Exceeded Guidance for Q1 2025
Columbia Sportswear's first-quarter net sales and earnings exceeded the guidance range, driven by late-season demand for winter products and early spring product shipments.
Strong International Performance
The business outside of North America, representing approximately 40% of annual sales, remained strong with double-digit percent growth in the LAAP region and high single-digit percent constant currency growth in the EMEA region.
Healthy Gross Margin and Earnings Per Share Growth
Gross margin expanded 30 basis points to 50.9%, and diluted earnings per share increased by 6% year-over-year to $0.75.
Commitment to Marketing Investment
Columbia plans to continue investing in demand creation with a new global marketing platform launching in August, emphasizing modern digital and social-first strategies.