Levi Strauss Reports Strong Q1 Results, Advances Direct-to-Consumer Strategy
The company exceeded earnings expectations, maintained its full-year forecast, and addressed tariff challenges with strategic measures.
- Levi Strauss reported Q1 revenue of $1.53 billion and adjusted earnings per share of $0.38, surpassing analyst expectations.
- The company maintained its full-year revenue and profit forecasts, excluding potential impacts from new tariffs imposed by the U.S. government.
- Levi's direct-to-consumer business accounted for 52% of global net revenues, marking significant progress in its transformation strategy.
- An internal task force has been established to mitigate tariff impacts, with plans for targeted pricing adjustments if necessary.
- The Dockers brand was reclassified as discontinued operations, with the company pursuing its sale as part of a broader operational streamlining effort.