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    Kohl's Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2024 Financial Results

    8/28/24 7:00:00 AM ET
    $KSS
    Department/Specialty Retail Stores
    Consumer Discretionary
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    Kohl's Corporation (NYSE:KSS) today reported results for the second quarter ended August 3, 2024.

    • Net sales decreased 4.2% and comparable sales decreased 5.1%
    • Gross margin increased 59 basis points
    • Diluted earnings per share of $0.59 versus $0.52 in the prior year
    • Inventory declined 9%
    • Updates full year 2024 financial outlook
    • Committed to returning capital to shareholders through the dividend and further strengthening balance sheet

    Tom Kingsbury, Kohl's chief executive officer, said, "We have taken significant action to reposition Kohl's for future growth. However, our efforts have yet to fully yield the intended outcome due in part to a continued challenging consumer environment and softness in our core business. During the second quarter, our customers exhibited more discretion in their spending, which pressured our sales even as customers transacted more frequently. This overshadowed strong performance in our key growth areas, including Sephora, home decor, gifting, and impulse. In spite of this, we continued to execute well operationally, enabling us to deliver a 13% increase in earnings driven by gross margin expansion and strong inventory and expense management."

    "Looking ahead, we are focused on ensuring that the substantial work that we've done across product, value, and experience is fully recognized by both new and existing customers. We will also capitalize on new opportunities such as our partnership with Babies "R" Us and expect to continue to benefit from our key growth areas. Our conviction in our strategy remains strong and our operating discipline, solid cash flow generation, and healthy balance sheet will continue to support us as we work to return Kohl's to growth," Kingsbury continued.

    Second Quarter 2024 Results

    Comparisons refer to the 13-week period ended August 3, 2024 versus the 13-week period ended July 29, 2023

    • Net sales decreased 4.2% year-over-year, to $3.5 billion, with comparable sales down 5.1%.
    • Gross margin as a percentage of net sales was 39.6%, an increase of 59 basis points.
    • Selling, general & administrative (SG&A) expenses decreased 4.2% year-over-year, to $1.2 billion. As a percentage of total revenue, SG&A expenses were 33.5%, a decrease of 1 basis point year-over-year.
    • Operating income was $166 million compared to $163 million in the prior year. As a percentage of total revenue, operating income was 4.4%, an increase of 26 basis points year-over-year.
    • Net income was $66 million, or $0.59 per diluted share. This compares to net income of $58 million, or $0.52 per diluted share in the prior year.
    • Inventory was $3.2 billion, a decrease of 9% year-over-year.
    • Operating cash flow was $254 million as compared to $430 million in the prior year.
    • Long-term debt was reduced by $113 million through the redemption of the remaining 9.50% notes due May 15, 2025.

    Six Months Fiscal Year 2024 Results

    Comparisons refer to the 26-week period ended August 3, 2024 versus the 26-week period ended July 29, 2023

    • Net sales decreased 4.7% year-over-year, to $6.7 billion, with comparable sales down 4.8%.
    • Gross margin as a percentage of net sales was 39.6%, an increase of 54 basis points.
    • Selling, general & administrative (SG&A) expenses decreased 2.5% year-over-year, to $2.5 billion. As a percentage of total revenue, SG&A expenses were 34.8%, an increase of 78 basis points year-over-year.
    • Operating income was $209 million compared to $261 million in the prior year. As a percentage of total revenue, operating income was 2.9%, a decrease of 56 basis points year-over-year.
    • Net income was $39 million, or $0.35 per diluted share. This compares to net income of $72 million, or $0.65 per diluted share in the prior year.
    • Operating cash flow was $247 million as compared to $228 million in the prior year.
    • Long-term debt was reduced by $113 million through the redemption of the remaining 9.50% notes due May 15, 2025.

    Updated 2024 Financial and Capital Allocation Outlook

    For the full year 2024, which has 52 weeks compared to 53 weeks in full year 2023, the Company's guidance excludes the potential impact from credit card late fee regulatory changes. The Company currently expects the following:

    • Net sales: A decrease of (4%) to a decrease of (6%)
    • Comparable sales: A decrease of (3%) to a decrease of (5%)
    • Operating margin: In the range of 3.4% to 3.8%
    • Diluted EPS: In the range of $1.75 to $2.25
    • Capital Expenditures: Approximately $500 million, including expansion of Sephora partnership and other store-related investments
    • Dividend: On August 13, 2024, Kohl's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company's common stock of $0.50 per share. The dividend is payable September 25, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 11, 2024.

    Second Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call

    Kohl's will host its quarterly earnings conference call at 9:00 am ET on August 28, 2024. A webcast of the conference call and the related presentation materials will be available via the Company's web site at investors.kohls.com, both live and after the call.

    Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information

    This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Company intends forward-looking terminology such as "believes," "expects," "may," "will," "should," "anticipates," "plans," or similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include the information under "Updated 2024 Financial and Capital Allocation Outlook." Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from those anticipated by the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks described more fully in Item 1A in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K, which are expressly incorporated herein by reference, and other factors as may periodically be described in the Company's filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements relate to the date initially made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update them.

