• Net sales increased 2 percent (2 percent constant-currency) to $962.6 million, compared to third quarter 2025.
• Operating income of $109.6 million, or 11.4 percent of net sales, compared to third quarter 2025 operating income of $67.4 million, or 7.1 percent of net sales. Third quarter 2025 operating income included $29.0 million of impairment charges related to prAna and Mountain Hardwear.
• Diluted earnings per share of $1.66, compared to third quarter 2025 diluted earnings per share of $0.95. Third quarter 2025 impairment charges negatively impacted diluted earnings per share by $0.46.
• Exited the quarter with $229.6 million of cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments and no borrowings.

Full Year 2026 Financial Outlook

The following forward-looking statements reflect our expectations as of October 29, 2026 and are subject to significant risks and business uncertainties, including those factors described under “Forward-Looking Statements” below. Additional disclosures and financial outlook details can be found in the Full Year 2026 Financial Outlook section below and the CFO Commentary and Financial Review presentation.

• Net sales of $3.46 to $3.50 billion (prior $3.43 to $3.50 billion), representing net sales growth of 2.0 to 3.0 percent (prior 1.0 to 3.0 percent) compared to 2025.
• Gross margin of 52.1 percent to 52.3 percent (unchanged), including the impact of IEEPA tariff refunds.
• Operating income of $300 to $320 million (prior $290 to $325 million), representing operating margin of 8.7 to 9.1 percent of net sales (prior 8.5 to 9.3 percent).
• Diluted earnings per share of $4.65 to $4.90 (prior $4.45 to $4.90).

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Columbia Sportswear Company (NASDAQ: COLM, the “Company”), a multi-brand global leading innovator in outdoor, active and lifestyle products including apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment, today announced third quarter 2026 financial results for the period ended September 30, 2026.

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Tim Boyle commented, “We’re pleased to have delivered net sales and EPS growth exceeding our guidance for the third quarter. These results primarily reflected a portion of delayed Fall ’26 wholesale orders shipping earlier-than-expected, improved trends in our U.S. DTC business, and the continued momentum of our international business, despite challenging global macroeconomic conditions.

“Our third quarter performance provides continued tangible signs of progress with our ACCELERATE Growth Strategy. We are particularly encouraged by the momentum building in our Columbia brand U.S. DTC E-Commerce business, which represents the pinnacle expression of our brand.

“While fourth quarter execution will be critical to our full year performance, better-than-expected third quarter performance combined with improving trends in our U.S. business and the shipment of remaining Fall ’26 global wholesale orders gives us the confidence to raise the low end of our full-year revenue and EPS guidance.

“The operating environment remains challenging and uncertain, and we will continue working to elevate the Columbia brand and improve consumer perceptions in the U.S. That said, we are increasingly confident that the Columbia brand ACCELERATE Growth Strategy is gaining traction and putting us on the right track to return to healthy, sustainable growth over the longer-term. We remain focused on what we can control, and will continue executing our strategy and vision to:

• accelerate profitable growth;
• create iconic products that are differentiated, functional and innovative;
• drive brand engagement with increased, focused demand creation investments;
• enhance consumer experiences by investing in capabilities to delight and retain consumers;
• amplify marketplace excellence that is digitally-led, omni-channel, and global; and
• empower talent that is driven by our core values.”

CFO’s Commentary and Financial Review Presentation Available Online

For a detailed review of the Company’s third quarter 2026 financial results, please refer to the CFO Commentary and Financial Review presentation furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on a Current Report on Form 8-K and published on the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at http://investor.columbia.com/financial-results at approximately 4:15 p.m. ET today. Analysts and investors are encouraged to review this commentary prior to participating in our conference call.

ACCELERATE Growth Strategy

ACCELERATE is a growth strategy intended to elevate the Columbia brand to attract younger and more active consumers. It is a multi-year effort centered around several consumer-centric shifts to our brand, product and marketplace strategies, as well as enhanced ways of working. Last year, the Columbia brand launched its new brand platform “Engineered for Whatever” through a global brand campaign, released certain new products designed with a younger, more active consumer in mind, and re-launched the U.S. Columbia.com website, with enhanced features and photography. The foundational shifts of the ACCELERATE Growth Strategy are continuing to show tangible signs of traction with our target consumers. As the strategy evolves, the Columbia brand is sharpening its focus on strategic pillars, and building credibility, relevance and style in outdoor performance and lifestyle. For more information on the ACCELERATE Growth Strategy, please refer to the CFO Commentary and Financial Review presentation.

Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results

(All comparisons are between third quarter 2026 and third quarter 2025, unless otherwise noted.)

Net sales increased 2 percent (2 percent constant-currency) to $962.6 million from $943.4 million for the comparable period in 2025. Sales growth in most of our international markets was partially offset by lower U.S. net sales, which reflected later shipments of Fall 2026 wholesale orders, partially offset by growth in our direct-to-consumer (“DTC”) business.

Gross margin contracted 20 basis points to 49.8 percent of net sales from 50.0 percent of net sales for the comparable period in 2025. Gross margin contraction primarily reflected accommodations to our factory partners, partially offset by the current-period benefit of International Emergency Economic Powers Act (“IEEPA”) tariff refunds previously received.

SG&A expenses were $375.6 million, or 39.0 percent of net sales, compared to $380.9 million, or 40.4 percent of net sales, for the comparable period in 2025.

