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HF Foods Group Inc. (NASDAQ: HFFG) is a marketer and distributor of fresh produce, frozen and dry food, seafood, meat and poultry, and non-food products to primarily Asian restaurants and other foodservice customers across the United States. This news page aggregates company announcements, financial updates, and other disclosures related to HF Foods’ operations and strategy.
Readers can find earnings releases in which HF Foods reports on net revenue, gross profit, net income or loss, and non-GAAP measures such as Adjusted EBITDA. These releases also discuss factors affecting performance, such as volume and pricing trends in meat and poultry and seafood, distribution, selling and administrative expenses, and cash flow and liquidity considerations.
HF Foods’ news also covers developments in its distribution network and infrastructure. Examples include the opening of a new distribution warehouse in Powder Springs, Georgia, to support its Atlanta operations and expand capacity in the Southeast, and the company’s entry into a binding purchase agreement to acquire a distribution facility in Chicago, Illinois, which it views as a cornerstone of its Midwest distribution footprint. Such items provide insight into how HF Foods is investing in facilities, technology, and logistics to support its role as a distributor of international foodservice solutions.
Additional news items include participation in investor conferences, the establishment of an at-the-market equity offering program, and governance updates such as executive appointments, board changes, and amendments to executive severance plans. Investors and other interested readers can use this page as a central location to review HF Foods’ press releases and related information about its financial reporting, capital markets activities, operational initiatives, and leadership changes.
HF Foods Group (NASDAQ: HFFG), a leading food distributor to Asian restaurants across the United States, has announced its participation in the 2025 ICR Conference in Orlando, FL. The company's executive management team will engage in one-on-one and group meetings with investors during the two-day event, scheduled for January 13-14, 2025. Interested parties are advised to contact their ICR representatives for additional information about meeting opportunities.
HF Foods Group (NASDAQ: HFFG) has appointed Felix Lin as permanent Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2025. Lin, who previously served as President and Chief Operating Officer, had been Interim CEO since October 2024. He will relinquish his COO position, with responsibilities distributed among senior management. Lin will be nominated to join the Board of Directors in June 2025.
The company also announced key leadership appointments to support its strategic transformation plan: Jason White will serve as Senior Vice President, People and Technology, while maintaining his VP of Information Technology role. Paul Guan will become Vice President, Distribution Center Operations, while continuing as General Manager of Mountain Foods.
HF Foods Group (NASDAQ: HFFG) reported its unaudited financial results for Q3 2024. Net revenue increased by 6.0% to $298.4 million from $281.5 million in the prior year. However, gross profit decreased by 1.5% to $50.2 million, and the gross profit margin fell to 16.8% from 18.1%. The company reported a net loss of $3.8 million compared to a net income of $2.0 million in the prior year, primarily due to a $5.3 million non-cash expense related to interest rate swap contracts. Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 17.7% to $8.3 million. For the nine months ended September 30, 2024, net revenue increased by 3.3% to $896.4 million. Gross profit increased slightly by 0.8% to $153.0 million, but the gross profit margin decreased to 17.1% from 17.5%. The net loss improved to $4.2 million from $5.4 million in the prior year. Cash used in operating activities was $3.3 million, down from $20.6 million provided in the prior year. The company has a cash balance of $11.4 million and access to $27.3 million through its line of credit.
HF Foods Group (NASDAQ: HFFG), a leading food distributor to Asian restaurants across the United States, has appointed Felix Lin as Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Lin, who will maintain his current roles as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), replaces Peter Zhang. The transition is not related to any disagreement regarding financial reporting, policies, or practices. Zhang remains on the Board of Directors.
Lin has been a key leader at HF Foods for five years, previously serving as Interim CFO and Board member. His experience includes leadership roles at Blue Bird , where he oversaw various operational and strategic functions.
HF Foods Group Inc. (NASDAQ: HFFG) reported improved financial results for Q2 2024. Net revenue increased 3.4% to $302.3 million, while gross profit rose 3.6% to $52.5 million. The company achieved a net income of $0.2 million, compared to a net loss of $1.6 million in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA saw a significant increase of 26.4% to $10.6 million.
For the first six months of 2024, net revenue grew 2.0% to $598.0 million, and gross profit increased 2.0% to $102.9 million. The net loss improved to $0.3 million from $7.4 million in the previous year. The company attributes these improvements to its operational transformation plan, including the restoration of a cross dock operation in Northern California and the launch of a modern ERP solution.
HF Foods Group Inc. (NASDAQ: HFFG), a leading food distributor to Asian restaurants across the United States, has announced it will report its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024, on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, after market close. The company will provide prepared remarks from executive management discussing the results, along with additional comments and details, through the "Events" section of its Investor Relations website. The webcast will be archived and available for replay, allowing investors and interested parties to access the information at their convenience.
HF Foods Group, a prominent food distributor to Asian restaurants in the U.S., has appointed Dr. Yujie Wang to its board of directors, effective immediately. Dr. Wang, a veteran in the food production industry with over 25 years of experience, succeeds Prudence Kuai. The board now includes four independent directors and CEO Peter Zhang. Dr. Wang's expertise spans product development, sales, general management, key account management, and personnel development. She holds a PhD in Food Engineering from Kansas State University. CEO Peter Zhang expressed enthusiasm about Dr. Wang's addition to the team, highlighting her unique qualifications and experience.
HF Foods Group has appointed Maria Ross to its board of directors, effective immediately. Ross replaces Dr. Hong Wang, who has stepped down. The board still includes four independent directors and CEO Peter Zhang. Ross brings over 30 years of supply chain experience from companies such as Nike, The Fresh Market, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Oldcastle, and The Home Depot. Her expertise in strategic planning and operational execution is expected to be valuable for HF Foods as it continues to serve Asian restaurants across the U.S.
HF Foods Group (NASDAQ: HFFG), a major food distributor to Asian restaurants in the U.S., announced the appointment of Lisa Lim and Charlotte Westfall to its board of directors from June 7, 2024. Ms. Lim, a retired partner from Ernst & Young, brings 39 years of expertise in strategic business development, digital transformations, and financial advisement. Ms. Westfall, an attorney specializing in corporate governance and US-China business transactions, will also join the board. These appointments increase the board's independent directors to four, alongside CEO Peter Zhang. The company anticipates leveraging their experience for future growth and transformation.
HF Foods Group (NASDAQ: HFFG) has resolved a formal SEC investigation concerning allegations of securities law violations by its former executives. The company consented to a cease-and-desist order without admitting or denying the SEC's findings and will pay a $3.9 million civil penalty. The SEC acknowledged HF Foods’ remedial actions and cooperation. Additionally, former Chairman and CEO Zhou Min Ni and former CFO Jian Ming “Jonathan” Ni will pay fines and be barred from officer and director roles. This settlement allows HF Foods to focus on future business expansion and ethical operations.