Aug 6, 2026, 4:11 PM ETConsumer Defensive
Westrock Coffee Company — Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary
Financial Performance
- Consolidated net sales were $305.7 million, an 8.8% increase year-over-year.
- Gross profit was $37.7 million, an 8.8% decrease year-over-year.
- Net loss was $13.7 million, compared to a net loss of $21.6 million in the prior year period.
- Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA was $21.3 million, a 38.9% increase year-over-year from $15.3 million.
- Capital expenditures were $6.5 million, down from $20.5 million in the second quarter of 2025.
- Cash and cash equivalents were $38.2 million as of June 30, 2026, down from $49.9 million at December 31, 2025.
- Total debt (current maturities, short-term, and long-term) totaled $443.9 million as of June 30, 2026.
- Shareholders' equity deficit was $31.3 million as of June 30, 2026, compared to a deficit of $1.9 million at December 31, 2025.
- Net cash provided by operating activities was $14.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to $29.1 million used in the prior year period.
Guidance and Future Outlook
- The Company reaffirmed its 2026 guidance for Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA of $90.0 million to $100.0 million.
Business Segments and Product Lines
- Beverage Solutions: Net sales were $243.9 million, an increase of 16.8% year-over-year; Segment Adjusted EBITDA was $22.2 million, an increase of 12.7%.
- Sustainable Sourcing & Traceability: Net sales were $61.8 million, a decrease of 14.2% year-over-year; Segment Adjusted EBITDA was $2.0 million, compared to $3.3 million in the prior year period.
Management Commentary and Tone
- CEO Scott T. Ford described the quarter as "another strong quarter," noting it was the fifth consecutive quarter of year-over-year Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA growth.
- Management stated the company turned free cash flow positive ahead of its anticipated schedule.
- The CEO highlighted a robust customer and sales pipeline, a de-leveraged balance sheet, and a platform that no longer requires capital but is generating cash.
Other Key Points
- The Company is in compliance with its financial covenants under its Credit Agreement.
- The Beverage Solutions Credit Agreement secured net leverage ratio was 3.36x for the trailing twelve months ended June 30, 2026.
- The Company operates across 10 countries and serves major brands in packaged coffee, tea, ready-to-drink coffee, energy, and functional beverage categories.
- The Company hosts a conference call and webcast to discuss results, with an archived replay available for a minimum of 14 days.