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J.Jill

J.Jill Inc is a national lifestyle brand that provides apparel, footwear, and accessories. The company's products are marketed under the J.Jill brand name and sold through two channels: its e-commerce platform and catalog (Direct) and its retail stores (Retail). Revenue is derived from the sale of apparel and accessory merchandise through the company's Retail and Direct channels, which include website and catalog phone orders. Revenue also includes shipping and handling fees collected from customers.

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J.Jill Analysts Slash Their Forecasts After Q2 Earnings Results

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Equities

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J. Jill Inc reported Q2 2024 sales of $155.242M, down 0.9% YoY but beating estimates. Comparable sales up 1.7%. Adjusted EPS of $1.05 also beat consensus. Q3 sales expected to decline while 2024 guidance lowered.

J.Jill Exceeds Q2 Expectations, Lowers 2024 Guidance Due To Changing Consumer Behavior

Earnings Beats

Retail Sales

Small Cap

Wall Street expects a year-over-year decline in earnings on lower revenues when Genesco (NYSE: GCO) reports results for the quarter ended July 2024.

Genesco Expected to Beat Earnings Estimates: Should You Buy?

J.Jill Inc

WKSP

Worksport Expands Workforce By 30% To Scale Production, Targets $1M Monthly Online Sales With 100% Growth, And Prepares For December Launch Of Higher-Margin AL4 Tonneau Cover With Second Shift Implementation

B. Riley Securities analyst Alex Rygiel downgrades Atkore (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATKR#NYSE">ATKR</a>) from Buy to Neutral and lowers the price target from $135 to $84.

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ATKR

B. Riley Securities Downgrades Atkore to Neutral, Lowers Price Target to $84

B. Riley Securities analyst Mayank Mamtani initiates coverage on Viking Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VKTX#NASDAQ">VKTX</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $109.

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B. Riley Securities Initiates Coverage On Viking Therapeutics with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $109

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REPL

Replimune Group shares are trading higher after the company on Thursday announced it received breakthrough therapy designation status for RP1 and will submit an RP1 biologics license application to the FDA under an accelerated approval pathway.

Microsoft Corp&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) President, Brad Smith, has urged the U.S. government to strengthen its stance against cyber threats from foreign adversaries like Russia, China, and Iran.
In a recent <a target="_blank" href="https://www.ft.com/content/e56329e9-2cf9-4a37-b6c0-f0e0e3695e18" rel="noreferrer noopener">interview</a> with the Financial Times, Smith highlighted the increasing severity of state-sponsored cyberattacks targeting American institutions and election systems.
Speaking to the Financial Times, Smith emphasized that cybersecurity must become a core focus of international relations, particularly for the incoming Donald Trump administration.
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He stated, &#8220;I hope that the Trump administration will push harder against nation-state cyber attacks,&#8221; citing the alarming frequency of attacks as unacceptable.
Ransomware attacks and espionage campaigns have surged, with some actors allegedly operating with tacit approval from their governments.
Recent accusations by U.S. authorities claim that Chinese entities infiltrated American telecom networks ahead of the elections.
Meanwhile, Smith criticized Russian tolerance of criminal cyber gangs, noting their increasing collaboration with nation-state groups.
As outlined in a company study, Microsoft faces over 600 million cyberattacks daily. While CEO Satya Nadella has prioritized improving security, Microsoft has faced scrutiny.
Earlier this year, a U.S. Cyber Safety Review Board report criticized the company&#8217;s security failures, which allowed Chinese hackers to breach critical email systems.
Smith acknowledged progress under the Biden administration but underscored the need for additional measures to deter foreign cyber aggressors.
He also urged policymakers to streamline export processes for U.S. digital technologies, warning that delays could allow Chinese technology to dominate regions like Africa and the Middle East.
These concerns align with efforts to restrict the export of sensitive technologies, such as AI chips, to adversaries.
In September, Microsoft hosted <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40791329/microsoft-plans-major-cybersecurity-summit-after-global-it-outage-hits-8-5m-devices-earlier-this-yea" rel="noreferrer noopener">a cybersecurity summit</a> following a widespread IT outage caused by a faulty software update.
The outage, which affected 8.5 million Windows devices on July 19, stemmed from a CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>)- provided an update disrupting industries globally. Microsoft&#8217;s Redmond headquarters summit included government representatives to address cybersecurity challenges and solutions.
The incident highlighted the risks of single-vendor reliance, prompting Microsoft to evaluate restricting third-party security application access to improve system resilience.
Price Action: MSFT stock closed lower by 0.05% at $412.65 premarket at the last check on Friday.
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Microsoft's Brad Smith Urges Trump Government to Tackle Growing Cyber Threats

Susquehanna analyst James Friedman maintains Kyndryl Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KD#NYSE">KD</a>) with a Positive and raises the price target from $33 to $40.

Susquehanna Maintains Positive on Kyndryl Hldgs, Raises Price Target to $40

Buckle shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q3 EPS and sales.

IESC

IES Holdings shares are trading higher after the company announced a year-over-year increase in Q4 financial results.

