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    Mark Petrie's questions to Gildan Activewear Inc (GIL) leadership

    Mark Petrie's questions to Gildan Activewear Inc (GIL) leadership • Q2 2025

    Question

    Mark Petrie from CIBC Capital Markets asked for details on the magnitude and timing of price increases implemented to offset tariffs, and how competitors have responded, questioning if price gaps have changed.

    Answer

    President & CEO Glenn Chamandy explained that pricing is being rolled out sequentially but is not substantial due to Gildan's internal mitigation of tariff costs. He noted that competitors face similar or greater pressures and are also taking price, resulting in no significant change to the competitive price gaps. He stressed that the price increases are insignificant relative to the final consumer price, especially in the wholesale channel.

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    Mark Petrie's questions to Gildan Activewear Inc (GIL) leadership • Q1 2025

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    Mark Petrie of CIBC World Markets Inc. followed up on pricing, asking if competitors have raised prices and how Gildan's actions compare. He also inquired about the drivers of working capital changes and the expected pace of share buybacks for the remainder of the year.

    Answer

    EVP and COO Chuck Ward confirmed seeing selective price increases from competitors. President and CEO Glenn Chamandy added that Gildan's U.S. content provides a cost advantage, allowing them to be more cautious on pricing. EVP and CFO Luca Barile explained that the Q1 working capital build was seasonal and is expected to normalize. He affirmed that share buybacks will continue at a sustained pace to achieve the 5-6% annual target, while maintaining the company's leverage framework of 1.5x to 2.5x net debt to adjusted EBITDA.

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    Mark Petrie's questions to Gildan Activewear Inc (GIL) leadership • Q4 2024

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    Mark Petrie questioned how current SKU levels compare to historical levels, particularly after the 'Back to Basics' rationalization, given the recent focus on product innovation. He also asked about the recent slowdown in the pace of share buybacks and the criteria guiding short-term repurchase decisions.

    Answer

    President & CEO Glenn Chamandy clarified that new innovations like soft cotton technology are being applied to existing SKUs, thus not significantly increasing the SKU count. EVP & CFO Rhodri Harries explained the record 2024 buyback was unique due to an increased leverage target. He stated the pace in 2025 will return to a more normal, consistent cadence, targeting around 5-6% of the float for the full year.

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    Mark Petrie's questions to Gildan Activewear Inc (GIL) leadership • Q2 2024

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    Mark Petrie followed up on fleece performance, asking for clarification on its growth versus broader category softness and how much of Gildan's success is from market share gains versus distributor restocking. He also asked about current inventory levels at retail and distributors compared to normalized levels.

    Answer

    CEO Glenn Chamandy clarified that while the overall market was down mid-single digits, Gildan's POS turned positive in June, indicating significant market share gains in fashion basics and fleece. He also highlighted a very strong order book for fleece. President of Sales, Chuck Ward, characterized inventory levels as being 'in balance,' noting some lightness internationally which the Bangladesh facility ramp-up is expected to resolve in Q4.

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    Mark Petrie's questions to BRP Inc (DOOO) leadership

    Mark Petrie's questions to BRP Inc (DOOO) leadership • Q1 2026

    Question

    Mark Petrie asked if BRP's view on its prior informal EPS guidance range had materially changed due to shifts in competitive inventory dynamics or consumer demand.

    Answer

    CFO Sebastien Martel confirmed that the outlook has changed from the informal range discussed previously. He cited two main reasons: the new, unforecasted impact of tariffs, and a softer-than-anticipated consumer demand environment, with the industry down 5% in Q1 excluding snowmobiles. These factors led to the decision to withhold formal guidance.

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    Mark Petrie's questions to BRP Inc (DOOO) leadership • Q2 2025

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    Mark Petrie questioned the rationale behind BRP's 15-20% inventory reduction target and asked if it should be adjusted given deteriorating demand. He also asked what would trigger a more aggressive promotional stance from BRP to clear inventory.

    Answer

    CEO Jose Boisjoli explained the target is based on aiming for ~90 days of forward inventory for year-round products and ~10% of next season's retail for seasonal products. CFO Sebastien Martel added that the miss on Q2 inventory was due to PWC softness and that the 15-20% target remains appropriate as it already factors in market pressures and the need for good dealer representation. He stated BRP's current promotional programs are competitive.

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    Mark Petrie's questions to BRP Inc (DOOO) leadership • Q1 2025

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    Mark Petrie of CIBC asked for clarification on the second-half EBITDA outlook, which appeared higher than previously implied, and requested more detail on the $0.75 EPS benefit from cost reductions, questioning if these savings were permanent or temporary.

    Answer

    CFO Sebastien Martel explained that the second-half improvement is driven by a combination of shifting some Q2 deliveries into Q3 and the realization of cost efficiencies. He detailed that the $0.75 benefit is roughly half from lower variable compensation (temporary) and half from permanent operational efficiencies. These efficiencies stem from a renewed focus on lean practices now that the teams are not solely focused on adding capacity as they were during the pandemic.

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