Impairment of goodwill and intangible assets of $29.0 million related to prAna and Mountain Hardwear in third quarter 2025, compared to no such charges in third quarter 2026.

Operating income of $109.6 million, or 11.4 percent of net sales, compared to operating income of $67.4 million, or 7.1 percent of net sales, for the comparable period in 2025.

Interest income, net of $2.8 million, compared to $2.9 million for the comparable period in 2025.

Income tax expense of $26.8 million resulted in an effective income tax rate of 24.0 percent, compared to income tax expense of $19.0 million, or an effective income tax rate of 26.7 percent, for the comparable period in 2025.

Net income of $84.7 million, or $1.66 per diluted share, compared to net income of $52.0 million, or $0.95 per diluted share, for the comparable period in 2025. Third quarter 2025 impairment charges negatively impacted diluted earnings per share by $0.46.

First Nine Months 2026 Financial Results

(All comparisons are between first nine months 2026 and first nine months 2025, unless otherwise noted.)

Net sales increased 1 percent (flat on a constant-currency basis) to $2,356.0 million from $2,327.1 million for the comparable period in 2025.

Gross margin expanded 220 basis points to 52.3 percent of net sales from 50.1 percent of net sales for the comparable period in 2025. Gross margin expansion primarily reflected an approximate 230 basis point current-period benefit of IEEPA tariff refunds previously received, net of accommodations to our factory partners.

SG&A expenses were $1,065.0 million, or 45.2 percent of net sales, compared to $1,061.0 million, or 45.6 percent of net sales, for the comparable period in 2025.

Impairment of goodwill and intangible assets of $29.0 million related to prAna and Mountain Hardwear in the first nine months of 2025, compared to no such charges in the first nine months of 2026.

Operating income of $182.5 million, or 7.7 percent of net sales, compared to $90.3 million, or 3.9 percent of net sales, for the comparable period in 2025.

Interest income, net of $13.9 million, compared to $14.5 million for the comparable period in 2025.

Income tax expense of $49.5 million resulted in an effective income tax rate of 25.4 percent, compared to $25.2 million, or an effective income tax rate of 23.1 percent, for the comparable period in 2025.

Net income of $145.6 million, or $2.82 per diluted share, compared to $84.1 million, or $1.53 per diluted share, for the comparable period in 2025. The current-period benefit of IEEPA tariff refunds previously received, net of accommodations to our factory partners, benefited diluted earnings per share by $0.85.

Balance Sheet as of September 30, 2026

Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments totaled $229.6 million, compared to $236.0 million as of September 30, 2025.

The Company had no borrowings as of either September 30, 2026 or September 30, 2025.

Inventories increased 11 percent to $889.2 million, compared to $800.4 million as of September 30, 2025. Inventory growth primarily reflected higher in-transit inventory from delayed Fall 2026 receipts and earlier production of Spring 2027 inventory. Inventory at quarter-end primarily consisted of current and future season product, with older season inventories representing a manageable portion of total inventory.

Cash Flow for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2026

Net cash used in operating activities was $280.5 million, compared to $333.4 million for the comparable period in 2025.

Capital expenditures totaled $40.8 million, compared to $46.6 million for the comparable period in 2025.

Share Repurchases for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2026

The Company repurchased 3,342,569 shares of common stock for an aggregate of $200.0 million, or an average price per share of $59.83.

At September 30, 2026, $226.5 million remained available under our stock repurchase authorization, which does not obligate the Company to acquire any specific number of shares or to acquire shares over any specified period of time.

Quarterly Cash Dividend

The Board of Directors approved a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.30 per share, payable on December 3, 2026 to shareholders of record on November 19, 2026.

Full Year 2026 and Preliminary First Half 2027 Financial Outlooks

(Additional financial outlook details can be found in the CFO Commentary and Financial Review presentation.)

The Company’s full year 2026 and fourth quarter 2026 Financial Outlooks, and preliminary first half 2027 commentary are forward-looking in nature, and the following forward-looking statements reflect our expectations as of October 29, 2026, and are subject to significant risks and business uncertainties, including those factors described under “Forward-Looking Statements” below. These risks and uncertainties limit our ability to accurately forecast results. The Company’s Financial Outlook assumes that the current U.S. tariff rates remain in place through the end of this year.

Net sales are expected to increase 2.0 to 3.0 percent (prior 1.0 to 3.0 percent), resulting in net sales of $3.46 to $3.50 billion (prior $3.43 to $3.50 billion), compared to $3.40 billion in 2025. Foreign currency translation is expected to benefit net sales by approximately 50 to 70 basis points (prior 30 to 50 basis points).

Gross margin is expected to expand 160 to 180 basis points resulting in gross margin of 52.1 to 52.3 percent of net sales (unchanged), compared to 50.5 percent of net sales in 2025. Gross margin expectations include an approximate 180 basis-point benefit from IEEPA tariff refunds, net of accommodations to our factory partners.

SG&A expenses, as a percent of net sales, are expected to be 43.8 to 44.0 percent (prior 43.6 to 44.2 percent), compared to SG&A expense as a percent of net sales of 44.2 percent in 2025.

Operating margin is expected to be 8.7 to 9.1 percent of net sales (prior 8.5 to 9.3 percent), compared to operating margin of 6.1 percent of net sales in 2025.

