SharkNinja, Inc. (SN) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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Overview

The earnings call summary reflects strong financial performance with increased revenue, EPS, and cash flow. The company has raised its guidance, indicating confidence in future growth. The Q&A section highlights positive sentiment from analysts, with expectations of double-digit growth and successful international expansion. Despite some technical difficulties, overall sentiment remains positive due to strong financial metrics and optimistic guidance.

Key Financial Performance

Net Sales (Q4 2025) $2.1 billion, increased 17.6% year-over-year. Domestic net sales increased 15.7% to $1.37 billion, and International net sales increased 21.4% to $729 million. Reasons: Broad-based strength across product categories, geographies, and channels.

Net Sales (Full Year 2025) $6.4 billion, up nearly 16% year-over-year. Domestic net sales grew 13.5%, and International net sales increased 20.8%. Reasons: Diversification across products, channels, and geographies.

Adjusted EBITDA (Q4 2025) $395 million, increased 36% year-over-year. Adjusted EBITDA margin was 18.8%, up approximately 250 basis points. Reasons: Cost optimization, favorable sales mix, and operating expense discipline.

Adjusted EBITDA (Full Year 2025) $1.14 billion, increased more than 19% year-over-year. Adjusted EBITDA margins expanded approximately 50 basis points. Reasons: Diversified gross margin levers and operating expense discipline.

Adjusted Gross Margin (Q4 2025) 48.2% of net sales, increased nearly 40 basis points year-over-year. Reasons: International gross margin expansion and favorable sales mix.

Adjusted Gross Margin (Full Year 2025) 49.4% of net sales, improved approximately 30 basis points year-over-year. Reasons: Core competency on gross margin and diversified approach to driving upside.

Adjusted Earnings Per Share (Full Year 2025) $5.28, up nearly 21% year-over-year. Reasons: Strong net sales growth and profitability improvements.

Adjusted Operating Expenses (Q4 2025) $645 million, 30.7% of net sales, down from 33.5% in the year-ago quarter. Reasons: Cost discipline and efficient advertising spending.

Cash from Operating Activities (Full Year 2025) $634 million, record cash flow performance. Reasons: Strong net sales and profitability.

Cash and Cash Equivalents (End of 2025) $777 million, up more than 100% year-over-year. Reasons: Strong cash generation and balance sheet management.

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Operating Highlights

New Product Launches: Introduced Shark CryoGlow and Shark FacialPro Glow with DePuffi in skincare, achieving #1 skincare facial device brand in the U.S. Launched Ninja FireSide 360, a smokeless fire pit and outdoor space heater, attracting new consumers.

AI Integration: Plans to embed AI capabilities in products like coffee machines, air purifiers, and robotics by late 2026. Hiring 100 software engineers to support this initiative.

International Expansion: Transitioned to direct operations in Nordics, Poland, and Benelux, with plans for Italy and Spain in 2026. Achieved triple-digit growth in Mexico and strong performance in EMEA and Latin America.

Retail and DTC Growth: Enhanced direct-to-consumer capabilities with a redesigned website, leading to higher engagement and conversion rates. Deepened partnerships with key retailers for better pricing and promotions.

Supply Chain Diversification: Completed supply chain transformation, enabling nearly 100% of U.S. volume to be manufactured outside China. Focused on optimization in 2026.

Marketing Diversification: Achieved 119% growth in social media followers, far outpacing competitors. Leveraged platforms like Instagram and TikTok for consumer engagement.

Share Repurchase Program: Announced a $750 million share repurchase program, reflecting strong cash flow and operational discipline.

Category Expansion: Entered propane grill and outdoor fire pit categories in 2025, with plans to add two more categories in 2026.

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Risk or Challenges

Macroeconomic Challenges: The company faced a challenging macroeconomic environment in 2025, including market pressures and declines in the broader industry. The total U.S. market declined in the low single digits year-over-year, with mid-single-digit declines in Q4.

Tariff-Related Headwinds: The company is experiencing significant tariff-related headwinds, with minimum rates of 20% for China and Vietnam, and 19% for other Southeast Asian countries. These tariffs are impacting domestic gross margins and are expected to persist in 2026.

Supply Chain Complexity: While the company has diversified its supply chain, the complexity of managing a multi-country sourcing footprint and optimizing it for cost efficiency and risk management remains a challenge.

Competitive Pressures: The company operates in highly competitive markets, requiring relentless innovation and execution to maintain leadership in mature categories like cleaning and cooking.

International Expansion Risks: The transition to direct operating businesses in new international markets introduces operational complexity and potential risks in execution.

Economic Uncertainty: The company operates in a tough consumer environment, which could impact consumer spending and demand for its products.

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Guidance & Outlook

Revenue Growth: SharkNinja expects net sales to increase between 10% and 11% for the full year 2026.

