Under Armour reported a strong start to 2021 with a 35% increase in revenue to $1.3 billion. The company's improved operating model and consumer connection investments drove the positive results. They are raising their full year outlook due to Q1 success.
Revenue increased by 35% to $1.3 billion, or 32% on a currency-neutral basis.
Wholesale revenue increased 35% to $800 million, and direct-to-consumer revenue increased 54% to $437 million.
Gross margin increased 370 basis points to 50.0%, driven by pricing, supply chain initiatives, and channel mix.
Diluted earnings per share was $0.17, and adjusted diluted earnings per share was $0.16.
Under Armour updated its full-year 2021 outlook, expecting revenue to be up at a high-teen percentage rate, gross margin to be up approximately 50 basis points, and adjusted operating income to reach $230 million to $240 million.
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