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Bath & Body Works (BBWI) posted first-quarter fiscal 2025 results, wherein the top line met the Zacks Consensus Estimate and the bottom line surpassed the same. Also, both net sales and earnings improved year over year.The company began fiscal 2025 with a strong performance, supported by positive customer response to product innovation and effective use of its predominantly U.S.-based supply chain amid evolving trade dynamics. The business is well-positioned to deliver fragrance innovation and high-quality ...

Bath & Body Works' new CEO is only 10 days into the job, but is already planning a major strategy shakeup. The home fragrance retailer reported a strong start to 2025, with net sales up 2.9% to $1.4 billion in the first quarter of 2025. Earnings per diluted share jumped 29% to $0.49, surpassing the firm's own projections.A new Disney collaboration leading to the launch of six Disney Princesses fragrances helped to boost earnings from the most recent period, Bath & Body Works said. In its statement, the co ...

Financial Performance - Consolidated Net Sales for Q1 2025 were $1,424 million, an increase of $40 million or 2.9% compared to Q1 2024[86] - Operating Income for Q1 2025 was $209 million, up $22 million or 11.7% from Q1 2024, with an Operating Income rate of 14.7%[86] - Gross Profit increased by $40 million to $646 million, with a Gross Profit rate of 45.4%, up from 43.8% in Q1 2024[96] - In the first quarter of 2025, the company reported net sales of $1,355 million, with a gross profit of $602 million and a net income of $91 million[135] Expenses and Capital Expenditures - Total General, Administrative and Store Operating Expenses rose by $18 million to $437 million, with a rate of 30.7% of Net Sales[98] - Capital expenditures for Q1 2025 were $39 million, primarily for new off-mall stores and technology projects[109] - The company plans capital expenditures of approximately $250 million to $270 million for 2025, focusing on real estate and technology[111] Cash Flow and Share Repurchase - Net cash provided by operating activities in Q1 2025 was $188 million, compared to $76 million in Q1 2024[106] - The company repurchased 4.326 million shares for $135 million during Q1 2025[104] - The company repurchased a total of 4,326 thousand shares in 2025, with an average stock price of $30.47, and repurchased shares worth $135 million[115] - The company had remaining authority of $382 million under the January 2025 share repurchase program as of May 3, 2025[116] Debt and Credit Facilities - As of May 3, 2025, the total long-term debt stood at $3,886 million, a slight decrease from $4,282 million in May 2024[118] - The company had an available borrowing base of $639 million under its Asset-backed Revolving Credit Facility, with no borrowings outstanding as of May 3, 2025[123] - The company had $11 million of outstanding letters of credit as of May 3, 2025, reducing its availability under the ABL Facility to $628 million[124] - The principal value of outstanding long-term debt is $3,916 million, with an estimated fair value of $3,957 million[149] Tax and Effective Tax Rate - The effective tax rate for Q1 2025 was 28.4%, compared to 26.8% in Q1 2024[102] Risk Management - The company utilizes foreign currency forward contracts to partially offset exchange rate risks associated with Canadian dollar-denominated earnings[144] - Royalties from international partners are exposed to foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations, as they are calculated based on local currency sales[145] - The company monitors credit risk by limiting exposure to any single financial institution and reviewing the credit standing of franchise and wholesale partners[148] - The carrying values of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and accrued expenses approximate their fair values due to short maturities as of May 3, 2025[150] Investment Activities - The company maintains a diversified investment portfolio primarily composed of U.S. government obligations, U.S. Treasury, AAA-rated money market funds, commercial paper, and bank deposits[146][148] - The primary objectives of the investment activities are the preservation of principal, maintenance of liquidity, and maximization of interest income while minimizing risk[146] - The company does not believe there is any material risk to principal associated with interest rate changes due to the short-term nature of its investments[146] - Interest rate swap arrangements may be utilized to adjust exposure to interest rate risk as needed[147] - All outstanding long-term debt as of May 3, 2025, has fixed interest rates, limiting exposure to interest rate risk[147] Credit Ratings - The company's credit ratings as of May 3, 2025, were Ba2 from Moody's and BB+ from S&P for corporate ratings, with a stable outlook[128] Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio - The company maintained a fixed charge coverage ratio requirement of not less than 1.00 to 1.00 during an event of default, but was not required to maintain this ratio as of May 3, 2025[126]

Financial Performance - Bath & Body Works reported revenue of $1.42 billion for the quarter ended April 2025, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 2.9% [1] - The EPS for the same period was $0.49, compared to $0.38 a year ago, indicating a positive growth [1] - The reported revenue matched the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.42 billion, resulting in a surprise of -0.02%, while the EPS exceeded the consensus estimate of $0.47 by 4.26% [1] Key Metrics - The stock of Bath & Body Works has returned -0.1% over the past month, contrasting with the Zacks S&P 500 composite's increase of +6.7% [3] - The company currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), suggesting it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term [3] Store Operations - Total company-operated stores were reported at 1,900, slightly below the average estimate of 1,903 by five analysts [4] - In the United States, there were 1,787 stores, compared to the average estimate of 1,790 [4] - Geographic net sales in the U.S. and Canada reached $1.11 billion, surpassing the four-analyst average estimate of $1.09 billion, with a year-over-year change of +4.2% [4] International Performance - Geographic net sales from international operations were reported at $64 million, slightly below the average estimate of $65.31 million, but showing a year-over-year increase of +10.3% [4] - Direct sales in the U.S. and Canada amounted to $250 million, which was below the average estimate of $265.49 million, reflecting a year-over-year decline of -4.2% [4]

