UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
(Mark One)
þQUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended August 4, 20183, 2019
or
oTRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from to 
Commission file number 1-32545
DSWDESIGNER BRANDS INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Ohio 31-0746639
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
   
810 DSW Drive,Columbus,Ohio
 43219
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (614) (614) 237-7100
Not Applicable
(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 classTrading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered
Class A Common Shares, without par valueDBINew York Stock Exchange

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.
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. þ Yes o No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted 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 and post such files). þ Yes o 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 definitions of "large accelerated filer," "accelerated filer," "smaller reporting company" and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filerþAccelerated filero
Non-accelerated filero(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)Smaller reporting companyo
  Emerging growth companyo
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. o
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). o Yes þ No
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

Number of shares outstanding of each of the registrant's classes of common stock, as of August 24, 2018: 72,561,02223, 2019: 64,911,631 Class A Common Shares and 7,732,786 Class B Common Shares.



DSW
DESIGNER BRANDS INC.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION 
Item 1. Financial Statements 
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION 


All references to "we," "us," "our," "DSW,"Designer Brands Inc.," or the "Company" in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q mean DSWDesigner Brands Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. References to "DSW" refer to the DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse banner unless otherwise stated.

We own many trademarks and service marks. This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q may contain trademarks, trade dress, and tradenames of other companies. Use or display of other parties' trademarks, trade dress or tradenames is not intended to and does not imply a relationship with the trademark, trade dress or tradename owner.





PART I.FINANCIAL INFORMATION


Item 1.Financial Statements


DSWDESIGNER BRANDS INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(unaudited and in thousands, except per share amounts)
Three months ended Six months endedThree months ended Six months ended
August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
Revenue:              
Net sales$793,735
 $681,721
 $1,504,172
 $1,372,540
$849,640
 $793,735
 $1,719,632
 $1,504,172
Franchise and other revenue1,533
 1,291
 3,198
 2,510
Commission, franchise and other revenue10,558
 1,533
 19,081
 3,198
Total revenue795,268
 683,012
 1,507,370
 1,375,050
860,198
 795,268
 1,738,713
 1,507,370
Cost of sales(539,240) (482,424) (1,044,452) (976,158)(594,779) (539,240) (1,208,735) (1,044,452)
Franchise costs(293) 
 (573) 
Operating expenses(195,026) (152,554) (363,166) (309,122)(226,616) (195,319) (449,422) (363,739)
Income from equity investment in ABG-Camuto2,464
 
 4,692
 
Impairment charges(36,240) 
 (36,240) 

 (36,240) 
 (36,240)
Change in fair value of contingent consideration liability
 (1,168) 
 (2,252)
Operating profit24,469
 46,866
 62,939
 87,518
41,267
 24,469
 85,248
 62,939
Interest income, net805
 661
 1,469
 1,222
Non-operating expenses, net(47,349) (679) (49,486) (2,183)
Income (loss) before income taxes and income (loss) from equity investment(22,075) 46,848
 14,922
 86,557
Interest income (expense), net(1,972) 805
 (3,773) 1,469
Non-operating income (expenses), net199
 (47,349) (143) (49,486)
Income (loss) before income taxes and loss from equity investment in TSL39,494
 (22,075) 81,332
 14,922
Income tax provision(16,281) (18,390) (27,671) (33,975)(12,087) (16,281) (22,731) (27,671)
Income (loss) from equity investment
 219
 (1,310) (1,087)
Loss from equity investment in TSL
 
 
 (1,310)
Net income (loss)$(38,356) $28,677
 $(14,059) $51,495
$27,407
 $(38,356) $58,601
 $(14,059)
Basic and diluted earnings (loss) per share:              
Basic earnings (loss) per share$(0.48) $0.36
 $(0.18) $0.64
$0.37
 $(0.48) $0.78
 $(0.18)
Diluted earnings (loss) per share$(0.48) $0.36
 $(0.18) $0.64
$0.37
 $(0.48) $0.77
 $(0.18)
Weighted average shares used in per share calculations:              
Basic shares80,265
 80,317
 80,187
 80,267
73,529
 80,265
 75,267
 80,187
Diluted shares80,265
 80,714
 80,187
 80,729
74,316
 80,265
 76,281
 80,187

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

DSW INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(unaudited and in thousands)
 Three months ended Six months ended
 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
Net income (loss)$(38,356) $28,677
 $(14,059) $51,495
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of income taxes:       
Foreign currency translation gain (loss)(1,365) 10,657
 (6,050) 6,537
Unrealized net gain (loss) on debt securities27
 (23) (317) 33
Reclassification adjustment for net losses realized in net income (loss)12,260
 527
 14,165
 2,107
Total other comprehensive income, net of income taxes10,922
 11,161
 7,798
 8,677
Total comprehensive income (loss)$(27,434) $39,838
 $(6,261) $60,172


The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.


DSW
DESIGNER BRANDS INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETSSTATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
(unaudited and in thousands)
 August 4, 2018 February 3, 2018 July 29, 2017
ASSETS     
Cash and cash equivalents$215,996
 $175,932
 $89,305
Investments73,119
 124,605
 182,062
Accounts receivable17,259
 17,532
 16,596
Accounts receivable from related parties
 1,704
 1,146
Inventories596,956
 501,903
 527,305
Prepaid expenses and other current assets73,763
 49,197
 45,529
Total current assets977,093
 870,873
 861,943
Property and equipment, net387,621
 355,199
 364,552
Goodwill25,899
 25,899
 79,689
Intangible assets20,285
 135
 33,065
Deferred income taxes14,235
 27,711
 18,792
Equity investment in TSL
 6,096
 10,350
Notes receivable from TSL
 115,895
 60,094
Other assets19,883
 19,709
 18,144
Total assets$1,445,016
 $1,421,517
 $1,446,629
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY     
Accounts payable$228,921
 $178,449
 $164,659
Accounts payable to related parties519
 859
 718
Accrued expenses145,776
 148,226
 124,343
Total current liabilities375,216
 327,534
 289,720
Non-current liabilities150,316
 138,732
 142,499
Contingent consideration liability
 
 36,456
Total liabilities525,532
 466,266
 468,675
Commitments and contingencies

 

 

Shareholders' equity:     
Common shares paid-in capital, no par value971,653
 961,245
 953,868
Treasury shares, at cost(325,906) (325,906) (316,531)
Retained earnings301,006
 354,979
 370,874
Basis difference related to acquisition of commonly controlled entity(24,993) (24,993) (24,993)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(2,276) (10,074) (5,264)
Total shareholders' equity919,484
 955,251
 977,954
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity$1,445,016
 $1,421,517
 $1,446,629
 Three months ended Six months ended
 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
Net income (loss)$27,407
 $(38,356) $58,601
 $(14,059)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of income taxes:       
Foreign currency translation gain (loss)461
 (1,365) (253) (6,050)
Unrealized net gain (loss) on debt securities196
 27
 438
 (317)
Reclassification adjustment for net losses (gains) realized in net income (loss)23
 12,260
 (65) 14,165
Total other comprehensive income, net of income taxes680
 10,922
 120
 7,798
Total comprehensive income (loss)$28,087
 $(27,434) $58,721
 $(6,261)


The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.


DSW
DESIGNER BRANDS INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(unaudited and in thousands)
 August 3, 2019 February 2, 2019 August 4, 2018
ASSETS     
Cash and cash equivalents$51,762
 $99,369
 $215,996
Investments25,504
 69,718
 73,119
Accounts receivable, net85,162
 68,870
 17,259
Inventories706,168
 645,317
 596,956
Prepaid expenses and other current assets55,561
 71,945
 73,763
Total current assets924,157
 955,219
 977,093
Property and equipment, net402,779
 409,576
 387,621
Operating lease assets975,963
 
 
Goodwill116,280
 89,513
 25,899
Intangible assets21,112
 46,129
 20,285
Deferred tax assets29,515
 30,283
 14,235
Equity investment in ABG-Camuto55,033
 58,125
 
Other assets32,407
 31,739
 19,883
Total assets$2,557,246
 $1,620,584
 $1,445,016
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY     
Accounts payable$289,457
 $261,625
 $229,440
Accrued expenses173,437
 201,535
 145,776
Current operating lease liabilities185,969
 
 
Total current liabilities648,863
 463,160
 375,216
Debt235,000
 160,000
 
Non-current operating lease liabilities905,546
 
 
Other non-current liabilities38,590
 165,047
 150,316
Total liabilities1,827,999
 788,207
 525,532
Commitments and contingencies


 


 


Shareholders' equity:     
Common shares paid-in capital, no par value988,305
 978,794
 971,653
Treasury shares, at cost(498,436) (373,436) (325,906)
Retained earnings266,957
 254,718
 301,006
Basis difference related to acquisition of commonly controlled entity(24,993) (24,993) (24,993)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss(2,586) (2,706) (2,276)
Total shareholders' equity729,247
 832,377
 919,484
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity$2,557,246
 $1,620,584
 $1,445,016

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

DESIGNER BRANDS INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
(unaudited and in thousands, except per share data)
 Number of shares Amounts
 Class A common shares Class B common shares Treasury shares Common shares paid in capital Treasury shares Retained earnings Basis difference related to acquisition of commonly controlled entity Accumulated other comprehensive loss Total
Three months ended August 3, 2019
Balance, May 4, 201967,434
 7,733
 18,501
 $982,093
 $(448,436) $257,453
 $(24,993) $(3,266) $762,851
Net income
 
 
 
 
 27,407
 
 
 27,407
Stock-based compensation activity145
 
 
 6,212
 
 
 
 
 6,212
Repurchase of Class A common shares(2,668) 
 2,668
 
 (50,000) 
 
 
 (50,000)
Dividends ($0.25 per share)
 
 
 
 
 (17,903) 
 
 (17,903)
Other comprehensive income
 
 
 
 
 
 
 680
 680
Balance, August 3, 201964,911
 7,733
 21,169
 $988,305
 $(498,436) $266,957
 $(24,993) $(2,586) $729,247
Three months ended August 4, 2018
Balance, May 5, 201872,470
 7,733
 13,091
 $965,623
 $(325,906) $359,342
 $(24,993) $(13,198) $960,868
Net loss
 
 
 
 
 (38,356) 
 
 (38,356)
Stock-based compensation activity91
 
 
 6,030
 
 
 
 
 6,030
Dividends ($0.25 per share)
 
 
 
 
 (19,980) 
 
 (19,980)
Other comprehensive income
 
 
 
 
 
 
 10,922
 10,922
Balance, August 4, 201872,561
 7,733
 13,091
 $971,653
 $(325,906) $301,006
 $(24,993) $(2,276) $919,484
Six months ended August 3, 2019
Balance, February 2, 201970,672
 7,733
 15,091
 $978,794
 $(373,436) $254,718
 $(24,993) $(2,706) $832,377
Cumulative effect of accounting change
 
 
 
 
 (9,556) 
 
 (9,556)
Net income
 
 
 
 
 58,601
 
 
 58,601
Stock-based compensation activity317
 
 
 9,511
 
 
 
 
 9,511
Repurchase of Class A common shares(6,078) 
 6,078
 
 (125,000) 
 
 
 (125,000)
Dividends ($0.50 per share)
 
 
 
 
 (36,806) 
 
 (36,806)
Other comprehensive income
 
 
 
 
 
 
 120
 120
Balance, August 3, 201964,911
 7,733
 21,169
 $988,305
 $(498,436) $266,957
 $(24,993) $(2,586) $729,247
Six months ended August 4, 2018
Balance, February 3, 201872,294
 7,733
 13,091
 $961,245
 $(325,906) $354,979
 $(24,993) $(10,074) $955,251
Net loss
 
 
 
 
 (14,059) 
 
 (14,059)
Stock-based compensation activity267
 
 
 10,408
 
 
 
 
 10,408
Dividends ($0.50 per share)
 
 
 
 
 (39,914) 
 
 (39,914)
Other comprehensive income
 
 
 
 
 
 
 7,798
 7,798
Balance, August 4, 201872,561
 7,733
 13,091
 $971,653
 $(325,906) $301,006
 $(24,993) $(2,276) $919,484


The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

DESIGNER BRANDS INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(unaudited and in thousands)
Six months endedSix months ended
August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
Cash flows from operating activities:
      
Net income (loss)$(14,059) $51,495
$58,601
 $(14,059)
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities:      
Depreciation and amortization38,429
 42,286
42,485
 38,429
Stock-based compensation expense9,698
 7,851
9,731
 9,698
Deferred income taxes13,526
 (3,838)1,043
 13,526
Loss from equity investment1,310
 1,087
Loss (income) from equity investments(4,692) 1,310
Loss on previously held equity investment in TSL and notes receivable from TSL33,988
 

 33,988
Impairment charges36,240
 

 36,240
Lease exit charges3,910
 
Change in fair value of contingent consideration liability
 2,252
Lease exit non-cash charges
 3,910
Loss on foreign currency reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss13,963
 2,161

 13,963
Other538
 8,106
Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquired amounts:      
Accounts receivable3,767
 1,264
(14,800) 3,767
Inventories(37,308) (27,310)(61,748) (37,308)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets(23,257) (6,730)(2,972) (23,257)
Accounts payable26,219
 (18,949)30,683
 26,219
Accrued expenses(7,960) (10,269)(24,677) (7,960)
Other8,106
 3,337
Net cash provided by operating activities106,572
 44,637
34,192
 106,572
Cash flows from investing activities:      
Cash paid for property and equipment(32,103) (28,139)(40,259) (32,103)
Purchases of available-for-sale investments(16,735) (83,872)(3,014) (16,735)
Sales of available-for-sale investments67,280
 82,436
47,764
 67,280
Additional borrowings by TSL(15,989) (5,689)
 (15,989)
Acquisition of TSL, net of cash acquired(28,152) 
Net cash used in investing activities(25,699) (35,264)
Business acquisitions, net of cash acquired
 (28,152)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities4,491
 (25,699)
Cash flows from financing activities:      
Proceeds from exercise of stock options1,492
 358
Net change in vendor payment program(1,671) 847
Cash paid for income taxes for stock-based compensation shares withheld(979) (692)
Borrowing on revolving line of credit320,700
 
Payments on revolving line of credit(245,700) 
Cash paid for treasury shares(125,000) 
Dividends paid(39,910) (31,969)(36,806) (39,910)
Other(41) 
(397) (1,199)
Net cash used in financing activities(41,109) (31,456)(87,203) (41,109)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash balances300
 
(286) 300
Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash40,064
 (22,083)(48,806) 40,064
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, beginning of period175,932
 115,311
100,568
 175,932
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, end of period$215,996
 $93,228
Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information -   
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period$51,762
 $215,996
Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information:   
Cash paid for income taxes$28,135
 $46,092
$21,796
 $28,135
Non-cash investing and financing activities -   
Cash paid for interest on debt$4,052
 $
Cash paid for operating lease liabilities$118,563
 $
Non-cash investing and financing activities:   
Property and equipment purchases not yet paid$8,390
 $5,711
$8,648
 $8,390
Operating lease liabilities arising from lease asset additions (excluding ASU 2016-02 transition adjustments)$9,184
 $
Adjustment to operating lease assets and lease liabilities for modifications$48,029
 $


The accompanying notes are an integral part of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
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DSWDESIGNER BRANDS INC.
NOTES TO THE CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)




1.    SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES


Business Operations- DSW Designer Brands Inc., together with its wholly-owned subsidiaries, is the destination for on-trenda leading North American footwear and accessories brands at a great value every single day. We offer a wide assortment of brand name dress, casualdesigner, producer and athletic footwear and accessories for women, men and kids in stores and on e-commerce platforms.retailer.


On May 10, 2018, we acquired the remaining interest in Town Shoes Limited ("TSL") that we did not previously own. Beginning with our second quarter of fiscal 2018, TSL ceased being accounted for under the equity method of accounting and was accounted for as a consolidated wholly-owned subsidiary. TSLAs a result of this acquisition, we operate a Canadian business that is a retailer of branded footwear in Canada, primarily under The Shoe Company, Shoe Warehouse, and DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse banners, as well as anrelated e-commerce site.sites. Subsequent to the acquisition, and as parta result of our strategic review, we decided to exit TSL'sexited the Town Shoes banner with plansin Canada during fiscal 2018.

On November 5, 2018, we completed the acquisition of Camuto LLC, doing business as Camuto Group ("Camuto Group"), a footwear design and brand development organization, from Camuto Group LLC (the "Sellers"). The Camuto Group acquisition provides us a global production, sourcing and design infrastructure, including operations in Brazil and China, a new state-of-the-art distribution center in New Jersey, footwear licenses of brands, including Jessica Simpson and Lucky Brand, and branded e-commerce sites. Camuto Group earns revenue from the sale of wholesale products to close its 38 locations by the end of fiscal 2018 or early fiscal 2019. As a result of this acquisition, we now present two reportable segments: the U.S. Retail segment, which was previously presentedretailers, commissions for serving retailers as the DSW segment,design and buying agent for products under private labels ("First Cost"), and the Canada Retail segment.sale of branded products on direct-to-consumer e-commerce sites.


Our Affiliated BusinessAlso on November 5, 2018, in partnership with Authentic Brands Group ("ABG") partners with other retailers to help buildLLC, a global brand management and optimize their in-storemarketing company, we formed ABG-Camuto, LLC ("ABG-Camuto"), a joint venture in which we have a 40% interest. This joint venture acquired several intellectual property rights from the Sellers, including Vince Camuto, Louise et Cie, Sole Society, CC Corso Como, Enzo Angiolini and online footwear businesses by leveraging our sourcing network to produce a merchandise assortment that meets their needs. ABG currently provides service to Stein Mart stores, Steinmart.com,others, and a Frugal Fannie's store through ongoing supply arrangements. During fiscal 2017, Gordmans (a previous ABG partner) filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Codefocuses on licensing and announced a plan to close its stores. Stage Stores, Inc. acquired 58 Gordmans' stores and we provided services for these stores through the end of fiscal 2017developing new category extensions to support their transition.the global growth of these brands. We have entered into a licensing agreement with ABG-Camuto whereby we pay royalties on our net sales from the brands owned by ABG-Camuto.


