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Lululemon Athletica designs, distributes, and markets athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and girls. Lululemon offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for both leisure and athletic activities such as yoga and running. The company also sells fitness accessories, such as bags, yoga mats, and equipment. Lululemon sells its products through more than 700 company-owned stores in about 20 countries, e-commerce, outlets, and wholesale accounts. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.

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Across the recent three months, 17 analysts have shared their insights on Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $333.0, a high estimate of $382.00, and a low estimate of $260.00. This current average represents a 7.38% decrease from the previous average price target of $359.53. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732280460_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Lululemon Athletica is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Mark Altschwager</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Civello</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexandra Steiger</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$314.00</td>
<td>$326.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ashley Owens</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$415.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adrienne Yih</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$261.00</td>
<td>$263.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anna Andreeva</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Kernan</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$382.00</td>
<td>$375.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rick Patel</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexandra Steiger</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$326.00</td>
<td>$329.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lorraine Hutchinson</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$355.00</td>
<td>$440.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Civello</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tom Nikic</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$324.00</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Kernan</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$375.00</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rick Patel</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>$470.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Binetti</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexandra Steiger</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$329.00</td>
<td>$404.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Lululemon Athletica. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Lululemon Athletica compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Lululemon Athletica's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Lululemon Athletica'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/LULU/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Lululemon Athletica analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Lululemon Athletica's Background</h2>
Lululemon Athletica designs, distributes, and markets athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and girls. Lululemon offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for both leisure and athletic activities such as yoga and running. The company also sells fitness accessories, such as bags, yoga mats, and equipment. Lululemon sells its products through more than 700 company-owned stores in about 20 countries, e-commerce, outlets, and wholesale accounts. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Lululemon Athletica showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 7.33% as of 31 July, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Lululemon Athletica's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 16.57%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 9.52%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Lululemon Athletica's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 5.79%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Lululemon Athletica's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.36, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Needham analyst Tom Nikic initiates coverage on Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) with a Hold rating.

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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in LULU usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 8 extraordinary options activities for Lululemon Athletica. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 50% leaning bullish and 12% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $58,060, and 6 are calls, amounting to $376,940.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $290.0 to $325.0 for Lululemon Athletica over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Lululemon Athletica's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Lululemon Athletica's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $290.0 to $325.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732033147_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$32.85</td>
<td>$32.35</td>
<td>$32.85</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$95.2K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">110</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$33.2</td>
<td>$31.0</td>
<td>$31.6</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$94.8K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">22</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$32.45</td>
<td>$32.45</td>
<td>$32.45</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$81.1K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">78</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$4.05</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$302.50</td>
<td>$40.8K</td>
<td>251</td>
<td align="right">138</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$24.7</td>
<td>$24.35</td>
<td>$24.7</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$37.0K</td>
<td>792</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Lululemon Athletica</h3>
Lululemon Athletica designs, distributes, and markets athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and girls. Lululemon offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for both leisure and athletic activities such as yoga and running. The company also sells fitness accessories, such as bags, yoga mats, and equipment. Lululemon sells its products through more than 700 company-owned stores in about 20 countries, e-commerce, outlets, and wholesale accounts. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Lululemon Athletica, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 525,621, with LULU's price down by -1.25%, positioned at $305.66.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 16 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Lululemon Athletica</h3>
In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $370.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Baird persists with their Outperform rating on Lululemon Athletica, maintaining a target price of $380. 
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Lululemon Athletica's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NYSE">LULU</a>) short percent of float has risen 4.03% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 5.87 million shares sold short, which is 5.94% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.16 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Lululemon Athletica Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731609912_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Lululemon Athletica has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Lululemon Athletica's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Lululemon Athletica's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 10.04%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Meme cryptocurrency Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>) is soaring in price and valuation, up more than 80% in the past week and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41876486/dogecoin-explodes-for-86-weekly-gain-what-is-going-on">setting new 52-week highs.</a>
With the latest push in valuation, Dogecoin passed the valuation of some well-known global companies.
What Happened: Dogecoin was created in 2013 by Jackson Palmer and Billy Markus, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/23/11/36030223/if-you-invested-1-000-in-dogecoin-when-the-meme-coin-launched-heres-how-much-youd-have-now">meant as a joke</a> and as a satirical coin to mock Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>).
While <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/dogecoin-doge-price-prediction">Dogecoin </a>trails Bitcoin in value at $47.7 billion to $1.72 trillion based on current market capitalizations, the accomplishments of increasing that much in value are no laughing matter.
