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Burlington Stores

Burlington Stores Inc is off-price retailer offering an extensive selection of in-season, fashion-focused merchandise including: women's ready-to-wear apparel, menswear, youth apparel, baby, beauty, footwear, accessories, home, toys, gifts and coats. Company sell a broad selection of desirable, first-quality, current-brand, labeled merchandise acquired directly from nationally recognized manufacturers and other suppliers. Company sell product in category such as Ladies apparel, Accessories and shoes, Home, Mens apparel, Kids apparel and baby and Outerwear.

Burlington Stores Inc

The off-price trend has taken the retail wholesale sector by storm in the current economic climate. Consumers are trying to stretch their dollars but don&#39;t want to sacrifice quality. This rules out low-quality and low-price outlets like Dollar Tree Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/dltr#NASDAQ">DLTR</a>) or even Dollar General Co. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/dg#NYSE">DG</a>), which sells its items for more than $1, &nbsp;where you get what you pay for in terms of cost and quality. It&#39;s the perfect storm environment for leading off-brand retailer The TJX Cos. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tjx#NYSE">TJX</a>), who operates popular off-price stores like TJ Maxx, HomeGoods, and Marshalls.
<h2>The Rise of Off-Price Retailers and Gamification of Treasure Hunting </h2>
Off-price retailers are stores that sell brand-name merchandise at deeply discounted prices, often between 20% to 60% off regular retail prices. Since they buy opportunistically in bulk, their inventory is always changing based on availability rather than seasonality. This creates a &lsquo;treasure hunting&#39; effect that gamifies shopping for bargain hunters, never knowing what great deals they may find on any given day. Off-price retailers fulfill the need to get the most bang for the buck without sacrificing quality.
Some of the most popular off-price retailers include Ross Stores Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rost#NASDAQ">ROST</a>), Burlington Stores Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/burl#NYSE">BURL</a>), and Nordstrom Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jwn#NYSE">JWN</a>) Nordstrom Rack department stores, which now outnumber its full-price namesake locations.
<h2>TJX Companies Portfolio of Brands </h2>
TJX is the world&#39;s leading off-price apparel and home fashion retailer, with over 4,900 stores located throughout nine countries on three continents. While the most popular brands are TJ Maxx, Marshalls (Marmaxx), and HomeGoods in the United States, their other brands, Sierra, Winners, HomeSense, and TJ Maxx variations (TJX Canada and TJX International Europe and Australia), are popular in other countries. TJX is also investing $360 million for a 35% stake in Brands For Less, a major off-price retailer in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia with over 100 stores.
Marmaxx, which combines TJ Max and Marshalls fashion apparel stores, saw 5% YoY comparable sales in the fiscal second quarter of 2025, on top of the 8% YoY comp sales from the year-ago period. HomeGoods comp sales rose 2% YoY on top of the 4% YoY comp sales last year. TJX Canada saw 2% YoY growth to $1.24 billion. TJX International, comprised of Australia and Europe, saw 4% YoY sales to $1.68 billion in the second quarter.
<h2>TJX Keeps the Momentum Flowing Into the Holiday Season</h2>
In its fiscal second-quarter 2025 earnings report, TJX beat consensus analyst estimates by 4 cents, reporting 92 cents. Revenues rose 5.6% YoY to $13.47 billion, beating $13.31 billion consensus estimates. Same-store sales (SSS) rose 4% YoY, nicely beating its guidance range of 2% to 3% YoY, completely driven by increased customer transactions. Pre-tax margin rose 50 bps to 10.9%, up from 10.4% last year. Total inventories were $6.5 billion, down from $6.4 billion in the year-ago period. TJX bought back $559 million in stock and ended the quarter with $5.3 billion in cash. The company opened its 5,000th store in the quarter.
<h2>TJX Issues Forecasts </h2>
For the third quarter of 2024, TJX sees EPS of $1.06 to $1.08, which is why of the $1.10 consensus estimates. Same-store comps are expected to be between 2% and 3%.
Full-year fiscal 2025 EPS is expected to be between $4.09 and $4.13 versus $4.03 and $4.13 consensus estimates. Full-year comps are expected to be 3% from 2% to 3%.
TJX CEO Ernie Herrman commented, &quot;The third quarter is off to a strong start, and we have numerous plans underway to drive traffic and sales. Availability of quality branded merchandise is excellent, and we are confident we will have an exciting assortment of fresh goods across all of our stores and online throughout the fall and holiday selling seasons.&quot;
<h2>TJX Stock Is in a Symmetrical Triangle Pattern</h2>
A symmetrical triangle pattern precedes a breakout or breakdown. It&#39;s comprised of a converging descending upper trendline and ascending lower trendline connected at the apex point. The breakout or breakdown occurs ahead of reaching the apex point.
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TJX gapped to $117.91 following its fiscal Q2 2025 earnings release. After peaking at $121.09, TJX formed a series of lower highs and higher lows, making up the two divergence trendlines meeting at the apex point near the upper gap-fill level of $117.91. The daily anchored VWAP is at $115.55. The daily relative strength index (RSI) has been trending lower to the 52-band. Fibonacci (Fib) pullback support levels are at $113.49, $110.62, $107.82, and $103.89.
TJX&#39;s average consensus price target is $126.76, and its highest analyst price target&nbsp;is&nbsp;$148. Analysts have given it 13 Buy ratings and 3 Hold ratings.
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TJX Stock: A Buying Opportunity Before the Holiday Rush

