Gross Profit Margin Increase
The gross profit margin increased by 90 basis points to 61.2% from 60.3%, attributed to product selection and merchandise mix.
Increase in Pre-Tax Profits
Pre-tax profits for the quarter increased to $5.3 million from $3.2 million in Q1 2024, improving the operating margin from 1.7% to 2.9%.
Successful Promotional Initiative
A special savings offer sent to email subscribers generated over $8 million in revenue during Q1 as part of the company's 140th-anniversary celebration.
Cash Position and Debt-Free Balance Sheet
Ended the quarter with $111.9 million of cash and cash equivalents, maintaining a debt-free balance sheet.
Store Openings and Relocations
Opened a new location in Daytona and planned the opening of a third store in Houston in late Q3, with two more stores planned in Houston by 2026.