With its current market capitalization of $47.7 billion at the time of writing, Dogecoin would rank as the 428th largest company in the world, according to<a href="https://companiesmarketcap.com/page/5/"> companiesmarketcap.com.</a>
Here is a look at some well-known companies that are worth less than Dogecoin is Monday:
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<li>Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>): $47.6 billion</li>
<li>Volkwagen (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VWAGY#OTC">VWAGY</a>): $46.3 billion</li>
<li>Nasdaq (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>): $45.7 billion</li>
<li>Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KDP#NASDAQ">KDP</a>): $44.9 billion</li>
<li>Ford Motor Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>): $44.7 billion</li>
<li>Heineken (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HEINY#OTC">HEINY</a>): $44.1 billion</li>
<li>Kroger (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KR#NYSE">KR</a>): $43.2 billion</li>
<li>Adidas (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADDYY#OTC">ADDYY</a>): $42.5 billion</li>
<li>Honda Motor Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HMC#NYSE">HMC</a>): $42.5 billion</li>
<li>Delta Air Lines (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>): $40.9 billion</li>
<li>Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KHC#NASDAQ">KHC</a>): $39.4 billion</li>
<li>Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>): $39.1 billion</li>
<li>Yum! Brands (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUM#NYSE">YUM</a>): $38.2 billion</li>
<li>7-Eleven: $37.3 billion</li>
<li>Roblox Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBLX#NYSE">RBLX</a>): $35.7 billion</li>
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There you have it, 15 companies you've likely heard of now worth less than Dogecoin. Years ago, it was likely unimaginable that the joke cryptocurrency would become larger than companies like Ford and Adidas, but here we are.
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What's Next: The cryptocurrency sector has been enjoying a surge in valuation and interest since the 2024 election with Dogecoin far from the only cryptocurrency trading higher.
Bitcoin hit several new all-time highs on Monday and is currently trading over $87,000.
Dogecoin hit a one-year high of $0.3278 on Monday and currently trades at $0.3251. While the cryptocurrency is up over 100% in the last seven days, Dogecoin trades below its all-time high which was previously set back in May 2021.
Dogecoin's current all-time high stands at $0.7376, a level reached on the same day Elon Musk appeared on an episode of "Saturday Night Live" and gave the meme crypto several shout-outs.
Musk's call to be in charge of the Department of Government Efficiency, or D.O.G.E. under President-elect Donald Trump has increased attention on Dogecoin.
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in LULU usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 45 extraordinary options activities for Lululemon Athletica. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 40% leaning bullish and 31% bearish. Among these notable options, 9 are puts, totaling $477,603, and 36 are calls, amounting to $5,376,516.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $125.0 to $340.0 for Lululemon Athletica during the past quarter. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Lululemon Athletica's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Lululemon Athletica's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $125.0 to $340.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731357031_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$148.25</td>
<td>$145.15</td>
<td>$148.25</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$593.2K</td>
<td align="right">12</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$183.4</td>
<td>$180.25</td>
<td>$183.4</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$550.3K</td>
<td align="right">14</td>
<td align="right">30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$136.75</td>
<td>$134.45</td>
<td>$136.75</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$547.0K</td>
<td align="right">14</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$100.0</td>
<td>$99.95</td>
<td>$100.0</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$400.3K</td>
<td align="right">21</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$161.4</td>
<td>$157.2</td>
<td>$161.4</td>
<td>$165.00</td>
<td>$322.8K</td>
<td align="right">11</td>
<td align="right">15</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Lululemon Athletica</h3>
Lululemon Athletica designs, distributes, and markets athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and girls. Lululemon offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for both leisure and athletic activities such as yoga and running. The company also sells fitness accessories, such as bags, yoga mats, and equipment. Lululemon sells its products through more than 700 company-owned stores in about 20 countries, e-commerce, outlets, and wholesale accounts. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Lululemon Athletica, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Lululemon Athletica</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,527,943, with LULU's price up by 3.09%, positioned at $318.07.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 24 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Lululemon Athletica</h3>
2 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $370.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Truist Securities has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Lululemon Athletica, which currently sits at a price target of $360. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Baird continues to hold a Outperform rating for Lululemon Athletica, targeting a price of $380. 
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Lululemon Athletica's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Lululemon Athletica.
