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National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYE) is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States, with more than 1,200 stores across 38 states and Puerto Rico and an e-commerce presence through DiscountContacts.com. This news page aggregates coverage of National Vision’s announcements, providing context on how the company is executing its mission of making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible.
Readers can find updates on National Vision’s financial results, including quarterly earnings releases and outlook revisions that discuss net revenue trends, comparable store sales growth, and non-GAAP metrics such as Adjusted Operating Income, Adjusted Operating Margin, Adjusted Diluted EPS, and Adjusted Comparable Store Sales Growth. These articles often explain how merchandise strategy, pricing, product mix, and customer mix are affecting performance across brands like America’s Best, Eyeglass World, and Vista Opticals in host locations.
News items also cover National Vision’s transformation strategy and long-term financial objectives, including its multi-year cost savings plan, store growth plans, and initiatives to expand into underdeveloped customer segments and premium lens categories. Conference participation announcements, investor day events, and other investor-focused communications provide insight into management’s priorities and the company’s view of the U.S. optical retail market.
In addition, this page may feature stories on brand developments and community-focused initiatives, such as America’s Best brand transformations and National Vision’s scholarship program for optometry students that explores emerging technology in optometry and access to care. For investors, analysts, and customers interested in EYE, this news feed serves as a central source for company press releases and related updates.
National Vision Holdings (NASDAQ: EYE) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results, with net revenue increasing 7.7% to $486.4 million and comparable store sales growth of 6.5%. The company achieved income from continuing operations of $8.7 million, with diluted EPS of $0.11. Adjusted Operating Income surged 69.1% to $23.8 million, with margin improving to 4.9%.
The company's transformation program showed success through improved lifestyle selling approach and strategic refinements to assortment and pricing. National Vision operated 1,240 stores after opening 8 new America's Best locations and closing 5 during Q2. Based on strong performance, the company raised its fiscal 2025 outlook, now projecting net revenue of $1.934-$1.970 billion and Adjusted Comparable Store Sales Growth of 3.0-5.0%.
National Vision Holdings (NASDAQ: EYE), one of the largest optical retail companies in the US, has unveiled a new corporate brand identity as part of its strategic transformation. The rebrand, developed in partnership with VML, features a new brand symbol inspired by the eye's iris and a refined color palette based on natural eye hues.
Led by CEO Alex Wilkes and Chief Brand and Marketing Officer Joe VanDette, this initiative marks the beginning of several brand-related updates, with America's Best being the first retail brand to undergo modernization. The company aims to strengthen its position as a modern, agile, and purpose-driven organization focused on accessible eye care.
National Vision (NYSE:EYE) has released its 2024 Sustainability Report titled "A World Worth Seeing," highlighting the company's ESG initiatives and progress. The report details achievements across their Social, Employees, Environment and Governance (SEE+G) framework.
Key accomplishments include impacting over 1.1 million lives through philanthropic activities, promoting internal talent with over 50% of new managers coming from within, implementing significant waste reduction measures, and publishing their first Sustainable Supply Chain Strategy. The report adheres to SASB, GRI Standards, and UN Sustainable Development Goals guidelines.
National Vision (NYSE:EYE) has awarded $7,000 in scholarships to three optometry students through its National Optometric Student Association (NOSA) scholarship program. The winners include Dominica Dzakah ($4,000 first place), Antoinette Kanayo ($2,000 second place), and Monica Thu Do ($1,000 third place).
The 2025 scholarship program focused on exploring the connection between vision health and success in education and employment, particularly in underserved communities. The awards were presented at the National Optometric Association Convention in Columbus, Ohio. This marks the 11th year of National Vision's commitment to supporting NOSA students who demonstrate academic excellence and dedication to serving minority and underserved populations.
National Vision Holdings (NASDAQ: EYE) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 financial results announcement for Wednesday, August 6, 2025. The company will release its earnings before market open and host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
Investors can pre-register for the conference call and obtain dial-in details through the company's investor relations website. A live audio webcast and related materials will be available in the "Investors" section, with a replay accessible shortly after the event.
National Vision Holdings (NASDAQ: EYE) has announced its upcoming participation in the 45th annual William Blair Growth Stock Conference. The company's presentation is scheduled for June 4, 2025, at 9:20 a.m. Central Time. Investors and interested parties can access a live webcast of the presentation through the "Investors" section of National Vision's website. The presentation will also be archived and made available for later viewing on the company's website after the event.
National Vision Holdings (NASDAQ: EYE) has announced the settlement of its remaining $84.8 million aggregate principal amount of 2.5% unsecured convertible senior notes due May 15, 2025. The company funded the settlement using $59.8 million from cash reserves and the remainder through its revolving credit facility. Following this transaction, National Vision maintains $268.6 million of availability under its revolving credit facility.
CFO Chris Laden emphasized that the company's strong cash generation and solid balance sheet support their balanced capital allocation strategy, which includes these opportunistic repurchases and note settlements, aimed at driving growth and long-term shareholder value.
National Vision Holdings (NASDAQ: EYE) reported strong Q1 2025 financial results, with net revenue increasing 5.7% to $510.3 million compared to Q1 2024. The company achieved a 4.1% comparable store sales growth and 5.5% Adjusted Comparable Store Sales Growth, marking the 9th consecutive quarter of positive growth. Income from continuing operations reached $14.2 million, with diluted EPS of $0.18.
The company's transformation initiatives and cost reduction actions yielded positive results, with Adjusted Operating Income increasing 21.8% to $41.3 million. National Vision maintained a strong balance sheet with $80.0 million in cash and no borrowings under its $300.0 million credit facility. Based on these strong results, the company raised its fiscal 2025 outlook, projecting net revenue between $1.919-$1.955 billion and Adjusted Operating Income of $81-$92 million.
National Vision (NASDAQ: EYE) has announced a significant leadership transition, appointing Alex Wilkes as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1, 2025. Current CEO Reade Fahs will transition to the role of Executive Chairman of the Board.
Wilkes, who joined as president in August 2024, brings valuable experience from his previous roles at CooperVision as President of the Americas and at EssilorLuxottica where he served as Senior Vice President and General Manager of Pearle Vision. Under his initial leadership, the company has already seen measurable impact and is implementing a new strategic approach.
The transition represents the next phase in National Vision's transformation journey. Fahs will continue to work closely with Wilkes to ensure a smooth transition, while Wilkes aims to maintain the company's core values while pursuing new growth opportunities. The appointment reflects the board's confidence in Wilkes' optical industry track record, strategic mindset, and alignment with the company's mission.
National Vision Holdings (NASDAQ: EYE) has scheduled its first quarter 2025 financial results announcement for Wednesday, May 7, 2025, before market opening. The company will host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results.
Interested parties can pre-register for the conference call through the 'Investors' section of National Vision's website. The company will provide a dial-in number and passcode for participants. A live audio webcast of the call and related materials will be available on the company's website, with a replay accessible shortly after the broadcast.
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