1605 ET - Genesco's third-quarter sales came in ahead of expectations, with margins and earnings per share also strong, but Jefferies analysts remain on the sidelines. While management is taking aggressive actions to improve the performance of its Journeys retail footprint, the current macro environment remains uncertain, the analysts say. This backdrop will likely affect consumer demand, too, the analysts add. Jefferies raises its target price to $40 from $27 previously. Shares rise 1.7% to $41.66. (sabela.ojea@wsj.com; @sabelaojeaguix)
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December 09, 2024 16:05 ET (21:05 GMT)
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