Wolverine World Wide reports Q1 adjusted EPS 18c, consensus 11c

Reports Q1 revenue $412.3M, consensus $395.93M. “Our results in the first quarter are further proof of the effectiveness of our strategy and the team’s execution,” said Chris Hufnagel, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wolverine Worldwide. “Merrell and Saucony fueled our growth with double-digit revenue increases, and we more than tripled our earnings year-over-year, again delivering a record gross margin performance. We’ve worked to reinvent Wolverine Worldwide for the future – focusing squarely on awesome product, amazing stories, and driving the business. While there’s uncertainty in the marketplace today, I’m excited by the momentum we’ve generated, and I believe we’re well positioned with great global brands, a variety of strategic and operational advantages, and most importantly, a talented and resilient team to navigate the near-term challenges and emerge an even better company.”