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Q2 Activities Report & Appendix 4C
Period Ended 30 June 2025
Q2 2025 Overview
•
Revenue and receipts rebounded: Q2 revenue rose to $4.1M, up 10.8% YoY and $640K above
Q1. Customer receipts of $4.3M were $740K higher than Q1, bringing H1 receipts to $7.9M,
$1.3M above the prior year.
•
Cash conversion improvement: Receipts exceeded reported revenue in both Q1 and Q2,
reflecting improved customer payment cycles and stronger working capital discipline.
•
Gross margin stable; uplift expected: Group gross margin remained steady in Q2 at 35.9% (Q1:
36.8%). An improving revenue mix toward higher-margin e-commerce and core brands is
expected to support margin expansion in H2.
•
Operating cost containment underway: Aggressive cost control measures are being
implemented with a focus on overhead reduction, SKU rationalisation and supply
chain/procurement optimisation to materially reduce the operating cost base from H2 onwards.
•
Funding secured to support final push to profit: Closing cash of $1.1M as of 30 June was
supplemented by a $1.35M 12-month secured debt facility and $150K equity raise.
•
Brand portfolio delivering mixed results: The Healthy Chef posted its strongest quarter since
acquisition, Hemp Foods rebounded, and Mt Elephant returned to growth. Soul Seeds is being
consolidated into Hemp Foods. Elixinol USA paused marketing ahead of brand refresh.
•
Product innovation progressing: Launch of Menopause+ marks entry into the well-ageing
category. H2 pipeline includes new Healthy Chef protein waters, functional snacking SKUs, and
sustainable product formats.
Elixinol Wellness: Q2 Revenue & Receipts
Elixinol Wellness Ltd (ASX:EXL) provides its Activities Report and Appendix 4C for the quarter ending 30 June 2025
Q2 Rebound: Revenue & Receipts
Group Revenue ($M)
• Revenue rebounded in Q2: Group revenue and receipts both improved from
Q1’s softer than anticipated performance. Q2 revenue of $4.1M was 10.8%
higher than the same period last year and $640K ahead of Q1.
• Customer receipts of $4.3M, up $740K from Q1. Total receipts for H1 FY25
reached $7.9M, $1.3M above the prior corresponding period. Receipts
exceeded reported revenue in both quarters, indicating improved customer
payment cycles and stronger cash conversion.
• Unaudited H1 revenue of $7.6M was 11.8% higher than H1 FY24. However,
softness in Q1 and a still-challenging retail environment continue to weigh on
the top line.
• Cost discipline remains a key priority in FY25, with ongoing measures
focused on margin enhancement and cash preservation.
4.5
4.0
3.5
3.0
2.5
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.5
Q1-23
Q2
Q3
Q4 Q1-24 Q2
Q3
Australia
Americas
Q4
Q1-25
Q2
Q2 Brand Performance
• The Healthy Chef achieved its strongest quarter since acquisition, driven
by the successful menopause product launch and a more targeted digital
strategy. New promotional mechanics and simplified content are being tested
to boost engagement.
Sales Revenue by Brand
$5,000,000
$4,500,000
$4,000,000
• Mt Elephant returned to growth, delivering its best quarter in three periods.
Despite reduced SKUs and store footprint since late 2024, the streamlined
range is gaining traction with key retail partners.
$3,500,000
$3,000,000
$2,500,000
$2,000,000
• Hemp Foods Australia rebounded strongly, outperforming Q1 and
matching Q2 FY24, despite no new launches (vs. 12 SKUs in Q2 last year).
Core products (hemp seeds, oil, and protein) remain the key growth drivers.
$1,500,000
$1,000,000
$500,000
$-
• Ananda / Soul Seeds sales softened due to Woolworths Macro's move to
dual supply and the planned consolidation of Soul Seeds into Hemp Foods
Australia. The integration simplifies the portfolio and strengthens brand focus.
• The Australian Superfood Co reported a softer quarter, impacted by
order timing and the loss of a major customer. Momentum is expected to
return in H2, supported by a clear recovery strategy.
