EXHIBIT 99.1
50 WEST 23RD STREET, NEW YORK, NY 10010
TELEPHONE: 212-590-6200 FAX: 212-590-6580
| CONTACT: | David Dick Chief Financial Officer 212-590-6200
ICR Jean Fontana 646-277-1214 |
dELiA*s, INC. ANNOUNCES
SECOND QUARTER 2012 RESULTS
New York, NY – August 20, 2012 – dELiA*s, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLIA),a multi-channel retail company comprised of two lifestyle brands primarily targeting teenage girls and young women, today announced the results for its second quarter of fiscal 2012.
Second Quarter Fiscal 2012 Highlights:
| • | Total revenue increased 8.9% to $48.3 million from $44.3 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2011. Revenue from the retail segment increased 8.8% to $28.7 million, including a comparable store sales increase of 14.0%. Revenue from the direct segment increased 9.1% to $19.6 million. |
| • | Consolidated gross margin was 33.4% compared to 27.0% in the prior year quarter, primarily due to increased merchandise margins and leveraging of occupancy costs. |
| • | Net loss was $5.2 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, compared to net loss for the second quarter of fiscal 2011 of $9.6 million, or $0.31 per diluted share. |
Walter Killough, Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We are extremely pleased with our second quarter performance in both our retail and direct segments. Our results were driven by favorable customer reaction to the changes in our merchandise assortments and visual presentation for our dELiA*s brand, which led to double digit increases in both comparable store sales and in our dELiA*s direct business, as well as higher merchandise margins.”
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Mr. Killough continued, “In our retail segment, based on current trends we expect mid-single digit positive comparable store sales for the month of August, with improved merchandise margins. In the dELiA*s direct business, we have released our July and August catalogs which have generated double-digit sales increases to date compared to last year. We believe our performance demonstrates that our strategic initiatives have been effective and should continue to deliver improved results.”
Results by Segment
Retail Segment Results
Total revenue for the retail segment for the second quarter of fiscal 2012 increased 8.8% to $28.7 million from $26.4 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2011. Retail comparable store sales increased 14.0% for the second quarter of fiscal 2012 compared to an increase of 7.2% for the second quarter of fiscal 2011.
Gross margin for the retail segment, which includes distribution, occupancy and merchandising costs, was 26.2% for the second quarter of fiscal 2012 compared to 16.0% in the prior year period. The increase in gross margin resulted primarily from higher merchandise margins, driven by increased full price selling and fewer markdowns, and the leveraging of reduced occupancy costs.
Selling, general and administrative (SG&A) expenses for the retail segment were $11.3 million, or 39.3% of sales, in the second quarter of fiscal 2012 compared to $11.8 million, or 44.7% of sales, in the prior year period. The decrease in SG&A expenses in dollars and as a percent of sales reflects the leveraging of reduced selling, overhead and depreciation expenses.
The operating loss for the second quarter of fiscal 2012 for the retail segment was $3.7 million compared to $7.5 million in the prior year period. Included in the second quarter of fiscal 2012 were store closing costs of $0.3 million.
The Company closed three stores during the second quarter of fiscal 2012, ending the period with 109 stores.
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Direct Segment Results
Total revenue for the direct segment for the second quarter of fiscal 2012 increased 9.1% to $19.6 million from $18.0 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2011.
Gross margin for the direct segment was 44.0% for the second quarter of fiscal 2012 compared to 43.1% in the second quarter of fiscal 2011. The increase in gross margin resulted primarily from higher merchandise margins partially offset by higher shipping and handling costs.
SG&A expenses for the direct segment were $10.2 million, or 52.3% of sales, in the second quarter of fiscal 2012 compared to $9.6 million, or 53.6% of sales, in the prior year period. The increase in SG&A expenses in dollars resulted primarily from costs related to the closing of our customer contact center and additional investments in web-based marketing. The decrease in SG&A expenses as a percent of sales reflects the leveraging of selling and depreciation expenses on higher sales.
