Lululemon Athletica Inc.

Experts expect Lululemon stock to hold its ground amid economic uncertainty. Here's more on LULU's forecast.

Most of Nike’s (NKE) incremental revenue was recorded in its North America market, Nike’s largest geographical segment.

On June 11, Lululemon Athletica (LULU) filed a shelf prospectus with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (or SEC).

Lululemon Athletica warned of a slowdown for the next quarter and the coming year. As a result, a host of brokerage companies reacted with outlook revisions and rating downgrades.

Under Armour’s (UAA) stock plunged 25% after the company reported lower-than-expected top and bottom lines and a glum guidance.

In the last few quarters, Skechers (SKX) stock has shown high volatility after its quarterly results.

2017 hasn’t been a great year for sportswear stocks so far. Lululemon Athletica, Under Armour, and Columbia Sportswear have fallen 29%, 16.5%, and 4.7% year-to-date.

Two of Nike’s (NKE) top-level executives parted ways with the company last week amid reports of inappropriate workplace behavior

Sports apparel as a category has been outpacing growth in 12 other retail segments for several months now. This should benefit sales for Lululemon (LULU).

VF Corporation saw sales of $2.5 billion in 2Q15, up 4.7% year-over-year. Its performance was boosted by top brands The North Face, Timberland, and Vans.

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Lululemon rose by 0.20% to close at $76.66 per share on September 1, 2016. Its weekly, monthly, and YTD price movements were -4.9%, -0.96%, and 46.1%.

Revenue gains for Nike (NKE) in 1H15 were broad-based. Sales rose for almost all key product categories, with the notable exception of the golf category.

Nike (NKE) has a positive earnings surprise history. In simple terms, the company has beat Wall Street’s earnings estimates in the past several quarters.

Nike is the world’s largest athletic footwear and apparel company. It dominates the sportswear market in Europe, China, and North America.

At its 2015 Investor Day held on September 14, Nike briefed the financial community on its targets for generating value for shareholders.

Despite Nike’s expanding margin and improved operating profitability, its margin and profitability still trail peers Under Armour and Lululemon Athletica.

Late last year and in early 2015, Under Armour acquired Endomondo and MyFitnessPal. Its fitness app user platform became the largest in the world.

Nike (NKE) faces some challenges in its target markets. In the US, economic growth rates have tapered down, and the trade war could affect its China market.

The company is widening its retail footprint and growing e-commerce sales. NIKE’s store count stood at 858 stores at the end of fiscal 2014.

While Nike derives most of its revenues from footwear products, it also sparks innovation in apparel technologies, such as Aeroloft, Dri-FIT, and Nike Pro.

Consensus Wall Street analyst estimates project Nike’s adjusted diluted EPS to be $3.58 in fiscal 2015, an increase of 19.7% over the previous year.

Under Armour (UA), which overtook Adidas (ADDYY) last year as the number two US sportswear company, cemented its position in 1Q15.

Lululemon Athletica reported net revenue of $479.7 million for fiscal 3Q15, a rise of 14.4% when compared to net revenue of $419.4 million in fiscal 3Q14.

The impact of adverse forex movements on UA’s financial performance may be mitigated somewhat by the stronger retail environment in Europe.

Lululemon Athletica (LULU) rose by 3.8% to close at $56.82 per share as of January 12, 2016.

In early March, Nike showcased its new self-lacing footwear. Also known as “HyperAdapt 1.0,” the shoes tighten up when the foot is placed inside them.

Under Armour has been fully priced for growth. It trades 43 times its trailing 12-month earnings and 46 times its next 12-month earnings as of January 18, 2017.

VF Corporation (VFC) expects margins to improve in 2015, coming in at 49.3% compared to 48.8% in 2014. Margins have been expanding over the past few quarters.

In fiscal 2Q17, Nike’s adjusted earnings per diluted share stood at $0.50, $0.07 more than what analysts were expecting.

Coatue Management added a new position in Level 3 Communications Inc. (LVLT) during the third quarter. The stock accounted for 1.46% of the fund’s 3Q14 portfolio.

So far this year, Lululemon and Nike have returned 31.6% and -2.8%, respectively. They have outperformed the broader equity markets.

On Monday, Lululemon Athletic (NASDAQ:LULU) announced that it signed an agreement to acquire an in-home fitness company, MIRROR, for $500 million.

Nike slipped into a loss in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2020. COVID-19 led to temporary store closures, which impacted sales and profitability.