• Bulk Ingredients delivered a strong quarter, up on both Q1 and the prior
year. The business remains focused on driving profitability, improving
systems, and lifting operational efficiency.
Q2 2024
Q3 2024
Q4 2024
Q1 2025
Hemp Foods Australia
The Healthy Chef
Bulk Ingredient
Elixinol Americas
Ananda / Soul Seeds
Mt Elephant
Aust Superfood Co
Field Day
Q2 2025
Elixinol USA: As part of preparations for an upcoming brand refresh, marketing activity
was slowed, resulting in a softer quarter. Key strategic milestones were achieved during
Q2, including detailed customer segmentation analysis, rebranding, and development of
a new digital strategy.
Q2 Channel Dynamics
Revenue mix continues to shift toward channels with stronger margins and
deeper customer connection. This trend supports the Group’s longer-term focus
on margin-accretive growth and profitability.
Sales Revenue by Channel
$5,000,000
•
•
E-Commerce / DTC: Strong quarter overall. E-commerce delivered a strong
quarter, with E-Commerce Australia reaching a new record of $1.24M, up 30%
on Q1 FY25. Growth was driven by The Healthy Chef and targeted campaign
activity. In the U.S., E-Commerce Americas softened to $330K, reflecting a
temporary reduction in marketing spend as the business completed its
rebranding and developed a new digital strategy. Margins remain strong across
both regions.
Grocery / Costco: Grocery and Costco rebounded to $1.1M in Q2, up from
$740K in Q1. This reflects improved performance by Mt Elephant following its
range reset, and Hemp Foods Australia’s gold protein retail expansion. Velocity
and replenishment frequency are improvi ng.
•
Distributor / Wholesale: Revenue was $800K in Q2, down from $920K the
previous quarter. This was mostly driven by disrupted ordering from a major a
distributor following their acquisition.
•
Bulk Ingredients: Sales increased to $650K in Q2, up from $440K in Q1. This
improvement reflects momentum in the Group’s B2B segment following a
subdued first quarter.
$4,500,000
$4,000,000
$3,500,000
$3,000,000
$2,500,000
$2,000,000
$1,500,000
$1,000,000
$500,000
$-
Q2 2024
Q3 2024
Q4 2024
Q1 2025
Bulk Ingredients
Distributor / Wholesale
E-Commerce - Australia
E-Commerce - Americas
Q2 2025
Healthy Chef Expansion into
Longevity & Well Ageing
During Q2 , Elixinol launched The Healthy Chef Menopause+, a new product
targeting the high-growth menopause and longevity segment, which is
projected to reach US$432.5 million by 2030*.
• Menopause+ is a TGA Listed, science-led formulation designed to support
women from perimenopause through to post-menopause. Unlike
traditional capsules, it is available in a convenient powder format, and
includes ingredients that support bone health, collagen production, thyroid
function, stress resilience, and blood sugar balance.
• The launch marks the Group’s entry into the well-ageing segment and
reflects The Healthy Chef’s product development capabilities. With over 6.7
million Australian women aged 40–60, this product addresses a defined
market opportunity. Menopause+ may also form the basis for future
product development focused on women’s health across life stages.
* Australia Menopause Market Size & Outlook, 2024-2030. Grandview
Research
Margins, Operating Costs & Funding
Margin Uplift
•
•
•
Group gross
margin
was stable
Q2 37%
FY25 at
(Q1: 36.8%),
with
• Group
gross
marginin of
in 35.9%
Q1 FY25
(40% in
Q4margin
FY24), Margin
performance
steady
in
Australia
and
slightly
higher
in
the
U.S.
An
improving
channel
improvement is expected each quarter through 2025, supported
by a shift
mix, particularly
toward
e-commerce,
is expectedsales,
to support
margin
expansion
in
towards
higher-margin
ecommerce
refined
pricing
strategies,
and
H2.
enhanced procurement efficiencies.
