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1. Company Snapshot

1.a. Company Description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co., through its subsidiaries, operates as a specialty retailer.The company operates in two segments, Hollister and Abercrombie.It offers an assortment of apparel, personal care products, and accessories for men, women, and children under the Hollister, Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Moose, Seagull, Gilly Hicks, and Social Tourist brands.


As of January 29, 2022, it operated approximately 729 retail stores in Europe, Asia, Canada, the Middle East, United States, and internationally.The company sells products through its stores; various third-party wholesale, franchise, and licensing arrangements; and e-commerce platforms.Abercrombie & Fitch Co. was founded in 1892 and is headquartered in New Albany, Ohio.

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1.b. Last Insights on ANF

Abercrombie & Fitch's recent performance has been impacted by concerns over slowing sales growth and tariff headwinds. The company's cautious outlook for 2026, citing margin pressure and moderating growth, has raised investor concerns. Despite strong Q4 earnings per share and in-line revenue, the stock has faced challenges. According to a recent report, shares have been downgraded to "fairly valued" due to expected slowing sales growth. The company's upcoming earnings report is anticipated to provide further insight into its performance. Tariff-related margin pressure remains a key concern.

1.c. Company Highlights

2. Abercrombie & Fitch's Record Q4 2025 Earnings: A Strong Foundation for Future Growth

Abercrombie & Fitch Co.'s fourth quarter 2025 earnings call highlighted record net sales and growth across regions, brands, and channels. Net sales grew 5% to $1.67 billion, with an operating margin of 14.1%, and earnings per share of $3.68, up 3% from the previous year, surpassing analyst estimates of $3.56. For the full year 2025, net sales reached a record $5.3 billion, up 6%, with an operating margin of 13.3%, and earnings per share of $10.46. The company returned $450 million to shareholders via share repurchases, totaling 11% of shares outstanding.

Publication Date: Mar -05

📋 Highlights
  • Record Q4 2025 Performance:: Net sales rose 5% to $1.67 billion, with operating margin at 14.1% and EPS of $3.68 (up 3% YoY).
  • Full-Year 2025 Growth:: Net sales reached $5.3 billion, a 6% increase, with operating margin of 13.3% and EPS of $10.46.
  • 2026 Guidance:: Net sales expected to grow 3-5%, with operating margin of 12-12.5% and EPS of $10.20-$11.00, alongside $200-225 million in capital expenditures and 125 new stores.
  • Q1 2026 Challenges:: Tariffs to drive 290 bps margin decline ($30M net impact), offset by 160 bps freight tailwind, with operating margin projected at 7%.
  • Strategic Shifts in APAC:: Exploring partnerships, franchising, and licensing to optimize capital, alongside new store openings (55 net stores in 2026) and $450 million share repurchase target.

Guidance and Outlook

Looking forward to 2026, the company expects net sales growth of 3-5%, with full-year net sales growth expected across brands, and operating margin in the range of 12-12.5%. Earnings per share are expected to be $10.20-$11.00, with capital expenditures of $200-225 million, and around 125 new store experiences. Analysts estimate next year's revenue growth at 4.2%, indicating a positive outlook for the company's continued expansion.

Strategic Alternatives and Expansion

The company is reviewing strategic alternatives for the APAC region, including partnerships, franchising, and licensing, to enhance profitability and optimize capital deployment. They expect to be net store openers in 2026 with 55 new stores outpacing around 25 anticipated closures, with net store openings relatively balanced across brands but tilted to the Americas. The company is also exploring wholesale opportunities to build their brand regionally alongside their own efforts.

Valuation Metrics

With a P/E Ratio of 8.62 and an EV/EBITDA of 8.23, the company's valuation appears reasonable, considering its strong financial performance and growth prospects. Additionally, the company's ROE of 38.98% and ROIC of 12.56% indicate a high level of profitability and efficient use of capital. The P/S Ratio of 0.85 also suggests that the company's stock may be undervalued relative to its sales growth.

Challenges and Opportunities

The company faces challenges such as tariffs, which are expected to have a 290 basis points impact on operating margin in Q1 2026. However, they aim to offset this impact through freight tailwinds and slight AUR expansion. The company is also assessing their go-to-market strategy in APAC and exploring concepts like licensing, wholesaling, and franchising to diversify their operating model. With a strong sourcing network and team, they are confident in their ability to maintain healthy earnings growth in the long term.

