Urban Outfitters(US:URBN) The Motley Fool·2025-11-26 19:44Core Insights - Urban Outfitters reported strong fiscal third-quarter earnings, with shares rising over 13% following the announcement [1][4] Financial Performance - Net sales increased by 12% to $1.5 billion for the quarter ended October 31, driven by revenue growth across both physical stores and online channels [2] - Comparable sales for Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, and Free People brands rose by 12.5%, 7.6%, and 4.1% respectively, with all brands achieving positive comps across all geographies [3] - Gross margin improved slightly to 36.8%, attributed to tighter inventory controls and lower markdowns [5] - Net income rose by 13% to $116 million, with earnings per share increasing by 16% to $1.28, surpassing Wall Street's expectations of $1.18 [5] Future Outlook - The CFO anticipates high-single-digit sales growth in the fourth quarter, while the CEO expects Urban Outfitters to grow at a faster rate than its competitors [6] - The results highlight the strength of the company's diversified business model, which is expected to continue capturing market share and drive long-term growth [6]