Standard & Poor's Upgrades Its Outlook on Iconix Brand Group to Positive
NEW YORK, Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Standard & Poor's Ratings Services upgraded its outlook on Iconix Brand Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: ICON) ("Iconix" or the "Company") to positive from stable. According to Standard & Poor's, the upgrade primarily relates to Iconix's increased EBITDA from good top line growth, and the Company's reduced debt levels, which have resulted in improved credit metrics. In May, the Company repaid the outstanding balance on its term loan facility due January 2012. The positive outlook also reflects the Company's strong cash position and ability to pay off its convertible notes due June 2012, which will further improve its credit metrics.
About Iconix Brand Group, Inc.
Iconix Brand Group, Inc. owns, licenses and markets a growing portfolio of consumer brands including CANDIE'S®, BONGO®, BADGLEY MISCHKA®, JOE BOXER®, RAMPAGE®, MUDD®, LONDON FOG®, MOSSIMO®, OCEAN PACIFIC®, DANSKIN®, ROCA WEAR®, CANNON®, ROYAL VELVET®, FIELDCREST®, CHARISMA®, STARTER®, ZOO YORK® and WAVERLY®. In addition, Iconix owns an interest in the ARTFUL DODGER®, ED HARDY®, ECKO®, MARC ECKO®, MATERIAL GIRL™ and PEANUTS® brands. The Company licenses its brands to a network of leading retailers and manufacturers that touch every major segment of retail distribution from the luxury market to the mass market in both the U.S. and worldwide. Through its in-house business development, merchandising, advertising and public relations departments Iconix manages its brands to drive greater consumer awareness and equity.
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Jaime Sheinheit
Investor Relations
Iconix Brand Group
212.730.0030
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