Dillard’s Reports Mixed First Quarter Results

Dillard’s ( (DDS) ) has released its Q1 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Dillard’s presented to its investors.

Dillard’s, Inc. is a retail company operating department stores across the United States, specializing in fashion apparel, cosmetics, and home furnishings, with a unique presence in both physical and online spaces.

In its latest earnings report for the first quarter of 2025, Dillard’s reported a decrease in total retail sales by 2% and a comparable store sales decrease of 1%. Despite these declines, the company maintained a strong gross margin and controlled operating expenses effectively.

Key financial metrics revealed a net income of $163.8 million, down from $180.0 million the previous year, and earnings per share of $10.39 compared to $11.09. The company also highlighted a significant stock repurchase of $98 million, ending the quarter with $1.2 billion in cash and short-term investments. Strong performing categories included juniors’ and children’s apparel and men’s clothing, while home and furniture, shoes, and ladies’ apparel underperformed.

Looking ahead, Dillard’s management remains cautiously optimistic, focusing on maintaining expense control and navigating economic uncertainties, while leveraging its strong cash position to support future strategic initiatives.