PetMed Express reported a strong first quarter with a 20% increase in net sales, driven by the shift of consumers to online purchasing. Earnings per share increased by 47% due to sales growth and improved operating income margins.
Net sales increased by 20% to $96.2 million compared to the same quarter last year.
Diluted earnings per share rose by 47% to $0.39 compared to $0.26 in the prior year.
New order sales increased by 29% to $15.8 million.
The company acquired approximately 186,000 new customers, compared to 140,000 in the same period the prior year.
The company is focusing on redesigning its website and mobile app to optimize customer's digital experience and intends to continue to pay regular quarterly dividends.