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Lifeway Foods Inc is engaged in manufacturing probiotic, cultured, functional dairy health food products. Its primary product is drinkable kefir which is a cultured dairy product. Its product categories are Drinkable Kefir which is the key revenue-driving product, European-style soft cheeses, Cream, ProBugs, Frozen Kefir and Other dairy. The company manufacture and market products under the Lifeway and Fresh Made brand names, as well as under private labels on behalf of customers. It sells the products primarily through direct sales force, brokers, and distributors.

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<li>Company also announces unaudited preliminary fourth quarter net sales between $45.1 million to $46.6 million</li>
<li>Full year 2024 preliminary unaudited net sales are projected to range between $185.0 million and $186.5 million compared to $160.1 million in 2023</li>
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MORTON GROVE, Ill., Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --&nbsp;Lifeway Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LWAY#NASDAQ">LWAY</a>) ("Lifeway" or the "Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today announced that its Board of Directors (the "Board") has responded to the December 30, 2024 letter sent to Lifeway by Danone North America PBC ("Danone") reaffirming that the Company rejected Danone's offer to acquire the Company because it severely undervalues the Company, based on analysis by the Company's independent financial and legal advisors. The Board reiterated that it is not opposed to a sale at a price that more accurately reflects the true value of the Company.

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Lifeway Foods Responds To Letter From Danone North America PBC Reaffirming Rejection Of Unsolicited Takeover Offer; Also Announces Unaudited Preliminary Q4 Net Sales Between $45.1M-$46.6M; FY24 Preliminary Unaudited Net Sales Are Projected To Range Between $185M-$186.5M Compared To $160.1M In 2023

ifeway Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LWAY#NASDAQ">LWAY</a>) (the "Company" or "Lifeway"), the leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today provided additional information regarding the reasons that its Board of Directors rejected the revised unsolicited proposal made on November 15, 2024 by Danone North America PBC ("Danone") to acquire all the shares of Lifeway that it does not already own for $27.00 per share.
The Board determined that Danone's $27.00 per share proposal substantially undervalues the Company. The Board is not, however, opposed to the sale of the Company at any price.
The Board has carefully evaluated the Company's standalone plan&nbsp;and believes it has strong potential to provide superior value to all shareholders as compared to Danone's revised proposal. The Board takes its fiduciary duties seriously and is committed to acting in the best interests of all of the Company's shareholders and other stakeholders.

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Lifeway Foods Rejects Danone's $27 Per Share Acquisition Proposal, Citing Undervaluation Of The Company

Edward And Ludmila Smolyansky Urge Lifeway Foods To Form Special Committee To Evaluate Danone's $27 Per Share Cash Offer Amid Board's Rejection And Legal Disputes

Lifeway Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LWAY#NASDAQ">LWAY</a>) shares are trading lower on Wednesday after the company&#8217;s Board of Directors rejected a revised unsolicited <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/n42085549/lifeway-foods-rejects-revised-unsolicited-proposal-from-danone" rel="noreferrer noopener">acquisition proposal from </a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/n42085549/lifeway-foods-rejects-revised-unsolicited-proposal-from-danone" rel="noreferrer noopener">Danone North America PBC</a>.
The proposal on November 15 offered $27.00 per share to acquire all of Lifeway&#8217;s shares that Danone does not already own.
After careful evaluation, including consultations with independent financial and legal advisors, the Lifeway Board determined that the offer significantly undervalued the company and was not in the best interests of Lifeway&#8217;s shareholders or other stakeholders.
According to a recent Schedule 13D amendment filing, Danone beneficially owns approximately&nbsp;23.3%&nbsp;of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42019636" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lifeway&#8217;s outstanding common stock.</a>
On&nbsp;November 5, 2024, Lifeway announced that its Board had rejected Danone&#8217;s initial unsolicited, non-binding proposal of&nbsp;$25.00&nbsp;per share, citing that it <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41745068" rel="noreferrer noopener">substantially undervalued the company.</a>
Lifeway said it remains committed to its strategic plan of expanding its kefir offerings while also branching into adjacent product categories.
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The company reported growth in its third-quarter 2024 results, achieving its 20th consecutive quarter of growth with double-digit year-over-year revenue growth and improved profit margins.
Lifeway said it generated a total shareholder return of 788% over the past five years, vastly outperforming its food and beverage industry peers and the S&amp;P 500.
In line with its growth momentum, Lifeway has also announced the launch of a new functional beverage: Probiotic Smoothie + Collagen <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/n42089631/lifeway-foods-announces-latest-innovation-probiotic-smoothie-collagen" rel="noreferrer noopener">made with kefir cultures. </a>This product comes in four flavors—Matcha Latte, Berry Blast, Tropical Fruit, and Plain—and contains 5 grams of collagen per serving. It is also lactose-free, capitalizing on the growing consumer demand for lactose-free dairy alternatives.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, LWAY stock has gained over 56% in the past year.
Price Action: LWAY shares are trading lower by 5.72% to $23.89 at last check Wednesday.
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What's Going On With Lifeway Stock After Rejecting Revised Acquisition Offer From Danone?

