Crocs Q3 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Crocs, Inc. reported strong Q3 2024 results, exceeding enterprise guidance on sales and profitability. The Crocs Brand was a key driver, fueled by international and direct-to-consumer growth. However, the HEYDUDE Brand's performance was weaker than expected, leading to a reset of the full-year outlook for that brand.
Third Quarter Diluted EPS Up 17% to $3.36 and Adjusted Diluted EPS Up 11% to $3.60
Third Quarter Revenues Increased 2% to $1.06 Billion
Third Quarter Crocs Brand Grew 8% Constant Currency Fueled By Balanced Channel Growth
Company repaid $110 million of debt and repurchased approximately 1.1 million shares for $151 million
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Crocs Revenue by Segment
Crocs Revenue by Geographic Location
Forward Guidance
For Q4 2024, Crocs, Inc. anticipates revenues to be flat to slightly up compared to Q4 2023, with the Crocs Brand growing approximately 2% and the HEYDUDE Brand declining by 6% to 4%. The adjusted operating margin is expected to be around 19.5%, and adjusted diluted earnings per share are projected to be $2.20 to $2.28.
Positive Outlook
- Revenues to be flat to up slightly compared to fourth quarter 2023
- Crocs Brand to grow approximately 2% compared to fourth quarter 2023
- Adjusted operating margin of approximately 19.5%
- Adjusted diluted earnings per share of $2.20 to $2.28
- Revenue growth of approximately 3% compared to 2023
Challenges Ahead
- HEYDUDE Brand to be down 6% to 4% compared to fourth quarter 2023
- Revenues for the HEYDUDE Brand to be down approximately 14.5%
- Adjusted operating margin of more than 25%
- Combined GAAP tax rate of approximately 21% and non-GAAP effective tax rate of approximately 16%
- Adjusted diluted earnings per share of $12.82 to $12.90
Revenue & Expenses
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