On March 4, 2016, we acquired Ebuys, Inc. ("Ebuys"), an off priceoff-price footwear and accessories retailer operating in digital marketplaces. Due to recurring operating losses incurred by Ebuys since its acquisition, as well as increased competitive pressures in the digital marketplaces, during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2017,marketplace, we decided to exit the business and ended all operations in the first quarter of fiscal 2018.


On August 2, 2016, we signed an agreement with the Apparel Group as an exclusive franchise partner in the Gulf Coast region of the Middle East. Under thisDuring the fourth quarter of fiscal 2018, we provided our termination notice to the Apparel Group in accordance with the terms of the agreement and we are winding down the franchise agreement,operations during fiscal 2019.

We present three franchisereportable segments: the U.S. Retail segment, the Canada Retail segment, and the Brand Portfolio segment. The U.S. Retail segment includes stores operated in this regionthe U.S. under the DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse banner and its related e-commerce site. The Canada Retail segment, which is the result of the TSL acquisition, includes stores operated in Canada under The Shoe Company, Shoe Warehouse, DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse banners and related e-commerce sites. The Brand Portfolio segment, which is the result of the Camuto Group acquisition, includes sales from wholesale, First Cost, and direct-to-consumer branded e-commerce sites. Our other operating segments are in operation.below the quantitative and qualitative thresholds for reportable segments and are aggregated into Other for segment reporting purposes.


Basis of Presentation- The accompanying unaudited, condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared by management in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP") for interim financial information and with the instructions to Form 10-Q and Article 10 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, we do not include all of the information and footnotes required by GAAP for complete financial statements. The accompanying financial statements reflect all adjustments that are, in the opinion of management, necessary for a fair presentation of the results for the interim periods presented. All such adjustments are of a normal recurring nature. The condensed consolidated financial position, results of operations and cash flows for these interim periods are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected in future periods. The balance sheet at February 3, 20182, 2019 has been derived from the audited financial statements at that date, as restated for the adoption of the new accounting standard for revenue recognition (refer to Note 3, Revenue).date. The financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 3, 2018,2, 2019, filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on March 23, 2018.26, 2019.


Fiscal Year- Our fiscal year ends on the Saturday nearest to January 31. References to a fiscal year refer to the calendar year in which the fiscal year begins.

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Accounting Policies- The complete summary of significant accounting policies is included in the notes to the consolidated financial statements as presented in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 2, 2019.

Variable Interest Entities- We have certain joint ventures ("JVs") where each joint venture licenses brands and contracts with Camuto Group to provide design, buying and sourcing services. Under the JVs, Camuto Group is responsible for managing all aspects of the brands and the JVs pay royalties, commissions, or consulting fees to the other parties. We are responsible for providing all funding to support the working capital needs of the JVs. As a result, we have determined that we are the primary beneficiary of the JVs and consolidate the JVs within our financial statements. Assets and liabilities of the JVs in the aggregate are immaterial. At the end of the three months ended August 3, 2018.2019, we terminated two JVs along with related licensing and design, buying and sourcing arrangements.


Integration and Restructuring Costs- During the six months ended August 3, 2019, we incurred integration and restructuring costs related to our prior year acquisition activity, which consisted primarily of $3.6 million in severance, a $6.1 million termination fee for terminating two JVs, and $2.4 million of professional fees and other integration costs. During the six months ended August 4, 2018, we incurred restructuring costs of $2.7 million in severance, primarily related to changes to our store staffing model. These costs are included in operating expenses in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. As of August 3, 2019 and August 4, 2018, we had $4.6 million and $1.6 million, respectively, of severance liability included in accrued expenses on the condensed consolidated balance sheets.

Principles of Consolidation- The condensed consolidated financial statements include the accounts of DSWDesigner Brands Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries.subsidiaries, including the JVs. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. All amounts are in United States dollars ("USD"), unless otherwise noted.


Use of Estimates- The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. Significant estimates are required as a part of sales returns depreciationallowances, customer allowances and amortization, valuation of inventories,discounts, gift card breakage income, deferred revenue associated with loyalty programs, valuation of inventories, depreciation and amortization, impairments of long-lived assets, intangibles and goodwill, lease accounting, legal
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reserves, accrual for lease obligations,foreign tax contingent liabilities, income taxes, self-insurance reserves, and valuations used to account for our acquisition.acquisitions. Although these estimates are based on management's knowledge of current events and actions it may undertake in the future, actual results could differ from these estimates.


Revenue Recognition- Sales are recognized upon customer receipt of merchandise, net of estimated returns and excludes sales tax. Customers can purchase products from us at one of our stores, online or from our mobile application. For products shipped directly to our customers, we recognize the sale upon the estimated customer receipt date based on historical delivery transit times. Revenue from shipping and handling is recorded in net sales while the related costs are included in cost of sales. For products shipped directly to our customers from our suppliers (referred to as “drop ship”), we record gross sales upon delivery based on the price paid by the customers as we have determined that we are the principal party responsible for the sale transaction.

ABG supplies footwear to other retailers under supply arrangements. We maintain ownership of the merchandise we supply under these arrangements, including risk of loss, returns, shrink up to a certain percentage and loss of inventory value, until customer receipt. Furthermore, we are responsible for the footwear assortment, inventory fulfillment, and pricing at all locations and online. As a result, sales are recognized upon receipt by the end customer, net of estimated returns and exclude sales tax. The affiliated retailers provide the sales associates and retail space. We pay a percentage of net sales as rent, which is included in cost of sales as occupancy expense.

Gift Cards- Amounts received from the sale of gift cards are recorded as a liability and are recognized as sales when the cards are redeemed for merchandise. Based on historical information, the likelihood of a gift card remaining unredeemed (referred to as “breakage”) can be reasonably estimated at the time of gift card issuance. Breakage income is recognized over the estimated average redemption period of redeemed gift cards.

Loyalty Programs- We offer a loyalty program to our customers in the U.S. and a loyalty program to our customers in Canada. Members under both programs earn points based on their level of spending, as well as for various other activities. Upon reaching a specified point threshold, members receive reward certificates that may be redeemed for purchases made within the stated expiration date. We record a reduction of net sales when points are awarded based on an allocation of the initial customer purchase and the stand alone value of the points earned. We maintain a deferred liability for the outstanding points and certificates based on historical conversion and redemption rates. The deferred liability is reduced and sales are recognized when certificates are redeemed or when points and certificates expire.

Franchise Revenue and Costs- Franchise revenue consists of royalties and other fees paid by franchisees, as well as merchandise sales to franchisees, and is included in franchise and other revenue in the consolidated statements of operations. Royalties are earned based upon a percentage of reported franchise sales and are recognized on a monthly basis when earned. Merchandise sales and any relating shipping charges are recognized as franchise revenue upon receipt of goods by the franchisee. The cost of goods sold to franchisees and related shipping costs are recognized as franchise costs at the same time franchise revenue is recognized.

Other Revenue- Other revenue consists of rental income on owned properties and is included in franchise and other revenue in the consolidated statements of operations.

Income Taxes- On December 22, 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (the "U.S. Tax Reform") was enacted in the U.S., which significantly changes how the U.S. taxes corporations. The U.S. Tax Reform reduced the federal statutory tax rate from 35% to 21% and requires complex computations to be performed that were not previously required in U.S. tax law. The U.S. Treasury Department, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service, and other standard-setting bodies could interpret or issue guidance on how provisions of the U.S. Tax Reform will be applied or otherwise administered that is different from our interpretation. We have not completed our determination of the accounting implications of the U.S. Tax Reform and no changes were recorded during the three months ended August 4, 2018 to the provisional amounts recorded as of February 3, 2018. However, we have reasonably estimated the effects and recorded provisional amounts in our consolidated financial statements as of August 4, 2018. As we complete our analysis of the U.S. Tax Reform, collect and prepare necessary data, and interpret any additional guidance, we may make adjustments to provisional amounts that we have recorded that may materially impact our provision for income taxes in the period in which the adjustments are made. Offsetting the favorable impact from the U.S. Tax Reform, during the six months ended August 4, 2018, we had additional tax provision expense of $24.0 million due to recording a valuation allowance associated with deferred tax assets and nondeductible discrete items, primarily related to the charges recorded as a result of the acquisition of TSL. As a result, our Our effective tax rate changed from 39.8% for the six months ended July 29, 2017 to 203.3% for the six months ended August 4, 2018 to 27.9% for the six months ended August 3, 2019. The decrease in the effective tax rate was primarily driven by valuation allowances and the goodwill impairment associated with the TSL acquisition during the six months ended August 4, 2018.
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Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash- Cash and cash equivalents represent cash, money market funds and credit card receivables that generally settle within three days. Restricted cash representsrepresented cash that iswas restricted as to withdrawal or usage and consisted of a mandatory cash deposit for certain outstanding letters of credit under our previous credit facility.credit.


The following table provides a reconciliation of cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash reported within the condensed consolidated balance sheets that sum to the total of the same such amounts shown in the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows:
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 February 2, 2019 August 4, 2018
Cash and cash equivalents$51,762
 $99,369
 $215,996
Restricted cash, included in prepaid expenses and other current assets
 1,199
 
Total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash shown in the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows$51,762
 $100,568
 $215,996


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(in thousands)August 4, 2018 February 3, 2018 July 29, 2017
Cash and cash equivalents$215,996
 $175,932
 $89,305
Restricted cash, included in prepaid expenses and other current assets
 
 3,923
Total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash shown in the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows$215,996
 $175,932
 $93,228


Inventories- All of our inventory is made up of finished goods. The U.S. Retail segment inventory is accounted for using the retail inventory method and is stated at the lower of cost or market. Under the retail inventory method, the valuation of inventories at cost and the resulting gross profits are determined by applying a calculated cost-to-retail ratio to the retail value of inventories. The cost basis of inventories reflected on the balance sheet is decreased by charges to cost of sales at the time the retail value of the inventory is lowered by markdowns. As a result, earnings are negatively impacted as the merchandise is marked down prior to sale. The Canada Retail segment inventory is accounted for using the weighted average cost method and is stated at the lower of cost or net realizable value. We monitor aged inventory for obsolete and slow moving inventory that may need to be liquidated in the future at amounts below cost. Reductions to inventory values establish a new cost basis. Favorable changes in facts or circumstances do not result in an increase in the newly established cost basis.

We perform physical inventory counts or cycle counts on all inventory on hand throughout the year and adjust the recorded balance to reflect the results. We record estimated shrinkage between physical inventory counts based on historical experience and recent results.

Inherent in the calculation of inventories are certain significant judgments and estimates, including setting the original merchandise retail value, markdowns, shrinkage, and liquidation values. The ultimate amount realized from the sale of inventory and write offs from counts could differ from management estimates.

Goodwill- We evaluate goodwill for impairment annually during our fourth quarter, or more frequently if an event occurs or circumstances change that would indicate that impairment may exist. When evaluating goodwill for impairment, we may first perform a qualitative assessment to determine whether it is more likely than not that a reporting unit is impaired. If we do not perform a qualitative assessment, or if we determine that it is more likely than not that the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, we will calculate the estimated fair value of the reporting unit. Fair value is the price a willing buyer would pay for the reporting unit and is typically calculated using a discounted cash flow analysis. For certain reporting units, where deemed appropriate, we may also utilize a market approach for estimating fair value. Goodwill impairment charges are calculated as the amount by which a reporting unit's carrying value exceeds its fair value, not to exceed the carrying value of goodwill.
On May 10, 2018, as discussed in more detail in Note 2, Acquisition, we acquired the remaining interest in TSL, which resulted in recording $37.0 million of goodwill. Based on the fair value of TSL using a discounted cash flow model (categorized as Level 3 under the fair value hierarchy defined below), we determined that the value of the acquired net assets exceeded its fair value. As a result, during the three months ended August 4, 2018, we recorded a goodwill impairment charge, which resulted in impairing all of TSL’s goodwill.

Fair Value- Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Assets and liabilities recorded at fair value are categorized using defined hierarchical levels related to the subjectivity associated with the inputs to fair value measurements as follows:
Level 1 - Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 - Quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets or inputs that are observable.
Level 3 - Unobservable inputs in which little or no market activity exists.

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We measure available-for-sale investments at fair value on a recurring basis. These investments are measured using a market-based approach using inputs such as prices of similar assets in active markets (categorized as Level 2), except for an immaterial amount of investments measured based on quoted market prices in active markets (categorized as Level 1) as of July 29, 2017.. The carrying value of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivables and accounts payables approximated their fair values due to their short-term nature.


Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions- Prior to our acquisition of the remaining interest in TSL, our equity investment in TSL and notes receivable from TSL, along with certain investments, were denominated in Canadian dollars ("CAD") and translated into USD at exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date. Each quarter, the income or loss from TSL was recorded in USD at the average exchange rate for the period. The cumulative translation adjustments resulting from changes in exchange rates are included in the consolidated balance sheets as a component of accumulated other comprehensive loss. As a result of the acquisition, we reclassified a net loss of $12.2 million of foreign currency translation related to the previously held balances from accumulated other comprehensive loss to non-operating expenses, net.

Beginning with the second quarter of fiscal 2018, TSL is a wholly-owned subsidiary with CAD as their functional currency. Assets and liabilities of TSL are translated into USD at exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date or historical rates as appropriate. Each quarter, amounts from TSL included in our consolidated statements of operations are translated at the average exchange rate for the period. The cumulative translation adjustments resulting from changes in exchange rates are included in the consolidated balance sheets as a component of accumulated other comprehensive loss. Transaction gains and losses are included in the consolidated statements of operations.

Prior Period Reclassification- Reclassifications- Certain prior period reclassifications were made to conform to the current period presentation. Prepaid rentFranchise costs was reclassified to operating expenses, and accounts payable to related parties was reclassified to prepaid expenses and other current assets and long-term prepaid rent to related parties were reclassified to other assets in our consolidated balance sheets.accounts payable.


Recent Accounting Pronouncements- In February 2016,Adoption of ASU 2016-02, Leases- During the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issuedfirst quarter of fiscal 2019, we adopted the new accounting standard for leases, Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") 2016-02 Leases, which will change howand the related amendments. We elected to initially apply ASU 2016-02 as of February 3, 2019, with the recognition of $1.0 billion of lease assets and $1.1 billion of lease liabilities and a cumulative-effect adjustment that decreased retained earnings by $9.6 million for transition impairments related to previously impaired leased locations. Periods prior to February 3, 2019 were not restated. Upon transition to ASU 2016-02, we account for leases. For most leases, a liability will be recordedrecognized lease liabilities based on the balance sheetpresent value of the remaining future fixed lease commitments, net of outstanding tenant allowance receivables, with corresponding lease assets. Amounts for prepaid expenses, deferred rent, deferred construction and tenant allowances, the accrual for lease obligations, and favorable and unfavorable leasehold interests were netted against the lease assets. At transition, we elected the package of practical expedients, which allows us to carry forward the historical lease classification and not reassess whether any expired or existing contracts are leases or contain leases. We did not elect the use of hindsight to determine the term of our leases at transition.

A lease liability for new leases is recorded based on the present value of future fixed lease obligationscommitments with a corresponding right-of-uselease asset. Primarily for thoseFor leases currently classified by us as operating leases, we will recognize a single lease cost on a straight linestraight-line basis based on the combined amortization of the lease obligationliability and the right-of-uselease asset. Other leases will be required to be accounted for as financing arrangements similarfinance arrangements. For real estate leases, we are generally required to current accountingpay base rent, real estate taxes, and insurance, which are considered lease components, and maintenance, which is a non-lease component. As provided for capitalunder ASU 2016-02, we have elected to not separate non-lease payment components from the associated lease component for all new real estate leases. The standard, which will haveWe determine the discount rate for each lease by estimating the rate that we would be required to pay on a material impactsecured borrowing for an amount equal to ourthe lease payments over the lease term.

Prior to the adoption of ASU 2016-02, we recognized rent expense on a straight-line basis over the noncancelable terms of the lease. For leases with fixed increases of the minimum rentals during the noncancelable term, we recorded the difference between the amounts charged to expense and the rent paid as deferred rent and amortized such deferred rent upon the delivery of the lease location by the lessor. In addition, cash allowances received from landlords were deferred and amortized on a straight-line basis over the noncancelable terms of the lease as a reduction of rent expense. Deferred rent and construction and tenant allowances are included in non-current liabilities on the condensed consolidated balance sheets is effective for us inperiods prior to February 3, 2019. Also, we recorded reserves for leased spaces that were abandoned due to closure. Using a credit-adjusted risk-free rate to calculate the present value of the liability, we estimated future lease obligations based on remaining fixed lease payments, estimated or actual sublease income, and any other relevant factors.

Adoption of ASU 2018-15, Intangibles - Goodwill and Other - Internal-Use Software- Also during the first quarter of fiscal 2019. In July 2018,2019, we early adopted ASU 2018-15 on a prospective basis, which aligned the FASB issued ASU 2018-11, Leases - Targeted Improvements,requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred in a cloud computing arrangement that providedis a practical expedient that removedservice contract with the requirementrequirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred to restate prior period financial statements upondevelop or acquire internal-use software. The adoption of the standard, which we plan to elect. We are currently evaluating the fullASU 2018-15 did not have a material impact of the standard, including other optional practical expedients that we may elect upon adoption, and we are progressing withon our implementation plan. Our implementation plan includes identifying our lease population, updating our lease database, assessing the lease system utilized by our third-party lease administrator, and identifying changes to processes and controls.condensed consolidated financial statements.


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2.    ACQUISITIONACQUISITIONS AND EQUITY METHOD INVESTMENT


Equity Investment in TSL- In fiscal 2014, we acquired a 49.2% interest in TSL for $75.1 million CAD ($68.9 million USD), which included an unsecured subordinated note from TSL that earned payment-in-kind interest at 12%. Our ownership stake provided 50% voting control and board representation equal to the co-investor. The co-investor held a put option to sell the remaining interest in TSL to us and we held a call option to purchase the remaining interest in TSL.

