UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
_________________________
FORM 10-Q
_________________________
(Mark One)
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended May 2,October 31, 2021.         
or
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from to

Commission File Number: 001-14077
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WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
_________________________
Delaware
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
3250 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA
(Address of principal executive offices)
94-2203880
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
94109
(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (415) 421-7900

(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
_________________________

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class:Trading
Symbol(s):
Name of each exchange
on which registered:
Common Stock, par value $.01 per shareWSMNew York Stock Exchange, Inc.
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes No ¨

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files). Yes No ¨

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filerAccelerated filer¨
Non-accelerated filer¨Smaller reporting company
Emerging growth company  

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes No

As of May 30,November 28, 2021, 75,119,07772,954,519 shares of the registrant’s Common Stock were outstanding.


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WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC.
REPORT ON FORM 10-Q
FOR THE QUARTER ENDED MAY 2,OCTOBER 31, 2021

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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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Item 1.
Item 2.
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Item 4.
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1.
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ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS
(Unaudited)
Thirteen Weeks Ended Thirteen
 Weeks Ended
Thirty-nine
 Weeks Ended
In thousands, except per share amountsIn thousands, except per share amountsMay 2,
2021
May 3,
2020
In thousands, except per share amountsOctober 31,
2021
November 1,
2020
October 31,
2021
November 1,
2020
Net revenuesNet revenues$1,749,029 $1,235,203 Net revenues$2,047,539 $1,764,536 $5,744,907 $4,490,516 
Cost of goods soldCost of goods sold996,176 820,943 Cost of goods sold1,152,054 1,058,953 3,238,181 2,819,471 
Gross profitGross profit752,853 414,260 Gross profit895,485 705,583 2,506,726 1,671,045 
Selling, general and administrative expensesSelling, general and administrative expenses477,676 365,615 Selling, general and administrative expenses565,218 430,979 1,578,182 1,162,435 
Operating incomeOperating income275,177 48,645 Operating income330,267 274,604 928,544 508,610 
Interest expense, netInterest expense, net1,872 2,159 Interest expense, net121 5,344 1,954 13,967 
Earnings before income taxesEarnings before income taxes273,305 46,486 Earnings before income taxes330,146 269,260 926,590 494,643 
Income taxesIncome taxes45,503 11,063 Income taxes80,622 67,488 203,194 122,884 
Net earningsNet earnings$227,802 $35,423 Net earnings$249,524 $201,772 $723,396 $371,759 
Basic earnings per shareBasic earnings per share$3.01 $0.46 Basic earnings per share$3.37 $2.60 $9.66 $4.80 
Diluted earnings per shareDiluted earnings per share$2.90 $0.45 Diluted earnings per share$3.29 $2.54 $9.40 $4.71 
Shares used in calculation of earnings per share:Shares used in calculation of earnings per share:Shares used in calculation of earnings per share:
BasicBasic75,800 77,262 Basic74,010 77,487 74,865 77,511 
DilutedDiluted78,485 78,399 Diluted75,943 79,332 76,975 79,012 

See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.


WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(Unaudited)
Thirteen Weeks Ended Thirteen
 Weeks Ended
Thirty-nine
 Weeks Ended
In thousandsIn thousandsMay 2,
2021
May 3,
2020
In thousandsOctober 31,
2021
November 1,
2020
October 31,
2021
November 1,
2020
Net earningsNet earnings$227,802 $35,423 Net earnings$249,524 $201,772 $723,396 $371,759 
Other comprehensive income (loss):Other comprehensive income (loss):Other comprehensive income (loss):
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments3,700 (5,276)Foreign currency translation adjustments792 (745)970 716 
Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of tax (tax benefit) of $(241) and $196(665)549 
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of tax (tax benefit) of $(55) and $13153 (37)
Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of tax (tax benefit) of $(19), $21, $(235), and $146Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of tax (tax benefit) of $(19), $21, $(235), and $146(54)54 (654)403 
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of tax (tax benefit) of $(131), $85, $(312), and $136Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of tax (tax benefit) of $(131), $85, $(312), and $136369 (231)859 (375)
Comprehensive incomeComprehensive income$230,990 $30,659 Comprehensive income$250,631 $200,850 $724,571 $372,503 

See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited)

In thousands, except per share amountsIn thousands, except per share amountsMay 2,
2021
January 31,
2021
May 3,
2020
In thousands, except per share amountsOctober 31,
2021
January 31,
2021
November 1,
2020
ASSETSASSETSASSETS
Current assetsCurrent assetsCurrent assets
Cash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalents$639,670 $1,200,337 $861,002 Cash and cash equivalents$656,898 $1,200,337 $773,170 
Accounts receivable, netAccounts receivable, net142,459 143,728 104,829 Accounts receivable, net139,511 143,728 129,782 
Merchandise inventories, netMerchandise inventories, net1,087,528 1,006,299 1,070,681 Merchandise inventories, net1,272,028 1,006,299 1,125,475 
Prepaid expensesPrepaid expenses58,837 93,822 90,433 Prepaid expenses85,433 93,822 84,974 
Other current assetsOther current assets20,502 22,894 22,099 Other current assets22,852 22,894 23,556 
Total current assetsTotal current assets1,948,996 2,467,080 2,149,044 Total current assets2,176,722 2,467,080 2,136,957 
Property and equipment, netProperty and equipment, net875,384 873,894 907,219 Property and equipment, net892,226 873,894 869,092 
Operating lease right-of-use assetsOperating lease right-of-use assets1,054,746 1,086,009 1,175,402 Operating lease right-of-use assets1,159,315 1,086,009 1,091,649 
Deferred income taxes, netDeferred income taxes, net57,499 61,854 33,320 Deferred income taxes, net61,768 61,854 42,185 
GoodwillGoodwill85,435 85,446 85,335 Goodwill85,392 85,446 85,402 
Other long-term assets, netOther long-term assets, net88,180 87,141 67,795 Other long-term assets, net101,901 87,141 85,394 
Total assetsTotal assets$4,110,240 $4,661,424 $4,418,115 Total assets$4,477,324 $4,661,424 $4,310,679 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITYLIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITYLIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilitiesCurrent liabilitiesCurrent liabilities
Accounts payableAccounts payable$574,876 $542,992 $423,375 Accounts payable$638,371 $542,992 $562,294 
Accrued expensesAccrued expenses174,139 267,592 137,495 Accrued expenses273,722 267,592 194,985 
Gift card and other deferred revenueGift card and other deferred revenue389,640 373,164 299,353 Gift card and other deferred revenue431,446 373,164 349,671 
Income taxes payableIncome taxes payable93,282 69,476 24,049 Income taxes payable38,320 69,476 36,037 
Current debtCurrent debt299,350 Current debt— 299,350 — 
Borrowings under revolving line of credit487,823 
Operating lease liabilitiesOperating lease liabilities208,739 209,754 224,541 Operating lease liabilities218,348 209,754 217,448 
Other current liabilitiesOther current liabilities78,597 85,672 85,458 Other current liabilities91,418 85,672 99,691 
Total current liabilitiesTotal current liabilities1,519,273 1,848,000 1,682,094 Total current liabilities1,691,625 1,848,000 1,460,126 
Deferred lease incentivesDeferred lease incentives19,505 20,612 26,254 Deferred lease incentives17,268 20,612 21,858 
Long-term debtLong-term debt299,868 Long-term debt— — 299,173 
Long-term operating lease liabilitiesLong-term operating lease liabilities999,288 1,025,057 1,109,473 Long-term operating lease liabilities1,095,290 1,025,057 1,027,142 
Other long-term liabilitiesOther long-term liabilities124,878 116,570 81,497 Other long-term liabilities129,771 116,570 100,478 
Total liabilitiesTotal liabilities2,662,944 3,010,239 3,199,186 Total liabilities2,933,954 3,010,239 2,908,777 
Commitments and contingencies – See Note FCommitments and contingencies – See Note F000Commitments and contingencies – See Note F000
Stockholders’ equityStockholders’ equityStockholders’ equity
Preferred stock: $0.01 par value; 7,500 shares authorized; NaN issued   00   0
Common stock: $0.01 par value; 253,125 shares authorized; 75,235, 76,340 and 77,759 shares issued and outstanding at May 2, 2021, January 31, 2021 and May 3, 2020, respectively753 764 778 
Preferred stock: $0.01 par value; 7,500 shares authorized; none issuedPreferred stock: $0.01 par value; 7,500 shares authorized; none issued— — — 
Common stock: $0.01 par value; 253,125 shares authorized; 73,326, 76,340 and 76,697 shares issued and outstanding at October 31, 2021, January 31, 2021 and November 1, 2020, respectivelyCommon stock: $0.01 par value; 253,125 shares authorized; 73,326, 76,340 and 76,697 shares issued and outstanding at October 31, 2021, January 31, 2021 and November 1, 2020, respectively734 764 768 
Additional paid-in capitalAdditional paid-in capital556,305 638,375 596,184 Additional paid-in capital585,449 638,375 623,379 
Retained earningsRetained earnings894,878 1,019,762 641,917 Retained earnings963,840 1,019,762 792,196 
Accumulated other comprehensive lossAccumulated other comprehensive loss(3,929)(7,117)(19,351)Accumulated other comprehensive loss(5,942)(7,117)(13,843)
Treasury stock, at cost: 4, 8 and 8 shares as of May 2, 2021, January 31, 2021 and May 3, 2020, respectively(711)(599)(599)
Treasury stock, at cost: 4, 8 and 8 shares as of October 31, 2021, January 31, 2021 and November 1, 2020, respectivelyTreasury stock, at cost: 4, 8 and 8 shares as of October 31, 2021, January 31, 2021 and November 1, 2020, respectively(711)(599)(598)
Total stockholders’ equityTotal stockholders’ equity1,447,296 1,651,185 1,218,929 Total stockholders’ equity1,543,370 1,651,185 1,401,902 
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equityTotal liabilities and stockholders’ equity$4,110,240 $4,661,424 $4,418,115 Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity$4,477,324 $4,661,424 $4,310,679 
See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
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WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
(Unaudited)
 
Common Stock
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Treasury
Stock
Total
Stockholders’
Equity
 
