Hanesbrands reported second-quarter results in line with its outlook, delivering sequential gross margin improvement, further reducing inventory, generating positive operating cash flow, and beginning to pay down debt earlier than expected. The company adjusted its second-half outlook due to the difficult apparel market, particularly in Australia and the U.S. activewear category.
Net sales from continuing operations were $1.44 billion, a decrease of 5% compared to last year.
The Company reduced total debt by nearly $100 million in the quarter.
Inventory declined 12%, or $255 million, as compared to prior year.
The Company generated cash flow from operations of $88 million in the quarter.
For the third quarter of 2023, the Company expects net sales of approximately $1.52 billion to $1.57 billion, GAAP EPS of $0.04 to $0.10, and adjusted EPS of $0.07 to $0.13. For fiscal year 2023, the Company expects net sales of approximately $5.80 billion to $5.90 billion, GAAP EPS of $0.00 to $0.14, and adjusted EPS of $0.16 to $0.30.