Looking at options history for Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) we detected 13 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 23% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 69% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 10 are puts, for a total amount of $480,245 and 3, calls, for a total amount of $273,960.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $270.0 to $360.0 for Lululemon Athletica during the past quarter. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Lululemon Athletica stands at 827.88, with a total volume reaching 1,425.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Lululemon Athletica, situated within the strike price corridor from $270.0 to $360.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731090759_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$44.5</td>
<td>$42.0</td>
<td>$44.5</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$222.5K</td>
<td>587</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/29/24</td>
<td>$21.5</td>
<td>$20.6</td>
<td>$21.5</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$126.8K</td>
<td>64</td>
<td align="right">60</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$18.65</td>
<td>$18.5</td>
<td>$18.5</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$55.5K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td align="right">296</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$5.35</td>
<td>$4.85</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$49.4K</td>
<td>785</td>
<td align="right">108</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$18.7</td>
<td>$17.55</td>
<td>$18.7</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$43.0K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td align="right">83</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Lululemon Athletica</h3>
Lululemon Athletica designs, distributes, and markets athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and girls. Lululemon offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for both leisure and athletic activities such as yoga and running. The company also sells fitness accessories, such as bags, yoga mats, and equipment. Lululemon sells its products through more than 700 company-owned stores in about 20 countries, e-commerce, outlets, and wholesale accounts. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Lululemon Athletica, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Current Position of Lululemon Athletica</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 249,671, with LULU's price up by 1.61%, positioned at $318.19.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 27 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Lululemon Athletica</h3>
In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $370.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Truist Securities keeps a Buy rating on Lululemon Athletica with a target price of $360. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Baird persists with their Outperform rating on Lululemon Athletica, maintaining a target price of $380. 
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Unpacking the Latest Options Trading Trends in Lululemon Athletica

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in LULU usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 13 extraordinary options activities for Lululemon Athletica. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 61% leaning bullish and 30% bearish. Among these notable options, 7 are puts, totaling $364,999, and 6 are calls, amounting to $278,718.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $130.0 to $360.0 for Lululemon Athletica over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Lululemon Athletica's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Lululemon Athletica's significant trades, within a strike price range of $130.0 to $360.0, over the past month.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730992544_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$36.4</td>
<td>$35.05</td>
<td>$35.05</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$140.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">40</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">114</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$194.15</td>
<td>$190.0</td>
<td>$194.15</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$77.6K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">16</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/08/24</td>
<td>$2.64</td>
<td>$2.63</td>
<td>$2.64</td>
<td>$322.50</td>
<td>$53.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">175</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$35.45</td>
<td>$35.1</td>
<td>$35.45</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$53.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">40</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$157.5</td>
<td>$157.35</td>
<td>$157.5</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$47.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Lululemon Athletica</h3>
Lululemon Athletica designs, distributes, and markets athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and girls. Lululemon offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for both leisure and athletic activities such as yoga and running. The company also sells fitness accessories, such as bags, yoga mats, and equipment. Lululemon sells its products through more than 700 company-owned stores in about 20 countries, e-commerce, outlets, and wholesale accounts. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
In light of the recent options history for Lululemon Athletica, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Where Is Lululemon Athletica Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 249,671, with LULU's price up by 1.61%, positioned at $318.19.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 28 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Lululemon Athletica</h3>
A total of 2 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $370.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Truist Securities keeps a Buy rating on Lululemon Athletica with a target price of $360. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Baird continues to hold a Outperform rating for Lululemon Athletica, targeting a price of $380. 
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Market Whales and Their Recent Bets on LULU Options

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
<ul>
<li>Needham cut Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APLS#NASDAQ">APLS</a>) price target from $85 to $60. Needham analyst Joseph Stringer maintained a Buy rating. Apellis Pharmaceuticals shares closed at $28.08 on Tuesday. See how other analysts view this stock.</li>
<li>Deutsche Bank raised the price target for Emerson Electric Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EMR#NYSE">EMR</a>) from $136 to $140. Deutsche Bank analyst Nicole Deblase maintained a Buy rating. Emerson Electric shares closed at $117.67 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EMR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>HC Wainwright &amp; Co raised the price target for Arcellx, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACLX#NASDAQ">ACLX</a>) from $80 to $95. HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Emily Bodnar maintained a Buy rating. Arcellx shares closed at $87.12 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley slashed NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXPI#NASDAQ">NXPI</a>) price target from $250 to $235. Morgan Stanley analyst Joseph Moore maintained an Equal-Weight rating. NXP Semiconductors shares settled at $224.65 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NXPI/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Stifel raised Freshpet, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) price target from $155 to $165. Stifel analyst Mark Astrachan maintained a Buy rating. Freshpet shares closed at $151.59 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FRPT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Baird increased Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHH#NYSE">CHH</a>) price target from $138 to $145. Baird analyst Michael Bellisario maintained an Outperform rating. Choice Hotels shares closed at $139.46 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHH/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Baird raised the price target for Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) from $350 to $380. Baird analyst Mark Altschwager maintained an Outperform rating. Lululemon shares settled at $319.23 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LULU/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley raised Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BR#NYSE">BR</a>) price target from $200 to $207. Morgan Stanley analyst James Faucette maintained an Equal-Weight rating. Broadridge Financial shares closed at $218.30 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Baird boosted the price target for Cummins Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMI#NASDAQ">CMI</a>) from $330 to $372. Baird analyst David Leiker maintained a Neutral rating. Cummins shares closed at $354.46 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley cut Lionsgate Studios Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LION#NASDAQ">LION</a>) price target from $133 to $173. Truist Securities analyst Jamie Cook upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy. Lionsgate Studios shares closed at $6.76 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Lululemon To Rally Around 19%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Wednesday

Baird analyst Mark Altschwager maintains Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $350 to $380.