In the current session, the stock is trading at $276.00, after a 1.04% increase. Over the past month, Burlington Stores Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) stock increased by 0.80%, and in the past year, by 104.89%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727291720_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Burlington Stores P/E Compared to Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Burlington Stores has a better P/E ratio of 41.26 than the aggregate P/E ratio of 19.74 of the Specialty Retail industry. Ideally, one might believe that Burlington Stores Inc. might perform better in the future than it's industry group, but it's probable that the stock is overvalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727291720_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In summary, while the price-to-earnings ratio is a valuable tool for investors to evaluate a company's market performance, it should be used with caution. A low P/E ratio can be an indication of undervaluation, but it can also suggest weak growth prospects or financial instability. Moreover, the P/E ratio is just one of many metrics that investors should consider when making investment decisions, and it should be evaluated alongside other financial ratios, industry trends, and qualitative factors. By taking a comprehensive approach to analyzing a company's financial health, investors can make well-informed decisions that are more likely to lead to successful outcomes.

Intraday Update

A Look Into Burlington Stores Inc's Price Over Earnings

Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 10.06% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 21.26%. Currently, Burlington Stores has a market capitalization of $17.45 billion. 
Buying $100 In BURL: If an investor had bought $100 of BURL stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $680.93 today based on a price of $274.07 for BURL at the time of writing.
<h3>Burlington Stores's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727285416_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$100 Invested In Burlington Stores 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

