Positive Comparable Sales Growth
Zumiez reported a 2.5% increase in comparable sales for the second quarter, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of positive growth. North America was the primary driver, with a 4.2% increase in comparable sales.
Strong Back-to-School Performance
During the back-to-school season, comparable sales in the U.S. saw low teens growth on top of a double-digit increase in the previous year, providing optimism for the upcoming holiday season.
Private Label Growth
Private label sales reached 30% of total sales year-to-date through the second quarter, up from 27% a year ago, marking the highest private label penetration in Zumiez's history.
Improved Gross Profit Margin
Gross profit increased by 5.9% to $76 million, with the gross profit margin improving by 130 basis points to 35.5% due to better product margins and store occupancy leverage.
Encouraging Third Quarter Trends
Net sales for the thirty-day period ended September 1, 2025, increased by 10.6%, with North America seeing an 11.7% increase in comparable sales, driven by women's and accessories categories.