Good Morning Breeze and Kirk,
This morning my favorite small cap reported some stellar earnings. AMNF Armanino Foods of Distinction.
A family owned maker of Italian foods. Debt free, pay a 13 cent dividend are on the OTC pink sheets.
Very well run and no option dilution:
Armanino Foods of Distinction, Inc. Reports Highest Sales and Profits Ever for the Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year End
Mar. 11, 2024 8:00 AM ET Armanino Foods of Distinction, Inc. (AMNF) 1 Comment
PLEASANTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Armanino Foods of Distinction, Inc. ( AMNF) reported its highest ever sales and profits for the fourth quarter and fiscal year.
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2023 were $16,092,538 compared to $13,717,899 for the same period last year, an increase of 17%. Income before taxes for Q4 2023 was $3,355,709 compared to $2,045,138 for the same quarter in 2022, an increase of 64%. Net income for this period was $2,569,156 (or $0.0801 per share), compared to $1,446,209 (or $0. 0451 per share) for the same quarter a year ago, an increase of 78%.
Net sales for the year ending 2023 were $63,561,091 compared to $57,873,545 for the same period in 2022, an increase of 10%. Income before taxes for this period was $11,674,160, compared to the 2022 figure of $8,867,258, an increase of 32%. Annual net income for 2023 was $8,758,085 (or $0.2731 per share), compared to $6,603,589 (or $0.2059 per share) for the same period a year ago, an increase of 33%.
Tim Anderson, President and CEO of Armanino Foods, commented, “We are proud to report double-digit, record-breaking annual net sales and profit results. Shareholder value increased for the year in line with record operating results (not including the three percent dividend payout), resulting in a total +36% return to our shareholders. Sales increases continue to be driven by organic growth with existing customers, new distribution, new products, and for Q4, from customers shipping ahead in anticipation of 2024 first quarter sales. The effects of customers’ forward shipping have us somewhat guarded in our outlook for the first quarter, but we remain confident in our long-term growth trajectory. Our margins continue to improve to near pre-pandemic levels, despite our increase in investment spending and obstacles presented by ongoing economic headwinds. Overall, we continue to outpace the economic trends in our sector driven by our continued focus on our transformative growth strategy.
Anderson continued, “Our margins continue to improve, driven by our focus on optimizing our operations and implementing more disciplined buying practices. We are currently in the final stages of upgrading our infrastructure with an expected completion date by late 2024. Our efforts are reflected in the significant increase in sales, profits, and shareholder value throughout 2023.”
Armanino Foods of Distinction, Inc. is an international food company that manufactures and markets frozen Italian specialty food items such as pestos, sauces and filled pastas to the foodservice, retail, and industrial markets. In addition to a classic Basil Pesto, Armanino offers other flavors such as Cilantro, Dried Tomato & Garlic, Roasted Red Bell Pepper, Southwest Chipotle, Artichoke, Roasted Garlic, Light Basil Pesto, Chimichurri, Harissa, Bolognese, Alfredo sauce, Creamy Garlic, and Romesco. Armanino’s organic line includes classic Basil Pesto. Armanino Foods also offers cheese shakers, frozen pastas, and meatballs.
Armanino Foods of Distinction, Inc.
Results for Quarter Ended December 31, 2023 (Unaudited)
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| | 2023
| | 2022
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| Net Sales
| | $
| 16,092,538
| | $
| 13,717,899
| Income Before Taxes
| | $
| 3,355,709
| | $
| 2,045,138
| Net Income
| | $
| 2,569,156
| | $
| 1,446,209
| Basic Income Per Common Share
| | $
| 0.0801
| | $
| 0.0451
| Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding
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| 32,065,645
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| 32,065,645
| Diluted Income/(Loss) Per Common Share
| | $
| 0.0801
| | $
| 0.0451
| Diluted Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding
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| 32,065,645
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| 32,065,645
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| Results for the Year Ended December 31, 2023 (Unaudited)
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| 2023
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| 2022
| Net Sales
| | $
| 63,561,091
| | $
| 57,873,545
| Income Before Taxes
| | $
| 11,674,160
| | $
| 8,867,258
| Net Income
| | $
| 8,758,085
| | $
| 6,603,589
| Basic Income Per Common Share
| | $
| 0.2731
| | $
| 0.2059
| Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding
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| 32,065,645
| |
| 32,065,645
| Diluted Income/(Loss) Per Common Share
| | $
| 0.2731
| | $
| 0.2059
| Diluted Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding
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| 32,065,645
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| 32,065,645
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My third largest position in share count. A very long term accumulation/holding for me.
Food is a defensive position. I'm getting old and very conservative. <smile>
Nice revenue growth and earnings to boot.
Very stockholder friendly. Note no stock dilution!
Bob |