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General

Reported Earlier: Researchers Link Asthma Drug Singulair To Potential Mental Health Risks, Citing Interaction With Brain Receptors; Merck Spinoff Organon Defends Safety Profile, While FDA Declines Label Update

STNE

StoneCo shares are trading higher after the company announced a R$2 billion repurchase plan.

<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Sometimes The Best Move Is To Do Nothing</h3>
As I type this after hours on Wednesday, shares of&nbsp;Nvidia Corporation&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) are down about 1% in the post-market after the company posted a modest earnings beat, but guidance a bit lower than the Street expected.&nbsp;
During market hours, I considered placing an earnings trade on Nvidia for myself and my subscribers, but after re-reading&nbsp;<a href="https://www.zerohedge.com/news/2024-07-18/when-buy-nvidia">this post</a>&nbsp;(&#8220;When To Buy Nvidia&#8221;) I decided not to. In that post, I mentioned a couple of previous times my subscribers and I traded Nvidia earnings;&nbsp;
<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow"><h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trading Nvidia Options</h3>
One difference between stocks and options is that options expire, so there&#8217;s no place for diamond hands: if you don&#8217;t sell or exercise before expiration, your options will expire worthless. Most of the options trades we do in my trading Substack are spreads, where the maximum possible gain and loss are pre-defined, What I do in those cases is open a GTC order to exit at about 95% of the spread, and lower that price, if necessary, as the expiration date approaches. Here are a couple of examples of me doing this trading Nvidia options.&nbsp;
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<li>Call spread on&nbsp;Nvidia&nbsp;(<a href="https://substack.com/discover/stocks/NVDA">NVDA 6.15%↑</a>). Entered at a net debit of $2.10 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-earnings-2202024">2/20/2024</a>; exited at a net credit of $4.74 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-earnings-2202024/comment/50106618">2/22/2024</a>.&nbsp;Profit: 126%.</li>
<li>Call spread on&nbsp;Nvidia&nbsp;(<a href="https://substack.com/discover/stocks/NVDA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NVDA&nbsp;0.00%↑</a>). Entered at a net debit of $3 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-earnings-5212024">5/21/2024</a>; exited at a net credit of $9.45 on&nbsp;<a href="https://portfolioarmor.substack.com/p/trade-alert-earnings-5212024/comment/57115778">5/23/2024</a>.&nbsp;Profit: 215%.</li>
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Those were both earnings trades. The spread between the strike prices on the first one was $5, and on the second one, $10. I placed the second trade after I started my current practice of aiming for ~200% gains on options spreads.
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And then I detailed when I&#8217;d place an earnings trade on the stock again:&nbsp;
<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow"><h3 class="wp-block-heading">When I&#8217;d Place A Bullish Options Trade On Nvidia Again</h3>
I&#8217;d like to see a slightly better valuation on Nvidia with the stock still showing strong technicals. Let&#8217;s quantify that. Currently, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.chartmill.com/home?a=221937">Chartmill</a>&nbsp;data, here&#8217;s what Nvidia looks like on three specific metrics (all of these are on range from 0 to 10, with 10 being the best):
<ul>
<li>Technical Rating: 9</li>
<li>Set-up Rating: 2</li>
<li>Valuation Rating: 5</li>
</ul>
The technical and valuation ratings are self-explanatory; the set-up rating measures the short-term consolidation of share prices. Here&#8217;s what I&#8217;d like to see before I place my next bullish options trade on Nvidia:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Technical Rating: 6 or greater.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Set-up Rating: 6 or greater.</li>
<li>Valuation Rating: 6 or greater.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
I set up an alert to notify me when Nvidia meets all three of those criteria. At that point, I&#8217;ll investigate it further, and if it looks promising, I&#8217;ll place another bullish bet on it.
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Checking Chartmill intraday Wednesday, Nvidia&#8217;s valuation rating had slid to 4 out of 10. That was enough for me to avoid placing a bullish bet on the stock.&nbsp;
I considered placing a bearish bet, but I figured the stock&#8217;s earnings would be close to Wall Street&#8217;s estimates, and so likely not bad enough to move the stock sufficiently for a profitable exit on Thursday. from a bearish pre-earnings trade.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Good News For Supermicro On Nvidia&#8217;s Call&nbsp;</h3>
Regular readers may recall we (my subscribers and I) placed a couple of bullish bets on&nbsp;Super Micro Computer, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) on Monday.&nbsp;
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&mdash; Portfolio Armor (@PortfolioArmor) <a href="https://twitter.com/PortfolioArmor/status/1858666838831309300?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 19, 2024</a></blockquote>
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I had mentioned two catalysts for Supermicro this week:&nbsp;
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<li>The company hiring another auditor and submitting a plan to avoid delisting.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Nvidia&#8217;s conference call.&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
Now that second catalyst has hit, as Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang mentioned Supermicro as a current partner during Wednesday&#8217;s earnings call. SMCI shares spiked about 5% after hours on that news.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Time To Hedge MicroStrategy&nbsp;</h3>
As we near the end of the year, owning&nbsp;MicroStrategy, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) shares has turned out to be a great way to play Bitcoin this year, far better than owning Bitcoin itself, or Bitcoin miners. Shares of MSTR were up 650% year-to-date, as of Wednesday&#8217;s close.&nbsp;
At this point, MicroStrategy longs may want to consider adding some downside protection. The optimal collar in the TikTok video below will hedge them against a greater-than-18% decline between now and late February. That should cover any potential bearish news coming in the wake of President Trump&#8217;s inauguration (such as difficulties in confirming some of his crypto-friendly appointees).&nbsp;
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Getting Paid To Hedge MicroStrategy <a title="btc" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/btc?refer=embed">#BTC</a> $MSTR
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That clip used the Portfolio Armor iPhone app to scan for an optimal collar on MSTR; you can download that app by clicking on the QR code below, or aiming your iPhone camera at it.&nbsp;
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The Post That Just Saved Us Money On Nvidia