Common Stock
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Treasury
Stock
Total
Stockholders’
Equity
In thousandsIn thousandsSharesAmountIn thousandsSharesAmount
Balance at January 31, 2021Balance at January 31, 202176,340 $764 $638,375 $1,019,762 $(7,117)$(599)$1,651,185 Balance at January 31, 202176,340 $764 $638,375 $1,019,762 $(7,117)$(599)$1,651,185 
Net earningsNet earnings— — — 227,802 — — 227,802 Net earnings— — — 227,802 — — 227,802 
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments— — — — 3,700 — 3,700 Foreign currency translation adjustments— — — — 3,700 — 3,700 
Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of taxChange in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — (665)— (665)Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — (665)— (665)
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of taxReclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — 153 — 153 Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — 153 — 153 
Conversion/release of stock-based awards 1
Conversion/release of stock-based awards 1
686 (97,958)— — (500)(98,451)
Conversion/release of stock-based awards1
686 (97,958)— — (500)(98,451)
Repurchases of common stockRepurchases of common stock(1,791)(18)(9,239)(306,272)— — (315,529)Repurchases of common stock(1,791)(18)(9,239)(306,272)— — (315,529)
Reissuance of treasury stock under stock-based compensation plans 1
Reissuance of treasury stock under stock-based compensation plans 1
— — (344)(44)— 388 
Reissuance of treasury stock under stock-based compensation plans1
— — (344)(44)— 388 — 
Stock-based compensation expenseStock-based compensation expense— — 25,471 — — — 25,471 Stock-based compensation expense— — 25,471 — — — 25,471 
Dividends declaredDividends declared— — — (46,370)— — (46,370)Dividends declared— — — (46,370)— — (46,370)
Balance at May 2, 2021Balance at May 2, 202175,235 $753 $556,305 $894,878 $(3,929)$(711)$1,447,296 Balance at May 2, 202175,235 $753 $556,305 $894,878 $(3,929)$(711)$1,447,296 
Net earningsNet earnings— — — 246,070 — — 246,070 
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments— — — — (3,522)— (3,522)
Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of taxChange in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — 65 — 65 
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of taxReclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — 337 — 337 
Conversion/release of stock-based awards1
Conversion/release of stock-based awards1
25 — (1,709)— — — (1,709)
Repurchases of common stockRepurchases of common stock(834)(8)(4,358)(131,493)— — (135,859)
Stock-based compensation expenseStock-based compensation expense— — 19,496 — — — 19,496 
Dividends declaredDividends declared— — — (45,455)— — (45,455)
Balance at August 1, 2021Balance at August 1, 202174,426 $745 $569,734 $964,000 $(7,049)$(711)$1,526,719 
Net earningsNet earnings— — — 249,524 — — 249,524 
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments— — — — 792 — 792 
Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of taxChange in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — (54)— (54)
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of taxReclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — 369 — 369 
Conversion/release of stock-based awards1
Conversion/release of stock-based awards1
20 — (2,322)— — — (2,322)
Repurchases of common stockRepurchases of common stock(1,120)(11)(5,921)(195,379)— — (201,311)
Stock-based compensation expenseStock-based compensation expense— — 23,958 — — — 23,958 
Dividends declaredDividends declared— — — (54,305)— — (54,305)
Balance at October 31, 2021Balance at October 31, 202173,326 $734 $585,449 $963,840 $(5,942)$(711)$1,543,370 
1.Amounts are shown net of shares withheld for employee taxes.
See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

 
 
Common Stock
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Treasury
Stock
Total
Stockholders’
Equity
In thousandsSharesAmount
Balance at February 2, 202077,137 $772 $605,822 $644,794 $(14,587)$(941)$1,235,860 
Net earnings— — — 35,423 — — 35,423 
Foreign currency translation adjustments— — — — (5,276)— (5,276)
Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — 549 — 549 
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — (37)— (37)
Conversion/release of stock-based awards 1
622 (28,747)— — (171)(28,912)
Reissuance of treasury stock under stock-based compensation plans 1
— — (499)(14)— 513 
Stock-based compensation expense— — 19,608 — — — 19,608 
Dividends declared— — — (38,286)— — (38,286)
Balance at May 3, 202077,759 $778 $596,184 $641,917 $(19,351)$(599)$1,218,929 





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WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
(Unaudited)
 
 
Common Stock
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Treasury
Stock
Total
Stockholders’
Equity
In thousandsSharesAmount
Balance at February 2, 202077,137 $772 $605,822 $644,794 $(14,587)$(941)$1,235,860 
Net earnings— — — 35,423 — — 35,423 
Foreign currency translation adjustments— — — — (5,276)— (5,276)
Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — 549 — 549 
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — (37)— (37)
Conversion/release of stock-based awards1
622 (28,747)— — (171)(28,912)
Reissuance of treasury stock under stock-based compensation plans1
— — (499)(14)— 513 — 
Stock-based compensation expense— — 19,608 — — — 19,608 
Dividends declared— — — (38,286)— — (38,286)
Balance at May 3, 202077,759 $778 $596,184 $641,917 $(19,351)$(599)$1,218,929 
Net earnings— — — 134,564 — — 134,564 
Foreign currency translation adjustments— — — — 6,737 — 6,737 
Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — (200)— (200)
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — (107)— (107)
Conversion/release of stock-based awards1
37 — (677)— — — (677)
Stock-based compensation expense— — 13,385 — — — 13,385 
Dividends declared— — — (39,709)— — (39,709)
Balance at August 2, 202077,796 $778 $608,892 $736,772 $(12,921)$(599)$1,332,922 
Net earnings— — — 201,772 — — 201,772 
Foreign currency translation adjustments— — — — (745)— (745)
Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — 54 — 54 
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments, net of tax— — — — (231)— (231)
Conversion/release of stock-based awards1
20 (968)— — (966)
Repurchases of common stock(1,119)(11)(5,640)(103,397)— — (109,048)
Stock-based compensation expense— — 21,095 — — — 21,095 
Dividends declared— — — (42,951)— — (42,951)
Balance at November 1, 202076,697 $768 $623,379 $792,196 $(13,843)$(598)$1,401,902 
1Amounts are shown net of shares withheld for employee taxes.
See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
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WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited)
Thirteen Weeks Ended Thirty-nine
 Weeks Ended
In thousandsIn thousandsMay 2,
2021
May 3,
2020
In thousandsOctober 31,
2021
November 1,
2020
Cash flows from operating activities:Cash flows from operating activities:Cash flows from operating activities:
Net earningsNet earnings$227,802 $35,423 Net earnings$723,396 $371,759 
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Depreciation and amortizationDepreciation and amortization47,922 46,224 Depreciation and amortization145,897 140,340 
Loss on disposal/impairment of assetsLoss on disposal/impairment of assets195 16,185 Loss on disposal/impairment of assets887 26,220 
Amortization of deferred lease incentivesAmortization of deferred lease incentives(1,108)(1,405)Amortization of deferred lease incentives(3,345)(4,538)
Non-cash lease expenseNon-cash lease expense52,955 54,262 Non-cash lease expense159,757 162,767 
Deferred income taxesDeferred income taxes(3,981)(2,585)Deferred income taxes(11,440)(6,969)
Tax benefit related to stock-based awardsTax benefit related to stock-based awards10,146 12,039 Tax benefit related to stock-based awards10,838 13,143 
Stock-based compensation expenseStock-based compensation expense26,330 19,703 Stock-based compensation expense70,566 54,671 
OtherOther(223)129 Other(9)
Changes in:Changes in:Changes in:
Accounts receivableAccounts receivable1,522 8,950 Accounts receivable4,941 (18,017)
Merchandise inventoriesMerchandise inventories(79,726)28,513 Merchandise inventories(264,094)(22,990)
Prepaid expenses and other assetsPrepaid expenses and other assets34,562 (215)Prepaid expenses and other assets(10,078)(4,807)
Accounts payableAccounts payable27,910 (92,871)Accounts payable74,181 54,279 
Accrued expenses and other liabilitiesAccrued expenses and other liabilities(90,883)(29,050)Accrued expenses and other liabilities24,400 58,539 
Gift card and other deferred revenueGift card and other deferred revenue16,174 9,960 Gift card and other deferred revenue58,189 59,953 
Operating lease liabilitiesOperating lease liabilities(53,633)(57,629)Operating lease liabilities(164,569)(171,245)
Income taxes payableIncome taxes payable22,917 6,240 Income taxes payable(31,191)13,532 
Net cash provided by operating activitiesNet cash provided by operating activities238,881 53,873 Net cash provided by operating activities788,339 726,628 
Cash flows from investing activities:Cash flows from investing activities:Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of property and equipmentPurchases of property and equipment(42,360)(42,321)Purchases of property and equipment(141,010)(124,885)
OtherOther93 242 Other97 506 
Net cash used in investing activitiesNet cash used in investing activities(42,267)(42,079)Net cash used in investing activities(140,913)(124,379)
Cash flows from financing activities:Cash flows from financing activities:Cash flows from financing activities:
Repurchases of common stockRepurchases of common stock(315,529)Repurchases of common stock(652,699)(109,048)
Repayment of long-term debtRepayment of long-term debt(300,000)Repayment of long-term debt(300,000)— 
Payment of dividendsPayment of dividends(135,201)(116,761)
Tax withholdings related to stock-based awardsTax withholdings related to stock-based awards(98,451)(28,912)Tax withholdings related to stock-based awards(102,482)(30,555)
Payment of dividends(45,576)(39,391)
Debt issuance costsDebt issuance costs(777)(3,645)
Borrowings under revolving line of creditBorrowings under revolving line of credit487,823 Borrowings under revolving line of credit— 487,823 
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities(759,556)419,520 
Repayments under revolving line of creditRepayments under revolving line of credit— (487,823)
Net cash used in financing activitiesNet cash used in financing activities(1,191,159)(260,009)
Effect of exchange rates on cash and cash equivalentsEffect of exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents2,275 (2,474)Effect of exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents294 (1,232)
Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalentsNet (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents(560,667)428,840 Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents(543,439)341,008 
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of periodCash and cash equivalents at beginning of period1,200,337 432,162 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period1,200,337 432,162 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of periodCash and cash equivalents at end of period$639,670 $861,002 Cash and cash equivalents at end of period$656,898 $773,170 
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WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
NOTE A. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - BASIS OF PRESENTATION
These financial statements include Williams-Sonoma, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiaries (“we,” “us” or “our”). The Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of May 2,October 31, 2021 and May 3,November 1, 2020, the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Earnings, the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income, the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity for the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks then ended and the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the thirteenthirty-nine weeks then ended, have been prepared by us, without audit. In our opinion, the financial statements include all adjustments (which include only normal recurring adjustments) necessary to present fairly the financial position at the balance sheet dates and the results of operations for the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks then ended. Intercompany transactions and accounts have been eliminated. The balance sheet as of January 31, 2021, presented herein, has been derived from our audited Consolidated Balance Sheet included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2021.

