Betterware Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 Results
- Double-digit revenue growth and increased profitability in Q4 and fiscal year 2023.
- Successful Jafra acquisition leading to revenue growth and improved EBITDA and EBITDA margin.
- Expansion plans into the US and Peru markets in 2024.
- Focus on cost efficiencies and revenue growth for continued positive EBITDA and cash flow generation.
- None.
Insights
The financial performance of Betterware de México S.A.P.I. de C.V. reflects a robust fiscal year, with a significant 13.1% increase in net revenue and a 17.5% increase in EBITDA year-over-year. The company's gross margin improvement by 265 basis points (bps) is notable, indicating efficiency in cost management and potentially favorable procurement conditions. The expansion of the EBITDA margin by 556 bps in Q4 and 79 bps for the full year suggests operational leverage and effective cost control measures.
Despite a strong cash flow performance, a 34.2% decrease in free cash flow in Q4 compared to the previous year raises questions about the company's capital allocation or potential increases in capital expenditures. Moreover, the reduction in net debt and the Net Debt/TTM EBITDA ratio to 1.8x is a positive sign of financial health, indicating a solid balance sheet. However, the decrease in the interest coverage ratio suggests that rising interest rates are impacting the company's debt servicing ability, which could become a concern if rates continue to escalate.
Investors might find the company's growth strategy, including the launch of Betterware in the US and Peru, as well as the performance of Jafra Mexico, to be potential catalysts for future growth. However, the international expansion carries execution risk and requires significant investment, which could affect short-term profitability.
Betterware de México's performance in the home solutions and beauty markets in Mexico indicates a strong recovery post-pandemic with a 7% year-over-year increase in Q4 revenues. The company's strategic focus on its four key elements (Portfolio, Incentives, Ease of Doing Business and Kinship) appears to be resonating with consumers and driving growth. The beauty market, in particular, holds significant potential, as evidenced by the 50% market share served by direct sales.
However, the decline in the number of associates and consultants raises concerns about the sustainability of sales force-driven growth. The company's emphasis on stabilizing this base and its efforts to improve retention and recruitment could be critical in maintaining growth momentum. The anticipated launch in the US market could provide a new revenue stream, but it also presents challenges in terms of brand recognition and competition in a new market.
Market penetration in Latin America, particularly through Jafra's operations, suggests a strategic move to capitalize on the region's growth potential. The company's plan to introduce Betterware to the US market and launch in Peru by 2025 points to long-term growth ambitions, but it also suggests a need for careful market analysis and adaptation to local consumer preferences.
The financial results of Betterware de México demonstrate a macroeconomic resilience and an ability to navigate the complexities of the Mexican economy. The company's strategic initiatives, such as cost savings across various areas and a focus on EBITDA growth, reflect a strong understanding of operational efficiency in a fluctuating economic environment.
The gross margin compression in Q4 for Betterware Mexico, despite a yearly increase, suggests potential pressure from external factors such as exchange rates or commodity prices. The company's hedging strategies and negotiations with suppliers will be crucial to mitigate these risks going forward. Additionally, the improvement in inventory holding periods and supplier conditions indicates an effective supply chain management that can adapt to market changes.
With the international expansion, the company will need to adapt to different economic conditions, particularly in the US, where consumer behavior and regulatory environments differ significantly from Mexico. The success of these ventures will depend on the company's ability to leverage its experience in Mexico to navigate these new markets.
The Company will host a conference call at 9:00 am (Eastern Time) on February 23, 2024, to discuss its results for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023.
Message from the Chairman
We are immensely proud of our performance throughout the last quarter of the year, which significantly contributed to our strong overall results for 2023. This includes achieving double-digit revenue growth and increased profitability. Moreover, our robust cashflow generation has enabled us to further strengthen our capital structure and bolster the resilience of our balance sheet as we enter 2024.
As a group, we have embarked upon a phase of renewed growth, driven in part by the notable stabilization of
Our Jafra acquisition has proven both successful and highly accretive; surpassing our expectations and delivering exceptional results. Prior to the acquisition, Jafra Mexico faced a declining trend in net revenue, which we successfully reversed to secure double-digit growth in 2023. Similarly, EBITDA and EBITDA margin have followed this positive trend. The initial implementation of our proven model's key pillars- product innovation, technology, and business intelligence- has propelled the company back into a growth phase while elevating profitability to new heights. We have also realized meaningful synergies resulting in cost savings across various areas including catalog printouts, cardboard, insurance, market research, software, technology resources, and organizational optimization. Jafra is poised for a strong trajectory within
We are currently ramping up our international operations. Despite 2023's challenging start at Jafra US, due to unforeseen decisions made by the prior newly installed management, we have successfully stabilized revenue and made important decisions to position the Company for future growth. A key milestone was almost reaching operational breakeven in the fourth quarter. This marks a crucial turning point for the Company, setting the stage for a new phase of financial stability and expansion opportunities. In parallel, Betterware US is ready for launch at the beginning of Q2, showcasing an enhanced direct selling model that we are confident will pave the way for success. Finally, we made continued progress to launch Betterware in
Looking ahead, we will continue to focus on successfully executing our commercial plans to expand top line growth with an eye towards cost efficiencies, building upon our strong results for continued positive EBITDA and cash flow generation.
Without minimizing the challenges we have faced, I am confident in our promising path ahead. Our Company's strong foundation of decades as an industry leader, coupled with our revitalized management, remains a winning formula for success. We are committed to setting ambitious goals and upholding the highest standards, enabling us to fulfill our mission of creating opportunities for more individuals to enhance their lives.
