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RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. reports company developments for an operating business built around adult nightclubs and Bombshells sports bars-restaurants. Updates commonly cover quarterly and annual results, segment sales, same-store performance, club acquisitions and openings, location closures or reformatting, and revenue mix across service, alcoholic beverages, food, merchandise, and other categories.
Recurring releases also address capital allocation, including cash dividends and share repurchase authorizations, as well as SEC report timing, Nasdaq compliance notices, and conference-call materials tied to Form 10-K and Form 10-Q filings. The company’s disclosures distinguish nightclub operations from the Bombshells restaurant and sports-bar concept and may exclude non-core operations from preliminary sales releases.
RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) has finalized its acquisition of the Cheetah Gentlemen's Club in Hallandale Beach, Florida, along with its real estate. The deal, costing $10 million in cash plus $15 million in seller financing, marks RCI's 15th acquisition this fiscal year, bringing its total to 52 clubs. The Cheetah club is expected to generate approximately $4 million in adjusted EBITDA. Located on a 2.2-acre property, the club enhances RCI's South Florida presence alongside other brand-name clubs.
RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) has completed acquisition agreements to open a new adult nightclub, PT's Showclub, in Ector County, TX, for $1.8 million. This will be the 14th location acquired this fiscal year and increases RCI's portfolio to 51 clubs. The new club is strategically located off State Highway Loop 338, aiming to attract a different market segment compared to existing brands in the area. It is expected to contribute to financial results by the end of September 2022.
RCI Hospitality Holdings (Nasdaq: RICK) reported preliminary sales of $70.1 million for 3Q22, marking a year-over-year increase of 23.7%. Nightclubs generated $54.3 million in sales, up 33.8%, while Bombshells saw a slight decline of 1.9% to $15.8 million. The company repurchased 168,069 shares for a total of $9.2 million during the quarter. RCI's CEO noted that this quarter was the first unaffected by COVID-19 since Q1 2020, with cash reserves of $37.5 million bolstering investor confidence.
RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) will announce its fiscal third-quarter sales for Nightclubs and Bombshells restaurants on July 12, 2022, before the market opens. A Twitter Spaces conference call hosted by Eric Langan, RCI's President & CEO, will take place at 10:30 AM ET, co-hosted by WOLF Financial and Mark Moran. The call can be accessed via Twitter Spaces. A replay will be available immediately after the call.
RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) has launched its first franchised Bombshells Restaurant & Bar in San Antonio, Texas, known for its military community. Situated at 8410 Texas Highway 151, this location employs 250 people and serves as the 12th unit in Texas. The restaurant boasts 9,000 square feet of indoor space and 3,200 square feet outdoors, with seating for over 500. Bombshells offers a unique dining experience complete with military-themed decor, a full bar, and various food options. The chain plans to expand with three more company-owned locations and one franchise.
RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per common share for the third quarter of Fiscal 2022, ending June 30, 2022. The dividend will be payable on June 29, 2022, to holders of record as of June 15, 2022, with an ex-dividend date of June 14, 2022. This marks the company's 26th consecutive quarterly cash dividend, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders.
RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) has authorized a $25.0 million increase to its share repurchase program. Since initiating its capital allocation strategy in FY16, RCI has repurchased approximately $25.4 million worth of shares, totaling around 1.6 million shares at an average price of $15.88 per share by 2Q22. This buyback strategy aims to enhance shareholder value, indicating the company's confidence in its future performance as it continues to lead in the adult nightclub and sports bar market.
RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (RICK) reported impressive financial results for Q2 2022, with total revenues reaching $63.7 million, a 44.6% year-over-year increase. EPS rose to $1.15, marking a 69.1% increase. Non-GAAP EPS showed even greater growth, hitting $1.19, up 58.0%. The company ended the quarter with $38.1 million in cash, and continued expansion efforts are underway including new acquisitions and Bombshells locations. Conference call scheduled for today at 4:30 PM ET via Twitter Spaces.
RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) will hold its 2Q22 conference call on Twitter Spaces on May 9th at 4:30 PM ET, becoming the first public company to utilize this platform for an earnings call. The earnings release and 10-Q filing for the quarter ending March 31 will precede the call. Afterward, investors can meet management at Tootsie's Cabaret in Miami. The company highlights its strategy of leveraging technology, including accepting Bitcoin and launching the Tip-N-Strip NFT program.
RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) has signed its second franchise development agreement for Bombshells Restaurant & Bar, aiming to open three locations in Alabama over the next five years, starting with Huntsville. This partnership is with entrepreneur Jerry Westlund, who owns multiple hospitality venues across the South. RCI currently operates 11 Bombshells in Texas, generating over $60 million in sales in the past year. This franchise expansion marks a significant step for RCI as it seeks to grow its brand outside Texas.