lululemon(US:LULU) Financial Modeling Prep·2025-12-12 22:48Core Insights - Lululemon athletica inc. reported stronger-than-expected third-quarter results, with shares rising over 9% intra-day following the announcement [1] - The company expanded its share repurchase program, indicating confidence in its financial position [1] Financial Performance - Earnings per share reached $2.59, exceeding analyst estimates by $0.38 [1] - Revenue increased by 7% year-over-year to $2.6 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $2.48 billion [1] - Comparable sales rose by 1%, or 2% on a constant-currency basis [1] Market Performance - International markets drove performance, with international net revenue surging by 33%, particularly strong in mainland China where comparable sales jumped by 24% [2] - In contrast, North America lagged, with net revenue declining by 2% and comparable sales falling by 5% [2] Store Expansion and Inventory - Lululemon opened 12 net new stores during the quarter, bringing the total to 796 locations globally [2] - Inventory rose by 11% year-over-year to $2.0 billion, or 4% on a unit basis [2] Future Outlook - For fiscal 2025, the company raised its net revenue outlook to a range of $10.962 billion to $11.047 billion, representing 4% growth, or 5% to 6% excluding the impact of a 53rd week in fiscal 2024 [3] - CEO Calvin McDonald will step down effective January 31, 2026, with a search for his successor underway [3] - Board Chair Marti Morfitt has been appointed Executive Chair to oversee the transition [3]