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Axil Brands, Inc. (RVIV)·Q4 2024 Earnings Summary

Executive Summary

  • Q4 FY2024 revenue was $6.50M, gross margin 71.7%, operating income $0.17M, and net income $0.05M, reflecting a soft finish versus Q2 and Q3 and minimal bottom-line contribution due largely to a tax provision in the quarter .
  • Year over year, Q4 FY2024 revenue declined versus Q4 FY2023 ($6.90M) with gross margin compressing from 75.0% to 71.7%, and net income falling from $0.76M to $0.05M as operating leverage and tax dynamics weighed on results .
  • Street consensus (S&P Global) for Q4 FY2024 EPS and revenue was unavailable for RVIV due to missing CIQ mapping; therefore, we cannot assess beats/misses vs estimates (S&P Global consensus unavailable).
  • Product mix remained concentrated: hearing protection and enhancement accounted for ~95% of FY2024 revenue, with management emphasizing expansion into retail and distribution channels as a key growth catalyst .

What Went Well and What Went Wrong

  • What Went Well

    • Management executed brand and channel strategy: “record revenues of $27.5 million, reflecting 17% YoY growth, largely driven by expanding distribution and retail channels” (CEO) .
    • Revenue quality and diversification: “There was no single customer that accounted for greater than 10% of total sales” in hearing protection (~95% of revenue), supporting stability of demand (CFO) .
    • Operational progress in prior quarters: Q2 and Q3 delivered stronger profitability and margins relative to Q4, underscoring seasonality and channel execution earlier in the year .
  • What Went Wrong

    • Q4 gross margin compression and limited operating leverage: gross margin fell to 71.7% (vs 75.0% YoY) and operating income was just $0.17M despite $6.50M revenue .
    • Net income sharply lower: Q4 net income was $0.05M vs $0.76M YoY, impacted by a tax provision in the quarter and weaker operating margin versus the prior year .
    • Street context lacking: Q4 consensus EPS/revenue from S&P Global was unavailable for RVIV, limiting external benchmarking (S&P Global consensus unavailable).

Financial Results

Quarterly performance (oldest → newest):

MetricQ2 FY2024 (Nov 30, 2023)Q3 FY2024 (Feb 29, 2024)Q4 FY2024 (May 31, 2024)
Revenue ($USD)$8,421,677 $6,469,343 $6,501,250 (FY − 9M)
Gross Profit ($USD)$6,257,939 $4,624,326 $4,664,106 (FY − 9M)
Gross Margin %74.3% 71.5% 71.7% (derived)
Operating Expenses ($USD)$4,994,027 $4,728,205 $4,494,516 (FY − 9M)
Operating Income ($USD)$1,263,912 ($103,879) $169,590 (FY − 9M)
Net Income ($USD)$1,018,075 $781,091 $49,516 (FY − 9M)

Year-over-year Q4 comparison:

MetricQ4 FY2023 (May 31, 2023)Q4 FY2024 (May 31, 2024)
Revenue ($USD)$6,895,209 (FY23 − 9M23) $6,501,250 (FY24 − 9M24)
Gross Margin %75.0% (derived) 71.7% (derived)
Operating Income ($USD)$583,227 (derived) $169,590 (derived)
Net Income ($USD)$760,100 (derived) $49,516 (derived)

KPIs and margins:

KPIQ2 FY2024Q3 FY2024Q4 FY2024
Operating Margin %15.0% (derived) (1.6)% (derived) 2.6% (derived)
Net Income Margin %12.1% (derived) 12.1% (derived) 0.8% (derived)
OpEx as % of Sales59.3% 73.1% 69.1% (derived)

Segment exposure (FY context):

SegmentFY2024 Revenue Mix
Hearing Protection & Enhancement~95% of revenue
Hair & Skin Care~5% of revenue (implied remainder)

Notes:

  • Q4 FY2024 values are derived from FY2024 minus nine-month FY2024 totals; Q4 FY2023 values are derived from FY2023 minus nine-month FY2023 .
  • EPS per quarter was not disclosed for Q4 FY2024; Q2/Q3 EPS were disclosed in period press releases .