Lifeway Foods Announced That Its Board Of Directors Has Rejected The Revised Unsolicited Proposal Made On November 15, 2024 By Danone North America To Acquire All The Shares Of Lifeway That It Does Not Already Own For $27.00 Per Share

Lifeway Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LWAY#NASDAQ">LWAY</a>) ("Lifeway" or the "Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, confirmed that it has received a revised, unsolicited, non-binding proposal from Danone North America PBC ("Danone") to acquire all outstanding shares of common stock of Lifeway it does not already own for $27.00 per share in cash. According to the Schedule 13D amendment filed today with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission disclosing the revised proposal, Danone beneficially owns approximately 23.3% of Lifeway's outstanding common stock.
On November 5, 2024, Lifeway announced that its Board of Directors (the "Board") had rejected Danone's initial unsolicited, non-binding proposal to acquire all the shares of Lifeway that it does not already own for $25.00 per share because the Board determined that the initial proposal substantially undervalued Lifeway and was not in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders and other stakeholders.
Consistent with its fiduciary duties, Lifeway's board of directors, in consultation with its independent outside advisors, will carefully review and evaluate the revised proposal to determine the course of action that it believes is in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders and other stakeholders.
The Company does not undertake any obligation to provide any updates with respect to this or any other proposal or transaction, except as required under applicable law.
Lifeway shareholders do not need to take any action at this time.
Evercore is serving as a financial advisor to Lifeway and Sidley Austin LLP is serving as legal counsel to Lifeway.

Lifeway Foods Confirms Receipt Of Revised, Unsolicited, Non-Binding Proposal From Danone  To Acquire All Outstanding Shares Of Common Stock Of Lifeway It Does Not Already Own For $27.00 Per Share In Cash

U.S. stocks were lower, with the Dow Jones index falling around 300 points on Friday.
Shares of Despegar.com, Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DESP#NYSE">DESP</a>) rose sharply during Friday's session after the company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DESP/earnings">better-than-expected third-quarter sales.</a>
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Danone North America PBC Sent Second Letter To Lifeway Foods To Express Disappointment In Board's Response To Initial Proposal; Reiterates Danone North America PBC's Strong Commitment To Proposed Transaction; Updated Proposal, Danone North America PBC Increased Offer For Proposed Transaction From $25.00/Share To $27.00/Share

Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LWAY#NASDAQ">LWAY</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.19 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.27 by 29.63 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $46.095 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $49.750 million by 7.35 percent. This is a 12.71 percent increase over sales of $40.896 million the same period last year.

Earnings Misses

Lifeway Foods Q3 2024 GAAP EPS $0.19 Misses $0.27 Estimate, Sales $46.095M Miss $49.750M Estimate

Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LWAY#NASDAQ">LWAY</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Thursday, 2024-11-14. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.
Analysts anticipate Lifeway Foods to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.27.
The announcement from Lifeway Foods is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Earnings Track Record</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.05, leading to a 6.84% increase in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at Lifeway Foods's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
<th>Q3 2023</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.20</td>
<td>0.24</td>
<td>0.21</td>
<td>0.16</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.25</td>
<td>0.16</td>
<td>0.26</td>
<td>0.23</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>7.000000000000001%</td>
<td>-6.0%</td>
<td>9.0%</td>
<td>39.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731521045_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Tracking Lifeway Foods's Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Lifeway Foods were trading at $24.15 as of November 12. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 57.14%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders should be satisfied going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Views on Lifeway Foods</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Lifeway Foods.
Lifeway Foods has received a total of 1 ratings from analysts, with the consensus rating as Outperform. With an average one-year price target of $25.0, the consensus suggests a potential 3.52% upside.
<h3>Peer Ratings Overview</h3>
This comparison focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of and Mama`s Creations, three major players in the industry, shedding light on their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>For Mama`s Creations, analysts project an Buy trajectory, with an average 1-year price target of $10.0, indicating a potential 58.59% downside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Peer Metrics Summary</h3>
The peer analysis summary offers a detailed examination of key metrics for and Mama`s Creations, providing valuable insights into their respective standings within the industry and their market positions and comparative performance.

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Lifeway Foods</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>25.30%</td>
<td>$13.28M</td>
<td>5.75%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mama`s Creations</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>14.49%</td>
<td>$6.88M</td>
<td>5.38%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Lifeway Foods ranks higher than its peers in terms of revenue growth and gross profit. However, it has a lower return on equity compared to its peers. Overall, Lifeway Foods is positioned favorably among its peers based on the provided metrics.
<h3>About Lifeway Foods</h3>
Lifeway Foods Inc is engaged in manufacturing probiotic, cultured, functional dairy health food products. Its primary product is drinkable kefir which is a cultured dairy product. Its product categories are Drinkable Kefir which is the key revenue-driving product, European-style soft cheeses, Cream, ProBugs, Frozen Kefir and Other dairy. The company manufacture and market products under the Lifeway and Fresh Made brand names, as well as under private labels on behalf of customers. It sells the products primarily through direct sales force, brokers, and distributors.
<h3>Key Indicators: Lifeway Foods's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Lifeway Foods's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 25.3% as of 30 June, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: Lifeway Foods's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 7.7%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Lifeway Foods's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 5.75%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Lifeway Foods's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 4.51%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.0, Lifeway Foods adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LWAY/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Lifeway Foods visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Exploring Lifeway Foods's Earnings Expectations