Luis G. Campos
Chairman of the Board
4Q23 and Fiscal 2023 Consolidated Selected Financial Information
4Q23 | 4Q22 | 2023 | 2022 | |||
Net Revenue | +5.2 % | +13.1 % | ||||
Gross Margin | 70.0 % | 70.4 % | (48 bps) | 71.5 % | 68.9 % | +265 bps |
EBITDA | +36.7 % | +17.5 % | ||||
EBITDA Margin | 24.1 % | 18.5 % | +556 bps | 20.9 % | 20.1 % | +79 bps |
Free Cash Flow | (34.2 %) | +79.6 % | ||||
Net Income | +62.5 % | +20.3 % | ||||
EPS | +62.5 % | +22.2 % | ||||
Net Debt / TTM EBITDA | 1.8x | 2.5x | ||||
Interest Coverage ratio (TTM) | 2.9x | 3.7x | ||||
*2022 Figures include Jafra´s operations since April 7th, 2022.
4Q23 | 4Q22 | 2023 | 2022 | |||
Associates and Consultants | ||||||
Avg. Base | 1,249,230 | 1,299,717 | (3.9 %) | 1,225,595 | 1,322,840 | (7.4 %) |
EOP Base | 1,240,023 | 1,268,945 | (2.3 %) | 1,240,023 | 1,271,036 | (2.4 %) |
Distributors and Leaders | ||||||
Avg. Base | 62,727 | 62,679 | +0.1 % | 61,833 | 66,300 | (6.7 %) |
EOP Base | 62,337 | 60,798 | +2.5 % | 62,337 | 60,798 | +2.5 % |
Highlights
- Revenue Growth Resumes. YoY net revenue growth of
5.2% in the 4Q23, supported by growth of our two brands in Mexico. - Solid EBITDA Growth. YoY EBITDA growth of
36.7% in 4Q23 and17.5% in FY23 when compared to last year.- Gross margin increased by 265-bps in 2023, primarily due to a favorable exchange rate, resulting in better cost structure for Betterware products and raw materials for Jafra.
- EBITDA margin rose by 556-bps from
18.5% in 4Q22 to24.1% in 4Q23, and by 79-bps from20.1% in FY22 to20.9% in FY23. - Year-over-year EBITDA growth in all three group companies was bolstered by successful expense optimization efforts.
- We exceeded our EBITDA expectations for 4Q23, and met the expectation for FY23, generating full year total EBITDA of Ps. 2,721M.
- Strong Free Cash Flow Generation. Increased FY23 free cash flow
79.6% compared to prior year, which includes Jafra´s results since the acquisition was completed in April 2022. Operating cash flow increased67.9% on EBITDA increase, as well as inventory holding period improvements in all businesses, as well as improved supplier conditions negotiated, mainly, in Jafra Mexico. - Continued Debt Reduction. Reduced total net debt to Ps. 4,955M (from Ps. 5,625M in 2022), lowering our Net Debt / EBITDA ratio to 1.8x by the end of 2023, despite a decrease in our interest coverage ratio (derived from higher interest rates that affect our variable interest rate loans).
- Robust Overall Quarter and Full Year Results. Ended 2023 with consolidated full year financial results surpassing the previous year in most of the key metrics: gross margin, EBITDA, EBITDA margin, Free cash flow, and EPS.
2024 Priorities
- Revenue. Ramping up execute of 2024 commercial plan.
- Cost control. Maintaining the gross margin at
68% -70% range throughout 2024 by persisting in our strategies to improve cost efficiency. This entails securing hedges against exchange rate fluctuations, negotiating costs of raw materials and products with our key suppliers, and design-to-cost engineering efforts. - Betterware US Launch. Launching our Betterware US (BWUS) operations in 2Q24, initially focusing on the Hispanic Population, with an expected annual investment of around
$6M USD - Betterware Peru preparations. Currently assembling the management team that will spearhead the launch of our operations in 2025. This includes setting up the company and foundational infrastructure to make a significant and rapid impact in the Peruvian market.
4Q23 and Fiscal 2023 Financial Results by Business
Betterware Mexico
Key Operating and Financial Metrics
4Q23 | 4Q22 | 2023 | 2022 | |||
Net Revenue | +7.0 % | (9.7 %) | ||||
Gross Margin | 50. % | 57.7 % | (730 bps) | 57.3 % | 59.4 % | (205 bps) |
EBITDA | +17.6 % | (3.1 %) | ||||
EBITDA Margin | 17.0 % | 15.5 % | +153 bps | 25.0 % | 23.3 % | +170 bps |
4Q23 | 4Q22 | 2023 | 2022 | |||
Associates | ||||||
Avg. Base | 756,250 | 819,790 | (7.8 %) | 757,653 | 897,989 | (15.6 %) |
EOP Base | 741,170 | 778,845 | (4.8 %) | 741,170 | 778,845 | (4.8 %) |
Monthly Activity Rate | 66.0 % | 64.7 % | +132 bps | 66.5 % | 67.7 % | (115 bps) |
Avg. Monthly Order | +14.5 % | +7.1 % | ||||
Distributors | ||||||
Avg. Base | 42,369 | 41,109 | +3.1 % | 41,193 | 44,084 | (6.6 %) |
EOP Base | 41,825 | 39,413 | +6.1 % | 41,825 | 39,413 | +6.1 % |
Monthly Activity Rate | 98.1 % | 98.2 % | (11 bps) | 98.2 % | 98.3 % | (10 bps) |
Avg. Monthly Order | +4.9 % | (4.8 %) | ||||
Highlights
- Net Revenue Surge: 4Q23 grew
7.0% vs. 4Q22, marking the first instance of YoY growth since 3Q21 (vs.3Q20).- Growth fueled by a
3.1% expansion in the average Distributor base, a significant 1.3 pp rise in Associates' activity, and a14.5% increase in their average monthly order. - This follows the stabilization of sales resulting from our back to growth initiatives previously discussed. Despite softer growth recovery than anticipated, we are now on the right track and committed to executing all our strategies to strengthen this revenue growth.
