Core Insights - Colabor Group Inc. reported a significant increase in sales for Q3 2025, with a 31.1% rise to $212.5 million compared to $162.0 million in Q3 2024, driven by distribution activities and inflation effects [8][19] - The company experienced a net loss of $74.4 million from continuing operations, a stark contrast to net earnings of $1.2 million in the same quarter of the previous year, primarily due to an impairment charge on goodwill [21][8] - Kelly Shipway has been appointed as the new President and CEO, succeeding Louis Frenette, as part of a structured succession plan aimed at enhancing customer experience and profitability [3][5][9] Financial Performance - Adjusted EBITDA decreased to $5.8 million, representing a margin of 2.7% of sales, down from $9.5 million and 5.9% in Q3 2024 [20][8] - Cash flow from operating activities was negative at $(7.7) million for Q3 2025, compared to $9.9 million in Q3 2024, reflecting increased working capital utilization [25][8] - Net debt rose significantly to $112.1 million from $47.8 million at the end of 2024, attributed to the acquisition financing and increased credit facilities [26][8] Strategic Developments - The company is in the process of integrating Alimplus' activities, with site closures planned for Drummondville and Anjou by the end of November 2025 and January 2026, respectively [12][18] - A forbearance agreement with lenders has been extended until January 30, 2026, requiring liquidity maintenance and a minimum trailing twelve-month EBITDA [29][8] - The company aims to stabilize its capital structure and reduce debt while focusing on the successful integration of Alimplus to enhance growth and profitability [28][8]

Core Insights - Colabor Group Inc. reported a net loss of $2.3 million for Q2 2025, a significant decline from net earnings of $1.7 million in Q2 2024, primarily due to decreased adjusted EBITDA and increased operational costs [4][12][14] - The company experienced a 5.1% increase in sales, reaching $169.5 million compared to $161.3 million in the same quarter of the previous year, driven by the acquisition of Alimplus Inc. and organic growth from major accounts [7][10] - Adjusted EBITDA fell to $5.4 million, representing a margin of 3.2%, down from $9.7 million and 6.0% in Q2 2024, attributed to lower gross margins from a renewed supply agreement [11][14] Financial Performance - Sales from continuing operations for the 12-week period were $169.5 million, up from $161.3 million in 2024, while for the 24-week period, sales were $301.2 million compared to $292.5 million in 2024 [4][13] - Adjusted EBITDA for the 12-week period was $5.4 million (3.2% margin) compared to $9.7 million (6.0% margin) in 2024, and for the 24-week period, it was $7.6 million (2.5% margin) compared to $14.6 million (5.0% margin) in 2024 [11][14] - Cash flow from operating activities decreased to $4.5 million for the 12-week period and $10.7 million for the 24-week period, down from $5.0 million and $16.7 million in 2024, respectively [15] Debt and Financial Position - As of June 14, 2025, net debt increased to $97.3 million from $47.8 million at the end of 2024, primarily due to the acquisition financing [16] - The financial leverage ratio rose to 4.3x, up from 2.4x at the end of 2024, indicating increased reliance on debt [4][6] Recent Developments - A cybersecurity incident was identified on July 20, 2025, impacting the company's internal IT systems [3] - The acquisition of Alimplus Inc. is expected to enhance growth and market position, with a six-year distribution agreement signed to serve Groupe Mayrand Alimentation inc. [8][9] - The company aims to improve profitability and prioritize debt reduction in the second half of 2025 [18]