Financial Performance - Samsonite achieved consolidated net sales of US$1,776.2 million for the first half of 2023, an increase of 45.7% compared to 2022 and 16.2% compared to 2019[3]. - For the six months ended June 30, 2023, consolidated net sales increased to $1,776.2 million, a 39.8% increase compared to $1,270.2 million in the same period of 2022[56]. - Gross profit for the same period was $1,043.6 million, reflecting a 47.5% increase from $707.4 million in 2022[56]. - Operating profit rose significantly by 95.3% to $312.1 million, up from $159.9 million in the prior year[56]. - Profit for the period increased by 150.7% to $171.4 million, compared to $68.5 million in the previous year[56]. - Adjusted EBITDA for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was $334.3 million, a 70.9% increase from $195.6 million in 2022[56]. - Adjusted Net Income increased by 104.9% to $170.9 million, compared to $83.3 million in the same period of 2022[56]. - Basic earnings per share rose to $0.106, a 170.4% increase from $0.039 in the prior year[56]. - The Group's total liquidity as of June 30, 2023, is US$1,344.3 million, consisting of US$599.0 million in cash and cash equivalents and US$745.4 million available under the revolving credit facility[24]. - The total net leverage ratio is below pre-pandemic levels, calculated by dividing total consolidated net debt minus unrestricted cash by consolidated Adjusted EBITDA for the trailing four fiscal quarters[25]. Market Recovery and Growth Prospects - The group expects a quick recovery in its business in China, with outbound travel from China anticipated to accelerate in the coming months[21]. - The group anticipates an acceleration in the recovery of international travel globally as long-haul flight capacity continues to increase[21]. - Business in China and Asia is rapidly recovering, with expectations for accelerated growth in outbound tourism from China in the coming months[27]. - The strong growth in travel during the summer of 2023 is expected to drive continued demand and business growth[91]. - The recovery in outbound travel from China is expected to accelerate, driving further net sales growth in Asia, Europe, and North America[138]. - The summer travel season in the Northern Hemisphere is expected to be strong due to pent-up demand in North America and Europe, and the reopening of China and other major Asian markets[141]. Marketing and Sales Strategy - The company aims to increase the proportion of net sales from its direct-to-consumer e-commerce channel[21]. - Samsonite plans to invest in marketing with a target advertising spend close to 6.5% of its consolidated net sales for 2023[21]. - The Group plans to increase marketing investments in 2023, targeting advertising expenses to account for approximately 6.5% of total net sales to capitalize on the recovery of the travel industry[27]. - The company plans to increase marketing spend to approximately 6.5% of net sales in 2023, up from 5.4% in 2022, to support ongoing recovery in travel[109]. - The Group's marketing expenses as a percentage of net sales increased by 190 basis points from 4.5% to 6.4% for the six months ended June 30, 2023[61]. Product Development and Innovation - The company is focused on developing lighter and stronger new materials and innovative functionalities through continued investment in research and development[21]. - Continued investment in research and development is planned to create lighter, more durable materials and innovative features for consumers[27]. - The company plans to invest in product innovation, sustainability initiatives, and enhancements to its global retail store network to capitalize on ongoing travel recovery and drive net sales growth[140]. Sustainability Commitment - The company emphasizes its commitment to sustainability through its "Our Responsible Journey" initiatives, integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices into its core business[21]. - The commitment to sustainability and innovation, along with a diverse geographic footprint and complementary brands, is expected to strengthen Samsonite's market position and drive sustainable long-term growth[140]. - A new sustainability materiality assessment will be conducted starting in Q3 2023, involving key stakeholders to inform new targets and initiatives on product sustainability and other material topics[142]. - The implementation of a new sustainability software system aims to strengthen systems and processes, with a goal of achieving third-party limited assurance[142]. - The company is onboarding and growing internal ESG resources to support its sustainability efforts[142]. Operational Efficiency - The Group will maintain disciplined expense management on fixed selling, general, and administrative expenses while making selective investments in core strategic functions[27]. - Fixed SG&A expenses as a percentage of net sales were 23.0% for the first half of 2023, down from 26.2% in the first half of 2022[74]. - The company will focus on managing discounting and promotional activities, as well as non-marketing SG&A expenses, to drive positive operating leverage and improve net sales margins[140]. Brand Performance - The Tumi brand's net sales increased by 51.7% year-on-year, raising its share of total net sales to 23.7% in the first half of 2023[115]. - All core brands showed strong growth, with Samsonite's net sales up by 47.1% and American Tourister's by 42.5% compared to the same period in 2022[115]. - The Samsonite brand recorded net sales of US$880.3 million, up 42.0% year-on-year, while Tumi's net sales increased by 48.5% to US$421.1 million[177]. Distribution Channels - The Group's net sales by distribution channel showed a strong performance, with direct-to-consumer sales contributing significantly to overall growth[195]. - Direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales rose to US$669.0 million, reflecting a 46.4% increase from US$456.9 million in the prior year[196]. - The DTC segment accounted for 37.7% of total net sales in the first half of 2023, up from 36.0% in the first half of 2022[196]. - The wholesale channel represented 62.3% of total net sales, while DTC accounted for 37.7% in the first half of 2023[196]. - The company continues to focus on expanding its distribution channels and enhancing its e-commerce capabilities[198].
新秀丽(01910) - 2023 - 中期财报