as of October 31, 2024 was determined based on the fair
value less costs of disposal, which was greater than the estimated value in use calculation. The value in use calculation
utilized cash flow projections from senior management’s approved 3 year budget as described further below. The projected
cash flow for this CGU reflected slow revenue growth that led to a lack of positive projected cash flows sufficient to support
the recoverability of the carrying amounts of assets allocated to this CGU as of October 31, 2024. Further, the projected
cash flows were determined to be lower than the carrying amounts of the assets operating within this CGU. Accordingly,
management has estimated fair value less costs of disposal and has determined that the recoverable amount would equal
the fair value less costs of disposal since it was greater than the estimated value in use, and that the carrying amounts of
all the operating assets within this CGU should be written down to the fair value less costs of disposal, except for goodwill
related to the Denarious acquisition, which should be fully written down to $nil. As a result of this analysis, management
has recognized, in the current year, a total impairment charge of $2,317,549 in this CGU, of which $868,997 was charged
against goodwill, $1,286,631 against intangible assets, $35,708 against property and equipment, and $126,213 against right-
of-use assets. These assets operate within Canada segment and the impairment charges were recognized under the other
income (expense) line item in the statements of income and comprehensive income.
Banknotes in Canada
The Banknotes segment’s recoverable amount in Canada of $4,154 as of October 31, 2024 was determined based on the fair
value less costs of disposal, which was greater than the estimated value in use calculation. The value in use calculation
utilized cash flow projections derived from the Board approved 3 years budget as described further below. The projected
cash flows of this CGU reflected slow revenue growth that led to a lack of positive projected cash flows sufficient to support
the recoverability of the carrying amounts of assets allocated to this CGU as of October 31, 2024. Further, it was determined
to be lower than the carrying amounts of the assets operating within this CGU. Accordingly, management has estimated fair
value less costs of disposal and has determined that the recoverable amount would equal the fair value less costs of
disposal since it was greater than the estimated value in use, and that the carrying amounts of all the operating assets
within this CGU should be written down to the fair value less costs of disposal. As a result of this analysis, management has
recognized in the current year a total impairment charge of $309,489 in this CGU, of which $3,283 was charged against
intangible assets, $67,527 against property and equipment, and $238,679 against right-of-used assets within this CGU.
These assets operate within the Canada segment and the impairment charges were recognized under other income
(expense) line item in the statements of income and comprehensive income.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
United States segment
The United States segment includes Payments, Wholesale Banknotes and Wholesale OnlineFX in addition to each of the
Company-owned branches (40 company-owned branches as of October 31, 2024), which have been assessed individually as
separate CGUs each for the purpose of the impairment testing. Based on the required annual impairment test performed at
October 31, 2024, the Company has determined that the recoverable amount of each of these CGUs is equal to the estimated
value in use at the CGU level. The Company did not find indications for impairment in each of the Payments, Wholesale
Banknotes, Banknotes OnlineFX and all of the Company-owned branches within the United States segment other than as
indicated further below.
Retail Banknotes in the United States (Company-owned branches)
Management has determined that each of the Company-owned branches represent a separate CGU and accordingly has
assessed for impairment each of these branches individually at the end of October 31, 2024 and 2023. The carrying amount
of each branch has been determined by summing all of the assets from which these branches benefit from in addition to
allocating corporate assets across all branches using an appropriate methodology. Further, management has determined
that the recoverable amount of each branch is represented by the estimated value in use calculation using cash flows
projections from the senior management approved 3 years budget, extrapolated, as appropriate, up to a maximum 5 years
using an appropriate declining growth rate.
In estimating the value in use for each branch, the Company considered a number of factors such as the geographic location
of the branch, historical performance, future plans for the branch, any potential relocation plans, the ability to continue to
operate under the same location and incremental costs included, and the options to renew lease agreements, in addition to
other qualitative factors impacting the business. As a result of this analysis, management has determined that the carrying
amount of 3 branches is in excess of the estimated value in use, therefore, management has recognized a total impairment
charge of $63,387 during the current year. The impairment charge recognized during the year was recognized as follows:
$11,846 against intangible assets, $18,516 against property and equipment and $33,025 against right-of-use assets. These
assets operate within the United States segment and the impairment charges were recognized under other income (expense)
line item in the consolidated statements of loss and comprehensive loss.
The following were the key assumptions applied in goodwill impairment testing:
Discount Rates
The present value of the expected cash flow of each CGU is determined by applying a suitable pre-tax discount rate based
on the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) considering current market assessments. The discount rate reflects
appropriate adjustments relating to market risk and specific risk factors applicable to the Company’s business model.
Terminal Growth Rates
The earnings included in the goodwill impairment testing were based on the Company’s internal forecast, which projects
expected cash flow over the next three years. Beyond the initial cash flow projection period, cash flows were assumed to
increase at a steady rate using a nominal long-term growth rate (terminal growth rate). Terminal growth rates reflect
management’s best estimate of the expected long-term growth rates for the product mix and industry of the CGUs. The
growth rates are in-line with general standards and are conservative in nature when compared to historical growth rates due
to potential uncertainty.
