by Zach | Jul 22, 2021 | Press Release
Jul 22, 2021 • 4:05 pm EDT
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
SKECHERS U.S.A., Inc. (“Skechers” or the “Company”) (NYSE:SKX), The Comfort Technology Company™ and a global footwear leader, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021.
Second Quarter Highlights
“Skechers second quarter financial results exceeded expectations as we achieved record quarterly sales of over $1.6 billion, a 127.3% increase over the same period in 2020, and 31.7% increase over 2019,” stated David Weinberg, Chief Operating Officer of Skechers. “This growth, along with both record gross margin of 51.2% and record quarterly diluted earnings per share of $0.88, was the result of triple-digit improvements in both our domestic and international businesses compared to second quarter 2020, and over 30% as compared to the second quarter of 2019. We accomplished these financial results even as we continued to face COVID-19 related challenges including delayed shipments and port constraints as well as temporary store closures in some key markets, including India, Canada, and parts of Europe and South America. With a higher average selling price and significantly more units sold, we saw sales increases of 205.7% in Domestic Wholesale, 137.8% in Direct-to-Consumer, and 94.8% in International Wholesale over the second quarter of 2020. As consumers began returning to a more normal lifestyle in many markets, demand increased for our comfort technology products, including in North America, across Europe, and in China, which achieved double-digit gains over both 2020 and 2019. Looking to the remainder of the year and into the next year, we remain confident in the strength of our brand and the relevance of our distinct product offering.”
“Innovation and developing footwear technology has been a significant part of Skechers’ DNA for much of our history – from our durable occupational footwear made to last, to the lightweight cushioning and performance materials for our first generation Skechers GO RUN and Skechers GO WALK lines, to features that deliver comfort in every pair. Other features and products like our Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam Technology and more recently our growing recycled collection called Our Planet Matters exemplify this,” began Robert Greenberg, Chief Executive Officer of Skechers. “Our core product philosophy of comfort, style, innovation and quality at the right price has resonated with consumers during the pandemic, and as we emerge from it. Consumers are embracing a more relaxed lifestyle and want to incorporate comfort into their work and weekend wear. To communicate that Skechers is The Comfort Technology Company, we delivered new campaigns for men, women and kids that highlighted this key message. In the second quarter, our multi-platform approach included traditional television, outdoor, print and online in global markets. Our strategic approach to marketing created awareness, drove sales and resulted in our record revenues. Our intention is to continue innovating and improving our comfort technologies to deliver fresh new product in the coming seasons.”
Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Change
(in millions, except per share data)
2021
2020
$
%
Sales
$
1,657.8
$
729.5
$
928.3
127.3
Gross profit
849.5
368.6
480.9
130.5
Gross margin
51.2
%
50.5
%
72
bps
SG&A expenses
652.4
432.1
220.3
51.0
As a % of sales
39.4
%
59.2
%
(1,988
)
bps
Earnings (loss) from operations
201.2
(61.0
)
262.2
429.8
Operating margin
12.1
%
(8.4
)%
2,050
bps
Net earnings (loss)
137.4
(68.1
)
205.5
301.8
Diluted earnings (loss) per share
$
0.88
$
(0.44
)
$
1.32
300.0
Second quarter sales increased 127.3% as a result of a 147.3% increase in domestic sales and a 113.7% increase in international sales. Domestic and international growth was driven by increases in both wholesale and direct-to-consumer, as COVID-19 restrictions eased over the prior year. On a constant currency basis, the Company’s total sales increased 117.5%.
Sales grew across all segments with increases to Domestic Wholesale of 205.7%, International Wholesale of 94.8%, and Direct-to-Consumer of 137.8%. Improvements in Domestic Wholesale were the result of higher unit sales volume. International Wholesale increases were driven by 150.2% growth in our European subsidiaries, led by the United Kingdom and Germany, 50.9% growth in China, and 122.3% growth in Distributor sales. Improvements in Direct-to-Consumer sales resulted from growth across both domestic and international retail stores, slightly offset by declines in domestic e-commerce sales. Direct-to-Consumer comparable same store sales increased 109.2%, driven by an increase of 95.6% domestically and 165.2% internationally.
Gross margin increased 72 basis points to 51.2% primarily driven by increased Direct-to-Consumer gross margins, resulting from higher average selling prices and reduced promotional activity. Higher average selling prices were partially offset by the unfavorable channel mix impact from lower domestic e-commerce sales and higher Domestic Wholesale sales.
SG&A increased $220.3 million, or 51.0%. Selling expenses increased by $72.2 million, or 119.9%, due to higher global advertising costs. General and administrative increased by $148.0 million, or 39.8%. The increase was primarily the result of higher incentive compensation and labor costs as well as higher global warehouse and distribution expenses.
Earnings from operations increased $262.2 million to $201.2 million.
Net earnings were $137.4 million and diluted earnings per share were $0.88.
In the second quarter, the Company’s effective income tax rate was 20.4%.
“Our record second quarter results reflect the outstanding execution of our long-term growth strategy. Led by our comfort technology products and resonant brand, we continued to expand globally and further our direct-to-consumer presence,” stated John Vandemore, Chief Financial Officer of Skechers. “The result was evident in growth across our segments and record profitability and is a testament to the prudence of the infrastructure investments we have made and are continuing to make to support our brand and our strategy. These factors coupled with the strength of our balance sheet, give us abundant confidence that Skechers remains poised to continue growing long into the future.”
