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Jun 30, 2023

RCI Hospitality Q3 2023 Earnings Report

RCI Hospitality reported a revenue increase driven by nightclub acquisitions but faced same-store sales declines in Bombshells, with overall profitability affected by prior year's high operating leverage.

Key Takeaways

RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. reported a 9.0% year-over-year increase in third quarter revenues, reaching $77.1 million. The company generated $14.3 million in free cash flow and $22.7 million in adjusted EBITDA. EPS was reported at $0.96, while non-GAAP EPS reached $1.30.

Total revenues increased by 9.0% year-over-year to $77.1 million.

GAAP EPS was $0.96, and Non-GAAP EPS was $1.30.

Free cash flow was $14.3 million.

The company repurchased 10,440 common shares for $725,423 in 4Q23 to date.

Total Revenue
$77.1M
Previous year: $70.7M
+9.0%
EPS
$1.3
Previous year: $1.6
-18.8%
Gross Profit
$45.9M
Previous year: $44.1M
+4.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$23.6M
Previous year: $37.5M
-37.1%
Free Cash Flow
$14.3M
Previous year: $18M
-20.9%
Total Assets
$620M
Previous year: $502M
+23.5%

RCI Hospitality

RCI Hospitality

Forward Guidance

RCI Hospitality anticipates opening a new Bombshells location in Stafford, TX, during 4Q23. For FY24, plans include relaunching a temporarily closed club, opening two new clubs in Fort Worth and Lubbock, TX, and launching three new Bombshells in Lubbock, Rowlett, TX, and downtown Denver. The company also aims to open Rick’s Cabaret Steakhouse & Casino and Bombshells Sports Casino in Central City, CO, while continuing to pursue new club acquisitions.

Positive Outlook

  • Opening new Bombshells in Stafford, TX in 4Q23.
  • Relaunching a temporarily closed club in FY24.
  • Opening two new clubs in Fort Worth and Lubbock, TX in FY24.
  • Launching three new Bombshells in Lubbock and Rowlett, TX, and downtown Denver.
  • Aiming to open Rick’s Cabaret Steakhouse & Casino and Bombshells Sports Casino in Central City, CO.

Challenges Ahead

  • Economic uncertainty may impact customer spending.
  • Vacation travel may decrease traffic.
  • Extreme Texas heat may affect performance.
  • Unspecified risks and uncertainties associated with operating and managing adult entertainment or restaurant businesses.
  • Competition and dependence on key personnel.