On September 11, it was revealed in an SEC filing that Stephen Ferroni, SVP at Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) executed a significant exercise of company stock options.
What Happened: Ferroni, SVP at Burlington Stores, made a strategic move by exercising stock options for 451 shares of BURL as detailed in a Form 4 filing on Wednesday with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001579298/000095017024105520//Archives/edgar/data/1579298/000095017024105520/0000950170-24-105520-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>. The transaction value amounted to $98,439.
The latest update on Thursday morning shows Burlington Stores shares up by 2.04%, trading at $272.85. At this price, Ferroni's 451 shares are worth $98,439.
<h3>Discovering Burlington Stores: A Closer Look</h3>
Burlington Stores Inc is off-price retailer offering an extensive selection of in-season, fashion-focused merchandise including: women's ready-to-wear apparel, menswear, youth apparel, baby, beauty, footwear, accessories, home, toys, gifts and coats. Company sell a broad selection of desirable, first-quality, current-brand, labeled merchandise acquired directly from nationally recognized manufacturers and other suppliers. Company sell product in category such as Ladies apparel, Accessories and shoes, Home, Mens apparel, Kids apparel and baby and Outerwear.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Burlington Stores</h3>
Revenue Growth: Burlington Stores's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 July, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 13.37%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Key Profitability Indicators:
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Gross Margin: The company shows a low gross margin of 42.89%, indicating concerns regarding cost management and overall profitability relative to its industry counterparts.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Burlington Stores's EPS outshines the industry average, indicating a strong bottom-line trend with a current EPS of 1.16.
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Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 4.5, Burlington Stores faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
Understanding Financial Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Burlington Stores's current Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio of 40.39 is higher than the industry average, indicating that the stock may be overvalued according to market sentiment.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 1.68 as compared to the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Burlington Stores's EV/EBITDA ratio of 21.29 exceeds industry averages, indicating a premium valuation in the market
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Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
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<h3>Unmasking the Significance of Insider Transactions</h3>
It's important to note that insider transactions alone should not dictate investment decisions, but they can provide valuable insights.
When discussing legal matters, the term "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as stipulated in Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. Such insiders are required to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be completed within two business days of the transaction.
A new purchase by a company insider is a indication that they anticipate the stock will rise.
On the other hand, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Unlocking the Meaning of Transaction Codes</h3>
Digging into the details of stock transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their attention to those taking place in the open market, as outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/search/index?company_cik=0001579298">Check Out The Full List Of Burlington Stores's Insider Trades.</a>
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Insider Trades

Stephen Ferroni At Burlington Stores Executes Options Exercise, Realizing $98K

Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 10.78% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 21.45%. Currently, Burlington Stores has a market capitalization of $16.86 billion. 
Buying $100 In BURL: If an investor had bought $100 of BURL stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $711.77 today based on a price of $264.82 for BURL at the time of writing.
<h3>Burlington Stores's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1725546627_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Burlington Stores Stock In The Last 10 Years

Telsey Advisory Group analyst Dana Telsey maintains Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $300 to $310.

Telsey Advisory Group Maintains Outperform on Burlington Stores, Raises Price Target to $310

Citigroup analyst Paul Lejuez maintains Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $276 to $313.

Citigroup Maintains Buy on Burlington Stores, Raises Price Target to $313

Barclays analyst Adrienne Yih maintains Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $274 to $327.

Barclays Maintains Overweight on Burlington Stores, Raises Price Target to $327

Goldman Sachs analyst Brooke Roach maintains Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $278 to $310.

Goldman Sachs Maintains Buy on Burlington Stores, Raises Price Target to $310

TD Cowen analyst John Kernan maintains Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $279 to $288.

TD Cowen Maintains Buy on Burlington Stores, Raises Price Target to $288

Evercore ISI Group analyst Michael Binetti maintains Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $300 to $315.

Evercore ISI Group Maintains Outperform on Burlington Stores, Raises Price Target to $315

B of A Securities analyst Lorraine Hutchinson maintains Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $275 to $315.

B of A Securities Maintains Buy on Burlington Stores, Raises Price Target to $315

11 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">7</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $297.73, a high estimate of $345.00, and a low estimate of $238.00. This current average reflects an increase of 9.22% from the previous average price target of $272.60. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1725019249_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Burlington Stores. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Laura Champine</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$345.00</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
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<td>Alex Straton</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$284.00</td>
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<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
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<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
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<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
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<td>Chuck Grom</td>
<td>Gordon Haskett</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Michael Binetti</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$274.00</td>
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<td>John Kernan</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$279.00</td>
<td>$257.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$288.00</td>
<td>$284.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Jay Sole</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$238.00</td>
<td>$212.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Burlington Stores. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Burlington Stores compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Burlington Stores's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
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For valuable insights into Burlington Stores's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BURL/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Burlington Stores analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Burlington Stores's Background</h2>
Burlington Stores Inc is off-price retailer offering an extensive selection of in-season, fashion-focused merchandise including: women's ready-to-wear apparel, menswear, youth apparel, baby, beauty, footwear, accessories, home, toys, gifts and coats. Company sell a broad selection of desirable, first-quality, current-brand, labeled merchandise acquired directly from nationally recognized manufacturers and other suppliers. Company sell product in category such as Ladies apparel, Accessories and shoes, Home, Mens apparel, Kids apparel and baby and Outerwear.
<h3>Burlington Stores: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Burlington Stores's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 10.51% as of 30 April, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Burlington Stores's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 3.32%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Burlington Stores's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 7.74% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Burlington Stores's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.02% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Burlington Stores's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 4.67. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

A Closer Look at 11 Analyst Recommendations For Burlington Stores

Loop Capital analyst Laura Champine maintains Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $270 to $345.

