SLANG Worldwide Announces First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

Core Insights - SLANG Worldwide Inc. reported financial results for Q1 2024, highlighting a diversified strategy and operational efficiencies despite challenges in core markets [2][4] - The company experienced a 41% decrease in gross profit year-over-year, with revenue of $7.03 million for the quarter [4][9] - Significant growth was noted in the e-commerce segment, with a 45% increase in sales, and a remarkable 417% increase in Vermont wholesale sales year-over-year [3][5] Financial Performance - Revenue for Q1 2024 was $7.03 million, down from $10.82 million in Q1 2023, primarily due to increased competition and market declines in Vermont and Colorado [4][7] - Gross profit was $3.36 million, representing a 48% gross margin, compared to $5.72 million and a 53% gross margin in Q1 2023 [4][8] - Operating expenses decreased to $5.54 million in Q1 2024 from $5.78 million in Q1 2023, reflecting a 4% year-over-year reduction [4][9] Operational Highlights - The e-commerce channel contributed $0.46 million in sales in Q1 2024, up from $0.30 million in Q4 2023, indicating a 53% quarter-over-quarter growth [5] - Vermont wholesale sales reached $0.31 million in Q1 2024, a significant increase from $0.06 million in Q1 2023 [5] - The company signed a new distribution agreement to expand the reach of its Alchemy Naturals CBD gummies across the U.S. [5] Market Outlook - The U.S. Department of Justice's recommendation to reschedule cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III is anticipated to positively impact SLANG and the broader cannabis industry [3]