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Puma’s Earnings Meet Estimates Amid Leadership Transition and Trade Uncertainty

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May 8, 2025
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  • Puma reported Q1 adjusted earnings of €76 million ($86 million) before interest and taxes, slightly ahead of analyst estimates but down from the previous year.
  • The company maintained its 2025 earnings targets but noted that the outlook excludes potential impacts from U.S. tariffs due to ongoing uncertainty.
  • Puma is currently without a CEO after parting ways with Arne Freundt in April. Adidas veteran Arthur Hoeld is set to take over in July.
  • The brand is gaining momentum with its retro Speedcat sneaker, part of its strategy to raise prices for fashionable footwear.
  • Challenges remain, including exposure to Asia-based manufacturing amid U.S. trade tensions and doubts about achieving its 8.5% EBIT margin target by 2027.

What Happened?

Puma delivered a stable Q1 performance, reporting adjusted earnings of €76 million, slightly exceeding analyst expectations. Despite the earnings beat, the figure represents a decline from the previous year, reflecting the challenges facing the German sportswear brand.

The company maintained its 2025 earnings targets but acknowledged that the outlook does not account for potential impacts from U.S. tariffs, which remain a significant source of uncertainty.

Puma is navigating a leadership transition after parting ways with former CEO Arne Freundt in April. Adidas veteran Arthur Hoeld will assume the role in July, but analysts caution that it will take time for him to implement a new strategy and bring fresh products to market.


Why It Matters?

Puma’s steady Q1 performance offers a glimmer of hope for the brand as it faces significant headwinds, including leadership instability, trade tensions, and geopolitical uncertainty. The company’s reliance on Asia-based manufacturing makes it particularly vulnerable to U.S. tariffs, which could impact profitability.

The retro Speedcat sneaker has emerged as a bright spot, helping Puma position itself in the higher-end sneaker market. However, the brand’s ability to sustain momentum and achieve its long-term EBIT margin target of 8.5% by 2027 remains in question.

For investors, the arrival of Arthur Hoeld as CEO in July will be a critical moment, as his leadership will shape Puma’s strategy and product pipeline in the coming years.


What’s Next?

Puma will need to navigate the ongoing trade war and currency fluctuations while preparing for a strategic reset under its incoming CEO. Key areas to watch include:

  • Leadership Transition: How quickly Arthur Hoeld can implement a new strategy and deliver results.
  • Product Innovation: Puma’s ability to launch products that resonate with consumers and capture market trends.
  • Trade and Tariffs: The impact of U.S. tariffs on Puma’s profitability and supply chain.

The company’s performance in the coming quarters will provide insights into its ability to overcome these challenges and regain momentum in the competitive sportswear market.

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