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Feb 03, 2024
Vera Bradley Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Vera Bradley's Q4 2024 financial performance reflected a decrease in net revenues but improved gross profit and expense management, resulting in a smaller net loss compared to the prior year.
Key Takeaways
Vera Bradley, Inc. reported consolidated net revenues of $133.3 million for the fourth quarter, a decrease from $147.1 million in the prior year. The company's net loss was ($1.9) million, or ($0.06) per diluted share, compared to a net loss of ($28.2) million, or ($0.91) per diluted share, in the prior year. On a non-GAAP basis, net income was $3.5 million, or $0.11 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of ($1.0) million, or ($0.03) per diluted share, in the prior year.
Consolidated net revenues decreased to $133.3 million from $147.1 million in the prior year.
Net loss improved to ($1.9) million, or ($0.06) per diluted share, compared to a net loss of ($28.2) million, or ($0.91) per diluted share, in the prior year.
Gross profit increased to $69.6 million, or 52.3% of net revenues, compared to $60.0 million, or 40.8% of net revenues, in the prior year.
The company continued to strengthen its balance sheet by increasing its cash position and strategically reducing inventory levels.
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CapyFin.com Forward Guidance
Management is providing estimates for the fiscal year ending February 1, 2025, based on current macroeconomic trends and expectations and implementation of components of Project Restoration. Consolidated net revenues are expected to be $460 to $480 million.
Positive Outlook
- Vera Bradley brand sales are expected to grow by low-single digits
- Accelerating sales in the second half of the year as new products, branding, and marketing are launched.
- Gross profit percentage expected to be relatively flat to last year due to product margin improvements and lower supply chain costs.
- SG&A expenses are expected to be relatively flat.
- Consolidated diluted EPS of $0.54 to $0.62.
Challenges Ahead
- Anticipate the Fiscal 2025 macroeconomic environment to continue to be unpredictable
- This year will continue to be a rebuilding year for the Company
- Pura Vida brand sales will decline in the mid-teen range.
- Increased shipping costs.
- Incremental marketing investment intended to drive sales and accelerate customer file growth is expected.
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