HF Foods Group Q1 Revenue Up 4.5% to $312M, GAAP Net Income Turns $1.4M Profit

HFFGHFFG

HF Foods Group’s Q1 revenue rose 4.5% year-over-year to $312.0 million, while GAAP net income swung from a $1.5 million loss to a $1.4 million profit. Adjusted EBITDA increased 3.8% to $10.1 million even as adjusted net income dipped 3.6% to $3.4 million.

1. First Quarter Results

HF Foods Group reported net revenue of $312.0 million in Q1 2026, up 4.5% year-over-year. GAAP net income swung to a profit of $1.4 million versus a $1.5 million loss last year, while adjusted EBITDA rose 3.8% to $10.1 million and adjusted net income dipped 3.6% to $3.4 million.

2. Operational Performance

Revenue growth was driven by increased volume and pricing in the Seafood segment, followed by Commodity volume gains. Gross profit margin narrowed to 16.2% from 17.1% due to higher sales of lower-margin products and rising landed costs, while distribution expenses fell 0.6% to $49.5 million.

3. Strategic Developments

The acquisition of a Chicago warehouse and near completion of a Charlotte facility are expected to boost cross-selling opportunities in high-growth Southeast and Midwest markets. The company also finished full ERP implementation and consolidated its sales call center to enhance operational efficiency.

4. Cash Flow and Liquidity

Operating cash flow climbed to $15.3 million, up from $6.9 million a year ago, driven by higher non-cash expense add-backs and increased accounts payable. As of March 31, 2026, cash stood at $11.1 million with $5.0 million in unpresented checks and $55.2 million available under a $125.0 million credit line.

Sources

F