- 2024 Focus: Adhere to strategic commercial plan.
- Growth fueled by a
- Increased EBITDA margin: 4Q23 and FY23 margins improved by 153-bps and 170-bps when compared to the prior year, mainly explained by a more streamlined operational structure and effective expense control.
- Notable decrease in direct expenses: 4.2-pps in 4Q23 and 3.2-pps in FY23 versus last year, due to efficient promotions, reduced catalog and packaging material costs, and improved pick and pack processes.
- Significant operating expense reduction:
15.8% in 4Q23 and9.6% in FY23, mainly due to adjustments made during 3Q22 and 4Q22, incurring in extraordinary expenses to align the operational structure with the new sales level. - Financial discipline focus in 2024 to preserve gross margin and manage direct and operating expenses effectively.
- Regained strength in generating operating cash flow. Operating cash flow in FY23 reached Ps. 1,178M, marking a significant
254% increase compared to FY22.- Transition in working capital from a negative to a positive change.
- Marked improvement in the cash conversion cycle for 4Q23 to 14 days, down from 73 days in 4Q22, primarily due to enhancement in days inventory outstanding (DIO).
- Expecting strong cash flow generation through a combined focus on commercial and operating strategies, including increased inventory management efficiencies.
- Stabilized Sales Force. Stabilization in Associate and Distributor bases, although figures remain below 2022 levels.
- Over the past four quarters, the Associate churn rate has mirrored the rate of new incorporations.
- Improving monthly incorporation in 2023 reaching
15.2% as compared to rate in 2022 was12.6% , thus allowing us to remain stable. - Continued growth of Distributors projected to activate recruitment of new Associates.
- Churn reduction strategies include:
- Generating more sales per Associate derived from a better overall portfolio management.
- Offering segmented incentives for Associates to remain with us.
- Developing improved training programs.
- Fostering more kinship with Associates.
- Gross Margin: Gross margin contracted 730-bps in 4Q23 compared to 4Q22, which can be explained by: 270-bps from prices reductions to be more competitive (benefits from the appreciation of the Mexican Peso passed on to consumers), 170-bps from a higher promotional share within the sales mix due to a very successful Christmas portfolio during the season, 180-bps for air freight incurred to have enough merchandise for a higher demand than expected, and 132-bps contracted due to an increase in import taxes (in some products) made by local authorities in 4Q23. For FY23, the gross margin closed at
57.3% , hitting the lower boundary of the expected range for this business. - For 2024, we anticipate our gross margin to be in the range of
58% to59% derived from: (a) sales mix shift towards core products with higher margins, (b) Cost structure fortified through FX hedging and fixed freight costs, and (c) 2024 pricing strategy designed to maintain competitiveness and ensure profitability. - Reducing Inventory:
13% reduction in total inventory compared to the previous year, but still have excesses from heightened innovation activities in 2023.- During 2023, we achieved a
77% reduction in 2022's excess inventory, exceeding our target of50% for the year, with the balance intended for 2024. Nevertheless, the year's innovation efforts resulted in additional inventory accumulation, hindering expected reductions. We expect to reduce almost all excess inventories throughout 2024.
- During 2023, we achieved a
2024 Priorities
- Strategic commercial plan: Several initiatives to grow net revenue included in our 2024 commercial plan, which comprise the launching of new Betterware sub-brands, licensing collaborations for specific products, Betterware Design Lab expansion, sponsorships (Mexican Olympic Team), catalog enhancements, branding campaigns, social media presence, tailored incentives for Associates/Distributors, as well as, more training, innovative financing options for product purchases, and technological enhancements to the Betterware+ App.
Jafra Mexico
Key Operating and Financial Metrics
4Q23 | 4Q22 | 2023 | 2022 | |||
Net Revenue | +9.6 % | +51.4 % | ||||
Gross Margin | 86.5 % | 80.7 % | +581 bps | 83.7 % | 81.9 % | +185 bps |
EBITDA | +45.3 % | +50.7 % | ||||
EBITDA Margin | 31.9 % | 24.1 % | +783 bps | 20.3 % | 20.3 % | (10 bps) |
*2022 Figures include Jafra´s operations since April 7th, 2022.
4Q23 | 4Q22 | 2023 | 2022 | |||
Consultants | ||||||
Avg. Base | 461,712 | 445,535 | +3.6 % | 438,238 | 389,680 | +12.46 % |
EOP Base | 467,736 | 455,969 | +2.6 % | 467,736 | 455,969 | +2.6 % |
Monthly Activity Rate | 52.9 % | 53.8 % | (93 bps) | 52.0 % | 53.6 % | (160 bps) |
Avg. Monthly Order | +8.7 % | +5.9 % | ||||
Leaders | ||||||
Avg. Base | 18,576 | 19,387 | (4.2 %) | 18,753 | 20,107 | (6.7 %) |
EOP Base | 18,719 | 19,290 | (3.0 %) | 18,719 | 19,290 | (3.0 %) |
Monthly Activity Rate | 95.0 % | 93.3 % | +170 bps | 94.3 % | 92.3 % | +200 bps |
Avg. Monthly Order | +14.4 % | +3.7 % | ||||
Highlights
- Strong Net Revenue. Growth momentum continues, reflected in robust 4Q23 and FY23 performance driven by the prior year's growth.
- Two consecutive years of growth, with a
51.4% year on year increase vs. 2022, which includes Jafra´s results since the acquisition was completed in April 2022. - Increased revenue resulted from the implementation and execution of our business model, which includes refreshing the brand and accelerating product innovation with time-to-market reduced to 7.8 months (compared to 18 months previously), applying commercial technology, redesigning our catalog, enhancing incentive programs, and boosting overall sales force motivation, among other initiatives.