The Company’s projected cash flow has been developed based on the expected margins of each CGU, which have been
determined based on a combination of past experience in the markets in which the Company operates, as well as historical
information and the expected growth in the forecast period. The Company’s management believes that this is the best
available input for forecasting these markets.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Other than the considerations described in determining the recoverable amount of the CGUs described above, there are no
other key assumptions.
In considering the sensitivity of the key assumptions used, management determined that a reasonable change in any of the
above would not result in the recoverable amounts of CGUs to be less than their carrying amount. Cash flow projections are
based derived from the Board approved 3 years budgets, followed by an extrapolation of expected cash flows, as appropriate
to each CGU, for a maximum 5 year period. Below is a summary of growth rates used in extrapolation and the discount rates
used in each segment:
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
Terminal growth rate
Canada
0%
2%
United States
2%
2%
Discount rate
Canada
19%
22%
United States
19%
22%
9. Right-of-use Assets and Lease Liabilities
Lease liabilities are presented in the consolidated statements of financial position as follows:
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Current lease liabilities
1,265,445
1,577,758
Non-current lease liabilities
5,042,427
1,388,961
Total
6,307,872
2,966,719
The Company has leases for corporate offices as well as its retail store locations. With the exception of short-term leases
and leases of low-value underlying assets, each lease, meeting the definition under IFRS 16, is reflected on the consolidated
statements of financial position as a right-of-use asset and a lease liability. Variable lease payments which do not depend
on an index or a rate, such as lease payments based on a percentage of Company sales, are excluded from the initial
measurement of the lease liability and asset. During the year certain leases for corporate offices were modified based on
their amended lease agreements, with any gains or losses being recognized in profit or loss. The Company classifies its
right-of-use assets in a consistent manner to its property and equipment (see Note 7).
Each lease generally imposes a restriction that, unless there is a contractual right for the Company to sublet the asset to
another party, the right-of-use asset can only be used by the Company. Leases are either non-cancellable or may only be
canceled by incurring a substantial termination fee. Some leases contain an option to extend the lease for a further term.
The Company is prohibited from selling or pledging the underlying leased assets as security. For leases over corporate
offices and retail store locations, the Company must keep those properties in a good state of repair and return the properties
in their original condition at the end of the lease.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
The table below describes the nature of the Company’s leasing activities by the type of right-of-use asset recognized on the
consolidated statements of financial position:
Right-of-use asset
No. of right-
of-use assets
leased
Range of
remaining
term
Average
remaining
lease term
No. of leases
with
extension
options
No. of
lease with
options to
purchase
No. of leases
with variable
payments
linked to an
index
No. of
leases with
termination
options
Equipment
1
5 years
5
1
-
-
-
Corporate offices
8
0-12 years
2
5
-
-
-
Retail store locations
23
0-4 years
2
-
-
-
-
Total
32
0-12 years
2
6
-
-
-
The lease liabilities are secured by the related underlying assets. Future minimum lease payments at October 31, 2024 were
as follows:
Within 1 Year
1-2 years
2-3 years
3-4 years
4-5 years
After 5 years
Total
Lease payments
1,609,334
1,233,696
915,246
874,920
529,212
2,950,116
8,112,524
Finance charges
343,889
283,692
238,119
197,779
163,726
577,447
1,804,652
Net present values
1,265,445
950,004
677,127
677,141
365,486
2,372,669
6,307,872
The Company has elected not to recognize a lease liability for short-term leases (leases with an expected term of 12 months
or less) or for leases of low-value assets. In addition, the Company has not recognized a right-of-use asset or lease liability
with respect to leases identified where the lessor was determined to have substantive substitution rights. Payments made
under such leases are expensed on a straight-line basis. In addition, certain variable lease payments are not permitted to be
recognized as lease liabilities and are expensed as incurred.
The expense relating to payments not included in the measurement of the lease liability is as follows:
Year ended
Year ended
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Leases with substantial substitution rights
663,905
584,540
Short-term leases
244,624
115,826
Variable lease payments
731,111
790,544
Total
1,639,640
1,490,910
At October 31, 2024, the Company was committed to short-term leases and the total commitment at that date was $237,139
(October 31, 2023, $103,126).
