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    Taylor Zwick

    Research Analyst at KeyBanc Capital Markets

    Taylor Zwick is an Equity Research Analyst at KeyBanc Capital Markets, specializing in technology sector coverage with a particular focus on IT hardware and related industries. He covers major publicly traded companies and provides insights on sales trends, performance outlooks, and industry developments, though specific companies and detailed performance metrics are not publicly disclosed. Zwick began his career in financial research several years ago, and has worked exclusively at KeyBanc Capital Markets with previous industry experience inferred from his research contributions. He holds necessary FINRA securities licenses appropriate for his analyst role and is recognized for in-depth sector analysis and effective communication with institutional clients.

    Taylor Zwick's questions to LA-Z-BOY (LZB) leadership

    Taylor Zwick's questions to LA-Z-BOY (LZB) leadership • Q1 2026

    Question

    Taylor Zwick of KeyBanc Capital Markets inquired about the sequential improvement in sales trends during Q1, the outlook for August, the impact of new stores on retail margins, and feedback from wholesale customers regarding tariff uncertainties.

    Answer

    CEO Melinda Whittington confirmed that sequential traffic improvement from Q1 continued into early August but remained cautious, citing ongoing consumer pressure. CFO Taylor Luebke explained that new stores are a drag on profitability in year one but become accretive by year three, though the primary Q1 margin pressure came from traffic deleverage. Whittington added that the wholesale segment grew, benefiting from its North American supply chain which insulates it from tariff volatility and positions it as a reliable partner for customers.

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