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Tech Data Reports First Quarter Fiscal Year 2020 Results

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CLEARWATER, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Tech Data (NASDAQ: TECD) (the “Company”) today announced its financial
results for the first quarter ended April 30, 2019.

    First quarter ended April 30,
($ in millions,

except per share amounts)

  2019   2018  

Y/Y
Change

Net Sales   $8,406.4   $8,548.3   -2%
 
Gross profit $509.4 $523.1 -3%
Gross margin 6.06% 6.12% -6 bps
 
SG&A expenses (GAAP) $405.8 $422.4 -4%
% of net sales 4.83% 4.94% -11 bps
 
SG&A expenses (Non-GAAP) $384.6 $399.1 -4%
% of net sales 4.58% 4.67% -9 bps
 
Operating income (GAAP) $97.6 $70.5 38%
Operating margin (GAAP) 1.16% 0.82% 34 bps
 
Operating income (Non-GAAP) $124.8 $124.1 1%
Operating margin (Non-GAAP) 1.48% 1.45% 3 bps
 
Net income (GAAP) $55.4 $33.7 64%
Net income (Non-GAAP) $75.9 $70.8 7%
 
EPS – diluted (GAAP) $1.49 $0.87 71%
EPS – diluted (Non-GAAP)   $2.04   $1.84   11%

A reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures is presented in
the financial tables of this press release.
This information is
also available on the Investor Relations section of Tech Data’s website
at www.techdata.com/investor.

“We are pleased to report a solid start to Tech Data’s fiscal year 20.
In Q1 we delivered double-digit earnings per share growth, generated
positive cash flow and earned an industry-leading return on invested
capital – all while making good progress on our strategy and continuing
to invest for the future. Our worldwide teams executed well in the
quarter, despite market uncertainty,” said Rich Hume, chief executive
officer. “Looking ahead, although IT market growth has slowed somewhat
from the year-ago levels, demand continues to be solid, and we remain
positive on the overall IT spending outlook.”

Regional Financial Highlights for the First Quarter Ended April 30,
2019:

    First quarter ended April 30,
($ in millions)   2019   2018  

Y/Y
Change

AMERICAS

     
Net Sales $3,789.2 $3,618.2 5%
% of WW net sales 45% 42%
 
Operating income (GAAP) $68.6 $61.3 12%
% of net sales 1.81% 1.70% 11 bps
 
Operating income (Non-GAAP) $84.7 $85.9 -1%
% of net sales   2.24%   2.38%   -14 bps

EUROPE

Net Sales $4,309.5 $4,661.7 -8%
% of WW net sales 51% 55%
 
Operating income (GAAP) $36.4 $17.3 110%
% of net sales 0.85% 0.37% 48 bps
 
Operating income (Non-GAAP) $45.6 $43.6 4%
% of net sales   1.06%   0.94%   12 bps

ASIA PACIFIC

Net Sales $307.7 $268.4 15%
% of WW net sales 4% 3%
 
Operating income (loss) (GAAP) $0.9 ($0.6) NM
% of net sales 0.28% -0.21% 49 bps
 
Operating income (Non-GAAP) $2.8 $1.1 161%
% of net sales   0.91%   0.40%   51 bps

Note: NM = not meaningful, WW = worldwide
Stock-based compensation
expense was $8.3 million, an increase of $0.7 million, compared to the
prior-year quarter. These expenses are excluded from the regional
operating results and presented as a separate line item in the company’s
segment reporting (see the GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliation in the
financial tables of this press release).

  • Net sales were $8.4 billion, a decrease of 2 percent compared to the
    prior-year quarter. On a constant currency basis, net sales increased
    3 percent.

    • Americas: Net sales were $3.8 billion, an increase of 5 percent
      compared to the prior-year quarter. On a constant currency basis,
      net sales increased 6 percent.
    • Europe: Net sales were $4.3 billion, a decrease of 8 percent
      compared to the prior-year quarter. On a constant currency basis,
      net sales increased 1 percent.
    • Asia Pacific: Net sales were $0.3 billion, an increase of 15
      percent compared to the prior-year quarter. On a constant currency
      basis, net sales increased 19 percent.
  • Net cash generated by operations during the quarter was $63 million.
  • Return on invested capital for the trailing twelve months was 13
    percent, compared to 4 percent in the prior year. Adjusted return on
    invested capital for the trailing twelve months was 14 percent,
    compared to 11 percent in the prior year.

“During Q1, we generated $63 million in cash from operations, returned
$36 million to our shareholders through share repurchases, and for the
trailing twelve-month period, earned an adjusted return on invested
capital of 14 percent. In addition, we recently improved our liquidity
profile to enhance our financial strength and flexibility – all of which
reflect our disciplined approach to optimizing our business and
commitment to creating shareholder value,” said Chuck Dannewitz,
executive vice president, chief financial officer.

Business Outlook

  • For the quarter ending July 31, 2019, the Company anticipates:

    • Worldwide net sales to be in the range of $8.6 billion to $8.9
      billion
    • EPS to be in the range of $1.53 to $1.83 and non-GAAP EPS to be in
      the range of $2.15 to $2.45
    • An effective tax rate in the range of 24 percent to 26 percent
  • This guidance assumes an average U.S. dollar to euro exchange rate of
    $1.12 to €1.00 which compares to $1.17 to €1.00 in the year-ago period.

Webcast Details

Tech Data will hold a conference call today at 9:00 a.m. (ET) to discuss
its financial results for the first quarter ended April 30, 2019. A
webcast of the call, including supplemental schedules, will be available
to all interested parties and can be obtained at www.techdata.com/investor.
The webcast will be available for replay for three months.

Non-GAAP Financial Information

The non-GAAP financial information contained in this release is included
with the intention of providing investors a more complete understanding
of the Company’s operational results and trends, but should only be used
in conjunction with results reported in accordance with Generally
Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”). Certain non-GAAP measures
presented in this release or other releases, presentations and similar
documents issued by the Company include sales, income or expense items
as adjusted for the impact of changes in foreign currencies (referred to
as “constant currency”), non-GAAP operating income, non-GAAP operating
margin, non-GAAP net income, non-GAAP earnings per diluted share and
Adjusted Return on Invested Capital. Certain non-GAAP measures also
exclude acquisition-related intangible assets amortization expense,
benefits associated with legal settlements, acquisition, integration and
restructuring expenses, value-added tax assessments and related interest
expense, tax indemnifications and changes in deferred tax valuation
allowances. A detailed reconciliation of the adjustments between results
calculated using GAAP and non-GAAP in this release is contained in the
attached financial schedules. This information can also be obtained from
the Company’s Investor Relations website at www.techdata.com/investor.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this communication may contain “forward-looking
statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995. These statements, including statements regarding
Tech Data’s plans, objectives, expectations and intentions, Tech Data’s
financial results and estimates and/or business prospects, involve a
number of risks and uncertainties and actual results could differ
materially from those projected. These forward looking statements are
based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts, and projections
about the operating environment, economies and markets in which Tech
Data operates and the beliefs and assumptions of our management. Words
such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “targets,” “goals,” “projects,”
“intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” variations of such
words, and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward
looking statements. In addition, any statements that refer to
projections of Tech Data’s future financial performance, our anticipated
growth and trends in our businesses, and other characterizations of
future events or circumstances, are forward looking statements. These
forward looking statements are only predictions and are subject to
risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Therefore, actual results may
differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward
looking statements.

For additional information with respect to risks and other factors which
could occur, see Tech Data’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year
ended January 31, 2019, including Part I, Item 1A, “Risk Factors”
therein, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K and
other securities filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission
(the “SEC”) that are available at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov
and other securities regulators. Readers are cautioned not to place
undue reliance upon any such forward-looking statements, which speak
only as of the date made. Many of these factors are beyond Tech Data’s
control. Unless otherwise required by applicable securities laws, Tech
Data disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any
forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information,
future events or otherwise. Tech Data undertakes no duty to update any
forward looking statements contained herein to reflect actual results or
changes in Tech Data’s expectations.

