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May 03

DXL Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Destination XL Group reported a net loss amid declining sales in Q1 2025.

Key Takeaways

Destination XL Group saw an 8.6% decline in sales and a net loss of $1.9 million in Q1 2025, driven by weaker consumer demand and lower direct sales performance. Despite challenges, the company maintained healthy merchandise margins and continued expanding initiatives such as FiTMAP technology.

Total revenue declined to $105.5 million, down from $115.5 million a year ago.

Comparable sales dropped by 9.4%, with direct sales down 16.2%.

Net loss of $1.9 million compared to net income of $3.8 million in Q1 2024.

Cash and investments dropped to $29.1 million, largely due to share repurchases and seasonal inventory build.

Total Revenue
$106M
Previous year: $115M
-8.6%
EPS
-$0.04
Previous year: $0.06
-166.7%
Comparable sales growth
-9.4%
Direct sales as % of total
27.5%
Previous year: 30%
-8.3%
Adjusted EBITDA
$100K
Previous year: $8.2M
-98.8%
Gross Profit
$47.6M
Previous year: $60.9M
-21.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$8.08M
Previous year: $29.9M
-73.0%
Free Cash Flow
-$18.8M
Previous year: -$5.94M
+216.3%
Total Assets
$380M
Previous year: $348M
+9.3%

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Forward Guidance

DXL expects comparable sales to gradually improve in fiscal 2025, anticipating a return to growth in the second half of the year.

Positive Outlook

  • Month-over-month improvement in sales trends during Q1.
  • Continued margin strength despite promotional activity.
  • Expansion of FiTMAP technology across stores.
  • Healthy inventory levels ahead of key sales events.
  • No outstanding debt and strong liquidity position.

Challenges Ahead

  • Continued pressure on discretionary spending from consumers.
  • Direct sales significantly down year-over-year.
  • Elevated occupancy costs due to lower sales leverage.
  • Higher freight costs affecting merchandise margin.
  • Functional issues on digital platforms early in the quarter.