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XCel Brands (XELB)
NASDAQ:XELB
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 07, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
-0.62Last Year’s EPS
-0.1Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 1 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Jun 04, 2025
|% Change Since: -23.14%
|Next Earnings Date:Aug 07, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call highlights significant strategic partnerships and cost reductions, as well as growing social media influence, which positions Xcel for future growth. However, the company continues to face financial challenges with declining revenues and net losses, along with potential disruptions from external factors like tariffs and operational consolidations.Company Guidance
During the Xcel Brands earnings call for Q4 2024 and Q1 2025, management provided guidance and updates on several key metrics. They reported an adjusted EBITDA loss of $792,000 for Q4 2024, marking a $361,000 improvement over the prior year's Q4. For the full fiscal year 2024, the adjusted EBITDA was negative $3.5 million, a 40% improvement from the previous year. Q1 2025 revenues were $1.3 million, slightly higher than the prior quarter, whereas net losses for Q1 2025 were approximately $2.8 million on a GAAP basis, a 56% improvement from the previous year. The company's social media reach expanded significantly, growing from 5 million followers in January 2025 to 45 million to date. Looking forward, Xcel Brands is forecasting adjusted EBITDA between $1 million and $2.5 million for 2025, with potential impacts from tariffs and operational changes at HSN taken into account. The call also highlighted a strategic transaction with United Trademark Group, enhancing liquidity by $3 million and saving over $1 million annually in interest and principal payments through March 2027.Strategic Transaction with United Trademark Group
The transaction brings two industry leaders together, enhancing Xcel's global distribution and product delivery capabilities. It provided $3 million in liquidity and saves $1 million per year in interest and principal payments through March 2027.
Social Media Reach Expansion
Xcel's social media reach grew from 5 million followers in January 2025 to 45 million by June 2025, indicating strong potential for video commerce and creator-led brands.
Cost Reduction and Improved EBITDA
Direct operating costs decreased by nearly 50% year-over-year from 2023 to 2024, and adjusted EBITDA improved by 31% in Q4 2024 and 56% in Q1 2025 compared to the previous year.
New Brand Launches and Creator Partnerships
The company announced new creator influencer brands with Cesar Millan, Gemma Stafford, and Jenny Martinez, with strong social media followings and potential for significant revenue growth.
XELB Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
XELB Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Jun 04, 2025 | $2.42 | $2.31 | -4.55% |
Jun 04, 2025 | $2.31 | $1.98 | -14.29% |
Dec 20, 2024 | $4.00 | $3.40 | -15.00% |
Aug 14, 2024 | $7.26 | $6.95 | -4.27% |
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FAQ
When does XCel Brands (XELB) report earnings?
XCel Brands (XELB) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 07, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is XCel Brands (XELB) earnings time?
XCel Brands (XELB) earnings time is at Aug 07, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is XELB EPS forecast?
XELB EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is -0.62.