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Feb 01

Tillys Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Tillys reported a decline in net sales and higher operating losses due to lower store traffic and e-commerce performance.

Key Takeaways

Tillys' Q4 2024 revenue was $147.3 million, down 14.9% year-over-year due to weak store and e-commerce sales. Comparable net sales declined by 11.2%. Gross margin decreased to 26.0%, impacted by lower sales volume. SG&A expenses were reduced slightly but remained high relative to revenue. The company reported a net loss of $13.7 million, compared to a net loss of $20.6 million in Q4 2023.

Total revenue declined by 14.9% year-over-year to $147.3 million.

Comparable net sales decreased by 11.2%, reflecting lower store traffic and online sales.

Gross margin fell to 26.0%, down from 27.0% in Q4 2023.

Net loss improved to $13.7 million from $20.6 million in Q4 2023.

Total Revenue
$147M
Previous year: $173M
-14.9%
EPS
-$0.45
Previous year: -$0.17
+164.7%
Comparable Net Sales Growth
-11.2%
Previous year: -8%
+40.0%
Gross Margin
26%
Previous year: 27%
-3.7%
SG&A Expenses
$52.4M
Previous year: $55.2M
-5.1%
Gross Profit
$38.3M
Previous year: $46.7M
-18.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$21.1M
Previous year: $47M
-55.2%
Free Cash Flow
-$42M
Total Assets
$342M
Previous year: $430M
-20.3%

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Forward Guidance

Tillys expects continued sales pressure in Q1 2025 but aims to stabilize operations through cost reductions and improved inventory management.

Positive Outlook

  • Spring assortment expected to align with consumer trends.
  • Inventory efficiencies and cost-cutting measures planned for FY 2025.
  • SG&A expenses expected to decline due to operational restructuring.
  • No plans to access credit facility despite challenging sales environment.
  • Cash position expected to remain stable through FY 2025.

Challenges Ahead

  • Q1 2025 comparable net sales expected to decline by 8%-3%.
  • Projected Q1 2025 revenue range of $105M-$111M, lower than Q1 2024.
  • Continued weak store traffic and e-commerce performance.
  • Operating losses expected to persist in the near term.
  • Ongoing macroeconomic challenges impacting discretionary spending.

Revenue & Expenses

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