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Jan 31, 2024
G-III Apparel Q4 2024 Earnings Report
G-III Apparel reported fourth quarter and full-year fiscal 2024 results and provided fiscal 2025 outlook.
Key Takeaways
G-III Apparel Group reported a decrease in net sales for the fourth quarter ended January 31, 2024, but net income improved compared to the prior year's quarter. The company is optimistic about fiscal year 2025, with new initiatives and continued organic growth of owned brands.
Net sales for the fourth quarter decreased 10.5% to $764.8 million.
Net income for the fourth quarter was $28.9 million, or $0.61 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $(261.1) million, or $(5.54) per share, in the prior year’s quarter.
Non-GAAP net income per diluted share was $0.76 for the fourth quarter compared to $0.41 in the same period last year.
The company delivered strong growth with DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld and Vilebrequin.
G-III Apparel
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Forward Guidance
The Company expects net sales of approximately $3.20 billion and net income between $167.0 million and $172.0 million, or between $3.50 and $3.60 per diluted share for fiscal 2025.
Positive Outlook
- The company expects net sales of approximately $3.20 billion for fiscal 2025.
- Net income for fiscal 2025 is expected to be between $167.0 million and $172.0 million.
- The company plans to invest in high-impact global marketing to support brands and launches.
- The company aims to invest in talent and technology to enhance operational capabilities.
- The company has financial flexibility to invest in growth, new initiatives, and strategic opportunities.
Challenges Ahead
- The company anticipates approximately $60.0 million in incremental expenses primarily associated with the launches of Donna Karan, Nautica and Halston.
- Approximately 65% of the incremental expenses are related to marketing initiatives to support the Donna Karan and DKNY brands.
- The remaining costs are principally related to technology and talent to expand operational capabilities.
- Non-GAAP net income for fiscal 2025 is expected to be between $167.0 million and $172.0 million, compared to $189.8 million for fiscal 2024.
- Full-year adjusted EBITDA for fiscal 2025 is expected to be between $290.0 million and $295.0 million compared to adjusted EBITDA of $324.1 million in fiscal 2024.