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Xcel Brands Inc. develops and manages consumer brands through licensing, design, merchandising, sourcing, marketing and brand-development agreements. The company’s updates center on influencer-led brands built for social commerce, livestream shopping and television retail channels, including product collections for home, kitchenware, apparel, accessories and related lifestyle categories.
Recurring XELB news covers quarterly and annual results, brand launches on HSN and QVC, partnerships tied to Longaberger and other lifestyle properties, portfolio changes such as the sale of the Judith Ripka fine-jewelry brand, and capital actions including private placements and other financing arrangements. Coverage also reflects the company’s mix of legacy brands and new influencer-driven brand programs.
Xcel Brands (NASDAQ: XELB) reported second quarter 2026 revenue of $1.1 million, down about 14% year over year, mainly due to the divestiture of the Judith Ripka brand. Direct operating costs were roughly flat at $1.9 million, but excluding a prior-year, non-recurring $0.5 million employee retention credit, they declined by about $0.5 million.
GAAP net loss attributable to stockholders narrowed to $2.5 million, or $(0.40) per share, from $4.0 million, or $(1.66), a year earlier. Non-GAAP net loss was $1.3 million, or $(0.21) per share. Adjusted EBITDA was negative $0.48 million, versus negative $0.30 million, but management notes roughly $0.32 million improvement when normalizing for last year’s non-recurring expense reduction.
For the first half of 2026, revenue was $2.3 million (down 14%), and GAAP net loss was $5.0 million. As of June 30, 2026, Xcel reported $0.4 million in cash, about $12 million in long-term debt, negative working capital of $1.3 million, and stockholders’ equity of roughly $12–14 million. The company also has a $15 million common stock purchase agreement providing discretionary access to equity capital.
Xcel Brands (NASDAQ:XELB) will report its second quarter 2026 financial results on August 13, 2026 and host an earnings conference call with investors on August 14, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. ET. The live webcast will be accessible via the Investor Relations section of the company’s website or directly through the provided Media Server link. Investors can also join by phone using dial-in numbers 800-715-9871 or 646-307-1963 with Conference ID 4300396, and a replay will later be available online. Xcel Brands describes itself as a media and consumer products company focused on branded apparel, accessories, home goods and social commerce-driven sales channels.
Xcel Brands (NASDAQ:XELB) announced a new licensing collaboration between its Tower Hill by Christie Brinkley brand and J.Queen New York to launch a luxury bedding and home décor collection. The line will include premium bedding ensembles, decorative pillows, throws, and home accents.
According to Xcel Brands, the collection blends Tower Hill’s lifestyle aesthetic and Christie Brinkley’s passion for interiors with J.Queen New York’s expertise in luxury textiles, emphasizing comfort, elegance, refined details, and versatile, livable luxury designs for consumers seeking timeless home style.
Xcel Brands (NASDAQ:XELB) announced a licensing agreement with KBL Group for the OFF/DUTY by Coco Rocha brand. KBL Group becomes production partner for ready-to-wear collections, handling sourcing, product development, manufacturing, and supply chain.
The partnership is intended to support OFF/DUTY by Coco Rocha’s growth and expansion across multiple retail channels, delivering elevated, versatile wardrobe essentials inspired by Coco Rocha’s two-decade fashion career.
Xcel Brands (NASDAQ:XELB) announced a licensing partnership for Trust. Respect. Love by Cesar Millan with EcoStrong. The agreement covers pet and home categories such as cleaning products, odor management, shampoos and conditioners, focusing on environmentally safe, pet-safe solutions aligned with Cesar Millan’s relationship-based pet care philosophy.
Xcel Brands (XELB) announced an exclusive licensing partnership uniting Baggallini with supermodel and entrepreneur Coco Rocha for a limited-edition capsule collection.
The six-piece Baggallini x Coco Rocha line, led by the new oversized Super Bagg, offers fashion-forward designs with detailed organizational features, launching publicly September 17, 2025.
Xcel Brands (XELB) announced an exclusive licensing collaboration between handbag brand Baggallini and fashion icon Coco Rocha. The partnership launches a limited-edition capsule handbag collection, highlighted by the Super Bagg, blending elevated style with organization for modern, on-the-go women.
The curated assortment targets women balancing careers, travel, family, and everyday life, reflecting a shared focus on functional, stylish products that support busy lifestyles.
Xcel Brands (XELB) announced an exclusive licensing collaboration between handbag brand Baggallini and model and entrepreneur Coco Rocha. The partnership launches a limited-edition capsule collection, highlighted by the Super Bagg, blending elevated style with Baggallini's organizational functionality for modern, on-the-go women.
The curated assortment of handbags is inspired by Coco Rocha's extensive travel and multifaceted life and aims to support women balancing careers, travel, family, and everyday life with designs that are both beautiful and purposeful.
Xcel Brands (NASDAQ:XELB) announced a new influencer-led fashion and accessories brand, OFF/DUTY by Coco Rocha, created with supermodel and entrepreneur Coco Rocha. The elevated collection, inspired by Rocha's off‑runway wardrobe, will debut on QVC in Fall 2026, emphasizing versatility, comfort, and luxury-inspired style for everyday life.
Xcel Brands (NASDAQ:XELB) reported first quarter 2026 revenue of $1.1 million, down about 14% year over year, with GAAP net loss of $2.5 million versus $2.8 million a year ago.
Adjusted EBITDA was -$0.7 million. The company ended March 31, 2026 with stockholders' equity of about $13.2 million, cash of $0.2 million, and long-term debt of $12.6 million. In April, it received $2 million cash from selling the Judith Ripka brand and holds a common stock purchase agreement allowing sales of up to $15 million of its shares at its discretion. A Q&A call is set for May 19, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET.