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Steve Madden Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results

February 23, 2023 6:59 AM

~ Provides 2023 Outlook ~

LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y., Feb. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steve Madden (Nasdaq: SHOO), a leading designer and marketer of fashion-forward footwear, accessories and apparel for women, men and children, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2022 and provided its 2023 outlook.

Amounts referred to as “Adjusted” are non-GAAP measures that exclude the items defined as “Non-GAAP Adjustments” in the “Non-GAAP Reconciliation” section.

Full Year 2022 Results

Fourth Quarter 2022 Results

Edward Rosenfeld, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We are pleased to have delivered earnings results in line with our expectations for the fourth quarter and full year 2022 despite an increasingly challenging backdrop. 2022 was a record year for the Company, with double-digit percentage growth in both revenue and earnings, reflecting the power of our brands, the strength of our business model and the successful execution of our strategic initiatives.

“Looking ahead, we are cautious on the near-term outlook due to the challenging operating environment and conservative initial Spring orders from our wholesale customers as they prioritize inventory control. That said, we have a proven ability to navigate difficult market conditions with our agile business model, which combines our test-and-react strategy and industry-leading speed-to-market capability. Looking out further, we are confident that our unique competitive advantages and the continued execution of our strategy will enable us to drive sustainable growth and value creation over the long term.”

Fourth Quarter 2022 Channel Results

Revenue for the wholesale business was $308.8 million, a 24.8% decrease compared to the fourth quarter of 2021, when wholesale revenue experienced outsized growth of 30.8% versus pre-COVID fourth quarter of 2019. Wholesale footwear revenue decreased 25.5% compared to the fourth quarter of 2021, when wholesale footwear revenue increased 29.9% versus pre-COVID fourth quarter of 2019. Wholesale accessories/apparel revenue decreased 22.8% compared to the fourth quarter of 2021, when wholesale accessories/apparel revenue increased 33.3% versus pre-COVID fourth quarter of 2019. Gross profit as a percentage of wholesale revenue declined to 30.5% compared to 31.8% in the fourth quarter of 2021 as a result of increased closeouts compared to the prior year period, when closeout activity was unusually low.

Direct-to-consumer revenue was $159.3 million, a 3.2% decrease compared to the fourth quarter of 2021 driven by a decline in the brick-and-mortar business, partially offset by a modest increase in the e-commerce business. Gross profit as a percentage of direct-to-consumer revenue increased to 64.0% compared to 63.5% in the fourth quarter of 2021 driven by a reduction in air freight expense.

The Company ended the quarter with 232 Company-operated brick-and-mortar retail stores and six e-commerce websites, as well as 20 Company-operated concessions in international markets.

Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Highlights

As of December 31, 2022, cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments totaled $289.8 million.

During the fourth quarter and full year of 2022, the Company repurchased approximately $36.8 million and $148.9 million, respectively, of the Company's common stock, which includes shares acquired through the net settlement of employee stock awards.

Quarterly Cash Dividend

The Company's Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.21 per share. The dividend is payable on March 24, 2023 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on March 10, 2023.

2023 Outlook

For 2023, the Company expects revenue will decrease 6.5% to 8.0% compared to 2022. The Company expects diluted EPS will be in the range of $2.40 to $2.50.

Conference Call Information

Interested stockholders are invited to listen to the conference call scheduled for today, February 23, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time, which will include a discussion of the Company's fourth quarter and fiscal year end 2022 earnings results and fiscal year 2023 outlook. The call will be webcast live on the Company’s website at https://investor.stevemadden.com. A webcast replay of the conference call will be available on the Company's website or via the following webcast link https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/9ax7kfno beginning today at approximately 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

About Steve Madden

Steve Madden designs, sources and markets fashion-forward footwear, accessories and apparel for women, men and children. In addition to marketing products under its own brands including Steve Madden®, Dolce Vita®, Betsey Johnson®, Blondo®, and GREATS®, Steve Madden licenses footwear and handbag categories for the Anne Klein® brand. Steve Madden also designs and sources products under private label brand names for various retailers. Steve Madden’s wholesale distribution includes department stores, mass merchants, off-price retailers, shoe chains, online retailers, national chains, specialty retailers and independent stores. Steve Madden also directly operates brick-and-mortar retail stores and e-commerce websites. Steve Madden also licenses certain of its brands to third parties for the marketing and sale of certain products in the apparel, accessory and home categories. For local store information and the latest boots, booties, dress shoes, fashion sneakers, sandals, slippers and more, please visit www.stevemadden.com, www.dolcevita.com and our other branded websites.

