The company posted net sales of $1.07bn for the quarter ended 31 December 2025, down 2% from the same period last year.
This is above its earlier forecast range of $1.01 to $1.04bn, a projected fall of 8% to 5%.
International markets contributed to offsetting the decline in US revenue, while higher direct-to-consumer sales provided a modest lift.
Earlier shipment of Fall ’25 wholesale orders affected overall net sales figures for the quarter.
Columbia Sportswear chairman and CEO Tim Boyle said: “We’re pleased to have delivered net sales and profitability exceeding our guidance for the fourth quarter driven by better-than-expected demand in the US.
“While our US business remains challenged, I’m encouraged with continued growth internationally combined with early signs of momentum indicating that the Columbia ACCELERATE Growth Strategy is resonating with consumers, including new and enhanced product collections and differentiated marketing.”
Key metrics from Columbia Sportswear’s Q4 FY25 report
The company cited higher expenses in direct-to-consumer operations and non-recurring costs tied to its profit improvement programme, partly countered by lower technology and supply chain outlays.
Operating income for the quarter fell by 15% to $116.7m, and net income stood at $93.2m, which translates to $1.73 per diluted share, down from $102.6m or $1.80 per diluted share for the comparable period in 2024.
Columbia Sportswear’s full year performance
For the full fiscal year 2025, Columbia Sportswear’s net sales rose slightly by 1% to $3.4bn from $3.37bn in 2024, meeting the upper end of its expected range and avoiding the anticipated decline of up to 1%.
Gross margin increased to 50.5% from 50.2% percent a year earlier, with tariffs creating a negative impact of $31m before mitigation.
Full-year operating income dropped by 24% to $207m, and net income also decreased by 21% to $177.2m.
Guidance for 2026
Looking ahead, Columbia Sportswear projects net sales growth between 1% and 3% for full year 2026, which translates to $3.43bn to $3.50bn.
Operating income of $211 to $243m, representing operating margin of 6.2 to 6.9 percent of net sales with diluted earnings per share anticipated in the range of $3.20 to $3.65.