The total cash outflow for leases for the year ended October 31, 2024, was $2,119,343 (October 31, 2023, $2,093,022). For
the year ended October 31, 2024, the Company incurred interest expense on lease liabilities in the amount of $233,237
(October 31, 2023, $179,904) and recognized as interest expense on lease liabilities in the consolidated statements of
income and comprehensive income.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Additional information on the right-of-use assets by class of assets is as follows:
Year ended October 31, 2024
Carrying Amount
Depreciation Expense
Impairment
$
$
$
Equipment
-
1,748
8,559
Corporate offices
3,794,669
728,172
389,195
Retail store locations
1,627,991
1,238,008
162
Total right-of-use assets
5,422,660
1,967,928
397,916
Year ended October 31, 2023
Carrying Amount
Depreciation Expense
Impairment
$
$
$
Equipment
282
1,395
-
Corporate offices
777,085
623,586
-
Retail store locations
1,781,348
1,270,585
-
Total right-of-use assets
2,558,715
1,895,566
-
In 2024, the impairment charge of $397,916 represented the write down of certain items of right-of-use assets operating in
both Canada and the United States segments to the recoverable amount as a result of a decline in the value in use. This was
recognized under other income (expense) line item in the consolidated statements of loss and comprehensive loss. The
recoverable amount as of October 31, 2024 was determined based on the value in use and it was determined at the level of
the CGU. See Note 8 for further details.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
10. Income Taxes
The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant portions of the deferred tax assets and liabilities as of
October 31, 2024 and 2023 consist of the following:
Year ended
Year ended
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
Deferred tax assets
$
$
Accrued expenses
452,031
539,393
Stock-based compensation
1,056,449
539,361
Other
48,660
111,712
Net property and equipment
81,095
277,367
Software costs
622,780
383,720
Net intangible assets
-
298,448
Non-capital loss benefits
-
891,640
Right-of-use assets, net
89,415
38,953
Total deferred tax assets
2,350,430
3,080,594
Deferred tax liabilities
Net property and equipment
(503,741)
(213,014)
Net intangible assets
(320,192)
(265,901)
Other
(266,067)
(335,565)
Total deferred tax liabilities
(1,090,000)
(814,480)
Net deferred tax asset
1,260,430
2,266,114
Reconciliation of the provision for income taxes to the amount calculated using the Company’s statutory tax rate for the
years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows:
Year ended
Year ended
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Income before taxes
8,672,947
14,524,785
Statutory tax rate
27.79%
25.91%
Tax expense at statutory rate
2,409,998
3,763,893
Permanent items
(319,368)
(112,802)
Research and development (R&D) credit
(96,297)
(69,936)
Benefit not recognized on non-capital losses
3,976,323
-
Other adjustments
228,442
750,123
Income tax expense
6,199,098
4,331,278
The statutory rate is a weighted average that is based on the enacted Federal tax rates in 2024 for both the United States of
21% (2023, 21%) and Canada of 15% (2023, 15%) plus the rates for the states and provinces where the Company operates,
based on the proportional allocation of taxable income as defined by each jurisdiction.
In the year ended October 31, 2024, the Company incurred an income tax expense of $6,199,098, which was the statutory
tax rate and adjusted for permanent items, R&D credits and other non-deductible differences, including the reversal of an
allowance for deferred tax assets in Canada in the amount of $1,429,852. The amount reflects deferred tax assets
recognized for periods on or before October 31, 2022.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
In the year ended October 31, 2023, the Company incurred an income tax expense of $4,331,278, which was at the statutory
tax rate and adjusted for permanent items, R&D credits and other non-deductible differences.
The provision for income taxes for the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023 consists of the following:
Year ended
Year ended
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Current tax expense
5,172,776
4,930,189
Deferred tax expense (benefit)
1,026,322
(598,911)
Income tax expense
6,199,098
4,331,278
11. Seasonality of Operations
While seasonality is generally not a consideration for the Payments product line, seasonality of Banknotes product line is
reflected in the timing of when foreign currencies are in greater or lower demand. In a normal operating year, there is some
seasonality to the Company’s operations with higher commissions generally from March until September and lower
commissions from October to February. This coincides with peak tourism seasons in North America when there are generally
more travelers entering and leaving the United States and Canada.
12. Lines of Credit
The Company maintains lines of credit to meet borrowing needs during peak business periods. On June 15, 2022, the
Company entered into an Amended and Restated Credit Agreement with BMO Harris Bank, N.A. The Amended and Restated
Credit Agreement increased the revolving line of credit limit from $20,000,000 to $30,000,000 and provided an accordion
feature for up to an additional $10,000,000 with the lender’s approval. The Amended and Restated Credit Agreement provided
a term of two years (maturity date on June 15, 2024). The Amended and Restated Credit Agreement was updated on July
18, 2022, in the form of a Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, to reflect the exercised accordion feature, which
increased the line of credit to $40,000,000, and a reduced margin spread in the borrowing rate by 25 bps. The form of Second
Amended and Restated Credit Agreement was further amended on July 12, 2023, to provide a seasonal increase in the
borrowing capacity by $10,000,000 to $50,000,000, effective through August 31, 2023, and extended the maturity on the
facility to June 15, 2025. The Company updated the agreement on June 27, 2024, in the form of a Third Amended and
Restated Credit Agreement to accommodate a Normal Course Issuer Bid (NCIB) up to $4 million annually. The updated
agreement eliminates the resting period on the intercompany loan and extends the maturity on the facility to June 15, 2026.