Step Acquisition of TSL- On May 10, 2018, we acquired the remaining interest in TSL for $36.2 million CADCanadian dollars ("CAD") ($28.2 million USD), net of acquired cash of $8.5 million CAD ($6.6 million USD), by exercising our call option. This was accounted for as a step acquisition whereby we remeasured to fair value our previously held assets, which included our equity investment in TSL and notes and accounts receivable from TSL, and included these assets in the determination of the purchase price. During the second quarter of fiscal 2018, as a result of the remeasurement, we recorded a loss of $34.0 million to non-operating expenses,income (expenses), net, in the consolidated statements of operations. Also during the second quarter of fiscal 2018, we reclassified a net loss of $12.2 million of foreign currency translation adjustments related to the previously held balances from accumulated other comprehensive loss to non-operating expenses,income (expenses), net.

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The preliminary purchase price and the allocation of the total consideration to the fair values of the assets and liabilities acquired was finalized as of February 2, 2019 and consisted of the following:following (in USD):
(in thousands)Final Purchase Price and Allocation
Purchase price: 
Cash consideration, net of cash acquired$28,152
Replacement stock-based awards attributable to pre-acquisition services196
Fair value of previously held assets92,242
 $120,590
Fair value of assets and liabilities acquired: 
Inventories$66,072
Other current assets3,687
Property and equipment41,008
Goodwill43,022
Intangible assets20,689
Accounts payable and accrued expenses(33,196)
Non-current liabilities(20,692)
 $120,590

(in USD and in thousands)Preliminary Purchase Price and Allocation as of May 10, 2018
Purchase price: 
Cash consideration, net of cash acquired$28,152
Replacement stock-based awards attributable to pre-acquisition services196
Fair value of previously held assets92,242
 $120,590
Fair value of assets and liabilities acquired: 
Inventories$58,822
Other current assets3,608
Property and equipment41,601
Goodwill37,044
Intangible assets20,689
Accounts payable and accrued expenses(33,248)
Non-current liabilities(7,926)
 $120,590


The fair value of previously held assets was determined immediately before the business combination, primarily by considering the income valuation approach (discounted cash flow) and the market valuation approach (precedent comparable transactions). Additionally, other information such as current market, industry and macroeconomic conditions were utilized to assist in developing these fair value measurements. The fair value of intangible assets includes $15.7 million for tradenames, $3.6 million for favorable leasehold interests, and $1.4 million for customer relationships associated with TSL'sthe Canada loyalty program. The fair value of unfavorable leasehold interests, included in non-current liabilities, was $7.6 million. The fair value for tradenames was determined using the relief from royalty method of the income approach, the fair value for leasehold interests was determined based on the market valuation approach, and the fair value for customer relationships related to the loyalty program was determined using the replacement cost method. The fair values for property and equipment waswere determined using the cost and market approaches. The fair value of inventories, which is made up of finished goods, was determined based on market assumptions for realizing a reasonable profit after selling costs. The categorization of the fair value framework used for these methods are considered Level 3 due to the subjective nature of the unobservable inputs used to determine the fair value.


The goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of the net assets acquired. With this being a step acquisition, the purchase price included the fair value of our previously held assets, which considered the valuation of the TSL enterprise. This valuation identified that the resulting goodwill was not supportable as the value of the acquired net assets exceeded the enterprise fair value. As a result, during the three months ended August 4,fiscal 2018, we recorded a goodwill impairment charge, net of adjustments as a result of recording adjustments to the preliminary purchase allocations, which resulted in impairing all of TSL’sthe Canada Retail segment's goodwill. A portion of the goodwill is not expected to be deductible for income tax purposes.

We are continuing to evaluate the fair value assumptions of the purchase price allocations, including deferred tax assets and liabilities, and these preliminary estimates could change. Since all of the goodwill associated with TSL was written off, any changes to the purchase price allocation may result in an adjustment to the impairment charge.


During the three months and six months ended August 4, 2018, our condensed consolidated statements of operations included revenue and net losses for TSL of $72.5 million and $38.5 million, respectively, which included the goodwill impairment charge of $36.2 million. Primarily in fiscal 2018, we incurred $3.1 million of acquisition-related costs as a result of the step
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acquisition (not included in the TSL net loss disclosed in the previous sentence), which were included in operating expenses in the condensed consolidated statements of operations.

Acquisition of Camuto Group- On November 5, 2018, we completed the acquisition of all of the outstanding securities of Camuto Group for $171.3 million, net of acquired cash of $9.7 million. The purchase price of the acquisition, along with the acquired equity investment in ABG-Camuto (discussed below), was funded with available cash and borrowings on the revolving line of credit of $160.0 million.

The following table summarizes the preliminary and revised purchase price and the allocation of the total consideration to the fair values of the assets and liabilities acquired:
(in thousands)
Preliminary Purchase Price and Allocation
as of November 5, 2018
 Measurement Period Adjustments Revised Purchase Price and Allocation as of August 3, 2019
Purchase price -     
Cash consideration, net of cash acquired$171,251
 $
 $171,251
Fair value of assets and liabilities acquired:     
Accounts receivable$83,939
 $3,980
 $87,919
Inventories74,499
 (758) 73,741
Other current assets7,197
 1,045
 8,242
Property and equipment43,906
 960
 44,866
Goodwill63,614
 26,767
 90,381
Intangible asset27,000
 (21,700) 5,300
Other assets13,351
 
 13,351
Accounts payable and other liabilities(122,811) (2,195) (125,006)
Non-current liabilities(19,444) (8,099) (27,543)
 $171,251
 $
 $171,251


The fair value of the intangible asset relates to customer relationships and was based on the excess earnings method under the income approach. The fair value measurement is based on significant unobservable inputs, including the future cash flows and discount and customer attrition rates. The fair values for property and equipment were determined using the cost and market approaches. The fair value of inventories, which is made up of finished goods, was determined based on market assumptions for realizing a reasonable profit after selling costs. The inventory valuation step-up was recognized to cost of goods sold during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2018 based on assumed inventory turns.

The goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of the net assets acquired, and was primarily attributable to acquiring an established design and sourcing process, which provides us the opportunity to expand our exclusive products offering at a lower cost in our retail segments, and an assembled workforce. Goodwill is expected to be deductible for income tax purposes.

Non-current liabilities include $12.7 million of estimated unpaid foreign payroll and other taxes. We recorded an offsetting indemnification asset to other assets, which we expect to collect under the terms of the securities purchase agreement with the Sellers. See Note 16, Commitments and Contingencies, for additional information.

Adjustments made during the three months ended August 3, 2019 are the result of refining preliminary cash flow assumptions relating to certain synergy assumptions to the various reporting units, adjusting accruals and related indemnification receivables based on additional information, and other immaterial adjustments identified as we perform additional analysis of the assets and liabilities acquired. Adjustments to the purchase price and the allocation of the purchase price may be made during a measurement period of up to one year from the acquisition date as additional information that existed at the date of the acquisition is obtained. Measurement period adjustments are recognized on a prospective basis in the period of change. The purchase price is subject to adjustments primarily based upon a working capital provision as provided by the purchase agreement. The allocation of the purchase price is currently based on certain preliminary valuations and analysis that have not been completed as of the date of this filing. In addition, we have not completed the allocation of goodwill to our U.S. Retail and Brand Portfolio segments or the reporting units within the Brand Portfolio segment.
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Primarily during fiscal 2018, we incurred $22.2 million of acquisition-related costs as a result of the acquisition, which were included in operating expenses in the condensed consolidated statements of operations.


Equity Investment in ABG-Camuto- On November 5, 2018, we acquired a 40% interest in the newly formed ABG-Camuto joint venture for $56.8 million in partnership with Authentic Brands Group LLC. Also on November 5, 2018, ABG-Camuto acquired several intellectual property rights from the Sellers and entered into a licensing agreement with us, which earns royalties from the net sales of Camuto Group under the brands acquired.

Activity related to our equity investment in ABG-Camuto was as follows:
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(in thousands)Six Months Ended August 3, 2019
Balance at beginning of period$58,125
Share of net earnings4,692
Distributions received(7,784)
Balance at end of period$55,033

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Combined Results- The following table provides the supplemental unaudited pro forma total revenue and net incomeloss of the combined entity had the acquisition datedates of TSL and Camuto Group and the investment in ABG-Camuto been the first day of our fiscal 2017:
(in thousands)Three months ended August 4, 2018 Six months ended August 4, 2018
Total revenue$886,780
 $1,755,210
Net loss$(45,722) $(33,131)

 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
Total revenue$795,268
 $748,298
 $1,563,985
 $1,496,544
Net income$45,456
 $28,583
 $67,493
 $49,654
Basic and diluted earnings per share:       
Basic earnings per share$0.57
 $0.36
 $0.84
 $0.62
Diluted earnings per share$0.56
 $0.35
 $0.83
 $0.62


The amounts in the supplemental pro forma results apply our accounting policies, eliminate intercompany transactions, assume the acquisition-related transaction costs were incurred in fiscal 2017, and reflect adjustments for additional depreciation and amortizationexpenses that would have been charged assuming borrowings on the revolving line of credit of $160 million and the same fair value adjustments to inventory, property and equipment, and acquired intangibles had been applied on the first day of our fiscal 2017. TheRelated to the TSL acquisition, the supplemental pro forma results also exclude the loss related to the remeasurement of previously held assets, the net loss of foreign currency translation related to the previously held balances from accumulated other comprehensive loss, and the goodwill impairment charge,charge. Because the ABG-Camuto investment was integral to the Camuto Group acquisition, the supplemental pro forma results include royalty expenses that would be due to ABG-Camuto using the guaranteed minimum royalties per the license agreement and transaction costs.the related earnings from our equity investment in ABG-Camuto had the transactions occurred on the first day of our fiscal 2017. Accordingly, these supplemental pro forma results have been prepared for comparative purposes only and are not intended to be indicative of results of operations that would have occurred had the acquisitionacquisitions actually occurred in the prior year period or indicative of the results of operations for any future period.

During the three months ended August 4, 2018, our consolidated statements of operations included sales and net losses for TSL of $72.5 million and $38.5 million, respectively, which includes the goodwill impairment charge of $36.2 million.


3.    REVENUE

Adoption of ASU 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers- During the first quarter of fiscal 2018, we adopted the new accounting standard for revenue recognition, ASU 2014-09 and the related amendments, using the full retrospective method where each prior period presented is restated. We recorded an increase to retained earnings as of January 31, 2016 (opening balance for fiscal 2016) of $4.9 million. The adoption of ASU 2014-09 had the following impacts:
Income from the breakage of gift cards is classified within net sales and recognized proportionately over the expected redemption period, which was previously recognized as a reduction to operating expenses when the redemption of the gift card was deemed remote.
The loyalty program is being treated as deferred revenue, which was previously treated using the incremental cost method and recognized to cost of sales.
We changed other classifications between net sales, franchise and other revenue, cost of sales and operating expenses for various revenue-related transactions.
We present our estimated returns allowance on a gross basis with returns liability recorded to accrued expenses and an asset for recovery to prepaid expenses and other current assets, which were previously presented on a net basis in accrued expenses.

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NOTES TO THE CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)




As a result of adopting ASU 2014-09, we adjusted our condensed consolidated statements of operations (including total comprehensive income) on a retrospective basis as follows:3.    REVENUE

 Three months ended July 29, 2017 Six months ended July 29, 2017
(in thousands, except per share amounts)As Reported Adjustments As Adjusted As Reported Adjustments As Adjusted
Net sales$680,409
 1,312
 $681,721
 $1,371,511
 1,029
 $1,372,540
Franchise and other revenue$
 1,291
 $1,291
 $
 2,510
 $2,510
Total revenue$
 683,012
 $683,012
 $
 1,375,050
 $1,375,050
Cost of sales$(483,437) 1,013
 $(482,424) $(979,310) 3,152
 $(976,158)
Operating expenses$(149,057) (3,497) $(152,554) $(302,321) (6,801) $(309,122)
Operating profit$46,747
 119
 $46,866
 $87,628
 (110) $87,518
Income before income taxes and income (loss) from equity investment$46,729
 119
 $46,848
 $86,667
 (110) $86,557
Income tax provision$(18,349) (41) $(18,390) $(34,014) 39
 $(33,975)
Net income$28,599
 78
 $28,677
 $51,566
 (71) $51,495
Total comprehensive income$39,760
 78
 $39,838
 $60,243
 (71) $60,172
Diluted earnings per share$0.35
 0.01
 $0.36
 $0.64
 
 $0.64

As a result of adopting ASU 2014-09, we adjusted our condensed consolidated balance sheets on a retrospective basis as follows:
 February 3, 2018 July 29, 2017
(in thousands)As Reported Adjustments As Adjusted As Reported Adjustments As Adjusted
ASSETS           
Prepaid expenses and other current assets$41,333
 7,864
 $49,197
 $38,472
 7,057
 $45,529
Total current assets$863,009
 7,864
 $870,873
 $854,886
 7,057
 $861,943
Deferred income taxes$27,671
 40
 $27,711
 $18,765
 27
 $18,792
Total assets$1,413,613
 7,904
 $1,421,517
 $1,439,545
 7,084
 $1,446,629
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY           
Accrued expenses$145,218
 3,008
 $148,226
 $121,934
 2,409
 $124,343
Total current liabilities$324,526
 3,008
 $327,534
 $287,311
 2,409
 $289,720
Total liabilities$463,258
 3,008
 $466,266
 $466,266
 2,409
 $468,675
Retained earnings$350,083
 4,896
 $354,979
 $366,199
 4,675
 $370,874
Total shareholders' equity$950,355
 4,896
 $955,251
 $973,279
 4,675
 $977,954
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity$1,413,613
 7,904
 $1,421,517
 $1,439,545
 7,084
 $1,446,629

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NOTES TO THE CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)


As a result of adopting ASU 2014-09, we adjusted our condensed consolidated statements of cash flows on a retrospective basis as follows:
 Six months ended July 29, 2017
(in thousands)As Reported Adjustments As Adjusted
Cash flows from operating activities:     
Net income$51,566
 (71) $51,495
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:     
Deferred income taxes$(3,831) (7) $(3,838)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets$(8,061) 1,331
 $(6,730)
Accrued expenses$(9,016) (1,253) $(10,269)

Disaggregation of Revenue- The following table presents our total revenue disaggregated by operating segments:
 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
Segment net sales:       
U.S. Retail$677,920
 $691,757
 $1,369,760
 $1,361,541
Canada Retail63,306
 72,532
 115,122
 72,532
Brand Portfolio95,422
 
 196,289
 
Other29,480
 29,446
 65,087
 70,099
Total net sales866,128
 793,735
 1,746,258
 1,504,172
Commission, franchise and other revenue11,771
 1,533
 20,676
 3,198
 877,899
 795,268
 1,766,934
 1,507,370
Elimination of intersegment revenue(17,701) 
 (28,221) 
Total revenue$860,198
 $795,268
 $1,738,713
 $1,507,370

 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
Net sales:       
U.S. Retail segment$691,757
 $629,691
 $1,361,541
 $1,254,195
Canada Retail segment72,532
 
 72,532
 
Other:       
ABG29,446
 31,330
 64,466
 75,318
Ebuys
 20,700
 5,633
 43,027
Total Other29,446
 52,030
 70,099
 118,345
Total net sales793,735
 681,721
 1,504,172
 1,372,540
Franchise and other revenue1,533
 1,291
 3,198
 2,510
Total revenue$795,268
 $683,012
 $1,507,370
 $1,375,050


The U.S. Retail segmentand Brand Portfolio segments and Other net sales recognized are primarily based on sales to customers in the U.S., and Canada Retail segment net sales recognized are based on sales to customers in Canada. Revenue realized from geographic markets outside of the U.S. and Canada have collectively been immaterial.


For the U.S. Retail and Canada Retail segments, we separate our merchandise into three primary categories: women’s footwear, men’s footwear, and accessories and other (which includes kids’ footwear). The following table presents the retail net salestotal revenue by category as reconciled to total net sales:product and service category:
 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
Net sales:       
U.S. Retail segment:      
Women's footwear$458,390
 $467,337
 $940,511
 $936,621
Men's footwear140,895
 151,573
 269,884
 284,732
Accessories, kids and other78,635
 72,847
 159,365
 140,188
 677,920
 691,757
 1,369,760
 1,361,541
Canada Retail segment:       
Women's footwear35,533
 42,067
 64,159
 42,067
Men's footwear16,432
 19,455
 29,440
 19,455
Accessories, kids and other11,341
 11,010
 21,523
 11,010
 63,306
 72,532
 115,122
 72,532
Brand Portfolio segment:       
Wholesale88,577
 
 180,331
 
Direct-to-consumer6,845
 
 15,958
 
 95,422
 
 196,289
 
Other29,480
 29,446
 65,087
 70,099
Total net sales866,128
 793,735
 1,746,258
 1,504,172
Commission, franchise and other revenue11,771
 1,533
 20,676
 3,198
 877,899
 795,268
 1,766,934
 1,507,370
Elimination of intersegment revenue(17,701) 
 (28,221) 
Total revenue$860,198
 $795,268
 $1,738,713
 $1,507,370

 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
Retail net sales by category:      
Women's footwear$509,404
 $428,833
 $978,688
 $866,764
Men's footwear171,028
 143,090
 304,187
 271,203
Accessories and other83,857
 57,768
 151,198
 116,228
Other - ABG and Ebuys29,446
 52,030
 70,099
 118,345
Total net sales$793,735
 $681,721
 $1,504,172
 $1,372,540



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NOTES TO THE CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)




Deferred Revenue Liabilities- We record deferred revenue liabilities, included in accrued expenses on the condensed consolidated balance sheets, for remaining obligations we have to our customers. The following table presents the changes and total balances for gift cards and our loyalty programs:
 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
Gift cards:       
Beginning of period$30,066
 $28,151
 $34,998
 $32,792
Gift cards redeemed and breakage recognized to net sales(21,843) (21,761) (44,098) (44,034)
Gift cards issued20,054
 20,401
 37,377
 38,033
End of period$28,277
 $26,791
 $28,277
 $26,791
Loyalty programs:       
Beginning of period$16,153
 $22,111
 $16,151
 $21,282
Loyalty certificates redeemed and expired and other adjustments recognized to net sales(9,507) (16,750) (18,828) (23,385)
Deferred revenue for loyalty points issued9,388
 11,425
 18,711
 18,889
End of period$16,034
 $16,786
 $16,034
 $16,786

 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
Gift cards:       
Beginning of period$28,151
 $27,802
 $32,792
 $30,829
Gift cards redeemed and breakage recognized to net sales(21,761) (25,132) (44,034) (44,440)
Gift cards issued20,401
 22,136
 38,033
 38,417
End of period$26,791
 $24,806
 $26,791
 $24,806
Loyalty programs:       
Beginning of period$22,111
 $21,287
 $21,282
 $19,889
Loyalty certificates redeemed and expired and other adjustments recognized to net sales(16,750) (7,529) (23,385) (14,185)
Deferred revenue for loyalty points issued11,425
 7,848
 18,889
 15,902
End of period$16,786
 $21,606
 $16,786
 $21,606

Sales Returns- We reduce net sales by the amount of expected returns and cost of sales by the amount of merchandise we expect to recover, which are estimated based on historical experience. The following table presents the changes and total balances for the returns liability:
 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
Sales returns liability:       
Beginning of period$16,006
 $14,952
 $14,130
 $14,149
Net sales reduced for estimated returns98,563
 81,484
 183,616
 159,420
Actual returns during the period(100,143) (83,673) (183,320) (160,806)
End of period$14,426
 $12,763
 $14,426
 $12,763

As of August 4, 2018, February 3, 2018, and July 29, 2017, the asset for recovery of merchandise returns was $7.6 million, $7.9 million, and $7.1 million, respectively.


