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Burberry Group (OTCMKTS:BURBY) Shares Gap Up - Time to Buy?

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Key Points

  • Burberry gapped up pre-market from $15.40 to an opening price of $16.07 and last traded at $16.07 on light volume (569 shares).
  • Analysts are bullish after Barclays upgraded the stock to a Strong Buy on Jan. 27, and the consensus rating on MarketBeat is currently Strong Buy (three analysts).
  • Technically the stock is trading above key averages, with a 50-day moving average of $15.03 and a 200-day moving average of $15.94, suggesting short-term and medium-term upside.
  • MarketBeat previews top five stocks to own in May.

Burberry Group PLC (OTCMKTS:BURBY - Get Free Report) gapped up prior to trading on Monday . The stock had previously closed at $15.40, but opened at $16.07. Burberry Group shares last traded at $16.07, with a volume of 569 shares changing hands.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

Separately, Barclays raised shares of Burberry Group from a "hold" rating to a "strong-buy" rating in a research note on Tuesday, January 27th. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, According to MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of "Strong Buy".

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Burberry Group Stock Performance

The firm's 50 day moving average is $15.03 and its 200-day moving average is $15.94.

Burberry Group Company Profile

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Burberry Group plc is a British luxury fashion house renowned for its distinctive designs and iconic outerwear. The company's product portfolio encompasses ready-to-wear clothing, leather goods, handbags, accessories, footwear, fragrances and beauty items. Burberry is particularly famous for its classic trench coat, crafted from its patented gabardine fabric, and the signature checked pattern that has become a global emblem of luxury.

Founded in 1856 by Thomas Burberry in Basingstoke, England, the company initially specialized in weatherproof garments and outdoor attire.

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