The earnings call highlighted positive aspects such as growth in comparable store sales and net sales, new leadership appointments, and strategic distribution center expansion. However, these were counterbalanced by significant challenges, including declining gross margins, restructuring charges, and ongoing systems issues affecting operations.
Company Guidance
During the call, Grocery Outlet provided several metrics and guidance for fiscal 2025. They expect comparable store sales growth between 2% to 3%, with a total net sales range of $4.7 to $4.8 billion, including approximately $75 million from a 53rd week. The company plans to open 33 to 35 net new stores, focusing more on existing and adjacent markets to improve productivity and return on invested capital. Gross margins are anticipated to be around 30% to 30.5% for the year. Adjusted EBITDA is projected between $260 million and $270 million, while adjusted earnings per share (EPS) is expected to be in the range of $0.70 to $0.75. They also mentioned the impact of restructuring charges in the range of $36 million to $45 million, with the majority expected in the first half of the year.
Comparable Store Sales Increase
Comparable store sales increased by 2.9% in Q4, driven by a 3% growth in customer count.
Net Sales Growth
Net sales increased by 10.9% to $1.1 billion for the fourth quarter.
New Distribution Center
Opened a new 680,000 square foot distribution center in Vancouver, Washington, expected to increase efficiencies and lower distribution costs in the region.
Leadership Appointments
Appointment of Jason Potter as CEO and Chris Miller as CFO, both bringing extensive experience to drive company growth.
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Grocery Outlet Holding (GO) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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GO Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Feb 25, 2025
$15.74
$10.99
-30.18%
Nov 05, 2024
$14.56
$16.11
+10.65%
Aug 06, 2024
$18.54
$19.63
+5.88%
May 07, 2024
$25.90
$20.88
-19.38%
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