Alto Ingredients, Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2025 Results

Did any extraordinary or non‑recurring items influence the reported gross profit, and if so, what is the expected recurrence? How does Alto Ingredients' gross‑profit growth compare to its main competitors in the specialty ingredients sector? Did the company provide any updated guidance for revenue, gross profit, or operating expenses for the full year? What impact might this results have on the stock's valuation multiples (e.g., P/E, EV/EBITDA) relative to the industry average? How are inventory levels and working capital ratios trending after the gross‑profit increase? How will the $5.6 million increase in gross profit affect the company's EPS guidance for 2025? What is the market’s expected reaction to the earnings beat, and how might it affect short‑term price volatility? Is the gross‑profit growth driven by sustainable pricing power, volume expansion, or a one‑off cost reduction? Are there any notable changes in the company's capital‑expenditure plans or cash‑conversion cycle that could impact future profitability? What was the gross‑margin percentage in Q2 2025 versus Q2 2024, and is the trend widening or narrowing?