The results of operations for the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021 are not necessarily indicative of the operating results of the full year.

Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in the annual financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”) have been omitted. These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2021.

COVID-19
In March 2020, we announced the temporary closures of all of our retail store operations to protect our employees, customers and the communities in which we operate and to help contain the COVID-19 pandemic. As of May 2,October 31, 2021, all of our U.S.-based and the majority of our global retail stores have reopened for in-person shopping. However, we continue to experience intermittent closures or restrictions on retail capacity in certain geographies, in accordance with state and local guidelines, which may continue to impact our store traffic and retail revenues in the future and result in future store impairments. We continue to operate our e-commerce sites and distribution centers and continue to deliver products to our customers. However, we have experienced, and expect to continue to experience, delays in inventory receipts, increased raw material costs and higher shipping-related charges as a result of port slowdowns and congestions,congestion, as well as shipping container and foam shortages, due in part to the impact from COVID-19.

New Accounting Pronouncements
In December 2019, the FASB issued ASU 2019-12, Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes (Topic 740). This standard simplifies the accounting for income taxes by eliminating certain exceptions to the guidance in Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 740 related to the approach for intraperiod tax allocation, the methodology for calculating income taxes in an interim period and the recognition of deferred tax liabilities for outside basis differences. The standard also simplifies aspects of the accounting for franchise taxes and enacted changes in tax laws or rates and clarifies the accounting for transactions that result in a step-up in the tax basis of goodwill. This ASU was effective for us in the first quarter of fiscal 2021. The adoption of this ASU did not have an impact on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.

In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU 2020-04, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848). The ASU is intended to ease the potential accounting and financial reporting burden of reference rate reform, including the expected market transition from the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) and other interbank offered rates to alternative reference rates. The guidance provides optional expedients and scope exceptions for transactions if certain criteria are met. These transactions include contract modifications, hedge accounting, and the sale or transfer of debt securities classified as held-to-maturity. We may elect to apply the provisions of the new standard prospectively through December 31, 2022. Unlike other topics, the provisions of this update are only available until December 31, 2022, by which time the reference rate replacement activity is expected to be completed. We have yet to elect an adoption date, but do not believe anythe adoption would have a material impact on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.
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NOTE B. BORROWING ARRANGEMENTS

Credit Facility
We have a credit facility which provides for a $500,000,000 unsecured revolving line of credit (“revolver”). The revolver may be used to borrow revolving loans or request the issuance of letters of credit. We may, upon notice to the administrative agent, request existing or new lenders, at such lenders’ option, to increase the revolver by up to $250,000,000 to provide for a total of $750,000,000 of unsecured revolving credit. Our credit facility also provided for a $300,000,000 unsecured term loan facility (“term loan”)., which was fully repaid in February 2021. In FebruarySeptember 2021, priorwe entered into an amendment to our credit facility (the "Amended Credit Agreement"), which extended the maturity we repaiddate of the full outstanding balancerevolver to September 30, 2026 and removed the $300,000,000 term loan component available under the existing credit facility. The Amended Credit Agreement maintains the interest rate of $300,000,000 on our term loan.the revolver.

During the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021 and for year-to-date fiscal 2021, we had 0no borrowings under the revolver. Additionally, as of May 2,October 31, 2021, $12,601,000$11,919,000 in issued but undrawn standby letters of credit were outstanding under the revolver. The standby letters of credit were primarily issued to secure the liabilities associated with workers’ compensation and other insurance programs. DuringWe had no borrowings during the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020, and for year-to-date fiscal 2020, we drew downhad borrowings of $487,823,000 on ourunder the revolver (at a year-to-date weighted average interest rate of 2.00%2.47%), all of which waswere repaid prior to the end of fiscal 2020. The revolver matures on January 8, 2023,September 30, 2026, at which time all outstanding borrowings must be repaid and all outstanding letters of credit must be cash collateralized. We may elect to extend the maturity date for an additional year, subject to lender approval.

The interest rate applicable to the credit facilityrevolver is variable, and may be elected by us as: (i) the LIBOR (or future alternative rate) plus an applicable margin based on our leverage ratio ranging from 0.91% to 1.775% for a revolver borrowing, and 1.75% to 2.5% for the term loan, or (ii) a base rate as defined in the credit facility, plus an applicable margin ranging from 0% to 0.775% for a revolver borrowing, and 0.75% to 1.5% for the term loan.

In addition to the credit facility, during the second quarter of fiscal 2020 we entered into a new agreement (the “364-Day Credit Agreement”) for an additional $200,000,000 unsecured revolving line of credit. Under the 364-Day Credit Agreement, the interest rate is variable and may be elected by us as: (i) LIBOR plus an applicable margin based on our leverage ratio ranging from 1.75%0% to 2.5% or (ii) a base rate as defined in the agreement, plus an applicable margin ranging from 0.75% to 1.5%0.775%. During the first quarter of fiscal 2021, we had 0 borrowings under the 364-Day Credit Agreement. We did not renew the 364-Day Credit Agreement upon its maturity in May 2021.

The credit facility contains and the 364-Day Credit Agreement contained certain restrictive loan covenants, including, among others, a financial covenant requiring a maximum leverage ratio (funded debt adjusted for lease and rent expense to earnings before interest, income tax, depreciation, amortization and rent expense), and covenants limiting our ability to incur indebtedness, grant liens, make acquisitions, merge or consolidate, and dispose of assets. As of May 2,October 31, 2021, we were in compliance with our covenants under the credit facility and the 364-Day Credit Agreement and, based on current projections, we expect to remain in compliance with our covenants under the remaining credit facility throughout the next 12 months.

Letter of Credit Facilities
We haveOn August 22, 2021, we renewed all 3 unsecuredof our letter of credit reimbursement facilities on substantially similar terms for a total of $35,000,000,$35,000,000. We also extended each of which matures onfacility's maturity date until August 22, 2021.2022. The letter of credit facilities contain covenants that are consistent with our credit facility. Interest on unreimbursed amounts under the letter of credit facilities accrues at a base rate as defined in the credit facility, plus an applicable margin based on our leverage ratio. As of May 2,October 31, 2021, an aggregate of $5,836,000$7,542,000 was outstanding under the letter of credit facilities, which represents only a future commitment to fund inventory purchases to which we had not taken legal title. The latest expiration date possible for any future letters of credit issued under the facilities is January 19, 2022.2023.
NOTE C. STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION

Equity Award Programs
Our Amended and Restated 2001 Long-Term Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) provides for grants of incentive stock options, nonqualified stock options, stock-settled stock appreciation rights, restricted stock awards, restricted stock units (including those that are performance-based), deferred stock awards (collectively, “stock awards”) and dividend equivalents up to an aggregate of 36,570,00042,720,000 shares. As of May 2,October 31, 2021, there were approximately 1,242,0007,507,000 shares available for future grant. Awards may be granted under the Plan to officers, employees and non-employee members of the board of directors of the company (the “Board”) or any parent or subsidiary. Shares issued as a result of award exercises or releases are primarily funded with the issuance of new shares.

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Stock Awards
Annual grants of stock awards are limited to 1,000,000 shares on a per person basis. Stock awards granted to employees generally vest evenly over a period of four years for service-based awards. Certain performance-based awards, which have
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variable payout conditions based on predetermined financial targets, generally vest three years from the date of grant. Certain stock awards and other agreements contain vesting acceleration clauses resulting from events including, but not limited to, retirement, disability, death, merger or a similar corporate event. Stock awards granted to non-employee Board members generally vest in one year. Non-employee Board members automatically receive stock awards on the date of their initial election to the Board and annually thereafter on the date of the annual meeting of stockholders (so long as they continue to serve as a non-employee Board member).

Stock-Based Compensation Expense
During the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021, we recognized total stock-based compensation expense, as a component of selling, general and May 3,administrative expenses of $24,306,000 and $70,566,000, respectively. During the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks ended November 1, 2020, we recognized total stock-based compensation expense, as a component of selling, general and administrative expenses of $26,330,000$21,276,000 and $19,703,000,$54,671,000, respectively.

Restricted Stock Units
The following table summarizes our restricted stock unit activity during the thirteenthirty-nine weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021:
  Shares
Balance at January 31, 20213,118,884 
Granted359,230393,572 
Granted, with vesting subject to performance conditions107,075 
Released 1
(1,029,356)(1,096,821)
Cancelled(29,652)(124,603)
Balance at May 2,October 31, 20212,526,1812,398,107 
Vested plus expected to vest at May 2,October 31, 20212,309,9792,373,380 
1Excludes 228,666229,000 incremental shares released due to achievement of performance conditions above target.

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NOTE D. EARNINGS PER SHARE

Basic earnings per share is computed as net earnings divided by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted earnings per share is computed as net earnings divided by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding and common stock equivalents outstanding for the period. Common stock equivalents consist of shares subject to stock-based awards with exercise prices less than or equal to the average market price of our common stock for the period, to the extent their inclusion would be dilutive.

