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Levi Strauss & Co Class A(LEVI)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for LEVI
09/25/2026: LEVI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Levi Strauss & Co is an iconic global apparel company known primarily for its heritage denim brands, while increasingly diversifying into activewear through its Beyond Yoga acquisition. The company is currently focused on shifting toward a direct-to-consumer sales model to improve margins and control brand positioning. Its main growth story rests on this digital and retail expansion combined with international market growth. However, the company faces risks from macroeconomic cycles, inventory management challenges in the wholesale channel, and aggressive competition from agile fast-fashion retailers. The stock may suit value-oriented investors who value a legacy brand and consistent dividends, though monitoring its ability to successfully pivot its business model remains essential.
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 offers moderate growth potential through activewear expansion and international DTC efforts. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Momentum is conditional on positive price trends and sustained quarterly revenue beats. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock often trades at valuation multiples that appeal to value-oriented investors seeking established brands. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The company provides a reliable dividend yield suitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | Consumer discretionary stocks are susceptible to economic cycles and fashion trend volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock price is sensitive to consumer sentiment and shifts in macroeconomic conditions. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Valuation depends on the company's ability to maintain margins while scaling DTC channels. |
| Competition risk (fast fashion and athleisure) | High | Intense competition from agile retailers constantly challenges market share. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company possesses a highly recognizable, multi-generational brand franchise. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividends are stable but may not satisfy high-yield income seekers. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success depends on the effective integration of Beyond Yoga and expansion of retail footprints. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 12.58% | Avg. Invested days 56 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 7.59B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 13.99 | 1Y Target Price 28.27 |
Price to earnings Ratio 13.99 | 1Y Target Price 28.27 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2.3M shares | Beta 1.31 | 52 Weeks Range 17.50 - 25.70 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 17.50 - 25.70 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.84% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.41 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Levi's Brand | Jeans, tops, and jackets for the core Levi's brand. | The primary engine of revenue that benefits from strong global brand recognition. |
| Other Brands (Dockers/Beyond Yoga) | Casual trousers and premium activewear. | Diversification segments that provide exposure to different consumer lifestyle trends. |
| Geography | Operations across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. | Global presence helps mitigate regional economic slowdowns. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 13.99 | Forward PE 16.78 | Enterprise Value 8.87B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.15 |
Enterprise Value 8.87B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.15 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.34 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.08 | Shares Outstanding 100.46M | Shares Floating 93.01M |
Shares Outstanding 100.46M | Shares Floating 93.01M | ||
Percent Insiders 2.24 | Percent Institutions 90.98 |
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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.
About Levi Strauss & Co Class A
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters San Francisco, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2019-03-21 | CEO, President & Director Ms. Michelle D. Gass | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Apparel Manufacturing | Full time employees 19000 | Website https://www.levistrauss.com |
Full time employees 19000 | Website https://www.levistrauss.com | ||
Levi Strauss & Co. designs, markets, and sells apparels and related accessories for men, women, and children in the United States and internationally. The company offers jeans, casual and dress pants, activewears, tops, shorts, skirts, dresses, jumpsuits, shirts, sweaters, jackets, footwear, and related accessories under the Levi's, Levi Strauss Signature, Denizen, and Beyond Yoga brands. It sells its products through third-party retailers, such as department stores, specialty retailers, third-party e-commerce sites, and franchisees; and directly to consumers through company-operated mainline and outlet stores, company-operated e-commerce sites, and select shop-in-shops located in department stores and other third-party retail locations. The company also operates brand-dedicated stores and shop-in-shops. Levi Strauss & Co. was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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