4.    RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

Accounts receivable and accounts payable associated with related parties are separately presented on the consolidated balance sheets. Accounts receivable from and payables to related parties normally settle in the form of cash in 30 to 60 days.


Schottenstein Affiliates


As of August 4, 2018,3, 2019, the Schottenstein Affiliates, entities owned or controlled by Jay L. Schottenstein, the executive chairman of our Board of Directors, and members of his family, beneficially owned approximately 14%15% of the Company's outstanding common shares, representing approximately 49%51% of the combined voting power. As of August 4, 2018,3, 2019, the Schottenstein Affiliates beneficially owned 3.63.4 million Class A common shares and 7.7 million Class B common shares. We had the following related party transactions with Schottenstein Affiliates:


Leases- We lease our fulfillment center and certain store locations owned by Schottenstein Affiliates. See Note 15, Leases, for rent expense and future minimum lease payment requirements associated with the Schottenstein Affiliates.

Other Purchases and Services- During the three months ended August 4, 20183, 2019 and July 29, 2017, we recorded rent expense from leases with Schottenstein Affiliates of $2.3 million and $2.3 million, respectively. During the six months ended August 4, 2018, and July 29, 2017, we recorded rent expense from leases with Schottenstein Affiliates of $4.6 million and $4.6 million, respectively.

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NOTES TO THE CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)


Other Purchases and Services- During the three months ended August 4, 2018 and July 29, 2017, we had other purchases and services from Schottenstein Affiliates of $1.7$1.5 million and $0.4$1.7 million, respectively. During the six months ended August 3, 2019 and August 4, 2018, and July 29, 2017, we had other purchases and services from Schottenstein Affiliates of $3.4 million and $3.3 million, respectively.

Due to Related Parties-As of August 3, 2019, February 2, 2019 and $0.7August 4, 2018, we had amounts due to related parties of $0.5 million, respectively.$1.0 million and $0.5 million, respectively, included in accounts payable on the condensed consolidated balance sheets.


TSLABG-Camuto


Prior to our acquisitionBeginning in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2018, we have a 40% interest in ABG-Camuto. ABG-Camuto entered into a licensing agreement with us whereby we pay royalties on the net sales of the remaining interest in TSL on May 10, 2018, our ownership interest in TSL provided us a 50% voting control and board representation equal to the co-investor, and was treated as an equity investment. We had the following related party transactions with TSL during the period it was an equity investment:

Management Agreement- We had a management agreement with TSL under which we provided certain information technology and management services.brands owned by ABG-Camuto. During the three months ended July 29, 2017, we recognized income of $0.3 million. During theand six months ended August 4, 2018 and July 29, 2017,3, 2019, we recognized income of $0.3recorded $3.6 million and $0.6$9.3 million respectively.

License Agreement- We licensed the use of our tradename and trademark, DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse,royalty expense payable to TSL for a royalty fee based on a percentageABG-Camuto, respectively. As of net sales from its Canadian DSW stores, which areFebruary 2, 2019, we had $2.4 million payable to ABG-Camuto, included in net sales. The license was exclusive and non-transferable for use in Canada. Duringaccrued expenses on the three months ended July 29, 2017, we recognized royalty income of $0.2 million. During the six months ended August 4, 2018 and July 29, 2017, we recognized royalty income of $0.1 million and $0.3 million, respectively.condensed consolidated balance sheets.

Other Purchases and Services- During the three months ended July 29, 2017, TSL had other purchases and services from us of $0.7 million. During the six months ended August 4, 2018 and July 29, 2017, TSL had other purchases and services from us of $0.4 million and $1.6 million, respectively. During the six months ended August 4, 2018, we purchased inventory from TSL for $1.3 million.


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NOTES TO THE CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)


5.    EARNINGS (LOSS) PER SHARE


Basic earnings (loss) per share is based on net income (loss) and the weighted average of Class A and Class B common shares outstanding. Diluted earnings (loss) per share reflects the potential dilution of common shares adjusted for outstanding stock options, restricted stock units ("RSUs"), and performance-based restricted stock units ("PSUs") calculated using the treasury stock method.


The following is a reconciliation of the number of shares used in the calculation of earnings (loss) per share:
 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
Weighted average basic shares outstanding73,529
 80,265
 75,267
 80,187
Dilutive effect of stock-based compensation awards787
 
 1,014
 
Weighted average diluted shares outstanding74,316
 80,265
 76,281
 80,187

 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
Weighted average shares outstanding - Basic shares80,265
 80,317
 80,187
 80,267
Dilutive effect of stock-based compensation awards
 397
 
 462
Weighted average shares outstanding - Diluted shares80,265
 80,714
 80,187
 80,729


For the three months ended August 3, 2019 and August 4, 2018, and July 29, 2017, the number of potential shares that were not included in the computation of diluted earnings (loss) per share becausedue to the anti-dilutive effect would be anti-dilutive was 3.24.6 million and 4.63.2 million, respectively. For the six months ended August 3, 2019 and August 4, 2018, and July 29, 2017, the number of potential shares that were not included in the computation of diluted earnings (loss) per share becausedue to the anti-dilutive effect would be anti-dilutive was 2.9 million and 3.2 million, and 4.3 million, respectively.


DSW INC.
NOTES TO THE CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)


6.    STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION


Stock-based compensation expense consisted of the following:
 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
Stock options$563
 $1,343
 $1,386
 $3,138
Restricted and director stock units4,798
 3,841
 8,345
 6,560
 $5,361
 $5,184
 $9,731
 $9,698

 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
Stock options$1,343
 $1,586
 $3,138
 $3,337
Restricted and director stock units3,841
 2,656
 6,560
 4,514
 $5,184
 $4,242
 $9,698
 $7,851


The following table summarizes the stock-based compensation award activity for the six months ended August 4, 2018:3, 2019:
 Number of shares
(in thousands)Stock Options Time-Based RSUs Performance-Based RSUs
Outstanding - beginning of period4,001
 989
 596
Granted
 841
 358
Exercised / vested(99) (111) (97)
Forfeited / expired(38) (56) 
Outstanding - end of period3,864
 1,663
 857

 Number of shares
(in thousands)Stock Options Time-Based RSUs Performance-Based RSUs
Outstanding - beginning of period4,333
 436
 457
Granted
 663
 250
Exercised / vested(158) (58) (49)
Forfeited / expired(111) (50) (4)
Outstanding - end of period4,064
 991
 654


As of August 4, 2018, 4.13, 2019, 2.7 million shares of Class A common shares remain available for future stock-based compensation grants under the 2014 Long-Term Incentive Plan.


7.    SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY


Shares- Our Class A common shares are listed for trading under the ticker symbol "DSW""DBI" on the New York Stock Exchange. There is currently no public market for the Company's Class B common shares, but the Class B common shares can be exchanged for the Company's Class A common shares at the election of the holder on a share for share basis. Holders of Class A common shares are entitled to one vote per share and holders of Class B common shares are entitled to eight votes per share on matters submitted to shareholders for approval.


DESIGNER BRANDS INC.
NOTES TO THE CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)


The following table provides additional information for our common shares:
 August 3, 2019 February 2, 2019 August 4, 2018
(in thousands)Class A Class B Class A Class B Class A Class B
Authorized shares250,000
 100,000
 250,000
 100,000
 250,000
 100,000
Issued shares86,080
 7,733
 85,763
 7,733
 85,652
 7,733
Outstanding shares64,911
 7,733
 70,672
 7,733
 72,561
 7,733
Treasury shares21,169
 
 15,091
 
 13,091
 

 August 4, 2018 February 3, 2018 July 29, 2017
(in thousands)Class A Class B Class A Class B Class A Class B
Authorized shares250,000
 100,000
 250,000
 100,000
 250,000
 100,000
Issued shares85,652
 7,733
 85,385
 7,733
 85,201
 7,733
Outstanding shares72,561
 7,733
 72,294
 7,733
 72,610
 7,733
Treasury shares13,091
 
 13,091
 
 12,591
 


We have authorized 100.0100 million shares of no par value preferred shares with no shares issued for any of the periods presented.


Dividends- On August 28, 2018,29, 2019, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend payment of $0.25 per share for both Class A and Class B common shares. The dividend will be paid on October 5, 20184, 2019 to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 24, 2018.20, 2019.


Share Repurchases- On August 17, 2017, the Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of an additional $500.0$500 million of DSWClass A common shares under our share repurchase program, which was added to the $33.5 million remaining from the previous authorization. During the six months ended August 4, 2018 and July 29, 2017,3, 2019, we did not repurchase anyrepurchased 6.1 million Class A common shares at a cost of $125.0 million, with $524.1$351.6 million of Class A common shares that remain authorized under the program as of August 3, 2019. During the six months ended August 4, 2018.2018, we did not repurchase any Class A common shares. The share repurchase program may be suspended, modified or discontinued at any time, and we have no obligation to repurchase any amount of our common shares under the program. Shares will be repurchased in the open market at times and in amounts considered appropriate based on price and market conditions.
DSW INC.
NOTES TO THE CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)


Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)-Loss- Changes for the balances of each component of accumulated other comprehensive loss were as follows (all amounts are net of tax):
 Three months ended
 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
(in thousands)Foreign Currency Translation Available-for-Sale Securities Total Foreign Currency Translation Available-for-Sale Securities Total
Accumulated other comprehensive loss - beginning of period$(3,042) $(224) $(3,266) $(12,218) $(980) $(13,198)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications461
 196
 657
 (1,365) 27
 (1,338)
Amounts reclassified to non-operating income (expenses), net
 23
 23
 12,218
 42
 12,260
Other comprehensive income461
 219
 680
 10,853
 69
 10,922
Accumulated other comprehensive loss - end of period$(2,581) $(5) $(2,586) $(1,365) $(911) $(2,276)


DESIGNER BRANDS INC.
NOTES TO THE CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)

 Three months ended
 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
(in thousands)Foreign Currency Translation Available-for-Sale Securities Total Foreign Currency Translation Available-for-Sale Securities Total
Accumulated other comprehensive loss - beginning of period$(12,218) $(980) $(13,198) $(16,357) $(68) $(16,425)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(1,365) 27
 (1,338) 10,657
 (23) 10,634
Amounts reclassified to non-operating expenses, net12,218
 42
 12,260
 699
 (172) 527
Other comprehensive income (loss)10,853
 69
 10,922
 11,356
 (195) 11,161
Accumulated other comprehensive loss - end of period$(1,365) $(911) $(2,276) $(5,001) $(263) $(5,264)


 Six months ended
 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
(in thousands)Foreign Currency Translation Available-for-Sale Securities Total Foreign Currency Translation Available-for-Sale Securities Total
Accumulated other comprehensive loss - beginning of period$(2,328) $(378) $(2,706) $(9,278) $(796) $(10,074)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(253) 438
 185
 (6,050) (317) (6,367)
Amounts reclassified to non-operating expenses, net
 (65) (65) 13,963
 202
 14,165
Other comprehensive income (loss)(253) 373
 120
 7,913
 (115) 7,798
Accumulated other comprehensive loss - end of period$(2,581) $(5) $(2,586) $(1,365) $(911) $(2,276)

 Six months ended
 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
(in thousands)Foreign Currency Translation Available-for-Sale Securities Total Foreign Currency Translation Available-for-Sale Securities Total
Accumulated other comprehensive loss - beginning of period$(9,278) $(796) $(10,074) $(13,699) $(242) $(13,941)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(6,050) (317) (6,367) 6,537
 33
 6,570
Amounts reclassified to non-operating expenses, net13,963
 202
 14,165
 2,161
 (54) 2,107
Other comprehensive income (loss)7,913
 (115) 7,798
 8,698
 (21) 8,677
Accumulated other comprehensive loss - end of period$(1,365) $(911) $(2,276) $(5,001) $(263) $(5,264)


8.    ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE

Accounts receivable, net, consisted of the following:
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 February 2, 2019 August 4, 2018
Customer accounts receivables:     
Serviced by third-party provider with guaranteed payment$61,494
 $47,599
 $
Serviced by third-party provider without guaranteed payment495
 280
 
Serviced in-house10,145
 9,892
 3,090
Construction and tenant allowance receivables due from landlords(1)

 4,034
 5,201
Other receivables14,460
 8,004
 8,968
Accounts receivable86,594
 69,809
 17,259
Allowance for doubtful accounts(1,432) (939) 
Accounts receivable, net$85,162
 $68,870
 $17,259

(1)Upon transition to ASU 2016-02 at the beginning of fiscal 2019, amounts for construction and tenant allowance receivables due from landlords were netted against the operating lease liabilities.

9.    INVESTMENTS


Investments in available-for-sale securities consisted of the following:
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 February 2, 2019 August 4, 2018
Carrying value of investments$25,510
 $70,195
 $73,978
Unrealized gains included in accumulated other comprehensive loss18
 44
 10
Unrealized losses included in accumulated other comprehensive loss(24) (521) (869)
Fair value$25,504
 $69,718
 $73,119

(in thousands)August 4, 2018 February 3, 2018 July 29, 2017
Carrying value of investments$73,978
 $125,349
 $182,325
Unrealized gains included in accumulated other comprehensive loss10
 23
 99
Unrealized losses included in accumulated other comprehensive loss(869) (767) (362)
Fair value$73,119
 $124,605
 $182,062


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9.10.    PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT


Property and equipment consisted of the following:
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 February 2, 2019 August 4, 2018
Land$1,110
 $1,110
 $1,110
Buildings13,445
 12,485
 12,485
Building and leasehold improvements440,425
 437,116
 425,651
Furniture, fixtures and equipment489,805
 487,494
 451,040
Software183,226
 161,226
 145,111
Construction in progress(1)
41,454
 38,646
 46,643
Total property and equipment1,169,465
 1,138,077
 1,082,040
Accumulated depreciation and amortization(766,686) (728,501) (694,419)
Property and equipment, net$402,779
 $409,576
 $387,621
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 February 3, 2018 July 29, 2017
Land$1,110
 $1,110
 $1,110
Buildings12,485
 12,485
 12,485
Building and leasehold improvements425,651
 404,852
 398,129
Furniture, fixtures and equipment451,040
 423,597
 417,226
Software145,111
 137,917
 135,844
Construction in progress(1)
46,643
 39,201
 28,008
Total property and equipment1,082,040
 1,019,162
 992,802
Accumulated depreciation and amortization(694,419) (663,963) (628,250)
Property and equipment, net$387,621
 $355,199
 $364,552

(1)Construction in progress is comprised primarily of the construction of leasehold improvements and furniture and fixtures related to unopened stores and internal-use software under development.