The following is a reconciliation of net earnings and the number of shares used in the basic and diluted earnings per share computations:
In thousands, except per share amountsIn thousands, except per share amountsNet EarningsWeighted
Average Shares
Earnings
Per Share
In thousands, except per share amountsNet EarningsWeighted
Average Shares
Earnings
Per Share
Thirteen weeks ended May 2, 2021
Thirteen weeks ended October 31, 2021Thirteen weeks ended October 31, 2021
BasicBasic$227,802 75,800 $3.01 Basic$249,524 74,010 $3.37 
Effect of dilutive stock-based awardsEffect of dilutive stock-based awards2,685 Effect of dilutive stock-based awards1,933 
DilutedDiluted$227,802 78,485 $2.90 Diluted$249,524 75,943 $3.29 
Thirteen weeks ended May 3, 2020
Thirteen weeks ended November 1, 2020Thirteen weeks ended November 1, 2020
BasicBasic$35,423 77,262 $0.46 Basic$201,772 77,487 $2.60 
Effect of dilutive stock-based awardsEffect of dilutive stock-based awards1,137 Effect of dilutive stock-based awards1,845 
DilutedDiluted$35,423 78,399 $0.45 Diluted$201,772 79,332 $2.54 
Thirty-nine weeks ended October 31, 2021Thirty-nine weeks ended October 31, 2021
BasicBasic$723,396 74,865 $9.66 
Effect of dilutive stock-based awardsEffect of dilutive stock-based awards2,110 
DilutedDiluted$723,396 76,975 $9.40 
Thirty-nine weeks ended November 1, 2020Thirty-nine weeks ended November 1, 2020
BasicBasic$371,759 77,511 $4.80 
Effect of dilutive stock-based awardsEffect of dilutive stock-based awards1,501 
DilutedDiluted$371,759 79,012 $4.71 

Stock-based awards of 12,000500 and 8,0004,300 were excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share for the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021, respectively, as their inclusion would be anti-dilutive. Stock-based awards of 200 and May 3,19,300 were excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share for the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks ended November 1, 2020, respectively, as their inclusion would be anti-dilutive.
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NOTE E. SEGMENT REPORTING

We identify our operating segments according to how our business activities are managed and evaluated. Each of our brands are operating segments. Because they share similar economic and other qualitative characteristics, we have aggregated our operating segments into a single reportable segment.

The following table summarizes our net revenues by brand for the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021 and May 3,November 1, 2020.
Thirteen Weeks Ended Thirteen Weeks EndedThirty-nine Weeks Ended
In thousandsIn thousandsMay 2,
2021
May 3,
2020
In thousandsOctober 31, 2021November 1, 2020October 31, 2021November 1, 2020
Pottery BarnPottery Barn$679,055 $479,615 Pottery Barn$788,732 $684,029 $2,200,110 $1,726,920 
West ElmWest Elm477,317 315,430 West Elm579,668 474,959 1,636,621 1,170,941 
Williams SonomaWilliams Sonoma265,607 199,302 Williams Sonoma272,361 259,725 793,423 702,160 
Pottery Barn Kids and TeenPottery Barn Kids and Teen236,067 188,552 Pottery Barn Kids and Teen316,417 277,598 826,421 702,137 
Other 1
Other 1
90,983 52,304 
Other 1
90,361 68,225 288,332 188,358 
Total 2
Total 2
$1,749,029 $1,235,203 
Total 2
$2,047,539 $1,764,536 $5,744,907 $4,490,516 
1Primarily consists of net revenues from our international franchise operations, Rejuvenation and Mark and Graham.
2Includes net revenues related to our international operations (including our operations in Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom and our franchise businesses) of approximately $99.9$93.1 million and $55.2$87.1 million for the thirteen weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021 and May 3,November 1, 2020, respectively, and approximately $309.1 million and $219.8 million for the thirty-nine weeks ended October 31, 2021 and November 1, 2020, respectively.

Long-lived assets by geographic location are as follows:
In thousandsIn thousandsMay 2,
2021
May 3,
2020
In thousandsOctober 31, 2021November 1, 2020
U.S.U.S.$2,012,572 $2,117,469 U.S.$2,154,392 $2,025,140 
InternationalInternational148,672 151,602 International146,210 148,582 
TotalTotal$2,161,244 $2,269,071 Total$2,300,602 $2,173,722 

NOTE F. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

We are involved in lawsuits, claims and proceedings incident to the ordinary course of our business. These disputes, which are not currently material, are increasing in number as our business expands and our company grows. We review the need for any loss contingency reserves and establish reserves when, in the opinion of management, it is probable that a matter would result in liability, and the amount of loss, if any, can be reasonably estimated. In view of the inherent difficulty of predicting the outcome of these matters, it may not be possible to determine whether any loss is probable or to reasonably estimate the amount of the loss until the case is close to resolution, in which case no reserve is established until that time. Any claims against us, whether meritorious or not, could result in costly litigation, require significant amounts of management time and result in the diversion of significant operational resources. The results of these lawsuits, claims and proceedings cannot be predicted with certainty. However, we believe that the ultimate resolution of these current matters will not have a material adverse effect on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements taken as a whole.
NOTE G. STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAM AND DIVIDENDS

Stock Repurchase Program
In MarchAugust 2021, our Board of Directors authorizedapproved a new $1,250,000,000 stock repurchase program for $1,000,000,000,authorization, which replaced our existing program.program and superseded the remaining amount outstanding under our prior stock repurchase authorization. During the thirteen weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021, we repurchased 1,790,7251,119,748 shares of our common stock at an average cost of $176.20$179.78 per share for a total cost of approximately $315,529,000$201,312,000 under our prior and new stock repurchase programs. During the thirty-nine weeks ended October 31, 2021, we repurchased 3,744,767 shares of our common stock at an average cost of $174.30 per share for a total cost of approximately $652,699,000 under our prior and new stock repurchase programs. As of May 2,October 31, 2021, there was approximately $703,833,000$1,057,485,000 remaining under our current stock repurchase program.

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During the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks ended May 3,November 1, 2020, we did 0t repurchase anyrepurchased 1,119,335 shares of our common stock. stock at an average cost of $97.42 per share for a total cost of approximately $109,048,000.

As of May 2,October 31, 2021 and May 3,November 1, 2020, we held treasury stock of $711,000 and $599,000,$598,000, respectively, that represents the cost of shares available for issuance that are intended to satisfy future stock-based award settlements in certain foreign jurisdictions.

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Stock repurchases under our program may be made through open market and privately negotiated transactions at times and in such amounts as management deems appropriate. The timing and actual number of shares repurchased will depend on a variety of factors including price, corporate and regulatory requirements, capital availability and other market conditions.

Dividends
In MarchAugust 2021, our Board of Directors authorizedapproved a $0.06, or 11.3%,20.3% increase in our quarterly cash dividend from $0.53$0.59 to $0.59$0.71 per common share, subject to capital availability.share. We declared cash dividends of $0.59$0.71 and $0.48$0.53 per common share during the thirteen weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021 and May 3,November 1, 2020, respectively. We declared cash dividends of $1.89 and $1.49 per common share during the thirty-nine weeks ended October 31, 2021 and November 1, 2020, respectively. Our quarterly cash dividend may be limited or terminated at any time.
NOTE H. DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

We have retail and e-commerce businesses in Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom, and operations throughout Asia and Europe, which expose us to market risk associated with foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations. Substantially all of our purchases and sales are denominated in U.S. dollars, which limits our exposure to this risk. However, some of our foreign operations have a functional currency other than the U.S. dollar. To mitigate this risk, we hedge a portion of our foreign currency exposure with foreign currency forward contracts in accordance with our risk management policies. We do not enter into such contracts for speculative purposes. The assets or liabilities associated with the derivative financial instruments are measured at fair value and recorded in either other current or long-term assets or other current or long-term liabilities. As discussed below, the accounting for gains and losses resulting from changes in fair value depends on whether the derivative financial instrument is designated as a hedge and qualifies for hedge accounting in accordance with the ASC 815, Derivatives and Hedging.

Cash Flow Hedges
We enter into foreign currency forward contracts designated as cash flow hedges (to sell Canadian dollars and purchase U.S. dollars) for forecasted inventory purchases in U.S. dollars by our Canadian subsidiary. These hedges have terms of up to 12 months. All hedging relationships are formally documented, and the forward contracts are designed to mitigate foreign currency exchange risk on hedged transactions. We record the effective portion of changes in the fair value of our cash flow hedges in other comprehensive income (“OCI”) until the earlier of when the hedged forecasted inventory purchase occurs or the respective contract reaches maturity. Subsequently, as the inventory is sold to the customer, we reclassify amounts previously recorded in OCI to cost of goods sold.

Changes in the fair value of the forward contract related to interest charges (or forward points) are excluded from the assessment and measurement of hedge effectiveness and are recorded in cost of goods sold. Based on the rates in effect as of May 2,October 31, 2021, we expect to reclassify a net pre-tax loss of approximately $1,677,000$696,000 from OCI to cost of goods sold over the next 12 months.

As of May 2,October 31, 2021 and May 3,November 1, 2020, we had foreign currency forward contracts outstanding (in U.S. dollars) with notional values as follows:
In thousandsIn thousandsMay 2,
2021
May 3,
2020
In thousandsOctober 31, 2021November 1, 2020
Contracts designated as cash flow hedgesContracts designated as cash flow hedges$18,000 $11,600 Contracts designated as cash flow hedges$19,500 $28,200 

Hedge effectiveness is evaluated prospectively at inception, on an ongoing basis, as well as retrospectively using regression analysis. Any measurable ineffectiveness of the hedge is recorded in selling, general and administrative expenses. No gain or loss was recognized for cash flow hedges due to hedge ineffectiveness and all hedges were deemed effective for assessment purposes for the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021 and May 3,November 1, 2020.
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The effect of derivative instruments in our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements from gains or losses recognized in income was not material for the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021 and May 3,November 1, 2020.
The fair values of our derivative financial instruments are presented in other current assets and and/or other current liabilities in our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. All fair values were measured using Level 2 inputs as defined by the fair value hierarchy described in Note I. We record all derivative assets and liabilities on a gross basis. They do not meet the balance sheet
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netting criteria as discussed in ASC 210, Balance Sheet, because we do not have master netting agreements established with our derivative counterparties that would allow for net settlement.
NOTE I. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Fair value is the price that would be received from selling an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.

We determine the fair value of financial and non-financial assets and liabilities using the fair value hierarchy established by ASC 820, Fair Value Measurement, which defines three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value, as follows:

Level 1: inputs which include quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;
Level 2: inputs which include observable inputs other than Level 1 inputs, such as quoted prices in active markets for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the asset or liability; and
Level 3: inputs which include unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the underlying asset or liability.

The fair values of our cash and cash equivalents are based on Level 1 inputs, which include quoted prices in active markets for identical assets.

