Category: Retail and Consumer

Vince Holding Corp. (VNCE) – OVO Acquisition Establishes Multi-Brand Platform

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Friday, August 28, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

George Proost, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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A multi-brand platform expansion. On August 24, the company completed the acquisition of Drake’s October’s Very Own (OVO) operating business, including its 12 stores, e-commerce platform, wholesale relationships, employees, assets, and liabilities across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Acquisition details. OVO’s intellectual property was valued at approximately $117.6 million, with Authentic Brands Group owning 51%, Drake retaining 44%, and Vince purchasing the remaining 5% for $6 million. A portion of the proceeds from the IP sale was used to repay OVO’s debt and provide additional liquidity for its operating business, which Vince acquired for a nominal equity price of $3.


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Mortgage Rates Barely Budged During the Wildest Bond Week in Years

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Mortgage rates edged only slightly lower this week despite a genuinely dramatic stretch in the bond market that saw the 30-year Treasury yield hit its highest level since 2007. The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage came in at 6.65% through Wednesday, according to Freddie Mac data, down marginally from 6.67% a week earlier. As of Thursday, Zillow data put the 30-year fixed rate at 6.52%.

The relative calm in mortgage rates masks real volatility underneath. Long-term government bond yields briefly topped 5.3% on Tuesday, the highest level in 19 years, as markets grew increasingly anxious about inflation and the country’s expanding fiscal deficit, a move we detailed as it happened earlier this week. The following day, the Treasury announced it was doubling the size of its long-term bond buying program specifically to support prices and bring yields back down. That intervention worked in the immediate term, yields fell sharply Wednesday, before climbing again Thursday, underscoring just how unsettled this corner of the market remains.

Because most homeowners refinance or sell well before their 30-year term is actually up, mortgage rates track the 10-year Treasury yield far more closely than the 30-year. The 10-year saw comparatively smaller swings than its longer-dated counterpart this week, which is largely why mortgage rates held relatively steady even as headlines focused on the 30-year hitting a 19-year high.

That stability may prove temporary. Economists covering the housing market have cautioned that the forces driving this week’s bond market shock, elevated concern over the fiscal deficit, oil price volatility, and rising debt tied to AI infrastructure spending, have not actually gone away, they were simply papered over mechanically by the Treasury’s buyback intervention. Several housing economists have specifically warned that mortgage rates are unlikely to fall meaningfully in the weeks ahead and could even drift higher, a genuinely difficult setup heading into a stretch of the year that has traditionally favored buyers.

For investors tracking the small cap space, this dynamic extends well beyond individual homebuyers. The same structural forces keeping a floor under mortgage rates, deficit concerns, energy price volatility, and the sheer scale of debt now being issued to fund AI infrastructure buildouts, are the identical pressures keeping borrowing costs elevated for smaller, more leveraged companies. Small and microcap businesses carry disproportionately more variable-rate debt than large cap peers, and a bond market that requires direct Treasury intervention just to stabilize, rather than genuinely ease, is not the kind of environment that delivers meaningful relief to smaller companies’ cost of capital anytime soon. Investors should treat this week’s mortgage rate stability as a temporary, mechanically induced calm rather than evidence that the broader rate pressure weighing on small caps has actually resolved.

Xcel Brands (XELB) – Commercialization Advances: Building Toward a Second-Half Revenue Inflection

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Monday, August 17, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Q2 results were softer than expected, largely due to timing. Revenue was approximately $1.1 million, compared with $1.3 million in the prior-year period, reflecting the Judith Ripka divestiture and delays associated with QVC’s bankruptcy and vendor-credit issues. Importantly, the QVC-related disruptions appear to have largely been resolved.

Commercialization remains the key story as the creator portfolio moves into the market. With the portfolio’s social media reach having expanded from roughly 5 million to more than 46 million followers, we believe the company has assembled a compelling audience from which to build consumer brands. The next several quarters should provide evidence regarding Xcel’s ability to convert that audience into sustainable royalty revenue.


