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Bath & Body Works, Inc. (NYSE: BBWI) is a premier retailer specializing in home fragrances and personal care products. Established as an independent company following the 2021 separation from Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works operates under the Bath & Body Works, C.O. Bigelow, and White Barn brands. The company boasts over 1,800 retail stores primarily in North America, complemented by a burgeoning international presence and a robust e-commerce platform.
Bath & Body Works has carved a niche in delivering quality, on-trend luxuries at affordable prices. Its product portfolio includes fine fragrance mists, body lotions, body creams, 3-wick candles, home fragrance diffusers, and liquid hand soaps. Recently, the company has expanded its offerings with innovative seasonal collections and exclusive partnerships, such as its recent collaboration with top athletes to promote a new line of men’s grooming products.
In fiscal 2023, Bath & Body Works reported net sales of $7.429 billion, reflecting a 1.7% decrease from the previous year. Despite this, the company demonstrated resilience with adjusted earnings per diluted share of $3.27. The company’s strategic initiatives, including cost optimization and digital channel expansion, have bolstered its financial performance and positioned it for sustained growth.
Recent achievements include exceeding third-quarter and fourth-quarter earnings expectations, launching new fall fragrances, and initiating a $500 million share repurchase program. The company is also actively hiring seasonal associates to meet the increased demand during the holiday season. Bath & Body Works remains committed to enhancing customer experience through an omnichannel approach and ongoing innovation in product development.
Bath & Body Works (BBWI) reported third quarter 2021 earnings with net sales of $1.681 billion, a slight decline from $1.702 billion in Q3 2020 but a 53% increase compared to $1.099 billion in Q3 2019. Earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations were $0.66, down from $0.69 year-over-year. However, adjusted EPS rose to $0.92 from $0.83 last year. The company forecasts Q4 2021 EPS between $2.10 and $2.25, up from $1.96 in 2020. CEO Andrew Meslow attributed growth to strong customer response and loyal customer base.
Bath & Body Works (NYSE: BBWI) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share, payable on Dec. 3, 2021, to shareholders of record by Nov. 19, 2021. This announcement reflects the company's commitment to return value to its investors. Bath & Body Works continues to be a leading specialty retailer, offering a wide range of fragrances for body and home, available at over 1,750 locations in the U.S. and Canada.
Bath & Body Works (NYSE: BBWI) will announce its third quarter 2021 earnings on November 17, after market close. A live webcast of the earnings conference call is scheduled for November 18 at 9:00 a.m. ET, featuring executives from the company. For additional details, participants can log onto the company's website or call designated numbers for domestic and international attendees.
The company continues to lead in specialty retailing with a focus on exclusive fragrances, operating over 1,750 locations in the U.S. and Canada.
Bath & Body Works (NYSE: BBWI) announced the acceptance of $450.1 million in Notes for early settlement as part of its previously announced Tender Offers to buy back outstanding debt, including the 2023, 2025, and 2027 Senior Notes. The Tender Offers are limited to a maximum aggregate amount of $500 million and are subject to proration due to a Sub-Cap of $180 million for the 2025 and 2027 Notes. Purchase payments for accepted notes will be made on September 3, 2021, with tender offers expiring on September 16, 2021.
Bath & Body Works has initiated tender offers to buy back up to $500 million of its outstanding senior notes: 5.625% due 2023, 9.375% due 2025, and 6.694% due 2027. The maximum amount for the 2025 and 2027 notes is capped at $180 million. The tender offers commence today, with a potential expiration on September 16, 2021. Investors can participate until the early tender deadline on September 1, 2021, to receive a premium. The company has the discretion to amend or terminate the offers as needed.
Bath & Body Works (NYSE: BBWI) reported impressive second quarter results for the period ending July 31, 2021. The company achieved net sales of $3.318 billion, up from $2.319 billion in the same quarter of 2020, reflecting a 14% increase compared to pre-pandemic figures. Bath & Body Works alone generated $1.704 billion in sales, marking a 54% surge since 2019. Earnings per share reached a record $1.34, compared to a loss of $0.18 last year. The outlook for Q3 2021 suggests earnings in the range of $0.55 to $0.60.
Bath & Body Works has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share, payable on September 3, 2021, to shareholders recorded by August 20, 2021. This announcement reflects the company's ongoing commitment to return value to shareholders. Bath & Body Works is a leading retailer specializing in fragrances and personal care products, with over 1,750 store locations across the U.S. and Canada and more than 300 international franchises.
Bath & Body Works announced that it will release its Q2 2021 earnings on August 18, 2021, after market close. A live webcast of the earnings conference call will take place on August 19, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. ET. Participants can join via bbwinc.com or by dialing in. This call is crucial for investors as it will provide insights into the company's financial performance and future outlook.
Bath & Body Works has successfully completed the spin-off of Victoria’s Secret into an independent company, Victoria’s Secret & Co., with trading beginning under the ticker symbol 'VSCO'. Bath & Body Works will now trade under 'BBWI'. This strategic separation is aimed at enhancing growth and profitability for both entities. Stockholders received one share of Victoria’s Secret for every three shares of Bath & Body Works held, effective August 2, 2021. The company's CEO emphasized optimism in sustaining industry-leading growth and profitability moving forward.
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