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Mar 31, 2024
Weyco Q1 2024 Earnings Report
Weyco Group's first quarter results were announced, with sales down but retail segment showing growth.
Key Takeaways
Weyco Group reported a decrease in consolidated net sales by 17% to $71.6 million compared to the previous year. However, the retail segment achieved a record first-quarter net sales of $9.8 million, up 10%. Net earnings were $6.7 million, or $0.69 per diluted share, compared to $7.4 million, or $0.78 per diluted share, in the first quarter of 2023.
Consolidated net sales decreased by 17% to $71.6 million.
Retail segment net sales reached a record $9.8 million, a 10% increase.
Net earnings were $6.7 million, or $0.69 per diluted share.
Wholesale segment sales decreased by 20% to $56.2 million.
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Forward Guidance
The company expects sales to remain soft through the second quarter but is optimistic that demand will improve in the back half of the year.
Positive Outlook
- Retail segment posted another record quarter, which is a testament to the strength of our brands across North America.
- Sell-throughs at wholesale remain strong.
- Gross margins improved as a result of lower inventory costs, primarily inbound freight.
- The Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.26 per share, representing an increase of 4% above the previous quarterly dividend rate of $0.25.
- Optimistic that demand will improve in the back half of the year.
Challenges Ahead
- Wholesale volumes were down for the quarter, compared to a record first quarter last year.
- Results are reflective of broader industry headwinds, as retailers remain reluctant to place orders after struggling with high inventories last year.
- Sales of the Florsheim, Stacy Adams, and Nunn Bush brands were down 11%, 16%, and 13%, respectively, for the quarter, due to reduced demand following record sales growth early last year.
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