Capri Holdings reports Q1 EPS 4c, consensus 59c

Reports Q1 revenue $1.07B, consensus $1.16B. John D. Idol, CEO, said, “Overall, we were disappointed with our first quarter results as performance continued to be impacted by softening demand globally for fashion luxury goods. We are continuing to manage our operating expenses and inventory levels carefully in light of the challenging global retail environment. Looking forward, we remain focused on executing our strategic initiatives to deliver long-term sustainable growth across each of our luxury houses. Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors continued to resonate with consumers as evidenced by the 12.6 million new consumers added across our databases, representing 15% growth versus last year. This reflects the strong brand equity and enduring value of our three iconic houses. Last August Capri Holdings announced that we entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Tapestry. In April, the FTC filed a lawsuit to block the proposed transaction. As we previously stated, Capri intends to vigorously defend this case alongside Tapestry and we look forward to the successful completion of the pending acquisition. This combination will deliver value to our shareholders as well as provide new opportunities for our dedicated employees around the world as Capri Holdings becomes part of a larger and more diversified company. By joining with Tapestry, our brands will have greater resources and capabilities to accelerate the expansion of their global reach while preserving their unique DNA.”