Hain Celestial Reports Fiscal Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Core Viewpoint - The Hain Celestial Group reported disappointing financial results for the fiscal third quarter, primarily due to underperformance in North America, but noted a return to organic net sales growth in the international segment and progress in reducing net debt [2][6][24]. Financial Highlights - Net sales for the third quarter were $390 million, down 11% year-over-year, with organic net sales decreasing by 5% [6][8]. - Gross profit margin was 21.7%, a decrease of 40 basis points from the prior year, while adjusted gross profit margin was 21.8%, down 50 basis points [6][11]. - The company reported a net loss of $135 million compared to a net loss of $48 million in the prior year, which included pre-tax non-cash impairment charges of $133 million [6][36]. - Adjusted EBITDA was $34 million, down from $44 million in the prior year, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 8.6% compared to 10.0% [6][12]. Segment Highlights - North America segment net sales were $222 million, down 17% year-over-year, with organic net sales declining by 10% [8][10]. - International segment net sales were $168 million, down 1.4%, but organic net sales grew by 0.5% [8][13]. - The Snacks category saw a 20% decline in net sales, while Meal Prep experienced a slight growth of 1% [18][22]. Cash Flow and Balance Sheet Highlights - Net cash provided by operating activities was $5 million, down from $42 million in the prior year, with free cash flow turning negative at $2 million [7][42]. - Total debt at the end of the fiscal third quarter was $709 million, reduced from $744 million at the beginning of the fiscal year [7][17]. Guidance - The company adjusted its fiscal 2025 guidance, expecting organic net sales growth to decline by approximately 5%-6%, with adjusted EBITDA projected at around $125 million and gross margin at approximately 21.5% [24][25].