Effective income tax rate is expected to be approximately 25.0 percent (unchanged).

Diluted earnings per share is expected to be $4.65 to $4.90 (prior $4.45 to $4.90), compared to $3.24 in 2025.

Operating cash flow is expected to be $230 to $250 million (prior $290 to $310 million). The change in projected operating cash flow is due to earlier production of Spring 2027 inventory, which is expected to increase our year-end inventory balance.

Capital expenditures are planned to be in the range of $60 to $70 million (prior $65 to $75 million).

Fourth Quarter 2026 Financial Outlook

• Net sales are expected to be $1,108 to $1,145 million, representing growth of 3.5 to 7.0 percent from $1,070 million for the comparable period in 2025. Net sales guidance includes the impact of a higher proportion of Fall 2026 shipments occurring in fourth quarter 2026 in comparison to the timing of Fall 2025 shipments last year.
• Operating income is expected to be 10.8 to 12.0 percent of net sales, compared to operating income of 10.9 percent of net sales for the comparable period in 2025. Operating margin includes a slight expected cost of sales benefit from the remaining IEEPA tariff refunds included in inventory.
• Diluted earnings per share is expected to be $1.85 to $2.10, compared to $1.73 for the comparable period in 2025. This range reflects an estimated effective tax rate of approximately 24.5 percent for the fourth quarter.

Preliminary First Half 2027 Commentary

• Wholesale net sales are expected to grow in the mid-single-digit percent range for the first half of 2027, which reflects an increase of our Spring 2027 wholesale order book, and forecasted effects from reorders, replenishment orders and cancellations.

Conference Call

The Company will hold its third quarter 2026 conference call at 5:00 p.m. ET today. Dial (888) 506-0062 to participate. The call will also be webcast live on the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at https://investor.columbia.com.

Supplemental Financial Information

Since Columbia Sportswear Company is a global company, the comparability of its operating results reported in United States dollars is affected by foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations because the underlying currencies in which it transacts change in value over time compared to the United States dollar. To supplement financial information reported in accordance with GAAP, the Company discloses constant-currency net sales information, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, to provide a framework to assess how the business performed excluding the effects of changes in the exchange rates used to translate net sales generated in foreign currencies into United States dollars. The Company calculates constant-currency net sales by translating net sales in foreign currencies for the current period into United States dollars at the average exchange rates that were in effect during the comparable period of the prior year. Management believes that this non-GAAP financial measure reflects an additional and useful way of viewing an aspect of our operations that, when viewed in conjunction with our GAAP results, provides a more comprehensive understanding of our business and operations. In particular, investors may find the non-GAAP financial measure useful by reviewing our net sales results without the volatility in foreign currency exchange rates. This non-GAAP financial measure also facilitates management’s internal comparisons to our historical net sales results and comparisons to competitors’ net sales results.

The non-GAAP financial measures should be viewed in addition to, and not in lieu of or superior to, our financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP. The Company provides a reconciliation of non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable financial measure calculated in accordance with GAAP. See the “Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures” table included herein. The non-GAAP financial measures presented may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies.

Forward-Looking Statements

This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding the Company’s expectations, anticipations or beliefs about the Company’s ability to realize growth opportunities and manage expenses; the Company’s ACCELERATE Growth Strategy and efforts to elevate its brand, inventory levels and composition; share repurchases; financial position; marketing strategies; timing and payment of dividends; the impact of foreign currency translation; the effect of, and any changes to, tariff rates and refunds; and the Company’s expectations regarding its financial results for full year 2026 net sales, gross margin, SG&A expenses, operating margin, effective income tax rate, diluted earnings per share, operating cash flow, and capital expenditures; fourth quarter 2026 net sales, operating margin, effective income tax rate, and diluted earnings per share; and first half 2027 wholesale net sales. Forward-looking statements often use words such as “will,” “anticipate,” “continue,” “estimate,” “expect,” “should,” “may,” “plan,” “intend,” and other words and terms of similar meaning or reference future dates. The Company’s expectations, beliefs and projections are expressed in good faith and are believed to have a reasonable basis; however, each forward-looking statement involves a number of risks and uncertainties, including those set forth in this document, those described in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q under the heading “Risk Factors,” and those that have been or may be described in other reports filed by the Company, including reports on Form 8-K. Potential risks and uncertainties that may affect our future revenues, earnings and performance and could cause the actual results of operations or financial condition of the Company to differ materially from the anticipated results expressed or implied by forward-looking statements in this document include: loss of key customer accounts; our ability to execute our ACCELERATE Growth Strategy; our ability to effectively execute our business strategies, including initiatives to upgrade our business processes and information technology (“IT”) systems and investments in our DTC businesses; our ability to maintain the strength and security of our IT systems; the effects of unseasonable weather, including global climate change; the seasonality of our business and timing of orders; trends affecting consumer spending, including changes in the level of consumer spending, and retail traffic patterns; unfavorable economic conditions generally; the financial health of our customers and retailer consolidation; higher than expected rates of order cancellations; changes affecting consumer demand and preferences and fashion trends; changes in international, federal or state tax, labor and other laws and regulations that affect our business, including changes in corporate tax rates, tariffs, international trade policy and geopolitical tensions, or increasing wage rates; our ability to attract and retain key personnel; risks inherent in doing business in foreign markets, including fluctuations in currency exchange rates, global credit market conditions, changes in global regulation and economic and political conditions and disease outbreaks; volatility in global production and transportation costs and capacity and timing; our ability to effectively manage our inventory and our wholesale customers’ ability to manage their inventories; our dependence on third-party manufacturers and suppliers and our ability to source at competitive prices from them or at all and our ability to import product; the effectiveness of our sales and marketing efforts; business disruptions and acts of terrorism, cyber-attacks or military activities around the globe; intense competition in the industry; our ability to establish and protect our intellectual property; and our ability to develop innovative products. The Company cautions that forward-looking statements are inherently less reliable than historical information. The Company does not undertake any duty to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this document to conform them to actual results or to reflect changes in events, circumstances or its expectations. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for the Company to predict or assess the effects of all such factors or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement.