Adjusted Net Income: Adjusted net income per diluted share is projected to be in the range of $5.90 to $6, an increase of 12% to 14% year-over-year.

Adjusted EBITDA: Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be in the range of $1.27 billion to $1.28 billion, representing growth of 12% to 13% year-over-year.

Capital Expenditures: Capital expenditures are anticipated to be between $190 million to $210 million for 2026.

International Expansion: The company plans to scale its international business, focusing on transitioning to direct operating models in Italy and Spain in the first half of 2026 and expanding partnerships in Latin America.

Product Innovation: SharkNinja plans to introduce AI-powered products in categories like coffee, air purification, and robotics in the second half of 2026. Additionally, new innovations in frozen treats, corded uprights, and traditional blending are expected.

Category Expansion: The company aims to add two new product categories in 2026, building on its success in 2025 with propane grills and outdoor fire pits.

Marketing and Consumer Engagement: SharkNinja will continue to enhance its direct-to-consumer platforms globally and leverage its social-first marketing ecosystem to drive consumer demand.

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Shareholder Return Plan

Share Repurchase Program: The leadership team announced that the Board of Directors has authorized an inaugural $750 million share repurchase program. This program is intended to repurchase shares opportunistically and offset natural dilution from stock-based compensation. The company views this as a significant milestone, reflecting operational discipline and cash management execution.

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Key Q&A

Q:What is an appropriate medium-term growth algorithm for the U.S. business, and what does that mean for U.S. growth in 2026? What contribution is expected from units versus price?

A:The U.S. business is expected to grow at double digits, supported by strong D2C growth, retailer partnerships, and emerging channels like TikTok Shop. However, the specific contribution from units versus price was not directly addressed due to technical difficulties.

Q:How is the International segment growth expected to evolve through 2026, particularly considering the transitions to a direct model in various countries?

A:International growth is expected to outpace domestic growth, with strong momentum in Latin America, particularly Mexico. The transition to a direct model in countries like the Nordics, Benelux, Poland, Spain, and Italy is expected to normalize by Q2 2026. Growth is also supported by diversification in EMEA markets like the U.K., Germany, and France.

Q:What visibility does the company have into the growth profile of transitioned countries in the International segment for the second half of 2026 and beyond?

A:The company has good visibility into consumer demand and product resonance in transitioned countries. Demand generation models are working well, particularly in Latin America, and there is optimism about brick-and-mortar placements catching up. The company is confident in its growth trajectory for 2026 and beyond.

Q:What are the characteristics of customers being acquired through the Beauty segment, and what are the distribution opportunities within beauty?

A:The Beauty segment is attracting a younger demographic, including young males in skincare. The company has democratized categories like LED masks and aims to expand globally in beauty tech, targeting areas like scalp, nails, and wellness. Distribution opportunities include both domestic and international markets.

Q:How does the company define the success of its 2025 celebrity campaigns, and what new initiatives are planned for customer engagement in 2026?

A:The 2025 celebrity campaigns were successful, with over 100% growth in social media followers and engagement. The company plans to continue leveraging global campaigns, macro and micro influencers, and sophisticated analytics to target content effectively in 2026.

Q:What are the gross margin headwinds and tailwinds for 2026, and how does the company plan to grow gross margins?

A:Gross margin headwinds include normalizing tariffs in the first half of 2026. Tailwinds include cost optimization efforts and operating expense leverage. The company aims to expand EBITDA as a percentage of sales.

Q:How does the company view the momentum from Q4 2025 flowing into 2026, and what are the expectations for U.S. growth?

A:The company expects U.S. growth to remain in the double-digit range, supported by new product categories, innovation, and multiple growth pathways. Specific quarterly impacts from inventory issues or constraints were not detailed.

Q:How should the impact of media optimization and affiliate payment efforts be viewed, both from a marketing effectiveness and financial perspective?

A:Media optimization and affiliate payment efforts have led to significant leverage in sales and marketing. The company plans to continue optimizing these efforts while maintaining a healthy investment base.

Q:What is the company's outlook on the consumer category backdrop for the upcoming fiscal year, and could their categories benefit from U.S. stimulus?

A:The consumer category is expected to remain flat compared to the prior year. Stimulus could benefit the company, but specifics depend on the nature of the stimulus. The company aims to compete for discretionary dollars by offering great products at great value.

Q:Review of Unclear Management Responses

A:Management avoided directly addressing the specific contribution of units versus price to U.S. growth in 2026 due to technical difficulties.

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The earnings call summary reflects strong financial performance with raised guidance on revenue, EBITDA, and net income. The company is expanding internationally, focusing on innovation, and improving supply chain efficiency. Despite some uncertainties in guidance for 2026, the overall sentiment is positive due to strategic advancements and market growth, which outweigh the minor concerns raised in the Q&A section.

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