Steve Madden reported strong Q3 2024 results, with revenue and adjusted earnings exceeding expectations. The growth was driven by accessories and apparel categories, international markets, and direct-to-consumer channels. The company is raising its guidance for 2024 revenue and adjusted earnings.
Revenue for the wholesale business increased by 14.4% compared to Q3 2023.
Direct-to-consumer revenue increased by 7.8% compared to Q3 2023.
The company ended the quarter with 282 brick-and-mortar retail stores and five e-commerce websites, as well as 67 company-operated concessions in international markets.
The Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per share.
For fiscal 2024, the Company now expects revenue will increase 13% to 14% compared to 2023. The Company now expects diluted EPS will be in the range of $2.36 to $2.41. The Company now expects Adjusted diluted EPS will be in the range of $2.62 to $2.67.
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income