Lifetime Brands (LCUT) investor relations material

Company overview and market position

• Leading consumer durables company focused on home products, with 91% of its core market in the U.S. and presence in over 100 international markets.

• Holds #1 or #2 positions in kitchen tools, cutlery, barware accessories, and bath scales.

• Portfolio includes 28 leading brands and a proven track record of innovation and data-driven decisions.

• Omnichannel sales approach, serving mass market, specialty, e-commerce, and commercial channels.

• International segment, especially the UK, is being restructured for profitability, with direct country managers and new go-to-market strategies.

Financial performance and guidance

• March 2026 YTD consolidated net sales reached $143.5 million, with a gross margin of 37.7%.

• Adjusted EBITDA for LTM March 31, 2026 was $52.7 million, with a 34.3% free cash flow conversion.

• Net sales guidance for 2026 is $650–$700 million, with adjusted EBITDA expected between $53.5–$56 million.

• Target net leverage ratio is below 3.0x, with total debt, net of cash, reduced by $77 million since December 2022.

• Strong liquidity position, with $110.2 million available as of March 31, 2026.

Strategic initiatives and growth drivers

• Focused on expanding into adjacent categories such as pet, higher-end cutlery, outdoor, storage, and organization.

• Commercial food service segment targets $30+ million sales in 2026 and $60 million in North America within five years.

• Disciplined M&A strategy, prioritizing high free cash flow conversion and margin expansion.

• Project Concord aims to streamline international operations, improve warehouse efficiency, and integrate product management.

• Relocation of the primary east coast distribution center to Hagerstown, MD, increases capacity and is expected to contain future distribution expenses.