Six Month 2021 Financial Results
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Change
(in millions, except per share data)
2021
2020
$
%
Sales
$
3,086.2
$
1,971.8
$
1,114.4
56.5
Gross profit
1,529.1
916.2
612.9
66.9
Gross margin
49.5
%
46.5
%
308
bps
SG&A expenses
1,180.4
940.2
240.2
25.5
As a % of sales
38.2
%
47.7
%
(943
)
bps
Earnings (loss) from operations
358.9
(16.2
)
375.1
2,315.4
Operating margin
11.6
%
(0.8
)%
1,245
bps
Net earnings (loss)
235.9
(19.0
)
254.9
1,341.6
Diluted earnings (loss) per share
$
1.51
$
(0.12
)
$
1.63
1,358.3
Year to date sales increased 56.5%. Year to date domestic and international sales each grew 56.5% with the largest contribution derived from International Wholesale growth. On a constant currency basis, the Company’s total sales increased 50.9%.
Sales grew across all segments with increases to Domestic Wholesale of 52.2%, International Wholesale of 52.3%, and Direct-to-Consumer of 69.0%. Improvements in Domestic Wholesale were the result of higher unit sales volume. Improvements in International Wholesale were the result of growth in China of 88.4% and Europe of 32.9%. Direct-to-Consumer comparable same store sales increased 54.8%, driven by an increase of 59.4% domestically and 40.8% internationally.
Gross margin increased 308 basis points to 49.5% primarily driven by increased gross margins in the Direct-to-Consumer segment, which was the result of increased average selling prices and reduced promotional activity.
SG&A increased by $240.2 million or 25.5%. Selling expenses increased by $83.4 million or 62.1%, primarily due to higher global advertising costs. General and administrative increased by $156.7 million or 19.4%, primarily due to higher incentive compensation and labor costs as well as higher global warehouse and distribution expenses.
Earnings from operations were $358.9 million, an increase of $375.1 million compared to a loss of $16.2 million in the prior-year period.
Net earnings were $235.9 million and diluted earnings per share were $1.51.
The Company’s effective income tax rate was 20.3%.
Balance Sheet
Cash, cash equivalents and investments totaled $1.32 billion, a decrease of $258.5 million, or 16.4% from December 31, 2020. The Company repaid $452.5 million on its revolving credit facility in the second quarter.
Total inventory was $1.06 billion, an increase of $40.5 million or 4.0% from December 31, 2020. Increased inventory levels primarily reflect growth in the International Wholesale segment.
Outlook
For the fiscal year 2021, the Company believes it will achieve sales between $6.15 billion and $6.25 billion and diluted earnings per share of between $2.55 and $2.65. Further, the Company believes that for the third quarter of 2021, it will achieve sales between $1.60 billion and $1.65 billion and diluted earnings per share of between $0.70 and $0.75.
Store Count
Number of Store Locations as of
Number of Store Locations as of
December 31, 2020
Opened
Closed(1)
June 30, 2021
Domestic stores
523
12
(23
)
512
International stores
331
13
(5
)
339
Joint venture stores
467
67
(52
)
482
Distributor, licensee and franchise stores
2,570
260
(106
)
2,724
Total Skechers stores
3,891
352
(186
)
4,057
(1) Does not reflect temporary closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Certain Non-GAAP Measures
To supplement our unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements presented under generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”), we use the non-GAAP financial measures presented to evaluate our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity and indebtedness. We believe that these non-GAAP measures provide useful information to investors regarding financial and business trends related to our results of operations, cash flows and indebtedness and that when this non-GAAP financial information is viewed with our GAAP financial information, investors are provided with valuable supplemental information regarding our results of operations, thereby facilitating period-to-period comparisons of our business performance consistent with how management evaluates the Company’s operating performance and liquidity. In addition, these non-GAAP measures address questions the Company routinely receives from analysts and investors and, in order to assure that all investors have access to similar data the Company has determined that it is appropriate to make this data available to all investors. None of the non-GAAP measures presented should be considered as an alternative to net income or loss, operating income, cash flows from operating activities, total indebtedness or any other measures of operating performance and financial condition, liquidity or indebtedness derived in accordance with GAAP. These non-GAAP measures have important limitations as analytical tools and should not be considered in isolation or as substitutes for an analysis of our results as reported under GAAP. Our use of these terms may vary from the use of similarly-titled measures by others in our industry due to the potential inconsistencies in the method of calculation and differences due to items subject to interpretation. Reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most nearly comparable GAAP financial measures are presented below.
Second Quarter 2021 Conference Call
The Company will host a conference call today at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time / 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss its second quarter 2021 financial results. The call can be accessed on the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at investors.skechers.com. For those unable to participate during the live broadcast, a replay will be available beginning July 22, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. ET, through August 5, 2021, at 11:59 p.m. ET. To access the replay, dial 844-512-2921 (U.S.) or 412-317-6671 (International) and use passcode: 13721146.
About SKECHERS U.S.A., Inc.
Skechers, The Comfort Technology Company based in Southern California, designs, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel and accessories for men, women and children. The Company’s collections are available in the United States and over 170 countries and territories via department and specialty stores, and direct to consumers through 4,057 Company and third-party-owned retail stores and e-commerce websites. The Company manages its international business through a network of global distributors, joint venture partners in Asia, Israel and Mexico, and wholly-owned subsidiaries in Canada, Japan, India, Europe and Latin America. For more information, please visit about.skechers.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.
