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PLBY Group, a prominent lifestyle company and owner of Playboy, will participate in the 34th Annual ROTH Conference on March 14, 2022. CEO Ben Kohn will join a fireside chat with Roth Managing Director George Kelly at 4:00 p.m. PT. Investors can access a live webcast through the PLBY Group Investor Relations site, with a replay available for a year. PLBY Group aims to connect consumers with products and experiences that promote happiness and fulfillment, leveraging the iconic Playboy brand, which drives significant global consumer spending.
PLBY Group reported a 67% increase in fiscal year 2021 revenue, reaching $247 million, primarily due to a 131% rise in direct-to-consumer revenue. The fourth quarter demonstrated even stronger growth, with a 107% year-over-year revenue increase to $95.7 million and a 162% surge in direct-to-consumer revenue to $62.1 million. Despite these gains, the company faced a net loss of $79.7 million for FY21, influenced by stock-based compensation and acquisition costs. Adjusted EBITDA stood at $31.7 million, indicating operational potential amid ongoing transitions.
PLBY Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLBY) will report its financial results for Q4 and fiscal year ending December 31, 2021, on March 1, 2022, post-market. A conference call and webcast will follow at 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss these results. The company, which owns the iconic Playboy brand, connects consumers globally through products and services across Sexual Wellness, Style & Apparel, Gaming & Lifestyle, and Beauty & Grooming sectors. Playboy generates significant consumer spend across approximately 180 countries.
On February 17, 2022, PLBY Group announced that media personality Mia Khalifa has joined its creator-led digital platform CENTERFOLD. This platform aims to empower top creators, allowing them to share content and engage directly with fans. Khalifa expressed excitement about the opportunity, highlighting the platform's focus on freedom of expression and creativity. CENTERFOLD features capabilities for content subscriptions, messaging, and plans to introduce merchandise and digital production features. The company continues to expand its creator community across various artistic verticals.
PLBY Group has announced key leadership appointments to drive growth and enhance its global positioning. Ashley Kechter will serve as President of Global Consumer Goods, Megan Jordan as Chief Communications Officer, and Julie Hastings as CEO of Honey Birdette. Kechter brings extensive experience from The Gap Inc. and RH, while Hastings has been with Honey Birdette since October 2021. These changes aim to streamline operations, focus on revenue growth, and align with PLBY's strategy of expanding across 180 markets.
PLBY Group, a key player in the pleasure and leisure lifestyle sector and owner of the iconic Playboy brand, has announced its participation in two upcoming investor conferences. The ICR Virtual Conference will feature CEO Ben Kohn and CFO Lance Barton on January 11, 2022, while Barton will also speak at the Needham Virtual Growth Conference on January 14, 2022. Webcast access for both events will be available on the company's Investor Relations site. PLBY Group connects consumers globally with its diverse offerings across sexual wellness, style, gaming, and beauty.
Playboy has launched CENTERFOLD, a digital platform enabling creators to connect with fans and monetize their content. Founded with a community of notable figures such as Cardi B, the platform emphasizes creative freedom and sex positivity. Users can subscribe for personal content, engage directly with creators, and anticipate future features like merchandise integration and live streaming. CENTERFOLD aims to enhance artistic expression in line with Playboy’s legacy, offering creators extensive support in content creation and commerce.
Playboy has partnered with music superstar Cardi B, who will serve as the brand's first Creative Director In Residence. Cardi will lead artistic direction for co-branded fashion and sexual wellness products and will be a key figure in launching the new creator-led platform, CENTERFOLD. This platform aims to provide creators a safe space for self-expression and commerce. The collaboration is expected to enhance Playboy's direct-to-consumer ventures and expand its global presence in fashion and wellness. CENTERFOLD is scheduled to launch in December 2021.
PLBY Group, known for its iconic Playboy brand, has partnered with Código 1530 to launch the Rare Hare Double Barrel Añejo tequila. This ultra-premium tequila, aged over two years in French Oak Napa Valley Cabernet wine barrels and Spanish Sherry-Fino casks, promises a refined taste with aromas of spicy pepper and dried fruits. Limited to 1,530 individually numbered bottles, each retails for $899. The collaboration emphasizes luxury and craftsmanship, aligning with Playboy's lifestyle narrative.
PLBY Group reported a 67% year-over-year revenue growth for Q3 2021, totaling $58.4 million. This increase was driven by a 139% surge in direct-to-consumer revenue at $36.0 million and a 14% rise in licensing revenue to $16.9 million. Despite COVID-related impacts leading to over $5 million in lost revenue, the company achieved an Adjusted EBITDA of $5.2 million. However, it reported a net loss of $7.7 million, primarily due to $9.8 million in non-recurring expenses related to the acquisition of Honey Birdette.