Morgan Stanley analyst Simeon Gutman maintains BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BJ#NYSE">BJ</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $90 to $98.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on BJ's Wholesale Club, Raises Price Target to $98

Keybanc analyst Eric Heath maintains Zscaler (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZS#NASDAQ">ZS</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $220 to $245.

Keybanc Maintains Overweight on Zscaler, Raises Price Target to $245

<h4>Key Takeaways:</h4>
<ul>
<li>The company&rsquo;s revenues surged 472% to 260 million yuan in the first half of this year</li>
<li>Income from autonomous driving products rocketed to 60% of overall revenue in the half-year period</li>
</ul>
By Lee Shih Ta
In the increasingly crowded self-driving space, one company is taking a less travelled route to success.
While many developers of automated driving systems are targeting the passenger market,&nbsp;CiDi Inc.&nbsp;is making inroads into the commercial transport sector via the mining industry.
Based in the Hunan city of Changsha, CiDi supplies automated truck fleets for excavation sites and is now taking the proposition to the stock market, filing for an IPO at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, sponsored by CICC, China Securities and Ping An of China Capital (Hong Kong).
<h3>Celebrated Founder</h3>
The company was founded in 2017 by a team including Li Zexiang, one of the driving forces behind the drone powerhouse DJI Technology. The former professor and his student prodigy Frank Wang were the brains behind DJI, where Li provided early financing and served as board chairman before setting up his new automotive technology venture, CiDi.
Formerly known as Changsha Intelligent Driving Research Institute, the company has become a leading provider of autonomous driving technology for commercial vehicles in China. It focuses on developing driverless trucks for mining and logistics, as well as providing V2X automotive communications systems and perception solutions.
According to the IPO&nbsp;<a href="https://www1.hkexnews.hk/app/sehk/2024/106895/documents/sehk24110700575.pdf">filing</a>,&nbsp;CiDi is the second-biggest provider of autonomous driving technology for commercial vehicles in China with around 8.2% of the market, and it leads the way in self-driving mining trucks with a 36.5% share.
The company supplies driverless vehicles to support mining processes such as drilling, blasting, excavation and haulage, as well as fleet management systems and technology to remotely operate excavators.
Data cited in the prospectus said self-driving trucks vastly outperformed those operated by mine workers, boosting relative mining efficiency by 104%.
By the end of September this year, CiDi had delivered 123 autonomous mining trucks to various quarries and coal mines in Henan, Jiangsu and Hunan, the prospectus said. Meanwhile, indicative orders had been received for 320 autonomous mining trucks and 206 standalone autonomous truck systems.
Aside from mining transportation, the company supplies driverless trucks for other haulage purposes that can navigate between points in closed environments such as industrial sites and logistics parks.
The self-driving automotive business, including mining and logistics trucks, &nbsp;made up just over 60% of total CiDi revenue in the first half of the year.
The company has enjoyed spectacular turnover growth as its autonomated trucking business began to take off. Revenues came in at 77.39 million yuan ($10.70 million) in 2021, dipping to 31.06 million yuan the following year before surging to 130 million yuan in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate of 30.9%.
In the first half of 2024, revenue rocketed 472% to 260 million yuan, propelled by a surge in the autonomous driving business. Revenue from the self-driving segment soared to 160 million yuan from 17.53 million yuan in the same period of last year, taking the share of total turnover to just over 60%.
Despite the healthy top line, the company is still stuck in the red, although losses have lately narrowed. Between 2021 and 2023, its annual non-GAAP adjusted net losses came in at 110 million yuan, 160 million yuan and 140 million yuan. In the first half of this year the loss shrank 9.2% to 59.44 million yuan from 65.43 million yuan in the same period of 2023.
<h3>Heavyweight Backers</h3>
The company has secured eight rounds of financing up to this point, with investors including HongShan, Baidu Venture, Legend Holdings and Hunan Xiangjiang New Area State Owned Capital Investment. CiDi completed a C+ series this February, raising 24 million yuan and obtaining a post-financing valuation above 9 billion yuan. Going into the IPO, the company&rsquo;s founding father, Li Zexiang, still controls 43.63% of the shares.
A focus on the mining industry has proven to be an effective value proposition for CiDi, but this degree of specialization has its downsides. The company faces issues such as a concentrated customer base and limited gross margins.
Between 2021 and 2023, revenue from autonomous driving surged from 6.8 million yuan to 74.42 million yuan, but its gross margin fell from 22.5% to 19.5%. The gross margin for the driverless business only edged up to 16.1% in the first half from 15.6% in the same period of last year.
The latest revenue spurt came largely from within a narrow customer base. In the past three years the autonomous driving customers numbered 14, 8 and 12, with average value per client rising from 486,000 yuan to 3.5 million yuan and 6.2 million yuan. And in the first half of 2024, the average customer value leapt to 39.01 million yuan.
Over the last three financial years, the biggest customers contributed 82.9%, 78.4% and 31.2% of revenue, with the proportion rising back to 58.9% in the first half of this year.
CiDi is the fourth company to file for a Hong Kong IPO under revised rules that widen the admission critera to include loss-making high-tech companies. The other three to take advantage of this Chapter 18C pathway are&nbsp;QuantumPharm&nbsp;(2228.HK),&nbsp;Black Sesame&nbsp;(2533.HK) and Dobot Robotics.
Autonomous driving is still an emerging industry but CiDi seems to have got off to a solid start. From here, investors will be looking for evidence of sustained progress towards the destination of profitability.
This article is from an unpaid external contributor. It does not represent Benzinga's reporting and has not been edited for content or accuracy.