Loop Capital Maintains Buy on Burlington Stores, Raises Price Target to $345

Morgan Stanley analyst Alex Straton maintains Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $284 to $300.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight on Burlington Stores, Raises Price Target to $300

Wall Street rallied robustly on Thursday, with traders embracing a risk-on approach after government data revealed the U.S. economy grew by 3% in the second quarter, outpacing earlier estimates of 2.8%, driven by strong upward <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/08/40629012/gdp-data-shows-economy-in-good-shape-job-market-key-for-rest-of-2024-economists">revisions in household consumption. </a>
The upbeat market sentiment prevailed even as NVIDIA Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), the year&#8217;s top-performing S&amp;P 500 stock, slipped over 3% following its earnings report, with revenue projections for the current quarter failing to impress the heightened expectations.
Other semiconductor stocks decoupled from Nvidia <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/08/40630439/semiconductor-etfs-rally-despite-nvidia-dip-10-chipmakers-defy-the-ai-darlings-drop">and showed strong gains</a>, with the broader iShares Semiconductor ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NYSE">SOXX</a>) up over 2%. 
Small caps rallied 1.4%, positively reacting to the upwardly revised GDP data. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.1%. achieving fresh record highs to over 41,500 points. 
Commodities gained strength, with natural gas rallying 2%, oil prices climbing 1.6%, gold advancing 0.8%, and silver rising 1.3%.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) rose 2.5%, on track to snap three straight session of losses. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>1-day %chg</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,223.27</td>
<td>1.4%</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>19,614.94</td>
<td>1.4%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>41,562.92</td>
<td>1.1%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,645.35</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 12:45 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent082924&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a> data: 
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>)&nbsp;was 0.9% higher to $563.17.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;rose 1.1% to $416.02.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) was up 1.2% to $477.23.</li>
<li>The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) rose 1.4% to $220.24.</li>
<li>The Industrials Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLI#NYSE">XLI</a>) outperformed, up by 1.5%. The Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>) lagged, down by 0.4%.</li>
</ul>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
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<li>Chipmaker stocks rallying the most on Thursday despite Nvidia&#8217;s dip were Arm Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>) up 5.6%, Intel Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) up 4.7% and ON Semiconductor Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>) up 4.3%.</li>
<li>Other stocks moving on earnings are American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEO#NYSE">AEO</a>) down 3.3%, Affirm Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFRM#NASDAQ">AFRM</a>) up 33%, Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBY#NYSE">BBY</a>) up 15%, Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) up 0.7%, Campbell Soup Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPB#NASDAQ">CPB</a>) down 1.5%, Cooper Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COO#NASDAQ">COO</a>) up over 11%, CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>) up 5%, Dollar General Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DG#NYSE">DG</a>) down 30%, Five Below, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVE#NASDAQ">FIVE</a>) down 1%, HP Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HPQ#NYSE">HPQ</a>) up 4%, Nutanix, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTNX#NASDAQ">NTNX</a>) up 19%, NetApp, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) down 8%, Okta, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKTA#NASDAQ">OKTA</a>) down 16%, Pure Storage, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSTG#NYSE">PSTG</a>) down 15%, Salesforce, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) up 0.5% and Victoria&#8217;s Secret &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSCO#NYSE">VSCO</a>) down 1.3%.</li>
<li>Those reporting after the close include Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>), Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>), Gap, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GAP#NYSE">GAP</a>), Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>), Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRVL#NASDAQ">MRVL</a>), MongoDB, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDB#NASDAQ">MDB</a>) and Ulta Beauty Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>).</li>
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Telsey Advisory Group analyst Dana Telsey maintains Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $300 price target.

