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Johnson Outdoors Inc. (Nasdaq:JOUT) reported a challenging fiscal third quarter ending June 28, 2024. Net sales declined 8% to $172.5 million, with an operating loss of $0.5 million compared to a $17.4 million profit in the prior year. Gross margin fell to 35.8% from 41.5% due to lower sales volumes and product mix changes. Net income decreased to $1.6 million ($0.16 per diluted share) from $14.8 million ($1.44 per diluted share).

Year-to-date results show a 14% decrease in net sales to $487.0 million. The company reported cash and short-term investments of $148.4 million. Despite challenges, Johnson Outdoors remains committed to cost-saving initiatives, inventory reduction, and strategic investments in innovation and digital capabilities to drive future growth.

Johnson Outdoors Inc. (Nasdaq:JOUT) ha riportato un terzo trimestre fiscale difficile che si è concluso il 28 giugno 2024. Le vendite nette sono diminuite dell'8% a $172,5 milioni, con una perdita operativa di $0,5 milioni rispetto a un profitto di $17,4 milioni nell'anno precedente. Il margine lordo è sceso al 35,8% dal 41,5% a causa di volumi di vendita più bassi e cambiamenti nella composizione dei prodotti. Il reddito netto è sceso a $1,6 milioni ($0,16 per azione diluita) rispetto ai $14,8 milioni ($1,44 per azione diluita) dell'anno precedente.

I risultati dall'inizio dell'anno mostrano un riduzione del 14% nelle vendite nette a $487,0 milioni. L'azienda ha riportato cash e investimenti a breve termine per un totale di $148,4 milioni. Nonostante le difficoltà, Johnson Outdoors rimane impegnata in iniziative di riduzione dei costi, riduzione delle scorte e investimenti strategici in innovazione e capacità digitali per stimolare la crescita futura.

Johnson Outdoors Inc. (Nasdaq:JOUT) reportó un tercer trimestre fiscal desafiante que finalizó el 28 de junio de 2024. Las ventas netas cayeron un 8% a $172,5 millones, con una pérdida operativa de $0,5 millones en comparación con una ganancia de $17,4 millones en el año anterior. El margen bruto cayó al 35,8% desde el 41,5% debido a volúmenes de ventas más bajos y cambios en la mezcla de productos. El ingreso neto disminuyó a $1,6 millones ($0,16 por acción diluida) desde $14,8 millones ($1,44 por acción diluida).

Los resultados acumulados del año muestran una reducción del 14% en las ventas netas a $487,0 millones. La compañía reportó efectivo e inversiones a corto plazo de $148,4 millones. A pesar de los desafíos, Johnson Outdoors sigue comprometida con iniciativas de reducción de costos, disminución de inventarios e inversiones estratégicas en innovación y capacidades digitales para impulsar el crecimiento futuro.

존슨 아웃도어스 주식회사 (Nasdaq:JOUT)는 2024년 6월 28일 종료된 회계년도 3분기 동안 어려운 실적을 보고했습니다. 순매출은 8% 감소하여 1억 7250만 달러에 이르렀으며, 운영 손실은 50만 달러로 지난해 1740만 달러의 이익에 비해 악화되었습니다. 총매출 이익률은 41.5%에서 35.8%로 하락했으며, 이는 판매량 감소와 제품 구성 변화 때문입니다. 순이익은 160만 달러($0.16의 희석주당금)로 떨어져 있으며, 지난해의 1480만 달러($1.44의 희석주당금)에서 감소하였습니다.

연초부터 현재까지의 실적은 순매출이 14% 감소하여 4억 8700만 달러에 이르는 것을 보여줍니다. 회사는 1억 4840만 달러의 현금 및 단기 투자를 보고했습니다. 어려운 상황에도 불구하고 존슨 아웃도어스는 비용 절감 이니셔티브, 재고 감소 및 혁신 및 디지털 역량에 대한 전략적 투자를 통해 향후 성장을 위해 지속적으로 노력하고 있습니다.

