Designer Brands delivered improved profitability in Q3 2025 with higher EPS and gross margin, even though overall sales and comparable sales were down. Operating income nearly doubled year-over-year.
Net income attributable to Designer Brands Inc. rose to $18.2 million, up from $13.0 million last year
Adjusted EPS reached $0.38, marking a strong increase from the prior year
Gross margin improved to 45.1%, a 210 basis point increase
Total comparable sales fell 2.4%, with the Canada Retail and Brand Portfolio segments seeing the steepest declines
Designer Brands expects fiscal 2025 net sales to decline by 3% to 5% and adjusted operating income to range between $50 million and $55 million.
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