CiDi Sets IPO Course With Its Self-Driving Trucks

Reported November 21: Brazil's Petrobras Approves $111B Strategic Plan For 2025-2029, Including $77B For E&P And $20B For Refining, Transport, And Sales Investments; Strategic Plan Projects 3.2M BOED Production, $45B-$55B In Ordinary Dividends, Up To $10B For Extraordinary Dividends Or Projects, Revises Debt Cap To $75B, And Sets Minimum Cash Level At $6B

Morgan Stanley analyst Brian Nowak maintains Expedia Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXPE#NASDAQ">EXPE</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $150 to $180.

EXPE

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Expedia Group, Raises Price Target to $180

Wells Fargo analyst Joe Quatrochi initiates coverage on ON Semiconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>) with a Overweight rating and announces Price Target of $85.

Wells Fargo Initiates Coverage On ON Semiconductor with Overweight Rating, Announces Price Target of $85

Morgan Stanley analyst Meta Marshall maintains NetApp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $127 to $132.

NTAP

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on NetApp, Raises Price Target to $132

Including Pre-Funded Warrants For Up To 9M Shares,&nbsp;

Offerings

BTAI

BioXcel Therapeutics Prices $7M Public Offering Of 5.6M Shares And Warrants At $0.48 Per Unit; With Proceeds Supporting Neuroscience And Immuno-Oncology Development Efforts

Keybanc analyst Eric Heath maintains Rubrik (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBRK#NYSE">RBRK</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $48 to $57.

