Home décor retailer Gordmans sales up 10.2% in FY'13

Fourth Quarter Highlights
- Net sales increased 9.4% to $202.5 million compared to $185.1 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal -2011.
- Diluted earnings per share were $0.41, which exceeded revised guidance of $0.35 - $0.37.

Fiscal Year 2012 Highlights
- Net sales increased 10.2% to $607.7 million compared to $551.5 million in fiscal year 2011.
- Nine new stores were opened in 4 new markets and 2 new states in fiscal 2012, a 12% expansion in the store base.

Fourth Quarter Financial Results

Net sales for the fourteen weeks ended February 2, 2013 increased 9.4% to $202.5 million from $185.1 million for the thirteen weeks ended January 28, 2012. Comparable store sales for the thirteen week period ended January 26, 2013 fell by 4.1% versus a 2.1% comparable store sales increase for the thirteen week period ended January 28, 2012.

Gross profit increased 5.5% to $78.4 million, or 38.7% of net sales, from $74.3 million, or 40.1% of net sales, in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011. Selling, general and administrative expenses were $65.6 million, or 32.4% of net sales, compared to $58.0 million, or 31.3% of net sales, in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011.

Net income for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012 was $7.9 million, or $0.41 per diluted share, compared to net income of $10.2 million, or $0.53 per diluted share in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011.

Fiscal Year 2012 Financial Results

Net sales for the fifty-three weeks ended February 2, 2013 increased 10.2% to $607.7 million from $551.5 million for the fifty-two weeks ended January 28, 2012. Comparable store sales for the fifty-two week period ended January 26, 2013 decreased by 0.7%.

Gross profit increased by 9.4% to $264.8 million, or 43.6% of net sales, from $242.0 million, or 43.9% of net sales, in the prior year. Selling, general and administrative costs were $226.7 million, or 37.3% of net sales, compared to $201.1 million, or 36.5% of net sales, in the prior year.

Net income decreased by 6.5% to $23.5 million, or $1.21 per diluted share, compared to net income of $25.2 million, or $1.30 per diluted share in fiscal 2011.

About Gordmans Stores, Inc.

Gordmans  features a large selection of the latest name brands, fashions and styles at up to 60 percent off department and specialty store prices every day. The wide range of merchandise includes apparel for all ages, accessories, footwear, home décor, gifts, designer fragrances, fashion jewelry, bedding and bath, accent furniture and toys.

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