The call highlighted strong comparable sales growth, particularly in the Journeys segment, along with positive developments in store channel performance and Johnston & Murphy's turnaround. However, challenges were noted in the U.K. market affecting Schuh and the impact of tariffs on the Genesco Brands Group. The company remains optimistic about the future despite these challenges.

Company Guidance

During Genesco Inc.'s Q2 Fiscal Year 2026 conference call, the company reported a 4% increase in overall comparable sales, marking its fourth consecutive quarter of positive comps. Journeys, one of its key brands, achieved a high single-digit comp increase of 9%, contributing significantly to the company's growth. Johnston & Murphy also saw a positive comp turnaround. The company highlighted a strategic plan focusing on product diversification, with Journeys leading in this area by posting double-digit gains across six brands. The company's investments in store remodels, particularly the Journeys 4.0 format, showed promise, with remodeled stores achieving a 25% sales lift. Despite challenges in the U.K. market with Schuh, which saw a 4% decline in comps, the overall guidance for fiscal 2026 was reiterated, with an adjusted EPS range of $1.30 to $1.70, reflecting confidence in the back-to-school and holiday periods.

Strong Comparable Sales Growth

Overall comps grew 4%, marking the fourth consecutive quarter of positive comps for the company and for Journeys, with a high single-digit comp increase at Journeys, which has gained market share.

Journeys' Continuous Improvement

Journeys' comps are up double digits in the third quarter to date, building on last year's double-digit comps for the same period, driven by strategic initiatives and new product offerings.

Positive Store Channel Performance

Both store and digital channels posted positive growth, with stores reflecting significant growth due to strategic investments, improved store conversion, and impactful Journeys 4.0 remodels.

Johnston & Murphy Positive Comps

Johnston & Murphy posted positive comps after introducing fresh and distinctive products, with full-price stores and digital channels showing strong performance.

Significant Loyalty Program Milestone

Genesco's loyalty program reached a milestone of 12 million members, contributing to growth in the second quarter.

Genesco (GCO) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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GCO Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Nov 28, 2025	2026 (Q3)	0.88 / -	0.61	―	―	―
Aug 28, 2025	2026 (Q2)	-1.25 / -1.14	-0.83	-37.35% (-0.31)
Jun 04, 2025	2026 (Q1)	-2.09 / -2.05	-2.1	2.38% (+0.05)
Mar 07, 2025	2025 (Q4)	3.31 / 3.26	2.59	25.87% (+0.67)
Dec 06, 2024	2025 (Q3)	0.29 / 0.61	0.57	7.02% (+0.04)
Sep 06, 2024	2025 (Q2)	-1.11 / -0.83	-0.85	2.35% (+0.02)
May 31, 2024	2025 (Q1)	-2.66 / -2.10	-1.59	-32.08% (-0.51)
Mar 08, 2024	2024 (Q4)	2.97 / 2.59	3.06	-15.36% (-0.47)
Dec 01, 2023	2024 (Q3)	1.66 / 0.57	1.65	-65.45% (-1.08)
Aug 31, 2023	2024 (Q2)	-1.23 / -0.85	0.59	-244.07% (-1.44)

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GCO Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Aug 28, 2025	$32.99	$31.04	-5.91%
Jun 04, 2025	$22.35	$22.29	-0.27%
Mar 07, 2025	$32.40	$27.11	-16.33%
Dec 06, 2024	$37.41	$40.95	+9.46%

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