Baird Maintains Outperform on Lululemon Athletica, Raises Price Target to $380

In the preceding three months, 21 analysts have released ratings for Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">9</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</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>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</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>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">8</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Lululemon Athletica and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $322.43, accompanied by a high estimate of $382.00 and a low estimate of $250.00. This current average has decreased by 10.6% from the previous average price target of $360.65. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730829661_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The standing of Lululemon Athletica among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Civello</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexandra Steiger</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$314.00</td>
<td>$326.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ashley Owens</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$415.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adrienne Yih</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$261.00</td>
<td>$263.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anna Andreeva</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Kernan</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$382.00</td>
<td>$375.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rick Patel</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexandra Steiger</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$326.00</td>
<td>$329.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lorraine Hutchinson</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$355.00</td>
<td>$440.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Civello</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tom Nikic</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$324.00</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Kernan</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$375.00</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rick Patel</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>$470.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Binetti</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexandra Steiger</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$329.00</td>
<td>$404.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$285.00</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anna Andreeva</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Lejuez</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Duffy</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$370.00</td>
<td>$416.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jay Sole</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$315.00</td>
<td>$385.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Lululemon Athletica. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Lululemon Athletica compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Lululemon Athletica's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Lululemon Athletica's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LULU/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Lululemon Athletica analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Lululemon Athletica</h2>
Lululemon Athletica designs, distributes, and markets athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and girls. Lululemon offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for both leisure and athletic activities such as yoga and running. The company also sells fitness accessories, such as bags, yoga mats, and equipment. Lululemon sells its products through more than 700 company-owned stores in about 20 countries, e-commerce, outlets, and wholesale accounts. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Lululemon Athletica's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.
Revenue Growth: Lululemon Athletica'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 7.33%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Lululemon Athletica's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 16.57% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 9.52%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Lululemon Athletica's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 5.79%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.36.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Unveiling 21 Analyst Insights On Lululemon Athletica

Truist Securities analyst Joseph Civello maintains Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $310 to $360.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Lululemon Athletica, Raises Price Target to $360

BofA Securities analyst Lorraine Hutchinson reiterated a Buy rating at Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LULU/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">with a price target of $355</a>.
The analyst says that the data shows that LULU&#8217;s sales in China have picked up momentum in the third quarter to date, following a slowdown in the second quarter.
Notably, Meritco&#8217;s data shows that Lululemon&#8217;s China sales increased by 48% in August and 67% in September, with a 98.4% correlation to reported sales. This marks a significant rebound from the second quarter.
Although monthly sales can be volatile, the analyst maintained the estimate of 60% growth for the quarter, adding 300 basis points to total sales growth compared to the second quarter.
The analyst writes that they have long regarded China as a significant growth opportunity, and this positive trend reinforces their confidence in LULU&#8217;s diverse growth avenues.
While still a small portion of total revenues, China plays a crucial role in Lululemon&#8217;s growth. Sales increased by 33% (+40% ccy) in FY22, 67% (+75% ccy) in FY23, and 39% year-to-date, with China accounting for 13% of total revenues, adds the analyst.
The analyst writes that Lululemon&#8217;s long-term plan aims for a fourfold increase in international revenue by 2026, with China as a key component of this growth trajectory.
Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41213666/lululemon-set-for-strong-global-growth-despite-mixed-us-trends-analysts-eye-china-a" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lululemon Set For Strong Global Growth Despite Mixed US Trends: Analysts Eye China As Key Driver For 2024-2026 Expansion</a>
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Pacer US Cash Cows Growth ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BUL#NYSE">BUL</a>) and&nbsp;Invesco S&amp;P 500 Equal Weight Consumer Discretionary ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSPD#NYSE">RSPD</a>).
Price Action: LULU shares are down 0.68% at $319.00 at the last check Monday.
