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Sep 27, 2025
Ingles Q4 2025 Earnings Report
Ingles returned to profitability in Q4 after a hurricane-impacted quarter last year, supported by improved margins and cost control.
Key Takeaways
Ingles Markets posted a solid recovery in Q4 2025, with a return to net income of $25.7M and higher gross profit margins. Revenue dipped slightly, but earnings per share rebounded significantly from the prior year's loss.
Net income improved to $25.7M after a loss in Q4 2024 due to hurricane-related impairments.
Gross profit margin increased to 24.5% from 21.4% year-over-year.
Operating expenses declined slightly despite inflationary pressures.
EPS recovered to $1.35 from a prior-year loss of $0.08.
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Forward Guidance
The company expressed confidence in its ability to fund capital needs and reopen hurricane-damaged stores in the coming years.
Positive Outlook
- Improved gross margins and profitability.
- Reduced interest expense and debt levels.
- Operating expenses slightly decreased.
- Continued investment in store repairs and operations.
- Sufficient liquidity with strong cash position and low line of credit usage.
Challenges Ahead
- Three stores still closed due to hurricane damage.
- Slight year-over-year revenue decline.
- Higher depreciation and amortization costs.
- Ongoing inflationary pressures on costs.
- Uncertainty from competitive pricing and online shopping trends.
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