Operating loss for the second quarter of fiscal 2012 for the direct segment was $1.3 million as compared to $1.9 million in the prior year period. Included in the second quarter of fiscal 2012 was incremental gift card breakage income of $0.3 million, and the aforementioned costs related to the closing of our customer contact center of $0.3 million.
Balance Sheet Highlights
At the end of the second quarter of fiscal 2012, cash and cash equivalents were $11.7 million compared with $22.2 million at the end of the second quarter of fiscal 2011.
Total net inventories at the end of the second quarter of fiscal 2012 were $38.0 million compared with $39.9 million at the end of the second quarter of fiscal 2011. Inventory per average retail store was down 2.1% compared to the prior year period, and inventory for the direct segment was down 1.1% compared to the prior year.
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First Six Month Results
For the six-month period ended July 28, 2012, total revenue increased 7.8% to $100.8 million from $93.5 million for the prior year period. Total gross margin was 33.3% compared to 30.4% for the prior year period. SG&A expenses were $43.1 million, or 42.7% of sales, for the first six months of fiscal 2012, compared to $43.3 million, or 46.3% of sales, for the prior year period.
The operating loss for the first six months of fiscal 2012 decreased to $8.5 million, compared to $14.8 million for the first six months of fiscal 2011.
Net loss for the first six months of fiscal 2012 decreased to $8.9 million, or $0.28 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $14.1 million, or $0.45 per diluted share, for the first six months of fiscal 2011. Included in the first six months of fiscal 2012 is gift card breakage of $1.0 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, compared to $0.1 million, or $0.00 per diluted share, in first six months of fiscal 2011.
The provision for income taxes for fiscal 2012 was $0.1 million, or $0.00 per diluted share, compared to an income tax benefit of $0.9 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, for fiscal 2011.
Conference Call and Webcast Information
A conference call to discuss second quarter 2012 results is scheduled for Monday, August 20, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. Eastern Time. The conference call will be webcast live at www.deliasinc.com. A replay of the call will be available until September 20, 2012 and can be accessed by dialing (877) 870-5176 and providing the pass code number 8727634.
During the conference call, the Company may discuss and answer questions concerning business and financial developments and trends. The Company’s responses to questions, as well as other matters discussed during the conference call, may contain or constitute information that has not been disclosed previously.
About dELiA*s, Inc.
dELiA*s, Inc. is a multi-channel retail company comprised of two lifestyle brands primarily targeting teenage girls and young women. Its brands – dELiA*s and Alloy – generate revenue by selling apparel, accessories and footwear to consumers through direct mail catalogs, websites, and dELiA*s mall-based retail stores.
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Forward-Looking Statements
This announcement may contain forward-looking statements made in reliance upon the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including statements regarding our expectations and beliefs regarding our future results or performance. Because these statements apply to future events, they are subject to risks and uncertainties. When used in this announcement, the words “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”, “expectation”, “should”, “would”, “project”, “plan”, “predict”, “intend” and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. Our actual results could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Additionally, you should not consider past results to be an indication of our future performance. For a discussion of risk factors that may affect our results, see the “Risk Factors That May Affect Future Results” section of our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. We do not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this announcement to conform these statements to actual results, to changes in management’s expectations or otherwise, except as may be required by law.