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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$197.0K</td>
<td>29.0K</td>
<td>4.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MAR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$70.0K</td>
<td>7</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XPEV</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/01/24</td>
<td>$13.00</td>
<td>$28.2K</td>
<td>155</td>
<td>402</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PDD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$26.5K</td>
<td>15.6K</td>
<td>331</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CZR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$49.3K</td>
<td>8.0K</td>
<td>305</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$36.9K</td>
<td>809</td>
<td>264</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$516.0K</td>
<td>434</td>
<td>258</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>W</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$57.2K</td>
<td>242</td>
<td>220</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SBUX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$57.6K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>102</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LEN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$61.4K</td>
<td>181</td>
<td>64</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For BABA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 77 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 1000 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $197.0K, with a price of $197.0 per contract. There were 29019 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4648 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MAR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAR#NASDAQ">MAR</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 14 day(s) on November 15, 2024. Parties traded 350 contract(s) at a $245.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $70.0K, with a price of $200.0 per contract. There were 7 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1003 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For XPEV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, is expiring today. Parties traded 196 contract(s) at a $13.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.2K, with a price of $144.0 per contract. There were 155 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 402 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PDD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>), we observe a put option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 14 day(s) on November 15, 2024. Parties traded 58 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.5K, with a price of $457.0 per contract. There were 15667 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 331 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CZR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CZR#NASDAQ">CZR</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 77 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 79 contract(s) at a $35.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $49.3K, with a price of $625.0 per contract. There were 8095 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 305 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding LULU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 77 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 15 contract(s) at a $330.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.9K, with a price of $2469.0 per contract. There were 809 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 264 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CMG (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 441 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 258 contract(s) at a $78.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 29 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $516.0K, with a price of $2000.0 per contract. There were 434 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 258 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding W (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/W#NYSE">W</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 112 day(s) on February 21, 2025. Parties traded 97 contract(s) at a $40.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $57.2K, with a price of $590.0 per contract. There were 242 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 220 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SBUX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 441 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 63 contract(s) at a $110.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $57.6K, with a price of $915.0 per contract. There were 1155 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 102 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LEN (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEN#NYSE">LEN</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 77 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 20 contract(s) at a $200.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $61.4K, with a price of $3070.0 per contract. There were 181 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 64 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Lululemon Athletica. Our analysis of options history for Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) revealed 8 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 50% of traders were bullish, while 25% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $107,600, and 5 were calls, valued at $230,779.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $240.0 to $320.0 for Lululemon Athletica during the past quarter. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Lululemon Athletica's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Lululemon Athletica's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $240.0 to $320.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730319423_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$71.25</td>
<td>$67.45</td>
<td>$69.19</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$69.1K</td>
<td>203</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$87.7</td>
<td>$86.15</td>
<td>$86.87</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$60.8K</td>
<td>98</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$16.1</td>
<td>$15.85</td>
<td>$15.95</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$47.8K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">43</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$29.3</td>
<td>$29.1</td>
<td>$29.3</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$35.1K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">16</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$56.0</td>
<td>$53.7</td>
<td>$56.0</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$33.6K</td>
<td>398</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Lululemon Athletica</h3>
Lululemon Athletica designs, distributes, and markets athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and girls. Lululemon offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for both leisure and athletic activities such as yoga and running. The company also sells fitness accessories, such as bags, yoga mats, and equipment. Lululemon sells its products through more than 700 company-owned stores in about 20 countries, e-commerce, outlets, and wholesale accounts. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Lululemon Athletica, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Where Is Lululemon Athletica Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,509,252, the price of LULU is down by -0.32%, reaching $303.85.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 36 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Lululemon Athletica</h3>
In the last month, 1 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $314.0.
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Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 10.87% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 22.19%. Currently, Lululemon Athletica has a market capitalization of $37.96 billion. 
Buying $100 In LULU: If an investor had bought $100 of LULU stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $750.80 today based on a price of $309.18 for LULU at the time of writing.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729875617_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.
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If You Invested $100 In This Stock 10 Years Ago, You Would Have $800 Today

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Lululemon Athletica.
Looking at options history for Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) we detected 25 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 36% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 48% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 9 are puts, for a total amount of $932,722 and 16, calls, for a total amount of $822,020.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $135.0 to $320.0 for Lululemon Athletica during the past quarter. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Lululemon Athletica stands at 433.8, with a total volume reaching 1,923.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Lululemon Athletica, situated within the strike price corridor from $135.0 to $320.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729795535_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$43.1</td>
<td>$43.05</td>
<td>$43.05</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$275.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">64</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">122</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$43.1</td>
<td>$42.25</td>
<td>$43.1</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$193.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">64</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">58</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/29/24</td>
<td>$21.6</td>
<td>$20.75</td>
<td>$20.8</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$135.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">130</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/29/24</td>
<td>$20.8</td>
<td>$19.95</td>
<td>$20.8</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
<td>$135.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">65</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$172.65</td>
<td>$169.1</td>
<td>$169.15</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$101.5K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Lululemon Athletica</h3>
Lululemon Athletica designs, distributes, and markets athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and girls. Lululemon offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for both leisure and athletic activities such as yoga and running. The company also sells fitness accessories, such as bags, yoga mats, and equipment. Lululemon sells its products through more than 700 company-owned stores in about 20 countries, e-commerce, outlets, and wholesale accounts. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
<h3>Where Is Lululemon Athletica Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 629,653, the LULU's price is up by 0.77%, now at $295.4. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 42 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Lululemon Athletica</h3>
1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $314.0.