The credit line is secured against the Company’s cash and other assets, and bears interest at the one month Secured
Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) plus 2.25% (5.34% at October 31, 2024 and 5.31% at October 31, 2023). At October 31,
2024, the balance outstanding was $Nil (October 31, 2023, $11,074,308).
On October 19, 2020, the Company’s wholly owned Canadian subsidiary, EBC, established a fully collateralized revolving line
of credit with Desjardins Group (Desjardins) with a limit of CAD 2,000,000 ($1,437,970), payable on demand, and being
secured against cash collateral of CAD 2,000,000 ($1,437,970). On April 25, 2023, EBC amended this facility reducing the
revolving line of credit to CAD 500,000 ($359,492), payable on demand, and being secured against cash collateral of CAD
500,041 ($359,522). The line of credit bears interest at the Canadian Prime Rate plus 0.25% (5.95% at October 31, 2024 and
7.20% at October 31, 2023). At October 31, 2024, the balance outstanding was $Nil (October 31, 2023, $Nil)
On April 7, 2021, EBC entered into a $20,000,000 USD revolving loan agreement with a private lender. On July 18, 2022, EBC
amended this facility through an Amended and Restated Revolving Loan Agreement, whereby $10,000,000 of this facility
was moved from EBC to CXI. On January 19, 2023, the Company entered into a Moratorium Agreement (CXI facility) where
the Company will not utilize the $10,000,000 without prior written consent from the lender. Additionally, the Company will
not incur any standby charges or fees during the period of the Moratorium. Pursuant to the January 19, 2023 amended
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
agreement, the interest rate on the $10,000,000 facility granted to EBC increased from 6% to a floating rate with a floor of
8%, with a standby charge of $1,500 USD per month if the total interest in the month is less than $20,000 USD. On April 25,
2024, EBC amended this facility to extend the maturity to January 19, 2027, to specify the interest rate at 8.9%, and to limit
the borrowing capacity to a maximum amount not greater than 10% of the guarantor’s total liabilities as set out in the
statements of financial position of the guarantor’s most recent, publicly filed financial statements. The entire $20,000,000
facility is guaranteed by the Company and is subordinated to the Company’s and EBC’s obligations to primary lenders. These
facilities are used for working capital purposes and for daily operational activity; however, these facilities may be terminated
on 90-days’ notice by either party. The total outstanding balance for the Company at October 31, 2024, was $5,032,894
(October 31, 2023, $3,605,683).
Interest expense primarily relates to interest payments on lines of credit. Interest expense for the year ended October 31,
2024 was $719,115 (October 31, 2023, $1,088,161).
13. Fair Value Measurement of Financial Instruments
The fair value determination is the estimated amount that the Company would receive to sell a financial asset or pay to
transfer a financial liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.
There were no transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 during the year ended October 31, 2024. The following table shows the
levels within the hierarchy of financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value.
October 31, 2024
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$
$
$
$
Financial assets
Cash
101,877,263
-
-
101,877,263
Forward and option contract assets
-
404,918
-
404,918
Total assets
101,877,263
404,918
-
102,282,181
Financial liabilities
Restricted and deferred share units
-
2,066,192
-
2,066,192
Total liabilities
-
2,066,192
-
2,066,192
October 31, 2023
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$
$
$
$
Financial assets
Cash
92,720,293
-
-
92,720,293
Forward and option contract assets
-
1,066,467
-
1,066,467
Total assets
92,720,293
1,066,467
-
93,786,760
Financial liabilities
Restricted and deferred share units
-
1,328,582
-
1,328,582
Total liabilities
-
1,328,582
-
1,328,582
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Cash (Level 1)
The Company’s cash balances consisting of local and foreign currency notes held in tills, vaults, bank accounts, and in
transit are based upon foreign exchange rates quoted in active markets as of October 31, 2024 and 2023.
Forward and Option Contract Positions, and Long-term Liability from Restricted and Deferred Share
Units (Level 2)
Other long-term liabilities include the Company’s liability for restricted and deferred share unit awards which are valued
using a volume-weighted average price for the five days that precede the date of grant. The cost of the awards is recorded
on a straight-line basis over the vesting period. At each reporting date, the vested portion of the awards are remeasured at
the current fair value using the same approach as at initial recognition (see Note 16).
The Company’s forward contract positions are traded in active markets. The fair value of these instruments has been
determined using observable forward exchange rates. The effects of non-observable inputs are not significant for foreign
contract positions.
Due to their short-term nature, the carrying value of the following financial instruments approximates their fair value at the
dates of the consolidated statements of financial position:
•
Accounts receivable;
•
Restricted cash held in escrow;
•
Lines of credit;
•
Accounts payable; and
•
Holding accounts.
14. Risk Management
The Company's activities expose it to a variety of financial risks: credit risk, foreign currency risk, interest rate risk, and
liquidity risk. The Company's risk management policies are designed to minimize the potential adverse effects on the
Company's financial performance.
Financial risk management is carried out by the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) under policies approved by senior management
and the board of directors. Policies are in place to evaluate and monitor risk and in some cases, prescribe that the Company
hedge its financial risks.
