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Gap names Michael Francis to lead Old Navy in turnaround

Aug 27, 2026, 4:21 PM EDT4 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Leadership transition at a dominant brand, a clearer path to improving traffic, margin tailwinds from tariff refunds, and a raised EPS guide collectively support upside, especially if Old Navy re-accelerates in upcoming quarters.

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Gap appointed Michael Francis as Old Navy CEO, effective Nov 2, as the brand fights sluggish sales. Q2 Old Navy net sales fell 4% with comps down 4%, though traffic has begun to improve. Tariff refunds boosted margins, helping to lift full-year EPS guidance to $2.35-$2.45, while overall revenue growth remains modest at 1%-1.5%.

Gap names Michael Francis as Old Navy CEO effective Nov 2; Barbeito moves to advisor.
Old Navy Q2 net sales and comps both down 4% year over year.
Old Navy accounts for ~60% of Gap revenue; leadership change aimed at faster growth.
Tariff refunds boosted gross margin by 11.4pp; $95m received this quarter; rest in Q3.
Full-year guidance lifted slightly: net sales growth 1%-1.5%; adjusted EPS $2.35-$2.45.

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