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Lifetime Brands Inc(LCUT)
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for LCUT
10/29/2026: LCUT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Lifetime Brands Inc is a mature consumer goods company that manages a diverse portfolio of kitchenware and tableware brands, including Farberware and Mikasa. The company's strengths lie in its established brand equity and deep-rooted relationships with major national retailers. Its primary growth story revolves around adapting to modern e-commerce channels to capture higher margins. However, investors must monitor risks related to customer concentration, reliance on overseas manufacturing, and price competition from private label products. The stock may suit dividend-oriented and value-focused investors looking for steady exposure to the home goods sector, provided they monitor the company's ability to maintain margins in a fluctuating macroeconomic environment.
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 style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company focuses more on steady brand management than aggressive, high-velocity growth. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock lacks the high-volatility, strong-upturn characteristics typically sought by momentum traders. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company often trades at valuations that may appeal to investors looking for established, tangible business assets. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Lifetime Brands provides consistent dividend payouts, making it suitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While established, the company is subject to retail market cyclicality and supply chain risks. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | The stock can be subject to market swings based on retail sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Low | Current valuations generally reflect its mature position in the housewares market. |
| Competition risk (retail/housewares) | High | Intense competition from low-cost imports and private labels threatens pricing power. |
| Business quality | Medium | The brand portfolio is strong, but profitability is heavily linked to external manufacturing costs. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Sustainability of dividends depends on maintaining consistent cash flow levels. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success depends on managing complex global supply chains and retail partner relationships. |
Price Behavior

Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Highly Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -67.49% | Avg. Invested days 22 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 189.43M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 5.68 | 1Y Target Price 12.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 5.68 | 1Y Target Price 12.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 152.3K shares | Beta 1 | 52 Weeks Range 2.83 - 10.17 | Updated Date 10/29/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 2.83 - 10.17 | Updated Date 10/29/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.02% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.45 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchenware | Farberware, KitchenAid licensed tools, and various proprietary kitchen gadgets. | This is the core of their business; if people are cooking at home, this segment generates steady sales. |
| Tableware | Mikasa dinnerware, glassware, and formal entertaining products. | These products are more discretionary; sales often correlate with weddings, gift-giving, and holiday seasons. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-11-05 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.2 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 4.81% | Operating Margin (TTM) -3% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.61% | Return on Equity (TTM) 15.77% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 5.68 | Forward PE 7.78 | Enterprise Value 447.00M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.29 |
Enterprise Value 447.00M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.29 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.68 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.74 | Shares Outstanding 22.99M | Shares Floating 11.83M |
Shares Outstanding 22.99M | Shares Floating 11.83M | ||
Percent Insiders 17.13 | Percent Institutions 72.14 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
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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