Big Lots

Big Lots, Inc. engages in the operation of retail stores. It operates through the Discount Retailing segment which includes merchandising categories such as furniture, seasonal, soft home, food, consumables, hard home, and electronics, toys, and accessories. The company was founded by Sol A. Shenk in 1967 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

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BIG reports Q1 results, focuses on cost savings and liquidity

BIG's Q1 performance reflects a focus on cost savings and liquidity management. While facing macroeconomic challenges, the company is making strides in improving margins and capturing additional savings. The suspension of the dividend and reduced store openings indicate a cautious approach to capital allocation.

BIG reports challenging Q2 but sees growth opportunities ahead

BIG's Q2 performance was challenging, but sequential improvement and strategic actions are driving a turnaround. The company's focus on resonating with customers, communicating value, and investing in an omnichannel experience positions it for future growth.

BIG exceeds Q3 guidance, anticipates continued improvement in 2024

BIG's Q3 performance showed resilience with improvements in key metrics. The company's strategic actions and cost-saving initiatives are driving positive momentum. Despite challenges, BIG is well-positioned for continued improvement and growth.

Big Lots addresses challenges, eyes growth through strategic initiatives

Big Lots navigated challenges in Q4 2023 with a strategic approach to address consumer behavior shifts and product shortages, focusing on margin improvement and business model strengthening.
Efforts to mitigate the impact of United Furniture closure, improve inventory management, attract more customers, and enhance customer solutions demonstrate adaptability and resilience.
While facing ongoing challenges in the consumer environment and financial performance, Big Lots is leveraging opportunities in product offerings, marketing, and operational efficiency to drive growth and profitability.

Big Lots anticipates turnaround with cost-saving initiatives and margin enhancements

Big Lots faces challenges in sales and margins but is optimistic about improvements ahead. The company is focused on cost-saving efforts, liquidity management, and strategic initiatives to drive growth and profitability. With identified savings and opportunities, Big Lots aims to enhance margins and attract customers from competitors.

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Big Lots, Inc. engages in the operation of retail stores. It operates through the Discount Retailing segment. The Discount Retailing segment includes merchandising categories such as furniture, seasonal, soft home, food, consumables, hard home, and electronics, toys, and accessories. The company was founded by Sol A. Shenk in 1967 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

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Big Lots Sees Year-Round Shift of Higher Income Bargain Hunting Shoppers

Big Lots (BIG) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 59.42% and 0.36%, respectively, for the quarter ended January 2023. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Big Lots (BIG) Reports Q4 Loss, Lags Revenue Estimates

Shares of Big Lots Inc. BIG, -4.32% edged up 0.5% in premarket trading Thursday, after the discount home essentials retailer reported a narrower-than-expected fiscal fourth-quarter loss but missed on sales and provided a downbeat outlook. The company swung to net loss for the quarter to Jan. 28 of $12.46 million, or 43 cents a share, from net income of $49.8 million, or $1.63 a share, in the year-ago period.

Big Lots stock ticks up as much narrower-than-expected losses offset misses on sales and a downbeat outlook

Q4 comparable sales and gross margins in line with guidance; expenses, excluding adjustments, better than expected Q4 GAAP EPS loss of $0.43; adjusted EPS loss of $0.28 Right-sized inventory position and strengthened balance sheet with asset monetization Expect to drive significant business improvements during FY 2023 For the Q4 Results Presentation, Please Visit:  https://www.biglots.com/corporate/investors COLUMBUS, Ohio , March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE: BIG) today reported a net loss of $12.5 million, or $0.43 per share, for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022 ended January 28, 2023. This result includes a net after-tax charge of $4.4 million, or $0.15 per share, associated with the net impact of store asset impairment charges and a gain on the sale of real estate and related expenses.

Big Lots Reports Q4 and Full Year 2022 Results

COLUMBUS, Ohio , March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE: BIG) today announced that on February 28, 2023 the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.30 per common share for the first quarter of fiscal 2023. The dividend will be paid on March 31, 2023, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 17, 2023.

Big Lots Announces Quarterly Dividend on Common Shares

Big Lots' (BIG) fourth-quarter fiscal 2022 performance is most likely to have been hurt by a tough operating landscape including inflationary pressures.

Here's How Big Lots (BIG) is Placed Ahead of Q4 Earnings

Company to Broadcast Conference Call COLUMBUS, Ohio , Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE: BIG) today announced it will report the results for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022 on Thursday, March 2, 2023. The company will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m.

Big Lots to Report Fourth Quarter Results on March 2, 2023

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Big Lots' (BIG) strategic efforts, including omnichannel initiatives and Operation North Star, bode well for growth.

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Big Lots' (BIG) Q3 results are hurt by the challenging macroeconomic environment and rising inflation. It issues a bleak Q4 view.

Big Lots (BIG) Q3 Loss Wider Than Expected, Revenues Miss

The company posted a wide loss and a large comparable sales decline.

Why Big Lots Stock Was Sliding Today

Big Lots Inc. said rather than raising prices as costs rise, it believes the better way to boost results in the current environment is to cut prices even more and offer a lot more “bargains and treasures.”

Big Lots to address weak results with even lower prices: ‘We will own bargains and treasures'

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Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE:BIG ) Q3 2022 Earnings Conference Call December 1, 2022 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Alvin Concepcion - Vice President, Investor Relations Bruce Thorn - President and Chief Executive Officer Jonathan Ramsden - Executive Vice President, Chief Financial officer and Administrative Officer Conference Call Participants Spencer Hanus - Wolfe Research Joe Feldman - Telsey Advisory Group Kate McShane - Goldman Sachs Anthony Chukumba - Loop Capital Markets Jason Haas - Bank of America Brad Thomas - KeyBanc Capital Markets Alvin Concepcion Good morning. This is Alvin Concepcion, Vice President of Investor Relations at Big Lots.

Big Lots, Inc. (BIG) Q3 2022 Earnings Call Transcript

Big Lots said it's shifting away from big-ticket items and toward small-town locations. The strategic change comes as the Ohio-based operator of 1,450 off-priced stores saw its third-quarter comp sales drop 11.7% as inflation and economic concerns continue to crimp low-end consumer spending.

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