Abercrombie & Fitch Co Stock Price, News & Analysis

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) has increased its fourth quarter net sales growth outlook to a range of 7-8%, up from the previous range of 5-7%. The company also raised its full year net sales growth outlook to around 15% from the previous range of 14-15%. The operating margin outlook for both the fourth quarter and full year remains at around 16% and 15%, respectively.

CEO Fran Horowitz attributed the improved outlook to record quarter-to-date net sales and strong performance across regions and brands during the holiday selling period. The company expects to exceed its Always Forward Plan 2025 financial targets, leveraging a strong global foundation for sustainable, profitable growth.

The foundation for growth includes:

• Healthy, customer-driven brands with large addressable markets
• Regionally relevant brand playbooks
• Significant global growth opportunities
• A strong omnichannel base
• An agile inventory model
• A durable balance sheet
• A strong culture driven by a customer-obsessed team

The company will participate in the 2025 ICR Conference on January 13-14, 2025, with a fireside chat scheduled for January 13th at 10:00 AM EST.

Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE: ANF) has announced its participation in the 2025 ICR Conference at the Grande Lakes Resort in Orlando, Florida. The company's leadership team, including CEO Fran Horowitz, COO Scott Lipesky, and CFO Robert Ball, will engage in a fireside chat on Monday, January 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET.

The presentation will be accessible through a live audio webcast on the Investors section of Abercrombie's corporate website. An archive of the presentation will remain available online for 90 days following the event.

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) has announced a new multi-year franchise partnership with Myntra Jabong to expand its presence in India. The agreement includes plans for brick-and-mortar retail stores, regional e-commerce sites, and branded digital storefronts across the country.

The partnership will leverage Myntra Jabong's position as a leading fashion and lifestyle player in India to grow A&F's brands and deliver seamless shopping experiences. The collaboration aims to tap into India's dynamic market potential while maintaining A&F's customer-centric approach that has been key to its recent transformation.

Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE: ANF) has promoted Robert Ball to Chief Financial Officer, effective November 20, 2024. Ball, who previously served as Senior Vice President of Corporate Finance, Investor Relations, and Treasury, brings nearly 22 years of experience with the company. He succeeds Scott Lipesky, who was promoted to Chief Operating Officer in May 2023 after serving as CFO since 2017. Ball will report to Lipesky and join the executive leadership team. Prior to this appointment, Ball held various finance leadership positions at A&F, including CFO of the Abercrombie & Fitch and abercrombie kids brands.

Abercrombie & Fitch reported strong Q3 fiscal 2024 results with record net sales of $1.2 billion, up 14% year-over-year, and comparable sales growth of 16%. Operating income increased 30% to $179 million, with operating margin expanding to 14.8%. The company saw broad-based growth across regions: Americas (+14%), EMEA (+15%), and APAC (+32%). Abercrombie brands grew 15% while Hollister brands increased 14%. Based on Q3 performance, the company raised its full-year outlook, projecting net sales growth of 14-15% and operating margin around 15%. The company also repurchased 924,000 shares for $130 million year-to-date.

Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE: ANF) has announced it will host its third quarter 2024 earnings conference call on November 26, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. ET. The company will release its Q3 results press release shortly after 7:30 a.m. ET, along with a presentation available on their website. Interested parties can access the conference call via phone registration or listen to a live webcast through the corporate website. A replay of the webcast will be archived for one year on the company's investor relations site.

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) reported strong second quarter fiscal 2024 results, with record net sales of $1.1 billion, up 21% year-over-year. Comparable sales grew 18%, driven by broad-based growth across regions and brands. Abercrombie brands saw 26% growth, while Hollister brands accelerated to 17% growth.

The company achieved a record Q2 operating income of $176 million, with operating margin expanding 590 basis points to 15.5%. ANF strengthened its balance sheet by redeeming outstanding senior secured notes and amending its ABL Facility, resulting in $1.2 billion in liquidity.

Based on strong performance, ANF increased its full-year outlook, projecting net sales growth of 12-13% and an operating margin of 14-15%. The company remains focused on executing its global playbook and maintaining discipline over inventory and expenses to deliver sustainable, profitable growth.

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF) reported strong Q2 fiscal 2024 results, with record net sales of $1.1 billion, up 21% year-over-year. Comparable sales grew 18%, driven by broad-based growth across regions and brands. Abercrombie brands saw 26% growth, while Hollister brands accelerated to 17% growth. Operating margin expanded 590 basis points to 15.5%, with record Q2 operating income of $176 million. The company strengthened its balance sheet by redeeming outstanding senior secured notes and amending its ABL Facility, resulting in $1.2 billion in liquidity. Based on strong performance, A&F increased its full-year outlook, now expecting net sales growth of 12-13% and operating margin of 14-15%.

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) has announced the election of Andrew Clarke to its Board of Directors, effective August 21, 2024. Clarke, 51, is the Global President of Mars Snacking and brings over 30 years of experience in consumer-focused industries. His appointment is expected to provide a global perspective and strategic capabilities to the company as it enters its next growth phase.

Clarke's extensive background includes 24 years at Mars in various roles, including Chief Customer and Marketing Officer. His experience spans multiple regions, including Europe and Latin America. Nigel Travis, Chairperson of the Board, highlighted Clarke's diverse geographic experience and success in driving growth as key assets for the company.