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Tapestry, Inc. (NYSE: TPR) is frequently in the news as a global house of accessories and lifestyle brands that unites Coach and kate spade new york. News coverage about Tapestry often reflects its brand performance, strategic growth agenda, corporate responsibility initiatives and capital allocation decisions, giving investors and followers insight into how the company manages its portfolio and engages consumers.
Recent announcements highlight Tapestry’s fiscal results, including record quarterly and annual revenue, updates on margins and earnings, and details on its direct-to-consumer performance across regions. These releases often discuss progress on the company’s Amplify growth strategy, which focuses on building emotional connections with consumers, fueling fashion innovation and product excellence, delivering compelling experiences to drive global growth and igniting the power of its people.
Tapestry news also covers major corporate actions and partnerships. Examples include the completion of the sale of the Stuart Weitzman brand to Caleres, the authorization of a multi-billion-dollar share repurchase program, and updates on dividend policies and capital return plans. Corporate responsibility stories feature the publication of Tapestry’s Corporate Responsibility Report, progress toward renewable electricity goals and initiatives to strengthen global leather supply chains.
Another important stream of news involves sustainability and innovation partnerships, such as Tapestry’s long-term agreement with Pivot Energy to purchase Renewable Energy Credits from Illinois community solar projects and its expanded investment and supply agreement with Gen Phoenix for recycled leather fiber materials. Together, these items provide a view into how Tapestry approaches growth, brand-building, sustainability and shareholder value. For ongoing context, readers can follow earnings releases, Investor Day updates, ESG milestones and strategic transactions related to TPR.
Yang Lu, Tapestry's recently promoted Chief Information Officer (CIO), has been named one of the '50 Outstanding Asian Americans in Business' by the Asian American Business Development Center. This recognition highlights Lu's leadership in technology integrations and modernizations across Tapestry, as well as her commitment to Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity initiatives. Lu also serves as the Executive Sponsor of Tapestry's Asian Heritage Alliance employee business resource group.
This honor underscores Tapestry's support for its employees' professional growth and achievements. The company encourages interested individuals to learn more about how Tapestry fosters career development and supports its workforce.
Coach unveiled its Spring 2025 collection with a runway show on New York City's High Line, showcasing Creative Director Stuart Vevers' vision of American classics reimagined for a new generation. The collection emphasizes personality and self-expression, blending classical tailoring with casual, counter-cultural elements.
Key highlights include:
- The debut of the Chain Tabby 26 bag
- New variations of the Frame bag
- Introduction of the Soho Sneaker with regenerative leather
- 'Re-loving' concept featuring repurposed post-consumer garments
- Graphic T-shirts with New York pop and rock 'n' roll iconography
The show, held in an urban setting, reflected the collection's theme of mixing different styles and personalities in a city environment.
Tapestry (NYSE: TPR) reported its Q4 and FY2024 results, showcasing a record non-GAAP EPS of $4.29 and total revenue of $6.67 billion, an increase of 1% in constant currency. The company's gross margin improved by 250 basis points, driven by lower freight expenses and FX tailwinds.
Key achievements include acquisition of 6.5M new customers, 1% revenue growth in constant currency, and significant operating and free cash flow of over $1.1 billion. The Coach brand reported record annual revenue exceeding $5 billion.
Despite a 2% decrease in Q4 sales to $1.59 billion, Tapestry achieved a gross margin of 74.9% and non-GAAP EPS of $0.92. CEO Joanne Crevoiserat highlighted the company's strategic advancements and future growth potential.
For FY2025, Tapestry forecasts revenue growth to $6.7 billion, an operating margin increase, and EPS between $4.45-$4.50, excluding the impact of the proposed Capri Holdings acquisition, which faces FTC challenges.
Stuart Weitzman, part of Tapestry's brand portfolio, has announced the recipients of its Bold Movers Grant in partnership with Vital Voices Global Partnership. The grant, funded by the Tapestry Foundation, aims to advance inclusive workplace initiatives for working mothers and caregivers. Four recipients were selected for their projects:
1. Janitza Vasquez: Developing 'The Mama Tribe,' a mentoring program for young mothers in New Orleans.
2. Laneceya Russ-Martin: Updating a guide to empower caregivers in advocating for work-life balance policies.
3. Michaela Ayers: Expanding Black Her Stories with live events and wellness workshops for Black caregivers.
4. Shivani Parikh: Advancing The EmpowerHer Conference to support South Asian working mothers and caregivers.
These initiatives focus on empowering women, providing resources, and advocating for policy changes to support working mothers and caregivers.