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Decoding Lululemon Athletica's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Lululemon Athletica. Our analysis of options history for Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) revealed 22 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 40% of traders were bullish, while 45% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 5 were puts, with a value of $183,240, and 17 were calls, valued at $1,004,971.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $155.0 to $370.0 for Lululemon Athletica over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Lululemon Athletica options trades today is 458.5 with a total volume of 792.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Lululemon Athletica's big money trades within a strike price range of $155.0 to $370.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729522865_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$145.3</td>
<td>$146.0</td>
<td>$146.0</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$291.9K</td>
<td>21</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$28.55</td>
<td>$27.85</td>
<td>$28.21</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>$163.3K</td>
<td>814</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">83</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$132.6</td>
<td>$128.0</td>
<td>$132.6</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$52.9K</td>
<td>11</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$22.0</td>
<td>$21.7</td>
<td>$21.7</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$52.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">141</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LULU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$26.25</td>
<td>$25.25</td>
<td>$25.25</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$50.5K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">32</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Lululemon Athletica</h3>
Lululemon Athletica designs, distributes, and markets athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and girls. Lululemon offers pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for both leisure and athletic activities such as yoga and running. The company also sells fitness accessories, such as bags, yoga mats, and equipment. Lululemon sells its products through more than 700 company-owned stores in about 20 countries, e-commerce, outlets, and wholesale accounts. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.
<h3>Current Position of Lululemon Athletica</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 656,245, the price of LULU is up by 1.8%, reaching $296.88.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 45 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Lululemon Athletica</h3>
Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $314.0.
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The most critical earnings set for investors to look over and digest this season have just come out, and those are the results of the financial sector, particularly from banking stocks. However, investors need to understand that there are two types of banks to watch over this season: commercial banks and investment banks. The former covers the business cycle, while the latter covers the consumer cycle.
Investors would be surprised to learn that shares of Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/c#NYSE">C</a>) are down by over 5% the day after the bank reported its latest quarterly earnings results. The reason for the stock&#39;s decline, however, has little to do with Citigroup&#39;s actual revenues and fees and more with an industry metric and regulatory speculations.
This doesn&#39;t clear Citigroup out of trouble; otherwise, bullish traders and investors would have come running to the stock once the discount became apparent enough for everyone to close the gap and bring it back to its reasonably perceived price before the selloff took place. Investors can see the bearish momentum building up further in two simple metrics for Citigroup stock as a potential warning for the rest of the industry.
<h2>Citigroup Becomes the Latest Victim of a Worsening Consumer Sector</h2>
Credit losses and delinquency rates are on the rise. This trend has been accelerating since a couple of quarters ago, showing investors why consumer discretionary stocks like Nike Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nke#NYSE">NKE</a>) and Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/lulu#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) both trade significantly below their 52-week high prices.
For Citigroup, this trend came in the form of a $2.7 billion credit loss, which management directly quotes as being accredited to credit losses in their card business. This is not a Citigroup-specific issue but rather an industry-wide issue, considering that peers like Bank of America Co. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bac#NYSE">BAC</a>) have also reported similar deteriorations in their credit card business.
Even corporate banks like Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/gs#NYSE">GS</a>) have decided to stay out of the consumer segment by ditching their consumer products initiative, particularly with Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aapl#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) and their credit card collaborations. Going back to Citigroup, investors can notice the rise in 90-day delinquencies for their cards.
Now at 1.5%, compared to the 1.3% from 12 years ago, 90-day delinquencies show concern for the rest of the banks and stocks involved with the health of the U.S. consumer. This is not enough to send the stock lower by 5%, however, but the following factor is.
<h2>Citigroup Stock Selloff: Regulatory Speculation and Faltering Profits Behind the Decline</h2>
Citigroup&#39;s CEO, Jane Fraser, had to defend herself against accusations and speculations from analysts during the earnings call, all centered on the thought that Citigroup might suffer from what&#39;s known as an &quot;asset cap.&quot; Recently, another bank was deemed guilty enough of wrongdoing to have an asset cap placed on it.
Shares of Toronto-Dominion Bank (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/td#NYSE">TD</a>) are down over 13.5% from their 52-week high after the bank was accused of money laundering. While that has nothing to do with Citigroup, analysts are rightfully concerned about the possibility of these issues spilling over to other bank names.