About Tech Data

Tech Data connects the world with the power of technology. Our
end-to-end portfolio of products, services and solutions, highly
specialized skills, and expertise in next-generation technologies enable
channel partners to bring to market the products and solutions the world
needs to connect, grow and advance. Tech Data is ranked No. 88 on the
Fortune 500® and has been named one of Fortune’s “World’s
Most Admired Companies” for 10 straight years. To find out more, visit www.techdata.com or
follow us on TwitterLinkedIn,
and Facebook.

TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
(In thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
 
Three months ended April 30,
2019   2018
Net sales $ 8,406,424 $ 8,548,319
Cost of products sold   7,897,045   8,025,202
Gross profit 509,379 523,117
Operating expenses:
Selling, general and administrative expenses 405,816 422,361
Acquisition, integration, and restructuring expenses 6,221 33,225
Legal settlements and other, net   (282)   (2,965)
  411,755   452,621
Operating income 97,624 70,496
Interest expense 26,257 25,922
Other (income) expense, net   (693)   1,917
Income before income taxes 72,060 42,657
Provision for income taxes   16,660   8,958
Net income $ 55,400 $ 33,699
 
Earnings per share:
Basic $ 1.50 $ 0.88
Diluted $ 1.49 $ 0.87
Weighted average common shares outstanding:
Basic   37,011   38,281
Diluted   37,247   38,561
TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET
(In thousands, except par value and share amounts)
(Unaudited)
   
April 30, January 31,
2019 2019
ASSETS    
 
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 797,500 $ 799,123
Accounts receivable, net 5,423,370 6,241,740
Inventories 3,260,840 3,297,385
Prepaid expenses and other assets   367,858   354,601
Total current assets 9,849,568 10,692,849
Property and equipment, net 271,906 274,917
Goodwill 887,175 892,990
Intangible assets, net 924,338 950,858
Other assets, net   378,762   174,938
Total assets $ 12,311,749 $ 12,986,552
 
 
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable $ 6,715,555 $ 7,496,466
Accrued expenses and other liabilities 984,366 1,000,126
Revolving credit loans and current maturities of long-term debt, net   123,092   110,368
Total current liabilities 7,823,013 8,606,960
Long-term debt, less current maturities 1,297,943 1,300,554
Other long-term liabilities   274,887   142,315
Total liabilities $ 9,395,843 $ 10,049,829
 
Shareholders’ equity:
Common stock, par value $0.0015; 200,000,000 shares authorized;
59,245,585
$ 89 $ 89
shares issued at April 30, 2019 and January 31, 2019
Additional paid-in capital 836,508 844,206
Treasury stock, at cost (22,483,529 and 22,305,464 shares at April
30, 2019
and January 31, 2019) (1,065,657) (1,037,872)
Retained earnings 3,141,914 3,086,514
Accumulated other comprehensive income   3,052   43,786
Total shareholders’ equity   2,915,906   2,936,723
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $ 12,311,749 $ 12,986,552
TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
(In thousands)
(Unaudited)
 
Three months ended April 30,
2019   2018
Cash flows from operating activities:  
Cash received from customers $ 11,913,347 $ 11,514,374
Cash paid to vendors and employees (11,800,318 ) (12,038,399 )
Interest paid, net (35,101 ) (33,763 )
Income taxes paid (14,739 ) (8,830 )
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 63,189   (566,618 )
Cash flows from investing activities:
Expenditures for property and equipment (7,745 ) (4,894 )
Software and software development costs (7,534 ) (3,561 )
Other (548 ) (267 )
Net cash used in investing activities (15,827 ) (8,722 )
Cash flows from financing activities:
Principal payments on long-term debt (5,224 ) (2,899 )
Cash paid for debt issuance costs (1,028 )
Net borrowings (repayments) on revolving credit loans 14,227 (13,291 )
Payments for employee tax withholdings on equity awards (8,602 ) (6,255 )
Proceeds from the reissuance of treasury stock 495 442
Repurchases of common stock (35,681 )  

Net cash used in financing activities

(35,813 ) (22,003 )
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents (13,172 ) (12,708 )
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents (1,623 ) (610,051 )
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year 799,123   955,628  
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 797,500   $ 345,577  
Reconciliation of net income to net cash provided by operating
activities:
Net income $ 55,400 $ 33,699
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used
in) operating activities:

Depreciation and amortization

37,257 40,481
Provision for losses on accounts receivable 1,765 924
Stock-based compensation expense 8,305 7,587
Accretion of debt discount and debt issuance costs 378 378
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable 751,836 670,528
Inventories 2,450 (7,387 )
Prepaid expenses and other assets 2,245 (30,344 )
Accounts payable (706,381 ) (1,132,019 )
Accrued expenses and other liabilities (90,066 ) (150,465 )
Total adjustments 7,789   (600,317 )
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities $ 63,189   $ (566,618 )
TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
GAAP TO NON-GAAP RECONCILIATION
(In thousands)
     
Three months ended April 30, 2019
Americas (1) Europe (1)   Asia Pacific (1)  

Stock
Compensation
Expense

Consolidated
Net Sales $ 3,789,198 $ 4,309,500 $ 307,726   $ 8,406,424
Operating income (GAAP) (1) $ 68,633 $ 36,420 $ 876 $ (8,305) $ 97,624
Acquisition, integration and restructuring expenses 2,911 3,024 286 6,221
Legal settlements and other, net (282) (282)
Tax indemnifications 320 320
Acquisition-related intangible assets amortization expense 13,440 6,115 1,324   20,879
Total non-GAAP operating income adjustments $ 16,069 $ 9,139 $ 1,930 $ – $ 27,138
Operating income (non-GAAP) $ 84,702 $ 45,559 $ 2,806 $ (8,305) $ 124,762
Operating margin (GAAP) 1.81% 0.85% 0.28% 1.16%
Operating margin (non-GAAP) 2.24% 1.06% 0.91% 1.48%
 
(1) GAAP operating income does not include stock
compensation expense at the regional level.
                 
Three months ended April 30, 2018
Americas (1) Europe (1) Asia Pacific (1)

Stock
Compensation
Expense

Consolidated
Net Sales $ 3,618,206 $ 4,661,702 $ 268,411   $ 8,548,319
Operating income (loss) (GAAP) (1) $ 61,342 $ 17,318 $ (577) $ (7,587) $ 70,496
Acquisition, integration and restructuring expenses 13,916 17,988 321 1,000 33,225
Legal settlements and other, net (2,965) (2,965)
Acquisition-related intangible assets amortization expense 13,643 8,329 1,332   23,304
Total non-GAAP operating income adjustments $ 24,594 $ 26,317 $ 1,653 $ 1,000 $ 53,564
Operating income (non-GAAP) $ 85,936 $ 43,635 $ 1,076 $ (6,587) $ 124,060
Operating margin (GAAP) 1.70% 0.37% -0.21% 0.82%
Operating margin (non-GAAP) 2.38% 0.94% 0.40% 1.45%
 
(1) GAAP operating income does not include stock
compensation expense at the regional level.
TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
GAAP TO NON-GAAP RECONCILIATION
(In thousands)
 
Selling, general and administrative expenses (“SG&A”) Three months ended April 30,
2019   2018
Net Sales $ 8,406,424 $ 8,548,319
SG&A Expenses (GAAP) $ 405,816 $ 422,361
Tax indemnifications (320)
Acquisition-related intangible assets amortization expense   (20,879)   (23,304)
SG&A Expenses (non-GAAP) $ 384,617 $ 399,057
 