Operating
in Q2
remained
Costs included
inventory
• payments
Q1 operating
costs
were high.
temporarily
elevatedseasonal
due to non-recurring
closure
investmentand
aligned
with
the
annual
harvest
cycle
for
native
ingredients
and
hemp.
redundancy costs, and a full quarter of the integrated Healthy Chef
The Group is
executing
rigorous cost containment
program, including
overhead
team.
Thesea non-recurring
expenses, combined
with ongoing
streamlining
reduction, SKU
rationalisation,
and supply
chain optimisation,
aimed
at achieving
initiatives,
are expected
to materially
reduce the
Group’s
operating cost
profitability.base from Q2 FY25 onwards.
Sales Mix 2024
18%
Ecomm
50%
Ingredient
32%
Retail
Q2 operating cash outflows were $757K. Cost and margin initiatives are expected to
Funding position
drive improved cash performance in the second half.
• Cash balance: Closing cash balance of $1.1M as at 30 June March 2025.
Funding position
• Access to finance: The Group has secured access to additional financing,
including trade debtor facilities and working capital loans via e-commerce
• Closing cash balance of $1.1M as of 30 June 2025.
platforms, supporting inventory growth and operational scaling. The
Company remains focused on achieving sustained profitability through
• During the quarter, the Group raised $150K in equity funding and secured a $1.35M
margin-accretive revenue growth, disciplined cost control, and enhanced
12-month debt facility at an interest rate of 12% payable on maturity (31 May 2026).
capital management.
Existing finance facilities remain available, with $155K undrawn at quarter end.
Target Sales Mix 2025
42%
39%
Ecomm
Related Party Statement
Related Party
Statementof $109K were made to related parties during Q2 comprising fees
• Payments
and salary to CEO/Executive Director and Non-Executive Directors .
• Payments of $109K were made to related parties during Q2 comprising fees and
salary to the CEO/Executive Director and Non-Executive Directors.
Ingredient
19%
Retail
H2 Strategic Imperatives
Operational efficiency and cost restructure
• The Company is finalising post-merger systems integration to eliminate
duplication and unlock additional operating efficiencies. A restructure of the
Australian business is also underway to simplify reporting lines and improve
execution. Facility and supplier base optimisation initiatives are being
implemented to reduce overheads and increase throughput.
Margin and portfolio optimisation
• Margin uplift in H2 will be driven by a strategic review of the Group’s product
portfolio. Approximately 15% of SKUs are being rationalised to remove
unprofitable lines and streamline operations. Promotional investment is also
being recalibrated to defend margin while supporting volume growth.
Launch of high-potential innovations
• Three new Healthy Chef protein waters are scheduled for Q4 2025, leveraging
growth in the functional hydration category. National rollout of Soul Seed’s
healthy snacking range continues, positioning the brand in Australia’s $1.7
billion better-for-you segment. Additional Mt Elephant innovations are planned
for Q4, including a world-first sustainable pancake mix with pour-packaging
and a co-branded cookie developed with PICS Peanut Butter.
Authorised for release by the EXL Board.
For further information please contact
Natalie Butler, CEO/Executive Director
natalie.butler@elixinolwellness.com
Note: None of the information included in this announcement should be considered individually material, unless
specifically stated. All figures in this announcement are provided on an unaudited basis. This Report may include certain
statements, estimates, or projections with respect to the anticipated future performance of the Group, and any ongoing or
future projects. These statements, estimates or projections are based on assumptions about future events and
management actions that may not necessarily take place and are subject to significant uncertainties. No representation
is made as to the accuracy of those statements, estimates or projections.
About Elixinol Wellness
Elixinol Wellness Limited (ASX: EXL) is a leader in the global hemp industry, innovating, marketing, and selling hemp and
other plant-derived food, skincare, and nutraceutical products:
In Australia, Elixinol Wellness operates a vertically integrated business which produces, manufactures, and distributes a
range of highly complementary products delivered across four verticals – human nutrition, human wellness, pet wellness
and superfood ingredients. These products are sold under brands including Hemp Foods Australia, Mt Elephant, The Healthy Chef,
Ananda Food, Soul Foods and Field Day and are sold through grocery, wholesale, and e-commerce channels. The Australian
Superfood Co also supplies Australian natives and superfood ingredients to white label customers as well as food,
beverage, and beauty manufacturers.
