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Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) is a prominent value-priced retailer specializing in urban fashion apparel, shoes, accessories, and home décor for the entire family. Established with a vision to cater to the tastes of fashion-forward and value-conscious consumers, Citi Trends offers nationally recognized branded merchandise at discounts ranging from 20% to 70% off regular prices found in department and specialty stores. The company sources its diverse merchandise from over 1,600 vendors, ensuring high-quality fashion products at exceptional value.
Founded in May 2005 and headquartered in Savannah, Georgia, Citi Trends became a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ exchange under the symbol CTRN. The company operates a robust network of 515 stores across 31 states, employing approximately 4,500 individuals. Its operational infrastructure includes a corporate office in Savannah, distribution centers in Darlington, South Carolina, and Roland, Oklahoma, and buying offices in New York City and Los Angeles.
With a comprehensive product lineup that includes fashion sportswear for men, women, and children, Citi Trends also offers an array of accessories such as handbags, jewelry, footwear, belts, intimate apparel, scrubs, and sleepwear. The company further diversifies its offerings with functional and decorative home products, beauty products, books, and toys, making it a one-stop-shop for affordable urban fashion and lifestyle products.
Recent achievements highlight Citi Trends’ commitment to growth and customer satisfaction. The company has continually expanded its store footprint and enhanced its product range to better meet the evolving needs of its diverse customer base. Citi Trends’ strategic focus on offering significant discounts and maintaining strong vendor relationships has solidified its position as a key player in the retail sector.
As Citi Trends continues to evolve, it remains dedicated to delivering outstanding value and fashionable products to its customers. The company’s ongoing projects and strategic initiatives reflect its commitment to maintaining a competitive edge in the dynamic retail landscape.
Citi Trends (NASDAQ: CTRN), a leading specialty value retailer, announced the winners of its 4th Annual Black History Makers Grant program. The initiative, managed by Citi Trends CitiCares Council, aims to increase awareness of Black-owned businesses and honor entrepreneurs making positive community impacts. Ten Black business owners were each awarded a $5,000 grant. The winners include Artika Tyner of Planting People Growing Justice Press and Bookstore, Ashley Hamilton of Not Your Average Size, and others. Interim CEO Ken Seipel praised the high number of applications and expressed excitement for this year's winners. Citi Trends operates 597 stores across 33 states.
Citi Trends (NASDAQ: CTRN) reported its Q1 Fiscal 2024 results, showing a 3.7% year-over-year (YoY) increase in total sales to $186.3 million and a 3.1% rise in comparable store sales.
Gross margin expanded to 38.7% from 36.7% YoY. The company noted an operating loss of $7.0 million, improved from last year's loss of $9.5 million. Adjusted EBITDA loss stood at $0.8 million versus $3.2 million in Q1 2023.
Net loss per share was ($0.42), compared to ($0.81) YoY. The firm closed 3 stores while remodeling 20, ending the quarter with 599 locations and an inventory increase of 4% YoY.
Cash reserves were $58.2 million with no debt, and the company did not repurchase any shares during the quarter. Citi Trends reiterated its EBITDA outlook for Fiscal 2024 and aims to remodel 40 stores while closing 10-15 underperforming locations.
Citi Trends has appointed Ken Seipel as interim CEO effective June 2, 2024, following David Makuen's resignation as CEO and board member. Seipel, a veteran in the retail sector, has a track record of successful turnarounds. Makuen will stay temporarily as a Senior Advisor. The Board is now searching for a permanent CEO, considering both internal and external candidates. Preliminary Q1 2024 results show total sales of $186.3 million, a 3.1% growth in comparable sales, and an EBITDA loss of $0.8 million. The company plans to detail these results further in an investor call on June 4, 2024.
Citi Trends (NASDAQ: CTRN) announced it will release its first quarter 2024 earnings on June 4, 2024, before the market opens. A conference call will follow the earnings release at 9:00 a.m. ET the same day. Investors can access the live broadcast online via the company's website, or by dialing 1-877-407-0779. An online replay will be available for one year.
During the conference call, Citi Trends may discuss recent business and financial developments that have occurred since the quarter-end. Citi Trends is a specialty value retailer with 599 stores in 33 states, primarily serving African American and multicultural families in the U.S.
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