Reference in this press release to “Sales” refers to Skechers’ net sales reported under GAAP. This announcement contains forward-looking statements that are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements may include, without limitation, Skechers’ future domestic and international growth, financial results and operations including expected net sales and earnings, its development of new products, future demand for its products, its planned domestic and international expansion, opening of new stores and additional expenditures, and advertising and marketing initiatives. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking language such as “believe,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “project,” “will be,” “will continue,” “will result,” “could,” “may,” “might,” or any variations of such words with similar meanings. Any such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause or contribute to such differences include the disruption of business and operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic; international economic, political and market conditions including the challenging consumer retail markets in the United States; sustaining, managing and forecasting costs and proper inventory levels; losing any significant customers; decreased demand by industry retailers and cancellation of order commitments due to the lack of popularity of particular designs and/or categories of products; maintaining brand image and intense competition among sellers of footwear for consumers, especially in the highly competitive performance footwear market; anticipating, identifying, interpreting or forecasting changes in fashion trends, consumer demand for the products and the various market factors described above; sales levels during the spring, back-to-school and holiday selling seasons; and other factors referenced or incorporated by reference in Skechers’ annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020 and its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended March 31, 2021. More specifically, the COVID-19 pandemic has had and may continue to have a significant impact on Skechers’ business, financial conditions, cash flow and results of operations. Forward-looking statements with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic include, without limitation, Skechers’ plans in response to this pandemic. At this time, there is significant uncertainty about the COVID-19 pandemic, including without limitation, (i) the duration and extent of the impact of the pandemic, (ii) governmental responses to the pandemic, including how such responses could impact Skechers’ business and operations, as well as the operations of its factories and other business partners, (iii) the effectiveness of Skechers’ actions taken in response to these risks, and (iv) Skechers’ ability to effectively and timely adjust its plans in response to the rapidly changing retail and economic environment. Taking these and other risk factors associated with the COVID-19 pandemic into consideration, the dynamic nature of these circumstances means that what is stated in this press release could change at any time, and as a result, actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. The risks included here are not exhaustive. Skechers operates in a very competitive and rapidly changing environment. New risks emerge from time to time and we cannot predict all such risk factors, nor can we assess the impact of all such risk factors on our business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. Given these risks and uncertainties, you should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements as a prediction of actual results. Moreover, reported results should not be considered an indication of future performance.
SKECHERS U.S.A., INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited)
As of June 30,
As of December 31,
(in thousands)
2021
2020
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$
1,091,355
$
1,370,826
Short-term investments
107,626
100,767
Trade accounts receivable, net
778,216
619,800
Other receivables
66,298
69,222
Total receivables
844,514
689,022
Inventory
1,057,284
1,016,774
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
145,256
166,962
Total current assets
3,246,035
3,344,351
Property, plant and equipment, net
1,026,777
935,441
Operating lease right-of-use assets
1,134,145
1,171,521
Deferred tax assets
61,276
63,884
Long-term investments
122,542
108,412
Goodwill
93,497
93,497
Other assets, net
80,459
95,263
Total non-current assets
2,518,696
2,468,018
TOTAL ASSETS
$
5,764,731
$
5,812,369
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Current liabilities
Accounts payable
$
831,910
$
744,077
Operating lease liabilities
214,271
204,370
Accrued expenses
248,996
208,712
Current installments of long-term borrowings
42,547
52,250
Short-term borrowings
575
3,297
Total current liabilities
1,338,299
1,212,706
Long-term borrowings, excluding current installments
268,913
679,415
Long-term operating lease liabilities
1,015,754
1,065,069
Deferred tax liabilities
10,421
11,439
Other long-term liabilities
117,240
118,077
Total non-current liabilities
1,412,328
1,874,000
Total liabilities
2,750,627
3,086,706
Stockholders’ equity
Preferred Stock
—
—
Class A Common Stock
135
134
Class B Common Stock
21
21
Additional paid-in capital
395,951
372,165
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
(34,990
)
(27,285
)
Retained earnings
2,372,342
2,136,400
Skechers U.S.A., Inc. equity
2,733,459
2,481,435
Noncontrolling interests
280,645
244,228
Total stockholders’ equity
3,014,104
2,725,663
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
$
5,764,731
$
5,812,369
SKECHERS U.S.A., INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS (LOSS)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
Six Months Ended
June 30,
June 30,
(in thousands, except per share data)
2021
2020
2021
2020
Sales
$
1,657,773
$
729,472
$
3,086,191
$
1,971,817
Cost of sales
808,280
360,906
1,557,075
1,055,583
Gross profit
849,493
368,566
1,529,116
916,234
Royalty income
4,098
2,596
10,135
7,844
853,591
371,162
1,539,251
924,078
Operating expenses:
Selling
132,448
60,240
217,744
134,295
General and administrative
519,934
371,893
962,629
805,944
Selling, general and administrative
652,382
432,133
1,180,373
940,239
Earnings (loss) from operations
201,209
(60,971
)
358,878
(16,161
)
Other income (expense)
Interest income
909
1,547
1,704
3,854
Interest expense
(3,417
)
(4,804
)
(7,530
)
(6,785
)
Other, net
4,666
4,704
(6,190
)
8,157
Total other income (expense)
2,158
1,447
(12,016
)
5,226
Earnings (loss) before income taxes
203,367
(59,524
)
346,862
(10,935
)
Income tax expense (benefit)
41,544
(4,307
)
70,530
3,122
Net earnings (loss)
161,823
(55,217
)
276,332
(14,057
)
Less: Net earnings attributable to noncontrolling interest
24,454
12,880
40,390
4,939
Net earnings (loss) attributable to Skechers U.S.A. Inc.
$
137,369
$
(68,097
)
$
235,942
$
(18,996
)
Net earnings (loss) per share attributable to Skechers U.S.A. Inc.
Basic
$
0.88
$
(0.44
)
$
1.52
$
(0.12
)
Diluted
$
0.88
$
(0.44
)
$
1.51
$
(0.12
)
Weighted-average shares used in calculating net earnings (loss) per share attributable to Skechers U.S.A. Inc.
