Vipshop Holdings Q4 EPS Strength Tests Cautious Growth Narratives

UBS upgraded Vipshop Holdings (NYSE:VIPS) to Buy from Neutral on May 23, 2026, setting a $18.50 price target versus $20. UBS said near-term growth faces pressure from muted consumption and intense e-commerce competition, but cited attractive earnings quality and shareholder returns. Vipshop reported Q1 EPS of $3.25 and revenue of $3.85B; it expects Q2 net revenue of RMB24.5B–25.8B.

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