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Medifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED) generates a steady flow of news centered on its health and wellness programs, metabolic health strategy, and financial performance. As the company behind the OPTAVIA® lifestyle system and the Metabolic Synchronization™ framework, Medifast regularly issues updates that highlight how it is addressing obesity, lifestyle change, and the broader challenge of metabolic dysfunction.
Readers of this MED news page can expect coverage of quarterly and annual financial results, including trends in revenue, the number of independent active earning OPTAVIA coaches, and revenue per active earning coach. These releases often include commentary from leadership on business transformation, strategic priorities, and the company’s focus on metabolic health and long-term growth.
Medifast also publishes scientific and clinical news, such as research presented at conferences like ObesityWeek. These updates describe studies on topics including lean mass preservation on the Optimal Weight 5 & 1 Plan®, the long-term effects of anti-obesity medications, and links between sleep quality and metabolic outcomes. Such items illustrate how the company’s Scientific & Clinical Affairs team and Scientific Advisory Board contribute to evidence-based program development.
In addition, investors and observers will find corporate and strategic announcements, including the introduction of Metabolic Synchronization™, shifts in positioning from weight loss to metabolic health, and leadership or governance changes documented in press releases and related SEC filings. The company also highlights brand and educational initiatives, such as the “Health by Design” docuseries that explores cultural and environmental factors influencing metabolic health and longevity.
This news page is a central resource for following Medifast’s evolving approach to metabolic health, its OPTAVIA coach network, research milestones, and key corporate developments. For those tracking MED, it offers a consolidated view of how the company communicates its strategy, science, and financial trajectory over time.
Medifast (NYSE: MED), the health and wellness company behind the OPTAVIA® lifestyle solution, has announced it will release its second quarter 2024 financial results on Monday, August 5, 2024, after market close. The company will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results, featuring Dan Chard, Chairman and CEO, and Jim Maloney, CFO.
The call will be broadcast live on Medifast's Investor Relations website and archived until November 5, 2024. Listeners can join via telephone by dialing (201) 389-0879. A telephonic playback will be available from 8:30 p.m. ET, August 5, through August 12, 2024, accessible by dialing (412) 317-6671 with access code 13747501.
Medifast (NYSE: MED), a health and wellness company, has been recognized as one of the 'Best Companies to Work For' in the food and drink industry for 2024-2025 by U.S. News & World Report. This marks the second consecutive year Medifast has received this distinction, highlighting its focus on creating a positive workplace culture. CEO Dan Chard credits the company's transformation to the dedication and resilience of its employees. The ranking, determined by a panel of experts, evaluates companies based on six factors important to employee well-being, including pay, benefits, work-life balance, and career opportunities. Medifast's OPTAVIA® program continues to drive its mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Medifast (NYSE: MED) has launched a national marketing campaign worth up to $30 million to promote its new GLP-1 Lifestyle Program, in collaboration with LifeMD. This program integrates clinician-prescribed medications, coach support, and a new GLP-1 Nutrition Support Kit. The campaign aims to drive customer acquisition and increase brand visibility. It includes new branding, visuals, and an enhanced digital presence. The GLP-1 Nutrition Support Kit, priced at $217.15/month via auto-ship, includes high-protein products designed to support weight management. Medifast's strategy focuses on marketing initiatives, coach network expansion, and strategic collaborations to drive growth.
Medifast reported first quarter 2024 financial results with revenue of $174.7 million, net income of $8.3 million, and EPS of $0.76. The company highlighted a transformative approach to weight loss solutions, targeting a potential $50B market. However, revenue decreased by 49.9% primarily due to lower Coach productivity and active earning OPTAVIA Coaches. Gross profit decreased by 48.3%, while selling, general, and administrative expenses decreased by 38.1%. Income from operations decreased by 85.2% to $7.9 million. The company's balance sheet remained strong with $156.4 million in cash and no debt. The outlook for the second quarter 2024 includes revenue between $150 million to $170 million and diluted EPS between $0.05 to $0.40.
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