The chart below shows how WFCF performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, WFCF sees a +1.28% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +1.02% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -5.09%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Stable Revenue Performance: Total revenue for Q4 was $6.7 million, remaining stable year-over-year, indicating resilience in the company's financial performance.
Product Revenue Growth: Product revenue increased by 6% to $922,000, showcasing growth in this segment despite challenges in other areas.
Net Income Increase: Net income rose to $961,000 or $0.18 per diluted share, up from $776,000 or $0.14 per diluted share, reflecting improved profitability.
Dividend Income Increase: The company reported an $80,000 or 47% increase in Progressive Beef dividend income, contributing positively to net income.
Bitcoin Investment Success: A significant gain of $345,000 in the fair market value of bitcoin holdings, which increased from $178,000 investment to a value over $93,000, highlighting successful investment strategy.
Annual Revenue Increase: Total revenue for the full year increased by 2% to $25.7 million, demonstrating overall growth despite some declines in specific service areas.
Verification Services Revenue Growth: Verification and certification services revenue grew by 6% to $20.6 million, indicating strong demand for these services.
Program Growth Trends: The CARE Certified program and Upcycled Certified program are experiencing good growth, with the latter being the fastest-growing service at a 17% year-over-year increase in 2024.
Increased Demand for Certifications: The company is benefiting from increased demand for organic certifications and other audits, showing diversification in service offerings.
Service Portfolio Expansion: The bundling capabilities of the company's expanding services portfolio are attracting more customers, enhancing overall service uptake.
Negative
Revenue Stagnation in Q4: Total revenue in Q4 was flat at $6.7 million year-over-year, indicating stagnation in growth.
Revenue Decline in Services: Verification and certification services revenue decreased slightly to $5.4 million from $5.5 million, showing a decline in a key revenue stream.
Gross Profit Decline: Gross profit declined 7% to $2.8 million from $3 million, reflecting reduced profitability.
Product Revenue Decline: Product revenue decreased by 5% to $3.8 million from $4 million, indicating a downturn in product sales.
Professional Services Decline: Professional services revenue fell to $1.4 million from $1.7 million, suggesting a decline in service demand.
Beef Industry Revenue Challenges: The traditional beef-related source and age business has been negatively impacted by cyclical herd size reductions, contributing to slower growth in top-line revenue.
Where Food Comes From, Inc. (NASDAQ:WFCF) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
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