Telsey Advisory Group Maintains Outperform on Burlington Stores, Maintains $300 Price Target

Burlington Stores (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/08/g40621410/burlington-stores-inc-reports-second-quarter-2024-earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">second-quarter financial results</a>.
Quarterly revenue grew 13% year-over-year to $2.46 billion, beating the consensus of $2.415 billion. Comparable store sales increased by 5%. Adjusted EPS rose 98% YoY to $1.24, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">beating the consensus of $0.95.</a>
Gross margin was 42.8% vs. 41.7% for the quarter, an increase of 110 basis points. At the end of the quarter, merchandise inventories were $1.223 billion vs. $1.162 billion last year.
Adjusted EBITDA stood at $201.84 million vs. $140.84 million last year, with the margin expanding 171 bps to 8.2%. Adjusted SG&amp;A was 27.1% of net sales vs. 27% a year ago, an increase of 10 bps.
The company ended the quarter with $1.476 billion in liquidity, comprised of $660 million in unrestricted cash and $816 million in availability on its ABL facility. The company held $1.402 billion in outstanding total debt.
During the quarter, BURL repurchased 269,508 shares of its common stock for $61 million under its share repurchase program. BURL had $380 million remaining on its current share repurchase program.
&#8220;We saw very strong margin improvement and earnings growth during the second quarter. Our Adjusted EBIT Margin and Adjusted EPS increased 160 basis points and 98%, respectively. This strong performance was driven by the ahead of plan sales, as well as a significant increase in gross margin, and faster than expected progress in our supply chain efficiency initiatives,&#8221; commented Michael O&#8217;Sullivan, CEO.
&#8220;Based on our year-to-date performance, we are increasing our margin and earnings guidance for the full year, despite some incremental cost pressure from ocean freight. That said, there are some risks, so we are planning our business cautiously, and maintaining our comparable store sales guidance of 0% to 2% growth for the second half. As we did during the second quarter, we will chase if the underlying sales trend is stronger,&#8221; added O&#8217;Sullivan.
Q3 Outlook: Burlington expects YoY sales growth of 10%- 12% and assumes comparable store sales to increase between 0% and 2%. The company sees adjusted EPS of $1.45 &#8211; $1.55 versus the consensus of $1.36.
2024 Outlook, updated: Burlington expects sales growth of 9% &#8211; 10% (prior view 8%-&nbsp;10%), equaling to a sales guidance of $10.6 billion &#8211; $10.7 billion vs $10.6 billion estimate and assumes comparable store sales will increase by 2% to 3%.
The company raised its adjusted EPS guidance to $7.66 &#8211; $7.96 from $7.35 &#8211; $7.75, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">compared to the $7.69 consensus.</a>
Price Action: BURL shares traded higher by 3.04% at $281.18 premarket at the last check Thursday.
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Burlington Stores Defies Expectations With Q2 Performance, But Caution Remains

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Burlington Stores shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q2 earnings and raised FY24 outlook.

For the full Fiscal Year 2024 (the 52-weeks ending February 1, 2025), the Company now expects: 
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Total sales to increase in the range of 9% to 10% on top of the 10% increase for the 52-weeks ended January 27, 2024; this assumes comparable store sales will increase in the range of 2% to 3%, on top of the 4% increase for the 52-weeks ended January 27, 2024;</li>
<li>Capital expenditures, net of landlord allowances, to be approximately $750 million; </li>
<li>To open approximately 100 net new stores; </li>
<li>Depreciation and amortization to be approximately $350 million; </li>
<li>Adjusted EBIT margin to increase in the range of 50 to 70 basis points versus the 52 weeks ended January 27, 2024; this Adjusted EBIT margin increase excludes approximately $9 million of expenses related to the acquired Bed Bath &amp; Beyond leases in Fiscal 2024 versus $18 million incurred in Fiscal 2023;</li>
<li>Net interest expense to be approximately $40 million; </li>
<li>Adjusted Effective Tax Rate to be approximately 26%; and</li>
<li>Adjusted EPS in the range of $7.66 to $7.96, which excludes $0.11, net of tax, of expenses, associated with the acquired Bed Bath &amp; Beyond leases. This assumes a fully diluted share count of approximately 64 million shares.</li>
</ul>

