Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. - RMCF STOCK NEWS

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (RMCF) reported financial results for fiscal Q3 2025 ended November 30, 2024. Total revenue increased to $7.9 million from $7.7 million year-over-year. The company reported a net loss of $0.8 million, or $(0.11) per share, unchanged from the previous year's loss.

Key developments include securing a three-year $6 million credit agreement, plans for two new stores and a kiosk location across three U.S. markets, and the launch of a new ERP system in January. Gross margin slightly decreased to 10.0% from 10.2% due to higher supply and labor costs. Total costs and expenses increased to $8.6 million from $8.5 million. Adjusted EBITDA improved to $41,000 compared to $(0.3) million in the year-ago period.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (RMCF), a premium chocolates and confectionery products franchisor and producer, has scheduled its fiscal third quarter 2025 earnings conference call for January 14, 2025, at 5:00 P.M. Eastern time. The company will release its financial results via press release before the call.

Management will host the conference call followed by a Q&A session. Investors can submit questions in advance by emailing RMCF@elevate-ir.com. The call will be accessible through a dial-in registration link and will also be broadcast live with replay availability through the company's investor relations website at ir.rmcf.com.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (NASDAQ: RMCF) announced two new appointments to its Board of Directors. Melvin Keating and Al Harper have joined the board, replacing Starlette B. Johnson and Charlson Arnold, effective November 26, 2024. Keating brings extensive corporate leadership experience, having served on nearly 20 public company boards. Harper, a seasoned entrepreneur and owner of American Heritage Railways, is one of RMCF's largest shareholders, owning approximately 1 million shares (13% of common shares outstanding).

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (RMCF) announced the opening of two new stores and one kiosk across three U.S. markets. In Downtown Chicago, franchisee Tyson Minnick will open his third store on North State Street. Willie and Alex Zamora will launch their second location, a kiosk in the Brandon Exchange, Florida. In Charleston, South Carolina, Ross Theesen will open his fifth store on King Street. The expansion demonstrates RMCF's commitment to growing its premium chocolate brand nationwide through experienced franchisees.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (RMCF) reported financial results for its fiscal second quarter ended August 31, 2024. Total revenue was $6.4 million, down from $6.6 million in the year-ago quarter. Gross margin improved to 11.5% from 7.7%, primarily due to increased pricing and improved operating efficiencies. The company reported a net loss of $0.7 million or ($0.11) per share, compared to a net loss of $1.0 million or ($0.16) per share in fiscal Q2 2024.

RMCF is executing a multi-year strategic plan, focusing on strengthening liquidity, rebuilding the executive team, expanding the franchise network, and laying a foundation for sustainable growth. The company secured a new $6 million credit facility to improve its financial position. RMCF is expanding its franchise network across eight strategic U.S. markets and finalizing new franchise agreements for three additional store locations.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc. (Nasdaq: RMCF) has secured a new $6 million credit facility with RMC Credit Facility, , an entity affiliated with board member Steve Craig. This three-year agreement replaces the company's existing $4 million revolving credit facility, of which $3.45 million was outstanding. The new facility features interest-only payments at 12% per annum until its maturity on September 30, 2027.

Interim CEO Jeff Geygan stated that this credit facility is important for RMCF's capital structure, enabling investments in equipment and machinery while funding growth initiatives. The remaining balance will be used for continued capital investment and working capital needs, positioning the company to execute its three-year strategic plan and drive towards sustainable growth and profitability.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc. (Nasdaq: RMCF), an international franchisor and producer of premium chocolates and confectionery products, has announced its upcoming fiscal second quarter 2025 conference call. The call is scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time. RMCF management will host the call, which will include a discussion of the company's fiscal Q2 2025 results, followed by a question-and-answer session.

Investors and analysts are invited to submit questions in advance by emailing RMCF@elevate-ir.com. The company will release its financial results in a press release prior to the call. Participants can join the call via a dial-in registration link or a live webcast link. The conference will also be available for replay in the investor relations section of RMCF's website at https://ir.rmcf.com/.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (Nasdaq: RMCF) has announced its upcoming Investor Day scheduled for September 12, 2024. The event will feature presentations from the company's executive management team, offering insights into RMCF's operations and strategy.

The Investor Day will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Mountain Time and will be accessible via webcast and phone. Interested parties can join the event using the provided Zoom link or dial-in numbers. RMCF, an international franchisor and producer of premium chocolates and confectionery products, including gourmet caramel apples, will make supporting materials available on their Investor Relations website.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (RMCF) has closed a $2.2 million private placement led by American Heritage Railways. The company sold 1.25 million shares at $1.75 per share, a 15% premium to the closing price on August 5, 2024. This PIPE financing aims to strengthen RMCF's balance sheet and provide working capital for its updated three-year strategic plan. Interim CEO Jeff Geygan mentioned that a separate non-equity financing is in the final stages, which is expected to provide capital for executing plans to return RMCF to sustainable growth and profitability.

American Heritage Railways, a Durango-based company touching over 2 million customers annually through railroads, attractions, and licensing events, is welcomed as a new strategic shareholder. Their customer base is seen as a natural fit for RMCF's premium products. The securities sold in this private placement are not registered under the Securities Act of 1933 and have resale restrictions.