Tapestry, Inc. (NYSE: TPR) has announced its upcoming fiscal 2024 fourth quarter and year-end earnings call, scheduled for Thursday, August 15, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. ET. The company will release its financial results via press release earlier that morning. Investors and analysts can access the conference call by dialing 1-866-847-4217 or 1-203-518-9845 with the Conference ID 2329867. An audio webcast will also be available on the company's investor relations website. Tapestry is a global house of brands that includes Coach, kate spade new york, and Stuart Weitzman, focusing on innovation, authenticity, and sustainability in the fashion industry.
Tapestry, Inc. (NYSE: TPR) has announced the appointment of Eva Erdmann as CEO & Brand President of Kate Spade, effective October 2024. Erdmann, who will report to Tapestry CEO Joanne Crevoiserat, succeeds Liz Fraser, who is leaving in September. With a proven track record in leading global consumer brands, Erdmann joins from L'Oréal, where she served as Global President of Urban Decay Cosmetics since 2018. In her new role, she will oversee all aspects of Kate Spade's business, focusing on accelerating innovation to drive consumer connections and sustainable global growth. Tapestry maintains its Fiscal 2024 financial outlook and will report Q4 and full-year results on August 15, 2024.
Tapestry and L'Oreal recently co-hosted 'Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom' at Tapestry's Hudson Yards headquarters. This event, organized by Tapestry's Black Alliance and L'Oreal's Black @ L'Oréal employee resource groups, brought together over 200 attendees in-person and virtually.
The celebration featured a panel discussion about Juneteenth, focusing on themes of community, equity, and justice. Employees shared personal stories to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the U.S. Following the discussion, a block party with live music, dancing, food, and games provided a vibrant atmosphere for participants.
Tapestry emphasized the importance of equity, inclusion, and diversity within its organization and highlighted the role of employee business resource groups in fostering a supportive community. The event underscored Tapestry's commitment to celebrating and promoting these values among their teams and local partners.
ThredUp (NASDAQ: TDUP), a leading online resale platform for apparel, shoes, and accessories, has appointed Noam Paransky to its Board of Directors. Paransky, Chief Omni and Innovation Officer at Tapestry (NYSE: TPR), brings over 25 years of experience in digital retail innovation. His expertise in omnichannel strategy is set to guide ThredUp as it transitions from a legacy resale marketplace to an AI-powered platform. ThredUp CEO James Reinhart emphasized that Paransky's appointment aligns with the company's focus on leveraging technology to enhance the customer experience in the rapidly evolving resale market.
Tapestry has been named to USA Today's 2024 America's Climate Leaders list, highlighting its commitment to sustainability within the fashion industry.
The company focuses on using environmentally preferred materials, such as recycled leather and post-consumer denim, aligning its efforts with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
Significant achievements include a 57% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions and a 24% decrease in Scope 3 Forest, Land, and Agriculture (FLAG) emissions since FY2021.
Tapestry aims to continue its innovative and collaborative approach to sustainability, reinforcing the importance of responsible luxury.
On June 6, 2024, Coach celebrated 'Dream Day,' an event organized by the Coach Foundation's Dream It Real initiative in collaboration with Coachtopia, a sub-brand focused on circular craft and creativity. The event emphasized supporting young people through high-impact scholarships and funding for climate leaders. The theme 'Dreaming Tomorrow' included talks and workshops led by Gen Z activists and creatives.
Attended by 200 participants, mostly Dream It Real Scholars receiving four-year scholarships, the event also introduced the Dream It Real x Coachtopia Scholars Program, supporting undergraduates committed to sustainability. A highlight was the teaser screening of 'Asali: Power of The Pollinators,' an animated film about environmental protection, followed by a panel discussion with the cast.
Coach aims to continue expanding its support, targeting 10,000 scholarships by 2030, demonstrating a strong commitment to empowering young people and fostering a sustainable future.