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The Boston Beer Company reports developments across a U.S. alcoholic-beverage portfolio that includes Samuel Adams, Twisted Tea, Truly, Dogfish Head, Sun Cruiser and Angry Orchard. News commonly covers craft beer, hard iced tea, hard seltzer, hard cider, ready-to-drink cocktails and flavored malt beverages, including seasonal releases, variety packs, collaborations and packaging innovations.
Company updates also include quarterly financial results, depletions and shipment trends, gross margin drivers, brand investment, share repurchase activity and litigation-related financial effects. Boston Beer produces beverages through a mix of company-owned capacity and contract brewing arrangements and sells through the distributor system that serves retailers and on-premise accounts.
The Boston Beer Company (NYSE: SAM) reported remarkable first-quarter 2021 results with net revenue reaching $545.1 million, a 64.9% increase year-over-year. Net income surged 259.6% to $65.6 million, translating to earnings per diluted share of $5.26. Depletions rose 48%, and shipment volumes grew 60.1% compared to the previous year. The company now estimates full-year depletion and shipment growth between 40% and 50%. Despite rising operating expenses, gross margin improved to 45.8%. The Truly and Twisted Tea brands led the growth momentum, with innovative new products expected to further drive sales.
The Boston Beer Company (NYSE: SAM) reported a strong fourth quarter for 2020, with net revenue of $460.9 million, a 53.0% increase from Q4 2019, driven by a 54.0% rise in shipments. Net income soared to $32.8 million ($2.64 per diluted share), up 135.7% year-over-year. For the 52-week period, revenue reached $1.74 billion, a 38.9% increase. However, gross margins decreased to 46.9% from 49.1% in the previous year. Advertising and promotional expenses surged, indicating increased investment in brand visibility. Full-year 2021 estimates suggest continued growth in depletions and shipments.
The Boston Beer Company (NYSE: SAM) reported a third quarter 2020 net revenue of $492.8 million, up 30.2% year-over-year. Net income surged 80.6% to $80.8 million, with earnings per diluted share increasing to $6.51. Despite strong shipment growth of 30.5%, lower gross margins and rising operating expenses affected results. The COVID-19 pandemic impacted keg demand, resulting in $14.2 million in related costs. Full-year depletions growth is now estimated between 37% and 42%. The company plans to focus on its Truly Hard Seltzer brand's growth, anticipating volume growth rates of 35% to 45% in 2021.
The Boston Beer Company (NYSE: SAM) appointed Michael M. Lynton and Samuel A. Calagione, III to its Board of Directors on October 7, 2020. Lynton, with extensive experience in entertainment and media, is currently Chairman of Snap Inc. and has held various influential roles at Sony and Time Warner. Calagione, founder of Dogfish Head Brewery, brings innovation and experience to the board. Both will serve as Class B Directors, positioning Boston Beer for continued growth and leadership in the craft beer market amid competitive pressures.
The Boston Beer Company (NYSE: SAM) reported a net revenue of $452.1 million for Q2 2020, marking a 42% increase year-over-year. Net income rose to $60.1 million, up 116% from last year, leading to earnings per diluted share of $4.88. Despite this growth, the company faced challenges due to COVID-19, resulting in $14.1 million in pre-tax reductions and increased costs. Gross margin decreased to 46.4% from 49.9% in Q2 2019. Full-year guidance suggests a 27% to 35% growth in shipments and depletions.