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Dec 31, 2024

Allbirds Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Allbirds reported a decline in revenue and gross margin in Q4 2024, with continued losses but improved cost control measures.

Key Takeaways

Allbirds reported Q4 2024 revenue of $55.9 million, a 22.4% decline from the prior year, primarily due to lower unit sales and international distributor transitions. The company reported a net loss of $25.7 million, or ($3.23) per share. Gross margin declined to 31.3% due to inventory adjustments and increased freight costs. However, cost-cutting initiatives helped reduce selling, general, and administrative expenses. The company remains focused on product innovation and strategic shifts to improve performance in 2025.

Q4 2024 revenue declined 22.4% year-over-year to $55.9 million.

Gross margin fell 670 basis points to 31.3% due to inventory adjustments and freight costs.

Net loss improved to $25.7 million from $56.8 million in Q4 2023.

Cash and cash equivalents stood at $66.7 million with no outstanding borrowings.

Total Revenue
$55.9M
Previous year: $72M
-22.4%
EPS
-$3.23
Previous year: -$3.8
-15.0%
Gross Margin
31.3%
Previous year: 38%
-17.6%
Marketing Expenses as % of Revenue
22%
Previous year: 20.6%
+6.8%
Gross Profit
$17.5M
Previous year: $27.4M
-36.2%
Cash and Equivalents
$66.7M
Previous year: $130M
-48.7%
Total Assets
$189M
Previous year: $313M
-39.6%

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Forward Guidance

Allbirds expects revenue between $175 million and $195 million in 2025, with continued cost reductions and strategic shifts to improve profitability.

Positive Outlook

  • 2025 revenue guidance set between $175 million and $195 million.
  • U.S. net revenue projected between $145 million and $160 million.
  • International revenue forecasted between $30 million and $35 million.
  • Strategic shift to distributor model expected to improve efficiency.
  • Continued cost-cutting measures to improve financial performance.

Challenges Ahead

  • Revenue decline expected due to transition to distributor model.
  • First quarter 2025 revenue guidance below prior-year levels.
  • Gross margin pressure may continue due to inventory adjustments.
  • Marketing expenses remain high despite cost-cutting efforts.
  • Competitive pressures in the footwear market remain a challenge.