10.11.    GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS


Goodwill- Activity related to our goodwill was as follows:
 Six months ended
 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
(in thousands)Goodwill Accumulated Impairments Net Goodwill Accumulated Impairments Net
Beginning of period by segment:           
U.S. Retail$25,899
 $
 $25,899
 $25,899
 $
 $25,899
Canada Retail42,048
 (42,048) 
 
 
 
Brand Portfolio63,614
 
 63,614
 
 
 
Other
 
 
 53,790
 (53,790) 
 131,561
 (42,048) 89,513
 79,689
 (53,790) 25,899
Activity by segment:           
Canada Retail:           
Acquired TSL goodwill
 
 
 37,044
 
 37,044
Impairment charges
 
 
 
 (36,240) (36,240)
Currency translation adjustment(416) 416
 
 (580) (224) (804)
Brand Portfolio -           
Purchase price and allocation adjustments26,767
 
 26,767
 
 
 
Other - Eliminated goodwill from Ebuys exit
 
 
 (53,790) 53,790
 
 26,351
 416
 26,767
 (17,326) 17,326
 
End of period by segment:           
U.S. Retail25,899
 
 25,899
 25,899
 
 25,899
Canada Retail41,632
 (41,632) 
 36,464
 (36,464) 
Brand Portfolio90,381
 
 90,381
 
 
 
 $157,912
 $(41,632) $116,280
 $62,363
 $(36,464) $25,899

 Six months ended
 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
(in thousands)Goodwill Accumulated Impairments Net Goodwill Accumulated Impairments Net
Beginning of period by segment:           
U.S. Retail segment$25,899
 $
 $25,899
 $25,899
 $
 $25,899
Other - Ebuys53,790
 (53,790) 
 53,790
 
 53,790
 79,689
 (53,790) 25,899
 79,689
 
 79,689
Activity during the period by segment:           
Canada Retail segment:           
Acquired TSL goodwill37,044
 
 37,044
 
 
 
Impairment charges
 (36,240) (36,240) 
 
 
Currency translation adjustment(580) (224) (804) 
 
 
Other - eliminated Ebuys goodwill(53,790) 53,790
 
 
 
 
 (17,326) 17,326
 
 
 
 
End of period by segment:           
U.S. Retail segment25,899
 
 25,899
 25,899
 
 25,899
Canada Retail segment36,464
 (36,464) 
 
 
 
Other - Ebuys
 
 
 53,790
 
 53,790
 $62,363
 $(36,464) $25,899
 $79,689
 $
 $79,689


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Intangible Assets- Intangible assets consisted of the following:
(in thousands)Cost Accumulated Amortization Net
August 3, 2019     
Definite-lived customer relationships$6,661
 $(1,064) $5,597
Indefinite-lived trademarks and tradenames15,515
 
 15,515
 $22,176
 $(1,064) $21,112
February 2, 2019     
Definite-lived:     
Customer relationships$28,375
 $(1,010) $27,365
Favorable leasehold interests3,513
 (295) 3,218
Indefinite-lived trademarks and tradenames15,546
 
 15,546
 $47,434
 $(1,305) $46,129
August 4, 2018     
Definite-lived:     
Customer relationships$1,378
 $(114) $1,264
Favorable leasehold interests3,522
 (101) 3,421
Indefinite-lived trademarks and tradenames15,600
 
 15,600
 $20,500
 $(215) $20,285

(in thousands)Cost Accumulated Amortization Net
August 4, 2018     
Definite-lived:     
Customer relationships$1,378
 $(114) $1,264
Favorable leasehold interests3,522
 (101) 3,421
Indefinite-lived trademarks and tradenames15,600
 
 15,600
 $20,500
 $(215) $20,285
February 3, 2018     
Definite-lived:     
Online retailer and customer relationships$3,767
 $(3,767) $
Tradenames1,260
 (1,260) 
Non-compete agreements1,800
 (1,800) 
Indefinite-lived trademarks and tradenames135
 
 135
 $6,962
 $(6,827) $135
July 29, 2017     
Definite-lived:     
Online retailer and customer relationships$22,300
 $(3,202) $19,098
Tradenames11,000
 (1,039) 9,961
Non-compete agreements5,400
 (1,529) 3,871
Indefinite-lived trademarks and tradenames135
 
 135
 $38,835
 $(5,770) $33,065


The definite-lived intangible assetscustomer relationships are amortized by the straight-line method usingover three years for customer relationships associated with TSL'sthe Canada loyalty program and overeight years for Brand Portfolio customer relationships. Upon transition to ASU 2016-02 at the remaining lease termbeginning of fiscal 2019, amounts for favorable leasehold interests.interests were netted against the operating lease assets.


11.12.    ACCRUED EXPENSES


Accrued expenses consisted of the following:
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 February 2, 2019 August 4, 2018
Gift cards and merchandise credits$28,277
 $34,998
 $26,791
Accrued compensation and related expenses38,532
 53,577
 30,224
Accrued taxes18,330
 16,491
 21,029
Loyalty programs deferred revenue16,034
 16,151
 16,786
Sales returns19,332
 17,743
 14,426
Customer allowances and discounts9,306
 13,094
 
Other(1)
43,626
 49,481
 36,520
 $173,437
 $201,535
 $145,776
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 February 3, 2018 July 29, 2017
Gift cards and merchandise credits$26,791
 $32,792
 $24,806
Accrued compensation and related expenses30,224
 25,082
 14,830
Accrued taxes21,029
 20,757
 20,126
Loyalty programs deferred revenue16,786
 21,282
 21,606
Sales returns14,426
 14,130
 12,763
Other(1)
36,520
 34,183
 30,212
 $145,776
 $148,226
 $124,343

(1)Other is comprised of various other accrued expenses that we expect will settle within one year of the applicable period, including amounts owed under our vendor payment program described below.period.


We offer our vendors a payment program where a payment processing intermediary makes regularly-scheduled payments to participating vendors and we, in turn, settle monthly with the intermediary. The net change in the outstanding balance is reflected as a financing activity in the consolidated statements of cash flows.

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12.13.    OTHER NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES


Non-currentOther non-current liabilities consisted of the following:
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 February 2, 2019 August 4, 2018
Foreign tax contingent liabilities$14,807
 $13,429
 $
Deferred tax liabilities3,393
 3,260
 
Construction and tenant allowances(1)

 71,634
 75,439
Deferred rent(1)

 35,934
 35,694
Accrual for lease obligations(1)

 16,483
 9,511
Unfavorable leasehold interests(1)

 5,779
 7,000
Other(2)
20,390
 18,528
 22,672
 $38,590
 $165,047
 $150,316
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 February 3, 2018 July 29, 2017
Construction and tenant allowances$75,439
 $80,725
 $84,002
Deferred rent35,694
 37,116
 38,187
Accrual for lease obligations9,511
 6,511
 7,328
Unfavorable leasehold interests7,000
 
 
Other(1)
22,672
 14,380
 12,982
 $150,316
 $138,732
 $142,499

(1)Upon transition to ASU 2016-02 at the beginning of fiscal 2019, amounts for deferred rent, construction and tenant allowances, the accrual for lease obligations, and unfavorable leasehold interests were netted against the operating lease assets.
(2)Other is comprised of various other accrued expenses that we expect will settle beyond one year from the end of the applicable period.

The accrual for lease obligations includes an office space we lease that expires in 2024. We sublease the entire office space to an unrelated third party at an annual rent that is lower than our total annual lease obligation. The sublease was renewed for a two-year term in June 2017, which can be terminated by the tenant at any time with 60 days' notice. As a result of our decision to exit the Ebuys business, which is included in our Other segment, during the six months ended August 4, 2018, we exited a leased office space that expires in 2020 and a fulfillment center that expires in 2023 and recorded a lease exit charge of $4.5 million. Also during the six months ended August 4, 2018, as a result of our decision to exit the Town Shoes banner by the end of fiscal 2018 or early fiscal 2019, which is included in our Canada Retail segment, we closed certain Town Shoes banner stores with remaining lease terms and recorded a lease exit charge of $0.4 million. The lease exit charges were recorded to operating expenses in the consolidated statements of operations with a related addition to the accrual for lease obligations that included the reserves for these leases based on the remaining lease payments and estimated sublease income. We estimate total cost of approximately $20.0 million to $25.0 million to exit the Town Shoes banner representing lease exit charges, severance, and inventory write-downs.


The following table presents the changes and total balances for the accrual for lease obligations:
 Six months ended
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
Beginning of period$16,483
 $6,511
Netted against lease assets upon transition to ASU 2016-02(16,483) 
Additions
 4,884
Lease obligation payments, net of sublease income
 (2,004)
Adjustments
 120
End of period$
 $9,511

 Six months ended
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
Beginning of period$6,511
 $7,283
Additions4,884
 
Lease obligation payments, net of sublease income received(2,004) (120)
Adjustments120
 165
End of period$9,511
 $7,328


13.14.    DEBT


Credit Facility- On August 25, 2017, we entered into a senior unsecured revolving credit agreement (the "Credit Facility") with a maturity date of August 25, 2022 that replaced our previous secured revolving credit agreement and letter of credit agreement. TheOn October 10, 2018, the Credit Facility provideswas amended to include the acquisition of Camuto Group as a permitted acquisition and, following the acquisition, to utilize an accordion feature that provided for an increase to the revolving line of credit. On November 5, 2018, following the acquisition of Camuto Group, the amended Credit Facility was increased with no change to the sub-limits. As of August 3, 2019, the Credit Facility provided a revolving line of credit up to $300$400 million, with sub-limits for the issuance of up to $50 million in letters of credit, swing loan advances of up to $15 million, and the issuance of up to $75 million in foreign currency revolving loans and letters of credit. The Credit Facility may be further increased by up to $100 million subject to agreed-upon terms and conditions. The Credit Facility may be used to provide funds for working capital, capital expenditures, dividends and share repurchases, other expenditures, and permitted acquisitions as defined by the Credit Facility. Our Credit Facility allows the payments of dividends by us or our subsidiaries, provided that immediately before and after a dividend payment there is no event of default, as defined in our Credit Facility.


Loans issued under the revolving line of credit bear interest, at our option, at a base rate or an alternate base rate as defined in the Credit Facility plus a margin based on our leverage ratio, with anyan interest rate of 4.1% as of August 3, 2019. Any loans issued in CAD bearingbear interest at the alternate base rate plus a margin based on our leverage ratio. Interest on letters of credit issued under the Credit Facility is variable based on our leverage ratio and the type of letters of credit.credit, with an interest rate of 1.7% as of August 3, 2019. Commitment fees are based on the average unused portion of the Credit Facility at a variable rate based on our leverage ratio. As of August 4, 2018,3, 2019, we had no$235.0 million outstanding borrowings under the Credit
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Facility and $1.2$1.3 million in letters of credit issued, resulting in $298.8$163.7 million available for borrowings. Interest expense related to the Credit Facility includes interest on borrowings and letters of credit, interest, commitment fees and the amortization of debt issuance costs.

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Debt Covenants- The Credit Facility contains financial and other covenants, including, but not limited to, limitations on indebtedness, liens and investments, as well as the maintenance of a leverage ratio not to exceed 3.25:1 and a fixed charge coverage ratio not to be less than 1.75:1. As a result of the acquisition of Camuto Group, we have elected to increase the leverage ratio whereby we must maintain a leverage ratio not to exceed 3.50:1 as of the end of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2018 and for the subsequent three quarters. A violation of any of the covenants could result in a default under the Credit Facility that would permit the lenders to restrict our ability to further access the Credit Facility for loans and letters of credit and require the immediate repayment of any outstanding loans under the Credit Facility. As of August 4, 2018,3, 2019, we were in compliance with all financial covenants.


15.LEASES

We lease our stores, fulfillment center and other facilities under operating lease arrangements with unrelated parties and related parties owned by Schottenstein Affiliates. The majority of our real estate leases provide for renewal options, which are typically not included in the lease term used for measuring the lease assets and lease liabilities as it is not reasonably certain we will exercise options. We pay variable amounts for certain lease and non-lease components as well as for contingent rentals based on sales for certain leases where the sales are in excess of specified levels and for leases that have certain contingent triggering events that are in effect. We also lease equipment under operating leases.

We receive operating lease income from unrelated third parties for leasing portions or all of certain owned and leased properties. Operating lease income is included in commission, franchise and other revenue in our condensed consolidated statements of operations.

Lease income and lease expense consisted of the following for the three and six months ended August 3, 2019 (after the adoption of ASU 2016-02) and August 4, 2018 (prior to the adoption of ASU 2016-02):
 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018
Operating lease income$2,236
 $1,149
 $4,448
 $2,297
Operating lease expense:       
Lease expense to unrelated parties$52,707
 $51,263
 $106,061
 $96,748
Lease expense to related parties2,371
 2,303
 4,713
 4,591
Variable lease expense to unrelated parties12,981
 5,675
 26,003
 12,498
Variable lease expense to related parties348
 
 650
 
 $68,407
 $59,241
 $137,427
 $113,837


August 3, 2019
Other operating lease information:
Weighted-average remaining lease term6.3 years
Weighted-average discount rate3.9%


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As of August 3, 2019, our future fixed minimum lease payments are as follows:
(in thousands)Unrelated Parties Related Parties Total
Remainder of fiscal 2019$96,844
 $3,937
 $100,781
Fiscal 2020233,961
 9,364
 243,325
Fiscal 2021216,107
 8,697
 224,804
Fiscal 2022182,432
 7,418
 189,850
Fiscal 2023142,408
 4,573
 146,981
Future fiscal years thereafter314,601
 15,493
 330,094
 1,186,353
 49,482
 1,235,835
Less discounting impact on operating leases(138,305) (6,015) (144,320)
Total operating lease liabilities1,048,048
 43,467
 1,091,515
Less current operating lease liabilities(178,091) (7,878) (185,969)
Non-current operating lease liabilities$869,957
 $35,589
 $905,546


As of August 3, 2019, we have entered into lease commitments for four new store locations and two store relocations where the leases have not yet commenced, and the lease liabilities have not yet been recorded. We expect the lease commencement to begin in the next fiscal quarter for these locations and we will record additional operating lease liabilities of approximately $11.4 million.

As of February 2, 2019, future minimum lease payment requirements, excluding contingent rental payments, maintenance, insurance, real estate taxes, and the amortization of deferred rent and construction and tenant allowances, consisted of the following, as determined prior to the adoption of ASU 2016-02:
(in thousands)Unrelated Parties Related Parties Total
Fiscal 2019$233,237
 $9,425
 $242,662
Fiscal 2020227,001
 9,364
 236,365
Fiscal 2021204,803
 8,697
 213,500
Fiscal 2022170,030
 6,518
 176,548
Fiscal 2023131,594
 1,874
 133,468
Future fiscal years thereafter298,437
 5,596
 304,033
 $1,265,102
 $41,474
 $1,306,576


14.16.    COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES


Contingent Consideration Liability- The contingent consideration liability resulted from the acquisition of Ebuys and was based on a defined earnings performance measure. The contingent consideration liability was measured at fair value with any differences between the final acquisition-date fair value and revised estimated fair value, as remeasured each reporting period, being recognized as an adjustment to income from operations. Fair value was determined using an income valuation approach, primarily based on discounted cash flows related to the projected earnings performance measure with a discount rate of approximately 13.0%. The categorization of the fair value framework used to price the liability is considered Level 3 due to the subjective nature of the unobservable inputs used to determine fair value.

Activity for the contingent consideration liability for the six months ended July 29, 2017 was as follows:
(in thousands) 
Contingent consideration liability - beginning of period$33,204
Accretion in value2,252
Other adjustments1,000
Contingent consideration liability - end of period$36,456

During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2017, as a result of recurring operating losses incurred by Ebuys since its acquisition, which led to our decision to exit the business, we eliminated the contingent consideration liability.

Legal Proceedings- We are involved in various legal proceedings that are incidental to the conduct of our business. Although it is not possible to predict with certainty the eventual outcome of any litigation, we believe the amount of any potential liability with respect to current legal proceedings will not be material to the results of operations or financial condition. As additional information becomes available, we will assess any potential liability related to pending litigation and revise the estimates as needed.


Foreign Tax Contingencies- During the due diligence procedures performed related to the acquisition of Camuto Group, we identified probable contingent liabilities associated with unpaid foreign payroll and other taxes that could also result in assessed penalties and interest. We have developed an estimate of the range of outcomes related to these obligations of $14.8 million to $30.0 million for obligations we are aware of at this time. As of August 3, 2019, we recorded a contingent liability of $14.8 million representing the low end of the range and an indemnification asset of $12.7 million representing the estimated amount as of the acquisition date, which we expect to collect under the terms of the securities purchase agreement with the Sellers. We are continuing to assess the exposure, which may result in material changes to these estimates, and we may identify additional contingent liabilities. We believe that the Sellers are obligated to indemnify us for any payments to foreign taxing authorities for the periods up to the acquisition date. Although a portion of the purchase price is held in escrow and another portion is held in a restricted bank account, there can be no assurance that we will successfully collect all amounts that we may be obligated to settle with the foreign taxing authorities.
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Guarantee-As a result of a previous merger, we provided a guarantee for a lease commitment that is scheduled to expire in 2024 for a location that has been leased to a third party. If the third party does not pay the rent or vacates the premise, we may be required to make full rent payments to the landlord.

Contractual Obligations-As of August 4, 2018, we have entered into various construction commitments, including capital items to be purchased3, 2019, the total future minimum lease payment requirements for projects that were under construction, or for which a lease has been signed. Our obligations under these commitments were $1.4 million as of August 4, 2018. In addition, we have entered into various noncancelable purchase and service agreements. The obligations under these agreementsthis guarantee were approximately $21.8 million as of August 4, 2018.$15.0 million.


15.17.    SEGMENT REPORTING
 
Our twothree reportable segments, which are also operating segments, are the U.S. Retail segment, and the Canada Retail segment, and the Brand Portfolio segment. The U.S. Retail segment, which was previously presented as the DSW segment, includes stores operated in the U.S. under the DSW banner and its related e-commerce site. The Canada Retail segment, which is the result of the TSL Acquisition on May 10, 2018, includes stores operated in Canada under The Shoe Company, Shoe Warehouse, Town Shoes, DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse banners and related e-commerce sites. OurAll other operating segments ABG and Ebuys, are below the quantitative and qualitative thresholds for reportable segments and are aggregated into Other for segment reporting purposes. ABG was previously presented as a separate reportableThe following provides certain financial data by segment that has now been included in Other duereconciled to us no longerthe condensed consolidated financial statements:
(in thousands)U.S. Retail Canada Retail Brand Portfolio Other Corporate/Eliminations Total
Three months ended August 3, 2019           
External revenue:           
Net sales$677,920
 $63,306
 $78,934
 $29,480
 $
 $849,640
Commission, franchise and other revenue
 
 6,312
 
 4,246
 10,558
Total revenue$677,920
 $63,306
 $85,246
 $29,480
 $4,246
 $860,198
Intersegment revenue$
 $
 $17,701
 $
 $(17,701) $
Gross profit(1)
$208,056
 $21,939
 $19,261
 $6,041
 $(436) $254,861
Income from equity investment in ABG-Camuto$
 $
 $2,464
 $
 $
 $2,464
Three months ended August 4, 2018           
Revenue:           
Net sales$691,757
 $72,532
 $
 $29,446
 $
 $793,735
Commission, franchise and other revenue
 
 
 
 1,533
 1,533
Total revenue$691,757
 $72,532
 $
 $29,446
 $1,533
 $795,268
Gross profit(1)
$229,601
 $18,218
 $
 $6,676
 $
 $254,495
Six months ended August 3, 2019           
External revenue:      

   

Net sales$1,369,760
 $115,122
 $169,663
 $65,087
 $
 $1,719,632
Commission, franchise and other revenue
 
 9,609
 
 9,472
 19,081
Total revenue$1,369,760
 $115,122
 $179,272
 $65,087
 $9,472
 $1,738,713
Intersegment revenue$
 $
 $28,221
 $
 $(28,221) $
Gross profit(1)
$417,947
 $37,686
 $41,255
 $15,352
 $(1,343) $510,897
Income from equity investment in ABG-Camuto$
 $
 $4,692
 $
 $
 $4,692
Six months ended August 4, 2018           
Revenue:           
Net sales$1,361,541
 $72,532
 $
 $70,099
 $
 $1,504,172
Commission, franchise and other revenue
 
 
 
 3,198
 3,198
Total revenue$1,361,541
 $72,532
 $
 $70,099
 $3,198
 $1,507,370
Gross profit(1)
$427,945
 $18,218
 $
 $13,557
 $
 $459,720


(1)Gross profit is defined as net sales, which excludes commission, franchise and other revenue, less cost of sales.
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DSW INC.
NOTES TO THE CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)


providing services to Gordmans after fiscal 2017. Prior periods presented have been restated to present the DSW segment as the U.S. Retail segment and to include ABG in Other for comparative purposes.