The analysis below presents information about the Company's exposure to each of these financial risks arising from
financial instruments and the Company's objectives, policies, and processes for measuring and managing these risks.
Credit Risk
Credit risk is the risk of financial loss associated with the counterparty’s inability to fulfill its payment obligations. The
Company’s credit risk is primarily attributable to cash in bank accounts, accounts receivable, and forward contracts from
hedging counterparties.
All banking relationships are negotiated by senior management. The Company maintains accounts in high-quality financial
institutions. At various times, the Company's bank balances exceed insured limits.
The credit risk associated with accounts receivable is limited, as the Company's receivables consist primarily of bulk
currency trades with a settlement cycle of 24 to 48 hours. The majority of the Company's receivables reside with banks,
money service business customers, and other financial institutions.
For the purpose of risk control, the customers are grouped as follows: domestic and international banks, money service
businesses, and other customers. Credit limits are established for each customer, whereby the credit limit represents the
maximum open amount without requiring payments in advance. These limits are reviewed regularly by senior management.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
A breakdown of accounts receivable by category is below:
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
Customer type
$
$
Domestic and international financial institutions
6,017,980
18,339,600
Money-service businesses
3,001,066
2,171,215
Other
1,977,272
614,731
Total
10,996,318
21,125,546
The maximum exposure to credit risk is represented by the carrying amount of each financial asset on the consolidated
statements of financial position. There are no commitments that could increase this exposure to more than the carrying
amount.
Foreign Currency Risk
The volatility of the Company's foreign currency holdings may increase as a result of the political and financial environment
of the corresponding issuing country. Several currencies have a limited exchange rate exposure as they are pegged to the
U.S. Dollar, the reporting currency of the Company. Management mitigates its exposure to foreign currency fluctuations
through a layered risk management strategy that includes forward hedges and selective use of purchased options. Due to
their nature, some minor and exotic foreign currencies cannot be hedged or are too cost prohibitive to hedge. These
exposures are managed to acceptable risk appetite levels using a historical Value-at-Risk (VaR) methodology. Foreign
currency exposure, in the form of exchange gains and losses arising from normal trading activities and business operations,
are included in operating expenses for the period.
In order to further mitigate the risks associated with holding these foreign currencies, the Company assigns wider bid/ask
spreads and maintains specific inventory targets to minimize the impact of exchange rate fluctuations. These targets are
reviewed regularly and are increased or decreased to accommodate demand within acceptable risk tolerances. The amount
of unhedged inventory held in tills, vaults, on consignment, and in transit on October 31, 2024, was $9,812,382 (October 31,
2023, $9,361,900). The amount of currency that is unhedged and that is not pegged to the U.S. Dollar is $8,419,094 (October
31, 2023, $7,833,228). A 2% increase/reduction in the market price for the aggregate of the Company's unhedged/un-pegged
foreign currencies would result in an exchange gain/loss of approximately +$168,000/-$168,000 (October 31, 2023,
gain/loss of approximately +$157,000/-$157,000).
On a consolidated basis, the Company is also exposed to foreign currency fluctuations between the U.S. Dollar and the
Canadian Dollar, being the functional currency of its Canadian subsidiary. The Company does not hedge its net investment
in its Canadian subsidiary and the related foreign currency translation of its earnings.
Interest Rate Risk
At October 31, 2024, the Company had access to interest-bearing financial instruments in cash and lines of credit. A
significant amount of the Company's cash is held as foreign currency banknotes in tills, on consignment, and its own vaults.
These amounts are not subject to interest rate risk. Cash held in some of the Company’s accounts are interest-bearing. The
Company is subject to a small amount of cash flow interest rate risk from the borrowings on its lines of credit; however, as
borrowings have declined and remained within policy limits, this risk is low. Borrowings bear interest at variable rates.
Currently, the interest rate exposure is unhedged. For the interest rate profile of the Company's interest-bearing financial
liabilities, refer to Note 12.
If interest rates had been 50 basis points higher/lower with all other variables held constant, after-tax profit for the year
ended October 31, 2024 would have been approximately +$25,000/-$25,000 higher/lower as a result of credit lines held at
variable interest rates.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
Liquidity Risk
Liquidity risk is the risk of the Company incurring losses resulting from the inability to meet payment obligations in a timely
manner when they become due or from being unable to do so at a sustainable cost. To effectively manage liquidity risk, the
Company has implemented preventative risk monitoring measures, including setting a Liquidity Risk Ratio target of 120% or
greater, which measures the proportion of unencumbered highly liquid assets to short-term net cash outflows, and setting
a minimum liquidity balance requirement of total available cash or undrawn lines of credit to be greater than $5,000,000
notional daily. As required, the Treasurer and CFO report any liquidity issues to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Risk
Officer (CRO), and the audit committee in accordance with established policies and guidelines. Management has assessed
the Company’s cash position at October 31, 2024 and determined that it is sufficient to meet its financial obligations.