50 WEST 23RD STREET, NEW YORK, NY 10010
TELEPHONE: 212-590-6200 FAX: 212-590-6580
dELiA*s, Inc.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands, except par value and share data)
(unaudited)
| July 28, 2012 | July 30, 2011 | |||||||
ASSETS | ||||||||
CURRENT ASSETS: | ||||||||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ | 11,732 | $ | 22,216 | ||||
Inventories, net | 37,957 | 39,862 | ||||||
Prepaid catalog costs | 2,387 | 2,955 | ||||||
Other current assets | 3,497 | 4,373 | ||||||
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TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS | 55,573 | 69,406 | ||||||
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, NET | 39,969 | 46,612 | ||||||
GOODWILL | 4,462 | 4,462 | ||||||
INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET | 2,419 | 2,419 | ||||||
OTHER ASSETS | 820 | 855 | ||||||
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TOTAL ASSETS | $ | 103,243 | $ | 123,754 | ||||
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | ||||||||
CURRENT LIABILITIES: | ||||||||
Accounts payable | $ | 23,668 | $ | 21,027 | ||||
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities | 14,658 | 19,697 | ||||||
Income taxes payable | 848 | 833 | ||||||
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TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES | 39,174 | 41,557 | ||||||
DEFERRED CREDITS AND OTHER LONG-TERM LIABILITIES | 10,461 | 11,826 | ||||||
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TOTAL LIABILITIES | 49,635 | 53,383 | ||||||
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COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES | ||||||||
STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY: | ||||||||
Preferred Stock, $.001 par value; 25,000,000 shares authorized, none issued | — | — | ||||||
Common Stock, $.001 par value; 100,000,000 shares authorized; 31,684,387 and 31,432,531 shares issued and outstanding, respectively | 32 | 31 | ||||||
Additional paid-in capital | 99,630 | 98,918 | ||||||
Accumulated deficit | (46,054 | ) | (28,578 | ) | ||||
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TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | 53,608 | 70,371 | ||||||
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TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | $ | 103,243 | $ | 123,754 | ||||
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50 WEST 23RD STREET, NEW YORK, NY 10010
TELEPHONE: 212-590-6200 FAX: 212-590-6580
dELiA*s, Inc.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(in thousands, except share and per share data)
(unaudited)
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NET REVENUES | $ | 48,303 | 100.0 | % | $ | 44,347 | 100.0 | % | ||||||||
Cost of goods sold | 32,169 | 66.6 | % | 32,381 | 73.0 | % | ||||||||||
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GROSS PROFIT | 16,134 | 33.4 | % | 11,966 | 27.0 | % | ||||||||||
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Selling, general and administrative expenses | 21,522 | 44.6 | % | 21,426 | 48.3 | % | ||||||||||
Other operating income | (383 | ) | -0.8 | % | (34 | ) | -0.1 | % | ||||||||
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TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES | 21,139 | 43.8 | % | 21,392 | 48.2 | % | ||||||||||
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OPERATING LOSS | (5,005 | ) | -10.4 | % | (9,426 | ) | -21.3 | % | ||||||||
Interest expense, net | 166 | 0.3 | % | 136 | 0.3 | % | ||||||||||
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LOSS BEFORE INCOME TAXES | (5,171 | ) | -10.7 | % | (9,562 | ) | -21.6 | % | ||||||||
Provision for income taxes | 42 | 0.1 | % | 50 | 0.1 | % | ||||||||||
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NET LOSS | $ | (5,213 | ) | -10.8 | % | $ | (9,612 | ) | -21.7 | % | ||||||
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BASIC AND DILUTED LOSS PER SHARE: | ||||||||||||||||
NET LOSS PER SHARE | $ | (0.17 | ) | $ | (0.31 | ) | ||||||||||
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WEIGHTED AVERAGE BASIC AND DILUTED COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING | 31,327,526 | 31,209,737 | ||||||||||||||
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TELEPHONE: 212-590-6200 FAX: 212-590-6580
dELiA*s, Inc.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(in thousands, except share and per share data)
(unaudited)
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NET REVENUES | $ | 100,754 | 100.0 | % | $ | 93,493 | 100.0 | % | ||||||||
Cost of goods sold | 67,184 | 66.7 | % | 65,046 | 69.6 | % | ||||||||||
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GROSS PROFIT | 33,570 | 33.3 | % | 28,447 | 30.4 | % | ||||||||||
