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Steven Madden Ltd (SHOO)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: SHOO (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
10 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $28.12
1 Year Target Price $28.12
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 8 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 8.91% | Avg. Invested days 40 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.12B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 22.87 | 1Y Target Price 28.12 |
Price to earnings Ratio 22.87 | 1Y Target Price 28.12 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 10 | Beta 1.17 | 52 Weeks Range 18.89 - 48.99 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 18.89 - 48.99 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.88% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.27 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.92% | Operating Margin (TTM) 2.57% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 7.97% | Return on Equity (TTM) 11.43% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 22.87 | Forward PE 29.15 | Enterprise Value 2547215798 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.91 |
Enterprise Value 2547215798 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.91 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.1 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.92 | Shares Outstanding 72652400 | Shares Floating 70950873 |
Shares Outstanding 72652400 | Shares Floating 70950873 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.27 | Percent Institutions 110.31 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Steven Madden Ltd
Company Overview
History and Background
Steven Madden Ltd. was founded in 1990 by Steve Madden. Starting with limited capital, the company initially sold shoes from the trunk of a car. It grew rapidly in the 1990s, becoming a prominent player in the fashion footwear industry. Despite facing legal challenges in the early 2000s, the company continued to expand its product lines and retail presence, evolving into a global fashion brand.
Core Business Areas
- Wholesale: Designs, sources, and sells footwear, handbags, and accessories to department stores, mass merchants, specialty retailers, and online retailers.
- Retail: Operates its own retail stores and e-commerce websites, selling footwear, handbags, accessories, and apparel under various brand names.
- First Cost: Sourcing agent which earns commissions based on facilitating the production and sale of footwear.
- Licensing: Licenses the Steve Madden brand for apparel and other products.
Leadership and Structure
Edward Rosenfeld is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. The company has a traditional corporate structure with departments covering design, sourcing, sales, marketing, finance, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Footwear (Steve Madden Brand): Fashion-forward footwear for women, men, and kids. While precise market share data for the Steve Madden brand footwear segment is unavailable, Steve Madden is a top 10 footwear brand in the US. Competitors include Nike, Adidas, Skechers, and brands sold at department stores like Macy's and Nordstrom.
- revenue: Footwear makes up the largest share of revenue
- Handbags and Accessories: A wide range of handbags, wallets, belts, and other accessories, extending the Steve Madden brand's reach. Competitors include Coach (TPR), Kate Spade (TPR), and Michael Kors (CPRI).
- Private Label Footwear: Steve Madden Ltd designs and manufactures footwear for other retailers under their private labels.
- competitors: Several companies offer similar services, many of which are overseas.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The fashion footwear and accessories industry is highly competitive and influenced by trends, consumer preferences, and economic conditions. It is a fragmented market with many large and small players.
Positioning
Steven Madden Ltd. is positioned as a fashion-forward brand at an accessible price point. It caters to a broad demographic of fashion-conscious consumers, leveraging strong brand recognition and a diverse product portfolio.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global footwear market is estimated at hundreds of billions of dollars. Steve Madden is positioned to capture a significant portion of the accessible fashion footwear segment, focusing on brand recognition and trend leadership.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong Brand Recognition
- Diverse Product Portfolio
- Established Retail Network
- Effective Sourcing Capabilities
- Strong celebrity endorsements
Weaknesses
- Dependence on Fashion Trends
- Potential for Inventory Risks
- Sensitivity to Economic Downturns
- Some products are only avaliable for a limited amount of time
Opportunities
- Expansion into New International Markets
- Growth in E-commerce
- Product Line Extensions (e.g., Apparel)
- Strategic Partnerships and Acquisitions
- New social media channels
Threats
- Increased Competition
- Changing Consumer Preferences
- Economic Fluctuations
- Supply Chain Disruptions
- Counterfeit products
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SKX
- DECK
- CROX
Competitive Landscape
Steven Madden Ltd. competes on brand recognition, fashion trends, and accessible price points. It aims to stay ahead of trends while keeping prices competitive.
Major Acquisitions
BB Dakota
- Year: 2011
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 58
- Strategic Rationale: Diversified Steven Madden Ltd's product portfolio into apparel.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Steven Madden Ltd. has demonstrated steady growth over the past decades, driven by brand expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth, driven by e-commerce and international expansion. Review analyst reports for precise projections.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in e-commerce platforms, expansion into new international markets, and strategic acquisitions of other footwear and accessory brands.
Summary
Steven Madden Ltd. is a fairly strong company with a well-established brand and diverse product portfolio. The company benefits from its sourcing capabilities and retail network. However, it must be vigilant about staying ahead of fashion trends and managing inventory risks, and the company needs to better compete with other companies to increase its market share.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Company Website
- Analyst Reports (e.g., from major investment banks)
- Industry Reports (e.g., from research firms)
- Press Releases
- Other publicly available sources.
Disclaimers:
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About Steven Madden Ltd
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Long Island City, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1993-12-10 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Edward R. Rosenfeld | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Footwear & Accessories | Full time employees 3500 | Website https://www.stevemadden.com |
Full time employees 3500 | Website https://www.stevemadden.com | ||
Steven Madden, Ltd. designs, sources, and markets fashion-forward branded and private label footwear, accessories, and apparel in the United States and internationally. It operates through Wholesale Footwear, Wholesale Accessories/Apparel, Direct-to- Consumer, and Licensing segments. The Wholesale Footwear segment designs, sources, and markets various products, including dress shoes, boots, booties, fashion sneakers, sandals, and casual shoes under the Steve Madden, Dolce Vita, Betsey Johnson, Blondo, and Anne Klein brands. The Wholesale Accessories/Apparel segment offers handbags, apparel, small leather goods, belts, soft accessories, fashion scarves, wraps, gifting, and other accessories under the Steve Madden, Dolce Vita, Betsey Johnson, Anne Klein, and ATM brand names. The Direct-to-Consumer segment footwear, handbags, apparel, and other accessories through Steve Madden and Dolce Vita full-price retail stores, Steve Madden outlet stores and concessions, and digital e-commerce websites. This segment also operates branded e-commerce websites. The Licensing segment engages in the licensing of the Steve Madden and Betsey Johnson trademarks for the sale of select apparel, accessory, home categories, and other non-core products. In addition, the company distributes its products in the wholesale channel through department stores, mass merchants, off-price retailers, shoe chains, online retailers, national chains, specialty retailers, independent stores, and clubs, as well as through direct-to-consumer channel, which includes company-operated retail stores and e-commerce websites. Further, it markets its products and services through brand and performance marketing, social media and influencer marketing, experiential events, in-store and online promotions, and public relations. The company was incorporated in 1990 and is headquartered in Long Island City, New York.
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