NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Brand House Collective, Inc. (Nasdaq: TBHC) ("Brand House Collective" or the "Company"), formerly Kirkland's, Inc., announced its financial results for the 13-week and 39-week periods ended November 1, 2025. Net sales in the third quarter of 2025 were $103.5 million, compared to $114.4 million in the prior year quarter, driven by a 7.4% decline in consolidated comparable sales and a decline in store count of approximately 6%. Consolidated comparable sales ...

Core Viewpoint - Bed Bath & Beyond has decided not to open stores or operate in California due to the state's stringent regulations and high costs, which the company claims create an unsustainable business environment [1][2][3]. Group 1: Business Decisions - The company will focus solely on e-commerce and delivery services in California, citing a commitment to shareholders and practical business practices [2]. - Bed Bath & Beyond has recently launched a return to retail after filing for bankruptcy and closing hundreds of stores two years ago [2]. - The company plans to open five new "neighborhood" stores, each 15,000 square feet, this year as part of a pilot program [9][10]. Group 2: Regulatory Environment - Marcus Lemonis criticized California's regulations, stating they lead to higher taxes, fees, and wages that many businesses cannot sustain [2][3]. - The minimum wage in California, particularly for the fast-food industry, has been raised to as high as $20, which Lemonis argues is unmanageable for businesses [3]. Group 3: Partnerships and Investments - Beyond Inc., the current owner of Bed Bath & Beyond, has made a $25 million investment in Kirkland's Inc., which has become the exclusive operator for new smaller-format Bed Bath & Beyond stores [5][6]. - The partnership aims to create a more efficient retail model with lower fixed costs, focusing on assortment, space management, and merchandising [9].

Company Overview - Beyond will reclaim the name Bed Bath & Beyond and start trading under the ticker symbol BBBY on the New York Stock Exchange from August 29 [2] - The name change emphasizes the value of the Bed Bath & Beyond brand while maintaining a focus on revenue growth and profitability [3] Strategic Initiatives - The company aims to monetize blockchain assets, particularly through tZERO and GrainChain, and is focused on reacquiring the Buybuy Baby brand [3][4] - A new initiative called 'LifeChain' will integrate consumers' financial and digital assets into a secure digital wallet, supported by Salesforce technology [5] Financial Developments - Bed Bath & Beyond declared bankruptcy in April 2023, leading to Overstock acquiring its intellectual property and some digital assets for $21.5 million [5] - In 2024, Beyond announced a $25 million investment in Kirkland's, which will lead to the establishment of smaller Bed Bath & Beyond locations [6] Future Plans - Over the next 24 months, additional Kirkland's locations will be converted into small to midsize Bed Bath & Beyond and Buybuy Baby stores, continuing to accept the iconic Bed Bath & Beyond coupons [7]

Core Insights - Bed Bath & Beyond has reintroduced its iconic 20% coupon, now under the new brand Bed Bath & Beyond Home, following the closure of its stores in 2023 [1][6] - The coupon can only be used once, cannot be combined with other offers, and is not applicable to past purchases [2] - The reopening coincides with the launch of the first Bed Bath & Beyond Home store in Nashville, Tennessee, under The Brand House Collective, which includes multiple retail brands [3][12] Company Developments - The reopening of physical stores marks Bed Bath & Beyond's return to brick-and-mortar retail after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2023 [6][9] - Beyond Inc., previously known as Overstock.com, acquired Bed Bath & Beyond's intellectual property, including its brand name and domain rights [9] - Kirkland's Inc. has made a $25 million investment deal with Beyond, becoming the exclusive operator for new smaller format Bed Bath & Beyond locations [12][13] Customer Engagement - Customers are encouraged to bring in old coupons to the new store, and fresh coupons are distributed at the entrance [8] - The acceptance of Bed Bath & Beyond coupons at other retailers like Big Lots and The Container Store occurred during the company's bankruptcy phase [4][11]

