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Escalade Inc. (symbol: ESCA), founded in 1922 and headquartered in Evansville, Indiana, is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of sporting goods, fitness, and indoor/outdoor recreational equipment. The company's mission is to connect family and friends, creating lasting memories through high-quality products. Escalade's extensive brand portfolio includes Brunswick Billiards®, STIGA® table tennis, Accudart®, RAVE Sports® water recreation, Victory Tailgate® custom games, Onix® pickleball, Goalrilla™ basketball, Lifeline® fitness, Woodplay® playsets, and Bear® Archery.
Operating primarily in North America, Europe, and other international markets, Escalade generates a significant portion of its revenue from the North American region. The company's products are available online and at leading retailers worldwide, catering to a diverse range of recreational activities such as archery, table tennis, basketball, trampolines, play systems, fitness, and various game tables.
In recent years, Escalade has focused on strategic initiatives to enhance its product offerings and operational efficiency. The company has successfully launched new products, driven direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales, and improved inventory management. Notably, DTC sales have seen remarkable growth, with a more than 60% increase in the April to June period of 2022, driven by effective marketing campaigns and innovative product introductions.
Despite challenges such as reduced post-pandemic consumer demand and inflationary pressures, Escalade has demonstrated resilience. For the second quarter of 2023, the company reported net income of $3.6 million, highlighting improved cash flow from operations and significant inventory and debt reductions. The company's gross margin for the second quarter was 24.6%, and it generated $8.4 million in cash flow from operations.
Escalade's financial health remains strong, with total cash and equivalents of $0.6 million as of June 30, 2023, and $42.4 million available on its senior secured revolving credit facility maturing in 2027. The company's board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share of common stock, payable on September 5, 2023.
In its third quarter of 2023, Escalade continued to demonstrate strong performance, with net income rising to $4.3 million. The company's gross margin improved significantly to 24.7%, driven by favorable product mix and lower costs associated with supply chain disruptions. Escalade remains focused on reducing debt, with substantial debt reduction achieved in recent quarters.
Looking ahead, Escalade anticipates continued growth opportunities through strategic cost control, working capital management, and balance sheet optimization. The company remains committed to enhancing shareholder value while supporting its customers and building a market-leading portfolio of high-quality and beloved brands for its loyal consumer base.
For more information about Escalade's many brands, history, financials, and governance, please visit www.escaladeinc.com.
Escalade, Inc. (NASDAQ: ESCA) reported fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial results on February 22, 2023. For Q4 2022, net sales decreased by 1.8% to $72.1 million, with organic sales down 14.4%. Operating income dropped 23.8% to $4.9 million, and net income fell to $2.7 million ($0.20 per diluted share). Full year sales remained flat at $313.8 million, but organic sales decreased 9.8%. Gross margin was 23.5%, down 112 basis points. The company announced a $0.15 cash dividend to shareholders. Management anticipates challenging conditions in Q1 2023 due to high inventory and soft consumer demand.
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