These fears were sparked by the falling profitability at Citigroup, specifically with one of the industry&#39;s most important metrics. The bank&#39;s return on tangible common equity (ROTCE) fell to a low of 7%, which alarmed investors, considering most peers delivered a near-double rate of return.
Bank of America, for example, reported a much higher ROTCE of 12.8% on the same day. This creates concerns about Citigroup&#39;s management&#39;s ability to effectively invest the bank&#39;s capital to deliver industry-attractive rates of return, severely compressing Citigroup&#39;s future potential earnings per share (EPS).
A 7% decline in Citigroup&#39;s EPS attracted further bearish sentiment and momentum for the stock. Starting with short sellers, the bank&#39;s short interest has been on the rise over the past quarter, from $1.5 billion to over $2.2 billion this quarter.
Broader markets agree with Citigroup stock&#39;s further potential downside, as investors can gauge through current valuation multiples compared to the rest of the finance sector. Specifically, investors can look at Citigroup&#39;s 18.5x price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio as a major discount to the finance sector&#39;s average valuation of 49.5x today.
Markets typically discount a stock when they expect lower growth or lower prices ahead, which makes sense after Citigroup&#39;s fall behind its peers in some of the important profitability metrics and price action.
The article &quot;<a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/originals/citigroup-faces-growing-troubles-could-the-industry-be-at-risk/">Citigroup Faces Growing Troubles: Could the Industry Be at Risk?</a>&quot; first appeared on MarketBeat.

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Lululemon Athletica (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 11.43% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 23.33%. Currently, Lululemon Athletica has a market capitalization of $36.13 billion. 
Buying $1000 In LULU: If an investor had bought $1000 of LULU stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $22,882.57 today based on a price of $294.27 for LULU at the time of writing.
<h3>Lululemon Athletica's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729173676_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.

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The specialty retail market offers strong investment potential this holiday season, driven by innovative strategies, increased consumer spending, and growing demand for personalized and luxury products across diverse sectors. Therefore, investors may consider fundamentally strong specialty retail stocks: Lululemon Athletica (LULU), Best Buy Co. (BBY), and Ulta Beauty (ULTA). Keep reading... Specialty retail serves a diverse array of consumer preferences, supported by both online and offline sales channels that expand market reach. Companies are implementing innovative strategies, such as new product launches and exclusive promotions, to attract consumers during peak seasons.
Given these dynamics, investing in fundamentally strong specialty retail stocks like Lululemon Athletica Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LULU/">LULU</a>), Best Buy Co., Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BBY/">BBY</a>), and Ulta Beauty, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ULTA/">ULTA</a>) could be a smart move, as they are poised for strong holiday sales.
As the holiday season approaches, retailers are intensifying their marketing and promotional efforts, driving sales in key sectors like clothing (including luxury items), electronics, and festive products. Meanwhile, improved economic stability and accessible financing options are empowering consumers to make purchases, further boosting demand in the retail sector and creating significant growth opportunities.
The specialty products market is set to grow at a <a href="https://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/report/specialty-products-global-market-report#:~:text=Specialty%20Products%20Market%20Size%202024,(CAGR)%20of%209.4%25.">9.4% CAGR</a>, reaching $6.33 billion this year, driven by the rise of e-commerce and increasing consumer spending. This growth underscores evolving consumer preferences for boutique and niche brands, as well as a demand for innovative packaging, customization, and personalization across sectors like lifestyle, beauty, and electronics.
Furthermore, the luxury and fashion markets are poised for growth this holiday season, as high-end consumers show increased optimism, with <a href="https://www.fashiondive.com/news/saks-luxury-pulse-shoppers-optimistic-holiday-2024/732815/">82%</a> planning to spend the same or more than last year. Early shopping, the rise of e-commerce, and luxury gift-giving will drive demand. The luxury goods market is projected to generate $473.90 billion in revenue this year, growing at a steady <a href="https://www.statista.com/outlook/cmo/luxury-goods/worldwide">CAGR of 4%</a>.
Considering these conducive trends, let's analyze the fundamental aspects of the three specialty retail picks.
Lululemon Athletica Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LULU/">LULU</a>)
Based in Vancouver, Canada, LULU and its subsidiaries design, distribute, and retail athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories under the Lululemon brand for women and men. They offer pants, shorts, tops, and jackets for a healthy lifestyle, including yoga, running, training, and other activities. They also provide fitness-inspired accessories.
In terms of the trailing-12-month gross profit margin, LULU's 58.54% is 55.2% higher than the 37.71% industry average. Its 43.16% trailing-12-month <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/r/returnonequity.asp">Return on Common Equity</a> is 307.2% higher than the 10.60% industry average. Likewise, the stock's 24.21% trailing-12-month Return on Total Assets is 521.3% higher than the 3.90% industry average.