Analysts expect Nike’s fourth-quarter revenue to decline 28.1% YoY to $7.32 billion. Store closures will likely impact the company’s sales in the US.

Today, B. Riley FBR downgraded Foot Locker (NYSE:FL) from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating. The firm also lowered its target price from $42 to $32.

Lululemon stock fell in the pre-market session following its first-quarter results. The lower revenues and EPS shouldn’t surprise investors.

On Thursday, Lululemon reported its first-quarter earnings for fiscal 2020. The company reported an adjusted EPS of $0.22 on revenues of $651.96 million.

For the first quarter, analysts expect Lululemon to report revenue of $683.2 million—a fall of 12.7% from $782.3 million in the first quarter of 2019.

Today, Wells Fargo downgraded Lululemon Athletica from “overweight” to “equal weight.” However, Wells Fargo raised its target price from $250 to $275.

So far, Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:LULU) stock has risen 29.5% in 2020. The stock has outperformed its major peers and the broader market.

Under Armour was already struggling due to the increased rivalry from Nike, Adidas, and Lululemon. However, COVID-19 made matters worse.

Lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU) stock has fallen 4.9% as of 11:41 AM ET today. The company reported strong earnings for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2019 on March 26.

Nike (NYSE:NKE) stock rose 9.9% in the after-market trading hours on March 24. The stock has risen 7.0% as of 9:47 AM ET today.

Nike stock got upgraded on March 20 before its earnings results for the third quarter of fiscal 2020. Lululemon stock rose after an upgrade the same day.

On March 15, Nike announced that it will close its stores in the US, Canada, Western Europe, and Australia from March 16–27 amid the coronavirus outbreak.

J.P. Morgan expects Under Armour’s fiscal 2020 revenues to mark 3.8% growth. J.P. Morgan’s growth forecast is well below analysts’ consensus estimate.

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Nike posted stronger-than-expected second-quarter earnings after the markets closed on Thursday. The revenues and EPS beat Wall Street’s estimates.

Shares of Lululemon (LULU) were down about 3.4% as of December 16 after it posted its third-quarter earnings results on December 11.

Nike will announce its earnings for the second quarter of fiscal 2020 after the markets close on Thursday. The company will likely post a strong quarter.

Lululemon (LULU) stock fell 4.5% in after-market trading on December 11 even though its fiscal 2019 third-quarter earnings beat Wall Street’s expectations.

Nike (NKE) stock rose 2.2% on December 5 as Goldman Sachs analyst Alexandra Walvis upgraded its rating to “buy” from “neutral.”

Lululemon Athletica (LULU) is set to announce its fiscal 2019 third-quarter earnings after the market closes on December 11.

Under Armour (UAA) stock surged 5.8% as of 3:19 PM ET today as Raymond James upgraded it to a “strong-buy” from “outperform.”

Lululemon’s latest results were well-received by markets. The stock jumped over 9% after the company released its results on December 11.

LULU’s gross profit margin slipped from 55.7% in fiscal 2013 to 52.8% in fiscal 2014. The company’s operating profit margin slipped from 27.5% to 24.6%.

The company grew its revenues at a compound annual growth rate of more than 35% over the past five years to come in at $1.6 billion in fiscal 2014.

Lululemon stock is beating the broader markets by a wide margin. Barclays has initiated coverage on LULU with an “overweight” rating.

In 4Q15, Under Armour’s adjusted EPS came in at $0.48, beating the consensus Wall Street analyst estimate of $0.46 by 4.4%.

Nike’s EPS (earnings per share) have grown at a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 13.9% over the last five fiscal years.

Growth company Lululemon Athletica (LULU) has revised its fourth quarter (fiscal 4Q16) and full-year (fiscal 2016) revenue guidance upwards.

Over the next five years, Lululemon Athletica (LULU) is aiming to double its revenue to $4 billion with an expected mid-single-digit growth rate in store comps.

Under Armour (UA) grew revenue by 30% to $1.05 billion in 1Q16. This was the company’s 24th straight quarter of more than 20% growth in its top line.

Under Armour’s (UA) international sales grew 55.6% to almost $150 million in 1Q16. Sales growth in overseas markets came in at 64.6% in currency-neutral terms.

Under Armour has added 250 shop-in-shops in Europe with retail partners as well as points of distribution in north and south Africa, the Middle East, and Turkey.

Under Armour raised the higher end of its 2016 operating income estimate to $503 million–$507 million, implying a growth rate of 23.1%–24.1% over 2015.