Basic
155,561
154,138
155,196
153,849
Diluted
156,674
154,138
156,321
153,849
SKECHERS U.S.A., INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended June 30,
Change
(in millions)
2021
2020
$
%
Domestic Wholesale
Sales
$
399.7
$
130.7
269.0
205.7
Gross margin
38.8
%
38.6
%
26
bps
International Wholesale
Sales
$
750.2
$
385.2
365.0
94.8
Gross margin
46.5
%
46.8
%
(32
)
bps
Direct-to-Consumer
Sales
$
507.9
$
213.6
294.3
137.8
Gross margin
68.0
%
64.5
%
350
bps
Total
Sales
$
1,657.8
$
729.5
928.3
127.3
Gross margin
51.2
%
50.5
%
72
bps
Six Months Ended June 30,
Change
(in millions)
2021
2020
$
%
Domestic Wholesale
Sales
$
774.3
$
508.7
265.6
52.2
Gross margin
38.1
%
38.5
%
(36
)
bps
International Wholesale
Sales
$
1,462.4
$
960.4
502.0
52.3
Gross margin
45.8
%
43.8
%
198
bps
Direct-to-Consumer
Sales
$
849.5
$
502.7
346.8
69.0
Gross margin
66.4
%
59.6
%
682
bps
Total
Sales
$
3,086.2
$
1,971.8
1,114.4
56.5
Gross margin
49.5
%
46.5
%
308
bps
SKECHERS U.S.A., INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATION OF GAAP EARNINGS FINANCIAL MEASURES TO CORRESPONDING
NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES (Unaudited)
Adjusted Earnings and Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share
We believe that Adjusted Earnings and Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share provide meaningful supplemental information to investors in evaluating our business performance for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021. Adjusted Earnings and Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share are not measures of financial performance under GAAP and should be considered in addition to, and not a substitute for, Net Earnings and Diluted Net Earnings Per Share which are the most comparable GAAP measures. Our method of determining non-GAAP financial measures may differ from other companies’ methods and therefore may not be comparable to those used by other companies.
Constant Currency Adjustment
We evaluate our results of operations on both an as reported and a constant currency basis. The constant currency presentation, which is a non-GAAP measure, excludes the impact of period-over-period fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates. We believe providing constant currency information provides valuable supplemental information regarding our results of operations, thereby facilitating period-to-period comparisons of our business performance and is consistent with how management evaluates the Company’s performance. We calculate constant currency percentages by converting our current period local currency financial results using the prior-period exchange rates and comparing these adjusted amounts to our prior period reported results.
Three Months Ended June 30,
2021
2020
Change
(in millions,
except per share data)
Reported GAAP Measure
Constant Currency
Adjustment
Adjusted for Non-GAAP Measures
Reported GAAP Measure
$
%
Sales
$
1,657.8
$
(71.3
)
$
1,586.5
$
729.5
857.0
117.5
Cost of sales
808.3
(37.7
)
770.6
360.9
409.7
113.5
Gross profit
$
849.5
$
(33.6
)
$
815.9
$
368.6
447.3
121.4
Royalty income
4.1
(0.4
)
3.7
2.6
1.1
42.3
SG&A expenses
652.4
(22.2
)
630.2
432.1
198.1
45.8
Earnings (loss) from operations
$
201.2
$
(11.8
)
$
189.4
$
(60.9
)
250.3
411.0
Other income (expense)
2.2
(4.8
)
(2.6
)
1.4
(4.0
)
(285.7
)
Income tax (benefit) expense
41.5
(1.5
)
40.0
(4.3
)
44.3
1,030.2
Less: Noncontrolling interests
24.5
(2.4
)
22.1
12.9
9.2
71.3
Net earnings (loss)
$
137.4
$
(12.7
)
$
124.7
$
(68.1
)
192.8
283.1
Diluted earnings (loss) per share
$
0.88
$
(0.08
)
$
0.80
$
(0.44
)
1.24
281.8
Six Months Ended June 30,
2021
2020
Change
(in millions,
except per share data)
Reported GAAP Measure
Constant Currency
Adjustment
Adjusted for Non-GAAP Measures
Reported GAAP Measure
$
%
Sales
$
3,086.2
$
(111.6
)
$
2,974.6
$
1,971.8
1,002.8
50.9
Cost of sales
1,557.1
(61.9
)
1,495.2
1,055.6
439.6
41.6
Gross profit
$
1,529.1
$
(49.7
)
$
1,479.4
$
916.2
563.2
61.5
Royalty income
10.2
(0.9
)
9.3
7.8
1.5
19.2
SG&A expenses
1,180.4
(33.5
)
1,146.9
940.2
206.7
22.0
Earnings (loss) from operations
$
358.9
$
(17.1
)
$
341.8
$
(16.2
)
358.0
2,209.9
Other income (expense)
(12.1
)
5.8
(6.3
)
5.2
(11.5
)
(221.2
)
Income tax expense
70.5
(2.5
)
68.0
3.1
64.9
2,093.5
Less: Noncontrolling interests
40.4
(3.5
)
36.9
4.9
32.0
653.1
Net earnings (loss)
$
235.9
$
(5.3
)
$
230.6
$
(19.0
)
249.6
1,313.7
Diluted earnings (loss) per share
$
1.51
$
(0.03
)
$
1.48
$
(0.12
)
1.60
1,333.3
Investor Relations:
Andrew Greenebaum
Addo Investor Relations
[email protected]
Press:
Jennifer Clay
Vice President,
Corporate Communications
SKECHERS U.S.A., Inc.
