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Under Armour, Inc. (UA) - Fiscal 2026 10-K Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

This summary covers Under Armour, Inc.'s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 (Fiscal 2026). The Company designs, develops, markets, and distributes branded performance apparel, footwear, and accessories globally. Fiscal 2026 was characterized by challenging market conditions, particularly in North America and Asia-Pacific, driven by lower consumer demand and macroeconomic headwinds including tariff volatility and inflation.

Key Financial Metrics

Note: Net loss widened significantly in Fiscal 2026 primarily due to a $294.8 million income tax expense driven by valuation allowances on deferred tax assets, compared to a $2.9 million tax benefit in the prior year.

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Decline: Total net revenues decreased 3.8%. North America, the largest segment, declined 7.9%, while EMEA (+8.6%) and Latin America (+8.7%) grew. Footwear revenue dropped 10.8%, while Accessories grew 0.9%.
• Margin Compression: Gross margin decreased 240 basis points to 45.5%. This was driven by unfavorable supply chain impacts (190 bps), including 155 bps from tariffs, and unfavorable pricing (70 bps).
• Expense Management: Selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) expenses decreased 11.8% to $2.29 billion, largely due to lower litigation reserve expenses ($98.5 million in 2026 vs. $261 million in 2025) and reduced marketing spend.
• Restructuring: The Company expanded its 2025 restructuring plan to approximately $305 million total. Fiscal 2026 included $171.5 million in restructuring and related charges, primarily related to the separation of the Curry Brand and facility exits.
• Debt Refinancing: The Company issued $400 million of 7.25% Senior Notes due 2030 and used proceeds to defease the $600 million Senior Notes due 2026. As of March 31, 2026, $200 million remained outstanding on the revolving credit facility.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

Management Commentary: Management continues to focus on elevating brand positioning, simplifying the operating model, and accelerating innovation. The 2025 restructuring plan is expected to be substantially complete by December 31, 2026. The Company is actively monitoring global trade policy, specifically regarding tariffs, which remain a source of cost uncertainty for Fiscal 2027.

Key Risks and Contingencies:

• Tariff and Trade Policy: Ongoing litigation regarding tariffs (IEEPA rulings) creates uncertainty for product costs and gross margins. The Company is evaluating potential refunds for previously paid tariffs.
• Legal Proceedings: The Company is in litigation with insurance carriers regarding coverage for the Consolidated Securities Action settlement, with a $98.5 million accrual recorded in Fiscal 2026.
• Internal Controls: Material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting identified in prior years were remediated as of March 31, 2026.
• Consumer Demand: Discretionary spending remains sensitive to economic conditions, inflation, and geopolitical instability.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Tax Provision Impact: Verify the sustainability of the effective tax rate given the $294.8 million expense driven by valuation allowances on U.S. federal deferred tax assets.
• Restructuring Execution: Monitor the realization of cost savings from the $305 million restructuring plan, specifically the separation of the Curry Brand and facility consolidations.
• Tariff Exposure: Assess the potential financial impact of ongoing tariff litigation and the likelihood of recovering previously paid IEEPA tariffs.
• North America Recovery: Evaluate strategies to reverse the 7.9% revenue decline in the North America segment, which accounts for 58% of total revenue.
• Liquidity Position: Review cash flow projections given the decrease in cash and cash equivalents to $309 million and the increased interest expense from new debt issuances.