Overview
Direct-selling and e-commerce firm's Q1 revenue fell 14% yr/yr and 6% sequentially
Company posted a net loss for Q1, reversing a profit a year earlier
Restructuring program generated about $300,000 in cost savings during the quarter
Outlook
Company says operating environment remains challenging amid subdued consumer spending in China
Company plans to launch new products and deploy technology tools to support members and improve efficiency
Natural Health Trends to mark 25th anniversary in Hong Kong with events and brand initiatives
Result Drivers
CHINA DEMAND - Co said subdued consumer spending in China continued to weigh on business
COST SAVINGS - Restructuring program generated about $300,000 in operating and margin-related cost savings in Q1
STABLE ORDERS - Hong Kong and China orders remained stable for the last four quarters despite economic challenges
Company press release: ID:nGNX9vPQjz
Key Details
Metric
Beat/Miss
Actual
Consensus Estimate
Q1 Sales
$9.21 mln
Q1 Net Income
-$154,000
Q1 Dividend
$0.10
Q1 Gross Profit
$6.90 mln
Q1 Operating Expenses
$7.38 mln
Q1 Operating Income
-$474,000
Q1 Pretax Profit
-$179,000
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