Genesco, Inc. reported a steeper loss than expected in the first quarter ended April 29 as Journeys same-store sales fell 14 percent, offsetting double-digit gains at Schuh and Johnston & Murphy. Genesco reduced its outlook for the year and is initiating cost-containment initiatives. Genesco now plans to close more than 100 Journeys stores this year, versus prior expectations to close 60 stores. (Read More)
Genesco, Inc. reported earnings on an adjusted basis fell 24.4 percent in the fourth quarter due to the return of a more normalized promotional environment as well as increased freight and warehouse costs. Same-store sales were up 5 percent as double-digit growth at Schuh and Johnson & Murphy offset a 1 percent dip at Journeys. (Read More)
Genesco Inc. announced that comparable sales, including both stores and direct sales, increased by 3 percent for the quarter-to-date period ended December 24, 2022. The parent of Journeys now expects fiscal 2023 adjusted EPS to be at the low end of the most recent guidance range. (Read More)
Genesco, Inc.’s sales and margins topped expectations in the third quarter, but its full-year outlook was lowered as heightened promotional activity is now planned for the fourth quarter, particularly at the flagship Journeys chain. Mimi Vaughn, Genesco’s president and CEO, told analysts, "The consumer pressured by inflation is having to make harder choices on where they spend their money." (Read More)
Genesco, Inc.'s third-quarter results were slightly above Wall Street's consensus estimates but the parent of Journeys reduced its guidance for the year due to a "sluggish start" in November and the impact of the inflationary environment. (Read More)
Genesco, Inc. appointed two independent directors, Matthew M. Bilunas, chief financial officer, Best Buy Co., Inc., and Carolyn Bojanowski, executive vice president of merchandising, Sephora USA, to Genesco's Board of Directors, effective January 29, 2023, the beginning of its fiscal year. (Read More)
Genesco, Inc. formally opened its new headquarters in its hometown of Nashville, TN, on November 3. (Read More)
Shares of Genesco, Inc. lost about 17 percent of their value on Thursday after the parent of Journeys slashed its outlook for the second half due to a sales slowdown in the latter part of the quarter at the Journeys chain amid inflationary pressures. Mimi Vaughn, Genesco's CEO, told analysts, "We are seeing customers come out and shop when there is a reason to buy and retreat to conserve cash during the in-between period.” (Read More)
Genesco, Inc. reported second-quarter earnings that came in well above analyst expectations but reduced its guidance for the year as sales at Journeys slowed toward the end of the quarter and into August, as well as due to inflationary concerns. (Read More)
Genesco, Inc. announced that the independent directors of the Genesco Board unanimously selected Gregory A. Sandfort as its lead independent director, effective June 23, 2022. (Read More)
Genesco Inc.'s first-quarter earnings came in well above Wall Street estimates as a rebound in its Schuh and branded businesses helped offset inventory shortages faced by its flagship Journeys chain. Mimi Vaughn, Genesco president and CEO, told analysts, “I’ve been describing the current fashion cycle as shifting away from fashion athletics more into casual, which plays into Journeys’ strength." (Read More)
Genesco, Inc., the parent of Journeys, reaffirmed its guidance for the year after reporting that first-quarter earnings surpassed Wall Street estimates. (Read More)
Fueled by full-price selling and a recovery in in-store shopping, Genesco, Inc. reported fourth-quarter earnings that came in easily ahead of Wall Street’s targets. For the year, double-digit sales growth and record profitability were seen for its footwear companies, led by Journeys. (Read More)
Genesco, Inc. reported fourth-quarter earnings on an adjusted basis easily topped Wall Street expectations with a boost from full-price selling and strong in-store sales at Journeys and its other banners. Sales increased 14 percent year-over-year and 7 percent compared to two years ago. (Read More)
Genesco, Inc. announced that its board of directors has authorized a $100 million increase to its existing $100 million share repurchase authorization. (Read More)
Genesco, Inc. announced that total overall sales increased by 18 percent and 9 percent for the quarter-to-date period ended December 25, 2021 versus the same period for fiscal 2021 and fiscal 2020, respectively. (Read More)
Genesco Inc. has signed a new three-year licensing agreement with heritage-running brand Etonic to be its exclusive U.S. and Canadian footwear licensee. (Read More)
Powered by a robust back-to-school (BTS) season and scant markdowns at its flagship Journeys chain, Genesco Inc. reported third-quarter earnings that came in well ahead of Wall Street’s targets and offered a bullish outlook for the year. Mimi Vaughn, Genesco’s CEO, told analysts, “The current fashion cycle, which I've been describing as shifting more into casual, plays into Journeys strength with a nicely diversified assortment.” (Read More)
Genesco Inc. reported sales net income gained 69 percent in the third quarter. Net sales increased 25 percent from last year and grew 12 percent over the third quarter two years ago. Results were well ahead of Wall Street's targets. (Read More)
Genesco Inc. announced that Thomas A. George has been named senior vice president, finance, and chief financial officer. elevating his role from the interim position he has held since December 2020. (Read More)