SG&A Expenses (GAAP) % 4.83% 4.94%
SG&A Expenses (non-GAAP) % 4.58% 4.67%
  Three months ended April 30,
2019       2018    
Net Income   Diluted EPS Net Income   Diluted EPS
GAAP Results $55,400 $1.49 $33,699 $0.87
Acquisition, integration and restructuring expenses 6,221 0.17 33,225 0.86
Legal settlements and other, net (282) (0.01) (2,965) (0.08)
Value added tax assessments and related interest expense (928) (0.02)
Tax indemnifications 320 0.01
Acquisition-related intangible assets amortization expense 20,879 0.56 23,304 0.61
Income tax effect of tax indemnifications (320) (0.01)
Income tax effect of other adjustments above (6,321) (0.17) (12,908) (0.33)
Change in deferred tax valuation allowances (2,600) (0.07)
           
Non-GAAP Results $75,897   $2.04 $70,827   $1.84

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

 
 
Twelve months ended April 30,
TTM Net Operating Profit After Tax (NOPAT)*: 2019   2018
Operating income $ 520,930 $ 405,497
Income taxes on operating income (1)   (52,272)   (242,229)
NOPAT $ 468,658 $ 163,268
 
Average Invested Capital:
Short-term debt (5-qtr end average) $ 115,018 $ 262,413
Long-term debt (5-qtr end average) 1,361,506 1,683,828
Shareholders’ Equity (5-qtr end average)   2,881,968   2,745,501
Total average capital 4,358,492 4,691,742
Less: Cash (5-qtr end average)   (676,308)   (751,732)
Average invested capital less average cash $ 3,682,184 $ 3,940,010
ROIC 13% 4%
 
* Trailing Twelve Months is abbreviated as TTM.
(1) Income taxes on operating income was calculated using
the trailing twelve months effective tax rate.

Adjusted Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

Twelve months ended April 30,
TTM Net Operating Profit After Tax (NOPAT), as adjusted*: 2019   2018
Non-GAAP operating income (1) $ 708,588 $ 603,559
Income taxes on non-GAAP operating income (2) (179,283) (178,518)
NOPAT, as adjusted $ 529,305 $ 425,041
 
Average Invested Capital, as adjusted:
Short-term debt (5-qtr end average) $ 115,018 $ 262,413
Long-term debt (5-qtr end average) 1,361,506 1,683,828
Shareholders’ Equity (5-qtr end average) 2,881,968 2,745,501
Tax effected impact of non-GAAP adjustments (3) 44,860 95,713
Total average capital, as adjusted 4,403,352 4,787,455
Less: Cash (5-qtr end average) (676,308) (751,732)
Average invested capital less average cash $ 3,727,044 $ 4,035,723
Adjusted ROIC 14% 11%
*   Trailing Twelve Months is abbreviated as TTM.

(1)

Represents operating income as adjusted to exclude acquisition,
integration and restructuring expenses, legal settlements and other,
net, gain on disposal of subsidiary, value added tax assessments,
acquisition-related intangible assets amortization expense, goodwill
impairment and tax indemnifications.

(2)

Income taxes on non-GAAP operating income was calculated using the
trailing twelve months effective tax rate adjusted for the impact of
non-GAAP adjustments during the respective periods.

(3)

Represents the 5 quarter average of the year-to-date impact of
non-GAAP adjustments.

Guidance Reconciliation

 
 
Three months ending July 31, 2019

Low end of
guidance range

High end of
guidance range

Earnings per share – diluted $1.53 $1.83
Acquisition, integration and restructuring expenses 0.59 0.59
Acquisition-related amortization of intangibles 0.24 0.24
Income tax effect of the above adjustments (0.21) (0.21)
Non-GAAP earnings per share – diluted $2.15 $2.45

Contacts

Investor Contact
Tania Almond
Investor Relations
Director
+1 727.538.7064
[email protected]

Media Contact
Bobby Eagle
Director, External
Communications
+1 727.538.5864
[email protected]


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IM Cannabis Reports 2023 Financial Results

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TORONTO and GLIL YAM, Israel, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — IM Cannabis Corp. (the “Company” or “IMC“) (NASDAQ: IMCC) (CSE: IMCC), an international medical cannabis company, announced its financial and operational results for the year ended December 31, 2023, the highlights of which are included in this news release. All figures are reported in Canadian dollars. The Company’s full set of consolidated audited financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 (the “Annual Financial Statements“) and accompanying management’s discussion and analysis (the “Annual MD&A“) can be accessed by visiting the Company’s website at https://investors.imcannabis.com/, and its profile pages on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca, and EDGAR at http://www.sec.gov/edgar.

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE THREE MONTHS AND YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2023

  • Revenue decreased to $48.8 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 (compared to $53.3 in 2022), representing a decrease of 10%.
    • Primarily due to negative currency fluctuations and the impact of the Israel-Hamas war on the Company’s operations.
  • Revenue decreased to $10.7 million for the three months ended December 31, 2023 (compared to $14.5 million in 2022), representing a decrease of 26%.
    • Primarily due to the interruption on the Company’s supply chain caused by the Israel-Hamas war and the Company discounting certain outstanding inventory at lower prices.
  • Gross profit increased to $9.8 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 (compared to $9.2 million in 2022), representing an increase of 7.5%
  • Gross profit decreased to $0.8 million for the three months ended December 31, 2023 (compared to $2.6 million in 2022), representing a decrease of 68%
    • Primarily due to the interruption on the Company’s supply chain caused by the Israel-Hamas war and the Company discounting certain outstanding inventory at lower prices.
    • The Company’s fair value adjustment was approximately $1 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 (compared to $2.1 million in 2022).
  • G&A expenses decreased to $11 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 (compared to $21.5 million in 2022), representing an decrease of 49%
  • G&A expenses decreased to $3.3 million for the three months ended December 31, 2023 (compared to $9.8 million in 2022), representing a decrease of 66%
    • Primarily due to the impairment on Y2022 and restructuring and HC adjustments in 2023.
  • Selling and marketing expenses decreased to $10.8 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 (compared to $11.5 million in 2022), representing an decrease of 6%
  • Selling and marketing expenses decreased to $2.8 million for the three months ended December 31, 2023 (compared to $3.1 million in 2022), representing a decrease of 10%
    • Primarily due to a decrease in share based compensation payments and a restructuring of the Company’s personnel.
  • Net Loss from continuing operations for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 was $10.2 million, as compared to $24.9 million in 2022.
  • Net Loss from continuing operations for the three months ended December 31, 2023 was $3.5 million, as compared to a Net Loss of $9.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Diluted Loss per Share for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 was $0.74, compared to a loss of $3.81 per Share in 2022.
  • Diluted Loss per Share for the three months ended December 31, 2023  was $(0.25), compared to a basic loss of $)2.94( per share and a diluted loss of $)3.55( per share in for the three months ended December 31, 2022.
  • Cash and Cash Equivalents as of December 31, 2023, was $1.8 million, compared to $2.4 million as of December 31, 2022. 
  • Total assets were $48.8 million as of December 31, 2023, compared to $60.7 million as of December 31, 2022, representing a decrease of 20%.
    • Primarily attributed to an inventory reduction of about $6.6 million, a reduction in other current assets of $1.8 million and a reduction of non-current assets of about $3.5 million
  • Total Liabilities were $35.1 million as of December 31, 2023, compared to $36.9 as of December 31, 2022, representing a decrease of about 5%. 
    • Primarily attributed to a reduction in trade payables of $6.1 million.
  • Operating expenses decreased to $22.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 (compared to $40 million in 2022), representing a decrease of 43%
  • Operating expenses decreased to $6 million for the three months ended December 31, 2023 (compared to $13.3 million in 2022), representing a decrease of 55%
  • Adjusted EBITDA1 decreased to $8 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, (compared to $11.5 in 2022), representing a decrease of 30%
  • Total Dried Flower sold in 2023 was approximately 8,609 kg with an average selling price of $5.14 per gram (compared to approximately 6,794kg, with an average selling price of $7.12 per gram in 2022).
    • Primarily due to increased competition within the retail segment and the Company discounting certain outstanding inventory at lower prices.
  • Total Dried Flower sold in the fourth quarter of 2023 was about 2,082kg with an average selling price of $4.52 per gram (compared to about 2,334kg with an average selling price of $5.19 per gram in 2022).
    • Primarily due to increased competition within the retail segment and the Company discounting certain outstanding inventory at lower prices.

