Core Viewpoint - Snap-on Inc. (SNA) experienced a 3.4% decline in share price over the past month, primarily due to disappointing first-quarter 2025 results that missed revenue expectations and showed a year-over-year decline [1][3]. Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, Snap-on reported a 3.5% year-over-year decline in revenues, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate, attributed to a 2.3% dip in organic sales and a $13.9 million negative impact from unfavorable foreign currency translation [3][4]. - The Tools Group segment, a significant revenue contributor, saw a 7.4% year-over-year sales decline, reflecting reduced U.S. operations and technician reluctance to finance purchases [6][8]. - The Commercial & Industrial Group also faced a 4.4% decline, impacted by decreased military-related demand and softness in the European hand tools market [6][8]. - Despite the overall decline, the Repair Systems & Information Group and Financial Services segment showed positive performance, with the former exceeding expectations due to rising demand from OEM dealerships and independent shops, and the latter achieving a 2.5% revenue increase [7][8]. Margin and Cost Control - Snap-on reported a gross margin expansion of 20 basis points year-over-year to 50.7%, despite a 3.1% decline in gross profit, indicating effective cost control and a favorable product mix [8]. Outlook and Estimates - Management maintains a cautiously optimistic outlook for 2025, focusing on resilience amid macroeconomic uncertainties and aiming to drive growth through established strategic initiatives [10]. - Following the soft Q1 performance, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for SNA's earnings per share has been revised downward by 0.8% for both 2025 and 2026, now projected at $18.76 and $20.04 per share, respectively [11].

2023 Annual Results Presentation 18 March 2024 2023 Annual ResultsHighlights RMB 14,346 m 10.9% Group's revenue RMB 1,030 m 11.8% globally as at 31 December 2023 8,583 branded stores Core Xtep brand's revenue Profit attributable to ordinary equity holders of the Company Professional sports segment's revenue Athleisure segment's revenue (Mainland China) RMB 11,947 m RMB 796 m RMB 465 m HK 8.0 cents1 Full year payout ratio: 50.0% Final dividend per Share RMB 1,794 m 21.6% Group's inventories RMB 1,255 m 119.5 ...

Financial Performance - The group's revenue reached RMB 7,203 million, a 10.4% increase year-over-year[2] - Gross profit margin improved to 46.0%, up by 3.1 percentage points[3] - Profit attributable to ordinary equity holders of the company increased by 13.0% to RMB 752 million[4] - Interim dividend per share is HK15.6 cents, with a payout ratio of 50.0%[7] Brand Performance - Core Xtep brand revenue grew by 6.6% to RMB 5,789 million[9] - Professional sports segment revenue increased significantly by 72.2% to RMB 593 million[9] - Athleisure segment revenue increased by 9.7% to RMB 821 million[9] Balance Sheet Highlights - Net cash and cash equivalents increased by 51.7% to RMB 1,414 million[13] - Bank borrowings decreased by 22.6% to RMB 2,047 million[13] Sustainability - MSCI ESG rating upgraded to "A"[8] - Charity donations reached RMB 28.8 million[60]

