Home retailer Williams-Sonoma, Inc., owners of the West Elm and Pottery Barn brands, has reported
According to its second quarter ended 2 August 2026, total sales rose 6.2% to $1.9bn from $1.8bn in 2025.
West Elms revenues rose 6.4% to $496.2m from $468.5m, while Pottery Barn sales rose 5.1% to $770.8m from $724.5m. Williams Sonoma sales increased 3.5% to $268.8m from $249m.
Net earnings resulted at $338.1m, up from $247.5m against the same period last year.
Looking ahead, the group said it is raising its fiscal 2026 guidance to reflect its year-to-date strong performance. In fiscal 2026, the group now expects annual net revenues in the range of +4.7% to +7.2%, with comps in the range of +4.0% to +6.5%; and an operating margin, on a non-GAAP basis, between 17.8% to 18.2%.
Laura Alber, President and Chief Executive Officer, said: “We delivered a very strong second quarter. In Q2, our comp came in at 6.2%, with total revenue growth of 6.7%, and we drove an operating margin of 17.3% with earnings per share of $2.10. Every brand delivered again in the quarter, driven by strong execution across our brands, our channels, and our team.
“Our strategies continue to gain momentum, and our results reflect the power of our execution. We gained market share, continued to outperform the industry, and raised our annual outlook on both the top and bottom lines. We are delivering compounding results despite the housing market and other macroeconomic events, and we remain confident in our priorities and plans for the remainder of 2026 and beyond.”