Foreign Currency Derivatives and Hedging Instruments
We use the income approach to value our derivatives using observable Level 2 market data at the measurement date and standard valuation techniques to convert future amounts to a single present value amount, assuming that participants are motivated but not compelled to transact. Level 2 inputs are limited to quoted prices that are observable for the assets and liabilities, which include interest rates and credit risk ratings. We use mid-market pricing as a practical expedient for fair value measurements. Key inputs for foreign currency derivatives are the spot rates, forward rates, interest rates and credit derivative market rates.

The counterparties associated with our foreign currency forward contracts are large credit-worthy financial institutions, and the derivatives transacted with these entities are relatively short in duration, therefore, we do not consider counterparty concentration and non-performance to be material risks at this time. Both we and our counterparties are expected to perform under the contractual terms of the instruments. None of the derivative contracts we entered into are subject to credit risk-related contingent features or collateral requirements.

Long-lived Assets
We review the carrying value of all long-lived assets for impairment, primarily at an individual store level, whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value of an asset may not be recoverable. We measure property and equipment at fair value on a nonrecurring basis using Level 3 inputs as defined in the fair value hierarchy. We measure right-of-use assets on a nonrecurring basis using Level 2 inputs that are corroborated by market data. Where Level 2 inputs are not readily available, we use Level 3 inputs. Fair value of these long-lived assets is based on the present value of estimated future cash flows using a discount rate commensurate with the risk.

The significant unobservable inputs used in the fair value measurement of our store assets are sales growth/decline, gross margin, employment costs, lease escalations, market rental rates, changes in local real estate markets in which we operate, inflation and the overall economics of the retail industry. Significant fluctuations in any of these inputs individually could significantly impact our measurement of fair value.
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During the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021, 0no impairment charges were recognized. During the thirteen weeks ended May 3,November 1, 2020, no impairment charges were recognized. During the thirty-nine weeks ended November 1, 2020, we recognized impairment charges of $11,825,000$16,514,000, related to the impairment of property and equipment and $3,795,000$5,461,000, related to the impairment of operating lease right-of-use assets, due to lower projected revenues and fair market values resulting from the impact of COVID-19.

There were no transfers in and out of Level 3 categories during the thirteen and thirty-nine weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021 or May 3,November 1, 2020.
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NOTE J. ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

Changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) by component, net of tax, are as follows:

In thousandsIn thousandsForeign Currency
Translation
Cash Flow
Hedges
Accumulated Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
In thousandsForeign Currency
Translation
Cash Flow
Hedges
Accumulated Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Balance at January 31, 2021Balance at January 31, 2021$(6,398)$(719)$(7,117)Balance at January 31, 2021$(6,398)$(719)$(7,117)
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments3,700 3,700 Foreign currency translation adjustments3,700 — 3,700 
Change in fair value of derivative financial instrumentsChange in fair value of derivative financial instruments(665)(665)Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments— (665)(665)
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments 1
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments 1
153 153 
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments 1
— 153 153 
Other comprehensive income (loss)Other comprehensive income (loss)3,700 (512)3,188 Other comprehensive income (loss)3,700 (512)3,188 
Balance at May 2, 2021Balance at May 2, 2021$(2,698)$(1,231)$(3,929)Balance at May 2, 2021$(2,698)$(1,231)$(3,929)
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments(3,522)— (3,522)
Change in fair value of derivative financial instrumentsChange in fair value of derivative financial instruments— 65 65 
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments1
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments1
— 337 337 
Other comprehensive income (loss)Other comprehensive income (loss)(3,522)402 (3,120)
Balance at August 1, 2021Balance at August 1, 2021$(6,220)$(829)$(7,049)
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments792 — 792 
Change in fair value of derivative financial instrumentsChange in fair value of derivative financial instruments— (54)(54)
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments1
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments1
— 369 369 
Other comprehensive income (loss)Other comprehensive income (loss)792 315 1,107 
Balance at October 31, 2021Balance at October 31, 2021$(5,428)$(514)$(5,942)
Balance at February 2, 2020Balance at February 2, 2020$(14,593)$$(14,587)Balance at February 2, 2020$(14,593)$$(14,587)
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments(5,276)(5,276)Foreign currency translation adjustments(5,276)— (5,276)
Change in fair value of derivative financial instrumentsChange in fair value of derivative financial instruments549 549 Change in fair value of derivative financial instruments— 549 549 
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments 1
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments 1
(37)(37)
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments 1
— (37)(37)
Other comprehensive income (loss)Other comprehensive income (loss)(5,276)512 (4,764)Other comprehensive income (loss)(5,276)512 (4,764)
Balance at May 3, 2020Balance at May 3, 2020$(19,869)$518 $(19,351)Balance at May 3, 2020$(19,869)$518 $(19,351)
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments6,737 — 6,737 
Change in fair value of derivative financial instrumentsChange in fair value of derivative financial instruments— (200)(200)
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments1
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments1
— (107)(107)
Other comprehensive income (loss)Other comprehensive income (loss)6,737 (307)6,430 
Balance at August 2, 2020Balance at August 2, 2020$(13,132)$211 $(12,921)
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments(745)— (745)
Change in fair value of derivative financial instrumentsChange in fair value of derivative financial instruments— 54 54 
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments1
Reclassification adjustment for realized (gain) loss on derivative financial instruments1
— (231)(231)
Other comprehensive income (loss)Other comprehensive income (loss)(745)(177)(922)
Balance at November 1, 2020Balance at November 1, 2020$(13,877)$34 $(13,843)
1Refer to Note H for additional disclosures about reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income.
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NOTE K. REVENUE

The majority of our revenues are generated from sales of merchandise to our customers through our e-commerce websites, our direct mail catalogs, or at our retail stores and include shipping fees received from customers for delivery of merchandise to their homes. The remainder of our revenues are primarily generated from sales to our franchisees and other wholesale transactions, breakage income related to stored-value cards, and incentives received from credit card issuers in connection with our private label and co-branded credit cards.

We recognize revenue as control of promised goods or services are transferred to our customers. We record a liability at each period end where we have an obligation to transfer goods or services for which we have received consideration or have a right to consideration. We exclude from revenue any taxes assessed by governmental authorities, including value-added and other sales-related taxes, that are imposed on and are concurrent with revenue-generating activities. Our payment terms are primarily at the point of sale for merchandise sales and for most services.

See Note E for the disclosure of our net revenues by operating segment.

Merchandise Sales
Revenues from the sale of our merchandise through our e-commerce websites, our direct mail catalogs, at our retail stores, as well as to our franchisees and wholesale customers are, in each case, recognized at a point in time when control of merchandise is transferred to the customer. Merchandise can either be picked up in our stores or delivered to the customer. For merchandise picked up in the store, control is transferred at that time. For merchandise delivered to the customer, control is transferred when either delivery has been completed or, for certain merchandise, upon conveyance of the merchandise to the carrier for delivery. We exclude from revenue any taxes assessed by governmental authorities, including value-added and other sales-related taxes, that are imposed on and are concurrent with revenue-generating activities. Our payment terms are primarily at the point of sale for merchandise sales and for most services. We have elected to account for shipping and handling as fulfillment activities, and not as a separate performance obligation.

Revenue from the sale of merchandise is reported net of sales returns. We estimate future returns based on historical return trends together with current product sales performance. As of May 2,October 31, 2021 and May 3,November 1, 2020, we recorded a liability for
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expected sales returns of approximately $34,266,000$40,956,000 and $33,357,000,$37,678,000, respectively, within other current liabilities and a corresponding asset for the expected net realizable value of the merchandise inventory to be returned of approximately $10,166,000$12,127,000 and $11,603,000,$12,347,000, respectively, within other current assets in our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet.

Stored-value Cards
We issue stored-value cards that may be redeemed on future merchandise purchases. Our stored-value cards have no expiration dates. Revenue from stored-value cards is recognized at a point in time upon redemption of the card and as control of the merchandise is transferred to the customer. Revenue from estimated unredeemed stored-value cards (breakage)("breakage") is recognized in a manner consistent with our historical redemption patterns over the estimated period of redemption of our cards of approximately four years, the majority of which is recognized within one year of the card issuance. Breakage revenue is not material to our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

Credit Card Incentives
We enter into agreements with credit card issuers in connection with our private label and co-branded credit cards whereby we receive cash incentives in exchange for promised services, such as licensing our brand names and marketing the credit card program to customers. Services promised under these agreements are interrelated and are thus considered a single performance obligation. Revenue is recognized over time as we transfer promised services throughout the contract term.

Customer Loyalty Programs
We have customer loyalty programs which allow members to earn points for each qualifying purchase. Points earned enable members to receive certificates that may be redeemed on future merchandise purchases. This customer option is a material right and, accordingly, represents a separate performance obligation to the customer. The allocated consideration for the points earned by our loyalty program members is deferred based on the standalone selling price of the points and recorded within gift card and other deferred revenue within our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet. The measurement of
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standalone selling prices takes into consideration the discount the customer would receive in a separate transaction for the delivered item, as well as our estimate of certificates expected to be redeemed, based on historical redemption patterns. This measurement is applied to our portfolio of performance obligations for points earned, as all obligations have similar economic characteristics. We believe the impact to our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements would not be materially different if this measurement was applied to each individual performance obligation. Revenue is recognized for these performance obligations at a point in time when certificates are redeemed by the customer. These obligations relate to contracts with terms less than one year, as our certificates generally expire within six months from issuance.