Burlington Stores Raises FY24 Outlook: Adj EPS from $7.35-7.75 to $7.66-$7.96 vs $7.69 Est; Sales Guidance from $10.51B-10.70B to $10.59B-$10.70B vs $10.60B Est

Burlington Stores: Best-In-Class Off-Price Retailer

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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Discount retailers are positioned for strong gains in the U.S. market, as a confluence of economic variables drives consumers to look for affordable options when they purchase. Given this backdrop, it could be wise to load up the shares of Costco Wholesale Corp. (COST), Burlington Stores (BURL), and PriceSmart (PSMT) for substantial returns. Read more… As the inflationary pressures persist, many households are becoming more cautious with their spending, seeking value and affordability. This shift in consumer behavior has positively impacted discount retailers, allowing them to thrive in these uncertain economic times.
In this environment, quality retail stocks like Costco Wholesale Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/COST/">COST</a>), Burlington Stores, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BURL/">BURL</a>), and PriceSmart, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PSMT/">PSMT</a>) are well-positioned for solid gains.
According to EY's Future Consumer Index (FCI), <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_us/newsroom/2024/05/ey-future-consumer-index">49% of consumers</a> are now turning to loyalty programs, private brands, and discounts for both essentials and discretionary items. As value takes priority, discount retailers have become trusted allies, offering competitive prices without sacrificing quality.
In addition, by embracing digital platforms and omnichannel strategies, these retailers expanded their reach and improved the overall shopping experience. Many have also ramped up their private label products, which offer better margins and allow for cost savings, further solidifying their appeal to budget-conscious shoppers.
Moreover, the global discount retail market is on a strong growth trajectory, with projections estimating it to <a href="https://store.beelta.com/blogs/news/exploring-the-global-discount-retail-market-5-35-growth-trend-projected-to-reach-830-billion">reach $830 billion by 2030</a>, growing at a CAGR of 5.35%. This solid outlook underscores the increasing demand for budget-friendly options and the sector's ability to thrive in a shifting economic landscape.
Let's examine the fundamentals of the above-mentioned stocks in detail:
Costco Wholesale Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/COST/">COST</a>)
COST, along with its subsidiaries, engages in the operation of membership warehouses internationally.  The company offers branded and private-label products in various merchandise categories, warehouse ancillary, and other businesses. It operates through three segments: United States Operations; Canadian Operations; and Other International Operations. 
On August 9, the company paid its shareholders a quarterly <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/d/dividend.asp">dividend</a> of $1.16 per share. With 19 years of consecutive dividend growth, COST pays an annual dividend of $4.64, which translates to a yield of 0.51% at the prevailing price levels. Its four-year average dividend yield is 1.65%. The company's dividend payments have grown at a CAGR of 23% over the past three years and a 17.9% CAGR over the past five years.
COST's trailing-12-month ROTC of 17.72% is 158.4% higher than the 6.86% industry average. Similarly, its 10.56% trailing-12-month ROTA is 144.4% higher than the industry average of 4.32%. Also, its trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio of 3.77x compares favorably to the industry average of 0.86x.
For the third quarter of 2024, which ended on May 12, COST's total revenue increased 9.1% year-over-year to $58.52 billion, while its operating income stood at $2.20 billion, up 30.9% year-over-year. Its net income for the quarter amounted to $1.68 billion or $3.78 per share, representing an increase of 29% from the same period last year. Also, the company's net cash flow from operating activities grew 14.1% from the year-ago value to $8.38 billion.
The consensus revenue estimate of $80.02 billion for the fiscal fourth quarter (ended August 2024) represents a 1.4% increase year-over-year. The consensus EPS estimate of $5.07 for the same quarter indicates a 4.4% improvement year-over-year. The company has an impressive earnings surprise history; it surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Over the past year, the stock has surged 64.2%, closing the last trading session at $917.08.
COST's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect this robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, which equates to Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
