This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback Coach this week launched its spring 2026 campaign, “Explore Your Story,” in support of its Tabby bag and a new collection of readable book charms. The campaign was co-created with communities around the globe and informed by listening to Gen Z, tactics discussed during a Feb. 25 virtual event hosted by Marketing Dive featuring Coach CMO Joon Silverstein and VaynerX CMO Avery Akkineni.“Listening is so important to us. We do deep immersion ...

FORT WAYNE, Ind., Feb. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vera Bradley, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRA) (the “Company”) today announced that it plans to report results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ending January 31, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, March 12, 2026. The Company will host a conference call to discuss its financial results at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time that same day. A live webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company’s website; Investor Relations | Vera Bradley Designs Inc. A ...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Warby Parker Inc. (NYSE: WRBY) ("Warby Parker†or the "Company†), a direct-to- consumer lifestyle brand focused on vision for all, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025. Highlights "In 2025, we delivered double-digit revenue growth each quarter and achieved our first full year of positive net income while expanding Adjusted EBITDA,†said Dave Gilboa, Co-Founder and Co-CEO. "In a dynamic environment, we leveraged our unmatche ...

Capri Holdings Ltd. has named Tyler Reddien chief financial officer and chief operating officer, effective March 30. Last June, Thomas J. Edwards Jr., executive vice president, chief financial officer and chief operating officer, left the company for a CFO and COO role at Macy’s, and Rajal Mehta, CFO of Michael Kors, assumed the role of interim CFO for Capri during the search. More from WWD Most recently, Reddien was CFO of The Body Shop, before which he held senior leadership posts at Natura &Co. Holdi ...

Key Takeaways RELY, FTI, SHIP, AU and TPR screen for strong relative price strength.FTI's EPS is expected to grow 11.8% in 2026. The company beat estimates in 3 of 4 quarters.AU is set to experience 60% EPS growth in 2026.Wall Street stepped into 2026 with a solid footing after three powerful years of gains. Still, February brought fresh swings. Concerns about the long-term payoff from heavy AI spending triggered a rotation out of technology shares, even as many companies delivered strong earnings. The broa ...

Milan, Italy, one of the design capitals of the world, its narrow and winding medieval era streets now Dublin as global runways of luxury. Gucci, Prada, La Russa, Miami among the glitzy storefronts. But beyond the outdoor catwalks, the Villa Marta Napoleoni, Brera and Tortola, U.S. based sportswear company Nike is choosing to strut its stuff in a revival for its all conditions, gear line and almost 40 year old sub label that in February was elevated to a stand alone brand akin to Jordan or to Converse.It's ...

New Balance just reported their 2020 financial results, and CNBC got an exclusive look at how the company performed before those results were released to the public. At a time when major sneaker brands like Nike are shrinking. You have New Balance coming in, actually growing sales, and that's because they've taken a 120 year old sneaker brand and made it cool again.With younger shoppers. And 2025, New Balance grew sales by 19% to 9.2% billion. And that is the fifth year in a row that they managed to grow sa ...

Group 1: Company Performance and Ratings - Capri Holdings Limited (NYSE:CPRI) received a rating update from TD Cowen, lowering the price target to $26 from $32 while maintaining a Buy rating, citing better-than-expected fiscal Q3 results but higher expectations holding the stock back [1] - Goldman Sachs cut the price target to $24 from $27 while maintaining a Neutral rating, noting sequential improvement in Michael Kors full-price sales and stronger-than-expected Jimmy Choo performance, but highlighted ongoing wholesale reset and outlet pressure affecting near-term results [2] - UBS also updated its rating, cutting the price target to $22 from $25 and maintaining a Neutral rating, stating that the company is executing self-help initiatives to restore brand momentum, with the fiscal Q3 report indicating that the turnaround is broadly on track, though recovery may take longer than anticipated [3] Group 2: Brand Overview - Capri Holdings Limited manages luxury brands including Jimmy Choo, Versace, and Michael Kors, with the Versace segment covering luxury apparel, accessories, and footwear, while Jimmy Choo focuses on luxury footwear and handbags, and Michael Kors operates through various retail formats including lifestyle stores and e-commerce [4]