Deferred Revenue
We defer revenue when cash payments are received in advance of satisfying performance obligations, primarily associated with our stored-value cards, merchandise sales, and incentives received from credit card issuers. As of May 2,October 31, 2021 and May 3,November 1, 2020, we had recorded $392,807,000$435,213,000 and $301,031,000$349,671,000, respectively, for gift card and other deferred revenue in our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet, substantially all of which is expected to be recognized into revenue within the next 12 months.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, as well as assumptions that, if they do not fully materialize or are proven incorrect, could cause our business and results of operations to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements include statements related to: the continuing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business, results of operations and financial condition; our revenue growth; expanding our expandedsales and operating margin; production, transportation and supply chain;chain challenges; backorder levels; our strategic initiatives; our beliefs regarding customer behavior and industry trends; our merchandise strategies; our growth strategies for our brands; our beliefs regarding the resolution of current lawsuits, claims and proceedings; our stock repurchase program; our expectations regarding our cash flow hedges and foreign currency risks; our planned use of cash, including our commitment to continue or increase quarterly dividend payments; our future compliance with the financial covenants contained in our credit facility; our belief that our cash on-hand, in addition to our available credit facility, will provide adequate liquidity for our business operations over the next 12 months; our beliefs regarding our exposure to foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations; and our beliefs regarding seasonal patterns associated with our business, as well as statements of belief and statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. You can identify these and other forward-looking statements by the use of words such as “may,” “should,” “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “intends,” “potential,”
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“continue, “continue,” or the negative of such terms, or other comparable terminology. The risks, uncertainties and assumptions referred to above that could cause our results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, those discussed under the heading “Risk Factors” in this document and our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 31, 2021, and the risks, uncertainties and assumptions discussed from time to time in our other public filings and public announcements. All forward-looking statements included in this document are based on information available to us as of the date hereof, and we assume no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
OVERVIEW

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is a specialty retailer of high-quality sustainable products for the home. Our products, representing distinct merchandise strategies – Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, West Elm, Williams Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, and Mark and Graham – are marketed through e-commerce websites, direct-mail catalogs and retail stores. These brands are also part of The Key Rewards, our free-to-join loyalty program that offers members exclusive benefits across the Williams-Sonoma family of brands. We operate in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom, offer international shipping to customers worldwide, and have unaffiliated franchisees that operate stores in the Middle East, the Philippines, Mexico, South Korea, and India as well as e-commerce websites in certain locations. We are also proud to leadbe a leader in the industry with our Environmental, Social and Governance ("ESG") efforts.

The following discussion and analysis of financial condition, results of operations, and liquidity and capital resources for the thirteen weeks ended May 2,October 31, 2021 (“firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021”), as compared to the thirteen weeks ended May 3,November 1, 2020 (“firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020”) and the thirty-nine weeks ended October 31, 2021 (“year-to-date fiscal 2021”), as compared to the thirty-nine weeks ended November 1, 2020 (“year-to-date fiscal 2020”), should be read in conjunction with our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and the notes thereto. All explanations of changes in operational results are discussed in order of magnitude.

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COVID-19
In March 2020, we announced the temporary closures of all of our retail store operations to protect our employees, customers and the communities in which we operate and to help contain the COVID-19 pandemic. As of May 2,October 31, 2021, all of our U.S.-based and the majority of our global retail stores have reopened for in-person shopping. However, we continue to experience intermittent closures or restrictions on retail capacity in certain geographies, in accordance with state and local guidelines, which may continue to impact our store traffic and retail revenues in the future and result in future store impairments. We continue to operate our e-commerce sites and distribution centers and continue to deliver products to our customers. However, we have experienced, and expect to continue to experience, delays in inventory receipts, increased raw material costs and higher shipping-related charges as a result of port slowdowns and congestions,congestion, as well as shipping container and foam shortages, due in part to the impact from COVID-19.

FirstThird Quarter of Fiscal 2021 Financial Results
Net revenues in the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021 increased by $513,826,000$283,003,000 or 41.6%16.0%, compared to the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020, with comparable brand revenue growth of 40.4%16.9% and double-digit comparable revenue growth acrossin all our brands. This was primarily driven by strength in both our e-commerce and retail, channelsprimarily due to an increase in demand for our product and higher average selling prices, which includesfurniture sales, as well as the impact of stores operating at a limited capacity due to COVID-19 during the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020. The increase in net revenues also included an 81.2%a 6.9% increase in international revenues primarily related to our franchise and company-owned operations. On a two-year basis, despite the impact of COVID-19 during the first quarter of fiscal 2020, comparable brand revenues increased 43.0%, with growth in both channels.41.3%.

For the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021, we delivered double-digit comparable brand revenue growth across all our brands. In West Elm, we delivered strong comparable brand revenue growth of 50.9% during the quarter. Our aggressive expansion in the outdoor category has been successful, and our outdoor furniture business growth was driven by line extensions in our top performing collections and new product introductions. The Pottery Barn brand delivered16.9%. In West Elm, comparable brand revenue growth of 41.3% forwas 22.5%, with all categories driving growth. The upholstery business was strong, and customers responded well to new products, including bedroom, dining and occasional categories. Additionally, new categories such as bath, kids, and kitchen contributed to incremental growth. Pottery Barn, our largest brand, delivered 15.9% comparable brand revenue growth during the quarter. Our rustic modern, casual point of view in furniture, home furnishings, and decorating drovequarter driven by strong growth in all categories. Growth inproduct categories, including our bath renovation business accelerated,seasonal decorating business. In addition, we saw strength across our core lifestyle furniture category, our design services, and our Marketplace business gained momentum.furniture-advantaged growth initiatives such as apartment and our curated market-place assortments. The Williams Sonoma brand delivered comparable brand revenue growth of 35.3% where cooking at home7.6%, with growth across all key categories driven primarily by product innovation, edited and now entertaining at home are drivingrelevant assortments, and high demand for Thanksgiving and Holiday products. Both our customers’ purchases. This quarterexclusive and Williams Sonoma branded products continued to grow, and we saw significant growthstrength in all areas ofkey entertaining particularly outdoors and Easter gatherings.items. In our Pottery Barn Kids and Teen business,businesses, we delivered 27.6%saw comparable brand revenue growth. We continuegrowth of 16.9% during the quarter. The demand for our GREENGUARD GOLD furniture remained strong, our baby business continued to strengthenaccelerate as our leadership incustomers expanded their families, and the children’s home furnishings market withresponse to our emphasis on designholiday and sustainability. Our furniture remains a core driver of growth for the brand, and we also saw outsized growth in key initiatives such as Baby, and our aesthetic expansion into Modern. And,gifting offerings was strong. Finally, our emerging brands Rejuvenation and Mark and Graham, combined delivered another quarter of double-digitaccelerated to 26.5% comparable brand revenue growth of 35.1%.growth.

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As of May 2,October 31, 2021, we had approximately $639,670,000$656,898,000 in cash and generated positive operating cash flow of $238,881,000$788,339,000 year-to-date. In addition to our strong cash balance, we also ended the quarter with no amount outstanding borrowings under our revolving line of credit. This strong liquidity position allowed us to fund the operations of the business by investing over $141,010,000 in capital expenditures year-to-date, and to provide shareholder returns of approximately $361,105,000$787,900,000 year-to-date through share repurchases and dividends, and repay in full, prior to maturity, our $300,000,000 term loan facility.dividends.

For the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021, diluted earnings per share was $2.90$3.29 (which included a $0.03 impact related to acquisition-related compensation expense and amortization of acquired intangibles of Outward, Inc.), versus $0.45$2.54 in the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020 (which included a $0.15 impact related to store asset impairments, an $0.11 impact related to inventory write-offs, and a $0.03$0.02 impact related to acquisition-related compensation expense and amortization of acquired intangibles of Outward, Inc.).

Looking Ahead
Looking forward to the balance of the year, we believe we will continue to focus on driving net revenuesee strong sales and operating margin growth.margins. We believe the favorable macro trends and our revenue growth operating model, which includes our key differentiators – our in-house design, our digital-first channel strategy, and our values,will be driven by the continued strength ofset us apart from our business year-to-date, the strong housing environmentcompetition and people’s deeper appreciation for the home, the momentum in our growth initiatives, and planned improvement in our inventory enablingallow us to fill our backorders throughout the year. We believe our operating margin expansion will be driven by overall sales leverage, continued occupancy leverage from the renegotiation of our lease agreementsdrive long-term growth and store closures, continued expansion in our merchandise margins from our on-going focus on more content-led marketing and more value-engineered products, as well as from overall strong financial discipline. profitability. However, production and global transportation constraints remain challenging industry-wide and, as a result, we continue to see elevated backorders and delays throughout the supply chain. Further, we have experienced and may continue to experience shipping and product cost increases that continue to pressure the industry. In addition, we continue to experience intermittent closures or restrictions on retail capacitystronger than expected demand across all brands, as well as various supply chain disruptions and delays in certain geographies,inventory receipts, particularly in accordanceVietnam. It is hard to predict with statecertainty when these supply chain challenges will be fully resolved. This, combined with our strong demand, we expect will cause backorder levels to remain elevated and local guidelines, which may continue to impactwe do not expect full recovery of our store traffic and retail revenues ininventory levels until the future and result in future store impairments.middle of fiscal year 2022. Overall, the long-term impact of COVID-19 on our business, results of operations and financial condition still remains uncertain. For more information on risks, associated with COVID-19, please see “Risk Factors” in Part I, Item 1A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2021.
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NET REVENUES

NET REVENUES
Net revenues primarily consist of sales of merchandise to our customers through our e-commerce websites, direct mail catalogs, and at our retail stores and include shipping fees received from customers for delivery of merchandise to their homes. Our revenues also include sales to our franchisees and wholesale customers, breakage income related to our stored-value cards, and incentives received from credit card issuers in connection with our private label and co-branded credit cards.

Net revenues in the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021 increased by $513,826,000$283,003,000 or 41.6%16.0%, compared to the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020, with comparable brand revenue growth of 40.4%16.9% and growth in all brands. This was primarily driven by strength in both e-commerce and retail, primarily due to an increase in furniture sales, as well as the impact of stores operating at a limited capacity due to COVID-19 during the third quarter of fiscal 2020. The increase in net revenues also included a 6.9% increase in international revenues primarily related to our franchise operations. On a two-year basis, comparable brand revenues increased 41.3%.

Net revenues for year-to-date fiscal 2021 increased by $1,254,391,000, or 27.9%, compared to year-to-date fiscal 2020, with comparable brand revenue growth of 27.7% and double-digit comparable brand revenue growth across all our brands. This was primarily driven by strength in both our e-commerce and retail, channelsprimarily due to an increase in demand for our product and higher average selling prices, which includesfurniture sales, as well as the impact of stores operating at a limited capacity due to COVID-19 during the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2020. The increase in net revenues also included an 81.2%a 40.6% increase in international revenues primarily related to our franchise and company-owned operations. On a two-year basis, despite the impact of COVID-19 during the first quarter of fiscal 2020, comparable brand revenues increased 43.0%, with growth in both channels.40.8%.

