Maison Solutions Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results

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Maison Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:MSS) reported strong financial results for Q1 2025, marking the first full quarter with Lee Lee included. Total net revenues increased 115.6% to $29.6 million, primarily driven by Lee Lee's $18.2 million contribution. Gross profit rose to $8.3 million with a 27.9% margin, up from 22.6% last year. The company achieved net income of $700,000, compared to a $105,000 loss in the same period last year. Maison Solutions is optimizing Lee Lee's operations by streamlining its supply chain and leveraging synergies between stores. The company reiterated its fiscal year 2025 guidance, projecting revenues between $120-125 million and positive net income.

Positive

• Total net revenues increased 115.6% to $29.6 million
• Gross margin improved from 22.6% to 27.9%
• Net income of $700,000 compared to a $105,000 loss last year
• Successful integration of Lee Lee acquisition, contributing $18.2 million in revenue
• Reiterated guidance for FY2025 with revenues between $120-125 million and positive net income

Negative

• Cost of revenues increased due to Lee Lee acquisition

Insights

Financial Analyst

Maison Solutions' Q1 2025 results demonstrate significant growth, primarily driven by the Lee Lee acquisition. Total net revenues surged 115.6% to $29.6 million, with Lee Lee contributing $18.2 million. The gross margin improvement from 22.6% to 27.9% is particularly noteworthy, approaching the industry benchmark of 30%.

The company's strategic moves to optimize Lee Lee's operations and integrate it into the HK Good Fortune supply chain are promising for future margin expansion. The shift from a net loss of $105,000 to a net income of $700,000 underscores the acquisition's immediate positive impact.

With reiterated guidance of $120-125 million in revenues for FY2025 and positive net income expectations, Maison Solutions appears well-positioned for continued growth. However, investors should monitor the integration process and potential challenges in sustaining this growth trajectory.

Market Research Analyst

Maison Solutions' Q1 results reveal a strategic expansion in the specialty Asian grocery market. The Lee Lee acquisition has significantly broadened the company's product range and geographical footprint, now spanning California and Arizona. This move aligns with the growing demand for international and exotic food products in the U.S.

The 139.8% increase in non-perishable goods revenue suggests a strong consumer appetite for shelf-stable international products. The company's focus on offering products from over 30 countries positions it well in the diverse American market.

However, the challenge lies in maintaining this growth momentum and successfully integrating Lee Lee's operations. The company's ability to leverage synergies and optimize its expanded supply chain will be important for long-term success. Investors should watch for sustained margin improvements and any signs of market saturation or increased competition in this niche sector.

MONTEREY PARK, CA / ACCESSWIRE / September 23, 2024 / Maison Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:MSS) ("Maison Solutions" or the "Company"), a U.S.-based specialty grocery retailer offering traditional Asian and international food and merchandise, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended July 31, 2024.

Management Commentary

"We are pleased with our financial results for Q1 2025, as it marked the first full quarter with Lee Lee included under the Maison Solutions umbrella," said John Xu, President, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Maison Solutions. "We are encouraged by the immediate financial impact Lee Lee has had across all metrics, importantly, gross margins, which improved from 22.6% in the same quarter last year to 27.9%, getting us closer to the coveted 30% goal for our industry. Our organization has taken several deliberate steps in improving Lee Lee's operations by optimizing its supply chain and tapping into synergies between all stores. In particular, we have commenced streamlining Lee Lee's supply chain into the HK Good Fortune fold by leveraging our central warehouse in California to supply products which minimize costs, augments economies of scale, and will improve our margins. Looking ahead, we are confident in our ability to hit our guidance targets, sustain profitability, and increase market share within California and Arizona."

First Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Total net revenues for the first quarter increased 115.6% to $29.6 million compared to $13.8 million in the same period last fiscal year. The increase was primarily driven by the inclusion of revenues from the Company's newly acquired subsidiary, Lee Lee Oriental Supermart, Inc. ("Lee Lee") (acquired in April 2024), totaling $18.2 million.

