The following is a summary of the WEYCO Group, Inc. (WEYS) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript:

Financial Performance:

• Overall net sales for Q2 2024 were $63.9 million, down 5% from $67 million in Q2 2023.

• The net earnings set a record for the second quarter at $5.6 million or $0.59 per diluted share, showing a 15% increase over the previous year.

• Consolidated gross earnings increased to 43.9% of net sales compared to 43.3% previously, primarily due to higher gross margins in the North American wholesale segment.

Business Progress:

• Despite a decline in net sales, there was an 8% improvement in wholesale operating earnings from $5.4 million in 2023 to $5.8 million in 2024, driven by improved gross margins.

• The company closed its operations in the Asia-Pacific region in 2023, now focusing on businesses in Australia and South Africa.

• Weyco remains committed to enhancing its product offerings, particularly by incorporating more hybrid and athleisure styles to adapt to the casual lifestyle trend.

Opportunities:

• The company highlighted the importance of 'at-once' business from retailers, which are immediate orders filling inventory needs without prior commitment, indicative of a marketplace trend.

• Weyco is focusing on the farm and agricultural channel with BOGS to enhance year-round business, reducing dependency on seasonal weather patterns by introducing lighter insulated boots.

Risks:

• Retail operations are challenged by increased web advertising and freight costs affecting profit margins in the retail segment.

• The company acknowledged the potential ongoing challenge of mild winters affecting the demand for BOGS outdoor weather boots.

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