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Qurate Retail(QRTEA) - 2021 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2021-08-06 18:39
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |-------|-------|-------|-------|------------------------------------------------------------------| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | qurate RETAIL, INC. Curated Experiences. Infinite Possibilities. | | | | | | Q2 2021 Earnings Presentation | Safe Harbor and Non-GAAP Measures This presentation includes certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements about business strategies; expe ...
Qurate Retail(QRTEA) - 2021 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-08-06 16:48
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q2 2021, Qurate Retail reported year-over-year revenue growth of 1% and OIBDA growth of 2% on a constant currency basis, with revenue increasing 11% and OIBDA increasing 12% compared to 2019 [8][39] - Adjusted OIBDA margin improved by 40 basis points, reflecting a favorable gross margin due to lower inventory obsolescence expense and improved product margin [42][43] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - QxH revenue declined 1% year-over-year but grew 6% compared to 2019, with OIBDA growing 1% from last year [17][39] - Apparel and accessories revenue grew 19% and 11% respectively, while beauty declined 10% due to reduced airtime [41][42] - Zulily's revenue declined 6% year-over-year but grew 9% compared to 2019, impacted by marketing pressures and supply constraints [32][48] - Cornerstone delivered record Q2 revenue and OIBDA, driven by strength in home categories and apparel at Garnet Hill [34][49] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - QVC International sustained strong revenue and OIBDA growth, with revenue up 5% led by Japan and Germany [46][47] - E-commerce revenue for QVC International grew 4%, with total customers declining 4% year-over-year but growing 5% compared to 2019 [46] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on expanding its digital and video content distribution, launching a streaming service on Comcast and a new social shopping app called Qurio [28][29] - Strategic priorities include innovation, enhancing customer engagement, and leveraging advanced analytics for personalized experiences [30][28] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in long-term growth prospects despite supply chain challenges and inflationary pressures [36][39] - The company is well-positioned to benefit from trends towards online shopping and digital engagement [12][14] Other Important Information - The company plans to return a substantial portion of free cash flow to shareholders, with share repurchases and potential special dividends [53][69] - Management highlighted the importance of retaining best customers, with a retention rate exceeding 99% [74] Q&A Session Summary Question: Challenges related to advertising and viewership - Management acknowledged Zulily's challenges with paid marketing and emphasized the positive viewership trends in QxH, with traditional pay TV viewership increasing [58][60] Question: Insights on July performance and fashion rebound - Management noted the potential for further growth in apparel and accessories, while home categories faced tough comparisons [64][66] Question: QxH margin outlook - Management confirmed expectations for flat margins for the remainder of the year, acknowledging inflationary pressures but also taking steps to mitigate them [67] Question: Capital allocation and share repurchase strategy - Management indicated plans to utilize various tools for returning capital to shareholders, including share repurchases and potential special dividends [69] Question: Behavior of best customers pre, during, and post-pandemic - Management reported high retention rates among best customers and noted a significant increase in their spending and purchase frequency in the latest quarter [74]
Qurate Retail(QRTEA) - 2021 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2021-08-05 16:00
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-33982 QURATE RETAIL, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) State of Delaware (State or other jurisd ...
Qurate Retail(QRTEA) - 2021 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2021-05-14 22:47
qurate RETAIL, INC. Curated Experiences. Infinite Possibilities. Q1 2021 Earnings Presentation Safe Harbor and Non-GAAP Measures and other matters that are not historical facts. These forward-looking statements involve many risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements, including, without limitation, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our businesses, possible changes in market acceptance of new products or services, compet ...