Guidance Changes

No formal quantitative guidance (revenue, margins, OpEx, OI&E, tax rate) was disclosed in the FY2024 press release or Q3/Q2 releases; management referenced strategic priorities rather than specific ranges .

MetricPeriodPrevious GuidanceCurrent GuidanceChange
RevenueFY/Q4 FY2024None disclosed None disclosed Maintained (no guidance)
Gross MarginFY/Q4 FY2024None disclosed None disclosed Maintained (no guidance)
OpExFY/Q4 FY2024None disclosed None disclosed Maintained (no guidance)
Tax RateFY/Q4 FY2024None disclosed None disclosed Maintained (no guidance)

Earnings Call Themes & Trends

No Q4 FY2024 earnings call transcript was found in our document tools for RVIV; we searched earnings-call-transcript doc type and found none for RVIV in the relevant period (not available). Below is narrative evolution from press releases:

TopicPrevious Mentions (Q2 FY2024 and Q3 FY2024)Current Period (Q4 FY2024)Trend
Brand/Rebranding, ListingUplist to NYSE American and name change to AXIL Brands; governance changes Continued emphasis on brand and distribution expansion Stable focus
Channel/DistributionStrength in holiday season (Q2); expansion initiatives Emphasis on expanding retail and distribution channels (CEO/CFO) Continuing execution
Customer ConcentrationNo single >10% customer in hearing segment (FY context) Reiterated in FY release Positive diversification
Tariffs/Macro RiskNot specifically quantified in Q2/Q3 press releases Risks cited: taxes/tariffs/trade policies potentially raising costs Risk awareness increased

Management Commentary

  • “We concluded the fiscal year with record revenues of $27.5 million, reflecting a solid 17% year-over-year growth, largely driven by our strategic focus on expanding distribution and retail channels.” — Jeff Brown, CFO .
  • “We are making continued progress in areas that should contribute to our sustainable, long-term growth and profitability... enhancing our global presence, fostering strategic partnerships, and adapting our offerings...” — Jeff Toghraie, CEO .
  • “Our successful listing on the NYSE American stock exchange and recent repurchase of our Series A preferred shares enhances our ability to execute our enterprise growth strategy and unlock value for our shareholders.” — Jeff Toghraie, CEO (Q3 release) .

Q&A Highlights

No Q4 FY2024 earnings call transcript or Q&A was available for RVIV in our document set (not available).

Estimates Context

  • Wall Street consensus estimates (S&P Global) for RVIV Q4 FY2024 EPS and revenue were unavailable due to missing CIQ mapping; thus we cannot provide beats/misses vs Street (S&P Global consensus unavailable).
  • Given the lack of consensus, investors should rely on internal benchmarking versus prior periods and YoY trends presented above.

Key Takeaways for Investors

  • Q4 softness: Despite stable revenue sequentially vs Q3, margins compressed and net income was minimal, driven by limited operating leverage and a tax provision; monitor mix and pricing discipline in hearing products to stabilize gross margin .
  • Stronger 1H performance: Q2/Q3 delivered healthier margins and profits; seasonality and promotional cadence matter—near-term trading likely keys off holiday and channel events .
  • Concentrated core with diversified customers: Hearing products (~95% of FY revenue) remain core, but lack of single-customer dependence is a positive for revenue stability .
  • Execution vs guidance: Management emphasizes channel expansion and brand initiatives but provides no quantitative guidance; trading setups will focus on observed quarter-to-quarter margin recovery rather than guidance beats .
  • Watch tariff and regulatory exposure: Management highlights risk from taxes/tariffs/trade policies; U.S. manufacturing or sourcing shifts may be medium-term margin levers .
  • Data gap on estimates: With S&P Global consensus unavailable, incorporate internal expectations and historical seasonal patterns when framing near-term positioning (S&P Global consensus unavailable).
  • Near-term catalysts: Retail/distribution wins and product launches could improve volume and mix; monitor subsequent-quarter gross margin trends and operating expense ratios for signs of operating leverage .

Sources: Q4 FY2024 derived from FY2024 8-K press release and nine-month totals (EX-99.1) ; Q3 FY2024 8-K press release (EX-99.1) ; Q2 FY2024 8-K press release (EX-99.1) ; Uplist/name change 8-K .