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    Earnings call· Jun 2026(Q2 FY26)

    Local Bounti Corporation/DE Q2 FY26 earnings call LOCL

    Aug 12, 2026 Source

    Executive summary

    Local Bounti Q2 FY26 — Strong Revenue Growth and Improved Profitability Trajectory

    Local Bounti delivered solid Q2 FY26 results, marked by double-digit revenue growth and significant improvements in adjusted EBITDA and G&A, reinforcing its path towards profitability. The company is capitalizing on increased retailer focus on food safety and traceability, leveraging its controlled environment agriculture model. Strategic partnerships and operational efficiencies, including yield improvements and cost reductions, are driving performance, supported by recent capital injections.

    Highlights

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    • Revenue grew 14% year-over-year to $13.9 million.

    • Adjusted EBITDA loss improved 17% year-over-year to $5.8 million.

    • Adjusted G&A decreased 17% year-over-year to $4.1 million.

    • New retail partner launches in Mid-South (66 stores) and Rocky Mountain (110 stores) regions.

    • Tower upgrades across Georgia, Texas, and Washington facilities delivered approximately 10% higher yield capacity.

    Concerns

    2

    • Adjusted gross margin declined to 27% from 30% in the prior year period and 29% sequentially, due to temporary packing inefficiencies.

    • Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash decreased to $10.1 million at quarter-end from $18.8 million in Q1 FY26.

    Operational metrics

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    Revenue growth
    14%YoY
    Q2 FY26

    Revenue grew 14% year-over-year to $13.9 million.

    Revenue growth
    4%QoQ
    Q2 FY26

    Revenue grew approximately 4% sequentially from $13.3 million in the first quarter.

    Revenue growth
    15%YoY
    H1 FY26

    For the first half of the year, revenue is up 15% to $27.2 million.

    Adjusted EBITDA loss
    $5.8 million17% improvement YoY
    Q2 FY26

    Adjusted EBITDA loss for the second quarter was $5.8 million compared to a loss of $7.1 million in the second quarter of last year, a 17% year-over-year improvement.

    Adjusted EBITDA loss
    $11.5 million24% improvement YoY
    H1 FY26

    Adjusted EBITDA loss has improved approximately 24% to $11.5 million compared to $15.3 million in the first half of last year.

    Adjusted G&A expense
    $4.1 million17% reduction YoY
    Q2 FY26

    Adjusted G&A expense for the second quarter was $4.1 million, down from $5 million in the second quarter of last year, a reduction of approximately 17% year-over-year.

    Adjusted gross margin
    27%down from 30% YoY, down from 29% QoQ
    Q2 FY26

    Adjusted gross margin for the second quarter was 27%, excluding depreciation, stock-based compensation and other noncore items, compared to 30% in the prior year period and approximately 29% in the first quarter.

    Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
    $10.1 milliondown from $18.8 million QoQ
    Q2 FY26

    We ended the quarter with cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash of $10.1 million, down from $18.8 million at the end of the first quarter.

    Investment received
    $12.5 million
    Subsequent to Q2 FY26

    Subsequent to quarter end, and prior to today's call, we received an additional $12.5 million investment from an existing strategic investor which is not reflected in that $10.1 million balance.

    Seed cost reduction
    20%
    YoY

    more efficient seating practices have lowered our seed costs by approximately 20% year-over-year

    Yield capacity increase from tower upgrades
    10%higher than before upgrades
    Current

    The tower upgrades we completed across Georgia, Texas and Washington last year continue to deliver, running at roughly 10% higher yield capacity than before those upgrades.

    Yield improvement from California investments
    20%
    Future

    we still believe they can improve yield by as much as 20% as those projects progress through the year.

    Production increase from California investments
    10%vs prior year period
    Current

    our initial investments at one of our California facilities is already driving an approximate 10% increase in total production versus the prior year period.

    Fair value of warrant liabilities
    $5.2 milliongain
    Q1 FY26

    The change in fair value of our warrant liabilities swung from a $5.2 million gain in the first quarter to a $1.4 million loss in the second quarter.

    Fair value of warrant liabilities
    $1.4 millionloss
    Q2 FY26

    The change in fair value of our warrant liabilities swung from a $5.2 million gain in the first quarter to a $1.4 million loss in the second quarter, driven by changes in our stock price during the period.

    Industry KPIs

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    MetricValueDetails
    Retailer trade negotiation statusPilot launch agreed for single-serve salad kits

    Product announcements

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    ProductTypeDetails
    Single-serve salad kit linelaunch

    Deals & partnerships

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    Major retailerPilot launch of single-serve salad kit line

    Agreed to a pilot launch of the single-serve salad kit line throughout the Mid-Atlantic region in approximately 400 stores.