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Selling, general and administrative expenses | 43,068 | 42.7 | % | 43,324 | 46.3 | % | ||||||||||
Other operating income | (1,015 | ) | -1.0 | % | (72 | ) | -0.1 | % | ||||||||
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TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES | 42,053 | 41.7 | % | 43,252 | 46.3 | % | ||||||||||
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OPERATING LOSS | (8,483 | ) | -8.4 | % | (14,805 | ) | -15.8 | % | ||||||||
Interest expense, net | 319 | 0.3 | % | 223 | 0.2 | % | ||||||||||
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LOSS BEFORE INCOME TAXES | (8,802 | ) | -8.7 | % | (15,028 | ) | -16.1 | % | ||||||||
Provision (benefit) for income taxes | 85 | 0.1 | % | (947 | ) | -1.0 | % | |||||||||
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NET LOSS | $ | (8,887 | ) | -8.8 | % | $ | (14,081 | ) | -15.1 | % | ||||||
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BASIC AND DILUTED LOSS PER SHARE: | ||||||||||||||||
NET LOSS PER SHARE | $ | (0.28 | ) | $ | (0.45 | ) | ||||||||||
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WEIGHTED AVERAGE BASIC AND DILUTED COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING | 31,323,890 | 31,209,737 | ||||||||||||||
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50 WEST 23RD STREET, NEW YORK, NY 10010
TELEPHONE: 212-590-6200 FAX: 212-590-6580
dELiA*s Inc.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
(unaudited)
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CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: | ||||||||
Net loss | $ | (8,887 | ) | $ | (14,081 | ) | ||
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Depreciation and amortization | 4,958 | 5,722 | ||||||
Stock-based compensation | 386 | 408 | ||||||
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: | ||||||||
Inventories | (7,020 | ) | (7,837 | ) | ||||
Prepaid catalog costs and other assets | (200 | ) | 6,409 | |||||
Restricted cash | — | 8,268 | ||||||
Income taxes payable | 112 | 91 | ||||||
Accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities | (3,361 | ) | (2,870 | ) | ||||
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Total adjustments | (5,125 | ) | 10,191 | |||||
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NET CASH USED IN OPERATING ACTIVITIES | (14,012 | ) | (3,890 | ) | ||||
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Capital expenditures | (2,682 | ) | (1,968 | ) | ||||
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NET CASH USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES | (2,682 | ) | (1,968 | ) | ||||
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NET DECREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS | (16,694 | ) | (5,858 | ) | ||||
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, beginning of period | 28,426 | 28,074 | ||||||
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CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, end of period | $ | 11,732 | $ | 22,216 | ||||
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dELiA*s, Inc.
SELECTED OPERATING DATA
(in thousands, except number of stores)
(unaudited)
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Channel net revenues: | ||||||||||||||||
Retail | $ | 28,717 | $ | 26,388 | $ | 57,580 | $ | 53,402 | ||||||||
Direct | 19,586 | 17,959 | 43,174 | 40,091 | ||||||||||||
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Total net revenues | $ | 48,303 | $ | 44,347 | $ | 100,754 | $ | 93,493 | ||||||||
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Comparable store sales | 14.0 | % | 7.2 | % | 10.5 | % | 3.9 | % | ||||||||
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Catalogs mailed | 8,038 | 7,843 | 15,580 | 16,584 | ||||||||||||
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Inventory - retail | $ | 22,323 | $ | 24,047 | $ | 22,323 | $ | 24,047 | ||||||||
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Inventory - direct | $ | 15,634 | $ | 15,815 | $ | 15,634 | $ | 15,815 | ||||||||
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Beginning of period | 112 | 115 | 113 | 114 | ||||||||||||
Opened | — | 1 | ** | 1 | * | 2 | ** | |||||||||
Closed | 3 | 1 | ** | 5 | * | 1 | ** | |||||||||
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Total gross sq. ft @ end of period | 418.4 | 440.0 | 418.4 | 440.0 | ||||||||||||
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| * | Totals include one store that was closed and relocated to an alternative site in the same mall during the first quarter of fiscal 2012. |
| ** | Totals include one store that was closed, remodeled and reopened during the second quarter of fiscal 2011. |