Ethan Allen Q4 2023 Earnings Report
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.
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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