cbdMD(US:YCBD)2025-12-19 22:22Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For fiscal year 2025, the company reported total net sales of $19.1 million, a slight decrease from $19.5 million in the prior year [16][20] - The operating loss for fiscal 2025 was approximately $2.1 million, improved from a loss of $3.3 million in 2024 [6][23] - Adjusted non-GAAP EBITDA improved from a loss of $1.7 million in 2024 to a loss of $900,000 in 2025 [6][25] - Gross profit margin for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025 was 59%, up from 54% in the prior year [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - E-commerce direct-to-consumer sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025 were $3.5 million, a 6% year-over-year decrease [16][17] - The wholesale business generated $1.2 million in net sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, a 25% increase compared to $900,000 in the same quarter of fiscal 2024 [19][20] - For fiscal year 2025, the wholesale business generated net sales of $4.5 million, up from $3.8 million in 2024 [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Distribution for the new beverage brand, Oasis, has expanded to nine states, with improving case sell-through and growing distributor engagement [7][8] - E-commerce represented 77% of total net sales for fiscal year 2025, down from 81% in the prior year [17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on scaling the Oasis brand responsibly while driving efficient, profitable direct-to-consumer growth [29] - The strategy includes preserving margins and capital discipline while evaluating strategic opportunities aligned with regulatory strength [29] - The company aims to capitalize on the evolving regulatory environment, particularly with the recent executive order from the White House [12][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the company's position in the evolving regulatory landscape, highlighting the potential for increased demand for CBD products [12][30] - The company believes that the heavy lifting of the turnaround is largely behind them, with fiscal 2026 focused on improving financial performance [30] - Management noted that the executive order could lead to significant demand for quality CBD products, particularly among Medicare consumers [46] Other Important Information - The company eliminated over $7 million in annual accrued preferred dividend obligations, significantly improving working capital [9][26] - The company has a strong liquidity position entering calendar 2026, with cash and cash equivalents of approximately $2.2 million [26][28] - The NYSE American confirmed that all prior compliance deficiencies had been resolved, reflecting progress in financial stability [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: What will be the key driver of growth in 2026? - Management believes there are growth opportunities in both the core cbdMD brand and the beverage side, with visibility on growth through November [35] Question: Can you explain the decline in direct-to-consumer business? - Management indicated that the decline is tied to organizational changes and is trending slightly up over prior year periods [36][37] Question: What is the timeline for Medicare coverage of CBD products? - Management mentioned that a pilot program is expected to start on April 1st, with potential for significant demand increase [39][40] Question: How will the executive order impact the business? - Management views the executive order as a potential game changer, with significant demand for CBD products expected in the coming years [45][46] Question: How are you prioritizing growth investments for fiscal 2026? - Management indicated that the next quarter will likely see more investment in the Oasis side, with ongoing evaluations based on regulatory developments [66]