Core Insights - The company has completed an internal investigation regarding improper accounting practices and is releasing preliminary financial results for FY2025 and the first half of FY2026 [1][3][4] Financial Performance - Preliminary unaudited revenue for FY2025 is expected to be $1.6 billion, a 2.6% increase from the previous year [7] - Gross Comparable Store Sales are projected to rise by 7.5%, amounting to an increase of $116.9 million year-over-year [7] - Revenues from BNC First Day programs are anticipated to grow by 25.3%, equating to $119.9 million year-over-year [8] - The expected net loss for FY2025 is projected to be between $(68.0) million and $(62.0) million, an improvement from the previous year's loss [9] - Adjusted EBITDA for FY2025 is expected to range from $55.0 million to $63.0 million, reflecting a significant increase from the prior fiscal year [9] Balance Sheet and Debt Management - Total debt at year-end is expected to be $103.1 million, down from $196.3 million the previous year [10] - The company's net working capital position is projected to improve to positive $188.9 million from $46.1 million last year [10] First Half FY2026 Results - Preliminary revenue for the first six months of FY2026 is expected to be approximately $933.0 million, a 7.8% increase year-over-year [11] - Net income for the first half of FY2026 is anticipated to range from $3.0 million to $8.0 million, a significant improvement over the prior year's loss [11] - Adjusted EBITDA for the first half of FY2026 is expected to be between $32.0 million and $42.0 million [12] Management Commentary and Strategic Outlook - The CEO highlighted strong sales and improved financial metrics driven by the adoption of BNC First Day offerings and disciplined expense management [15] - The company expects continued top-line growth in FY2026 despite market uncertainties, with anticipated Adjusted EBITDA in the range of $65 million to $75 million [16] - Looking ahead to FY2027, the company aims to improve gross margins and grow Adjusted EBITDA by 15% to 20% or more [17]