RBRK

Keybanc Maintains Overweight on Rubrik, Raises Price Target to $57

The apparel industry is set to hit its stride, with technological advancements, rising demand, and increased consumer spending paving the way for substantial growth. To ride this wave of opportunity, one could consider snapping up shares of top-rated apparel stocks Burlington Stores (BURL), Nordstrom (JWN), and J.Jill (JILL) for solid returns. Read on… The apparel industry is poised for robust growth owing to technological advancements and rising demand. Amid this backdrop, fundamentally robust apparel stocks Burlington Stores, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BURL/">BURL</a>), Nordstrom, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JWN/">JWN</a>), and J.Jill, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JILL/">JILL</a>) are well-positioned to capitalize on the industry's positive momentum.
The industry is on the verge of transformative changes in 2024, spurred by technological advancements and evolving consumer behaviors. These shifts are reshaping fashion trends and creating fertile ground for growth, positioning the sector to expand and capitalize on new opportunities.
Artificial intelligence is set to transform the apparel landscape by optimizing manufacturing, design, and sales processes. With <a href="https://apparelmagic.com/top-industry-trends-for-the-apparel-industry-in-2024/">personalized shopping experiences</a> driven by consumer data, AI will tailor product offerings and marketing strategies, improving customer satisfaction and driving industry growth.
Immersive technologies like virtual try-ons and augmented reality are further changing the shopping experience by allowing customers to visualize clothes before purchasing. This innovation is enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction, driving the sector's expansion as these tools become more widely adopted.
Moreover, retail data shows <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2024/09/17/economy/us-retail-sales-august/index.html">a 0.1% increase</a> in U.S. consumer spending for August, surpassing expectations. <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/current-inflation-rate/">With inflation easing</a>, this spending boost indicates a favorable environment for the apparel industry. Strong consumer demand, a key driver of the economy, would benefit the sector as it continues to grow and expand.
Looking forward, the global apparel market is forecasted to grow at <a href="https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/apparel-market-report">a CAGR of 4.1%</a>, reaching $2.26 trillion by 2030. This projection reflects the industry's potential to thrive, fueled by technological innovations and positive economic conditions, setting the stage for sustained expansion.
Considering these trends, let's take a look at the fundamentals of the three best <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/fashion-luxury/">Fashion &amp; Luxury</a> industry stocks, starting with #3.
Stock #3: Burlington Stores, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BURL/">BURL</a>)
BURL is an off-price retailer that sells branded apparel, footwear, accessories, and home goods at reduced costs. The company also offers a wide range of fashion-focused merchandise, including women's ready-to-wear apparel, menswear, youth apparel, baby, beauty, footwear, accessories, home, toys, gifts, and coats.
On August 31, BlackRock, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BLK/">BLK</a>), a prominent global investment firm, significantly <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/blackrock-inc-strategic-acquisition-burlington-052720628.html">boosted its stake in BURL</a> by purchasing 163,876 additional shares at $268.24 per share. The strategic investment highlights BLK's strong belief in BRUL's promising growth opportunities and its positive outlook on the company's future performance.
BURL's trailing-12-month gross profit margin of 43.08% is 15.8% higher than the 37.19% industry average. Moreover, the stock's trailing-12-month ROCE, ROTC, and ROTA of 45.17%, 7.24%, and 5.48% are 299%, 19%, and 32.8% higher than the industry averages of 11.32%, 6.08%, and 4.12%, respectively.
BURL's revenue for the fiscal 2024 second quarter, which ended on August 3, increased 13.4% year-over-year to $2.47 billion. Its <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/a/adjusted-ebitda.asp">adjusted EBITDA</a> rose 43.3% from the year-ago value to $201.84 million. Additionally, the company's adjusted net income amounted to $77.49 million, or $1.20 per share, up 99.3% and 100% year-over-year, respectively.
For the fiscal 2024 third quarter, BURL anticipates <a href="https://www.burlingtoninvestors.com/news-releases/news-release-details/burlington-stores-inc-reports-second-quarter-2024-earnings">a 10% to 12% increase</a> in total sales, with adjusted EPS estimated between $1.45 and $1.55. Additionally, the company has raised its full-year margin and earnings outlook, projecting total sales growth of 9% to 10% and adjusted EPS of $7.66 to $7.96.
Street expects BURL's revenue and EPS for the fiscal 2025 third quarter (ending in October 2024) to increase 11.6% and 58% year-over-year to $2.56 billion and $1.55, respectively. Moreover, the company has surpassed the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in three of the trailing four quarters, which is impressive.
Shares of BURL have gained 15.8% over the past three months and 82.9% over the past year to close the last trading session at $270.29.
BURL's solid prospects are reflected in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The stock has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings assess stocks by 118 different factors, each with its own weighting.
BURL has an A grade for Growth and a B for Momentum, Sentiment, and Quality. It is ranked #15 out of 59 stocks in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/fashion-luxury/">Fashion &amp; Luxury</a> industry.
<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BURL/">Click here</a> to see BURL's Value and Stability ratings.
Stock #2: Nordstrom, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JWN/">JWN</a>)
JWN is a fashion retailer offering private-label merchandise for women, men, young adults, and children. It operates its Retail segment through two key divisions: Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack. The company also has arrangements with agents and contract manufacturers for private-brand merchandise.
On August 20, JWN announced plans to open its new store, <a href="https://press.nordstrom.com/news-releases/news-release-details/nordstrom-rack-open-new-location-surprise-arizona">Nordstrom Rack in Surprise, Arizona</a> in fall 2025. Located in the bustling Prasada North shopping center, the new store could enhance JWN's presence and continue delivering its fashion offerings to the local community.