The following are non-derivative contractual financial liabilities:
October 31, 2024
Non-derivative financial liabilities
Carrying amount
Estimated
contractual amount
Next fiscal year
Future fiscal
years
$
$
$
$
Accounts payable
19,540,154
19,540,154
19,540,154
Nil
Holding accounts
9,032,535
9,032,535
9,032,535
Nil
Lines of credit
5,032,894
5,032,894
5,032,894
Nil
October 31, 2023
Non-derivative financial liabilities
Carrying amount
Estimated
contractual amount
Next fiscal year
Future fiscal
years
$
$
$
$
Accounts payable
21,021,910
21,021,910
21,021,910
Nil
Holding accounts
5,909,235
5,909,235
5,909,235
Nil
Lines of credit
14,679,991
14,679,991
14,679,991
Nil
The Company had available unused lines of credit amounting to $45,326,599 at October 31, 2024 (October 31, 2023,
$35,680,577).
Capital Management
The Company manages capital through its financial and operational forecasting processes. The Company defines working
capital as total current assets less current liabilities. The Company reviews its working capital and forecasts its cash flows
based on operating expenditures, and other investing and financing activities related to its daily operations.
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Current assets
118,508,979
120,243,608
Current liabilities
(44,659,215)
(50,097,175)
Working capital
73,849,764
70,146,433
The Company monitors its capital structure and makes adjustments according to market conditions in an effort to meet its
objectives, given the current outlook of the business and industry in general. The Company may manage its capital structure
by issuing new shares, obtaining loan financing, adjusting capital spending, repurchasing shares, or disposing of assets.
The capital structure is reviewed by management and the board of directors on an ongoing basis.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
15. Foreign Currency Forward and Option Contracts
The Company enters into foreign currency forward contracts and purchased put option contracts with non-client
counterparties to mitigate the risk of fluctuations in the exchange rates of exposures in certain major currencies. Changes
in fair value of these contracts and the corresponding gains or losses are included in operating expenses in the consolidated
statements of income and comprehensive income. The Company’s management strategy is to mitigate the inherent risks in
the Company’s exposure to foreign exchange, thereby minimizing volatility in earnings.
The foreign currency forward contracts can be closed immediately resulting in any collateral being liquidated. The foreign
currency option contracts are held to maturity and are either exercised for a net gain or expire at no obligation to the
Company.
The fair value of forward and option contracts, which represents the amount that would be received by the Company if the
contracts were terminated at October 31, 2024 was $404,918 (October 31, 2023, $1,066,467).
At October 31, 2024 the Company had cash collateral balances related to forward contracts being held of $2,880,207
(October 31, 2023, $3,119,888). They are reflected as restricted cash held in escrow in the consolidated statements of
financial position (see Note 6).
16. Equity
Share Capital
The authorized share capital consists of 100,000,000 common shares. The common shares have a par value of $1.00. As of
October 31, 2024, the Company had 6,333,931 common shares outstanding (October 31, 2023, 6,443,397).
On November 29, 2023, the Company announced acceptance by the TSX of the Company’s notice of Intention to make a
normal course issuer bid (the NCIB) to purchase for cancellation a maximum amount of 322,169 common shares
representing 5% of the Company’s issued and outstanding common shares for one year from December 1, 2023 to November
30, 2024. During the year ended on October 31, 2024, the Company purchased for cancellation 148,070 common shares at
the normal market prices trading in TSX for $2,749,308. These shares were immediately cancelled and removed from
treasury by the Company.
During the year ended on October 31, 2024, the Company recorded total stock-based compensation expense of $1,592,354
(October 31, 2023, $1,017,823), out of which $448,928 was recognized for stock option grants and $1,143,426 was related
to RSU and DSU awards (October 31, 2023, $97,436 and $920,387, respectively), as described below.
Stock Options
The Company offers an incentive stock option plan (the Plan) which was established April 28, 2011 and was amended most
recently March 23, 2023. The Plan is a rolling stock option plan, under which 15% of the outstanding shares at any given
time are available for issuance thereunder. The purpose of the Plan is to promote the profitability and growth of the Company
by facilitating the efforts of the Company to attract and retain directors, senior officers, employees, and management. Under
the terms of the Plan, vesting for the Company’s directors and management will occur 1/3 upon the first anniversary, 1/3
upon the second anniversary, and 1/3 upon the third anniversary of the grant. All the options have a five-year term, unless
otherwise specified by the Board of Directors.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
The outstanding options at October 31, 2024 and the respective changes during the periods are summarized as follows:
Number of options
Weighted average
price
#
CDN$
Outstanding at October 31, 2023
857,484
15.53
Granted
80,152
25.89
Exercised
(116,493)
15.62
Expired
(13,316)
25.83
Forfeited/cancelled
(8,787)
18.51
Outstanding at October 31, 2024
799,040
16.35
The following options are outstanding and exercisable at October 31, 2024:
Grant Date
Exercise price (CAD$)
Number outstanding
Average remaining
contractual life (years)
Number exercisable
23-Oct-19*
$17.36
139,786
-
139,786
24-Jun-20
$12.74
22,662
0.65
22,662
29-Jul-20
$10.83
18,000
0.74
18,000
29-Oct-20
$10.83
196,347
0.99
196,347
28-Jan-21
$11.02
3,873
1.24
3,873
28-Oct-21
$14.35
112,049
1.99
112,049
28-Apr-22
$18.10
20,000
2.49
13,334
21-Sep-22
$18.93
5,748
2.89
3,833
31-Oct-22
$18.37
111,419
3.00
74,410
30-Oct-23
$20.07
89,004
4.00
29,671
30-Oct-24
$25.89
80,152
5.00
-
Total
799,040
613,965
*The term of this grant lapsed on October 23, 2024, however due to the fact that the options expired during an ongoing blackout period, the
term of the grant was extended by 10 business days in accordance with the terms of the Company’s stock option plan.