3. NewsRoom

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Dimensional Fund Advisors LP Sells 32,806 Shares of Abercrombie & Fitch Company $ANF

Mar -12

Source: defenseworld.net

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Abercrombie & Fitch: Fortress Balance Sheet And Double-Digit Buybacks Justify A Strong Buy (Rating Upgrade)

Mar -10

Source: seekingalpha.com

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Abercrombie & Fitch: Expecting Slowing Sales Growth, Shares Fairly Valued

Mar -09

Source: seekingalpha.com

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Elo Mutual Pension Insurance Co Takes $1.19 Million Position in Abercrombie & Fitch Company $ANF

Mar -06

Source: defenseworld.net

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Abercrombie & Fitch: Durable Growth At A Great Price

Mar -05

Source: seekingalpha.com

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Abercrombie Q4 Earnings Top Estimates, Hollister Brand Up 6%

Mar -04

Source: zacks.com

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Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Mar -04

Source: seekingalpha.com

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Abercrombie & Fitch Faces Challenges Despite Strong Q4 EPS

Mar -04

Source: gurufocus.com

4. Business Breakdown

4.a. Revenues by Country

4.b. Revenues by Segment

5. Expected revenues mid-term growth (8.99%)

6. Segments

Abercrombie

Expected Growth: 8.5%

Abercrombie's 8.5% growth driven by successful brand repositioning, increased digital marketing efforts, and strategic store closures. Improved product offerings, enhanced customer experience, and effective inventory management also contributed to growth. Additionally, the brand's focus on sustainability, diversity, and inclusivity resonated with the target demographic, leading to increased brand loyalty and sales.

Hollister

Expected Growth: 9.5%

Hollister's 9.5% growth is driven by its successful brand repositioning, increased focus on digital marketing, and expansion into new markets. Additionally, the brand's efforts to improve product quality, fit, and style have resonated with customers, leading to increased sales and market share gains.

7. Detailed Products

Casual Apparel

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. offers a wide range of casual apparel for men and women, including t-shirts, tank tops, sweatshirts, and jeans.

Dress Shirts and Pants

The company provides a variety of dress shirts and pants for men, suitable for formal events, work, or special occasions.

Outerwear and Jackets

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. offers a range of outerwear and jackets for men and women, including denim jackets, leather jackets, and winter coats.

Swimwear

The company provides a variety of swimwear for men and women, including swimsuits, rash guards, and board shorts.

Personal Care and Fragrances

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. offers a range of personal care products, including fragrances, body care, and hair care.

Accessories

The company provides a variety of accessories, including hats, scarves, belts, and bags.

8. Abercrombie & Fitch Co.'s Porter Forces

Forces Ranking

Threat Of Substitutes

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. faces moderate threat from substitutes, as customers have alternative options for casual apparel and personal care products.

Bargaining Power Of Customers

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. has a high bargaining power of customers, as customers have many options for casual apparel and personal care products, and can easily switch to competitors.

Bargaining Power Of Suppliers

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. has a low bargaining power of suppliers, as the company has a diverse supplier base and can negotiate prices effectively.

Threat Of New Entrants

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. faces a moderate threat of new entrants, as entering the market requires significant investment in brand building and marketing.

Intensity Of Rivalry

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates in a highly competitive industry, with many established players, leading to a high intensity of rivalry.

9. SWOT Analysis

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10. Capital Structure

10.a. Balance Sheet

10.b. Weighted Average Cost of capital

Value
Debt Weight 27.96%
Debt Cost 4.18%
Equity Weight 72.04%
Equity Cost 11.86%
WACC 9.71%
Leverage 38.81%

11. Quality Control: Abercrombie & Fitch Co. passed 9 out of 9 key points

12.a Historical Valuation

12.b Price/Earnings Ratio

12.c Margin Valuation

12.d Peers Valuation

Peers Group Analysis

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Gap

A-Score: 5.1/10

Value: 6.3

Growth: 4.6

Quality: 5.1

Yield: 7.0

Momentum: 6.0

Volatility: 1.7

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Value: 5.4

Growth: 6.8

Quality: 6.1

Yield: 0.0

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A-Score: 4.8/10

Value: 2.3

Growth: 7.9

Quality: 6.0

Yield: 0.0

Momentum: 8.0

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Carter's

A-Score: 4.7/10

Value: 7.2

Growth: 3.7

Quality: 4.8

Yield: 8.0

Momentum: 1.0

Volatility: 3.7

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A-Score: 4.2/10

Value: 4.7

Growth: 4.4

Quality: 4.4

Yield: 5.0

Momentum: 4.5

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Abercrombie & Fitch

A-Score: 4.0/10

Value: 5.9

Growth: 8.3

Quality: 6.8

Yield: 0.0

Momentum: 0.5

Volatility: 2.3

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Peers Metrics

12.e Scoring Insights

12.f DCF BETA

Parameters

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Short term Time

Long-Term Growth

WACC

Target Price

81.86$

Current Price

81.86$

Potential

-0.00%

Expected Cash-Flows