The earnings call reflects a positive sentiment, characterized by significant revenue growth and expansion in the Zola brand, coupled with improved cash management and operating efficiency. However, challenges such as inventory write-downs and the decline in GLA oil sales were noted. The inability to provide forward-looking guidance due to recent rapid expansion introduces some uncertainty.
Company Guidance
During the third quarter 2024 earnings call for Arcadia Biosciences, the company reported an 18% year-over-year increase in total revenues, largely driven by a 55% growth in Zola coconut water sales. This was accompanied by a notable 68% rise in Zola's retail store count compared to the previous year. Despite an increase in selling, general, and administrative expenses by $380,000 due to severance and transition-related fees, the company's cash usage declined to $1.5 million, marking the lowest quarterly cash burn since going public. Zola's performance outpaced the coconut water category, with scan data indicating a 36% increase in sell-through. The company also highlighted a promising outlook, with plans for new product innovations and continued efforts to optimize their cost structure and expand distribution.
Revenue Growth
Total revenues increased by 18% year-over-year, driven by a 55% increase in Zola coconut water sales.
Zola Expansion
Zola retail store count increased by 68% compared to the same period last year, achieving the largest quarterly rate of distribution gains in the company's history.
Market Performance
Zola grew faster than the coconut water category across all measured time periods, with a 73% increase in September while the category grew 28%.
Reduced Cash Usage
Use of cash during the quarter declined to $1.5 million, marking the lowest level of cash used in a quarter since Arcadia went public.
Operating Efficiency
Despite revenue growth, selling, general, and administrative expenses were maintained, with increases driven by one-time transition-related fees.
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Arcadia Biosciences (RKDA) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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RKDA Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Nov 12, 2024
$4.24
$4.19
-1.18%
Aug 13, 2024
$2.99
$2.66
-11.04%
May 09, 2024
$2.08
$2.06
-0.96%
Mar 28, 2024
$2.21
$2.05
-7.24%
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FAQ
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Arcadia Biosciences (RKDA) is schdueled to report earning on Mar 26, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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