Kura Sushi USA Inc. (KRUS) reports earnings

The report was filed on January 7, 2025

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Kura Sushi USA Inc. (KRUS+2.07%) has submitted its 10-Q filing for the quarterly period ended November 30, 2024.

The filing reports sales of $64.5 million, an increase from $51.5 million in the same period the previous year. This growth is attributed to the opening of sixteen new restaurants and increases in menu prices.

Food and beverage costs rose to $18.7 million from $15.4 million, primarily due to the new restaurant openings. As a percentage of sales, these costs decreased slightly due to menu price increases.

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Labor and related costs increased to $21.2 million from $16.4 million, driven by additional labor costs for new restaurants and increased wage rates.

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Occupancy and related expenses were $4.8 million, up from $3.9 million, due to lease expenses for the new restaurants. As a percentage of sales, these expenses decreased slightly.

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Depreciation and amortization expenses rose to $3.1 million from $2.5 million, reflecting costs associated with new restaurant openings.

General and administrative expenses were $8.7 million, a slight increase from $8.6 million, primarily due to compensation-related costs.

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The company reported an operating loss of $1.5 million, an improvement from a loss of $2.8 million in the previous year.

Net loss for the quarter was $961,000, compared to a net loss of $2.0 million in the prior year.

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Cash provided by operating activities was $4.4 million, while cash used in investing activities was $12.5 million, primarily for property and equipment purchases.

Cash from financing activities was $64.8 million, largely due to proceeds from a public offering of common stock.

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Kura Sushi USA Inc. plans to open a total of 14 new restaurants in fiscal year 2025, expecting increased revenue and operating costs.

The filing includes details on related party transactions with Kura Japan, stock-based compensation, and legal proceedings.

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This content was summarized by generative artificial intelligence using public filings retrieved from SEC.gov. The original data was derived from the Kura Sushi USA Inc. quarterly 10-Q report dated January 7, 2025. To report an error, please email earnings@qz.com.