Core Insights - Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (WWW) reported strong first-quarter 2025 results, with revenues and earnings exceeding expectations and showing year-over-year growth [1][3] - The company's shares increased by 10.3% following the announcement of these results [1] Financial Performance - Adjusted earnings were 18 cents per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 11 cents, and significantly up from 5 cents in the prior-year quarter [3] - Total revenues reached $412.3 million, a 4.4% increase year over year, and exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $395 million [3] - Direct-to-consumer revenues decreased by 9.4% year over year to $96.4 million, while international revenues increased by 16.4% to $207.8 million [3] Segment Performance - Active Group revenues rose by 12.7% year over year to $326.7 million, beating the consensus estimate of $298.2 million [4] - Work Group revenues fell by 17% year over year to $74.8 million, below the consensus estimate of $84.1 million [4] - Other segment revenues dropped by 28% year over year to $10.8 million, also lagging behind the consensus estimate of $13.1 million [4] Brand Performance - Merrell's revenues increased by 13.2% year over year to $150.6 million, while Saucony's revenues improved by 29.6% to $129.8 million [5] - Wolverine's revenues declined by 9.2% to $37.4 million, and Sweaty Betty's revenues fell by 15.9% to $38 million [5] Margins and Costs - Adjusted gross profit was $194.8 million, a 7.3% increase year over year, with an adjusted gross margin of 47.3%, up 80 basis points [6] - Adjusted operating costs rose by 4.9% to $170.2 million, with the metric as a percentage of revenues increasing by 100 basis points to 6% [6] Balance Sheet and Cash Flow - The company ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $106.5 million and long-term debt of $565.8 million [7] - Net debt decreased by 12.1% year over year to $604 million, and inventory was down 23.6% to $271 million [7] Future Outlook - For the second quarter, the company expects revenues between $440 million and $450 million, indicating growth of 3.7-6% year over year [9] - Projected operating margin is 6.7%, with adjusted operating margin expected to be 7.2%, suggesting an increase of 90 basis points from the previous year [10] - Earnings per share are anticipated to be between 17 cents and 22 cents, with adjusted earnings per share expected between 19 cents and 24 cents [10]

Core Insights - Tapestry, Inc. reported strong third-quarter fiscal 2025 results, exceeding revenue and earnings estimates, with year-over-year growth prompting an increase in fiscal 2025 outlook [1][3][18] Financial Performance - Adjusted earnings were $1.03 per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 89 cents, and reflecting a 27.2% increase from 81 cents in the prior year [3] - Net sales reached $1,584.6 million, exceeding the consensus estimate of $1,529 million, marking a 6.9% year-over-year increase and 8% growth on a constant-currency basis [3] - Consolidated gross profit was $1.21 billion, up 8.9% year over year, with a gross margin increase of 140 basis points to 76.1% [9] Customer Engagement and Growth - The company acquired over 1.2 million customers in North America, with Gen Z and Millennials making up approximately two-thirds of this new customer base [4] - Direct-to-consumer revenues grew 9% on a constant-currency basis, driven by a mid-teen increase in digital sales [5] Brand Performance - Coach's net sales were $1.29 billion, a 13% year-over-year increase, while Kate Spade's sales were $244.9 million, reflecting a 13% decline [6] - Stuart Weitzman's net sales totaled $46.2 million, marking an 18% year-over-year decrease [7] Regional Sales Insights - North America sales increased 9% year over year to $951.7 million, while European markets saw a 32% increase in revenues to $92.9 million [8] - Sales in Greater China improved 3% to $278.9 million, while Japan experienced an 8% decline [8] Cost and Margin Analysis - Adjusted operating income was $277.3 million, up 15.9% from the previous year, with an adjusted operating margin increase of 140 basis points to 17.5% [10] - Selling, general and administrative expenses totaled $928.5 million, up 7% year over year, remaining flat as a percentage of net sales at 58.6% [11] Future Outlook - Tapestry anticipates mid-single-digit revenue growth for the fiscal fourth quarter, with earnings per share expected to exceed 95 cents [16][17] - The company raised its fiscal 2025 revenue outlook to $6.95 billion, indicating 4% growth from the prior year [18] - Projected earnings per share for fiscal 2025 are forecasted at $5.00, implying high-teens percentage growth from the prior year [20]