Johnson Outdoors Inc. (Nasdaq:JOUT) a annoncé un troisième trimestre fiscal difficile se terminant le 28 juin 2024. Les ventes nettes ont chuté de 8 % à 172,5 millions de dollars, avec une perte opérationnelle de 0,5 million de dollars par rapport à un bénéfice de 17,4 millions de dollars l'année précédente. La marge brute est passée de 41,5 % à 35,8 % en raison de volumes de vente plus faibles et de changements dans la répartition des produits. Le revenu net a diminué à 1,6 million de dollars (0,16 $ par action diluée) contre 14,8 millions de dollars (1,44 $ par action diluée) l'année précédente.

Les résultats depuis le début de l'année montrent une diminution de 14 % des ventes nettes à 487,0 millions de dollars. L'entreprise a rapporté des liquidités et des investissements à court terme de 148,4 millions de dollars. Malgré les défis, Johnson Outdoors reste engagé dans des initiatives d'économie de coûts, de réduction des stocks et d'investissements stratégiques dans l'innovation et les capacités numériques pour stimuler la croissance future.

Johnson Outdoors Inc. (Nasdaq:JOUT) hat ein herausforderndes drittes Quartal bis zum 28. Juni 2024 gemeldet. Der Nettoumsatz sank um 8 % auf 172,5 Millionen US-Dollar, mit einem Betriebsverlust von 0,5 Millionen US-Dollar im Vergleich zu einem Gewinn von 17,4 Millionen US-Dollar im Vorjahr. Die Bruttomarge fiel von 41,5 % auf 35,8 % aufgrund von niedrigeren Verkaufsvolumen und Änderungen in der Produktzusammensetzung. Das Nettoeinkommen sank auf 1,6 Millionen US-Dollar (0,16 US-Dollar pro verwässerter Aktie) im Vergleich zu 14,8 Millionen US-Dollar (1,44 US-Dollar pro verwässerter Aktie) im Vorjahr.

Die Ergebnisse seit Jahresbeginn zeigen einen Rückgang der Nettoumsätze um 14 % auf 487 Millionen US-Dollar. Das Unternehmen berichtete über liquide Mittel und kurzfristige Investitionen in Höhe von 148,4 Millionen US-Dollar. Trotz der Herausforderungen bleibt Johnson Outdoors den Initiativen zur Kostensenkung, der Reduzierung von Beständen und strategischen Investitionen in Innovation und digitale Fähigkeiten verpflichtet, um zukünftiges Wachstum zu fördern.

Positive
  • Maintained a strong cash position with $148.4 million in cash and short-term investments
  • Continued commitment to paying dividends to shareholders
  • Implementing cost-saving initiatives and inventory reduction efforts
  • Investing in innovation and digital capabilities for future growth
Negative
  • 8% decline in quarterly net sales to $172.5 million
  • Operating loss of $0.5 million compared to $17.4 million profit in prior year quarter
  • Gross margin decreased to 35.8% from 41.5% in the prior year quarter
  • Net income fell to $1.6 million ($0.16 per share) from $14.8 million ($1.44 per share)
  • 14% decrease in year-to-date net sales to $487.0 million
  • Lower consumer demand for outdoor recreation products
  • Increased promotional activity impacting profitability

Insights

Johnson Outdoors' Q3 results paint a concerning picture for investors. The company reported a 8% decline in net sales to $172.5 million, with an operating loss of $0.5 million compared to a $17.4 million profit last year. The gross margin contracted significantly from 41.5% to 35.8%, primarily due to lower sales volumes and unfavorable product mix.

The year-to-date performance is equally worrying, with a 14% decrease in net sales and an operating loss of $0.7 million compared to a $34.3 million profit in the previous year. These results reflect challenging market conditions and lower consumer demand for outdoor recreation products.

Despite these challenges, the company maintains a strong balance sheet with $148.4 million in cash and short-term investments. This financial stability allows Johnson Outdoors to continue investing in strategic initiatives and maintain its dividend payments, which could provide some reassurance to long-term investors.

The outdoor recreation industry is facing significant headwinds, as evidenced by Johnson Outdoors' results. The company's performance indicates a broader market slowdown, with consumers pulling back on discretionary spending for outdoor products. This trend is likely affecting competitors as well, suggesting a sector-wide challenge rather than company-specific issues.