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Xcel Brands (XELB) – Creator-Commerce Strategy Advances Despite Slower Revenue Ramp

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Friday, August 14, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Q2 results reflect a slower-than-anticipated revenue ramp, but underlying operating trends improved. Second quarter revenue of $1.1 million was below our $1.8 million estimate, largely reflecting the timing of the company’s creator-led brand commercialization and the divestiture of Judith Ripka. Importantly, adjusted EBITDA improved sequentially to a loss of $479,000 from roughly $700,000 in Q1, representing a 32% improvement, as illustrated in Figure #1 Q2 Results. 

Creator-led brands begin to contribute; commercialization remains the key catalyst. Management attributed the improved adjusted EBITDA performance in part to product launches from two of its new influencer-led brands. We believe Xcel is transitioning from the investment and incubation phase of its transformation toward commercialization, with Jenny Martinez, Gemma Stafford, Cesar Millan, Coco Rocha, Christie Brinkley, and Longaberger providing multiple opportunities to expand product categories and distribution.


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ONE Group Hospitality (STKS) – Implementing the Asset Light Strategy

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Thursday, August 06, 2026

Joe Gomes, CFA, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Overview. The ONE Group Hospitality’s second quarter 2026 results underscore the momentum the Company is building across the portfolio, driven by the continued strength of the Company’s Vibe Dining brands. Consolidated comparable sales were positive, with positive transaction growth across all segments. Quarterly margin performance was strong, with the consolidated margin expanding 110 basis points to 16.4%.

2Q26 Results. ONE Group reported 2Q26 revenue of $200.5 million, down 3.3% from $207.4 million for the same quarter last year. The decrease was primarily attributable to the closed grill concept restaurants, partially offset by an increase in comparable restaurant sales and sales from new restaurants opened since July 2025. Adjusted EBITDA attributable to ONE Group was $21.1 million in 2Q26 compared to $23.4 million in 2Q25, a decrease of 9.7%, primarily due to increased investment in marketing during the quarter and an increase in general and administrative expenses, excluding stock-based compensation.


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Superior Group of Companies (SGC) – Branded Products Powers Earnings Growth

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Wednesday, August 05, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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An impressive earnings beat. Q2 revenue increased 2.6% to $147.8 million, while adjusted EBITDA rose 26.6% to $7.7 million and adjusted EPS more than doubled to $0.21. The results beat our estimates of $143.8 million, $6.5 million, and $0.08 per share, respectively. 

Branded Products powers the recovery. Revenue advanced 6.2%, and segment EBITDA increased 24.9% to $11.2 million, supported by a favorable customer mix, improved sourcing, and growing volumes from existing customers. Management indicated that the segment has favorable operating momentum into the second half. 


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Consumer Sentiment Rose in July Even as Gas Prices Climbed Back Above $4

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American consumers grew more optimistic in July, even as the war with Iran appeared to widen and gasoline prices climbed back above $4 a gallon. The University of Michigan’s final assessment of consumer sentiment for the month showed the headline index climbed nearly 12% from June’s level to 55.2, slightly above the already elevated preliminary reading of 54.4 released earlier in the month.

That improvement comes with an important caveat. Sentiment remains 11% below where it stood a year ago, reflecting what the survey’s director described as a generally somber view of the economy shaped by five years of elevated inflation and persistently high prices. Consumers appear to be focused primarily on pocketbook concerns like purchasing power, with political and military developments registering as more of a background concern than a driver of sentiment itself.

Two Surveys, Two Different Signals

The improvement in the University of Michigan reading stands in contrast to a separate measure of consumer attitudes. The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index actually slid in July, with respondents citing higher gas and grocery prices as a concern even as mentions of geopolitical tension declined. The divergence between the two surveys underscores how sensitive consumer sentiment has become to specific, tangible cost pressures rather than broader macro or political narratives.