On August 13, JWN unveiled plans to <a href="https://press.nordstrom.com/news-releases/news-release-details/nordstrom-rack-open-new-location-morrisville-north-carolina">open a new Nordstrom Rack store</a> in Morrisville, North Carolina, with a grand opening set for spring 2025. Positioned in the popular Park West Village shopping center, this expansion could boost JWN's visibility and market reach, driving customer engagement and supporting sustained growth.
JWN's trailing-12-month ROCE of 34.02% is 209.3% higher than the sector average of 11.32%. Additionally, the stock's trailing-12-month ROTC of 6.63% is 9.1% higher than the industry average of 6.08%. Moreover, its asset turnover ratio of 1.72x is 73.9% higher than the industry average of 0.99x.
JWN's net sales for the fiscal 2024 second quarter, which ended on August 3, increased 3.4% year-over-year to $3.79 billion. Its adjusted EBITDA rose 19.9% from the year-ago value to $379 million. Plus, the company's net earnings amounted to $122 million. Meanwhile, its adjusted EPS rose 14.3% from the previous year's period to $0.96.
Analysts expect JWN's revenue and EPS for the fiscal year 2026 (ending in January 2026), to increase 1.9% and 1.5% year-over-year to $15.11 billion and $1.89, respectively. Furthermore, the company surpassed the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in three of the trailing four quarters.
Shares of JWN have gained 3.4% over the past three months and 53.2% over the past year to close the last trading session at $22.56.
It's no surprise that JWN has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
JWN has an A grade for Value and a B for Momentum and Quality. Within the same industry, it is ranked #9.
To see JWN's additional ratings for Stability, Sentiment, and Growth, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JWN/">click here</a>.
Stock #1: J.Jill, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JILL/">JILL</a>)
JILL is a national lifestyle brand offering apparel, footwear, and accessories through retail and direct channels. Its products are sold through its e-commerce platform and catalog, as well as its retail stores. The company also has three sub-brands, Pure Jill, Wearever, and Fit, and offers accessory collections.
JILL's trailing-12-month gross profit margin of 70.59% is 89.8% higher than the 37.19% industry average. Additionally, the stock's trailing-12-month EBITDA margin of 17.66% is 54.2% higher than the industry average of 11.45%.
Moreover, the stock's trailing-12-month levered FCF margin and trailing-12-month net income margin of 7.95% and 6.72% are 51.2% and 49.6% higher than the industry averages of 5.25% and 4.49%, respectively.
For the fiscal 2024 second quarter, which ended August 3, 2024, JILL reported net sales of $155.24 million. The company's adjusted income from operations was $24.94 million, and adjusted EBITDA was $30.19 million. Moreover, adjusted net income for the quarter was $15.83 million, or $1.05 per share.
For the fiscal 2025 third quarter (ending October 2024), JILL's revenue is expected to increase marginally year-over-year to $151.02 million. For the ongoing quarter, its EPS is expected to grow by 2.1% from the prior year to $0.80. Also, the company surpassed the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in all four trailing quarters.
Shares of JILL have gained 6.9% over the past six months to close the last trading session at $25.50.
JILL's promising outlook is reflected in its POWR Ratings. It has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
JILL has an A grade for Quality and a B for Value. Within the Fashion &amp; Luxury industry, it is ranked #7 out of 59 stocks.
To access JILL's additional ratings for Growth, Sentiment, Momentum, and Stability, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JILL/">click here</a>.
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BURL shares were unchanged in premarket trading Wednesday. Year-to-date, BURL has gained 38.98%, versus a 19.36% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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The retail sector is expanding with innovations in technology, marketing, and rising incomes, coupled with growing demand for both essentials and luxury items, making it a compelling investment opportunity now. Therefore, Target (TGT), Tapestry (TPR), and J.Jill (JILL) are wise portfolio additions, as they are poised for a comeback. Keep reading... The retail industry shows promise this year due to subsiding inflation, which boosts household purchasing power and supports retail demand. Manufacturing has rebounded, highlighting economic strength and further fueling retail growth, with stable demand for consumer staples, household items, and even luxury goods.
Therefore, investors might consider investing in strong retail stocks such as Target Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TGT/">TGT</a>), Tapestry Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TPR/">TPR</a>), and J.Jill, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JILL/">JILL</a>). Despite recent declines over the past six months, these retail giants are primed for a strong comeback.
As we enter Q4, with holidays approaching, consumers flock to big-box outlets for food, gifts, and online purchases. Businesses respond by offering variety, convenience, and personalized experiences to meet changing demands, driving industry growth. The National Retail Federation forecasts retail sales will rise between <a href="https://nrf.com/media-center/press-releases/nrf-forecasts-retail-sales-reach-least-523-trillion-2024">2.5% and 3.5% in 2024</a>, reaching $5.23 to $5.28 trillion.
Meanwhile, luxury brands are expanding physical stores, reinvesting in flagship locations, and exploring hospitality ventures. High-end malls attract luxury brands with low vacancy rates, offering stable retail environments. Hence, with rising disposable income and consumer demand for unique experiences, the global luxury goods market is projected to grow at a <a href="https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/luxury-goods-market-report">CAGR of 6.8%</a> from 2024 to 2030.
Considering these conducive trends, let's examine the fundamentals of the three retail picks mentioned above.
Target Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TGT/">TGT</a>)
TGT operates as a general merchandise retailer in the United States. It offers apparel for women, men, boys, girls, toddlers, infants, and newborns, as well as jewellery, accessories, and shoes; beauty and personal care, baby gear, cleaning, paper products, and pet supplies.
On September 9, 2024, TGT announced The Cuddle Collab, its first exclusive pet collection featuring over 180 items inspired by pet influencers. The collection launches on September 21, 2024, with prices starting at $3, and includes accessories, toys, treats, and home décor for pets and their owners.