- Double-digit net revenue growth expected for 2024 on more of our commercial model fronts, including Revenue Growth Management (RGM) initiatives, continued product innovation enhancements, and further technological implementations to ease the way of doing business, regaining a foothold in historically successful cities, among others.
- Two consecutive years of growth, with a
- Resumed consultant base growth. The consultant base reflected a considerable
10.6% sequential quarterly increase by the end of 4Q23. Leaders saw almost a1.0% increase in the same period.- FY23 strategy led to a reduction in Leader base for quality improvement (re-engage leaders in the business to increase their sales and those of their lineage), while Consultants grew by
2.6% year on year. - 2024 strategy: Focus shift to recruitment from retention (2023), supported by planned monthly initiatives to encourage enrollment.
- Established program to develop more Consultants into Leaders.
- FY23 strategy led to a reduction in Leader base for quality improvement (re-engage leaders in the business to increase their sales and those of their lineage), while Consultants grew by
- Average monthly order increasing.
8.7% and14.4% growth in average monthly orders for Consultants and Leaders, respectively, in 4Q23 compared to the previous quarter.- Consistent optimal monthly activity rates for Consultants and Leaders throughout the year.
- This productivity created an ideal mix for revenue growth of
9.6% in 4Q23 and51.4% in FY23, when compared to the previous year. - 2024 focus on encouraging the involvement of the next generation within our base of top leaders and increasing our conversion rate from the base of young Consultants to Leaders.
- Enhanced Gross Margin. Significant 5.8-pps gross margin improvement during 4Q23, driven by a favorable exchange rate (2.9-pps), reduced costs achieved through supplier negotiations (1.7-pps), and a favorable variation in production volume and mix (1.2-pps). This also applies to the 1.9-pps enhancement for FY23.
- Favorable product mix and exceptional performance from a strategic plan to boost sales of top and medium product sellers, supported by the Fragrance category, resulting in segmented pricing.
- Anticipating a normalized gross margin in 2024, within the
80% to82% range.
- EBITDA and EBITDA margin at historic highs: Achieved a 7.8-pps margin improvement in 4Q23 due to increased net revenue, gross margin, and operational expense efficiencies resulting from the adjustments made in 2022, which were fully reflected in 2023 operating results. These improvements helped balance additional direct expense investments aimed at recovering the Consultants base, with expected short-term benefits aligned with Consultant base growth.
- Improved cost absorption due to producing more units than initially projected.
- Contributions from the above factors led to a
45.3% increase in 4Q23 EBITDA and a50.7% year on year increase for the FY23 (which includes Jafra´s results since the acquisition in April 2022). - Anticipated 2024 benefits from 2023 adjustments for increased profitability, including closure of 55 customer service offices, to be offset by call center, chatbot in app, and personalized sales staff service.
- Cash flow. Strong profitability led to a substantial Ps. 1,028M cash flow from operations, closing the period with a strong balance sheet.
- Improved cash conversion cycle by extending payment terms to 120 days with most suppliers, from 30 days when acquired.
- Skin-care category performing below expectations: Skin-care performance marginally surpassed 2022 results but fell short of expectations.
- 2024 strategy to significantly improve category performance:
- Introducing innovative products
- Recalibrate offerings with affordable and competitive options
- Top performing product brand extensions
- 2024 strategy to significantly improve category performance:
2024 Priorities
- Revenue enhancement: Implement all strategies within 2024 commercial plan.
- Expense improvement: identify further expense improvement opportunities.
Jafra
Key Operating and Financial Metrics
4Q23 | 4Q22 | 2023 | 2022 | |||
Net Revenue | (22.0 %) | (3.9 %) | ||||
Gross Margin | 74.4 % | 76.1 % | (165 bps) | 75.7 % | 74.9 % | +82 bps |
EBITDA | +85.2 % | +96.6 % | ||||
EBITDA Margin | 14.0 % | 5.9 % | +808 bps | -0.1 % | -2.0 % | +190 bps |
*2022 Figures include Jafra´s operations since April 7th, 2022.
4Q23 | 4Q22 | 2023 | 2022 | |||
Consultants | ||||||
Avg. Base | 31,268 | 34,393 | (9.1 %) | 29,704 | 35,171 | (15.5 %) |
EOP Base | 31,117 | 34,131 | (8.8 %) | 31,117 | 36,222 | (14.1 %) |
Monthly Activity Rate | 43.8 % | 46.8 % | (300 bps) | 42.8 % | 50.6 % | (780 bps) |
Avg. Monthly Order (USD) | (5.8 %) | (4.9 %) | ||||
Leaders | ||||||
Avg. Base | 1,782 | 2,183 | (18.4 %) | 1,886 | 2,109 | (10.6 %) |
EOP Base | 1,793 | 2,095 | (14.4 %) | 1,793 | 2,095 | (14.4 %) |
Monthly Activity Rate | 90.2 % | 90.0 % | +20 bps | 86.4 % | 91.6 % | (520 bps) |
Avg. Monthly Order (USD) | (8.7 %) | +5.8 % | ||||
Highlights
- Stabilized Leaders' monthly activity rate: Leaders' monthly activity rate increased to
90.2% in 4Q23 from81.1% in 1Q23, marking a nearly 9-pps increase; a positive trend throughout the year.- Success through leader-targeted promotion to boost team growth and development, resulting in a lower churn rate and enhanced activity levels beyond the annual average.
- In 2024, continue to champion the above strategy to drive team expansion, and further strengthen Consultant recruitment.
- Success through leader-targeted promotion to boost team growth and development, resulting in a lower churn rate and enhanced activity levels beyond the annual average.
- Positive EOP Consultants' base: QoQ Consultant base growth recovery achieved.
- Sustained sequential growth over the last three quarters, with an
8.2% increase from the end of 1Q23 to the end of 4Q23. - Reintroducing fundamental business practices to reconnect with the field in 2024, such as incentives in new Consultants initial months, as well as monthly sponsoring and sales rewards for all Consultants.
