Improvement in Adjusted EBITDA
Q3 adjusted EBITDA loss improved to $1.5 million from $9.1 million in the same quarter last year, illustrating strong execution of productivity initiatives.
Record Gross Margin
Achieved a record gross margin of 49%, up 370 basis points from the previous year, due to enhanced efficiencies, cost savings, and better product costing.
Walmart Expansion
Rolling out Zevia to over 4,300 Walmart locations, significantly expanding distribution and expected to drive brand awareness nationwide.
New Product Innovations
Successful launch of new flavors like Cran-Raspberry and limited-time Salted Caramel, contributing to growth in the natural channel.
Increased Cost Savings Target
Annual cost savings target increased to $15 million from the initial $12 million due to productivity initiatives.
Growth in Key Channels
Grocery channel scan data showed dollar growth of 8% and unit growth of 9% for Q3, with further acceleration in October.