The increased focus on promotional activities to drive sales is concerning, as it suggests a highly competitive environment where companies are sacrificing margins to maintain market share. This could lead to a race to the bottom in terms of pricing, potentially impacting the entire industry's profitability in the short to medium term.

However, Johnson Outdoors' commitment to investing in innovation and digital capabilities is a prudent long-term strategy. As the market eventually recovers, companies that have maintained their R&D and digital transformation efforts will likely be better positioned to capture renewed consumer interest and spending.

The results from Johnson Outdoors highlight the ongoing challenges in the retail sector, particularly for discretionary goods. The company's struggle with inventory management, despite efforts to reduce stock levels, reflects the difficulty in predicting consumer demand in the current economic climate.

The increase in advertising and promotional spending, coupled with a shift towards lower-margin products, suggests a highly competitive retail environment. This trend is likely to continue as retailers vie for a shrinking pool of consumer dollars allocated to outdoor recreation.

However, Johnson Outdoors' focus on cost-saving initiatives and strategic investments in e-commerce capabilities is crucial. As consumer shopping habits continue to evolve, companies that can effectively balance brick-and-mortar operations with a strong online presence will be better positioned for future growth. The company's debt-free status provides flexibility to navigate these challenging times and invest in necessary transformations.

RACINE, Wis., Aug. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Johnson Outdoors Inc. (Nasdaq:JOUT), a leading global innovator of outdoor recreation equipment and technology, today announced operating results for the Company’s third fiscal quarter ending June 28, 2024.

“Challenging marketplace conditions, primarily due to lower consumer demand for outdoor recreation products and heavy promotional activity, have impacted our performance. As a result, we are evaluating all aspects of the business to improve our financial results and are working to redeploy resources to enable growth for the future. While we are expanding our cost savings actions to boost our margins and continuing to work on reducing inventory levels, we are committed to investing in revenue and profit-generating initiatives in innovation and digital and ecommerce capabilities to position Johnson Outdoors for long-term marketplace success. Our debt-free balance sheet and cash position continue to enable us to invest in strategic priorities to strengthen our brands and the business,” said Helen Johnson-Leipold, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

THIRD QUARTER RESULTS
Total Company net sales in the third quarter declined 8 percent to $172.5 million compared to $187.0 million in the prior year third fiscal quarter.

Total Company operating loss was $0.5 million for the third fiscal quarter versus operating profit of $17.4 million in the prior year third quarter. Gross margin was 35.8 percent, compared to 41.5 percent in the prior year quarter. The decline in gross margin between quarters was primarily due to unfavorable overhead absorption as a result of lower sales volumes between quarters and changes in the product mix toward lower margin products between quarters. Operating expenses of $62.3 million increased $2.2 million from the prior year period, due primarily to increased advertising and promotional spending, partially offset by the impact of lower sales volumes between quarters.

Profit before income taxes was $0.9 million in the current year quarter, compared to $19.8 million in the prior year third quarter. In addition to the decline in operating profit noted above, Other income also declined by approximately $1.0 million due primarily to less favorable market performance of the Company’s deferred compensation plan assets over the prior year quarter. Net income was $1.6 million, or $0.16 per diluted share, versus $14.8 million, or $1.44 per diluted share in the previous year’s third quarter.

YEAR-TO-DATE RESULTS
Fiscal 2024 year-to-date net sales were $487.0 million, a 14 percent decrease over last year’s fiscal nine-month period.  Total Company operating loss declined to $0.7 million compared to profit of $34.3 million in the prior fiscal year-to-date period. Gross margin decreased to 36.2 percent in the fiscal nine-month period versus 38.0 percent in the prior fiscal year-to-date period.  Operating expenses were $176.8 million in the nine-month period ending June 28, 2024, a decrease of $4.6 million from the nine-month period of the prior year due to lower sales volumes year over year, as well as lower incentive compensation and professional services expense, partially offset by increased advertising and promotional spending.

