Foot Locker Inc. (FL) reports earnings

The report was filed on March 27, 2025

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Foot Locker Inc. (FL-5.17%) has submitted its annual report on Form 10-K filing for the fiscal year ended February 1, 2025.

The filing reports a decrease in sales to $7,971 million from $8,154 million in the previous year, a decline attributed to strategic store closures and macroeconomic challenges.

Comparable sales increased by 1.4% with the direct-to-customers channel showing a 6.2% increase, while store sales increased by 0.4%.

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Gross margin improved to 28.9% from 27.7% in the previous year, driven by decreased promotions and occupancy rate leverage.

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Selling, general, and administrative expenses increased to $1,920 million from $1,852 million, primarily due to investments in technology and brand building.

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Net income attributable to Foot Locker Inc. was $12 million, compared to a loss of $330 million in the previous year.

Cash and cash equivalents at year-end were $401 million, up from $297 million the previous year, with free cash flow generation of $105 million.

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The company recorded impairment and other charges totaling $97 million, including costs related to store closures and the relocation of its headquarters.

Foot Locker continues to focus on its omni-channel capabilities, with plans for further expansion of its FLX Rewards loyalty program and the opening of new 'Reimagined' concept stores.

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The filing also highlights the company's dependence on key suppliers, with 59% of merchandise purchased from Nike, Inc. in 2024.

Foot Locker's credit facility remains at $600 million, with no borrowings outstanding as of February 1, 2025.

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This content was summarized by generative artificial intelligence using public filings retrieved from SEC.gov. The original data was derived from the Foot Locker Inc. annual 10-K report dated March 27, 2025. To report an error, please email earnings@qz.com.