About Columbia Sportswear Company

Columbia Sportswear Company connects active people with their passions and is a global multi-brand leading innovator in outdoor, active and lifestyle products including apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment. Founded in 1938 in Portland, Oregon, the Company’s brands are sold in 122 countries. In addition to the Columbia® brand, Columbia Sportswear Company also owns the Mountain Hard Wear®, SOREL® and prAna® brands. To learn more, please visit the Company’s websites at www.columbia.com, www.mountainhardwear.com, www.sorel.com, and www.prana.com.

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Investor Relations Contact:
Matt Tucker
(503) 985-1445
InvestorRelations@columbia.com

Source: Columbia Sportswear Company

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Columbia Sportswear (Nasdaq: COLM) is preparing for the worst with the launch of the “Don’t Panic Room,” a new social campaign and contest that challenges outdoor enthusiasts to prove they have the skills, ingenuity and resilience to survive. Interested participants can submit videos showcasing their survival skills for the chance to win a modified 40-foot x 8-foot off-grid bunker, stocked with loads of Columbia gear, footwear, tools and plenty of stuff needed for whatever comes next.

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The Don’t Panic Room is a marketing campaign and contest that challenges outdoor enthusiasts to show they have the skills, ingenuity, and resilience to survive a worst-case scenario. One winner will receive a 40-foot off-grid modified shipping container delivered directly to their door and stocked with Columbia gear, tools, and survival essentials.

The campaign kicks off today with a film at columbia.com/bunker featuring Columbia CEO Tim Boyle, who calls on viewers to prove they have what it takes to win the “Don’t Panic Room.” As the world watches wealthy tech bros building bunkers for the worst-case scenarios, the brand feels that it’s important for the rest of society to have a shot at surviving whatever Mother Nature throws at us as well.

“We’ve been making gear for bad weather and other unfortunate moments for almost 90 years,” said Tim Boyle, CEO of Columbia Sportswear. “We’ve seen it all and we figured we’d offer our fans a chance to overcome the absolute worst that can happen in the outdoors. Hopefully the winner never needs the ‘Don’t Panic Room,’ but we made sure they’ll be warm and dry if the world does go to sh*t.”

The “Don’t Panic Room” is designed to keep occupants equipped and warm during a worst-cast weather scenario. The space features a bunk bed, a small kitchen and dining area, bathroom, a robotic dog named Rocky for companionship, and shelves stocked with survival gear, footwear, tools and supplies. And to arm occupants for adventures outside the bunker, a full Columbia section includes rows of canned jackets and gear to be opened in case of emergency.

Sealed in cans to withstand the test of time, jackets like Columbia’s Terwilliger Trail Heat Seal Hooded Jacket are ready to be opened when the weather takes a turn for the worst. When the need arises, occupants can simply pop open the cans to take advantage of Omni-Heat™ Infinity, Columbia’s patented reflective thermal technology that was inspired by emergency blankets, to stay warm. The bunker is also stocked with several pairs of Columbia footwear, including the Tellurix Titanium OutDry Mid, a technical waterproof shoe designed to tackle the most unexpected conditions.

The modified shipping container will be delivered directly to the winner, and entries will be accepted through November 24, 2026 via Instagram or by visiting columbia.com/bunker.

“The ‘Don’t Panic Room’ marks the next chapter in our Engineered for Whatever platform and is another unique way to show how our gear performs when conditions get especially tough. In this case, REALLY tough,” said Matt Sutton, Head of Marketing at Columbia Sportswear. “As we all watch tech people building bunkers to hide from their own tech, we want to reward the real survivalists and outdoors people who appreciate what Mother Nature has to offer.”

Media can access stills and video assets HERE.

Don’t Panic Room Contest Abbreviated Rules:

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open only to legal residents of the 48 contiguous US/DC, 18 years of age (19 in AL/NE) and older. Void in AK, HI & where prohibited by law. Contest Entry Period starts at 12:00 p.m. ET on 10/28/26 and ends at 11:59 p.m. ET on 11/24/26. Prize is a 40’x8’ modified shipping container, which winner will need to receive and maintain, and $35,000. Subject to Official Rules, including important descriptions of the prize and requirements to receive it, how to enter, judging criteria, and restrictions, see http://www.DontPanicRoom.com/rules. Sponsor: Columbia Sportswear Company, 14375 NW Science Park Drive, Portland, OR 97229.

