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Ralph Lauren Corp Class A (RL)

Ralph Lauren Corp Class A (RL) 4-star rating from Upturn Advisory
$358.15
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Profit since last BUY14.64%
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BUY since 65 days
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12/03/2025: RL (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 65 days. Simulated Profits (14.64%). Updated daily EoD!

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Above Average Performance

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Number of Analysts

3 star rating from financial analysts

19 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $369.46

1 Year Target Price $369.46

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$369.46 Target price
52w Low $175.49
Current$358.15
52w High $374

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 142.97%
Avg. Invested days 59
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 5.0
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 21.72B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 26.32
1Y Target Price 369.46
Price to earnings Ratio 26.32
1Y Target Price 369.46
Volume (30-day avg) 19
Beta 1.55
52 Weeks Range 175.49 - 374.00
Updated Date 12/3/2025
52 Weeks Range 175.49 - 374.00
Updated Date 12/3/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.98%
Basic EPS (TTM) 13.61

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 2025-11-06
When Before Market
Estimate 3.43
Actual 3.79

Profitability

Profit Margin 11.28%
Operating Margin (TTM) 14.07%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 9.6%
Return on Equity (TTM) 34.01%

Valuation

Trailing PE 26.32
Forward PE 22.88
Enterprise Value 23413903948
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.87
Enterprise Value 23413903948
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.87
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.09
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 17.5
Shares Outstanding 38759382
Shares Floating 38075663
Shares Outstanding 38759382
Shares Floating 38075663
Percent Insiders 3.91
Percent Institutions 101.53

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Ralph Lauren Corp Class A

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Ralph Lauren Corporation, founded in 1967 by Ralph Lauren, began with a line of ties. It expanded into a global lifestyle brand offering apparel, accessories, home furnishings, and fragrances. Key milestones include the launch of Polo in 1968 and expansion into retail stores.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • North America: Includes retail, wholesale, and licensing operations in North America. Apparel and accessories are primary products.
  • Europe: Includes retail, wholesale, and licensing operations in Europe. Apparel and accessories are primary products.
  • Asia: Includes retail, wholesale, and licensing operations in Asia. Apparel and accessories are primary products. This is the largest area for growth

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Patrice Louvet is the President and CEO. The organizational structure includes regional and brand-focused divisions. Ralph Lauren remains involved as Executive Chairman and Chief Creative Officer.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Apparel (Polo Shirts): Signature apparel item, particularly polo shirts. Competitors include PVH (Tommy Hilfiger), Nike, and Adidas. Market share is substantial within the premium apparel segment, but varies greatly across different categories.
  • Accessories (Handbags): Luxury handbags and small leather goods. Competitors include Tapestry (Coach), Capri Holdings (Michael Kors), and LVMH. Competes to be the 'go to' brand for higher end clientele.
  • Home Furnishings: Bedding, bath, and home du00e9cor items. Competitors include Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and RH (Restoration Hardware). The products are designed to be synonymous with classic taste and higher level living.
  • Fragrances: Fragrance and beauty products sold through major retailers, department stores, and RL own retail stores. The fragrances are designed to appeal to both men and women. Competitors include Coty and Loreal.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The apparel and luxury goods industry is competitive and influenced by fashion trends, consumer spending, and economic conditions. Digitalization and sustainability are key trends.

Positioning

Ralph Lauren Corp Class A is positioned as a premium lifestyle brand, focusing on classic American style. Its competitive advantages include brand recognition and a diversified product portfolio.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global apparel market is estimated to be in the trillions of USD. Ralph Lauren targets a premium segment, with TAM in the hundreds of billions. It is strategically positioned within this TAM with focus on global expansion in Asia.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition
  • Diversified product portfolio
  • Global distribution network
  • E-commerce presence
  • High Quality Materials

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on department stores
  • Inconsistent execution of promotional strategies
  • Slower adaptation to fast-fashion trends
  • Price points can be prohibitive
  • Reliance on brand name

Opportunities

  • Expansion in emerging markets (especially Asia)
  • Growth in e-commerce
  • Partnerships and collaborations
  • Sustainability initiatives
  • Product Innovation

Threats

  • Economic downturns
  • Changing consumer preferences
  • Increased competition
  • Counterfeit products
  • Supply Chain Disruptions

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • PVH
  • Tapestry
  • Capri Holdings
  • LVMH

Competitive Landscape

Ralph Lauren faces competition from other luxury brands, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. Ralph Lauren's strengths include brand heritage and a diversified product line, while weaknesses may include dependence on traditional retail channels.

Major Acquisitions

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  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
  • Strategic Rationale: No major acquisitions found.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by brand extensions, international expansion, and e-commerce growth.

Future Projections: Analyst projections for future growth consider factors like market trends, economic forecasts, and company-specific initiatives. Analyst consensus estimates should be checked for the most current values.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include enhancing e-commerce capabilities, expanding in Asia, and focusing on sustainability.

Summary

Ralph Lauren is a well-established premium brand with a global presence. The company's strengths lie in its strong brand recognition, diversified portfolio, and global reach. However, it faces challenges related to changing consumer preferences, increased competition, and economic uncertainties. Recent strategic initiatives focusing on digital growth and sustainability should help to enhance Ralph Lauren's long-term prospects.

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About Ralph Lauren Corp Class A

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 1997-06-11
President, CEO & Director Mr. Patrice Jean Louis Louvet
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Apparel Manufacturing
Full time employees 15000
Full time employees 15000

Ralph Lauren Corporation designs, markets, and distributes lifestyle products in North America, Europe, Asia, and internationally. It offers apparel, including a range of men's, women's, and children's clothing; footwear and accessories, which comprise casual shoes, dress shoes, boots, sneakers, sandals, eyewear, watches, fashion and fine jewelry, scarves, hats, gloves, and umbrellas, as well as leather goods comprising handbags, luggage, small leather goods, and belts; home products, such as bed and bath lines, furniture, fabric and wall coverings, lighting, dining, floor coverings, decorative accessories, and giftware; and fragrances. The company sells apparel and accessories under the Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Golf Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Golf, RLX Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, and Chaps brands; women's fragrances under the Ralph Lauren Collection, Woman by Ralph Lauren, Romance Collection, and Ralph Collection brand names; and men's fragrances under the Ralph's Club, Purple Label, Polo Blue, Polo Red, Polo Green, Polo Black, Polo 67, Safari, Polo Sport, and Big Pony Men's brand names. Its restaurant collection includes The Polo Bar in New York City; RL Restaurant in Chicago; Ralph's in Paris; The Bar at Ralph Lauren located in Milan; Ralph's Bar located in Chengdu, China; and Ralph's Coffee concept. The company sells its products to department stores, specialty stores, and golf and pro shops, as well as directly to consumers through its retail stores, concession-based shop-within-shops, and its digital commerce sites. It directly operates retail stores and concession-based shop-within-shops; and operates Ralph Lauren stores and shops through licensing partners. Ralph Lauren Corporation was founded in 1967 and is based in New York, New York.