The performance of each segment is based on net sales and gross profit, which is defined as net sales less cost of sales, as follows:
(in thousands)U.S. Retail Canada Retail Other Total
Three months ended August 4, 2018       
Net sales$691,757
 72,532
 29,446
 $793,735
Gross profit$229,601
 18,218
 6,676
 $254,495
Three months ended July 29, 2017       
Net sales$629,691
 
 52,030
 $681,721
Gross profit$194,863
 
 4,434
 $199,297
Six months ended August 4, 2018       
Net sales$1,361,541
 72,532
 70,099
 $1,504,172
Gross profit$427,945
 18,218
 13,557
 $459,720
Six months ended July 29, 2017       
Net sales$1,254,195
 
 118,345
 $1,372,540
Gross profit$381,369
 
 15,013
 $396,382


Item 2.     Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations


Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information for Purposes of the "Safe Harbor" Provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995


Some of theCertain statements in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q containmay constitute forward-looking statements which reflect our current views with respect to, among other things, future events and financial performance. Examples of such forward-looking statements include references to our future expansion and our acquisitions. You can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of forward-looking words such as "outlook," "believes," "expects," "potential," "continues," "may," "will," "should," "would," "seeks," "approximately," "predicts," "intends," "plans," "estimates," "anticipates," or the negative version of those words or other comparable words. Any forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q are based upon current plans, estimates, expectations and assumptions relating to our operations, results of operations, financial condition, growth strategy and liquidity. The inclusion of this forward-looking information should not be regarded as a representation by us or any other person that the future plans, estimates or expectations contemplated by us will be achieved. Such forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. In addition to those factors described under "PartPart I, Item 1A. Risk Factors"Factors in our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on March 23, 2018,26, 2019, and Part II, Item 1A. Risk Factors in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, some important factors that could cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those discussed in forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the following:
our success in growing our store base and digital demand;
risks related to our acquisition of TSL, including the possibility that the anticipated benefits of the acquisition are not realized when expected or at all;
our ability to protect our reputation;
maintaining strong relationships with our vendors;
our ability to anticipate and respond to fashion trends, consumer preferences and changing customer expectations;
risks related to the loss or disruption of our distribution and/or fulfillment operations;
continuation of agreements with and our reliance on the financial condition of Stein Mart;
our ability to execute our strategies;
risks related to international franchisees failing to perform under their obligations and/or not operating the franchised stores according to our standards;
fluctuation of our comparable sales and quarterly financial performance;
risks related to the loss or disruption of our information systems and data;
our ability to prevent or mitigate breaches of our information security and the compromise of sensitive and confidential data;
failure to retain our key executives or attract qualified new personnel;
our reliance on our loyalty program and marketing to drive traffic, sales and customer loyalty;
risks related to leases of our properties;
our competitiveness with respect to style, price, brand availability and customer service;
our success in growing our store base and digital demand;
our ability to successfully integrate the businesses acquired in fiscal 2018 or realize the anticipated benefits of the acquisitions after we complete our integration efforts;
our ability to protect our reputation and to maintain the brands we license;
maintaining strong relationships with our vendors, manufacturers and wholesale customers;
our ability to anticipate and respond to fashion trends, consumer preferences and changing customer expectations;
risks related to the loss or disruption of our distribution and/or fulfillment operations;
continuation of agreements with and our reliance on the financial condition of Stein Mart;
our ability to execute our strategies;
fluctuation of our comparable sales and quarterly financial performance;
risks related to the loss or disruption of our information systems and data;
our ability to prevent or mitigate breaches of our information security and the compromise of sensitive and confidential data;
failure to retain our key executives or attract qualified new personnel;
our reliance on our loyalty programs and marketing to drive traffic, sales and customer loyalty;
risks related to leases of our properties;
our competitiveness with respect to style, price, brand availability and customer service;
our reliance on foreign sources for merchandise and risks inherent to international trade;
uncertainty relatedthe imposition of new tariffs on our products;
exposure to future legislation, regulatory reform, policy changes, or interpretive guidance on existing legislation, including the impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act;foreign tax contingencies;
uncertain general economic conditions;
risks related to holdings of cash and investments and access to liquidity; and
uncertainty related to future legislation, regulatory reform, policy changes, or interpretive guidance on existing legislation;
uncertain general economic conditions;
risks related to holdings of cash and investments and access to liquidity; and
fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates.


If one or more of these or other risks or uncertainties materialize, or if our underlying assumptions prove to be incorrect, actual results, performance or achievements may vary materially from what we have projected. Furthermore, new factors emerge from time to time and it is not possible for management to predict all such factors, nor can management assess the impact of any such factor on the business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and, except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.




Executive Overview


We started the fiscal year with a significant tax benefit resulting from corporate tax reform, which we are reinvesting towards our growth initiative by driving higher market share through positive comparable sales growth. Accordingly, we are investing in product, marketing, people, and innovation to expand DSW’s category leadership and market share, differentiate our brand, and ultimately strengthen our competitive position.
Our merchandising strategy focuses on increasing key item sourcing, strategic category distortions and the expansion of DSW kids, which delivered close to a 10% comparable sales increase inIn the second quarter of fiscal 2018.2019, we saw continued progress toward our previously disclosed strategies with reported sales and earnings that position us well to reaffirm our annual guidance. Our expectations have been exceeded with our newly acquired businesses. The Canada Retail segment delivered increased comparable sales and margin growth, benefiting from moving their digital offering to our platform used in the U.S. and the launch of new loyalty programs for our Canadian customers. The Brand Portfolio segment gives us the capability to design, source and market differentiated product for our customers and better position us to grow private label brands at DSW in the U.S. We completedremain on track to convert the production of our kids roll outDSW private label to the Brand Portfolio segment in fiscal 2020. At that time, we expect to realize the benefits of having greater exclusivity in product offerings at higher margins.
In the U.S. Retail segment, we had continued positive results across our seasonal product categories, in particular sandals, and with 94 new locations and bringing our kidsKids line. We believe our efforts to increase the differentiation of our product offering, chainwide this year. The kids business makes us more competitive during the important back-to-school season.
We saw solid returns from our marketing investments, with growth in new customer transactions, average spend per member, rewards redemption and member activation rate. We launched our new redesigned loyalty program, DSW VIP, providing customers a program with a simpler points structure, enhanced shipping options and new benefits for engagingcombined with the DSW brand. This marks an important milestone in our strategy to elevate our brand with new customer experiences. The strong customer response to our marketing campaign contributed to higher traffic activity during the quarter.
As partadvantages of our focus on improving customer engagement, we have updatedstrong loyalty base and our processesvast omni-channel capabilities, separate us from competitors, place us in a good position to more efficiently allocate labor between task-specificmitigate any tariff headwinds and customer-facing functions while adding more store labor hourscontribute to provide better customer coverage during peak hours. We implemented this new labor model during the second quarter of fiscal 2018.
Under our innovation agenda, we also expanded the pilotachievement of our new store designnear and long-term goals.

Comparability

There are a number of items that affect comparability when reviewing our results of operations for the periods presented in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Significant items to additional locations this quarter. This format enables us to increase physical capacity to showcase more product choices and carry more product. Furthermore, we continue to develop new service offerings that drive traffic. Based on favorable customer response, we are in the process of identifying new locations to pilot this format.consider include:
On May 10, 2018, we completedacquired the remaining interest in TSL that we did not previously own. For the three and six months ended August 3, 2019 and for the three months ended August 4, 2018, TSL results were included in the condensed consolidated results of operations as a wholly-owned subsidiary. For the six months ended August 4, 2018, the loss from our equity investment interest in TSL for the first quarter of fiscal 2018 was included in our condensed consolidated results of operations. Due to the acquisition of the remaining interest in TSL during the second quarter of fiscal 2018, we remeasured to fair value our previously held assets, which included our equity investment in TSL and notes and accounts receivable from TSL. After completing a comprehensive review of our Canadian acquisition, we have decided to focus our efforts on its three largest banners closest to our core competency and target customer. These three banners account for approximately 85% of sales with solid growth prospects.
As a result of the remeasurement, we are exitingrecorded a loss of $34.0 million to non-operating income (expenses), net. Also during the smallest banner,second quarter of fiscal 2018, we reclassified a net loss of $12.2 million of foreign currency translation related to the previously held balances from accumulated other comprehensive loss to non-operating income (expenses), net. In addition, with the TSL acquisition being accounted for as a step acquisition, the purchase price included the fair value of our previously held assets, which has experiencedconsidered the valuation of the TSL enterprise. This valuation identified that the resulting goodwill was not supportable as the value of the acquired net assets exceeded the enterprise fair value. As a declineresult, during the three months ended August 4, 2018, we recorded a goodwill impairment charge, which resulted in profitabilityimpairing all of TSL’s goodwill.
On November 5, 2018, we completed the acquisition of Camuto Group. For the three and six months ended August 3, 2019, Camuto Group's results were included in recent years. We are focused on aligning the DSW Canada banner closercondensed consolidated results of operations as a wholly-owned subsidiary with no amounts included for the three and six months ended August 4, 2018.
During the six months ended August 3, 2019, we incurred integration and restructuring costs related to our U.S. businessprior year acquisition activity, which consisted primarily of $3.6 million in severance, a $6.1 million termination fee for terminating two JVs, and strengthening inventory$2.4 million of professional fees and merchandising processes.other integration costs. During the six months ended August 4, 2018, we incurred restructuring costs of $2.7 million in severance, primarily related to changes in our store labor model.
The six months ended August 4, 2018 included the wind-down operations of Ebuys during the first quarter of fiscal 2018, which included lease exit and other termination costs and incremental income tax expense.

Financial Summary


Total revenue increased to $860.2 million for the three months ended August 3, 2019 from $795.3 million for the three months ended August 4, 2018 from $683.0 million for the three months ended July 29, 2017.2018. The 16.4%8.2% increase in total revenue was primarily driven by incremental salesrevenue from TSL, a 9.7% increase in comparable sales, and an increase from non-comparable store sales,the acquired Camuto Group business, partially offset by the lossimpact of salesstores closed since the end of Gordmansthe second quarter of fiscal 2018, primarily the Town Shoes banner stores, and the exit of Ebuys. Thea 0.6% decrease in comparable sales increase was driven by growth in all categories and channels.sales.


During the three months ended August 4, 2018,3, 2019, gross profit as a percentage of net sales was 32.1%30.0%, an increasea decrease of 290210 basis points from 29.2%32.1% in the previous year. The increasedecrease in the gross profit rate was primarily driven by favorable merchandise margin anda benefit recognized in the impactsecond quarter of fiscal 2018 as a result of adjusting our loyalty programs deferred revenue due to the relaunch of the exitDSW VIP rewards program, the inclusion of Ebuys duringCamuto Group, which operates at a lower gross profit rate, and higher shipping costs in the current year. Effective inventory management delivered better in-stock rates, which resulted in improved conversion and regular price selling that droveyear associated with higher margins.digital penetration.


Net income for the three months ended August 3, 2019 was $27.4 million, or $0.37 per diluted share, which included net after-tax charges of $8.3 million, or $0.11 per diluted share, primarily related to integration and restructuring expenses associated with the businesses acquired in fiscal 2018. Net loss for the three months ended August 4, 2018 was $38.4 million, or $0.48 loss per diluted share, which included net after-tax charges of $89.3 million, or $1.11 per diluted share, primarily related to the acquisition of the Canadian retail business. Net income for the three months ended July 29, 2017 was $28.7 million, or $0.36 per diluted share, which included net after-tax charges of $2.0 million, or $0.02 per share, related to the amortization of intangibles and the change in fair value of the contingent consideration liability associated with the acquisition of Ebuys, restructuring costs and foreign exchange net losses.


In addition to the acquisition of TSL, weWe have continued making investments in our business that support our long-term growth objectives. During the threesix months ended August 4, 2018,3, 2019, we invested $32.1$40.3 million in capital expenditures compared to $28.1$32.1 million during the threesix months ended July 29, 2017.August 4, 2018. Our capital expenditures during the first half of fiscal 20182019 primarily related to six new store openings, multiple store remodels and investments in business infrastructure. We plan to open nine new DSW stores in the U.S., with no planned openings in Canada post-acquisition, in fiscal 2018.



Results of Operations


The following represents componentsComparison of our consolidated results of operations,the Three Months Ended August 3, 2019 with associated percentages of total revenue:
 Three months ended Six months ended
(dollars in thousands)August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
Revenue:               
Net sales$793,735
 99.8 % $681,721
 99.8 % $1,504,172
 99.8 % $1,372,540
 99.8 %
Franchise and other revenue1,533
 0.2
 1,291
 0.2
 3,198
 0.2
 2,510
 0.2
Total revenue795,268
 100.0
 683,012
 100.0
 1,507,370
 100.0
 1,375,050
 100.0
Cost of sales(539,240) (67.8) (482,424) (70.6) (1,044,452) (69.3) (976,158) (71.0)
Franchise costs(293) 
 
 
 (573) 
 
 
Operating expenses(195,026) (24.5) (152,554) (22.3) (363,166) (24.1) (309,122) (22.5)
Impairment charges(36,240) (4.6) 
 
 (36,240) (2.4) 
 
Change in fair value of contingent consideration liability
 
 (1,168) (0.2) 
 
 (2,252) (0.2)
Operating profit24,469
 3.1
 46,866
 6.9
 62,939
 4.2
 87,518
 6.4
Interest income, net805
 0.1
 661
 0.1
 1,469
 0.1
 1,222
 0.1
Non-operating expenses, net(47,349) (6.0) (679) (0.1) (49,486) (3.3) (2,183) (0.2)
Income (loss) before income taxes and income (loss) from equity investment(22,075) (2.8) 46,848
 6.9
 14,922
 1.0
 86,557
 6.3
Income tax provision(16,281) (2.0) (18,390) (2.7) (27,671) (1.8) (33,975) (2.5)
Income (loss) from equity investment
 
 219
 
 (1,310) (0.1) (1,087) (0.1)
Net income (loss)$(38,356) (4.8)% $28,677
 4.2 % $(14,059) (0.9)% $51,495
 3.7 %

the Three and Six Months Ended August 4, 2018 Compared to Three and Six Months Ended July 29, 2017
 Three months ended    
 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 Change
(dollars in thousands, except per share amounts)Amount % of Total Revenue Amount % of Total Revenue Amount %
Revenue:           
Net sales$849,640
 98.8 % $793,735
 99.8 % $55,905
 7.0 %
Commission, franchise and other revenue10,558
 1.2
 1,533
 0.2
 9,025
 588.7 %
Total revenue860,198
 100.0
 795,268
 100.0
 64,930
 8.2 %
Cost of sales(594,779) (69.1) (539,240) (67.8) (55,539) 10.3 %
Operating expenses(226,616) (26.3) (195,319) (24.5) (31,297) 16.0 %
Income from equity investment in ABG-Camuto2,464
 0.2
 
 
 2,464
 NM
Impairment charges
 
 (36,240) (4.6) 36,240
 NM
Operating profit41,267
 4.8
 24,469
 3.1
 16,798
 68.7 %
Interest income (expense), net(1,972) (0.2) 805
 0.1
 (2,777) NM
Non-operating income (expenses), net199
 0.0
 (47,349) (6.0) 47,548
 NM
Income (loss) before income taxes39,494
 4.6
 (22,075) (2.8) 61,569
 NM
Income tax provision(12,087) (1.4) (16,281) (2.0) 4,194
 (25.8)%
Net income (loss)$27,407
 3.2 % $(38,356) (4.8)% $65,763
 NM
Basic and diluted earnings (loss) per share:           
Basic earnings (loss) per share$0.37
   $(0.48)   $0.85
 NM
Diluted earnings (loss) per share$0.37
   $(0.48)   $0.85
 NM
Weighted average shares used in per share calculations:           
Basic shares73,529
   80,265
   (6,736) (8.4)%
Diluted shares74,316
   80,265
   (5,949) (7.4)%
NM - Not meaningful


Net Sales

Net sales for the three months ended August 4, 2018 increased 16.4% compared to the three months ended July 29, 2017. Sales- The following summarizes the changechanges in totalconsolidated net sales from the same period last year:
(in thousands)Three months ended August 4, 2018 Six months ended August 4, 2018
Net sales for the same period last year$681,721
 $1,372,540
Increase in comparable sales60,633
 75,371
Net increase from non-comparable store sales and other changes3,430
 36,153
Increase due to TSL sales72,532
 72,532
Loss of sales from Gordmans and Ebuys(24,581) (52,424)
Total net sales$793,735
 $1,504,172
(in thousands)Three months ended August 3, 2019
Consolidated net sales for the same period last year$793,735
Decrease in comparable sales(1)
(4,753)
Net decrease from non-comparable sales and other changes(2,124)
Loss of net sales from closed stores(16,152)
Incremental external net sales from Camuto Group78,934
Consolidated net sales$849,640
(1)A store is considered comparable when in operation for at least 14 months at the beginning of the fiscal year. Stores are added to the comparable base at the beginning of the year and are dropped for comparative purposes in the quarter they are closed. Comparable sales includes e-commerce sales. Stores in Canada from the TSL acquisition that were in operation for at least 14 months at the beginning of fiscal 2019, along with its e-commerce sales, were added to the comparable base beginning with the second quarter of fiscal 2019. Comparable sales for the Canada Retail segment exclude the impact of foreign currency translation and are calculated by translating current period results at the foreign currency exchange rate used in the comparable period in the prior year. The calculation of comparable sales varies across the retail industry and, as a result, the calculations of other retail companies may not be consistent with our calculation.



