DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE: DKS) has released its financial results for the third quarter of 2025, revealing a performance below market expectations. Despite this, the company has raised its guidance for the fiscal year 2025, driven by strategic initiatives and recent acquisitions.
Q3 EPS of $2.07 and $4.17B Revenue Fall Short of Expectations
In the third quarter of 2025, DICK’S Sporting Goods reported earnings per share (EPS) of $2.07 and revenue totaling $4.17 billion. These figures fell short of the market’s expectations, which had anticipated an EPS of $2.71 and revenue of $4.43 billion. The performance indicates a challenging quarter for the company, as it did not achieve the projected EPS and revenue targets.
The company’s comparable sales growth for the DICK’S Business was reported at 5.7%, a positive indicator in an otherwise underwhelming quarter. This growth was primarily driven by increases in average ticket and transaction volumes. However, the overall income from operations as a percentage of net sales decreased, reflecting a tighter operating environment.
Compared to the previous year, the third quarter’s non-GAAP earnings per diluted share for the DICK’S Business saw a slight increase from $2.75 to $2.78, despite the overall revenue and EPS shortfall. The acquisition of Foot Locker, completed during this period, is expected to bolster future performance, although it did contribute to the current quarter’s mixed results due to integration costs.
DICK’S Raises Full-Year EPS Outlook and Upgrades Sales Forecast
Looking ahead, DICK’S Sporting Goods has adjusted its guidance for the fiscal year 2025. The company now expects earnings per diluted share for the DICK’S Business to range between $14.25 and $14.55, up from the previous estimate of $13.90 to $14.50. This upward revision reflects the company’s confidence in its strategic initiatives and the anticipated benefits from the Foot Locker acquisition.
The company has also increased its forecast for comparable sales growth for the DICK’S Business to a range of 3.5% to 4.0%, up from the earlier projection of 2.0% to 3.5%. This adjustment suggests an optimistic outlook for sales performance, driven by enhancements in operational strategies and market expansion efforts.
DICK’S Sporting Goods anticipates that the integration of Foot Locker will play a crucial role in achieving these revised targets. The company is undertaking strategic actions to optimize inventory and close underperforming stores, which are expected to result in significant pre-tax charges. However, these measures are aimed at positioning the company for sustained growth and profitability in the coming years.