Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM) Q1 2025 Earnings | May 22, 2025

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Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM), a leading home furnishings retailer, reported strong Q1 2025 results on May 22, 2025, surpassing analyst expectations and demonstrating resilience amid macroeconomic headwinds. Net revenue for the quarter reached $1.73 billion, up 4.2% year-over-year, with comparable brand revenue growth of 3.4% across all banners. The company delivered an operating margin of 16.8% and diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.85, marking an 8.8% increase from the prior year, excluding last year’s adjustments. All major brands posted positive comparable sales: Williams-Sonoma brand led with a 7.3% increase, Pottery Barn Kids and Teens rose 3.8%, Pottery Barn gained 2%, and West Elm edged up 0.2%. The B2B segment also grew by 8%. Gross margin was 44.3%, down 60 basis points year-over-year (excluding prior-year freight adjustments), while SG&A expenses improved as a percentage of sales, aided by lower advertising and incentive compensation costs. Despite industry contraction and ongoing tariff and supply chain challenges, Williams-Sonoma gained market share and maintained a strong financial position with $1 billion in cash and no debt. The company returned $165 million to shareholders through dividends and stock buybacks and reiterated its full-year 2025 outlook: net revenues are expected to range from -1.5% to +1.5%, with operating margin guidance of 17.4%–17.8%. CEO Laura Alber credited the results to product innovation, customer service, and effective cost management, expressing optimism for the remainder of 2025 despite ongoing volatility. Outlook: Full-year 2025 net revenue guidance: -1.5% to +1.5% Operating margin forecast: 17.4%–17.8% Continued focus on product innovation, digital growth, and shareholder returns About Inside Ticker: For more expert analysis and real-time updates on Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM) and other market movers, follow Inside Ticker and visit InsideTicker.com for in-depth reports, financial insights, and the latest news on leading companies. #WilliamsSonoma #WSM #Q12025 #Earnings #HomeFurnishings #Retail #FinancialResults #ComparableSales #InsideTicker