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Lifeway Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LWAY#NASDAQ">LWAY</a>) ("Lifeway" or the "Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today announced that its Board of Directors (the "Board") has rejected the unsolicited proposal made on September 23, 2024 by Danone North America PBC ("Danone") to acquire all the shares of Lifeway that it does not already own for $25.00 per share.
After careful and thorough consideration, conducted in consultation with its independent financial and legal advisors, the Board determined that Danone's opportunistic proposal substantially undervalues Lifeway and is not in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders or other stakeholders. In addition, in response to Danone's proposal and its substantial ownership position in the Company, the Board adopted a limited duration shareholder rights plan, effective immediately (the "Rights Plan").

Management

Lifeway Foods Rejects Proposal To Acquire All The Shares Of Lifeway That It Does Not Already Own For $25.00 Per Share From Danone; Adopts Limited Duration Shareholder Rights Plan

According to the Schedule 13D amendment filed yesterday with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission disclosing the proposal,&nbsp;Danone beneficially owns approximately&nbsp;23.4%&nbsp;of Lifeway&#39;s outstanding common stock.
Lifeway shareholders do not need to take any action at this time.&nbsp;

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Noble Capital Markets analyst Joe Gomes downgrades Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LWAY#NASDAQ">LWAY</a>) from Outperform to Market Perform.

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Noble Capital Markets Downgrades Lifeway Foods to Market Perform

Noble Capital Markets analyst Joe Gomes maintains Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LWAY#NASDAQ">LWAY</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $20 to $25.

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Noble Capital Markets Maintains Outperform on Lifeway Foods, Raises Price Target to $25

Lifeway Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LWAY#NASDAQ">LWAY</a>) shares are <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" rel="noreferrer noopener">trading higher on Tuesday.</a>
The company reported second-quarter earnings per share of 25 cents, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/08/n40337645/lifeway-foods-announces-record-results-for-the-second-quarter-ended-june-30-2024" rel="noreferrer noopener">beating the analyst consensus of 21 cents.</a>
The company registered net sales of&nbsp;$49.2 million in the quarter under review, up 25.3% year over year, driven by <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lifeway Kefir&#8217;s volume growth. </a>Sales outpaced the street view of $45.50 million.
&#8220;Accompanying the very strong, volume-led topline growth, we continued to enhance our profitability profile with solid gross margins and strong net income growth, a testament to the seamless operational execution of our whole Lifeway team,&#8221; commented&nbsp;Julie Smolyansky, President and Chief Executive Officer of Lifeway Foods.&nbsp;
Gross profit as a percentage of net sales was 27.0% for the second quarter ended&nbsp;June 30, 2024. Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales were 15.8% for the second quarter.
&#8220;We are thrilled with our results in the first half of 2024, and will continue to strategically invest behind the Lifeway brand to drive velocities, win new customers and position ourself to deliver more outstanding performances through the second half of this year and beyond,&#8221; Smolyansky added.
The company exited the quarter with cash and equivalents worth $14.6 million. Inventories, at the end of the quarter, stood at $8.454 million.
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In another development, son and mother&nbsp;Edward and Ludmila Smolyansky, significant shareholders of Lifeway Foods, announced filing a consent statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, marking the launch of their &#8220;Life Back to Lifeway&#8221; campaign.
The campaign seeks to replace the health food company&#8217;s current Board, including CEO&nbsp;Julie Smolyansky.
Lifeway Foods was founded by&nbsp;Michael Smolyansky&nbsp;in 1986. When Michael passed away in 2002, his children Julie and Edward took over leadership.
&#8220;Under my sister Julie&#8217;s authority, Lifeway has been on autopilot for far too long, missing critical market opportunities due to a lack of strategic vision,&#8221; said&nbsp;Edward Smolyansky, former COO of Lifeway Foods.&nbsp;
Earlier in 2022, Lifeway Foods entered an agreement with Edward and Ludmila Smolyansky, who agreed to withdraw their director nominations.
Ludmila Smolyansky, co-founder and former Chairperson of Lifeway Foods, added, &#8220;The company, started by my husband and me in 1986, needs a fresh direction that honors its legacy while securing its future. A new path forward will benefit everyone — our employees, our shareholders, and even my daughter Julie.&#8221;
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/39886263">According to a July press release</a>, Ludmila and Edward Smolyansky beneficially owned approximately 29% of the outstanding common stock of Lifeway Foods and urged immediate termination of Julie Smolyansky&#8217;s &#8220;Chief of Staff&#8221; and spouse, Jason Burdeen, a former jeweler.
Price Action: LWAY shares are trading higher by 47.1% to $16.49 at last check Tuesday.
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Edward and Ludmila Smolyansky Support Danone Bid to Acquire Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ: LWAY)

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