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Vera Bradley (VRA) – Reports Fourth Quarter Results

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Friday, March 15, 2024

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

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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4QFY24. Revenue totaled $133.3 million, compared to $147.1 million in 4Q23, and below our estimate of $137 million. Gross margin improved to 52.3% from 40.8%. Reported net loss of $1.9 million, or $0.06/sh, compared to a net loss of $28.2 million, or $0.91/sh in 4Q22. Adjusted EPS was $0.11 versus a net loss of $0.03/sh last year. This year’s extra week added approximately $6 million to quarterly revenue and EPS by $0.01/sh. We had forecasted net income of $5 million, or $0.16/sh.

New Day. Project New Day launches in mid-July and is the first manifestation of the work under Project Restoration. New Day is a full pivot from where Vera Bradley is today. It includes, among other things, the reveal of a new and elevated full line branding and marketing, product store design, and website design.


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Vera Bradley (VRA) – Second Quarter Results Reported; Raising Price Target

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

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

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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2QFY24. Net revenue of $128.2 million, compared to $130.4 million in 2Q23, below our and consensus estimates of $132 million and $130.90 million, respectively. Net income of $9.3 million, or $0.30/sh ($0.33/sh adjusted) compared to a loss of $29.8 million, or a loss of $0.95/sh (adjusted EPS of $0.08). We had forecasted net income of $3.4 million, or $0.11/sh.

Programs Impacting Bottom Line. While Vera Bradley has yet to see overall positive revenue increases, actions taken by management and the elimination of the post COVID operating environment are positively impacting margins and the bottom line. 2Q24 gross margin improved to 56.2% from an adjusted 52.0% last year, while SG&A as a percentage of revenue fell to 45.5% versus 49.1%, both adjusted for one-time items.


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Vera Bradley (VRA) – The Transformation Has Begun

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Thursday, June 08, 2023

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

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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1QFY24 Revenue Light. Net revenue of $94.4 million was below our and consensus estimates of $99 million and $99.7 million, respectively. The revenue miss was driven by some traffic weakness at factory stores during March, although subsequent months have shown improvement. However, Pura Vida showed its first y-o-y sales improvement in five quarters, while Vera Bradley full line and e-comm produced solid results.

But Margins Improved. Gross margin expanded 150 basis points to 54.8% reflecting lower freight costs and inventory sell through while SG&A fell to 58.9% of revenue from 60.3% (both non-GAAP) last year reflecting strong cost control. GAAP EPS loss was $0.15, while adjusted EPS loss was $0.09, compared to EPS loss of $0.21 and $0.18, respectively, in 1QFY23, and our $0.19 EPS loss estimate.


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Vera Bradley (VRA) – Additional Corporate Reorganization and Cost Reduction Plans

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

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

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Placing Her Stamp. Vera Bradley CEO Jackie Ardrey announced additional corporate organizational changes as well as targeting $12 million of incremental cost reductions, the majority of which should fall to the bottom line. We view the announcement as Ms. Ardrey putting her stamp on the Company from a management perspective, while right-sizing the expense structure of the Company.

New CFO. Michael Schwindle will join Vera Bradley as CFO on May 8th. Mr. Schwindle has previously worked with CEO Ardrey. Mr. Schwindle is a 30-year retail industry veteran, including 15 years as a CFO in such firms as accessory and jewelry retailer Claire’s, Fleet Farm, Payless ShoeSource, Harry & David, and Musician’s Friend. Mr. Schwindle began his career at Deloitte & Touche LLP.


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Vera Bradley (VRA) – Showing Progress; Reports 4QFY2023 Results

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Thursday, March 09, 2023

Joe Gomes, Managing Director – Generalist Analyst, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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4QFY23 Results. Net revenue of $147.1 million came in above guidance of $136-$141 million, and our $138 million estimate. Expanded promotional activity negatively impacted adjusted gross margin, which declined 240bp y-o-y. GAAP EPS loss was $0.91, while adjusted EPS was $0.16, compared to EPS of $0.15 and $0.17, respectively, in 4QFY22, and our $0.15 estimate.

Improving Sales Trends. In the fourth quarter, sales trends at both Vera Bradley and Pura Vida improved over prior quarters, with Vera Bradley total sales down just 1% and Pura Vida sales down less than 5% on a year-over-year basis. Targeted customer retention efforts led to increased Vera Bradley e-commerce revenues, while Full-Line and Factory store revenues continued to be negatively affected by traffic levels. At Pura Vida, e-commerce trends improved over previous quarters due to strategic promotions.


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Vera Bradley (VRA) – Streamlined Leadership

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Friday, January 27, 2023

Joe Gomes, Managing Director – Generalist Analyst, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Streamlined Leadership. We had an opportunity to speak with Vera Bradley management about the recently announced streamlined corporate structure designed to drive cost savings, add more focus on marketing and merchandising, and position the Company to deliver steady top- and bottom-line growth. Ultimately, the new structure should produce annualized savings of over $2 million, on top of the $25 million of cost reductions previously identified.

Specifics. As part of the new structure, the Company eliminated the positions of Vera Bradley Brand President, Chief Creative Officer, and Chief Revenue Officer. The Company will add a position of Senior Vice President of Merchandising and Design for Vera Bradley. In addition, Alison Hiatt has joined the Company as Chief Marketing Officer to oversee digital marketing, customer data, and ecommerce. Ms. Hiatt is an accomplished consumer and marketing leader with a versatile and deep track record of success for several industry-leading brands.


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