Safe Harbor Statement Under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Examples of forward-looking statements include, among others, statements regarding revenue and earnings guidance, plans, strategies, objectives, expectations and intentions. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as: “may”, “will”, “expect”, “believe”, “should”, “anticipate”, “project”, “predict”, “plan”, “intend”, “estimate”, or “confident” and similar expressions or the negative of these expressions. Forward-looking statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, they represent the Company’s current beliefs, expectations, and assumptions regarding anticipated events and trends affecting its business and industry based on information available as of the time such statements are made. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which cannot be predicted with accuracy and some of which may be outside of the Company’s control. The Company’s actual results and financial condition may differ materially from those indicated in these forward-looking statements. As such, investors should not rely upon them. Important risk factors include:

The Company does not undertake, and disclaims, any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, including, without limitation, any guidance regarding revenue or earnings, whether as a result of new information, future developments, or otherwise.

STEVEN MADDEN, LTD. AND SUBSIDIARIESCONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS DATA(In thousands, except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
(Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited)
Net sales $468,152 $575,137 $2,111,296 $1,853,902
Commission and licensing fee income 2,491 3,344 10,713 12,240
Total revenue 470,643 578,481 2,122,009 1,866,142
Cost of sales 271,946 340,141 1,248,173 1,098,645
Gross profit 198,697 238,340 873,836 767,497
Operating expenses 158,940 155,960 592,192 519,848
Impairment of intangibles 2,620 2,620
Impairment of lease right-of-use assets and fixed assets 343 1,432
Income from operations 39,757 79,417 281,644 243,597
Interest and other income / (expense), net 570 (513) 676 (1,529)
Income before provision for income taxes 40,327 78,904 282,320 242,068
Provision for income taxes 8,375 12,781 65,103 49,609
Net income 31,952 66,123 217,217 192,459
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interest 161 136 1,156 1,781
Net income attributable to Steven Madden, Ltd. $31,791 $65,987 $216,061 $190,678
Basic income per share $0.43 $0.85 $2.84 $2.43
Diluted income per share $0.42 $0.81 $2.77 $2.34
Basic weighted average common shares outstanding 74,710 77,718 76,021 78,442
Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding 76,575 81,207 78,069 81,628
Cash dividends declared per common share $0.21 $0.15 $0.84 $0.60

STEVEN MADDEN, LTD. AND SUBSIDIARIESCONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET DATA(In thousands)
As of
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
(Unaudited)
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $274,713 $219,499
Short-term investments 15,085 44,037
Accounts receivable, net of allowances 37,937 26,546
Factor accounts receivable 248,228 364,982
Inventories 228,752 255,213
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 22,989 20,845
Income tax receivable and prepaid income taxes 15,853 13,538
Total current assets 843,557 944,660
Note receivable – related party 401 794
Property and equipment, net 40,664 35,790
Operating lease right-of-use asset 90,264 85,449
Deferred tax assets 1,755 4,581
Deposits and other 12,070 4,180
Goodwill – net 168,085 167,995
Intangibles – net 101,192 112,093
Total Assets $1,257,988 $1,355,542
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable $130,542 $136,766
Accrued expenses 138,523 243,163
Operating leases - current portion 29,499 30,759
Income taxes payable 9,403 4,522
Contingent payment liability – current portion 1,153 5,109
Accrued incentive compensation 11,788 14,871
Total current liabilities 320,908 435,190
Contingent payment liability 6,960
Operating leases – long-term portion 79,128 80,072
Deferred tax liabilities 3,923 3,378
Other liabilities 10,166 9,404
Total Liabilities 414,125 535,004
STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Total Steven Madden, Ltd. stockholders’ equity 831,553 812,098
Noncontrolling interest 12,310 8,440
Total stockholders’ equity 843,863 820,538
Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity $1,257,988 $1,355,542