- Sustained sequential growth over the last three quarters, with an
- Strong EBITDA turn around. Achieved Ps. 36.4M in positive EBITDA for 4Q23, attributed to cost control, expense efficiencies, and high order fulfillment rate in December.
- EBITDA margin reached
14.0% , an 11.8-pps increase from 2Q23, the other quarter in 2023 where a positive EBITDA was achieved. - 4Q23 performance led to near break-even for FY23, markedly better than FY22's negative EBITDA of Ps. 19.0M, primarily due to a
30% decrease in operating expenses, and due to not incurring in extraordinary expenses that amounted almost Ps. 19M in 2022. - 2024 will mark the resurgence of growth. Priorities are to re-engage with the field, transform the customer experience, provide an irresistible brochure & product portfolio, and simplify across the board.
- EBITDA margin reached
- YoY decrease in Consultants' base: Decreased consultant base performance across all operational metrics.
14.1% end-of-period Consultant base decrease in 2023, year on year.- More than 5-pps monthly activity rate decrease.
4.9% decrease in average monthly order.- Focus on sustainable growth of Consultant and Leader bases and on expanding
U.S. household reach in 2024
- Revenue: 2023 revenue decrease mainly due to commercial decisions we made at the beginning of the year. These included eliminating physical catalog in January and reducing key promotions. After significant adverse impact in 1Q23, achieved a
22.3% growth recovery when compared 1Q23 to 4Q23.- The Jafra Growth Acceleration Program includes a compensation plan revamp, ensuring Consultants receive significant compensation starting from their first order.
- Key actions:
- Shopify implementation - empowers Leaders with a centralized digital resource hub to remain connected to their business
- Expedited digital content launch
- Rebuild overall customer experience.
2024 Priorities
- Progress in 2023 lays the foundation improved EBITDA and cash flow generation.
- To increase base of Consultants and Leaders and expand household presence within the
U.S. , we will pursue the following strategies:
- Enhance product appeal with strengthened portfolio and increased innovation.
- Transform consumer relationship management by enhancing sales force incentive and training programs, strengthen sales force trust and engagement.
- Further development of advanced technological solutions that enable Leaders and Consultants to effortlessly expand their businesses.
- Hispanic segment focus, leveraging digital transformation to expand our reach.
Capital Allocation
Directed cash flow primarily towards debt repayment during the year, successfully achieving targeted leverage ratio decrease to below 2.0x by the end of 2023, ending the year with a 1.8x Net Debt / EBITDA leverage ratio from 2.5x in December 2022. Remain focused on further decreasing leverage ratio to approximately 1.5x by year end 2024.
Additionally, we remain committed to returning value to our shareholders through quarterly dividends, particularly in light of the Group's strong 2023 performance. The Group returned Ps. 650M in dividends during 2023; for a total dividend yield of
2024 Outlook and Financial Guidance
2024 | 2023 | Var % | |
Net Revenue | |||
EBITDA |
*Figures in millions Ps.
We remain confident in the Company's long-term growth prospects in
As we navigate the evolving business landscapes, our strategic focus includes stabilizing and strengthening our
Betterware de México, S.A.P.I. de C.V. Consolidated Statements of Financial Position As of December 31, 2023, and 2022 (In Thousands of Mexican Pesos) | ||
Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | |
Assets | ||
Cash and cash equivalents | 549,730 | 815,644 |
Trade accounts receivable, net | 1,072,455 | 971,063 |
Accounts receivable from related parties | 104 | 61 |
Inventories | 2,030,533 | 2,122,670 |
Prepaid expenses | 79,115 | 52,562 |
Income tax recoverable | 29,462 | 204,860 |
Other assets | 230,688 | 188,266 |
Total current assets | 3,992,087 | 4,355,126 |
Property, plant and equipment, net | 2,910,353 | 2,973,374 |
Right of use assets, net | 358,704 | 293,565 |
Deferred income tax | 523,568 | 319,157 |
Investment in subsidiaries | - | 1,236 |
Intangible assets, net | 1,649,953 | 1,743,882 |
Goodwill | 1,599,718 | 1,599,718 |
Other assets | 53,757 | 46,675 |
Total non-current assets | 7,096,053 | 6,977,607 |
Total assets | 11,088,140 | 11,332,733 |
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity | ||
Short term debt and borrowings | 508,731 | 230,419 |
Accounts payable to suppliers | 1,790,026 | 1,371,778 |
Accrued expenses | 306,997 | 305,588 |
Provisions | 804,748 | 793,412 |
Value added tax payable | 117,864 | 89,142 |
Trade accounts payable to related parties | - | 96,859 |
Statutory employee profit sharing | 132,855 | 135,298 |
Lease liability | 117,094 | 85,399 |
Derivative financial instruments | 47,920 | 15,329 |
