Share Buyback and Dividend Increase
RCI Hospitality Holdings reduced its share count by 4.7% year-over-year and increased its cash dividend by 16.7%.
Positive Same-Store Sales Growth
The Nightclub segment saw positive same-store sales growth for two consecutive quarters, indicating a recovery in this core business area.
Back to Basics 5-Year Plan
RCI aims to generate $250 million of free cash flow over the next 5 years, with targets including $400 million in revenue and $75 million in free cash flow by fiscal 2029.
Debt Reduction
RCI reduced debt by $7.2 million in the fourth quarter, with a declining debt-to-EBITDA ratio expected in fiscal year 2025.
Operational Improvements
The company divested underperforming Bombshells locations, closed the Denver Food Hall, and discontinued franchising to improve overall performance.