Recent Quotes View Full List My Watchlist Create Watchlist Indicators DJI Nasdaq Composite SPX Gold Crude Oil Hydroworld Market Index Markets Stocks ETFs Tools Overview News Currencies International Treasuries Inter Parfums, Inc. Reports 2023 Fourth Quarter and Record Full Year Results By: Inter Parfums, Inc. via Business Wire February 27, 2024 at 16:15 PM EST Delivers 2023 Target EPS, Announces 20% Increase in Cash Dividend, and Affirms 2024 Guidance Inter Parfums, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: IPAR) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023. Fourth Quarter & Full Year Highlights: ($ in millions, except per share amounts) Three Months Ended December 31, Year Ended December 31, 2023 2022 % Change 2023 2022 % Change Net Sales $329 $311 6% $1,318 $1,087 21% Gross Margin 64.7% 64.4% +30 bps 63.7% 63.9% (20 bps) Operating Income $19 $23 (19%) $251 $194 29% Operating Margin 5.7% 7.5% (170 bps) 19.1% 17.9% +120 bps Net Income attributable to IP $10 $17 (37%) $153 $121 26% Diluted EPS $0.32 $0.52 (37%) $4.75 $3.78 26% At comparable foreign currency exchange rates, consolidated net sales for the three months and year ended December 31, 2023, increased 4% and 20%, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2022. Of note, the average dollar/euro exchange rate for the 2023 fourth quarter was 1.08 compared to 1.02 in the fourth quarter of 2022, while for the full year, the average dollar/euro exchange rate for 2023 was 1.08 compared to 1.05 in 2022, leading to a positive 2% foreign exchange impact for net sales for the fourth quarter and 1% for the full year. Operational Commentary Jean Madar, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Inter Parfums noted, “Ongoing demand for our brands, strong holiday season sell-through, and a dynamic fragrance market resulted in a strong 2023 fourth quarter and record full year net sales and earnings results. “Of special note, for the first time ever, each of our three largest brands generated sales in excess of $200 million. In 2023, Jimmy Choo emerged as our largest brand, growing sales by 19%, and Montblanc and Coach sales rose by 15% and 25%, respectively. “Our fourth largest brand, GUESS, grew sales by a robust 23%. With a strategically planned pipeline of innovation, the brand is well on its way to also exceed $200 million in sales in the coming years. Lastly, with growth of 21% for 2023, the fragrance sales performance of Ferragamo has remained strong and continues to present significant growth opportunity.” He continued, “Especially gratifying, all of our markets experienced excellent growth last year. North America, Europe, and Asia, our three largest markets, achieved sales gains of 22%, 21% and 17%, respectively. Our sales in the Middle East rose by 22% and Central and South America by 33%. “Travel retail and China sales did not have a meaningful effect on our sales, as they constitute a small portion of our business. We continue to believe the Chinese market and travel retail offer great promise and stand ready to make strategic investments to grow our business in China when the market opportunity aligns with market visibility.” Mr. Madar continued, “The new year is on track for continued growth as our aggressive advertising and promotion spend in the fourth quarter drove sell-through for our retail partners, enabling 2024 first half restocking orders. Initial shipments of Lacoste fragrances began in January, and Roberto Cavalli fragrances started shipping in February. Since signing both license agreements, we have curated their collections and revitalized their best sellers. We are also developing impactful omnichannel advertising and promotional campaigns to welcome back brand loyalists and attract influential fragrance enthusiasts to the newest members of our fragrance portfolio. “Following initial success with Phase 1 of our Abercrombie & Fitch Fierce roll-out in certain major markets, including Europe, Mexico, and Australia, in the final quarter of 2023, we have commenced with Phase 2 this year, further expanding into Western Europe and Latin America, and may include other flankers of the Fierce family of products. “We recently introduced the highly concentrated, four scent luxury Cashmere Collection for Donna Karan and, across our brand portfolio, we have a vibrant pipeline of new product launches in the works unveiling throughout 2024 including a new blockbuster fragrance debuting for Lacoste,” Mr. Madar concluded. Financial Commentary Michel Atwood, Chief Financial Officer of Inter Parfums pointed out, “We achieved our 2023 bottom line goal of $4.75 per diluted share despite a $3.1 million tax assessment as the result of a tax audit undergone by our majority owned French subsidiary, Interparfums SA, for the 2020 and 2021 tax years. Excluding this one-time impact, we would have delivered $4.82 per diluted share for the full year, largely beating our guidance.” Mr. Atwood continued, “Consolidated gross margin as a percentage of net sales for 2023 and 2022 was nearly identical, with higher selling prices and channel/product mix offsetting the inflation headwinds and segment mix. “SG&A as a percentage of net sales declined to 44.6% from 45.3% in 2022, largely driven by sales growth during 2023, which allowed for better absorption of fixed