GUESS?


Associated tags: Collection, Fashion, Retail, GES, NYSE, Department Stores

Locations: SPAIN, SWITZERLAND, ARGENTINA, SOUTH AMERICA, SIERRA, NEVADA, UNITED STATES, NORTH AMERICA, CALIFORNIA, ASIA, AMERICAS, EUROPE

Guess?, Inc. and WHP Global Complete the Acquisition of rag & bone Guess?, Inc. Announces $50 Million Expansion of its Existing Asset-Based Revolving Credit Facility

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) and global brand management firm WHP Global today announced that they have completed the previously announced acquisition of New York based fashion brand rag & bone.

Key Points: 
  • Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) and global brand management firm WHP Global today announced that they have completed the previously announced acquisition of New York based fashion brand rag & bone.
  • has contributed $57.1 million towards the purchase of rag & bone, in addition to contributions from WHP Global.
  • has entered into an agreement with the lenders of its existing $150 million asset-based revolving credit facility to increase the borrowing capacity under the facility by $50 million to a total of $200 million.
  • For additional information on the acquisition of rag & bone, please read the announcement press release here .

Guess?, Inc. Board Authorizes New $200 Million Share Repurchase Program

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Monday, April 1, 2024

Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) (the “Company”) today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a new share repurchase program of up to $200 million of the Company’s common stock.

Key Points: 
  • Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) (the “Company”) today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a new share repurchase program of up to $200 million of the Company’s common stock.
  • also separately announced today that, as part of this new program and through a convertible bond exchange transaction, it has agreed to repurchase 326,429 shares of the Company’s common stock for $10.3 million.
  • Carlos Alberini, Chief Executive Officer, commented, “Returning capital directly to our shareholders is a high priority for our Board.
  • This $200 million share repurchase authorization and the more than $10 million repurchase we have announced today reflects our confidence in the business and follows our recently announced special dividend of $2.25 per share which will be paid in early May.

Guess?, Inc. Announces Issuance of Approximately $12.1 Million of Additional 3.75% Convertible Notes Due 2028 and Retirement of Approximately $14.6 Million of Existing 2.00% Convertible Notes Due 2024

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Monday, April 1, 2024

Pursuant to the Exchange and Subscription Agreement, the Company will exchange approximately $14.6 million in aggregate principal amount of the 2024 Notes for approximately $12.1 million in aggregate principal amount of additional 3.75% convertible senior notes due 2028 (the “2028 Notes”) (collectively, the “Transactions”).

Key Points: 
  • Pursuant to the Exchange and Subscription Agreement, the Company will exchange approximately $14.6 million in aggregate principal amount of the 2024 Notes for approximately $12.1 million in aggregate principal amount of additional 3.75% convertible senior notes due 2028 (the “2028 Notes”) (collectively, the “Transactions”).
  • The 2028 Notes will have the same CUSIP number as the Existing 2028 Notes and will be issued as additional notes under the indenture governing the Existing 2028 Notes.
  • The 2028 Notes are expected to trade interchangeably with the Existing 2028 Notes immediately upon settlement and be fungible with the Existing 2028 Notes.
  • The 2028 Notes will mature on April 15, 2028, unless earlier repurchased or converted in accordance with their terms.

Guess?, Inc. Reports Fiscal Year 2024 Fourth Quarter Results

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

For the fourth quarter of the fiscal year ended February 3, 2024 (“fiscal 2024”), the Company recorded GAAP net earnings of $115.3 million, a 20% increase from $95.8 million for the same prior-year quarter.

Key Points: 
  • For the fourth quarter of the fiscal year ended February 3, 2024 (“fiscal 2024”), the Company recorded GAAP net earnings of $115.3 million, a 20% increase from $95.8 million for the same prior-year quarter.
  • The Company’s fourth quarter fiscal 2024 results included 14 weeks, while the fourth quarter of the fiscal year ended January 28, 2023 (“fiscal 2023”) results included 13 weeks.
  • For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, the Company’s adjusted net earnings were $110.8 million, a 13% increase from $98.2 million for the same prior-year quarter.
  • Total net revenue for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024 increased 9% to $891.1 million from $817.8 million in the same prior-year quarter.

