The Beachbody Company (NYSE:BODI) Conference Transcript

Summary of The Beachbody Company (NYSE:BODI) Conference Call - December 10, 2025 Company Overview - The Beachbody Company, ticker BODI, is undergoing a significant turnaround after facing financial difficulties in previous years, with losses of -$200 million and -$100 million in prior years [2][3] - The company transitioned from a multi-level marketing (MLM) structure to an omnichannel sales model, focusing on direct-to-consumer sales and partnerships [3][5] Financial Performance - The company has achieved EBITDA positivity for the last eight quarters, totaling $49 million in cumulative EBITDA [3] - Year-to-date EBITDA for the first nine months of 2025 is reported at $17.9 million, with positive free cash flow of $13.1 million [4] - The first positive net income quarter was reported in Q3 2025, with a net income of $3.6 million, marking the first net income since the IPO in 2021 [4] - The break-even revenue level has been significantly reduced from $900 million to $180 million [5] - The company has $34 million in cash and $25 million in debt, with a new effective cash rate of 13.4% after refinancing [4][5] Business Model Transformation - The company eliminated its MLM structure, reducing its manpower from over 1,300 to less than 300 [5] - A new omnichannel approach includes direct sales through the website, an affiliate program, and retail partnerships [5][6] - The launch of a new line of nutritional products under well-known brands like P90X and Shakeology is planned for Q1 2026 [6][8] Product and Market Strategy - The company is targeting the 185 million Americans who are overweight and do not exercise, with new fitness programs and nutritional products [9][10] - A new P90X exercise program and a line of nutritional supplements are set to launch, with a focus on accessibility and affordability [10][18] - The company aims to leverage partnerships, such as with Reebok, to expand its reach and visibility [14][16] Marketing and Customer Engagement - Marketing expenses have been reduced from high 40s% of sales to low 30s%, allowing for increased media spending [12] - The company is focusing on customer acquisition and retention metrics, particularly in digital subscriptions and nutritional product sales [32] - A significant opportunity exists to convert existing fitness customers to nutrition product users, as currently less than 10% of fitness customers use the nutrition products [23][24] Future Outlook - The company anticipates that 2026 will be the first year for year-over-year comparisons under the new business model [11] - New product launches and marketing strategies are expected to drive revenue growth, with a focus on the new customer base and existing CRM [28][33] - The management emphasizes the importance of innovation and product diversification to capture market share in the fitness and nutrition sectors [28][32] Conclusion - The Beachbody Company is positioned for a strong recovery and growth trajectory following its strategic overhaul, with a focus on profitability, customer engagement, and innovative product offerings [27][33]