operating costs and favorable segment mix. While we spent $107 million in the fourth quarter, a 23% increase compared to same period in 2022, we finished the year below our advertising and promotion target of 21% of net sales, coming in at 19.7% due in part to better than expected sales. “These factors led to $251 million in operating income, a 29% increase compared to 2022, and an operating profit margin of 19%, a 120 basis-point improvement from 2022,” Mr. Atwood pointed out. “Finally, our financial position remains strong. We closed the year with $183 million in cash, cash equivalents and short term investments, and working capital of $514 million resulting in a working capital ratio of 2.6 to 1.” Reaffirms 2024 Guidance Mr. Atwood concluded, “We are a global Company operating in over 120 countries, and while the fragrance industry remains strong, and retailers finished the year with healthy inventories, the political climate both in the Middle East and throughout Eastern Europe leads us to keep our guidance unchanged due to lack of visibility. As the year unfolds and we attain greater clarity, we will revisit our guidance. At this time, we are reaffirming our 2024 guidance, which calls for net sales of $1.45 billion, resulting in earnings per diluted share of $5.15. This represents a 10% increase in net sales and an 8% increase in earnings per diluted share. “As we previously reported and included in our guidance, the Lacoste non-cash amortization expense of the acquisition cost is expected to reduce our 2024 earnings per diluted share by approximately $0.11.” Guidance assumes that the average dollar/euro exchange rate remains at current levels. Announces 20% Increase in Cash Dividend Mr. Atwood also announced, “Our Board of Directors approved a 20% increase in the annual dividend to $3.00 per share. The decisive factors motivating our board's decision include our robust financial standing, promising growth opportunities, and commitment to delivering value to our shareholders.” The next quarterly cash dividend of $0.75 per share is payable on March 29, 2024 to shareholders of record on March 15, 2024. Share Buyback Program In December 2022, our Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program for our outstanding common stock. During 2023, the Company repurchased 116,860 shares at a cost of $15.4 million. These shares are classified as treasury shares on the accompanying consolidated balance sheet. In February 2024, our Board of Directors authorized the Company to continue repurchasing up to 130,000 shares throughout 2024. Conference Call Management will conduct a conference call to discuss financial results and business developments at 11:00 am ET on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Interested parties may participate in the live call by dialing (877) 423-9820 (toll-free) or (201) 493-6749 (international). Participants are asked to dial-in approximately 10 minutes before the conference call is scheduled to begin. A live audio webcast will also be available in the “Events” tab within the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at www.interparfumsinc.com, or by clicking here. The conference call will be available for webcast replay for approximately 90 days following the live event. About Inter Parfums, Inc. Operating in the global fragrance business since 1982, Inter Parfums, Inc. produces and distributes a wide array of prestige fragrance and fragrance-related products under license agreements with brand owners. The Company manages its business in two operating segments, European based operations, through its 72% owned subsidiary, Interparfums SA, and United States based operations, through wholly owned subsidiaries in the United States and Italy. The portfolio of prestige brands includes Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, Boucheron, Coach, Donna Karan/DKNY, Emanuel Ungaro, Ferragamo, Graff, GUESS, Hollister, Jimmy Choo, Karl Lagerfeld, Kate Spade, Lacoste, MCM, Moncler, Montblanc, Oscar de la Renta, Roberto Cavalli, and Van Cleef & Arpels, whose products are distributed in over 120 countries around the world through an extensive and diverse network of distributors. Inter Parfums, Inc. is also the registered owner of several trademarks including Lanvin and Rochas. Forward-Looking Statements Statements in this release which are not historical in nature are forward-looking statements. Although we believe that our plans, intentions, and expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that such plans, intentions, or expectations will be achieved. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by forward-looking words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "should," "will," and "would," or similar words. You should not rely on forward-looking statements, because actual events or results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of a number of important factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, the risks and uncertainties discussed under the headings “Forward Looking Statements” and "Risk Factors" in Inter Parfums' annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 and the reports Inter Parfums files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Inter Parfums does not intend to and undertakes no duty to update the information contained in this press release. See Accompanying Tables INTER PARFUMS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Balance Sheets December 31, 2023, and 2022 (In thousands except share and per share data) Assets 2023 2022 Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 88,462 $ 104,713 Short-term investments 94,304 150,833 Accounts receivable, net 247,240 197,584 Inventories 371,859 289,984 Receivables, other 7,012 28,803 Other current assets 29,458 15,650 Income taxes receivable 691 157 Total current assets 839,026 787,724 Property, equipment and leasehold improvements, net 169,222 166,722 Right-of-use assets, net 28,613 27,964 Trademarks, licenses and other intangible assets, net 296,356 290,853 Deferred tax assets 14,545 11,159 Other assets 21,567 24,120 Total assets $ 1,369,329 $ 1,308,542 Liabilities and Equity Current liabilities: Loans payable - banks $ 4,420 $ -- Current portion of long-term debt 29,587 28,547 Current portion of lease liabilities 5,951 5,296 Accounts payable - trade 97,409 88,388 Accrued expenses 178,880 213,621 Income taxes payable 8,498 8,715 Total current liabilities 324,745 344,567 Long–term debt, less current portion 127,897 151,494 Lease liabilities, less current portion 24,517 24,335 Equity: Inter Parfums, Inc. shareholders’ equity: Preferred stock, $0.001 par value. Authorized 1,000,000 shares: none issued -- -- Common stock, $0.001 par value. Authorized 100,000,000 shares: outstanding, 32,004,660 and 31,967,300 shares on December 31, 2023, and 2022, respectively 32 32 Additional paid-in capital 98,565 90,186 Retained earnings 693,848 620,095 Accumulated other comprehensive loss (40,188 ) (56,056 ) Treasury stock, at cost, 9,981,665 and 9,864,805 common shares on December 31, 2023, and 2022, respectively (52,864 ) (37,475 ) Total Inter Parfums, Inc. shareholders’ equity 699,393 616,782 Noncontrolling interest 192,777 171,364 Total equity 892,170 788,146 Total liabilities and equity $ 1,369,329 $ 1,308,542 INTER PARFUMS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Statements of Income (In thousands except per share data) Three Months Ended December 31, Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2023 2022 2023 2022 Net sales $ 328,739 $ 310,788 $ 1,317,675 $ 1,086,653 Cost of sales 116,029 110,706 478,597 392,231 Gross margin 212,710 200,082 839,078 694,422 Selling, general and administrative expenses 193,830 169,122 587,696 492,370 Impairment loss -- 7,749 -- 7,749 Income from operations 18,880 23,211 251,382 194,303 Other expenses (income): Interest expense 4,223 1,010 11,253 3,599 Loss (gain) on foreign currency 2,238 4,166 1,582 1,921 Interest and investment (income) (2,308 ) (3,145 ) (10,729 ) (5,486 ) Other (income) expense (192 ) 147 (317 ) 50 3,961 2,178 1,789 84 Income before income taxes 14,919 21,033 249,593 194,219 Income taxes 6,689 4,104 61,817 43,182 Net income 8,230 16,929 187,776 151,037 Less: Net income attributable to the noncontrolling interest (2,190 ) 330 35,122 30,099 Net income attributable to Inter Parfums, Inc. $ 10,420 $ 16,599 $ 152,654 $ 120,938 Net income attributable to Inter Parfums, Inc. common shareholders: Basic $ 0.33 $ 0.52 $ 4.77 $ 3.80 Diluted $ 0.32 $ 0.52 $ 4.75 $ 3.78 Weighted average number of shares outstanding: Basic 31,977 31,893 31,994 31,859 Diluted 32,112 32,025 32,140 31,989 Dividends declared per share $ 0.625 $ 0.50 $ 2.50 $ 2.00 View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240227509694/en/Contacts Inter Parfums, Inc. Michel Atwood Chief Financial Officer (212) 983-2640 www.interparfumsinc.com or The Equity Group Inc. Karin Daly Investor Relations Counsel (212) 836-9623 / kdaly@equityny.com www.theequitygroup.com Data & News supplied by www.cloudquote.io Stock quotes supplied by Barchart Quotes delayed at least 20 minutes. By accessing this page, you agree to the following Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
Inter Parfums, Inc. Reports 2023 Fourth Quarter and Record Full Year Results By: Inter Parfums, Inc. via Business Wire February 27, 2024 at 16:15 PM EST Delivers 2023 Target EPS, Announces 20% Increase in Cash Dividend, and Affirms 2024 Guidance Inter Parfums, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: IPAR) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023. Fourth Quarter & Full Year Highlights: ($ in millions, except per share amounts) Three Months Ended December 31, Year Ended December 31, 2023 2022 % Change 2023 2022 % Change Net Sales $329 $311 6% $1,318 $1,087 21% Gross Margin 64.7% 64.4% +30 bps 63.7% 63.9% (20 bps) Operating Income $19 $23 (19%) $251 $194 29% Operating Margin 5.7% 7.5% (170 bps) 19.1% 17.9% +120 bps Net Income attributable to IP $10 $17 (37%) $153 $121 26% Diluted EPS $0.32 $0.52 (37%) $4.75 $3.78 26% At comparable foreign currency exchange rates, consolidated net sales for the three months and year ended December 31, 2023, increased 4% and 20%, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2022. Of note, the average dollar/euro exchange rate for the 2023 fourth quarter was 1.08 compared to 1.02 in the fourth quarter of 2022, while for the full year, the average dollar/euro exchange rate for 2023 was 1.08 compared to 1.05 in 2022, leading to a positive 2% foreign exchange impact for net sales for the fourth quarter and 1% for the full