The following is a summary of the Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (SWBI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript:
Financial Performance:
Q1 2025 net sales were $88.3 million, a decline of 22.7% compared to the previous year.
EBITDAS of approximately $10 million, consistent with expectations.
Gross margin improved by 80 basis points year-over-year to 27.4%.Ended Q1 with a net loss of $2.1 million, or a $0.05 loss per share on a GAAP basis.
Non-GAAP loss per share was $0.02.
Business Progress:
Introduced the Bodyguard 2.0 firearm, marking a successful continuation of the Bodyguard product line.
Notable capacity expansion planned to accommodate production of popular products like the 1854 lever action rifle and the new Bodyguard 2.0.
Increased capital expenditures to support strong demand for new and existing product lines.
Implemented a new $50 million stock buyback program.
Opportunities:
Expected improved sales in Q2 due to stabilization of channel inventory and a healthier order book.
Anticipate growth in both top and bottom lines for the full fiscal year 2025.
Risks:
Initial lower demand during the summer season, although it picked up in August.
Continuing competition in the firearms market, especially with heightened promotional activities in entry-level handguns.
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