About Columbia Sportswear:

Columbia, the flagship brand of Portland, Oregon-based Columbia Sportswear Company, has been creating innovative apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment for outdoor enthusiasts since 1938. Columbia has become a leading global brand by channeling the company’s innovative spirit and passion for the outdoors into technologies and performance products that keep people warm, dry, cool and protected year-round. To learn more, please visit the company's website at: www.columbia.com.

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At approximately 4:15 p.m. ET, a commentary by Jim Swanson, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, reviewing the company's third quarter 2026 financial results will be furnished to the SEC on Form 8-K and published to the company's website at https://investor.columbia.com/financial-results. Analysts and investors are encouraged to review this commentary prior to participating in a conference call hosted by senior management at 5:00 p.m. ET.

To listen to the conference call, please dial 888-506-0062. The call will also be webcast live on the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at http://investor.columbia.com where it will remain available until approximately October 29, 2027.

Columbia Sportswear Company connects active people with their passions and is a global multi-brand leading innovator in outdoor, active and lifestyle products including apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment. Founded in 1938 in Portland, Oregon, the company's brands are today sold in more than 100 countries. In addition to the Columbia® brand, Columbia Sportswear Company also owns the Mountain Hard Wear®, SOREL®, and prAna® brands. To learn more, please visit the company's websites at www.columbia.com, www.mountainhardwear.com, www.sorel.com, and www.prana.com.

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Investor Relations Contact:
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503-985-1445
investorrelations@columbia.com

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Mr. Rauch transitions from his current role as General Manager of Columbia Brand North America and brings nearly 20 years of leadership experience across the Columbia family of brands, deep industry knowledge and a genuine passion for the outdoors.

"Throughout his career, Peter has built strong cross-functional partnerships, developed high-performing teams, and delivered meaningful business results,” said Peter Bragdon, President, Columbia Sportswear Company. "His deep understanding of our business, combined with his commitment to the outdoor industry and consumers we serve, positions him well to lead Mountain Hardwear into its next chapter.”

Since joining Mountain Hardwear almost eight years ago and serving as President for nearly five years, Mr. Sicotte has played a pivotal role in strengthening the brand and building a strong foundation for future success. In Mr. Sicotte’s new role, he will focus on strengthening marketplace relationships.

"We are grateful for Troy's contributions and are excited about the leadership he will continue to bring to the brand," said Craig Zanon, EVP, Europe Direct, Asia Direct and Emerging Brands. "His deep industry expertise, strong retailer partnerships and global perspective position him well to help drive the Mountain Hardwear brand's next phase of growth and success.”

“As I transition into this new role, I am excited about Mountain Hardwear's future and the opportunities ahead. I look forward to strengthening relationships with our marketplace partners and helping drive the brand's continued growth,” said Troy Sicotte.

Mr. Rauch and Mr. Sicotte will begin their new positions on September 28.

Forward-Looking Statements

This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding the Company’s expectations, anticipations or beliefs about the growth of the Company. Forward-looking statements often use words such as “will,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “should,” “may” and other words and terms of similar meaning or reference future dates. The Company’s expectations, beliefs and projections are expressed in good faith and are believed to have a reasonable basis; however, each forward-looking statement involves a number of risks and uncertainties, including those set forth in this document, those described in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q under the heading “Risk Factors,” and those that have been or may be described in other reports filed by the Company, including reports on Form 8-K. The Company does not undertake any duty to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this document to conform them to actual results or to reflect changes in events, circumstances or its expectations. New factors emerge from time to time and it is not possible for the Company to predict or assess the effects of all such factors or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement.

About Columbia Sportswear Company

Columbia Sportswear Company connects active people with their passions and is a global multi-brand leading innovator in outdoor, active and lifestyle products including apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment. Founded in 1938 in Portland, Oregon, the Company's brands are sold in 122 countries. In addition to the Columbia® brand, Columbia Sportswear Company also owns the Mountain Hard Wear®, SOREL® and prAna® brands. To learn more, please visit the Company's websites at www.columbia.com, www.mountainhardwear.com, www.sorel.com, and www.prana.com.

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Sr. Director, Corporate Communications
Columbia Sportswear Company
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• Net sales increased 2 percent (1 percent constant-currency) to $614.4 million, compared to second quarter 2025.
• In second quarter 2026, the Company received a refund of approximately $78 million of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act ("IEEPA") tariffs previously paid, including interest. Of this amount, $62 million was recognized in earnings, including a benefit of $60 million recognized in cost of sales and $2 million recognized as interest income, and $15 million was recognized as a reduction to inventory, which will benefit cost of sales as the associated inventory is sold in future periods.
• Gross margin expanded 920 basis points to 58.3 percent of net sales from 49.1 percent of net sales in second quarter 2025. Second quarter 2026 gross margin includes approximately a 980 basis point benefit from the recovery of IEEPA tariffs.
• Operating income of $30.9 million, or 5.0 percent of net sales, compared to second quarter 2025 operating loss of $23.6 million, or 3.9 percent of net sales.
• Diluted earnings per share of $0.52, compared to second quarter 2025 net loss per diluted share of $0.19. The recovery of IEEPA tariffs referred to above benefited diluted earnings per share by $0.93.
• Exited the quarter with $624.6 million of cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments and no borrowings.