On June 24, 2024, TGT announced a partnership with Shopify to feature select Shopify merchants on Target Plus, its online marketplace. This collaboration will bring new brands and products to Target Plus and introduce some Shopify items to TGT's stores nationwide.
In terms of the trailing-12-month Return on Common Equity, TGT's 33.97% is 219.5% higher than the 10.63% industry average. Its 12.18% trailing-12-month Return on Total Capital is 75.1% higher than the 6.96% industry average. Likewise, its 1.97x trailing-12-month <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/a/assetturnover.asp">asset turnover ratio</a> is 132.3% higher than the industry average of 0.85x.
For the second quarter, which ended on August 3, 2024, TGT's total revenue rose 2.7% year-over-year to $25.45 billion, and its operating income was $1.63 billion, up 36.6% over the prior-year quarter. The company's net earnings and adjusted EPS stood at $1.19 billion and $2.57, respectively, representing increases of 42.7% and 42.4% year-over-year.
Street expects TGT's EPS and revenue for the quarter ending October 31, 2024, to increase 9.4% and 2.2% year-over-year to $2.30 and $25.96 billion, respectively. It surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in three of the trailing four quarters. Over the past year, the stock has gained 30.2% to close the last trading session at $156.49.
TGT's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its strong fundamentals. It has an overall rating of A, equating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings assess stocks by 118 different factors, each with its own weighting.
It has a B grade for Value, Momentum, and Quality. Within the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/grocery-big-box-retailers/">Grocery/Big Box Retailers</a> industry, it is ranked #8 out of 37 stocks. To see TGT's ratings for Growth, Stability, and Sentiment, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TGT/">click here</a>.
Tapestry Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TPR/">TPR</a>)
TPR provides luxury accessories and branded lifestyle products internationally. The company operates in three segments: Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman.
In terms of the trailing-12-month levered FCF margin, TPR's 13.89% is 173.1% higher than the 5.09% industry average. Its 18.83% trailing-12-month EBIT margin is 139.3% higher than the 7.87% industry average. Likewise, its 6.09% trailing-12-month Return on Total Assets is 46.2% higher than the industry average of 4.17%.
During the fourth quarter that ended on June 29, 2024, TPR's net sales came in at $1.59 billion. Its gross profit rose marginally year-over-year to $1.19 billion. The company's net income was reported at $159.30 million, or $0.68 per share. Moreover, as of June 29, 2024, its total assets stood at $13.40 billion, compared to $7.12 billion as of July 1, 2023.
Analysts expect TPR's EPS for the quarter ending September 30, 2024, to increase 2.1% year-over-year to $0.95. Its revenue for the quarter ending March 31, 2025, is expected to rise 1.8% year-over-year to $1.51 billion. It surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. TPR's stock has gained 41.7% over the past year to close the last trading session at $42.82.
It's no surprise that TPR has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary POWR Ratings system.
It has a B grade for Quality. It is ranked #24 out of 59 stocks in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/fashion-luxury/">Fashion &amp; Luxury</a> industry. Beyond what we stated above, we also have given TPR grades for Growth, Value, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment. Get all the TPR ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TPR/">here</a>.
J.Jill, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JILL/">JILL</a>)
JILL is an omnichannel retailer of women's apparel under the J.Jill brand. The company offers casual wear, athletic wear, loungewear, footwear, and accessories, including scarves and jewelry. The company markets its products through retail stores, websites, and catalogs.
In terms of the trailing-12-month net income margin, JILL's 6.72% is 47% higher than the 4.57% industry average. Likewise, its 17.66% trailing-12-month EBITDA margin is 54.8% higher than the 11.41% industry average. Moreover, the stock's 1.52x trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio is 53.7% higher than the 0.99x industry average.
JILL's net sales for the fiscal second quarter that ended on August 3, 2024, were $155.24 million. The company's adjusted income from operations was $24.94 million. Likewise, its adjusted net income and adjusted net income per share stood at $15.83 million and $1.05 per share, up 21% and 20.8% over the prior-year quarter. Additionally, its adjusted EBITDA came in at $30.19 million.
For the quarter ending October 31, 2024, JILL's EPS is expected to increase 2.1% year-over-year to $0.80. Its revenue for the same quarter is expected to grow marginally year-over-year to $151.02 million. JILL surpassed the Street EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. Over the past six months, its stock has gained 3.4% to close the last trading session at $25.56.
JILL's bright prospects are reflected in its POWR Ratings. It has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
JILL has an A grade for Quality and a B for Value. Within the Fashion &amp; Luxury industry, it is ranked #6. To access JILL's additional ratings for Growth, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JILL/">click here</a>.
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TGT shares were trading at $154.33 per share on Friday afternoon, down $2.16 (-1.38%). Year-to-date, TGT has gained 11.67%, versus a 20.28% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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With retail on the upswing, apparel brands are responding to consumer shifts toward sustainability, digital shopping, and values-driven choices. Thus, we present fundamentally strong apparel stocks Ross Stores (ROST), Nordstrom (JWN), and J.Jill (JILL), ready to capitalize on these trends as the industry adapts to new expectations. Read on... As the retail industry rebounds, apparel companies are increasingly capitalizing on emerging trends such as sustainability, personalization, and expansion into the metaverse. This shift presents significant opportunities for growth, making companies like Ross Stores, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ROST/">ROST</a>), Nordstrom, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JWN/">JWN</a>), and J.Jill, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JILL/">JILL</a>) attractive options for investors looking to capitalize on the evolving retail landscape.
U.S. <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/us-retail-sales-increase-solidly-september-2024-10-17/">retail sales increased by 0.4%</a> in September, surpassing economists' forecast of 0.3%. Additionally, the rise of online shopping, coupled with trends toward sustainability, omnichannel engagement, and values-driven purchasing, underscores how major retailers are adapting to meet shifting consumer expectations.
