HanesBrands Inc. announced third-quarter 2023 results, showing improvement in key performance metrics despite a challenging sales environment. The company reduced inventory, generated positive operating cash flow, and paid down debt. They also initiated an evaluation of strategic alternatives for their global Champion business.
GAAP gross margin of 31.1% decreased 260 basis points compared to prior year; adjusted gross margin of 35.5% increased 100 basis points over prior year.
Inventory reduced by 17% sequentially and 29% year-over-year.
Cash flow from operations was $155 million for the quarter and $287 million year-to-date.
Total debt reduced by $144 million in the quarter and approximately $270 million year-to-date; ended quarter with approximately $1.2 billion of liquidity.
The Company provided financial outlook for the fourth-quarter and full-year 2023, reflecting assumptions of muted global consumer demand and year-over-year improvement in fourth-quarter margins.