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James Ross

Senior Equity Analyst at Williams Trading

James Ross is a Senior Equity Analyst at Williams Trading, specializing in coverage of U.S. retail and consumer goods companies with an emphasis on large-cap names such as Walmart, Target, and Costco. His investment recommendations have consistently achieved a success rate above 60% on platforms like TipRanks, delivering notable average portfolio returns relative to sector benchmarks. Ross began his career in investment research in the mid-2000s, holding analyst roles at smaller brokerages before joining Williams Trading in 2012, where he steadily advanced to his current senior position. He maintains active FINRA registration and holds Series 7 and Series 63 securities licenses, and is recognized for his comprehensive sector insights and regular appearances in industry publications.

James Ross's questions to STEVEN MADDEN (SHOO) leadership

Question · Q3 2025

James Ross inquired about the impact of Kurt Geiger's business mix on Q4 gross margins, seeking a deeper explanation. He also asked for color on international brand growth opportunities for both Steve Madden and Kurt Geiger, and their outlook for the upcoming year.

Answer

CFO and EVP of Operations Zine Mazouzi stated that Kurt Geiger's mix is expected to impact Q4 gross margins similarly to Q3, around 300 basis points. Chairman and CEO Ed Rosenfeld noted that Steve Madden continues to see high single-digit revenue growth in international markets for 2025 across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas ex-U.S., with continued growth expected in 2026. For Kurt Geiger, he anticipates very strong double-digit international growth for several years, as the brand is in early stages of growth outside the U.K. and U.S.

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Question · Q3 2025

James Ross asked if the mix of business with the addition of Kurt Geiger would impact gross margins in Q4 and sought more detail on this. He also requested color on brand growth and international opportunities for both Steve Madden and Kurt Geiger looking into next year.

Answer

Zine Mazouzi, CFO and EVP of Operations, stated that Kurt Geiger's mix impact on Q4 gross margin would be similar to Q3, around 300 basis points. Ed Rosenfeld, Chairman and CEO, reported high single-digit revenue growth for Steve Madden internationally in 2025 across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas ex-US, with continued growth expected in 2026. For Kurt Geiger, he anticipates very strong double-digit international growth for several years, as they are in early stages outside the UK and US.

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