HanesBrands has announced results for the first quarter of 2021, with continued sales momentum across the company’s global innerwear and activewear businesses driving strong adjusted operating profit and cash flow.

Net sales from continuing operations for the first quarter ended April 3, 2021, totaled $1.51 billion, an increase of 25% compared with $1.20 billion for the period ended March 28, 2020. Total constant currency first-quarter net sales increased 22%.

Double-digit growth in both global innerwear and activewear businesses was driven by strong point-of-sale performance across all major channels, led by 82% growth in online channels, and market share gains in key categories. First-quarter sales growth also benefited from a comparison with the initial pandemic shutdowns in the year ago period and certain one-time contributions, including government stimulus and retailer restocking.

“Our strong first-quarter results showed growth across all business segments,” said Chief Executive Officer Steve Bratspies. “Champion continued its rapid growth, driven by strong consumer demand. We gained share in U.S. Innerwear, and our Hanes Total Support Pouch launch shows how our brands can appeal to younger consumers with a combination of innovative products and compelling marketing. Our global online sales grew more than 80% as we focus on empowering consumers to shop when, where and how they want to shop.

“I want to thank our 61,000 associates who continue to meet consumer demand around the world as we continue to face COVID-related challenges. Our first-quarter results show the competitive advantages of our supply chain as well as the rapid progress we’re making on our Full Potential plan to generate long-term revenue and profit growth.”

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