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Dec 31, 2019
Under Armour Q4 2019 Earnings Report
Under Armour's Q4 2019 performance reflected a revenue increase, improved gross margin, and an operating income, but also included a net loss due to tax expenses and impairment charges.
Key Takeaways
Under Armour reported a 4% increase in revenue to $1.4 billion for Q4 2019. The company's gross margin improved significantly, leading to an operating income of $74 million. However, the company experienced a net loss of $15 million, impacted by tax expenses and impairment charges.
Revenue increased by 4% to $1.4 billion, driven by footwear and accessories.
Gross margin improved by 230 basis points to 47.3% due to pricing, channel mix, and supply chain initiatives.
Operating income was $74 million.
Net loss was $15 million, impacted by tax and impairment charges.
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Forward Guidance
Under Armour's initial 2020 outlook includes an estimated negative impact of the coronavirus outbreak in China of approximately $50 million to $60 million in sales related to the first quarter of 2020. Revenue is expected to be down at a low single-digit percent compared to 2019 results. Diluted Earnings per share is expected to be in the range of $0.10 to $0.13.
Positive Outlook
- Gross margin is expected to be up approximately 30 to 50 basis points versus the prior year due to ongoing supply chain initiatives and regional mix benefits.
- International business is expected to grow at a low double-digit percentage rate.
Challenges Ahead
- Revenue is expected to be down at a low single-digit percent compared to 2019 results.
- North America is expected to decline in mid to high-single-digit percentage.
- The coronavirus outbreak in China is expected to negatively impact sales by approximately $50 million to $60 million in the first quarter of 2020.
- Operating income is expected to reach $105 million to $125 million.
- Diluted Earnings per share is expected to be in the range of $0.10 to $0.13, inclusive of an estimated $0.01 to $0.02 negative impact from the company’s equity interest in its Japan licensee.
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