(310) 318-3100
Source: SKECHERS U.S.A., Inc.
by Zach | Jul 21, 2021 | Press Release
Jul 21, 2021 • 9:00 am EDT
Skechers x kansaïyamamoto Collab Features Men’s and Women’s Footwear Inspired by the Late Japanese Designer
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
A celebration of high fashion and avant-garde imagery arrives at Skechers, The Comfort Technology Company™, in an exciting new footwear collaboration inspired by the late iconic Japanese designer Kansai Yamamoto. The limited-edition Skechers x kansaïyamamoto collection of four fashion sneakers for men and women embrace Kansai’s aesthetic and will launch on the one-year anniversary of his passing, July 21, in Japan, North America and Europe.
Skechers Max Cushioning styles from the limited-edition Skechers x kansaïyamamoto collaboration featuring the artist’s iconic Kabuki-inspired designs. (Photo: Business Wire)
Skechers Max Cushioning styles from the limited-edition Skechers x kansaïyamamoto collaboration featuring the artist’s iconic Kabuki-inspired designs. (Photo: Business Wire)
“Kansai was a legend not only in fashion circles throughout his entire career, but as an inspiration to so many artists that followed. Skechers was incredibly fortunate for the chance to work on this collaboration influenced by the master before he passed away,” said Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers. “Skechers footwear has appeared in major runway shows around the globe over the last few years with buzzworthy styles that get the world talking. Kansai’s creative vision follows that progression with the iconic design fused with our Skechers Max Cushioning Premier and D’Lites styles that offer incredible comfort.”
“Since appearing on the world stage as a fashion designer who boldly incorporated design and staging inspired by the brilliant colors of Kabuki, style, beauty, and a unique expression method, Kansai Yamamoto pursued Japanese aesthetics and continued to take on the challenge of uncompromising creativity as one of the world’s leading performers,” said Hatsumi Iwasaki, communications manager of KANSAI SUPER STUDIO. “He also established the kansaïyamamoto brand, known for its distinctive avant-garde designs. Enjoy the street with an uplifting feel that starts in your feet in these shoes developed through a collaboration between Skechers and Kansai’s brand that’s overflowing with his distinctive aesthetics and energy.”
The launch spans a range of Max Cushioning Premier fashion sneakers. The men’s KY Kabuki Paint and women’s KY Nadeshiko styles feature iconic kansaïyamamoto designs inspired by traditional kabuki theater and beauty. The men’s KY Sol and women’s KY Luna feature ombre color designs that convey the notion of sun and moon. Classic Skechers D’Lites fashion sneakers (Men’s KY Carnival and Women’s KY Hanabi) follow on August 21, with a vivid multi-colored premium leather upper in celebratory festival hues, plus kansaïyamamoto logo.
Kansai Yamamoto broke boundaries in the fashion world with his avant-garde designs that adorned musicians in the 1970s. He was the first Japanese designer to present a fashion show in London, and later participated in numerous Tokyo, New York and Paris fashion week events. More recently, he extended the reach of his style collaborating with other designers, fashion houses and global brands. His aesthetic remains a favorite among celebrities. Kansai Yamamoto passed away in July 2020, but his vision lives on through his timeless designs and namesake brand.
Styles in the Skechers x kansaïyamamoto collection for men and women will be available at select Skechers flagship stores in the United States, Canada, Belgium, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, and the United Kingdom, as well as online at Skechers websites where available. An expanded range of styles including three canvas slip-ons and a platform sneaker will be available exclusively in Japan.
About SKECHERS USA, Inc.
Skechers (NYSE:SKX), The Comfort Technology Company based in Southern California, designs, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel and accessories for men, women and children. The Company’s collections are available in the United States and over 170 countries and territories via department and specialty stores, and direct to consumers through 3,989 Company and third-party-owned retail stores and e-commerce websites. The Company manages its international business through a network of global distributors, joint venture partners in Asia, Israel and Mexico, and wholly-owned subsidiaries in Canada, Japan, India, Europe and Latin America. For more information, please visit about.skechers.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.
About KANSAI SUPER STUDIO
KANSAI SUPER STUDIO was founded by the designer and producer Kansai Yamamoto out of a desire to “make the world happy through the power of design.” Based on the spirit inherited from Kansai Yamamoto, the studio conducts business related to brand planning, development, and branding for various brands, including kansaïyamamoto, in not only the field of fashion but also numerous other fields, including clothing, food, residences, and leisure.
This announcement contains forward-looking statements that are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements may include, without limitation, Skechers’ future domestic and international growth, financial results and operations including expected net sales and earnings, its development of new products, future demand for its products, its planned domestic and international expansion, opening of new stores and additional expenditures, and advertising and marketing initiatives. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking language such as “believe,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “project,” “will be,” “will continue,” “will result,” “could,” “may,” “might,” or any variations of such words with similar meanings. Any such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause or contribute to such differences include the disruption of business and operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic; international economic, political and market conditions including the challenging consumer retail markets in the United States; sustaining, managing and forecasting costs and proper inventory levels; losing any significant customers; decreased demand by industry retailers and cancellation of order commitments due to the lack of popularity of particular designs and/or categories of products; maintaining brand image and intense competition among sellers of footwear for consumers, especially in the highly competitive performance footwear market; anticipating, identifying, interpreting or forecasting changes in fashion trends, consumer demand for the products and the various market factors described above; sales levels during the spring, back-to-school and holiday selling seasons; and other factors referenced or incorporated by reference in Skechers’ annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020 and its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended March 31, 2021. More specifically, the COVID-19 pandemic has had and is currently having a significant impact on Skechers’ business, financial conditions, cash flow and results of operations. Forward-looking statements with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic include, without limitation, Skechers’ plans in response to this pandemic. At this time, there is significant uncertainty about the COVID-19 pandemic, including without limitation, (i) the duration and extent of the impact of the pandemic, (ii) governmental responses to the pandemic, including how such responses could impact Skechers’ business and operations, as well as the operations of its factories and other business partners, (iii) the effectiveness of Skechers’ actions taken in response to these risks, and (iv) Skechers’ ability to effectively and timely adjust its plans in response to the rapidly changing retail and economic environment. Taking these and other risk factors associated with the COVID-19 pandemic into consideration, the dynamic nature of these circumstances means that what is stated in this press release could change at any time, and as a result, actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. The risks included here are not exhaustive. Skechers operates in a very competitive and rapidly changing environment. New risks emerge from time to time and we cannot predict all such risk factors, nor can we assess the impact of all such risk factors on our business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. Given these risks and uncertainties, you should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements as a prediction of actual results. Moreover, reported results should not be considered an indication of future performance.
