Monster Beverage Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Monster Beverage Corporation (NASDAQ: MNST) has announced it will release its Q1 2025 financial results on Thursday, May 8, 2025, after market close. The company will host an investor conference call at 2 p.m. Pacific Time on the same day, led by Co-CEOs Rodney Sacks and Hilton Schlosberg. The call will be accessible via live audio webcast at www.monsterbevcorp.com and archived for approximately one year. Monster Beverage, headquartered in Corona, California, operates through its subsidiaries to develop and market a diverse portfolio of energy drinks, waters, craft beers, and hard seltzers under various brands including Monster Energy®, Reign®, Bang Energy®, and others.

Monster Beverage (NASDAQ: MNST) has issued a strong rebuttal to a report published by short-selling firm Spruce Point Capital Management on April 8, 2025. The company firmly rejected what it characterized as false and misleading statements about its business operations.

Co-CEOs Rodney Sacks and Hilton Schlosberg emphasized Monster's commitment to ethical operations and transparent reporting, dismissing the short seller's document as containing inaccuracies designed to manipulate the company's share price. They affirmed that all financial statements filed with the SEC remain fairly stated and compliant with accounting principles.

The Board of Directors, through Lead Independent Director Mark Vidergauz, expressed full confidence in the management team and the company's strategic direction. Monster stated it would not provide further comments on the report, citing its lack of credibility.

Monster Beverage (NASDAQ: MNST) has issued a warning to stockholders regarding an unsolicited 'mini-tender' offer from TRC Capital Investment TRC is attempting to purchase up to 2,000,000 shares (approximately 0.2%) of Monster's common stock at $52.95 per share, which is 5.1% below the March 10, 2025 closing price of $55.77.

The company strongly recommends shareholders reject this mini-tender offer, emphasizing that it is not associated with TRC or its offer. Mini-tender offers, which target less than 5% of outstanding shares, can bypass many SEC disclosure and procedural requirements designed to protect investors. The SEC has warned that such offers often catch investors off guard, potentially leading to below-market sales.

Monster Beverage (MNST) reported Q4 2024 financial results with record net sales rising 4.7% to $1.81 billion. When adjusted for foreign currency changes, net sales increased 7.8%. The Monster Energy Drinks segment saw a 4.5% growth to $1.67 billion, while Strategic Brands increased 11.1% to $102.0 million.

Gross profit margin improved to 55.5% on a non-GAAP adjusted basis. Operating income rose 7.9% to $517.9 million (adjusted). The company reported adjusted earnings per diluted share of $0.38. International sales grew significantly, representing 39.3% of total net sales at $711.5 million, up 11.7% from the previous year.

The company implemented a 5% price increase on most brands in the US effective November 1, 2024. The Alcohol Brands segment faced challenges, with impairment charges of $130.7 million and a slight decrease in sales of 0.8% to $34.9 million.

Monster Beverage (NASDAQ: MNST) has announced it will release its fourth quarter 2024 financial results on Thursday, February 27, 2025, after market close. The company's Co-CEOs Rodney Sacks and Hilton Schlosberg will host an investor conference call at 2 p.m. Pacific Time on the same day to discuss financial results and operations.

The call will be accessible to all investors through a live audio webcast on the company's website (monsterbevcorp.com) and will be archived for approximately one year. Monster Beverage, headquartered in Corona, California, operates through its subsidiaries to develop and market various energy drinks, including Monster Energy®, Monster Energy Ultra®, Juice Monster®, Java Monster®, and numerous other brands. The company's portfolio also includes still and sparkling waters, craft beers, hard seltzers, and flavored malt beverages.

Monster Beverage (NASDAQ: MNST) has announced an upcoming investor meeting and business update scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, 2025. The presentation will be hosted by Co-CEOs Rodney Sacks and Hilton Schlosberg, along with senior executive team members, starting at approximately 4:45 p.m. Eastern Time.

The event will be accessible to all interested parties via a live webcast on the company's website under the 'Events & Presentations' section and will remain archived for approximately one year. Monster Beverage, headquartered in Corona, California, operates through its subsidiaries to develop and market various energy drinks, including the Monster Energy® portfolio, Reign® energy drinks, Bang Energy® drinks, and several other brands. The company has also expanded into craft beers, hard seltzers, and flavored malt beverages with brands such as Jai Alai® IPA and Wild Basin® hard seltzers.

Monster Energy sponsors the annual Baja Beach Bash, an off-road riding event organized by Cameron Steele in Mexico's Baja California peninsula. The event has raised over $2 million for the Rancho Santa Marta Orphanage over the past 16 years. Initially started to promote tourism in Baja during a period of negative press, the Beach Bash evolved into a significant charitable initiative. Monster Energy's sponsorship was instrumental in expanding the event's reach and impact. The event combines off-road racing with community support, featuring stops at the orphanage where participants interact with local children.

Monster Beverage (MNST) reported Q3 2024 financial results with net sales increasing 1.3% to $1.88 billion. Net income decreased 18.1% to $370.9 million, with diluted EPS of $0.38 compared to $0.43 in Q3 2023. The Monster Energy Drinks segment saw a 0.8% increase to $1.72 billion, while Strategic Brands grew 14% to $112.6 million. Foreign currency exchange rates negatively impacted results by $62.8 million. The company implemented a 5% price increase on most brands effective November 1, 2024. Gross profit margin improved to 53.2%, though operating expenses increased to $519.9 million, partly due to Hansen Expenses of $17.9 million.

Monster Beverage (NASDAQ: MNST) has announced it will report its third quarter 2024 financial results on Thursday, November 7, 2024, after market close. Co-CEOs Rodney Sacks and Hilton Schlosberg will host an investor conference call at 2 p.m. Pacific Time to discuss the company's financial results and operations. The call will be accessible via live audio webcast at www.monsterbevcorp.com and will be archived for approximately one year.