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LightInTheBox Holding Co Ltd ARD (LITB)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: LITB (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -51.52% | Avg. Invested days 16 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 21.57M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 9.83 | 1Y Target Price 3 |
Price to earnings Ratio 9.83 | 1Y Target Price 3 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.22 | 52 Weeks Range 0.91 - 5.70 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.91 - 5.70 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.12 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 0.63% | Operating Margin (TTM) 0.26% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.15% | Return on Equity (TTM) -220.81% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 9.83 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 14159825 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 |
Enterprise Value 14159825 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.06 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.97 | Shares Outstanding 18277800 | Shares Floating 64500694 |
Shares Outstanding 18277800 | Shares Floating 64500694 | ||
Percent Insiders 54.45 | Percent Institutions 5.85 |
Upturn AI SWOT
LightInTheBox Holding Co Ltd ARD

Company Overview
History and Background
LightInTheBox Holding Co Ltd was founded in 2007. It is a global online retail company that delivers products directly to consumers around the world. It initially focused on apparel and accessories and has since expanded its product categories.
Core Business Areas
- Apparel: Offers a wide range of clothing, from casual wear to formal attire, including wedding dresses and special occasion apparel.
- Small Gadgets & Home Decor: Includes electronics, home goods, and other lifestyle products sourced globally.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes the CEO, CFO, and other key executives. The company operates with a global structure, focusing on sourcing, logistics, and marketing across various regions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Market Share: Estimated 5-10%
- Wedding & Special Occasion Dresses: LightInTheBox is known for its customizable wedding dresses and special occasion attire. Competitors include David's Bridal, Azazie, and JJ's House. Market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely but the company is a notable player in the affordable online wedding apparel market. Revenue information specific to this product line is not publicly available.
- Apparel: General apparel offerings including casual and formal wear. Competitors are ASOS, Shein, H&M, and Amazon. Revenue information specific to this product line is not publicly available.
- Home & Gadgets: Offers a variety of household items and electronics. Competitors: Amazon, Walmart, Target. Revenue information specific to this product line is not publicly available.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The e-commerce industry is highly competitive, with increasing consumer demand for online shopping. It is marked by trends such as globalization, direct-to-consumer models, and the rise of social commerce.
Positioning
LightInTheBox positions itself as a global online retailer offering a wide variety of products at competitive prices. Its competitive advantages include its global sourcing network and direct-to-consumer business model.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global e-commerce market is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. LightInTheBox captures a very small portion of this TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global sourcing network
- Direct-to-consumer business model
- Wide product selection
- Affordable pricing
Weaknesses
- Brand recognition
- Customer service issues
- Product quality consistency
- Shipping times and reliability
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets
- Enhancing customer experience
- Leveraging social media for marketing
- Improving supply chain efficiency
Threats
- Intense competition
- Fluctuations in currency exchange rates
- Changes in consumer preferences
- Increased shipping costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BABA
- AMZN
- JD
Competitive Landscape
LightInTheBox faces intense competition from larger e-commerce players with greater brand recognition, resources, and scale. Its competitive advantages are its niche product offerings and global sourcing network, but its weaknesses include brand recognition and product quality.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been inconsistent, influenced by changing consumer preferences and competitive pressures.
Future Projections: Analyst projections for LightInTheBox are not readily available. Individual research must be performed.
Recent Initiatives: Review press releases and investor relations materials for recent strategic initiatives.
Summary
LightInTheBox operates in the competitive e-commerce sector. Its strengths lie in its diverse product range and global sourcing, but is offset by brand recognition and inconsistency in product quality. Its success depends on strategic initiatives to enhance customer experience and supply chain. The company will face increasing competition and must adapt to changes in consumer behaviour to remain competitive. It is financially unstable and needs to perform better in that sector.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Website
- Market Research Reports
- Yahoo Finance
- Google Finance
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be made after consulting with a qualified financial advisor. Market share data are estimates and may not be precise.
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 LightInTheBox Holding Co Ltd ARD
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-06-06 | CEO & Director Mr. Jian He | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Apparel Manufacturing | Full time employees 422 | Website https://ir.ador.com |
Full time employees 422 | Website https://ir.ador.com |
LightInTheBox Holding Co., Ltd., an online retail company, provides various lifestyle products directly to consumers in Europe, North America, and internationally. The company sells apparel and other general merchandise products; and focuses on the apparel design activities. It also offers logistics services. The company provides its products through its websites, other online platforms, and mobile applications to third-party sellers, companies, and individual customers. LightInTheBox Holding Co., Ltd. was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Singapore.

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