Core Viewpoint - Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc. (SPB) reported disappointing second-quarter fiscal 2025 results, with both revenue and earnings falling short of expectations and declining year over year due to a challenging macroeconomic environment and global trade pressures [1][3][14] Financial Performance - Adjusted earnings were 68 cents per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.35 per share, and down 51.4% from $1.40 per share in the prior year [3] - Net sales decreased by 6% year over year to $675.7 million, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $695 million, with organic sales down 4.6% [3] - Gross profit fell 7.3% year over year to $253.4 million, with a gross margin contraction of 60 basis points to 37.5% [4] - Adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations decreased 36.5% year over year to $71.3 million, with the adjusted EBITDA margin contracting 500 basis points to 10.6% [5] Segment Performance - Home & Personal Care segment sales declined 5.1% year over year to $254.2 million, with adjusted EBITDA down to $7.3 million and a margin contraction of 370 basis points to 2.9% [6][7] - Global Pet Care segment sales fell 7.1% year over year, with adjusted EBITDA dropping 19.7% to $50 million and a margin contraction of 290 basis points to 18.6% [8][9] - Home & Garden segment sales decreased 5.2% year over year to $152.3 million, with adjusted EBITDA falling to $26.7 million and a margin contraction of 70 basis points to 17.5% [10][11] Financial Position - As of March 30, 2025, the company had a cash balance of $96 million and outstanding debt of $656.9 million, resulting in a net debt of approximately $560.9 million [12] - The company repurchased 2 million shares for $159.9 million during the quarter, totaling $1.28 billion in repurchases since the close of HHI [13] Outlook - Spectrum Brands has suspended its fiscal 2025 earnings framework due to increased uncertainty from global trade conditions and softening consumer demand, while maintaining a long-term financial strategy targeting a net leverage ratio of 2.0 to 2.5 times [14]

