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2 days ago
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The North West Co Inc (NNWWF) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Sales Growth Amidst ...
Consolidated Sales Increase: Up 3.9% for the quarter. Net Earnings Increase: Up 2.2% compared to last year. Same-Store Sales Gains: 4% increase in food sales. Gross Profit Increase: Up 7.2% with a 103 basis point increase in gross profit rate. Expenses Increase: Up 8.7%, including $2.1 million in onetime costs for the Next 100 program. Adjusted Net Earnings: Increased 14.2% excluding share-based compensation and onetime costs. Canadian Operations Sales Increase: Up 2%, with a 5.1% increase in same-store food sales. Canadian Operations Gross Profit Increase: Up 5.1% due to higher sales and changes in sales blend. Canadian Operations EBIT Decrease: Down 6.2% due to higher expenses. Adjusted EBITDA for Canadian Operations: Increased 5.8% excluding onetime costs. International Operations Same-Store Sales Increase: Up 2.8%, with 2.6% in food and 5.2% in general merchandise. International Operations Gross Profit Increase: Up 5.4% due to higher sales and increased gross profit rate. International Operations EBIT Increase: Up 11% for the quarter. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 6 Warning Sign with NNWWF. Release Date: June 11, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Consolidated sales increased by 3.9% and net earnings rose by 2.2%, building on a strong performance from the previous year. Same-store food sales in Canada saw a 5.1% increase, driven by increased consumer demand from initiatives like the Inuit Child First Initiative. International Operations experienced strong results with same-store sales gains of 2.6% in food and 5.2% in general merchandise. Gross profit dollars increased by 7.2% due to sales gains and a 103 basis point increase in the gross profit rate. The Next 100 program is yielding financial benefits, including more effective promotions and cost savings initiatives. Expenses rose by 8.7% due to higher staff and technology costs, as well as increased depreciation and foreign exchange impacts. The Next 100 program incurred $2.1 million in onetime costs for professional fees, impacting overall expenses. Wildfires in Northern Canada have negatively impacted sales, affecting approximately 10% of the company's sites. Payments from the First Nations drinking water settlement are expected to be slightly less than last year, impacting revenue. The Inuit Child First Initiative funding has been limited, potentially reducing access to nutritious foods and impacting sales. Q: How many communities does North West operate in Northern Canada, and how are they affected by the wildfires? A: North West operates in about 140 communities in Canada. The wildfires have affected roughly 10% of these sites, with sales significantly reduced in the affected areas. However, some stores remain open to service emergency workers and residents still in the community. Q: Are the payments to individuals from the First Nations drinking water settlement less in 2025 than in 2024? A: The growth rate of payments is about on par with last year, but we anticipate that the total payments will be slightly less than in 2024. Q: How is the Inuit Child First Initiative affecting food same-store sales growth? A: The program has slowed down significantly compared to last year, impacting access to nutritious foods. There is ongoing effort to restore the program to its previous state, but no interim measures are currently in place. Q: Can you provide an update on the performance of North Star Air and its impact from the wildfires? A: North Star Air had a good quarter, meeting expectations. The wildfires have not negatively impacted its operations; instead, the airline has been able to assist communities due to its operational flexibility. Q: How should we expect the benefits of the Next 100 program to ramp up, and when will we see a full run rate? A: The program is expected to mature by 2026, with benefits ramping up steadily through the year. By the latter end of 2026, we will be able to provide a more definitive outlook on the program's impact. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
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- Yahoo
HOMEBUYERS: New Construction Increasingly a More Cost-Effective Choice
As New Home Market Conditions Stay Near Average, Consumers Stand to Benefit DANA POINT, Calif., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Builder 100 – Zonda's 37th annual gathering of top U.S. builders wrapped up yesterday. As a unique national provider tracking the entire building cycle, the event covers critical industry topics such as the state of the current housing market. Zonda chief economist Ali Wolf — whose role has recently expanded to chief economist for — offered some 'back to the basics' advice on what we'll see from consumers in the coming year in a presentation this week titled 'Economic Outlook for Housing.' "While consumers remain very concerned about the economy and whether we'll enter a recession, for those who have the means to make a move, they stand to see an increased benefit in the type of home they can secure for themselves," says Ali Wolf chief economist for Zonda and NewHomeSource. "Because of market uncertainty, new home prices were down from peak in every one of the 50 markets we track, and 35% of builders reported lowering prices in April," Wolf adds. "If a consumer is looking to buy this year, the case for a new home is growing." The price spread between buying a new construction home versus buying an existing home has narrowed (partly because of changing product). Because of an aged housing stock, new construction allows consumers to minimize unforeseen renovation problems. Builders are also increasingly offering more incentives, making it even more attractive to buy new. Through new construction, consumers can also customize and design their homes to fit their lives. Finally, new home buyers benefit from reduced insurance costs. The nation's largest builders were recently unveiled as part of the Builder 100 and Next 100 lists, including focuses on specific consumer segments: Entry Level, Move Up, Affordable⁄Subsized; and, Active Adult (55+) construction. Visit NewHomeSource for more on: How to Choose Between New Construction and Resale Homes A Step-by-Step Guide to the Home Building Process TrustBuilder Reviews: Home Builder Reviews from Real Homebuyers Also see from Builder 100: TARIFF TALK: Homebuyer and Remodeling Price Sensitivity in 2025 RENTERS: The Growing Influencers in the Building Community Dream Finders Homes Wins the 2025 Builder of the Year Award Lennar Foundation Honored with 26th Annual Hearthstone Builder Humanitarian Award Introducing the 2025 Virtual Concept Home Designed by Ashton Woods Homes About NewHomeSource (NHS) is America's #1 source for consumers as they search for new construction communities and homes. NewHomeSource also has the most extensive collection of ratings and reviews for homebuilders nationwide. As the only independent source of reviews from verified homebuyers, TrustBuilder delivers the honest insights you need to make decisions with confidence. About ZondaZonda provides data-driven housing market solutions to the homebuilding industry. From builders to building product manufacturers, mortgage clients, and multifamily executives, we work hand-in-hand with our customers to streamline access to housing data to empower smarter decisions. As a leading brand in residential construction, our mission is to advance the home building industry, because we believe better homes mean better lives and stronger communities. Together, we are building the future of housing. About BUILDERBUILDER is the No. 1 resource—via its award-winning journalism and industry events—for anyone involved in new-home construction. Primarily focused on the single-family sector, BUILDER strives to help home builders manage their operations, large and small, more efficiently and profitably. Residential construction pros turn to BUILDER for housing-related news, market analysis, design trends, M&A deals, building product coverage, and more. For media inquiries or to schedule an interview with Chief Economist Ali Wolf:Contact: Diane BeginEmail: pr@ 224-836-5615 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE NewHomeSource powered by Zonda Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
