Hugo Boss Projects Flat Sales for 2025 Amid Economic Challenges
The German fashion brand cites macroeconomic volatility and cautious consumer spending while focusing on profitability and operational efficiencies.
- Hugo Boss reported a 3% sales growth in 2024, reaching €4.31 billion, but fell short of its €5 billion target initially set for 2025.
- For 2025, the company forecasts sales to range between a 2% decline and a 2% increase, projecting €4.2 billion to €4.4 billion in revenue.
- The company aims to improve EBIT (earnings before income and taxes) by 5% to 22% in 2025, targeting €380 million to €440 million, after a 12% decline in 2024.
- Regional performance in 2024 showed 8% growth in the Americas, 3% growth in EMEA, and a 2% decline in Asia-Pacific, with China remaining a challenging market.
- Hugo Boss continues to implement cost-saving measures, such as reducing reliance on air freight and consolidating service operations, while maintaining investments in brand and digital growth.