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 -

Q3 2025

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.

XCel Brands (XELB) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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XELB Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Nov 17, 2025	2025 (Q3)	- / -	-0.6	―	―	―
Aug 07, 2025	2025 (Q2)	-0.75 / -	-0.1	―	―	―
Jun 04, 2025	2024 (Q4)	-1.12 / -0.58	-0.9	35.56% (+0.32)	―	―
Jun 04, 2025	2025 (Q1)	-1.12 / -1.12	-0.9	-24.44% (-0.22)	―
Dec 20, 2024	2024 (Q3)	-1.30 / -0.60	-1.5	60.00% (+0.90)	―
Aug 14, 2024	2024 (Q2)	-0.85 / -0.10	-0.9	88.89% (+0.80)	―
May 20, 2024	2024 (Q1)	- / -	-0.18	―	―
Apr 16, 2024	2023 (Q4)	-1.55 / -0.90	-1.8	50.00% (+0.90)	―
Nov 20, 2023	2023 (Q3)	-2.20 / -1.50	-1.7	11.76% (+0.20)	―
Aug 10, 2023	2023 (Q2)	-1.30 / -0.90	-1.8	50.00% (+0.90)	―

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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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