The following summarizes net sales by segment:
 Three months ended Six months ended
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 Change August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 Change
U.S. Retail segment$691,757
 $629,691
 $62,066
 $1,361,541
 $1,254,195
 $107,346
Canada Retail segment72,532
 
 72,532
 72,532
 
 72,532
Other(1)
29,446
 52,030
 (22,584) 70,099
 118,345
 (48,246)
Total net sales$793,735
 $681,721
 $112,014
 $1,504,172
 $1,372,540
 $131,632
(1)Other represents net sales for ABG and Ebuys.

 Three months ended Change
(dollars in thousands)August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 Amount % Comparable Sales %
Segment net sales:         
U.S. Retail$677,920
 $691,757
 $(13,837) (2.0)% (1.5)%
Canada Retail63,306
 72,532
 (9,226) (12.7)% 8.1%
Brand Portfolio95,422
 
 95,422
 NM
 NA
Other29,480
 29,446
 34
 0.1 % 1.6%
 866,128
 793,735
 72,393
 9.1 %  
Elimination of intersegment net sales(16,488) 
 (16,488) NM
  
Consolidated net sales$849,640
 $793,735
 $55,905
 7.0 % (0.6)%
The following summarizes our comparable sales change:NM - Not meaningful
NA - Not applicable
 Three months ended Six months ended
 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
U.S. Retail segment9.6% 0.6 % 5.7% (1.3)%
Other - ABG12.2% (0.1)% 8.2% (1.0)%
Total Company9.7% 0.6 % 5.8% (1.3)%


Our increase in total net sales for the three and six months ended August 4, 2018 over the same period last year was primarily driven by the incremental sales from TSL and the increase in comparable and non-comparable store sales, partially offset by the loss of sales of Gordmans stores and the exit of Ebuys. Within the U.S. Retail segment, comparable sales increased as we had higherdecreased due to lower comparable transactions partially offset byand a decline in comparable average dollar sales per transaction. We continuetransaction, primarily in the women's and men's categories partially offset by an increase in comparable sales in our seasonal categories and kids. Within the Canada Retail segment, comparable sales increased due to have strong growth inhigher comparable average dollar sales per transaction, primarily as a result of the significant improvements to its digital demand with a trend of increasing our store fulfillment of digital orders.platform and lower clearance inventory.


Commission, Franchise and Other Revenue

FranchiseRevenue- Commission, franchise and other revenue consists of merchandise sales,commission income for First Cost design and buying services in the Brand Portfolio segment, royalties and other fees paid by franchisees, as well asand rental income on owned and leased properties.


Gross Profit

Profit- Gross profit is determineddefined as net sales, which excludes commission, franchise and other revenue, less cost of sales, calculated as follows:
Three months ended Six months endedThree months ended  
(in thousands)August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 Change
(dollars in thousands)Amount % of Net Sales Amount % of Net Sales Amount % Basis Points
Net sales$793,735
 $681,721
 $1,504,172
 $1,372,540
$849,640
 100.0 % $793,735
 100.0 %      
Cost of sales(539,240) (482,424) (1,044,452) (976,158)(594,779) (70.0) (539,240) (67.9)      
Gross profit$254,495
 $199,297
 $459,720
 $396,382
$254,861
 30.0 % $254,495
 32.1 % $366
 0.1% (210)
Gross profit as a percentage of net sales32.1% 29.2% 30.6% 28.9%



The following presentssummarizes gross profit and their components as a percentage of net sales:by segment:
 Three months ended Six months ended
 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017 August 4, 2018 July 29, 2017
U.S. Retail segment:       
Merchandise margin45.9 % 44.4 % 44.3 % 43.8 %
Store occupancy expenses(10.6) (11.4) (10.6) (11.2)
Distribution and fulfillment expenses(2.1) (2.1) (2.3) (2.2)
Gross profit33.2
 30.9
 31.4
 30.4
Canada Retail segment:       
Merchandise margin41.2
 
 41.2
 
Store occupancy expenses(14.9) 
 (14.9) 
Distribution and fulfillment expenses(1.2) 
 (1.2) 
Gross profit25.1
 
 25.1
 
Other - gross profit22.7
 8.5
 19.3
 12.7
Total Company gross profit32.1 % 29.2 % 30.6 % 28.9 %
 Three months ended  
 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 Change
(dollars in thousands)Amount % of Segment Net Sales Amount % of Segment Net Sales Amount % Basis Points
Segment gross profit:             
U.S. Retail$208,056
 30.7% $229,601
 33.2% $(21,545) (9.4)% (250)
Canada Retail21,939
 34.7% 18,218
 25.1% $3,721
 20.4 % 960
Brand Portfolio19,261
 20.2% 
 % $19,261
 NM
 NM
Other6,041
 20.5% 6,676
 22.7% $(635) (9.5)% (220)
 255,297
   254,495
        
Intercompany eliminations(436)   
        
Consolidated gross profit$254,861
   $254,495
        

NM - Not meaningful

The U.S. Retail segment merchandisegross profit margin increased 150 basis points fordecreased primarily driven by a benefit recognized in the second quarter of fiscal 2018 as a result of adjusting our loyalty programs deferred revenue due to the relaunch of the DSW VIP rewards program, the deleverage of store occupancy and distribution and fulfillment expenses, and higher shipping costs in the current year associated with higher online orders. The Canada Retail segment gross profit margin improved due to lower clearance activity with improvements in the inventory position. The inclusion of Camuto Group, which operates at a lower gross profit rate, decreased the consolidated gross profit margin rate.

Operating Expenses- For the three months ended August 4, 2018 and increased 50 basis points for the six months ended August 4, 2018 over the same periods last year primarily due to lower markdowns, partially offset by higher shipping costs. U.S. Retail segment store occupancy expenses as a percentage of net sales was favorable due to improved leverage. Other gross profit margin increased primarily due to the exit of Ebuys during the current year.

Operating Expenses

For the three and six months ended August 4, 2018,3, 2019, operating expenses as a percentage of total revenue increased 220 and 160180 basis points respectively, over the same periodsperiod last year primarily driven by an increase in marketing investments and the impact of lease exit charges, acquisition-related costs,including Camuto Group in the consolidated results and integration and restructuring charges,costs.

Income from Equity Investment in ABG-Camuto- We account for our equity investment in ABG-Camuto using the equity method of accounting, with the net earnings attributable to our 40% investment being classified within operating profit. ABG-Camuto is an integral part of the Brand Portfolio segment, given the licensing agreement between us and consolidating results of TSL during the current period, partially offset by lower store expenses.ABG-Camuto, which allows us to sell licensed branded products to wholesale customers.


Impairment Charges

Charges- With the TSL acquisition being accounted for as a step acquisition, the purchase price included the fair value of our previously held assets, which considered the valuation of the TSL enterprise. This valuation identified that the resulting goodwill was not supportable as the value of the acquired net assets exceeded the enterprise fair value. As a result, during the three months ended August 4, 2018, we recorded a goodwill impairment charge, which resulted in impairing all of TSL’s goodwill.

Non-operating Expenses, net

Income (Expenses), net- Due to the acquisition of the remaining interest in TSL during the second quarter of fiscal 2018, we remeasured to fair value our previously held assets, which included our equity investment in TSL and notes and accounts receivable from TSL. As a result of the remeasurement, we recorded a loss of $34.0 million to non-operating expenses,income (expenses), net. Also during the second quarter of fiscal 2018, we reclassified a net loss of $12.2 million of foreign currency translation related to the previously held balances from accumulated other comprehensive loss to non-operating expenses,income (expenses), net.

Income Taxes- Our effective tax rate changed from a negative 73.8% for the three months ended August 4, 2018, reflecting a tax provision on net loss, to a positive 30.6% for the three months ended August 3, 2019. The effective tax rate was impacted by valuation allowances and the goodwill impairment associated with the TSL acquisition during the three months ended August 4, 2018.

Comparison of the Six Months Ended August 3, 2019 with the Six Months Ended August 4, 2018
 Six months ended    
 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 Change
(dollars in thousands, except per share amounts)Amount % of Total Revenue Amount % of Total Revenue Amount %
Revenue:           
Net sales$1,719,632
 98.9 % $1,504,172
 99.8 % $215,460
 14.3 %
Commission, franchise and other revenue19,081
 1.1
 3,198
 0.2
 15,883
 496.7 %
Total revenue1,738,713
 100.0
 1,507,370
 100.0
 231,343
 15.3 %
Cost of sales(1,208,735) (69.5) (1,044,452) (69.3) (164,283) 15.7 %
Operating expenses(449,422) (25.8) (363,739) (24.1) (85,683) 23.6 %
Income from equity investment in ABG-Camuto4,692
 0.2
 
 
 4,692
 NM
Impairment charges
 
 (36,240) (2.4) 36,240
 NM
Operating profit85,248
 4.9
 62,939
 4.2
 22,309
 35.4 %
Interest income (expense), net(3,773) (0.2) 1,469
 0.1
 (5,242) NM
Non-operating expenses, net(143) 0.0
 (49,486) (3.3) 49,343
 (99.7)%
Income before income taxes and loss from equity investment in TSL81,332
 4.7
 14,922
 1.0
 66,410
 445.0 %
Income tax provision(22,731) (1.3) (27,671) (1.8) 4,940
 (17.9)%
Loss from equity investment in TSL
 
 (1,310) (0.1) 1,310
 NM
Net income (loss)$58,601
 3.4 % $(14,059) (0.9)% $72,660
 NM
Basic and diluted earnings (loss) per share:           
Basic earnings (loss) per share$0.78
   $(0.18)   $0.96
 NM
Diluted earnings (loss) per share$0.77
   $(0.18)   $0.95
 NM
Weighted average shares used in per share calculations:           
Basic shares75,267
   80,187
   (4,920) (6.1)%
Diluted shares76,281
   80,187
   (3,906) (4.9)%
NM - Not meaningful

Net Sales- The following summarizes the changes in consolidated net sales from the same period last year:

Income Taxes
(in thousands)Six months ended August 3, 2019
Consolidated net sales for the same period last year$1,504,172
Increase in comparable sales16,127
Net increase from non-comparable sales and other changes3,021
Loss of net sales from closed stores(19,535)
Incremental external net sales from 2018 acquired businesses221,479
Loss of net sales from the exit of Ebuys(5,632)
Consolidated net sales$1,719,632

The following summarizes net sales by segment:
 Six months ended Change
(dollars in thousands)August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 Amount % Comparable Sales %
Segment net sales:         
U.S. Retail$1,369,760
 $1,361,541
 $8,219
 0.6 % 0.7%
Canada Retail115,122
 72,532
 42,590
 58.7 % 8.1%
Brand Portfolio196,289
 
 196,289
 NM
 NA
Other65,087
 70,099
 (5,012) (7.1)% 2.5%
 1,746,258
 1,504,172
 242,086
 16.1 %  
Elimination of intersegment net sales(26,626) 
 (26,626) NM
  
Consolidated net sales$1,719,632
 $1,504,172
 $215,460
 14.3 % 1.1%
NM - Not meaningful
NA - Not applicable

Within the U.S. Retail segment, comparable sales increased due to higher comparable transactions partially offset by a decline in comparable average dollar sales per transaction. The comparable sales for the Canada Retail segment reflect the stores that were added to the comparable base beginning with the second quarter of fiscal 2019.

Commission, Franchise and Other Revenue- Commission, franchise and other revenue consists of commission income for First Cost design and buying services in the Brand Portfolio segment, royalties and other fees paid by franchisees, and rental income on owned and leased properties.

Gross Profit- Gross profit is defined as net sales, which excludes commission, franchise and other revenue, less cost of sales, calculated as follows:
 Six months ended  
 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 Change
(dollars in thousands)Amount % of Net Sales Amount % of Net Sales Amount % Basis Points
Net sales$1,719,632
 100.0 % $1,504,172
 100.0 %      
Cost of sales(1,208,735) (70.3) (1,044,452) (69.4)      
Gross profit$510,897
 29.7 % $459,720
 30.6 % $51,177
 11.1% (90)


On December 22, 2017, theThe following summarizes gross profit by segment:
 Six months ended  
 August 3, 2019 August 4, 2018 Change
(dollars in thousands)Amount % of Segment Net Sales Amount % of Segment Net Sales Amount % Basis Points
Segment gross profit:             
U.S. Retail$417,947
 30.5% $427,945
 31.4% $(9,998) (2.3)% (90)
Canada Retail37,686
 32.7% 18,218
 25.1% $19,468
 106.9 % 760
Brand Portfolio41,255
 21.0% 
 % $41,255
 NM
 NM
Other15,352
 23.6% 13,557
 19.3% $1,795
 13.2 % 430
 512,240
   459,720
        
Intercompany eliminations(1,343)   
        
Consolidated gross profit$510,897
   $459,720
        
NM - Not meaningful

The U.S. Tax Reform was enactedRetail segment gross profit margin declined primarily driven by a benefit recognized in the U.S.,second quarter of fiscal 2018 as a result of adjusting our loyalty programs deferred revenue due to the relaunch of the DSW VIP rewards program and higher shipping costs in the current year associated with higher digital penetration, partially offset by higher initial markups and lower markdowns. The Canada Retail segment gross profit margin improved due to lower clearance activity. The inclusion of Camuto Group, which operates at a lower gross profit rate, decreased the consolidated gross profit margin rate.

Operating Expenses- For the six months ended August 3, 2019, operating expenses as a percentage of total revenue increased 170 basis points over the same period last year primarily driven by the impact of the acquired businesses, integration and restructuring costs and the change in accounting for previously exited leased space as a result of the transition to ASU 2016-02, partially offset by the exit of Ebuys during the previous year.

Income from Equity Investment in ABG-Camuto- We account for our equity investment in ABG-Camuto using the equity method of accounting, with the net earnings attributable to our 40% investment being classified within operating profit. ABG-Camuto is an integral part of the Brand Portfolio segment, given the licensing agreement between us and ABG-Camuto, which allows us to sell licensed branded products to wholesale customers.

Impairment Charges- With the TSL acquisition being accounted for as a step acquisition, the purchase price included the reduction infair value of our previously held assets, which considered the federal statutory tax rate from 35% to 21%. Offsettingvaluation of the favorable impact fromTSL enterprise. This valuation identified that the U.S. Tax Reform,resulting goodwill was not supportable as the value of the acquired net assets exceeded the enterprise fair value. As a result, during the six months ended August 4, 2018, we had additional tax provision expenserecorded a goodwill impairment charge, which resulted in impairing all of $24.0 million due to recording a valuation allowance associated with deferred tax assets and nondeductible discrete items, primarily relatedTSL’s goodwill.

Non-operating Expenses, net- Due to the charges recorded asacquisition of the remaining interest in TSL during the second quarter of fiscal 2018, we remeasured to fair value our previously held assets, which included our equity investment in TSL and notes and accounts receivable from TSL. As a result of the acquisitionremeasurement, we recorded a loss of TSL. As$34.0 million to non-operating income (expenses), net. Also during the second quarter of fiscal 2018, we reclassified a result, ournet loss of $12.2 million of foreign currency translation related to the previously held balances from accumulated other comprehensive loss to non-operating income (expenses), net.

Income Taxes- Our effective tax rate changed from 39.8% for the six months ended July 29, 2017 to 203.3% for the six months ended August 4, 2018 to 27.9% for the six months ended August 3, 2019. The decrease in the effective tax rate was primarily driven by valuation allowances and the goodwill impairment associated with the TSL acquisition during the six months ended August 4, 2018.



Seasonality


Our business is subject to seasonal merchandise trends driven by the change in weather conditions and our customers' interest in new seasonal styles. New spring styles are primarily introduced in the first quarter and new fall styles are primarily introduced in the third quarter.


Liquidity and Capital Resources


Overview


Our primary ongoing operating cash flow requirements are for inventory purchases, capital expenditures for new stores, improving our information technology systems and infrastructure growth. Our working capital and inventory levels typically buildfluctuate seasonally. On May 10,

During the six months ended August 3, 2019, we repurchased 6.1 million Class A common shares at a cost of $125.0 million, which was partially funded with borrowings on the revolving line of credit, with $351.6 million of Class A common shares that remain authorized under the program as of August 3, 2019. During the six months ended August 4, 2018, we acquired the remaining interest in TSL using cash on hand for $36.2 million CAD ($28.2 million USD), net of acquired cash of $8.5 million CAD ($6.6 million USD).

As a resultdid not repurchase any Class A common shares. The share repurchase program may be suspended, modified or discontinued at any time, and we have no obligation to repurchase any amount of our decision to exitcommon shares under the Town Shoes banner byprogram. Shares will be repurchased in the end of fiscal 2018 or early fiscal 2019, we estimate the total cost of approximately $20.0 million to $25.0 million to exit the Town Shoes banner representing lease exit charges, severance,open market at times and inventory write-downs.in amounts considered appropriate based on price and market conditions.


We are committed to a cash management strategy that maintains liquidity to adequately support the operation of the business, pursue our growth strategy and withstand unanticipated business volatility. We believe that cash generated from our operations, together with our current levels of cash and investments, as well as availability under our Credit Facility, are sufficient over the next 12 months and the foreseeable future to maintain our ongoing operations, support seasonal working capital requirements, fund capital expenditures, and repurchase common shares under our share repurchase program.