The Annual Financial Statements include a note regarding the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. The Annual Financial Statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of assets or liabilities that might be necessary should the Company be unable to continue as a going concern. For more information, please refer to the “Liquidity and Capital Resources” and “Risk Factors” sections in the 2023 Annual MD&A.

Management Commentary

“IMC Germany delivered accelerated growth in 2023, growing 181% from $252K in 2022 to $709K in 2023. During this time, IMC Germany was #1 in sales per stock keeping unit and posted the highest growth against its competitors in the German market.2 With the regulatory rescheduling of cannabis in Germany set to occur effective April 1st, the Company hopes to continue its growth in the market as the market evolves,” said Oren Shuster, Chief Executive Officer of IMC. “In addition, as we are constantly looking for opportunities to maximize shareholder value, we are hopeful that our potential reverse merger with Israel-based Kadimastem Ltd., a clinical cell therapy public company traded on the Tel Aviv stock exchange under the symbol (TASE: KDST) will proceed as expected, which we believe will create significant value for the shareholders.”

“As previously warned and as expected, unfortunately, the Israel-Hamas war had a negative impact on our fourth quarter 2023 results, which weighed on our full year results. Due to the ongoing conflict, there was a 6% decrease in our yearly revenue. Coupled with our fourth quarter of 2023 inventory reduction, the war caused our fourth quarter gross profit to decrease by 68% as compared to the fourth quarter of 2022. However, our gross profit for 2023 increased by 7.5% to $9.8 million as compared to last year,” said Uri Birenberg, Chief Financial Officer of IMC. “Partially offsetting these declines, we were able to reduce our operating costs in the fourth quarter of 2023 by 55% as compared to the fourth quarter of 2022, ending the year with a 43% reduction in our operating costs as compared to last year, as we leaned further into our goal of active cost management.”

Conference Call 

The Company will host a Zoom web conference call today at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results, followed by a question-and-answer session for the investment community. Investors are invited to register by clicking here. All relevant information will be sent upon registration.

If you are unable to join us live, a recording of the call will be available on our website at https://investors.imcannabis.com/ within 24 hours after the call.

Non-IFRS Measures

This press release makes reference to “Gross Margin” and “Adjusted EBITDA”, which are financial measures that are not recognized measures under IFRS and do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS and are therefore unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. These measures are provided as complementary information to the Company’s IFRS measures by providing further understanding of our results of operations from management’s perspective. Accordingly, these measures should neither be considered in isolation nor as a substitute for analysis of our financial information reported under IFRS.

For an explanation of how management defines Gross Margin and Adjusted EBITDA, see the 2023 MD&A.

We reconcile these non-IFRS financial measures to the most comparable IFRS measures as set out below:

About IM Cannabis Corp.

IM Cannabis Corp. (Nasdaq: IMCC) (CSE: IMCC) is an international cannabis company that provides premium cannabis products to medical patients in Israel and Germany, two of the largest medical cannabis markets. The Company has exited operations in Canada to pivot its focus and resources to achieve sustainable and profitable growth in its highest value markets, Israel and Germany. The Company leverages a transnational ecosystem powered by a unique data-driven approach and a globally sourced product supply chain. With an unwavering commitment to responsible growth and compliance with the strictest regulatory environments, the Company strives to amplify its commercial and brand power to become a global high-quality cannabis player.

The IMC ecosystem operates in Israel through its commercial relationship with Focus Medical Herbs Ltd., which imports and distributes cannabis to medical patients, leveraging years of proprietary data and patient insights. The Company also operates medical cannabis retail pharmacies, online platforms and logistical hubs in Israel that enable the safe delivery and quality control of IMC products throughout the entire value chain. In Germany, the IMC ecosystem operates through Adjupharm GmbH, where it distributes cannabis to pharmacies for medical cannabis patients. Until recently, the Company also actively operated in Canada through Trichome Financial Corp and its wholly owned subsidiaries, where it cultivated, processed, packaged, and sold premium and ultra-premium cannabis at its own facilities under the WAGNERS and Highland Grow brands for the adult-use market in Canada. The Company has exited operations in Canada and considers these operations as discontinued.

Disclaimer for Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking information or forward-looking statements under applicable Canadian and United States securities laws (collectively, “forward-looking statements“). All information that addresses activities or developments that we expect to occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “seek”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “likely” and “intend” and statements that an event or result “may”, “will”, “should”, “could” or “might” occur or be achieved and other similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are based on the estimates and opinions of management on the date the statements are made. In the press release, such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to: the Company leaving the Canadian cannabis market to pivot its focus and resources to achieve sustainable and profitable growth in its highest value markets, Israel and Germany; the impact of the Israel-Hamas war on the Company, including its operations and the medical cannabis industry in Israel; the timing and impact of the partial legalization of medicinal cannabis in Germany, including, the Company having it “all in house”, the Company being positioned to take advantage of the partial legalization, the Company’s growth in 2024, the market growth for medicinal cannabis in Germany, and the stated benefits of the Company’s EU-GMP processing facility and an EU-GDP logistics center; the Company to host a teleconference meeting as stated; and the Company’s stated goals, scope, and nature of operations in Germany, Israel, and other jurisdictions the Company may operate.

Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions that may prove to be incorrect, including but not limited to: the Company’s ability to focus and resources to achieve sustainable and profitable growth in its highest value markets; the Company’s ability to mitigate the impact of the Israel-Hamas war on the Company; the Company’s ability to take advantage of the partial legalization of medicinal cannabis in Germany; the Company’s ability to host a teleconference meeting as stated; and the Company’s ability to carry out its stated goals, scope, and nature of operations in Germany, Israel, and other jurisdictions the Company may operate.

The above lists of forward-looking statements and assumptions are not exhaustive. Since forward-looking statements address future events and conditions, by their very nature they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those currently anticipated or implied by such forward-looking statements due to a number of factors and risks. These include:  the failure of the Company to comply with applicable regulatory requirements in a highly regulated industry; unexpected changes in governmental policies and regulations in the jurisdictions in which the Company operates; the Company’s ability to continue to meet the listing requirements of the Canadian Securities Exchange and the NASDAQ Capital Market; any unexpected failure to maintain in good standing or renew its licenses; the ability of the Company and Focus Medical (collectively, the “Group“) to deliver on their sales commitments or growth objectives; the reliance of the Group on third-party supply agreements to provide sufficient quantities of medical cannabis to fulfil the Group’s obligations; the Group’s possible exposure to liability, the perceived level of risk related thereto, and the anticipated results of any litigation or other similar disputes or legal proceedings involving the Group; the impact of increasing competition; any lack of merger and acquisition opportunities; adverse market conditions; the inherent uncertainty of production quantities, qualities and cost estimates and the potential for unexpected costs and expenses; risks of product liability and other safety-related liability from the usage of the Group’s cannabis products; supply chain constraints; reliance on key personnel; the risk of defaulting on existing debt; risks surrounding war, conflict and civil unrest in Eastern Europe and the Middle East, including the impact of the Israel-Hamas war on the Company, its operations and the medical cannabis industry in Israel; risks associated with the Company focusing on the Israel and Germany markets; the inability of the Company to achieve sustainable profitability and/or increase shareholder value; the inability of the Company to actively manage costs and/or improve margins; the inability of the company to grow and/or maintain sales; the inability of the Company to meet its goals and/or strategic plans; the inability of the Company to reduce costs and/or maintain revenues; the Company’s inability to take advantage of the partial legalization of medicinal cannabis in Germany; and the Company’s inability to host a teleconference meeting as stated.

