VF(US:VFC) Businesswire·2026-01-28 11:00Core Insights - VF Corporation reported financial results for Q3 Fiscal 2026, showing revenue growth, margin expansion, and debt reduction, with a quarterly dividend of $0.09 per share declared [1][7]. Financial Performance - Revenue for Q3'26 was $2.88 billion, reflecting a 1% increase year-over-year, and a 4% increase when adjusted for Dickies [1][2]. - Gross margin improved to 56.6%, up 30 basis points from the previous year [1][4]. - Operating income reached $289 million, compared to $226 million in the prior year, with an operating margin of 10.1% [1][4]. - Earnings per share (EPS) were reported at $0.76, an increase from $0.43 year-over-year [1][4]. Brand Performance - The North Face® and Timberland® brands grew by 8% and 5% respectively on a constant dollar basis, while Vans® experienced a decline of 8% [1][2]. - The Americas region had its strongest performance in over three years, with a 2% increase in revenue year-over-year, and a 6% increase when excluding Dickies [1][2]. Strategic Developments - The sale of the Dickies® brand was completed during the quarter, impacting reported results [1][2]. - The company is on track to meet its medium-term financial targets, with a focus on digital performance and product innovation [1][2]. Future Outlook - For Q4'26, adjusted operating income is expected to be between $10 million to $30 million, with revenue projected to be flat to a 2% increase year-over-year [1][2]. - The company anticipates an increase in free cash flow and operating cash flow compared to the previous year [1][2].