Five Below reported its fourth-quarter earnings, with net sales increasing by 4% to $1.39 billion, slightly exceeding analysts' estimates of $1.38 billion. Excluding the impact of the 53rd week in fiscal 2023, sales grew by 7.8%. Comparable sales, however, declined by 3%. Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) were $3.48, surpassing the estimated $3.37, while GAAP EPS stood at $3.39. The company posted a net income of $187.46 million and a pre-tax profit of $250.76 million, both above expectations. For fiscal year 2026, Five Below projects EPS in the range of $4.10 to $4.72 and revenue between $4.21 billion and $4.33 billion, which is below analysts' expectations. The retailer's first-quarter outlook is more optimistic, with projected EPS of $0.44 to $0.55 and net income of $25 million to $31 million. Analysts have noted weak macroeconomic trends and merchandising challenges as factors affecting the company's performance. Post-market trading showed a 1.14% increase in the company's stock.