The Inflation Backdrop

The sentiment data arrives alongside a genuinely mixed set of economic signals. June consumer prices grew 3.5% year over year, with average hourly earnings gains just barely keeping pace even as inflation cooled modestly from its apparent peak in May. The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge, the Personal Consumption Expenditures index, showed a similar pattern, slower price growth in June compared to the prior month, but still elevated relative to the Fed’s target.

Separately, data released this week showed second quarter economic growth came in slower than expected. Notably, consumer spending itself remained strong even as overall GDP growth decelerated, a combination that suggests households are continuing to spend despite feeling squeezed by prices, rather than pulling back broadly.

Why This Matters for Small Cap Investors

For companies operating below the $2 billion market cap threshold, this data presents a genuinely nuanced picture rather than a clean bullish or bearish signal. Rising sentiment alongside continued strong consumer spending is a constructive combination for consumer-facing small caps in retail, restaurants, and discretionary goods, even if that sentiment remains historically depressed and gas prices continue pressuring household budgets.

The divergence between the University of Michigan and Conference Board surveys is also worth watching closely in the months ahead. If the softer Conference Board reading proves to be the more accurate leading indicator, consumer-facing small caps could see demand soften even as broader sentiment metrics suggest improvement. If the University of Michigan’s more optimistic reading holds, it would support the case that consumers are adapting to a higher cost environment rather than retreating from it entirely, a distinction that matters considerably for companies planning inventory, staffing, and pricing strategy heading into the back half of the year.

Perfect (PERF) – Fundamentals Overshadowed by Pending Buyout

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Another quarter of improving profitability. Revenue remained stable while higher gross margins and disciplined expense management drove another quarter of improving earnings quality.

AI SaaS model continues to scale. Gross margins remained above 80%, demonstrating the attractive economics of the company’s subscription-driven AI platform and expanding operating leverage.


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June’s Cool CPI Print Sends Treasuries Rallying and Fed Hike Odds Tumbling

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Consumer prices came in far cooler than expected in June, and markets reacted fast. Treasury yields dropped sharply and bets on a July interest rate hike nearly evaporated.

The Consumer Price Index fell 0.4% from May to June, the largest single-month decline since April 2020. On an annual basis, inflation eased to 3.5%. Both figures beat expectations by a wide margin, with forecasts calling for just a 0.1% monthly decline and a 3.8% annual reading.

Falling energy prices did much of the work, as drivers saw real relief at the pump. That’s a sharp reversal from May, when a temporary spike in gas prices tied to conflict in the Middle East had pushed inflation higher.

Core inflation, which strips out volatile food and energy prices, also came in soft. Core prices were flat month-over-month and up 2.6% year-over-year, again below expectations that had priced in a 0.2% monthly gain driven by higher travel and electronics costs.

Bond traders repriced their outlook almost immediately. The two-year Treasury yield, the maturity most sensitive to near-term Fed policy, fell as much as 14 basis points to 4.14%, on pace for its biggest one-day drop since February. Rate-hike expectations for the July Fed meeting, as measured by the swaps market, collapsed from around 40% probability before the report to roughly 20% after.

Market watchers are describing the report as a broad, downside surprise. Fear of a hot print had been building heading into the release, so the miss is being read as bond-friendly and likely to help steepen the yield curve. The growing consensus is that the Fed holds steady rather than moves on rates this month.

The timing is notable. The report landed just a day before the Fed chair is set to testify before Congress for the first time in his role, with inflation expected to be a central topic. Prepared remarks released ahead of the hearing struck a hawkish tone, emphasizing zero tolerance for persistently high inflation. It’ll be worth watching whether that tone shifts now that the data has moved in the Fed’s favor.

The CPI release also landed alongside a strong batch of bank earnings, with results pointing to a resilient underlying economy even as price pressures ease. That combination matters: a slowdown in inflation paired with weak growth would raise questions about the economy’s health, but paired with solid earnings, it reads instead as a sign that price pressures are normalizing without derailing activity.

