Online retailer Hour Loop reports Q2 revenue decline, withholds 2025 guidance
Overview
Hour Loop Q2 revenue falls 3.4% yr/yr to $27.1 mln
Net income for Q2 rises to $1.2 mln, driven by reduced expenses
Co expands gross profit margin despite challenges from U.S. trade actions
Outlook
Hour Loop not providing 2025 guidance due to economic uncertainty
Company cites tariffs as reason for withholding 2025 guidance
Hour Loop aims to defend margins amid evolving conditions
Company highlights flexibility to pursue growth or defend margins
Result Drivers
TRADE ACTIONS - U.S. trade actions targeting Chinese imports reshaped sourcing dynamics and pressured margins, per CEO Sam Lai
PRICE ADJUSTMENTS - Strategic price adjustments led to a 1.5% increase in gross profit margin
EXPENSE REDUCTION - Operating expenses decreased due to significant reimbursements from previous year claims
Key Details
Metric | Beat/Miss | Actual | Consensus Estimate |
Q2 Revenue |
| $27.10 mln |
|
Q2 EPS |
| $0.04 |
|
Q2 Net Income |
| $1.20 mln |
|
Press Release: ID:nGNX3Jkqr4
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