The apparel market is set for strong growth, driven by e-commerce expansion, rising incomes, and a shift toward branded, especially luxury, products. The women's apparel segment benefits from more women in the workforce, and evolving fashion trends keep the mature market competitive, with companies forming alliances and using strategic advertising to boost revenue. The apparel market is projected to grow from $1.36 trillion in 2024 to $1.78 trillion by 2029, exhibiting a robust<a href="https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/apparel-market/market-size#:~:text=The%20Apparel%20Market%20size%20is%20estimated%20at%20USD,CAGR%20of%204.63%25%20during%20the%20forecast%20period%20%282024-2029%29."> CAGR of 4.6%</a>.
Considering these conducive trends, let's examine the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/fashion-luxury/">Fashion &amp; Luxury</a> stocks in detail.
Stock #3: Ross Stores, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ROST/">ROST</a>)
ROST, through its subsidiaries, operates off-price retail stores under the Ross Dress for Less and dd's DISCOUNTS brands in the U.S., offering apparel, accessories, footwear, and home fashions at discounted prices.
On October 21, ROST expanded its presence with 43 new Ross Dress for Less and four dd's DISCOUNTS stores across 22 states, completing its 2024 growth plan of 89 new locations. This expansion supports Ross's goal of increasing market reach, with long-term plans to reach 2,900 Ross and 700 dd's DISCOUNTS stores nationwide.
On August 21, 2024, ROST declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.3675 per share, payable on September 30, 2024. It pays an annual dividend of $1.47, which translates to a <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/d/dividendyield.asp">dividend yield</a> of 1.03% at the prevailing price levels, higher than the four-year average yield of 0.95%.
During the fiscal second quarter that ended August 3, 2024, ROST's sales increased 7.1% year-over-year to $5.29 billion. In addition, the company's net income and EPS came in at $527.15 million and $1.59, up 18.2% and 20.5% over the prior-year quarter, respectively.
Analysts expect ROST's EPS and revenue for the quarter ended October 31, 2024, to increase 6.6% and 5% year-over-year to $1.42 and $5.17 billion, respectively. It surpassed the Street EPS and revenue estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is impressive.
Over the past year, the stock has gained 17.4% to close the last trading session at $142.32. It soared 2.8% year-to-date.
ROST's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 distinct factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
ROST has a B grade in Sentiment and Quality. It is ranked #18 out of 61 stocks in the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/fashion-luxury/">Fashion &amp; Luxury</a> industry.
Beyond what we have stated above, we also have given ROST grades for Growth, Momentum, Stability and Value. Get all the ROST's ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ROST/ratings/">here</a>.
Stock #2: Nordstrom, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JWN/">JWN</a>)
JWN is a fashion retailer offering apparel, shoes, beauty, accessories, and home goods for all ages through its Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack stores, online platforms, and Last Chance clearance outlets.
On September 4, 2024, the special committee of JWN, Board of Directors confirmed receiving a proposal from Erik and Pete Nordstrom, along with other family members and El Puerto de Liverpool, S.A.B. de C.V to acquire all outstanding shares of the company which excludes those held by the Nordstrom family and Liverpool, for $23.00 per share in cash.
On September 18, JWN announced that its Board of Directors approved a quarterly dividend of 19 cents per share. It pays an annual dividend of $0.76, which translates to a dividend yield of 3.32% at the prevailing price levels.
In the fiscal first quarter ended August 31, 2024, JWN's net sales increased 3.4% year-over-year to $3.79 billion. Its total revenues rose 3.2% from the prior-year quarter to $3.89 billion.  Moreover, its net earnings were $122 million, and adjusted EPS stood at $0.96, up 14.3% year over year.
Street expects JWN's for the third quarter ending October 31, 2024, to increase marginally year-over-year to 3.34 billion. Its EPS for the same quarter is expected to be $0.22. It surpassed the consensus revenue estimates in three of the past four quarters.
The stock climbed 53.5% and 23.1% year-to-date to close the last trading session at $22.72.
JWN's POWR Ratings reflect strong prospects. The stock has an overall rating of B, translating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B for Value and Quality. It is ranked #6 in the same industry.
To access JWN's Growth, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment ratings, click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JWN/ratings/">here</a>.
Stock #1: J.Jill, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JILL/">JILL</a>)
JILL is an omnichannel retailer offering women's apparel, footwear, and accessories under the J.Jill brand across the U.S. It reaches customers through retail stores, its website, and catalogues.
On October 2, JILL paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share The company pays an annual dividend of $0.28, which translates to a dividend yield of 1.17% at the prevailing price levels, which is higher than its four-year dividend yield of 0.04%.
JILL reported a net sales of $155.24 million in the fiscal 2024 second quarter that ended on August 3, 2024. Its adjusted income from operations amounted to $24.94 million, while its adjusted net income amounted to $15.83 million. The adjusted net income per share reported during this period is $1.05
Street expects JILL's revenue for the fiscal third quarter (ended October 2024) to increase marginally year-over-year to $151.02 million. Its EPS for the same quarter is expected to grow 2.1% from the prior year to $0.80.
Shares of JILL have gained 5.5% over the past nine months to close the last trading session at $24.77.
JILL's bright prospects are apparent in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A in Quality and a B grade for Value and Sentiment. Within the same industry, it is ranked #3.
Click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/JILL/ratings/">here</a> to see JILL's ratings for Momentum, Stability, and Growth.
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ROST shares rose $3.31 (+2.33%) in premarket trading Wednesday. Year-to-date, ROST has gained 3.61%, versus a 22.48% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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