Alliance Entertainment Reports Q4 2026 Earnings with Revenue Growth and Margin Expansion
Alliance Entertainment (AENT) reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026, driven by broad-based growth across music, home entertainment, and collectibles. Total revenue reached $1.15 billion, an 8% increase from the prior year, with Q4 revenue hitting $268.1 million—a significant 18% rise compared to the same period last year. The company's gross margin expanded by 80 basis points to 13.3%, supported by improved margins in physical movies and collectibles as well as reduced freight costs. Adjusted EBITDA rose 14% to $41.5 million, while adjusted diluted EPS increased by 24% year-over-year to $0.46. Key revenue drivers included vinyl ($383 million), CDs ($156 million), and physical movies ($339 million). Collectibles also saw robust growth at 45%, reaching $32 million, while fulfillment fee revenue rose by 26% due to expanded logistics services. Management highlighted plans for the upcoming year that include improving cash conversion and leveraging AI tools in sales and marketing.
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