Comparable Brand Revenue
Comparable brand revenue includes comparable store sales and e-commerce sales, including through our direct mail catalogs, as well as shipping fees, sales returns and other discounts associated with current period sales. Comparable stores are typically defined as permanent stores where gross square footage did not change by more than 20% in the previous 12 months and which have been open for at least 12 consecutive months without closure for seven or more consecutive days. Comparable stores that were temporarily closed due to COVID-19 were not excluded from the comparable stores calculation. Outlet comparable store net revenues are included in their respective brands. Sales to our international franchisees are excluded from comparable brand revenue as their stores and e-commerce websites are not operated by us. Sales from certain operations are also excluded until such time that we believe those sales are meaningful to evaluating their performance. Additionally, comparable brand revenue growth for newer concepts is not separately disclosed until such time that we believe those sales are meaningful to evaluating the performance of the brand.
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Thirteen Weeks EndedThirteen Weeks EndedThirty-nine Weeks Ended
Comparable brand revenue growth (decline)May 2,
2021
May 3,
2020
Comparable brand revenue growthComparable brand revenue growthOctober 31,
2021
November 1,
2020
October 31,
2021
November 1,
2020
Pottery BarnPottery Barn41.3 %(1.1 %)Pottery Barn15.9 %24.1 %27.5 %10.9 %
West ElmWest Elm50.9 %3.3 %West Elm22.5 %21.8 %39.5 %11.4 %
Williams SonomaWilliams Sonoma35.3 %5.4 %Williams Sonoma7.6 %30.4 %15.1 %21.9 %
Pottery Barn Kids and TeenPottery Barn Kids and Teen27.6 %8.5 %Pottery Barn Kids and Teen16.9 %23.8 %20.2 %12.7 %
Total 1
Total 1
40.4 %2.6 %
Total 1
16.9 %24.4 %27.7 %13.1 %
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STORE DATA
Store Count 1
Average Leased Square
Footage Per Store
Store Count 1
Average Leased Square
Footage Per Store
January 31,
2021
OpeningsClosingsMay 2,
2021
May 3,
2020
May 2,
2021
May 3,
2020
August 1,
2021
OpeningsClosingsOctober 31,
2021
November 1,
2020
October 31,
2021
November 1,
2020
Williams SonomaWilliams Sonoma198 — (3)195 212 6,800 6,900 Williams Sonoma196 — (2)194 210 6,800 6,800 
Pottery BarnPottery Barn195 (2)195 201 14,600 14,400 Pottery Barn195 — — 195 201 14,500 14,400 
West ElmWest Elm121 — — 121 119 13,100 13,200 West Elm123 (3)121 122 13,100 13,100 
Pottery Barn KidsPottery Barn Kids57 — — 57 74 7,800 7,700 Pottery Barn Kids57 — — 57 71 7,800 7,800 
RejuvenationRejuvenation10 — — 10 10 8,500 8,500 Rejuvenation10 — — 10 10 8,700 8,500 
TotalTotal581 (5)578 616 10,900 10,700 Total581 (5)577 614 10,900 10,700 
Store selling square footage at period-endStore selling square footage at period-end  3,972,000 4,148,000 Store selling square footage at period-end  3,978,000 4,143,000 
Store leased square footage at period-endStore leased square footage at period-end  6,289,000 6,580,000 Store leased square footage at period-end  6,263,000 6,569,000 
1Store count data does not reflect temporary closures due to COVID-19.

COST OF GOODS SOLD
Thirteen Weeks Ended Thirteen Weeks EndedThirty-nine Weeks Ended
In thousandsIn thousandsMay 2,
2021
% Net
Revenues
May 3,
2020
% Net
Revenues
In thousandsOctober 31,
2021
% Net
Revenues
November 1,
2020
% Net
Revenues
October 31,
2021
% Net
Revenues
November 1,
2020
% Net
Revenues
Cost of goods sold 1
Cost of goods sold 1
$996,176 57.0 %$820,943 66.5 %
Cost of goods sold 1
$1,152,054 56.3 %$1,058,953 60.0 %$3,238,181 56.4 %$2,819,471 62.8 %
1Includes total occupancy expenses of $175.7$183.1 million and $174.9$174.2 million for the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021 and the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020, respectively, and $534.8 million and $515.3 million for year-to-date fiscal 2021 and year-to-date fiscal 2020, respectively.

Cost of goods sold includes cost of goods, occupancy expenses and shipping costs. Cost of goods consists of cost of merchandise, inbound freight expenses, freight-to-store expenses and other inventory related costs such as replacements, damages, obsolescence and shrinkage. Occupancy expenses consist of rent, depreciation and other occupancy costs, including common area maintenance, property taxes and utilities. Shipping costs consist of third-party delivery services and shipping materials.

Our classification of expenses in cost of goods sold may not be comparable to other public companies, as we do not include non-occupancy related costs associated with our distribution network in cost of goods sold. These costs, which include distribution network employment, third-party warehouse management and other distribution related administrative expenses, are recorded in selling, general and administrative expenses.

FirstThird Quarter of Fiscal 2021 vs. FirstThird Quarter of Fiscal 2020
Cost of goods sold increased by $175,233,000,$93,101,000, or 21.3%8.8%, in the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021, compared to the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020. Cost of goods sold as a percentage of net revenues decreased to 57.0%56.3% in the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021 from 66.5%60.0% in the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020. This decreasedecrease was primarily driven by higher merchandise margins driven byfrom reduced promotional activity and the leverage of occupancy costs from higher sales and low occupancy dollar growth, partially offset by higher ocean freight rates as a result of container shortages coming out of Asia.

Year-to-date Fiscal 2021 vs. Year-to-date Fiscal 2020
Cost of goods sold increased by $418,710,000, or 14.9%, for year-to-date fiscal 2021, compared to year-to-date fiscal 2020. Cost of goods sold as a percentage of net revenues decreased to 56.4% for year-to-date fiscal 2021 from 62.8% for year-to-date fiscal 2020. This decrease was primarily driven by higher selling margins from reduced promotional activity and the leverage of occupancy costs from higher sales and low occupancy dollar growth, as well as inventory write-offs of approximately $11,378,000 (fromfrom the closure of our outlet stores
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SELLING, GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES

Thirteen Weeks EndedThirteen Weeks EndedThirty-nine Weeks Ended
In thousandsIn thousandsMay 2,
2021
% Net RevenuesMay 3,
2020
% Net RevenuesIn thousandsOctober 31,
2021
% Net RevenuesNovember 1,
2020
% Net RevenuesOctober 31,
2021
% Net RevenuesNovember 1,
2020
% Net Revenues
Selling, general and administrative expensesSelling, general and administrative expenses$477,676 27.3 %$365,615 29.6 %Selling, general and administrative expenses$565,218 27.6 %$430,979 24.4 %$1,578,182 27.5 %$1,162,435 25.9 %

Selling, general and administrative expenses consist of non-occupancy related costs associated with our retail stores, distribution and manufacturing facilities, customer care centers, supply chain operations (buying, receiving and inspection) and corporate administrative functions. These costs include employment, advertising, third party credit card processing and other general expenses.

FirstThird Quarter of Fiscal 2021 vs. FirstThird Quarter of Fiscal 2020
Selling, general and administrative expenses increased by $112,061,000,$134,239,000, or 30.7%31.1%, in the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021, compared to the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020. Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of net revenues decreasedincreased to 27.3%27.6% in the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021 from 29.6%24.4% in the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020. This decreaseincrease was primarily driven by significantly reduced advertising costs in the third quarter of fiscal 2020 as a result of our financial response to COVID-19 and an incremental investment in highly efficient advertising in the third quarter of fiscal 2021.

Year-to-date Fiscal 2021 vs. Year-to-date Fiscal 2020
Selling, general and administrative expenses increased by $415,747,000, or 35.8%, for year-to-date fiscal 2021, compared to year-to-date fiscal 2020. Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of net revenues increased to 27.5% for year-to-date fiscal 2021 from 25.9% for year-to-date fiscal 2020. This increase was primarily driven by significantly reduced advertising costs for year-to-date fiscal 2020 as a result of our financial response to COVID-19 and an incremental investment in highly efficient advertising for year-to-date fiscal 2021. This increase was partially offset by the leverage of employment costs and other general expenses from higher sales and overall cost discipline, as well as store asset impairment charges of approximately $15,620,000$21,975,000 due to the impact of COVID-19 on our retail stores in the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2020 that did not recur in year-to-date fiscal 2021. This decrease was partially offset by higher advertising costs in the first quarter of fiscal 2021 compared to significantly reduced advertising costs as a result of our initial financial response to COVID-19 in the first quarter of fiscal 2020.
INCOME TAXES

The effective tax rate was 16.6%21.9% for the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2021 compared to 23.8%24.8% for the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2020. The decrease in the effective tax rate is primarily due to an increase in our excess tax benefit from stock-based compensation in the first quarter of fiscal 2021 compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2020.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES

As of May 2,October 31, 2021, we held $639,670,000$656,898,000 in cash and cash equivalents, the majority of which was held in interest-bearing demand deposit accounts and money market funds, and of which $152,431,000$132,093,000 was held by our international subsidiaries. As is consistent within our industry, our cash balances are seasonal in nature, with the fourth quarter historically representing a significantly higher level of cash than other periods.

For the remainder of fiscal 2021, we plan to use our cash resources to fund our inventory and inventory-related purchases, employment-related costs, advertising and marketing initiatives, stock repurchases and dividend payments, advertising and marketing initiatives, and property and equipment purchases.

In addition to our cash balances, we have a credit facility which provides for a $500,000,000 unsecured revolving line of credit (“revolver”). The revolver may be used to borrow revolving loans or to request the issuance of letters of credit. We may, upon notice to the administrative agent, request existing or new lenders to increase the revolver by up to $250,000,000, at such lenders’ option, to provide for a total of $750,000,000 of unsecured revolving credit. OurIn September 2021, we entered into an amendment to our credit facility also provided for a(the "Amended Credit Agreement"), which extended the maturity date of the revolver to September 30, 2026 and removed the $300,000,000 unsecured term loan component available under the existing credit facility, (“term loan”). Inwhich was fully repaid in February 2021, prior to maturity, we repaid2021. The Amended Credit Agreement maintains the full outstanding balanceinterest rate of $300,000,000 on our term loan.the revolver.

