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- **Revenue Growth**: Q3 up 2% YoY, driven by The North Face (+5%), Timberland (+5%), and Altra (+23%).
- **Margin Expansion**: Gross margin 54.5% (FY28 target), operating margin 12.1% (up 30bps YoY).
- **Debt Reduction**: Net debt down $500M YoY, leverage 3.5x (target 2.5x by FY28).
- **Vans Recovery**: E-commerce growth, new products (Super Lowpro), and cultural marketing (SZA collaboration).
- **North Face Premiumization**: High-end products like $1,100 Leather Jackets growing 10%+ in all regions.
- **Altra Potential**: $250M+ FY26, with $1B+ long-term potential.

**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- V.F. delivered a strong Q3 with total revenue up 2% YoY, exceeding internal expectations. The North Face Americas grew 15%, while Vans showed early signs of recovery with e-commerce growth after 19 quarters of decline.
- Key brand highlights:
  - **The North Face**: 5% revenue growth, 15% in Americas, double-digit growth in performance apparel and footwear.
  - **Timberland**: 5% revenue growth, 9% in Americas, strong boat shoe and transitional style sales.
  - **Altra**: 23% growth, on track for $250M+ FY26, with high ROI marketing.
  - **Vans**: -10% revenue, but e-commerce up in Americas, new product launches (e.g., Super Lowpro) showing promise.
- Financial milestones: Operating profit $341M, net debt down $60M YoY, and leverage reduction to 3.5x.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Revenue**: $2.8B (2% YoY), with The North Face +5%, Vans -10%, and Timberland +5%.
- **Margins**: Adjusted gross margin 54.5% (target for FY28), operating margin 12.1% (up 30bps YoY).
- **Cash Flow**: Free cash flow $513M, net debt down $500M YoY, with $500M debt prepayment in Feb.
- **FY26 Outlook**: Flat to +2% revenue, 54.5%+ gross margin, 6.5%+ operating margin, 3.5x leverage.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Consumer Demand**: CEO confident in Vans recovery, citing e-commerce growth and new product traction. CFO expects gross margin to hit FY28 target of 55%.
- **Vans Strategy**: Focus on DTC e-commerce, premium products (e.g., Skate Loafer), and cultural marketing (SZA collaboration).
- **North Face Premiumization**: Expanding high-end products like Leather Jackets ($1,100+), with 10%+ growth in all regions.
- **Debt Reduction**: Target 2.5x leverage by FY28, with FY26 free cash flow up YoY despite $100M tariff impact.


V.F. Corporation (VFC) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

- **$600M Dickies Sale**: Accelerates debt reduction, freeing $600M+ for shareholder returns.
- **Brand Growth**: North Face +4%, Timberland +4%, Altra +35%, Vans improving with new products.
- **Financial Strength**: Operating margin 11.8%, debt down 27%, on track for 2.5x leverage by FY28.
- **Tariff Mitigation**: 50% impact offset via pricing, full recovery by FY27.
- **Vans Turnaround**: Q3 stabilization, Q4 recovery with new product pipeline and marketing shifts.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue Performance**: Total revenue grew 2% in reported dollars (down 1% in constant dollars), driven by strong back-to-school sales and brand momentum. Operating income of $330 million exceeded guidance.
- **Dickies Divestiture**: Sold Dickies for $600 million, achieving EV/EBITDA multiple of over 20x. Proceeds will reduce debt and focus on core brands.
- **Brand Highlights**:
  - **The North Face**: 4% revenue growth across all regions, with strong performance in Performance Apparel and footwear.
  - **Timberland**: 4% growth, driven by 6-inch boot demand and expansion into new categories like boat shoes.
  - **Altra**: 35% revenue growth, targeting $250 million+ in FY26.
  - **Vans**: Down 11% (20% impact from channel rationalization), but improving with new product launches (e.g., Super Lowpro, skate loafers) and marketing shifts.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Financial Metrics**: Adjusted EPS of $0.52, operating margin of 11.8% (up 40bps YoY). Free cash flow negative $453 million (seasonal trend).
- **Tariff Mitigation**: 50% of tariff impact mitigated through pricing, with full offset expected by FY27. Q3 gross margin pressure from tariffs, improving in Q4.
- **Debt Reduction**: Net debt down 27% YoY to $4.5 billion. Targeting 2.5x leverage by FY28, accelerated by Dickies sale.
- **Q3 Outlook**: Revenue down 1-3% (constant dollars), operating income $275-305 million. Vans expected to stabilize in Q4 post-channel rationalization.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Vans Recovery**: CEO confident in Sun Kim's strategy, citing strong sell-through of new products and improved digital engagement. Q3 expected to mirror Q2's high-single-digit decline (excluding channel impact).
- **Gross Margin**: CFO notes promotional discipline improving, but Q3 gross margin pressured by tariffs. Long-term target of 55%+ remains.
- **Asia Performance**: APAC down 2% due to North Face stabilization in China. Long-term growth opportunities in women's and seasonal products.
- **Debt Strategy**: CFO reaffirms ability to reach 2.5x leverage without asset sales, citing EBITDA growth and working capital improvements.

