Zumiez shares surge 13.72% after-hours after Q3 earnings, revenue beat estimates and strong sales growth.

Zumiez Inc. (NASDAQ: ZUMZ) surged 13.72% in after-hours trading following the release of its fiscal 2025 third-quarter results, which exceeded expectations across key metrics. The company reported net sales of $239.1 million, a 7.5% year-on-year increase, with comparable sales rising 7.6%, driven by 10.0% growth in North America. Earnings per share (EPS) jumped to $0.55 from $0.06, including a $0.09 boost from discrete tax items. Strong gross margin expansion, disciplined expense management, and robust holiday sales (6.6% fourth-quarter-to-date comparable sales growth) further bolstered confidence. Management provided optimistic Q4 guidance, projecting $291–$296 million in sales and EPS of $0.97–$1.07, reflecting improved operating margins and a solid finish to fiscal 2025. The results validated management’s strategic focus on brand and product improvements, resonating with investors ahead of the holiday season.