Elixinol USA sells high quality Elixinol branded hemp and other plant-derived nutraceutical and skincare products.
See more at www.elixinolwellness.com
Rule 4.7B
Appendix 4C
Quarterly cash flow report for entities
subject to Listing Rule 4.7B
Name of entity
Elixinol Wellness Limited
ABN
Quarter ended (“current quarter”)
34 621 479 794
30 June 2025
Consolidated statement of cash flows
Current quarter
$A’000
Year to date
(6 months)
$A’000
4,343
7,947
-
-
(b) product manufacturing and operating
costs
(2,828)
(4,853)
(c) advertising and marketing
(464)
(885)
(d) leased assets
(22)
(43)
(e) staff costs
(1,082)
(2,138)
(f)
(622)
(1,201)
1.
Cash flows from operating activities
1.1
Receipts from customers
1.2
Payments for
(a) research and development
administration and corporate costs
1.3
Dividends received (see note 3)
-
-
1.4
Interest received
1
4
1.5
Interest and other costs of finance paid
(117)
(207)
1.6
Income taxes paid/(received)
-
-
1.7
Government grants and tax incentives
11
23
1.8
Other – non recurring
23
(30)
1.9
Net cash from / (used in) operating
activities
(757)
(1,383)
2.
Cash flows from investing activities
2.1
Payments to acquire or for:
(g) entities
-
-
(h) businesses
-
-
(i)
property, plant and equipment
(5)
(13)
(j)
investments
-
-
(k) intellectual property
(17)
(17)
-
-
(l)
other non-current assets
ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4C (17/07/20)
+ See chapter 19 of the ASX Listing Rules for defined terms.
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Consolidated statement of cash flows
2.2
Current quarter
$A’000
Year to date
(6 months)
$A’000
(a) entities
-
-
(b) businesses
-
-
(c) property, plant and equipment
-
-
(d) investments
-
-
(e) intellectual property
-
-
(f)
-
-
Proceeds from disposal of:
other non-current assets
2.3
Cash flows from loans to other entities
-
-
2.4
Dividends received (see note 3)
-
-
2.5
Cash acquired on equity settled business
combination
-
-
2.6
Net cash from / (used in) investing
activities
(22)
(30)
3.
Cash flows from financing activities
3.1
Proceeds from issues of equity securities
(excluding convertible debt securities)
150
150
3.2
Proceeds from issue of convertible debt
securities
-
-
3.3
Proceeds from exercise of options
-
-
3.4
Transaction costs related to issues of
equity securities or convertible debt
securities
(12)
(12)
3.5
Proceeds from borrowings
1,214
1,398
3.6
Repayment of borrowings (leases)
(48)
(95)
3.7
Transaction costs related to loans and
borrowings
-
-
3.8
Dividends paid
-
-
3.9
Other
-
-
3.10
Net cash from / (used in) financing
activities
1,304
1,441
4.
Net increase / (decrease) in cash and
cash equivalents for the period
4.1
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of
period
599
1,078
4.2
Net cash from / (used in) operating
activities (item 1.9 above)
(757)
(1,383)
ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4C (17/07/20)
+ See chapter 19 of the ASX Listing Rules for defined terms.
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Consolidated statement of cash flows
Current quarter
$A’000
Year to date
(6 months)
$A’000
4.3
Net cash from / (used in) investing activities
(item 2.6 above)
(22)
(30)
4.4
Net cash from / (used in) financing activities
(item 3.10 above)
1,304
1,441
4.5
Effect of movement in exchange rates on
cash held
(26)
(8)
4.6
Cash and cash equivalents at end of
period
1,098
1,098
5.
Reconciliation of cash and cash
equivalents
Current quarter
$A’000
Previous quarter
$A’000
at the end of the quarter (as shown in the
consolidated statement of cash flows) to the
related items in the accounts
5.1
Bank balances
1,098
599
5.2
Call deposits
-
-
5.3
Bank overdrafts
-
-
5.4
Other (provide details)
-
-
5.5
Cash and cash equivalents at end of
quarter (should equal item 4.6 above)
1,098
599
6.