Please see the other risks, uncertainties and factors set out under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s annual report dated March 28, 2024, which is available on the Company’s issuer profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and Edgar at www.sec.gov/edgar. Any forward-looking statement included in this press release is made as of the date of this press release and is based on the beliefs, estimates, expectations and opinions of management on the date such forward looking information is made. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements except as required by applicable securities laws. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.

1 Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (“EBITDA“) and Adjusted EBITDA. These measures do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS“) and are therefore unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers. Non-IFRS measures provide investors with a supplemental measure of the Company’s operating performance and therefore highlight trends in Company’s core business that may not otherwise be apparent when relying solely on IFRS measures. Management uses non-IFRS measures in measuring the financial performance of the Company.

2 Based on reporting by Insight Health’s as of December 31, 2023.

 

Company Contact: 

Anna Taranko, Director Investor & Public Relations
IM Cannabis Corp.
+49 157 80554338
[email protected]

Oren Shuster, CEO
IM Cannabis Corp.
+972-77-3603504
[email protected]

 

 

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION

Canadian Dollars in thousands

December 31,

Note

2023

2022

ASSETS

CURRENT ASSETS:

Cash and cash equivalents

$    1,813

$        2,449

Trade receivables

6

7,651

8,684

Advances to suppliers

936

1,631

Other accounts receivable

7

3,889

3,323

Inventory

9

9,976

16,585

24,265

32,672

NON-CURRENT ASSETS:

Property, plant and equipment, net

10

5,058

5,221

Investments in affiliates

15c

2,285

2,410

Right-of-use assets, net

12

1,307

1,929

Deferred tax assets, net

17

763

Intangible assets, net

11

5,803

7,910

Goodwill

11

10,095

9,771

24,548

28,004

Total assets

$       48,813

$       60,676

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

 

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION

Canadian Dollars in thousands

December 31,

Note

2023

2022

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

CURRENT LIABILITIES:

Trade payables

14

$        9,223

$       15,312

Credit from banks and others

13

12,119

9,246

Other accounts payable and accrued expenses

15

6,218

6,013

Accrued purchase consideration liabilities

5

2,097

2,434

PUT Option liability

2,697

Current maturities of operating lease liabilities

12

454

814

32,808

33,819

NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES:

Warrants measured at fair value

17

38

8

Operating lease liabilities

12

815

1,075

Credit from banks and others

394

399

Employee benefit liabilities, net

16

95

246

Deferred tax liability, net

19

963

1,332

2,305

3,060

Total liabilities

35,113

36,879

EQUITY ATTRIBUTABLE TO EQUITY HOLDERS OF THE COMPANY:

20

Share capital and premium

253,882

245,776

Translation reserve

95

1,283

Reserve from share-based payment transactions

9,637

15,167

Accumulated deficit

(249,145)

(239,574)

Total equity attributable to shareholders of the Company

14,469

22,652

Non-controlling interests

(769)

1,145

Total equity

13,700

23,797

Total equity and liabilities

$       48,813

$       60,676

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

 

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF PROFIT OR LOSS

AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

Canadian Dollars in thousands

Year ended December 31,

Note

2023

2022

 *) 2021

Revenues

21

$       48,804

$       54,335

$       34,053

Cost of revenues

21

37,974

43,044

25,458

Gross profit before fair value adjustments

10,830

11,291

8,595

Fair value adjustments:

Unrealized change in fair value of biological assets

(315)

6,308

Realized fair value adjustments on inventory sold in the year

(984)

(1,814)

(8,570)

Total fair value adjustments

(984)

(2,129)

(2,262)

Gross profit after fair value adjustments

9,846

9,162

6,333

General and administrative expenses

21

11,008

21,460

17,221

Selling and marketing expenses

21

10,788

11,473

6,725

Restructuring expenses

1

617

4,383

Share-based compensation

20

225

2,637

5,422

Total operating expenses

22,638

39,953

29,368

Operating loss

(12,792)

(30,791)

(23,035)

Finance income

7,006

6,703

23,544

Finance expenses

(3,671)

(1,972)

(673)

Finance income (expense), net

3,335

4,731

22,871

Loss before income taxes

(9,457)

(26,060)

(164)

Income tax expense (benefit)

18

771

(1,138)

500

Net loss from continuing operations

(10,228)

(24,922)

(664)

Net loss from discontinued operations, net of tax

25

(166,379)

(17,854)

Net loss

(10,228)

(191,301)

(18,518)

*)       Reclassified in respect of discontinued operations – see Note 25.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

 

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF PROFIT OR LOSS

AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

Canadian Dollars in thousands, except per share data

Year ended December 31,

Note

2023

2022

 *) 2021

Other comprehensive income that will not be reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods:

Remeasurement gain on defined benefit plans

38

59

21

Exchange differences on translation to presentation currency

(894)

(1,238)

858

Total other comprehensive income that will not be reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods

(856)

(1,179)

879

Other comprehensive income that will be reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods:

Adjustments arising from translating financial statements of foreign operation

231

(246)

530

Total other comprehensive income (loss)

(625)

(1,425)

1,409

Total comprehensive loss

$     (10,853)

$    (192,726)

$      (17,109)

Net loss attributable to:

Equity holders of the Company

$      (9,498)

$    (188,890)

$      (17,763)

Non-controlling interests

(730)

(2,411)

(755)

$       (10,228)

$    (191,301)

$      (18,518)

Total comprehensive loss attributable to:

Equity holders of the Company 

$        (10,648)

$    (190,162)

$      (16,357)

Non-controlling interests 

$        (205)

(2,564)

(752)

$        (10,853)

$    (192,726)

$     (17,109)

Earnings (loss) per share attributable to equity holders of the Company from continuing operations:

22

Basic earnings (loss) per share (in CAD)

$              (0.74)

$          (3.13)

$            0.02

Diluted loss per share (in CAD)

$              (0.74)

$          (3.81)

$           (3.62)

Loss per share attributable to equity holders of the Company from discontinued operations:

Basic and diluted loss per share (in CAD)

$        (23.17)

$          (3.08)

Loss per share attributable to equity holders of the Company from net loss:

Basic earnings (loss) per share (in CAD)

$              (0.74)

$        (26.3)

$          (3.06)

Diluted loss per share (in CAD)

$              (0.74)

$        (26.98)

$          (6.7)

*)       Reclassified in respect of discontinued operations – see Note 25.

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

 

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

Canadian Dollars in thousands

Share capital and premium

Treasury Stock

Reserve from share-based payment transactions

Translation reserve

Accumulated deficit

Total

Non-controlling interests

Total
equity

Balance as of January 1, 2021

$     37,040

$              –

$       5,829

$       1,229

$   (33,001)

$     11,097

$       1,513

$     12,610

Net loss

(17,763)

(17,763)

(755)

(18,518)

Total other comprehensive income

1,385

21

1,406

3

1,409

Total comprehensive income (loss)

1,385

(17,742)

(16,357)

(752)

(17,109)

Issuance of common shares, net of issuance costs of $3,800

195,259

195,259

2,948

198,207

Purchase of treasury common shares

(660)

(660)

(660)

Exercise of warrants and compensation options

4,293

4,293

4,293

Exercise of options

1,053

(920)

133

133

Share-based compensation

7,471

7,471

7,471

Expired options

32

(32)

Balance as of December 31, 2021

237,677

(660)

12,348

2,614

(50,743)

201,236

3,709

204,945

Net loss

(188,890)

(188,890)

(2,411)

(191,301)

Total other comprehensive income (loss)

(1,331)

59

(1,272)

(153)

(1,425)

Total comprehensive loss

(1,331)

(188,831)

(190,162)

(2,564)

(192,726)

Issuance of treasury common shares

660

660

660

Issuance of shares, net of issuance costs of $178

6,818

6,818

6,818

Exercise of options

992

(659)

