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May 02, 2020

Genesco Q1 2021 Earnings Report

Genesco's financial performance was impacted by COVID-19, with store closures and decreased sales, but strong digital demand partially offset the losses.

Key Takeaways

Genesco Inc. reported a significant decrease in net sales and earnings for the first quarter of fiscal 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Net sales decreased by 44% to $279 million, and the company reported a GAAP loss per diluted share of ($9.54). However, the company saw strong digital demand with a 64% increase in comparable direct sales.

Net sales decreased 44% to $279 million due to store closures.

GAAP EPS from continuing operations was ($9.54) compared to $0.36 last year.

Non-GAAP EPS from continuing operations was ($3.65) compared to $0.33 last year.

Digital comp growth increased by 64%.

Total Revenue
$279M
Previous year: $496M
-43.7%
EPS
-$3.65
Previous year: $0.33
-1206.1%
Gross Margin
43%
Previous year: 49.4%
-13.0%
Gross Profit
$120M
Previous year: $245M
-50.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$239M
Previous year: $157M
+52.3%
Free Cash Flow
-$34.5M
Previous year: -$41.5M
-16.8%
Total Assets
$1.76B
Previous year: $1.82B
-3.4%

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Forward Guidance

Due to the continued uncertainty in the overall economy, the Company is not providing guidance at this time.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income