year. Operational Commentary Jean Madar, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Inter Parfums noted, “Ongoing demand for our brands, strong holiday season sell-through, and a dynamic fragrance market resulted in a strong 2023 fourth quarter and record full year net sales and earnings results. “Of special note, for the first time ever, each of our three largest brands generated sales in excess of $200 million. In 2023, Jimmy Choo emerged as our largest brand, growing sales by 19%, and Montblanc and Coach sales rose by 15% and 25%, respectively. “Our fourth largest brand, GUESS, grew sales by a robust 23%. With a strategically planned pipeline of innovation, the brand is well on its way to also exceed $200 million in sales in the coming years. Lastly, with growth of 21% for 2023, the fragrance sales performance of Ferragamo has remained strong and continues to present significant growth opportunity.” He continued, “Especially gratifying, all of our markets experienced excellent growth last year. North America, Europe, and Asia, our three largest markets, achieved sales gains of 22%, 21% and 17%, respectively. Our sales in the Middle East rose by 22% and Central and South America by 33%. “Travel retail and China sales did not have a meaningful effect on our sales, as they constitute a small portion of our business. We continue to believe the Chinese market and travel retail offer great promise and stand ready to make strategic investments to grow our business in China when the market opportunity aligns with market visibility.” Mr. Madar continued, “The new year is on track for continued growth as our aggressive advertising and promotion spend in the fourth quarter drove sell-through for our retail partners, enabling 2024 first half restocking orders. Initial shipments of Lacoste fragrances began in January, and Roberto Cavalli fragrances started shipping in February. Since signing both license agreements, we have curated their collections and revitalized their best sellers. We are also developing impactful omnichannel advertising and promotional campaigns to welcome back brand loyalists and attract influential fragrance enthusiasts to the newest members of our fragrance portfolio. “Following initial success with Phase 1 of our Abercrombie & Fitch Fierce roll-out in certain major markets, including Europe, Mexico, and Australia, in the final quarter of 2023, we have commenced with Phase 2 this year, further expanding into Western Europe and Latin America, and may include other flankers of the Fierce family of products. “We recently introduced the highly concentrated, four scent luxury Cashmere Collection for Donna Karan and, across our brand portfolio, we have a vibrant pipeline of new product launches in the works unveiling throughout 2024 including a new blockbuster fragrance debuting for Lacoste,” Mr. Madar concluded. Financial Commentary Michel Atwood, Chief Financial Officer of Inter Parfums pointed out, “We achieved our 2023 bottom line goal of $4.75 per diluted share despite a $3.1 million tax assessment as the result of a tax audit undergone by our majority owned French subsidiary, Interparfums SA, for the 2020 and 2021 tax years. Excluding this one-time impact, we would have delivered $4.82 per diluted share for the full year, largely beating our guidance.” Mr. Atwood continued, “Consolidated gross margin as a percentage of net sales for 2023 and 2022 was nearly identical, with higher selling prices and channel/product mix offsetting the inflation headwinds and segment mix. “SG&A as a percentage of net sales declined to 44.6% from 45.3% in 2022, largely driven by sales growth during 2023, which allowed for better absorption of fixed operating costs and favorable segment mix. While we spent $107 million in the fourth quarter, a 23% increase compared to same period in 2022, we finished the year below our advertising and promotion target of 21% of net sales, coming in at 19.7% due in part to better than expected sales. “These factors led to $251 million in operating income, a 29% increase compared to 2022, and an operating profit margin of 19%, a 120 basis-point improvement from 2022,” Mr. Atwood pointed out. “Finally, our financial position remains strong. We closed the year with $183 million in cash, cash equivalents and short term investments, and working capital of $514 million resulting in a working capital ratio of 2.6 to 1.” Reaffirms 2024 Guidance Mr. Atwood concluded, “We are a global Company operating in over 120 countries, and while the fragrance industry remains strong, and retailers finished the year with healthy inventories, the political climate both in the Middle East and throughout Eastern Europe leads us to keep our guidance unchanged due to lack of visibility. As the year unfolds and we attain greater clarity, we will revisit our guidance. At this time, we are reaffirming our 2024 guidance, which calls for net sales of $1.45 billion, resulting in earnings per diluted share of $5.15. This represents a 10% increase in net sales and an 8% increase in earnings per diluted share. “As we previously reported and included in our guidance, the Lacoste non-cash amortization expense of the acquisition cost is expected to reduce our 2024 earnings per diluted share by approximately $0.11.” Guidance assumes that the average