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Christopher.Parker


Xponential Fitness: Global Expansion and Revenue Surge in 2023

2024-03-12

Xponential Fitness, a prominent fitness franchisor, made significant strides in the industry, as showcased during its recent earnings conference call. The call featured key executives including Anthony Geisler as the CEO, Sarah Luna as the President, and John Meloun as the CFO. The company's global footprint stood strong with 3,062 operational studios worldwide by the end of 2023, averaging 1.5 new studio openings per day.

In 2023, Xponential Fitness experienced remarkable growth, with North American systemwide sales exceeding 1.4 billion and a 21% surge in total members across the region. The company logged 51.5 million studio visits in North America, achieving a 13% increase in run rate average unit volumes. Notably, over 350 North American studios reached an AUV of 1 million or higher.

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Financially, Xponential Fitness disclosed a 30% uptick in net revenue in 2023, reaching 318.7 million. The Adjusted EBITDA also witnessed a substantial increase, climbing to 105.3 million, which accounted for 33% of the revenue. By the year-end, the company had 3,062 open studios globally and had sold licenses worldwide, with a strategic focus on expanding into new markets.

Xponential Fitness strategically evaluated its portfolio to drive profitable growth, with recent optimization initiatives including divesting STRIDE Fitness and refranchising transition studios. The company expanded its international presence, entered new markets, and introduced innovative class formats to bolster member acquisition and retention.

Looking forward, Xponential Fitness aims to sustain its growth momentum by concentrating on opening new studios, fostering robust same-store sales, and achieving margin expansion. With a robust franchise system, a diverse brand portfolio, and a steadfast commitment to customer satisfaction, Xponential Fitness stands poised for ongoing success in the fiercely competitive fitness industry.