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Stitch Fix(SFIX)

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1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$2.47
09/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SFIX

09/28/2026: SFIX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Stitch Fix is an online apparel retail company known for its unique hybrid model of data-driven algorithmic recommendations and human stylist input. While it has established a recognizable brand, the company is currently navigating significant challenges, including a declining client base and intense competition from larger e-commerce platforms. Its primary growth story revolves around the Freestyle direct-buy platform and efforts to improve operational efficiency. Key risks include intense market competition, high customer acquisition costs, and sensitivity to discretionary spending. The stock may suit investors interested in speculative retail turnarounds, provided they carefully monitor client retention and margin stabilization progress.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe company is currently facing growth deceleration rather than rapid expansion.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock has lacked sustained positive price momentum in recent periods.
Value investorMixed fitWhile the market cap has decreased, valuation is difficult to assess without consistent profitability.
Dividend investorWeak fitStitch Fix does not pay a dividend.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh price volatility and business model uncertainty make it unsuitable for conservative portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock has exhibited significant price swings typical of small-cap, growth-oriented retail stocks.
Valuation riskHighCurrent valuations are highly sensitive to management's ability to return to consistent profitability.
Competition risk (AI/E-commerce)HighIntense competition from well-capitalized e-commerce giants threatens market share.
Business qualityMediumThe business model relies on a unique proprietary algorithm, but operational execution has been inconsistent.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe company does not provide income through dividends.
Execution riskHighManagement must successfully navigate a transition in business focus while managing a declining user base.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -57.69%
Avg. Invested days 24
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
SFIX receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft quantitative characteristics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
SFIX has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, strong earnings growth (+56.1%) is partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin 1.5%), moderate revenue growth (+6.4%), weak profitability (net margin -0.9%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
SFIX's financial health is supported by moderate cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (1.5% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is SFIX's strongest growth driver at +123.4% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+56.1%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (+6.4%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 91.3% and approximately 87.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 4.80% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Disciplined Growth Investors Inc 14.17%
BlackRock Inc 8.33%
Working Capital Advisors (UK) Ltd. 6.11%
Renaissance Technologies Corp 4.23%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.59%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
SFIX generates approximately $437 of gross profit, $-16 of operating income, and $15 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Operating losses explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -2.76% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
SFIX has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 287.92M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 3.5
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 3.5
Volume (30-day avg) 2.6M shares
Beta 2.28
52 Weeks Range 2.10 - 5.75
Updated Date 09/27/2026
52 Weeks Range 2.10 - 5.75
Updated Date 09/27/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.14

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Personal Styling (The Fix)Revenue from curated clothing shipments and styling fees.This is the core business; its success depends on retaining active users.
Direct-Buy (Freestyle)Individual apparel sales via the online platform.This segment is intended to broaden revenue beyond the subscription base.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 1111.11
Enterprise Value 263.98M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.21
Enterprise Value 263.98M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.21
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.2
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -1.95
Shares Outstanding 118.46M
Shares Floating 103.45M
Shares Outstanding 118.46M
Shares Floating 103.45M
Percent Insiders 4.8
Percent Institutions 91.35

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Stitch Fix

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters San Francisco, CA, United States
IPO Launch date 2017-11-17
CEO & Director Mr. Matthew H. Baer
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Apparel Retail
Full time employees 4240
Full time employees 4240

Stitch Fix, Inc. engages in the provision of clothing and accessories in the United States. The company offers women's, men's, kids, petite, maternity, and plus apparel, as well as shoes and accessories. It also provides personal styling services through its website and mobile application. The company was formerly known as rack habit inc. and changed its name to Stitch Fix, Inc. in October 2011. Stitch Fix, Inc. was incorporated in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.