It’s also a meaningful shift in narrative after a rough spring. May’s inflation report ran hot, largely because of an energy price spike tied to geopolitical tension, and it left markets bracing for a similarly uncomfortable June number. Instead, energy prices reversed course and gave consumers breathing room, which shows up clearly in both the headline and core figures.

For everyday spending, this kind of pullback tends to show up first at the pump and then gradually filters into other categories, though the core reading suggests broader price pressures outside food and energy are still holding fairly steady rather than reversing outright.

Put together, cooler inflation paired with solid earnings is often the combination markets like best — it eases pressure on the Fed without signaling economic weakness. With rate-hike odds falling and yields pulling back, the setup looks constructive for both bonds and rate-sensitive stocks heading into this week’s testimony and the rest of earnings season. Investors will likely be watching upcoming data closely to see whether June’s cooldown holds or proves to be a one-month blip.

Release – Xcel Brands Announces Licensing Agreement and Launch of a Home Decor Collection with J.Queen and Tower Hill by Christie Brinkley

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NEW YORK, July 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Xcel Brands, Inc. today announced a collaboration between its Tower Hill by Christie Brinkley brand and J.Queen New York, creating a new luxury bedding and home decor collection inspired by timeless elegance, comfort, and sophisticated living.

The collection blends the signature lifestyle aesthetic of Tower Hill by Christie Brinkley with J.Queen New York’s expertise in luxury textiles and home decor. Drawing inspiration from Christie Brinkley’s love of beautiful interiors, entertaining, and creating welcoming spaces, the collection will feature premium bedding ensembles, decorative pillows, throws, and home accents designed to elevate everyday living. The collection blends refined details, premium materials, and versatile designs that embody comfort, elegance, and livable luxury.

“This collaboration represents an exciting opportunity to expand the Tower Hill by Christie Brinkley brand into the home furnishings category with a best-in-class partner,” said Robert D’Loren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Xcel Brands. “Christie’s impeccable taste and lifestyle vision align perfectly with J.Queen New York’s reputation for quality and craftsmanship. Together, we have created a collection that we believe will resonate with consumers seeking timeless luxury for their homes.”

“My Tower Hill Collection has always been inspired by my home in Bridgehampton, a place I’ve filled over the years with beautiful things I’ve collected from modeling assignments and adventures all over the world, objects and textiles that conjure memories shared with family and friends from faraway places. With this home collection, I wanted to bring our customer the same sense of warmth, and whimsy through unexpected pairings that are both effortlessly elegant and fun!” said Christie Brinkley. “Partnering with J. Queen New York has been a wonderful opportunity to combine timeless style, thoughtful details, and exceptional craftsmanship to help people create spaces they love coming home to.”

“Our new partnership with Tower Hill by Christie Brinkley marks an exciting new chapter for J. Queen New York,” said Julie Brady, Founder and Owner of J. Queen New York. “This partnership allows us to continue growing our business, while staying true to the quality, design and values that have always defined our company. We look forward to the future with Christie and the Xcel Brands team.”

About Xcel Brands

Xcel Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: XELB) is a media and consumer products company engaged in the design, licensing, marketing, live streaming, and social commerce sales of branded apparel, footwear, accessories, fine jewelry, home goods, pet products and other consumer products, and the acquisition of dynamic consumer lifestyle brands. Xcel was founded in 2011 with a vision to reimagine shopping, entertainment, and social media as social commerce. Xcel is an industry leader in developing influencer led brands and owns the Halston and C. Wonder brands, as well as the co-branded influencer led brands Tower Hill by Christie Brinkley, Trust. Respect. Love by Cesar Millan, GemmaMade by Gemma Stafford and OFF/DUTY by Coco Rocha brand and holds a long-term license agreement in Mesa Mia by Jenny Martinez. Xcel also owns and manages the Longaberger by Shannon Doherty brand through its controlling interest in Longaberger Licensing, LLC. Xcel is pioneering a modern consumer products sales strategy which includes the promotion and sale of products under its brands through interactive television, digital live-stream shopping, social commerce, brick-and-mortar retailers, and e-commerce channels to be everywhere its customers’ shop. The company’s previously owned and current brands have generated more than $5 billion in retail sales via livestreaming in interactive television and digital channels alone and has over 20,000 hours of content production time in live-stream and social commerce. The brand portfolio reaches more than 46 million social media followers with broadcast reaching 200 million households. Headquartered in New York City, Xcel Brands is led by an executive team with significant live streaming, production, merchandising, design, marketing, retailing, and licensing experience, and a proven track record of success in elevating branded consumer products companies. For more information, visit www.xcelbrands.com.

