Stran & Company Reports Preliminary Selected Unaudited Results for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024

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Stran & Company (NASDAQ: SWAG) has reported preliminary unaudited results for the nine months ended September 30, 2024. The company projects a 7.8% revenue increase to $57 million compared to the same period in 2023. A key highlight is the completion of the Gander Group™ asset acquisition, a casino loyalty program leader that generated over $34 million in revenue in 2023.

The company maintains a strong financial position with $17 million in cash equivalents and investments with no long-term debt. The cash reduction is attributed to the Gander acquisition, and management confirms no plans to raise additional capital for operations or growth initiatives.

Positive

• Revenue growth of 7.8% year-over-year to $57 million
• Strong balance sheet with $17 million in cash and investments
• No long-term debt as of September 30, 2024
• Strategic acquisition of Gander Group assets (2023 revenue: $34 million)
• No planned capital raises needed for operations

Negative

• Reduction in cash position due to Gander acquisition
• Financial results are preliminary and subject to review adjustments

Insights

Financial Analyst

Stran & Company's preliminary results reveal several key developments worth noting. The $34 million revenue contribution from Gander Group™ in 2023 positions SWAG for significant market expansion in the casino and gaming sectors. The projected 7.8% revenue growth to $57 million for the first nine months of 2024 demonstrates moderate but steady expansion. The company's robust balance sheet with $17 million in cash equivalents and zero long-term debt provides substantial operational flexibility. The strategic acquisition without requiring additional capital raise suggests efficient capital allocation and strong financial management. However, investors should monitor post-acquisition integration progress and margin improvements, as these will be critical for long-term value creation. The gaming sector exposure through Gander Group™ could provide counter-cyclical revenue streams, potentially reducing overall business volatility. The preliminary nature of these results warrants cautious optimism until final audited figures are released.

Market Research Analyst

The acquisition of Gander Group™ assets marks a strategic pivot into the lucrative casino loyalty market, which has shown resilience even during economic downturns. The gaming industry's emphasis on customer retention through loyalty programs aligns perfectly with Stran's promotional expertise. Cross-selling opportunities between Stran's existing client base and Gander's casino relationships could unlock significant revenue synergies. The promotional products sector is highly fragmented and this acquisition strengthens Stran's competitive position by adding specialized casino industry expertise. The maintenance of a strong cash position post-acquisition suggests careful deal structuring and leaves room for future strategic moves. While the 7.8% revenue growth is modest, the potential for margin expansion through operational efficiencies and increased scale could drive stronger profitability metrics in upcoming quarters.

Completed acquisition of strategic assets of Gander Group™

Revenue expected to grow approximately 7.8% compared to the first nine months of 2023

Quincy, MA, Dec. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stran & Company, Inc. ("Stran" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: SWAG) (NASDAQ: SWAGW), a leading outsourced marketing solutions provider that leverages its promotional products and loyalty incentive expertise, today reported preliminary selected unaudited results for the nine months ended September 30, 2024.

“During the quarter, we continued to execute on our growth strategy, including securing significant contracts with leading customers as well as acquiring strategic assets that complement and improve our operations,” commented Andy Shape, President and CEO of Stran. “Specifically, we completed the acquisition of assets of Gander Group™, a recognized leader in casino continuity and loyalty programs, generating over $34 million in revenue in 2023. By integrating Gander Group’s assets in the gaming, casino, and entertainment sectors with our established operational infrastructure and customer base, we anticipate significant cross-selling opportunities and operational efficiencies that will drive revenue growth and improve margins. While we are working to fully integrate Gander into Stran, we project our revenue to increase by approximately 7.8% to $57 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Importantly, we have continued to prioritize prudent expense management, maintaining a strong balance sheet with approximately $17 million in cash equivalents and investments and no long-term debt as of September 30, 2024. The reduction in cash reflects our strategic investment in the Gander acquisition and we have no need or plan to raise capital to support our operations or ongoing growth initiatives. Lastly, we are finalizing our financial statements and look forward to sharing further updates in the coming weeks.”

The selected unaudited results in this press release are preliminary and subject to the completion of accounting and interim review procedures and are therefore subject to adjustment.

About Stran
For over 29 years, Stran has grown to become a leader in the promotional products industry, specializing in complex marketing programs to help recognize the value of promotional products, branded merchandise, and loyalty incentive programs as a tool to drive awareness, build brands and impact sales. Stran is the chosen promotional programs manager of many Fortune 500 companies, across a variety of industries, to execute their promotional marketing, loyalty and incentive, sponsorship activation, recruitment, retention, and wellness campaigns. Stran provides world-class customer service and utilizes cutting-edge technology, including efficient ordering and logistics technology to provide order processing, warehousing and fulfillment functions. The Company’s mission is to develop long-term relationships with its clients, enabling them to connect with both their customers and employees in order to build lasting brand loyalty.

Additional information about the Company is available at: www.stran.com.

Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, contained in this press release are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release may be identified by the use of words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “seek,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “target,” “aim,” “should,” "will,” “would,” or the negative of these words or other similar expressions, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are based on the Company’s current expectations and are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Further, certain forward-looking statements are based on assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. These and other risks and uncertainties are described more fully in the section titled “Risk Factors” in the Company’s periodic reports which are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements contained in this announcement are made as of this date, and the Company undertakes no duty to update such information except as required under applicable law.

Contacts:

Investor Relations Contact:
Crescendo Communications, LLC
Tel: (212) 671-1021
SWAG@crescendo-ir.com 

Press Contact:
Howie Turkenkopf
press@stran.com 

FAQ

What is Stran's (SWAG) projected revenue growth for the first nine months of 2024?

Stran projects a 7.8% revenue increase to $57 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to the same period in 2023.

How much revenue did Gander Group generate before being acquired by SWAG?

Gander Group generated over $34 million in revenue in 2023 before being acquired by Stran.

What is Stran's (SWAG) cash position as of September 30, 2024?

Stran reported approximately $17 million in cash equivalents and investments as of September 30, 2024.

Does Stran (SWAG) plan to raise additional capital after the Gander acquisition?

No, Stran has stated they have no need or plan to raise capital to support operations or ongoing growth initiatives.