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| ticker | polarity | why? |
|---|---|---|
| SAM | positively | The ticker (SAM) may be affected positively in the long run because the lower investor expectations act as a floor, and the strong cash generation mentioned by the CEO, indicates a stronger performance than expected. Also, the fact that revenues were up could be the kick off for a remarkable turn around if depletions come up, with price increases and procurement savings to counteract rising soft, seltzer and hard beer revenues. |
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Why Boston Beer Stock Was Climbing Today
Boston Beer (NYSE: SAM) shares were breaking out today after the craft brewer and malt beverage maker surpassed top-line expectations in its fourth-quarter earnings report. The Sam Adams maker announced revenue of $402.3 million, better than the estimated $389.2 million. Price increases were the primary driver of this revenue growth. Gross margin also expanded by 230 basis points to 39.9%, largely due to increased pricing and savings from procurement. Despite these positive indicators, Boston Beer still faces a number of challenges, particularly the declining sales of Truly Hard Seltzer. This was somewhat mitigated by growth in other brands, such as Twisted Tea, Hard Mountain Dew, and Sun Cruiser. Consumer trends as reflected through depletions stayed steady, with shipments falling only slightly by 0.5%. CEO Michael Spillane emphasized the company’s strong cash generation and end-to-end execution. This focus appears to be yielding progress in a tumultuous market. The adjusted per-share deficit for the quarter came to $1.68, mainly due to heightened operating costs. Fourth-quarter trends showed progress from earlier in the year, alleviating previous concerns. In 2025, the company anticipates flat depletions and shipments, with modest growth projected from price increases. Boston Beer is transformed into a leaner, more focused business, committed to beating these expectations by executing an operational plan that emphasizes getting closer to consumers. Despite lower earnings expectations due to falling revenue, Boston Beer seems to be turning a corner after years of market share struggles. The stock surged 4.7% shortly after the earnings report was released, possibly indicating a rebound from investor pessimism. Lower investor expectations may contribute to this positive performance, acting as a de facto floor for the stock.