Net revenues from perishable goods for the first quarter increased 96.7% to $15.2 million compared to $7.7 million in the same period last fiscal year. Net revenues from non-perishable goods for the first quarter increased 139.8% to $14.5 million compared to $6.0 million in the same period last fiscal year.

Total cost of revenues for the first quarter was $21.4 million compared to $10.6 million in the same period last fiscal year. The increase was primarily due to the Lee Lee acquisition, which increased the Company's cost of revenues by $12.3 million; this was partly offset by decreased cost of revenues from the Company's four California-based supermarkets by $1.6 million.

Gross profit for the first quarter was $8.3 million, while gross margin was 27.9%. Gross profit for the same period last fiscal year was $3.1 million, while gross margin was 22.6%. The increase was primarily due to the higher gross profit from the Lee Lee stores. Boasting three sizable stores, Lee Lee is one of the largest international markets in Arizona and offers authentic flavors and exotic products from over 30 countries and regions, featuring a wide variety of foods that are difficult to find in other local supermarkets.

Net income attributable to Maison Solutions for the first quarter was approximately $700,000, compared to a net loss of approximately $105,000 for the same period last fiscal year. The increase was primarily due to the aforementioned reasons above around the increases in revenue and gross profit.

Fiscal Year 2025 Guidance

The Company is reiterating the following guidance for fiscal year 2025:

• Revenues between $120 million and $125 million

• Net income positive

For more information regarding Maison Solution's financial results, including financial tables, please see our Form 10-Q for the first quarter ended July 31, 2024, filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). The Company's SEC filings can be found on the SEC's website at https://www.sec.gov/ or the Company's investor relations site at https://investors.maisonsolutionsinc.com/.

About Maison Solutions Inc.

Maison Solutions Inc. is a U.S.-based specialty grocery retailer offering traditional Asian food and merchandise, particularly to members of Asian-American communities. The Company is committed to providing Asian fresh produce, meat, seafood, and other daily necessities in a manner that caters to traditional Asian-American family values and cultural norms, while also accounting for the new and faster-paced lifestyle of younger generations and the diverse makeup of the communities in which the Company operates. Since its formation in 2019, the Company has acquired equity interests in four traditional Asian supermarkets in the Los Angeles, California area, operating under the brand name HK Good Fortune, and three supermarkets in the Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona metro areas, operating under the brand name Lee Lee International Supermarket. To learn more about Maison Solutions, please visit the Company's website at www.maisonsolutionsinc.com. Follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We caution readers that forward-looking statements are predictions based on our current expectations about future events. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Our actual results, performance, or achievements could differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including the risks discussed under the heading "Risk Factors" discussed under the caption "Item 1A. Risk Factors" in Part I of our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K or any updates discussed under the caption "Item 1A. Risk Factors" in Part II of our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and in our other filings with the SEC, copies of which are available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Maison Solutions undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise that occur after the date of this release, except as required by law.

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FAQ

What was Maison Solutions' (MSS) revenue for Q1 2025?

Maison Solutions (MSS) reported total net revenues of $29.6 million for Q1 2025, representing a 115.6% increase compared to the same period last fiscal year.

How did the Lee Lee acquisition impact Maison Solutions' (MSS) Q1 2025 results?

The Lee Lee acquisition contributed $18.2 million to Maison Solutions' (MSS) total net revenues and significantly improved gross margins from 22.6% to 27.9% in Q1 2025.

What is Maison Solutions' (MSS) revenue guidance for fiscal year 2025?

Maison Solutions (MSS) reiterated its revenue guidance for fiscal year 2025, projecting revenues between $120 million and $125 million.

Did Maison Solutions (MSS) report a profit in Q1 2025?

Yes, Maison Solutions (MSS) reported a net income of approximately $700,000 for Q1 2025, compared to a net loss of $105,000 in the same period last fiscal year.