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Williams-Sonoma Beats Earnings, Faces Revenue Decline Amid Inflation

3/19/2026

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Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM) reported fourth-quarter earnings of $3.04 per share, beating expectations of $2.91.
Revenue fell 4.3% year over year to $2.36 billion, and the operating margin declined to 20.3% due to higher expenses.
The stock closed at $183.92, 16.7% below the 52-week high of $220.67, as investors remain cautious amid rising consumer loan delinquencies and inflation concerns.
Over five years, a $1,000 investment would be worth $2,277.

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Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM) reported fourth-quarter earnings of $3.04 per share, beating expectations of $2.91.
Revenue fell 4.3% year over year to $2.36 billion, and the operating margin declined to 20.3% due to higher expenses.
The stock closed at $183.92, 16.7% below the 52-week high of $220.67, as investors remain cautious amid rising consumer loan delinquencies and inflation concerns.
Over five years, a $1,000 investment would be worth $2,277.