Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call | 06/10/2025
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Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI) reported Q1 2025 results on June 10, 2025, with net sales down 8% year-over-year to $686.9 million, missing analyst expectations by nearly $50 million. Comparable sales fell 7.8% as consumer discretionary spending remained under pressure amid a volatile macroeconomic environment. Gross profit declined to $295.1 million, and gross margin slipped to 43.0% from 44.2% last year. The company posted an adjusted net loss of $12.5 million, or –$0.26 per share—significantly below the forecasted –$0.08 EPS and a sharp reversal from last year’s $4.8 million adjusted profit. Reported net loss was $17.4 million (–$0.36 per share). Following the earnings release, DBI shares plunged more than 20%, trading near their 52-week low as investors reacted to the revenue and earnings miss, as well as the company’s decision to withdraw its 2025 guidance due to ongoing market uncertainty. U.S. Retail segment sales fell 7.7%, with both in-store and online traffic pressured, though sequential improvement was noted through the quarter. Canada Retail sales declined 2.9%, and the Brand Portfolio segment was down 7.9%. Notably, the Topo brand grew 84% year-over-year, and Jessica Simpson brand sales rose 6%, providing some bright spots amid overall weakness. Liquidity remains stable, with $46 million in cash and $125.5 million available under the credit facility. Inventory levels were steady at $623.6 million. The company declared a $0.05 per share dividend, payable June 18, 2025. Outlook: 2025 guidance withdrawn due to macroeconomic volatility Focus on cost savings of $20–$30 million for FY2025 Continued emphasis on margin preservation, expense control, and brand strength About Inside Ticker: For more expert analysis and real-time updates on Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI) and other market movers, follow Inside Ticker and visit InsideTicker.com for in-depth reports, financial insights, and the latest news on leading companies. #DesignerBrands #DBI #EarningsCall #Q12025 #Retail #RevenueMiss #EPSLoss #GuidanceWithdrawn #Footwear #Investing #InsideTicker
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