Leadership Changes - Andrea Courtois has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer, effective July 21, 2025, succeeding Mike Madden, who will remain in an advisory role until August 15, 2025 [1][5] - Michael Sheridan has joined as SVP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, overseeing legal affairs and corporate governance [5] - Mandy Gauldin has been promoted to VP, Talent & Culture, focusing on enhancing company culture and performance [5] Strategic Transformation - Kirkland's is undergoing a strategic shift to become The Brand House Collective, a multi-brand merchandising and retail operator [1][2] - The leadership changes are part of a broader effort to build a disciplined, performance-led operating model aimed at profitable scaling [2] - The company aims to elevate talent and drive meaningful outcomes through a mix of fresh perspectives and deep expertise [2] Company Overview - Kirkland's, Inc. is a specialty retailer of home décor and furnishings, operating 312 stores across 35 states and an e-commerce platform [3] - The company offers a curated selection of affordable home décor and furnishings, providing a unique shopping experience [3]

Core Viewpoint - Kirkland's, Inc. is rebranding to The Brand House Collective, Inc. to reflect its transformation into a multi-brand merchandising and retail operator, aligning with Beyond, Inc.'s portfolio of home and family brands [1][2] Corporate Name Change - The company plans to officially change its name to The Brand House Collective pending shareholder approval at the annual meeting on July 24, 2025, along with a ticker symbol change from "KIRK" to "TBHC" [10] Operational Strategy - The company is executing an operational reset to streamline its footprint, reduce excess inventory, and optimize real estate assets, aiming to operate approximately 290 store locations as the foundational footprint for its brands [3][4] Brand Conversion Strategy - The reintroduction of Bed Bath & Beyond Home will involve converting existing Kirkland's Home stores, with the first store opening in Brentwood, TN in August 2025, and plans to convert approximately 75 stores through 2026 [4][5] Corporate Reorganization - A comprehensive corporate reorganization has been implemented to enhance performance and accountability, with a streamlined structure where all brand leaders report directly to the CEO, Amy Sullivan [6][7] Board of Directors Changes - The Board appointed four new directors effective June 24, 2025, to support the company's new vision, while several existing directors have resigned [8][9] Leadership Team Enhancements - The leadership team has been bolstered with experienced professionals in retail and merchandising to align with the company's transformation goals [11][12]

Core Insights - Kirkland's, Inc. announced a significant transformation, including a corporate reorganization and changes to its Board of Directors, aiming to enhance performance and profitability as a multi-brand retail operator [1][19][20]. Financial Performance - For the first quarter of 2025, net sales were $81.5 million, down from $91.8 million in the same period last year, primarily due to declines in e-commerce and comparable store sales [4][8]. - Comparable sales decreased by 8.9%, with a 3.1% drop in comparable store sales and a 26.7% decline in e-commerce sales [4][8]. - Gross profit was $20.3 million, representing 24.9% of net sales, compared to $27.1 million or 29.5% of net sales in the prior year [5][8]. - Operating expenses were $30.8 million, or 37.8% of net sales, a slight decrease from $34.6 million or 37.7% of net sales in the previous year [6][8]. - The operating loss for the quarter was $10.5 million, compared to a loss of $7.5 million in the prior year [7][8]. - Net loss was $11.8 million, or a loss of $0.54 per diluted share, compared to a loss of $8.8 million or $0.68 per diluted share in the prior year [8][11]. Operational Changes - The company is focusing on moving excess and slower-turning inventory and eliminating underperforming assets while expanding the utilization of licenses from Bed Bath & Beyond, Overstock, and buybuy Baby [3][19]. - Kirkland's plans to rebrand itself as "The Brand House Collective, Inc." pending shareholder approval, reflecting its transformation into a multi-brand merchandising and retail operator [19][20]. Debt and Financial Position - As of May 3, 2025, the company had a cash balance of $3.5 million and $38.9 million in outstanding debt [13][17]. - The company closed a $5.2 million expansion of its existing credit agreement with Beyond, which also included amendments to existing transactions [15][16]. - The company experienced disruptions at its Jackson, Tennessee distribution center due to a tornado, impacting its e-commerce operations [18]. Inventory and Store Count - Inventory as of May 3, 2025, was $76.4 million, a 0.8% increase compared to the prior year [12]. - The company closed three stores during the quarter, ending with a total of 314 stores [8].