Full Year 2026 Financial Outlook

The following forward-looking statements reflect our expectations as of July 30, 2026 and are subject to significant risks and business uncertainties, including those factors described under “Forward-Looking Statements” below. Additional disclosures and financial outlook details can be found in the Full Year 2026 Financial Outlook section below and the CFO Commentary and Financial Review presentation.

• Net sales of $3.43 to $3.50 billion (unchanged), representing net sales growth of 1.0 to 3.0 percent (unchanged) compared to 2025.
• Gross margin of 52.1 percent to 52.3 percent (prior 50.3 percent to 50.5 percent), including the impact of IEEPA tariff refunds.
• Operating income of $290 to $325 million (prior $230 to $262 million), representing operating margin of 8.5 to 9.3 percent of net sales (prior 6.7 to 7.5 percent).
• Diluted earnings per share of $4.45 to $4.90 (prior $3.55 to $4.00).

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Columbia Sportswear Company (NASDAQ: COLM, the "Company"), a multi-brand global leading innovator in outdoor, active and lifestyle products including apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment, today announced second quarter 2026 financial results for the period ended June 30, 2026.

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Tim Boyle commented, “We’re pleased to have delivered net sales exceeding our guidance for the second quarter, driven by the resilience of our international business, which was partly offset by continued softness in the U.S., amid growing global macroeconomic headwinds.

“Our reported second quarter earnings and profit margins include the impact of U.S. tariff refunds recognized during the quarter. Excluding this impact, our underlying performance was largely in-line with our expectations.

“We continue to see encouraging signs of progress with our ACCELERATE Growth Strategy. We are particularly pleased with our strong second quarter performance in Columbia brand footwear, one of the brand's strategic growth pillars.

“While our first half operating results have been in-line to slightly favorable overall as compared to our expectations at the start of the year, our outlook for the second half has incrementally moderated, largely due to external geopolitical and macroeconomic headwinds. That said, we continue to expect our full-year results to fall within the guidance ranges previously provided, excluding the impact of tariff refunds.

“Despite the more challenging environment, we remain confident that the Columbia brand ACCELERATE Growth Strategy is beginning to gain traction and is putting us on the right track to return to healthy, sustainable growth over the longer-term. We remain focused on what we can control, and will continue executing our strategy and vision to:

• accelerate profitable growth;
• create iconic products that are differentiated, functional and innovative;
• drive brand engagement with increased, focused demand creation investments;
• enhance consumer experiences by investing in capabilities to delight and retain consumers;
• amplify marketplace excellence that is digitally-led, omni-channel, and global; and
• empower talent that is driven by our core values."

CFO's Commentary and Financial Review Presentation Available Online

For a detailed review of the Company's second quarter 2026 financial results, please refer to the CFO Commentary and Financial Review presentation furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on a Current Report on Form 8-K and published on the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at http://investor.columbia.com/financial-results at approximately 4:15 p.m. ET today. Analysts and investors are encouraged to review this commentary prior to participating in our conference call.

ACCELERATE Growth Strategy

ACCELERATE is a growth strategy intended to elevate the Columbia brand to attract younger and more active consumers. It is a multi-year effort centered around several consumer-centric shifts to our brand, product and marketplace strategies, as well as enhanced ways of working. Last year, the Columbia brand launched its new brand platform “Engineered for Whatever” through a global brand campaign, released certain new products designed with a younger, more active consumer in mind, and re-launched the U.S. Columbia.com website, with enhanced features and photography. The foundational shifts of the ACCELERATE Growth Strategy are starting to show tangible signs of traction with our target consumers. As the strategy evolves, the Columbia brand is sharpening its focus on strategic pillars, which leverage our authenticity and heritage in outdoor performance and lifestyle. For more information on the ACCELERATE Growth Strategy, please refer to the CFO Commentary and Financial Review presentation.

Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

(All comparisons are between second quarter 2026 and second quarter 2025, unless otherwise noted.)

Net sales increased 2 percent (1 percent constant-currency) to $614.4 million from $605.2 million for the comparable period in 2025. Sales growth in most of our international markets was partially offset by lower U.S. net sales, primarily reflecting lower Spring 2026 wholesale orders and, to a lesser extent, declines in our direct-to-consumer brick-and-mortar ("DTC B&M") business.

Gross margin expanded 920 basis points to 58.3 percent of net sales from 49.1 percent of net sales for the comparable period in 2025. Gross margin expansion primarily reflected an approximate 980 basis point benefit from the recovery of IEEPA tariffs, partially offset by unfavorable channel profitability resulting from increased promotional activity within DTC B&M.

SG&A expenses were $332.2 million, or 54.1 percent of net sales, compared to $325.6 million, or 53.8 percent of net sales, for the comparable period in 2025. The largest changes in SG&A expenses were driven by higher DTC expenses, including store impairment charges and the impact of new stores, partially offset by lower enterprise technology expenses resulting from prior-year actions taken as part of our Profit Improvement Program.

Operating income of $30.9 million, or 5.0 percent of net sales, compared to operating loss of $23.6 million, or 3.9 percent of net sales, for the comparable period in 2025.

Interest income, net of $6.2 million, compared to $4.8 million for the comparable period in 2025.

Income tax expense of $9.7 million resulted in an effective income tax rate of 26.8 percent, compared to income tax benefit of $6.4 million, or an effective income tax rate of 38.5 percent, for the comparable period in 2025.