Total current liabilities | 3,826,235 | 3,123,224 |
Employee benefits | 127,150 | 153,907 |
Deferred income tax | 783,169 | 833,557 |
Lease liability | 255,882 | 206,509 |
Long term debt and borrowings | 4,622,691 | 5,918,256 |
Total non-current liabilities | 5,788,892 | 7,112,229 |
Total Liabilities | 9,615,127 | 10,235,453 |
Stockholders' Equity | 1,474,646 | 1,096,097 |
Non-controlling interest | (1,633) | 1,183 |
Total Stockholders' Equity | 1,473,013 | 1,097,280 |
Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity | 11,088,140 | 11,332,733 |
Betterware de México, S.A.P.I. de C.V. Consolidated Statements of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income For the three-months ended on December 31, 2023, and 2022 (In Thousands of Mexican Pesos) | |||
Q4 2023 | Q4 2022 | ∆% | |
Net revenue | 3,401,692 | 3,232,460 | 5.2 % |
Cost of sales | 1,021,872 | 955,398 | 7.0 % |
Gross profit | 2,379,820 | 2,277,062 | 4.7 % |
Administrative expenses | 601,510 | 799,416 | (24.8 %) |
Selling expenses | 908,624 | 910,236 | (0.2 %) |
Distribution expenses | 147,719 | 89,332 | 65.4 % |
Total expenses | 1,657,853 | 1,798,984 | (7.8 %) |
Share of results of subsidiaries | - | (5,251) | (100.0 %) |
Operating income | 721,967 | 472,827 | 52.7 % |
Interest expense | (195,432) | (197,869) | (1.2 %) |
Interest income | 5,719 | 5,906 | (3.2 %) |
Unrealized gain in valuation of financial derivative instruments | (22,641) | 14,597 | (255.1 %) |
Foreign exchange loss, net | (7,657) | (32,817) | (76.7 %) |
Financing cost, net | (220,011) | (210,183) | 4.7 % |
Income before income taxes | 501,956 | 262,644 | 91.1 % |
Income taxes | 95,545 | 13,090 | 629.9 % |
Net income including minority interest | 406,411 | 249,554 | 62.9 % |
Non-controlling interest (loss) gain | (307) | 394 | (177.9 %) |
Net income | 406,104 | 249,948 | 62.5 % |
EBITDA breakdown (Ps. 819 million) | |||
Concept | Q4 2023 | Q4 2022 | ∆% |
Net income including minority interest | 406,411 | 249,554 | 62.9 % |
(+) Income taxes | 95,545 | 13,090 | 629.9 % |
(+) Financing cost, net | 220,011 | 210,183 | 4.7 % |
(+) Depreciation and amortization | 97,517 | 126,515 | (22.9 %) |
EBITDA | 819,484 | 599,342 | 36.7 % |
EBITDA margin | 24.1 % | 18.5 % | 5.5 % |
Betterware de México, S.A.P.I. de C.V. Consolidated Statements of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income For the twelve-months ended on December 31, 2023, and 2022 (In Thousands of Mexican Pesos) | |||
Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | ∆% | |
Net revenue | 13,009,507 | 11,507,549 | 13.1 % |
Cost of sales | 3,701,255 | 3,579,093 | 3.4 % |
Gross profit | 9,308,252 | 7,928,456 | 17.4 % |
Administrative expenses | 2,908,945 | 2,596,642 | 12.0 % |
Selling expenses | 3,460,367 | 2,808,030 | 23.2 % |
Distribution expenses | 593,174 | 473,516 | 25.3 % |
Total expenses | 6,962,486 | 5,878,188 | 18.4 % |
Share of results of subsidiaries | - | (21,862) | (100.0 %) |
Operating income | 2,345,766 | 2,028,406 | 15.6 % |
Interest expense | (820,262) | (543,321) | 51.0 % |
Interest income | 45,056 | 28,689 | 57.0 % |
Unrealized loss in valuation of financial derivative instruments | (32,591) | (43,522) | (25.1 %) |
Foreign exchange loss, net | (106,847) | (83,368) | 28.2 % |
Financing cost, net | (914,644) | (641,522) | 42.6 % |
Income before income taxes | 1,431,122 | 1,386,884 | 3.2 % |
Income taxes | 384,384 | 516,920 | (25.6 %) |
Net income including minority interest | 1,046,738 | 869,964 | 20.3 % |
Non-controlling interest gain | 2,723 | 2,593 | 5.0 % |
Net income | 1,049,461 | 872,557 | 20.3 % |
EBITDA breakdown (Ps. 2,721 million) | |||
Concept | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | ∆% |
Net income including minority interest | 1,046,738 | 869,964 | 20.3 % |
(+) Income taxes | 384,384 | 516,920 | (25.6 %) |
(+) Financing cost, net | 914,644 | 641,522 | 42.6 % |
(+) Depreciation and amortization | 375,134 | 287,702 | 30.4 % |
EBITDA | 2,720,900 | 2,316,108 | 17.5 % |
EBITDA margin | 20.9 % | 20.1 % | 0.8 % |
Betterware de México, S.A.P.I. de C.V. Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows For the twelve-months ended on December 31, 2023, and 2022 (In Thousands of Mexican Pesos) | ||
Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | |
Cash flows from operating activities: | ||
Profit for the period | 1,046,738 | 869,964 |
Adjustments for: | ||
Income tax expense recognized in profit of the year | 384,384 | 516,920 |
Depreciation and amortization of non-current assets | 375,134 | 287,702 |
Interest income recognized in profit or loss | (45,056) | (28,689) |
Interest expense recognized in profit or loss | 820,262 | 543,321 |
Gain of property, plant, equipment sale | (1,460) | 4,758 |
Unrealized loss in valuation of financial derivative instruments | 32,591 | 43,522 |
Share-based payment expense | (3,699) | 5,991 |
Currency translation effect | (4,349) | (8,653) |