Core Insights - Kirkland's, Inc. is set to release its first-quarter financial results on June 17, with analysts expecting a loss of 47 cents per share, an improvement from a loss of 65 cents per share a year ago [1] - The company projects quarterly revenue of $85.56 million, down from $91.75 million in the same quarter last year [1][2] Financial Performance - Kirkland's reported disappointing fourth-quarter 2024 results, raising concerns about its ability to continue as a going concern [2] - Following the announcement, Kirkland's shares fell by 4.8%, closing at $1.19 [2] Analyst Ratings - Benchmark analyst John Lawrence has reiterated a Buy rating with a price target of $7 as of October 23, 2024, with an accuracy rate of 62% [4] - Craig-Hallum analyst Jeremy Hamblin maintained a Hold rating and reduced the price target from $2.5 to $2 on September 6, 2024, with an accuracy rate of 68% [4]

Core Viewpoint - Kirkland's, Inc. will release its financial results for the first quarter of 2025 on June 17, 2025, before market open, followed by a conference call to discuss these results [1]. Group 1: Financial Results Announcement - The financial results for the first quarter of 2025 will be announced before market open on June 17, 2025 [1]. - A conference call is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss the financial results [1]. Group 2: Conference Call Details - The toll-free dial-in number for the conference call is 1-855-560-2577, and the international dial-in number is 1-412-542-4163 [2]. - Participants are advised to call 10-15 minutes prior to the start time for registration [2]. - A live audio webcast will be available online at the company's investor relations website [2]. Group 3: Replay Information - A recorded replay of the conference call will be available shortly after its conclusion, accessible online or via telephone [3]. - The telephone replay will be available through June 24, 2025, and the online replay will be available for one year [3]. Group 4: Company Overview - Kirkland's, Inc. is a specialty retailer of home décor and furnishings in the United States, operating 313 stores across 35 states and an e-commerce website [4]. - The company aims to provide an engaging shopping experience with a curated selection of affordable home décor and furnishings [4].

Core Viewpoint - Kirkland's, Inc. has successfully closed a $5.2 million expansion of its credit agreement with Beyond, Inc., enhancing its financial position and supporting its store conversion strategy [1][2]. Financial Position - The expanded credit facility provides Kirkland's with increased flexibility for general working capital and supports its updated store conversion strategy [1][2]. - Kirkland's has received a waiver from its lenders, allowing Beyond to acquire up to 65% of the outstanding capital stock of the Company [4]. Strategic Initiatives - The additional capital will enable Kirkland's to accelerate its store conversion plans, focusing on the rollout of Bed Bath & Beyond Home stores and Overstock stores, as well as plans for buybuy BABY and Bed Bath & Beyond True Blue stores [2][3]. - The partnership with Beyond aims to leverage brand names to drive consistent traffic, improve inventory turns, and enhance store productivity [2][3]. Brand Development - Kirkland's intends to maximize its current Kirkland's Home brand while expanding into legacy Bed Bath & Beyond categories such as textiles and tabletop [2][3]. - The companies have entered into a purchase agreement for the future sale of Kirkland's intellectual property to Beyond, subject to senior lender approvals [2]. Collaboration Enhancements - Amendments to existing agreements include a modified collaboration fee structure and the right for Beyond to convert outstanding debt into shares of Kirkland's common stock [7]. - Beyond will have the right to add a third director nominee to Kirkland's Board of Directors if it owns more than 50% of the outstanding capital stock [7].