Research Analysts Offer Predictions for URBN Q2 Earnings

Key Points

• Zacks Research raised Urban Outfitters’ Q2 earnings estimate to $2.38 per share from $1.96, but maintained a “Hold” rating. Full-year consensus earnings are approximately $6.20 per share.
• Urban Outfitters’ latest quarter matched expectations at $1.72 EPS and exceeded revenue estimates with $1.66 billion, up 10.4% year over year.
• Analyst sentiment is generally favorable, with a “Moderate Buy” consensus, 15 Buy or Hold ratings, and an average price target of $89.75 versus the stock’s $75.84 opening price.

Urban Outfitters, Inc. (NASDAQ:URBN - Free Report) - Stock analysts at Zacks Research increased their Q2 2029 earnings estimates for Urban Outfitters in a research note issued on Wednesday, September 16th. Zacks Research analyst Team now forecasts that the apparel retailer will earn $2.38 per share for the quarter, up from their previous estimate of $1.96. Zacks Research currently has a "Hold" rating on the stock. The consensus estimate for Urban Outfitters' current full-year earnings is $6.20 per share.

Several other research firms have also issued reports on URBN. Citigroup reiterated a "neutral" rating on shares of Urban Outfitters in a research report on Friday, August 28th. Weiss Ratings cut shares of Urban Outfitters from a "buy (b)" rating to a "buy (b-)" rating in a research note on Tuesday, September 8th. Bank of America increased their price target on Urban Outfitters from $85.00 to $90.00 and gave the stock a "buy" rating in a report on Thursday, May 21st. The Goldman Sachs Group raised shares of Urban Outfitters from a "neutral" rating to a "buy" rating and raised their price objective for the stock from $76.00 to $93.00 in a research report on Monday, July 20th. Finally, Wall Street Zen downgraded Urban Outfitters from a "buy" rating to a "hold" rating in a report on Monday, August 31st. Eight equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and seven have issued a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, Urban Outfitters presently has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" and an average price target of $89.75.

Urban Outfitters Stock Performance

NASDAQ:URBN opened at $75.84 on Friday. Urban Outfitters has a fifty-two week low of $59.53 and a fifty-two week high of $85.43. The company has a market cap of $6.50 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 11.83, a PEG ratio of 1.21 and a beta of 1.26. The stock has a fifty day moving average price of $76.20 and a 200-day moving average price of $71.82.

Urban Outfitters (NASDAQ:URBN - Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, August 27th. The apparel retailer reported $1.72 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, meeting analysts' consensus estimates of $1.72. Urban Outfitters had a net margin of 8.79% and a return on equity of 18.64%. The firm had revenue of $1.66 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.65 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm posted $1.58 EPS. The business's revenue for the quarter was up 10.4% compared to the same quarter last year.

Insider Buying and Selling at Urban Outfitters

In related news, CFO Melanie Marein-Efron sold 5,700 shares of the company's stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, September 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $80.75, for a total transaction of $460,275.00. Following the sale, the chief financial officer owned 11,323 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $914,332.25. This represents a 33.48% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink. 32.10% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Urban Outfitters

Institutional investors and hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in the business. Eurizon Capital SGR S.p.A. bought a new position in Urban Outfitters in the 4th quarter worth about $27,000. Allworth Financial LP bought a new position in shares of Urban Outfitters in the second quarter worth approximately $31,000. Kilter Group LLC purchased a new stake in Urban Outfitters in the second quarter valued at approximately $35,000. NewEdge Advisors LLC lifted its position in Urban Outfitters by 87.0% during the second quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC now owns 531 shares of the apparel retailer's stock valued at $38,000 after purchasing an additional 247 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd purchased a new position in Urban Outfitters in the 4th quarter worth approximately $47,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 77.61% of the company's stock.

Urban Outfitters News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting Urban Outfitters this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Zacks highlighted Urban Outfitters as one of three stocks with strong earnings growth and rising quarterly and annual estimates, suggesting potential upside if the company sustains its operating momentum. 3 Top Earnings Growth Stocks to Buy Now for Solid Upside
• Positive Sentiment: Zacks raised its FY2027 EPS forecast to $6.14 from $5.97, FY2028 to $6.65 from $6.56, and FY2029 to $7.17 from $6.73. It also increased estimates for Q3 2027, Q4 2027 and Q3/Q4 2028, indicating improved longer-term profit expectations. Urban Outfitters analyst estimates
• Neutral Sentiment: Despite the estimate increases, Zacks maintained a “Hold” rating. The company’s current-year consensus EPS estimate is approximately $6.16, leaving investors without a fresh analyst upgrade catalyst. Urban Outfitters analyst rating
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks lowered EPS forecasts for Q1 2028 to $1.49 from $1.59, Q2 2028 to $1.94 from $1.98, and Q1 2029 to $1.41 from $1.56. These downward revisions point to potential near-term earnings pressure and likely contributed to the stock’s decline.

Urban Outfitters Company Profile

Urban Outfitters, Inc is a lifestyle retail company that operates a portfolio of consumer brands serving younger and fashion-conscious customers. Its primary brands include Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, FP Movement and Terrain, each offering a distinct combination of apparel, accessories, beauty products, home furnishings and related lifestyle merchandise.

The company also operates Nuuly, a clothing rental and subscription service, as well as food and beverage and hospitality concepts connected with select retail locations.

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