Guess?, Inc. to Webcast Conference Call on Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024, which ended February 3, 2024, on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024, which ended February 3, 2024, on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.
  • The Company will webcast a conference call at 4:45 p.m. (ET) that day to discuss the results.
  • A live webcast will be accessible at www.guess.com via the “Investor Relations” link.
  • A replay of the conference will be archived on the website for 30 days.

Guess?, Inc. and WHP Global to Acquire rag & bone

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Friday, February 16, 2024

Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) and global brand management firm WHP Global today announced a definitive agreement to acquire New York-based fashion brand rag & bone.

Key Points: 
  • Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) and global brand management firm WHP Global today announced a definitive agreement to acquire New York-based fashion brand rag & bone.
  • We look forward to partnering with WHP Global to build on rag & bone’s heritage.
  • and WHP Global have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire rag & bone, under which Guess?
  • will acquire and own all the brand's operating assets and assume the related operating liabilities of the rag & bone business.

GUESS Announces Grand Re-Opening at the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

GUESS, a global leader in fashion and lifestyle, is delighted to announce the grand re-opening of its newest store at the renowned Forum Shops at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.

Key Points: 
  • GUESS, a global leader in fashion and lifestyle, is delighted to announce the grand re-opening of its newest store at the renowned Forum Shops at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.
  • The much-anticipated event took place on January 26, 2024, marking a significant moment for the brand as they expand their brick-and-mortar presence.
  • The grand re-opening signifies GUESS's dedication to providing an unparalleled shopping experience that reflects the dynamic spirit of the brand.
  • For more information, visit the GUESS store at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace or the official GUESS website.

GUESS Unveils New SS24 ADV Campaign With Georgina Rodríguez

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Monday, January 8, 2024

GUESS and Marciano are proud to announce the launch of their new SS24 ADV campaign featuring Spanish-Argentine model, influencer, and TV star, Georgina Rodríguez, who will be making a reappearance in the brand’s advertising for the second time.

Key Points: 
  • GUESS and Marciano are proud to announce the launch of their new SS24 ADV campaign featuring Spanish-Argentine model, influencer, and TV star, Georgina Rodríguez, who will be making a reappearance in the brand’s advertising for the second time.
  • This press release features multimedia.
  • Georgina Rodríguez stated: “It’s a real honor to be invited back to work on the new GUESS campaign.
  • I also admire her for her personal values and the importance she places on family.

Guess?, Inc. Announces Issuance of Approximately $64.8 Million of Additional 3.75% Convertible Notes Due 2028 and Retirement of Approximately $67.1 Million of Existing 2.00% Convertible Notes Due 2024

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Saturday, January 6, 2024

Pursuant to the Exchange and Subscription Agreements, the Company will exchange approximately $67.1 million in aggregate principal amount of the 2024 Notes for approximately $64.8 million in aggregate principal amount of additional 3.75% convertible senior notes due 2028 (the “2028 Notes”) (collectively, the “Transactions”).

Key Points: 
  • Pursuant to the Exchange and Subscription Agreements, the Company will exchange approximately $67.1 million in aggregate principal amount of the 2024 Notes for approximately $64.8 million in aggregate principal amount of additional 3.75% convertible senior notes due 2028 (the “2028 Notes”) (collectively, the “Transactions”).
  • The 2028 Notes will have the same CUSIP number as the Existing 2028 Notes and will be issued as additional notes under the indenture governing the Existing 2028 Notes.
  • The 2028 Notes are expected to trade interchangeably with the Existing 2028 Notes immediately upon settlement and be fungible with the Existing 2028 Notes.
  • The 2028 Notes will mature on April 15, 2028, unless earlier repurchased or converted in accordance with their terms.

Guess?, Inc. Announces Participation at the ICR Conference 2024

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Friday, December 29, 2023

Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) announced today that the Company will be participating in a fireside chat at the ICR Conference 2024 on Monday, January 8, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

Key Points: 
  • Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) announced today that the Company will be participating in a fireside chat at the ICR Conference 2024 on Monday, January 8, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • The Company will be represented at the conference by Markus Neubrand, Chief Financial Officer, Dennis Secor, Executive Vice President, and Fabrice Benarouche, Senior Vice President Finance, Investor Relations and Chief Accounting Officer.
  • The webcast and related presentation materials will be available for 30 days following the conference.
  • As of October 28, 2023, the Company directly operated 1,015 retail stores in the Americas, Europe and Asia.