LULU's net revenue for the second quarter that ended July 28, 2024, increased 7.3% year-over-year to $2.37 billion. Its gross profit grew 8.8% year-over-year to $1.41 billion. Moreover, its net income was reported at $392.92 million and $3.15 per share, up 15% and 17.5% year-over-year, respectively.
Street expects LULU's EPS and revenue for the quarter ended October 31, 2024, to increase 7.7% and 6.9% year-over-year to $2.72 and $2.36 billion, respectively. It surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. Over the past three months, LULU's stock has gained 19.9% to close the last trading session at $309.53.
LULU's solid prospects are reflected in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The POWR Ratings assess stocks by 118 different factors, each with its own weighting.
It has an A grade for Quality and a B for Growth and Sentiment. It is ranked #24 out of 61 stocks in the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/fashion-luxury/">Fashion &amp; Luxury</a> industry. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LULU/">Click here</a> to see LULU's Value, Momentum, and Stability ratings.
Best Buy Co., Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BBY/">BBY</a>)
BBY engages in the retail of technology products internationally. Its stores offer computing and mobile phone products, including related mobile network carrier commissions, networking products, tablets, smartwatches, and consumer electronics such as digital imaging, health and fitness products, and portable audio devices.
In terms of the trailing-12-month Return on Common Equity, BBY's 42.41% is 296.9% higher than the 10.68% industry average. Its 2.75x trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio is 175.5% higher than the 1x industry average. Also, the stock's 8.06% trailing-12-month Return on Total Assets is 107.2% higher than the 3.89% industry average.
For the fiscal second quarter ended August 3, 2024, BBY's revenue amounted to $9.29 billion, and its gross profit reached $2.19 billion. The company's operating income rose 10.1% year-over-year to $383 million. Similarly, BBY's net income and EPS were $291 million and $1.34, up 6.2% and 7.2% compared to the prior-year quarter, respectively.
For the quarter ended October 31, 2024, BBY's EPS is expected to increase marginally year-over-year to $1.30. Its revenue for the quarter ending April 30, 2025, is expected to rise 2.1% year-over-year to $9.03 billion. It surpassed the Street EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. Over the past year, the stock has gained 30.5% to close the last trading session at $89.
BBY's positive outlook is reflected in its POWR Ratings. It has a B grade for Quality. It is ranked #15 out of 39 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/specialty-retailers/">Specialty Retailers</a> industry. Beyond what we stated above, we also have given BBY grades for Growth, Value, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment. Get all the BBY ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BBY/">here</a>.
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ULTA/">ULTA</a>)
ULTA operates as a specialty beauty retailer in the United States. The company offers branded and private-label beauty products, including cosmetics, fragrances, haircare, skincare, bath and body products, professional hair products, and salon styling tools through its Ulta Beauty stores, shop-in-shops, the Ulta.com website, and its mobile applications.
On September 25, 2024, ULTA announced a partnership with Universal Pictures for a multi-branded beauty collection inspired by the film Wicked. The collection, available from October 6, 2024, includes exclusive products from brands like r.e.m. beauty by Ariana Grande and OPI, and will feature immersive experiences in select stores.
In terms of the trailing-12-month Return on Common Equity, ULTA's 54.98% is 414.6% higher than the 10.68% industry average. Its 42.52% trailing-12-month gross profit margin is 13% higher than the 37.62% industry average. Likewise, the stock's 2.06x trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio is 106.5% higher than the 1x industry average.
During the second quarter that ended August 3, 2024, ULTA's net sales increased marginally year-over-year to $2.55 billion, with a gross profit of $978.18 million. For the same quarter, its net income was $252.56 million, or $5.30 per share. Additionally, as of August 3, 2024, ULTA's total assets stood at $5.74 billion, compared to $5.25 billion as of July 29, 2023.
Analysts expect ULTA's revenue for the quarter ended October 31, 2024, to increase marginally year-over-year to $2.49 billion. It surpassed the Street EPS estimates in three of the trailing four quarters. Over the past month, the stock has declined 5.9% to close the last trading session at $347.33.
ULTA's strong fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. It has a B grade for Quality. Within the Specialty Retailers industry, it is ranked #29. To see ULTA's Growth, Value, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment ratings, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ULTA/">click here</a>.
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LULULEMON 72 HOUR DEADLINE ALERT: Former Louisiana Attorney General and Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Remind Investors With Losses in Excess of $100,000 of Deadline in Class Action Lawsuit Against Lululemon Athletica Inc. - LULU

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Lululemon Athletica Inc. Sued for Securities Law Violations - Investors Should Contact The Gross Law Firm Before October 7, 2024 to Discuss Your Rights - LULU

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