Westrock Coffee Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Westrock Coffee saw a 6.5% increase in Q4 2024 revenue, reaching $229.0 million. Despite this growth, the company reported a net loss of $24.6 million. Adjusted EBITDA was $13.3 million, slightly down from $13.7 million in the prior year, due to $7.6 million in scale-up costs related to the Conway Facility. The Beverage Solutions segment had flat sales, while Sustainable Sourcing & Traceability (SS&T) saw a 37.8% revenue increase.
Revenue increased by 6.5% to $229.0 million.
Net loss widened to $24.6 million from $20.1 million in Q4 2023.
Adjusted EBITDA stood at $13.3 million, including $7.6 million in scale-up costs.
SS&T segment revenue increased by 37.8%, while Beverage Solutions remained flat.
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Forward Guidance
Westrock Coffee anticipates significant growth in 2025, driven by volume growth in its core coffee business, cost reduction measures, and new manufacturing capabilities.
Positive Outlook
- Expected volume growth from new retail coffee customers.
- Expense savings from cost reduction and facility consolidation efforts.
- Operational improvements within core manufacturing facilities.
- Scaling up of ready-to-drink (RTD) can volumes starting in Q2 2025.
- Launch of RTD glass bottle products in Q3 2025.
Challenges Ahead
- Uncertainty in market conditions and commodity price fluctuations.
- Potential supply chain disruptions impacting raw material availability.
- Ongoing scale-up costs at the Conway Facility.
- Macroeconomic pressures affecting consumer spending.
- Uncertain impact of tariffs and regulatory changes on operations.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income