Movements in not- controlling interest | (93) | 10,983 |
Others | 1,236 | - |
Movements in working capital: | ||
Trade accounts receivable | (101,393) | 266,640 |
Trade accounts receivable from related parties | (43) | 30,246 |
Inventory, net | 92,136 | 171,260 |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | (86,062) | (48,383) |
Accounts payable to suppliers and accrued expenses | 423,104 | (940,039) |
Provisions | 11,476 | (24,640) |
Value added tax payable | 28,722 | 110,231 |
Statutory employee profit sharing | (2,443) | 22,798 |
Trade accounts payable to related parties | (96,859) | 97,029 |
Income taxes paid | (474,941) | (542,527) |
Employee benefits | (32,606) | 21,268 |
Net cash generated by operating activities | 2,366,779 | 1,409,702 |
Cash flows from investing activities: | ||
Payment of business acquisition net of cash acquired | - | (4,698,463) |
Other investment in subsidiaries | - | (1,886) |
Payments for property, plant and equipment, net | (131,066) | (175,653) |
Proceeds from disposal of property, plant and equipment, net | 20,682 | 22,091 |
Interest received | 45,056 | 28,689 |
Net cash used in investing activities | (65,328) | (4,825,222) |
Cash flows from financing activities: | ||
Repayment of borrowings | (7,633,715) | (1,120,025) |
Proceeds from borrowings | 6,498,994 | 5,818,705 |
Interest paid | (652,313) | (502,847) |
Costs of emission | (8,355) | (88,722) |
Lease payment | (123,241) | (76,214) |
Share repurchases | - | (25,321) |
Dividends paid | (648,735) | (949,610) |
Net cash (used in) generated by financing activities | (2,567,365) | 3,055,966 |
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents | (265,914) | (359,554) |
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period | 815,644 | 1,175,198 |
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period | 549,730 | 815,644 |
Key Operating Metrics
Betterware
1Q23 | 2Q23 | 3Q23 | 4Q23 | 2023 | 2022 | |
Associates | ||||||
Avg. Base | 752,577 | 753,743 | 768,042 | 756,250 | 757,653 | 897,989 |
EOP Base | 764,024 | 756,637 | 759,310 | 741,170 | 741,170 | 778,845 |
Monthly Activity Rate | 68.1 % | 66.7 % | 65.2 % | 66.0 % | 66.5 % | 67.7 % |
Avg. Monthly Order | ||||||
Monthly Growth Rate | 15.0 % | 15.2 % | 15.7 % | 14.9 % | 15.2 % | 12.6 % |
Monthly Churn Rate | 15.6 % | 15.5 % | 15.6 % | 15.7 % | 15.6 % | 15.2 % |
Distributors | ||||||
Avg. Base | 39,028 | 40,825 | 42,551 | 42,369 | 41,193 | 44,084 |
EOP Base | 39,991 | 41,981 | 41,932 | 41,825 | 41,825 | 39,413 |
Monthly Activity Rate | 98.5 % | 98.1 % | 97.9 % | 98.1 % | 98.2 % | 98.3 % |
Avg. Monthly Order | ||||||
Monthly Growth Rate | 9.1 % | 10.7 % | 10.4 % | 10.0 % | 10.1 % | 6.5 % |
Monthly Churn Rate | 8.6 % | 9.1 % | 10.4 % | 10.1 % | 9.6 % | 8.7 % |
Jafra Mexico
1Q23 | 2Q23 | 3Q23 | 4Q23 | 2023 | 2022 | |
Consultants | ||||||
Avg. Base | 448,982 | 427,289 | 414,968 | 461,712 | 438,238 | 389,680 |
EOP Base | 427,280 | 424,435 | 422,956 | 467,736 | 467,736 | 455,969 |
Monthly Activity Rate | 51.7 % | 51.2 % | 52.2 % | 52.9 % | 52.0 % | 53.60 % |
Avg. Monthly Order | ||||||
Monthly Growth Rate | 9.2 % | 8.9 % | 10.5 % | 11.5 % | 10.1 % | 11.50 % |
Monthly Churn Rate | 11.3 % | 9.1 % | 10.6 % | 8.3 % | 9.8 % | 20.10 % |
Leaders | ||||||
Avg. Base | 19,030 | 18,978 | 18,553 | 18,576 | 18,753 | 20,107 |
EOP Base | 18,952 | 18,875 | 18,555 | 18,719 | 18,719 | 19,290 |
Monthly Activity Rate | 94.3 % | 93.9 % | 94.0 % | 95.0 % | 94.3 % | 92.30 % |
Avg. Monthly Order | ||||||
Monthly Growth Rate | 1.0 % | 1.0 % | 1.1 % | 1.4 % | 1.1 % | 0.80 % |
Monthly Churn Rate | 1.6 % | 1.4 % | 1.4 % | 1.1 % | 1.4 % | 1.50 % |
Jafra
1Q23 | 2Q23 | 3Q23 | 4Q23 | 2023 | 2022 | |
Consultants | ||||||
Avg. Base | 29,399 | 28,541 | 29,608 | 31,268 | 29,704 | 35,171 |
EOP Base | 28,749 | 29,921 | 30,489 | 31,117 | 31,117 | 36,222 |
Monthly Activity Rate | 37.7 % | 44.4 % | 45.1 % | 43.8 % | 42.8 % | 50.60 % |
Avg. Monthly Order (USD) | ||||||
Monthly Growth Rate | 9.7 % | 12.9 % | 14.5 % | 12.5 % | 12.4 % | 11.00 % |
Monthly Churn Rate | 15.0 % | 11.5 % | 13.8 % | 11.5 % | 13.0 % | 10.80 % |
Leaders | ||||||
Avg. Base | 2,080 | 2,041 | 1,642 | 1,782 | 1,886 | 2,109 |
EOP Base | 2,099 | 1,760 | 1,645 | 1,793 | 1,793 | 2,095 |
Monthly Activity Rate | 81.1 % | 83.8 % | 90.4 % | 90.2 % | 86.4 % | 91.60 % |
Avg. Monthly Order (USD) | ||||||
Monthly Growth Rate | 1.9 % | 2.6 % | 6.3 % | 7.9 % | 4.7 % | 4.40 % |
Monthly Churn Rate | 1.8 % | 7.6 % | 8.4 % | 5.0 % | 5.7 % | 4.80 % |
Disclosure
We hereby disclose certain figures pertaining to the net revenues generated by our Jafra Mexico entity in select quarters of 2022 and 2023. These figures should be regarded as understated yet inaccurate due to timing issues in sales recognition, specifically related to the fulfillment of orders placed by our sales force, and in accordance with IFRS 15 we should have not recognized them until delivered.