Bath & Body Works (BBWI) Q1 2026 Earnings Call May 29, 2025 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Luke Long - Vice President of Investor RelationsDaniel Heaf - CEOEva Boratto - Chief Financial OfficerSimeon Siegel - Managing DirectorAlex Straton - Equity Research Managing DirectorAmy Teske - Equity Research AssociateJonna Kim - DirectorOlivia Tong - Managing DirectorSydney Wagner - Equity Research Senior Associate - Beauty & Personal CareAngus Kelleher-Ferguson - Equity Research AssociateDana Telsey - CEO and Ch ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported net sales of $1.4 billion, an increase of 2.9% compared to the prior year, marking the strongest underlying sales performance since 2021 [25][14] - Earnings per diluted share were $0.49, exceeding the high end of the guidance range [14] - Gross profit rate was 45.4%, an increase of 160 basis points year-over-year, driven by a 100 basis point improvement in merchandise margin [27][28] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Body care grew low single digits, driven by the success of the Disney Princess line and the expansion of the everyday luxuries line [18][20] - Home fragrance also grew low single digits, with strong performance from single wick candles and wallflowers [18] - Soaps and sanitizers grew mid single digits, supported by on-the-go products [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. and Canadian store net sales totaled $1.1 billion, an increase of 4.3% versus the prior year [26] - Direct net sales were $250 million, a decrease of 4.3% compared to last year, but adjusted for Buy Online Pickup in Store (BOPIS), direct sales outperformed store sales [26] - International sales, representing about 5% of total net sales, grew approximately 10.1% to $64 million [27] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to transform Bath and Body Works by focusing on consumer-centric strategies, enhancing digital capabilities, and exploring new distribution channels [7][10] - International expansion is a key pillar of the long-term strategy, with plans for at least 30 new store openings in 2025 [29][11] - The company is committed to fewer, bolder priorities to accelerate growth through consistent and repeatable drivers [49] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ability to absorb current tariff levels and maintain guidance for net sales growth of 1% to 3% for the full year [30][31] - The leadership team is optimistic about the innovation pipeline for the second half of the year, including new product launches and collaborations [46][71] - The company is focused on enhancing customer engagement through its loyalty program, which has approximately 39 million active members [21][22] Other Important Information - The company plans to invest $250 million to $270 million in capital expenditures during the year, focusing on real estate and technology [33] - The loyalty program has been enhanced to increase reward redemption options, aiming to drive higher engagement and sales [22] Q&A Session Summary Question: What attracted you to Bath and Body Works? - The CEO highlighted the emotional connection consumers have with the brand and the strong foundation of the business, including a dedicated workforce and a vertically integrated supply chain [40][41] Question: Can you elaborate on the go-forward top line commentary? - Management noted that Disney was a key driver of sales growth and expressed confidence in upcoming product launches, including Father's Day promotions [44][46] Question: What are the long-term growth rates for body care and home fragrance? - Management expects body care to grow above low single digits over time, while home fragrance is currently facing market pressures but is still growing [66][67] Question: How do you view pricing strategy in light of tariffs? - The company plans to remain agile with pricing, ensuring that it meets customer expectations while maintaining value [100] Question: What are the plans for international expansion? - The CEO emphasized the importance of selecting priority markets and matching them with appropriate business models for growth [101][102]

Bath & Body Works (BBWI) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.49 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.47 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.38 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 4.26%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this owner of Victoria's Secret, Bath & Body Works and other chain stores would post earnings of $2.04 per share when it actually produced earnings of $2.09, delivering ...

Financial Results and Projections - Bath & Body Works, Inc. announced anticipated financial results for Q1 2025, with a focus on revenue growth and user engagement metrics[6]. - The financial results and strategic direction will be further detailed in the upcoming earnings call[6]. Leadership Changes - The company appointed Daniel Heaf as the new Chief Executive Officer effective May 16, 2025, succeeding Gina Boswell[8]. - Ms. Boswell's termination will trigger severance payments as per her executive severance agreement, which was previously disclosed[15]. - The press release detailing these changes was issued on May 19, 2025, highlighting the leadership transition[16]. Compensation and Incentives - Mr. Heaf's annual base salary is set at $1,350,000, with a target annual incentive opportunity of 190% of his base salary[10]. - The company plans to provide Mr. Heaf with an annual equity incentive award opportunity valued at $8,000,000 starting in the 2026 fiscal year[10]. - A one-time award of restricted stock units valued at $2,500,000 will be granted to Mr. Heaf, with vesting occurring over three years[10]. Strategic Focus - The company is expected to continue its focus on market expansion and new product development under the new leadership[16]. - The company is committed to maintaining its competitive edge through strategic leadership and operational improvements[16].

May 29, 2025 Q1 2025 EARNINGS & 2025 GUIDANCE 1 Q1 EARNINGS CALL PARTICIPANTS DANIEL HEAF Chief Executive Officer FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS Safe Harbor Statement Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 We caution that any forward-looking statements (as such term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) contained in this report or made by our Company or our management involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on various factors, many of whi ...