Zevia PBC reported fourth‑quarter net sales of $37.9 million, a decline of $1.6 million from the $39.5 million recorded in Q4 2024. Gross profit margin fell to 47.7 percent from 49.2 percent, reflecting a shift toward lower‑margin distribution channels, higher tariff costs on aluminum packaging, and a reduction in promotional spend that helped offset some cost pressure.
The company posted an earnings‑per‑share figure of –$0.02 versus the consensus estimate of –$0.03, a beat of $0.01. The improvement was driven by disciplined cost management and a tighter promotional calendar, which helped preserve profitability even as revenue slipped.
Revenue for the quarter was $37.9 million, missing the consensus estimate of $40.17 million by $2.27 million. The shortfall was largely attributed to the company’s decision to “lap” expanded Walmart distribution from the prior year, which reduced the volume of sales that could be captured in the reporting period, and to broader macro‑economic softness that dampened demand for non‑essential beverages.
For the full year, Zevia guided to net sales of $161.3 million and an adjusted EBITDA loss of $4.7 million. In Q1 2026, management projected net sales of $40 million to $42 million and an adjusted EBITDA loss of $1.6 million to $1.9 million, signaling a cautious outlook that balances ongoing cost‑saving initiatives with continued investment in product innovation and distribution expansion.
Amy Taylor, President and CEO, said, “2025 was a pivotal year for Zevia. We gained traction across our strategic growth pillars of amplified marketing, product innovation and distribution expansion leading to improved financial performance.” The statement underscores management’s focus on sustaining momentum while navigating margin pressures and a slowing growth environment.
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