Media Contact:
Jennifer Clay
Skechers
[email protected]
Source: Skechers
by Zach | Jul 15, 2021 | Press Release
Jul 15, 2021 • 9:00 am EDT
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
SKECHERS USA, Inc. (NYSE: SKX), the comfort technology company and a global leader in lifestyle and performance footwear, today announced that it will release its second quarter 2021 financial results after market close on Thursday, July 22, 2021. A conference call will be held the same day at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT. Participating on the call will be David Weinberg, Chief Operating Officer, and John Vandemore, Chief Financial Officer.
The call can be accessed on the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at investors.skechers.com. For those unable to participate during the live broadcast, a replay will be available beginning July 22, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. ET, through August 5, 2021, at 11:59 p.m. ET. To access the replay, dial 844-512-2921 (U.S.) or 412-317-6671 (International) and use passcode: 13721146.
About SKECHERS USA, Inc.
Skechers, the comfort technology company based in Southern California, designs, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel and accessories for men, women and children. The Company’s collections are available in the United States and over 170 countries and territories via department and specialty stores, and direct to consumers through 3,989 Company and third-party-owned retail stores and e-commerce websites. The Company manages its international business through a network of global distributors, joint venture partners in Asia, Israel and Mexico, and wholly-owned subsidiaries in Canada, Japan, India, Europe and Latin America. For more information, please visit about.skechers.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.
Investor Relations:
Addo Investor Relations
Andrew Greenebaum
[email protected]
Source: SKECHERS USA, Inc.
by Zach | Jul 8, 2021 | Press Release
Jul 8, 2021 • 9:00 am EDT
Skechers x Ryan’s World is First Major Collaboration Between a Global Shoe Brand and Kid YouTube Star
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Skechers, the comfort technology company and an award-winning leader in kids’ footwear, is today launching the new Skechers x Ryan’s World collaboration. Ryan Kaji, nine-year-old star of the global “Ryan’s World” franchise, whose YouTube channel boasts over 30 million subscribers, worked with the Skechers Kids design team on the colorful collection launching today—marking the first time a major shoe brand has offered a kid YouTube star a global footwear deal. Skechers developed the collaboration with pocket.watch and the Kaji family’s Sunlight Entertainment.
Skechers teams up with “Ryan’s World” on kids’ footwear in Skechers x Ryan’s World collaboration. (Graphic: Business Wire)
Skechers teams up with “Ryan’s World” on kids’ footwear in Skechers x Ryan’s World collaboration. (Graphic: Business Wire)
“These shoes are awesome and I know my fans will love them,” said Ryan Kaji. “It was amazing to help design the sneakers and we did some super cool things in a special video that I can’t wait for everyone to see!” Viewers will be introduced to the Skechers x Ryan’s World footwear collection in one of Ryan’s signature playful videos that can be seen here.
“Skechers has been designing shoes that kids want to wear for nearly 30 years, and Ryan’s energetic enthusiasm makes him perfect for our award-winning Skechers Kids line,” said Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers. “We know the millions who watch Ryan and his family will love discovering how the Skechers x Ryan’s World collection is revealed on his channel, and parents will appreciate that Ryan’s fun footwear arrives with the comfort and quality that only Skechers delivers.”
The initial range of three styles offers footwear options for any kid. Ryan’s Challenge (406061L) is a light-up colorful slip-on sneaker with bungee laces and a hook-and-loop strap closure. Gamer Ryan (406062L) is a lightweight colorful slip-on sneaker with a cool Magna-Fit™ toggle closure. The canvas mid-top Red Titan (406060L) sneaker features Ryan’s superhero secret identity character design and a durable rubber outsole.
Since its 2015 launch and partnership with pocket.watch, the premier kids’ and family entertainment platform, “Ryan’s World” has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most successful kids’ franchises. The “Ryan’s World” YouTube channel features easy science experiments, educational content, animated adventures, imaginative toy play, and videos that document daily life for the family of five, which includes Ryan’s younger twin sisters. The “Ryan’s World” franchise also features videos and content distributed via the Ryan and Friends OTT channels, mobile games and apps, and consumer products sold in 30 countries.
The Skechers Kids collection has been recognized numerous times by the fashion and footwear industry, receiving accolades for design excellence from Drapers, Earnshaw’s and The Footwear Industry Awards UK, as well as five awards from Footwear Plus—most recently in 2021.
Styles in the Skechers x Ryan’s World collection for kids are available now at Skechers retail locations, skechers.com and select retail partners in North America.
About SKECHERS USA, Inc.
Skechers (NYSE:SKX), the comfort technology company based in Southern California, designs, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel and accessories for men, women and children. The Company’s collections are available in the United States and over 170 countries and territories via department and specialty stores, and direct to consumers through 3,989 Company and third-party-owned retail stores and e-commerce websites. The Company manages its international business through a network of global distributors, joint venture partners in Asia, Israel and Mexico, and wholly-owned subsidiaries in Canada, Japan, India, Europe and Latin America. For more information, please visit about.skechers.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.
