Although SodaStream International Ltd. (SODA, Financial), which makes a home carbonation product, reported mixed third quarter results with guidance in line with expectations, flavor sales in the U.S. were below expectations. We believe investors wanted to see more strength around the holiday season, and shares were down 20.4% in the fourth quarter. However, we see this as a short term inventory correction following some strong quarters. With 1% U.S. household penetration and a large global opportunity, we see SodaStream riding a sustainable growth trend and benefiting with increased profitability in the coming years. (Gilad Shany)
From Baron Funds fourth quarter 2013 shareholder letter.