Payments to related parties of the entity and their
associates
Current quarter
$A'000
6.1
Aggregate amount of payments to related parties and their
associates included in item 1
109
6.2
Aggregate amount of payments to related parties and their
associates included in item 2
-
Note: if any amounts are shown in items 6.1 or 6.2, your quarterly activity report must include a description of, and an
explanation for, such payments.
ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4C (17/07/20)
+ See chapter 19 of the ASX Listing Rules for defined terms.
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7.
Financing facilities
Note: the term “facility’ includes all forms of financing
arrangements available to the entity.
Add notes as necessary for an understanding of the
sources of finance available to the entity.
Total facility
amount at quarter
end
$A’000
Amount drawn at
quarter end
$A’000
7.1
Loan facilities
-
-
7.2
Credit standby arrangements
-
-
7.3
Other (please specify)
1,479
1,324
7.4
Total financing facilities
-
7.5
Unused financing facilities available at quarter end
155
7.6
Include in the box below a description of each facility above, including the lender, interest
rate, maturity date and whether it is secured or unsecured. If any additional financing
facilities have been entered into or are proposed to be entered into after quarter end,
include a note providing details of those facilities as well.
ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4C (17/07/20)
+ See chapter 19 of the ASX Listing Rules for defined terms.
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A Trade Debtor Finance facility of up to $1,500,000 and $300,000 for Trade finance was
established with Scottish Pacific Business Finance Pty Ltd (“ScotPac”), -on 20 December
2023. As of 30 June 2025, $657,000 was drawdown against the Trade Debtor facility and
$199,000 against the Trade finance facility. The total amount available to drawdown was
$1,011,000. The interest rate on these facilities is 10.66% on drawn-down amounts and is
secured against the assets of the Group’s subsidiary, Elixinol Wellness (Byron Bay) Pty Ltd.
The term of this facility is a minimum of two years from 20 December 2023.
On 11 March 2025, a PayPal Commerce Finance facility was established providing
$170,000 of access to e-commerce revenue in advance. As at 30 June 2025, the balance of
this facility was $48,000 with a term of 12 months with repayment of 30% of daily PayPal
receipts. The interest rate is a fixed fee of 13.6% of the initial facility balance. The facility is
secured against future PayPal receipts.
On 26 November 2024, an HCF Shopify Commerce Finance facility was established
providing $410,000 of access to e-commerce revenue in advance. As at 30 June 2025, the
balance of this facility was $311,000 with a term of 18 months with repayment of 17% of
daily Shopify sales. The interest rate is a fixed fee of 7.4% of the initial facility The facility is
secured against future Shopify receipts.
On 19 February 2025, an APH Shopify Commerce Finance facility was established
providing $20,000 of access to e-commerce revenue in advance. As at 30 June 2025, the
balance of this facility was $11,500 with a term of 18 months. with a repayment of 21% of
daily Shopify sales. The interest rate is a fixed fee of 10% of the initial facility balance. This
facility is secured against future Shopify receipts.
On 31 January 2025, an HFA Shopify Commerce Finance facility was established providing
$94,000 of access to e-commerce revenue in advance. On 25 June 2025 a further $60,000
was drawn down. As at 30 June 2025, the balance of this facility was $98,000 with a term
of 18 months with a repayment of 21% of daily Shopify sales. The interest rate is a fixed fee
of 7.4% of the initial facility balance. This facility is secured against future Shopify receipts.
During the quarter, the Company received a 12-month $1.35M via a secured debt facility
with a maturity date of 31 May 2026 and at an interest rate of 12% payable on maturity. The
security interest was granted by the Company's wholly owned US subsidiary (Elixinol
LLC) over Elixinol LLC's (present and future) inventory, property, equipment and bank
accounts in the United States.
8.
