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Jan 29, 2022

Vera Bradley Q4 2022 Earnings Report

Vera Bradley's Q4 2022 results were announced, with consolidated net revenues increasing by 5.1% and net income totaling $5.2 million, or $0.15 per diluted share.

Key Takeaways

Vera Bradley, Inc. reported a 5.1% increase in consolidated net revenues for the fourth quarter, totaling $149.6 million. Net income for the quarter was $5.2 million, or $0.15 per diluted share, compared to $7.9 million, or $0.23 per diluted share, in the prior year. The balance sheet remains strong with cash and cash equivalents of $88.4 million and no debt.

Consolidated net revenues increased by 5.1% to $149.6 million.

Net income totaled $5.2 million, or $0.15 per diluted share.

Non-GAAP net income totaled $5.7 million, or $0.17 per diluted share.

The company ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $88.4 million and no debt.

Total Revenue
$150M
Previous year: $142M
+5.1%
EPS
$0.17
Previous year: $0.31
-45.2%
Gross Profit
$76.1M
Previous year: $77.9M
-2.3%
Cash and Equivalents
$88.4M
Previous year: $64.2M
+37.7%
Free Cash Flow
$34.4M
Previous year: $15M
+129.8%
Total Assets
$522M
Previous year: $514M
+1.6%

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Forward Guidance

For fiscal year 2023, the company expects consolidated net revenues of $555 to $575 million and diluted EPS of $0.57 to $0.67.

Positive Outlook

  • Consolidated net revenues of $555 to $575 million.
  • Year-over-year Vera Bradley revenues are expected to grow in the low-to mid-single digit range.
  • Pura Vida revenues are expected to be flat to up by low-single digits.
  • Free cash flow of between $35 and $45 million.
  • Consolidated gross profit percentage of 54.5% to 55.0%.

Challenges Ahead

  • Consolidated SG&A expense of $273 to $281 million.
  • Consolidated operating income of $29.5 to $35.5 million.
  • Net capital spending of approximately $10 to $12 million.
  • Continued freight and digital marketing increases.
  • No GSP benefit is included in gross margin guidance.

Revenue & Expenses

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