Caesarstone (CSTE) Q4 2025 earnings summary
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Q4 2025 earnings summary
4 Mar, 2026Executive summary
Fourth quarter 2025 revenue was $94.4 million, with full year revenue at $397.2 million, reflecting a year-over-year decline due to global economic headwinds and competitive pressures.
Strategic restructuring included the closure of the Bar-Lev facility and transition to third-party production partners, expected to yield $100 million in annualized savings since 2023.
Launched zero crystalline silica collection in Australia and expanded porcelain capabilities, supporting regulatory compliance and market leadership.
Financial highlights
Q4 2025 revenue declined 3.5% year-over-year (5.0% on constant currency basis); full year revenue down 10.4% (10.5% constant currency).
Q4 gross margin was 15.5% (adjusted: 18.0%), down from 19.4% (adjusted: 19.7%) in prior year; full year gross margin was 18.4% (adjusted: 19.0%), down from 21.8% (adjusted: 22.1%).
Q4 operating loss was $82.3 million (prior year: $23.0 million); full year operating loss was $125.7 million (prior year: $41.9 million), mainly due to $45.7 million in non-cash impairment from Bar-Lev closure.
Q4 adjusted EBITDA loss was $11.1 million (prior year: $8.0 million loss); full year adjusted EBITDA loss was $32.6 million (prior year: $11.5 million loss).
Q4 net loss attributable to controlling interest was $87.9 million ($2.55/share); full year net loss was $137.5 million ($3.98/share). Adjusted diluted net loss per share for the year was $1.50.
Cash and equivalents at year-end were $59.9 million, with net cash position of $57.5 million, down from $101.4 million at prior year-end.
Outlook and guidance
Expects to deliver positive adjusted EBITDA in the third quarter of 2026, driven by cost savings and operational restructuring.
Strategic measures and cost optimization are anticipated to support a return to profitability and improved cash flow.
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