Five Below, Inc. (NASDAQ: FIVE) Q1 2025 Earnings Call | 6/4/2025

Описание: Five Below, Inc. (NASDAQ: FIVE) reported Q1 2025 results on June 4, 2025, delivering robust growth and surpassing analyst expectations. Net sales rose 19.5% year-over-year to $970.5 million, driven by a 7.1% increase in comparable sales and strong performance from new stores. The company opened 55 new locations in the quarter, bringing its total store count to 1,826 across 44 states—a 13.8% increase over last year.

Adjusted diluted earnings per share climbed to $0.86, up 43% from $0.60 a year ago and beating consensus estimates by $0.20. Adjusted net income reached $47.5 million, compared to $33.0 million in Q1 2024. Adjusted operating income increased to $59.6 million, with adjusted operating margin expanding by 140 basis points to 6.1%. Gross margin improved to 33.8%, reflecting better inventory health and fixed cost leverage on strong sales.

Five Below ended the quarter with $624 million in cash and no debt, maintaining a healthy balance sheet. Inventory per store decreased 2% year-over-year, supporting efficient operations as the company prepares for the second half of the year.

Looking ahead, Five Below raised its full-year 2025 sales guidance to $4.33–$4.42 billion and increased the low end of its EPS range, citing continued momentum and confidence in its customer-centric strategy. For Q2, the company expects revenue of $975–$995 million and adjusted EPS of $0.50–$0.62.

A notable leadership change was also announced: CFO Kristy Chipman will step down for personal reasons, with COO Ken Bull serving as interim CFO during the search for a successor.

CEO Winnie Park emphasized the effectiveness of Five Below’s strategy—focused on trend-right product, extreme value, and a fun store experience—while highlighting the company’s ability to execute and adapt amid tariff and macroeconomic uncertainty.

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