dollar/euro exchange rate remains at current levels. Announces 20% Increase in Cash Dividend Mr. Atwood also announced, “Our Board of Directors approved a 20% increase in the annual dividend to $3.00 per share. The decisive factors motivating our board's decision include our robust financial standing, promising growth opportunities, and commitment to delivering value to our shareholders.” The next quarterly cash dividend of $0.75 per share is payable on March 29, 2024 to shareholders of record on March 15, 2024. Share Buyback Program In December 2022, our Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program for our outstanding common stock. During 2023, the Company repurchased 116,860 shares at a cost of $15.4 million. These shares are classified as treasury shares on the accompanying consolidated balance sheet. In February 2024, our Board of Directors authorized the Company to continue repurchasing up to 130,000 shares throughout 2024. Conference Call Management will conduct a conference call to discuss financial results and business developments at 11:00 am ET on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Interested parties may participate in the live call by dialing (877) 423-9820 (toll-free) or (201) 493-6749 (international). Participants are asked to dial-in approximately 10 minutes before the conference call is scheduled to begin. A live audio webcast will also be available in the “Events” tab within the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at www.interparfumsinc.com, or by clicking here. The conference call will be available for webcast replay for approximately 90 days following the live event. About Inter Parfums, Inc. Operating in the global fragrance business since 1982, Inter Parfums, Inc. produces and distributes a wide array of prestige fragrance and fragrance-related products under license agreements with brand owners. The Company manages its business in two operating segments, European based operations, through its 72% owned subsidiary, Interparfums SA, and United States based operations, through wholly owned subsidiaries in the United States and Italy. The portfolio of prestige brands includes Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, Boucheron, Coach, Donna Karan/DKNY, Emanuel Ungaro, Ferragamo, Graff, GUESS, Hollister, Jimmy Choo, Karl Lagerfeld, Kate Spade, Lacoste, MCM, Moncler, Montblanc, Oscar de la Renta, Roberto Cavalli, and Van Cleef & Arpels, whose products are distributed in over 120 countries around the world through an extensive and diverse network of distributors. Inter Parfums, Inc. is also the registered owner of several trademarks including Lanvin and Rochas. Forward-Looking Statements Statements in this release which are not historical in nature are forward-looking statements. Although we believe that our plans, intentions, and expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that such plans, intentions, or expectations will be achieved. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by forward-looking words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "should," "will," and "would," or similar words. You should not rely on forward-looking statements, because actual events or results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of a number of important factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, the risks and uncertainties discussed under the headings “Forward Looking Statements” and "Risk Factors" in Inter Parfums' annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 and the reports Inter Parfums files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Inter Parfums does not intend to and undertakes no duty to update the information contained in this press release. See Accompanying Tables INTER PARFUMS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Balance Sheets December 31, 2023, and 2022 (In thousands except share and per share data) Assets 2023 2022 Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 88,462 $ 104,713 Short-term investments 94,304 150,833 Accounts receivable, net 247,240 197,584 Inventories 371,859 289,984 Receivables, other 7,012 28,803 Other current assets 29,458 15,650 Income taxes receivable 691 157 Total current assets 839,026 787,724 Property, equipment and leasehold improvements, net 169,222 166,722 Right-of-use assets, net 28,613 27,964 Trademarks, licenses and other intangible assets, net 296,356 290,853 Deferred tax assets 14,545 11,159 Other assets 21,567 24,120 Total assets $ 1,369,329 $ 1,308,542 Liabilities and Equity Current liabilities: Loans payable - banks $ 4,420 $ -- Current portion of long-term debt 29,587 28,547 Current portion of lease liabilities 5,951 5,296 Accounts payable - trade 97,409 88,388 Accrued expenses 178,880 213,621 Income taxes payable 8,498 8,715 Total current liabilities 324,745 344,567 Long–term debt, less current portion 127,897 151,494 Lease liabilities, less current portion 24,517 24,335 Equity: Inter Parfums, Inc. shareholders’ equity: Preferred stock, $0.001 par value. Authorized 1,000,000 shares: none issued -- -- Common stock, $0.001 par value. Authorized 100,000,000 shares: outstanding, 32,004,660 and 31,967,300 shares on December 31, 2023, and 2022, respectively 32 32 Additional paid-in capital 98,565 90,186 Retained earnings 693,848 620,095 