STEVEN MADDEN, LTD. AND SUBSIDIARIESCONDENSED CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW DATA(In thousands)
Twelve Months Ended
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
(Unaudited)
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income $217,217 $192,459
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities
Stock-based compensation 24,396 22,278
Depreciation and amortization 20,576 15,208
Loss on disposal of fixed assets 11 526
Impairment of intangibles 2,620
Impairment of lease right-of-use asset and fixed assets 1,432
Deferred taxes 3,601 1,280
Accrued interest on note receivable – related party (16) (23)
Note receivable – related party 409 409
Change in valuation of contingent liability (5,807) 11,862
Gain on sale of trademark (8,000)
Other operating activities (2,716)
Recovery of receivables, related to the Payless ShoeSource bankruptcy (919)
Changes, net of acquisitions, in:
Accounts receivable (9,683) (583)
Factor accounts receivable 116,141 (112,311)
Inventories 29,071 (153,793)
Prepaid expenses, income tax receivables, prepaid taxes, and other assets (4,205) (1,899)
Accounts payable and accrued expenses (108,788) 185,741
Accrued incentive compensation (3,083) 10,998
Leases and other liabilities (8,902) (7,822)
Payment of contingent consideration (339)
Net cash provided by operating activities 267,883 159,463
Cash flows from investing activities:
Capital expenditures (16,351) (6,608)
Purchases of short-term investments (45,130) (68,471)
Maturity/sale of marketable securities and short-term investments 73,998 63,867
(Purchase)/sale of a trademark (2,000) 8,000
Other investing activities (5,000)
Net cash provided by/(used in) investing activities 5,517 (3,212)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from exercise of stock options 602 9,732
Investment of noncontrolling interest 2,500
Acquisition of incremental ownership of joint ventures (18,942)
Distributions to noncontrolling interest earnings (294) (3,121)
Sale of minority interest of a subsidiary 1,017
Common stock purchased for treasury (148,878) (123,161)
Cash dividends paid on common stock (66,005) (49,161)
Payment of contingent consideration (4,770)
Net cash used in financing activities (215,828) (184,653)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents (2,358) 37
Net increase/(decrease) in cash, cash equivalents 55,214 (28,365)
Cash and cash equivalents – beginning of year 219,499 247,864
Cash and cash equivalents – end of year $274,713 $219,499

STEVEN MADDEN, LTD. AND SUBSIDIARIES

NON-GAAP RECONCILIATION

(In thousands, except per share amounts)

(Unaudited)

The Company uses non-GAAP financial information to evaluate its operating performance and to represent the manner in which the Company conducts and views its business. Additionally, the Company believes the information assists investors in comparing the Company’s performance across reporting periods on a consistent basis by excluding items that are not indicative of its core business. The non-GAAP financial information is provided in addition to, and not as an alternative to, the Company’s reported results prepared in accordance with GAAP. The following reconciles the Company’s reported results and outlook in accordance with GAAP with the non-GAAP information that the Company also presents. Additional information regarding Non-GAAP Adjustments is presented below.

Table 1 - Reconciliation of GAAP operating expenses to Adjusted operating expenses
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
GAAP operating expenses $158,940 $155,960 $592,192 $519,848
Non-GAAP Adjustments (2,476) (4,499) (924) (14,216)
Adjusted operating expenses $156,464 $151,461 $591,268 $505,632

Table 2 - Reconciliation of GAAP income from operations to Adjusted income from operations
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
GAAP income from operations $39,757 $79,417 $281,644 $243,597
Non-GAAP Adjustments 2,476 7,462 924 18,267
Adjusted income from operations $42,233 $86,879 $282,568 $261,864

Table 3 - Reconciliation of GAAP interest and other income / (expense), net to Adjusted interest and other income / (expense), net
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
GAAP interest and other income / (expense), net $570 $(513) $676 $(1,529)
Non-GAAP Adjustments 500
Adjusted interest and other income / (expense), net $570 $(513) $676 $(1,029)

Table 4 - Reconciliation of GAAP provision for income taxes to Adjusted provision for income taxes
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
GAAP provision for income taxes $8,375 $12,781 $65,103 $49,609
Non-GAAP Adjustments 579 3,015 (1,308) 5,726
Adjusted provision for income taxes $8,954 $15,796 $63,795 $55,335

Table 5 - Reconciliation of GAAP net income attributable to noncontrolling interest to Adjusted net income attributable to noncontrolling interest
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
GAAP net income attributable to noncontrolling interest $161 $136 $1,156 $1,781
Non-GAAP Adjustments 13 37
Adjusted net income attributable to noncontrolling interest $161 $149 $1,156 $1,818

Table 6 - Reconciliation of GAAP net income attributable to Steve Madden, Ltd. to Adjusted net income attributable to Steve Madden, Ltd.
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
GAAP net income attributable to Steven Madden, Ltd. $31,791 $65,987 $216,061 $190,678
Non-GAAP Adjustments 1,897 4,433 2,232 13,004
Adjusted net income attributable to Steven Madden, Ltd. $33,688 $70,420 $218,293 $203,682
GAAP diluted income per share $0.42 $0.81 $2.77 $2.34
Adjusted diluted income per share $0.44 $0.87 $2.80 $2.50

Non-GAAP Adjustments include the items below.

For the fourth quarter 2022:

For the fourth quarter 2021:

For the full year 2022:

For the full year 2021:

Contact

Steven Madden, Ltd.VP of Corporate Development & Investor RelationsDanielle McCoy718-308-2611[email protected]

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