Profit before income taxes for the year-to-date period was $9.8 million versus $47.9 million in the prior year-to-date period.  In addition to the change in operating profit, Other income decreased by $3.5 million year over year.  The main drivers of the decrease were the gain of approximately $6.6 million related to the divestiture of the Military and Commercial Tents product lines in the Camping Segment in the prior year period, partially offset by a gain of approximately $1.9 million on the sale of a building in the current period.

Net income during the first fiscal nine months was $7.7 million, or $0.75 per diluted share, versus $35.5 million, or $3.47 per diluted share, in the prior fiscal year-to-date period.  The Company’s effective tax rate decreased to 21.2 percent in the current year versus 25.9 percent in the prior year nine-month period.

OTHER FINANCIAL INFORMATION
The Company reported cash and short-term investments of $148.4 million as of June 28, 2024. Depreciation and amortization were $14.8 million in the nine-month period ending June 28, 2024, compared to $11.8 million in the prior nine-month period. Capital spending totaled $16.4 million in the current year-to-date period compared with $19.4 million in the prior year period.  In May 2024, the Company’s Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend to shareholders of record as of July 11, 2024, which was payable July 25, 2024.

“Profits remain impacted by lower sales volumes and our ongoing investment in promotional activity.  Additionally, while we’ve been improving our inventory levels, progress has been slowed by the decreased demand,” said David W. Johnson, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. “As we execute against both short-term and long-term cost savings opportunities for the Company, we remain confident in our ability and plans to create long-term value and consistently pay dividends to shareholders.”

WEBCAST
The Company will host a conference call and audio web cast at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Monday, August 5, 2024. A live listen-only web cast of the conference call may be accessed at Johnson Outdoors’ home page or here. A replay of the call will be available for 30 days on the Internet.

About Johnson Outdoors Inc.

JOHNSON OUTDOORS is a leading global innovator of outdoor recreation equipment and technologies that inspire more people to experience the awe of the great outdoors. The company designs, manufactures and markets a portfolio of winning, consumer-preferred brands across four categories: Watercraft Recreation, Fishing, Diving and Camping. Johnson Outdoors' iconic brands include: Old Town® canoes and kayaks; Carlisle® paddles; Minn Kota® trolling motors, shallow water anchors and battery chargers; Cannon® downriggers; Humminbird® marine electronics and charts; SCUBAPRO® dive equipment; Jetboil® outdoor cooking systems; and, Eureka!®camping and hiking equipment.  

Visit Johnson Outdoors at http://www.johnsonoutdoors.com

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Certain matters discussed in this press release are “forward-looking statements,” intended to qualify for the safe harbors from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements other than statements of historical fact are considered forward-looking statements. These statements may be identified by the use of forward-looking words or phrases such as "anticipate,'' "believe,'' "confident," "could,'' "expect,'' "intend,'' "may,'' "planned,'' "potential,'' "should,'' "will,'' "would'' or the negative of those terms or other words of similar meaning. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those currently anticipated. Factors that could affect actual results or outcomes include the matters described under the caption “Risk Factors” in Item 1A of the Company’s Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 8, 2023, and the following: changes in economic conditions, consumer confidence levels and discretionary spending patterns in key markets; uncertainties stemming from political instability (and its impact on the economies in jurisdictions where the Company has operations), uncertainties stemming from changes in U.S. trade policies, tariffs, and the reaction of other countries to such changes; the global outbreaks of disease, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, which has affected, and may continue to affect, market and economic conditions, along with wide-ranging impacts on employees, customers and various aspects of our operations; the Company’s success in implementing its strategic plan, including its targeted sales growth platforms, innovation focus and its increasing digital presence; litigation costs related to actions of and disputes with third parties, including competitors; the Company’s continued success in its working capital management and cost-structure reductions; the Company’s success in integrating strategic acquisitions; the risk of future write-downs of goodwill or other long-lived assets; the ability of the Company’s customers to meet payment obligations; the impact of actions of the Company’s competitors with respect to product development or enhancement or the introduction of new products into the Company’s markets; movements in foreign currencies, interest rates or commodity costs; fluctuations in the prices of raw materials or the availability of raw materials or components used by the Company; any disruptions in the Company’s supply chain as a result of material fluctuations in the Company’s order volumes and requirements for raw materials and other components, or the demand for those same raw materials and components by third parties, necessary to manufacture and produce the Company’s products including related to shortages in procuring necessary raw materials and components to manufacture and produce such products; the success of the Company’s suppliers and customers and the impact of any consolidation in the industries of the Company’s suppliers and customers; the ability of the Company to deploy its capital successfully; unanticipated outcomes related to outsourcing certain manufacturing processes; unanticipated outcomes related to litigation matters; and adverse weather conditions. Shareholders, potential investors and other readers are urged to consider these factors in evaluating the forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements included herein are only made as of the date of this filing. The Company assumes no obligation, and disclaims any obligation, to update such forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