Net income of $26.6 million, or $0.52 per diluted share, compared to net loss of $10.2 million, or $0.19 per diluted share, for the comparable period in 2025. The recovery of IEEPA tariffs benefited diluted earnings per share by $0.93.

First Half 2026 Financial Results

(All comparisons are between first half 2026 and first half 2025, unless otherwise noted.)

Net sales increased 1 percent (decreased 1 percent on a constant-currency basis) to $1,393.4 million from $1,383.7 million for the comparable period in 2025.

Gross margin expanded 400 basis points to 54.1 percent of net sales from 50.1 percent of net sales for the comparable period in 2025. Gross margin expansion primarily reflected an approximate 430 basis point benefit from the recovery of IEEPA tariffs, partially offset by unfavorable channel profitability resulting from increased promotional activity within DTC B&M.

SG&A expenses were $689.3 million, or 49.5 percent of net sales, compared to $680.1 million, or 49.2 percent of net sales, for the comparable period in 2025.

Operating income of $72.9 million, or 5.2 percent of net sales, compared to $22.9 million, or 1.7 percent of net sales, for the comparable period in 2025.

Interest income, net of $11.1 million, compared to $11.7 million for the comparable period in 2025.

Income tax expense of $22.7 million resulted in an effective income tax rate of 27.2 percent, compared to $6.2 million, or an effective income tax rate of 16.3 percent, for the comparable period in 2025.

Net income of $60.9 million, or $1.17 per diluted share, compared to $32.1 million, or $0.58 per diluted share, in 2025. The recovery of IEEPA tariffs benefited diluted earnings per share by $0.92.

Balance Sheet as of June 30, 2026

Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments totaled $624.6 million, compared to $579.0 million as of June 30, 2025.

The Company had no borrowings as of either June 30, 2026 or June 30, 2025.

Inventories decreased 6 percent to $874.8 million, compared to $926.9 million as of June 30, 2025.

Cash Flow for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2026

Net cash provided by operating activities was $37.5 million, compared to net cash used in operating activities of $62.9 million for the comparable period in 2025.

Capital expenditures totaled $25.8 million, compared to $30.0 million for the comparable period in 2025.

Share Repurchases for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2026

In first quarter 2026, the Company repurchased 2,498,685 shares of common stock for an aggregate of $150.0 million, or an average price per share of $60.03. The Company did not repurchase shares during second quarter 2026.

At June 30, 2026, $276.5 million remained available under our stock repurchase authorization, which does not obligate the Company to acquire any specific number of shares or to acquire shares over any specified period of time.

Quarterly Cash Dividend

The Board of Directors approved a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.30 per share, payable on September 3, 2026 to shareholders of record on August 20, 2026.

Full Year 2026 Financial Outlook

(Additional financial outlook details can be found in the CFO Commentary and Financial Review presentation.)

The Company's full year 2026 and third quarter 2026 Financial Outlooks are forward-looking in nature, and the following forward-looking statements reflect our expectations as of July 30, 2026 and are subject to significant risks and business uncertainties, including those factors described under “Forward-Looking Statements” below. These risks and uncertainties limit our ability to accurately forecast results. The Company's Financial Outlook assumes that the current U.S. tariff rates remain in place through the end of this year.

Net sales are expected to increase 1.0 to 3.0 percent (unchanged), resulting in net sales of $3.43 to $3.50 billion, compared to $3.40 billion in 2025. Foreign currency translation is expected to benefit net sales by approximately 30 to 50 basis points (prior 50 to 100 basis points).

Gross margin is expected to expand 160 to 180 basis points resulting in gross margin of 52.1 to 52.3 percent of net sales (prior 50.3 to 50.5 percent), compared to 50.5 percent of net sales in 2025. Gross margin expectations include an approximate 180 basis points benefit from IEEPA tariff refunds recognized in second quarter 2026.

SG&A expenses, as a percent of net sales, are expected to be 43.6 to 44.2 percent (unchanged), compared to SG&A expense as a percent of net sales of 44.2 percent in 2025.

Operating margin is expected to be 8.5 to 9.3 percent of net sales (prior 6.7 to 7.5 percent), compared to operating margin of 6.1 percent of net sales in 2025.

Effective income tax rate is expected to be approximately 25.0 percent (prior 24.0 to 25.0 percent).

Diluted earnings per share is expected to be $4.45 to $4.90 (prior $3.55 to $4.00), compared to $3.24 in 2025.

Operating cash flow is expected to be $290 to $310 million (prior $300 to $330 million).

Capital expenditures are planned to be in the range of $65 to $75 million (unchanged), roughly in-line with our run rate over the past several years.

Third Quarter 2026 Financial Outlook

• Net sales are expected to be $929 to $943 million, representing a decrease of 1.5 percent to flat from $943 million for the comparable period in 2025. Net sales guidance includes the impact of a higher proportion of Fall 2026 shipments occurring in fourth quarter 2026 in comparison to the timing of Fall 2025 shipments last year.
• Operating income is expected to be 8.1 to 9.5 percent of net sales, compared to operating income of 7.1 percent of net sales in the comparable period in 2025. Operating margin includes SG&A expense deleverage driven by slight SG&A growth and gross margin contraction primarily resulting from the impact of anticipated accommodations to our factory partners, partially offset by the expected cost of sales benefit from IEEPA tariff refunds included in inventory.
• Diluted earnings per share is expected to be $1.15 to $1.35, compared to $0.95 for the comparable period in 2025. This range reflects an estimated effective tax rate of approximately 25% for the third quarter.

