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Apr 30
Mamas Creations Q1 2026 Earnings Report
Mama’s Creations reported strong growth driven by new customer acquisitions, successful trade promotions, and operational efficiencies.
Key Takeaways
Mama’s Creations delivered robust revenue and earnings growth in Q1 FY2026, underpinned by expanded distribution, product innovation, and a significant increase in trade investments with high ROI.
Revenue reached a record $35.3 million, up from $29.8 million a year ago.
Net income doubled year-over-year to $1.2 million, with diluted EPS of $0.03.
Strong operational efficiencies and margin control helped offset commodity cost pressures.
Cash and cash equivalents surged to $12 million due to $6 million in operating cash flow.
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Forward Guidance
Management remains optimistic about continued growth supported by trade promotion ROI, geographic expansion, and margin improvement initiatives.
Positive Outlook
- Fully implemented pricing increases across customer portfolio by May.
- Record trade promotion ROI with customers like Publix and Costco.
- Operational efficiencies lowered overtime and improved yield in chicken operations.
- Strong balance sheet with $12 million in cash, enabling flexibility.
- Continued national footprint expansion with new wins like Lidl and Amazon Fresh.
Challenges Ahead
- Commodity pressures, particularly in chicken, continued to affect margins.
- Tripling of trade promotion spending reduced short-term profitability.
- Higher marketing expenses impacted operating margins.
- Ongoing inflation-driven dynamics may challenge input cost control.
- Revenue gains partially offset by increased promotional discounts.