Lifeway Foods (LWAY) Sees Q4 Revs Above Views; Begins Wal-mart Distribution

January 14, 2013 4:37 PM EST
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Lifeway Foods, Inc., (Nasdaq: LWAY) announced preliminary sales results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2012. The Company does not plan to provide preliminary financial information in the future other than in unique circumstances, or in the event of a material event that requires disclosure.

Fourth quarter of 2012 gross sales increased approximately 23% to $23.0 million compared to $18.7 million in the same period last year. This increase is primarily attributable to increased sales and awareness of the Company's flagship line, Kefir, as well as ProBugsĀ® Organic Kefir for kids and BioKefirā„¢.

Total consolidated net sales increased approximately 23% or $3.8 million to $20.6 million during the three-month period ended December 31, 2012 from $16.8 million during the same three-month period in 2011. Net sales are recorded as gross sales less promotional activities such as slotting fees paid, couponing, spoilage and promotional allowances as well as early payment terms given to customers.

*** The Street sees Q4 revs of $19.3 million.

The Company also began distribution to Walmart (NYSE: WMT) retail stores nation-wide the first week of January, 2013 with two of their most popular kefir flavors, including strawberry and blueberry in 32 ounce packages.


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