Annual net revenues were presented fairly in all material respects as of December 31st, 2022, and 2023, and for the years then ended. Cut-off adjustments represent a decrease in net revenues and EBITDA in some quarters as follows (Consolidated figures):
Same figures | ||||||
6/30/2022 | 9/30/2022 | 12/31/2022 | 3/31/2023 | 6/30/2023 | 9/30/2023 | |
Net Revenues | 3,071,360 | 3,115,894 | 3,232,460 | 3,074,500 | 3,223,935 | 3,049,230 |
Cost of sales | 941,688 | 968,678 | 955,398 | 839,161 | 862,241 | 912,001 |
Gross Margin | 2,129,672 | 2,147,216 | 2,277,062 | 2,235,339 | 2,361,695 | 2,137,229 |
SG&A expenses | 1,644,064 | 1,714,400 | 1,677,720 | 1,749,584 | 1,737,655 | 1,689,972 |
EBITDA | 485,608 | 432,816 | 599,342 | 485,755 | 624,040 | 447,257 |
This is due to timely issues because a higher portion of Jafra's monthly sales is made in the last week of the month, and orders to consultants take a few days to deliver. Annual cut off for the year ended December 31st, 2023, represented just Ps. 15M, which is not significant and is properly presented.
A mere
The Company, since the close of 2023, has initiated a strategy to minimize cutoff adjustments each quarter, aligning commercial efforts to advance orders to the third week of the month and adjusting the logistics of shipments and deliveries to ensure that the majority of these are completed before the end of the period.
Use of Non-IFRS Financial Measures
This announcement includes certain references to EBITDA, EBITDA Margin, Net Debt:
EBITDA: defined as profit for the year adding back the depreciation of property, plant and equipment and right of use assets, amortization of intangible assets, financing cost, net and total income taxes
EBITDA Margin: is calculated by dividing EBITDA by net revenue
EBITDA and EBITDA Margin are not measures recognized under IFRS and should not be considered as an alternative to, or more meaningful than, consolidated net income for the year as determined in accordance with IFRS or as indicators of our operating performance from continuing operations. Accordingly, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on this information and should note that these measures as calculated by the Company, may differ materially from similarly titled measures reported by other companies.
Betterware believes that these non-IFRS financial measures are useful to investors because (i) Betterware uses these measures to analyze its financial results internally and believes they represent a measure of operating profitability and (ii) these measures will serve investors to understand and evaluate Betterware's EBITDA and provide more tools for their analysis as it makes Betterware's results comparable to industry peers that also prepare these measures.
Definitions: Operating Metrics
- Betterware de México (Associates and Distributors)
Avg. Base: Weekly average Associate/Distributor base
EOP Base: Associate/Distributor base at the end of the period
Weekly Churn Rate: Average weekly data. Total Associates/Distributors lost during the period divided by the beginning of the period Associate/Distributor base.
Weekly Activity Rate: Average weekly data. Active Associates/Distributors divided by ending Associate/Distributor base.
Avg. Weekly Order: Average weekly data. Total Revenue divided by number of active Associates/Distributors
- Jafra (Consultants and Leaders)
Avg. Base: Monthly average Consultant/Leader base
EOP Base: Consultant/Leader base at the end of the period
Monthly Churn Rate (Consultants): Average monthly data. Total Consultants lost during the period divided by the number of active Consultants 4 months prior. A Consultant is terminated only after 4 months of inactivity.
Monthly Churn Rate (Leaders): Average monthly data. Total Leaders lost during the period divided by end of period Leader's base.
Monthly Activity Rate: Average monthly data. Active Consultants/Leaders divided by the end of period Consultant/Leaders base.
Avg. Monthly Order (Consultants): Average monthly data. Total Catalogue Revenue divided by number of consultant orders.
Avg. Monthly Order (Leaders): Average monthly data. Total Leaders Revenue divided by number of leaders orders.
About Betterware de México, S.A.P.I. de C.V.
Founded in 1995, Betterware de
The Company has a differentiated two-tier network of distributors and associates that sell their products through twelve catalogs per year. All products are designed by the Company and under the Betterware brand name through its different sources of product innovation. The Company's state-of-the-art infrastructure allows it to safely and timely deliver its products to every part of the country, backed by the strategic location of its national distribution center. Today, the Company distributes its products in
Supported by its asset light business model and its three strategic pillars of Product Innovation, Business Intelligence and Technology, Betterware has been able to achieve sustainable double-digit growth rates by successfully expanding its household penetration and share of wallet.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release includes certain statements that are not historical facts but are forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as "believe," "may," "will", "estimate", "continue", "anticipate", "intend", "expect", "should", "would", "plan", "predict", "potential", "seem", "seek," "future," "outlook", and similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. The reader should understand that the results obtained may differ from the projections contained in this document and that many factors could cause our actual activities or results to differ materially from the activities and results anticipated in forward looking statements. For this reason, the Company assumes no responsibility for any indirect factors or elements beyond its control that might occur inside
The Company undertakes no obligation and does not intend to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date hereof. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Further information on risks and uncertainties that may affect the Company's operations and financial performance, and the forward statements contained herein, is available in the Company's filings with the SEC. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.
4Q2023 & FY2023 Conference Call
Management will hold a conference call with investors on February 23, 2024, at 8:00 am Central Standard Time (CST)/ 9:00am Eastern Time (EST). For anyone who wishes to join live, the dial-in information is:
Toll Free: 1-877-451-6152
Toll/International: 1-201-389-0879
Conference ID: 13744249
If you wish to listen to the replay of the conference call, please see instructions below:
Toll Free: 1-844-512-2921
Toll/International: 1-412-317-6671
Replay Pin Number: 13744249
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