Consumer Discretionary stocks have been struggling over the last few years. With interest rates on the rise, consumers have been forced to tighten their belts, and directing their purchases towards more essential items.The author has an honours degree in economics and politics with a focus on economic development. With 36 years of experience in executive management he has extensive knowledge of insurance/reinsurance, Global and Asia Pacific markets, climate change and ESG. He invests in his personal capacit ...

Adidas posted strong third-quarter growth. CEO Bjørn Gulden said the footwear giant is building momentum to become "a great company again." Adidas thrives with retro styles like Samba, while competitors face challenges in the market. Insider Today NSIDER TODA Sign up to get the inside scoop on today's biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read preview Bull Thanks for signing up! Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed ...

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Financial Data and Key Metrics - Currency-neutral growth of 10.3% in Q3 2024, with underlying adidas business (excluding YEEZY) growing 14% [7] - Gross margin reached 51.3%, the first time adidas business margin exceeded YEEZY [7] - EBIT increased by almost 50% to €598 million, with an EBIT margin of 9.3% [7] - Net income of €469 million, with basic earnings per share of €2.44, up 75% [49] Business Line Data and Key Metrics - Footwear grew by 14%, Apparel by 5%, and Accessories by double digits [20] - Performance products grew by 10%, Sportswear by 4%, and Original basketball partnerships and skateboarding by 20% [21] - Wholesale business grew by 13%, Own Retail by 15%, and E-commerce (excluding YEEZY) by 25% [12][13] Market Data and Key Metrics - North America showed slight growth in the adidas business, with optimistic outlook for Q4 and Q1 [8] - Europe grew by 18% (21% underlying), China by 8%, Japan and South Korea by 17%, and LatAm by 30% [9][10] - Emerging markets grew by 20%, contributing to the overall 10% growth [10] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - The company continues to invest heavily in sales and marketing, with a focus on leveraging future growth [7] - Expansion into new markets such as Iraq, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan, and Nigeria through franchise partners [19] - Focus on localizing products and marketing to cater to regional differences [57] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving double-digit growth and a 10% EBIT margin in the medium term [66] - The company aims to be a "good company" in 2024 and a "healthy company" by 2026, with a focus on gross margin between 50%-52% and 12% investment in marketing [58] - The summer of sports events positively impacted growth, fueling momentum into Q3 [6] Other Important Information - The company settled YEEZY-related claims, resulting in a €100 million release in other operating income, offset by a €100 million donation [45] - Inventory levels are healthy, with 80% of inventory being current or future season products [90] - The company plans to open new stores in smaller Chinese cities and expand into new markets with franchise partners [18][19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Ability to maintain current top-line growth - The company expects to maintain double-digit growth in the future, with differences across categories, channels, and markets [66] Question: Impact of expanding SKU counts on profitability - Expanding SKU counts is expected to positively impact profitability, with a focus on having the right products for each market [67][70] Question: Drivers of North America growth - Growth in North America is driven by improved brand heat and positive retailer order books, with a focus on performance and lifestyle products [73] Question: OpEx and restructuring costs - The company incurred one-time costs related to Runtastic and IT infrastructure impairments, with ongoing efforts to optimize operating expenses [75] Question: EBIT guidance and CapEx - The company expects to spend less than the guided €600 million in CapEx for the year, with a focus on disciplined investment [78] Question: Share buyback and cash generation - The company prioritizes investing in the business and being a solid dividend payer, with potential for share buybacks in 2026 [85][86] Question: Inventory management and specialty running progress - The company has managed inventory effectively, with no issues expected in fulfilling Q4 demand [88] - Progress in specialty running is improving, with efforts to rebuild relationships with specialty retailers [88] Question: Full price sell-through and business model changes - The company sees potential for higher gross margins in 2025, with ongoing optimization of the business model [97] Question: Current trading and tariff trends - October trading is positive, with no significant changes in demand or promotional activity [100] - Tariff trends are strong but represent a balanced portion of overall sales, with growth across all categories [100]

Adidas has reached an out-of-court settlement with rapper Ye to end all legal proceedings between them, the sportswear brand said on Tuesday, adding that no money changed hands in the agreement. Adidas and Ye had been embroiled in multiple lawsuits for the past two years, since the German company ended a partnership with the rapper previously known as Kanye West over antisemitic comments he made. "There isn't any more open issues, and there is no… money going either way, and we both move on," CEO Bjorn Guld ...

The Zacks Shoes and Retail Apparel industry continues to face challenges from rising costs, lower consumer spending on discretionary items, and increased marketing investments, which have weighed on profits. Additionally, unfavorable currency fluctuations pose risks for companies with global operations. However, the industry has been promising due to growing consumer interest in healthy lifestyles, driving demand for activewear and athletic footwear. Innovative designs have been key growth drivers for indus ...

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For those looking to find strong Consumer Discretionary stocks, it is prudent to search for companies in the group that are outperforming their peers. Is Adidas AG (ADDYY) one of those stocks right now? A quick glance at the company's year-to-date performance in comparison to the rest of the Consumer Discretionary sector should help us answer this question. Adidas AG is one of 273 companies in the Consumer Discretionary group. The Consumer Discretionary group currently sits at #8 within the Zacks Sector Ran ...

No investor likes a recommendation downgrade. Investors clearly weren't ready to play with shares of Adidas (ADDYY -1.94%) on the second trading day of the week. The athletic wear company's U.S.-traded shares lost nearly 2% in value on a day when the market generally did well, with the S&P 500 index closing 0.5% higher. Adidas didn't have any negative news of its own to report, but an analyst's new take on the stock triggered the sell-off. Downgraded from buy to hold The person behind the move was Barclays ...

For those looking to find strong Consumer Discretionary stocks, it is prudent to search for companies in the group that are outperforming their peers. Adidas AG (ADDYY) is a stock that can certainly grab the attention of many investors, but do its recent returns compare favorably to the sector as a whole? Let's take a closer look at the stock's year-to-date performance to find out. Adidas AG is one of 280 companies in the Consumer Discretionary group. The Consumer Discretionary group currently sits at #10 w ...