Core Insights - Allbirds, Inc. reported revenue of $32.11 million for the quarter ended March 2025, reflecting an 18.4% decrease year-over-year, but exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $30.87 million by 4.03% [1] - The company's EPS was -$2.73, an improvement from -$3.60 in the same quarter last year, and surpassed the consensus EPS estimate of -$3.85 by 29.09% [1] Financial Performance - The net revenue from the United States was $25.63 million, which is a 12.3% decline year-over-year, and it exceeded the average estimate of $23.92 million [4] - International net revenue was reported at $6.49 million, down 35.7% year-over-year, compared to the average estimate of $6.68 million [4] Market Performance - Over the past month, Allbirds, Inc. shares have returned +8.8%, while the Zacks S&P 500 composite increased by +11.3% [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), indicating expected performance in line with the broader market in the near term [3]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a first quarter net loss per share of $0.05 compared to earnings per diluted share of $0.24 in the prior year period, primarily due to lower gross margins from sales mix changes [8][16] - Consolidated first quarter revenues were down 1% year over year, with a strong balance sheet and net leverage position allowing for a strategic long-term approach to capital allocation [12][17] - Gross margin rate was 36.8% for the first quarter, down from 39.8% in the prior year [14] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - Branded Products revenue was off less than 1%, with promotional products growing while branded uniform sales declined due to stronger rollouts in the previous year [13] - Healthcare Apparel revenue decreased by 7% year over year, reflecting a decline in Institutional Healthcare Apparel [13] - Contact Center business segment grew revenue by 3%, benefiting from solid retention and growth of existing customers [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted customer buying hesitancy due to inflation, interest rates, and tariffs, which have slowed decision-making and sourcing challenges [5][6] - The company has a diversified sourcing strategy that mitigates risks associated with high tariffs on products from China [6][9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on strong cost management and has eliminated costs to support profitability as demand normalizes [7][8] - The company plans to invest in growing digital channels and expanding market share in the healthcare apparel segment [11] - The company is actively repurchasing shares, considering it a compelling value, while maintaining significant liquidity for growth [9][17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed cautious optimism for Q2, citing a strong order backlog and customer retention over 90% [10] - The company anticipates revenue for the full year to be in the range of $550 million to $575 million, reflecting a conservative approach due to economic uncertainty [18] - Management emphasized a proven track record of navigating challenging economic times and maintaining a strong position relative to competitors [18] Other Important Information - The company has executed approximately $13 million in annualized savings, primarily within SG&A expenses, to enhance operational efficiency [44][53] - The company ended the first quarter with $20 million in cash and cash equivalents, up from $19 million at the start of the year [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Discussion on the pipeline in branded products and contact centers - Management highlighted strong pipelines in both segments, with aggressive recruitment and positioning as experts in navigating tariff challenges [21][23] Question: Reduced revenue guidance and conservatism in the second half - Management confirmed a cautious approach while still expecting a ramp-up in the second half, managing costs conservatively [30] Question: Cost perspective on tariffs and price increases - Management indicated the ability to pass on tariff-related costs to customers, with flexibility in pricing strategies [31][32] Question: Impact of tariffs on customer behavior and supply chain disruptions - Management noted that even if tariffs were lifted, it would take time to return to normalcy due to supply chain disruptions [40][43] Question: Insights on SG&A savings and operational efficiencies - Management confirmed that the $13 million in savings would not impact growth and would begin to benefit in the second quarter [44][53] Question: Acquisition opportunities in the current environment - Management is currently conserving cash and not pursuing acquisitions until there is more clarity on tariffs, but sees potential opportunities in the future [55][56]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a consolidated first quarter revenue decline of 1% year over year, holding revenue nearly flat despite macroeconomic headwinds [7][12] - The net loss per share for the first quarter was $0.05, compared to earnings per diluted share of $0.24 in the prior year period, primarily due to lower gross margins from sales mix changes [7][16] - Consolidated EBITDA decreased to $3.5 million from $9.6 million a year earlier, reflecting the impact of lower revenues and margins [13] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Branded Products segment, revenue was down less than 1%, with promotional products growing while branded uniform sales declined due to stronger rollouts in the previous year [12][8] - Healthcare Apparel revenue fell by 7% year over year, primarily due to a decline in Institutional Healthcare Apparel [12] - The Contact Center segment grew revenue by 3%, benefiting from solid retention and growth of existing customers [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted that customer buying hesitancy persisted due to inflation, interest rates, and tariffs, particularly affecting sourcing challenges [5][6] - The company maintained a strong balance sheet with $20 million in cash and cash equivalents, up from $19 million at the start of the year [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on strong cost management and has eliminated approximately $13 million in annualized budget expenses to enhance profitability as demand normalizes [18] - The company is leveraging its diversified business segments and multiple sources of supply to navigate economic uncertainties [6][5] - The company aims to capitalize on market dislocations by actively repurchasing common shares, considering it a compelling value [8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed cautious optimism for Q2, citing a strong order backlog and customer retention over 90% [9] - The company anticipates revenue for the full year to be in the range of $550 million to $575 million, reflecting a conservative outlook due to economic uncertainties [17][18] - Management emphasized a proven track record of navigating challenging economic times and maintaining significant liquidity to support growth [18] Other Important Information - The company has a net leverage ratio of 2.2 times trailing twelve months covenant EBITDA, which is within covenant requirements [17] - The company is exploring acquisition opportunities but is currently focused on conserving cash until there is more clarity regarding tariffs [53] Q&A Session Summary Question: Discussion on the pipeline in branded products and contact centers - Management highlighted strong pipelines in both segments, with aggressive recruitment and positioning as experts in navigating tariff challenges [21][23] Question: Reduced revenue guidance and conservatism in the second half - Management confirmed a cautious approach due to current uncertainties but expects a ramp-up in the second half [30] Question: Cost perspective on tariffs and price increases - Management stated they can pass on tariff increases to most customers and are actively managing pricing strategies [31][33] Question: Impact of tariffs on customer behavior and supply chain disruptions - Management noted that even if tariffs were lifted, it would take 6 to 9 months for supply chains to normalize due to disruptions [39][41] Question: Annualized cost savings and operational efficiencies - Management confirmed $13 million in annualized savings primarily from SG&A expense reductions, which will begin to impact the second quarter [43][51] Question: Acquisition opportunities and focus areas - Management is currently conserving cash and will only consider acquisitions that are immediately accretive and at the right price [53][54] Question: Price elasticity of branded products and profitability - Management indicated flexibility in pricing strategies to recoup tariff costs while maintaining market share [58][62]

INVESTOR PRESENTATION May 2025 Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause future results to differ materially from those suggested by the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to the following; our business, operations, customers, suppliers nd employees; general economic conditions in the areas of the United States in which the Company's customers are located; changes in the market where uniforms are worn, where ...