$Celsius(CELH.US) +15% to $58/share pre-mkt after reporting much stronger than expected 4Q revs and EBITDA, driven by distribution expansion of Alani Nu, a better-for-you energy drink popular among females for its zero-sugar options and wellness focus, and which was acquired in 2025 from its founders.
4Q Results:- Revs $721.6M +117% y/y, vs $638.7M est- N. America revs $699.5M vs. $590M est- Intern’l revs $22.1M vs $23.3M est- Adj Ebitda $134.1M vs $105.0M est- GM% 47.4% vs. 48.2% est. - EPS $0.26 vs $0.20 estCommentary:- Recorded additional largely one-time costs in 4Q related to previously announced distributor terminations associated with the Alani Nu acquisition and the distribution transition to the PepsiCo system- Total buyout obligation recorded as of the end of 4Q was ~$327.5 million, which included the estimated buyout of $246.7 million recognized in 3Q and additional expenses of $80.8 million recorded in 4Q- Alani Nu ACV increased from ~87% at the beginning of 4Q to 94.2% as of Feb 1.- 7% short interest No guidance as usual. Conf call 8am ET.
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