Scott’s Liquid Gold-Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results

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Scott's Liquid Gold reported a net sales increase of 18% in Q3 2021, reaching $8.5 million compared to $7.2 million in the previous year. Despite this growth, the company faced a net loss of $2.5 million per share, largely due to a $1.6 million valuation allowance against deferred tax assets and a $0.4 million inventory impairment. Increased logistics expenses and the impact of supply chain disruptions also affected performance. The company has entered a new $2 million loan agreement to bolster operations.

Positive

• Net sales increased by 18% year-over-year to $8.5 million.
• Successfully reduced COVID-related retail impacts and increased brand awareness.

Negative

• Net loss of $2.5 million primarily due to deferred tax asset valuation and inventory impairments.
• Continued rise in logistics-related expenses from supply chain disruptions.

Third Quarter 2021 Results:

• Net sales of $8.5 million vs. $7.2 million in 2020, representing an 18% organic increase versus the prior year
• Net loss of $2.5 million (($0.20) per share) driven by $1.6 million valuation allowance on deferred tax asset and $0.4 million inventory impairment

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Scott’s Liquid Gold-Inc. (OTC: SLGD) today announced results for the three months ended September 30, 2021.

Third Quarter Financial Results

In the third quarter of 2021, net sales increased 18% to $8.5 million compared to $7.2 million in the same period in 2020. The increase was driven by reduced COVID-related retail and supply chain impacts as well as success in driving enhanced awareness of several key brands, including Alpha Skin Care.

Our net loss of $2.5 million was primarily driven by the establishment of a valuation allowance against our deferred tax asset and impairment costs related to slow moving and obsolete inventories. We also continued to experience increases in logistics-related expenses driven by supply chain disruptions and product delays.

Subsequent to the end of the third quarter, we entered into a new loan agreement in the amount of $2 million with Denver-based La Plata Capital and further amended our loan agreement with UMB.

Management Commentary

“Over the last six months, we have undertaken a series of actions to improve operating performance, reduce costs, stabilize inventory levels, implement pricing initiatives, and position the Company for stronger performance and growth,” said Tisha Pedrazzini, President of Scott’s. “We continue to focus on the profitable growth of key brands in the skin and pet care categories while accelerating conversion in the e-commerce channel. We continue to sharpen our strategies by modernizing packaging, expanding our consumer base, innovating, and leveraging social media in new ways.”

Dan Roller, Chairman of the Board, commented, “With our new management team now in place, we are focused on strategically developing and growing our portfolio of brands, as well as potentially monetizing brands that do not fit our strategic vision.”

SCOTT’S LIQUID GOLD-INC. & SUBSIDIARIES   Consolidated Statements of Operations (in thousands, except per share data)
	Three Months Ended								Nine Months Ended
	September 30,								September 30,
	2021				2020				2021				2020
Net sales	$	8,555			$	7,197			$	26,439			$	21,134
Cost of sales		5,413				3,973				15,637				11,578
Gross Profit		3,142				3,224				10,802				9,556
Operating expenses:
Advertising		144				169				506				531
Selling		2,686				2,168				7,755				5,371
General and administrative		836				976				3,782				3,435
Intangible asset amortization		401				401				1,203				849
Total operating expenses		4,067				3,714				13,246				10,186
Loss from operations		(925	)			(490	)			(2,444	)			(630	)
Interest income		-				-				-				3
Interest expense		(208	)			(137	)			(517	)			(215	)
Income from distribution agreement termination		-				-				-				350
Loss before income taxes		(1,133	)			(627	)			(2,961	)			(492	)
Income tax (expense) benefit		(1,335	)			110				(853	)			174
Net loss	$	(2,468	)		$	(517	)		$	(3,814	)		$	(318	)
Net loss per common share
Basic	$	(0.20	)		$	(0.04	)		$	(0.30	)		$	(0.03	)
Diluted	$	(0.20	)		$	(0.04	)		$	(0.30	)		$	(0.03	)
Weighted average shares outstanding
Basic		12,642				12,480				12,628				12,468
Diluted		12,642				12,480				12,628				12,468

