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Chanson International Holding Reports Strong Financial Results for FY 2024

Chanson International Holding (Nasdaq: CHSN), an established provider of bakery, seasonal, and beverage products through its extensive store network in both China and the United States, released its financial outcomes for the fiscal year concluded on December 31, 2024. Despite a challenging macroeconomic climate, the company demonstrated resilience and strategic effectiveness in its operational performance, revealing both revenue and net income growth.

Key Highlights

In fiscal year 2024, Chanson achieved total revenue of $18.2 million, marking a 5.7% increase from the previous year's $17.3 million. This growth was prominently supported by significant contributions from their stores in China, which thrived particularly in bakery product sales — a segment that saw an impressive 18% uptick, bringing in $14.8 million. With the addition of 15 new bakery stores in China, the company's strategy of broadening its market footprint appears to be effective.

Gang Li, the Chairman and CEO, expressed satisfaction with the company’s performance. He attributed the revenue growth to disciplined strategy execution and adaptive operations amid economic hurdles characterized by consumption shifts and a slow recovery. Notably, net income surged from just $0.03 million in fiscal year 2023 to $0.8 million in fiscal year 2024, while gross margins hovered around 40%.

Navigating Market Challenges

The company's journey through the complex current economic landscape has underscored its capacity to pivot and introduce innovative product offerings. Seasonal products and beverages faced declines due to changing consumer behaviors, with respective revenue decreasing by 25.3% and 21.7% as consumers shifted their preferences. Nonetheless, Chanson tackled these hurdles by introducing a line of freshly brewed coffee, thereby enhancing customer appeal and market positioning.

Additionally, revenue generated from Chanson's United States operations faced a 29.1% decline, dropping to $2.1 million. Contributing factors included reduced beverage sales and adjustments in service offerings at their U.S. locations. Improved bakery product offerings at specific stores like Chanson 23rd Street and Chanson Broadway saw better traction, reflecting the company's commitment to refining its food services and product range.

A Bright Future Ahead

The financial statements also highlighted a strong balance sheet, with cash and cash equivalents rising to $12.1 million from $1.5 million. This positive cash flow indicates the company's operating activities contributed significantly to its financial health, creating a robust foundation for continued growth. Moreover, net cash from financing activities reached $5.4 million, reflecting engaging strategies to fund operational and expansion initiatives.

As Chanson moves forward into an ever-evolving marketplace, its leadership remains optimistic about long-term growth prospects fueled by thoughtfully crafted strategies and a firm commitment to enhancing shareholder value. The introduction of new product lines and market expansion plans further solidifies the company’s directive toward fostering a sustainable growth trajectory.

For more information, interested stakeholders can explore Chanson’s performance updates and strategic insights on their official website and investor relations platforms.