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Mar 28, 2020

Ralph Lauren Q4 2020 Earnings Report

Ralph Lauren reported a net loss for Q4 2020, impacted by COVID-19 and Hong Kong protests, but made progress on its Next Great Chapter plan before the crisis.

Key Takeaways

Ralph Lauren Corporation reported a decrease in revenue by 15% to $1.3 billion, and a net loss of $249 million, or ($3.38) per diluted share for the fourth quarter of Fiscal 2020. The results were impacted by adverse impacts related to COVID-19 and Hong Kong protest business disruptions.

Earnings per diluted share of ($3.38) on a reported basis and ($0.68) on an adjusted basis.

Revenue declined 15% to $1.3 billion on a reported basis.

Average unit retail increased 8% driven by ongoing brand elevation and quality of sales initiatives.

Maintained balance sheet strength with $2.1 billion in cash and investments.

Total Revenue
$1.27B
Previous year: $1.51B
-15.4%
EPS
-$0.68
Previous year: $1.07
-163.6%
Gross Profit
$594M
Previous year: $902M
-34.1%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.62B
Previous year: $584M
+177.4%
Total Assets
$7.28B
Previous year: $5.94B
+22.5%

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Forward Guidance

Due to the high level of uncertainty and evolving situation surrounding COVID-19, Ralph Lauren is suspending all future guidance. The company expects financial results for both periods to be significantly negatively impacted by the pandemic.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income