$VFC

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S&P Global Ratings upgraded VF Corp.'s (VFC) outlook to positive, citing improved leverage (3.1x) and profitability. The company expects revenue growth and margin improvements. S&P forecasts leverage to reach 2.8x in 2027 and 2.4x in 2028, with organic revenue growth of at least 2%.

Major apparel brands Nike (NKE), Lululemon (LULU), Under Armour (UAA), and V.F. Corp. (VFC) have seen significant declines in market value over the past five years, with VFC losing 76.3%. Nike reported $46.4B in fiscal 2026 revenue and faces challenges in China. LULU lowered its sales outlook, while UAA and VFC are restructuring. Year-to-date, UAA is up 36%, while others have declined 7%-42%.

Moody's upgraded VF Corp.'s (VFC) outlook to stable from negative, citing debt reduction and improved credit metrics. The company's debt/EBITDA is 3.9x, and EBITA/Interest is 3.1x. Moody's expects further debt reduction and improved metrics by fiscal 2027. VF Corp. generated $9.5B in revenue, with strong performance from North Face, Vans, and Timberland brands.

VF Corp. (VFC) raised its fiscal 2027 revenue outlook to 2%+ growth, citing Q1 performance. Outdoor segment grew 5%, while Vans fell 9%. Management expects Vans to improve in H2. Q1 revenue was flat, beating expectations. VFC maintained its margin and leverage targets. Crocs (CROX) reported record Q2 revenue, while Under Armour (UAA) lowered its full-year outlook.

VF Corporation (VFC) trades at a discount with a forward P/E of 12.23, below industry and historical averages. Its Outdoor segment grew 5% in Q1, but Vans declined 9%. The company aims for an 8% adjusted operating margin in fiscal 2027, with debt reduction progress reported. Crocs (CROX) and Under Armour (UAA) are mentioned as comparisons.

VF Corporation (VFC) shares fell 14.2% in a month due to Vans brand weakness, with Q1 2027 revenues down 9% in constant currency. While The North Face and Timberland grew, Vans' decline poses a risk to VFC's turnaround. Management raised fiscal 2027 revenue guidance to 2% or better. VFC trades at 12.2X forward earnings, below its sub-industry's 14.7X. Earnings estimates declined 2.7% in four weeks.

Carucci Richard purchased 20,000 shares of V F CORP (VFC) at $14.73 ($0.29M total) on 2026-08-13.