During the year ended October 31, 2024, the Company granted 80,152 stock option awards at an exercise price of Canadian
$25.89. Also a total number of 116,493 stock options were exercised, out of which 77,889 options were cancelled as
consideration in lieu of cash by participants who elected to exercise their options without paying cash proceeds.
Accordingly, the Company issued 38,604 shares on settlement in addition to $117,737 cash proceeds received. During the
year ended October 31, 2024, 8,787 options had forfeited in relation to employees who had left the Company and 13,316
options that have expired before being exercised.
Restricted Stock Unit and Deferred Stock Unit Plans
On November 1, 2023, the Company made an annual DSU award under the Deferred Share Unit (DSU) Plan. The Company
granted 10,169 DSU awards in the amount of $145,000. In the year ended October 31, 2024, the Company recognized stock-
based compensation expenses of $1,143,426 (October 31, 2023, $920,387) in relation to RSU and DSU awards that have
vested during the period, out of which $697,018 was recognized for RSU awards and $446,408 was recognized for DSU
awards, (October 31, 2023, $517,377 and $403,010, for RSU and DSU awards, respectively). The amounts related to the
vested portions of granted RSU and DSU awards are recorded within other long-term liabilities in the consolidated statements
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
of financial position. The liability from these awards as of October 31, 2024 amounted to $2,066,192 (October 31, 2023,
$1,328,582). The awards that may be granted under each of the Plans can be realized in cash only and may not be converted
into common shares of the Company. The Units awarded are issued based upon the market value equal to the price of the
Company’s stock price as at the date of the grant and vest over one-year or three-year periods.
The purpose of these Plans is to promote the profitability and growth of the Company by facilitating the efforts of the
Company to attract and retain directors, senior officers, employees, and management. Under the terms of the plans, vesting
of the awards that may be granted under the Plans for management will occur 1/3 upon the first anniversary, 1/3 upon the
second anniversary, and 1/3 upon the third anniversary of the grant, while awards that may be granted under the plans for
directors will vest on a quarterly basis in the first year after the grant. All the management awards have a three-year term,
unless otherwise specified by the board of directors. The directors’ awards cannot be redeemed until the director retires
from the board. On October 30, 2023, the Board of Directors of the Company resolved that only those directors who have
not met their ownership requirements must receive a portion of their base retainer in the form of DSU awards.
17. Earnings per Share
The calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share is presented below. Equity instruments that are anti-dilutive, such
as various stock options granted, are not included in the calculation of the weighted average number of shares outstanding.
Year ended
Year ended
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Basic
Net earnings
2,473,849
10,193,507
Weighted average number of shares outstanding
6,287,096
6,424,751
Basic earnings per share
0.39
1.59
Diluted
Net earnings
2,473,849
10,193,507
Weighted average number of shares outstanding
6,560,427
6,696,942
Diluted earnings per share
0.38
1.52
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
18. Operating Expenses
The table below identifies the composition of the nature and amounts included within the operating expenses presented in
the consolidated statements of income and comprehensive income for the years ended on October 31, 2024 and 2023.
Year ended
Year ended
October 31,2024
October 31,2023
$
$
Salaries and benefits
37,137,778
33,935,281
Postage and shipping
10,189,437
12,137,881
Legal and professional
4,203,169
3,204,240
Information technology
3,790,450
3,009,268
Bank service charges
2,754,470
2,450,353
Losses and shortages
2,570,157
3,215,773
Insurance, taxes and licensing
2,295,703
1,179,383
Rent
2,020,859
1,702,594
Stock based compensation
1,592,354
1,017,823
Foreign exchange losses (gains)
782,341
(711,763)
Travel and entertainment
760,788
884,357
Other general and administrative
1,462,851
1,195,330
Operating expenses
69,560,357
63,220,520
19. Compensation of Key Management Personnel and Related Party Transactions
In accordance with Related Party Disclosures (IAS 24), key management personnel are those persons having authority and
responsibility for planning, directing, and controlling activities of the Company directly or indirectly, including any directors
(executive and non-executive) of the Company. The remuneration of directors and other members of key management
personnel during years ended on October 31, 2024 and 2023 was as follows:
Year ended
Year ended
October 31, 2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Short-term benefits
4,560,090
4,316,361
Post-employment benefits
189,073
161,385
Stock based compensation
442,772
83,532
Restricted and Deferred Share Units
1,143,426
920,387
Total
6,335,361
5,481,665
The Company incurred legal and professional fees in the aggregate of $121,526 for the year ended October 31, 2024 (October
31, 2023, $139,594) charged by entities controlled by directors or officers of the Company.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
The Company has clients that are considered related parties through one of its directors. The Company generated $550,780
in revenue from these clients’ activities for the year ended October 31, 2024 (October 31, 2023, $288,128). As at October 31,
2024, accounts receivable included $Nil from related parties (October 31, 2023, $Nil).
