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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (RMCF)
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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (RMCF) Price & Analysis

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RMCF Stock Chart & Stats

$1.51
$0.15(5.31%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$1.51
$0.15(5.31%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Improved LeverageThe material reduction in debt-to-equity meaningfully lowers interest and refinancing pressure, improving financial flexibility for franchise support, remodels and ecommerce investments. Lower leverage reduces near-term solvency risk and increases optionality for execution of the turnaround plan.
Franchise Development PipelineA committed 40-location pipeline plus focus on multi-unit franchisees creates a durable, low-capex growth vector. Franchising scales royalties and product sales with limited corporate investment, diversifies geographic exposure and can provide steady recurring revenue if execution and franchisee economics hold.
Margin Mix And Cost ReductionsSustained gross-margin mix improvement and demonstrated cost reductions (SKU rationalization, production efficiencies) indicate structural progress toward profitability. If maintained, these cost and throughput gains improve operating leverage and raise the breakeven revenue level for long-term viability.
Bears Say
Persistent Cash BurnMulti-year negative operating and free cash flow show the business is consuming cash rather than self-funding growth or remodels. Continued cash burn raises reliance on external funding, limits runway for franchise support and ecommerce investments, and heightens execution risk if losses persist.
Revenue Decline & Assortment MissA large, structural revenue hit from a misaligned packaged assortment and a ~24% YoY revenue decline demonstrate vulnerability in merchandising and product-market fit. Such misses reduce recurring wholesale/franchise purchases, weaken consumer trust, and make revenue recovery dependent on flawless product and execution fixes.
Thin Liquidity Despite ImprovementAbsolute cash remains modest relative to outstanding debt and operating needs. A $1.2M cash balance against $6.6M debt and material inventory ties up working capital, leaving a thin liquidity cushion that could force dilutive financing or constrain investment if execution stalls.

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RMCF FAQ

What was Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory’s price range in the past 12 months?
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory lowest stock price was $0.84 and its highest was $2.99 in the past 12 months.
    What is Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory’s market cap?
    Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory’s market cap is $10.29M.
      When is Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 09, 2026 which is in 4 days.
        How were Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory’s earnings last quarter?
        Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory released its earnings results on Jun 01, 2026. The company reported -$0.417 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -$0.417.
          Is Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory pay dividends?
            Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.12 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory dividends here
              What is Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory’s EPS estimate?
              Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory have?
              Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory has 9,439,589 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory reported an EPS of -$0.417 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.076%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in RMCF
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

                    Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. (RMCF) operates primarily within the confectionery industry, functioning as a franchisor, a manufacturer, and a direct retail operator of sweet treats. The company's business activities are categorized into five distinct segments: Franchising, Manufacturing, Retail Stores, U-Swirl Operations, and a general "Other" category. RMCF boasts an extensive product line, creating approximately 400 different varieties of chocolate candies, including popular selections like clusters, caramels, creams, toffees, mints, and truffles. Beyond its chocolate offerings, the company provides 15 unique types of caramel apples, which are prepared fresh in individual stores, as well as serving ice cream, coffee, and various other sundry items. As of March 31, 2022, RMCF maintained a significant retail presence. Its signature Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory stores included two company-owned locations, 99 owned by licensees, and 159 franchised establishments, spread across 37 U.S. states and internationally in South Korea, Panama, and the Philippines. Additionally, the company oversaw three company-owned and 63 franchised or licensed cafés situated in 22 states and Qatar. Further diversifying its portfolio, RMCF also operates self-serve frozen yogurt establishments under several brand names, such as U-Swirl, Yogurtini, CherryBerry, Yogli Mogli Frozen Yogurt, Fuzzy Peach Frozen Yogurt, Let's Yo!, and Aspen Leaf Yogurt. The firm has forged a strategic alliance with Edible Arrangements, LLC, and its associated entities to supply branded chocolate products. Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Durango, Colorado.

                    Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (RMCF) Earnings & Revenues

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                    RMCF Earnings Call

                    Q4 2026
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
                    The call highlights meaningful operational progress: margin mix improvement, cost reductions, promising store remodel results, a healthy pipeline of 40 committed franchise developments, and planned ecommerce and packaging fixes. However, these positives are offset in the near term by a significant revenue decline (~24% total revenue, ~28% product sales), a widened net loss ($3.4M), a $1.5M packaged sales shortfall, and several one-time disruption costs. Management presented concrete remediation steps (consumer research, reconfigured packaging by Labor Day, negotiated shipping rates, POS analytics, and focused franchise growth) that support a path to recovery, but near-term financial weakness and execution risk remain material.View all RMCF earnings summaries
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                    65.69%1.89%3.73%27.42%
                    65.69% Insiders
                    3.73% Other Institutional Investors
                    27.42% Public Companies and
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