Vestis Reports First Year-Over-Year Revenue Per Pound Increase
On August 11, Vestis (NYSE: VSTS) reported fiscal third-quarter results that marked significant progress in its turnaround strategy. Adjusted EBITDA rose to $81 million, up by about 23% year over year, and revenue per pound increased for the first time since the company separated from Aramark. This improvement was driven by disciplined pricing strategies, better customer segmentation, and a shift away from lower-margin linen volume. Despite these gains, total revenue fell slightly to $662 million compared to last year as Vestis reduced unprofitable business segments. The company's net debt remains high at $1.2 billion, with only modest progress in reducing term loan balances. Management also noted uneven performance across its markets and plans a more tailored approach for improvement. The stock faces mixed sentiment from investors; hedge fund ownership slightly declined while short interest stands at 8.67% of float, indicating ongoing skepticism about the sustainability of Vestis' turnaround.
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