COST has a B grade for Momentum and Stability. It is ranked #28 out of 37 stocks in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/grocery-big-box-retailers/">Grocery/Big Box Retailers</a> industry. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/COST/">Click here</a> to see the additional ratings for COST (Growth, Value, Sentiment, and Quality).
Burlington Stores, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BURL/">BURL</a>)
BURL operates as a retailer of branded merchandise, providing fashion-focused merchandise that includes ready-to-wear apparel for women, menswear, youth apparel, footwear, accessories, toys, gifts, and beauty products. 
BURL's trailing-12-month gross profit margin and ROTC of 43.08% and 7.24% are 15.8% and 17.4% higher than their respective industry averages of 37.19% and 6.16%. Likewise, its trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio of 1.39x is 40% above the industry average of 0.99x.
BURL's total revenue for the second quarter (ended August 3, 2024) increased 13.4% year-over-year to $2.47 billion. Its adjusted EBITDA grew 43.3% from the prior year's quarter to $201.84 million. The company's adjusted net income stood at $77.49 million, up 99.3% year-over-year, while its adjusted EPS doubled from the year-ago value to $1.20.
The company has updated its fiscal year 2024 outlook, and it now expects its total sales projection to range from 9% to 10% on top of the 10% increase for the 52 weeks ending January 27, 2024. Additionally, it expects adjusted EBIT to increase in the range of 50 bps to 70 bps. This guidance suggests the adjusted EPS to be between $7.66 and $7.96.
Analysts expect BURL's revenue for the third quarter (ending October 2024) to grow 11.6% year-over-year to $2.56 billion, while its EPS for the same period is expected to increase 58% from the prior year to $1.55. Moreover, the company has topped the revenue and EPS estimates in three of the trailing four quarters, which is promising.
BURL shares have surged 98.8% over the past year and 41.8% over the past nine months to close the last trading session at $271.98.
BURL's bright prospects are reflected 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 grade for Growth and Sentiment while a B for Momentum and Quality. Within the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/fashion-luxury/">Fashion &amp; Luxury</a> industry, it is ranked #13 out of 59 stocks. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BURL/">Click here</a> to see BURL's ratings for Value and Stability.
PriceSmart, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PSMT/">PSMT</a>)
PSMT owns and operates U.S.-style membership shopping warehouse clubs internationally. The company provides basic and private-label consumer products under the Member's Selection brand, including groceries, health and beauty aids, electronics, and clothing. It also operates as an e-commerce platform.
The company pays an annual dividend of $1.16 per share, which translates to a yield of 1.28% on the current share price. Its four-year average yield is 1.22%. PSMT's dividend payouts have grown at impressive CAGRs of 18.3% and 10.6% over the past three and five years, respectively.
The stock's trailing-12-month ROTC of 9.97% is 45.4% higher than the industry average of 6.86%. Similarly, its 2.43x trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio is 183.4% above the industry average of 0.86x.
In the fiscal third quarter that ended on May 31, 2024, PSMT's total revenues increased 12.1% year-over-year to $1.23 billion. The company reported an adjusted EBITDA of $71.04 million, indicating an 11.3% growth from the prior year quarter. PSMT's net income came in at $32.49 million, up 9.9% year-over-year, while its adjusted net income per share grew 3.8% from the year-ago value to $1.08.
Street expects PSMT's revenue for the fiscal fourth quarter (ended August 2024) to increase 8.9% year-over-year to $1.22 billion. Moreover, its EPS estimate of $1.02 for the same period indicates a 107.1% improvement year-over-year. In addition, it surpassed the revenue estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is promising.
Shares of PSMT have gained 19.4% over the past year to close the last trading session at $89.
PSMT's strong fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of A, which translates to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Growth and a B for Value, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment. Out of 37 stocks in the Grocery/Big Box Retailers industry, PSMT is ranked #9. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PSMT/">Click here</a> to see PSMT's rating for Quality.
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COST shares were unchanged in premarket trading Tuesday. Year-to-date, COST has gained 39.56%, versus a 20.61% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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