Tilray Brands Reports Historic Quarterly Revenue Amid Diverging Segment Performance

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Tilray Brands has announced operational results for its second quarter, delivering a record-breaking top-line figure that surpassed market projections. The cannabis and consumer packaged goods company achieved this milestone even as one of its core business divisions continues to face significant market challenges.

The company posted net revenue of $217.5 million, marking a 3% increase year-over-year and establishing a new record for a second fiscal quarter. This result came in above the Wall Street consensus estimate of $211.15 million. Concurrently, Tilray managed to dramatically reduce its net loss by 49% to $43.5 million. On a per-share basis, the adjusted loss of $0.02 aligned precisely with analyst forecasts.

Chief Executive Irwin D. Simon attributed the performance to disciplined execution across the firm's diversified portfolio. A sharp focus on profitability yielded a substantially improved operating cash flow compared to the same period last year.

Beverage Division Presents Ongoing Headwinds

Not all segments contributed positively to the quarter. The beverage unit, in particular, saw revenue decline by 21% to $50.1 million. This downturn reflects broader weakness in the craft beer market. The division's gross margin also contracted, falling from 40% to 31%. Management is addressing these issues through an optimization initiative dubbed "Project 420," which is targeted to achieve $33 million in annual cost savings by the fourth quarter.

International and Pharmaceutical Segments Drive Growth

In contrast, the international cannabis business emerged as a powerful growth engine, surging by an impressive 36%. Tilray is successfully expanding its European footprint despite ongoing regulatory transitions in key markets such as Germany and Portugal. This segment's gross margin rose significantly to 39%.

The pharmaceutical arm, Tilray Pharma, also delivered standout results, generating record revenue of $85.3 million—a 26% year-over-year increase. The company plans to fuel further expansion in this area through strategic partnerships with thousands of pharmacies.

Strengthened Balance Sheet and Market Response

Tilray's financial foundation has solidified. The company now holds $291.6 million in cash and cash equivalents and has converted a prior net debt position into a net financial benefit of approximately $27.4 million. Leadership reaffirmed its full-year guidance for adjusted EBITDA, which remains in the range of $62 to $72 million.

The financial figures, released on January 8, initially spurred buying interest. Shares advanced nearly 7% in after-hours trading, though those gains were later relinquished. The stock closed at $9.18 on January 10. Investors should note that a 1-for-10 reverse stock split was executed on December 2, 2025.

Attention now turns to the next quarterly report, scheduled for April 2026. Market participants will be watching closely to see if the stabilization efforts in the beverage segment gain traction and to monitor the company's progress in preparing for a potential federal reclassification of cannabis in the United States.