On October 1, 2011, the Company entered into an employment agreement with the President and CEO of the Company. Such
agreement contains clauses requiring additional payments of a minimum of $450,000 to be made upon the occurrence of
certain events, such as a change of control of the Company or termination for reasons other than cause. As the likelihood
of a change of control of the Company is not determinable, the contingent payments have not been reflected in the
consolidated financial statements.
The Company supports EBC through a $20,000,000 revolving line of credit, renewed on July 18, 2022 which attracts interest
commensurate with interest charged on the Company’s primary line of credit with BMO Harris, N.A., are repayable on
demand, and are unsecured. At October 31, 2024, the intercompany loan balance was $8,640,646 (October 31, 2023,
$10,642,528) and was eliminated upon consolidation.
Key management personnel and directors occasionally conduct transactions with the Company as individuals. Such
transactions are immaterial individually and in total including for the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023 and are
conducted pursuant to the Company’s policies.
All transactions with related parties as noted above are carried out in the normal course of business and at prevailing market
rates.
20. Other Current Assets
October 31,2024
October 31, 2023
$
$
Prepaid rent
7,134
6,527
Prepaid personnel
-
6,600
Prepaid software as a service
666,067
687,216
Prepaid insurance
812,960
856,992
Prepaid advertising
-
15,898
Other current assets
504,590
277,584
Total
1,990,751
1,850,817
21. Subsequent Events
The Company evaluated subsequent events through January 22, 2025, the date these consolidated financial statements
were issued. There were no material subsequent events that required recognition or additional disclosure in these
consolidated financial statements.
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Board of Directors
Stacey Mowbray
Director of CXI
Director of EBC
Committees: Chair of the Governance
Committee Member, Risk Committee
Member
Independent board member since 2019
Carol Poulsen
Director of CXI
Director of EBC
Committees: Audit Committee Member, Risk
Committee Member
Independent board member since 2023
Director of CXI
Director of EBC
President and CEO of CXI
President and CEO of EBC
Board member since 2007
Randolph W. Pinna
Annual General Meeting of Shareholders
Shareholders are invited to attend the annual meeting of
Currency Exchange International, Corp. to be held on March
25, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. (EST).
Details on how to attend will be listed on CXI’s investor
relations webpage:
www.ceifx.com/investor-relations
Investor Relations
Financial analysts, portfolio managers and other investors
requiring financial information may contact our Investor
Relations department:
(USA) Telephone: (407) 240 0224
(USA) Toll-Free: (888) 998 3948
(USA) Email: InvestorRelations@cxifx.com
(CANADA) Telephone: (416) 479 9547
(CANADA) Email: bill.mitoulas@cxifx.com
Shareholder Services
For information or assistance regarding your share account,
including dividends, changes of address or ownership, lost
certificates, to eliminate duplicate mailings or to receive
shareholder material electronically, please contact our
Transfer Agent in Canada.
Transfer Agent
Computershare Investor Services
100 University Ave, 8th Floor, South Tower
Toronto, Ontario Canada M5J 2Y1
Telephone: (800) 564 6253 (Toll Free)
Facsimile: (888) 453 0330 (Toll Free)
Web Site: www.computershare.com
Computershare offices are also located in Calgary, Halifax,
Montreal, Richmond Hill and Vancouver.
Auditors
Doane Grant Thornton LLP
Chartered Professional Accountants
Licensed Professional Accountants
Mississauga, Canada
Shareholder Information
V. James Sardo
Director of CXI
Director of EBC
Committees: Audit Committee Member,
Governance Committee Member
Independent board member since 2012
Daryl Yeo
Director of CXI
Director of EBC
Committees: Chair of the Risk Committee,
Audit Committee Member
Independent board member since 2019
Chitwant Kohli
Director of CXI
Chair of the Board of EBC
Committees: Chair of the Audit Committee,
Governance Committee Member
Independent board member since 2018
Mark D. Mickleborough
Director of CXI
Director of EBC
Board member since 2007
Chair of the Board of CXI
Director of EBC
Committees: Audit Committee Member,
Governance Committee Member, Risk
Committee Member
Independent board member since 2012
Chirag Bhavsar
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