Core Insights - Tapestry, the owner of Coach and Kate Spade, reported record revenue and a 16% sales growth for its fiscal Q1, yet shares fell by double digits despite these strong results [1][3][4] Financial Performance - The company achieved broad-based growth with double-digit increases, including high teens growth in North America and China, and over 30% growth in Europe [3] - Tapestry raised its outlook for the year, indicating confidence in both topline and earnings growth [4] Brand Performance - Coach was the primary driver of revenue, showing a standout performance with 21% growth, while Kate Spade experienced a 9% decline in sales [4][6] - Kate Spade's performance was slightly ahead of expectations, with ongoing efforts to reset the brand and a new marketing campaign launched [5][6] Consumer Trends - The consumer landscape shows resilience, with consumers being active and responsive to innovation and emotional connections with brands [7] - Tapestry is successfully acquiring younger consumers, leading to higher retention rates and increased frequency of purchases [8] Market Positioning - The company is expanding its market share by targeting young consumers, which is seen as a strategic move to grow the overall market [14] - Tapestry's handbags are positioned at a competitive price point, attracting consumers from higher-priced luxury brands [13][16] Holiday Outlook - The company remains optimistic about the holiday season, with strong performance continuing into Q2 and a focus on delivering value to consumers [10][11][12]

Core Insights - Karthik Sarma, a prominent investor and former Tiger Cub, has shifted his investment focus from Nvidia to Tapestry, a luxury handbag company, indicating a strategic pivot away from AI-related stocks [2][10]. Investment Strategy - Sarma typically holds positions for the long term but recently sold his Nvidia shares after holding them for less than two years, capitalizing on significant price appreciation [3][5]. - The decision to sell Nvidia was influenced by its rising valuation, with the forward P/E ratio exceeding 40, prompting Sarma to take profits [6][8]. Company Performance - Nvidia remains a leading player in the GPU market, but competition may impact its market share in the coming years [7]. - Tapestry, which owns brands like Coach and Kate Spade, has seen Coach account for nearly 80% of its sales, with expectations for improved profitability through strategic management of its brands [11][12]. Financial Metrics - Tapestry's management anticipates free cash flow of $1.3 billion for the current year, an increase from $1.1 billion the previous year, supporting share repurchase initiatives [13]. - Tapestry's stock trades at a forward P/E of 18, significantly lower than Nvidia's 38, although it represents the highest valuation for Tapestry in years [14].

Financial Performance & Outlook - Tapestry's Q3 revenue reached $1.58 billion, with an 8% increase compared to the previous year on a constant currency basis[58] - Coach brand experienced a 15% revenue growth on a constant currency basis[50, 58] - The company raised its FY25 revenue outlook to approximately $6.95 billion, a 4% increase versus the prior year on a reported basis[69] - Diluted adjusted EPS is projected to be around $5.00, representing a high-teens percentage growth compared to last year[69] - Adjusted free cash flow is expected to be approximately $1.3 billion[69] Brand Performance - Coach's operating income margin was 32.4% [58] - Kate Spade's revenue declined by 12%[58, 62] - Stuart Weitzman's net sales were $46 million, a decrease of 17%[58] - Tapestry has entered into an agreement to sell Stuart Weitzman to Caleres[66] Strategic Initiatives & Global Presence - North America accounted for 65% of revenue, while International accounted for 35%[71] - The company acquired over 12 million new customers in North America[50] - Digital channels accounted for 29% of sales[33] - The company expects to return over $2 billion to shareholders in FY25[78]