PLANTATION, Fla., Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: AENT), a premier distributor, logistics provider, and omnichannel fulfillment partner to the entertainment and pop culture collectibles industry, supplying more than 325,000 unique SKUs across physical media, video games, toys, licensed merchandise, and exclusive collectibles to over 35,000 retail and e-commerce storefronts, will hold a conference call on Wednesday, September 10, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time ...

Core Insights - Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation reported a net income of $1.9 million for the third quarter of FY 2025, marking a $5.3 million improvement year-over-year, indicating strong operational execution and margin gains [1][11] - The company reduced its revolver debt by 25% year-over-year, enhancing its balance sheet and liquidity position [1][11] - Direct to Consumer sales accounted for 35% of gross revenue, up from 33% in the same quarter of the previous year, reflecting a growing trend in consumer fulfillment [1][10] Financial Performance - Net revenues for the third quarter ended March 31, 2025, were $213.0 million, a 1% increase from $211.2 million in the same period of 2024 [15] - Gross profit for the third quarter was $29.1 million, up 3.7% from $28.0 million year-over-year, with a gross profit margin of 13.6%, compared to 13.2% in the prior year [15] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $4.9 million, reflecting a 66% increase from $2.9 million in the same period of 2024 [11][15] Operational Highlights - The company launched a distribution partnership with Paramount Pictures, becoming the exclusive licensee of Paramount's physical media in the U.S. and Canada, which strengthens its position in the home entertainment market [6][5] - Physical movie sales surged 39% year-over-year, increasing from $42 million to $58 million, driven by new exclusive content partnerships [6] - Vinyl record sales increased by 11% year-over-year, rising from $78 million to $86 million, supported by strong consumer demand [6] Inventory and Cost Management - Inventory levels improved to $93.2 million, down 13% from $108.0 million at March 31, 2024, indicating better inventory turnover and working capital efficiency [6] - Total operating expenses decreased by 11.4% year-over-year, with distribution and fulfillment costs declining by 10.2% due to automation initiatives [6] - Interest expense declined by 20.2% year-over-year, reflecting a lower revolving credit balance and improved financial efficiency [6]