Qurate Retail(QRTEA) - 2021 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-05-07 18:05
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Qurate Retail reported a 13% revenue growth and a 32% OIBDA growth in constant currency for Q1 2021, marking the best quarterly performance since the company's formation in 2018 [8][50] - The company welcomed 1.6 million new customers in the quarter, a 35% increase from the prior year, and served a total of 10.8 million customers, up 9% [9][50] - Adjusted OIBDA margin expanded by 160 basis points, with adjusted OIBDA growing 19% [55][63] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - QxH revenue grew 8%, driven by home category momentum and a 12% increase in e-commerce revenue [51][62] - Zulily experienced a 19% revenue growth, with new customer growth up 81% [27][66] - Cornerstone delivered over 40% revenue growth, benefiting from increased home spending [29][68] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - QVC International achieved a 15% revenue growth, with e-commerce revenue growing 25% and penetration increasing by 390 basis points [62][63] - The home category saw a 14% revenue increase, with notable strength in gardening and fitness equipment [53][54] - Consumer electronics returned to growth, up 16%, driven by demand for laptops and smart home devices [53] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on expanding its digital video ecosystem and enhancing customer engagement through various platforms [36][37] - Qurate Retail aims to capitalize on the growing trends of live stream shopping and online consumer engagement [33][48] - The company is committed to corporate responsibility initiatives, including support for small businesses and sustainability efforts [10][11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the macro environment, consumer demand, and the rebound in fashion, while also monitoring supply pressures and inflation [13][32] - The company believes it is well-positioned to adapt to post-pandemic realities, leveraging its unique business model and customer engagement strategies [48][49] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining customer loyalty and engagement as the market evolves [45][46] Other Important Information - The company completed the sale of its secondary corporate campus for $40 million as part of its hybrid work approach [61] - Free cash flow was negative $6 million in Q1, impacted by cash outlays for prior year liabilities [70][72] - The company repurchased 5 million shares for a total cost of $61 million from January 1 to April 30 [72] Q&A Session Summary Question: Customer retention and spending in fashion categories - Management noted that new customers are ramping up their spending, particularly in fashion, and expressed confidence in the ability to navigate tougher comparisons in the future [77][78] Question: OIBDA margins for QxH - Management indicated that while OIBDA margins are expected to be flat for the remainder of the year, there may be fluctuations quarter-to-quarter due to various factors [80][81] Question: Capital allocation and share repurchases - Management discussed the potential for continued share repurchases and the evaluation of capital return options, including special dividends [83] Question: Inflation and supply issues - Management acknowledged inflationary pressures, particularly in freight and labor costs, and indicated that some price increases may be passed on to customers [90][91] Question: Apparel category performance - Management confirmed that the apparel category is still below peak levels but has room for recovery, with expectations for improved margins despite higher return rates [95][96] Question: Engagement strategies for new customers - Management emphasized a multi-dimensional strategy to engage new customers across various digital platforms and content types [99][100] Question: Live streaming and content evolution - Management highlighted the need for constant innovation in content creation to remain competitive in the evolving live streaming landscape [104][107] Question: Sustainability and ESG metrics - Management outlined a comprehensive approach to sustainability, focusing on emissions, recyclability, and community empowerment [111][113]
Qurate Retail(QRTEA) - 2021 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2021-05-06 16:00
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2021 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-33982 QURATE RETAIL, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) State of Delaware (State or other juris ...
Qurate Retail(QRTEA) - 2020 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2021-02-26 20:33
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |-------|-------|-------|-------|-------|------------------------------------------------------------------| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | qurate RETAIL, INC. Curated Experiences. Infinite Possibilities. | | | | | | | Q4 2020 Earnings Presentation | Safe Harbor and Non-GAAP Measures This presentation includes certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements about business strate ...
Qurate Retail(QRTEA) - 2020 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-02-26 19:30
Qurate Retail, Inc. (NASDAQ:QRTEA) Q4 2020 Earnings Conference Call February 26, 2021 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Courtnee Chun – Chief Portfolio Officer Mike George – President and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Davis – Chief Financial Officer Greg Maffei – Executive Chairman Conference Call Participants Ed Yruma – KeyBanc Capital Markets Oliver Wintermantel – Evercore ISI Eric Sheridan – UBS Jason Bazinet – Citi Carla Casella – JPMorgan Sean Henderson – D.A. Davidson Operator Ladies and gentlemen, thank ...
Qurate Retail(QRTEA) - 2020 Q4 - Annual Report
2021-02-25 16:00
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-33982 QURATE RETAIL, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) State of Delaware (State or other jurisdicti ...
Qurate Retail(QRTEA) - 2020 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-11-08 08:43
Qurate Retail, Inc. (NASDAQ:QRTEA) Q3 2020 Earnings Conference Call November 5, 2020 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Courtnee Chun - Chief Portfolio Officer Michael George - President, CEO & Director Jeffrey Davis - CFO Gregory Maffei - Executive Chairman Conference Call Participants Eric Sheridan - UBS Investment Bank Oliver Wintermantel - Evercore ISI Edward Yruma - KeyBanc Capital Markets Jason Bazinet - Citigroup Thomas Forte - D.A. Davidson & Co. Steven Litt - 4010 Capital Operator Ladies and gentlemen ...