Accumulated other comprehensive loss (40,188 ) (56,056 ) Treasury stock, at cost, 9,981,665 and 9,864,805 common shares on December 31, 2023, and 2022, respectively (52,864 ) (37,475 ) Total Inter Parfums, Inc. shareholders’ equity 699,393 616,782 Noncontrolling interest 192,777 171,364 Total equity 892,170 788,146 Total liabilities and equity $ 1,369,329 $ 1,308,542 INTER PARFUMS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Statements of Income (In thousands except per share data) Three Months Ended December 31, Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2023 2022 2023 2022 Net sales $ 328,739 $ 310,788 $ 1,317,675 $ 1,086,653 Cost of sales 116,029 110,706 478,597 392,231 Gross margin 212,710 200,082 839,078 694,422 Selling, general and administrative expenses 193,830 169,122 587,696 492,370 Impairment loss -- 7,749 -- 7,749 Income from operations 18,880 23,211 251,382 194,303 Other expenses (income): Interest expense 4,223 1,010 11,253 3,599 Loss (gain) on foreign currency 2,238 4,166 1,582 1,921 Interest and investment (income) (2,308 ) (3,145 ) (10,729 ) (5,486 ) Other (income) expense (192 ) 147 (317 ) 50 3,961 2,178 1,789 84 Income before income taxes 14,919 21,033 249,593 194,219 Income taxes 6,689 4,104 61,817 43,182 Net income 8,230 16,929 187,776 151,037 Less: Net income attributable to the noncontrolling interest (2,190 ) 330 35,122 30,099 Net income attributable to Inter Parfums, Inc. $ 10,420 $ 16,599 $ 152,654 $ 120,938 Net income attributable to Inter Parfums, Inc. common shareholders: Basic $ 0.33 $ 0.52 $ 4.77 $ 3.80 Diluted $ 0.32 $ 0.52 $ 4.75 $ 3.78 Weighted average number of shares outstanding: Basic 31,977 31,893 31,994 31,859 Diluted 32,112 32,025 32,140 31,989 Dividends declared per share $ 0.625 $ 0.50 $ 2.50 $ 2.00 View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240227509694/en/Contacts Inter Parfums, Inc. Michel Atwood Chief Financial Officer (212) 983-2640 www.interparfumsinc.com or The Equity Group Inc. Karin Daly Investor Relations Counsel (212) 836-9623 / kdaly@equityny.com www.theequitygroup.com
Inter Parfums, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: IPAR) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023. Fourth Quarter & Full Year Highlights: ($ in millions, except per share amounts) Three Months Ended December 31, Year Ended December 31, 2023 2022 % Change 2023 2022 % Change Net Sales $329 $311 6% $1,318 $1,087 21% Gross Margin 64.7% 64.4% +30 bps 63.7% 63.9% (20 bps) Operating Income $19 $23 (19%) $251 $194 29% Operating Margin 5.7% 7.5% (170 bps) 19.1% 17.9% +120 bps Net Income attributable to IP $10 $17 (37%) $153 $121 26% Diluted EPS $0.32 $0.52 (37%) $4.75 $3.78 26% At comparable foreign currency exchange rates, consolidated net sales for the three months and year ended December 31, 2023, increased 4% and 20%, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2022. Of note, the average dollar/euro exchange rate for the 2023 fourth quarter was 1.08 compared to 1.02 in the fourth quarter of 2022, while for the full year, the average dollar/euro exchange rate for 2023 was 1.08 compared to 1.05 in 2022, leading to a positive 2% foreign exchange impact for net sales for the fourth quarter and 1% for the full year. Operational Commentary Jean Madar, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Inter Parfums noted, “Ongoing demand for our brands, strong holiday season sell-through, and a dynamic fragrance market resulted in a strong 2023 fourth quarter and record full year net sales and earnings results. “Of special note, for the first time ever, each of our three largest brands generated sales in excess of $200 million. In 2023, Jimmy Choo emerged as our largest brand, growing sales by 19%, and Montblanc and Coach sales rose by 15% and 25%, respectively. “Our fourth largest brand, GUESS, grew sales by a robust 23%. With a strategically planned pipeline of innovation, the brand is well on its way to also exceed $200 million in sales in the coming years. Lastly, with growth of 21% for 2023, the fragrance sales performance of Ferragamo has remained strong and continues to present significant growth opportunity.” He continued, “Especially gratifying, all of our markets experienced excellent growth last year. North America, Europe, and Asia, our three largest markets, achieved sales gains of 22%, 21% and 17%, respectively. Our sales in the Middle East rose by 22% and Central and South America by 33%. “Travel retail and China sales did not have a meaningful effect on our sales, as they constitute a small portion of our business. We continue to believe the Chinese market and travel retail offer great promise and stand ready to make strategic investments to grow our business in China when the market opportunity aligns with market visibility.” Mr. Madar continued, “The new year is on track for continued growth as our aggressive advertising and promotion spend in the fourth quarter drove sell-through for our retail partners, enabling 2024 first half restocking orders. Initial shipments of Lacoste fragrances began in January, and Roberto Cavalli fragrances started shipping in February. Since signing both license agreements, we have curated their collections and revitalized their best sellers. We are also developing impactful omnichannel advertising and promotional