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Levi Strauss & Co Class A (LEVI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/13/2025: LEVI (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
13 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $26.46
1 Year Target Price $26.46
| 7 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 0.03% | Avg. Invested days 51 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 8.39B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 16.38 | 1Y Target Price 26.46 |
Price to earnings Ratio 16.38 | 1Y Target Price 26.46 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 13 | Beta 1.31 | 52 Weeks Range 11.99 - 24.82 | Updated Date 10/12/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 11.99 - 24.82 | Updated Date 10/12/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.16% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.31 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-10-01 | When - | Estimate 0.2992 | Actual 0.34 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 9.15% | Operating Margin (TTM) 11.68% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 7.29% | Return on Equity (TTM) 25.89% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 16.38 | Forward PE 16.78 | Enterprise Value 11154455271 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.27 |
Enterprise Value 11154455271 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.27 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.72 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.93 | Shares Outstanding 103091513 | Shares Floating 99145642 |
Shares Outstanding 103091513 | Shares Floating 99145642 | ||
Percent Insiders 6.63 | Percent Institutions 89.55 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Levi Strauss & Co Class A
Company Overview
History and Background
Levi Strauss & Co. was founded in 1853 in San Francisco, California, by Levi Strauss. Initially providing dry goods, the company became famous for its durable denim work pants, known as jeans. Over time, Levi's has become a global brand synonymous with denim and casual wear.
Core Business Areas
- Levi's: The Levi's segment focuses on the design, marketing, and sale of denim jeans, casual and dress pants, tops, shorts, skirts, jackets, footwear, and related accessories under the Levi's brand.
- Dockers: The Dockers segment offers a range of khaki pants, dress pants, casual shirts, and related accessories.
- Other Brands: This segment includes brands like Beyond Yoga and represents licensing revenue associated with other brands.
Leadership and Structure
Chip Bergh is the current CEO. The organizational structure is a traditional corporate hierarchy with departments for design, marketing, sales, operations, and finance. A board of directors provides oversight.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Levi's 501 Jeans: The original blue jean. A cornerstone of the Levi's brand. Competitors include Wrangler, Lee, Gap, and many private label brands. Market share data is unavailable as a specific product, but the overall Levi's brand holds a significant share of the denim market (estimated in competitors section).
- Levi's Trucker Jacket: A classic denim jacket offering. Competitors include Gap, Madewell and other denim brands. Market share data is unavailable as a specific product, but the overall Levi's brand holds a significant share of the denim market (estimated in competitors section).
- Dockers Khakis: The Dockers brand brought khakis to the mainstream. Competitors include Haggar, and many department store brands. Market share data is unavailable as a specific product, but the Dockers brand holds a smaller, but still significant, share of the khakis market.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The apparel industry is highly competitive and subject to changing fashion trends, economic conditions, and consumer preferences. It is characterized by both large established players and smaller, emerging brands.
Positioning
Levi Strauss & Co. is positioned as a heritage denim brand with a strong brand identity and a focus on quality and authenticity. They've moved toward greater sustainability in production. They compete on brand recognition, style, and durability. However, their price point is generally higher than many competitors.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global apparel market is estimated to be worth over $1.5 trillion. Levi Strauss & Co. is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its established brand recognition, diverse product portfolio, and expansion into new markets. Its TAM is limited by its focus, mainly denim and casual clothing
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition and heritage
- Global presence and distribution network
- Loyal customer base
- Diverse product portfolio (jeans, jackets, etc.)
- Commitment to sustainability
Weaknesses
- Higher price point compared to some competitors
- Susceptibility to fashion trends
- Reliance on denim, potentially limiting growth
- Brand perception as less fashionable to newer generations.
Opportunities
- Expanding into new markets (e.g., Asia, Africa)
- Developing new product lines (e.g., athleisure, sustainable fabrics)
- Enhancing e-commerce and digital marketing capabilities
- Leveraging partnerships and collaborations
- Increasing focus on sustainable materials and production.
Threats
- Intense competition from other apparel brands
- Changing fashion trends and consumer preferences
- Economic downturns impacting consumer spending
- Fluctuations in raw material prices (e.g., cotton)
- Supply chain disruptions
- Counterfeit products
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- VFC (VFC)
- GAP (GPS)
- PVH (PVH)
Competitive Landscape
Levi Strauss & Co. benefits from a strong brand reputation and heritage, but faces stiff competition from other apparel companies. VFC, which owns Wrangler and Lee, has economies of scale. GAP has extensive retail presence, but faces struggling brand image. PVH, owning Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, has a higher fashion image, competing for higher-end consumer dollars.
Major Acquisitions
Beyond Yoga
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 400
- Strategic Rationale: Acquisition of Beyond Yoga allowed LEVI to expand its product offerings into the athleisure market and tap into a new customer base.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Levi Strauss & Co. has experienced moderate revenue growth in recent years, driven by increased sales in emerging markets and expansion of its product portfolio.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued revenue growth for Levi Strauss & Co. in the coming years, supported by ongoing investments in e-commerce and brand building. EPS is expected to increase as well, though macroeconomic factors might affect that.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its e-commerce platform, launching new product lines (e.g., athleisure, sustainable fabrics), and investing in digital marketing campaigns. It has also been active in increasing sustainability efforts.
Summary
Levi Strauss & Co. benefits from a strong brand and global reach, but faces competition and changing consumer tastes. Its focus on e-commerce and sustainable practices are working well. The company needs to continue innovating and adapting to fashion trends while managing costs and supply chain risks. Maintaining brand relevance across generations is crucial to future growth.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (10K, 10Q)
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Financial data is simplified and may not be exact. Market share data is based on estimates and may vary. Investors should conduct their own due diligence before making any investment decisions.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Levi Strauss & Co Class A
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters 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 18700 | Website https://www.levistrauss.com |
Full time employees 18700 | 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, Dockers, Signature by Levi Strauss & Co., Denizen, and Beyond Yoga brands. It also licenses Levi's and Dockers trademarks for various product categories, including footwear, belts, wallets, bags, outerwear, sweaters, dress shirts, kids wear, sleepwear, and hosiery. In addition, the company 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 various formats, including 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. Further, the company 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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