VF Corp shares rally on multiple analyst upgrades and higher price targets

VF Corp stock jumped after Barclays raised its price target to $24 and both Piper Sandler and Truist upgraded the shares, lifting their targets to $20. Barclays cited improving brand momentum at Vans, while Piper Sandler pointed to a strong teen survey and Truist highlighted shifting fashion trends. The stock rose 5.8% in the afternoon session and 3.9% in pre‑market trading.

Barclays' and the two Wall Street firms say the upgrades reflect a turning point for Vans, which could sustain the recent price gains. The higher targets suggest analysts expect the brand’s recovery to lift VF Corp’s earnings outlook.

  • 1Barclays raised its price target on VF Corp to $24 from $23.
  • 2Piper Sandler lifted its price target to $20 from $16.
  • 3Truist raised its price target to $20 from $14.
  • 4VF Corp shares jumped 5.8% in the afternoon session.
  • 5VF Corp shares rose 3.9% in pre‑market trading.

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