campaigns to welcome back brand loyalists and attract influential fragrance enthusiasts to the newest members of our fragrance portfolio. “Following initial success with Phase 1 of our Abercrombie & Fitch Fierce roll-out in certain major markets, including Europe, Mexico, and Australia, in the final quarter of 2023, we have commenced with Phase 2 this year, further expanding into Western Europe and Latin America, and may include other flankers of the Fierce family of products. “We recently introduced the highly concentrated, four scent luxury Cashmere Collection for Donna Karan and, across our brand portfolio, we have a vibrant pipeline of new product launches in the works unveiling throughout 2024 including a new blockbuster fragrance debuting for Lacoste,” Mr. Madar concluded. Financial Commentary Michel Atwood, Chief Financial Officer of Inter Parfums pointed out, “We achieved our 2023 bottom line goal of $4.75 per diluted share despite a $3.1 million tax assessment as the result of a tax audit undergone by our majority owned French subsidiary, Interparfums SA, for the 2020 and 2021 tax years. Excluding this one-time impact, we would have delivered $4.82 per diluted share for the full year, largely beating our guidance.” Mr. Atwood continued, “Consolidated gross margin as a percentage of net sales for 2023 and 2022 was nearly identical, with higher selling prices and channel/product mix offsetting the inflation headwinds and segment mix. “SG&A as a percentage of net sales declined to 44.6% from 45.3% in 2022, largely driven by sales growth during 2023, which allowed for better absorption of fixed operating costs and favorable segment mix. While we spent $107 million in the fourth quarter, a 23% increase compared to same period in 2022, we finished the year below our advertising and promotion target of 21% of net sales, coming in at 19.7% due in part to better than expected sales. “These factors led to $251 million in operating income, a 29% increase compared to 2022, and an operating profit margin of 19%, a 120 basis-point improvement from 2022,” Mr. Atwood pointed out. “Finally, our financial position remains strong. We closed the year with $183 million in cash, cash equivalents and short term investments, and working capital of $514 million resulting in a working capital ratio of 2.6 to 1.” Reaffirms 2024 Guidance Mr. Atwood concluded, “We are a global Company operating in over 120 countries, and while the fragrance industry remains strong, and retailers finished the year with healthy inventories, the political climate both in the Middle East and throughout Eastern Europe leads us to keep our guidance unchanged due to lack of visibility. As the year unfolds and we attain greater clarity, we will revisit our guidance. At this time, we are reaffirming our 2024 guidance, which calls for net sales of $1.45 billion, resulting in earnings per diluted share of $5.15. This represents a 10% increase in net sales and an 8% increase in earnings per diluted share. “As we previously reported and included in our guidance, the Lacoste non-cash amortization expense of the acquisition cost is expected to reduce our 2024 earnings per diluted share by approximately $0.11.” Guidance assumes that the average dollar/euro exchange rate remains at current levels. Announces 20% Increase in Cash Dividend Mr. Atwood also announced, “Our Board of Directors approved a 20% increase in the annual dividend to $3.00 per share. The decisive factors motivating our board's decision include our robust financial standing, promising growth opportunities, and commitment to delivering value to our shareholders.” The next quarterly cash dividend of $0.75 per share is payable on March 29, 2024 to shareholders of record on March 15, 2024. Share Buyback Program In December 2022, our Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program for our outstanding common stock. During 2023, the Company repurchased 116,860 shares at a cost of $15.4 million. These shares are classified as treasury shares on the accompanying consolidated balance sheet. In February 2024, our Board of Directors authorized the Company to continue repurchasing up to 130,000 shares throughout 2024. Conference Call Management will conduct a conference call to discuss financial results and business developments at 11:00 am ET on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Interested parties may participate in the live call by dialing (877) 423-9820 (toll-free) or (201) 493-6749 (international). Participants are asked to dial-in approximately 10 minutes before the conference call is scheduled to begin. A live audio webcast will also be available in the “Events” tab within the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at www.interparfumsinc.com, or by clicking here. The conference call will be available for webcast replay for approximately 90 days following the live event. About Inter Parfums, Inc. Operating in the global fragrance business since 1982, Inter Parfums, Inc. produces and distributes a wide array of prestige fragrance and fragrance-related products under license agreements with brand owners. The Company manages its business in two operating segments, European based operations, through its 72% owned subsidiary, Interparfums SA, and United States based operations, through