The earnings call presented a mixed picture. While there were significant improvements in specific segments like Spices & Flavor Solutions and general margin improvements, the call was overshadowed by substantial impairment charges leading to a net loss. The reduction in debt and strategic focus were positive, but challenges such as sales decline in base businesses and foreign currency impacts were notable.
Company Guidance
During the B&G Foods Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2024 Earnings Call, guidance for fiscal year 2025 was provided, projecting net sales in the range of $1.89 billion to $1.95 billion. Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be between $290 million and $300 million, with adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of net sales anticipated to remain around 15% to 15.5%. The company also expects to benefit from a 53rd week in fiscal 2025, which will contribute approximately $10 million to $15 million in net sales. Additional financial projections include interest expenses between $147.5 million and $152.5 million, depreciation expense of $47.5 million to $52.5 million, amortization expense of $20 million to $22 million, and an effective tax rate of 26% to 27%. Capital expenditures are forecasted to be in the range of $35 million to $40 million.
Sequential Improvement in Q4
Fourth quarter results showed sequential improvement with net sales of $551.6 million and adjusted EBITDA of $86.1 million, which were in line or slightly above expectations.
Spices & Flavor Solutions Growth
The Spices & Flavor Solutions business unit achieved a 5% increase in net sales in Q4 2024 compared to Q4 2023, driven by higher volumes and improved net pricing.
Improved Margins
Adjusted gross profit percentage improved to 22.2% in Q4 2024 from 21.9% in Q4 2023, with adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of net sales increasing to 15.6% from 15%.
Debt Reduction
Net debt was reduced to $1.994 billion by the end of Q4 2024, with no near-term maturities after redeeming $265 million of senior notes.
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B&G Foods (BGS) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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BGS Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Feb 25, 2025
$6.83
$7.03
+2.93%
Nov 05, 2024
$8.58
$6.88
-19.81%
Aug 06, 2024
$8.25
$8.03
-2.67%
May 08, 2024
$10.75
$7.71
-28.28%
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FAQ
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B&G Foods Holdings (BGS) is schdueled to report earning on May 13, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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