333

333

Share-based compensation

3,767

3,767

3,767

Expired options

289

(289)

Balance as of December 31, 2022

245,776

15,167

1,283

(239,574)

22,652

1,145

23,797

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

 

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

Canadian Dollars in thousands

Share capital
and
premium*)

Reserve from
share-based
payment
transactions

Translation
reserve

Accumulated
deficit

Total

Non-controlling interests

Total
equity

Balance as of December 31, 2022

245,776

15,167

1,283

(239,574)

22,652

1,145

23,797

Net loss

(9,498)

(9,498)

(730)

(10,228)

Total other comprehensive income (loss)

(1,188)

38

(1,150)

525

(625)

Total comprehensive loss

(1,188)

(9,460)

(10,648)

(205)

(10,853)

Issuance of treasury common shares

2,351

2,351

2,351

Issuance of shares, net of issuance costs of $178

Exercise of options

Other comprehensive income Classification

(111)

(111)

(1,709)

(1,820)

Share-based compensation

225

225

225

Expired options

5,755

(5,755)

Balance as of December 31, 2023

253,882

9,637

95

(249,145)

14,469

(769)

13,700

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

 

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

Canadian Dollars in thousands

Year ended December 31,

2023

2022

2021

Cash provided from operating activities:

Net loss

$     (10,228)

$ (191,301)

$   (18,518)

Adjustments for non-cash items:

Unrealized gain on changes in fair value of biological assets

(84)

(7,210)

Fair value adjustment on sale of inventory

984

4,342

8,796

Fair value adjustment on warrants, investments, and accounts receivable

(6,955)

(6,000)

(21,638)

Depreciation of property, plant and equipment

644

3,044

3,021

Amortization of intangible assets

1,758

2,343

1,158

Depreciation of right-of-use assets

594

1,944

1,550

Impairment of goodwill

107,854

275

Impairment of property, plant and equipment

2,277

Impairment of intangible assets

7,199

Impairment of right-of-use assets

1,914

Finance income, net

3,019

6,532

1,262

Deferred tax payments (benefit), net

394

(3,004)

278

Share-based payments

225

3,767

7,471

Share based acquisition costs related to business combination

807

Revaluation of other accounts receivable

3,982

Restructuring expenses

8,757

Loss from revaluation of investments

601

1,264

144,867

(4,230)

Changes in non-cash working capital:

Increase (decrease) in trade receivables, net

2,320

6,058

(6,602)

Increase (decrease) in other accounts receivable and advances to suppliers

1,299

3,622

845

Decrease in biological assets, net of fair value adjustments

565

6,412

Increase (decrease) in inventory, net of fair value adjustments

4,771

883

(19,707)

Increase (decrease) in trade payables

(6,098)

11,284

5,573

Changes in employee benefit liabilities, net

(139)

(63)

28

Increase in other accounts payable and accrued expenses

(750)

12,126

2,661

1,403

34,475

(10,790)

Taxes paid

(514)

(681)

(834)

Net cash used in operating activities

(8,075)

(12,640)

(34,372)

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.

 

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

Canadian Dollars in thousands

Year ended December 31,

2023

2022

2021

Cash flows from investing activities:

Purchase of property, plant and equipment

(581)

(1,562)

(4,578)

Proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment

210

Proceeds from loans receivable

350

7,796

Purchase of intangible assets

(17)

Acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired

(12,536)

Deconsolidation of subsidiary (see Note 25)

(406)

Investments in financial assets

(13)

Proceeds from sale of investment

319

Proceeds from (investment in) restricted deposits

17

Investments in associates

(601)

(125)

Net cash used in investing activities

(1,182)

(1,533)

(9,012)

Cash provided by financing activities:

Proceeds from issuance of share capital, net of issuance costs

1,688

3,756

28,131

Proceeds from issuance of warrants measured at fair value

6,585

11,222

Proceeds from exercise of warrants

3,682

Proceeds from exercise of options

333

133

Repayment of lease liability

(586)

(1,656)

(633)

Payment of lease liability interest

(63)

(1,429)

(1,347)

Proceeds from loans

5,482

9,636

7,804

Repayment of loans

(4,827)

(4,976)

Interest paid

(1,664)

(902)

(261)

Proceeds from discounted checks

2,802

Net cash provided by financing activities

9,417

4,762

48,731

Effect of foreign exchange on cash and cash equivalents

(796)

(2,043)

(329)

Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

(636)

(11,454)

5,018

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year

2,449

13,903

8,885

Cash and cash equivalents at end of year

$      1,813

$      2,449

$    13,903

Supplemental disclosure of non-cash activities:

Right-of-use asset recognized with corresponding lease liability

$         309

$         613

$      1,678

Conversion of warrant and compensation options into common shares

$                 –

$             –

$         611

Issuance of shares in payment of purchase consideration liability

$                 –

$      3,061

$             –

Issuance of shares in payment of debt settlement to a non-independent director of the company

$      1,061

$             –

$             –

 

 

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 FY 2023 Revenue of $172.4 Million; Income from Operations of $3.3 Million; Adjusted EBITDA of $53.4 Million or 31% of Revenue

 Generated $12.2 Million of Operating Cash Flow in FY 2023

DENVER, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Medicine Man Technologies, Inc., operating as Schwazze, (OTCQX: SHWZ) (Cboe: SHWZ) (“Schwazze” or the “Company”), today announced financial and operational results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.

“This past year, the Schwazze team delivered solid top-line growth in two highly competitive markets with 31% adjusted EBITDA margins and improved operating cash flow,” said Forrest Hoffmaster, Interim CEO of Schwazze. “We continued to sharpen our retail strategy while expanding our store footprint by more than 50% to 63 dispensaries across our two markets. Although the Colorado and New Mexico markets were pressured in 2023, we have built a solid foundation with best-in-class service for our patients and customers. Internally, we are also relentlessly focused on maximizing the operating efficiencies of our manufacturing and cultivation facilities to drive higher yields, improved flower quality, and greater output.”

“With strong demand and over 680 recreational retail stores at year-end, the competitive landscape in Colorado is fierce, underscoring the importance of our investments in and attention to elevating the customer experience. We significantly outpaced the market in Q4 on a sequential and year-over-year basis and expect to bolster our growth through improvements in customer acquisition, retention, and loyalty, as well as in the overall retail experience. Additionally, we are beginning to see wholesale pricing stabilize, which we anticipate will continue based on plant counts and ongoing retail pricing pressure.”

“In New Mexico, the proliferation of new licenses has led to increased competition and aggressive pricing strategies from certain players. Cannabis sales in the state were up 18% across a store base that was over 50% higher year-over-year in Q4, leading to lower average revenue per store. While we are beginning to see a slow-down in net new store openings, we anticipate a challenging market ahead. We remain focused on cost optimization and asset utilization while implementing a balanced pricing and promotional strategy to drive traffic into our stores, where we believe we excel in delivering an elevated retail experience. We are committed to fulfilling our promise of being the retailer of choice in New Mexico.”

“Looking ahead, we are optimistic about the regulatory momentum in the industry at large. In the meantime, we will continue to elevate the customer experience, improve our loyalty program, increase our cost efficiencies, and enhance our retail assets. Our team has a demonstrated track record of executing in competitive markets like Colorado and New Mexico where we remain one of the largest operators. We look forward to driving growth and profitability across each of our markets in 2024.”

Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Summary

$ in Thousands USD

Q4 2023

Q3 2023

Q4 2022

Total Revenue

$43,325

$46,747

$40,147

Gross Profit

$7,034

$21,438

$21,719

Adjusted Gross Profit[1]

$20,180

$21,438

$21,719

Operating Expenses

$23,276

$12,514

$24,224

Income (Loss) from Operations

$(16,242)

$8,924

$(2,505)

Adjusted EBITDA[2]

$10,953

$14,119

$13,285

Operating Cash Flow

$3,452

$6,946

$6,260

Full Year 2023 Financial Summary

$ in Thousands USD

FY 2023

FY 2022

Total Revenue

$172,448

$159,379

Gross Profit

$76,024

$80,289

Adjusted Gross Profit1

$89,170

$86,830

Operating Expenses

$72,735

$67,434

Income from Operations

$3,289

$12,855

Adjusted EBITDA2

$53,412

$52,010

Operating Cash Flow

$12,201

$6,694

___________________________

1  Adjusted Gross Profit is a non-GAAP measure as defined by the SEC and represents gross profit excluding non-cash inventory adjustments. The Company uses Adjusted Gross Profit as it believes it better explains the results of its core business. See “ADJUSTED GROSS PROFIT RECONCILIATION (NON-GAAP)” section herein for an explanation and reconciliations of non-GAAP measure used throughout this release.

2  Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure as defined by the SEC, and represents earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, adjusted for other income, non-cash share-based compensation, one-time transaction related expenses, or other non-operating costs. The Company uses Adjusted EBITDA as it believes it better explains the results of its core business. See “ADJUSTED EBITDA RECONCILIATION (NON-GAAP)” section herein for an explanation and reconciliations of non-GAAP measure used throughout this release.

Full Year 2023 Operational Highlights

  • Expanded the Company’s retail footprint by more than 50% in New Mexico and Colorado to 63 dispensaries.
  • Completed the acquisition of Everest Apothecary, adding 14 dispensaries, one cultivation facility, and one manufacturing plant to the Company’s New Mexico operations.
  • Acquired Standing Akimbo, the largest medical cannabis dispensary in Colorado, and opened the Company’s first medical dispensary in Colorado Springs under the Standing Akimbo banner.
  • Acquired two Colorado retail dispensaries in Fort Collins and Garden City from Smokey’s.
  • Unveiled an enhanced, custom ecommerce platform in New Mexico under the R. Greenleaf banner.
  • Increased wholesale penetration in Colorado and New Mexico by over 3x year-over-year to more than 27% total door penetration in both states.
  • Grew Lowell Farms pre-roll sales by over 250% in Colorado where it is now the #1 pre-roll in the state. In addition, Lowell is in six of the largest Colorado accounts and will be available for wholesale in New Mexico starting April 1st, 2024.
  • Grew sales with Wana, our fan-favorite gummies brand, by 48% in New Mexico where it is now in 130 doors with eight of the top ten accounts in the state.

Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Results

Total revenue in the fourth quarter of 2023 increased 8% to $43.3 million compared to $40.1 million for the same quarter last year. The increase was primarily due to growth from new stores compared to the prior year period and increased wholesale revenue, partially offset by pricing pressure from the proliferation of new licenses in New Mexico.

Gross profit for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $7.0 million or 16.2% of total revenue, compared to $21.7 million or 54.1% of total revenue for the same quarter last year. The decrease in gross margin was primarily driven by one-time, non-cash inventory adjustments of approximately $13.1 million comprised of $3.1 million of product consolidation, obsolescence, and shrinkage expenses, $4.3 million of net realizable value adjustments, and $5.8 million of fair value adjustments on acquired inventory in New Mexico in 2023. Adjusted gross profit, which excludes non-cash inventory adjustments, for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $20.2 million or 46.6% of revenue.

Operating expenses for the fourth quarter of 2023 were $23.3 million compared to $24.2 million for the same quarter last year. The decrease was primarily due to a lower impairment charge in the fourth quarter of 2023. This was partially offset by an increase in four-wall SG&A expenses associated with the 22 additional stores in Colorado and New Mexico that are still ramping, as well as greater salaries and stock-based compensation.

Loss from operations for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $16.2 million compared to $2.5 million in the same quarter last year. The decrease was driven by the aforementioned lower gross profit, primarily related to the non-cash inventory adjustment. Net loss was $33.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to $27.3 million for the same quarter last year.

Adjusted EBITDA for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $11.0 million or 25.3% of revenue, compared to $13.3 million or 33.1% of revenue for the same quarter last year. The decrease in Adjusted EBITDA margin was primarily driven by higher operating expenses associated with the 22 additional stores that are still ramping.

As of December 31, 2023, cash and cash equivalents were $19.2 million compared to $38.9 million on December 31, 2022. Total debt as of December 31, 2023, was $156.8 million compared to $127.8 million on December 31, 2022.

Conference Call

The Company will conduct a conference call today, March 27, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time to discuss its results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.

Schwazze management will host the conference call, followed by a question-and-answer period. Interested parties may submit questions to the Company prior to the call by emailing [email protected].

Date: Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m. Eastern time
Toll-free dial-in: (888) 664-6383
International dial-in: (416) 764-8650
Conference ID: 38840334
Webcast: SHWZ Q4 & FY 2023 Earnings Call

The conference call will also be broadcast live and available for replay on the investor relations section of the Company’s website at https://ir.schwazze.com.

Toll-free replay number: (888) 390-0541
International replay number: (416) 764-8677
Replay ID: 840334

If you have any difficulty registering or connecting with the conference call, please contact Elevate IR at (720) 330-2829.

About Schwazze

Schwazze (OTCQX: SHWZ) (Cboe: SHWZ) is building a premier vertically integrated regional cannabis company with assets in Colorado and New Mexico and will continue to explore taking its operating system to other states where it can develop a differentiated regional leadership position. Schwazze is the parent company of a portfolio of leading cannabis businesses and brands spanning seed to sale.

Schwazze is anchored by a high-performance culture that combines customer-centric thinking and data science to test, measure, and drive decisions and outcomes. The Company’s leadership team has deep expertise in retailing, wholesaling, and building consumer brands at Fortune 500 companies as well as in the cannabis sector.

Medicine Man Technologies, Inc. was Schwazze’s former operating trade name. The corporate entity continues to be named Medicine Man Technologies, Inc. Schwazze derives its name from the pruning technique of a cannabis plant to enhance plant structure and promote healthy growth. To learn more about Schwazze, visit https://schwazze.com/.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements include financial outlooks; any projections of net sales, earnings, or other financial items; any statements of the strategies, plans and objectives of our management team for future operations; expectations in connection with the Company’s previously announced business plans; any statements regarding future economic conditions or performance; and statements regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of our management team. Such statements may be preceded by the words “may,” “will,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “expect,” “intends,” “plans,” “strategy,” “prospects,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “approximately,” “estimate,” “predict,” “project,” “potential,” “continue,” “ongoing,” or the negative of these terms or other words of similar meaning in connection with a discussion of future events or future operating or financial performance, although the absence of these words does not necessarily mean that a statement is not forward-looking. We have based our forward-looking statements on management’s current expectations and assumptions about future events and trends affecting our business and industry. Although we do not make forward-looking statements unless we believe we have a reasonable basis for doing so, we cannot guarantee their accuracy. Therefore, forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future events or performance, are based on certain assumptions, and are subject to various known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company’s control and cannot be predicted or quantified. Consequently, actual events and results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, risks and uncertainties associated with (i) regulatory limitations on our products and services and the uncertainty in the application of federal, state, and local laws to our business, and any changes in such laws; (ii) our ability to manufacture our products and product candidates on a commercial scale on our own or in collaboration with third parties; (iii) our ability to identify, consummate, and integrate anticipated acquisitions; (iv) general industry and economic conditions; (v) our ability to access adequate capital upon terms and conditions that are acceptable to us; (vi) our ability to pay interest and principal on outstanding debt when due; (vii) volatility in credit and market conditions; (viii) the loss of one or more key executives or other key employees; and (ix) other risks and uncertainties related to the cannabis market and our business strategy. More detailed information about the Company and the risk factors that may affect the realization of forward-looking statements is set forth in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Investors and security holders are urged to read these documents free of charge on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov. The Company assumes no obligation to publicly update or revise its forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events or otherwise except as required by law.

