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B&G Foods, Inc.

BGS

Consumer

1w

Portfolio Reshaping and Divestitures of Non-Core Brands

Completed divestitures of Don Pepino, Scalfani, and Le Sueur brands, removing approximately $51 million in annual net sales.
Focus on selling brands that are not aligned with future strategic focus, with plans for additional divestitures.
Divestitures are expected to help reduce leverage, improve margins, and sharpen the company's focus on core brands.

Bloomin' Brands, Inc.

BLMN

Consumer

1w

Outback Turnaround Strategy Expansion to 42 Restaurants

Outback's test expansion to 42 restaurants by September, focusing on menu innovation, steak quality, and service models.
Encouragement from management on the potential of the brand and the importance of the test expansion as the foundation for the turnaround.
The test includes integrated cells with enhanced service, steak quality, and value components to improve guest experience.

Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc.

SPB

Consumer

1w

Impact of Tariff Torpedo and Supply Chain Disruptions

Supply chain team managed to maintain over 95% global fill rates despite shortages.
The company expects to fully eliminate tariff exposure by the end of Q3 through pricing and supplier concessions.
Future plans include diversifying supplier base and developing non-Chinese sourcing options to mitigate geopolitical risks.

MasterBrand, Inc.

MBC

Consumer

1w

Long-term Growth and Innovation Focus

Management emphasized a focus on innovation, automation, and digital engagement to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.
The merger aims to create a platform for increased investments in next-generation automation, product innovation, and e-commerce capabilities.
Long-term growth strategies include expanding geographic reach, enhancing support and marketing, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and customer focus.

CarParts.com, Inc.

PRTS

Consumer

6d

Near-term Focus on Margin Preservation and Cost Discipline

Management is committed to protecting gross margins and reducing operating expenses.
Near-term priorities include managing tariffs, pricing volatility, and inventory levels.
Discipline in marketing spend and cost structure is emphasized to improve profitability.
Investments in AI and automation are expected to enhance operational efficiency.
The company aims to deliver sustainable earnings growth through disciplined execution.

Flowers Foods, Inc.

FLO

Consumer

3d

Financial Performance Summary

Away-from-home food service business remained weak, contributing to softness in the unbranded/private label segment.
Flowers Foods faced pressure on end markets due to a challenging economic environment and shifting consumer trends impacting recent results.
Gross margin management included bakery closures and portfolio optimization to higher margin businesses, partially offsetting volume declines.
Promotional activity increased, especially around differentiated products, contributing to some positive performance in segments like Dave's Killer Bread (DKB).
Simple Mills continued to grow distribution points and performed well despite a cyber attack at UNFI affecting the second quarter.
Traditional loaf bread sales were pressured by new lower-priced entrants and a bifurcated market with strong performance at both premium and value ends.

BellRing Brands, Inc.

BRBR

Consumer

1w

Financial Performance Summary

Adjusted EBITDA was $120 million with margins at 22%, slightly ahead of expectations.
Adjusted gross profit was $192 million, up 3%, with a margin of 35.1%, down 130 basis points due to input cost inflation and packaging redesign costs.
Cash flow from operations was $40 million in Q3 and $92 million year-to-date; net debt was $971 million with net leverage at 2x, expected to end the year below 2x.
Dymatize net sales increased 5%, driven by international and domestic RTD shake sales.
Net sales for Q3 were $548 million, up 6% year-over-year.
Premier Protein net sales grew 6%, with volume and pricing both up 3%.
SG&A expenses were $145 million, including a $68 million legal provision related to discontinued Joint Juice brand; excluding this, SG&A was $76 million, a decrease as a percentage of net sales.
Share repurchases totaled 1.3 million shares in Q3 for $83 million, with $197 million remaining authorization.