V.F. Corporation (VFC) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Revenue Resilience**: 60% of business growing vs. 10% a year ago, despite 2% YoY decline.
- **Vans Turnaround Signs**: 50% Paris Fashion Week appointments, 15% London store revenue growth, and 170K Warped Tour attendees.
- **North Face Momentum**: +5% Q1 with footwear +20%+, targeting high-single to double-digit growth.
- **Timberland Breakout**: +9% Q1 with global 6-inch boot success and lifestyle expansion.
- **Tariff Mitigation**: $60-70M FY26 impact, fully offset by FY27 pricing and sourcing actions.
- **Gross Margin Expansion**: 54.1% Q1 (up 200bps YoY), targeting 55%+ by FY28.
- **Debt Reduction**: Leverage down to 4.1x vs. 5.1x FY25, on track for 2.5x FY28.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- V.F. delivered Q1 FY26 revenue of $1.8B, down 2% YoY in constant dollars, with 60% of the business now growing compared to 10% a year ago.
- **Vans Update**: Down 15% Q1, with 40% of decline attributed to channel rationalization. Positive signs include 50% increase in Paris Fashion Week appointments and strong DTC comps in pilot stores (e.g., 15% higher revenue in London store with 35% higher ASP).
- **North Face Growth**: +5% Q1, driven by DTC and wholesale expansion, with footwear and bags up strong double digits. Targeting high-single to double-digit growth over time.
- **Timberland Momentum**: +9% Q1, with global 6-inch boot success and expanding lifestyle appeal (e.g., Met Gala and NBA Finals visibility).
- **Altra Expansion**: Up >20% Q1, on track for $250M+ FY26, with <10% U.S. awareness and global scaling potential.
- **Turnaround Progress**: $300M+ cost savings achieved, with $500-600M net operating income improvement target. Leverage reduced to 4.1x vs. 5.1x in FY25.
- **Warped Tour Success**: Sold 170K tickets in 3 locations, exceeding expectations and reigniting Vans fan engagement.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Revenue**: $1.8B (flat reported, -2% constant). Excluding Vans, +5% growth. North Face +5%, Timberland +9%.
- **Gross Margin**: 54.1% (up 200bps YoY), driven by inventory quality, lower discounts, and FX. Target 55%+ by FY28.
- **Operating Loss**: $(56M) vs. $(83M) LTM, with $50M beat to high end of guidance.
- **Tariff Impact**: $60-70M gross profit impact FY26, mitigated by pricing and sourcing. Full mitigation expected FY27.
- **Free Cash Flow**: Guidance for YoY increase, excluding non-core asset sales. FY26 leverage expected to decline.
- **Balance Sheet**: Net debt down $1.4B (-20%) YoY. ABL refinancing to enhance liquidity and flexibility.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Tariff Elasticity**: Modeling 1:1 price-to-volume elasticity, with industry-wide cost increases. Long-term gross margin target of 55%+ remains intact.
- **North Face Summer Performance**: Q1 down 3% in Americas due to early timing shifts, but excited about lifestyle apparel pipeline for fall/winter.
- **Vans Europe Progress**: London store +15% revenue vs. EMEA fleet, with 35% higher ASP. Channel rationalization actions to continue through Q3.
- **Marketing Investment**: Q2 SG&A up slightly YoY for back-to-school marketing, with focus on Vans and North Face innovation.
- **Free Cash Flow Execution**: Working capital timing impacts Q1, but confident in FY26 +YoY guidance despite $150M+ tariff headwinds.

