Designer Brands reports Q4 EPS (44c), consensus (47c)

Reports Q4 revenue $754.35M, consensus $747.35M. Total comparable sales decreased by 7.3%. “We ended the year strong, with a solid finish to the fourth quarter above the top end of our revised EPS guidance range, led by strength in our brand portfolio segment as a result of acquiring Keds, Topo, and launching Le Tigre,” stated Doug Howe, Chief Executive Officer. “Despite the results, 2023 was a difficult year as we were impacted by a softening footwear market, highly promotional retail environment, and the impact of unseasonably warm weather on our seasonal footwear business.”