Conference Call

The Company will hold its second quarter 2026 conference call at 5:00 p.m. ET today. Dial (888) 506-0062 to participate. The call will also be webcast live on the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at https://investor.columbia.com.

Third Quarter 2026 Reporting Date

The Company plans to report third quarter 2026 financial results on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at approximately 4:05 p.m. ET.

Supplemental Financial Information

Since Columbia Sportswear Company is a global company, the comparability of its operating results reported in United States dollars is affected by foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations because the underlying currencies in which it transacts change in value over time compared to the United States dollar. To supplement financial information reported in accordance with GAAP, the Company discloses constant-currency net sales information, which is a non-GAAP financial measure, to provide a framework to assess how the business performed excluding the effects of changes in the exchange rates used to translate net sales generated in foreign currencies into United States dollars. The Company calculates constant-currency net sales by translating net sales in foreign currencies for the current period into United States dollars at the average exchange rates that were in effect during the comparable period of the prior year. Management believes that this non-GAAP financial measure reflects an additional and useful way of viewing an aspect of our operations that, when viewed in conjunction with our GAAP results, provides a more comprehensive understanding of our business and operations. In particular, investors may find the non-GAAP financial measure useful by reviewing our net sales results without the volatility in foreign currency exchange rates. This non-GAAP financial measure also facilitates management's internal comparisons to our historical net sales results and comparisons to competitors' net sales results.

The non-GAAP financial measures should be viewed in addition to, and not in lieu of or superior to, our financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP. The Company provides a reconciliation of non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable financial measure calculated in accordance with GAAP. See the "Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures" table included herein. The non-GAAP financial measures presented may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies.

Forward-Looking Statements

This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding the Company’s expectations, anticipations or beliefs about the Company's ability to realize growth opportunities, drive long-term market share gains and manage expenses, financial position, marketing strategies, timing and payment of dividends, the impact of foreign currency translation, the effect of, and any changes to, tariff rates and refunds, and the Company’s expectations regarding its financial results for full year 2026 net sales, gross margin, SG&A expenses, operating margin, effective income tax rate, diluted earnings per share, operating cash flow, and capital expenditures, as well as third quarter 2026 net sales, operating margin, and diluted earnings per share. Forward-looking statements often use words such as "will," "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "should," "may," "plan", "intend", and other words and terms of similar meaning or reference future dates. The Company's expectations, beliefs and projections are expressed in good faith and are believed to have a reasonable basis; however, each forward-looking statement involves a number of risks and uncertainties, including those set forth in this document, those described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q under the heading "Risk Factors," and those that have been or may be described in other reports filed by the Company, including reports on Form 8-K. Potential risks and uncertainties that may affect our future revenues, earnings and performance and could cause the actual results of operations or financial condition of the Company to differ materially from the anticipated results expressed or implied by forward-looking statements in this document include: loss of key customer accounts; our ability to execute our ACCELERATE Growth Strategy; our ability to execute and realize cost savings related to our Profit Improvement Plan; our ability to effectively execute our business strategies, including initiatives to upgrade our business processes and information technology (“IT”) systems and investments in our DTC businesses; our ability to maintain the strength and security of our IT systems; the effects of unseasonable weather, including global climate change; the seasonality of our business and timing of orders; trends affecting consumer spending, including changes in the level of consumer spending, and retail traffic patterns; unfavorable economic conditions generally; the financial health of our customers and retailer consolidation; higher than expected rates of order cancellations; changes affecting consumer demand and preferences and fashion trends; changes in international, federal or state tax, labor and other laws and regulations that affect our business, including changes in corporate tax rates, tariffs, international trade policy and geopolitical tensions, or increasing wage rates; our ability to attract and retain key personnel; risks inherent in doing business in foreign markets, including fluctuations in currency exchange rates, global credit market conditions, changes in global regulation and economic and political conditions and disease outbreaks; volatility in global production and transportation costs and capacity and timing; our ability to effectively manage our inventory and our wholesale customers' to manage their inventories; our dependence on third-party manufacturers and suppliers and our ability to source at competitive prices from them or at all and our ability to import product; the effectiveness of our sales and marketing efforts; business disruptions and acts of terrorism, cyber-attacks or military activities around the globe; intense competition in the industry; our ability to establish and protect our intellectual property; and our ability to develop innovative products. The Company cautions that forward-looking statements are inherently less reliable than historical information. The Company does not undertake any duty to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this document to conform them to actual results or to reflect changes in events, circumstances or its expectations. New factors emerge from time to time and it is not possible for the Company to predict or assess the effects of all such factors or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement.

About Columbia Sportswear Company

Columbia Sportswear Company connects active people with their passions and is a global multi-brand leading innovator in outdoor, active and lifestyle products including apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment. Founded in 1938 in Portland, Oregon, the Company's brands are sold in 122 countries. In addition to the Columbia® brand, Columbia Sportswear Company also owns the Mountain Hard Wear®, SOREL® and prAna® brands. To learn more, please visit the Company's websites at www.columbia.com, www.mountainhardwear.com, www.sorel.com, and www.prana.com.