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Duluth Holdings Q1 net loss narrows to $10M; gross margin expands 540 bps; raises FY EBITDA guidance
DULUTH HOLDINGS INC.
- Net loss improved to $10.0M from $15.3M YoY; adjusted EPS loss of $0.20.
- Gross margin expanded 540 bps to 57.4% on reduced promotions and sourcing savings.
- Net sales down 4.0% to $98.6M; direct-to-consumer -8.7%, retail stores +3.3%.
- Inventory reduced 24.8% vs. prior year; net liquidity ~$100M.
- FY2026 Adj. EBITDA guidance raised to $28M-$32M (from $26M-$30M); net sales affirmed at $540M-$560M.