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Arhaus, Inc.: Q4 FY2025 earnings call

What management said about Q4 FY2025, from the documents filed with the SEC on 26 February 2026: press release. Guidance figures: 17 new. The quarter’s numbers.

Key takeaways

  • Full-year revenue rose 8.5%: Net revenue for 2025 was $1,379 million, up from $1,271 million in 2024. Source
  • Fourth-quarter net income declined: Fourth-quarter net income was $15.1 million, against $21.3 million a year earlier. Source
  • Fourth-quarter delivered sales slowed: Comparable delivered sales were 1.4% in the fourth quarter, after 4.1% in the third and 10.5% in the second; the first quarter was (1.5)%. Source
  • Fourth-quarter written sales declined: Comparable written sales were (2.8)% in the fourth quarter, after 7.4% in the third quarter. Source
  • Quarterly adjusted EBITDA margin fell: Fourth-quarter adjusted EBITDA was $35.0 million, or 9.6% of net revenue, against $41.2 million and 11.9% a year earlier. Source
  • Free cash flow rose: Operating cash flow was $136.8 million against $147.1 million; investing outflows were $77.8 million against $99.5 million, so free cash flow was $59.0 million against $47.6 million. Source

“The Arhaus team delivered record net revenue of $1.38 billion in 2025, an increase of 8.5%, underscoring the strength and durability of our differentiated model rooted in artisan craftsmanship and heirloom-quality design.”

John Reed, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Guidance

AreaPeriodFigureAgainst last quarter
Net revenue SourceFull-year 2026$1.43 billion to $1.47 billionNew
Net revenue growth SourceFull-year 20263.7% to 6.6%New
Comparable delivered sales SourceFull-year 20260% to 3%New
Net income SourceFull-year 2026$66 million to $75 millionNew
Adjusted EBITDA SourceFull-year 2026$150 million to $161 millionNew
Net revenue SourceQ1 2026$300 million to $320 millionNew
Net revenue growth SourceQ1 2026(3.7)% to 2.8%New
Comparable delivered sales SourceQ1 2026(5)% to 1%New
Net income SourceQ1 2026$0 to $5 millionNew
Adjusted EBITDA SourceQ1 2026$13 million to $20 millionNew
Company-funded capital expenditures SourceFull-year 2026$70 million to $90 millionNew
Depreciation & amortization SourceFull-year 2026$50 million to $55 millionNew
Fully diluted shares SourceFull-year 2026~142 millionNew
Effective tax rate SourceFull-year 2026~26%New
Showroom openings SourceFull-year 20264 to 6 new ShowroomsNew
Total Showroom Projects SourceFull-year 202610 to 14New
Net Unit Growth SourceFull-year 2026mid-single-digitsNew

What changed from last quarter

  • New guidance: Full-year and first-quarter 2026 guidance given for selected financial metrics. Source
  • New: Special cash dividend declared on February 17, 2026. Source
  • New: Comparable growth metric renamed Comparable Delivered Sales. Source
  • New: Demand comparable growth metric renamed Comparable Written Sales. Source
  • New: New Investor Relations presentation issued with the results. Source
  • New: Showroom growth and real estate disclosures enhanced. Source

Full-year and fourth-quarter results

  • Full-year revenue rose 8.5%: Net revenue for 2025 was $1,379 million, up from $1,271 million in 2024. Source
  • Adjusted EBITDA rose 8.9%: Full-year adjusted EBITDA was $145 million, up 8.9%, and stayed at 10.5% of net revenue, the same share as 2024. Source
  • Full-year net income slightly lower: Net income was $67 million, down 1.9%, with diluted EPS of $0.48 against $0.49 in 2024. Source
  • Fourth-quarter revenue increased: Fourth-quarter net revenue was $364.8 million, against $347.0 million a year earlier. Source
  • Fourth-quarter net income declined: Fourth-quarter net income was $15.1 million, against $21.3 million a year earlier. Source

Comparable sales by quarter

  • Fourth-quarter delivered sales slowed: Comparable delivered sales were 1.4% in the fourth quarter, after 4.1% in the third and 10.5% in the second; the first quarter was (1.5)%. Source
  • Fourth-quarter written sales declined: Comparable written sales were (2.8)% in the fourth quarter, after 7.4% in the third quarter. Source
  • Two comparable definitions apply: Written sales use a 13-month comparable Showroom definition and delivered sales use 15 months, because of order timing, backlog and revenue recognition. Source

“Following the distribution, we will remain debt-free with substantial liquidity to support our long-term growth strategy.”

