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Dillard’s, Inc. Reports Second Quarter and Year-to-Date Results
Globenewswire· 2025-08-14 10:50
Core Viewpoint - Dillard's, Inc. reported a modest increase in sales for the second quarter of 2025, with net income slightly down compared to the previous year, indicating a mixed performance in a challenging retail environment [1][2]. Second Quarter Results - Net income for the 13 weeks ended August 2, 2025, was $72.8 million, or $4.66 per share, compared to $74.5 million, or $4.59 per share, for the same period in 2024 [2][18]. - Net sales for the quarter were $1.514 billion, up from $1.490 billion in the prior year [3][18]. - Total retail sales, excluding the construction business, increased by 1% to $1.447 billion compared to $1.426 billion in the previous year [4][18]. - Comparable store sales also increased by 1% during the same period [4][18]. Gross Margin - Consolidated gross margin for the second quarter was 36.6% of sales, down from 37.6% in the prior year [5][18]. - Retail gross margin was 38.1% of sales, compared to 39.1% in the previous year, with variations across product categories [6][18]. Inventory and Expenses - Inventory increased by 2% as of August 2, 2025, compared to the previous year [7][18]. - Selling, general, and administrative expenses for the quarter were $434.2 million, representing 28.7% of sales, slightly down from 29.1% in the prior year [8][18]. 26-Week Results - For the 26 weeks ended August 2, 2025, net income was $236.7 million, or $15.08 per share, down from $254.5 million, or $15.68 per share, in the same period in 2024 [11][18]. - Net sales for the 26 weeks were $3.043 billion, slightly up from $3.039 billion in the previous year [12][18]. - Total retail sales for the 26 weeks were flat at $2.915 billion compared to $2.919 billion in the prior year [12][18]. - Retail gross margin for the 26 weeks was 41.8% of sales, down from 42.7% in the previous year [13][18]. Share Repurchase - During the second quarter, the company repurchased $9.8 million worth of Class A Common Stock, and $107.8 million during the 26 weeks, with remaining authorization of $165.2 million under the May 2023 program [15][18]. Other Information - Dillard's operates 272 stores across 30 states, including 28 clearance centers, and has an online presence at dillards.com [17][18].
Protalix BioTherapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial and Business Results
Prnewswire· 2025-08-14 10:50
Core Viewpoint - Protalix BioTherapeutics reported a significant increase in revenues driven by the sales of Elfabrio® and provided updates on its product pipeline and management changes [2][4][6]. Financial Highlights - Revenues from selling goods for Q2 2025 were $15.4 million, a 16% increase from $13.3 million in Q2 2024, primarily due to an $8.0 million increase in sales to Chiesi [6][7]. - Cost of goods sold decreased by 38% to $5.9 million in Q2 2025 from $9.5 million in Q2 2024 [7]. - Research and development expenses doubled to approximately $6.0 million in Q2 2025 from $3.0 million in Q2 2024, mainly due to preparations for the Phase 2 trial of PRX-115 [7][17]. - Selling, general, and administrative expenses decreased by 26% to $2.6 million in Q2 2025 from $3.5 million in Q2 2024 [7]. - The net income for Q2 2025 was approximately $164,000, compared to a net loss of $2.2 million in Q2 2024 [7][17]. Business Updates - Protalix is advancing the development of PRX-115, with a Phase 2 trial expected to start in the second half of 2025 [2][4]. - The company appointed Gilad Mamlok as the new Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Eyal Rubin, who will assist during the transition until October 2025 [3][6]. - Protalix has been added to the Russell 3000® and Russell 2000® Indexes as of June 27, 2025 [6]. Product Pipeline - Elfabrio® is positioned for growth in the Fabry disease market, which is currently valued at approximately $2.3 billion and is expected to grow to $3.2 billion by 2030 [2][12]. - The European Medicines Agency is reviewing a submission for a new dosing regimen for Elfabrio® [6].
