Signet Jewelers Struggles as Fiscal 2025 Guidance Falls Short of Expectations

Wednesday, 20 March 2024, 17:52

Signet Jewelers (NYSE: SIG) experienced a drop in stock value after posting solid results for the fiscal 2024 fourth quarter but issued disappointing guidance for fiscal 2025. The jewelry retailer's revenue declined due to reduced same-store sales, reflecting the ongoing challenges in consumer discretionary spending. Despite efforts to improve margins, investors were disheartened by the company's weak outlook for the upcoming fiscal year.
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Signet Jewelers Struggles as Fiscal 2025 Guidance Falls Short of Expectations

Waiting for Engagements to Bounce Back

In its fiscal Q4, same-store sales fell 9.6%, driving revenue 6.3% lower to $2.5 billion. Gross margin expanded 160 basis points due to improving merchandise margins.

Adjusted Operating Income and EPS

Operating income rose 1.2% to $409.7 million, with adjusted EPS reporting at $6.73, ahead of the previous year.

Guidance Disappoints

The company's guidance for fiscal 2025 fell short of expectations, anticipating weighted sales improvements towards the latter half of the year, causing concern among investors.


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