The chart below shows how HNST performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, HNST sees a +9.81% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +7.56% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.50%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Record Quarterly Revenue: We delivered our highest quarterly revenue in the history of the Honest Company with $99 million in sales, which was an increase of 15% year-over-year.
Gross Margin Expansion: We achieved a gross margin of 39%, representing an expansion of 710 basis points over the same period last year.
Consistent Positive EBITDA: We generated adjusted EBITDA of $7 million, representing our fourth consecutive quarter of positive adjusted EBITDA.
Portfolio Growth Comparison: Honest's portfolio grew 9% year-over-year, compared to a 2% decline in the comparable personal care sector.
Household Penetration Increase: Our household penetration among Honest users reached 6.7%, an increase of 23 basis points versus last year.
Negative
Operating Expenses Increase: Operating expenses increased by $3 million compared to the third quarter last year, representing a 220 basis points increase as a percentage of revenue generated.
SG&A Percentage Decline: SG&A as a percentage of revenue decreased by 440 basis points compared to last year, indicating a rise in operational costs despite revenue growth.
Legal Expenses Impact Profitability: Non-recurring legal expenses of $4.1 million were included in this quarter's SG&A, impacting overall profitability.
Inventory Decrease Analysis: Inventory at quarter end was $75 million, a decrease of $5 million from the end of the third quarter of 2023, indicating potential supply chain issues.
Non-Recurring Legal Expenses: Despite a strong revenue increase, the company expects additional non-recurring expenses of $4 million to $5 million related to legal matters in the fourth quarter.
The Honest Company, Inc. (HNST) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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