Core Insights - Tapestry reported better than expected earnings, primarily driven by the strong performance of its Coach brand [1] - The company has shifted its focus towards Gen Z consumers, recognizing the need to adapt to their preferences and shopping behaviors [2][9] - Coach has transitioned from being perceived as "affordable luxury" to "expressive luxury," capitalizing on Gen Z's willingness to spend more on nonessential goods [9] Company Strategy - The company utilizes both big data and small data to understand consumer preferences, including direct interactions with customers [2][3] - Coach maintains strong relationships with leather suppliers and has not faced significant sourcing issues, despite concerns in the industry [5][6] - The company anticipates that 70% of its growth will come from international markets over the next two years, mitigating the impact of tariffs on domestic sales [6] Market Position - Coach has experienced over 20% growth in its brand in the most recent quarter, indicating strong demand [9] - The brand's price point, typically in the $500-$600 range, positions it competitively against higher-end luxury brands, allowing it to attract a broader customer base [11] - Coach is currently the only brand in its accessible luxury segment that is experiencing growth, while many competitors are struggling or contracting [15][16] Financial Performance - The company has managed to maintain its price points despite increased costs from tariffs, resulting in improved margins per item sold [12][13] - Leather prices have risen approximately 20% compared to the previous year, with projections indicating that prices will remain 7-10% higher in the future [13][14]

Core Insights - Marimekko's net sales in the fourth quarter of 2025 increased by 1 percent to EUR 54.7 million, driven by growth in retail and wholesale sales in the Asia-Pacific region, despite a challenging market environment [11][12][8] - The company reported a comparable operating profit margin of 16.1 percent for the fourth quarter, slightly down from 17.1 percent in the previous year, impacted by higher fixed costs [14][8] - For the full year 2025, net sales grew by 4 percent to EUR 189.6 million, with comparable operating profit reaching EUR 32.3 million, representing 17.1 percent of net sales [15][8] Fourth Quarter Summary - International sales increased by 5 percent, while domestic sales in Finland decreased by 1 percent due to lower retail sales [13][8] - The operating profit for the fourth quarter was EUR 8.7 million, down from EUR 9.1 million in the previous year, affected by increased fixed costs [14][8] - The company experienced a growth in omnichannel retail sales globally, with a total increase of 2 percent in the fourth quarter [13][12] Year 2025 Summary - Marimekko's total net sales for 2025 were EUR 189.6 million, up from EUR 182.6 million in 2024, with international sales growing by 7 percent [15][8] - The comparable operating profit for the year was EUR 32.3 million, slightly up from EUR 31.9 million in 2024, with a margin of 17.1 percent [15][8] - The company faced challenges with licensing income, which was significantly lower than the previous year [15][8] Dividend Proposal - The Board of Directors proposed a dividend of EUR 0.42 for 2025, with the record date set for April 20, 2026, and payout date on April 27, 2026 [4] Financial Guidance for 2026 - Marimekko expects net sales to grow in 2026, with a comparable operating profit margin estimated to be around 16–19 percent [5][22] - The outlook for 2026 is influenced by consumer confidence, purchasing power, and geopolitical uncertainties, which may cause volatility [5][22] - The company plans to open approximately 10–15 new stores in 2026, primarily in the Asia-Pacific region [24][22] Brand Development and Market Positioning - Marimekko opened its first flagship store in Paris in late October 2025, aiming to enhance brand awareness and positioning in key global markets [16] - The company also expanded its store network in Asia, with new flagship stores in Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Bangkok, and several pop-up stores transitioning to permanent locations [17] - The launch of a new Marimekko app for customer loyalty program members aims to enhance the omnichannel retail experience [18] Market Outlook - The company anticipates challenges in the Finnish market due to a weak economy and low consumer confidence, but expects domestic sales to increase in 2026 [23][22] - International sales, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, are projected to grow, although initial sales growth may be muted in the first quarter of 2026 [24][22] - Licensing income is expected to remain stable compared to the previous year, with a significant portion of sales traditionally generated in the second half of the year [25][22]