Inter Parfums Q3 2023 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Inter Parfums reported a record third quarter with net income attributable to Inter Parfums, Inc. increasing 28% to $53 million, or $1.66 per diluted share. The company is affirming its FY2023 net sales guidance of $1.3 billion and increasing its earnings per diluted share guidance to $4.75.
Record quarterly net sales and strong earnings were achieved due to favorable trends in the fragrance industry, high brand demand, and successful launches, extensions, and distribution.
North America was the largest market with a 29% sales increase, followed by Western Europe with 24% growth, and Asia with 20% growth.
The company has been able to increase sell-out in China, particularly on Coach, Montblanc, and Ferragamo, enabling management of stock-in-trade levels.
A major investment in advertising and promotion is planned for the fourth quarter, targeting 21% of annual net sales to drive retail sell-out and build brand awareness.
Inter Parfums
Inter Parfums
Forward Guidance
Inter Parfums is affirming its FY2023 net sales guidance of $1.3 billion, representing 20% growth from FY2022. The company is increasing its earnings per diluted share guidance to $4.75, a 26% increase from $3.78 for FY 2022.
Positive Outlook
- Ongoing strength in the market.
- Year-to-date performance provides confidence.
- Net sales guidance of $1.3 billion affirmed.
- Earnings per diluted share guidance increased to $4.75.
- Growth of 26% from $3.78 for FY 2022 expected.
Challenges Ahead
- Geopolitical tensions.
- Very high fourth quarter 2022 base.
- Guidance assumes the dollar/euro average exchange rate remains at current levels.
- Only modest sales from China are included.
- Newly acquired fragrance licenses, Roberto Cavalli and Lacoste, are not included.