'We're pleased with how we have navigated our start to fiscal 2024,' said
Linnartz continued, 'As we continue executing against our Protect This House 3 strategic priorities, including our prioritization of
First Quarter Fiscal 2024 Review
Revenue was down 2 percent to
Wholesale revenue decreased 6 percent to
Apparel revenue decreased 5 percent to
Gross margin declined 60 basis points to 46.1 percent, driven primarily by higher promotions and adverse effects from changes in foreign currency, partially offset by supply chain benefits related to lower freight expenses.
Selling, general & administrative expenses decreased 1 percent to
Operating income was
Net Income was
Diluted earnings per share was
Inventory was up 38 percent to
Cash and Cash Equivalents were
Fiscal 2024 Outlook
There are no changes to the company's fiscal 2024 outlook provided on
Revenue is expected to be flat to up slightly.
Gross margin is expected to be up 25 to 75 basis points compared to the prior year's rate of 44.9 percent, driven by supply chain tailwinds related to lower freight costs, partially offset by mix impacts related to higher off-price revenue and higher promotions expected in the company's direct-to-consumer business.
Selling, general & administrative expenses are expected to be flat to up slightly.
Operating income is expected to reach
Effective tax rate is expected to be in the low twenties percentage range.
Diluted earnings per share is expected to be between
Capital expenditures are expected to be between
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This press release refers to 'currency neutral' results for the company's 2024 fiscal year ending
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