Torrid Reports 7.7% Sales Drop in Q2

Torrid (NYSE:CURV), a leading retailer specializing in plus-size women’s apparel, released its results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 on September 4, 2025. The company reported that its net sales and Adjusted EBITDA matched internal guidance, but the period saw significant declines in key financial metrics compared to the same quarter last year. Net sales (GAAP) were $262.8 million, a decrease of 7.7%. Adjusted EBITDA and net income fell by 37.8% and 81.2%, respectively, as tariff pressures, higher marketing costs, and accelerated store closures all weighed on profitability. Yet, the results reflected persistent challenges, especially in gross and EBITDA margins. Management trimmed full-year net sales and profit guidance, emphasizing a cautious outlook for the months ahead.Torrid is built around delivering fashion-forward, comfortable apparel for plus-size and mid-size women—a segment it believes is underserved in the larger retail market. The company’s core strengths include its proprietary approach to design and fit, using real customer data and in-house R&D to create stylish and comfortable clothing tailored specifically for its demographic. These competencies are supported by a unified commerce strategy that blends online and physical stores, aiming to provide content-driven, omnichannel shopping experiences.Over recent quarters, the company has prioritized several strategic shifts. Expanding digital sales, rationalizing its store fleet, and scaling new high-margin sub-brands have been central themes. Torrid relies heavily on data-driven product development and customer engagement via loyalty programs. Success depends on how well the company manages store closures, transitions customers to digital channels, and protects margins amid trade and sourcing headwinds.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool