Designer Brands Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI) reported its Q4 and fiscal year 2024 results, marking a return to positive comparable sales growth in Q4 for the first time in nine quarters. The company experienced a 5.4% decrease in Q4 net sales to $713.6 million, while achieving a slight 0.5% increase in comparable sales.

For the full year 2024, DBI saw a 2.1% decrease in net sales to $3.0 billion, with comparable sales declining 1.7%. The company reported a net loss of $10.5 million, or $0.20 per diluted share, though adjusted net income was $15.0 million ($0.27 EPS).

Notable financial metrics include: gross margin improvement to 39.6% in Q4, cash and equivalents of $44.8 million, and debt totaling $491.0 million. The company returned value to shareholders through share repurchases of 10.3 million shares at $68.6 million and maintained a quarterly dividend of $0.05 per share.

Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI), a leading footwear and accessories company, has scheduled its fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings release for March 20, 2025. The company will host a conference call at 8:30 am ET to discuss the results.

DBI operates through multiple channels including over 650 DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe Co., and Rubino stores in North America, alongside a billion-dollar digital commerce business. The company's portfolio includes brands such as Topo Athletic, Keds, Vince Camuto, Kelly & Katie, Jessica Simpson, Lucky Brand, Mix No. 6, and Crown Vintage.

Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI) reported Q3 2024 financial results showing a 1.2% decrease in net sales to $777.2 million and a 3.1% decline in total comparable sales. Gross profit decreased to $247.4 million from $256.4 million, with gross margin dropping to 31.8% from 32.6%. The company reported net income of $13.0 million, or $0.24 EPS.

The quarter started strong with back-to-school season but faced challenges due to warm weather and macroeconomic pressures. While footwear sales excluding boots remained flat in the market, U.S. Retail segment sales excluding boots grew 8%. The company has significantly revised its 2024 guidance, now expecting net sales to decline in low single digits and adjusted diluted EPS between $0.10-$0.30, down from previous guidance of $0.50-$0.60.

Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI) has scheduled its third quarter 2024 earnings release for December 10, 2024. The company will host a conference call at 8:30 am ET to discuss the results. A press release with detailed results will be issued before the call. Investors can participate by dialing 888-317-6003 (US) or 412-317-6061 (international) with conference ID 0882763. The call will be webcast live and archived until December 17, 2024. DBI operates 675 DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe Co., and Rubino stores in North America, managing a portfolio of footwear brands including Crown Vintage, Hush Puppies, Jessica Simpson, and others.

Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI) reported its Q2 2024 financial results, showing a 2.6% decrease in net sales to $771.9 million and a 1.4% decrease in comparable sales. The company's gross profit decreased to $252.9 million from $273.4 million last year, with gross margin falling to 32.8% from 34.5%. Despite challenges in dress and seasonal categories, DBI saw 8% growth in athleisure sales, outpacing the market by over 4 percentage points. The company reported net income of $13.8 million and adjusted net income of $17.1 million. DBI updated its 2024 guidance, now expecting flat to low-single digit net sales growth and adjusted diluted EPS of $0.50 - $0.60.

Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI), a major footwear and accessories company, has announced its second quarter 2024 earnings release date. The company will issue its earnings report on September 11, 2024, followed by a conference call at 8:30 am E.T. to discuss the results. Investors and analysts can participate by dialing 888-317-6003 (US) or 412-317-6061 (international) with conference ID 9337169. A live webcast will be available, with an archived version accessible until September 18, 2024. Designer Brands is a leading designer, producer, and retailer of footwear brands, operating 675 stores across North America and a billion-dollar digital commerce business.

Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI), a major footwear and accessories company, has appointed John W. Atkinson to its Board of Directors, effective August 1, 2024. Atkinson, a retired KPMG audit partner with over 35 years of experience, will also serve on the Audit Committee and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.

Atkinson's expertise in retail and financial accounting is expected to contribute significantly to Designer Brands' strategic growth and efficiency initiatives. His background includes serving as KPMG's Retail National Audit Industry Leader and partner in charge of Audit Risk Management for the Mid-America business unit.

Designer Brands, with its portfolio of brands and 675 retail stores across North America, aims to leverage Atkinson's insights to enhance profitability and organizational agility.

Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI) has launched the Designer Brands Foundation, reinforcing its commitment to community service. The foundation aims to empower individuals by removing barriers and helping them 'put their best foot forward'. It focuses on three areas: empowerment, inclusion, and local communities. The foundation is primarily funded by DBI and customer donations.

Key initiatives include:

• A $50,000 donation to Girls on the Run International
• Soles4Souls Back to School Campaign with over $4 million donated to date
• An additional $1 million commitment for 2024
• $100,000 pledged for community grants in its first year

The foundation represents a strategic approach to DBI's philanthropic efforts, aiming to create lasting change in communities where its associates live and work.

Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI) reported its Q1 2024 financial results, showing a 0.6% increase in net sales to $746.6 million. Despite this, total comparable sales decreased by 2.5%. Gross profit grew to $245.1 million, with a gross margin of 32.8%, up from 32.0% last year. The company reported a net income of $0.8 million, or $0.01 EPS, influenced by restructuring and integration costs. Adjusted net income stood at $4.8 million, or $0.08 EPS. Cash and equivalents were $43.4 million, down from $50.6 million last year, while debt increased to $476.1 million from $390.3 million. Inventory levels decreased to $620.5 million. DBI opened one store in the U.S. and acquired 28 Rubino stores in Canada, bringing the total to 675 stores. The company reaffirmed its 2024 guidance of low-single-digit net sales growth and adjusted EPS of $0.70-$0.80.