Estimated cash available for future operating activities
$A’000
8.1
Net cash from / (used in) operating activities (item 1.9)
(757)
8.2
Cash and cash equivalents at quarter end (item 4.6)
1,098
8.3
Unused finance facilities available at quarter end (item 7.5)
155
8.4
Total available funding (item 8.2 + item 8.3)
1,253
8.5
Estimated quarters of funding available (item 8.4 divided by
item 8.1)
1.7
Note: if the entity has reported positive net operating cash flows in item 1.9, answer item 8.5 as “N/A”. Otherwise, a
figure for the estimated quarters of funding available must be included in item 8.5.
ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4C (17/07/20)
+ See chapter 19 of the ASX Listing Rules for defined terms.
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8.6
If item 8.5 is less than 2 quarters, please provide answers to the following questions:
8.6.1
Does the entity expect that it will continue to have the current level of net operating
cash flows for the time being and, if not, why not?
The Company expects underlying net operating cash outflows to improve during H2 2025.
Margins and EBITDA are also anticipated to improve through overhead reduction, SKU
rationalisation and supply chain/procurement optimisation.
8.6.2
Has the entity taken any steps, or does it propose to take any steps, to raise further
cash to fund its operations and, if so, what are those steps and how likely does it
believe that they will be successful?
The Group has access to additional financing via e-commerce working capital funding and
other existing facilities able to be re-drawn as required. The ScotPac trade debtor and
inventory facilities will continue to support operations. The Group remains focused on
achieving sustained profitability through margin-accretive revenue growth, disciplined cost
control and enhanced capital management.
8.6.3
Does the entity expect to be able to continue its operations and to meet its business
objectives and, if so, on what basis?
The Company anticipates continuing operations and achieving its business objectives. It
plans to continue to utilise funding through existing working capital facilities to support these
goals. Importantly, it expects to reduce net cash outflows to achieve breakeven and
profitability through strict cost containment and reduction.
Note: where item 8.5 is less than 2 quarters, all of questions 8.6.1, 8.6.2 and 8.6.3 above must be answered.
Compliance statement
1
This statement has been prepared in accordance with accounting standards and policies
which comply with Listing Rule 19.11A.
2
This statement gives a true and fair view of the matters disclosed.
Date:
.....31 July 2025..............................................................................
Authorised by: ........By the Board of Directors...........................................................................
(Name of body or officer authorising release – see note 4)
Notes
1.
This quarterly cash flow report and the accompanying activity report provide a basis for informing the market about the
entity’s activities for the past quarter, how they have been financed and the effect this has had on its cash position. An
entity that wishes to disclose additional information over and above the minimum required under the Listing Rules is
encouraged to do so.
2.
If this quarterly cash flow report has been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, the definitions
in, and provisions of, AASB 107: Statement of Cash Flows apply to this report. If this quarterly cash flow report has been
prepared in accordance with other accounting standards agreed by ASX pursuant to Listing Rule 19.11A, the
corresponding equivalent standard applies to this report.
3.
Dividends received may be classified either as cash flows from operating activities or cash flows from investing activities,
depending on the accounting policy of the entity.
ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4C (17/07/20)
+ See chapter 19 of the ASX Listing Rules for defined terms.
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4.
If this report has been authorised for release to the market by your board of directors, you can insert here: “By the board”.
If it has been authorised for release to the market by a committee of your board of directors, you can insert here: “By the
[name of board committee – eg Audit and Risk Committee]”. If it has been authorised for release to the market by a
disclosure committee, you can insert here: “By the Disclosure Committee”.
5.
If this report has been authorised for release to the market by your board of directors and you wish to hold yourself out as
complying with recommendation 4.2 of the ASX Corporate Governance Council’s Corporate Governance Principles and
Recommendations, the board should have received a declaration from its CEO and CFO that, in their opinion, the financial
records of the entity have been properly maintained, that this report complies with the appropriate accounting standards
and gives a true and fair view of the cash flows of the entity, and that their opinion has been formed on the basis of a
sound system of risk management and internal control which is operating effectively.
ASX Listing Rules Appendix 4C (17/07/20)
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