-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, UK5RHSkkTaWa37hmF5YBv2feGiMY9PJExh6mvTbUYp6d0SR8yPDmTEydflx3X0wI euvBeEBalsCoIp4zT9mm/w== 0001157523-08-009525.txt : 20081124 0001157523-08-009525.hdr.sgml : 20081124 20081124060244 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0001157523-08-009525 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 2 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20081124 ITEM INFORMATION: Other Events ITEM INFORMATION: Financial Statements and Exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20081124 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20081124 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: BANK JOS A CLOTHIERS INC /DE/ CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000920033 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: RETAIL-APPAREL & ACCESSORY STORES [5600] IRS NUMBER: 363189198 STATE OF INCORPORATION: DE FISCAL YEAR END: 0630 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 000-23874 FILM NUMBER: 081209045 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 500 HANOVER PIKE CITY: HAMPSTEAD STATE: MD ZIP: 21074 BUSINESS PHONE: 4102392700 8-K 1 a5838336.htm JOS. A. BANK CLOTHIERS, INC. 8-K


UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
______________

FORM 8-K

Current Report
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported):  November 24, 2008

JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

0-23874

36-3189198

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

(Commission

File Number)

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

500 Hanover Pike

Hampstead, Maryland

21074

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code   (410) 239-2700


(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

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ITEM 8.01  OTHER EVENTS

On November 24, 2008,  JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release (the “Press Release”) in which the Company announced its plan for the 2008 Black Friday Doorbusters event on November 28, 2008. A copy of the Press Release is attached as Exhibit 99.1.

This information shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

ITEM 9.01  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

Exhibit

Number

Description

99.1 Press Release dated November 24, 2008

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 hereunto duly authorized.

JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc.

(Registrant)
 

 

 

By: /s/ David E. Ullman

David E. Ullman

Executive Vice President,

Chief Financial Officer

 
 

Dated:

November 24, 2008

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EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit
Number
Description
99.1

Press Release dated November 24, 2008

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EX-99.1 2 a5838336ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1

Exhibit 99.1

JoS. A. Bank Clothiers Makes Advance Announcement of This Year’s After Thanksgiving Friday Doorbusters Focusing on Luxury Cashmere at Tremendous Values

HAMPSTEAD, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--November 24, 2008--JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc. (Nasdaq Global Select Market: "JOSB") announces its plan for this year’s Black Friday Doorbusters. The annual Black Friday Doorbuster event will be held for seven hours only on Friday, November 28 from 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in its more than 450 full-line stores nationwide. In addition, the items will be offered online at www.josbank.com beginning at 5:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day and running through Black Friday at 1:00 p.m.

Based on the consumer’s demand for value in this tough economy and the early announcements by other major U.S. retailers, Jos. A. Bank is making an advance announcement of its plans for Black Friday. The Black Friday Doorbuster event will feature its luxurious 100% pure cashmere sweaters, blazers, bomber jackets, top coats and scarves. With an emphasis on luxury at a great value, the items offered are as follows:

1. Cashmere V-neck Sweaters, Regular $275 --- Sale $79

2. Cashmere Blazers, Regular $595 --- Sale $199

3. Cashmere Bomber Jackets, Regular $625 --- Sale $199

4. Cashmere Top Coats, Regular $895 --- Sale $299

5. Solid Color Cashmere Scarves, Regular $120 --- Sale $29

6. Wool/Cashmere Suits Regular $550 --- Sale $139

The JoS. A. Bank cashmere fabrics are made of the finest yarns of 100% pure cashmere to provide the perfect warmth and most luxurious softness.

“Every year we plan to offer several of our most desired items and price them to offer tremendous savings for a limited time on the day after Thanksgiving,” stated R. Neal Black, President of Jos. A. Bank Clothiers. “When planning this year, we wanted to offer extremely low prices on luxury items, and planned to offer all of our doorbusters in 100% cashmere, the world’s most luxurious fabric for very compelling values. Announcing these items and prices early, as other national retailers have done, will allow our customers to plan their shopping day on the Friday after Thanksgiving,” continued Mr. Black.


The exclusive Jos. A. Bank products have the following extensive details:

Cashmere Sweaters

100% pure cashmere
Softest 2-ply
V-neck style in 18 colors
Finest Mongolian cashmere
Fully fashioned shoulders
Ribbed cuffs and bonded bottoms
 

Cashmere Blazers

100% pure cashmere
Soft shoulders
Fully lined
Available in 2 or 3 button
7 colors
 

Cashmere Bomber Jacket

100% pure cashmere
Diamond quilted lining
Button front closure w/zipper
Available in 3 colors
 

Cashmere Top Coats

100% pure cashmere
Extraordinary detail
Finely tailored
Classic 3 button styling
Extra pockets
Available in 4 colors
 

Cashmere Scarves

100% pure cashmere
6 Solid Colors
Ultimate in luxury and warmth
 

Wool/Cashmere Suits

6 Colors
2 button center vent jacket
Pleated front trousers

JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc., established in 1905, is one of the nation's leading retailers of men's classically-styled tailored and casual clothing, sportswear, footwear and accessories. The Company sells its full-line products in more than 450 stores in 42 states and the District of Columbia, a nationwide catalog and an e-commerce website that can be accessed at www.josbank.com. The Company is headquartered in Hampstead, Md., and its common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol "JOSB."

The Company's statements concerning future operations contained herein are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ materially from those forecast due to a variety of factors outside of the Company's control that can affect the Company's operating results, liquidity and financial condition. Such factors include risks associated with economic, weather, public health and other factors affecting consumer spending, higher energy and security costs, the successful implementation of the Company's growth strategy including the ability of the Company to finance its expansion plans, the mix and pricing of goods sold, the effectiveness and profitability of new concepts, the market price of key raw materials such as wool and cotton, seasonality, merchandise trends and changing consumer preferences, the effectiveness of the Company's marketing programs, the availability of suitable lease sites for new stores, doing business on an international basis, the ability to source product from its global supplier base, litigations and other competitive factors. Other factors and risks that may affect the Company's business or future financial results are detailed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended February 2, 2008 and the Company's subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q filed through the date hereof. These cautionary statements qualify all of the forward-looking statements the Company makes herein. The Company cannot assure you that the results or developments anticipated by the Company will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that those results or developments will result in the expected consequences for the Company or affect the Company, its business or its operations in the way the Company expects. The Company cautions you not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of their respective dates. The Company does not undertake an obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect actual results or changes in the Company's assumptions, estimates or projections. These risks should be carefully reviewed before making any investment decision.

CONTACT:
JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc., Hampstead, Md.
R. Neal Black
President
410-239-5719
or
David E. Ullman,
EVP/CFO,
410-239-5715
or
Investor Relations Information Request Website
(http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?
c=113815&p=irol-inforeq),
or Voicemail, 410-239-5900
E-commerce Address for JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc.:
www.josbank.com

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