    Harris Teeter6 SKU rollout

    A 6 SKU rollout covering more than 250 Harris Teeter stores is now fully launched and tracking in line with expectations.

    Large regional retailerProduct rollout

    A large regional retailer operating 160 stores is now fully launched and tracking in line with expectations.

    New retail partner5 SKU launch

    Launched a new retail partner in the Mid-South region featuring 5 SKUs across approximately 66 stores in July.

    New retail partner4 SKU launch

    Launched a new retail partner in the Rocky Mountain region featuring 4 SKUs across approximately 110 stores in early August.

    Multiple national retail accountsExtended supply agreements

    Awarded bids extending supply agreements with multiple national retail accounts for key product lines including baby leaf lettuce and organic butter lettuce.

    Existing strategic investorAdditional investment$12.5 million

    Received an additional $12.5 million investment from an existing strategic investor subsequent to quarter end.

    Risks & headwinds

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    Food safety outbreaks in the industryRecent weeks

    Not quantified, but described as a "mainstream conversation"

    Mitigation: Leveraging CEA model's inherent safety advantages (closed-loop system, controlled conditions, traceability) and educating retailers on these benefits.

    Temporary packing inefficienciesQ2 FY26

    Impacted adjusted gross margin, which declined to 27% from 30% YoY and 29% QoQ

    Mitigation: Refined and implemented processes to address inefficiencies, expecting enhanced margins over time with increased retail channel penetration and lower input costs.

    Cash burn from operationsQ2 FY26

    Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash decreased from $18.8 million to $10.1 million QoQ

    Mitigation: Received an additional $12.5 million investment from an existing strategic investor subsequent to quarter-end, providing financial flexibility.

    What to watch in Q3 FY26

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    Mid-Atlantic salad kit pilot launch

    next quarter
    CurrentAgreed to pilot launch in ~400 stores
    TargetSuccessful launch and initial performance data

    Why it matters

    This pilot represents a significant expansion for the single-serve salad kit line and could be a key driver of future growth.

    Following discussions with a major retailer, we are relaunching our single-serve salad kit line and agreed with that retailer to a pilot launch throughout the Mid-Atlantic region in approximately 400 stores this fall.

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    Detailed Narrative

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    Food Safety and Retailer Engagement

    The company highlights a significant shift in retailer priorities, with food safety, traceability, water sourcing, and environmental control becoming paramount. Local Bounti's Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) model addresses these concerns by providing a closed-loop system from seed to package, reducing risks associated with open-field agriculture. This shift is accelerating strategic conversations with existing and prospective retail partners, positioning the company for long-term growth as consumers increasingly prioritize product origin and safety.

    02

    Commercial Expansion and Partner Wins

    Local Bounti is relaunching its single-serve salad kit line with a pilot launch in approximately 400 Mid-Atlantic stores this fall. The company successfully launched 6 SKUs across more than 250 Harris Teeter stores and a large regional retailer operating 160 stores, both tracking in line with expectations. New retail partners were secured in the Mid-South (5 SKUs across 66 stores) and Rocky Mountain (4 SKUs across 110 stores) regions. Additionally, supply agreements for baby leaf lettuce and organic butter lettuce were extended with multiple national accounts, demonstrating strong retailer confidence.

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    Operational Efficiencies and Yield Improvements

    Tower upgrades completed last year in Georgia, Texas, and Washington facilities are delivering approximately 10% higher yield capacity, contributing to the highest yields in company history. Investments in California facilities are on track to improve yield by as much as 20%, with initial investments already driving an approximate 10% increase in total production versus the prior year. The company is also achieving cost savings across procurement, maintenance, labor efficiency, and freight management, including a 20% year-over-year reduction in seed costs due to more efficient practices.

    04

    Financial Performance and Balance Sheet

    Second quarter revenue grew 14% year-over-year to $13.9 million, and 4% sequentially from Q1. Adjusted EBITDA loss improved 17% year-over-year to $5.8 million, remaining stable sequentially. Adjusted G&A decreased 17% year-over-year to $4.1 million. The company ended the quarter with $10.1 million in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash. Subsequent to quarter-end, an additional $12.5 million investment was received from an existing strategic investor, providing continued financial flexibility for growth and partnership decisions.

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    Strategic Focus and Future Outlook

    Local Bounti remains focused on achieving positive adjusted EBITDA through continued revenue growth and cost discipline. The company expects the trajectory of improvement demonstrated over the past several quarters to continue into the second half of the year as its network matures and scales with retail customers. The strategic investor's continued backing underscores confidence in the business model and its relevance in a changing food landscape.

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