EMEA Regional Performance
Revenue in EMEA increased by 10%, or 6% after adjusting for foreign currency fluctuations, indicating steady growth in the region. The region saw growth across all channels during the quarter, led by full-price wholesale business.
Gross Margin Improvement
First quarter gross margin increased by 70 basis points year-over-year to 48.2%, driven by favorable foreign currency impacts, pricing benefits, and favorable product mix.
Licensing Revenue Growth
Licensing revenues increased by 12% with growth in both North American and international licensees.
SG&A Expense Reduction
SG&A expenses decreased by 37% to $530 million in the first quarter, primarily due to reduced marketing and savings from the restructuring plan.
Inventory Control
Inventory at the end of Q1 was $1.1 billion, a 2% increase year-over-year, indicating effective inventory management amidst challenges.