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Burlington Stores, Inc. Reports Strong Second Quarter 2025 Earnings

Burlington Stores, Inc. (BURL) | August 28, 2025

By Quinn Adams

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Burlington Stores, Inc. announced its results for the second quarter of 2025, showcasing impressive growth in total sales and comparable store sales.

The company reported a net income of $94 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.47.

Adjusted EBIT margin increased by 120 basis points, and adjusted EPS grew by 39% to $1.72, excluding certain expenses associated with bankruptcy acquired leases.

Total Sales Growth

Total sales increased by 10% compared to the previous year.

Adjusted EPS Guidance

Full-year adjusted EPS guidance raised to $9.19 to $9.59, excluding anticipated expenses related to bankruptcy acquired leases.

Margin Improvement

Gross margin rate increased by 90 basis points, with merchandise margin expanding by 60 basis points.

SG&A Expenses

Adjusted SG&A decreased to 26.7% of net sales, excluding expenses associated with bankruptcy acquired leases.

Earnings Performance

Net income rose to $94 million, with adjusted net income reaching $110 million.

  • Burlington Stores demonstrated a strong financial performance in the second quarter, driven by robust sales growth and margin expansion.
  • The company's strategic initiatives, labeled as Burlington 2.0 strategies, showed promising early results with the potential to drive long-term performance.

Burlington Stores' exceptional second-quarter results and raised guidance reflect its solid performance and strategic direction for future growth. The company's focus on margin improvement and earnings growth signals a positive outlook for investors.