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During the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021, we had no borrowings under the revolver. Additionally, as of May 2,October 31, 2021, a total of $12,601,000$11,919,000 in issued but undrawn standby letters of credit was outstanding under the credit facility. The standby letters of credit were primarily issued to secure the liabilities associated with workers’ compensation and other insurance programs.

In addition to the credit facility, during the second quarter of fiscal 2020 we entered into a new agreement (the “364-Day Credit Agreement”) for an additional $200,000,000 unsecured revolving line of credit. During the first quarter of fiscal 2021, we had no borrowings under the 364-Day Credit Agreement. We did not renew the 364-Day Credit Agreement upon its maturity in May 2021.
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The credit facility contains and the 364-Day Credit Agreement contained certain restrictive loan covenants, including, among others, a financial covenant requiring a maximum leverage ratio (funded debt adjusted for lease and rent expense to earnings before interest, income tax, depreciation, amortization and rent expense), and covenants limiting our ability to incur indebtedness, grant liens, make acquisitions, merge or consolidate, and dispose of assets. As of May 2,October 31, 2021, we were in compliance with our financial covenants under the credit facility and, the 364-Day Credit Agreement and, based on our current projections, we expect to remain in compliance with the remainingcovenants under our credit facility throughout the next 12 months. We believe our cash on hand, in addition to our available credit facility, will provide adequate liquidity for our business operations over the next 12 months.

Letter of Credit Facilities

We haveOn August 22, 2021, we renewed all three unsecuredof our letter of credit reimbursement facilities on substantially similar terms for a total of $35,000,000,$35,000,000. We also extended each of which matures onfacility's maturity date until August 22, 2021.2022. The letter of credit facilities contain covenants that are consistent with our credit facility. Interest on unreimbursed amounts under the letter of credit facilities accrues at a base rate as defined in the credit facility, plus an applicable margin based on our leverage ratio. As of May 2,October 31, 2021, an aggregate of $5,836,000$7,542,000 was outstanding under the letter of credit facilities, which represents only a future commitment to fund inventory purchases to which we had not taken legal title. The latest expiration date possible for any future letters of credit issued under the facilities is January 19, 2022.2023.

Cash Flows from Operating Activities
For the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2021, net cash provided by operating activities was $238,881,000$788,339,000 compared to $53,873,000$726,628,000 for the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2020. For the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2021, net cash provided by operating activities was primarily attributable to net earnings adjusted for non-cash items and an increase in accounts payable and gift card and other deferred revenue, partially offset by a decrease in accrued expenses and other liabilities as well as an increase in merchandise inventories. Net cash provided by operating activities for the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2021 increased compared to the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2020 primarily due to an increase in net earnings, and an increase in accounts payable, partially offset by an increase in merchandise inventories.inventories and an increase in income taxes paid.

Cash Flows from Investing Activities
For the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2021, net cash used in investing activities was $42,267,000$140,913,000 compared to $42,079,000$124,379,000 for the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2020, and was primarily attributable to purchases of property and equipment.

Cash Flows from Financing Activities
For the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2021, net cash used in financing activities was $759,556,000$1,191,159,000 compared to net cash provided byused in financing activities of $419,520,000$260,009,000 for the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2020. For the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2021, net cash used in financing activities was primarily attributable to the repurchases of common stock, the repayment of our term loan and tax withholdings related to stock-based awards.payment of dividends. Net cash used in financing activities for the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2021 increased compared to net cash provided by financing activities for the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2020 primarily due to borrowings under our revolving line of credit in the first quarter of fiscal 2020 that did not recur in the first quarter of fiscal 2021, an increase in repurchases of common stock and the repayment of our term loan in the first quarter ofyear-to-date fiscal 2021.

Stock Repurchase Program and Dividends
See Note G to our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements, Stock Repurchase Program and Dividends, within Item 1 of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for further information.

Critical Accounting Policies
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations is based on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements, which have been prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The preparation of these Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and related disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities. These estimates and assumptions are evaluated on an ongoing basis and are based on historical experience and various other factors that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results could differ significantly from these estimates. During the firstthird quarter
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of fiscal 2021, there were no significant changes to the critical accounting policies discussed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2021.

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Seasonality
Our business is subject to substantial seasonal variations in demand. Historically, a significant portion of our revenues and net earnings have been realized during the period from October through January, and levels of net revenues and net earnings have typically been lower during the period from February through September. We believe this is the general pattern associated with the retail industry. In preparation for and during our holiday selling season, we hire a substantial number of additional temporary employees, primarily in our retail stores, customer care centers and distribution facilities, and incur significant fixed catalog production and mailing costs.facilities.

Contractual Obligations, Commitments, Contingencies and Off-balance Sheet Arrangements
There were no material changes during the quarter to the Company’s contractual obligations, commitments, contingencies and off-balance sheet arrangements that are described in Part II, Item 7 of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2021, which is incorporated herein by reference.
ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

We are exposed to market risks, which include significant deterioration of the U.S. and foreign markets, changes in U.S. interest rates, foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations, and the effects of economic uncertainty which may affect the prices we pay our vendors in the foreign countries in which we do business. We do not engage in financial transactions for trading or speculative purposes.

Interest Rate Risk
Our revolver has a variable interest rate which, when drawn upon, subjects us to risks associated with changes in that interest rate. During the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021, we had no borrowings under the revolver. A hypothetical increase or decrease of one percentage point on our existing variable rate debt instruments would not materially affect our results of operations or cash flows.

In addition, we have fixed and variable income investments consisting of short-term investments classified as cash and cash equivalents, which are also affected by changes in market interest rates. As of May 2,October 31, 2021, our investments, made primarily in interest-bearing demand deposit accounts and money market funds, are stated at cost and approximate their fair values.

Foreign Currency Risks
We purchase the majority of our inventory from vendors outside of the U.S. in transactions that are denominated in U.S. dollars and, as such, any foreign currency impact related to our international purchase transactions was not significant to us during the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021 or the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020. Since we pay for the majority of our international purchases in U.S. dollars, however, a decline in the U.S. dollar relative to other foreign currencies would subject us to risks associated with increased purchasing costs from our vendors in their effort to offset any lost profits associated with any currency devaluation. We cannot predict with certainty the effect these increased costs may have on our financial statements or results of operations.

In addition, our businesses in Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom, and our operations throughout Asia and Europe, expose us to market risk associated with foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations. Substantially all of our purchases and sales are denominated in U.S. dollars, which limits our exposure to this risk. However, some of our foreign operations have a functional currency other than the U.S. dollar. While the impact of foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations was not material to us in the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021 or the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2020, we have continued to see volatility in the exchange rates in the countries in which we do business. As we continue to expand globally, the foreign currency exchange risk related to our foreign operations may increase. To mitigate this risk, we hedge a portion of our foreign currency exposure with foreign currency forward contracts in accordance with our risk management policies (see Note H to our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements).
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ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
As of May 2,October 31, 2021, an evaluation was performed by management, with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) and our Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), of the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures. Based on that evaluation, our management, including our CEO and CFO, concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures are effective
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to ensure that information we are required to disclose in reports that we file or submit under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our CEO and CFO, as appropriate, to allow for timely discussions regarding required disclosures, and that such information is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the rules and forms of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021, that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
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PART II – OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

Information required by this Item is contained in Note F to our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements within Part I of this Form 10-Q.
ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS

See Part I, Item 1A of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2021 for a description of the risks and uncertainties associated with our business. There were no material changes to such risk factors in the current quarterly reporting period.
ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS

In MarchAugust 2021, our Board of Directors authorizedapproved a new $1,250,000,000 stock repurchase program for a total of $1,000,000,000,authorization, which replaced our existing program. program and superseded the remaining amount outstanding under our prior stock repurchase authorization.

The following table provides information as of May 2,October 31, 2021 with respect to shares of common stock we repurchased during the firstthird quarter of fiscal 2021 under our prior and newcurrent stock repurchase programs.program. For additional information, please see Note G to our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements within Part I of this Form 10-Q.
Fiscal Period
Total Number of Shares Purchased 1
Average Price Paid Per Share
Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of a Publicly Announced Program 1
Maximum Dollar Value of Shares That May Yet Be Purchased Under the Program
February 1, 2021 – February 28, 202185,932 $127.37 85,932 $414,036,000 
March 1, 2021 – March 28, 2021361,807 $167.29 361,807 $947,889,000 
March 29, 2021 – May 2, 20211,342,986 $181.73 1,342,986 $703,833,000 
Total1,790,725 $176.20 1,790,725 $703,833,000 
Fiscal Period
Total Number of Shares Purchased 1
Average Price Paid Per Share
Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of a Publicly Announced Program 1
Maximum Dollar Value of Shares That May Yet Be Purchased Under the Program
August 2, 2021 - August 29, 202160,448 $162.96 60,448 $1,248,946,000 
August 30, 2021 - September 26, 2021431,023 $182.73 431,023 $1,170,183,000 
September 27, 2021 - October 31, 2021628,277 $179.38 628,277 $1,057,485,000 
Total1,119,748 $179.78 1,119,748 $1,057,485,000 
1 Excludes shares withheld for employee taxes upon vesting of stock-based awards.

Stock repurchases under our program may be made through open market and privately negotiated transactions at times and in such amounts as management deems appropriate. The timing and actual number of shares repurchased will depend on a variety of factors including price, corporate and regulatory requirements, capital availability and other market conditions. The stock repurchase program does not have an expiration date and may be limited or terminated at any time without prior notice.
ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES

Not applicable.
ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES

Not applicable.
ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION

None.
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ITEM 6. EXHIBITS
(a) Exhibits
Exhibit
Number
  Exhibit Description
10.1+*10.1*
10.2*
10.3*
10.4*
31.1*  
31.2*  
32.1*  
32.2*  
101*  
The following financial statements from the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended May 2,October 31, 2021, formatted in Inline XBRL: (i) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Earnings, (ii) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income, (iii) Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, (iv) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity, (v) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows and (vi) Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements, tagged as blocks of text and including detailed tags
104*  Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL and contained in the Interactive Data Files submitted under Exhibit 101).

+Indicates a management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement.

*Filed herewith
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SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC.
By: /s/ Julie Whalen
 Julie Whalen
 Duly Authorized Officer and Chief Financial Officer

Date: June 9,December 6, 2021

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