About Sunlight Entertainment
Sunlight Entertainment is Ryan Kaji’s family-owned and operated production company that develops family-friendly content that is driven to help kids learn. Founded in 2017, Sunlight Entertainment was created by Ryan and his family to help streamline the workflow of one of YouTube’s largest kids’ channels, Ryan’s World. The company continues to grow and currently manages nine YouTube channels: Ryan’s World, Ryan’s World Español, Ryan’s World in Japanese, EK Doodles, Ryan’s Family Review, Vtubers, Combo Panda, Gus the Gummy Gator and The Studio Space. Sunlight Entertainment employs a 30-person team of videographers, editors, animators, writers and voice actors to help produce live action and animated content — releasing about 25 videos a week. Currently, Ryan’s World has rapidly evolved from a toy review YouTube channel to a global kids play and entertainment brand through digital and broadcast entertainment, toys and consumer products. To learn more, visit: ryans.world.
About pocket.watch
Pocket.watch specializes in entertaining and inspiring kids and families through digital-first content and sparking their imaginations with lifestyle products ranging from toys to toothbrushes. The company inspires kids to seamlessly move between screen time and playtime and boasts a growing portfolio of franchises that includes some of the largest kids and family YouTube brands in the world. Pocket.watch created and produces Ryan’s Mystery Playdate, which airs on Nickelodeon and is the #1 preschool show on television. The company was founded in March 2017 by Chris M. Williams and is located in Culver City, CA where it maintains an office and studio. Its management team is made up of studio veterans and visionaries from traditional and digital entertainment including Albie Hecht, Jon Moonves, David B. Williams and Kerry Tucker. Investors and stakeholders include Viacom, Greycroft, Third Wave Digital and United Talent Agency (UTA), as well as notable strategic angels including Robert Downey Jr. (Team Downey) and Jon Landau with a significant stake in the company being held by ‘Ryan’s World’ creator Sunlight Entertainment. For more information about pocket.watch, please visit pocket.watch.
This announcement contains forward-looking statements that are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements may include, without limitation, Skechers’ future domestic and international growth, financial results and operations including expected net sales and earnings, its development of new products, future demand for its products, its planned domestic and international expansion, opening of new stores and additional expenditures, and advertising and marketing initiatives. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking language such as “believe,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “project,” “will be,” “will continue,” “will result,” “could,” “may,” “might,” or any variations of such words with similar meanings. Any such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause or contribute to such differences include the disruption of business and operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic; international economic, political and market conditions including the challenging consumer retail markets in the United States; sustaining, managing and forecasting costs and proper inventory levels; losing any significant customers; decreased demand by industry retailers and cancellation of order commitments due to the lack of popularity of particular designs and/or categories of products; maintaining brand image and intense competition among sellers of footwear for consumers, especially in the highly competitive performance footwear market; anticipating, identifying, interpreting or forecasting changes in fashion trends, consumer demand for the products and the various market factors described above; sales levels during the spring, back-to-school and holiday selling seasons; and other factors referenced or incorporated by reference in Skechers’ annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020 and its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended March 31, 2021. More specifically, the COVID-19 pandemic has had and is currently having a significant impact on Skechers’ business, financial conditions, cash flow and results of operations. Forward-looking statements with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic include, without limitation, Skechers’ plans in response to this pandemic. At this time, there is significant uncertainty about the COVID-19 pandemic, including without limitation, (i) the duration and extent of the impact of the pandemic, (ii) governmental responses to the pandemic, including how such responses could impact Skechers’ business and operations, as well as the operations of its factories and other business partners, (iii) the effectiveness of Skechers’ actions taken in response to these risks, and (iv) Skechers’ ability to effectively and timely adjust its plans in response to the rapidly changing retail and economic environment. Taking these and other risk factors associated with the COVID-19 pandemic into consideration, the dynamic nature of these circumstances means that what is stated in this press release could change at any time, and as a result, actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. The risks included here are not exhaustive. Skechers operates in a very competitive and rapidly changing environment. New risks emerge from time to time and we cannot predict all such risk factors, nor can we assess the impact of all such risk factors on our business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. Given these risks and uncertainties, you should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements as a prediction of actual results. Moreover, reported results should not be considered an indication of future performance.
Media Contact:
Jennifer Clay
Skechers
[email protected]
Source: Skechers
by Zach | Jun 29, 2021 | Press Release
Jun 29, 2021 • 6:00 am EDT
Signature Skechers GO GOLF® Footwear Designs to be Created for Both European and United States Teams
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
For the first time, Skechers has been named the official footwear supplier of both the European and United States Solheim Cup Teams for the 2021 tournament. The footwear company, known for developing award-winning golf shoes worn by elite athletes including Brooke Henderson, has designed exclusive Skechers GO GOLF Elite 3™ styles in unique colors for the United States and European teams, to be provided to players—with Skechers also providing footwear to caddies and support staff—during the September event at Inverness Club in Toledo, Ohio.
Skechers, Official Team Footwear Supplier of the 2021 Solheim Cup, reveals exclusive Skechers GO GOLF Elite 3™ and Skechers GO RUN Supersonic™ styles in United States and European team colors. (Photo: Business Wire)
Skechers, Official Team Footwear Supplier of the 2021 Solheim Cup, reveals exclusive Skechers GO GOLF Elite 3™ and Skechers GO RUN Supersonic™ styles in United States and European team colors. (Photo: Business Wire)
“As the Solheim Cup moves back to the States, it’s a perfect time to expand our partnership with this storied event in women’s golf,” said Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers. “After outfitting some of the top European players through the tournaments in 2017 and 2019, we look forward to seeing the American women wearing Skechers GO GOLF as well this year. This event is a perfect opportunity to reach fans on both sides of the Atlantic and illustrate why golfers everywhere have come to love the innovative performance and comfort of Skechers GO GOLF footwear.”
