YETI(YETI) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales increased by 3% to $351 million, driven by strong growth in coolers and equipment and continued momentum in international business [38][39] - Gross profit increased by 3% to $201.3 million, representing 57.3% of sales, a 20 basis point decrease year-over-year [45] - Net income decreased by 12% to $25.8 million, or $0.31 per diluted share, reflecting a decrease of 9% compared to the prior year [47][62] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Coolers and Equipment sales increased by 17% to $140.2 million, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of double-digit growth [39] - Drinkware sales decreased by 4% to $205.6 million, impacted by a challenging market and supply chain disruptions [40][41] - Direct-to-consumer sales grew by 4% to $196.2 million, representing 56% of total sales [42] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - International sales grew by 22% to $79.9 million, despite a 500 basis point headwind from foreign exchange [44] - Strong performance noted in Europe, particularly in Germany, The Netherlands, and The U.K., with significant growth opportunities identified [31][32] - The U.S. market is expected to be flat to down low single digits year-over-year, while international business is projected to grow between 15% to 20% [56] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on three key areas: product innovation, supply chain transformation, and operational discipline [5][11] - Plans to introduce over 30 new products in 2025, up from 24 in 2024, despite supply chain constraints [8][69] - A significant shift in Drinkware production out of China is underway, with expectations that less than 5% of total COGS will be related to products from China by the end of the year [12][65] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in navigating 2025 despite macroeconomic uncertainties and projected headwinds from tariffs and cautious consumer behavior [6][50] - The company anticipates a challenging second quarter with flat to slightly down sales year-over-year, particularly in U.S. Drinkware [53] - Long-term growth potential remains strong, with a focus on brand resilience and product innovation [35][65] Other Important Information - The company ended Q1 with $259 million in cash and a substantial net cash position, reflecting strong liquidity [48] - Capital expenditures are expected to be approximately $60 million, with a focus on supply chain diversification efforts [62] - The company is closely monitoring tariff policies and implementing mitigation strategies to manage costs [64] Q&A Session Summary Question: Number of new product introductions expected for 2025 - The company expects about 30 new products in 2025, compared to 24 in 2024, with a focus on maintaining innovation despite supply chain disruptions [69] Question: Impact of tariffs and supply chain changes - Approximately 90% of the $100 million tariff impact is related to China, with expectations of a significant reduction in exposure to Chinese goods by 2026 [76] Question: Outlook for the Drinkware business - The company anticipates a durable demand in the Drinkware category, with ongoing diversification efforts to address various consumer needs [81] Question: Approach to pricing amid rising costs - The company is focused on targeted pricing strategies while shifting supply chains to mitigate tariff impacts, ensuring long-term stability [92] Question: Acceleration of international growth - The company sees significant growth opportunities in established international markets and plans to leverage the Japan launch to expand into the rest of Asia [95]