New Strong Sell Stocks for August 14th
ZACKS· 2025-08-14 10:45
Group 1 - Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited (FIHL) has been added to the Zacks Rank 5 (Strong Sell) List due to a 42.9% downward revision in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings over the last 60 days [1] - Flowco Holdings Inc. (FLOC) is also on the Zacks Rank 5 (Strong Sell) List, with a 3.4% downward revision in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings over the last 60 days [2] - WhiteHorse Finance, Inc. (WHF) has been included in the Zacks Rank 5 (Strong Sell) List, experiencing a 4.1% downward revision in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings over the last 60 days [2]
Titan Machinery Inc. to Report Fiscal Second Quarter Ended July 31, 2025 Results on Thursday, August 28, 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-08-14 10:45
WEST FARGO, N.D., Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Machinery Inc. (Nasdaq: TITN), a leading network of full-service agricultural and construction equipment stores, announced today it will release financial results for the second quarter July 31, 2025, on Thursday, August 28, 2025, followed by an investor conference call at 7:30 a.m. Central time (8:30 a.m. Eastern time). Investors interested in participating in the live call can dial (877) 704-4453 from the U.S. International callers can dial (201) 3 ...
Descartes Named Top Provider of Cloud-based TMS Solutions and Top Fleet Management Provider in ARC Advisory Group’s Transportation Management Systems Global Report
Globenewswire· 2025-08-14 10:45
LONDON and ATLANTA, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced it was named in ARC Advisory Group’s Transportation Management Systems Global Market Research (2024 – 2029) report as the leading provider of software as a service (SaaS) and cloud-based hosting services for transportation management systems (TMS) and also as the leading provider of fleet management applications. The report ...
Eika Boligkreditt AS: Report for the second quarter and first half of 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-08-14 10:45
Please find enclosed Eika Boligkreditt AS' interim report for the second quarter and first half of 2025. The report is also available on http://eikbol.no/ Attachment Eika Boligkreditt AS - Report 2Q 2025 ...
Castellum, Inc. Announces Aggregate Warrant Exercises Raising Additional Proceeds of Approximately $4.5 Million
Globenewswire· 2025-08-14 10:45
Castellum, Inc. Announces Aggregate Warrant Exercises Raising Additional Proceeds of Approximately $4.5 Million - Castellum, Inc. (NYSE-American: CTM) (“Castellum” or “CTM”) announces investors have exercised stock warrants, an aggregate of 3,673,666 warrants, for total gross proceeds of $4,481,873 - www.castellumus.com VIENNA, Va., Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Castellum, Inc. (NYSE-American: CTM) (“Castellum” or “CTM”), a cybersecurity, electronic warfare, and software engineering services company ...
Descartes Named Top Provider of Cloud-based TMS Solutions and Top Fleet Management Provider in ARC Advisory Group's Transportation Management Systems Global Report
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-08-14 10:45
LONDON and ATLANTA, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced it was named in ARC Advisory Group’s Transportation Management Systems Global Market Research (2024 – 2029) report as the leading provider of software as a service (SaaS) and cloud-based hosting services for transportation management systems (TMS) and also as the leading provider of fleet management applications. The report ...
Bullish: No Bearish Case Here
Seeking Alpha· 2025-08-14 10:40
The stock of the company named Bullish (NYSE: BLSH ) surged by almost 84% during its first trading day. Company naming looks a little bit odd and might lead to confusion in investment-related articles ("I am bullish on Bullish") but the first-day share priceWith a decade at a Big 4 audit firm specializing in the banking, mining, and energy sectors, I bring a strong foundation in finance and strategy. Currently, I serve as the Head of Finance for a leading owner and operator of retail real estate, where I ov ...
AST SpaceMobile: Share Dilution Might Finally Be Over
Seeking Alpha· 2025-08-14 10:35
Company Overview - AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTS) is focused on developing space telecommunications with the goal of providing global mobile phone service through satellite infrastructure [1] Investment Outlook - The company was rated as a Hold in May, indicating a cautious approach towards its investment potential [1] - The analysis is based on value investing principles, an owner's mindset, and a long-term investment horizon [1] Analyst Background - The analysis is conducted by a former advisory representative at Fidelity, who now engages in personal investing and shares research findings [1]