Operating Cash Flows


For the six months ended August 4, 2018,3, 2019, net cash provided by operations was $106.6$34.2 million compared to $44.6$106.6 million for the six months ended July 29, 2017.August 4, 2018. The increasechange was driven by an increasea decrease in net income after adjusting for non-cash activity, including depreciation and amortization, stock-based compensation, impairment charges, the loss on previously held assets in TSL, loss on foreign currency reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss, stock-based compensation, the change in deferred income taxes, and lease exit charges.charges, primarily due to including the net loss from Camuto Group during the first half of fiscal 2019. In addition, we had an increased use of cash to fund working capital requirements during the first quarter of fiscal 2019 due to the addition of the acquired businesses, which uses cash for working capital requirements in the first half of the year consistent with our U.S. retail operations.

Investing Cash Flows

For the six months ended August 3, 2019, our net cash provided by operations increasedinvesting activities was $4.5 million, which was due to workingproceeds from the sale of available-for sale-securities exceeding capital changes as a resultexpenditures of the timing of inventory receipts and payments to merchandise vendors, as well as a reduction in Canada Retail inventory through clearance activity.

Investing Cash Flows

For$40.3 million. During the six months ended August 4, 2018, our net cash used in investing activities was $25.7 million, which was due to the acquisition of TSL, capital expenditures of $32.1 million and $16.0 million of additional borrowings by TSL prior to the acquisition, partially offset by the net liquidation of our available-for sale-securities. During the six months ended July 29, 2017, our net cash used in investing activities was $35.3 million, which included the payment of $28.1 million for capital expenditures and $5.7 million of additional borrowings by TSL.


Financing Cash Flows


For the six months ended August 4, 2018,3, 2019, our net cash used in financing activities was $41.1$87.2 million compared to $31.5$41.1 million for the six months ended July 29, 2017.August 4, 2018. Net cash used in financing activities was primarily related to the payment of dividends, which was increased from $0.20 per share in fiscal 2017 to $0.25 per share in fiscal 2018.

On August 17, 2017, the Board of Directors authorized thedividends. The repurchase of an additional $500.0 million of DSW common shares under our share repurchase program, which was added to the $33.5 million remaining from the previous authorization. During the six months ended August 4, 2018 and July 29, 2017, we did not repurchase any Class A common shares, with $524.1 million of Class A common shares that remain authorized under the program as of August 4, 2018. The share repurchase program may be suspended, modified or discontinued at any time, and we have no obligation to repurchase any amountduring six months ended August 3, 2019 was partially financed using our revolving line of our common shares under the program. Shares will be repurchased in the open market at times and in amounts considered appropriate based on price and market conditions.credit.


Debt


Credit Facility- On August 25, 2017, we entered into a senior unsecured revolving credit agreement (the "Credit Facility") with a maturity date of August 25, 2022 that replaced our previous secured revolving credit agreement and letter of credit agreement. TheOn October 10, 2018, the Credit Facility provideswas amended to include the acquisition of Camuto Group as a permitted acquisition and, following the acquisition, to utilize an accordion feature that provided for an increase to the revolving line of credit. On November 5, 2018, following the acquisition of Camuto Group, the amended Credit Facility was increased with no change to the sub-limits. As of August 3, 2019, the Credit Facility provided a revolving line of credit up to $300$400 million, with sub-limits for the issuance of up to $50 million in letters of credit, swing loan advances of up to $15 million, and the issuance of up to $75 million in foreign currency revolving loans and letters of credit. The Credit Facility may be further increased by up to $100 million subject to agreed-upon terms and conditions. The Credit Facility may be used to provide funds for working capital, capital expenditures, dividends and share repurchases, other expenditures, and permitted acquisitions as defined by the Credit Facility. Our Credit Facility allows the payments of dividends by us or our subsidiaries, provided that immediately before and after a dividend payment there is no event of default, as defined in our Credit Facility.


Loans issued under the revolving line of credit bear interest, at our option, at a base rate or an alternate base rate as defined in the Credit Facility plus a margin based on our leverage ratio, with anyan interest rate of 4.1% as of August 3, 2019. Any loans issued in CAD bearingbear interest at the alternate base rate plus a margin based on our leverage ratio. Interest on letters of credit issued under the Credit Facility is variable based on our leverage ratio and the type of letters of credit.credit, with an interest rate of 1.7% as of August 3, 2019. Commitment fees are based on the average unused portion of the Credit Facility at a variable rate based on our leverage ratio. As of August 4, 2018,3, 2019, we had no$235.0 million outstanding borrowings under the Credit Facility and $1.2$1.3 million in letters of credit issued, resulting in $298.8$163.7 million available for borrowings. Interest expense related to the Credit Facility includes interest on borrowings and letters of credit, interest, commitment fees and the amortization of debt issuance costs.


Debt Covenants- The Credit Facility contains financial and other covenants, including, but not limited to, limitations on indebtedness, liens and investments, as well as the maintenance of a leverage ratio not to exceed 3.25:1 and a fixed charge coverage ratio not to be less than 1.75:1. As a result of the acquisition of Camuto Group, we have elected to increase the leverage ratio whereby we must maintain a leverage ratio not to exceed 3.50:1 as of the end of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2018 and for the subsequent three quarters. A violation of any of the covenants could result in a default under the Credit Facility that would permit the lenders to restrict our ability to further access the Credit Facility for loans and letters of credit and require the immediate repayment of any outstanding loans under the Credit Facility. As of August 4, 2018,3, 2019, we were in compliance with all financial covenants.


Capital Expenditure Plans


We expect to spend approximately $90$75.0 million to $85.0 million for capital expenditures in fiscal 2018, which now includes our planned capital expenditures related to the Canada Retail segment.2019. Our future investments will depend primarily on the number of stores we open and remodel, infrastructure and information technology projects that we undertake and the timing of these expenditures. WeDuring fiscal 2019, we plan to open nineapproximately 17 to 21 new DSW stores in the U.S. in fiscal 2018 with no planned openings in Canada post-acquisition. The average investment required to open a new DSW store in the U.S. is approximately $1.4 million prior to construction and tenant allowances, which average $0.4 million. Of this amount, gross inventory typically accounts for $0.5 million, fixtures and leasehold improvements typically account for $0.7 million, and new store advertising and other new store expenses typically account for $0.2 million.stores.


Off-Balance Sheet Liabilities and Other Contractual Obligations


We do not have any material off-balance sheet arrangements as defined by Item 303(a)(4) of Regulation S-K.


We have included a summary of our contractual obligations as of February 3, 20182, 2019 in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 3, 2018. As of August 4, 2018, we have entered into various noncancelable purchase and service agreements resulting in purchase obligations of approximately $21.8 million.2, 2019. There have been no other material changes in contractual obligations outside the ordinary course of business since February 3, 2018.2, 2019.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

The information related to recent accounting pronouncements as set forth in Note 1, Significant Accounting Policies, of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q is incorporated herein by reference.


Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates


The preparation of our condensed consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, and disclosure of commitments and contingencies at the date of the condensed consolidated financial statements and reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. We base these estimates and judgments on factors we believe to be relevant, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The process of determining

significant estimates is fact-specific and takes into account factors such as historical experience, current and expected economic conditions, product mix, and in some cases, actuarial and appraisal techniques. We constantly re-evaluate these significant factors and make adjustments where facts and circumstances dictate.


While we believe that the factors considered provide a meaningful basis for the accounting policies applied in the preparation
of the condensed consolidated financial statements, we cannot guarantee that our estimates and assumptions will be accurate. As the determination of these estimates requires the exercise of judgment, actual results may differ from those estimates, and such differences may be material to our condensed consolidated financial statements. During the first quarter of fiscal 2018, we adopted the new accounting standard for revenue recognition, ASU 2014-09 and the related amendments, using the full retrospective method, as disclosed in more detail in Note 3, Revenue, of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. There have been no other material changes to the application of critical accounting policies disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 3, 2018, except for the following additional policy:2, 2019.
PolicyJudgments and EstimatesEffect if Actual Results Differ from Assumptions
Business combinations. We account for business combinations using the acquisition method of accounting, which requires that once control is obtained, all the assets acquired and liabilities assumed be recorded at their respective fair values at the date of acquisition. The determination of fair values of assets and liabilities acquired requires estimates and the use of valuation techniques when market value is not readily available. Any excess of purchase price over the fair value of net tangible and intangible assets acquired is allocated to goodwill.

The fair value for property and equipment was determined using the cost and market approaches. The fair value of inventories, which is made up of finished goods, was determined based on market assumptions for realizing a reasonable profit after selling costs. For intangible assets, we generally use the income approach to determine fair value. The income approach requires management to make significant estimates and assumptions. These estimates and assumptions primarily include the use of discount rates, growth rates, royalty rates, and forecasts of revenue and operating income. The discount rates applied to the projections reflect the risk factors associated with those projections.Although we believe our estimates of fair value are reasonable, actual financial results could differ from those estimates due to the inherent uncertainty involved in making such estimates. The final determination of the fair value of certain assets and liabilities is completed within a one-year measurement period from the acquisition date. Changes in assumptions concerning future financial results or other underlying assumptions after the final determination of the fair value could result in impairment charges to long lived assets and/or intangible assets acquired.


Item 3.    Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk


We have market risk exposure related to interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates. Market risk is measured as the potential negative impact on earnings, cash flows or fair values resulting from a hypothetical change in interest rates or foreign currency exchange rates over the next year. We currently do not utilize hedging instruments to mitigate these market risks.


Interest Rate Risk


We hold available-for-sale investments. Our results of operationssecurities, which are not materially affected by changes in market interest rates. Also, as of August 4, 2018,3, 2019, we did not have borrowingshad $235.0 million outstanding on our revolving line of credit under our Credit Facility. Borrowings under our Credit Facility and, consequently, did not have any material exposure to interest rate market risks during or at the end of this period. However, as any future borrowings under our Credit Facility will be atare based on a variable rate of interest, we could potentially be impacted should we require significant borrowings in the future,which exposes us to interest rate market risks, particularly during a period of rising interest rates. The impact of a hypothetical 100 basis point increase in interest rates on our revolving line of credit would not result in a material amount of additional expense over a 12-month period based on the balance as of August 3, 2019.


Foreign Currency Exchange Risk


We are primarily exposed to the impact of foreign exchange rate risk primarily through our TSL operations in Canada, where the functional currency is the Canadian dollar.dollar, as well as foreign denominated cash accounts. A hypothetical 10% movement in the Canadian dollarexchange rates could result in a $5.0$3.0 million foreign currency translation fluctuation, which would be recorded in accumulated other comprehensive loss within the condensed consolidated balance sheets, and $4.6$2.1 million of foreign currency revaluation, which would be recorded in non-operating expenses,income (expenses), net within the condensed consolidated statements of operations.


During the second quarter of fiscal 2018, as a result of acquiring the remaining interest in TSL, we reclassified a net loss of $12.2 million of foreign currency translation related to the previously held balances from accumulated other comprehensive loss to non-operating expenses, net.



Item 4.     Controls and Procedures


Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures


We, under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, performed an evaluation of our disclosure controls and procedures, as such term is defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e). Based on that evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded, as of the end of the period covered by this report, that such disclosure controls and procedures were effective.


Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting


Except as noted in the following sentence, noNo change was made in our internal control over financial reporting, as such term is defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d -15(e), during our last fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting. As a result of acquiring the remaining interest in TSL, we have incorporated internal controls over significant processes specific to the acquisition that we believe are appropriate and necessary in consideration of accounting for the acquisition, consolidation, and financial reporting.

In accordance with guidance issued by the SEC, companies are permitted to exclude acquisitions from their final assessment of internal control over financial reporting during the year of the acquisition while integrating the acquired operations. As a result of acquiring the remaining interest in TSL on May 10, 2018, TSL became a consolidated subsidiary and ceased being accounted for under the equity method. Management's assessment of internal control over financial reporting is expected to exclude the internal controls of TSL.


PART II.    OTHER INFORMATION


Item 1.    Legal Proceedings


The information set forth in Note 14, 16, Commitments and Contingencies - Legal Proceedings, of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statementscondensed consolidated financial statements of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q is incorporated herein by reference.


Item 1A.     Risk Factors


As of the date of the filing, there have been no material changes to theThe following risk factors previously disclosedsupplement and update our risk factors as set forth in Part I, Item 1A,1A. Risk Factors of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 3, 2018.2, 2019.


The imposition of new tariffs on our products could have a material adverse effect on our business and financial performance.

The U.S. Government has placed tariffs on certain goods imported from China and may impose new tariffs on goods imported from China and other countries, including footwear and other products that we import. All of the Brand Portfolio segment products are manufactured from third-party manufacturing facilities outside the U.S., whereas our retail merchandise is purchased from both domestic and foreign vendors. Many of our domestic vendors import a large portion of their merchandise from abroad. We believe almost all of our merchandise was manufactured outside the U.S., with the majority manufactured in China. In retaliation, China has responded by imposing tariffs on a wide range of products imported from the U.S. and by adjusting the value of its currency. If additional tariffs or trade restrictions are implemented by the U.S. or other countries in connection with a global trade war, the resulting escalation of trade tensions could have a material adverse effect on world trade and the global economy. While it is too early to predict whether or how the recently enacted tariffs will impact our business, the imposition of tariffs on footwear or other items imported by us from China could require us to increase prices to our customers or, if unable to do so, result in lowering our gross margin on products sold, which could have a material adverse effect on our business and financial performance. Alternatively, we may seek to shift production outside of China, resulting in significant costs and disruption to our business. Even in the absence of further tariffs or trade restrictions, the related uncertainty and the market's fear of an economic slowdown could lead to a decrease in consumer spending and we may experience lower net sales than expected. Reduced net sales may result in reduced operating cash flows if we are not able to appropriately manage inventory levels or leverage expenses.

We are exposed to foreign tax contingencies as a result of the acquisition of Camuto Group, which could have a material adverse effect on our financial performance.

During the due diligence procedures performed related to the acquisition of Camuto Group, we identified probable contingent liabilities associated with unpaid foreign payroll and other taxes that could also result in assessed penalties and interest. We have developed an estimate of the range of outcomes related to these obligations of $14.8 million to $30.0 million for obligations we are aware of at this time. We are continuing to assess the exposure, which may result in material changes to these estimates, and we may identify additional contingent liabilities. We believe that the Sellers are obligated to indemnify us for any payments to foreign taxing authorities for the periods up to the acquisition date. Although a portion of the purchase price is held in escrow and another portion is held in a restricted bank account, there can be no assurance that we will successfully collect all amounts that we may be obligated to settle with the foreign taxing authorities.


Item 2.Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds


Share Repurchase Program

On August 17, 2017, the Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of an additional $500.0500 million of Class A common shares under our share repurchase program, which was added to the $33.5 million remaining from the previous authorization. The share repurchase program may be suspended, modified or discontinued at any time, and we have no obligation to repurchase any amount of our common shares under the program. Shares will be repurchased in the open market at times and in amounts considered appropriate based on price and market conditions.


The following table sets forth the Class A common share repurchases during the most recent quarter:
(in thousands, except per share amounts)
(a)
Total Number of Shares Purchased(1)
 
(b)
Average Price Paid per Share
 
(c)
Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Programs
 
(d)
Approximate Dollar Value of Shares that May Yet Be Purchased Under the Programs
May 6, 2018 to June 2, 20182
 $25.16
 
 $524,094
June 3, 2018 to July 7, 20181
 $24.73
 
 $524,094
July 8, 2018 to August 4, 2018
 $
 
 $524,094
 3
 $24.96
 
  
(in thousands, except per share amounts)
(a)
Total Number of Shares Purchased
 
(b)
Average Price Paid per Share
 
(c)
Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Programs
 
(d)
Approximate Dollar Value of Shares that May Yet Be Purchased Under the Programs
May 5, 2019 to June 1, 2019
 $
 
 $401,564
June 2, 2019 to July 6, 2019(1)
2,669
 $18.74
 2,668
 $351,564
July 7, 2019 to August 3, 2019
 $
 
 $351,564
Total2,669
 $18.74
 2,668
  
(1)The total number of shares repurchased includes the shares repurchased as part of publicly announced programs (the average price paid per share includes any broker commissions) and 856 shares withheld in connection with tax payments due upon vesting of employee restricted stock awards.


Dividends

The payment of any future dividends is at the discretion of our Board of Directors and is based on our future earnings, cash flow, financial condition, capital requirements, changes in taxation laws, general economic condition and any other relevant factors. It is anticipated that dividends will be declared on a quarterly basis. Our Credit Facility allows the payments of dividends by us or our subsidiaries, provided that immediately before and after a dividend payment there is no event of default, as defined in our Credit Facility. On August 29, 2019, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend payment of $0.25 per share for both Class A and Class B common shares. The dividend will be paid on October 4, 2019 to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 20, 2019.

Item 3.    Defaults Upon Senior Securities


None.


Item 4.    Mine Safety Disclosures


Not Applicable.


Item 5.    Other Information


None.




Item 6.    Exhibits

Exhibit No. Description
3.1 
3.2 
4.1 
31.1*

31.2* 
32.1* 
32.2* 
101* XBRL Instance DocumentsThe following materials from the Designer Brands Inc. Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended August 3, 2019, formatted in iXBRL (Inline eXtensible Business Reporting Language): (i) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations for the three and six months ended August 3, 2019 and August 4, 2018; (ii) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the three and six months ended August 3, 2019 and August 4, 2018; (iii) Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of August 3, 2019, February 2, 2019 and August 4, 2018; (iv) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity for the three and six months ended August 3, 2019 and August 4, 2018; (v) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the six months ended August 3, 2019 and August 4, 2018; and (vi) Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
104*Cover Page Interactive Data File, formatted in iXBRL and contained in Exhibit 101.
*
*Filed herewith





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.


DSWDESIGNER BRANDS INC.


Date:August 30, 20182019 By: /s/ Jared Poff
    Jared Poff
    SeniorExecutive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
    (Principal Financial and Accounting Officer and duly authorized officer)




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