The 13% jump in adjusted earnings per share and resilient digital sales of nearly $293 million signal operational momentum, even as network sales shrinks to 7,034 locations.
By limiting the concessions large retailers can extract from suppliers, the code narrows the gap between big and small chains and makes smaller operators more viable.
The acquisition transforms Cizzle Brands from an emerging CPG house of brands into a robust vertically-integrated sports nutrition company with an expedited path to profitability.