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Ralph Lauren Shares Jump 10% as Strong China Sales Help Fuel Growth
Higher prices and stronger sales in North America, Europe and Asia helped lift adjusted earnings by 26 cents above analysts’ forecasts.
Shares of Ralph Lauren Corporation surged about 10% on Thursday after the luxury apparel brand reported quarterly revenue of $1.98 billion, beating the $1.85 billion analyst estimate.
Strong demand for Polo shirts and cable-knit jumpers among affluent shoppers drove the performance, with sales in China surging more than 50% during the Lunar New Year.
North American sales reached $763 million, while Asian revenues advanced 31% to $564 million and European revenues increased 18% to $620 million, lifting net profits 17.5% to $151.6 million.
The results contrast sharply with LVMH, where global sales rose just 1%, as the war in Iran shaved at least 1 percentage point off the luxury giant's sales in Gulf shopping hubs.
President and CEO Patrice Louvet warned of "a more prudent view" for Europe due to energy and consumer sentiment pressures, though the company forecasts annual revenue growth centered around 4% to 5%.
Fashion brand Ralph Lauren sold more clothing last fiscal year, despite higher prices. In its annual update, the company reports both higher profit and revenue than a year earlier.