Michael Lee, Chief Financial Officer

Showroom network and formats

  • Traditional Showrooms increased: Traditional Showrooms rose from 85 to 90, Design Studios fell from 11 to 9, and Lofts rose from 7 to 8 at year-end. Source
  • Pasadena is the largest Showroom: The Pasadena Showroom spans nearly 40,000 square feet in a restored century-old building, the company’s largest Traditional Showroom to date. Source
  • Newer Showrooms form a large share: 11% of Showrooms opened within the last 12 months, and 62% are mature, opened more than 36 months earlier. Source
  • Floor space and designer coverage grew: Gross square footage rose to 1,836 thousand from 1,676 thousand; 97 Showrooms had interior designers, up from 89. Source
  • Internal unit economics targets: Management’s internal targets at maturity: Traditional net revenue above $10 million, about 32% contribution margin before D&A, and under two years cash payback for both formats; Design Studio about 35%. Source

Costs, margins and expenses

  • SG&A grew faster than gross margin: SG&A rose 7.7% to $447 million, faster than the growth in gross margin for the year. Source
  • Fourth-quarter gross margin flat: Fourth-quarter gross margin was $139.2 million, against $138.7 million, while SG&A rose to $118.9 million from $111.3 million. Source
  • Quarterly adjusted EBITDA margin fell: Fourth-quarter adjusted EBITDA was $35.0 million, or 9.6% of net revenue, against $41.2 million and 11.9% a year earlier. Source
  • Depreciation and amortization rose: Depreciation and amortization rose to $46.8 million for 2025 from $39.1 million in 2024. Source

“As we enter 2026, we remain focused on driving profitable growth, maintaining financial strength, and delivering sustainable long-term value for our shareholders.”

Michael Lee, Chief Financial Officer

Products, distribution and sourcing

  • Spring collection described as evolution: Management said the Spring collection reflects a creative evolution of the brand while staying grounded in materials and craftsmanship. Source
  • Distribution and technology investment continues: Investments in the distribution network and technology infrastructure are described as enhancing efficiency and the client experience. Source
  • Vertically integrated sourcing model: Products are designed and sourced directly from artisans and selected manufacturing partners, with domestic upholstery made at the North Carolina facility. Source

Cash, balance sheet and shareholder returns

  • Free cash flow rose: Operating cash flow was $136.8 million against $147.1 million; investing outflows were $77.8 million against $99.5 million, so free cash flow was $59.0 million against $47.6 million. Source
  • Capital spending partly offset by landlords: Company-funded capital expenditures were about $57 million in 2025, and landlord contributions were about $21 million. Source
  • Cash balance increased: Cash and cash equivalents reached $253 million at year-end, up 28.3% from the prior year-end. Source
  • Client deposits increased: Client deposits were $236 million at year-end, up 6.8% from December 31, 2024. Source
  • Dividend payments fell year over year: Cash dividend payments were $361 thousand in 2025, against $70,255 thousand in 2024; repurchases for withholding taxes were $2,170 thousand. Source

Coming up, as management said on 26 February 2026

  • Special dividend payment date: The $0.35 per share special dividend is payable March 31, 2026, to holders of record at the close of business on March 18, 2026. Source
  • Spring 2026 collection: The Spring collection is named as an upcoming assortment in the CEO's comments. Source

Figures management reported

FigureReported
Comparable delivered sales (full year) Source3.6%
Comparable written sales (full year) Source1.3%
Net merchandise inventory Source$339 million
Showroom openings (fourth quarter) Source4
Showrooms operated at year-end Source107 in 31 states
Net unit growth (full year) Source3.9%
Gross margin (full year) Source$536 million

Earlier plans management reported on

  • Met: Management described 2025 net revenue as at the high end of the company’s guidance range. Source
  • Ahead: Management said comparable delivered sales finished above the high end of the guidance range. Source
  • Met: The company completed 13 Total Showroom Projects in 2025, described as consistent with full-year guidance. Source

Other quarters

Summarised with AI from the documents the company filed with the SEC. Every point is checked against the filing before it is shown: management’s own words word for word, figures against the line or table row they come from. A point that fails the check is left out. Source opens the filing at that line.