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About Christie Brinkley

Christie Brinkley is a legendary supermodel, actress, best-selling author, and entrepreneur whose multi-decade career is built on timeless elegance, resilience, and business savvy. Christie redefined longevity in the beauty and entertainment industries. She made history as the first model to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated for three consecutive years. Her memoir, “Uptown Girl,” became a New York Times bestseller and chronicles her journey from childhood to supermodel fame and beyond. In addition to her modeling accomplishments, Christie is a successful businesswoman with a lifestyle and apparel collection called Tower Hill, as well as an organic Prosecco and zero-sugar wine line named Bellissima from Treviso, Italy. Christie made her Broadway debut as the merry murderess Roxie Heart in the Tony Award-winning musical “Chicago.” She also performed in London’s prestigious West End and headlined with The National Touring Company of “Chicago.” Christie is the recipient of numerous humanitarian awards; she has served as a long-term Goodwill Ambassador for Smile Train and has been honored for her efforts to protect health and the environment. Christie is the mother of three: Alexa Ray, Jack Paris, and Sailor Lee.

About J.Queen New York

J.Queen New York is a leading designer and manufacturer of luxury bedding, decorative accessories, and home furnishings, recognized for its exceptional craftsmanship, premium materials, and sophisticated designs.

Lands’ End Announces CEO Transition, Positioning Company for Next Phase of Growth

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Consumer Brand and Digital Transformation Executive Charlie Cole Named Chief Executive Officer

Andrew McLean to Transition to Advisory Role to Support Smooth Transition

DODGEVILLE, Wis., June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lands’ End, Inc. (NASDAQ: LE) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed consumer brand and digital transformation executive Charlie Cole as Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors, effective July 13, 2026. Mr. Cole will succeed Andrew McLean, who will step down as CEO and a member of the Board of Directors.

Mr. Cole’s appointment builds on the strong execution of the Company’s solutions-based strategy under Mr. McLean that strengthened the Lands’ End brand, improved operating performance, repositioned the Company for long-term growth, and culminated in the Company’s strategic joint venture with WHP Global.

“Our responsibility as a Board is to ensure Lands’ End has the right leader for every stage of its evolution,” said Josephine Linden, Chair of the Board of Directors. “Charlie has spent his career transforming iconic consumer brands by combining disciplined operating execution with technology-enabled innovation, and the Board is confident that his expertise will enable him to execute and expand on the strategy the Company recently laid out while positioning Lands’ End exceptionally well to drive the next phase of profitable growth and sustainable shareholder value creation.”

Mr. Cole said, “Lands’ End is one of America’s most iconic brands, built on quality, service, and enduring customer relationships. Andrew and the entire team have created a strong platform for the future, and I am honored to build upon that foundation, leveraging my technology and AI experience to create an even more personalized, engaging and productive customer experience. I look forward to working alongside Lands’ End’s talented employees, partners, customers and shareholders as we write the next chapter of the Lands’ End story.”

Mrs. Linden added: “On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Andrew for his outstanding leadership. During his tenure, Lands’ End executed a strategic transformation that strengthened both the business and the balance sheet and created meaningful opportunities for future value creation. Andrew’s leadership in establishing the WHP Global joint venture represents a significant milestone in unlocking the long-term potential of the Lands’ End brand. We are grateful that he will continue supporting the Company during this transition.”

