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Genesco Inc. (symbol: GCO) is a specialty retailer based in Nashville, Tennessee, known for its extensive collection of footwear, headwear, sports apparel, and accessories. The company operates over 2,455 retail stores across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland. Key retail banners include Journeys, Journeys Kidz, Schuh, Lids, Locker Room by Lids, and Johnston & Murphy.
Genesco's diverse portfolio is divided into four main segments:
- Journeys Group: This segment, which generates the highest revenue, encompasses Journeys, Journeys Kidz, and Little Burgundy retail chains, alongside their e-commerce operations and catalogs.
- Schuh Group: Comprising the Schuh retail footwear chain and its online presence, this segment serves as a key driver for the company.
- Johnston & Murphy Group: Known for its premium retail operations and wholesale distribution under the Johnston & Murphy and Genesco brands, this segment also includes their e-commerce platforms and catalog business.
- Licensed Brands: This segment features Dockers Footwear, under license from Levi Strauss & Co., as well as SureGrip and other brand names.
Genesco also operates various e-commerce websites, including www.journeys.com, www.journeyskidz.com, www.shibyjourneys.com, www.undergroundbyjourneys.com, www.schuh.co.uk, www.johnstonmurphy.com, www.lids.com, www.lids.ca, www.lidslockerroom.com, www.lidsteamsports.com, and www.lidsclubhouse.com. The company also sells wholesale footwear under the Johnston & Murphy, Dockers, and SureGrip brands and operates the Lids Team Sports team dealer business.
In recent years, Genesco has focused on expanding its digital footprint and enhancing customer experiences through various innovation initiatives. Their strategic growth includes both organic development and acquisitions aimed at broadening their market reach and gaining a competitive edge.
For more detailed information on Genesco Inc. and its various operating divisions, visit their official website at www.genesco.com.
Johnston & Murphy, an American premium lifestyle brand, has revamped its retail stores at The Mall at Short Hills, NJ, and Twelve Oaks Mall, MI. The redesigned stores feature sleek walnut slats, clean white tiles, oak floors, updated lighting, and bright finishes to create a modern and inviting atmosphere. The stores, measuring 2,000 and 1,343 square feet respectively, showcase the brand's comprehensive line of footwear, apparel, and accessories. The renovation aligns with the company's strategic decision based on rising mall foot-traffic and an increasing younger customer base. Johnston & Murphy aims to foster a modern image, evident in their 'Not Your Dad's Shoe Company' campaign. They operate 152 stores nationwide and plan further updates and expansions throughout the year.
Genesco (GCO) reported its Fiscal 2025 Q1 results, with a net sales decrease of 5% to $458 million compared to the same period last year. Comparable sales also declined by 5%, with e-commerce sales up 3% but store sales down 7%. GAAP EPS was ($2.22) and Non-GAAP EPS was ($2.10). Inventory levels dropped 17% year-over-year. The company reaffirmed its Fiscal 2025 sales and EPS outlook. Operating loss widened to $32.1 million from $23.0 million, with an adjusted operating margin loss of 6.5%. Cash reserves fell to $19.2 million from $31.8 million, while debt decreased to $59.4 million from $118.2 million. Capital expenditures were $6 million, primarily for retail and digital projects. The company closed 21 stores and plans further closures and cost savings initiatives. The outlook for Fiscal 2025 remains a decrease in total sales by 2-3% and an EPS range of $0.60 to $1.00.
Genesco (NYSE: GCO) will announce its first-quarter fiscal 2025 results on May 31, 2024, before the market opens. The company will hold a quarterly earnings conference call at 7:30 a.m. Central time the same day, accessible via a live audio webcast on their investor relations website. An audio archive of the call will be available for one year. A summary of the first-quarter results will also be posted on the Genesco website on May 31, 2024.
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