wholly owned subsidiaries in the United States and Italy. The portfolio of prestige brands includes Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, Boucheron, Coach, Donna Karan/DKNY, Emanuel Ungaro, Ferragamo, Graff, GUESS, Hollister, Jimmy Choo, Karl Lagerfeld, Kate Spade, Lacoste, MCM, Moncler, Montblanc, Oscar de la Renta, Roberto Cavalli, and Van Cleef & Arpels, whose products are distributed in over 120 countries around the world through an extensive and diverse network of distributors. Inter Parfums, Inc. is also the registered owner of several trademarks including Lanvin and Rochas. Forward-Looking Statements Statements in this release which are not historical in nature are forward-looking statements. Although we believe that our plans, intentions, and expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that such plans, intentions, or expectations will be achieved. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by forward-looking words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "should," "will," and "would," or similar words. You should not rely on forward-looking statements, because actual events or results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of a number of important factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, the risks and uncertainties discussed under the headings “Forward Looking Statements” and "Risk Factors" in Inter Parfums' annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 and the reports Inter Parfums files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Inter Parfums does not intend to and undertakes no duty to update the information contained in this press release. See Accompanying Tables INTER PARFUMS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Balance Sheets December 31, 2023, and 2022 (In thousands except share and per share data) Assets 2023 2022 Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 88,462 $ 104,713 Short-term investments 94,304 150,833 Accounts receivable, net 247,240 197,584 Inventories 371,859 289,984 Receivables, other 7,012 28,803 Other current assets 29,458 15,650 Income taxes receivable 691 157 Total current assets 839,026 787,724 Property, equipment and leasehold improvements, net 169,222 166,722 Right-of-use assets, net 28,613 27,964 Trademarks, licenses and other intangible assets, net 296,356 290,853 Deferred tax assets 14,545 11,159 Other assets 21,567 24,120 Total assets $ 1,369,329 $ 1,308,542 Liabilities and Equity Current liabilities: Loans payable - banks $ 4,420 $ -- Current portion of long-term debt 29,587 28,547 Current portion of lease liabilities 5,951 5,296 Accounts payable - trade 97,409 88,388 Accrued expenses 178,880 213,621 Income taxes payable 8,498 8,715 Total current liabilities 324,745 344,567 Long–term debt, less current portion 127,897 151,494 Lease liabilities, less current portion 24,517 24,335 Equity: Inter Parfums, Inc. shareholders’ equity: Preferred stock, $0.001 par value. Authorized 1,000,000 shares: none issued -- -- Common stock, $0.001 par value. Authorized 100,000,000 shares: outstanding, 32,004,660 and 31,967,300 shares on December 31, 2023, and 2022, respectively 32 32 Additional paid-in capital 98,565 90,186 Retained earnings 693,848 620,095 Accumulated other comprehensive loss (40,188 ) (56,056 ) Treasury stock, at cost, 9,981,665 and 9,864,805 common shares on December 31, 2023, and 2022, respectively (52,864 ) (37,475 ) Total Inter Parfums, Inc. shareholders’ equity 699,393 616,782 Noncontrolling interest 192,777 171,364 Total equity 892,170 788,146 Total liabilities and equity $ 1,369,329 $ 1,308,542 INTER PARFUMS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Statements of Income (In thousands except per share data) Three Months Ended December 31, Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2023 2022 2023 2022 Net sales $ 328,739 $ 310,788 $ 1,317,675 $ 1,086,653 Cost of sales 116,029 110,706 478,597 392,231 Gross margin 212,710 200,082 839,078 694,422 Selling, general and administrative expenses 193,830 169,122 587,696 492,370 Impairment loss -- 7,749 -- 7,749 Income from operations 18,880 23,211 251,382 194,303 Other expenses (income): Interest expense 4,223 1,010 11,253 3,599 Loss (gain) on foreign currency 2,238 4,166 1,582 1,921 Interest and investment (income) (2,308 ) (3,145 ) (10,729 ) (5,486 ) Other (income) expense (192 ) 147 (317 ) 50 3,961 2,178 1,789 84 Income before income taxes 14,919 21,033 249,593 194,219 Income taxes 6,689 4,104 61,817 43,182 Net income 8,230 16,929 187,776 151,037 Less: Net income attributable to the noncontrolling interest (2,190 ) 330 35,122 30,099 Net income attributable to Inter Parfums, Inc. $ 10,420 $ 16,599 $ 152,654 $ 120,938 Net income attributable to Inter Parfums, Inc. common shareholders: Basic $ 0.33 $ 0.52 $ 4.77 $ 3.80 Diluted $ 0.32 $ 0.52 $ 4.75 $ 3.78 Weighted average number of shares outstanding: Basic 31,977 31,893 31,994 31,859 Diluted 32,112 32,025 32,140 31,989 Dividends declared per share $ 0.625 $ 0.50 $ 2.50 $ 2.00 View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240227509694/en/
Inter Parfums, Inc. Michel Atwood Chief Financial Officer (212) 983-2640 www.interparfumsinc.com or The Equity Group Inc. Karin Daly Investor Relations Counsel (212) 836-9623 / kdaly@equityny.com www.theequitygroup.com