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Jun 30, 2023
Ethan Allen Q4 2023 Earnings Report
Ethan Allen reported results for Q4 2023, with consolidated net sales of $187.4 million and adjusted diluted EPS of $0.96.
Key Takeaways
Ethan Allen reported financial results for the fourth quarter ended June 30, 2023. Consolidated net sales were $187.4 million, with a gross margin of 61.5% and an adjusted operating margin of 16.3%. Adjusted diluted EPS was $0.96. The company ended the quarter with $172.7 million in cash and investments and no debt.
Consolidated net sales for Q4 2023 were $187.4 million, a decrease of 18.4%.
Gross margin increased to 61.5%, up from 58.2% year-over-year.
Adjusted operating margin was 16.3% compared to 18.5% in the prior year.
Adjusted diluted EPS decreased 23.2% to $0.96.
The company's Board approved a special cash dividend of $0.50 per share and a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.36 per share, both payable on August 31, 2023.
Ethan Allen
Ethan Allen
Forward Guidance
Ethan Allen is focused on strengthening its vertically integrated structure, enhancing product offerings, repositioning its retail network, and investing in technology. While acknowledging the challenges of a slower economy, the company remains cautiously optimistic due to its initiatives over the last three years.
Positive Outlook
- Developing a strong team which is entrepreneurial and disciplined
- Enhancing product offerings under the umbrella of Classics with a Modern Perspective
- Repositioning our retail network as an Interior Design Destination
- Ongoing investments in technology to further enhance our marketing
- Ongoing investments in North American manufacturing and our logistics
Challenges Ahead
- Challenges of a slower economy
- Reduction of consumer focus on the home due to the COVID-19 pandemic