Financial Performance - For the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, the company reported a net sales of 3,682.4 million in 2023[12]. - Gross profit for the same period was 2,182.8 million in the previous year, resulting in a gross margin of 60.0%[12]. - Operating profit decreased by 15.4% to 743.7 million in 2023[12]. - Net profit for the year was 430.3 million in 2023[12]. - Earnings attributable to equity holders were 396.9 million in the prior year[12]. - Adjusted net income was 392.4 million in 2023[12]. - Adjusted EBITDA for the year was 709.3 million in the previous year[12]. - The adjusted EBITDA margin was 19.0%, slightly lower than 19.3% in 2023[12]. - Basic earnings per share decreased by 13.0% to 0.275 in the prior year[12]. - Diluted earnings per share also fell by 13.1% to 0.273 in 2023[12]. Market Trends and Strategies - The company expects net sales growth at constant currency rates for Q1 and the full year of 2025, alongside strong profit margin maintenance[5]. - The company aims to expand its product portfolio and market coverage, including non-travel categories[5]. - The company is focusing on increasing sales in mature markets and deeper penetration in emerging markets with higher growth potential[5]. - The company reported a strong performance in its direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels, including the successful expansion of self-operated retail stores and e-commerce platforms[5]. - The company emphasizes its commitment to innovation in design and sustainability, aiming to differentiate its products[5]. - The company is actively managing its channel mix and executing a multi-channel strategy[5]. - The company is focused on maintaining its brand strength and attractiveness in the market[5]. - The company is aware of the potential impacts of travel industry trends, particularly in air travel, on its business[5]. - The company expects steady growth in the global travel and tourism industry in 2025, supporting consumer demand for its products[22]. Consumer Behavior and Market Challenges - The company experienced a decline in consumer sentiment in key markets, impacting discretionary spending on high-end and luxury brands, alongside reduced retail customer traffic[14]. - Competitive pressures, particularly from increased discounting by rivals in various markets, notably India, affected the company's performance[14]. - Strong global travel and tourism trends helped mitigate the macroeconomic challenges faced during the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[14]. - The fiscal year 2023 saw sales driven by post-pandemic recovery in Asia, particularly after China lifted restrictions, and increased sales to wholesale customers in North America[14]. Financial Management and Cost Control - The company is committed to managing raw material supply and costs effectively[5]. - Marketing expenses decreased by 227.0 million for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, with marketing expenses as a percentage of net sales declining by 30 basis points to 6.3%[15]. - General and administrative expenses are expected to decrease by 250.2 million in 2023 to 157.6 million as part of its share repurchase program[15]. - The board recommends a dividend distribution of 150.0 million distribution in 2024[21]. - The company distributed 19.7 million in 2024, compared to 34.5 million or 3.4% to $1,062.1 million for 2024[19]. - The DTC sales net increased by 2.7% year-over-year, contributing 39.8% to total net sales, up from 38.9% in the previous year[18]. - The company opened 67 new retail stores in 2024, maintaining the same growth rate as in 2023, bringing the total to 1,119 stores[30]. Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility - The company increased the proportion of products made from recycled materials in its net sales to approximately 40% in 2024, up from 34% in 2023 and 23% in 2022, reflecting the growing importance of sustainability as a consumer purchasing driver[35]. - The company’s environmental, social, and governance rating was upgraded from "A" to "AA" by MSCI, and it ranked 40th in Time magazine's "World's Best Companies in Sustainable Growth 2025" list[35]. Future Outlook - The company anticipates a mid-single-digit decline in net sales for Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024, due to macroeconomic uncertainties affecting consumer sentiment[36]. - The company plans to continue investing in marketing to upgrade the TUMI brand, celebrating its 50th anniversary with new product launches and marketing initiatives[36].
新秀丽(01910) - 2024 - 年度业绩