YETI Raises 2026 Outlook and Boosts Share Repurchase Program to $500 Million

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YETI Holdings reported Q1 results, raised its full-year sales and EPS guidance, and increased its share repurchase program to $500 million, indicating strong management confidence and a significant capital return to shareholders.

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• Strong Q1 Sales Growth

  Net sales increased 8% to $380.4 million, driven by strong consumer demand across categories and channels, with wholesale sales growing 19%.

• Raised 2026 Outlook

  The company raised the lower end of its 2026 sales growth outlook to 7-8% (from 6-8%) and increased its 2026 adjusted EPS outlook to $2.83-$2.89 (from $2.77-$2.83).

• Increased Share Repurchase Program

  The Board approved an increase to the existing share repurchase program, making $500 million available for share repurchases, a substantial commitment to returning capital to shareholders.

• Mixed Q1 Profitability

  GAAP EPS decreased 35% to $0.13 and Adjusted EPS decreased 16% to $0.26, primarily due to a $0.09 unfavorable net impact from incremental tariffs.

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YETI Holdings reported mixed first-quarter results but significantly raised its full-year sales and EPS outlook, signaling strong confidence in future performance. Concurrently, the company dramatically increased its share repurchase authorization to $500 million, representing a substantial commitment to returning capital to shareholders and potentially boosting stock value.