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Burlington Stores Inc (BURL)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: BURL (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $326.44
1 Year Target Price $326.44
14 | Strong Buy |
6 | Buy |
1 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 14.71% | Avg. Invested days 49 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 17.75B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 34.48 | 1Y Target Price 326.44 |
Price to earnings Ratio 34.48 | 1Y Target Price 326.44 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 21 | Beta 1.69 | 52 Weeks Range 212.92 - 298.88 | Updated Date 08/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 212.92 - 298.88 | Updated Date 08/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 8.16 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 4.88% | Operating Margin (TTM) 5.65% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.7% | Return on Equity (TTM) 44.13% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 34.48 | Forward PE 26.11 | Enterprise Value 23084951017 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.65 |
Enterprise Value 23084951017 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.65 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.14 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 20.54 | Shares Outstanding 63086700 | Shares Floating 62010841 |
Shares Outstanding 63086700 | Shares Floating 62010841 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.46 | Percent Institutions 124.87 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Burlington Stores Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Burlington Stores, Inc., formerly Burlington Coat Factory, was founded in 1972 in Burlington, New Jersey. It started as a retailer of outerwear and has since evolved into a major off-price retailer with a wide selection of apparel, footwear, accessories, and home goods.
Core Business Areas
- Off-Price Retailing: Burlington operates as an off-price retailer, offering brand-name merchandise at discounted prices. They purchase excess inventory from manufacturers and other retailers.
Leadership and Structure
Michael O'Sullivan serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company has a typical corporate structure with various departments reporting to senior management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Apparel: Includes clothing for men, women, and children. Competition: TJ Maxx, Ross Stores, Marshalls.
- Footwear: A wide range of shoes, boots, and sneakers. Competition: DSW, Famous Footwear, Nordstrom Rack.
- Home Goods: Bedding, du00e9cor, and kitchenware. Competition: HomeGoods, Big Lots, At Home.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The off-price retail industry is characterized by opportunistic buying of discounted merchandise and offering it to consumers at attractive prices. The industry benefits from economic downturns and overstocked situations.
Positioning
Burlington is positioned as a major player in the off-price retail sector, focusing on providing value and a treasure hunt shopping experience. Competitive advantages include their buying power and growing store base.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for off-price retail is estimated to be $75 billion, Burlington is positioned to capture a larger share.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition
- Extensive store network
- Effective off-price model
- Strong buying power
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Dependence on supplier overstock
- Inconsistent product assortment
- Vulnerable to economic downturns
- Limited online presence compared to competitors
Opportunities
- Expansion of store network
- Growth in e-commerce
- Increased demand for value-priced merchandise
- Expansion into new product categories
Threats
- Increased competition from other off-price retailers
- Changes in consumer preferences
- Economic recession
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TJX Companies (TJX)
- Ross Stores (ROST)
- Nordstrom (JWN)
Competitive Landscape
Burlington competes with other off-price retailers on price, selection, and store location. Burlington aims to differentiate through its focus on a 'treasure hunt' experience and merchandise mix.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Burlington has experienced steady growth in revenue and store count over the past decade.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in revenue and earnings per share.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on expanding store footprint and improving merchandising strategies.
Summary
Burlington Stores is a growing off-price retailer with a solid business model. Its strengths lie in its buying power and expanding store network. However, reliance on supplier overstock and inconsistent product assortment are potential weaknesses. Future success depends on effective expansion and navigating economic challenges.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and analyst estimates. Actual results may vary. This is not financial advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Burlington Stores Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Burlington, NJ, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-10-02 | CEO & Director Mr. Michael B. O'Sullivan | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Apparel Retail | Full time employees 17057 | |
Full time employees 17057 |
Burlington Stores, Inc. operates as a retailer of branded merchandise in the United States and Puerto Rico. The company offers fashion-focused merchandise, including women's ready-to-wear apparel, menswear, youth apparel, footwear, accessories, home furnishings, toys, gifts, and coats, as well as baby and beauty merchandise products. It operates stores under the Burlington Stores, and Cohoes Fashions brands in Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico. Burlington Stores, Inc. was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in Burlington, New Jersey.

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