The athleisurewear category has had a boost from higher interest in physical well-being globally and by increased participation by women in sports and other fitness activities.

In 2015, Skechers became the second-largest footwear company in the United States, trailing global market leader Nike (NKE).

Athletic footwear brand Skechers operates around 525 company-owned retail stores around the world. Of these, around 395 are located in the United States.

Skechers is quickly establishing its presence in international markets. It made $3.1 billion in sales in 2015, of which 40.4% stemmed from overseas markets.

Foot Locker’s (FL) emphasis on growing (IVW) its women’s business will likely be tied to the growth of its apparel products.

Nike (NKE) is expected to post sales of $8.3 billion in fiscal 4Q16, an increase of 6.4% year-over-year, according to the Wall Street analysts’ consensus.

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Under Armour is under investigation for its accounting practices. The company might have inflated quarterly sales numbers.

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Lululemon (LULU) stock has generated stellar returns for its investors. Lululemon stock was up 68.5% year-to-date on October 17.

Nike’s manufacturing network has over 525 factories. Products move from several distribution centers across a network of thousands of retail accounts.

Giving it a competitive advantage, Nike’s pricing power is supported through premium innovation and a shift toward the direct-to-consumer business.

Bank of America Merrill Lynch upgraded Nike stock (NKE) to “neutral” from “underperform” yesterday and raised its target price to $98 from $70.

Lululemon shares have fallen about 5% since September 6. Lululemon stock rose 8% on September 6. Since then, the stock has been on a downtrend.

Lululemon stock is trading at 33.9x its fiscal 2020 estimated EPS of 5.56, which seems high. The stock closed 4.3% higher on Thursday.

Nike (NKE) is set to announce its results for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2019 after the financial markets close on June 27. In March, Nike announced better-than-expected third-quarter earnings. The company’s overall revenue matched analysts’ forecast. However, investors were disappointed as Nike’s North American revenue lagged expectations.

Lululemon (LULU) stock rose 2.1% on June 13 in reaction to better-than-expected first-quarter results and an upgraded outlook for fiscal 2019 overall. The company’s first-quarter adjusted EPS grew 34.5% to $0.74 on revenue growth of 20.4% to $782.32 million. Analysts had expected EPS of $0.70 and revenue of $755.31 million. Here’s why the outlook got an upgrade.

Lululemon (LULU) impressed investors with upbeat results for the first quarter of fiscal 2019. The athletic apparel company announced its first-quarter results after the financial markets closed on June 12, and the stock rose 5.3% in after-market hours trading.

Of the 33 analysts covering Lululemon Athletica (LULU) stock, 20 (61%) recommend “buy,” 13 recommend “hold,” and none recommend ”sell.”

Lululemon is set to announce results for its fiscal 2019 first quarter (ended May 5) after markets close on June 12.

On March 18, Nike (NKE) was trading at 12-month forward PE multiple of 28.7x.

Lululemon’s (LULU) revenue increased 24.9%, 24.5%, and 20.8% in the first, second, and third quarters of fiscal 2018, respectively.

On January 14, Nike’s 12-month forward PE ratio was 25.8x. For fiscal 2019, analysts expect Nike’s adjusted EPS to increase 10.9% YoY to $2.65.

In fiscal 2019, analysts expect Nike’s sales to rise 7.6% to $39.2 billion and its EPS to surge ~11.0% to $2.65.

VF Corporation (VFC) plans to sell its Reef brand to The Rockport Group. The company hasn’t revealed the terms of the deal.

Currently, 37 analysts track Nike stock. Of these analysts, ~59% recommended a “buy,” 35% recommended a “hold,” and 5% recommended a “sell.”

Skechers (SKX) missed the same-store sales and bottom-line expectations when it reported its second-quarter results on July 19.

Inventory backlog has been a critical pressing issue for Under Armour (UAA) for some time.

Jobs data released this morning shows that the U.S. economy is firing on all cylinders, and the stock market has responded by rallying.

Lululemon Athletica (LULU) stock surged 6.1% in the after-hours trading session after it reported a stellar fiscal 4Q17.

Out of the 31 analysts covering LULU, 58% of analysts have recommended buying the stock, while 39% have suggested holding it.

Nike (NKE) delivered a strong performance in the stock market during 2017 with a 23% rise during the year.

The California-based Skechers (SKX) was among the best-performing sportswear stocks in 2017. The footwear company gained 54% during the year.