“We are excited to expand the previous partnership with Skechers as they become the Official Footwear Partner for the entire 2021 Solheim Cup,” said Solheim Cup tournament director Becky Newell. “We know that the styling, performance and comfort offered by Skechers is a perfect match for our players and the support staff on both sides of the competition.”
European Solheim Cup Captain Catriona Matthew said: “When it comes to the game, Skechers GO GOLF delivers with footwear that offers the comfort players need for three days of competition at the Solheim Cup. I’m thrilled that our team will be partnering with the brand for the third time.”
United States Solheim Cup Captain Pat Hurst said: “I know the European women found success with Skechers on their side two years ago, so now in my first year as captain with Skechers on our side as well, I hope we can bring the trophy home.”
In addition to pairs of shoes for the golfers, support staff and officials will be provided with Skechers GO RUN Supersonic™ style footwear in team colors, with caddies outfitted in a special waterproof version. This is the first time Skechers will supply footwear to both sides after previously sponsoring the European team in 2017 and 2019. Known for its lightweight, high-quality, stable and comfortable designs, Skechers GO GOLF has achieved prominence within the golf category alongside the brand’s award-winning running, walking and training collections.
The roster of elite golfers wearing Skechers GO GOLF on tour includes Brooke Henderson, Colin Montgomerie, and Billy Andrade. Skechers GO GOLF is available at select Skechers retail stores and skechers.com as well as select retail partners, including specialty golf pro shops.
About SKECHERS USA, Inc.
Skechers (NYSE:SKX), the comfort technology company based in Southern California, designs, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel and accessories for men, women and children. The Company’s collections are available in the United States and over 170 countries and territories via department and specialty stores, and direct to consumers through 3,989 Company and third-party-owned retail stores and e-commerce websites. The Company manages its international business through a network of global distributors, joint venture partners in Asia, Israel and Mexico, and wholly-owned subsidiaries in Canada, Japan, India, Europe and Latin America. For more information, please visit about.skechers.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.
About the Solheim Cup
The Solheim Cup combines the tradition and prestige of the game of golf with passion for one’s country and continent. This biennial international match-play competition features the best U.S. players from the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour and the best European players from the Ladies European Tour (LET).
The Solheim Cup is named in honor of Karsten and Louise Solheim, founders of Karsten Manufacturing Corporation, which makes PING golf equipment. In 1990, the Solheim family, in conjunction with the LPGA and the LET, developed the concept and became the title sponsor for the Solheim Cup. Today, the Global Partners of the Solheim Cup are PING, Rolex and Marathon Petroleum.
Held every two years, the event has grown into the most prestigious international women’s professional golf team event. The 2021 Solheim Cup will be held at Inverness Club in Toledo, Ohio, on Sept. 4-6. In 2019, Team Europe took a thrilling 14.5-13.5 victory that came down to the final putt. Team USA heads to Ohio leading Team Europe 10-6 all-time in Solheim Cup competition.
For more information, visit www.SolheimCupUSA.com.
This announcement contains forward-looking statements that are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements may include, without limitation, Skechers’ future domestic and international growth, financial results and operations including expected net sales and earnings, its development of new products, future demand for its products, its planned domestic and international expansion, opening of new stores and additional expenditures, and advertising and marketing initiatives. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking language such as “believe,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “project,” “will be,” “will continue,” “will result,” “could,” “may,” “might,” or any variations of such words with similar meanings. Any such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause or contribute to such differences include the disruption of business and operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic; international economic, political and market conditions including the challenging consumer retail markets in the United States; sustaining, managing and forecasting costs and proper inventory levels; losing any significant customers; decreased demand by industry retailers and cancellation of order commitments due to the lack of popularity of particular designs and/or categories of products; maintaining brand image and intense competition among sellers of footwear for consumers, especially in the highly competitive performance footwear market; anticipating, identifying, interpreting or forecasting changes in fashion trends, consumer demand for the products and the various market factors described above; sales levels during the spring, back-to-school and holiday selling seasons; and other factors referenced or incorporated by reference in Skechers’ annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020 and its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended March 31, 2021. More specifically, the COVID-19 pandemic has had and is currently having a significant impact on Skechers’ business, financial conditions, cash flow and results of operations. Forward-looking statements with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic include, without limitation, Skechers’ plans in response to this pandemic. At this time, there is significant uncertainty about the COVID-19 pandemic, including without limitation, (i) the duration and extent of the impact of the pandemic, (ii) governmental responses to the pandemic, including how such responses could impact Skechers’ business and operations, as well as the operations of its factories and other business partners, (iii) the effectiveness of Skechers’ actions taken in response to these risks, and (iv) Skechers’ ability to effectively and timely adjust its plans in response to the rapidly changing retail and economic environment. Taking these and other risk factors associated with the COVID-19 pandemic into consideration, the dynamic nature of these circumstances means that what is stated in this press release could change at any time, and as a result, actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. The risks included here are not exhaustive. Skechers operates in a very competitive and rapidly changing environment. New risks emerge from time to time and we cannot predict all such risk factors, nor can we assess the impact of all such risk factors on our business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. Given these risks and uncertainties, you should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements as a prediction of actual results. Moreover, reported results should not be considered an indication of future performance.
USA:
Jennifer Clay
[email protected]
EU/UK:
Petra Kereem
[email protected]
Source: Skechers