    About Kohl's

    Kohl's (NYSE:KSS) is a leading omnichannel retailer built on a foundation that combines great brands, incredible value and convenience for our customers. Kohl's is uniquely positioned to deliver against its long-term strategy and its purpose to take care of families' realest moments. Kohl's serves millions of families in its more than 1,100 stores in 49 states, online at Kohls.com, and through the Kohl's App. With a large national footprint, Kohl's is committed to making a positive impact in the communities it serves. For a list of store locations or to shop online, visit Kohls.com. For more information about Kohl's impact in the community or how to join our winning team, visit Corporate.Kohls.com.

    KOHL'S CORPORATION

    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

    (Unaudited)

     

     

    Three Months Ended

    Six Months Ended

    (Dollars in Millions, Except per Share Data)

    August 3, 2024

    July 29, 2023

    August 3, 2024

    July 29, 2023

    Net sales

    $ 3,525

    $ 3,678

    $ 6,703

    $ 7,033

    Other revenue

    207

    217

    411

    433

    Total revenue

    3,732

    3,895

    7,114

    7,466

    Cost of merchandise sold

    2,128

    2,242

    4,051

    4,289

    Gross margin rate

    39.6%

    39.0%

    39.6%

    39.0%

    Operating expenses:

     

     

     

     

    Selling, general, and administrative

    1,250

    1,304

    2,478

    2,542

    As a percent of total revenue

    33.5%

    33.5%

    34.8%

    34.1%

    Depreciation and amortization

    188

    186

    376

    374

    Operating income

    166

    163

    209

    261

    Interest expense, net

    86

    89

    169

    173

    Income before income taxes

    80

    74

    40

    88

    Provision for income taxes

    14

    16

    1

    16

    Net income

    $ 66

    $ 58

    $ 39

    $ 72

    Average number of shares:

     

     

     

     

    Basic

    111

    110

    111

    110

    Diluted

    112

    111

    112

    111

    Earnings per share:

     

     

     

     

    Basic

    $ 0.59

    $ 0.52

    $ 0.35

    $ 0.65

    Diluted

    $ 0.59

    $ 0.52

    $ 0.35

    $ 0.65

    KOHL'S CORPORATION

    CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

    (Unaudited)

     

    (Dollars in Millions)

    August 3, 2024

    July 29, 2023

    Assets

     

     

    Current assets:

     

     

    Cash and cash equivalents

    $ 231

    $ 204

    Merchandise inventories

    3,151

    3,474

    Other

    331

    296

    Total current assets

    3,713

    3,974

    Property and equipment, net

    7,502

    7,945

    Operating leases

    2,507

    2,493

    Other assets

    458

    382

    Total assets

    $ 14,180

    $ 14,794

    Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity

     

     

    Current liabilities:

     

     

    Accounts payable

    $ 1,317

    $ 1,376

    Accrued liabilities

    1,185

    1,246

    Borrowings under revolving credit facility

    410

    560

    Current portion of:

     

     

    Long-term debt

    353

    111

    Finance leases and financing obligations

    81

    84

    Operating leases

    92

    93

    Total current liabilities

    3,438

    3,470

    Long-term debt

    1,173

    1,637

    Finance leases and financing obligations

    2,574

    2,730

    Operating leases

    2,795

    2,777

    Deferred income taxes

    95

    121

    Other long-term liabilities

    275

    324

    Shareholders' equity:

    3,830

    3,735

    Total liabilities and shareholders' equity

    $ 14,180

    $ 14,794

    KOHL'S CORPORATION

    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

    (Unaudited)

     

     

    Six Months Ended

    (Dollars in Millions)

    August 3, 2024

    July 29, 2023

    Operating activities

     

     

    Net income

    $ 39

    $ 72

    Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

     

     

    Depreciation and amortization

    376

    374

    Share-based compensation

    16

    20

    Deferred income taxes

    (15)

    (7)

    Non-cash lease expense

    44

    48

    Other non-cash items

    11

    (2)

    Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

     

     

    Merchandise inventories

    (269)

    (283)

    Other current and long-term assets

    (59)

    61

    Accounts payable

    183

    46

    Accrued and other long-term liabilities

    (25)

    (52)

    Operating lease liabilities

    (54)

    (49)

    Net cash provided by operating activities

    247

    228

    Investing activities

     

     

    Acquisition of property and equipment

    (239)

    (338)

    Proceeds from sale of real estate

    —

    4

    Other

    2

    (1)

    Net cash used in investing activities

    (237)

    (335)

    Financing activities

     

     

    Net borrowings under revolving credit facility

    318

    475

    Shares withheld for taxes on vested restricted shares

    (9)

    (13)

    Dividends paid

    (111)

    (110)

    Repayment of long-term borrowings

    (113)

    (164)

    Premium paid on redemption of debt

    (5)

    —

    Finance lease and financing obligation payments

    (42)

    (47)

    Proceeds from financing obligations

    —

    17

    Net cash provided by financing activities

    38

    158

    Net increase in cash and cash equivalents

    48

    51

    Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

    183

    153

    Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

    $ 231

    $ 204

     

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