SCOTT’S LIQUID GOLD-INC. & SUBSIDIARIES   Consolidated Balance Sheets (in thousands, except par value amounts)
	September 30,				December 31,
	2021				2020
Assets
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	12			$	5
Accounts receivable, net		4,284				4,512
Inventories, net		6,639				3,988
Income taxes receivable		343				535
Prepaid expenses		533				596
Other current assets		-				112
Total current assets		11,811				9,748
Property and equipment, net		9				18
Deferred tax asset		-				784
Goodwill		5,280				5,280
Intangible assets, net		13,763				14,703
Operating lease right-of-use assets		2,796				2,985
Other assets		38				38
Total assets	$	33,697			$	33,556
Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	$	3,152			$	1,799
Accrued expenses		1,064				296
Current portion of long-term debt		1,000				1,000
Operating lease liabilities, current portion		247				249
Other current liabilities		-				67
Total current liabilities		5,463				3,411
Long-term debt, net of current portion and debt issuance costs		6,519				4,521
Operating lease liabilities, net of current		2,846				3,032
Other liabilities		62				127
Total liabilities		14,890				11,091
Shareholders’ equity:
Preferred stock, no par value, authorized 20,000 shares; no shares issued and outstanding		-				-
Common stock, $0.10 par value, authorized 50,000 shares; issued and outstanding 12,666 shares (2021) and 12,618 shares (2020)		1,266				1,262
Capital in excess of par		7,785				7,633
Retained earnings		9,756				13,570
Total shareholders’ equity		18,807				22,465
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity	$	33,697			$	33,556

SCOTT’S LIQUID GOLD-INC. & SUBSIDIARIES   Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (in thousands)
	Nine Months Ended
	September 30,
	2021				2020
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss	$	(3,814	)		$	(318	)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash (used) provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization		1,357				976
Stock-based compensation		99				106
Deferred income taxes		784				(26	)
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable		228				(1,756	)
Inventories		(2,651	)			3,373
Prepaid expenses and other assets		175				(200	)
Income taxes receivable		192				488
Accounts payable, accrued expenses, and other liabilities		1,990				1,659
Total adjustments to net loss		2,174				4,620
Net cash (used) provided by operating activities		(1,640	)			4,302
Cash flows from investing activities:
Acquisition		-				(10,529	)
Purchase of software		(262	)			-
Purchase of property and equipment		-				(17	)
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment		-				500
Cash paid for leasehold improvements		-				(484	)
Reimbursement of leasehold improvements		-				247
Net cash used in investing activities		(262	)			(10,283	)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from revolving credit facility		29,824				6,525
Repayments of revolving credit facility		(27,222	)			(3,795	)
Proceeds from term loan		-				3,000
Repayments of term loan		(750	)			(167	)
Payments for debt issuance costs		-				(569	)
Proceeds from PPP loan		-				600
Repayment of PPP loan		-				(600	)
Proceeds from exercise of stock options		57				67
Net cash provided by financing activities		1,909				5,061
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents		7				(920	)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period		5				1,094
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period	$	12			$	174
Supplemental disclosures:
Cash paid during the period for interest	$	372			$	23

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About Scott’s Liquid Gold-Inc.

Scott's Liquid Gold-Inc. and its trusted brands have been a part of consumers' lives for over 70 years. Our products deliver high-quality, proven results that are supported by best-in-class consumer ratings and reviews. Our portfolio includes some of the most trusted and recognized consumer brand names, including our namesake Scott’s Liquid Gold wood care products, as well as Kids N Pets, Dryel, BIZ Stain Fighter, Denorex, Prell, and Alpha Skin Care.

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FAQ

What were Scott's Liquid Gold's Q3 2021 net sales figures?

Scott's Liquid Gold reported net sales of $8.5 million in Q3 2021.

What was the net loss reported by Scott's Liquid Gold for Q3 2021?

The company reported a net loss of $2.5 million, equating to $0.20 per share.

What factors contributed to the increase in sales for Scott's Liquid Gold in Q3 2021?

Sales increase was attributed to reduced COVID-related retail impacts and increased awareness of brands like Alpha Skin Care.

How is Scott's Liquid Gold addressing its financial challenges?

The company entered a new loan agreement for $2 million and is implementing cost-reduction strategies.

What were the logistics expenses for Scott's Liquid Gold in Q3 2021?

The company faced increased logistics expenses due to ongoing supply chain disruptions.