Welcome to our dedicated page for Guess news (Ticker: GES), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Guess stock.
Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) is a global lifestyle apparel and accessories company whose news flow reflects both its operating performance and its strategic evolution. The company regularly issues press releases on quarterly and year-to-date financial results, detailing net revenue trends, operating margins, segment performance across Europe, the Americas, Asia and Licensing, and the impact of currency and derivative instruments related to its convertible notes.
Recent Guess? news has highlighted fiscal 2026 first, second and third quarter results, including revenue growth in U.S. dollars and constant currency, changes in comparable sales by region and channel, and adjustments to operating margins. These releases also discuss the integration of the rag & bone acquisition into Guess?’s segments and the contribution of wholesale and licensing activities.
Corporate transaction updates are another key news theme. On August 20, 2025, Guess? announced a definitive Agreement and Plan of Merger with Authentic Brands Group LLC and related entities in connection with a take-private transaction. Subsequent news and Form 8-K filings have covered the progress of this transaction, including regulatory milestones, the mailing of a definitive proxy statement, and shareholder approval of the Merger Agreement and related disposition of intellectual property interests at a special meeting.
Brand and partnership announcements also feature prominently. Guess? has reported on the launch and expansion of the GUESS JEANS brand, including a four-story flagship store in Tokyo and exhibitions such as “The Next 40 Years of Denim.” The company has also announced new licensee partnerships for rag & bone eyewear with Marcolin and rag & bone watches with Sequel, a division of Timex Group.
Investors and followers of GES news can use this page to review earnings releases, transaction updates, brand initiatives and licensing agreements that shape Guess?’s business and its transition from a public to a private company.
Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) has appointed Dennis Secor as Interim Chief Financial Officer, effective April 1, 2022. Secor, who previously served as CFO from 2006 to 2012, succeeds Katie Anderson, who is leaving to pursue opportunities elsewhere. The company will conduct a search for a permanent CFO with the assistance of an executive search firm. Secor is expected to support the company through March 2023 during the transition. CEO Carlos Alberini expressed gratitude to Anderson for her contributions and welcomed Secor back to the company.
Guess? Inc. (NYSE: GES) reported a strong Q4 for fiscal 2022, with revenues of $800 million, a 23% increase year-over-year. The operating margin improved to 15.7%, with GAAP EPS at $1.04 and adjusted EPS at $1.14. For FY2022, revenues reached $2.59 billion, marking a 38% growth compared to FY2021. Looking ahead, the company anticipates low-single digit revenue growth and an operating margin of 10.5% for FY2023. Additionally, Guess? plans to initiate a $175 million accelerated share repurchase program to return value to shareholders.
Legion Partners Asset Management has filed preliminary proxy materials opposing the re-election of Paul and Maurice Marciano to the Board of Guess? Inc. (NYSE: GES) at the upcoming 2022 Annual Meeting. Legion believes the brothers pose significant risks to the company due to unresolved allegations of sexual assault and harassment against Paul Marciano. Despite attempts to engage the Board, the Marciano brothers are expected to be re-nominated, prompting Legion's call for shareholders to vote against their continued presence, citing legal, reputational, and moral concerns.
Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) has engaged with Legion Partners amid ongoing public discourse. The Board of Directors proposed solutions, including an ESG committee and a capital allocation program to benefit shareholders. Despite attempts at collaboration, Legion Partners rejected the proposals and expressed concerns regarding governance. The Board refuted allegations concerning Paul Marciano, highlighting a comprehensive 2018 investigation. Guess anticipates robust performance, forecasting the best results in a decade, demonstrating successful execution of its strategic transformation plan aimed at enhancing shareholder value.
Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) will disclose its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2022 financial results on March 16, 2022, following the close of its fiscal year on January 29, 2022. A conference call will be held at 4:45 p.m. ET to discuss the results, available via live webcast at www.guess.com. As of October 30, 2021, the company operated 1,052 retail stores globally, complemented by 558 partner-operated stores, making it accessible in approximately 100 countries.
Legion Partners, a significant shareholder of Guess, has released a presentation detailing numerous sexual assault and harassment allegations against Paul Marciano, co-founder and Chief Creative Officer. The firm criticizes the Board for its inaction and questions the decision to move the annual shareholder meeting forward by more than two months, viewing it as an attempt to limit shareholder rights. Legion claims the independent directors have failed to address serious allegations against Marciano, potentially impacting shareholder trust and governance at Guess.
Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) responded to Legion Partners' letter, highlighting ongoing business transformation and strategies aimed at sustainable value creation. The Board noted commendations for strategic progress since 2019 under CEO Carlos Alberini. Key initiatives include enhancing global e-commerce, optimizing store footprints, and elevating brand quality. The company reported a $327 million share repurchase since 2019 and anticipates an 11% operating margin for the fiscal year, doubling pre-pandemic levels. Allegations against co-founder Paul Marciano are being vigorously contested.
Legion Partners, a key shareholder of Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES), has called for the removal of co-founders Paul and Maurice Marciano from the Board of Directors due to a prolonged history of sexual assault and harassment allegations against Paul Marciano. Legion Partners highlighted that at least 11 women have accused Paul Marciano of misconduct since 2009, with new allegations surfacing recently. They believe that maintaining the Marciano brothers in their positions poses significant legal and reputational risks to Guess, despite recent operational improvements under CEO Carlos Alberini.
Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) will participate in a virtual fireside chat at the 24th Annual ICR XChange Conference on January 10, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. ET. Key representatives include CEO Carlos Alberini and CFO Katie Anderson. The event will be available via live webcast on investors.guess.com, with related materials accessible for 30 days post-conference. As of October 30, 2021, Guess? operates 1,052 retail stores and partners with distributors for an additional 558 stores across roughly 100 countries.
Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) will participate in the Morgan Stanley Virtual Global Consumer & Retail Conference on December 1, 2021, at 12:55 p.m. Eastern Time. Key representatives include CEO Carlos Alberini and CFO Katie Anderson. The event will be available via live webcast at investors.guess.com for 30 days post-conference. Guess? operates 1,052 retail stores in the Americas, Europe, and Asia, alongside 558 partner-operated stores, totaling distribution in approximately 100 countries.