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Abercrombie & Fitch Company(ANF)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 24 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+5.76% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$149.54
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ANF

11/06/2026: ANF (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Abercrombie & Fitch Company is a recognized specialty retailer that has successfully pivoted from a logo-focused teen brand to a modern, diversified apparel portfolio. The company's recent performance is underpinned by a disciplined digital-first strategy, improved inventory management, and a revamped product lineup that resonates with a wider demographic. While this growth strategy provides a clear opportunity, the company faces persistent risks, including intense competition from fast-fashion retailers and potential volatility in discretionary consumer spending. It may best suit growth-oriented investors who monitor brand relevance and margin stability. Stakeholders should track ongoing digital expansion and the company's ability to maintain its refreshed market position.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe company's recent successful brand turnaround and sales growth trajectory appeal to growth-oriented investors.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock has demonstrated strong relative performance, which is attractive to momentum investors when supported by positive market signals.
Value investorMixed fitValuation depends on whether current margins are sustainable over the long term as the company matures.
Dividend investorMixed fitCapital allocation currently prioritizes growth and investment over consistent, high-yield dividend payments.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe retail industry is inherently volatile, and ANF is susceptible to fashion trend shifts and consumer spending cycles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highRetail stocks often experience significant price swings based on quarterly earnings reports and consumer trend shifts.
Valuation riskMediumFuture growth expectations are baked into the price, leaving little room for error if performance falters.
Competition risk (fast-fashion competition)HighThe sector faces constant threats from ultra-fast fashion players that can produce trends more rapidly and at lower costs.
Business qualityMediumThe company has improved operations significantly, but the business relies heavily on maintaining a trend-aligned, desirable brand image.
Dividend incomeLowThis is not a primary income-generating asset for dividend-focused portfolios.
Execution riskMediumManagement must continue to execute on its digital and product strategy to maintain market relevance.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 1.48%
Avg. Invested days 25
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ANF receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ANF has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, solid cash generation (FCF margin 7.2%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-10.5%), moderate revenue growth (+6.4%), soft profitability (net margin 9.6%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ANF's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (7.2% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is ANF's strongest growth driver at +6.4% FY2026 versus FY2025 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-10.5%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-28.3%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 114.3% and approximately 92.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 2.22% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 14.29%
FMR Inc 8.57%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.78%
AQR Capital Management LLC 5.72%
American Century Companies Inc 4.75%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ANF generates approximately $615 of gross profit, $133 of operating income, and $72 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Moderate margins and soft cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is strong.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 28.55%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
ANF has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltSmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 6.35B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 12.91
1Y Target Price 165.82
Price to earnings Ratio 12.91
1Y Target Price 165.82
Volume (30-day avg) 1.2M shares
Beta 0.98
52 Weeks Range 65.45 - 172.00
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 65.45 - 172.00
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 11.58

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Abercrombie & Fitch SegmentApparel and accessories sold globally through physical stores and digital channels.This is the core premium brand driving the recent growth and brand elevation narrative.
Hollister SegmentCasual apparel and accessories targeting the teen demographic.A high-volume segment that serves as a foundation for younger customer acquisition.
GeographyOperations primarily in North America with growing digital reach in Europe and Asia.The company is increasingly relying on digital channels to expand its reach beyond physical store locations.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE 12.91
Forward PE 10.53
Enterprise Value 7.00B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.19
Enterprise Value 7.00B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.19
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.31
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.57
Shares Outstanding 42.43M
Shares Floating 39.05M
Shares Outstanding 42.43M
Shares Floating 39.05M
Percent Insiders 2.22
Percent Institutions 114.25

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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