JOHNSON OUTDOORS INC.
(thousands, except per share amounts)    
 THREE MONTHS ENDEDNINE MONTHS ENDED
Operating resultsJune 28, 2024June 30, 2023June 28, 2024June 30, 2023
Net sales$172,472 $187,047 $486,972 $567,499 
Cost of sales 110,650  109,460  310,865  351,798 
Gross profit 61,822  77,587  176,107  215,701 
Operating expenses 62,328  60,144  176,820  181,396 
Operating (loss) profit: (506) 17,443  (713) 34,305 
Interest income, net (1,086) (1,205) (3,063) (2,692)
Other income, net (327) (1,174) (7,468) (10,939)
Profit before income taxes 907  19,822  9,818  47,936 
Income tax (benefit) expense (715) 5,021  2,085  12,395 
Net income$1,622 $14,801 $7,733 $35,541 
Weighted average common shares outstanding - Dilutive 10,249  10,210  10,232  10,187 
Net income per common share - Diluted$0.16 $1.44 $0.75 $3.47 
     
Segment Results    
Net sales:    
Fishing$130,537 $137,460 $379,637 $430,842 
Camping 10,927  11,658  27,360  36,996 
Watercraft Recreation 11,070  15,726  25,611  38,274 
Diving 19,861  22,227  54,263  61,594 
Other / Eliminations 77  (24) 101  (207)
Total$172,472 $187,047 $486,972 $567,499 
Operating profit (loss):    
Fishing$5,258 $18,665 $24,214 $51,358 
Camping 1,474  2,039  3,541  4,863 
Watercraft Recreation 557  1,483  (2,007) 1,637 
Diving 898  2,733  22  4,190 
Other / Eliminations (8,693) (7,477) (26,483) (27,743)
Total$(506)$17,443 $(713)$34,305 
     
Balance Sheet Information (End of Period)    
Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments  $148,369 $149,247 
Accounts receivable, net   79,593  94,644 
Inventories, net   223,160  235,069 
Total current assets   461,005  485,305 
Long-term investments   2,237  14,045 
Total assets   679,825  705,484 
Total current liabilities   99,293  106,670 
Total liabilities   181,156  185,040 
Shareholders’ equity   498,669  520,444 


Johnson Outdoors Inc.
  
David Johnson
 Patricia Penman
VP & Chief Financial Officer VP – Marketing Services & Global Communications
262-631-6600 262-631-6600

FAQ

What were Johnson Outdoors' (JOUT) Q3 2024 financial results?

Johnson Outdoors reported Q3 2024 net sales of $172.5 million, down 8% year-over-year, with a net income of $1.6 million or $0.16 per diluted share.

How did Johnson Outdoors' (JOUT) gross margin change in Q3 2024?

Johnson Outdoors' gross margin decreased to 35.8% in Q3 2024 from 41.5% in the prior year quarter, primarily due to lower sales volumes and changes in product mix.

What is Johnson Outdoors' (JOUT) cash position as of June 28, 2024?

Johnson Outdoors reported cash and short-term investments of $148.4 million as of June 28, 2024.

How has Johnson Outdoors (JOUT) performed year-to-date in fiscal 2024?

Johnson Outdoors' year-to-date net sales for fiscal 2024 were $487.0 million, a 14% decrease compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year.

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