“The continued return of capital to shareholders through the Company’s $100 million share repurchase program authorized in April is demonstration of the Board’s confidence in the future and value of this great Company,” concluded Mrs. Linden.

Mr. McLean said: “It has been a privilege to lead Lands’ End and work alongside such an exceptional team. Together we strengthened the brand, improved our operating performance, expanded strategic opportunities, and positioned the Company for its next phase of growth. I have tremendous confidence in Charlie’s leadership and believe Lands’ End is well positioned to continue creating value for customers, employees and shareholders. I remain committed to ensuring a smooth transition.”

The Board retained leading executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles to assist in its search.

Charlie Cole Biography

Charlie Cole is a consumer brand executive with more than two decades of leadership experience spanning digital commerce, technology, artificial intelligence and omnichannel retail. Most recently, he served as Interim Chief Digital Officer of Thuma. Previously, he was President of XGen AI, an AI-powered commerce software company acquired by Zoovu in 2026, Chief Executive Officer of Tribute Technology, Chief Executive Officer of FTD, Chief Digital Officer of TUMI, and Global Chief eCommerce Officer of Samsonite. Throughout his career, Mr. Cole has helped iconic consumer brands accelerate growth through customer-centric innovation, digital transformation and operational excellence. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Washington.

About Lands’ End, Inc.

Lands’ End, Inc. (NASDAQ:LE) is a leading digital retailer of solution-based apparel, swimwear, outerwear, accessories, footwear, home products and uniforms. Lands’ End offers products online at www.landsend.com, through third-party distribution channels and our own Company Operated stores. Lands’ End also offers products to businesses and schools, for their employees and students, through the Outfitters distribution channel. Lands’ End is a classic American lifestyle brand that creates solutions for life’s every journey.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including statements regarding positioning the Company for growth and value; the expected timing and effect of the CEO transition and the appointment of Mr. Cole; the Board ensuring future leadership; confidence in executing and expanding strategy, building on the Company’s platform, improved customer experience and the Company’s next chapter; the long-term potential of the Lands’ End brand;  the share repurchase program and its anticipated scale and impact; and the future value of the Company. Forward-looking statements are based on beliefs and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties. If one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or if the underlying beliefs and assumptions prove to be incorrect, actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by a forward-looking statement. These risks and uncertainties include those risks, uncertainties and factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 30, 2026 and “Part II, Item 1A Risk Factors” of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended May 1, 2026. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws and regulations.

CONTACTS:

Investors:
Lands’ End, Inc.
Bernard McCracken
Chief Financial Officer
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ICR, Inc.
Tom Filandro
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Media:
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Xcel Brands (XELB) – The Transformation Takes Shape

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Thursday, June 25, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Jacob Mutchler, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Commercialization phase begins. Following several years of portfolio repositioning and infrastructure investment, Xcel has begun commercializing its next generation of creator-led brands, marking a transition from strategy development to revenue execution.

Creator-commerce platform differentiates the investment story. Unlike traditional consumer products companies, Xcel leverages established creators with highly engaged audiences to develop brands across Fashion, Food & Beverage, Pet, and Home, creating an asset-light, royalty-driven business model with meaningful operating leverage.


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Lands’ End (LE) – Multiple Paths to Value Creation

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Thursday, June 18, 2026

Michael Kupinski, Director of Research, Equity Research Analyst, Digital, Media & Technology , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Jacob Mutchler, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Initiating coverage. The transformational WHP Global partnership unlocks hidden brand value by monetizing the Lands’ End intellectual property portfolio, eliminating significant balance-sheet risk, and providing access to WHP’s global licensing platform. In our view, the market is underappreciating the long-term earnings potential from licensing expansion and future profit-sharing opportunities.

A significantly strengthened balance sheet. Lands’ End fully repaid its $234 million term loan, reduced annual interest expense by more than $30 million, and provided substantial financial flexibility. The company now has the capacity to reinvest in growth initiatives while executing its recently authorized $100 million share repurchase program.


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