Investor Relations Contact
Sean Mansouri, CFA or Aaron D’Souza
Elevate IR
(720) 330-2829
[email protected]

MEDICINE MAN TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME AND (LOSS)
For the Periods Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022
Expressed in U.S. Dollars

For the Three Months Ended

For the Twelve Months Ended

December 31,

December 31,

2023

2022

2023

2022

(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)

(Audited)

(Audited)

Operating Revenues

Retail

$

39,592,779

$

36,868,429

$

155,463,816

$

141,254,893

Wholesale

3,730,749

3,158,670

16,765,425

17,819,938

Other

1,287

120,188

218,545

304,388

Total Revenue

43,324,815

40,147,287

172,447,786

159,379,219

Total Cost of Goods & Services

36,291,059

18,428,528

96,424,150

79,090,461

Gross Profit

7,033,756

21,718,759

76,023,636

80,288,758

Operating Expenses

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses

10,848,029

8,922,627

39,916,518

29,036,962

Professional Services

1,115,457

1,112,975

3,558,501

6,722,554

Loss on Impairment

1,810,890

8,011,405

1,801,740

8,011,405

Salaries

6,561,800

5,292,996

23,883,354

20,990,290

Stock Based Compensation

2,952,669

883,890

3,574,831

2,672,713

Total Operating Expenses

23,288,845

24,223,893

72,734,944

67,433,924

Income from Operations

(16,255,089)

(2,505,134)

3,288,692

12,854,834

Other Income (Expense)

Interest Expense, net

(8,112,391)

(6,827,557)

(32,069,082)

(30,139,645)

Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivative Liabilities

1,384,228

(9,690,200)

15,870,233

18,414,760

Other Loss

68,400

3,736

68,400

24,136

Loss on Business Disposition

(1,968,807)

(4,684,366)

(1,968,807)

(4,684,366)

Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments

3,083

1,816

(39,270)

Total Other Income (Expense)

(8,628,570)

(21,195,304)

(18,097,441)

(16,424,385)

Pre-Tax Net Income (Loss)

(24,883,659)

(23,700,438)

(14,808,749)

(3,569,551)

Provision for Income Taxes

4,494,049

3,638,695

19,740,595

14,898,064

Net Income (Loss)

$

(29,377,708)

$

(27,339,133)

$

(34,549,344)

$

(18,467,615)

Less: Accumulated Preferred Stock Dividends for the Period

(1,541,341)

(2,508,677)

(8,154,993)

(7,802,809)

Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Common Stockholders

$

(30,919,049)

$

(29,847,810)

$

(42,704,337)

$

(26,270,424)

Earnings (Loss) per Share Attributable to Common Stockholders

Basic Earnings (Loss) per Share

$

(0.43)

$

(0.57)

$

(0.66)

$

(0.49)

Diluted Earnings (Loss) per Share

$

(0.43)

$

(0.57)

$

(0.66)

$

(0.49)

Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding – Basic

71,680,200

53,637,003

64,535,245

53,637,003

Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding – Diluted

71,680,200

53,637,003

64,535,245

53,637,003

Comprehensive Income (Loss)

$

(29,377,708)

$

(27,339,133)

$

(34,549,344)

$

(18,467,615)

MEDICINE MAN TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
For the Periods Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022
Expressed in U.S. Dollars

For the Twelve Months Ended

December 31,

2023

2022

(Audited)

(Audited)

Cash Flows from Operating Activities:

Net Income (Loss) for the Period

$

(34,549,344)

$

(18,467,615)

Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash for Operating Activities

Depreciation & Amortization

20,933,541

10,660,172

Non-Cash Interest Expense

4,024,604

4,118,391

Impairment of Goodwill

1,801,740

8,011,405

Non-Cash Lease Expense

7,648,531

3,910,679

Deferred Taxes

(2,090,967)

502,070

Loss on Disposition of Business Units

1,968,807

4,684,369

Change in Derivative Liabilities

(15,870,233)

(18,414,760)

Amortization of Debt Issuance Costs

1,686,049

1,686,048

Amortization of Debt Discount

8,523,493

7,484,613

(Gain) Loss on Investments, net

(1,816)

39,270

Stock Based Compensation

3,590,473

812,073

Changes in Operating Assets & Liabilities (net of Acquired Amounts):

Accounts Receivable

927,259

(105,185)

Inventory

4,571,069

789,399

Prepaid Expenses & Other Current Assets

1,579,349

(2,770,179)

Other Assets

263,419

(248,682)

Change in Operating Lease Liabilities

(7,498,128)

(13,113,041)

Accounts Payable & Other Liabilities

(3,241,850)

11,845,245

Income Taxes Payable

17,934,967

5,270,074

Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities

12,200,963

6,694,346

Cash Flows from Investing Activities:

Collection of Notes Receivable

11,944

Cash Consideration for Acquisition of Business, net of Cash Acquired

(15,834,378)

(58,981,226)

Purchase of Fixed Assets

(7,865,654)

(14,007,892)

Purchase of Intangible Assets

(2,750,000)

Investment in Private Entity

(2,000,000)

Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities

(26,438,088)

(74,989,118)

Cash Flows from Financing Activities:

Payment on Notes Payable

(5,354,218)

(134,498)

Proceeds from Issuance of Common Stock

978,308

Payment for Statutory Withholdings on RSU

(108,978)

Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities

(5,463,196)

843,810

Net (Decrease) in Cash & Cash Equivalents

(19,700,321)

(67,450,962)

Cash & Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period

38,949,253

106,400,216

Cash & Cash Equivalents at End of Period

$

19,248,932

$

38,949,253

Supplemental Disclosure of Cash Flow Information:

Cash Paid for Interest

$

17,896,954

$

15,243,990

Cash Paid for Income Taxes

5,000,000

12,340,000

MEDICINE MAN TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
ADJUSTED EBITDA RECONCILIATION (NON-GAAP)
For the Periods Ended December 31, 2023 and 2022
Expressed in U.S. Dollars

For the Three Months Ended

For the Twelve Months Ended

December 31,

December 31,

2023

2022

2023

2022

Net Income (Loss)

$

(29,364,680)

$

(27,339,133)

$

(34,549,344)

$

(18,467,615)

Interest Expense, net

8,112,391

6,827,557

32,069,082

30,139,645

Provision for Income Taxes

4,494,049

3,638,695

19,740,595

14,898,064

Other (Income) Expense, net of Interest Expense

516,180

14,367,747

(13,971,641)

(13,715,260)

Depreciation & Amortization

3,162,425

3,701,128

18,970,960

12,524,677

Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and

Amortization (EBITDA) (non-GAAP)

$

(13,079,635)

$

1,195,994

$

22,259,652

$

25,379,511

Non-Cash Stock Compensation

1,597,157

883,890

2,219,319

2,672,713

Deal Related Expenses

2,196,733

1,914,820

5,528,048

6,822,111

Capital Raise Related Expenses

1,779

(257,271)

38,559

533,958

Inventory Adjustment to Fair Market Value for

Purchase Accounting

5,792,488

5,792,488

6,541,651

One-Time Inventory Impairment

7,353,972

7,353,972

One-Time Goodwill Impairment

1,801,740

8,011,405

1,801,740

8,011,405

Severance

111,752

263,374

537,584

334,910

Retention Program Expenses

505,655

Employee Relocation Expenses

5,065

(3,750)

70,107

15,360

Pre-Operating & Dark Carry Expenses

2,663,824

1,027,738

2,663,824

1,027,738

One-Time Legal Settlements

1,204,058

440,000

1,204,058

440,000

Other Non-Recurring Items

1,304,501

(191,674)

3,436,773

230,858

Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)

$

10,953,434

$

13,284,526

$

53,411,779

$

52,010,215

Revenue

43,324,815

40,147,287

172,447,786

159,379,219

Adjusted EBITDA Percent

25.3 %

33.1 %

31.0 %

32.6 %

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