Tapestry, Inc. - TPR STOCK NEWS

Tapestry, Inc. (NYSE: TPR), which includes brands like Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman, has released its FY2024 Corporate Responsibility (CR) report. The report showcases the company's achievements in sustainability, social impact, and community building. Key highlights include an 84% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from the FY2021 baseline, driven by investments in renewable energy. Additionally, Coach reissued its Soho Bag using repurposed denim, which reduces GHG emissions by up to 80% and water use by up to 95% compared to conventional denim. Employees volunteered over 65,000 hours globally, contributing to a target of 500,000 volunteer hours by 2030. Tapestry also received over 10 international awards for being a top employer. The full report is available on Tapestry.com.

Tapestry, Inc. (NYSE: TPR) announced the closing of its offering of $1.5 billion in senior unsecured notes. The offering includes $750 million of 5.100% notes due 2030 and $750 million of 5.500% notes due 2035.

The company plans to use the net proceeds from this offering, along with cash on hand, to repay outstanding loans under its term loan credit agreement and to repay borrowings under its revolving credit facility. These borrowings were used to fund share repurchases under Tapestry’s accelerated share repurchase agreements and for general corporate purposes.

BofA Securities, Morgan Stanley, and J.P. Morgan acted as joint lead book-running managers for this offering. Tapestry is the parent company of iconic brands like Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman. The company emphasizes innovation, authenticity, and sustainability across its brands.

Tapestry (NYSE: TPR) has announced the pricing of its senior unsecured notes offering, consisting of $750.0 million of 5.100% notes due 2030 and $750.0 million of 5.500% notes due 2035. The offering is expected to close on December 11, 2024.

The company plans to use the proceeds, along with cash on hand, to repay outstanding term loan debt and revolving credit facility borrowings that were used for share repurchases. BofA Securities, Morgan Stanley, and J.P. Morgan are serving as joint lead book-running managers for the offering.

Tapestry (NYSE: TPR), owner of Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman brands, has announced a public offering of senior unsecured notes. The company plans to use the proceeds, along with available cash, to repay outstanding term loan debt and revolving credit facility borrowings that were previously used for share repurchases under accelerated share repurchase agreements. BofA Securities, Morgan Stanley, and J.P. Morgan are serving as joint lead book-running managers for the offering.

Tapestry (NYSE: TPR) has announced $2.0 billion Accelerated Share Repurchase (ASR) agreements with Bank of America and Morgan Stanley. The company will receive an initial delivery of 28.4 million shares on November 26, 2024, representing about 80% of expected shares. The ASR is funded through a $750 million term loan, $1.0 billion from revolving credit, and $250 million cash. Tapestry expects to return over 100% of free cash flow to shareholders in Fiscal 2025 through dividends and repurchases. The final settlement is expected by Q1 Fiscal 2026. An additional $800 million remains available for future repurchases.

Tapestry (NYSE: TPR) and Capri Holdings have mutually agreed to terminate their merger agreement, citing uncertainty in the legal process and unlikely resolution by February 2025. In response, Tapestry announced a new $2 billion share repurchase authorization, including a planned Accelerated Share Repurchase program. The company will maintain its annual dividend rate of $1.40 per share in Fiscal 2025 and redeem $6.1 billion in acquisition-related senior notes. Tapestry agreed to reimburse Capri's transaction expenses of approximately $45 million. The company reaffirmed its Fiscal 2025 outlook and emphasized its commitment to organic growth and shareholder value creation.

Tapestry Inc. (NYSE: TPR) reported strong fiscal 2025 first quarter results, outperforming expectations with revenue of $1.51 billion, in line with the previous year. The company achieved record non-GAAP diluted EPS of $1.02 and a significant gross margin expansion of 280 basis points. Coach brand showed growth while Kate Spade saw a 7% decline. The company demonstrated strong international performance, particularly in Europe (+27%), despite a slight decrease in APAC (-2%). Based on these results, Tapestry raised its fiscal 2025 outlook, now expecting revenue over $6.75 billion and EPS of $4.50 to $4.55.

Coach's SVP of Global Marketing and Sustainability, Joon Silverstein, delivered a TED Talk about Coachtopia's innovative approach to waste management in fashion. The talk focused on how Coachtopia, launched in 2023, aims to advance a circular fashion system through their Made Circular™ principles. Using the Alter/Ego collection as an example, Silverstein discussed their journey toward circularity, emphasizing progress over perfection. The initiative focuses on lowering carbon footprints compared to conventional manufacturing methods and collaborating with industry partners to eliminate waste and reduce emissions across their supply chain.

kate spade new york and The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) announced the expansion of their SheCare Wellness Pods program to Bennett College in Greensboro, North Carolina. This marks the third installation following successful launches at Alabama State University and Hampton University in 2023. The new pod, opened on October 22, 2024, will uniquely serve both Bennett College students and neighboring North Carolina A&T State University students, as well as local women's community groups. The location was chosen following student protests demanding improved mental health services. The pod features a custom mural by local artist Alyse Watt and Bennett College students, designed to promote wellness and women's strength.