V.F. Corporation (VFC) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Margin Triumph Despite Revenue Dip**: Q4 operating margin up 400 bps to 1%, gross margin +560 bps to 53.4%, driven by cost control and reduced promotions.
- **Vans Turnaround in Progress**: 20% YoY decline, but 60% due to strategic actions (e.g., channel closures). CEO confident in 2026H1 recovery, citing product innovation and brand elevation.
- **Tariff Resilience**: $150M annualized impact offset via cost management, sourcing shifts, and pricing. Supply chain diversification (China <2% of U.S. goods) enhances flexibility.
- **Strong Brand Momentum**: North Face DTC +9%, Timberland +13%. Back-to-school Vans products (e.g., Super Low Pro) show early success in women/youth.
- **Debt Reduction & Cash Flow Growth**: Net debt down 26% YoY. FY26 free cash flow expected to rise, supporting 2.5x leverage target.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Q4 revenue down 3% YoY, but adjusted operating income up 400 basis points to $22 million, exceeding guidance. Gross margin improved 560 basis points to 53.4% due to lower material costs, reduced promotions, and higher-quality inventory.
- Vans revenue down 20% YoY, with 60% of decline attributed to strategic actions (e.g., closing unprofitable channels, reducing inventory in China). Remaining 40% due to soft DTC traffic. CEO confident in turnaround, citing product innovation (e.g., Super Low Pro) and channel cleanup.
- Other brands: The North Face up 4% (DTC +9%), Timberland up 13% (global growth). Tariffs managed through supply chain diversification (U.S. finished goods from China <2%) and proactive cost management.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Q4 revenue $2.1B, down 3% YoY. Adjusted operating margin 1%, up 400 basis points YoY. Free cash flow $330M, down $70M YoY due to timing impacts. Net debt reduced 26% YoY to $3.8B, with leverage at 4.1x (target 2.5x by FY26).
- Tariff impact: $150M annualized (65% in FY26H2). Mitigation strategies include cost management, sourcing relocations, and strategic pricing. Expect to fully offset costs.
- Q1 FY26 guidance: Revenue down 3-5%, operating loss $110-125M. Gross margin to benefit from reduced promotions, SG&A flat/down slightly.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Vans Strategy**: CEO emphasizes long-term focus, with 60% of Q4 decline from deliberate actions. 2026H1 revenue expected to be slightly below FY25H2 due to ongoing actions. Back-to-school product rollouts (e.g., Super Low Pro) show early success in women/youth segments.
- **Tariffs**: CFO details $150M unmitigated impact, with 85% of U.S. sourcing from Vietnam, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia. Offset plans include cost management, pricing, and supply chain flexibility.
- **Free Cash Flow**: FY25 free cash flow $330M (excluding Supreme). FY26 expected to increase, driven by operating cash flow growth. No plans to cut dividend further; priority is reducing leverage below 2.5x.
- **North Face & Timberland**: Strong DTC growth (North Face +9%, Timberland +13%). Outerwear and footwear outperformance highlights brand resilience.
- **Reinvent Program**: $300M+ savings achieved, with additional $500-600M operating profit target. SG&A down 2% in Q4, expected flat/down in Q1.

V.F. Corporation (VFC) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Revenue resilience**: Q3 +2% YoY, Americas region turns positive after 2+ years
- **Cost transformation**: $300M annual savings achieved, $2B debt reduction
- **Brand momentum**: North Face +5%, Timberland +12%, Vans narrowing decline
- **Vans turnaround**: 14% value channel closure, 800+ new non-value doors, women's collaborations
- **Profitability**: Gross margin +150bps, operating margin +360bps to 11.4%
- **Leverage target**: 2.5x by FY26, free cash flow $440M
- **Q4 outlook**: Sequential improvement trend continues, but cautious on top line


**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- Q3 revenue grew 2% YoY, driven by sequential improvement across brands and regions. Key highlights include: 
  - North Face up 5%, Timberland up 12%, Vans down 8% (narrowing from Q2's 11% decline)
  - Americas region turned positive for first time in 2+ years (+2%)
  - Gross margin expanded 150bps to 56.3%, operating margin up 360bps to 11.4%
- Cost reduction initiatives on track: $300M annualized savings achieved, with $55M realized in Q3
- $2B net debt reduction vs. prior year, targeting 2.5x leverage ratio
- Vans turnaround progress: Knu Skool remains top franchise, new styles (Hylane, Upland) gaining traction
- North Face collaboration with SKIMS drove record sales

**【CFO Financial Highlights】**
- Q3 adj. EPS: $0.62 vs. $0.45 prior year
- Free cash flow guidance raised to $440M
- Q4 outlook: 
  - Revenue down 4-6% (reported basis), flat to -1% on constant dollar
  - Operating income breakeven to -$30M
  - Gross margin to benefit from lower product costs
- FY26 expectations: Sequential improvement trend to continue

**【Q&A Key Takeaways】**
- Vans strategy: 
  - 14% of global stores closed in value channel, 800+ new non-value doors opened
  - 2025 holiday collection with Satoshi & HommeGirls shows women's focus
  - Sun Kim's team to reveal more at March Investor Day
- Inventory health: 
  - Total inventory down 14% YoY
  - Vans channel inventory at healthy levels
- Supply chain: 
  - Minimal China exposure (tariff risk mitigation)
  - Integrated planning initiatives improving efficiency
- North Face momentum: 
  - SKIMS collaboration fastest-selling collection in brand history
  - Global DTC growth led by North America


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