• Genesco published its annual report (Form 10-K) reporting net sales of USD 2.4 billion, up 4.8%.
• Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were USD 1.25, compared with a diluted loss per share from continuing operations of USD 1.80.
• Gross margin was USD 1.127 billion, while gross margin rate was 46.3%, down 0.9 percentage points due to increased promotional activity at Schuh and lower margins at Genesco Brands tied to license exits and tariff pressure.
• Selling and administrative expenses were USD 1.101 billion, with the expense rate improving to 45.2% from 46.4% as cost savings initiatives reduced occupancy costs and selling salaries.
• Operating cash flow was USD 145.8 million, up 65.9%, reflecting higher cash flow from changes in prepaids and other current assets and improved inventory-related cash flow, partially offset by lower cash flow from accounts payable.

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